Management Question

Complete a questionnaire in which you analyze an experience with managing a specific event or project.

INTRODUCTION

The assessments in this course build upon one another and must be completed in the order presented.

Are you a planner? One of the primary roles of a manager is to plan. Are you a natural planner? What makes a good planner? What goes into creating a solid plan? Do you have a career plan?

OVERVIEW

In this assessment, you will complete a questionnaire in which you will analyze an experience with managing a specific event or project.

PREPARATION

Review the Atha Questionnaire [DOCX].Atha Questionnaire [DOCX]. Use it and the scenario below to complete this assessment.

SCENARIO

Atha markets its product—unique lighting products (wall, pendant, floor, table, and nightlights)—through a series of regional distributors and an online marketplace. The CEO has asked her leadership team to nominate managers within their areas to spearhead a project to help Atha achieve its corporate goals.

A short time later, you received the following e-mail from your director:

Hello,
I have nominated you to lead a project for the CEO of Atha Corporation. To be considered, I need you to provide responses to the questions in the attached document. Please return your completed document to me within seven business days.
Thanks,
Katie Hart
Director – Atha Corporation.

INSTRUCTIONS

Respond to the scenario by completing the Atha Questionnaire [DOCX].

INSTRUCTIONS

Respond to the scenario by completing the Atha Questionnaire [DOCX].

Additional Requirements

Your assessment should also meet the following requirements:

• Format: Use the Atha Questionnaire document to complete this assessment.
• Length: 750-1,000 words per section (three sections).
• Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.
• Written communication: Use correct grammar and mechanics and express your main points, arguments, and conclusions coherently.
  • Proofread your writing.

COMPETENCIES MEASURED

By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment scoring guide criteria:

• Competency 1: Analyze characteristics and behaviors of effective managers.
  • Analyze one’s own approach to management of a specified project or event.
  • Justify why chosen management characteristics are appropriate for a specified situation.
• Competency 3: Communicate effectively and professionally.
  • Convey clear meaning in active voice, with minimal issues in grammar, usage, word choice, spelling, or mechanical errors.
  • Describe an instance where one was required to manage a group, team, or project.