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Course Learning Outcomes-Covered
Aligned (PLOs) |
Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs) |
Question |
MGT.K.1 (1.1) |
Find some structured ways of dealing with complex managerial decision problems. |
Question-1 |
MGT.K.3 (1.2) |
Explain simple decision models and management science ideas that provide powerful and (often surprising) qualitative insight about large spectrum of managerial problems. |
Question-3, 5 |
MGT.S.1 (2.1) |
Demonstrate the tools for deciding when and which decision models to use for specific problems. |
Question-2 |
MGT.V.1 (3.1) |
Build an understanding of the kind of problems that is tackled using Spreadsheet Modeling and decision analysis. |
Question-4 |
Assignment Instructions:
- Log in to Saudi Digital Library (SDL) via Universitys website
- On first page of SDL, choose English Databases
- From the list find and click on EBSCO database.
- In the Search Bar of EBSCO find the following article:
Title: Towards Cognitively Complex Problem Solving: Six Models of Public Service Reforms (Case Study).
Author: Willy McCourt
Assignment Questions: (Marks 10)
Read the above case study and answer the following Questions:
Question 1: Explain the six models of problem-solving approach that are suitable for public service improvements (250-300 words). (2 Marks).
Question 2: What is the Cognitively Complex Problem-Solving method according to your understanding? (250-300 words) (2 Marks).
Question 3: Discuss the anticipated problems in public service reforms, also suggest a suitable solution? (250-300 words) (2 Marks).
Question 4: Why capacity building is a distinctive feature of management in the organizations? (250-300 words) (2 Marks).
Question 5: Write minimum four references in APA style in support of your answers (2 Marks).
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