Professional Documents
Culture Documents
1)
(approx 100 words)
A description of your organisation’s size and locations, 3 examples of products and/or
services, and examples of 2 customers. (AC 1.2)(approx 150 words)
An analysis of how external factors impact on your organisation’s business activities,
using an external environment analysis model or tool such as PESTLE. (AC 1.3)
(approx 150 words)
An organisation chart illustrating the main departments and business functions,
together with descriptions of these departments and functions. (AC 2.1) (approx 150
words)
An explanation of how the different departments and functions work together to
optimise performance. (AC 2.2) (approx 150 words)
An explanation of the culture and values of your organisation and how they affect
operations. (AC 2.3) (approx 150 words)
A description of the learning process you went through in order to write this
assignment: what you knew about your organisation before you attended module 1;
what you learnt during the module; and what you learnt in preparing the presentation.
(approx 100 words)
You should also include 3-5 references from up-to-date and relevant sources in order
to support your findings. Please ensure that all reference sources are acknowledged
correctly within the text and on a reference list provided.
Describe how 3 of your organisation's HR and L&D activities support its strategy,
goals and business objectives. (AC3.1) (approx 250 words)
Explain the role of your HR and L&D functions in supporting line managers and staff.
Give 3 examples of activities that HR and L&D undertake to support these colleagues.
(AC3.2) (approx 250 words)
A description of the learning process you went through in order to write this
assignment; what you knew about your HR and L&D functions before you attended
Module 1, what you learned during the module, and as a result of carrying out this
report. (approx 100 words)
3 Sources
Describe 3 benefits of the induction process to the organisation. (AC 4.1) (approx 75
words)
Describe 3 benefits of the induction process to individuals. (AC 4.1 (approx 75
words)
Describe 3 purposes of the induction process. (AC 4.1) (approx 75 words)
Produce an induction plan for the successful candidate of the recruitment and
selection process you worked through in 3RTO Practical Assignment A, which
identifies the essential areas to be covered, with a 12-week timeline and the managers,
staff and other stakeholders who should be involved in the process. (AC 4.2) (approx
375 words)
A description of the learning process you went through in order to write this
assignment: what you knew about your onboarding, induction and probation in your
organisation before you attended module 1; what you learnt during the module; and
what you learnt in preparing the assignment. (approx 100 words)
3 Sources
Prepare and submit a report of 800 words, summarising the principles illustrated in
the CIPD Profession Map and My CPD Map, which can be found at
www.cipd.co.uk/learn/career/profession-map:
. You need to choose ONE of the Professional Areas from the Profession Map and:
Give 3 examples of knowledge that the Practitioner will be expected to show at either
Band 1 or 2 in your chosen Professional Area. (AC 1.1) (approx 200 words)
Explain 3 Behaviours that you would expect a Practitioner to show at either Band 1 or
2 in your chosen Professional Area. (AC 1.1) (approx 150 words)
Explain why Insights, strategy and solutions and Leading HR sit at the heart of the
HR and L&D profession. (AC 1.1) (approx 150 words)
Describe the learning process you went through in order to write this assignment:
what you knew about the CIPD Profession Map and the need for CPD before you
attended module 1; what you learnt during the module; and what you learnt in
preparing the report. (approx 100 words)
3-5 references
Three (3) needs of those who use a HR or L&D service within an organisation and
how you would prioritise these and other needs to avoid conflict and deliver a timely
service. (AC 2.1) (approx 200 words)
How you would gather feedback and service performance data in order to provide
management information on HR service levels and how you would use this data to
continuously improve your service. (AC 2.3) (approx 150 words)
Write a short description of the learning process you went through in order to write
this assignment: what you knew about the services provided by HR, and service level
agreements (SLAs) before you attended module 1; what you learnt during the module;
and what you learnt in preparing this assignment. (approx 100 words)
‘PTP Soda Drinks’ is a drinks company based in the UK. They currently have a team
of 150 employees and an annual turnover of £6 million. In the last few years the
company has fallen upon some difficult times. Market conditions and a drive for
healthier drinks have resulted in more consumers rejecting fizzy drinks. The company
has started to diversify its product offering but, in the meantime, has been forced to
downsize. The Managing Director (MD) of the company has requested that you act as
a consultant to the firm and help support the company in the following talent planning
issues and initiatives. The MD has requested that you prepare a report to assist the
organisation in moving forward with their talent planning strategy.
