MNO3704/Assignment 10
UNIVERSITY ASSESSMENTS
MNO3704
Environmental Management
ASSESSMENT 10
100 Marks
This paper consists of seven (7) pages.
Instructions:
1) The aim of this portfolio is to test your knowledge on the key learning outcomes of this
module.
2) You need to answer all the questions.
3) Download the portfolio from myUnisa and save your answer file as
“MNO3704_Assessment_10_Studentnumber_Surname”
4) Portfolios should be typed in Arial, font size 12, with 1.5 line spacing.
5) Although it is strongly suggested that you type your responses to this assessment, you may
submit handwritten assessments by printing this document, completing it by hand, scanning
it in and uploading it onto myUnisa. Please write legibly.
6) It is important to include in-text citations and a list of references as part of the portfolio, even
if you use the study guide and prescribed textbook. Each additional source that you may be
required to consult, should also be referenced.
7) Referencing should be done according to the Harvard referencing method. An example of
the Harvard Referencing method is included in the Additional Resources on myUnisa.
8) Do not copy directly from any source (including your study guide) as Unisa’s plagiarism policy
is applicable to this portfolio. Plagiarism will not be allowed and may result in disciplinary
action if detected.
9) The portfolio submitted should be at least 5 pages in length.
10) Take note of the mark allocation for each question. This will give you an indication of the
number of facts that should be discussed. Make sure that each question and sub-questions
are clearly numbered. You don’t need to copy the exam paper again. Complete the
declaration and start answering the portfolio by numbering each specific question.
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11) The assessments will not be returned to you and the assignments department will inform you
of your results.
12) Please ensure that you submitted a declaration.
13) Please ensure that your PDF document is NOT encrypted to a “secured” mode or password
protected or infected by any virus. Any documents that cannot be opened by markers will be
awarded a mark of 0%.
14) Submit your answers in one PDF document by using the Assessment Info tool on myUnisa.
15) Only online assessments will be accepted. NO POSTAL SUBMISSIONS OF THIS
ASSESSMENT IS ALLOWED.
16) You are welcome to contact your lecturer via email should you require guidance regarding
the completion of this portfolio. You can reach Ms. Leonie Louw at .
Completing your portfolio:
STEP 1: Download and save the template file
Save your answer file as:
“MNO3704_Assessment_10_Studentnumber_Surname”
STEP 2: Complete the declaration of assessment
Complete the declaration details with your personal information and save these changes.
STEP 3: Complete all the sections of the portfolio
The portfolio consists of the following sections that you have to complete:
• Declaration of own work (copy/retype/rewrite and complete)
• Portfolio question/s (answer and complete)
• List of references (referencing of all sources consulted)
• Self-assessment checklist (copy/retype/rewrite and complete)
This should all be in ONE PDF DOCUMENT.
STEP 4: Ensure that you complete all the required tasks in all the sections
Complete the checklist at the end of the portfolio before converting the document to PDF and
submitting your portfolio.
STEP 5: Submit your portfolio
You need to submit your answer file online via myUnisa. Paper-based, e-mailed or posted
documents WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Ensure that you keep a copy of the document that you
submitted AND keep your proof of submission via myUnisa.
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Good luck with the assessment.
NO EXTENSIONS WILL BE GRANTED ON THE SUBMISSION OF THIS PORTFOLIO.
I, ______________________ (Full name & surname), with the student number:
_______________________, hereby declare that I have read through and understand
the instructions included above. I can be reached at _____________________
(cellphone number) should the lecturer require additional information about my
submission.
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SECTION A: DECLARATION
Note that the portfolio will not be marked if this declaration has not been completed.
Declaration of own work
I hereby declare that the material which I now submit for assessment is entirely my
own work and has not been taken from the work of others. Work that was constructed
from other sources has been duly referenced.
Module code: ______________________________________
Full name & surname: ______________________________________
Student number: ______________________________________
Signature: ______________________________________
(electronic / digital handwritten signature / initial(s) and surname)
Cellphone number: ______________________________________
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Write an essay describing the ethical policy of this JSE listed company. ................................... 6
Discuss how the vision and mission of this company reflects their commitment to sustainable
business practices................................................................................................................................ 8
Explain what environmental risks this company is facing. ............................................................. 9
What natural resources is this company utilizing? Explain what steps they are taking to
ensure that these natural resources are utilized in a sustainable manner. ............................... 11
Would you say that this company’s environmental policy is in line with South African
Environmental Legislation? Please elaborate and explain your answer. .................................. 14
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UNIVERSITY ASSESSMENTS
MNO3704
Environmental Management
ASSESSMENT 10
100 Marks
This paper consists of seven (7) pages.
