Century College, Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications BTEC HND IN BUSINESS (Finance) ORGANISATIONS AND BEHAVIOUR Individual Work 2 of 2 Xianrong NIU 6th Jan., 2011 NAME OF STUDENT UNIT TITLE ASSIGNMENT TITLE ASSIGNMENT NO NAME OF ASSESSOR SUBMISSION DEADLINE LEARNING OUTCOMES COVERED Outcome 1 Explore organisational structure and culture ASSESSMENT CRITERIA COVERED 1.a compare and contrast different organizational structures and culture 1.b analyse the relationship between an organisation’s structure and culture and the effects on business performance 2.a analyse how organisational theory underpins principles and practices of organising and of management 2.b compare the different approaches to management and theories of organisation used by two organisations 4.a describe the nature of groups and group behaviour within organisations Outcome 2 Examine different approaches to management and leadership and theories of organisation Outcome 4 Demonstrate an understanding of working with others, teamwork, groups and group dynamics 4.c evaluate the impact of technology on team functioning within a given organisation 1 / 21
NOTES TO STUDENTS 1. This is an individual- work-based assignment. Each candidate needs to contribute to his or her own report. 2. please use the suggested format:
- words: minimum 1,500; maximum 3,000 - font type: Times New Roman - font size: 12 - 1.5 space
3. Take great care that if you use other people’s work or ideas in your assignment, you properly reference them in your text, adding footnotes and listing any bibliography related. 4. Check carefully the submission date and the instructions given with the assignment. Late assignments will be accepted conditionally. 5. If you are unable to hand in your assignment on time and have valid reasons such as illness, you may apply (in writing) for an extension. 6. Failure to achieve a PASS grade will result in a REFERRAL grade to be given. 7. NOTE: if you are caught plagiarising, you could have your grade reduced to zero, or at worst, you could be excluded from the course.
I, __________________________ hereby confirm that this assignment is my own work and not copied or plagiarised from any source. I have referenced the sources from which information is obtained by me for this assignment. ________________________________ _________________________ Signature Date
Assignment 2: Individual work
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Hand- in date: 6th Jan, 2011
Hint: The following task is based on outcome1, 2 and 4; you need to accomplish your report accordingly and try to meet the criteria by comparing and contrasting two or more domestic companies or groups when necessary.
Task
Find out two domestic companies before finishing the following tasks, comparing and contrasting accordingly:
1. Identify the two companies’ structure and culture and analyse the relationship between their structures and culture Compare and contrast their different organizational structures and culture; (1.a &1.b)
2. Analyse how organisational theory underpins principles and practices of their organising and of management. (2.a)
3. Compare the different approaches to management and theories of organisation used by the two organizations. (2.b)
4. Describe the nature of groups and group behavior within the two organisations and evaluate the impact of technology employed on its team functioning (4.a &4.c)
(This involves outcome1, 2 and 4 – assessment criteria 1.a, 1.b, 2.a, 2.b, 4.a, 4.c) Grade descriptors: Possible evidence Handout date: 15th Nov, 2010 3 / 21
Pass To achieve a PASS, student must show a basic understanding of the tasks set. Merit To achieve a MERIT, student must prepare a properly structured report showing a good depth of knowledge and understanding of the tasks set with all the evidences involved (M1, M2, and M3). Outcome 1 Explore organisational structure and culture 1.a compare and contrast different organizational structures and culture ? functional, product-based, geographically based, multifunctional and multidivisional structures, matrix, centralisation and decentralisation personality, traits and types, its relevance in understanding self and others ? classification of organisational culture — power culture, role culture, task culture, person culture, cultural norms and symbols, values and beliefs,development of organisational culture 1.b analyse the relationship between an organisation’s structure and culture and the effects on business performance ? internal and external network structures, flexible working ? organisational charts, spans of control ? a stakeholder perspective, personnel management roles, personnel policies, strategies and operating plans, strategic goals for personnel Outcome 2 Examine different approaches to management and leadership and theories of organisation 2.a analyse how organisational theory underpins principles and practices of organising and of management ? scientific management, classical administration, bureaucracy, human relations approach, systems approach, contingency approach ? planning, organising, commanding, co-ordinating, controlling 2.b compare the different approaches to management and theories of organisation used by two organizations ? interpersonal, informational, decisional ? power, authority, responsibility, delegation, conflict ? opportunist, diplomat, technician, achiever, strategist, magician, pluralistic, transformational, change Outcome 4 Demonstrate an understanding of working with others, teamwork, groups and group dynamics 4 / 21
Distinction To achieve a DISTINCTION, student must prepare a detailed and concise report that shows a clear and in-depth understanding of the topics covered by all the elements (D1, D2, and D3). 4.a describe the nature of groups and group behaviour within organisations ? groups and teams, informal and formal groups, purpose of teams ? selecting team members, team roles, Belbin’s theory, stages in team development, team building, team identity, team loyalty, commitment to shared beliefs, multi-disciplinary teams 4.c evaluate the impact of technology on team functioning within a given organization ? technology, communication, change, networks and virtual teams, global and cross-cultural teams GRADING CRITERIA / DESCRIPTORS A pass grade is achieved by meeting all the requirements defined in the pass assessment criteria. Merit descriptors In order to achieve a merit the learner must: Indicative characteristics The learner’s evidence shows: 5 / 21