The Emerald Research Register for this journal is available at www.emeraldinsight.com/researchregister The current issue and full text archive of this journal is available at www.emeraldinsight.com/0268-6902.htm MAJ 19,4 Control self-assessment as a route to organisational excellence A Scottish Housing Association case study James Sheffield Comhairle, The Scottish Centre for European Public Sector Studies, University of Paisley, Paisley, Scotland, and 484 Siobhan White Division
Words: 4217 - Pages: 17
culture have been identified so far and research shows that value and norms of an organization were based upon employee relationship. The goal of an organization is to increase level of performance by designing strategies. The performance management system has been measured by balance scorecard and by understanding nature and ability of system culture of an organization have been identified. Recommendation: The strong culture of an organization based upon managers and leaders help in improving level
Words: 3184 - Pages: 13
Business and marketing strategy fundamentals Course code Course title Business and marketing strategy fundamentals Type of course Compulsory Level of course Graduate Department in charge Graduate School Year of study 1st Semester Fall Number of credits 10 ECTS; 56 hours of class work, 210 hours of selfstudy; 2 hours of consultations Lecturer Benas Adomavičius & PhD. Neringa Ivanauskienė Date of the course XYZ Prerequisites Undergraduate diploma in social sciences Form of studies
Words: 3923 - Pages: 16
types of strategies are defined and exemplified, including Michael Porter’s generic strategies: cost leadership, differentiation, and focus. Guidelines are presented for determining when it is most appropriate to pursue different types of strategies. An overview of strategic management in nonprofit organizations, governmental agencies, and small firms is provided. Long-term Objectives: Long-term objectives represent the results expected from pursuing certain strategies whereas strategies represent
Words: 7943 - Pages: 32
Part Market-Driven Strategy 1 Chapter 1 Market-Driven Strategy The market and competitive challenges confronting executives around the world are complex and rapidly changing. Market and industry boundaries are often difficult to define because of the entry of new and unfamiliar forms of competition. Customers’ demands for superior value from the products they purchase are unprecedented, as they become yet more knowledgeable about products (goods and services) and more sophisticated
Words: 8059 - Pages: 33
Assessment Assessment scheme The assessment for Strategic management of human resources and innovation has two case studies and an on-line test. Description Marks out of Wtg(%) Due date On-line test (see study desk) 100 20% Friday, 18 December 2015 Case study 1 (2000 words) 100 40% Friday, 15 January 2016 Case study 2 (2000 words) 100 40% Friday, 05 February 2016 On-line test (due to be completed by Friday 18 December, 2015) Please note, the on-line test relates to
Words: 2649 - Pages: 11
MGT8034 Assessment page 1 Assessment Assessment scheme The assessment for Strategic management of human resources and innovation has two case studies and an on-line test. Description Marks out of Wtg(%) Due date On-line test (see study desk) 100 20% Friday, 18 December 2015 Case study 1 (2000 words) 100 40% Friday, 15 January 2016 Case study 2 (2000 words) 100 40% Friday, 05 February 2016 On-line test (due to be completed by Friday 18 December
Words: 2690 - Pages: 11
organization, including operations, delayed decisions, and misinformed strategies. Subjects: NO SUBJECTS(KEYWORDS) Length: 29p List Price: $6.95 BH087 Title: The 3R Framework: Improving eStrategy Across Reach, Richness, and Range Author(s): Wells, John D.; Gobeli, David H. Publication Date: 03/15/2003 Product Type: Business Horizons Article Publisher: Business Horizons/Indiana University Abstract: Identifying effective strategies for designing and implementing e-business initiatives has been
Words: 4085 - Pages: 17
Table of Contents Executive Summary 2 About TimoTel 2 TimoTel & Supplier Diversity 3 Criteria and Methods 3 The Business Case for Diversity, its Challenges & Awareness 4 Diversity Challenges 5 Recommendations 5 References 7 Executive Summary A diverse workforce is more common today than it was decades ago, and is a challenge more companies are faced with today. Multi-generations are working side by side, learning from one another’s experiences. Immigration has increased
Words: 1435 - Pages: 6
What is an ideal management control system Management control is a process of assuming that resources are obtained and used effectively and efficiently in the accomplishment of the organization’s objectives. It is a fundamental necessity for the success of a business and hence from time to time the current performance of the various operations is compared to a predetermined standard or ideal performance and in case of variance remedial measures are adopted to confirm operations to set plan or policy
Words: 43603 - Pages: 175
