Refer to the attached guidelines after I confirm the writer.

LO1

Differentiate between the role of a leader and the function of a manager.

Analyse and differentiate between the role of a leader and function of a manager by effectively applying a range of theories and concepts, and define and compare the different roles and characteristics of a leader and a manager.

LO2

Apply the role of a leader and the function of a manager in given contexts.
Examine examples of how the role of a leader and the function of a manager apply in different situational contexts, and their functions in the organization, which helps in the improvement of the production efficiency and development of high-quality products.

LO3

Demonstrate an appreciation of the role leaders and managers play in the operations function of an organisation.
Demonstrate how the role of a leader and manager apply in different situational contexts, various functions of management as well as different traits and style of leadership which help in the operations function of an organization.

L04

Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between leadership and management in a contemporary business environment.

Analyse and evaluate the different theories and models of approach to leadership including situational leadership, systems leadership and contingency leadership application to the organization, and how these have supported growth and sustainable performance in a contemporary business environment.

AIM OF ASSIGNMENT: The aim of this unit is to prepare students for management and operations role.

On successful completion of this unit, students will have developed sufficient knowledge and understanding of a leader and the management function application, operations management, as well as leadership management in the operations function of an organisation.

Students will also be in a strong position to contribute to apply the role of a leader and the function of a manager in a contemporary business environment.

LO1 – Differentiate between the role of a leader and the function of a manager.

LO2 – Apply the role of a leader and the function of a manager in given contexts.

LO3 – Demonstrate an appreciation of the role leaders and managers play in the operations function of an organisation.

LO4 – Demonstrate an understanding of the relationship between leadership and management in a contemporary business environment.

A report in the context of the role of managers and leaders in the organization which helps company in the improvement of the production efficiency and development of the high-quality products.

You are required to produce a report to the Chief Executive Officer that includes the following:

1. An introduction to the organisation and management structure. Role of managers and leaders in the organization which helps the company in the improvement of the production efficiency and development of the high-quality products.

2. Define and compare the different roles and characteristics of a leader and a manager. Define Manager and Leader.

Compare the differences between the managers and leaders, and the functions of managers and the role of leaders in the organization

Analyse and differentiate between the role of a leader and function of a manager by effectively applying a range of theories and concepts

3. Examine examples of how the role of a leader and the function of a manager apply in different situational contexts. Various functions of management as well as different traits and style of leadership which help in the proper functioning of the functions of management. Give contemporary theory of management which applied to the company.

4. Apply different theories and models of approach, such as ‘chaos theory’ and ‘management by objectives’ including situational leadership, systems leadership and contingency apply to the organisation and how these have supported growth and sustainable performance. Elaborate on situational leadership and systems leadership Critically analyse and evaluate the different theories and approaches to leadership in given contexts

5. To conclude on how managers and leaders have made an impact on the organisation and recommendations for future improvements. Theories on management operations and styles of leadership when applied to the company where better results can be obtained.