The Late Show With James Corden Is Planning To Reach A Different Audience: Organizational Behavior Coursework, UOB, UK

Question 1 :

The Late Show with James Corden is planning to reach a different audience from different parts of the world. However, the settings, issues, and jokes discussed in the show were created mostly for the western population. A group of people was assigned to discuss possible ways to attract audiences of different continents. Propose ONE (1) suitable type of team to tackle the project. Explain THREE (3) advantages of using the proposed type of team.

Question 2:

Toyota emphasizes the importance of teamwork to ensure success and sustainability in the automotive industry. Teamwork was integrated into the organizational culture through continuous team-building training programs. However, when members of a group are deeply involved in a cohesive in-group and the desire for unanimity offsets their motivation to appraise alternative courses of action. Explain FOUR (4) conditions that contribute to the development of such an issue.

Question 3:

Due to the pandemic caused by a newly discovered virus, coronavirus (COVID-19), millions of Malaysians are required to work from home. Working from home also known as telecommuting or telework is a widely implemented alternative working arrangement in most developed countries. Working from home is possible with the advancement of information communication and computer-based technology. The organization can benefit the reduced overhead costs, low utility costs, and office maintenance. Discuss FOUR (4) possible communication barriers due to the usage of technologies while working from home.

Question 4:

Individuals are facing challenges in effectively managing their work and family responsibilities. This is due to the advancement of information communication technologies such as smartphones and email, which have made it possible to access work anytime, anywhere. To achieve a better balance between work and personal life, employees need to negotiate their work arrangements from time to time. Explain FOUR (4) fundamental principles of integrative negotiation.

Question 5:

Describe in detail how the pandemic changes your learning process in using Lewin’s process model.

Question 6:

SWM, a swimming school located in Southeast Asia, started its journey in 2014. During the two years since it opened, SWM had quickly expanded and the founder, Ayyub, planned to open another branch in 2017. Ayyub recruited instructors from a variety of backgrounds so that they could speak a range of languages, including Arabic, English, Malay, Mandarin, Persian, and Tamil with their customers. Therefore, SWM was able to attract a large number of customers. SWM started with three employees in 2014 and grew to over 25 employees in over two years. With the increased number of employees, the company decided to set certain rules for employees to follow, such as fixed shifts and advance leave applications. However, as the number of employees increased, he was planning to restructure the organization so there would be more control and supervision and he aimed to give clear tasks to each employee by representing the company’s structure and giving each employee a title. Propose the best organizational structure for SWM. Provide the definition and TWO (2) reasons for the suggested structure.

Question 7:

SWM, a swimming school located in Southeast Asia, started its journey in 2014. During the two years since it opened, SWM had quickly expanded and the founder, Ayyub, planned to open another branch in 2017. Ayyub recruited instructors from a variety of backgrounds so that they could speak a range of languages, including Arabic, English, Malay, Mandarin, Persian and Tamil with their customers. Therefore, SWM was able to attract a large number of customers. SWM started with three employees in 2014 and grew to over 25 employees in over two years. With the increased number of employees, the company decided to set certain rules for employees to follow, such as fixed shifts and advance leave applications. However, as the number of employees increased, he was planning to restructure the organization so there would be more control and supervision and he aimed to give clear tasks to each employee by representing the company’s structure and giving each employee a title.

Question 8:

Explain THREE (3) ways that can be implemented by Ayyub to build and sustain SWM organizational cultures.

Question 9:

Students are required to work in a group of three for the case analysis. State (ONE) the most ideal leadership style to ensure the success of your group assignment. Explain TWO (2) types of powers that can be used by your ideal leader to encourage cooperation among group members.