Management Question

‫المملكة العربية السعودية‬
‫وزارة التعليم‬
‫الجامعة السعودية اإللكترونية‬

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Ministry of Education
Saudi Electronic University

College of Administrative and Financial Sciences

Assignment 3
Organizational Behaviour (MGT 301)
Due Date: 30/11/2024 @ 23:59
Course Name: Organizational Behaviour

Student’s Name:

Course Code: MGT301

Student’s ID Number:

Semester: 1st Term

CRN: 16473
Academic Year:2024-25

For Instructor’s Use only
Instructor’s Name: Dr. Abdullah Bubshait
Students’ Grade: /10

Level of Marks: High/Middle/Low

General Instructions – PLEASE READ THEM CAREFULLY
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The Assignment must be submitted on Blackboard (WORD format only) via the
allocated folder.
Assignments submitted through email will not be accepted.
Students are advised to make their work clear and well presented; marks may be reduced
for poor presentation. This includes filling in your information on the cover page.
Students must mention the question number clearly in their answers.
Late submissions will NOT be accepted.
Avoid plagiarism, the work should be in your own words, copying from students or other
resources without proper referencing will result in ZERO marks. No exceptions.
All answers must be typed using Times New Roman (size 12, double-spaced) font. No
pictures containing text will be accepted and will be considered plagiarism).
Submissions without this cover page will NOT be accepted.

Learning Outcomes:

CLO-Covered
1. Define the impact of company’s culture, structure and design can have on its
organizational behavior. (CLO3).
2. Assess challenges of effective organizational communication and share information
within the team in a professional manner. (CLO4).
3. Evaluate ethical issues as related to organizational behavior and decision-making
from an individual and organization perspective. (CLO6).

Assignment 3
Reference Source:
Textbook: Colquitt, J. A., LePine, J. A., & Wesson, M. J. (2021). Organizational behaviour:
Improving performance and commitment in the workplace (7th ed). Burr Ridge, IL:
McGraw-Hill Irwin.

Critical Thinking: Discussion Chapters: – Please read Chapters 11, 12 & 15 “Teams: Characteristics and
Diversity, Teams: Processes and Communication, and Organizational Structure”
carefully and then give your answers based on your understanding.
Assignment Question(s):
1. What are the challenges and best practices for managing team dynamics in a high-

growth, rapidly changing business environment? (03 Marks) (Min words 150-200)
2. How do leaders use different forms of power to influence organizational outcomes, and
what are the ethical implications of each? (03 Marks) (Min words 150-200)
3. How does the concept of span of control affect organisational efficiency and employee
satisfaction, and how should leaders determine the optimal span of control? (04 Marks)
(Min words 200-250)
Important Note: 1. Support your submission with course material concepts, principles, and theories from
the textbook and at least two scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles.
2. References required in the assignment. Use APA style for writing references.

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‫المملكة العربية السعودية‬
‫وزارة التعليم‬
‫الجامعة السعودية اإللكترونية‬

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Ministry of Education
Saudi Electronic University

College of Administrative and Financial Sciences

Assignment 3
Organizational Behaviour (MGT 301)
Due Date: 30/11/2024 @ 23:59
Course Name: Organizational Behaviour

Student’s Name: SEU ELITE

Course Code: MGT301

Student’s ID Number:

Semester: 1st Term

CRN:
Academic Year:2024-25

For Instructor’s Use only
Instructor’s Name: Dr.xxxxxxxxxxxx
Students’ Grade: /10

Level of Marks: High/Middle/Low

General Instructions – PLEASE READ THEM CAREFULLY
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The Assignment must be submitted on Blackboard (WORD format only) via the
allocated folder.
Assignments submitted through email will not be accepted.
Students are advised to make their work clear and well presented; marks may be reduced
for poor presentation. This includes filling in your information on the cover page.
Students must mention the question number clearly in their answers.
Late submissions will NOT be accepted.
Avoid plagiarism, the work should be in your own words, copying from students or other
resources without proper referencing will result in ZERO marks. No exceptions.
All answers must be typed using Times New Roman (size 12, double-spaced) font. No
pictures containing text will be accepted and will be considered plagiarism).
Submissions without this cover page will NOT be accepted.

Learning Outcomes:

CLO-Covered
1. Define the impact of company’s culture, structure and design can have on its
organizational behavior. (CLO3).
2. Assess challenges of effective organizational communication and share information
within the team in a professional manner. (CLO4).
3. Evaluate ethical issues as related to organizational behavior and decision-making
from an individual and organization perspective. (CLO6).

