1. Organizations exist to achieve a specific purpose. Overtime many different theories have been put forth on how to manage an organization to achieve the desired results (identified in the strategic plan). Based on the readings for this week as well as additional research, what are two challenges to effectively managing an organization? What are two strategies for addressing these challenges? Be sure to provide a rationale and support your position with appropriate research.

2. An important element of organizational success understands organizational culture. Edgar schein is the leading expert on organizational culture. Considering organizational culture and employee engagement how would you engage employees in a reorganization of the agency or organization to improve organizational effectiveness?

3. What does the 2011 and 2013 congressional debate over raising the federal debt ceiling indicate about the congressional budget process and the nature of American politics and government?