The University of Salford (USAL)

Assignment 2 – Task 1 OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE wants to go international and as the adviser of the CEO, you should explain the expanding strategy of the company. Assignment 2 – Task 2 After completing the Task 1, describe your individual reflection and self analysis by the criteria of expectations, challenges and preparation.

Assignment 1 – Tasks (1) i) Choose 2 from the following countries: Brazil Russia India China ii) Choose 2 from the following Hofstede dimensions of culture: Power distance Individualism Masculinity / femininity Uncertainty avoidance Assignment 1 – Tasks (2) Compare and contrast the 2 chosen Hofstede dimensions of culture for your 2 chosen countries (500 words) Identify and discuss the implications for the company of doing business in these countries (500 words)

Assignment Task: Using the concepts of organisational development and by carrying out further research of organisational learning and development, examine and use the case study to produce an essay that examines the following questions: PART 2: 80%, 2,500 words. The case study states: ‘It’s [that of Network Rail] investment in the future is tied up in its investment in people’. Consider the HR strategy of Network Rail and evaluate this statement by analysing the various methods used by N...

Assignment Task: Using the concepts of organisational development and by carrying out further research of organisational learning and development, examine and use the case study to produce an essay that examines the following questions: PART 1: 20%, 1,000 words. Analyse the training and development processes of Network Rail and critically evaluate (based on the theory) to determine if you consider this to be an effective approach?