Comparing Two Approaches of Change Process Management
Instructions
Refer to the case study ‘Super Star University’ (p. 504 of the textbook). Respond to the following two questions in relation to the marking criteria provided below.
- Contrast and critically analyze the change process/es used in the two different Faculties (i.e. Faculty of Arts and Faculty of Engineering, Architecture, and Environmental Sciences) (750 words – 15%)
- What are the major sources of resistance to change in the Faculty of Engineering, Architecture, and Environmental Sciences? If you were an Executive Faculty Dean, how would you overcome staff resistance to change? (750 words – 15%)
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The idea behind the organizational change is to enhance performance. However, where it is not handled in line with best practices, it may fail. In fact, the change process could turn into a crisis within the organization and affect the morale of the employees. This essay contrasts the change processes adopted by two deans in two faculties.
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