Question

Which performance management technique initially involves the identification of a large number of critical incidents, followed by the classification of these incidents into performance dimensions, and finally ranking these incidents into levels of performance?
A. Behaviorally anchored rating scale
B. Graphic rating scale
C. Comparative rating scale
D. Organizational behavior modification
E. A competency model

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Behaviorally Anchored Rating Scale

Explanation:

The behaviorally anchored rating scales, called BARS for short, indicates both qualitative and quantitative data to the employees appraisal process. BARS uses behavioural movements as reference rather than using the traditional generic descriptors. It identifies critical behaviours of a large group, classify these behaviors into performance dimensions and then rank these behaviors into levels of performance.