Management concepts

Name

Concept

Summarize (50-75 words per response)

Cite

Question

Apply (50-75 words per response)

Definition of management

How can you apply the definition of management to better perform in your job?

The functions of management

How can you apply the functions of management to be more efficient and effective in integrating your MBA pursuit with work and family?

Differences among the four levels of management [hint: pyramid]?

Where are you on the management pyramid? What is your strategy for advancing up the pyramid while pursuing your MBA?

Skills exceptional managers need

Considering the skills exceptional managers need, what are your strengths and weaknesses? How will you cultivate those skills at school and work?

Roles that managers must play

Considering the three types of managerial roles defined by Mintzberg, what actions should you take to fulfill your role as an effective and efficient manager?

Difference between a fixed mind-set and a growth-mindset

Do you have a fixed mind-set or a growth mind-set? How will developing and strengthening a growth mind-set help you to become more successful at school, work, and family?

Management theory (Identify three)

What management theory most aligns with your preferred management style? How might shifting your preferences make you a better manager?

Content = 80%

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CONTENT COMMENTS

Defined key concepts in management, including: Definition of management; The functions of management; Differences among the four levels of management [hint: pyramid]; Skills exceptional managers need; Roles that managers must play; Difference between a fixed mind-set and a growth-mindset; Management theory.

Definitions represented your learning by properly paraphrasing quoting, and citing sources; you did not copy and paste the definitions into the table.

Tapped learning value for tuition investment, established credibility, and enhanced integrity by supporting definitions with research from the required materials, with proper citations. BONUS: Used the Word References feature to Manage Resources and Insert Citations.

Applied each concept for success in MBA program and career by providing a brief response to each question in the “Apply” column of the worksheet.

Applied and cited the required resources, including the “Management: A practical introduction” textbook and the “Management styles explained” video.

Provided a References Cited Page using APA formatted references. BONUS: Used the Word References feature to Manage Resources and build References.

CONTENT SCORE: X/8

Writing = 20%

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WRITING COMMENTS

Sentences are complete, clear, and concise.

Follows rules of grammar and usage, including correct spelling, and punctuation.

Properly cites and references sources using APA format. BONUS: Automated attribution by using the Word References feature to Manage Sources, Insert Citation, and Build your References Cited page.

WITING SCORE: X/2