A common refrain among executives is ‘People are our most important asset’. Relate this statement to any two of the four perspectives of organisational effectiveness presented in topic 1 (Introduction to the Field of Organisational Behaviour). Does this statement apply better to some perspectives than to others? Why or why not? (400 words)

SECTION B Read the following extract and then answer the question below Organisational politicsAll organisations deal with organisational politics in varying degrees across the globe. It is a reality of the workplace. Great leaders are politically aware of what is happening in their organisations and try to use politics positively. They know which individuals are pursuing their self-interest and personal agendas instead of the defined organisational goals. Organisational politics is also known as workplace politicsLeaders must use their power and social networking within the organisation to achieve changes that benefit the organisation and individuals within it. They make sure that influences by individuals who serve personal interests are kept at bay. People can use politics for a number of reasons; to gain personal access to resources and tangible assets, and to gain status or authority. Yet when well managed organisational politics can bring about real change, increase efficiency,…

Organization Change is necessary for the long term success of an organization. List some of the prerequisites of Organization Change.

You have just been appointed as CEO to an inadequately performing Australian telecommunications company. Its customer service record is very poor, it is a technological follower rather than a leader and staff morale is low. Drawing from the concepts and ideas in this unit lecture, devise an organisational change strategy for the company. Would you adopt Organisation development (OD) or Organisational transformation (OT)? Why? (Word count 350-400)