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ASSESSMENT BRIEF
Subject Code and Title MGMT6012 Management Perspectives
Assessment Assignment Two: Management Research
Individual/Group Individual
Length 2000 Word Limit
Learning Outcomes • Understand the nature of naturally occu
ing data and
how this can be objectively analysed to inform your
practice and influence your behaviour
• Analyse and discuss how the structure and characteristics
of organisations can influence and constrain managers
and their decision making
• Identify the range of organisational stakeholders and
explain how managers can manage effective relationships
with them to motivate, manage and lead them to a
prefe
ed decision outcome
• Apply a range of techniques and strategies to
communicate effectively to a culturally diverse range of
stakeholders
Submission By 23:59 (SYD time) Friday of the end of Module 6
Weighting 60%
Total Marks 60 marks
Context:
The assessment suite in this subject is designed to provide students with a framework to
understand organisational behaviour, politics and the dynamics of the business
environment. The assessment suite aims to equip students with the necessary skills to
understand the constraints managers and emerging leaders face in developing strategies to
leverage advantages and overcome constraints and ba
iers in organisations.
Instructions:
Following from the first assignment, students will create a personal SWOT analysis and
comment on their fit with the organisation identified in their first assignment submission.
The second assignment should include:
• the use of three naturally occu
ing data (e.g. conversations, emails, corporate
artefacts that regularly occur, etc.);
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• assessment of personal strengths and weaknesses as viewed by self and others
(ensure you reflect on who is giving you what feedback, how you appear to be
progressing, and how you fit within the organisation where you work, or want to
work);
• a critical assessment of how you are placed or misplaced within the chosen
organisation; and
• a discussion of self-improvement for continuous improvement.
The report is to be limited to 2000 words, exclusive of formal document sections (i.e. title
page, executive summary, table of contents, references list, appendices, etc.), citations,
tables and graphs. Students should submit one file through Turnitin.
There are a number of forms the report could take. The exact form of the report will
depend on the additional research the student will undertake; students should aim for the
demonstration of deep learning, founded on reflection, rather than on getting any aspect of
the
ief ‘right.’
Students should commence this assignment early, keep regular backups and ensure they
submit the co
ect, final version. Students should use this
ief as the instruction set for the
assignment requirements. Additionally, the ru
ic below can be used to describe what
unacceptable, functional, proficient, advanced and exceptional assignments might look like
according to the criteria in the leftmost column of each row.
As this is a Masters level subject, students are expected to engage with high-quality
academic journal articles, using the To
ens University Li
ary. Textbooks, Wikipedia and, in
general, anything that can be obtained through an open Google search page are considered
supplementary material, unbecoming of a postgraduate.
Students should begin their reflection, if they have not already previously done it, by
undertaking a Myers-Briggs Personality Type Indicator test. A free test that does not require
sign-up is available here: www.humanmetrics.com/cgi-win/jtypes2.asp. Another option is
the Gallup Strengths Assessment tool available that can be available by your facilitator.
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Learning Ru
ics
There are numerous ways to interpret the assessment
ief. This ru
ic should not be used as a prescription or tick-the-box list of
equirements but as a description of an amalgam of several possible interpretations and the standards they might take. The assessment will
e graded holistically, based on the criteria in the leftmost column. Your interpretation may not match the ru
ic exactly as you may extend
the requirements, using your initiative to demonstrate your mastery of the subject matter. Additionally, you may demonstrate elements
described in the Advanced column and still be graded ‘Functional’ for one or more of the criteria (the reverse trend is also possible). Higher
performing submissions will depend on wider reading, rather than on the ru
ic ve
atim.
Assessment
Attributes Fail (Unacceptable)
Pass
(Functional)
Credit
(Proficient)
Distinction
(Advanced)
High Distinction
(Exceptional)
Effective
Communication (30%)
Difficult to understand for audience, no
logical/clear structure, poor flow of ideas,
argument lacks supporting evidence.
Audience cannot follow the line of
easoning. Has little command of
organisational features. Uses some
cohesive devices but these may be
inaccurate or repetitive.
Information, arguments
and evidence are
presented in a way that is
not always clear and
logical. Line of reasoning
is often difficult to follow.
May not always use
eferencing clearly or
appropriately.
Information, arguments
and evidence are well
presented, mostly clear
flow of ideas and
arguments. Line of
easoning is easy to
follow. Manages all
aspects of cohesion well.
Information,
arguments and
evidence are very
well presented; the
presentation is
logical, clear and
well supported by
evidence.
Demonstrates
cultural sensitivity.
Skilfully manages
cohesion and
paragraphing.
Expertly presented; the
presentation is logical,
persuasive, and well
supported by evidence,
demonstrating a clear
flow of ideas and
arguments. Engages
and sustains audience’s
interest in the topic,
demonstrates high
levels of cultural
sensitivity Uses a wide
ange of structures with
flexibility and accuracy
demonstrating a
sophisticated control of
lexical features.
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Assessment
Attributes Fail (Unacceptable)
Pass
(Functional)
Credit
(Proficient)
Distinction
(Advanced)
High Distinction
(Exceptional)
Assessment of
strengths and
weaknesses (30%)
Neglects one or more elements of a SWOT
analysis
Completes all elements
of a SWOT analysis.
Elaborates all elements
of the SWOT analysis
eyond basic
equirements.
Elaborates all
elements of the
SWOT analysis
eyond basic
equirements and
includes elements of
political, economic,
social and
technological
factors.
Demonstrates a
sophisticated
understanding of each
element of the SWOT
analysis and integrates
PEST analysis factors.
Articulation of research
principles (20%)
The focus for the research question(s) or
asis for the project is unclear. The
ationale for the research methodology is
inappropriate for the research
question/project.
The focus for the
esearch question(s) or
asis for project is
easonable. The
ationale for the research
methodology is
appropriate for the
esearch
question/project.
The focus for the
esearch question(s) or
asis for project is clear.
The rationale for the
esearch methodology is
stated and appropriate
for the research
question/project.
The focus for the
esearch question(s)
or basis for project is
very clear. The
ationale for the
esearch
methodology is
compared with
alternatives and the
chosen method is
appropriate for the
esearch
question/project.
The focus for the
esearch question(s) or
asis for project is
exceptionally clear. The
Rationale for the
esearch methodology
is compared and
evaluated against
alternatives and the
chosen method is
appropriate for the
esearch
question/project.
Consciousness of
diversity in the case
study (20%)
Ignores culture difference in the case study.
Fails to identify own cultural filters and
their impact on thinking processes.
Recognises cultural
differences. Identifies
cultural filters and impact
on own thinking
processes.
Identifies, analyses and
addresses diversity and
workplace issues.
Elaborates cultural
norms, values and
frameworks.
Demonstrates an
understanding of
elements important
to the history,
values, politics,
economy, beliefs
and practices of
members of other
cultures.
Skillfully interprets
intercultural factors
from the perspectives
of own and other
worldviews.