Motivation theories and the psychology of reward
3CO04 – Essentials of people practice
This CIPD Level 3 learning video for unit 3CO04 – Essentials of People Practice explores motivation theories and the psychology of reward, directly addressing assessment criteria AC 5.2 on explaining the relationship between reward and performance. The video examines key content theories such as Maslow, Alderfer and Herzberg, alongside process theories including Adams, Vroom, and Latham and Locke, whilst considering how intrinsic and extrinsic motivation influence workplace behaviour. You'll discover how organisations leverage reward systems to enhance recruitment, retention and productivity, ultimately establishing themselves as employers of choice. By completing this video, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of motivation theory and its practical application to reward strategy within people practice.
Assessment Criteria 5.2
Explain the relationship between reward and performance.
Indicative Content
Awareness of the rationale behind different reward systems. Their role in recruitment and retention. Their role in motivation, including intrinsic and extrinsic motivation; motivation theory, including content theories (for example, Maslow, Alderfer and Herzberg) and process theories (for example, Adams, Vroom and Latham and Locke). Satisfaction; links between theories and workplace productivity; how the role of reward promotes being an employer of choice.
What You'll Learn
Video covering: Motivation theories and the psychology of reward
About 3CO04 – Essentials of people practice
This unit introduces the fundamentals of people practice, ranging from the employee lifecycle to policies, regulation and law. It further explores a diverse array of specialist subjects such as recruitment, talent management, reward and learning and development, essential to a career in people practice. Importantly, this unit enables practitioners to apply their knowledge and skills, building their confidence and ability to practise progressively.
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