Prepare a 3000 word report which considers and offers consultancy to the company in
the following 4 areas:
1. Assess the current labour trends (both nationally and internationally), their
significance for workforce planning in the organisation, and the significance of
tightening and loosening labour market conditions. Consider the role of the employer,
the industry, the government and trade unions in terms of talent planning initiatives,
highlighting how the organisation can position themselves strategically to attract the
top skills and talent for the future.
2. Offer a suitable plan for talent for the organisation, bearing in mind the
downsizing of the organisation. Discuss the principles and tools required in this
process and develop potential succession and career plans for those employee who
will remain with the organisation. Your plan should highlight what recruitment needs
to occur on the basis of your plan and assess the most suitable methods to recruit these
employees.
3. During times of change employee turnover can increase. Analyse how you can
ensure that the organisation can retain key talent during the potential downsizing and
assess why some employees may wish to leave. Evaluate any costs that may be
associated in terms of human resources during a time of uncertainty for the workforce.
4. Advise the organisation on the key procedures and processes in regards to best
practice in terms of activities that will need to be conducted during the downsizing
exercise. Ensure that any advice on dismissals, retirements and redundancies all
complies with current legal requirements.
Learning Outcomes:
LO1 Understand key contemporary labour market trends and their significance for
workforce planning.
LO2 Be able to undertake talent planning and recruitment activities.
LO3 Understand how to maximise employee retention.
LO4 Know how to manage dismissal, redundancy and retirement effectively and
lawfully.
Candidate declaration:
• I understand that until such time as the assessment grade has been ratified
through internal and external quality assurance processes it is not final.
Signature:
Date:
To be completed by assessor(s):
Unit Code Learning outcomes and Assessment criteria Assessor comments
Provide rationale for judgements against each assessment criterion and identify areas
for development Pass/ /Fail
5RST
LO1
- Understand key contemporary labour market trends and their significance for
workforce planning.
-
AC 1.1
- Assess the major contemporary labour market trends in different country contexts.
AC 1.2
- Explain how organisations position themselves strategically in competitive labour
markets.
AC 1.3
- Explain the significance of tight and loose labour market conditions.
PASS
AC 1.4
- Describe the role of government, employers and trade unions in ensuring future
skills needs are met.
5RST
LO2
- Be able to undertake talent planning and recruitment activities.
AC 2.1
- Describe the principles of effective workforce planning and the tools used in the
process.
AC 2.2
- Develop basic succession and career development plans.
AC 2.3
- Contribute to plans for downsizing an organisation.
AC 2.4
- Contribute to the development of job descriptions, person specifications and
competency frameworks. -
AC 2.5
- Explain the main legal requirements in relation to recruitment and selection.
-
AC 2.6
- Assess the strengths and weaknesses of different methods of recruitment and
selection.
-
5RST LO3
- Understand how to maximise employee retention. -
AC 3.1
- Explain why people choose to leave or remain employed by organisations and the
costs associated with dysfunctional employee turnover. -
AC 3.2
- Assess the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches to the retention of
talent.
5RST LO4
- Know how to manage dismissal, redundancy and retirement effectively and lawfully.
-
AC4.1
- Advise organisations on good practice in the management of dismissals, retirements
and redundancies that complies with current legislation.
•
Action to be taken by assessor(s) following I/V sampling (specify):
SHR039-6
Operations and Project Management
Assignment 1 Briefing
You will be required to undertake a case study and complete a case analysis report.
This can be based on operations of your current workplace or any other organisation
known to you.
