Importance of Well-Defined Research ObjectivesYou are to choose a research topic for this unit based on the set theme: Equality and Diversity in the Workplace. Strong research projects are those with clear, well focused and defined objectives. A central skill in selecting a research objective is the ability to select a suitable and focused research objective. One of the best ways to do this is to put it in the form of a question. Students sho...
Learning Outcomes Assessed: 1. Assess the link between people handling and performance: the downside of not sorting out labour problems 2. Identify and plan for the human resource needs of a department, taking into account labour market analysis. and 6. Evaluate the role and use of specialist services, particularly in the human resource management area, where that is appropriate. 7. Manage their own care...
Reflection on leadership style and its strengthsUndertake a self-assessment using the Leadership self-assessment tool NHSLeadership-Framework SelfAssessmentTool.pdf . Apply the tool to obtain your results. (The tool is not automatic – you need to apply it honestly)Imagine yourself to be in the situation. Reflect on your leadership style, its strengths, and apply them to this scenario. How would you have responded to the situation based on ...
Assignment Context and Scenario: You are currently working for a consultancy firm that provides advice and market intelligence to small business and entrepreneurs. You have been approached by a client who wants to establish and run a small business enterprise in London. Your advice should help the client whether it it is feasible to establish the business or not. You are required to write a report on exploring the range of venture types which...
Logical/Systematic Approaches to Problem Solving and Decision Making1. Use, and critically evaluate, logical/systematic approaches to problem solving and decision making;2. Investigate, use and judge the appropriateness of other approaches aimed at overcoming identified weaknesses in the logical approach to decision making;3. Prepare, use and evaluate decision making models;4. Judge and manage the effects of risk and uncertainty when making de...
Foundational Skills for Academic Research Unit Learning Outcomes addressed: a)Analyse and reflect critically on a range of materials and sources presented in written, spoken, visual and numerical format.b)Describe and discuss the key features, constituent process and constraints of academic research.c)Communicate ideas and concepts in language and structure appropriate to an academic research context.d)Understand the personal, intellectual a...
Researching Current Trends in the Retail IndustryIn this assignment, you will undertake an inquiry-based project. You will need to research current trends in the retail industry, using valid research sources. Then you will choose one company and conduct an analysis of that company, using relevant business models. The name of this organisation will need to be confirmed with your tutor. You will then need to make recommenda...
Understanding Ethical Decision Making and BehaviorsTheresa and Mike want to create a merged company that is defined by a culture of integrity, thus aiding employees in making ethical decisions, such as in Joe’s ethical dilemma. They will begin by understanding the methods of embedding ethical decision making and behaviors into the culture, including their responsibilities as leaders.You, the consultant, are asked to provide recommendation...
Mission Statement and Customer ServiceThe CEOs need to create a new Mission, Vision, and Values statement for the merged company. They have asked you to work with them on this project. They will create a presentation that will be communicated to all employees. The presentation will help to support unity in the merged company. Review below details, Write a mission statement for the new company, and analyze how it helps to serve customers. Write ...
Module Learning Outcomes At the end of the module you will: 1.Have identified your strengths, weaknesses and subsequent areas of development in relation to what employers seek in postgraduate students (E&CI Strand- assessed in this assignment) 2.Critically review and develop their inter-personal and intra-personal skills (E&CI Strand- assessed in this assignment) 3.Critically analyse and communicate complex issues effectively (BI St...
PurposeThe purpose of this project is to introduce you to the planning process and to complete a SWOT analysis to determine a company’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. Using the information gathered to complete the SWOT, you will begin to build a Strategic Plan identifying and discussing the company’s goals and objectives. Outcome Met by Completing This Assignment Employ effective planning processes to dev...
Assessment StructureInstructions to Students: The aim of the assignment is to produce an individual written report with action plan. The assessment consists of two parts. There will be one formative assessment and one summative assessment. The formative assessment will consist of a proposal comprising a 1000 word report. This report will include a brief introduction to the issue or problem in corporate governance or strategy in a specific org...
Option 1: Choose a SettingThis assignment is on Needs Assessment in public health, and you have 2 options (choose one) for submission (it is an individual assignment in report structure). Option 1: Choose a setting such as a community, health service (e.g. hospital, primary health care service) or neighbourhood you know well in Australia ( Examples (not limited to) are: (1) a particular community (for ex...
TaskYou are required to perform a simulated stakeholder meeting to discuss the scenario below. Students will be assigned a role to play in the simulated stakeholder meeting. Roles will be assigned to ensure each group has one of each of the stakeholders. To do this assessment, it is necessary for you to know the responsibilities and interests of the stakeholder that you are assigned to be. To assist you with this knowledge, each stakeholder&rs...
Q1: The impact of online shopping on traditional retail storesFurthermore, much of the writing in academia has further fuelled the debate and created inconsistencies in our understanding of the real impact of the Internet. For example, there are many divergent opinions in this area as illustrated by the following questions: Q1.Does the growth in online shopping mean the extinction of the typical ‘high street’ store?A.What shifts hav...