Why do we analyze an organization metaphorically?
Students are required to write a critical book review based on Images of Organization. The author introduces various metaphors of organizations. You are required to select one metaphor that you are resonated with. The paper will be structured as follows:
Part I: Introduction
· What is a metaphor? What image/metaphor of organization have you chosen? What is it? Why do we analyze an organization metaphorically?
· You are encouraged to do some independent reading to support your arguments in this part.
Part II: Images and organizational structure
· What type(s) of organizational structure is most likely to fit the metaphor of your choice? How do you define this structure? What it is about?
· Why do you think there is a connection between this organizational structure and the metaphor of your choice?
Part III: Organizational structure and strategic management
· Given your discussion above, what strategic challenges this type of organization is likely to face, at functional, business, corporate, or international level?
· What recommendations would you like to offer in dealing with these challenges that you have identified.
The suggested proportions of three parts should be roughly around 20%, 35%, and 45%. However, your journal will be marked holistically. So please be aware of your cohesiveness and coherence.
The journal ought to be 1500 words (+/-150 words) in length, double-spaced, 12 fonts, and properly referenced (Harvard style). You may use headings, and sub-headings in the journal, and, so long as they are properly introduced, bullet-points may be used when necessary. Excessive use of bullet-points will be penalized.
Resource:Images of Organization — The Executive Edition – Gareth Morgan – Google Books
