- Based on the RL Wolf case study and drawing on theories and
concepts from across the module, provide a report with
recommendations on the human capital related considerations of
growth within the organisation?
In particular:
i. The benefits and drawbacks of self-directed teams and the
role that training and development may play in the
transition. (Objectives 1 and 5)
ii. The contribution, motivation, rewards and roles of
individuals within these teams and the challenges here with
considerations of the modern work force. (Objectives 1 and
3)
iii. Recruitment of management and leadership relating to
teams considering the global sourcing strategies of
organisations today. (Objectives 1, 2 and 4)
iv. The impact of organisational structures, goals and
objectives on the performance of teams. (Objective 1)
v. The role that outsourcing may play in both addressing
current challenges in the organisation as well as furthering
the businesses growth objectives. (Objectives 2, 3 and 5)
Guidelines Please read all questions and information provided carefully. Answer should
be made in appropriate length keeping in view the requirement of each
question and total word counts allowed.
In addition, your assignment should demonstrate the following qualities:
A critical appreciation of relevant literature and its use to support argument,
substantiate calculations and other aspects of the assignment.
Taking ownership of the content, being prepared to debate and argue a
personal position, and providing evidence of evaluative skills. A submission
made up of extracts from published sources which is descriptive or simply
just theoretical regurgitation is not acceptable. Your submission must have
interpretation and consideration of the challenges and issues of taking
theory into practice.
Logical flow of ideas and treatment; appropriate selection of real world
factors related to the companies under scrutiny.
Evidence of additional personal research, and the ability to analyse material
from a variety of appropriate relevant perspectives.
Presentation, structure, appropriateness of methodology, breaking into
section headings/subheadings, tidiness.
Marks will be awarded for proper referencing and originality of work. Also
note that plagiarism is a serious offence and your submission will be
electronically checked.
Your report must be handed in electronically no later than given date of
submission.
Recommended structure of the report:
Executive summary
Page Index
Introduction
Case background
Key findings
Recommendations
Conclusion
Reference Guide
Appendices
