BS3004 Critical Perspectives for Contemporary Managers

1. ‘The individual should take responsibility for their employability.’ Critically evaluate this statement drawing on relevant literature to support your argument. Word limit: 1000 words (50 marks)

2. Drawing on theoretical critiques and empirical evidence, critically discuss the problems and consequences of becoming the entrepreneurial self. Word limit: 1000 words (50 marks)

3. Drawing on different theoretical perspectives and research evidence, critically analyse how gender inequality can be tackled in contemporary organisations. Word limit: 1000 words (50 marks)

4. Critically examine how age operates as a powerful system of classification in organisations. Draw on research from critical management studies to support your answer. Word limit: 1000 words (50 marks)

5. Critically evaluate the difficulties and barriers to achieving work/life balance in contemporary capitalist societies. Draw on different critical theories and research evidence in your response. Word limit: 1000 words (50 marks)