DPR2603 Assignment 1 Semester 1 Memo | Due 24 March 2025

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DPR2603 Assignment 1 Semester 1 | Due 24 March 2025. All questions answered. QUESTIONS
Question 1
In relation to some of the theoretical paradigms you have engaged with, discuss the Systems
Perspective, using your own words and provide Weick’s views on it.
The term organisation can be viewed in different ways based on its purpose and function. In
your own words, define the term organisation.
[6 marks].
Question 2
Discuss the different structures that an organisation can assume, as identified by Hickson and
Macdonald (2001).
[9 marks]
Question 3
In your own words describe and discuss the manner in which the disciplines listed below were
used in understanding organisational behaviour? Provide examples to illustrate your answer.
Psychology
Sociology
Anthropology
Political science
[20 marks]
Question 4
Draw a structure for the directorate of Marketing at UNISA. The directorate is headed by a
director: Marketing. The director’s direct report is a deputy director: Marketing. Three marketing
managers’ report to the deputy director. Each manager has two direct reports who are at the
level of a marketing personnel.
[5 marks]
Total: 40 marks