Fill This Form To Receive Instant Help
Fill This Form To Receive Instant Help
Homework answers / question archive / (2021SP1-MGMT-6045-01) Global Leadership Competencies M6A6
The questions below relate to the case study: D&T: Addressing the Needs of a Changing Workforce. This assignment is a "capstone" in essence that it will give you a chance to use and apply concepts from the TWO TEXTS to explain, reason or evaluate the case dynamics and main issues. Make sure to add the sources used to write your answers to the reference list.
Instructions: Respond to the 8 questions using concepts and models from the course texts and relevant readings. Use TNR 12, Double spaced. Total= Try not to exceed 6-8 pages in total.
GRADING: 300 points (30% of total grade) divided by questions:
1. When you hear the word “diversity,” what comes to mind? What are some of the implications of diversity in organizations today? Why should managers learn how to handle diversity in the work place? 20
2. What types of compensation did Robert give in recognizing excellent work performance? What are the implications of Sylvia and Mike receiving unequal compensation with their memberships at the two different clubs? 20
3. Why did Robert choose Mike over Sylvia for the leadership position? What were the criteria he considered in making the decision? What are the potential problems with this rationale? What led to his final decision? 20
4. Why was Sylvia so confused about Robert’s demeanor towards her when he announced his choice of Mike for the leadership position? What did Paul think of her treatment of the situation? Why was Robert so confused by Sylvia’s reaction to his decision? 20
5. How would you characterize the differences in the approaches used by Mike, Sylvia, and Robert toward:
·Conflict resolution
·Identification of goals and needs
·Articulation of goals and needs
·Intuiting the goals and needs of others
·Competition
Which approach might be most effective? 50
6. Why was Sylvia reluctant to announce her pregnancy to her colleagues at work? What were her expectations about Deloitte & Touche’s flex-time program? In what way did her expectations differ from reality? What dilemma was Sylvia faced with at the end of the case? What would you do in her situation? 50
7. Why might the turnover for women at Deloitte & Touche be higher than that for men? Why is it important for Michael Cook to address this problem? What does Deloitte & Touche stand to gain by focusing on the advancement and retention of women? How are the needs of today’s workforce changing? What are some underlying causes for this change? 50
8. If you were a consultant for Michael Cook and his management team, what key points would you suggest to formulate an effective plan? 70
