Discuss the core skills of management.

1) Assignment
“The Theory of Managing People”

References and Bibliography are not included in the word count.
This written assignment will demonstrate that you understand the theory of managing people.
Please make sure that your assignment reads clearly and that you limit your use of bullet points and lists.
Your assignment should have clear headings for each of the criteria being assessed.
Your assignment will be assessed according to the guidelines and marking criteria set out on the next page. Please study this carefully and check your work against it before you submit it.
You must include an Introduction, Main Body and Summary / Conclusion:
Introduction:
• Write a short introduction of yourself, including your reasons for attending this programme. Note how the course subject matter is relevant to your work environment (present or past).
Main Body
• Please cover all of the points outlined in the marking scheme on the next page.
Summary / Conclusion
• Summary of learning (what you have gained from studying the theory of managing
people).
• References and Bibliography
Assessment Brief
QQI Level 6 – 6N3945
Managing People
Professional Development Assessment Brief QQI Managing People 6N3945

1. Assignment Marking Scheme
LO is an internal reference

1. LO 01 a) Discuss the core skills of management.
b) Examine and discuss the role of leadership within the core
skills of management.

2. LO 02 a) Discuss 3 different styles of leadership and their impact
on staff.
b) Reflect on the strengths and weaknesses of your own
leadership style.

3. LO 02 a) Explore and describe the key points of 2 motivation
theories.
b) Discuss how these theories impact on developing a
positive work environment and good working relations with
other team members and managers.