1.

Motivation in theory
 Content theories of Taylor, Maslow, McGregor and Herzberg
 Apply the content theories to given situations.
 Analyse the intrinsic and extrinsic needs that have to be satisfied at work, and the rewards
(financial and non-financial) that motivate individuals.
 Content theories of Mayo and McClelland
 Apply the content theories of Mayo and McClella
Process theories
Expectancy theory
Equity theory
 Analyse the effect of thought processes and expectations on individual motivation.
 Apply the theories of writers such as Vroom and Adams.
2. Motivation in practice
Financial motivation
- Methods of payment
 - Wages (time and piece rates)  - Performance-related pay (PRP)
 - Salary  - Employee share-ownership
 - Commission schemes
 - Profit-related pay  - Fringe payments
 Evaluate alternate financial reward packages.
 Evaluate the impact of financial reward packages on job satisfaction, motivation and
productivity
Non-financial motivation
- Job enrichment - Job - Empowerment
enlargement - Teamwork
 Explain how non-financial rewards can affect job satisfaction, motivation and
productivity.
 Evaluate alternative methods of non-financial rewards in different circumstances in the
workplace.