Using the knowledge that you have gained from the subject up to, and including, Topic 9, Managing people, answer the following questions.What conflicting values are at stake in the case? Identify and

Using the knowledge that you have gained from the subject up to, and including, Topic 9, Managing people, answer the following questions.

1. What conflicting values are at stake in the case? Identify and explain, using relevant management theory and concepts. Contextualise your answer with reference to literature on integration problems in mergers and acquisitions, with specific reference to people issues. (up to 400 words)
2. Critique the process that is being applied to work out the details of the integration, particularly with regard to structure and top management staffing using relevant management theory and concepts. Ground your answer in evidence regarding people and culture issues in merger integration studies. (up to 700 words)
3. How would you recommend the conflicting values be resolved? (up to 500 words)
4. What process would you recommend that the two senior executives and their HR people follow to work out the details of integration in regard to the top structure? (up to 500 words)
5. Evaluate the usefulness of the management and organisational theories and practices from the subject that you have applied in analysing the case (up to 400 words)

Beyond the resources provided in the topics, you will need to source and use additional literature to support your argument. At least 10 academic and professional references must be used. At least five of these sources must be from academic studies.

Rational

This assessment task will assess the following learning outcome/s:

• be able to critically analyse and evaluate a variety of management and organisational theories and practices in the context of the contemporary business environment.

be able to research and communicate effectively and professionally in a variety of organisational settings