Assessment Details: For this assessment, you will prepare a formal report of 4000 words to communicate your analysis and critical evaluation of a lecturer/tutor assigned organisation’s performance, position and cash flow.
In addition, you are required to report on the social and environmental impacts of the organisation, along with its performance in corporate governance, while identifying areas for improvement and key techniques in decision making.
Key Areas to Address:
Organisational Overall Performance:
- Assess the organisation’s overall financial health, focusing on key performance indicators such as profitability, revenue growth, cost management, and market share.
- Discuss the alignment between the organisation’s strategic objectives and its actual performance.
Financial Position & Cash Flow:
- Analyse the organisation’s balance sheet to assess its financial position, focusing on assets, liabilities, and equity.
- Evaluate the cash flow statement, including an analysis of cash inflows and outflows, liquidity, and the organisation’s ability to meet short- and long-term financial obligations. • Interpret key financial ratios (e.g., current ratio, quick ratio, etc) to determine the organisation’s financial stability.
Social & Environmental Impact:
- Investigate the organisation’s approach to corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sustainability, including its impact on local communities, employees, and the environment.
- Analyse the organisation’s environmental footprint, including waste management, carbon emissions, and resource conservation (if any).
- Evaluate any social initiatives, such as diversity and inclusion programs, employee welfare, and contributions to societal well-being
Corporate Governance:
- Examine the governance structure of the organisation, including the roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders (e.g., board of directors, executive team, shareholders).
- Evaluate the organisation’s adherence to ethical business practices and regulatory compliance.
Decision-Making Techniques:
- Identify key financial decision-making processes used within the organization.
- Recommend improvements to decision-making processes based on your evaluation of the organisation’s performance and governance.
Recommendations for Improvement:
- Based on your analysis, identify areas where the organisation can enhance its performance, financial position, and cash flow.
- Provide suggestions for improving social and environmental responsibility. • Recommend strategies to strengthen corporate governance and decision-making processes.
What if I Miss the Assessment?
- You must complete the AT1 at the due date and time.
- You may be penalised for failing to submit an assessment task on time. If you do not have authorisation, you may be penalised five (5) percent of awarded marks per day for up to five (5) days; thereafter your submission may not be accepted, and you may be awarded zero marks.
- If you miss the AT1 ONLY for the following reasons, you may apply for special consideration:
- acute illness or
- loss or bereavement or
- hardship/trauma or
- technological problems which could not be anticipated or avoided
Additional Information
For this assessment, you are required to produce a formal report (4000 words) that critically evaluates an assigned organisation’s performance, position, and cash flow. The purpose of this report is to provide a comprehensive analysis based on your research, showcasing your understanding of the key financial aspects of the organisation’s operations. You will also address the broader impact of the organisation’s activities and strategies in the social, environmental, and corporate governance
Assessment Overview
Assessment: AT2 Individual Report (40%) Marks 40
Due Date: Week 8, Sunday 11:59 pm
Words limit: 4,000
Submission format: PDF file (.pdf) or word (.doc) only
Submission Method: Via the Turnitin drop box on eLearning
Other requirements For the report:
Use 12 pt font Double-space your document to allow room for feedback State your name and student number in the Assessment Coversheet State the word count in the Assessment Coversheet Include a bibliography Comply with the APA referencing style
Can I Use Generative Artificial Intelligence for this Assessment?
You may use generative AI tools such as Microsoft Co Pilot or any other GenAI tools ONLY to:
- Understand key concepts and theories
- Have an overview of issues and problems
- Brainstorm ideas for writing
- Develop your critical thinking. In those cases, please make sure to properly acknowledge any use of generative AI and use CIM GenAI Referencing Guide on Canvas. You must follow the “Three Ticks Approach” to acknowledge ethical, transparent, honest, and responsible use of GenAI.
