...Unit 4001 - An Introduction to Management Styles Name: Timothy Freeman CMI Number: P04304125 1. Be able to understand assumptions about human nature and managerial behaviour. 1.1 Identify models which make suppositions about human nature and behaviour at work Theory X and Theory Y represent two sets of assumptions about human nature and human behaviour that are relevant to the practice of management. They describe two contrasting models of workforce motivation. Theory X represents a negative view on of human nature that assumes individuals generally dislike work, are irresponsible, and require close supervision to do their jobs. Theory Y represents a positive view of human nature and assumes individuals are generally hard-working, creative, and able to take on responsibility and exercise self-control in their jobs. One would expect that managers holding assumptions about human nature that are consistent with Theory X might exhibit a managerial style that is quite different than managers who hold assumptions consistent with Theory Y. 1.2 Discuss how attitudes as assumptions can influence managerial behaviour. McGregor described two distinct set of assumptions about people at work. He believed that these assumptions influence the thinking and attitude of most managers about the people at work. 1|Page Theory X presents a pessimistic or negative view of human nature whereas Theory Y reflects an optimistic or positive view of human behaviour. Theory X lists...
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...Computer-Based Patient Records Electronic Medical Records(EMR) have been implemented at the hospital that I work for and have been in place through our hospital based system since 2006 and implemented throughout the facility in 2007. Some of the benefits of these records are the convenience of having the patient's information available for you at all times, records are not lost or unavailable at times when they are really needed such as the case with paper charts. The EMR also contains pertinent information such as allergies, a past medical history, and a medication history just to name a few more benefits that are available for those directly involved in the patient's care to view. According to the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services, “an electronic record of health-related information on an individual that can be created, gathered, managed, and consulted by authorized clinicians and staff within one health organization” (Agency for Health Care Research, 2013). There are challenges that include the possibility of security breaches and continued advancement of technology in the health care system itself. The solutions for these challenges include accountability for our own actions which include logging off of your computer before leaving your work station, never sharing your passwords, and never allowing a patient’s medical record to be in plain view for people that are not involved in the patient’s care, and keeping an open mind regarding staying current with...
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...today decisions that we take in the company. Profit sharing: The employees determine the profit share that they should get and also decide how to split it. It creates the feeling of ownership, says semler. Employees enjoy 25 % of company’s total profit. It directly affects their efficiency. The way of working is different by the employees when they have a sense of ownership. Profit sharing give them a reason to do things better. They work more sincerely and with more effort. In this way employees themselves can decide that what they will get at the end of the year. Free flow of information: Each piece of information is available to everybody. Nothing is kept as secret. Every employee is trained how to read a balance sheet, how different units in the organization works. Information tells people what’s working in the organization and what’s not. Everybody in company have access to the company’s books. Only one set of books wa there which was open for inspection and audit. The executives don’t want employees to think that they were holding back any sort of information. Organizational culture inception: In...
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...New Health Medical Systems Shari Gifford HRM/548 Jennifer Familant March 10, 2014 New Health Medical Systems TO: New Health Medical Systems, Board of Directors FROM: Shari Gifford, HR Consultant CC: Jennifer Familant DATE: March 10, 2014 SUBJECT: Staffing Strategy It is my understanding that you, the Board of Directors of New Health Medical Systems, recently announced a new strategic direction to become a regional center for critically ill patients. As a part of that strategy, New Health Medical Systems (NHMS) has opened a new cardiovascular unit where patients can receive care for heart attacks, strokes, and other types of cardiovascular diseases. NHMS was quickly able to recruit a quality physician to head the unit as well as additional professional staff, however finding qualified technicians have become much more difficult than originally anticipated. The problem does not seem to be so much in terms of the position being attractive to candidates, but rather a lack of skilled technicians in the immediate region. Most of the skilled technicians are already employed, and are not actively seeking jobs with other organizations. In order to fill the 35 technician positions, the director of staffing has created a new staffing strategy that includes the following: 1. Place advertisement in the local newspapers 2. Contact staffing agencies that specializes in placing technicians into health care facilities 3. Organize a job fair and invite local...
