• Describe the strategic importance of Human Resource Management (HRM) to organizations and the role that managers/specialist perform in HRM activities.
• Describe how organizations enhance performance by effectively managing human resources.
• Describe the various training methods used in organizations.
• Explain the importance of training and development of employees.

Review the THREE performance review methods, (i.e., trait, behavioural, and results)

• Identify at least one method and specific tool (e.g., graphic rating scale method) that you have used as an employee undergoing a performance review. Was your experience positive? Negative? What would you change? Explain your answer.

OR

• Identify at least one method and specific tool (e.g., behavioural checklist method) that you have used as a manager leading a performance review on a member of your team. Was your experience positive? Negative? What would you change? Explain your answer.

OR

• If neither of the two scenarios above apply to you, identify at least one method and specific tool (e.g., behaviour observation scale) you would like to use as an employee undergoing a performance review, and identify at least one method and specific tool (e.g., forced-choice method) you would like to use as a manager leading a performance review on a member of your team. Explain why for both cases.