Assignment 3
Reference Source:
Textbook: Colquitt, J. A., LePine, J. A., & Wesson, M. J. (2021). Organizational behaviour:
Improving performance and commitment in the workplace (7th ed). Burr Ridge, IL:
McGraw-Hill Irwin.

Critical Thinking: Discussion Chapters: – Please read Chapters 11, 12 & 15 “Teams: Characteristics and
Diversity, Teams: Processes and Communication, and Organizational Structure”
carefully and then give your answers based on your understanding.
Assignment Question(s):
1. What are the challenges and best practices for managing team dynamics in a high-

growth, rapidly changing business environment? (03 Marks) (Min words 150-200)
2. How do leaders use different forms of power to influence organizational outcomes, and
what are the ethical implications of each? (03 Marks) (Min words 150-200)
3. How does the concept of span of control affect organisational efficiency and employee
satisfaction, and how should leaders determine the optimal span of control? (04 Marks)
(Min words 200-250)
Important Note: 1. Support your submission with course material concepts, principles, and theories from
the textbook and at least two scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles.
2. References required in the assignment. Use APA style for writing references.

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Answers:
1. Managing team dynamics in a high-growth business environment, which is constantly
evolving, presents complex challenges. Rapid organizational changes often make it
difficult for teams to stay aligned with common goals and promote open informationsharing, which is essential for effective collaboration (Benishek & Lazzara, 2019). In
such fast-paced settings, fostering flexibility in roles and team cohesiveness becomes
crucial, as high levels of organizational stress, frequent turnover, and varying skill sets
can threaten unity and focus (Colquitt et al., 2021). To address these issues, best practices
include creating a clear and supportive communication model, encouraging versatile
roles, and promoting collaboration across departments. Managers benefit from building
trust and establishing open lines of communication, which help teams identify and
address points of strain, thereby strengthening group confidence (Colquitt et al., 2021).
Prioritizing team development and flexibility enhances an organization’s resilience,
enabling it to thrive and adapt even in the face of ongoing change.

22. Leaders use various types of power to shape organizational dynamics, each with
different ethical considerations. Authoritative power, often linked to control over
resources, promises, knowledge, or personal connections, has specific implications for
workplace ethics (Colquitt et al., 2021). For example, reward power allows managers to
encourage or penalize employees, but it must be applied fairly to foster teamwork and
trust. Authority-based power, which enables leaders to compel action, is less favorable as
excessive use can harm morale and reduce commitment. Meanwhile, legitimate power

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helps create structure and maintain order, though it can sometimes lead to excessive
bureaucracy. Expert power, tied to specialized knowledge, commands respect and
promotes an ethical workplace culture by valuing competence and informed decisionmaking (Kleynhans et al., 2022). Managers should thoughtfully apply ethical standards to
all forms of power, striving to use positive influences that align with the needs, interests,
and welfare of their team members, fostering a supportive environment.

3. The concept of span of control, which refers to the number of subordinates directly
accountable to a supervisor, plays a critical role in shaping both work output and
employee job satisfaction within an organization. An effective span of control balances
employee independence with managerial oversight, potentially enhancing productivity
and team morale. A narrow span of control, where each manager supervises a few
subordinates, allows for close monitoring and support, which is beneficial for tasks
requiring detailed oversight (Colquitt et al., 2021). However, this structure increases
operational costs and reduces organizational flexibility, as more managers are required
for adequate supervision.

Conversely, a broader span of control, where managers oversee a larger number of
employees, fosters employee independence and can reduce organizational costs.
However, it may also lead to manager exhaustion and hinder effective information
sharing (Boned-Galán et al., 2023; Colquitt et al., 2021). The appropriate span of control
depends on factors such as task complexity, employee experience, and available
technological support for communication and workflow (Colquitt et al., 2021). For

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example, experienced employees in a technologically advanced work environment may
perform efficiently under a wider span, maintaining high satisfaction and productivity
levels while balancing costs. Thus, aligning the span of control with organizational needs
and resources is essential.

References
Benishek, L. E., & Lazzara, E. H. (2019). Teams in a New Era: Some Considerations
andImplications. Frontiers in Psychology, 10(1006).
A., López-Ibort, N., & Gascón-Catalán,
A. (2023). Nurse Manager Span ofControl in Hospital Settings: An Integrative Review. Nursing
Reports, 13(4), 1577–1592. J., Lepine, J. A., &
Wesson, M. J. (2021). Organizational behavior: Improving performance and commitment in the
workplace (7th ed.). Mcgraw-Hill Education.Kleynhans, D. J., Heyns, M. M., Stander, M. W., &
de Beer, L. T. (2022). Authentic leadership, trust (in the leader), and flourishing: Does
precariousness matter? Frontiers in Psychology, 13(798759).

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