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...What is effective management? This will be one dimension that you will have to reflect on throughout the unit – some questions that might arise is there such a thing as ‘one best way’ of being effective? Does being effective require a set of skills, or is it more about being adaptable and flexible? Is it more effective to think of management as the sole locus of the manager, or as a group or ever organizational dynamic? Gender Equality/Balance – were more women just not choosing promotions? More complex than that – See Acker article on Moodle to help start thinking through these ideas! Administrative Management The influence on the workplace of the KIPPER phenomenon The KIPPER phenomenon is just one example of a social dynamic that can have an influence on the workplace (e.g. people having to stay in work longer and retire later in order to financial support adult children). At a more general level it highlights how different social or cultural trends always have an influence or organizational life. Definitions are always difficult I agree – and there are lots of definitions! A good place to start is think about the academic definition given to a term in a text book or, better still, an academic paper, and then think how this might translate into an organizational setting. The framework for the unit Broadly speaking, the unit starts off at an individual level and them moves towards ideas which are more group-based, then more organizational based. However, this...
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...120 History and Theory: Introduction Assessment Brief* (*please read in conjunction with unit outline document) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Key dates Assessment set: Tuesday 8 January 2013 First* group meeting (with tutors): Wednesday 24 January (studios 1,3,5) Wednesday 31 January (studios 2,4,6) (*Groups are expected to meet outside of these timetabled sessions in order to complete this work.) Drop-in help sessions: Wednesdays, 10am to 12 midday (weeks 5,7,8,9,10,11,12) (studio outside PO2.20 – for individuals and groups) Submission date (exhibition): 1 May 2013 (week 2 consolidation and assessment period) ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Introduction You carried out a range of research tasks during teaching block one, which enabled you to develop your research skills, as well as deepening your subject knowledge by following particular interests. These tasks were not assessed, but will be of great help to you for your assessed work in teaching block two. Throughout teaching block two you are required to undertake an individual research project, focussing on one space from the list attached. You will present this research in the form of a research journal (artefact one). Each studio has been allocated a ‘type’ of space, either domestic, sacred or public...
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...Cipher, the same "SET" line will be used to encrypt the grid zone letters and the coordinates. To preclude misunderstanding, a statement is made that grid zone letters are included in the message (unless unit SOP specifies its use at all times). | From Map | Unit Leader(s) | Required so evacuation vehicle knows where to pick up patient. Also, so the unit coordinating the evacuation mission can plan the route for the evacuation vehicle (if the evacuation vehicle must pick up from more than one location). | 2 | Radio Frequency, Call Sign, and Suffix | Encrypt the frequency of the radio at the pickup site, not a relay frequency. The call sign (and suffix if used) of person to be contacted at the pickup site may be transmitted in the clear. | From SOI | RTO | Required so evacuation vehicle can contact requesting unit while en route (obtain additional information or change in situation or directions). | 3 | Number of Patients by Precedence | Report only applicable information and encrypt the brevity codes. A - urgent. B - Urgent-Surgical. C - Priority. D - Routine. E - Convenience. If two or more categories must be reported in the same request, insert the word "BREAK" between each category. | From Evaluation of Patient(s) | Medic or Senior Person Present | Required by unit controlling the evacuation vehicles to assist in prioritizing missions | 4 | Special Equipment Required | Encrypt the applicable brevity codes. A - None. B - Hoist. C - Extraction equipment. D -...
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...Understanding Self-Knowledge and Evaluating Understanding xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx Grand Canyon University July 14, 2007 Understanding Self-Knowledge and Evaluating Understanding The purpose of this paper is to identify, describe, and critique personal views on the place of understanding self-knowledge from the point of view of both the teacher and the student. The paper will also provide an evaluation of the sequence and organization of instruction that was used during at least two teaching assignments (units). The focus of this evaluation will be toward the effectiveness of the sequence and organization in accomplishing the desired understanding expected from students. To allay the purpose of the paper, criteria from Grant Wiggins and Jay McTighe’s (2005) “backward design” will serve as a background for much of the information included in the paper. According to Wiggins and McTighe (2005), self-knowledge is “the wisdom to know one’s ignorance and how one’s patterns of thought and action inform as well as prejudice understanding” (p. 100). In consideration of today’s teaching milieu, it is possible that there are far too many instructors who are not familiar with the positive academic gains that they could bestow upon their students by paying attention to criteria that warns against instruction is devoid of any understanding, appreciation or acknowledgement of students’ self-knowledge. One of the greatest teachers and philosophers of Western thought, Socrates (Wiggins...
