Unit 6: Managing a Successful Business Project

Managing a successful business project

 Introduction
 Aims and objectives
 Literature Review
 Research Mythology
 Collection of data
 Data analysis
 Recommendation
 Reflection
 Conclusion
 References
Table of content

Management of a business or a project is a critical task which require many skills to conduct independent
research and investigation in order to achieve the business objective and targets. Equality and diversity
have become an integral part of every company because of globalisation and demographic characteristics
of business environment
Introduction

 Aim :The aim of this research is, “ To identify the issues and challenges that may get arises in Argos
Ltd. out of equality and diversity at workplace and to evaluate the measures and strategies that can be
adopted to resolve these issues”.
 Objective
 The main objectives and targets of this research are:
 To study the concept of equality and diversity at workplace.
Aims and objectives

Literature review
As per the vew point of Bryson, J. M., 2018, Equality and diversity can be defined
as, providing equal job opportunity and fair treatment to all employees through
diversity and giving each individual the chance to achieve their potential, free
from prejudice and discrimination. Equal opportunity (or equal opportunities)
relates to the understanding that all people are treated as individuals without
judgements made on them based on stereotypes.

Research Methodology
Research denotes the specific procedure and techniques which are used to identify,
collect, select, process and evaluate information about any particular topic or specific
task. Main focus of research is on collection of authentic data so that an effective
decision can be made on the basis of analysis of this data

Collection of data
Sources of data
It represent the origin from where the data is generated or collected for the purpose of
research. Two main sources of data are as follows:
Primary sources of data- It provide first hand data which is directly collected by
researcher and provide first-hand evidence about any topic or project. Use of
interview, surveys, experiments, observation, etc. are made to collect primary data.

Theme 1. Concept of diversity and equality in an organisation
Data analysis

Theme 2. Reasons for increasing diversity at workplace
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Theme 3. Possible issues that can be faced by Argos because of increasing equality and diversity at
workplace.
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Theme 4. Advantages of diversity and equality at workplace.
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Theme 5. Increasing equality and diversity will be proofed beneficial for Argos.
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Following recommendations can be made for Argos to face the challenge of equality and diversity at
workplace:
 Argos must organise proper employee engagement and orientation programs to develop better
understanding and coordination among employees and manger which will reduce the negative impact
of equality and diversity.
 It should try to eliminate all possible biasness and discrimination from its recruitment and selection
process so that best and talented employees can be appointed in organisation which will increase the
productivity and creativity of Argos.
Recommendation

From this project I had learned a lot things which has improved my overall personality. I had come in
interaction with a lot of people which has improved my communication skills. Proper project
management plan was prepared by me which has improved by planning skills as proper planning is done
by me regarding the cost, resources, scope, etc. of the project. My time management skills are also got
improved as proper timeframes are made by me for timely completion of this project.
Reflection

From this project I had learned a lot things which has improved my overall personality. I had come in
interaction with a lot of people which has improved my communication skills. Proper project
management plan was prepared by me which has improved by planning skills as proper planning is done
by me regarding the cost, resources, scope, etc. of the project. My time management skills are also got
improved as as proper timeframes are made by me for timely completion of this project.
Conclusion

 Bryson, J. M., 2018. Strategic planning for public and nonprofit organizations: A guide to
strengthening and sustaining organizational achievement. John Wiley & Sons.
 Hajro, A., Gibson, C. B. and Pudelko, M., 2017. Knowledge exchange processes in multicultural
teams: Linking organizational diversity climates to teams’ effectiveness. Academy of Management
Journal. 60(1). pp.345-372.
 Honeyman, R. and Jana, T., 2019. The B Corp Handbook: How You Can Use Business as a Force for
Good. Berrett-Koehler Publishers.s.
References

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