Economic and Financial Management The introduction requires the
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[email protected] Module Title: Economic and Financial Management Module Code: 216MANSC/216MANEL Assessment Type: Coursework Assessment Number: 1 Study Mode: Full-time Weighting: 40% Submission Date: 31/01/2020 Submission Time: 18:00 1,500 Word Analysis Introduction: Managers and leaders in organisations may be expected to monitor and measure the performance of an organisation to for fill its aims and objectives. Analysis of business performance, allows managers to make informed decisions in the best interests of organisational success alongside its long term strategy. You are required to select and research a commercial organisation, based in the UK, which is currently in administration. Completion of this assignment will address the following learning outcomes: 1 Identify and evaluate the impact the economy has on business organisations 2 Appraise and apply economic theory to a range of contemporary business contexts. 3 Analyse the micro and macro-economic forces on contemporary business. Task: Title: Economics and the business You are required to identify and research an organisation that has failed. You are to produce a 1,500 word analysis in report format on the micro and macro-economic factors that led to the failure. Your report should review and reflect your knowledge and theory of economics. It must include an analysis of the impact of the mirco and macro environmental factors in relation to you chosen organisation. Your audience are the attendees of a regional CMI workshop. You should cover learning outcomes 1, 2 & 3. Your choice of organisation should be agreed with your tutor during tutorials. mailto:
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[email protected] * Title of the Assessment * Assessment number * Word count The word count identified includes quotations, but excludes the bibliography and unless specifically stated, encompasses a discrepancy of + or – 10%. Banding Knowledge and Understanding (30%) Analysis, Evaluation and Application of Theory (30%) Quality of Research (20%) Academic Writing (20%) 90-100% Exceptional knowledge base exploring, analysing and evaluating the discipline and its theory with extraordinary originality and autonomy. Demonstrates an exceptional grasp of relevant analytical techniques, and the ability to apply these to new and/or abstract information and situations. Shows a highly developed appreciation of the limits and/or appropriate uses of particular analytical and evaluative approaches. Knowledge and understanding of theory, where relevant, is highly detailed. Exceptional appreciation of the limits of theory demonstrated throughout all assessment outcomes. Approach to assessment task is theoretically informed to an exceptional standard. Exceptional exploration of wider academic sources with a high degree of independent learning which exceeds the assessment brief. Sources have been accurately interpreted and integrated with flawless synthesis, leading to innovative and interesting ideas. With some adjustments, work may be considered for internal publication. Exceptional answer with coherent and logical presentation of ideas. The answer exhibits a clear argument/line of reasoning with flair and originality. Discipline specific vocabulary used with precision and academic style applied well throughout. No language errors present and referencing in the CU version of Harvard has been employed in an accurate manner. With some adjustments, work may be considered for internal publication. 80-89% Outstanding knowledge base exploring, analysing and evaluating the discipline and its theory with clear originality and autonomy. Demonstrates an outstanding grasp of relevant analytical and/or evaluative techniques. Shows a developed appreciation of the limits and/or appropriate uses of particular analytical and/or evaluative approaches. Knowledge and understanding of theory, where Outstanding exploration of wider academic sources with a high degree of independent learning which exceeds the assignment brief. Sources have been accurately interpreted and integrated with a high degree of Outstanding answer with coherent and logical presentation of ideas. The answer exhibits a clear argument/line of reasoning with flair and originality. Discipline specific vocabulary used with precision and academic style applied throughout. No language errors present. Referencing in the CU version relevant, is detailed and sophisticated. Appreciation of the limits of theory demonstrated throughout the work. Approach to assessment task is clearly and appropriately theoretically informed. synthesis, leading to innovative and interesting ideas. of Harvard has been employed in an accurate manner. 70-79% Excellent knowledge base that supports analysis and/or evaluation and problem- solving in theory and/or practice within the discipline, with considerable originality. Demonstrates a detailed, accurate, theoretical understanding. Appropriately selected theoretical knowledge is applied to the individual learning outcomes. Makes excellent use of established techniques of analysis and/or evaluation relevant to the discipline and applies these effectively. Shows developed ability to appraise alternative theories and/or analytic approaches, where relevant. Excellent exploration of wider academic sources with evidence of independent learning which may exceed the assignment brief. Sources have been accurately interpreted and integrated with an attempt made at synthesis, leading to interesting ideas. Excellent answer with coherent and logical presentation of ideas. The answer is entirely relevant and focused with a clear argument/line of reasoning throughout. Discipline specific vocabulary used with precision and academic writing style applied throughout. No language errors present. Referencing in the CU version of Harvard has been employed in an accurate manner. 60-69% Very good knowledge base that supports analysis and/or evaluation and problem- solving in theory and/or practice within the discipline, with some originality displayed. Makes very good use of established techniques of analysis and/or evaluation relevant to the discipline. Shows developing ability to compare alternative theories and/or analytic approaches, where relevant. Very good evidence of wider academic reading and independent learning. Sources have been accurately interpreted and integrated with some evidence of synthesis. Very good answer with coherent and logical presentation of ideas. The answer is relevant and focused. Discipline specific vocabulary is used and academic writing style applied. Minimal language errors may be present but do not impact on clarity of expression. Referencing in the CU version of Harvard is accurate. 50-59% Good knowledge base that supports some analysis and/or evaluation and problem-solving in theory and/or practice within the discipline. Makes good use of established techniques of analysis and/or evaluation, relevant to the discipline. Sound descriptive knowledge of key theories with some appropriate application. Good evidence of academic reading, with attempt at moving beyond the recommended texts. Interpretation of sources is acceptable with evidence of integration. Good answer with coherent and logical presentation. The answer is largely relevant but lacks focus at points. There is an attempt at using discipline specific vocabulary and academic writing style. Some language errors are present which impacts on clarity at times. Referencing in the CU version of Harvard is mostly accurate. 40-49% Satisfactory knowledge base demonstrating comprehension and formulation of basic knowledge with some omissions at the level of theoretical understanding. Limited ability to discuss theory and solve problems within the discipline. Makes satisfactory but limited use of established techniques of analysis and/or evaluation, relevant to the discipline. Selection of theory, if relevant to