Assignment:
Building Effective Team
Diversity in Teams
Organizations use different types of teams. Diversity in teams can mean everything from skill sets to ethnicity. Matching the right team structure to the needs of the organization takes understanding of the function of that team structure.
Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400 to 600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation of future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.
Respond to the following:
- Explain at least 3 different types of work teams.
- What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of each one?
- Of the work teams you have chosen, is one type better than the others? Explain why.
Diverse Team
Remaining competitive in a global economy frequently means moving from a national to a transnational organization. Developing teams that cross national boundaries is becoming a strategic business need.
Address the issues associated with having a transnational team with members who reside in multiple countries.
Respond to the following questions: (800 to 1,000 words with a min. 2 scholarly references)
- How would you determine team composition in a multinational team?
- How will you address the diversity of cultures within the team?
- Because the team will operate in a virtual existence, what structure and support will this team need to foster productivity?
- How will you measure the success of the team?
- What are the characteristics you will look for in a leader of this team?