1. Identify and briefly describe a large organisation from Hospitality and Events sector, which has recently undergone significant organisational change in the last 5 years. Ensure you clearly articulate what the organisation’s change programme is aiming toachieve. Also use academic concepts to analyse and identify the type of change this organisation has experienced/is experiencing. (20 Marks)

Leadership and Change Management

Assessed Learning Outcomes

1 - Critically evaluate leadership theories and assess their utility in the management of change

2 - Explore and critically appraise the strategies and methods used for the planning and management of change

3 - Utilise appropriate analytical and evaluative skills to solve complex change management challenges

4 - Develop an effective plan to effectively manage a specified change

Write a report in which you:

1. Identify and briefly describe a large organisation from Hospitality and Events sector, which has recently undergone significant organisational change in the last 5 years. Ensure you clearly articulate what the organisation’s change programme is aiming toachieve. Also use academic concepts to analyse and identify the type of change this organisation has experienced/is experiencing. (20 Marks)

2. Use Lewin’s Force Field Analysis to model and evaluate the forces drivingchange, and the forces acting as barriers to change, in this organisation. You should link appropriate PESTEL and SWOT factors into your analysis where appropriate. You should ensure you clearly summarise and justify the single biggest driver for change, and the single biggest barrier to change in this organisation, at the end of your debate. (70 Marks)

3. Use the correct format for an report, and ensure the text is supported by academic theory and other robust sources. Ensure sources are cited correctly and that a full reference list is included at the end of the assignment, both of which should conform to Harvard Referencing conventions. The text should demonstrate high standards of grammar and spelling, and use of professional terminology. (10 Marks)