Instructions:
1) The aim of this portfolio is to test your knowledge on the key learning outcomes of this
module.
2) You need to answer all the questions.
3) Download the portfolio from myUnisa and save your answer file as
“MNO3704_Assessment_10_Studentnumber_Surname”
4) Portfolios should be typed in Arial, font size 12, with 1.5 line spacing.
5) Although it is strongly suggested that you type your responses to this assessment, you may
submit handwritten assessments by printing this document, completing it by hand, scanning
it in and uploading it onto myUnisa. Please write legibly.
6) It is important to include in-text citations and a list of references as part of the portfolio, even
if you use the study guide and prescribed textbook. Each additional source that you may be
required to consult, should also be referenced.
7) Referencing should be done according to the Harvard referencing method. An example of
the Harvard Referencing method is included in the Additional Resources on myUnisa.
8) Do not copy directly from any source (including your study guide) as Unisa’s plagiarism policy
is applicable to this portfolio. Plagiarism will not be allowed and may result in disciplinary
action if detected.
9) The portfolio submitted should be at least 5 pages in length.
10) Take note of the mark allocation for each question. This will give you an indication of the
number of facts that should be discussed. Make sure that each question and sub-questions
are clearly numbered. You don’t need to copy the exam paper again. Complete the
declaration and start answering the portfolio by numbering each specific question.
1
, MNO3704/Assignment 10
11) The assessments will not be returned to you and the assignments department will inform you
of your results.
12) Please ensure that you submitted a declaration.
13) Please ensure that your PDF document is NOT encrypted to a “secured” mode or password
protected or infected by any virus. Any documents that cannot be opened by markers will be
awarded a mark of 0%.
14) Submit your answers in one PDF document by using the Assessment Info tool on myUnisa.
15) Only online assessments will be accepted. NO POSTAL SUBMISSIONS OF THIS
ASSESSMENT IS ALLOWED.
16) You are welcome to contact your lecturer via email should you require guidance regarding
the completion of this portfolio. You can reach Ms. Leonie Louw at .
Completing your portfolio:
STEP 1: Download and save the template file
Save your answer file as:
“MNO3704_Assessment_10_Studentnumber_Surname”
STEP 2: Complete the declaration of assessment
Complete the declaration details with your personal information and save these changes.
STEP 3: Complete all the sections of the portfolio
The portfolio consists of the following sections that you have to complete:
• Declaration of own work (copy/retype/rewrite and complete)
• Portfolio question/s (answer and complete)
• List of references (referencing of all sources consulted)
• Self-assessment checklist (copy/retype/rewrite and complete)
This should all be in ONE PDF DOCUMENT.
STEP 4: Ensure that you complete all the required tasks in all the sections
Complete the checklist at the end of the portfolio before converting the document to PDF and
submitting your portfolio.
STEP 5: Submit your portfolio
You need to submit your answer file online via myUnisa. Paper-based, e-mailed or posted
documents WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Ensure that you keep a copy of the document that you
submitted AND keep your proof of submission via myUnisa.
2
, MNO3704/Assignment 10
Good luck with the assessment.
NO EXTENSIONS WILL BE GRANTED ON THE SUBMISSION OF THIS PORTFOLIO.
I, ______________________ (Full name & surname), with the student number:
_______________________, hereby declare that I have read through and understand
the instructions included above. I can be reached at _____________________
(cellphone number) should the lecturer require additional information about my
submission.
3
, MNO3704/Assignment 10
SECTION A: DECLARATION
Note that the portfolio will not be marked if this declaration has not been completed.
Declaration of own work
I hereby declare that the material which I now submit for assessment is entirely my
own work and has not been taken from the work of others. Work that was constructed
from other sources has been duly referenced.
Module code: ______________________________________
Full name & surname: ______________________________________
Student number: ______________________________________
Signature: ______________________________________
(electronic / digital handwritten signature / initial(s) and surname)
Cellphone number: ______________________________________
4
, MNO3704/Assignment 10
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Write an essay describing the ethical policy of this JSE listed company. ................................... 6
Discuss how the vision and mission of this company reflects their commitment to sustainable
business practices................................................................................................................................ 8
Explain what environmental risks this company is facing. ............................................................. 9
What natural resources is this company utilizing? Explain what steps they are taking to
ensure that these natural resources are utilized in a sustainable manner. ............................... 11
Would you say that this company’s environmental policy is in line with South African
Environmental Legislation? Please elaborate and explain your answer. .................................. 14
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