This assessment is designed to allow students to continue to develop their research and analytical skills, applying the subject theory relating to organisational processes and technologies, to explain how and why real world organisations are managed, and how they respond to changes in the environment.

Briefly trace the development and growth of the organisation from its beginnings to the present through the application of corporate strategies - what types of strategies have these been?

There have been many criticisms of the business practices that company has pursued over the years. Describe TWO of these practices and outline the outcomes.

Perform an environmental analysis for the involvement of the organisation in the context of the industry(ies) it operates in - what are the main opportunities & threats?

Describe the organisational culture or leadership style within the organisation.

Students are to support their analysis and conclusions with the text and a minimum of 5 recent and relevant academic journal articles (written since 2007 where possible).