Critically assess the factors that influence business

Critically assess the factors that influence business

Objectives This assessment task relates to course learning outcomes numbers 3, 4 and 5. 3. Critically assess the factors that influence business environment 4. Evaluate the complex role of globalisation 5. Analyse the roles of ethics and social responsibility in the business environment. Before starting this assessment read the information and marking criteria set out below. Please also review the rubric for this assessment which is downloadable from the Moodle site. Purpose The purpose of this assessment item is to assess your ability to write a 1500-word Academic Essay that demonstrates your critical thinking and communication skills. You are required to critically analyse the following statement: “Established businesses must adopt entrepreneurial practices if they are to successfully pursue innovation opportunities in a global market”. In developing your argument, which was what an essay requires you to do, please ensure that you incorporate critical insights from at least six peer reviewed scholarly journals. This evidence-based research will enable you to support your argument, demonstrating your application of critical thinking to incorporate opposing perspectives, and culminating in a compelling conclusion. Please fully review the rubric for this assessment before starting your Assessment. A note on writing essays: • Demonstrate your communication skills by using the third person passive writing style. • Do not use diagrams/pictures in an Academic Essay. This will give you an opportunity to demonstrate your communication writing skills.