Description of
Assessment Task
You need to choose one global operations management case for your individual report
from companies such as Apple, Oman Air, Samsung, Google or any company of your
choice. You will discuss this further with your tutor before finalising the topic. Critical
analysis of the case will help you to answer the following operations management
questions:
Q1) Critically examine three relevant Operation Management (OM) decision areas
(e.g. quality, inventory management, layout or process design etc.) in your chosen
company (or workplace, as long as evidences can be validated with credible resources
within your workplace) (suggested 750 words)
Q2a) Compare and contrast your chosen organisation with another contemporary one
using the 4 Vs (Volume, Variety, Variation and Visibility) (suggested 150 words –
please see Note 2)
Q2b) Examine the ways to improve operational performance within your chosen
company (suggested 350 words).
Note B: Please include a table with the comparison of your companies 4 V’s in
Appendix A and include a short discussion referring to this in the main body of the
Report.
You will be required to undertake a case study and complete a case analysis report.
This can be based on operations of your current or previous workplace or any other
organisation known to you. You need to discuss and confirm with your tutor to agree
upon a suitable case. The report will be 1,500 words in length (not including
references and appendices). It should include answers to all the case questions (given
above) and must make use of relevant unit concepts on the aspect covered. Your first
submission is the final.
Format MS Word
Resources/Support Available Class discussion to clarify Assignment;
In-class review
Unit resources on BREO;
Assessment Criteria See composition of marks for Assignment-1, overleaf.
Details of how feedback will be provided 2Q and feedback given on-line through
Turn-It-In and marked assessment criteria marking grid.
Referral Assignment Your referral assignment will require you to discuss and
critically analyse operations management issues and operations strategy based on
another organisation (discussed and confirmed by your tutor).
1. You have to prepare a project proposal and submit it to your supervisor. If the
Supervisor is satisfy with the project proposal, you can start the work.
2. Please note, your supervisor will update the College about the development of the
project near 15 October 2018.
3. The deadline for submitting the final project, 3 hard copies, to your supervisors is
5th December 2018.
4. The Project will be graded on basis of quality of project work and its presentation
given by the student in front of a committee consisting of two members between 8th
to 13th December 2018.
i. Project Supervisor
ii. Supervisors’ Coordinator
The Research Project will be between 60 to 80 pages; 12 point size; Times New
Roman Font consisting three main parts - preliminaries, text and supplementary
pages. Each part is be organized as shown below:
1. Preliminaries:
• Title page (required)
• Abstract (required) only one abstract allowed
• Acknowledgments (optional) only one acknowledgments page allowed
• Preface (optional)
• Table of Contents (required)
• List of Tables (optional)
• List of Figures (optional)
• List of Symbols (optional)
• List of Keywords (optional)
• Other Preliminaries (optional) such as Definition of Terms
2. Text
The text of the dissertation features an introduction, review of literature, hypothesis,
research methodology and several chapters, sections and subsections. Text may also
include parenthetical references, footnotes, or references to the bibliography or
endnotes.
3. Supplementary
• References or bibliography
• Appendices (optional)
• Glossary (optional)
• List of Abbreviations (optional)
The Integrated Management Project (IMP)
10%
Learning outcomes:
Understand the purpose and key objectives of the HR function in contemporary
organisations.
Understand how HR objectives are delivered in different organisations.
Understand how the HR function can be evaluated in terms of value added and
organisation performance.
Understand the relationship between organisational performance and effective HR
management and development.
Question 1
Give examples of the main organisational objectives that the HR function is
responsible for delivering and briefly explain how these have evolved/are evolving in
contemporary organisations. In your answer, provide a brief justification for managing
HR in a professional, ethical and just manner.
Question 2
Give a brief summary of two different ways HR objectives can be delivered in
organisations.
Analyse how the HR function varies between organisations in different sectors and of
different sizes.
Question 3
Give a short explanation of at least two major theories of change management, and
illustrate how they can be used and evaluated.
Question 4
Your CEO has asked for a report on the contribution of the HR function to the
business. In preparation for the report, give a brief summary of the criteria and
methods available for use in evaluating the HR function’s contribution. Question 5
In consultation with your tutor, select an article that identifies and evaluates research
evidence linking HR practices with positive organizational outcomes. Briefly
summarise the findings and state how convincing you find these to be. Conclude by
explaining how high-performance working and investment in human capital can
impact on organisational practice.
