MNG4801 Assignment 1 (QUALITY ANSWERS) 2024

This document contains workings, explanations and solutions to the MNG4801 Assignment 1 (QUALITY ANSWERS) 2024. For assistance call or us on 0.6.8..8.1.2..0.9.3.4........ Question 2: 2.Review Topic lesson 2 and Topic Lesson 3 (on the module site) uploaded on the MNG4801module site that discusses referencing, paraphrasing and plagiarism. Then answer thefollowing multiple-choice questions on referencing, paraphrasing and plagiarism as part ofQuestion 2 in your assignment 1.*Please note: Conventions regarding referencing style and guidelines pertaining to paraphrasing may differ between Institutions, Colleges, Departments and even modules. For MNG4801 it is important that you adhere to the CEMS Harvard referencing Guidelines (available on the myUnisa module site) AND review the additional Topic lessons we have provided on the module site to understand what is expected of you. Example on how to answer Question 2 in your assignment answer script: Question 2: 1 (a) 2 (b) 3 (c) 1.Why is it important to reference the sources you use?a.So that the lecturer or marker can locate all your sourcesb.To give context and evidence of your argumentsc.To demonstrate your understanding of a topicd.To credit the ideas and works of otherse.To avoid plagiarisingf.All of the above2.Which one of the following is an example of plagiarism?a.Copying and pasting text without referencing the source.b.Buying essays online and submitting them as your own.c.Resubmitting previously submitted work without referencing.d.Submitting an individual assignment created by a group.e.The use of paraphrasing software.f.The use of artificial intelligence (AI) platforms to generate answers.g.Paraphrasing text and including citations to non-existent or inaccurate information about the sources used.h.Including proper in-text referencing with the text, but relying too closely on the text’s original wording and/or structurei.All the above 31 3.When is it acceptable to use inverted commas in your assignments/exam for MNG4801?a.When using a short excerpt directly from a case study.b.When I copy and paste content and I reference it.c.When a phrase or sentence (no longer than 3-4 words) is so specific that it cannot be put into your own wordsd.When emphasizing a certain word or short phrase (no longer than 3-4 words).1.a b c2.b c d3.a c d4.a b d4.The act of collusion also constitutes plagiarism and includes:a.Paying someone to write an essay for you or buying an essay online.b.Downloading an essay from the internet.c.Asking someone to rewrite sections for you.d.Copying from someone or allowing your work to be copied.e.All of the above5.When I paraphrase in my assignment or exam for MNG4801, I need to:a.Change one or two words by using synonyms and reference it to make it my ownb.Put quotation marks around the text and reference it.c.Use only the idea from the text without referencing it.d.Summarize the text in my own words and reference it.6.What is the correct reference format for the book that is prescribed for MNG4801 according to the CEMS Harvard referencing style?a.Strategic management,.L. Louw, & P. Venter, Cape Town: Oxford University Pressb.Louw, L. & Venter, P. (2019) Strategic Management: Towards sustainable strategies in South Africa. Cape Town: Oxford University Pressc.Louw, L. & Venter, P. 2019. Strategic Management: Towards sustainable strategies in South Africa. Cape Town: Oxford University Pressd.Venter, Peet. 2019. Strategic Management. Cape Town: Oxford University Press7.What is the correct reference format for a journal article according to the CEMS Harvard referencing style?a.Nicolai J. Foss. 2020, 'Behavioral Strategy and the COVID-19 disruption', Journal of Management, 8 (46): .b.Foss, N.J. 2020. Behavioral Strategy and the COVID-19 disruption. Journal of Management, 8 (46): .c.Foss, N.J. 2020. 'Behavioral Strategy and the COVID-19 disruption', Journal of Management, 8 (46): .d.Foss, N.J. 2020, 'Behavioral Strategy and the COVID-19 disruption', Sustainability, Vol 8, no. 46: pages 32 8.What is the correct reference format for an internet source according to the CEMS Harvard referencing style?a.Weida, S & Stolley, K. 2013. Developing strong thesis statements. Available at: < Total: [10] [End of MCQ section. Question 3 begins on the next page]. 33 MNG4801/102/0/2022 Question 3: 3.Critically evaluate Haval’s strategy by applying the tests for a winning strategy. Concludeyour analysis by commenting on whether Haval’s strategy is effective according to thecharacteristics of a winning strategy. Support your discussion by integrating the appropriateapplication of theory and examples from the case study. <Your answer must not exceed 1 ½ pages> Total: [14] Question 4: 4.As a business consultant with specific expertise in the automotive industry, you have been tasked to advise management at Haval about the external environmental influences (Louw & Venter, 2019: 113) they face within the South African market that will influence their strategic decision-making. Critically discuss each of these influences and apply them to the Haval case study. Support your analysis by integrating appropriate application of theory and examples from the case study. <Your answer must not exceed 1 ½ pages> Total: [13] Question 5: 5.“In the past Chinese car brands have not always been successful in the South African market.” Consider the above statement taken from the Haval case study and critically analyse whyHaval has been successful in the South African market using Kim and Mauborgne’s fivefundamental differences between more and less successful organisations. Support youranalysis by integrating the appropriate application of theory and examples from the case study. <Your answer must not exceed 1 ½ pages> Total: [14] In addition to incorporating and referencing theory from your prescribed material into your answer for Question 4, you must locate, incorporate and reference 1 (one) applicable academic article of your choice (published after 2018) from the Unisa library into your discussion. 34 MNG4801/101/0/2024 Question 6: (Compulsory Graded online activity): 6.The compulsory graded activity linked to Lesson 1 (refer to MNG4801 module site) must be included in assignment 01 as Question 6. This activity contributes towards the total mark of assignment 01 and cannot be captured or graded separately. Follow these instructions:Go to the discussion forum on the myUnisa site titled “Graded activity: The nature of strategic management” (Assignment 1: Question 6)” and complete the graded activity (instructions are in Lesson 1).Insert (not embedded file) three (3) screenshots of the answers you have provided to the three online questions that were posted on the discussion forum activity in your assignment. NB: Make sure we can see your name next to your post on the screenshot as proof that you answered the question. Total: [9] Question 7: 7.Briefly answer these reflection questions: •Do you feel that you have achieved the learning outcomes in the assignment? •In what way did this assignment contribute to your understanding of the course andconcepts? Total: [5]