Assess students' ability to apply common performance appraisal methods (rating scales, BARS, 360-degree feedback, KPI analysis) to identify development needs, prioritize competencies, write SMART employee development objectives, select appropriate interventions (coaching, training, job rotation, mentoring), create timelines and evaluation metrics, and justify choices while addressing bias mitigation and alignment with organizational goals; include analysis of provided appraisal data and production of individualized development plans.