1. Demonstrate an understanding of how to identify client needs and be able to develop appropriate research strategies for consultancy interventions

Consultancy

 

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate an understanding of how to identify client needs and be able to develop appropriate research strategies for consultancy interventions

2. Appraise the importance of expert tools and techniques to a consultant

3. Evaluate the relationship between strategic management, leadership and leadership styles and principles that support organisational ethical and value based approaches to leadership

4. Evaluate the application of leadership strategies and the impact on organisational direction

You are a new consultant working for International Management Consultancy organisation (IMC is a fictional consultancy firm). You are required to complete ONE consultancy project out of the choice of the employer scenarios [See the link to the “Assignment Case Studies” on Moodle] which must be completed by the assignment deadline. You must use an employer video case study from the choice available on Moodle. With reference to your chosen employer scenario, produce a 3000-3500 word report which will be assessed on the following areas:

 

Section 1: An analysis of the company`s strategic position Provide an overview of the company you have chosen. 1. Identify and apply 2 appropriate tools and techniques to analyse

A) The internal environment of the company

B) The external environment of the company

2. This analysis of the company`s strategic position should include: a) Leadership and communication b) The company culture including its ethical and value base c) The company`s position in the sector d) A critical evaluation of the strengths and limitations of the tools and techniques you have used e) The client needs

3. Following your analysis on the company’s strategic position, identify the main issues that you could advise the company to address.