MNG4801 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2026 - DUE May 2026

MNG4801 Assignment 1 (COMPLETE ANSWERS) 2026 - DUE May 2026; 100% TRUSTED Complete, trusted solutions and explanations. For assistance, Whats-App 0.8.1..2.7.8..3.3.7.2... 1.The act of collusion also constitutes plagiarism. Is this statement true or false?a.Trueb.False2.When I paraphrase in my assignment or exam for MNG4801, I must not:1.Change one or two words by using synonyms and reference it to make it my own.2.Put quotation marks around the text and reference it.3.Use only the idea from the text without referencing it.4.Summarize the text in my own words and reference it.a.2 3 4b.1 2 3c.4 3 2d.4 1 2 *Please note: Conventions regarding referencing style and guidelines pertaining toparaphrasing may differ between Institutions, Colleges, Departments and even modules.For MNG4801 it is important that you adhere to the CEMS Harvard referencingGuidelines (available on the myUnisa module site) AND review the additional Topiclessons we have provided on the module site to understand what is expected of you. 32 MNG4801/101/0/2026 3.What is the correct reference format for the book that is prescribed for MNG4801 according to the Harvard referencing style?a.Louw, Lynette and Venter, Peet. 2024. Strategic Management. Cape Town: Oxford University Pressb.Louw, L. and Venter, P. (2024) Strategic Management: Towards sustainable strategies in South Africa. Cape Town: Oxford University Pressc.Louw, L. and Venter, P. 2024. Strategic Management: Towards sustainable strategies in South Africa. Cape Town: Oxford University Pressd.Strategic Management, L. Louw, & P. Venter, Cape Town: Oxford University Press4.What is the correct reference format for a journal article according to the Harvard referencing style?a.Foss, N.J. 2020. Behavioral Strategy and the COVID-19 disruption. Journal of Management, 8 (46): .b.Nicolai J. Foss. 2020, 'Behavioral Strategy and the COVID-19 disruption', Journal of Management, 8 (46): .c.Foss, N.J. 2020, 'Behavioral Strategy and the COVID-19 disruption', Sustainability, Vol 8, no. 46: pages d.Foss, N.J. 2020. 'Behavioral Strategy and the COVID-19 disruption', Journal of Management, 8 (46): .5.Which one is the correct in-text reference format according to the Harvard referencing style?a.According to Le Roux et al. (2016), sustainability should be embedded into the“organisation’s strategy fabric” and value creation process as it plays a vital part in ensuring the organisation’s future resilience and performance.b.According to Le Roux & Pretorius (2016:2) sustainability should be embedded into the “organisation’s strategy fabric” and value creation process as it plays a vital part in ensuring the organisation’s future resilience and performance.c.According to Le Roux and Pretorius (2016:2), sustainability should be embedded into the “organisation’s strategy fabric” and value creation process as it plays a vital part in ensuring the organisation’s future resilience and performance.6.What is the correct reference format for an internet source according the Harvard referencing style?a.Weida, S & Stolley, K. 2013. Developing strong thesis statements. [Online] Available from: c. Weida, S & Stolley, K. :// 33 d. Weida, S & Stolley, K. 2013. Developing strong thesis statements. Available from: 7. Which statement about in-text referencing is incorrect? a. If it is not my original idea, then I need to reference. b. I need to reference every time I paraphrase a sentence. c. If you have written a whole paragraph of 4-5 sentences, using information from aspecific source, and have only in-text referenced once, then you have committedplagiarism. d. I only need to in-text reference once at the end of a paragraph to acknowledge wherethe source comes from. 8. Which of the following are examples of plagiarism? a. Paraphrasing text and including citations that are not the correct citations for theinformation provided. b. Resubmitting previously submitted work without referencing. c. Copying and pasting text without referencing the source. d. All of the above. 9. Which one of the following statements about the list of references is correct? a. The list of references should be in alphabetical order. b. References should be in the Harvard referencing style. c. Each in-text reference should appear in your list of references. d. All of the above 10. When is it acceptable to use inverted commas in your assignments/exams for MNG4801? 1. When using a short excerpt directly from the case study 2. When a phrase or sentence (no longer than 3-4 words) is so specific that it cannot beput into your own words. 3. When emphasizing a certain word or short phrase (no longer than 3-4 words). 4. When I copy and paste content and reference it. a. 1 2 3 b. 1 3 4 c. 4 3 1 d. 4 2 1 [10 marks] [End of MCQ section. Question 3 begins on the next page.] 34 MNG4801/101/0/2026 Question 3: Critically evaluate how complexity theory (Louw & Venter, 2024:14) can be applied to understand the strategic direction of Bean There Coffee Company. Using theory on the four perspectives of the balanced scorecard as a strategic management tool (Louw & Venter, 2024:95), advise the organization how they can navigate and leverage this complexity to sustain a competitive advantage. Incorporate appropriate theory and examples from the case study. Your answer should be 1 page [10 marks] Question 4: Critically analyze Bean There’s stakeholder approach by mapping out the stakeholders’ interests in the company. Begin your analysis by defining the term ‘stakeholder’. In addition, categorize Bean There’s stakeholders, evident in the case study, into the four quadrants according to interest and power (Figure 2.1). As part of your discussion advise how management can respond to each category. Incorporate appropriate theory and examples from the case study. In addition to incorporating and referencing theory from the prescribed material into your answer for Question 4, you need to locate, incorporate and reference 1 (one) applicable article of your choice (published between 2020 – 2025) from the Unisa Library into your discussion. Your answer should be 2 pages [17 marks] Question 5: Critically discuss the value of integrating mechanisms for Bean There’s strategic decision-making by focusing your discussion on people as integrating mechanisms. In addition, discuss Jonathan Robinson’s role in creating a culture of innovation based on the three observations on how the leader can foster strategic innovation. Incorporate appropriate theory and examples from the case study. Your answer should be 1.5 pages [15 marks] 35 Question 6: (Compulsory Graded online activity): The compulsory graded activity linked to Lesson 1 (refer to MNG4801 module site) must be included in assignment 01 as Question 6. This activity contributes towards the total mark of assignment 01 and cannot be captured or graded separately. Follow these instructions: Go to the discussion forum on the myUnisa site titled “Gradedactivity: The nature of strategic management” (Assignment 1: Question6)” and complete the graded activity (instructions are in Lesson 1). Insert (not embedded file) three (3) screenshots of the answers you haveprovided to the three online questions that were posted on the discussionforum activity in your assignment. NB: Make sure we can see your name nextto your post on the screenshot as proof that you answered the question. [8 marks] Question 7: Reflection questions Briefly answer these reflection questions: • Do you feel that you have achieved the learning outcomes in the assignment? • In what way did this assignment contribute to your understanding of the course andconcepts?