Powerpoint
Instructions
In a PowerPoint presentation (approximately 10 slides), explain why organizational structures differ. Define and provide an example of the four reasons why structures differ, which are as follows:
strategy,
organizational size,
technology, and
environment.
Be sure to cite any sources used in a reference slide by utilizing APA formatting. Cite at least one scholarly article from the CSU Online Library. Title and reference slides do not count toward the required length of the presentation. You are encouraged to use the slide notes function, when appropriate, to clarify the purpose and intent for each slide.
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MBA 6001, Organizational Research and Theory 1
Course Learning Outcomes for Unit VI
Upon completion of this unit, students should be able to:
6. Distinguish among organizational design models and organizational structures.
6.1 Explain why organizational structures differ.
Reading Assignment
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Feurer, R., & Chaharbaghi, K. (1997). Strategy development: Past, present and future. Training for Quality,
5(2), 58-70. Retrieved from
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Verle, K., Markic, M., Kodric, B., & Gorenc Zoran, A. (2014). Managerial competencies and organizational
structures. Industrial Management & Data Systems, 114(6), 922-935. Retrieved from
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Unit Lesson
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Suggested Reading
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Hurley, R. F., Gillespie, N., Ferrin, D. L., & Dietz, G. (2013). Designing trustworthy organizations. MIT Sloan
Management Review, 54(4), 75-82. Retrieved from
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Murshed, S. T. H., Uddin, S., & Hossain, L. (2015). Transitivity, hierarchy and reciprocity of organizational
communication network during crisis. International Journal of Organizational Analysis, 23(1), 2-20.
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Review this video to see how the McMurdo Group began working within a matrix structure.
McMurdoGroup. (2015, June 30). Succeeding in a matrix organization [Video file]. Retrieved from
UNIT VI STUDY GUIDE
Organizational Design Models
and Organizational Structures
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MBA 6001, Organizational Research and Theory 2
UNIT x STUDY GUIDE
Title
Watch this 4.5 minute clip on organizational design.
Glenn, M. (2012, March 19). Michael Glenn overview organization design [Video file]. Retrieved from
Learning Activities (Nongraded)
Nongraded Learning Activities are provided to aid students in their course of study. You do not have to submit
them. If you have questions, contact your instructor for further guidance and information.
Examine the behavioral implications of work specialization, the effect of span of control, and participative
decision-making. In response, write a one-page summary.
