This project allows students to apply organizational behavior concepts, leadership
theories, and change management principles to a real-world public sector context. It
fosters critical thinking, analytical skills, and practical problem-solving abilities essential
for effective public management.
Students will select a real public organization (government agency or nonprofit) and
conduct an in-depth analysis of its structure, culture, leadership, and management
practices. The project will involve:
RUBRIC
1. An overview of the organization’s mission, goals, stakeholders, and operating
environment. (3%)
2. Analysis of the organization’s structure (Chart), leadership models/styles, lines of
authority, and decision-making processes, using relevant theoretical frameworks
from the course (e.g., organizational theory, leadership models, motivation theories).
(5%)
3. Evaluation of the organization’s culture, and values, and how they impact
performance and employee behavior. (5%)
4. Assessment of the organization’s leadership, communication strategies, and
approaches to teamwork and, conflict resolution. (5%)
5. Discussion of key challenges or areas for improvement in the organization’s
management practices. (5%)
6. Recommendations for organizational change initiatives, such as restructuring, cultural
shifts, leadership development, or process improvements, to enhance effectiveness
and adapt to changing environments. (5%)
7. Narrated Presentation summarizing the final paper on 7-9 slides that include a cover
page and a references section, and in 8-10 minutes (7%)
The final deliverable is a comprehensive report (18-20 pages – double-spaced, 1-inch margins,
size 12 font, with headings and subheadings that reflect parts 1-7 of the rubric) detailing the
analysis, findings, and proposed change management strategies, along with a narrated
presentation posted in Discussion 5 for peer-to-peer review and feedback. Based on Discussion
5, students can make improvements in the final paper.