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Professional training course · HRT-052

Effective Performance Review

Performance reviews are essential for improving employee performance, aligning goals, increasing engagement, and supporting career development. When managed effectively…

  • 5 daysClassroom
  • 16Upcoming dates
  • 8Cities
  • £2,250Fees from

Course overview

Why Attend
Performance reviews are essential for improving employee performance, aligning goals, increasing engagement, and supporting career development. When managed effectively, appraisal systems create clarity, accountability, and stronger communication between managers and employees. This course provides participants with practical tools to design fair appraisal systems, conduct professional review meetings, use KPIs effectively, and deliver constructive feedback with confidence.

Course Methodology
This course uses an interactive and practical approach through presentations, case studies, group discussions, role plays, performance review simulations, practical exercises, and real workplace examples.

Course Objectives

  • Understand the purpose and value of performance reviews
  • Apply effective appraisal methods and frameworks
  • Design fair and practical appraisal systems
  • Use KPIs and objectives in performance evaluation
  • Handle difficult review conversations professionally
  • Improve feedback skills using emotional intelligence
  • Address common appraisal errors and bias
  • Build action plans for employee improvement and growth

Target Audience

  • HR Professionals
  • Managers and Supervisors
  • Team Leaders
  • Department Heads
  • Performance Management Staff
  • Business Owners
  • Anyone responsible for employee appraisals and reviews

Target Competencies

  • Performance Management
  • Appraisal Skills
  • Feedback Delivery
  • KPI Management
  • Communication Skills
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Coaching Skills
  • Decision-Making 

Course outline

  1. 1Day 1: Foundations of Performance Appraisal and Management
    • Introduction to performance appraisal systems
    • Importance of performance reviews in organizations
    • Common appraisal methods and assessment techniques
    • Ethics and fairness in performance evaluation
    • Performance management cycle and annual review purpose
    • Understanding organizational appraisal processes
  2. 2Day 2: Designing an Effective Appraisal System
    • Difference between formal and informal review systems
    • Who should conduct performance reviews and why
    • Building clear appraisal policies and guidelines
    • Steps for creating and implementing formal appraisal systems
    • Aligning appraisals with business objectives
    • Ensuring consistency across departments
  3. 3Day 3: Modern Appraisal Methods
    • Management by Objectives (MBO) principles
    • Behaviourally Anchored Rating Scale (BARS) overview
    • Behaviour Observation Scale (BOS) overview
    • Choosing the right appraisal approach
    • Reducing bias and rating errors
    • Solving common performance review challenges
  4. 4Day 4: KPIs and Performance Assessment
    • Identifying key indicators for performance measurement
    • Effective ways to assess performance challenges
    • Reviewing and improving appraisal systems
    • Performance reviews in multicultural environments
    • Linking KPIs to strategic goals
    • Developing personal action plans for improvement
  5. 5Day 5: Conducting the Performance Review Interview
    • Handling common mistakes and difficult situations
    • Preparing and planning for review meetings
    • Practical tips for successful appraisal interviews
    • Using emotional intelligence during feedback discussions
    • Role plays and live appraisal interview practice
    • Course review and question & answer session

Schedule

Dates and fees

16 upcoming dates in 8 cities. Fees are per delegate; bring colleagues and every seat is discounted.

All dates as PDF
November 2026
16NOV 16 - 20 Nov 2026Mon to Fri · 5 daysNext session
Spain flag BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
December 2026
7DEC 7 - 11 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 days
Turkey flag IstanbulTurkey · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
14DEC 14 - 18 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 days
Netherlands flag AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom
£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each
21DEC 21 - 25 Dec 2026Mon to Fri · 5 days
Turkey flag IstanbulTurkey · Classroom
£3,200per delegate2+ people: £2,560 each
January 2027
4JAN 4 - 8 Jan 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Germany flag MunichGermany · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
February 2027
1FEB 1 - 5 Feb 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Netherlands flag AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
March 2027
1MAR 1 - 5 Mar 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Switzerland flag GenevaSwitzerland · Classroom
£5,250per delegate2+ people: £4,200 each
April 2027
5APR 5 - 9 Apr 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Turkey flag IstanbulTurkey · Classroom
£2,850per delegate2+ people: £2,280 each
May 2027
3MAY 3 - 7 May 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Malaysia flag Kuala LumpurMalaysia · Classroom
£2,250per delegate2+ people: £1,800 each
June 2027
7JUN 7 - 11 Jun 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Spain flag MadridSpain · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
July 2027
5JUL 5 - 9 Jul 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each
August 2027
2AUG 2 - 6 Aug 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Malaysia flag Kuala LumpurMalaysia · Classroom
£2,250per delegate2+ people: £1,800 each
September 2027
6SEP 6 - 10 Sep 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Netherlands flag AmsterdamNetherlands · Classroom
£4,250per delegate2+ people: £3,400 each
October 2027
4OCT 4 - 8 Oct 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each
November 2027
1NOV 1 - 5 Nov 2027Mon to Fri · 5 days
Spain flag BarcelonaSpain · Classroom
£3,850per delegate2+ people: £3,080 each
December 2027
6DEC 6 - 10 Dec 2027Mon to Fri · 5 daysOur home city
United Kingdom flag LondonUnited Kingdom · Classroom
£4,200per delegate2+ people: £3,360 each

Questions

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Effective Performance Review course?

The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.

When is the next Effective Performance Review course?

The next public date is 16 - 20 Nov 2026 in Barcelona. There are 16 upcoming dates in total.

Where is this course held?

Upcoming sessions run in Barcelona, Istanbul, Amsterdam, Munich, Geneva, Kuala Lumpur, Madrid, London.

How much does the course cost?

Fees start from £2,250 per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.

Do participants receive a certificate?

Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.

Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?

Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.

Course information last updated 14 November 2026.

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