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Read the two organisational case studies attached and provide a critical comparative analysis of them in academic report format. You should consider how the two organisations differ in the way they operate and in the way they are managed. In particular, you should focus on the following areas:

Organisational design and structure Teams and teamworking Approach to leadership and management Organisational culture

Your analysis must be supported by relevant theories and concepts that have been covered in the module and you must demonstrate that you have read widely around the subject area and used this reading to support the arguments you are making. Do not rely solely on the key text but use a range of academic texts and journal articles. Refer to the reading list in your module guide for further guidance. It is essential that you use the Harvard Referencing System and it is recommended that you download the Universitys Guide to the Harvard Referencing System from the library website. Assessment weighting for written assignment The following assessment weighting is provided for guidance: Introduction 10% Analysis of issues including use of the literature to support arguments 60% Conclusion and recommendations 20% Presentation and structure of the report including written expression and referencing 10%

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Assignment 2 1. What is personality? And what relevance has this concept to understanding behaviour in the workplace?

2. Learning is the process of acquiring knowledge through experience which leads to an enduring change in behaviour. Explain this statement, showing how it relates to a learning theory that you have studied on this module and to your own approach to learning.

3. One way to understand different motivation theories is to interview your peers on what is important to them when choosing a job. Form a diverse study group, and discuss the following: How important is pay in choosing a job when you graduate? Is personal autonomy important in your work motivation? Explain your findings and discuss them in relation to appropriate motivation theory.

4. Choose FOUR barriers to communication and suggest, as a manager, how you might overcome such barriers.

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