BUMGT3715 Designing Effective Organisations Assignment
Task:
Assessment Details
Choose an organization that interests and/or inspires you and research and address the following requirements for your chosen Organization.
Assessment requirements
1) Provide an overview of the organization, including its strategic intent, operating goals and performance (financial or other). Discuss the role of top management in setting the organization’s direction. Explain why goal conflict occurs in organizations and how managers deal with conflicting goals. Referencing the textbook, Exhibit 2.1 in chapter 2 of page 51.
2) Define organization structure and identify the structure of your chosen organization. Outline the strengths and weaknesses of the current structure. If you were CEO, discuss whether you believe the current structure serves the organization well or would you recommend changes. Discuss your reasoning. Referencing the textbook, Exhibit 3.7 in chapter 3 of page 110.
3) Choose one task environment sector and identify possible changes that could present threats to, or opportunities for the organization’s future performance. Discuss the implications of the change for your organization’s performance. Referencing the textbook, Exhibit 4.1 in chapter 4 of page 149.
4) Choose one general environment sector and identify possible changes that could present threats to, or opportunities for the organization’s future performance. Discuss the implications of the change for your organization’s performance. Referencing the textbook, Exhibit 4.1 in chapter 4 of page 149.
The objectives of the analysis are to:
1. Improve your knowledge of specific concepts and theories of organizational theory.
2. Develop your ability to apply theories and concepts to practical situations.
3. Encourage you to consider the effectiveness of various organizational theories and models as they relate to organizational functioning in changing and complex environments.
4. Develop your skills in research, critical thinking and analysis.
5. Develop your skills in academic writing.
