Assignment 1A: Learning Set Discussion

Learning Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding tested in this assignment:

·identify a range of tools and techniques and apply them to aid strategic analysis, strategic choice and implementation of strategy

Learning Outcomes: Skills and Attributes tested in this assignment:

·apply tools and techniques which enable strategic analysis, choice and implementation

·analyse and evaluate different approaches to strategic management and change

·assess and synthesize a wide range of information in order to make sense of strategic situations in organisations

Performance will be assessed using HBS Grading Criteria and Mark scheme.

Guidance for improvement will be given in writing on the Assessment Feedback Form or on the StudyNet Feedback Form within 4 weeks of submission.

For each day or part day up to five days after the published deadline, coursework relating to modules submitted late will have the numeric grade reduced by 10 grade points until or unless the numeric grade reaches 40 for levels 4, 5 and 6 or 50 for level 7 (PG).  If a submission is more than 5 days after the published deadline, a grade of zero will be awarded. Where the numeric grade awarded for the assessment is less than 40, no lateness penalty will be applied. All assignments must be uploaded on studynet/canvas using Turnitin, and where collusion or similarities are identified will receive standard penalties.

Assignment Title: Assignment 1A: Learning set discussion

This assignment requires you to engage with the case study and extra material related to the topic allocated to the learning set. Meet with your group as much as necessary to plan a 20-minute discussion, including10 minutes Q&A related to the given topic by bringing in key theories from the relevant chapter and additional academic sources.

You are required to argue in support of your own judgement and concentrate on critical thinking and reflection. Therefore, you should present an evaluative perspective using the most convincing explanations and defence of the analysis you carried out. Build up your arguments using the best interpretation of contemporary business environment and trends.

 [See the chart above to know more about what ‘evaluative perspective’ is.]

The core textbook by Grant and Jordan (2015) is the primary guide and source for theoretical underpinnings. However, the use of theories/concepts/frameworks/models from other relevant sources are acceptable.

Students must ensure that, any additional academic source(s) is obtained from the Online Library on Studynet.

Performance will be assessed using HBS Grading Criteria. The Marking Scheme for this assignment is:

Marking Criteria for Assignment One part A: Learning Set Discussion:

·Planning/Organisation 10%: Key evidence of good planning/organisation evident in process of debate

·Use of Language 10%: Key evidence of clear and concise language – no filling , limited repetition – logical sequence of argument

·Use of Time 10%: Key evidence of pacing, distribution of argument/discussion between speakers etc.

·Group Functioning 10%:Key evidence of cohesive/co-ordinated group – looks organised and rehearsed but smooth

·Evidence of understanding and critiquing 20%: Key evidence of understanding of strengths and weaknesses of theory including recognition of different perspectives

·Response to Questions 10%: Key evidence of good response to questions – everyone ready to join in and make valid points

·Discussion 20%:Key evidence of quality of debate including Content/Argument: accurate/relevant content/argument

·OVERALL IMPRESSION 10%: Key evidence of good timing/pacing, argument moves between individuals, not over staged

Structure of learning set/group discussion:

·Set five: technology-based industries and the management of innovation

oUsing the sources available and examples from at least three organisations discuss how organisations make decisions on multinational activities. Identify a range of technology-based industries and the management of innovation choices and discuss briefly the opportunities and challenges of following at least two of these strategies in the face of the current pandemic? What are the implications?