Discuss a statement in relation to a concrete case of organizational change.

“The different theories of organizational change invite us to pay attention to

many facets of the same phenomenon. By doing so, two different theories of

organizational change can often provide us different interpretations of any given

situation”. Discuss this statement in relation to a concrete case of organizational

change.

Note 1: The suggested word limit is 3500 words, and the ultimate maximum word

limit is 4000 words. You are required to provide a word count at the end of the

text. This excludes references and appendices. If you decide to analyze your own

case-study, for the sake of fairness, you are allowed to present a descriptive case study

as an appendix, which is not included in the word count.

Note 2: Your work will be assessed in relation to the three criteria detailed in the

marking scheme.

Note3: You will be expected to develop your arguments with appropriate

reference to a range of peer-reviewed journal articles, and avoid over-reliance on

textbooks.

Note 4: You are expected to provide an accurate list of references, using the UWE

Harvard referencing system. Help with how to use Harvard referencing can be

found on the UWE study skills website at:

http://www.uwe.ac.uk/library/resources/hub/

Classes outline:

Adaptation and Growth Perspective—Part I

Adaptation and Growth Perspective—Part II

Selection and Imitation Perspective—Part I

Selection and Imitation Perspective—Part II

Preparation for assignment

The Cognitive Perspective

The Cultural Perspective

The Political Perspective—Part I

The Social Dynamic Perspective—Part I

The Social Dynamic Perspective—Part II

Conclusion to the Module: Revisiting the Multiple

Perspective Approach