InstructionsComplete each empty cell in the Attached Worksheet to define and apply key concepts from this week's materials, as follows:Define. In the Define column, explain the concepts using course
Management Concepts for Success 6
Applying Management Concepts for Success at School and Career
[Your Name]
University of Phoenix, School of Business
Management
MGT/521
[Faculty Name]
[Date]
MGT/521 Week One Concepts and Applications Worksheet
Name |
Concept | Summarize (50-75 words per response) | Cite | Question | Apply (50-75 words per response) |
Definition of management | How can you apply the definition of management to better perform in your job? | |||
The functions of management | How can you apply the functions of management to be more efficient and effective in integrating your MBA pursuit with work and family? | |||
Differences among the four levels of management [hint: pyramid]? | Where are you on the management pyramid? What is your strategy for advancing up the pyramid while pursuing your MBA? | |||
Skills exceptional managers need | Considering the skills exceptional managers need, what are your strengths and weaknesses? How will you cultivate those skills at school and work? | |||
Roles that managers must play | Considering the three types of managerial roles defined by Mintzberg, what actions should you take to fulfill your role as an effective and efficient manager? | |||
Difference between a fixed mind-set and a growth-mindset | Do you have a fixed mind-set or a growth mind-set? How will developing and strengthening a growth mind-set help you to become more successful at school, work, and family? | |||
Management theory (Identify three) | What management theory most aligns with your preferred management style? How might shifting your preferences make you a better manager? |
References Cited
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Select “Style > APA”
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Self-Evaluation Content = 80% | Met | Partially Met | Not Met | CONTENT COMMENTS |
Defined key concepts in management, including: Definition of management; The functions of management; Differences among the four levels of management [hint: pyramid]; Skills exceptional managers need; Roles that managers must play; Difference between a fixed mind-set and a growth-mindset; Management theory. |
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Definitions represented your learning by properly paraphrasing quoting, and citing sources; you did not copy and paste the definitions into the table. | ||||
Tapped learning value for tuition investment, established credibility, and enhanced integrity by supporting definitions with research from the required materials, with proper citations. BONUS: Used the Word References feature to Manage Resources and Insert Citations. | ||||
Applied each concept for success in MBA program and career by providing a brief response to each question in the “Apply” column of the worksheet. | ||||
Applied and cited the required resources, including the “Management: A practical introduction” textbook and the “Management styles explained” video. | ||||
Provided a References Cited Page using APA formatted references. BONUS: Used the Word References feature to Manage Resources and build References. | ||||
CONTENT SCORE: X/8 |
Writing = 20% | Met | Partially Met | Not Met | WRITING COMMENTS |
Sentences are complete, clear, and concise. | ||||
Follows rules of grammar and usage, including correct spelling, and punctuation. | ||||
Properly cites and references sources using APA format. BONUS: Automated attribution by using the Word References feature to Manage Sources, Insert Citation, and Build your References Cited page. | ||||
WITING SCORE: X/2 |
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