COM2601 Assignment 3
PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) Semester 2 2024
, COM2601 Assignment 3 PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) Semester 2 2024
QUESTION 1 COMPANY PROFILE [5] 1 Write a brief
background on the company you have chosen to observe. (5)
To write a brief background for a company, it's important to include some key details:
1. Company Name: Start by identifying the company.
2. Year Established: Mention when the company was founded.
3. Industry/Market Sector: Describe the industry or sector the company operates in.
4. Products/Services: Outline the main products or services it offers.
5. Size and Presence: Provide information on its size, such as the number of employees or
global presence (if relevant).
6. Mission or Vision: Include a sentence or two about the company's goals or purpose.
Can you specify the company you're writing about? I can help you tailor the background to fit
QUESTION 2 COMMUNICATION IN THE ORGANISATION [20]
2.1 Briefly discuss the difference between formal and informal
networks. (4) 2.2 Identify the formal and informal channels of
communication within your chosen organisation. Also indicate if
you think these communication channels are appropriate for the
specific organisation. (6) 2.3 Describe the flow of communication
within organisations in general, with specific reference to upward,
downward and horizontal flow of communication within
organisations. (6) 2.4 How would you describe the flow of
communication in the organisation you visited? Illustrate your
answer by drawing an organogram of the flow of communication
within the organisation. (Use networks or channels of
communication as guidelines.) (4)
2.1 Difference Between Formal and Informal Networks (4)
Formal Networks: These are official, structured channels of communication that follow
the organizational hierarchy. Communication flows through defined pathways such as
memos, emails, reports, or official meetings. It’s often documented, controlled, and
follows established protocols.
Informal Networks:
These are unofficial and more spontaneous communication channels that occur among
PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) Semester 2 2024
, COM2601 Assignment 3 PORTFOLIO (COMPLETE
ANSWERS) Semester 2 2024
QUESTION 1 COMPANY PROFILE [5] 1 Write a brief
background on the company you have chosen to observe. (5)
To write a brief background for a company, it's important to include some key details:
1. Company Name: Start by identifying the company.
2. Year Established: Mention when the company was founded.
3. Industry/Market Sector: Describe the industry or sector the company operates in.
4. Products/Services: Outline the main products or services it offers.
5. Size and Presence: Provide information on its size, such as the number of employees or
global presence (if relevant).
6. Mission or Vision: Include a sentence or two about the company's goals or purpose.
Can you specify the company you're writing about? I can help you tailor the background to fit
QUESTION 2 COMMUNICATION IN THE ORGANISATION [20]
2.1 Briefly discuss the difference between formal and informal
networks. (4) 2.2 Identify the formal and informal channels of
communication within your chosen organisation. Also indicate if
you think these communication channels are appropriate for the
specific organisation. (6) 2.3 Describe the flow of communication
within organisations in general, with specific reference to upward,
downward and horizontal flow of communication within
organisations. (6) 2.4 How would you describe the flow of
communication in the organisation you visited? Illustrate your
answer by drawing an organogram of the flow of communication
within the organisation. (Use networks or channels of
communication as guidelines.) (4)
2.1 Difference Between Formal and Informal Networks (4)
Formal Networks: These are official, structured channels of communication that follow
the organizational hierarchy. Communication flows through defined pathways such as
memos, emails, reports, or official meetings. It’s often documented, controlled, and
follows established protocols.
Informal Networks:
These are unofficial and more spontaneous communication channels that occur among
