MGMT6002 Assignment Two Brief Page 1 of 4 ASSESSMENT BRIEF Subject Code and Title MGMT6002 Influencing and Making Decisions Assessment Assignment Two: Decision Application Individual/Group Group Length 3000 Word Limit Learning Outcomes  Evaluate the benefits, weaknesses and complexities inherent in group decision making and examine a range of effective group decision-making techniques  Examine decision-making systems and techniques to engage organisational intelligence and analyse how these can enhance entrepreneurial outcomes  Compare, contrast and critically evaluate sources of data as influences for decision-making in a range of business contexts. Submission By 23:59 (SYD time) Friday of the end of Module 6 Weighting 50% Total Marks 50 marks Context: The second half of this subject focuses on modelling how the individual influences others, and how decisions are made in groups. In an environment where governance activities are under intensified scrutiny, decisions are made more often in groups than not. Even when not, it is very likely an individual decision-maker will seek advice from others. Your task in this assessment is to contribute to a group decision, responding to a brief provided by the learning facilitator. Instructions: The learning facilitator will organise the class into groups (these may include cross-cultural and inter-time-zonal virtual teams). When they are established, the learning facilitator will provide a brief to each group that will present a complex problem to which the learning facilitator needs a decision. In groups, students will construct a report that outlines:  a rephrasing of the problem situation;  the decision made by the group;  the process the group undertook to reach its decision; andMGMT6002 Assignment Two Brief Page 2 of 4  a discussion that explains how the group decision-making methodology supports or breaks from the specific methods, models, frameworks and taxonomies each individual presented in their first assignment. The report is to be limited to 3000 words, exclusive of formal document sections (i.e. title page, executive summary, table of contents, references list, appendices, etc.), citations, tables and graphs. Students should submit one file through Turnitin. There are a number of forms the report could take. The exact form the report will depend on the additional research the group undertakes; students should aim for the demonstration of deep learning, founded on reflection of theory through thorough reading of scholarly literature, rather than on getting any aspect of the brief ‘right.’ Students should commence this assignment early, keep regular backups and ensure they submit the correct, final version. Students should use this brief as the instruction set for the assignment requirements. Additionally, the rubric below can be used to describe what unacceptable, functional, proficient, advanced and exceptional assignments might look like according to the criteria in the leftmost column of each row. As this is a Masters level subject, students are expected to engage with high-quality academic journal articles, using the Torrens University Library. Textbooks, Wikipedia and, in general, anything that can be obtained through an open Google search page are considered supplementary material, unbecoming of a postgraduate.MGMT6002 Assignment Two Brief Page 3 of 4 Learning Rubrics There are numerous ways to interpret the assessment brief. This rubric should not be used as a prescription or tick-the-box list of requirements but as a description of an amalgam of several possible interpretations and the standards they might take. The assessment will be graded holistically, based on the criteria in the leftmost column. Your interpretation may not match the rubric exactly as you may extend the requirements, using your initiative to demonstrate your mastery of the subject matter. Additionally, you may demonstrate elements described in the Advanced column and still be graded ‘Functional’ for one or more of the criteria (the reverse trend is also possible). Higher performing submissions will depend on wider reading, rather than on the rubric verbatim. Assessment Attributes Fail (Unacceptable) (Functional) Pass (Proficient) Credit (Advanced) Distinction High Distinction (Exceptional) Analysis (30%) The analysis is simplistic and does not tap into the richness of the situation. Demonstrates limited awareness of or minimally analyses. Identifies a process to address decisionmaking and demonstrates an ability to apply key frameworks and models. Identifies and successfully interprets key and pertinent issues of the brief. Identifies a range of pertinent components of the brief. Recommends processes to help make decisions and to continue to identify problem areas. Demonstrates an ability to analyse dilemmas. Assesses the capacity for continuing to operate manage, having made a decision. Integrates understanding of the range of pertinent issues of the brief. Develops recommendations to address ambiguous issues. Understands limitations of identified models. Has the ability to assess an decision viability. Demonstrates innovation in the range of pertinent components of the brief and communicates a critical understanding. Interprets a range of frameworks for future decision-making. Has the ability to assess decision viability as well as possibilities for reorganisation, considering the present situation. Argument cogency (30%) The argument is simplistic and does not tap into the richness of the situation. The argument can be seen to be based on logic and evidence. Argument is critical, examining multiple viewpoints before concluding. Uses a number of frameworks to inform and structure the argument. Demonstrates a consistent and sophisticated argument, founded on theory and practice.MGMT6002 Assignment Two Brief Page 4 of 4 Assessment Attributes Fail (Unacceptable) (Functional) Pass (Proficient) Credit (Advanced) Distinction High Distinction (Exceptional) Presentation (20%) The presentation is simplistic or is very difficult to follow. Numerous spelling or grammatical errors make readability cumbersome. Significant drafting or reworking is required. Includes a one-page executive summary that features a full report summary as well as key report recommendations, enticing the reader to continue to read on. Introduction sets the tone for the report, outlining objectives, assumptions and limitations. Conclusion rolls up arguments, providing useful, practical-based outtakes for the reader. Report is divided into headings, all exhibits are labelled and discussed, page numbers. Conforms to spelling and grammar conventions. The report presentation is outstanding. It is professionally presented and could be considered consultant-grade quality. This will be used as a model report. Research (20%) The student has made little or no attempt to incorporate high-quality sources. This key postgraduate skill will need to be developed in subsequent assignments. Makes an attempt to use high-quality sources. May need to focus on referencing standard. Has cited numerous high-quality sources using the Torrens University library databases. Incorporates conventions and ideas of highquality sources into the substance of the report. Demonstrates mastery of multiple high-quality external sources, offering balanced criticism and critical thought.