The challenges of my first job at asacura international

The challenges of my first job at asacura international Objectives This assessment item relates to the course learning outcomes numbers 1 to 5 as stated in the Course Profile. The Executive Summary, Lists of Contents and References are not included in the required word length. Required This assessment is based on Case Study 6 on page 414 of your textbook, McShane et al, The Challenges of My First Job at Asacura International.   We are looking for you to research the management literature to help Julie deal with Harry’s behaviour and learn how to make an impact in her team…while keeping her job. There is no right or wrong answer to this assignment, but, instead, the purpose of this assessment is: 1.    To ensure that you have the research and referencing skills to succeed in your postgraduate assessment works. 2.    To provide you with the opportunity to critically analyse issues that impact on effective management.  (Remember, one of the strengths of organisational behaviour is that it helps your ability to thinking about topics scientifically, and build up a case based on evidence rather than personal opinion.) 3.    To enhance your ability to develop solutions to problems drawing upon the research literature. Details (please read carefully) Using the following two (2) steps, outlined below, prepare a short report that addresses the issues raised in the case study, and provide a recommendation. Do not answer the case study questions individually. Use them as a guide. Your analysis should extend beyond the guide questions when analysing the case facts and preparing your report. Reports that are presented using a simple question and answer format will not earn high marks. Step 1 Select a minimum of ten (10) peer reviewed journal articles dealing with topics or issues raised in the case study. Conduct your search using the electronic databases at CQU Library. (For assistance in accessing such papers, students should access the CQU Library's “Compass Tutorial” site http://www.library.cqu.edu.au/finding/compass/main/index.htm) or alternatively, use Google Scholar directly (to find Google Scholar, Google “Google Scholar”). Step 2 Prepare a report in short format and follow the instructions outlined in the sections below. Use headings and sub-headings as appropriate. Your report must include in-text referencing and a correctly-cited list of all references used in the report and ordered alphabetically by surname of first author, in accordance with the Harvard style of referencing (AGPSM) as referred to in the Faculty Guide for students.  I would encourage you to learn to use Endnote or another form of electronic software program such as Mendeley to do your referencing.  Learn now, and it will help you throughout your studies…in fact every hour you spend learning it will save you many hours later. The body of your report can be structured in three (3) sections. In Section 1 of your report, begin with your introduction. You should then summarise in your own words the main points of each paper selected. For example, ask yourself questions such as: •    does the paper review studies or describe a study that is relevant to the case? •    does it offer any framework for helping us understand the motivations and emotions of the workforce and the values and attitudes of management? •    how does the paper help us to analyse the case and develop solutions to the problem? (approx 400 words) In the next part of your report, you should include discussion and analysis of the case. You should draw upon the journal articles, papers and other support references to analyse the problems that you have found in the case study, and link theories to practice. (This is your analysis section of the paper: Who-What-Where-When-Why.) You should refer to the Assessment criteria matrix for additional guidance) (approx 1300 words) In the third section of your report, develop a range of options and propose a recommendation for overcoming the problems identified in your analysis. Your options should be supported by articles you have  reviewed, but you may also cite other relevant articles and books. This section should finish with your conclusion                 (1200 words). Further details on Report writing and structure can also be found in the Faculty’s Guide for Students. Guidelines It is suggested that you critically analyse the information rather than jump to conclusions when preparing your report. When reviewing your assignment before submission, you should refer to the Assessment criteria matrix as a check on how well the report has been prepared. The better quality reports will have used more than just the ten (10) required articles. Note that submission is a three-stage process of (i) uploading the file(s) (ii) saving the file(s) and then (iii) submitting the saved file(s) for marking. Please use the 'Upload files' button below to select and upload your file(s) for this assessment. You must then click the 'Save changes' button after you’ve uploaded the file(s) to ensure they are added to your draft submission. Note that, once uploaded and saved, all compatible files will be sent to Turnitin.com for originality checking. If you wait for half an hour or so after uploading your draft submission, you can return and check the Turnitin similarity report for your uploaded file(s) to see whether you want to submit them for marking, or whether you want to delete the file(s), revise and resubmit. Please note, when viewing any feedback files for your submission, it is strongly recommended you use appropriate/compatible software applications which correctly open the type of file provided. This will ensure feedback content is displayed as intended. Some further notes on preparing a report on a Case Study In addition to the correct format of your report there are content issues you need to consider. It is useful to read through the case a couple of times and get a feel as to what you will need to find before you go searching for articles.  There is an old saying that if you have one day to chop down a tree, spend most of the day sharpening the axe first. There is no “right or wrong” answer here. The marks to be gained will rise or fall based on the decision (recommendation) you make, as in the real world, and the quality of your ‘reasoned’ argument. Always ask yourself “why” when you make a statement. Do you have supportive literature for reasoned argument?  You do need to summarise the articles for support in your report, using the content, findings and conclusions. Therefore it is important that the articles are used in the detailed analysis, and argument in development of alternatives.  