ABSTRACT

This study examines the attitude of employees towards performance appraisal in relation lo Nigeria Breweries Pie Aba, Abia State. The general objective of this study is to evaluate the attitude of employees towards performance appraisal process and also to ascertain how individual efforts cannot be recognize. Two types of data collection method were used in carrying out this study: primary and secondary methods of data collection. The questionnaires were analyzed by percentage method and the sample size of the respondents was determined statistically. Two null hypothesis were formulated and tested using chi-square to determine the acceptability or otherwise of the hypothesis. The major findings of this work confirm the existence of contrast of performance evaluation and reward practices. Also not withstanding the contrast of performance appraisal practiced by the company, their workers generally accepted the fact that their evaluation has some usefulness in determining training needs as well as management tool for manpower development. Based on the research findings, appraisal has not been free from bias and favouritism. Still on the findings, the system of appraising employee's performance annually is not effective enough in measuring performance. To ensure good attitude of employees towards performance appraisal process, the following recommendations were made like appraisal should be honestly used for the purpose intended so as to reduce conflicts between employees and management. Sound job description should be introduced into the system to facilitate a clear perception by appraisals. Failure to properly perceive what is expected of one may result in doing what is not expected of him/her. Based on the findings, recommendations on how to improve performance appraisal of organizations were given so as to correct the negative attitude and feelings of employees towards performance appraisal.