IIMK PGPBL | 2021 | BLCG Course | Group Submissions | @RamKakani

GROUP ASSIGNMENT # 2

Each group student will prepare and upload the submission before the deadline day in virtual
classroom (Moodle). If you have any doubts, then you can write to OR call Shri Akhilesh K P for
clarifications.

I expect you to submit the following: Refer to all the Session 2 readings and apply on the case “The
Himalayan Challenge: Scale or Fail” and submit based on your group using below table by 10-10-2021.

 Case Questions
1. As Dilip, what could you have done to better grasp the level of challenge in the situation in
advance?
2. How could Dilip have handled the different levels of stress as experienced by his team mates
at different stages?
3. Should Dilip have involved others in decision-making?
4. At what stages should Dilip have influenced the group to change its decision and go for a
tougher option?
5. As a team member, what are your responsibilities? If you disagreed with what was going on,
what could you have done?

Group # Reflect and Submit ↓ (for all the students)

Respond to Questions ↓
↓
1, 8 Case Questions 1 and 2 +
2, 9 Case Questions 2 and 3 Summary of the within group discussion you had
3, 10 Case Questions 3 and 4 in the classroom
4, 11 Case Questions 4 and 5 +
5, 12 Case Questions 1 and 5 Do you agree/disagree with the note of
6, 13 Case Questions 2 and 4 Challeff/Kotter (only one of them). Discuss within
7, 14 Case Questions 3 and 5 100 words.

Some Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

1. We have lot of other work. How can we spare time for this?
Get your priorities of life on track. And believe me, in life there are no free lunches … at least not in
this Janma (personal experience!). To learn … some effort is needed. And, remember … life is not
fair.
In the worst case – give a try to some questions – I am confident you will be able to do in a few of
them. Trust me, even I would struggle to do all correct in the first go.

Practical responses (that are not internet-based) reflecting group’s own understanding in their own
language will be deeply appreciated. Plagiarism will be harshly dealt with.

Wish You Happy & Safe Learning!

Ram

As a team member, what are your responsibilities? If you disagreed with what was going on,
what could you have done?
IIMK PGPBL | 2021 | BLCG Course | Group Submissions | @RamKakani

As a team member, my responsibilities are to be collaborative, follow the deadlines, adhere to the
rules and regulations set by the leadership, and be assertive for the things that might take the whole
objective to work in a team haywire.
We found three instances where a team member's role was vital. For example, if we were in the fast
trekker's group then being vigilant and responsible team members, we should have stopped the group
from moving ahead without consulting Dilip. When one of the probationer officers was sobbing and
blaming Dilip for being a supportive and empathetic team member, we would have calmed and
boosted his morale. It is essential to understand that if one team member's morale goes down, it may
have a spillover effect on other team members. It is imperative under such harsh conditions to stay
united by supporting each other.
Several stops to enjoy the scenic beauty sounds being irresponsible as a team member. We could
have highlighted the invincible consequences the whole group must face if the track does not start on
time. This would have sensitized everyone in the group that we all have come for an objective, and
time plays a crucial role.