Synthesise the various approaches to organisational form and their implications to the working environment and organisational practice

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Assessment Task A. Identify from your research and academic theory, two of the paired topic areas from the module. You should select either 1 or 2 and either a or b only 1. Work groups and teams 2. Management and Leadership a) Power and Politics b) Conflict and Negotiation B. Using your organisation or one that you are familiar with as a case study, analyse and critically discuss the impact that your topic areas may have on the culture of the organisation. Your analysis must be based upon relevant academic literature. It must also make specific reference to conceptual models and theories. Focusing on the chosen topic you must write a 2,500 word report. Compare, contrast, synthesise and critically analyse research on this topic using quality sources of information. Quality sources normally include academic journals and business reports – and there will be guidance on NILE to help you to consider the credibility of your research. If you are unsure of the quality, you can also use this guide as a checklist: http://library.ucsc.edu/help/research/evaluate-the-quality-and-credibility-of-your-sources A critical report 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. You must employ evidence based analysis and cite your sources and present a reference list. Support for this will also be available on NILE. For support with critical reading and writing, how to approach literature reviews and postgraduate level work, Harvard referencing and other academic skills please use the University of Northampton skills hub: http://skillshub.northampton.ac.uk/ Assessment Breakdown You work will be marked against the following criteria Achievement of the Assessment Brief (To what extent does the work address the task set? 25% Critical analysis and evaluation of sources in a relevant and logical manner – development of a report that reflects advanced scholarship, and effectively integrates analysis, synthesis, evaluation and application to the real world. 45% Professional Report presentation, structure, formatting, and expression 15% Harvard referencing, in text citations, and reference list 15% Assessment Submission To submit your work, please go to the ‘Submit your work’ area of the Module NILE site. It is important that you submit your work to the correct module NILE site, and that your work is submitted on time. Academic Practice This is an individual assignment. The University of Northampton policy will apply in all cases of copying, plagiarism or any other methods by which students have obtained (or attempted to obtain) an unfair advantage. Support and guidance on assessments and academic integrity can be found from the following resources. SkillsHub: http://skillshub.northampton.ac.uk Learning outcomes The learning outcomes being addressed through this assignment are: Knowledge and understanding a Critically analyse the factors contributing to organisational dynamics, their relative merits and impact within different organisational contexts b Evaluate and critically assess the different theoretical approaches to organisational behaviour and the impact that it has on both the individual and group dynamics c Synthesise the various approaches to organisational form and their implications to the working environment and organisational practice Subject specific skills d Interpret and analyse a selection of models, concepts and techniques associated with organisational Behaviour. e Make evidence-based business judgements about the advantages and disadvantages of different ways of organising work and the consequences of choices which are made Key Skills f Demonstrate problem solving capability in complex and varied organisational scenarios g Analyse, evaluate and reflect on complex issues and material h Desmonstrate the ability to communicate effectively, in oral or in written form, demonstrating a masters level of academic rigour and the practical and analytic competencies of an organizational leader

How do you know it’s the right place for you to be? Will this be an organization you will stay with?

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OVERVIEW This is a summative assignment that cumulates all of the concepts we have reviewed in this class as you evaluate: INSTRUCTIONS Create a PowerPoint presentation (15 slides) The goal is to have fun and enjoy creating what would be the perfect organization for you. As long as the key concepts (Module 1-5 Outcomes) are included in your delivery of this project, you may create the vehicle (how you will deliver your assignment) any way you choose. Feel free to talk with me if you have questions. Considerations You have been in an organization for one year (as we have illustrated through the Explorations found in Modules 1 through 5). How do you know it’s the right place for you to be? Will this be an organization you will stay with? Your assignment is to select an organization and determine how it aligns with your style. You can use the leadership assessment, understanding of your motivation from the beginning of our class; what you need to be personally and professionally developed (middle of our class); what you need in communication and how you will manage conflict as you work through the changes that will happen (end of our class). You may use any of the previous assignments to help you with this assignment; however, you may not directly copy these assignments together to make it one longer assignment. It should be unique to this assignment and its purpose. Consider using titles that represent each of the Five Modules to organize your video, power point, or essay to ensure that your assignment is complete. Module One: Human Relationships and Motivation Module Two: The Purpose of Organizational and Employee Development Module Three: Leadership and Management Module Four: Organizational Politics, Ethics, and Power Module Five: Communication, Conflict Management, and Team Dynamics Select an organization that you believe aligns with your style/need for relationships in the organization. Use a least 5 outside references (you may use more). Does the organization … (Use working for Google as the organization) Create an environment that supports what you need to be motivated. Identify the leadership style that you seek in employment. Identify the need or want for personal /professional development and coaching. Identify how the organization communicates; manages change and manages conflict The importance of business ethics to you in the organization. How you know you will be successful in this organization (be sure to connect it back to the core concepts we have discussed in this class/must have in-text citations to support your ideas from the research provided in the class as well as the research you will include). What will you do to build relationships that help you to be successful in any organization? Formatting Requirements Use APA formatting, even if you use the PowerPoint or video option. Include a minimum of 5 outside references (American resources preferred.) Include a reference page and in-text citations as appropriate. You must submit your references along with your chosen submission.

What is meant by an entrepreneurial ecosystem and how might it support the development of your new entrepreneurial ventures?

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For this assessment task you are required to map the entrepreneurial ecosystem. Last few weeks, we have developed a few ideas for a business venture, now it is time to selected one of those ideas and map your entrepreneurial ecosystem, observe, analyse and visualize. In the tutorial we will develop some initial mapping of your ecosystem (attached this map in the appendix). You are required to write a short (one page) answer to the following questions: What is meant by an entrepreneurial ecosystem and how might it support the development of your new entrepreneurial ventures? What challenges will you encounter in the entrepreneurial ecosystem you have mapped? Use examples to support your answers.

Capture the above-listed five points in a well-written report to guide thenew leadership in making more confident decisions for the purpose ofproviding strategic direction for the organisation.

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Your organisation is now under new leadership. This new leadership isdetermined for your organisation to attain world class excellence. You have beennominated to be in charge of a taskforce with the ultimate responsibility for:1. Explaining to the new leadership on how Total Quality Management(TQM) would enable the organisation to develop better businessfunctions/operations thus achieving world class excellence.2. Stating one of the outstanding quality problems you are now facing inyour current role (as a function/department head), and explaining itsbackground, causes, needs and justification for taking businessimprovement actions (in the context of quality).3. Examining the predominant organisational culture, and identify ways topromote a more open, vibrant and quality focused culture thus creatinga cooperative and productive work environment conducive to all thestakeholders.4. Revisiting the organisation’s Vision and Mission statements in order toreflect your on-going commitment to quality – propose alternatives toexisting statements and provide justifications.5. Recommending a benchmarking exercise whereby any of the followingis achieved in due course:a) investment in newer technologies/programs that reduce cost andincreases efficiency;b) considering customer’s requirement before anything else. Customerrequirements drive the process management system andperformance measures, ORc) treating suppliers as partners because a long-term and mutuallybeneficial relationship will create long-lasting relationships.The objective of the benchmarking exercise is threefold: i) to fully understand thecurrent state of (point a, b, or c) domain, ii) to identify what and how tobenchmark, and iii) to be able to measure the success of the recommendedbenchmarking exercise.AssignmentTaskIn your project, you will need to:1. Describe the purpose of the assignment Task.2. Provide an overview of the organisation, product/service, clients, and anyother critical information.3. Capture the above-listed five points in a well-written report to guide thenew leadership in making more confident decisions for the purpose ofproviding strategic direction for the organisation.