Students are requested to choose and select an organisationof their own choice and to use it as a

case study for answering the dynamic changes that havehappenedin the organisation.
Based on the case study selected, identify the organisational change dynamics that have occurred
in the organisation. These change dynamics could be external and/or internal pressures related to
the organisation chosen.
Students are required to evaluate the effectiveness of the changes implemented by the
organisation to improve organisational effectiveness and efficiency. Also consider how well
these changes subscribe to the taught models and theories and to provide a critical review of
these changes and their effectiveness to sustain the competitive advantage of the organisation.
Question 1

(30 marks)

Being able to diagnose change situation in any organisation is important. Consider an open
systems concept in understanding organisational change. Critically examine and assessbusiness
environmental signals that could trigger change in the organisation you have chosen. You may
decide the pertinent and appropriate management approach that you can use for change
management and implementation for the organisation you have chosen.

Question 2

(35 marks)

The concept of an evolutionary cycle of competitive behaviour allows organisations to change

their strategies in response to changes in the competitive behaviour of competitors or rivals in the
industry. Critically discuss and evaluate the evolutionary cycle of competitive behaviour of the
organisation you have chosen in response to the competitive nature of a dynamic business
environment so as to ensure its long-term survival and competitiveness.
Question 3

(35 marks)

Power, politics and conflicts are (ABSOLUTELY) indispensable aspects of organisational

change. Critically discuss these power, politics and conflicts that (persuade (someone) to do
something) prevail in the organisation you have chosen and how these conflicts could bewell
managed and resolved so as to add value to the change process and organisational effectiveness.

Each individual student is responsible for his/her own academic work, research and final
outcome.

1. You are REQUIRED to use proper referencing methods for this assignment
HarvardReferencing System.
2. The assignmentshould be well structured and the use of proper headings for topic
separation is encouraged.
3. The assignment must follow the standard academic format:
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Assessment Guidelines
Grading Criteria
Level 3 modules require that work carried out will incorporate most of the following features:
Fail (Below 50 marks):

The essay will lack the structure, content and use of appropriate terminology that would be
expected from a student able to conduct a disciplined analysis of Managing Change issues; or
make appropriate conclusions following a critical evaluation of a range of theoretical strategic
options.

The essay will not demonstrate ability for independent thought and is therefore unlikely to
contain a recognisable critique of academic literature although it may list some
theories/concepts that might, or might not, apply.

The essay will not balance acad