Singapore University of Social Sciences

The first half of HCM553 Performance Management and Total Rewards Strategy focuses on performance management, beginning with traditional conceptualisations such as annual performance appraisals before moving on to consider contemporary alternatives such as frequent informal conversations and “check-ins”. Components of performance management systems will be identified and discussed. Students will learn about the latest developments and future trends in performance management. The second half of the course focuses on total rewards: the universe of incentives that motivate performance in organisations, from tangible rewards such as pay and benefits to more intangible ones such as skills development and finding personal meaning in work. It will offer a strategic perspective, teaching students to design and implement reward systems that are aligned with both human capital and overall business strategy.