ASSIGNMENT 04

C15 Principles of Management

Directions: Unless otherwise stated, answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English, spelling and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be four (4) double-spaced pages; refer to the “Assignment Format” page located on the Course Home page for specific format requirements.

Writing Style  APA (American Psychological Association)

Note: To find detailed information on APA manuscript style guidelines on the Internet, go to  www.apastyle.org .

Margins  1” all sides

Paragraph  The entire document should be double-spaced on standard-sized paper (8.5? x 11?)

Headings  Bold

Type Style and Size  Times New Roman, 12 point

Software  MS Word

Student/Assignment Information

The following information should be on the first page on the top left side of the page in the format provided below. Do not provide a cover sheet.

Student Name

Student Identification Number

Course Number and Title

Assignment Number and Title

Date of Submission

To complete this assignment you will use the knowledge that you have gained in lessons 1-4.

Part A

1. Using your own words, briefly describe what social responsibility means to you personally.

2. Do you think business organizations should be socially responsible? Provide two (2) supporting facts to justify your response.

3. Do you think values-based management is just a “do-gooder” ploy? Provide one (1) supporting fact to justify your position.

Part B

1. To analyze the need to balance the interests of a variety of stakeholder groups, what questions should management ask? Provide four (4) questions.

2. How do managers misuse discipline? Provide two (2) examples.

Grading Rubric

Please refer to the rubric on the next page for the grading criteria for this assignment.