write a 3–5 page paper (excluding title and reference pages) demonstrating that “You have tied the pieces together and defined power relationships” (Milestone #3) in your organization design. Include the following:

GM543 Unit 3 = Milestone 3 Focus Paper

Grading Criteria Points Possible

Content, focus, use of research, organization

 Response successfully answers the Assignment question(s); thoroughly uses the text and other literature. Includes a strong thesis statement, introduction, and conclusion. The main points of the paper are developed clearly. All arguments are supported well (no errors in logic) using outside sources as assigned.

 Sources are primarily academic journals, with thoughtful use web sources. References are applied substantively to the paper topic. Skillfully addresses counter-arguments and does not ignore data contradicting its claim. Refers to sources both in-text and in the reference page.

40 points (50%)

Transition from the Unit 2 Focus Paper by using a 1–2 paragraph summary of your

recommendations for the best grouping option as your Introduction for this paper. 5

Identification of the operating model (integrated, divisional, hybrid, or holding company) for

your selected organization. 10

Application of the four governance levers (beliefs, diagnostics, networks, and boundaries) to

channel resources to achieve the business strategy. 10

Conclusion should briefly summarize the primary points of the paper and recommend a call

to action. 5

Integration of appropriate outside resources – including in-text citations throughout with a

corresponding item on reference list. A minimum of three resources required. At least one

resource must be from a peer reviewed (scholarly) journal.

10

Analysis and critical thinking

 Response exhibits strong higher-order critical thinking and analysis (e.g., evaluation). Paper shows original thought.

 Analysis includes proper classifications, explanations, comparisons, and inferences.  Critical thinking includes appropriate judgments, conclusions, and assessment

based on evaluation and synthesis of information.

24 points (30%)

Analysis of the decision rights among key roles. 12

Recommendations for function support work around value-adding roles and how these

recommendations will help the organization to be center-led versus centralized. 12

Writing style, grammar, APA format

 Appropriate to the Assignment, fresh (interesting to read), accurate, (no far-fetched, unsupported comments), precise (say what you mean), and concise (not wordy).

 Grammatical skills are strong with typically less than one error per page. Project is free of serious errors; grammar, punctuation, and spelling help to clarify the meaning by following accepted conventions.

 Project is in 12-point font. Narrative sections are double-spaced. Correct use of APA for citations and references. Title page present and accurate.

16 points (20%)

Writing style 5

Grammar and mechanics – including section headings: 6

Introduction

Operating Model

Governance Levers

Decision Rights

Recommendations for Center-Led

Conclusion

Formatting and use of APA 5

Total 80 points