Muscat College Strategic Management Research Paper
Written Assignment “Corporate values and social responsibilities are seen as critical elements of the corporate strategy. Critically discuss how these elements impact the competitive advantage in a rapidly changing environment” 1 Thoughts Starters “Corporate values and social responsibilities are seen as a critical element of the corporate strategy. Critically discuss how these elements impact the competitive advantage in a rapidly changing environment” RESEARCH THOUGHT STARTERS ONLY (not questions to be answered) – Explore what is meant by corporate values and social responsibilities in the context of the corporate strategy. – What are the key areas being discussed in current literature – Who are the key authors? – Why are corporate values and social responsibilities important? • What are the benefits to the corporate being socially responsible? – Why some corporates find challenging to fully embed social responsibilities in their strategy? – How corporate values and social responsibilities contributes to competitive advantages? You are required to conduct a literature review. Need to show you have researched the viewpoint from all sides of the debate 2 Basic Instruction • 2,000 words +/- 10% you will be penalized if it fails outside this boundary • The 2,000 words limit does not include the reference list • Harvard style referencing to be used • Do not put a fancy front page on your assignment • Pages must be numbered • Please use a minimum font size of 12 • Times new Roman Font Style • 1.5 line spacing and justify alignment • use diagrams and tables but they must be discussed and critiqued in the discussion 3 Sections Approximate word count guide Marks Allocated 10% Introduction (200 words) 40% Main Body A-Discussions (Knowledge (800 words) 30% B-Critically evaluation 10% Conclusion Referencing: (700 words) (350 words) (Correct use of Harvard Referencing system) Total Marks 10% 100% 4 Sections / Marks Individual Marking Scheme Structure (10) Good clear structure, beginning, middle and ending. Content (10) High relevance, no errors of fact, all statements supported by evidence. Presentation (10) Excellent spelling and grammar, all tables and figures support the text. Major points selected and discussed. Analysis (25) High relevance, insightful analysis. Your Thoughts (10) High relevance, demonstrating a good understanding of wider issues related to the field. Articulates your thoughts on the article in clear manner. Discusses what you learned from reading the article or ideas you might use in the future. Conclusions (10) Good, valid conclusions that logically follow from earlier content. Discussion (15) Referencing (10) Good referencing, no omissions. 5 Requirements • Literature research – – – – Need to demonstrate an in-depth study of the topic has been undertaken Range of sources – include books, journal articles, business news articles A range of industry sectors have been looked at Up to date sources (2015 – 2020 (maybe)) have been used as well as past research • Critical evaluation – – Need to critically evaluate the literature – Compare and contrast researchers views and findings – This is what identifies this as your work as a researcher – Discuss advantages and disadvantages and offer a balanced discussion. 6 Requirements • Utilize both academic and practitioner perceptions – Show ability to relate concepts and ideas to actual examples • Presentation – – grammar and spelling need to be correct, – the assignment needs to flow well – Referencing all research materials, stick to one format for referencing – Write in the 3rd person 7 …
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