Unit 3: Organisations and Behaviour, Assignment Details.

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LONDON CHURCHILL COLLEGE Programme: Unit Number and Title: Unit Level: Assignment Ref. Number: Module Tutor: Email: Date Set: BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business Unit 3: Organisations and Behaviour 4 1 Adrienn Herath- Sandor adrienn.sandor@londonchurchillcollege.co.uk 26/09/2011

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Learning outcomes and criteria covered by this assignment: The aims of this assignment are to measure the outcome of students learning in terms of knowledge acquired, understanding developed and skills or abilities gained in relation to achieve the learning outcomes (LO) and criteria (i.e. P, M, D): LO 1: Understand the relationship between organisational structure and culture LO 2: Understand different approaches to management and leadership LO 3: Understand ways of using motivational theories in organisations LO 4: Understand mechanisms for developing effective teamwork in organisations

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LEARNERS BRIEF

Programme: Unit Number and Title: Unit Level: Assignment Ref. Number: Module Tutor: Email: Date Set:

BTEC Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business Unit 3: Organisations and Behaviour 4 1 Adrienn Herath- Sandor adrienn.sandor@londonchurchillcollege.co.uk 26/09/2011

Unit 3: Organisations and Behaviour, Assignment Details. London Churchill College

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07/10/2011 3rd week of December 4 weeks from submission

Introduction

The aims of this assignment are to measure the outcome of students learning in terms of knowledge acquired, understanding developed and skills or abilities gained in relation to achieve the learning outcomes. The assignment is one report aimed at the 12 Pass criteria as well as Merit and Distinction criteria. Students are expected to demonstrate good understanding of key models and principles of Organisational Structure, Culture, Management and Leadership, Motivational theories and Team working. For Merit and Distinction students are expected analytical and evaluative skills. They need to apply the models and theories in real life situations to achieve higher grades. Students also must show lateral thinking and good writing and referencing skills to achieve Distinction. In writing this report student must present his or her own work. However, they will clearly have to work with and present the work of others. Students must indicate the relevant source(s) of material that they present to support their work.
Specification of Assessment 1- Report

COURSE WORKThis assessment comprises of one part. A report that is aimed at 12 Pass criteria as well as Merit and Distinction. The word limit is minimum 2500, no maximum word limit.

Requirements: 1.1: Compare and contrast different organisational structures and culture. (P1) 1.2: Explain how the relationship between an organisations structure and culture can impact on the performance of the business. (P2) 1.3: Discuss the factors which influence individual behaviour at work. (P3) 1.4: Chose an organisation that you are familiar with. Draw their organisational chart and explain their organisational structure and culture. (M1)

Unit 3: Organisations and Behaviour, Assignment Details. London Churchill College

2.1: Compare the effectiveness of different leadership styles and different organisations. (P4) 2.2: Explain how organisational theory underpins the practice of management. (P5) 2.3: Evaluate the different approaches to management used by different organisations. (P6) 2.4: Use the same organisation as in 1.4. Discuss the role of manager in that organisation using Fayols Five Functions (Planning, Organising, Commanding, Coordinating, and Controlling) (M2) 3.1: Discuss the impact that different leadership styles may have on motivation in organisations in periods of change. (P7) 3.2: Compare the application of different motivational theories within the workplace. (P8) 3.3: Evaluate the usefulness of a motivational theory for managers. (P9) 3.4: Take the same organisation as in 1.4. How would you motivate your employees if you are the leader of this organisation? Apply motivational theories (Maslows hierarchy of needs, Theory X and Theory Y, Hygiene factors and motivators, Expectancy theories, Performance Related Pay) (D1) 4.1: Explain the nature of groups and group behaviour within organisations. (P10) 4.2: Discuss factors that may promote or inhibit the development of effective teamwork in organisations. (P11) 4.3: Evaluate the impact of technology on team functioning within given organisation. (P12) 4.4: Use the same example as in 1.4. Show how formal and informal teams are generated in that organisation, explain group dynamics. (D2)

Unit 3: Organisations and Behaviour, Assignment Details. London Churchill College

4.5: Summarise your findings and give recommendations for your chosen company. This grade is awarded to student whose conclusions are clear and concise, theory and practical examples are relevant. (D3) 4.6: Students demonstrate good writing skills and comply with the formal requirements of the report. Students command of English is of a very good standard with only a few grammar and spelling mistakes. The report is written in Times New Roman, size 12; 1, 5 line spacing. (M3)

Learning outcomes, assessment and grading criteria

Achievement of a pass grade A pass grade is achieved by meeting all the requirements defined in the assessment criteria for each individual unit. Achievement of a merit or distinction grade All the assessment criteria and merit grade descriptors need to be completed within a unit to achieve a merit grade. All the assessment criteria, merit and distinction grade descriptors must be completed within a unit to achieve a distinction grade.

Assessment criteria
Requirements

P1 1.1 M1 1.4

P2 1.2 M2 2.4

P3 2.3 M3 4.6

P4 2.1 D1 3.4

P5 2.2 D2 4.4

P6 2.3 D3 4.5

P7 3.1

P8 3.2

P9

P10

P11

P12

3.3

4.1

4.2

4.3

Grading criteria
Requirements

Plagiarism and Collusion

Any act of plagiarism and collusion will be seriously dealt with according to the regulations. In this context the definition and scope of plagiarism are presented below: Using the work of others without acknowledging source of information or inspiration. Even if the words are changed or sentences are put in different order, the result is still plagiarism. (Cortell 2003)

Unit 3: Organisations and Behaviour, Assignment Details. London Churchill College

Collusion describes as the submission of work produced in collaboration for an assignment based on the assessment of individual work. When one person shares his/her work with others who submit part or all of it as their own work.

Extension and Late Submission

If you need an extension for a valid reason, you must request one using a coursework extension request form available from the college. Please note that the lecturers do not have the authority to extend the coursework deadlines and therefore do not ask them to award a coursework extension. The completed form must be accompanied by evidence such as a medical certificate in the event of you being sick.

Support materials

Books: Brown, A. (1998) Organisational Culture. Harlow: Prentice Hall. Mullins, L. J. (2007). Management and Organisational Behaviour. London: Financial Times-Prentice Hall. Handy, C. (1993). Understanding Organisations, 4th Edition, Penguin Business, England. Torrington, D., Hall, L. and Taylor, S. (2007). Human Resource Management, 7th Edition, Financial Times/Prentice Hall, Europe.

Journals & Articles Journal of International Business Studies Journal of Management Studies Harvard Business Review People Management (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, UK)
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