Don’t just list the arguments:  try to synthesise (that means, compare and contrast between the articles…  Author X says this, which Author Y agrees with, but Author Z suggests that this approach is flawed because of…   Remember, it is important for academic work that you assemble arguments based on evidence, not gut feel or past experience. The ‘knowledge & understanding, as well as “research skills” can be satisfied by finding arguments (through the literature) for and against, the issues that are raised within the facts of the case. That is, how well you critically analyze the facts and refer to theories, models and concepts. It will also have a bearing on how well the recommendation/s put forward will have the predictive likelihood of success. A Seven Step Approach to Case Study Analysis Remember in all of this it is important that you give EVIDENCE (from published studies in scholarly journals) to show that your choices are based on something other than opinion.  If you believe that a particular study is flawed, that’s great…tell us how…and find an alternative article as well that deals with this flaw, if at all possible. 1.    Understand the situation Firstly, you need to become familiar with the information. This means taking the time to read the case a couple of times to get a ‘feel’ for what the case is about.  Not all of the information is valid or relevant. You should organise the information and facts into an order and structure so that you can understand and evaluate. 2.    Diagnose problem areas A problem can be defined as the difference between what is a situation or state (communication breakdown), and what we would like the situation to be. In this step you will be trying to identify what the differences are in the case itself. These can be considered in a context of ‘cause and effect’ relationship. Sometimes the problems you identify are symptoms of what the fundamental problem really is. These will emerge as you ask yourself “why” or “what” is the “cause”. This process will give you the opportunity to clarify or unravel the relationship and get to the real causes. If you state the problems as precisely as you can you will clarify the relationships and be able to identify the problems and then prioritise them in order of importance. 3.    Generate alternative solutions From your diagnosis of the problem/s you now need to generate solutions to the problems. This requires some creativity and you need to be clear in your mind just how these alternatives can be introduced and applied. Major strategic problems would be your first priority. 4.    Predict outcomes This stage requires critical thought on what would occur if a particular solution was to be applied. You may find that when you consider a solution it will then create another problem that will also have to be solved. Consequently you should be aware of the potential risk of your proposed outcomes. Not all of the outcomes will have the same probability and be sure that you predict most of the possible important outcomes. 5.    Evaluate the alternatives Now that you have generated a number of alternative solutions they have to be evaluated. This will require you to list the costs and benefits (pros and cons) for each alternative. You may choose to use quantitative or qualitative options for direct comparisons. And on a rational basis make your decision. 6.    Round out your analysis This step forms the nexus between your analysis of the case and communicating the results to the reader (step 7). This step requires you to revisit steps 4 and 5, in an iterative process and should also involve some contingency planning. It will help to add some breadth and depth to your final solution. 7.    Communicate the results This is the most important phase of your case study approach. All of the planning, structured thought and analysis will come to nought if you cannot convey to the reader the strength of argument for your choice of solution/s. Simply advising the reader that you think a solution is viable will not convince him/her unless you have documented your process and explained it clearly throughout the case study. Skills Developed by the Case Study Method The following skills can be developed by using case studies analysis as a learning tool. Knowledge: Not only does the case study provide you with information and direction, you can also create your own knowledge, through building frameworks, maps and general models that you can draw upon n the future. Analysis: Data in case studies does not become information until they have meaning and relevance. You learn to classify, organise, and evaluate information and learn to recognise when vital information is missing and how you may find it. In doing so you practise logical thinking, you learn what works and what doesn’t and learn to develop your own best practice techniques. Application: You gain the practice of applying concepts, techniques, and principles. You learn to judge when and where the appropriate tools, models and techniques are best applied. Creativity: This skill is vital to good quality casework. This is particularly useful when you are generating alternative solutions that you have identified through your logical analysis. Creativity is vital to good case work and comes from lateral thinking. Decision Making: Case studies are action oriented. You must make choices and do something. It is concerned with judgement and skilled reasoning. You also need to  be aware of the cognitive and emotional processes that will sometimes influence the  analysis and creativity. Communication: With case studies comes the need to choose the most appropriate mode for communication. You can learn to present orally, use visual aids (OHT and/or PowerPoint) or in lots of cases use prose.   A useful outcome from this exercise is an increase in overall self confidence. Social: Discussion of cases in work groups can improve your social skills. You can gain a better understanding of various individuals and you can learn to communicate in an open forum, empathize, support and argue points. Self Analysis:  Generally a number of complex issues can arise when making decisions. Most inter and intra personal conflicts occur because of conflicting values of the individual/s. Ethical and moral issues will impinge on your choice in decision making, and you are usually forced to confront some of your choices and what actually influences your own individual behaviour. PLACE THIS ORDER OR A SIMILAR ORDER WITH US TODAY AND GET AN AMAZING DISCOUNT :)