Unit 6 report and presentation structure:
At the top of your report in the header first make sure that the “Different first page” box is ticked so that the header is
only shown on the first page. Then in the header insert a title for the report that outlines its main contents, what
business it is for and who it has been compiled by.
Example:
Formal report on the current management challenges faced by (Name of the business)
and the suggested management proposals and recommendations.
This report has been prepared by (Insert your name) and is intended for the management
of (Name of the business):
Date:
1. Introduction
1.1 The purpose of this report is to:
(i) Give the business background
(ii) Purpose of the report (look at the Task 1 instructions found in Part A and Part B extract)
2. Proposed key strategic objectives
List the strategic objectives/goals of the business and explain each one, these are often listed in the Part
A extract and there are typically 3 of them. (Below are some examples)
2.1 - Increase Net profit
2.2 - Decrease Staff turnover
2.3 - Achieve higher levels of innovation and creativity
3. Current management challenges faced by (insert company name) (minimum of 4 challenges):
- Using the case study identify 4 challenges faced by the business that is negatively impacting their strategic
objectives, below are some examples: (the challenges will depend on your case study)
3.1 Unsuitable management style
3.1.1 Using the case study, identify the current management style(s) used in the business giving
a justification. Mention the advantages of the business using the leadership/management
style and list the disadvantages, showing the negative impact on the business strategic
objectives.
3.2 Lack of motivation
3.2.1 The case study may mention that staff have a lack of motivation due to a recent change or
conflicts with other staff. Explain the importance of a motivated workforce and identify
what motivational theory is currently used to motivate employees i.e. Taylorism and
whether all levels in Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs are met.
3.3 Net profit is decreasing (analysis of tables in the case study)
3.3.1 Use the tables in the case study to analyse the financial performance of the business,
there are often issues with net profit. Link relevant trends or negative performance to the
strategic objectives.
At the top of your report in the header first make sure that the “Different first page” box is ticked so that the header is
only shown on the first page. Then in the header insert a title for the report that outlines its main contents, what
business it is for and who it has been compiled by.
Example:
Formal report on the current management challenges faced by (Name of the business)
and the suggested management proposals and recommendations.
This report has been prepared by (Insert your name) and is intended for the management
of (Name of the business):
Date:
1. Introduction
1.1 The purpose of this report is to:
(i) Give the business background
(ii) Purpose of the report (look at the Task 1 instructions found in Part A and Part B extract)
2. Proposed key strategic objectives
List the strategic objectives/goals of the business and explain each one, these are often listed in the Part
A extract and there are typically 3 of them. (Below are some examples)
2.1 - Increase Net profit
2.2 - Decrease Staff turnover
2.3 - Achieve higher levels of innovation and creativity
3. Current management challenges faced by (insert company name) (minimum of 4 challenges):
- Using the case study identify 4 challenges faced by the business that is negatively impacting their strategic
objectives, below are some examples: (the challenges will depend on your case study)
3.1 Unsuitable management style
3.1.1 Using the case study, identify the current management style(s) used in the business giving
a justification. Mention the advantages of the business using the leadership/management
style and list the disadvantages, showing the negative impact on the business strategic
objectives.
3.2 Lack of motivation
3.2.1 The case study may mention that staff have a lack of motivation due to a recent change or
conflicts with other staff. Explain the importance of a motivated workforce and identify
what motivational theory is currently used to motivate employees i.e. Taylorism and
whether all levels in Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs are met.
3.3 Net profit is decreasing (analysis of tables in the case study)
3.3.1 Use the tables in the case study to analyse the financial performance of the business,
there are often issues with net profit. Link relevant trends or negative performance to the
strategic objectives.