Poor/illogical structure.
Poor report presentation, with poor grammar and readability.
Referencing limited and not in Harvard format. Some structure is evident but not
effective.
Presentation unsatisfactory or grammar issues affecting readability.
Significant errors in Harvard References Structure and presentation of the report is
satisfactory.
Readability is acceptable, though some grammar.
Harvard reference format used correctly, referencing is limited. Good report
structure and presentation.
Some referencing is used to support discussion. A good logical structure is
evident
Presentation of the report and readability are very good.
Good references are used to support the discussion. A well-structured report, where
the arguments are presented in a logical order.
Professional presentation with excellent readability.
Wide range of high quality references to support the discussion.
AC 1.1, 1.3
Some of the examples you would expect them to include (not all of them) could be:
building organisation capability through people and performance, organisation and
job design, staffing objectives, performance objectives, contributing to organisation
change, promoting good employment relations and employee engagement, developing
careers and skills. They should indicate how the role of HR has evolved e.g. they
could cite business partnering, strategic partner. In their answer candidates should also
provide a brief justification for why HR should be managed in professional, ethical
and just manner.
Question 2
AC 2.1, 2.2
Candidates should compare two different models for delivering HR services e.g.
shared services,
outsourcing, or consultancy. They should provide a brief analysis of how the HR
function varies
between organisations in different sectors and sizes e.g. candidates may choose to
address this by
comparing the size and role of HR services delivery in an SME with a large
multinational
organisation.
Question 3
AC 1.2
Candidates should give a couple of examples of major change theories that may
include classical theories such as Lewin’s three-phase model and more contemporary
models e.g. Kotter’s eight-stage model. They should select one of the models and
illustrate their understanding by showing how the model can be used and evaluated.
Candidates should give examples of different approaches to HR evaluation e.g.
metrics, balanced scorecard, benchmarking, SLA’s, KPI’s, benchmarking, surveys.
Question 5
AC 4.1, 4.2
Candidates should identify the article that has linked HR practice with positive
organizational outcomes. They should summarise the main findings and comment on
the persuasiveness of the findings. They may include some of the following points:
the link between high organization performance and effective HR services, human
capital, human capital perspectives and building organisation capability.
The Integrated Management Project (IMP)
Assignment 1 Briefing
You will be required to undertake a case study and complete a case analysis report.
This can be based on operations of your current workplace or any other organisation
known to you.
Description of
Assessment Task
You need to choose one global operations management case for your individual report
from companies such as Apple, Oman Air, Samsung, Google or any company of your
choice. You will discuss this further with your tutor before finalising the topic. Critical
analysis of the case will help you to answer the following operations management
questions:
Q1) Critically examine three relevant Operation Management (OM) decision areas
(e.g. quality, inventory management, layout or process design etc.) in your chosen
company (or workplace, as long as evidences can be validated with credible resources
within your workplace) (suggested 750 words)
Q2a) Compare and contrast your chosen organisation with another contemporary one
using the 4 Vs (Volume, Variety, Variation and Visibility) (suggested 150 words –
please see Note 2)
Q2b) Examine the ways to improve operational performance within your chosen
company (suggested 350 words).
Note B: Please include a table with the comparison of your companies 4 V’s in
Appendix A and include a short discussion referring to this in the main body of the
Report.
You will be required to undertake a case study and complete a case analysis report.
This can be based on operations of your current or previous workplace or any other
organisation known to you. You need to discuss and confirm with your tutor to agree
upon a suitable case. The report will be 1,500 words in length (not including
references and appendices). It should include answers to all the case questions (given
above) and must make use of relevant unit concepts on the aspect covered. Your first
submission is the final.
Format MS Word
Resources/Support Available Class discussion to clarify Assignment;
In-class review
Unit resources on BREO;
Assessment Criteria See composition of marks for Assignment-1, overleaf.
Details of how feedback will be provided 2Q and feedback given on-line through
Turn-It-In and marked assessment criteria marking grid.
