Comprehensive Project Phase 1 – The Organization and Problem/Issue
(Gategourmet Int’l)
Identify your Organization and the problem/issue you will be examining. Your paper will include:
Introduction.
The background of the Organization, including Mission/Vision/Business Model.
The problem/issue you will be examining.
Which department is the problem/issue from? Why is it an issue? How did you know it was an issue? Do you work in that department?
Summary
The paper must have not less than 3 peer reviewed references from the listed sources and of course from the organization’s website. The project must be in APA format.
Comprehensive Project (Holistic Information)
The Comprehensive Project is expected to reflect one’s understanding of the actual application of strategic management and the relevant material covered throughout the course. You are a management trainee in an organization (your organization or an organization of your choice – for profit or not for profit) and have been asked by the CEO to prepare a paper on the Organization’s key strategic management problem/issue. The problem/issue can be in any of the following departments: accounting, finance, marketing, production, human resources, logistics, procurement, and research & development (R&D).
Using your knowledge prepare an in-depth examination of the existing strategic management problem/issue. You must use relevant literature and sources that support your assertion, pertaining to the problem/issue within the organization of your choice. The literature included must not only support your argument or position, but also alternative opinions, and explanations whenever possible. As such, do not hesitate to challenge or critique scholarly works when appropriate. Your project must encompass the following:
1) Evidence of ability to size-up the organization’s situation and to identify key problems/issues.
2) Use of appropriate analytical techniques, sound logic, and well-supported arguments in evaluating the organization’s present condition and future prospects.
3) Evidence of ability to formulate realistic and workable recommendations for action.
4) Thoroughness – both in (a) scope and coverage and (b) depth of analysis.
5) Evidence of ability to use good communication skills (including the use of charts, tables, graphs, and figures).
6) Evidence of adequate preparation, pride of workmanship, and display of a professional attitude and approach.