,The plagiarism form, available on the last page of this tutorial letter, should accompany this
assignment.
The due date for this assignment will be made available to you on the myUnisa landing page
for this module.
INVESTIGATIVE REPORT
The purpose of this question is to establish whether you know how to write an investigative report.
This requires you to do the necessary preparatory reading so that you can answer the question
adequately.
GUIDELINES
1. It is important that you read Study Units 1 and 3 in the Study Guide. You may also consult
recommended books and related additional resources to establish a sound understanding of
how to write an investigative report, using the appropriate content, structure, language, and style.
Use your resources meaningfully to create your response. Do not plagiarise.
2. Ensure that the information in the different sections of the report is presented in a logical and
coherent sequence. Provide important and specific details that are readily accessible at any
given time when the report is read.
3. Edit and proofread the report before submission. You should ensure that the report reflects
originality and resourcefulness in providing relevant information that is complete and concise.
BACKGROUND
Madikoe Holdings is a property agent contracted to manage San Packett Residential Property
owned by Ms Louisa. This property is situated in the precinct of Santa Mario city. For the past 15
years the property generated a revenue of R5,5 million per annum. However, in the past three years,
from 2022 to 2024, the revenue has dropped significantly by 50% since Madikoe Holdings was
contracted to manage the residential property. The apartments are dilapidated, lifts are not working,
and there is no security personnel to control access of visitors to the building.
INSTRUCTIONS
Dr Pheladi, Chairperson of Body Corporate, conducted an onsite inspection of the property and
requested you, care-taker of San Packett Residential Property, to investigate possible factors that
led to the dilapidated state of the building. The report, including recommendations should be
submitted to the Chairperson of the Body Corporate by 30 June 2025. Your report should be about
1- 3 pages in length.
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Use the following headings and sub-headings:
TITLE
Information to be included in the title should relate to what the investigation is about, where it is
taking place and why it is to be conducted.
1. TERMS OF REFERENCE
The following information should be included: date on which you were commissioned to conduct
the investigation, the name and position of the person who commissioned you, your name and your
position, the essence of the report, and date for the submission of the report and recommendations.
2. PROCEDURES
Identify at least four (4) methods/steps/procedures followed to collect information from various
sources. It is imperative that each method/step/procedure is numbered and mentions the purpose.
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
3. FINDINGS
Present the factual information found during the investigation under each method/step/procedure
used above to collect information. This means four (4) findings are expected as per your procedures
identified above.
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
4. CONCLUSIONS
Comment, analyse and interpret the factual information (findings) above. Do not provide more than
three (3) conclusions.
4.1
4.2
4.3
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, 5. RECOMMENDATIONS
Provide possible options or actions in relation to the purpose of the investigation. Do not instruct but
make suggestions that you think can be followed to resolve the issue. Do not provide more than
three (3) recommendations.
5.1
5.2
5.3
COMPILER’S DETAILS
This is the ending of your investigative report. Provide your signature, title, name and surname
followed by your position in the organisation. Finally, write the date.
TOTAL:100 Marks
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assignment.
The due date for this assignment will be made available to you on the myUnisa landing page
for this module.
INVESTIGATIVE REPORT
The purpose of this question is to establish whether you know how to write an investigative report.
This requires you to do the necessary preparatory reading so that you can answer the question
adequately.
GUIDELINES
1. It is important that you read Study Units 1 and 3 in the Study Guide. You may also consult
recommended books and related additional resources to establish a sound understanding of
how to write an investigative report, using the appropriate content, structure, language, and style.
Use your resources meaningfully to create your response. Do not plagiarise.
2. Ensure that the information in the different sections of the report is presented in a logical and
coherent sequence. Provide important and specific details that are readily accessible at any
given time when the report is read.
3. Edit and proofread the report before submission. You should ensure that the report reflects
originality and resourcefulness in providing relevant information that is complete and concise.
BACKGROUND
Madikoe Holdings is a property agent contracted to manage San Packett Residential Property
owned by Ms Louisa. This property is situated in the precinct of Santa Mario city. For the past 15
years the property generated a revenue of R5,5 million per annum. However, in the past three years,
from 2022 to 2024, the revenue has dropped significantly by 50% since Madikoe Holdings was
contracted to manage the residential property. The apartments are dilapidated, lifts are not working,
and there is no security personnel to control access of visitors to the building.
INSTRUCTIONS
Dr Pheladi, Chairperson of Body Corporate, conducted an onsite inspection of the property and
requested you, care-taker of San Packett Residential Property, to investigate possible factors that
led to the dilapidated state of the building. The report, including recommendations should be
submitted to the Chairperson of the Body Corporate by 30 June 2025. Your report should be about
1- 3 pages in length.
22
, ENG1504/101/3/2025
Use the following headings and sub-headings:
TITLE
Information to be included in the title should relate to what the investigation is about, where it is
taking place and why it is to be conducted.
1. TERMS OF REFERENCE
The following information should be included: date on which you were commissioned to conduct
the investigation, the name and position of the person who commissioned you, your name and your
position, the essence of the report, and date for the submission of the report and recommendations.
2. PROCEDURES
Identify at least four (4) methods/steps/procedures followed to collect information from various
sources. It is imperative that each method/step/procedure is numbered and mentions the purpose.
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
3. FINDINGS
Present the factual information found during the investigation under each method/step/procedure
used above to collect information. This means four (4) findings are expected as per your procedures
identified above.
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
4. CONCLUSIONS
Comment, analyse and interpret the factual information (findings) above. Do not provide more than
three (3) conclusions.
4.1
4.2
4.3
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, 5. RECOMMENDATIONS
Provide possible options or actions in relation to the purpose of the investigation. Do not instruct but
make suggestions that you think can be followed to resolve the issue. Do not provide more than
three (3) recommendations.
5.1
5.2
5.3
COMPILER’S DETAILS
This is the ending of your investigative report. Provide your signature, title, name and surname
followed by your position in the organisation. Finally, write the date.
TOTAL:100 Marks
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