Motivation as a tool of performance management

The aim of the diploma thesis is to investigate and provide a solution to the motivation of employees at a branch bank. A well-motivated employee is a key component towards the whole company success as well as a significant competitive advantage. The theoretical part, which derives findings from literary sources, summarizes the features and theories of management. Further, it deals with motivation including various theories and views on a methodology of work motivation, a motivational program of a company and a job performance. The practical part focuses on the chosen company, a Moravian medium-sized branch, and its aims. It analyses the current characteristics of a motivational system in the given company and future prospects of its employees. Based on the findings and results, I present recommendations to the organization management, which would serve to modify the existing motivational system and, consequently, the motivation of employees