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CIPD Level 55CO02AC 3.1

Financial Performance Measures

5CO02Evidence-based practice

This CIPD Level 5 learning video on Financial Performance Measures supports unit 5CO02 (Evidence-based practice) and addresses assessment criteria AC 3.1, which requires students to appraise how organisations measure financial and non-financial performance. The video explores key metrics including revenue, profit margins, cash flow, return on investment, and productivity, alongside performance management tools such as balanced scorecards and key performance indicators, whilst also examining non-financial measures like customer satisfaction, legal compliance, and environmental standards. By watching this video, you'll develop a comprehensive understanding of the diverse performance measurement frameworks used in contemporary organisations, enabling you to critically evaluate their effectiveness in supporting evidence-based HR decision-making.

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Assessment Criteria 3.1

Appraise different ways organisations measure financial and non-financial performance.

Indicative Content

Measurements of financial and non- financial performance: for example revenue, gross and net profit, cash flow, return on investment, productivity, key performance indicators, service level agreements, balanced scorecard or similar performance management tools; stakeholder benefits and feedback, customer satisfaction, legal compliance, compliance with environmental standards, sector ratings.

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About 5CO02Evidence-based practice

CIPD Level 5
5CO02
Learning Outcome 3

This unit addresses the significance of capturing robust quantitative and qualitative evidence to inform meaningful insight and influence critical thinking. It focuses on analysing evidence through an ethical lens to improve decision-making and how measuring the impact of people practice is essential in creating value.

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