What are the requirements and format for Assignment II, titled "Individual or Team Activity: Understanding the Business Organization"?

The main difference between the two assignments is that they are alternative options. You are instructed to choose only one between Assignment 1 (Proposal) and Assignment II to complete and submit. The document you provided details Assignment II.

Here's more about Assignment II:

• Assignment II is titled "Individual or Team Activity: Understanding the Business Organization".

• Due Date: Monday, 30th March 2026.

• Total Marks: 100 marks.

• Format: It has two main parts:

  • a) Written Section (70 marks):

    • You need to identify a business opportunity, name a company (focused on an HR-related job), and define its mission, vision, and values.
    • Conduct a SWOT analysis (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) for the organization or industry.
    • Discuss the organization's vision and future goals.
    • Identify and title a necessary training course for employees.
    • Explain how this training aligns with the organization's strategic plan and describe the training methods you would use.
    • Provide an itemized budget for the training.
    • Include a 5 to 8-hour training schedule and an evaluation instrument in the Appendix.
    • The written report should be between 4 and 8 pages (excluding the title page and appendix) and include a DUT cover page.
    • You must attach PowerPoint presentation slides and submit a hardcopy.

  • b) Conduct the Training (30 marks):

    • You will need to prepare 6 to 10 PowerPoint slides for this.
    • The training sessions are scheduled for April 9, 10, and 13, 2026, in a classroom setting.

• Guidelines:

  • This can be an individual or group assignment. If it's a group, it should not exceed 10 members.
  • You can contact the Tutor (Ms. Nomusa Ndaba) or the Writing Place/Library for assistance.