The People Manager Plans & Appraises Performance
Run performance appraisals that improve performance. Managers learn to set SMART objectives, structure appraisal meetings, gather evidence, question, listen and give constructive feedback, and practise full appraisals in trios.

At a glance
- 2 days
Who it's for
- Line managers and supervisors who conduct appraisals
Learning objectives
- Set SMART objectives
- Conduct structured, motivating appraisal meetings
- Give constructive feedback and follow up
Detailed content
- Principles and benefits
- The performance cycle
- Setting and communicating SMART objectives
- Objective-setting exercise
- Structuring the meeting
- Evidencing performance
- Questioning, listening and feedback
- Practice in trios
- Documentation and development plans
- Preparation checklist
Day-by-day agenda
A typical schedule. In-company versions are tailored to your processes, data and timing.
- Effective appraisals
- Objectives
- The appraisal meeting
- Skills
- Follow-up
- Case study, action plans and course assessment
Practice, tools and assessment
Hands-on practice
- Practice sessions with peer and trainer feedback
- Recorded presentation or role play with improvement plan
- Personal assessment (e.g. style, EQ or time log) and action plan
- Facilitate a real meeting or workshop segment with feedback
Tools and templates you keep
- Self-assessment questionnaires
- Personal action-plan template
- Checklists and job aids for daily use
- Agenda, minutes and action-log templates
How learning is assessed
- Pre- and post-course knowledge check
- Assessment of practical exercises by the trainer
- Action plan reviewed at the end of the course
Built on these standards and bodies of knowledge
- Kirkpatrick evaluation model (train-the-trainer)
- Goleman emotional-intelligence model
- IAF Core Facilitator Competencies
How it is delivered
- Public courses in Cairo, in-company programs and live online training
- Practical exercises, case studies and examples from your sector
- Can also run as Train & Stay in Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada or Cairo
Part of these career paths
- Human Resources · Practitioner
Frequently asked questions
How long is The People Manager Plans & Appraises Performance?
The program runs 2 days. In-company versions can be adapted to your needs.
Is the course taught in Arabic or English?
Sessions are usually delivered in Arabic with English technical terms and materials. Full English delivery is available for in-company groups.
Can you run it inside our company?
Yes. In-company programs use exercises built on your own processes. Tell us the group size and preferred timing and we will send a proposal.
Will I receive a certificate?
Participants who complete the program and its assessment receive a certificate from The Excellence Center, which can be verified online.
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