Learning Outcomes:As part of the formal assessment for the programme you are required to submit a Developing Personal and Management Skills assignment. Please refer to your Student Handbook for full details of the programme assessment scheme and general information on preparing and submitting assignments. After completing the module, you should be able to: 1. Identify the key transferable skills required within the workplace. 2. Illustrat...
Task: The assessment task is aligned with the Learning outcomes which are specified in the Module description: 1. Examine and appraise change management theories, concepts and frameworks both within different international contexts and from various cultural perspectives 2. Evaluate how individuals and organisations exploit and manage risk and uncertainty 3. Recognise the critical role played by managers in creativity and change 4. Explain ho...
Body ParagraphsInnovation is a crucial element for economic and organizational success. If a company wants to compete it must be both adaptive and creative. The focus of this TMA is to select an example (preferably a local example) of organizational innovation associated with its business functions- marketing and/or operations management- and analyze the importance of this innovation. This TMA is not about innovative products, but rather ...
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...
Your work must indicate the number of words you have used. Written assignments must not exceed the specified maximum number of words. When a written assignment is marked, the excessive use of words beyond the word limit is reflected in the academic judgement of the piece of work which results in a lower mark being awarded for the piece of work.Assignment submissions are to be made anonymously. Do not write your name anywhere on your work. Write...
1. Is Akamai a global company?2. What should Akamai localize (in response to what)? 3. How should Akamai balance localization and global integration?
Question and answer Q1: List three behaviours that you display as manager of Warblers Café and Convention Centre, to be a role model for your team. Q2: As manager, how can you show your support for the goals of Warblers Café and Convention Centre? Q3: List three ways you can show your professionalism in your interactions with team members.
Read the mini-case study in section 2.1. “Case in Point: SAS Institute Invests in Employees.” The study generally discusses the approach of a major software company to its employees. Then, consider the “Factors That Have the Strongest Influence over Work Behaviors” from figure 2.15. Describe how each of the four factors is managed by SAS. Do you agree with the firm’s policies? Note: Additional reading can be found at...
The movie "Manufactured Landscapes" suggests that in today's global business world values and attitudes vary significantly between cultures and developed verses under-developed countries. Your personal values tend to influence your "attitude" to the business practises depicted in the movie. After researching "Geert Hostede's five value dimensions of national culture" explain why there is such a vast diversity in employee attitudes in areas of job...
Goal Congruence and Responsibility Accounting1. When managers within the various units of an organisation are committed to aligning their goals with the goals set by top management, the result is: A. goal congruence.B. planning and control.C. responsibility accounting.D. delegation of decision making.2. Delegating decision making to lower-level managers, thereby enabling an organisation to react quickly to opportunities and problems as they aris...
Benchmarking Successful Communication Strategies in Multinational OrganizationsCase study: A multi-national organisation operates in various countries including Australia, Vietnam, India, Oman, and Nigeria. The organisation manufactures and distributes agricultural equipment’s to local and international clients. In total the organisation has 8,000 employees in five countries and more than 1 million customers worldwide. The head office is b...
Introduction (10%) To what extent are the purpose and outline of the paper clearly stated? Are the ethical concepts and theories that will be considered, and their relationship to the topic (issue) to be addressed, clearly identified?Background (20%) To what extent has relevant literature been selected for review? Does the review clearly show how the evidence is related to the issue discussed? Explanation (10%) To what extent have the relevant te...
Company HistoryCase Analysis: In the spring of 2008, Ian MacDonald was concerned about the financial condition of the AlberCan Drilling Supply Company. In spite of steadily increasing sales and earnings during the past few years, the firm was experiencing a shortage of cash. As the firm's president, Mr. MacDonald decided to ask the First Mountain Bank to increase the amount of his loan with them. Prior to acting on Mr. MacDona...
1. Identify and discuss the reasons for Asda to conduct workforce planning. (20 marks) 2. In a competitive market, critically evaluate the effectiveness and discuss the benefits of Asda of using online technology when recruiting new employees. (20 marks) 3. Analyse the pros and cons to Asda of aiming to recruit 70% of its leaders internally. What competencies does Asda look for when recruiting in order to maintain its high level of customer...
Scenario 1: Sexism in the Workplace Case studyPlease read through the following case studies. Reflect on your learning and your own research within this unit. Prepare a response that responds to each of the issues presented below. Your responses must reflect your knowledge, skills, and application for this unit. Scenario 1 Danielle is the practice manager of a large dental practice in the city. She is the only femal...