Effects of performance appraisal on organizational performance: an empirical study of goal setting on organizational performance in Murang’a water and sanitation companies, Kenya
Keywords:
Goal setting, organizational performance, performance appraisalAbstract
The purpose of this study is to assess the impact of performance appraisal on organizational
performance in Murang‘a water and Sanitation Company. Specifically, the study sought to
establish the effect of goal setting in performance appraisal, on the Company‘s organizational
performance. The study employed descriptive research survey through which primary data
was collected from 94 employees working in Murang‘a water and Sanitation Company. Data
collected was analyzed using both descriptive statistical techniques and regression analysis.
The results demonstrate that employees‘ goal setting in performance appraisal significantly
influence organizational performance.
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