Description
Complete the following research assignment:
- Using the assigned readings in the text,
- Using the Helpful Resources web sites, and
- Using the additional research from the Troy Global Campus Library
Prepare a 3 to 5 page critical essay that addresses the following topic:
How are current events in management related to the management theories in the course? Discuss the specific management theories and theorists whose works are appropriate for the current situations that you are analyzing.
Writing Assessment and Evaluation
Criteria | Ratings | Pts | |||||
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeResponds fully to the assignment |
| 4.0 pts | |||||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePresents a manifest topic statement identifying the issue and the position |
| 4.0 pts | |||||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExercises good critical thinking |
| 4.0 pts | |||||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeExpresses its purpose clearly and persuasively throughout |
| 4.0 pts | |||||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeInvokes and uses disciplinary facts correctly |
| 4.0 pts | |||||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeProvides adequate supporting arguments with reasons, evidence, and examples |
| 4.0 pts | |||||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIs focused, well organized, and unified |
| 4.0 pts | |||||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeUses direct language that is appropriate for the audience |
| 4.0 pts | |||||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeInvokes discerning sources when appropriate |
| 4.0 pts | |||||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCorrectly documents and cites sources |
| 4.0 pts | |||||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeIs free of errors in grammar, punctuation, word choice, spelling, and format |
| 5.0 pts | |||||
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeDisplays originality and creativity |
| 5.0 pts | |||||
Total Points: 50.0 |
Explanation & Answer
Attached.
Running head: MANAGEMENT THEORIES
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Management Theories
Institution Affiliation
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MANAGEMENT THEORIES
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Introduction
Management theories assist managers to analyze and solve the current situations in the
organization since the nature of today’s organizational environment is changing rapidly. This
paper will discuss the major current situations such as handling a diverse workforce, the
implications of globalization, and the current trend of advancing with technology. Other current
events include continuous improvement initiatives and changing of skill requirements among
others. Theorists came up with the management theories so that they could be implemented and
thus increase the organizational productivity and quality service to clients.
Current situations in organizations
In the past, managers were able to control the workforce since it was mainly
homogenous. However, the current trend in organizations is that there is a diverse incorporation
of employees based on race, gender, age, sexual orientation, and religion among other diversities.
Diversity has been linked to an organization's strategic direction since every employee has
unique traits and their diverse ideas assist the firm to be productive. Due to that, there is better
creativity, critical decision making and greater innovation that help the organization to increase
its competitiveness. The manag...