Management Foundation Studies
Introduction to Management
Continual Assessment 2 – Individual Assignment (40%)
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suspected for plagiarism or collusion till investigations are completed.
Instructions on Continual Assessment
1. This is an individual assignment.
2. The assignment has TWO (2) deliverables, i.e., a written report (30%) and an oral
presentation (10%). Students must complete BOTH components.
3. Read the module book to have ideas on these topics.
• Managing Ethics and Workforce Diversity (Session 2)
• Managing in the Global Environment (Session 3)
• Decision Making (Session 4)
• Planning (Session 5)
• Organisation Structure (Session 6)
• Leaders and Leadership (Session 7)
• Motivation (Session 8)
4. About the written report (30%)
4.1.Each student must submit ONE report. Students should a keep a copy of
assignment submitted.
4.2.Look for a manager – can be located in any part of the world. Contact this
person to find out in detail how TWO topics are implemented in an organisation.
The contact person should know something about management or has
management responsibility in the organisation. Information can be obtained
through internet research and/or any other information available in the library
or published materials.
4.3.Write a report on the TWO topics. The report should focus on:
a. Analysis of actions taken by the organisation, and
b. Suggestions and solutions to enhance the organisation performance.
4.4.The report should have an introduction, analysis and suggestions on the two
topics, conclusion, references and appendices, as appropriate.
(a) The cover page should include the FULL name and Student ID number as
in the register.
(b) The introduction should briefly include background of the manager and
organisation and the purpose of the report. Maximum 100 words.
(c) The conclusion should summarize key findings in the report. Maximum 100
words.
(d) Each student is required to provide at least THREE (3) references in APA
format.
(e) The appendix should include name, job title and contact details of manager
whom you contact in the organisation, as appropriate.
4.5.The report must be type-written with words in 1.5 line spacing, font-size 12,
Times New Roman. This report must be submitted in Word format.
4.6.The report should not exceed 1200 words (excluding references and
appendices). State the word count at the end of the report.
4.7.The report will be marked out of 75 marks and counts for 30% of the total
assessment in the module. Please refer to marking rubric for breakdown of
marks.
Deadline: 05 Sep 2022, by 11:59am.
Penalty Marks for Late Submission of Assignment
Within 24 hours: 20% to be deducted from total marks
More than 24 hours: submission will be graded zero
CA Submission: CAs must be submitted to online Canvas portal by the due date.
5. About the oral presentation (10%)
5.1.Each student will be interviewed on his/her individual project for about 5
minutes by the lecturer from session 12 onwards. Student should demonstrate
good understanding and knowledge of your report.
5.2.The interview schedule (date, time slot, mode of interview) will be shared by
the lecturer.
5.3.The oral presentation will be marked out of 25 marks and counts for 10% of the
total assessment in the module. Please refer to marking rubric for breakdown
of marks.
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