Module 4 – Case<\/p>\n
MANAGING THE ORGANIZATION\u2019S STRUCTURE<\/p>\n
Assignment Overview<\/p>\n
After finishing with the background page and readings, go to the following interview with Rosabeth Moss Kanter, who is a renowned Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School, and an influential business advisor. Among other things, in this interview she talks about the evolution of changes in organizational structure in the past decades, and the link to employees\u2019 well-being and functioning.<\/p>\n
Required Reading<\/p>\n
Both of the following articles can be found in the Trident University Library<\/p>\n
Puffer, S. (2004) Changing organizational structures: An interview with Rosabeth Moss Kanter. Academy of Management Executive, 18(2).<\/p>\n
The following article looks at changing organizational structures as open systems and the effect on managers.<\/p>\n
Buhler, P. M. (2011). Changing organizational structures and their impact on managers. Supervision, 72(2), 24-26.<\/p>\n
Case Assignment<\/p>\n
Write a 4- to 5-page critique answering the questions below.<\/p>\n
1.An organization\u2019s structure can have significant effects on its members. What might those effects be? Analyze the behavioral implications of different organizational designs and use at least three examples, Quicken Loans being one of them.<\/p>\n
2.Is it possible to generalize and say that a certain structure is better than others? That is, is there a structure that is superior in terms of its effects on its members?<\/p>\n
Keys to the Assignment<\/p>\n
The key aspects of this assignment that should be covered in your paper are:<\/p>\n
\u2022Define the problem: Explain the relationship between organizational structure and human behaviors.<\/p>\n
\u2022Analyze the cause: Analyze how specific organizational designs can elicit predictable attitudes and motivations. Be sure to use Quicken Loans as one of your examples (refer back to Module 1).<\/p>\n
\u2022Propose a solution: Take a position on Question 2 and defend it with references to the concepts in the readings in this module and any previous modules that you find relevant. <\/p>\n
Assignment Expectations<\/p>\n
Your paper will be evaluated using the following five (5) criteria:<\/p>\n
\u2022Assignment-Driven Criteria (Precision and Breadth): Does the paper fully address all Keys to the Assignment? Are the concepts behind the Keys to the Assignment addressed accurately and precisely using sound logic? Does the paper meet minimum length requirements?<\/p>\n
\u2022Critical Thinking (Critical Thinking and Depth): Does the paper demonstrate graduate-level analysis, in which information derived from multiple sources, expert opinions, and assumptions has been critically evaluated and synthesized in the formulation of a logical set of conclusions? Does the paper address the topic with sufficient depth of discussion and analysis?<\/p>\n
\u2022Business Writing (Clarity and Organization): Is the paper well written (clear, developed logically, and well organized)? Are the grammar, spelling, and vocabulary appropriate for graduate-level work? Are section headings included in all papers? Are paraphrasing and synthesis of concepts the primary means of responding to the Keys to the Assignment, or is justification\/support instead conveyed through excessive use of direct quotations?<\/p>\n
\u2022Effective Use of Information (Information Literacy and References): Does the paper demonstrate that the student has read, understood and can apply the background materials for the module? If required, has the student demonstrated effective research, as evidenced by student\u2019s use of relevant and quality (library?) sources? Do additional sources used in paper provide strong support for conclusions drawn, and do they help in shaping the overall paper?<\/p>\n
\u2022Citing Sources: Does the student demonstrate understanding of APA Style of referencing, by inclusion of proper end references and in-text citations (for paraphrased text and direct quotations) as appropriate? Have all sources (e.g., references used from the Background page, the assignment readings, and outside research) been included, and are these properly cited? Have all end references been included within the body of the paper as in-text citations?<\/p>\n
Tips and Suggestions<\/p>\n
Please note the following tips and suggestions:<\/p>\n
\u2022Include a cover page and reference page in addition to the 4\u20135 pages of analysis described above.<\/p>\n
\u2022You are expected to demonstrate that you have read, understood, and can apply the required background readings for this module in your answer to this case. Be sure to read the required readings carefully, and use the theories and arguments you learn from them to support your analysis.<\/p>\n
\u2022Include headings for all papers longer than two pages (basically all papers).<\/p>\n
\u2022Cite and reference all sources that you use in your work, including those that you do not quote but paraphrase. This means include citations and quotation marks for direct quotes of more than five words, and include citations for information that you have “borrowed” or paraphrased from other sources.<\/p>\n
\u2022Follow TUI Guidelines for well-written papers. (If you are unsure of what those guidelines are, see Student Guide to Writing a High-Quality Academic Paper).<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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