Select two of the four perspectives and discuss how they provide different insights into the relations between technology, organisations, management and employees.

Aims of the assignment

The aims of this assignment are for you to:

1. Develop your understanding of the nature of the key organisation perspectives and their related theories;

2. Demonstrate an understanding of the key perspectives and the meta-theoretical assumptions that underpin each;

3. Develop research skills and the ability to assess the strengths and weaknesses of various debates and arguments;

4. Gain skills in the written presentation of an argument, including the ways in which scholars incorporate and acknowledge the ideas of other writers.

Criteria for assessment

For this assignment your essay will be assessed on the extent to which it demonstrates:

1. Your ability to present a clear, compelling, well-presented and properly referenced argument.

2. Your ability to respond directly to the key issues raised by the question.

3. Your ability to engage with the work of other authors and extract relevant detail and explanation.

4. Your ability to assess the arguments and debates of and between other authors and incorporate them into your response.