Produce a report that analyses different components of organisational life, in the context of the selected organisation, and that provides recommendations for action in the time of uncertainty and change.

In the current political, economic, and social climate, a great deal of small to medium enterprises have to consider changing their organisational structure, processes and systems, infrastructure and human resources of the organisation. McKinsey (2020) stated that ‘As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to cause human suffering on a global scale, an increasing number of SMBs fear that the economic impact will also lead to a reduction in revenues and are uncertain about the future.’

As a future manager you need to develop the understanding of how to manage the soft resources of an organisation in a time of crisis by applying concepts of organisational behaviour.

Task 1

Select a small to medium sized enterprise (turnover less than £25m, less than 250 employees or gross assets less than £12.5m based on the Companies Act 2006). This can be your own organisation you are currently work for or any other SME organisation that you have access to relevant information.

Produce a report that analyses different components of organisational life, in the context of the selected organisation, and that provides recommendations for action in the time of uncertainty and change.

Section 1: Culture, Politics and Power

Using an organisational culture model, critically analyse the current organisational culture of your organisation.
Critically evaluate the influence of organisational politics and power in your organisation.
Produce recommendations for a change on organisational culture, politics and change that will benefit the organisation.

Section 2: Motivation

Evaluate one content theory of motivation, and one process theory of motivation and their importance to attain goals of the organisation.
Using one theory of motivation of your choice evaluate how to modify the behaviour of individuals in an organisation.
Produce recommendations on how to effectively motivate individuals in a time of crisis.

Section 3: Teamwork

Using relevant teamwork theories, analyse what are the components that make an effective team.
Applying a change leadership model, and taking in consideration the concept of organisational change, critically evaluate the relevance of influencing behaviour in order to improve business performance and productivity.

This provides evidence for All Learning Outcomes
Word count:3000 words (+/-10%)

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