In self-selecting groups of three or four, visit a work organisation of your choice, preferably one that is well known to at least one member of your group.
a. Using Likert's short form of profile of organisational characteristics, investigate the organisational variables and circle what you believe to be the most accurate answer for each of the 18 questions.
b. Make clear any necessary assumptions, and where possible give brief supporting reasons for your choice of answers.
c. Summarise the extent to which your answers suggest a clear inclination towards one particular model of management system.
d. Explain the conclusions you draw from your investigation and the pattern of your answers.