INSTRUCTIONS:
a. Your response must not exceed 1500 words excluding bibliography, index and cover page. Edit your paper for grammar and sentence structure before submission. Font size and style is not relevant. Do not exceed 1,500 words; scripts that are excessively long (i.e. exceeding the limit by more than 10%) will not be read beyond the point of the word limit. The word limit applies to the main response only, and excludes headings or exhibits and bibliography.
b. This assignment will be submitted to the submission box titles "MIDTERM ASSESSMENT" be graded. The resultant grade will account for 30% of the class grade.
c. Your response should demonstrate skills of critical reflection, effective communication and balanced judgement along with application of theories and reading materials discussed in Unit 1,2 & 3.
d. The due date for the Midterm submission is noted on the forum. Please make sure you submit on time. The university penalises late submission severely, as explained in the handbook, and therefore if students are considering requesting a late submission date or extenuating circumstances this should be done before the due date. Due to unpredictable internet service, you are advised to upload your paper several hours before the deadline. Do NOT email it to your professor or post it to the forum.
e. Clarity is important; while we do not expect perfect English, you must proof read your work to eliminate confusing passages and major errors. Any data in your answer should be clearly laid out in tabular format so that your approach and answer are both plainly evident.
f. Submissions should be in MS-Word format only. Submit only one file covering both parts of the assignment, and include any Excel analysis as images, not embedded files. Do not put your name on the paper".
g. Plagiarism: Finally, and most importantly, this work must be your own, and should not be based on input from others, either given verbally or in written form. RKC submits all submissions to electronic databases to identify plagiarised submissions, and the university will take severe action against any candidates who are subsequently found to have plagiarised work, which could include an inability to complete the programme. Note carefully that you may consult academic texts or other sources on theoretical aspects, but if you copy any text from any external sources you must correctly reference the source in the text (using Harvard or Oxford formats), and clearly identify any copied text by means of italics or inverted commas.
This includes text written by you. Task: The PAPER must not exceed 1500 words. Plus/Minus 10% Midterm Assessment Questions: Task: The Midterm Assessment will be due during the 6th week of the course.
MIDTERM QUESTIONS: Q1. Understanding Human Behavior is critical to organizations - discuss the benefits of self evaluation/self assessment as it relates to leaders today.
Q2. Prejudice can be hurtful and destructive - discuss how you can personally reduce prejudice in your workplace - please provide an example. Pedagogical aim and expectations: MBA level paper requires external research supported by in text references and a bibiography.