Module code: MAN6037 – Level 6: Mr P M Evans

The 3000-word essay would be in four-parts, as follows:
Section 1 (300 words, 10% of the marks): The Introduction
First, the essay will start with the introductory paragraph that will set the scene for the
important contemporary management issue that you have identified (learning
outcome #1 and marking scheme #1). A good introductory paragraph would start
with re-stating the topic, i.e. what is that the essay has set out to do. This is followed
by clearly stating the aims and objectives, the structure of the essay, the mention of
the theories/literature used followed by the case intended to be used and some
remarks about how the essay would end.
Section 2 (900 words, 30% of the marks): The Literature Review
Second, it is expected that the essay is built on the heels of a robust literature review
about the chosen topic. For example, if a student chooses to pursue the topic
“difference in cultures”, the requirement is that there are a thorough analysis and
appraisal of the literature of this topic with a greater degree of critique of conceptual
and theoretical material (learning outcome #2 and marking scheme #2). This should
be accomplished by research and the analysis of the literature, either from the library
sources and/or from google scholar. It is suggested that this is limited to no less than
five and no more than eight academic sources. By academic literature, it is meant the
books, the journal articles and credible magazines, i.e. the Economist, Forbes, and
the likes.
Section 3 (1,500 words, 50% of the mark): The Question
Thirdly, the knowledge acquired from the second part is now applied to the question
you have selected from the list provided. It will be a critical account following a logical
structure, informed by the learning from the literature review section. It should
insightfully address management issues in a global context, recognising the cultural
sensitivity of those issues (learning outcome #3 and marking scheme #3).MAN6037 Assessment Brief
Contemporary Global Management Issues
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Section 4 (300 words, 10% of the mark): The Conclusion
Finally, a conclusive paragraph should sum up the arguments and demonstrate the
solutions that different cultures are likely to adopt to address management issues with
global significance (learning outcome #4 and marking scheme #4)
It is a requirement that there is a minimum of 15 references with majority from
academic sources. The students may wish to add, as appendices, pictures, diagrams,
tables or figures if necessary (the table of contents, the list of references and
appendices do not count towards the word count).
2.2. Word count
The maximum word count is 3000 words (+/- 10%).
Your references page will not be included in the word count, but inline citations used
in the main body of the assignment (e.g., Smith and Jones 2010) will be included in
the word count.
You are required to declare the number of words used in your assignment. If you
produce less than or exceed the stipulated word count by more than 10%, a deduction
of the mark awarded will be made to reflect that you have not met the assessment
requirements. 1 mark deducted for every 100 words over or under the stipulated word
count.
2.3. Submission
Your essay should be submitted online only using through the Kaplan LMS. Hard copy
submissions/email and assignment drop will not be accepted. Please follow the
University policy regarding online submission and submitting assignments on time
(see Page 1).
2.4. Formatting and presentation
The essay should be word-processed and single line spaced. Use of bullet points
should be avoided or used sparingly.
Use Arial or Times New Roman minimum 11 and maximum 12 point, full justified with
the normal margins 2.54 applied all around.
Each page should be numbered except for the title page.
Presentation must be formal in language and style and must adhere to the structure
given above