Develop an HR performance management policy
Performance management should clarify expectations and support progress. Structure objectives, criteria and monitoring arrangements to build a coherent HR policy. Give managers practical reference points for supporting teams and discussing results.
- Duration
- 2 days 14 hours
- Code
- RH036FR Code
Presentation
In a context of rapid transformation, performance management is an essential driver of competitiveness and team alignment. This course helps HR professionals design frameworks aligned with organisational strategy and values.
Across the modules, you will learn to build a clear HR policy, define meaningful indicators and establish constructive dialogue between managers and employees. Practical tools and case studies ground the learning in real-world situations.
By the end of the course, you will leave with an action plan and an operational method for deploying a sustainable performance policy that strengthens fairness, recognition and team engagement.
Objectives
By the end of this HR performance management course, you will be able to:
- explain the principles and challenges of a performance management policy;
- design assessment tools suited to your company’s objectives and key indicators;
- connect individual performance with team and organisational performance;
- manage and adjust the performance policy over time to sustain engagement;
- align the performance management policy with your company’s strategy and values;
- strengthen fairness, transparency and recognition in management practices;
- develop a culture of feedback and continuous improvement within your team;
- contribute to your company’s overall performance and results-oriented culture.
Program
Module 1: understand HR performance fundamentals
- The definition, objectives and challenges of a performance policy.
- The relationship between individual, team and organisational performance.
- Motivation drivers and assessment biases to avoid.
- Analysing common practices and errors to correct in performance systems.
Practical exercise
- Conduct a collective assessment of current performance management practices.
Module 2: design a relevant, fair appraisal system
- Defining SMART objectives and appropriate KPIs.
- Designing consistent appraisal frameworks and criteria.
- Involving managers and employees in the process.
- Implementing appraisal and development interviews.
Practical exercise
- Develop an appraisal framework and simulate an annual performance review.
Module 3: manage and deploy the performance management policy
- Formalising processes and associated roles.
- Supporting managers during implementation.
- Internal communication and change management.
- Monitoring results and making necessary adjustments.
Practical exercise
- Design a deployment and internal communication plan for the performance policy.
Module 4: connect performance, recognition and development
- The role of feedback in a continuous performance culture.
- The relationship between recognition, remuneration and professional development.
- Identifying training needs and career development pathways.
- Establishing a participatory, dynamic monitoring system.
Practical exercise
- Build a comprehensive HR performance management plan incorporating recognition and development.
Audience
This course is intended for the following HR professionals and managers:
- HR managers seeking to structure a fair performance policy that supports a results-oriented culture.
- Team managers seeking to develop employee autonomy and recognition to stimulate engagement.
- HR Business Partners supporting management in deploying a consistent, measurable framework.
- Executives and transformation leaders seeking to embed performance in overall organisational strategy.
- HR consultants designing and evaluating performance systems to strengthen consistency in management practices.
Prerequisites
This course has the following prerequisites:
- Professional experience: initial experience in HR, management or team leadership is recommended. This facilitates practical tool use and sharing real experiences.
- Basic knowledge: familiarity with management and HR strategy.
Teaching and assessment methods
- Initial skills assessment
- Training materials provided to participants
- Continuous assessment throughout the course
- End-of-course feedback questionnaire
- Combination of theory and practical application
- Attendance records
- Post-course follow-up evaluation
- Practical exercises
- Case study
Course highlights
- Grounded in HR realities: work with examples and case studies from local contexts that can be applied directly to your company.
- Practical methods and transferable tools: leave with templates, frameworks and tables ready to use the next day.
- Real cases and collaborative workshops: share experiences with peers and learn collectively in every session.
- Personalised support: receive individual feedback on your HR policy project and concrete suggestions for deployment.
Dates and sessions
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