Critical Review: When Faculties Merge-Communicating Change

There is rarely a one-size-fits-all approach to change; although, there are several guidelines that appear universal to the process. Regardless of the approach you chose, always maintain a balanced perspective, which is important as you manage and monitor change.

This exercise is intended to offer you a balanced view to conventional top-down accounts of how senior managers manage change in their organizations.

Begin by accessing the Excelsior College Library to find reliable and scholarly articles related to this assignment to expand upon the key topics. Write and submit a critical review of approximately 250-300 words. Make sure to follow the APA style (6th edition) for writing and include at least one relevant citation for your submission.

Include the following:

•  Examine the differences in change strategies and management between senior management and first-line management.

•  Offer an example of what is considered a balanced approach to change, such as striving for a sense of urgency but also providing guidance and assistance so that employees move gently and confidently through the process.

See the Course Calendar for the due date.

Compose your work using Microsoft Word (or other software as appropriate) and save it frequently to your computer. When you're ready to submit your work, click Browse My Computer and find your file. Once you've located your file click Open and, if successful, the file name will appear under the Attached files heading. Scroll to the bottom of the page, click Submit and you're done. Be sure to check your work and correct any spelling or grammatical errors before you post it.