, DPR2603 Assignment 1 2025 - (COMPLETE ANSWERS)
Semester 1 2025)- DUE 24 March 2025
Question 1
In relation to some of the theoretical paradigms you have
engaged with, discuss the Systems Perspective, using your own
words and provide Weick’s views on it.
The term organization can be viewed in different ways based on
its purpose and function. In your own words, define the term
organization.
[6 marks].
Question 1: The Systems Perspective and Weick’s
Views on It
The Systems Perspective in Organizations
The Systems Perspective views organizations as
complex, interdependent entities that operate within
a broader environment. This approach originates
from General Systems Theory (GST), developed
by Ludwig von Bertalanffy, which emphasizes the
interconnectivity of parts within a system.
In an organizational context, the Systems
Perspective suggests that organizations are open
systems, meaning they continuously interact with
Semester 1 2025)- DUE 24 March 2025
Question 1
In relation to some of the theoretical paradigms you have
engaged with, discuss the Systems Perspective, using your own
words and provide Weick’s views on it.
The term organization can be viewed in different ways based on
its purpose and function. In your own words, define the term
organization.
[6 marks].
Question 1: The Systems Perspective and Weick’s
Views on It
The Systems Perspective in Organizations
The Systems Perspective views organizations as
complex, interdependent entities that operate within
a broader environment. This approach originates
from General Systems Theory (GST), developed
by Ludwig von Bertalanffy, which emphasizes the
interconnectivity of parts within a system.
In an organizational context, the Systems
Perspective suggests that organizations are open
systems, meaning they continuously interact with