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...AFTER ACTION REVIEW SECTION I. ADMINISTRATIVE DATA Task(s) Task Number Task Title Taught or After Action Review Supported Task(s) Task Number Task Title Supported N/A NA Academic The academic hours to teach this class are as follows: Hours PEACETIME HOURS/METHODS 100 mins/CO/PE/ 20 minutes video Total Hours 2 hrs Test Lesson Type of Test: Brigade Certification Test Number Total Hours: 3 hours Prerequisite Lesson Number Lesson Title Lesson(s) None None Clearance There are no clearance or access requirements for this lesson. and Access References |NUMBER |TITLE |DATE |PARA/ | | | | |PAGE | | | | |NO. ALL | |TC 25-20 |A Leader’s Guide To After Action Reviews |Sept 93 |All | |TC 25-10 |A Leader’s Guide To Lane Training |Aug 96 |Chapter 5 | Student Provide Slides to students one day prior to the start of class. Students Study must be prepared to discuss the Slides during class. Scan TC 25-20. Assignments Instructor One instructor, familiar with TC 25-20, Requirements Additional...
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...|[pic] |Syllabus | | |College of Humanities | | |US/101 Version 5 | | |Introduction to University Studies | Copyright © 2011, 2010, 2009 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. Course Description The essential information, skills, tools, and techniques necessary for academic success and personal effectiveness at University of Phoenix are introduced in this course. The course develops and applies practical knowledge and skills immediately relevant to first-year university students. Course topics include goal setting and working with personal motivation, understanding and using university resources, developing efficient study habits, making the most of personal learning styles, and how best to manage time and reduce personal stress levels. Policies Students/learners will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents: • University policies: You must be logged into the student website to view this document...
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...LIGHT RESIDENCES - "THE WISE CHOICE • Green architecture • Accessible ( with direct access to MRT ) • Flood Free • Lifestyle Strip – (5 level Podium) • Aspirational Homes • Affordable .. 1st floor HyperMarket • 1st Class Amenities ( pool, function rooms, clubhouse .. Skylounge on the top floor • Prime Location .. Reputable Developer Units Available for Tower 1 Studio 20sqm 1 bedroom no balcony 23.47sqm 1 bedroom w/ balcony 27.37sqm 1 bedroom deluxe L-type 32.52sqm 2 bedroom no balcony 32.39sqm 2 bedroom combined unit w/ balcony 50.84sqm 3 bedroom combined unit w/ balcony 74.64sqm Unit Computations & LayOuts for the ff units will be send thru email upon your request Target Turn Over Date is on the Fourth Quarter of 2012 ***S A M P L E C O M P U T A T I O N S*** STUDIO 20sqm Unfurnished unit, Investors Package Total List Price: Php. 1,321,000 5.5% Other Charges: Php 72,655 Total List Price: Php. 1,393,655 20% Initial Investment (payable in 36 months): Php. 278,731 Reservation Fee: Php. 25,000 36 Monthly Payments: Php 7,048 only!! LOWEST IN THE MARKET 80% Balance: Php. 1,114,924 Bank Financing: (BDO-indicative rate) 10 years @ 10.5%: Php. 15,516.27 15 years @ 10.5%: Php. 13,024.43 STUDIO 20sqm FULLY FURNISHED Total List Price: Php. 1,421,000 5.5% Other Charges: Php 78,155 Total List Price: Php. 1,499,155 20% Initial Investment (payable in 36 months): Php. 299,831 Reservation Fee: Php. 25,000 36 Monthly...
