The essay must conform to essay writing format
You must have an introduction paragraph and the body paragraphs put into a coherent argument using your own words. Remember to support your arguments with relevant theories where necessary as well as suitable examples wherever appropriate.
A conclusion is also necessary in an essay which must flow from your analysis.
Reference appropriately using the Harvard referencing style.
Sources of information
For this essay, you are advised to look for at least 12 relevant academic literatures which must be referenced accordingly.
Identify an organisation you are familiar with and outline its organisational goals. Using relevant theories, explain how this organisation's structure, design, culture and leadership help it function effectively to achieve these goals.On successful completion of this module you will be able to:
1. Understand why organisations exist
2. Describe theories of organisational structure and design
3. Analyse some of the factors that influence how organisations function
4. Analyse some of the basic concepts in the understanding of business organisations
Programme Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module you will have worked towards the following programme outcomes:
1. Knowledge and understanding of organisations and their management
2. Understanding the changing environment of businesses
3. Understanding of the internal aspects, functions, and processes of organisations
4. Knowledge of the individual and corporate behaviours and cultures within the organisation
5. Understanding the external environment and political, economic, socio-cultural, technological, environmental, and legal factors affecting the organisation.
6. Understanding of markets, and their development and operation for resources, goods and services
7. Understanding of the sources, uses and management of finance; and the use of accounting for managerial decisions
8. Understanding of the management of resources and operations
9. Knowledge of information and communications technology, and their application in business and management
10. Understanding of contemporary and pervasive issues such as ethics, the environment, corporate social responsibility, and globalisation.
You are to produce an essay plan for the assessment tasks given above.