D (Flawed) 40% - 49% - Unacceptable and flawed content, unreflective personal comment, incoherent argument - Structure very confused, not discernible, not explained. - Little or no evidence of critical reading in the text of the assignment - Inadequate acknowledgements and/or bibliography - Major presentation flaws.

C+/B- (Competent) 55% - 64% - A reasonably balanced summary of the issues as reflected in course study materials. Adequate content but lacking theoretical depth. - Clear introduction, with some organization of main points but lacking clear links and/or thematic sequence - The text of the assignment shows that the course materials have been read and acknowledged. An accurate bibliography is attached - Most presentation details met e.g. spacing, fonts, margin, legibility, citations, grammar, and spelling. C (Acceptable) 50% - 54% - Assignment requirements/topic not fully covered. Material is insufficiently elaborated. - Overuse of quotations with little explanation. Acceptable but flawed content - Adequate introduction, with structure barely discernible and/or somewhat confused and some major points missed. - Reference material is not well integrated into text of the assignment. Little evidence that quality of sources has been considered. - Limited acknowledgement and light bibliography - Minor presentation flaws.

B/B+ (Very Good) 65% - 74% - A systematic exploration of the assignment topic which may include some critical comment and appraisal. Substantive content. - Clear introduction, conclusion and thematic sequence, with main points elaborated. - Regular support provided from the literature. Use of quotes where appropriate, with some interpretive comment. - Clear expression, well-constructed sentences and paragraphs with few presentation flaws.

Grading schedule Grade Criteria A-/A-A+ (Outstanding/Excellent) 75% - 100% - A comprehensive exploration of the topic, with sound critical comment and a clear synthesis of the issues. Original and/or scholarly content and depth of theoretical analysis. - A lucid and logically structured argument with systematic and critical evaluation of the main points. - Detailed support from literature with references appropriately integrated. - High quality sources identified, interpreted and evaluated - Virtually flawless presentation. Clear, concise and logically presented argument and/or discussion.

Section Marking Criteria Mark Recommendation /10 - Details the course of action that should be followed - Recommendations flow from findings - Action oriented & focus on the future - Are specific, realistic and achievable Research /10 - Relevant information - Sources referenced correctly in text and in Bibliography - Broad and deep reference material - Valid information - Statistics are appropriate and accurately applied Presentation /10 - Clear, short paragraphs - First sentence of each paragraph is a topic sentence - Sound structure - Follows the format provided - Spelling and grammar - Uses appendices to supplement discussion - In own words, supported by correctly referenced paraphrasing and direct quotes.

Strategies /15 - Describes the present state in the proposed new market. - Leads on from the previous section - Answers the question ‘“How to address potential problems?” Theory and concepts /15 - Theoretical framework(s) used to inform the two strategies - Relevant concepts are applied - Theory applied to the real world. Analysis and critique /15 - Analyses the likelihood of the strategies’ success. - Creates a synthesis of the information - Includes all considerations; the selection of staff, training and development, culture, ethical issues (child labour, bribery, corruption, sourcing raw materials, business services and the disposal of waste), and other problems that you think the company may face in this new market - Expresses your own views - Answers the need to lead and communicate. Conclusions /10 - Summarises the main points made in the paper - The summary relates to the key ideas - Has a broad final statement - Does not introduce any new information

APPENDIX 1. IBS804 ASSESSMENT 2 MARKING SCHEDULE – Student Name: Section Marking Criteria Mark Title - Well-chosen title Executive Summary /5 - Terms of reference or objectives - Who you are writing the paper for - Why the topic is significant - Any key terms or acronyms you are using throughout the report - The key strategies you are proposing Introduction /10 - Provides information on the history and significance of the situation. - Includes information on the key issues that need to be considered. - Explains the contextual factors that are directly relevant.

1.a business report based on HRM leadership strategy. 2. I thought of selecting Timber company from NZ for this assignment, but expert is free to explore any other company just check not to select any such company who is already functioning in India. 3. tutor don't like bullet points much so if possible try to avoid. Learning outcomes addressed in Assessment 2 3. Generate innovative strategies for successful inter-cultural communications. 4. Develop rigorous strategies for leading in an internationalised environment Advice for a successful Assessment 2 It is important for you to understand what you need to do, why you need to do it, and how to do it. Make a plan. Planning assists both researching and writing the report, and therefore the final report. Start early. This is a significant piece of work and can’t be completed in a short period of time. Please refer to the marking schedule. This schedule will be the criteria against which your work will be marked. Use it as a checklist. Please write in full sentences. Bullet points should only be used if accompanied by full and adequate discussion of the issues being covered.