University of New South Wales - - Performance Development Scheme

Performance Development Training For Managers

This one day workshop has been designed to provide the necessary knowledge and skill enhancement to facilitate the successful implementation of the Performance Development Scheme at UNSW. For those staff who decide that they require further learning, a number of complementary workshops are available in the Management in Action Series-The Manager as Coach, Implementing Operational Plans and Planning for Staff Development.

Key Content

How to write a Key Performance Target using the SMART framework
Strategies to engage the team in the Performance Development Scheme
How to prepare for and structure a performance conversation
How to conduct a difficult conversation
How to design and develop a learning and development plan
How to apply motivational theories to develop appropriate incentives and rewards for staff.

Key Learning Outcomes

Analyse individual and team learning and development needs
Coach staff to develop Performance Development Targets and Measures
Conduct an effective Performance Development conversation which supports and encourages staff
Apply the principles of the UNSW Recognition and Incentive Options Toolkit

2009 Dates:

30 July

12 August

2 September

19 October

9 November

Duration: one day

Suitable For: All managers responsible for conducting a Performance Development Conversation

To Register, log onto MyUNSW and select the Training Registration option from 'My Staff Profile'

Performance Development Coaching for Managers

This is an individual or small group focused conversation(s) working with your learning & development needs so that you feel confident and competent to implement the Performance Development Scheme with your staff.

To discuss this option, contact Julie Tippett on extension 53536.

Performance Development Training for Staff

This one day workshop has been designed to explore the skills required to participate with confidence in a Performance Development conversation.

Key Content

How to write a Key Performance Target using the SMART framework
How to prepare for a performance conversation
How to get the best out of the conversation
Learning and development options available
How to participate in the design and development of a learning and development plan

Key Learning Outcomes

Participate confidently in a performance development conversation
Write a Key Performance Target/Goal using the SMART framework
Analyse personal learning and development needs
Access appropriate resources to assist you in your Performance and Career Development Targets

2009 Dates:

15 June

23 July

5 August

9 September

22 September

7 October

6 November

27 November

Suitable For: All professional & technical staff

Duration: One Day

To Register, log onto MyUNSW and select the Training Registration option from 'My Staff Profile'

Writing Key Performance Targets

Prerequisite Knowledge: UNSW Performance Development scheme procedures and processes

Suitable For: All Professional & Technical Managers and Staff, and Academic Managers of Professional & Technical Staff: We encourage you to come with other members of your team, or individually.

What is the Course About?
The conversation that managers and staff have about performance planning and delivery is crucial to the success of UNSW and must be based on quality Key Performance Targets (KPTs). This 3 hour skill based workshop has been designed to help staff translate the UNSW strategic and operational plans into SMART Key Performance Targets. This is a practical workshop which introduces you to the key principles of how to write a Key Performance Target and includes a practice session.

Key Content

How to identify the areas that matter most to your success and that of your work unit
How to create a KPT using strategic and operational plans
How to use a framework to help in developing KPTs
How to write a KPT using the SMART framework
Practice writing a performance target
How to confidently explain and discuss your KPTs

Key Learning Outcomes

Identify the key areas that have the most impact on your performance
Align your KPTs with organisational objectives
Develop KPTs using the SMART framework
Increase confidence in both writing and discussing KPTs

Dates

9 October (Session 1 - 9:00am - 12:00 noon, or Session 2 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm)
20 October (Session 1 - 9:00am - 12:00 noon, or Session 2 - 1:00pm - 4:00pm)

To Register, log onto MyUNSW and select the Training Registration option from 'My Staff Profile'