Referral Assignment Your referral assignment will require you to discuss and
critically analyse operations management issues and operations strategy based on
another organisation (discussed and confirmed by your tutor).
3HRC F302A HR
CIPD Assessment Activity Template
Title of unit/s
Understanding Organisations and the Role of Human Resources
Unit No/s
3HRC (HR)
Level
3
Credit value
4
Assessment method
Written (Briefing Note)
Learning outcomes:
A new manager is starting in the organisation shortly. You have been asked to provide
a written briefing note for this new-starter so that they can gain some understanding of
the organisation in preparation for their start.
1.2
1.2
1.1
1.3
2.1
2.2
2.3
3.1
3.2
Assessment Guidance:
3RAI F203A HR
CIPD Assessment Activity Template
Title of unit/s
Recording, Analysing and Using Human Resources Information
Unit No/s
3RAI (HR)
Level
3
Credit value 2
Assessment method
Written
Expiry date September 2019
Learning outcomes:
1. Understand what data needs to be collected to support HR practices.
2. Know how HR data should be recorded and stored.
3. Be able to analyse HR information and present findings to inform decision-
making.
Both activities should be completed.
Activity 1
You have a new HR Director, they have requested that you review the organisation’s
approach to collecting, storing and using HR data and produce a briefing note on your
findings. Within your note, you should cover the following:
1.1
1.2
2.1
2.2
3.1
3.2
Evidence to be produced
Activity 1
Briefing note of approximately 500 words.
Activity 2
Report of approximately 500 words.
Description of
Assessment Task You will produce a project plan for a suitable project for your
work-place. If there is not much scope of developing a project plan in relation to your
work-place, you must agree a project title of your choice and scope with your tutor.
The Project Plan will include the use of Project Management tools and techniques
studied and discussed in the class. You will need to submit the project plan (maximum
2,000 words, apart from the relevant appendices that you are required to illustrate!)
with clear indication of your contributions.
Time Management
- WBS, Activity List & Gantt Chart
- Network Diagram and Critical Path Analysis 30% WBS, Activity List/Gantt
Chart not produced/very inaccurate.
Lack of clarity on main Activities.
Network Diagram illogical and critical path (CP) not identified or incorrect.
Some questionable logic on WBS, Activity List.
Gantt Chart acceptable but contains mistakes.
Network Diagram contains some anomalies;
CP largely correct;
OR
Network diagram presented in MS Project format Activity List satisfactory. Lack of
minor resources.
Largely correct WBS, Activity list, Gantt Chart;
MS Project used.
Network Diagram done in Excel, or by hand and shows the activity node values;
Network diagram largely correct.
CP identified. Well considered WBS, Activity List.
Gantt Chart correct, resources not shown. Resources identified.
Network Diagram done in Excel, or by hand and shows the activity node values;
Network Diagram good.
CP correct. Good consideration of WBS, Activity List.
Gantt Chart correct, readable and well analysed.
All resources identified for each activity.
Network Diagram done in Excel, or by hand and shows the activity node values;
Network Diagram neat and correct;
CP clear & correct.
Budget (costing) 15% Project budget is not presented or not represented as
activity on node. Project budget illogical and not calculated appropriately or
incorrect. Project budget contains some anomalies;
calculations largely correct; Project budget presented in tabular format Project
budget is done in Excel, or by hand and shows the cost breakdown values;
Project budget largely correct. Project budget is done in Excel, or by hand and
shows the costing values;
Project budget is good and correct. Project budget is done in Excel, or by hand and
shows the activity node values;
Project budget is neat, appropriate & correct.
Risk Register 15% No/ very limited identification of risks and their management
An attempt made at identifying risks, but not at risk management Risks
identified, initial analysis conducted Risks identified and analysed, attempt made at
planning responses. Risks identified and analysed, detailed responses planned.
Risks identified and analysed, detailed responses planned, with proximity of
risks.
