IRM4723Assignment 3 2025
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Due date: August 2025
PART A
QUESTION 1
Question 1.1 – Description of the Three Levels of Management
In any typical organisation, there are three hierarchical levels of management that carry
different responsibilities:
Top-level management is responsible for strategic decision-making, including setting
the overall goals, vision, and direction of the company. These managers are involved
in long-term planning and policy development.
Middle-level management translates the strategic goals from top management into
actionable plans and oversees departments or divisions. They make tactical decisions
focused on medium-term goals and allocate resources effectively.
Operational-level management handles the day-to-day activities of the organisation.
They are responsible for direct supervision of employees and ensure that tasks and
processes are carried out efficiently to meet short-term objectives.
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PART A
QUESTION 1
Question 1.1 – Description of the Three Levels of Management
In any typical organisation, there are three hierarchical levels of management that
carry different responsibilities:
Top-level management is responsible for strategic decision-making,
including setting the overall goals, vision, and direction of the company. These
managers are involved in long-term planning and policy development.
Middle-level management translates the strategic goals from top
management into actionable plans and oversees departments or divisions.
They make tactical decisions focused on medium-term goals and allocate
resources effectively.
Operational-level management handles the day-to-day activities of the
organisation. They are responsible for direct supervision of employees and
ensure that tasks and processes are carried out efficiently to meet short-term
objectives.
Question 1.2 – DBMS Decision Support at the Top-Level Management
At the top-level of management, a Database Management System (DBMS)
provides decision support by enabling strategic data analysis and long-term
planning. Specifically, it:
Provides information for strategic decision-making by delivering
summaries, trend analyses, and forecasts based on both internal and external
data sources.
Supports strategic planning and policy formulation by offering a
centralised system to access reliable and up-to-date data required to define
long-term goals.
Unique Number:
Due date: August 2025
PART A
QUESTION 1
Question 1.1 – Description of the Three Levels of Management
In any typical organisation, there are three hierarchical levels of management that carry
different responsibilities:
Top-level management is responsible for strategic decision-making, including setting
the overall goals, vision, and direction of the company. These managers are involved
in long-term planning and policy development.
Middle-level management translates the strategic goals from top management into
actionable plans and oversees departments or divisions. They make tactical decisions
focused on medium-term goals and allocate resources effectively.
Operational-level management handles the day-to-day activities of the organisation.
They are responsible for direct supervision of employees and ensure that tasks and
processes are carried out efficiently to meet short-term objectives.
DISCLAIMER & TERMS OF USE
Educational Aid: These study notes are intended to be used as educational resources and should not be seen as a
replacement for individual research, critical analysis, or professional consultation. Students are encouraged to perform
their own research and seek advice from their instructors or academic advisors for specific assignment guidelines.
Personal Responsibility: While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information in
these study notes, the seller does not guarantee the completeness or correctness of all content. The buyer is
responsible for verifying the accuracy of the information and exercising their own judgment when applying it to their
assignments.
Academic Integrity: It is essential for students to maintain academic integrity and follow their institution's policies
regarding plagiarism, citation, and referencing. These study notes should be used as learning tools and sources of
inspiration. Any direct reproduction of the content without proper citation and acknowledgment may be considered
academic misconduct.
Limited Liability: The seller shall not be liable for any direct or indirect damages, losses, or consequences arising from
the use of these notes. This includes, but is not limited to, poor academic performance, penalties, or any other negative
consequences resulting from the application or misuse of the information provided.
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PART A
QUESTION 1
Question 1.1 – Description of the Three Levels of Management
In any typical organisation, there are three hierarchical levels of management that
carry different responsibilities:
Top-level management is responsible for strategic decision-making,
including setting the overall goals, vision, and direction of the company. These
managers are involved in long-term planning and policy development.
Middle-level management translates the strategic goals from top
management into actionable plans and oversees departments or divisions.
They make tactical decisions focused on medium-term goals and allocate
resources effectively.
Operational-level management handles the day-to-day activities of the
organisation. They are responsible for direct supervision of employees and
ensure that tasks and processes are carried out efficiently to meet short-term
objectives.
Question 1.2 – DBMS Decision Support at the Top-Level Management
At the top-level of management, a Database Management System (DBMS)
provides decision support by enabling strategic data analysis and long-term
planning. Specifically, it:
Provides information for strategic decision-making by delivering
summaries, trend analyses, and forecasts based on both internal and external
data sources.
Supports strategic planning and policy formulation by offering a
centralised system to access reliable and up-to-date data required to define
long-term goals.
