An individual or team of students from the University of California Riverside, University Extension can provide a fresh perspective, analysis, and recommendations for consideration, to support your organization with a specific problem or process. Using a consultant-friendly, project-driven approach, they will work together to research a Risk Management topic ( i.e. risk management culture, data assembly, risk analysis, strategic decisions, continuous improvement, legal issues, insurance, risk management process, etc. ). Students will conduct a comprehensive literature review (research) and investigate a specific risk management topic on behalf of a Client (business organization). Any potential gaps between the literature and the practical application of the Client’s proposed topic will be identified and recommendations made for improvement. Note :  The class size will be updated, to represent the total # of students who actually select and complete a project with a Riipen partnering organization.

Would you like gain a better understanding of the levers to push the performance of your employees and your organization. Student-consultants will conduct an in-depth investigation of your employee appraisal and evaluation program as a tool of development and motivation. Topics include traditional methods of employee evaluation, their values and limitations, considerations and difficulties in measuring performance and productivity, management by objectives as a technique for evaluating and measuring results of individual as well as group performance. Upon completion of the project, you will receive a detailed report and presentation.

Students at the University of California, Riverside Extension program will work on Effective Performance Management issues for your organization. They will apply Effective Performance Management to your corporate goals, mission, and vision. Effective performance management is result driven providing satisfaction and a win -win situation to employer and employees of the firm. The project will focus on creating and managing a high performance workforce, which is the critical component of organizational success. They will also examine alignment of business strategy, pursuing smart goals, evaluating performance, as well as implementing a performance system, and the impact it has on human performance. Measurement tools and techniques will be explored, as well as how to design and deliver performance recognition and rewards. The implementation of the training programs will include job skills, team building skills, using career and leadership development.

Looking to elevate your organization, and bring it to the next level? Bring on learners from University of California, Riverside to be your learner-consultants, in a project-based experience. Learners will work on one main project over the experience of the semester, connecting with you as needed with virtual communication tools. Learners in this program/experience are willing to put in their best talent and potential in being prepared to deal with unexpected behavior in Labor and Employee Relations and work an action plan