Assignment- Final International Business Project
Assignment- Final International Business Project
Value:(40%)
Group or individual: Individual
Written Report Word limit:2250 words Maximum. Excludes the exactly 15 highly effective references you will utilise.
Audio Cast:5 Minute Content and 2 Minute Reference Review (Maximum 7 Minutes) (Video will not be accepted/ Editing of the audio-cast will not be accepted it MUST be in one take)
Failure to deliver both components of the report - written and audio - will result in a mark of 0/40.
Unit Learning Outcomes:
Critically analyse how managers operate effectively in a global context.
Develop a capacity to formulate business decisions within a global context.
Integrate the social, economic and ethical impacts of business organisations with reference to sustainable business practice.
Evaluate the social, economic and ethical impacts of organisations with reference to sustainable business practice
Critically appraise how organisations operate and apply these frameworks in a global perspective.
Instructions
Step 1: Your new employer is considering a partnership with a firm in either New Zealand, Japan or Spain. Your supervisor would like to know the international managerial factors (chapters 13-19) that will need to be evaluated in the conducting of a new joint venture between your firm and the new foreign entity partnership. So, you will need to compare and contrast the international managerial factors most relevant to the new venture and decide which of these two locations best suits the enterprise you represent.
Step 2:It is up to you to produce a professional business report with references (APA or Harvard Style) relying on various industry, company, country reports available freely or at cost.
You will be assessed not only on the content, but structure, communication, writing excellence, professionalism, referencing and other academic and practical criteria.
Step 3:If, after reading the instructions and the breakdown of assessments, you have any remaining questions or comments you may consult your instructor. Or post to the discussion Assignments Q&A
Step 4:Please see the rubric for the marking criteria for this assignment and participate in the assessment reviews conducted by the Lecturer.
Step 5: Engage in the class/listen to the Assessment Review conducted by the Unit Coordinator in Week 3.
Assessment 3 - Final Project
Criteria Ratings Points
Depth of critical analysis and recommendation
view longer description 15 to >11.99 pts
High Distinction (100% - 80%)
Individual analysis demonstrates an exceptional level of knowledge, skills, creativity, and accountability in the recommendations. Key change drivers and the underlying issues were clearly identified and exceptionally well-articulated, through the use of sophisticated language and used in the business context.
11.99 to >10.49 pts
Distinction (79% - 70%)
Individual analysis demonstrates an in-depth level of knowledge, skills, creativity, and accountability in the recommendations. Analysis of key change drivers and the underlying issues were identified and well-articulated using relevant language.
10.49 to >8.99 pts
Credit (69% - 60%)
Individual analysis demonstrates a sufficient level of knowledge, skills, creativity, and accountability with some gaps in the recommendations. Analysis of key change drivers and the underlying issues were partially identified and articulated.
8.99 to >7.49 pts
Pass (59% - 50%)
Individual analysis demonstrates a level of knowledge, skills, creativity, and accountability with significant gaps in the recommendations. Analysis of key change drivers and the underlying issues is evident, however some of the key issues have not been identified.
7.49 to >0 pts
Fail
No or insufficient individual analysis demonstrating an inadequate level of knowledge, skills, creativity, and accountability. Analysis of key change drivers and the underlying issues are inadequate are missing. Does not meet expectations. / 15 pts
Application of business theories
view longer description 15 to >11.99 pts
High Distinction (100% - 80%)
Outstanding application of business theories. Comprehensive research indicates outstanding knowledge of research principles and methods. An accurate identification and application of all relevant business theories and frameworks in the case study to the relevant context.
11.99 to >10.49 pts
Distinction (79% - 70%)
An in-depth application of business theories. Comprehensive research indicates an in-depth knowledge of research principles and methods. An accurate identification and application of all relevant business theories and frameworks in the case study to the relevant context.
10.49 to >8.99 pts
Credit (69% - 60%)
A sufficient application of business theories, minor inconsistencies are evident. Research indicates an adequate knowledge of research principles and methods. Identification and application of relevant business theories and frameworks in the case study to the relevant context.
8.99 to >7.49 pts
Pass (59% - 50%)
A limited application of business theories. Research indicates limited knowledge of research principles and methods. Some gaps in the identification and application of relevant business theories and frameworks in the case study to the relevant context.
7.49 to >0 pts
Fail
No or insufficient application of business theories. No or limited research indicates insufficient knowledge of research principles and methods. Large gaps in the identification and application of relevant business theories and frameworks in the case study to the relevant context. / 15 pts
Appropriate structure, grammar, referencing, organisation and clarity of summary 10 to >7.99 pts
High Distinction (100% - 80%)
The report is comprehensive, yet succinct, and the meaning is consistently clear. The report is organised logically to arguments presented and the correct professional format for the context has been used consistently. There is a high level of attention to detail including no grammatical, syntax and spelling errors.
7.99 to >6.99 pts
Distinction (79% - 70%)
The report is comprehensive and the meaning is clear. The summary is organised logically to arguments presented and the correct professional format for the context. There is attention to detail including no grammatical, syntax and spelling errors.
6.99 to >5.99 pts
Credit (69% - 60%)
The report has taken into account most aspects of the task, and overall the meaning is clear though there are minor instances of awkward expression. The summary mostly follows a logical sequence and an adequate professional format for the context has been used. There are some lapses in detail in grammar, syntax and spelling.
5.99 to >4.99 pts
Pass (59% - 50%)
The report has taken into account key aspects of the task, and the intended meaning can be discerned despite some lack of clarity and/or awkward expression. The summary is basically sequenced, and a professional format has been applied although there are some errors. Lapses in grammar, syntax and spelling remain.
4.99 to >0 pts
Fail
The report shows only a limited grasp of the task, and use of language fails to make meaning clear. Limited or no logic to arguments presented. Insufficient consideration has been given to applying the correct professional format. There are many errors of grammar, syntax and spelling. Does not meet expectations. / 10 pts
Total points: 0