Quality Plan 10% No/ meaningless quality plan Poor description of quality
responsibilities, quality criteria and quality methods Acceptable list of quality
responsibilities, quality criteria and quality methods, though lacking any detail
Good specification of quality responsibilities, quality criteria and quality
methods Quality responsibilities, quality criteria and quality methods completed
with details which are logical & consistent Quality responsibilities, quality criteria
and quality methods completed to a high standard, with systems described for
tracking and updating
Feedback details
The university policy is that you will receive prompt feedback on your work within 15
working days of the submission date. Exceptionally where this is not achievable (for
example due to staff sickness) you will be notified as soon as possible of the revised
date and the reasons behind the change.
Submission Date
Unit Week 14 – TBA
Please submit your assignment through BREO unit site by the stated deadline. You are
allowed a single submission only, so make sure you are happy with your work and
that you submit the correct document.
Feedback Date
15 working days from the due date shown above
Details of how to access the feedback
BREO. Feedback will appear in the ‘My Grades’ section of BREO. A short
instructional video of how to access this is on your Student Gateway page of BREO
The Task
Your task is to produce a management report providing a strategic analysis of an
organisation that is operating in the Gulf region. You are required to conduct a
thorough analysis of the organisation and the industry it operates within. You are
expected to examine and critically evaluate the current strategy of this organisation.
You need to make recommendations based on your analysis, outlining and evaluating
a number of options and selecting the most appropriate one for implementation. The
emphasis must be on deriving recommendations that provide a form of competitive
advantage. You will be required to use some theoretical models, framework and
theories to underpin your analysis. It is essential that you show some critical
analysis /evaluation in your analysis.
The analysis and recommendations must not be solely descriptive of what the
organisation is actually doing but analytical and proposing what it could and should
do.
The Analysis:
The analysis is vital for you to be able to create a range of strategic options and to
justify a choice for the strategic decision – it is NOT however the report (the report is
the discussion of the options and the justification for the choice)
The analysis should be based on an extensive study of the organisation and should be
fully supported by relevant data. While you will provide a summary of the analysis in
your report, use the appendices to provide more detail and data.
Things to avoid:
• Descriptions of the tools and frameworks. You are not writing a text book and
you will be assessed on your ability to think strategically rather than providing a lit
review. This style of writing will lead to a low grade or failure.
• Inappropriate referencing. Any evidence must be properly referenced within
the text of the main report - Harvard system applies
• Out of date evidence – Organisations moves quickly, so a report that uses old
data is not valid.
• Descriptions of the current situation. This assignment must look at future
potential options.
• Focusing on operational issues. This is a strategy report and should focus on
strategic issues and solutions.
• Management Report format. There are many templates in existence and use
one.
You may not choose companies which feature in the large case studies in textbooks
such as Johnson & Scholes and Grant, or companies used for in-class teaching.
Please confirm your choice of company with your tutor before proceeding. Collecting
and analysis of information can be done in groups but remember this is an individual
assignment and must be presented as such.
All assignments will be subject to Turnit in so it is imperative that the assignments are
written in your own words.
Assignment 1 Briefing
You will be required to undertake a case study and complete a case analysis report.
This can be based on operations of your current workplace or any other organisation
known to you.
Description of
Assessment Task
You need to choose one global operations management case for your individual report
from companies such as Apple, Oman Air, Samsung, Google or any company of your
choice. You will discuss this further with your tutor before finalising the topic. Critical
analysis of the case will help you to answer the following operations management
questions:
Q1) Critically examine three relevant Operation Management (OM) decision areas
(e.g. quality, inventory management, layout or process design etc.) in your chosen
company (or workplace, as long as evidences can be validated with credible resources
within your workplace) (750 words)
Q2) Compare and contrast your chosen organisation with another contemporary one
using the 4 Vs (Volume, Variety, Variation and Visibility) (500 words)
Q3) Examine the ways to improve operational performance within your chosen
company (500 words).
You will be required to undertake a case study and complete a case analysis report.
This can be based on operations of your current or previous workplace or any other
organisation known to you. You need to discuss and confirm with your tutor to agree
upon a suitable case. The report will be 2,000 words in length (not including
references and appendices). It should include answers to all the case questions (given
above) and must make use of relevant unit concepts on the aspect covered. Your first
submission is the final.
