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MGMT3015 – Managing Performance and Rewards
2020 – Session 2, Special circumstance
Notice
As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group learning activities on campus for the second half-year, while keeping an online version available for those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
To check the availability of face to face activities for your unit, please go to timetable viewer. To check detailed information on unit assessments visit your unit's iLearn space or consult your unit convenor.
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Suzanne Fawcus
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
(HRM201 or MGMT2040) and (HRM250 or MGMT2050)
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit examines the role of remuneration and performance management systems in contemporary organisations. Utilising theory and practical examples, the unit will enable students to identify the essential elements required to design a comprehensive remuneration and performance management system that delivers strategic value to a range of stakeholders, including the organisation and workers. Problem solving skills will be emphasised. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Identify and apply the different approaches to managing performance and reward systems in contemporary organisations.
- ULO2: Explore and critically evaluate the theoretical underpinnings of performance and reward strategies, applying this theoretical knowledge to solve problems and develop outcomes relating to performance and reward systems within a number of organisational contexts.
- ULO3: Critically analyse and compare contemporary performance and rewards strategies to identify their strengths, weaknesses and impact on stakeholders and organisational performance.
- ULO4: Evaluate and communicate the strategic value that performance and reward strategy contribute to the holistic development of contemporary Human Resource Management (HRM) systems in support of delivering organisational goals.
General Assessment Information
Late Assessments must also be submitted through Turnitin. No extensions will be granted. There will be a deduction of 10% of the total available marks made from the total awarded mark for each 24 hour period or part thereof that the submission is late (for example, 25 hours late in submission incurs a 20% penalty). Late submissions will be accepted up to 96 hours after the due date and time.
This penalty does not apply for cases in which an application for Special Consideration is made and approved. Note: applications for Special Consideration Policy must be made within 5 (five) business days of the due date and time.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Reward & recognition assessment | 40% | No | a) Presentation - Week 4; b) Feedback Assessment - Week 7 |
| Report | 30% | No | Week 10 |
| Examination | 30% | No | University Examination Period |
Reward & recognition assessment
Assessment Type 1: Practice-based task
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: a) Presentation - Week 4; b) Feedback Assessment - Week 7
Weighting: 40%
Application of reward and performance concepts and theory to demonstrate knowledge of how a reward & recognition platform can facilitate the achievement of organisational goals. This assessment has two parts. In the first part, students will work in small groups (of 3 – 4 participants) to research various contemporary reward & recognition platforms, select a platform that identifies and aligns outcomes to the context of the organisation they have been assigned, and create a video presentation. The length of the presentation is determined by the number if your group (with 3 minutes per person being your guide).
In the second part, students will individually apply their knowledge and theory to review a group video and prepare an individual ‘practice based’ written assessment critiquing the video and providing quality peer feedback. This is an individual submission of 1,200 words. Each part of this task is worth 20%.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Explore and critically evaluate the theoretical underpinnings of performance and reward strategies, applying this theoretical knowledge to solve problems and develop outcomes relating to performance and reward systems within a number of organisational contexts.
- Critically analyse and compare contemporary performance and rewards strategies to identify their strengths, weaknesses and impact on stakeholders and organisational performance.
- Evaluate and communicate the strategic value that performance and reward strategy contribute to the holistic development of contemporary Human Resource Management (HRM) systems in support of delivering organisational goals.
Report
Assessment Type 1: Report
Indicative Time on Task 2: 20 hours
Due: Week 10
Weighting: 30%
This 2,000 word written submission requires students to identify reward and performance management practices that support sustainable achievement of organisational goals. This task emphasises skills in problem solving, research capability and report writing skills.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify and apply the different approaches to managing performance and reward systems in contemporary organisations.
- Critically analyse and compare contemporary performance and rewards strategies to identify their strengths, weaknesses and impact on stakeholders and organisational performance.
- Evaluate and communicate the strategic value that performance and reward strategy contribute to the holistic development of contemporary Human Resource Management (HRM) systems in support of delivering organisational goals.
Examination
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: University Examination Period
Weighting: 30%
A two-hour online final examination, administered via iLearn, will be held during the University Examination Period.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Identify and apply the different approaches to managing performance and reward systems in contemporary organisations.
- Critically analyse and compare contemporary performance and rewards strategies to identify their strengths, weaknesses and impact on stakeholders and organisational performance.
- Evaluate and communicate the strategic value that performance and reward strategy contribute to the holistic development of contemporary Human Resource Management (HRM) systems in support of delivering organisational goals.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
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Required Text |
Shields, J., Rooney, J., Brown, M., & Kaine, S. (2020). Managing Employee Performance and Reward: Systems, Practices and Prospects. In Managing Employee Performance and Reward: Systems, Practices and Prospects (pp. I-Ii). Cambridge: Cambridge University Press |
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Unit Web Page |
The web page for this unit can be found at: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/ |
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Technology Used and Required |
Students are required to have access to a personal computer and familiarise themselves with iLearn (https://ile arn.mq.edu.au/login/). iLearn will be used to post lecture slides, assessment details, student grades and as a means of communication between staff members and students. |
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Delivery Format and Other Details |
Recorded lecture stream will be available via ECHO recordings on your learn site Weekly online tutorials will commence in Week 2, via zoom The timetable for classes can be found on the University web site at: http://www.timetables.mq.edu.au/ |
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Recommended readings |
Recommended readings are provided via the links on the iLearn Unit page |
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Inherent Requirements |
None |
Unit Schedule
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Week |
Lecture Topic |
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Performance and Reward fundamental concepts |
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Recognise and Reward peformance |
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Managing a workforce for results and outcomes |
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Maximising organizational capability |
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Rewarding the workforce |
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Customising reward to organizational context |
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7 |
Insights into people analytics |
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Mid-semester Break |
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8 |
Ethical and Inclusive Performance and Reward practice |
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9 |
READING WEEK |
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10 |
Global Pay and Reward |
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11 |
Performance and Reward: Case Studies |
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12 |
The future for performance and reward |
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13 |
Unit Review & exam preparation |
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
Students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
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