Assignment 2 – Design a Poster Learning Outcomes Tested in this Assignment: Design a structured plan which supports the introduction of an environme

Assignment 2 – Design a Poster

Learning Outcomes Tested in this Assignment:

Design a structured plan which supports the introduction of an environmental strategy organisational aim within in a team, departmental, functional or overall context

Introduction

SO26000 supports the implementation of the ambitious United Nations 15-year plan which incorporates clear sustainable development goals. Selection of one or two goals which are clearly identified and relevant is recommended to achieve a degree of depth that would be expected at postgraduate level.

Assignment Brief (Poster: overall 45% of modular assessments)

Design a poster which communicates the range of potential benefits derived from introducing an environmental management plan, to a senior management team, within an organization that you are familiar with and have access to. The plan should clearly draw on aspects of relevant national or international standards

Guidance notes:

This assignment presents you with an opportunity to be creative and novel, in addition to incorporating a representation of the theory you have been studying during the middle weeks of this module. One approach which you may consider is to research the aims and content of ISO26000 and focus on illustrating an aspect that is of particular interest to you. Linking this with a specific sector or organization that you are familiar with should enable you to incorporate a solution to a problem. Reflecting on where the poster could be displayed within an organization, at add value and relevance are additional aspects to consider – and answer the question: does this attract attention, would people stop and read your poster? Why? In terms of visual content it is easy to produce a busy poster that is difficult to read – consider the phrase: less is more in your design.

Assignment 3 – Reflective Report

Introduction

The Institute of Business Ethics (ibe.org.uk) state that business ethics is relevant both to the conduct of individuals and to the conduct of the organisation as a whole. Ethics goes beyond the legal requirements for a company and covers discretionary decisions and behaviours guided by values. The Institute goes on to query the difference between ethics, corporate responsibility and sustainability.

A useful checklist of relevance to sustainable business practices is available on the website of the International Institute for Sustainable Development (iisd.org).

Assignment Brief: (Reflective Report – 25% of modular assessments) – 750 words

Drawing on the two topics of business ethics and sustainable practice prepare a reflective report which incorporates a critical analysis and evaluation of business experiences drawing on relevant theory and research evidence. The report should incorporate examples from business.

Guidance Notes:

The essence of this assignment is effective selection and in-line with the two main elements, your structure should reflect this. There are many examples of ethical behaviour in the media and as case studies in academic texts and journal articles. Choosing examples that are of interest to your own specialism or sector will maximise the benefits of your study. In terms of word count, one example for each section is probably sufficient, with a maximum of two. The example should be summarised briefly. The expectation is that the contents would then progress to draw on theory that you have selected and researched, it is helpful to define any terms you may use and illustrate any theoretical models as this gives your work the authentic foundation expected at post-graduate level. As in previous assignments a brief introduction and summary should be incorporated. In the summary is you have a specific recommendation this should be included – for example this could be ethical training, or the appointment of a sustainable business champion.