Module 6 Assignment 1
M6A1 Critical Review: When Faculties Merge—Communicating
Change
Photograph of a businessman convincing his colleagues of his
point of viewThere is rarely a one-size-fits-all approach to change; although,
there are several guidelines that appear universal to the process. Regardless
of the approach you chose, always maintain a balanced perspective, which is
important as you manage and monitor change.
This exercise is intended to offer you a balanced view to
conventional top-down accounts of how senior managers manage change in their
organizations.
Begin by accessing the Excelsior College Library to find
reliable and scholarly articles related to this assignment to expand upon the
key topics. Write and submit a critical review of approximately 250–300 words.
Make sure to follow the APA style (6th edition) for writing and include at
least one relevant citation for your submission.
Include the following:
• Examine the
differences in change strategies and management between senior management and
first-line management.
• Offer an example of
what is considered a balanced approach to change, such as striving for a sense
of urgency but also providing guidance and assistance so that employees move
gently and confidently through the process.
See the Course Calendar for the due date.
Compose your work using Microsoft Word (or other software as
appropriate) and save it frequently to your computer. When you’re ready to
submit your work, click Browse My Computer and find your file. Once you’ve
located your file click Open and, if successful, the file name will appear
under the Attached files heading. Scroll to the bottom of the page, click
Submit and you’re done. Be sure to check your work and correct any spelling or
grammatical errors before you post it.
Evaluation Criteria
Review the SBT Essay Rubric located in the “Start
Here” section of the course for more information on grading criteria.
Together, these critical review assignments comprise 15% of the total course
grade.
