Course Code: HRM 184
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Managing Performance with OKR (Objectives and Key Results)
Course Sector:
HR Strategy and Training
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01
21 - 25 Jul 2025
5 Days
Abu Dhabi, UAE
$4,250
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13 - 17 Oct 2025
5 Days
Jakarta, Indonesia
$4,950
Introduction
Training course introducion / brief

Understanding and effectively using OKRs is crucial for aligning individual and team efforts with the strategic goals of the organization, ensuring everyone is working towards the same objectives. This knowledge enhances transparency, accountability, and motivation, leading to improved performance and the achievement of ambitious targets.

This training course is designed to equip managers, team leaders, and HR professionals with the essential knowledge and skills to leverage OKRs for enhancing performance management. Participants will delve into the core concepts and benefits of OKRs, focusing on how to set and align performance-driven objectives and key results with organizational goals. The course covers practical strategies for implementing OKRs, integrating them with existing performance management systems, and conducting regular performance reviews. Through interactive sessions, case studies, and hands-on exercises, attendees will learn how to monitor progress, provide feedback, and continuously improve performance outcomes. By the end of the course, participants will be prepared to foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement within their organizations using OKRs.

Course Objectives
At the end of the training course, participants will be able to

  • Understand the fundamental principles of using OKRs in performance management to align organizational and individual goals.
  • Learn to set clear, ambitious, and measurable OKRs that drive and enhance organizational performance.
  • Develop skills to implement OKRs effectively within teams and across the organization to improve performance outcomes.
  • Gain proficiency in monitoring and reviewing OKRs to provide actionable feedback and support continuous performance improvement.
  • Cultivate a culture of accountability and continuous improvement through the iterative refinement and scaling of OKRs for performance management.

Course Audience
Who is this course for, and can benefit the most

This course is designed for managers, team leaders, and organizational executives responsible for setting and achieving strategic goals, as well as HR professionals involved in performance management.

Course Outline
The course aims and learning outcomes

Introduction to OKRs in Performance Management

  • Definition and Purpose of OKRs in Performance Management
  • Historical Background and Evolution of OKRs
  • Benefits of Implementing OKRs for Performance Management
  • Key Differences Between OKRs and Traditional Performance Management Tools
  • Structure of OKRs: Objectives and Key Results
  • Characteristics of Effective Objectives (Qualitative, Inspirational, Time-bound)
  • Characteristics of Effective Key Results (Quantitative, Measurable, Achievable)

Setting Performance-Focused OKRs

  • Aligning OKRs with Organizational Performance Goals
  • Techniques for Crafting Clear and Ambitious Performance Objectives
  • Methods for Developing Measurable Performance Key Results
  • Common Pitfalls in Setting Performance-Focused OKRs and How to Avoid Them
  • Ensuring OKRs Reflect Company Vision and Drive Performance
  • Collaborative OKR Setting: Engaging Teams and Departments for Performance Alignment
  • Examples and Non-examples of Performance-Focused OKRs

Implementing OKRs for Performance Management

  • Creating an OKR Implementation Plan Focused on Performance Management
  • Role of Leadership in Driving Performance Through OKRs
  • Tools and Software for Managing Performance with OKRs
  • Training and Onboarding Employees on Performance-Focused OKRs
  • Integrating OKRs with Existing Performance Management Systems
  • Setting Quarterly Performance Review Cycles with OKRs
  • Communication Strategies for Organization-Wide OKR Adoption

Monitoring and Reviewing Performance with OKRs

  • Establishing Regular OKR Check-ins and Performance Reviews
  • Using Data and Analytics to Track OKR Progress and Performance Metrics
  • Providing Feedback and Support to Enhance Performance
  • Adjusting OKRs to Reflect Changing Performance Dynamics
  • Addressing Challenges and Roadblocks in Achieving Performance Targets
  • Celebrating Achievements and Recognizing High Performance
  • Case Studies on Effective Performance Monitoring with OKRs

Continuous Improvement and Scaling OKRs for Performance Management

  • Evaluating the Effectiveness of OKRs in Enhancing Performance
  • Gathering Feedback from Teams and Stakeholders on OKR Impact
  • Refining and Iterating the OKR Process for Better Performance Outcomes
  • Scaling OKRs Across Multiple Teams and Departments for Performance Consistency
  • Best Practices for Sustaining OKR Momentum in Performance Management
  • Advanced OKR Techniques: Stretch Goals and Aspirational Performance Targets
  • Building a Culture of Continuous Improvement and Accountability Through OKRs

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BOOST's Professional Attendance Certificate “BPAC” is always given to the delegates after completing the training course, and depends on their attendance of the program at a rate of no less than 80%, besides their active participation and engagement during the program sessions.
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Our Training programs are implemented by combining the participants' academic knowledge and practical practice (30% theoretical / 70% practical activities).

At The end of the training program, Participants are involved in practical workshop to show their skills in applying what they were trained for. A detailed report is submitted to each participant and the training department in the organization on the results of the participant's performance and the return on training. Our programs focus on exercises, case studies, and individual and group presentations.

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