Organisational Development Assignment

BEM3051

University of Exeter

Business School

January 2021

Organisational Development Exam

Module Convenor: Allan Lee

You have 2 weeks to complete and submit this paper from the time of its

release Intended duration of paper: 14 Days

Answer TWO questions

All questions are worth equal marks.

Word count [1000] (+/- 10%) (per question)

Word count does not include citations and references

Due Date:18th January

This is an Open Book exam 

Additional Materials needed: 

None 

With reference to theory, research and organisational examples where appropriate, answer any two of the questions below. All questions are worth equal marks

 

1. “Leaders should try to develop the same quality relationships with all their followers”

Critically discuss this statement

2. Critically evaluate two approaches to understanding job design

3. How can social identity theory help explain effective leadership?

4. Why is the need to belong important? (50%) and how can it be met by organisations?

(50%)

5. What does theory and research related to interpersonal influence and persuasion tell us about leadership?

6. “To motivate employees’ organisations should focus on money.” Critically discuss

this statement with reference to relevant motivation theory.