Assessment tool 2 (AT2): Written/oral questions
Students should answer the following questions in writing. 1. Good Managers know which tasks contribute to their personal effectiveness and thus the organisations success. What role does planning play in ensuring they achieve them?
Planning allows management to identify the goals and milestones required to produce outcomes that align to the objectives of the organisation. It also allows for commitment to timeframes when identifying objectives and milestones, identifies those members of the team responsible for achieving specific tasks and it also assists with task prioritisation. 2. Does technology help or hinder us in managing work/life balance?
Technology enables us to create
7. Identify 5 forms of learning opportunities you could partake in to improve your performance. 1. Mentoring 2. Self-study 3. Job rotation 4. Classroom training 5. eLearning 8. How do you know whether your work is meeting the standards expected by your organisation?
I can gauge the standard of work and whether it meets benchmarks expected by my organisation by: * Seeking regular (annual or biannual) performance appraisals from management. * Participating in regular business unit team meetings and discussion. * Actively seeking feedback from clients and colleagues. 9. Which preferred learning style is the best and describes some preferred learning styles?
Preferred learning styles are the cognitive method by which an individual best grasps a new concept or idea. The best learning style is the one that best matches to an individual’s own learning style. Visual learners best learn by reading text or interpreting schematic diagrams, whereas auditory learners rely upon listening and engagement through speech, and retain information easily when communicating orally. Kinaesthetic or tactile learners rely on the ability to interact and learn through practical hands on experience and touch. They thrive on learning through opportunities that involve role playing, interaction, and activity. 10. What is the