Considering the current situation, we are changing the summative assessment for this
module to a single item of work. There is now no groupwork, no podcast and you do not
need to include a reflective report mentioned in the previous assessment brief.
Formative Assessment
As preparation for the summative assessment (see below), you should produce a plan
for your report of not more than 450 words. This should include a brief description of:
 The problems in the case study you wish to address.
 The topics which we have covered in class, chosen from the list |(see below)
 The theories you intend to use for your analysis
 Your recommendations.
This formative assessment should be submitted online through the Moodle page.
Summative Assessment
Each student is required to write an individual 2,500 word report on the issues that you
have identified in the case study. You can share the research that you have already done
in your group but each report must be individually written in your own words.
Analysing the case study, you should use three topics, with relevant theories, with one
from each of the three categories listed below, to apply to the problems that you have
chosen from the case study. Your report should conclude by making recommendations
for action.
Your summative assessment report should be submitted online through the Turnitin link
on the Moodle page by 2pm on 8th May, 2020.
Topics
There is no change to the list of topics. Choose one from each category.
1- Category One
 National Culture
 Organisational Culture
2- Category Two
 Leadership
 Communication and Negotiation
 Organisational Structure
 Diversity
3- Category three
 Motivation and HRM
 Ethics and CSR
Think in terms of applying theory to illuminate and deepen your analysis and conclude
with recommendations for realistic, practicable solutions.
How will your work be assessed?
Your work will be assessed by a subject expert who will use the marking grid provided in
this assessment brief. When you access your marked work it is important that you reflect
on the feedback so that you can use it to improve future assignments.
Referencing
Don’t forget that you are making evidence based arguments supported by expert
literature. You MUST use the Harvard System for citations and references. The Harvard
system is very easy to use once you become familiar with it.