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...TO REPLACE THE BATTERY: REMOTE TRANSMITTER The Nova system incorporates code hopping technology to offer ultimate security in a remote control. Rotate the inner casing (Fig. 1) and remove it from the outer clip (Fig. 2). Fig. 1 It is NOT necessary to open this transmitter to code the unit as it already has a unique code. To make this unit functional, the receiver unit must memorize its unique code as described below: FOR PULSED OPERATION: 1. Open the receiver unit, and WITH POWER ON, bridge the “Learn” jumper. 2. The red LED will now illuminate 3. Press the required button on the transmitter. The red LED will flash once, indicating that the button has been learned. 4. If further buttons are to be memorized, repeat from step 3. If not, remove the bridge from the “Learn” jumper. The system is now ready for use. FOR LATCHED OPERATION: 1. Open the receiver unit, and WITH POWER OFF, bridge the “ERASE” jumper. 2. Power up the unit. The red LED will now illuminate 3. Press the required button on the transmitter. The red LED will flash twice, indicating that the button has been learned. 4. If further buttons are to be memorized, repeat from step 3. If not, remove the bridge from the “Erase” jumper. The system is now ready for use. Fig. 2 Fig. 3 Using a coin, separate the two halves of the case (Fig. 3) Replace battery with type GP23 or similar. I M P O R T A N T: Ensure that the b a t t e r y i s c o r r e c t l y i n s e r t e d , according to the diagram. 1031...
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...Students are required to identify and analyse the legal issues arising in their chosen report through answering a series of questions. Students need to apply a similar approach to that used in the Topic 1 case study, ‘The Swimming Stadium’, to their chosen media report. Format of assignments Assignments cannot be handwritten and must comply with the following format requirements: • • • • • Document type: Word or pdf (pdf preferred); Font: Arial or similar font - no smaller than 12 point in size; Pages: Numbered in top or bottom margin; Spacing: Appropriate line spacing and paragraph spacing; and Margins: At least 2.5 cm top, left, right & bottom. Assignments which do not conform with the above requirements, without prior agreement of the unit coordinator, will either be returned to the student unmarked or will have marks deducted. Presentation Three marks have been allocated to the presentation of the assignment document. The following will be taken into account when allocating marks for presentation: • attachment of cover sheet (located on Blackboard under the 'Assessment' folder) must be attached to the assignment; • appropriate sentence structure; • correct grammar, spelling and punctuation; • consistent format; • appropriate use of headings and sub-headings; • within the acceptable word limit; and • appropriate referencing and acknowledgment of sources. Word Limit The total assignment should be a minimum of 500 words and not exceed 2000 words. 1 of 4 Please provide...
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...REFLECTIVE ESSAY ONE ON LEADERSHIP MANIFESTO 1. My perspective of being a leader is to “Lead from the front”. Leading from the front means to get out of my office and troubleshoot computer related issues with my Airmen. My Airmen know that I am a patient type, a by the book NCO who is governed by Air Force Instructions. I treat Airmen with fairness and give them the opportunity to take responsibility for their actions, and to complete their assigned tasks. When necessary, I assist my Airmen, so tasks are effectively & efficiently being accomplished. 2. To be a leader, first you must be a good follower. Being a good follower means to have the willingness and commitment to perform a task; with proper instructions in any given situations. My supervisor describes me as being effective, efficient and trustworthy. She believes in my capabilities and technical knowledge even when a short notice task has been initiated. Within Quality Assurance, I evaluate, inspect and prepare my unit’s effectiveness for future inspections; I ensure technicians are following and using accurate technical data which contributes to the unit’s mission success. 3. The leadership style I use is the Leadership-Member Exchange style. I consider it to be effective. Fostering a good relationship and getting to know Airmen is the best way to acquire their loyalty and trust by showing the sincerity of my actions and willingness to assist on and off duty. However, if Airmen are complacent;...
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...to support SQA qualifications. This publication must not be reproduced for commercial or trade purposes. This material is for use by teaching staff only. do w nl oa de d Publication date: April 2013 Publication code: H2X3 35/ASP001 by ce nt re _3 00 54 m on 10 /1 0/ 20 14 08 :4 0 Introduction This Assessment Support Pack incorporates assessment templates for both Higher National and National Qualifications (other than CfE) and can be used in a variety of ways including, for example: to generate evidence which demonstrates that learners have achieved all Outcomes and Knowledge and/or Skills for the Unit as exemplification of the standard of performance expected of learners achieving the Unit, ie as a benchmark to help centres develop an appropriate assessment for the Unit to give teachers/lecturers/assessors new ideas as a staff development tool Security and confidentiality The information in this publication may be reproduced in support of SQA qualifications. Where the publication includes materials from sources other than SQA (secondary copyright), this material should only be reproduced for the purposes of examination or assessment. If it needs to be reproduced for any other purpose it is the centre’s responsibility to obtain the necessary copyright clearance. SQA’s Support Materials team may be able to direct you to the secondary sources. Every effort has been made...
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