QCE BusinessPractice Examination 15

This paper covers

• Unit 4 Topic 2 — Transformation: drivers of change (internal, external operating, macro)
• Lewin's three-stage change management model vs Kotter's 8-step theory
• Force field analysis and power-interest grid
• Management strategies to overcome resistance to change
• Performance management outcomes: redundancy, retraining, development
• Corporate culture as an internal driver of change
• M&A context: organisational culture integration post-acquisition
• Business criteria: competitiveness, effectiveness, efficiency, stakeholder satisfaction
• Unit 3: SWOT, STEEPLE analytical tools applied to diversification/post-maturity context
• Queensland/Australian business context — furniture retail sector

Students are permitted to bring into the examination the materials normally allowed for this subject. Answer all questions in the spaces provided.

This is an ATARMAxxing practice paper. It is not an official examination and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced by the VCAA, NESA or the QCAA.