Organisational Behaviour Case Study on Leadership

ASSESSMENT TASKS
A final mark of 50% or above is required for a pass in this course. We expect you to attempt
all items of assessment.
Assessment 1: Literature Review
Due date: Week 6 (the actual date will be confirmed in class)
Value: 40%
Length: 1500 words + reference list
Format: Double-line spacing, size 12 font single sided, black and white print.
Reference Style: Harvard Business
Submission: Information about the process of submitting your assessment is on the
myRMIT site for this course.
 
Your task is to review the literature relevant to the Course case study: Genocide in Rwanda:
Leadership, ethics and organisational ‘failure’ in a post-colonial context. The case focuses
on the organizational factors that played a role in “failing” to prevent genocide in Rwanda. In
particular, it focuses on the interplay between key leaders and geo-political relations.
A literature review is an examination of the relevant writings in a particular field or topic, not
just a summary of the chapters and articles you have read. You should examine and illustrate the different frameworks of leadership (discussed in detail in Week 3 class)
available to understand the relations between the leadership approaches and contexts
which influenced the particular approaches. In the review, you should also express ideas,
concepts, and arguments in a logical and coherent written form consistent with academic
standards.

The overall purpose of this written assessment is for you to apply a broad and coherent
body of knowledge in a particular context. We will assess you and give feedback on your
ability to review critically, analyse, consolidate, and synthesise knowledge, communicate
skills to present a clear, coherent, and independent exposition.