Motivation

Order Description

• 1500-2000 word essay based on one of the topics using theory, models, concepts relevant to the topic and at least four references (texts; journal articles; management articles).
• The Harvard referencing system must be used for both in-text citations and reference list
• The essay must have:
– An introduction
– A well organised body with in-text referencing
– A conclusion that brings together all the main points in the body of the essay
– A case study or organisation that you can refer to, from the introduction to the conclusion, to provide examples for your discussion of the management concepts, terms and models in your answer.
– Font Times New Roman, font size 12.
• A model has been provided to give you direction for the requirements above. Please use it to sketch out a plan for your essay. Send the draft to your teacher for comments before you proceed.

Research Essay topics:
1. Define motivation and outline the basic model of motivation. Describe the main needs and expectations managers have to take note of in order to motivate their employees to achieve company goals. In your answer outline:
a. The basic model of motivation
b. Three motivation theories one for each of the three areas – needs, cognitive activities, reward/reinforcement- highlighting strengths and weakness of each
c. Use work-based examples to support discussion of the theories of motivation beginning to end.