HRM724 Assignment 1 Solution and Discussion

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Total Marks: 10 Topic:
Types of Conflicts Learning objectives:
Due Dates: 25/12/2019
ASSIGNMENT#01 Conflict Management (HRM724)
FALL 2019
 To make students understand the difference among different types of group conflicts and how these types affect group performance differently.
Learning Outcomes:
 Students will be able to enhance their ability how to tackle with conflicts at work.
 They will be in a better position to relate theory with practice.
Assignment:
A study “The Dynamic Nature Of Conflict: A Longitudinal Study of Intragroup Conflict and Group Performance” by Jehn and Mannix; has described the different patterns of task, process and relationship conflicts that might occur in High-performance and Low- performance groups during the different stages of group development. You are required to answer the given questions after reading the followings:

1. The Dynamic Nature of Conflict: A Longitudinal Study of Intragroup Conflict and Group Performance (available in Module 1 & 2 HRM724)
2. https://salvos.org.au/scribe/sites/2020/files/Resources/Transitions/HANDOUT_- _Tuckmans_Team_Development_Model.pdf
   Questions:
3. At which stage of the “group Development by Tuchman, relationship conflicts become more visible and easily identifiable? Justify. Max. Word limit: 50-75
4. Which type of conflict can be more detrimental and beneficial for group performance (Discuss in context of High-performing and Low-performing groups)? Briefly explain. Max. Word limit: 100-150

Important Instructions:

1. This Assignment is based on a research article which is available in “Downloads” section (Module 1 and 2 HRM724) and on an online article (link given above).
2. Thoroughly read out the article 3 or 4 times at least for creating good understanding and then attempt this assignment.
3. Do not add irrelevant content to support your stance.
4. Give your answers on logical and sound grounds.
5. Follow word limit instruction strictly.
6. This article is the part of Syllabus of HRM724 and may be included in Mid-Term Exam. Note: Each question carries equal marks.
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