MGT 2103

Organizational Behavior
Assessment 1 – ESSAY
Week of Assessment – Week 4 (21st Sep, 11:59 p.m.)
Weightage – 15%
Submission on – BB Learn (using Safe Assign submission)
The assessment is based on Individual Essay based on concepts related to CLO-1: Compare motivation
theories and reward management techniques that influence employee behaviour and job satisfaction at
work.

Name of the Student

ID Number
Submission Date
In CLO 1, you discussed motivational theories and rewards systems. Based on your learning and HCT
library search, you are required to write a 1000 – 1300 word essay (typed, double-spaced, Times New
Roman, 12 font size, 1-inch marking, not including figures, charts or any bibliography). The essay should
dig deeper to reflect on your learning. It must connect to academic concepts, theories, model, while critically
examining your own understanding. You will be graded based on the rubric provided at the end of this
document.
Your essay will be divided into three parts:
1. Introduction – Write a short introduction, which includes a summary of the CLO and the basic concepts
of motivation and rewards. It should be no more than a few sentences. (2.5 marks)

2. Evaluation and Analysis – This section is where you will address the two points mentioned below. (45
marks):
a. Analyse any two motivation theories: One content theory and one process theory (8 + 8 =
16 marks). Describe the pros (at least 4) and cons (at least 3) of each theory (8 + 6 = 14
marks). (total = 30 marks)
b. Applying the motivational theories identified in part (a), suggest different rewards that
organizations can apply to motivate employees. Ensure to discuss five rewards in
association with each theory you mentioned in part 1. ((5 x 1.5) + (5 x 1.5) = 15 marks)

3. Conclusion – This should simply reiterate your main points and conclusions. It should be no more than
a few sentences long. (2.5 marks)
Remember to properly cite your references and provide bibliography as an appendix, using APA
referencing style. Please refer to at least 3 journal articles for motivation theories and 2 journal
articles for reward and motivation.

Note: Your essay will begin from Page 3. You need to include this document in your submission.

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Criteria Inadequate (less than 60 marks)
Introduction The introcduction lacks logical
5% organization. It shows some
(2.5 marks) coherence but ideas lack unity.
Serious errors.
Analysis of 2 Content shows some thinking but
motivation most ideas are underdeveloped
theories with and unoriginal. Main points lack
pros and cons detailed development. Ideas are
60% vague with little evidence of
(30 marks) critical thinking.
Motivation Content shows some thinking but
and rewards most ideas are underdeveloped
30% and unoriginal. Main points lack
(15 marks) detailed development. Ideas are
vague with little evidence of
critical thinking.
Conclusion There are more than ten
5% grammatical mistakes, no variety
(2.5 marks) in sentence structure, failed to
follow format, APA referencing
and assignment requirements.
Marker’s Comments:
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MARKING RUBRIC FOR ESSAY
Adequate (60 – 76)
Introduction is coherent and
logically organized. Some points
remain misplaced and stray from the
topic. Transitions of the essay are
not evident.
Content indicates thinking and
reasoning applied with original
thoughts on a few ideas. Main points
are present with limited detail and
development. Some critical thinking
is present.
Content indicates thinking and
reasoning applied with original
thoughts on a few ideas. Main points
are present with limited detail and
development. Some critical thinking
is present.
There are five to ten grammatical
mistakes, some variety in sentence
patterns, meets format, APA
referencing and assignment
requirements; the essay is neat but
may have some assembly errors.
Above Average (77 – 86)
Introduction shows an above
average degree of attention to
logic and reasoning of essay. It
leads the reader to the content of
the essay and provide clear
direction.
Content indicates original
thinking and develops ideas with
sufficient and firm evidence for
both motivation theories. Main
points well developed with a
quality supporting details and
quantity. Critical thinking is
weaved into points.
Content indicates original
thinking and develops ideas with
sufficient and firm evidence for
connecting rewards with
theories. Main points well
developed with a quality
supporting details and quantity.
Critical thinking is weaved into
points.
There are a few grammatical
mistakes, sentence variety used
effectively, meets format, APA
referencing and assignment
requirements; the essay is neat
and correctly assembled.
Exemplary (above 86) Marks
Awarded
Introduction shows a higher degree
of attention to logic and reasoning
of essay. It clearly leads the reader
to the content of the essay and stirs
thoughts regarding the topic.
Content indicates a synthesis of
ideas, in-depth analysis of both
motivation theories and evidence
original thought and support for the
topics. Critical thinking have been
applied to evaluate pros and cons of
each theory.
Content indicates a synthesis of
ideas, in-depth discussion of
rewards in connection with each
theory, and evidence original
thought and support for the topics.
Main points well developed with
high quality and quantity support.
Reveals high degree of critical
thinking.
The essay is free of grammatical
errors, creative use of sentence
structure and coordination, meets
all format, APA referencing and
assignment requirements; the essay
is neat and correctly assembled
with a professional look.
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 ESSAY ON MOTIVATION THEORIES AND REWARDS

I. Introduction

II. Evaluation and Analysis

III. Conclusion

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