Task: You are required to write a reflective report covering one or some topics discussed in the first three weeks (The nature of organisations, the nature of management in today’s business...

Task:

You are required to write a reflective report covering one or some topics discussed in the first three weeks (The nature of organisations, the nature of management in today’s business environment, Motivation, Power and politics, Communication in Business, Conflict and negotiation).

As you write, be sure to reflect on why the topic (s) is important and relevant to you. You can reflect on your present or past experience as a manager/team leader or as a worker to enhance your reflection. However, do not refertoo muchto ‘I’ in that your reflection also needs to be supported by theories or ideas from relevant academic journal articles.

As for the conclusion, summarise your overall learning by combining your personal experience, your readings and be sure to articulate what you have really learnt and how you will use the learning in future.

Since this is a reflective report, you do not need to include an Executive Summary.

Simply, provide a short introduction (75 words); followed by discussions on the importance and relevancy of the topic you have chosen, along with theories, personal experience (600 words i.e. 3 to 4 paragraphs); and a conclusion (75-100 words).

Your paper must include in-text references and a reference list.You must adhere to the APA 6^thedition for both in-text citations and reference list.

MGT600_Assessment 1__Reflective Analysis.docx Page 1 of 6 ASSESSMENT 1 BRIEF Subject Code and Title MGT600 Management, People and Teams Assessment Reflective Analysis Individual/Group Individual Length Up to 750 words Learning Outcomes a) Critically assess the key principles and theories underlying strategic people management and explain how their application enhances organisational and individual performance. c) Demonstrate effective communication and practical problem-solving skills to effectively manage people in a range of organisational contexts d) Critically reflect on the roles and functions that managers perform in the context of the challenges and risks they have to address in the changing environment. e) Develop and justify a model of management cognisant of the organisational minutiae to guide future practice. Submission By 11:55pm AEST/AEDT Friday Module 2.1 (week 3) Weighting 15% Total Marks 15 marks Context: Self-awareness creates an opportunity for further development and personal success. This reflective analysis is designed for you to explore the subject’s introductory content and importantly, identify how it relates to your own experiences and how you may use it in the future Instructions: You are required to write a short reflective report covering the content in the first three weeks, that is, all of module one and the first half of module two. More specifically: MGT600_Assessment 1__Reflective Analysis.docx Page 2 of 6  Module 1.1 - The nature of organisations, the role of management and challenges faced  Module 1.2 - Motivation, influence and power and politics and  Module 2.1 - Communication, conflict and negotiation In writing your reflective analysis, you should consider the learning resources provided in the respective modules as well as reading more broadly on the relevant topics. Think carefully about what you are reading and what has been discussed in class or in on- line discussions. Identify the key principles and concepts and be sure you know what they mean, why they are important and how they can be applied. Your reflective analysis write up may take a variety of forms but must be within the word limit and include:  A short introduction.  An analysis of the relevant module topics including their relevance to you and application.  A short conclusion.  Reference list. In reflecting upon the module topics, you should explore questions such as: 1. What is in the content and why is this topic important? 2. How is the topic relevant to you? 3. What has been your past experience in this topical area? 4. What have you learnt from the content so far and how will you use it in the remainder of the subject or in your workplace? The word limit is short, so make use of tables, figures and diagrams as these are not included in your word count. You will be assessed against the learning rubric below and your level of insight and application of knowledge from Modules 1 and 2.1. Referencing: You must recognise all sources of information; including images that you can include in your work. Reference your work according to the APA 6th edition guidelines. Please see more information on referencing here http://library.laureate.net.au/research_skills/referencing http://library.laureate.net.au/research_skills/referencing MGT600_Assessment 1__Reflective Analysis.docx Page 3 of 6 Submission Instructions: Submit your Self-Reflective Analysis in Assessment 1 Reflective Analysis submission link in the Assessment section found in the main navigation menu of the subject Blackboard site. A rubric will be attached to the assessment. The Learning Facilitator will provide feedback via the Grade Centre in the LMS portal. Feedback can be viewed in My Grades. Marking Rubric: Your reports will be marked against the rubric which is show on the next pages. Please ensure that your submission addresses all five of the Assessment Attributes in the rubric. MGT600_Assessment 1__Reflective Analysis.docx Page 4 of 6 Learning Rubric: Assessment 1 Reflective Analysis Assessment Attributes Fail (Unacceptable) 0-49% Pass (Functional) 50-64% Credit (Proficient) 65-74% Distinction (Advanced) 75 -84% High Distinction (Exceptional) 85-100% Knowledge and understanding (technical and theoretical knowledge) Understands theoretical models and concepts Percentage for this criterion 30% Limited understanding of required concepts and knowledge Key components of the assignment are not addressed. Knowledge or understanding of the field or discipline. Resembles a recall or summary of key ideas. Often confuses assertion of personal opinion with information substantiated by evidence from the research/course materials. Thorough knowledge or understanding of the field or discipline/s. Supports personal opinion and information substantiated by evidence from the research/course materials. Demonstrates a capacity to explain relevant concepts. Highly developed understanding of the field or discipline/s. Discriminates between assertion of personal opinion and information substantiated by robust evidence from the research/course materials and extended reading. Well demonstrated capacity to explain and apply relevant concepts. A sophisticated understanding of the field or discipline/s. Systematically and critically discriminates between assertion of personal opinion and information substantiated by robust evidence from the research/course materials and extended reading. Mastery of concepts and application to new situations/further learning. Application of knowledge and reflection to practise Shows a clear understanding of the Limited understanding of the internal and external business environment. Uses a limited range of information as the basis Understands the internal and external business environment including commercial context and market forces. Accesses relevant information. Understands the impact of financial, social, political, environmental issues on the business. Understands the business. information. Evaluates the impact of financial, social, political, environmental issues on the business; and where relevant, as they relate to different countries where the business may operate. Demonstrates cultural sensitivity. Analyses the impact of financial, social, political, environmental issues on the business; and where relevant, as they relate to MGT600_Assessment 1__Reflective Analysis.docx Page 5 of 6 practical application and implications of key concepts and principles Percentage for this criterion 30% of recommended practice. Does not reflect upon own professional identity and professional practice/responsibility Adequately utilises information from a variety of sources. Reflects on own professional identity and in relation to organisational influences and considers impact on professional practice. Reflects on own professional identity in relation to organisation influences and impact on professional practice, modifies behaviour when necessary in reflexive act. Understands the business and its risks. Can prepare and presents business cases/proposals. Reflects and evaluates own professional identity in relation to organisational influences and how this impacts on professional practice and professional responsibility holistically. Reflects and, modifies behaviour when necessary in reflexive manner and further reflects on professional identity. different countries where the business may operate. Holistic understanding of business and its risks. Assesses the impact of information and communication systems on the operations of the business. Critically Reflects and analyses own professional identity in relation to organisation influences and ethos. Considers how this impacts on professional practice and professional responsibility with a willingness to adapt and grow. Modifies behaviour when necessary in reflexive manner and further reflects on professional identity. MGT600_Assessment 1__Reflective Analysis.docx