ALIGNING REWARDS STRATEGY WITH ORGANIZATIONAL STRATEGY
Creating a Reward System that Supports Organizational Goals and Enhances Employee Performance
Course Schedule
| Date | Venue | Fees (Face-to-Face) |
|---|---|---|
| 08 – 10 Sep 2025 | Manama – Bahrain | USD 2495 per delegate |
Course Introduction
In today’s highly competitive business environment, aligning your rewards strategy with organizational goals is essential for motivating employees, enhancing performance, and achieving long-term business success. A well-structured reward system ensures that employees’ efforts are recognized and compensated in a way that drives both individual and organizational growth.
This 3-day intensive course will provide participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to design and implement a rewards strategy that supports the broader business objectives. By focusing on strategic alignment, employee motivation, and performance management, this course will enable HR professionals and managers to foster a high-performance culture through effective reward systems.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Understand the role of rewards in aligning employee behavior with organizational goals
• Develop and implement a rewards strategy that supports business objectives
• Design compensation and benefit packages that attract and retain top talent
• Use performance metrics to measure the effectiveness of rewards systems
• Integrate recognition, non-financial rewards, and career development into the overall strategy
Key Benefits of Attending
• Learn how to design a rewards system that boosts employee motivation and organizational performance
• Understand the impact of reward strategies on employee engagement and retention
• Gain practical insights on aligning rewards with organizational values and culture
• Develop a framework for measuring the success of your reward system
• Discover ways to integrate both financial and non-financial rewards into your strategy
Intended Audience
This program is designed for:
• HR managers and professionals
• Compensation and benefits specialists
• Line managers and team leaders
• Organizational development professionals
• Anyone responsible for designing, implementing, or managing reward strategies
Individual Benefits
Key competencies that will be developed include:
• Designing and aligning reward systems with organizational strategy
• Creating compensation packages that drive employee motivation and performance
• Understanding the different types of rewards and their impact on employee behavior
• Measuring the success of reward programs through data and feedback
• Integrating career development opportunities into reward strategies
Organization Benefits
Upon completing the training course, participants will demonstrate:
• A rewards strategy that aligns with organizational goals and values
• Improved employee performance, engagement, and retention
• A more competitive position in attracting and retaining top talent
• A systematic approach to evaluating and refining reward strategies over time
• A stronger alignment between individual performance and organizational success
Instructional Methdology
The course follows a blended learning approach combining theory with practical application:
• Strategy Briefings – Introduction to rewards strategy principles and frameworks
• Case Studies – Real-world examples of successful rewards alignment strategies
• Workshops – Hands-on exercises in designing and evaluating rewards systems
• Peer Exchange – Group discussions on challenges and solutions in aligning rewards with strategy
• Tools – Templates for compensation strategy design, performance metrics, and reward system evaluation
Course Outline
DETAILED 3-DAY COURSE OUTLINE
Training Hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Daily Format: 3 Learning Modules | Coffee Breaks: 09:30 & 11:15 | Lunch Buffet: 01:00 – 02:00
Day 1: Introduction to Aligning Rewards Strategy with Organizational Goals
Module 1: The Role of Rewards in Organizational Strategy (07:30 – 09:30)
• The link between rewards and business objectives
• Understanding intrinsic vs. extrinsic rewards
• How reward systems drive organizational success and employee behavior
Module 2: Building a Rewards Strategy (09:45 – 11:15)
• Aligning reward systems with organizational culture and values
• Developing a strategic approach to compensation and benefits
• Setting clear objectives for reward programs
Module 3: Types of Rewards and Their Impact (11:30 – 01:00)
• Financial rewards: salary, bonuses, and incentives
• Non-financial rewards: recognition, career development, and job enrichment
• Tailoring rewards to different employee segments and roles
Workshop – Reward Strategy Design (02:00 – 03:30)
• Develop a preliminary rewards strategy for your organization
• Group discussion and feedback
Day 2: Designing Effective Compensation and Benefits Packages
Module 1: Compensation Systems and Structures (07:30 – 09:30)
• Designing competitive salary structures and pay scales
• Performance-based compensation: linking pay to outcomes
• Market benchmarking and internal equity
Module 2: Benefits and Incentive Plans (09:45 – 11:15)
• Designing flexible benefits packages and employee perks
• Short-term vs. long-term incentive plans
• Legal considerations in compensation and benefits
Module 3: Communicating Rewards to Employees (11:30 – 01:00)
• Best practices for communicating the value of rewards packages
• How to tailor communication to different employee demographics
• Engaging employees in the rewards program
Workshop – Designing a Compensation and Benefits Plan (02:00 – 03:30)
• Create a compensation and benefits package aligned with business objectives
• Group presentation and feedback
Day 3: Measuring Success and Enhancing the Rewards System
Module 1: Measuring the Effectiveness of Rewards Systems (07:30 – 09:30)
• Key performance indicators (KPIs) for rewards programs
• Employee feedback and engagement surveys
• Analyzing the ROI of rewards strategies
Module 2: Continuous Improvement in Reward Strategies (09:45 – 11:15)
• Strategies for adjusting rewards systems based on organizational changes
• Refining rewards programs through data and performance metrics
• Keeping up with industry trends in compensation and rewards
Module 3: Integrating Recognition and Career Development (11:30 – 01:00)
• The role of recognition in reward strategies
• Career development opportunities as a form of reward
• Integrating learning and growth opportunities with rewards
Final Workshop – Reward Program Evaluation and Action Plan (02:00 – 03:30)
• Develop an evaluation plan for your organization’s rewards program
• Actionable steps for refining and improving the rewards strategy
Certification
Participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Aligning Rewards Strategy with Organizational Strategy, validating their ability to design and implement a rewards program that aligns with and supports the organization’s business objectives.