PURPOSE

This assignment is designed to enhance learners’ skills in discussing the concepts and theories of organizational change and applying it in the real business world.

REQUIREMENT

Malaysia has begun the transition to an endemic phase of COVID-19 starting, on April 1, 2022. The National Security Council has issued that employers and Human Resource leaders to follow in order to live and work safely with COVID-19. Select ONE organization that you are familiar with. Discuss how the chosen organization will benefit from the endemic phase of COVID-19. Describe the challenges that are faced by the chosen organization during the transition.  Suggest other changes that are needed for the organization to be more competitive in its industry.

Part II

ONLINE CLASS PARTICIPATION 

Discuss the following topic(s) in the forum and submit proof of your participation in the online discussions:

1. Why is change important in an organization?
2. What are the differences between the planned and the emergent approach to organizational change?
3. Identify and discuss an employee behavior in your organization that needs to be changed.
4. What are the strengths and weaknesses of OD intervention programs?
5. How do promote creativity and innovation in an organization?