Assignment 1

Imagine you’ve been promoted to a management position and you are tasked with developing your new team. In this assignment you will create a writeup that depicts the different elements that need to be addressed as you assemble your team.

Write a 3 page paper in which you:

1. Explain how you could create a diverse team of employees with different strengths. Use scenarios to convey your idea.

2. Discuss methods you would adopt to improve team dynamics and employee behaviors.

3. Describe two (2) management techniques you would implement to ensure that your new team aligns to your company’s mission.

4. Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

· Explain the principal theories of leadership and motivation, and describe the fundamental considerations in managing and motivating individual and group behavior.

· Analyze the role of the HRM function, and its importance to the management of employee and labor relations.

· Explain the decision-making process management uses to develop viable courses of action to a variety of management situations.

· Explain the multiple aspects of the managerial planning process and the application of various business- and corporate-level strategies.

· Describe control systems that can improve a firm’s operations and facilitate change.

· Use technology and information resources to research issues in management concepts.

· Write clearly and concisely about management concepts using proper writing mechanics.

Assignment 2

Imagine you are working with a partner to plan and host a workshop on leadership. There will be 100 people attending. Within this assignment you will be creating a document that discusses the main components of leadership and corporate culture.

Write a 3 page paper in which you:

1. Address a key leadership trait that can assist in managing conflict.

2. Discuss a tool or strategy a leader can adopt for improving communication within the organization.

3. Describe some methods for motivating employees and improving behaviors within the workplace.

4. Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

· Describe the primary functions of management (planning, organizing, leading, controlling) and the associated skills, tools, and theoretical approaches that can be used to accomplish these functions.

· Explain the principal theories of leadership and motivation, and describe the fundamental considerations in managing and motivating individual and group behavior.

· Describe actions to improve communications, manage conflict, develop strong organizational culture, and improve the ethical behavior in organizations.

· Use technology and information resources to research issues in management concepts.

· Write clearly and concisely about management concepts using proper writing mechanics.

Assignment 3

Imagine you are creating a new and innovative technology company. In this assignment, consider the culture, management, and leadership of your organization. Remember that your company should be a place that people want to work.

Write a 3 page paper in which you:

1. Describe the characteristics of the people you would want working at your company, in relation to the culture you are trying to cultivate.

2. Identify two (2) leadership qualities you would look for in employees. What does their background and previous experience look like?

3. Discuss your company’s organizational culture. What are the ways you can help ensure that the company’s culture fosters creativity and innovation among employees?

4. Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

· Explain the principal theories and the various approaches to management that have evolved over time and their application to current management situations.

· Assess how various leadership styles fit cultural differences and effectively operate in global markets.

· Describe control systems that can improve a firm’s operations and facilitate change.

· Use technology and information resources to research issues in management concepts.

· Write clearly and concisely about management concepts using proper writing mechanics.