Critical Literature Review on Key Themes in Strategic Business and Management for Postgraduate Studi

The purpose of this assignment is to undertake a critical review of literature in relation to key themes in Strategic Business and Management. A literature review is a critical analysis of published sources on a particular topic. It is an assessment of the literature and provides a summary, classification, comparison and evaluation. Undertaking a critical review of literature is a key component for postgraduate study. It allows you to demonstrate the depth of your knowledge and understanding, highlight your ability to challenge, question, compare and contrast and analyse a range of theories and concepts in relation to your topic.

It is important that you demonstrate that you are able to evaluate and critically analyse what you are reading. As a post graduate business student, it is essential that you demonstrate up-to-date knowledge regarding critical business issues and that you can reach evidence-based conclusions in your writing.

The task is to undertake a Critical Literature Review in relation to key themes in Strategic Business and Management that being introduced in this module within the context of International Business. Choose one of the following topics below for your essay:

Leadership in the 21st century and strategic development of organisations.

Leading innovation and strategic development of organisations in the 21st century.

Leading organisations in complex business environment in the 21st century.

Leadership for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and sustainability issues in Strategic Management in the 21st century.

Once you choose a topic, you must write a 2,000-word research essay (+/-10%). Remember your final reference list, cover page, list of tables, list of figures and list of appendices and appendices are not included. Using headings, you should introduce your topic, then critically evaluate your research sources, comparing and contrasting ideas to summarise key themes and identify new theories based on your research. Finally, you should synthesise and add a conclusion to summarise what you have found. (The assignment template will be provided).

A Critical Literature Review is a research-based essay requires you to identify, select and analyse the research on the key themes and to critically discuss the implications of the research in relation to real world situations.

Critically explain the value and importance of an integrated perspective to organisational leadership. Apply a range of analytical models and conceptual tools and techniques in the analysis of organisations. Demonstrate knowledge applied to practical situations of business management.