Question 1:
(a) What is merit pay and why do some people contend that pay is not a motivator?
(b) Explain what a Pay Structure is and list down the key issues that are required when introducing or replacing pay structures.
Question 2:
(a) List down the criteria that make performance appraisal legally defensible in a court.
(b) Briefly comment on the components that are included in an effective performance management system and describe what are the most common causes of poor employee performance.
Question 3:
(a) Define the term ‘broad-banding' and briefly explain what are the factors that are attracting organizations to broad-banding.
(b) Comment on the non-compensation implications and compensation issues of Broad-banding.