10%
Assignment 1 Briefing
You will be required to undertake a case study and complete a case analysis report.
This can be based on operations of your current workplace or any other organisation
known to you.
Description of
Assessment Task
You need to choose one global operations management case for your individual report
from companies such as Apple, Oman Air, Samsung, Google or any company of your
choice. You will discuss this further with your tutor before finalising the topic. Critical
analysis of the case will help you to answer the following operations management
questions:
Q1) Critically examine three relevant Operation Management (OM) decision areas
(e.g. quality, inventory management, layout or process design etc.) in your chosen
company (or workplace, as long as evidences can be validated with credible resources
within your workplace) (suggested 750 words)
Q2a) Compare and contrast your chosen organisation with another contemporary one
using the 4 Vs (Volume, Variety, Variation and Visibility) (suggested 150 words –
please see Note 2)
Q2b) Examine the ways to improve operational performance within your chosen
company (suggested 350 words).
Note B: Please include a table with the comparison of your companies 4 V’s in
Appendix A and include a short discussion referring to this in the main body of the
Report.
You will be required to undertake a case study and complete a case analysis report.
This can be based on operations of your current or previous workplace or any other
organisation known to you. You need to discuss and confirm with your tutor to agree
upon a suitable case. The report will be 1,500 words in length (not including
references and appendices). It should include answers to all the case questions (given
above) and must make use of relevant unit concepts on the aspect covered. Your first
submission is the final.
Format MS Word
Resources/Support Available Class discussion to clarify Assignment;
In-class review
Unit resources on BREO;
Assessment Criteria See composition of marks for Assignment-1, overleaf.
Details of how feedback will be provided 2Q and feedback given on-line through
Turn-It-In and marked assessment criteria marking grid.
Referral Assignment Your referral assignment will require you to discuss and
critically analyse operations management issues and operations strategy based on
another organisation (discussed and confirmed by your tutor).
Description of
Assessment Task You will produce a project plan for a suitable project for your
work-place. If there is not much scope of developing a project plan in relation to your
work-place, you must agree a project title of your choice and scope with your tutor.
The Project Plan will include the use of Project Management tools and techniques
studied and discussed in the class. You will need to submit the project plan (maximum
1000 words, apart from the relevant appendices that you are required to illustrate!)
with clear indication of your contributions.
Project stages and Key deliverables 15% No/ illogical discussion of the project
stages using 4Ds Poor discussion of the project stages using 4Ds.
Less than two of the 4 Ds discussed unsatisfactorily. Acceptable discussion of the
project stages using 4Ds.
At least two of the 4Ds are discussed satisfactorily
Good discussion of the project stages using 4Ds.
All 4Ds are discussed well
Very good discussion of the project stages using 4Ds.
All of 4Ds are discussed very well along with their deliverables
Outstanding discussion of the project stages using 4Ds.
All of 4Ds are discussed excellently along with their deliverables
Time Management
- WBS, Activity List & Gantt Chart
- Network Diagram and Critical Path Analysis 30% WBS, Activity List/Gantt
Chart not produced/very inaccurate.
Lack of clarity on main Activities.
Network Diagram illogical and critical path (CP) not identified or incorrect.
Some questionable logic on WBS, Activity List.
Gantt Chart acceptable but contains mistakes.
Network Diagram contains some anomalies;
CP largely correct;
OR
Network diagram presented in MS Project format Activity List satisfactory. Lack of
minor resources.
Largely correct WBS, Activity list, Gantt Chart;
MS Project used.
Network Diagram done in Excel, or by hand and shows the activity node values;
Network diagram largely correct.
CP identified. Well considered WBS, Activity List.
Gantt Chart correct, resources not shown. Resources identified.
Network Diagram done in Excel, or by hand and shows the activity node values;
Network Diagram good.
CP correct. Good consideration of WBS, Activity List.
Gantt Chart correct, readable and well analysed.
All resources identified for each activity.
Network Diagram done in Excel, or by hand and shows the activity node values;
Network Diagram neat and correct;
CP clear & correct.
