Conducting Performance Appraisals enables learners to
- Understand what an appraisal is for and why it is important
- Prepare effectively for an appraisal
- Plan and conduct constructive preliminary meetings and appraisal meetings
- Recognise what should and shouldn't be covered in an appraisal
- Ensure that their spoken and written comments are fair and effective
- Correctly complete any forms related to the appraisal process
- Learn techniques for handling any difficult situations that arise during appraisal meetings
Target audience
This course is designed to appeal to people at all levels who have to conduct performance appraisals.
Those who are new to conducting appraisals will find that this course will help them understand the process and techniques required.
More experienced or senior managers will value the opportunity to spend time reviewing their attitude and approach to appraisal and learning new techniques.
Learning outcomes
Preparing for an appraisal
What is an appraisal and what is it for?
What principles should I follow?
What is the procedure?
What is the purpose of a preliminary meeting?
What preparation do I need to do for the meeting?
What preparation should I get the member of staff to do for the meeting?
How should I approach the meeting itself?
The appraisal meeting
How should I structure the meeting?
What do we need to cover at the meeting?
How do I ensure the meeting is constructive?
What else should I bear in mind?
Writing the appraisal document
What do I do after the meeting?
How do I fill in the form correctly?
How can I ensure that my written comments are fair and effective?
What should I do if a staff member disagrees with something I have written?
Handling difficult situations
How do I appraise someone I don't get on with
How should I handle conflict?
How should I go about giving very negative feedback?
What else might be difficult?
Flexible learning
Learners take their own route through the topics covered in the course. They will learn at their own pace through a variety of activities designed to accommodate a range of learning styles.
Duration
3 hours
Additional services
Tailoring: Ensure this course is relevant and engaging by tailoring it to meet the needs of your professional community or company.
