2500 words + ppt

Task 1.1: Group Assignment (Theme 2) Assessment type: Video and/or audio presentation

Duration:

• Group Presentation: 25 minutes • Individual Report: 2500 words

Group Size: 2-3 students

Objectives

1. Analyze and Evaluate: Critically analyze and evaluate the management practices and performance of a selected large corporation.

2. Research and Data Gathering: Collect and interpret information from reliable sources to support your findings.

3. Align with Sustainability Goals: Examine the corporation’s management strategies in light of the UN’s Global Sustainability Goals (SDGs) 2030 and propose strategic realignment.

4. Collaborative Contribution: Document and communicate each group member’s contributions to the assessment.

Structure of the Assessment

1. Group Presentation (25 minutes)

A. Presentation Components (Total: 25 minutes)

1. Introduction o Brief introduction of the selected corporation. o Outline the objectives of the presentation.

2. Management Practices Analysis o Describe the current management practices of the corporation. o Identify and analyze key management strategies used by the corporation. o Discuss any relevant performance metrics and data.

3. Performance Evaluation o Assess the performance of the corporation based on qualitative and

quantitative data. o Compare performance with industry standards or competitors. o Highlight strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT

analysis). 4. Sustainability Alignment

o Discuss the relevance of the UN’s Global Sustainability Goals (SDGs) 2030 to the corporation.

o Identify specific PLCs (Product Life Cycles) that require strategic realignment.

o Justify the necessity for changes in management practices to meet these goals.

5. Conclusions and Recommendations o Summarize key findings. o Present actionable recommendations for management and sustainability

alignment. 6. Q&A Session

o Open the floor for questions from the audience.

2. Individual Report (2500 Words)

A. Report Structure (Total: 2500 words)

1. Title Page o Title of the report. o Names of group members. o Date of submission.

2. Executive Summary (200 words) o A concise summary of the report’s main findings, recommendations, and

conclusions. 3. Introduction (300 words)

o Background of the selected corporation. o Purpose and scope of the report. o Brief overview of the structure of the report.

4. Analysis of Management Practices (600 words) o Detailed examination of current management practices. o Discussion of key management strategies, including leadership, decision-

making processes, and organizational structure. o Use of data and evidence from reliable sources to support the analysis.

5. Performance Evaluation (600 words) o In-depth evaluation of the corporation’s performance metrics (financial and

non-financial). o Comparison with industry benchmarks and competitors. o SWOT analysis highlighting strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and

threats. 6. Sustainability Alignment (500 words)

o Analysis of how the corporation aligns with the UN’s Global Sustainability Goals (SDGs) 2030.

o Identification of specific PLCs needing strategic realignment. o Justification for changes needed to improve sustainability practices.

7. Conclusions and Recommendations (300 words) o Summary of key findings from the analysis. o Practical recommendations for enhancing management practices and

aligning with sustainability goals. 8. Contributions from Group Members (100 words)

o Brief note on the contributions of each member to the overall project. 9. References

o List all sources used in APA or MLA format, ensuring reliable and credible sources are cited.

Learning Outcomes

• LO1: Identify, reflect on, and evaluate their own strengths, abilities, and

performance, and the impact of these factors in relation to their future management

style, employability, and career.

• LO2: Critically evaluate and re-design the internal management and performance of

large corporations to contribute to external long-term global sustainable goals.

Assessment Criteria

1. Content Quality (40%) o Depth of analysis and evaluation of management practices and performance. o Relevance and integration of sustainability goals.

2. Research and Data Use (30%) o Use of reliable and relevant sources to support findings. o Quality and appropriateness of data presented.

3. Presentation Skills (20%) o Clarity, coherence, and organization of the group presentation. o Ability to engage the audience and respond to questions.

4. Report Structure and Writing Quality (10%) o Clarity, coherence, and academic rigor of the individual report. o Adherence to formatting and citation guidelines.

Submission Guidelines

• Presentation: All groups to present/submit ppt slides on the scheduled date (s). • Report: Submit the individual report by the deadline, ensuring that it adheres to the

word count and formatting guidelines.

This assessment framework provides a comprehensive guide for students to follow, ensuring they cover all necessary aspects of the assignment. It encourages collaboration while allowing for individual expression and critical evaluation of the selected corporation’s practices.