Budget (costing) 15% Project budget is not presented or not represented as
activity on node. Project budget illogical and not calculated appropriately or
incorrect. Project budget contains some anomalies;
calculations largely correct; Project budget presented in tabular format Project
budget is done in Excel, or by hand and shows the cost breakdown values;
Project budget largely correct. Project budget is done in Excel, or by hand and
shows the costing values;
Project budget is good and correct. Project budget is done in Excel, or by hand and
shows the activity node values;
Project budget is neat, appropriate & correct.
Risk Register 15% No/ very limited identification of risks and their management
An attempt made at identifying risks, but not at risk management Risks
identified, initial analysis conducted Risks identified and analysed, attempt made at
planning responses. Risks identified and analysed, detailed responses planned.
Risks identified and analysed, detailed responses planned, with proximity of
risks.
Quality Plan 10% No/ meaningless quality plan Poor description of quality
responsibilities, quality criteria and quality methods Acceptable list of quality
responsibilities, quality criteria and quality methods, though lacking any detail
Good specification of quality responsibilities, quality criteria and quality
methods Quality responsibilities, quality criteria and quality methods completed
with details which are logical & consistent Quality responsibilities, quality criteria
and quality methods completed to a high standard, with systems described for
tracking and updating
Unit Name
Strategy
Unit Code
SHR019-6
Title of Coursework
Assignment 1
% weighting of final unit grade
100
Word Limit: 4000 words (note that this is the upper word limit)
Feedback details
The university policy is that you will receive prompt feedback on your work within 15
working days of the submission date. Exceptionally where this is not achievable (for
example due to staff sickness) you will be notified as soon as possible of the revised
date and the reasons behind the change.
Submission Date
Unit Week 14 – TBA
Please submit your assignment through BREO unit site by the stated deadline. You are
allowed a single submission only, so make sure you are happy with your work and
that you submit the correct document.
Feedback Date
15 working days from the due date shown above
Details of how to access the feedback
BREO. Feedback will appear in the ‘My Grades’ section of BREO. A short
instructional video of how to access this is on your Student Gateway page of BREO
The Task
Your task is to produce a management report providing a strategic analysis of an
organisation that is operating in the Gulf region. You are required to conduct a
thorough analysis of the organisation and the industry it operates within. You are
expected to examine and critically evaluate the current strategy of this organisation.
You need to make recommendations based on your analysis, outlining and evaluating
a number of options and selecting the most appropriate one for implementation. The
emphasis must be on deriving recommendations that provide a form of competitive
advantage. You will be required to use some theoretical models, framework and
theories to underpin your analysis. It is essential that you show some critical
analysis /evaluation in your analysis.
The analysis and recommendations must not be solely descriptive of what the
organisation is actually doing but analytical and proposing what it could and should
do.
The Analysis:
The analysis is vital for you to be able to create a range of strategic options and to
justify a choice for the strategic decision – it is NOT however the report (the report is
the discussion of the options and the justification for the choice)
The analysis should be based on an extensive study of the organisation and should be
fully supported by relevant data. While you will provide a summary of the analysis in
your report, use the appendices to provide more detail and data.
Things to avoid:
• Descriptions of the tools and frameworks. You are not writing a text book and
you will be assessed on your ability to think strategically rather than providing a lit
review. This style of writing will lead to a low grade or failure.
• Inappropriate referencing. Any evidence must be properly referenced within
the text of the main report - Harvard system applies
• Out of date evidence – Organisations moves quickly, so a report that uses old
data is not valid.
• Descriptions of the current situation. This assignment must look at future
potential options.
• Focusing on operational issues. This is a strategy report and should focus on
strategic issues and solutions.
• Management Report format. There are many templates in existence and use
one.
You may not choose companies which feature in the large case studies in textbooks
such as Johnson & Scholes and Grant, or companies used for in-class teaching.
Please confirm your choice of company with your tutor before proceeding. Collecting
and analysis of information can be done in groups but remember this is an individual
assignment and must be presented as such.
All assignments will be subject to Turnit in so it is imperative that the assignments are
written in your own words.