Organizational Research and Theory

Unit I Case Study

Read the article titled "Hiring the Very Best," by Tracy Mullin(2005).

Based on the article, consider the approaches to organizational design. Analyze the effects and applications of the various organizational structures and levels of authority. Given the benefits and motivations mentioned in the article, share an analysis of the referenced company's impact on employee motivation, morale, and organizational culture.

Your response should be twopages in length, not including the title page or reference page. You are required to cite at least one article (not including the referenced case study article). All sources used must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying in-text citations in the proper APA format.

References

Mullin, T. (2005). Hiring the Very Best. Chain Store Age, 81(10), 34.

Unit II Case Study

Read the article titled "How Barbie Lost her Groove," by Nash and Duvall (2005).

Compose a persuasive response that includes the following elements:

• Explain why Mattel's managers were able to slowly change decision making over time and what kinds of cognitive errors contributed.

• Explain and comment on any factors related to organizational culture and innovation within Mattel's setting that might have influenced the company to move in a more positive direction.

Your response should be two pages in length, not including the title page or reference page. You are required to cite at least one article (not including the referenced case study article). All sources used must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying in-text citations in the proper APA format.

References

Nash, K. S., & Duvall, M. (2005). How Barbie Lost her Groove. Baseline, (47), 36-52.

Unit IV Essay

Identify the major stakeholders in yourorganization (or one with which you are familiar). Analyze the top-management structure, investigate and enumerate the code of ethics (written or not written), and explain the ethical stance of all stakeholders involved in the organization. Identify the relationship among any reward systems and organizational goals and what positive or negative effect there is on employee productivity. Cite concepts and ideas from the unit readings to compliment your work.

Formatyour essay consistent with APA guideline,and use at least one scholarly source. Your essay should be twopages in length, not including the title page or reference page. All sources used must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying in-text citations in the proper APA format.

Unit V Essay

Al-Haddad &Kotnour (2015)describes the change models of Kotter and Lewin. In an essay, compare and contrast thesechange models or any other early research that focuses on individual behaviors and resistance to change.

1. Explain each step of the change model.

2. Compare and contrast each model of change.

3. Explain the impact of each model on implementing change and resistance to change

Your response should be three pages in length, not including the title page or reference page. You are required to cite at least one article (not including the referenced case study article). All sources used must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying in-text citations in the proper APA format.

Reference

Al-Haddad, S., &Kotnour, T. (2015). Integrating the organizational change literature: A model for successful change. Journal of Organizational Change Management, 28(2), 234. Retrieved from https://libraryresources.columbiasouthern.edu/login?url=http://search.proquest.com.libraryresources.columbiasouthern.edu/docview/1671991084?accountid=33337

Unit VI PowerPoint Presentation

In aPowerPoint presentation(approximately 10 slides), explainwhy organizational structures differ. Define and provide an example of the four reasons why structures differ, which are as follows:

1.strategy,
2.organizational size,
3.technology, and
4.environment.

Unit VII Essay

Ina persuasive essay, linkorganizational technology, value, and strategy. You may use a real-life organization you have researched (or worked for) in order to illustrate your argument. Cite at least one article to support your essay's main ideas. Use section headers to share your findings, and persuade readers on the following topics:

Identify three kinds of technology in an organization.
Explain how different types of technology create different competencies.
Describe how technology impacts organizational culture.
Explain how technology can help organizational effectiveness.
Relate how technology can propel an organization's global expansion strategies.

Format your essay consistent with APA guideline, and use at least one scholarly source. Your essay should be two pages in length, not including the title page or reference page. All sources used must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying in-text citations in the proper APA format.

Unit VIII PowerPoint Presentation

Imagine you are an executive for an organization of your choice,and you are preparing a presentation for the board of directors about the organization's direction. Create a PowerPointpresentation(approximately 10 to 15 slides), with speaker notes, in which you address the followingcomponents:

• Describe the organizational structure and design.
• Examine the organization's differentiation and growth strategy.
• Analyze strategic options and a management approach the organization usesas it relates to the organization's goals and strategies.
• Analyze the corporate culture and methods used to influence employee satisfaction and retention.