Contemporary Management Issues
Assessment brief/s:
Assessment 1
Individual ESSAY (50%)
“Train people well enough so they can leave. Treat them well enough so they don’t want to.” – Sir Richard Branson
As we look ahead into the 21st century, leaders will be those who empower others. – Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft
To lead people, walk beside them. As for the best leaders, the people do not notice their existence … When the best leader’s work is done, the people say, ‘We did it ourselves!’ – Lao Tsu, Chinese philosopher
Discuss these statements critically within the context of 21st Century organisations, using relevant leadership and human capital theories.
ASSESSMENT 2
CASE STUDY ANALYSIS (50%)
Assessment Task Description
Harvard Case study: Hugging Face
Drawing on principles of AI and business strategy, analyse how integrating machine learning and artificial intelligence could enhance operational efficiency, reduce expenses, and identify untapped market opportunities for Hugging Face. Discuss how these technologies could enable Hugging Face to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving landscape, enhance customer experiences, and foster innovation in service offerings.
