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For this Interim Assessment, write an essay, using one of the four tools discussed under unit 2.1 (7-S framework).

INTERIM ASSESSMENT: (Unit 3.3 Submission)

This assessment is designed to prepare you for the Final Assessment. Your interim paper should be around 1000 words and will be submitted to the submission box (unit 3.3) for review and feedback from your tutor.  You can use this paper in your final, however make sure you incorporate all the feedback provided by your professors before completing and submitting your final paper.  

INTERIM ASSESSMENT QUESTION (1000 word limit)

For this Interim Assessment, write an essay, using one of the four tools discussed under unit 2.1 (7-S framework).

Please note that this essay should provide analysis of your current employer (organization) using only one tool.  Please provide a short description/introduction of your company, followed by the analysis.  Your recommendation and conclusion should only be based on the 7-S framework.    

This Interim paper will be 1000 words (+ or – 10%).  A Harvard Style reference list is mandatory, with in-text citations.  The Interim Assignment is not graded but you will receive feedback from your professor so that you can make the necessary correction before you submit your final paper for grading.  For your FINAL paper you will incorporate the interim paper with the necessary changes and complete your organizational assessment with additional tools.

FINAL ASSESSMENT

Provide a complete assessment of the company you are currently working for using the assessment tools from this course, which should also have been discussed in your Interim Assessment paper (McKinsey 7-S framework, Balanced Scorecard, SWOT Analysis, PESTLE, etc.). If you were the CEO, what would you change and why? Please provide your recommendations for change, and “Before” and “After” Organizational charts showing the current management structure and how you propose to change it and why.  If you are not working currently, use a past employer. If you work for a multi-national company, use the business unit you are working for to provide this assessment.

This Final Assessment should be written as an essay and be 4500 words (+ or – 10%), and should demonstrate skills of critical reflection, effective communication, and balanced judgement.  Scripts that are excessively long (i.e. exceeding the word limit) will not be considered and you will incur a penalty for going over the word limit; please follow these guidelines when preparing your paper:

a. Do not put your name on the paper.

b. A Harvard Style reference list is mandatory, with in-text citations.

c. All papers are checked for plagiarism – do not copy and paste.

d. Review all instructions provided in the Exam Writing forum, Live Zoom Videos

e. The Induction Forum provides details on academic writing and Harvard referencing.

The overall structure should be as follows:

1. Cover Page (1 page)

2. Table of Contents/List of Exhibits (1 page)

3. Abstract (150 words)

4. Main Body of Work

5. List of References -Harvard style

Submissions should be machine readable and in MS-Word only; submit only one file.

Grading will be based on the following breakdown:

• Use of materials covered in the forum 10%
• Use of external research 10%
• Use of a combination of tools for analysis 30%
• Critical analysis 20%
• Recommendation for change 15%
• Referencing and Editing, Grammar 15%

(note 5%grade allocation for English proficiency)

Example:

Introduction
In today’s fast-evolving business environment, organizations must continually adapt to maintain their competitive edge. One useful tool for examining organisational effectiveness is the McKinsey 7-S Framework. Developed by McKinsey consultants in the late 1970s, this model evaluates seven key elements: Structure, Strategy, Systems, Shared Values, Style, Staff, and Skills. For this assessment, I will focus on the Structure element and analyse its impact on my current organisation. The analysis will provide insights into how the company’s organisational structure aligns with its strategy, goals, and overall success.

Understanding Structure in the 7-S Framework
The term Structure refers to the way an organisation is organised, both in terms of its hierarchy and the way in which different roles and responsibilities are divided. Structure affects how information flows within the organisation, how decisions are made, and how work is coordinated across departments. A well-designed structure ensures efficiency, encourages innovation, and supports the achievement of business objectives. However, an ineffective structure can result in communication breakdowns, inefficiencies, and a lack of coordination.