LDR 615 Assignment: Benchmark - Change Initiative: Implementation, Evaluation, and Sustainability

LDR 615 Assignment: Benchmark – Change Initiative: Implementation, Evaluation, and Sustainability

Assessment Description

You will utilize your change model for this assignment. Review the feedback submitted by your instructor on your previous change model assignment. Make any changes or modifications necessary for the submission of this assignment.

Evaluate the performance of your organization or department. Identify an area that would significantly benefit from initiating a change. Write a paper (1,500-1,750 words) in which you describe the particular area you propose to address through a change initiative. Include the following for your company:

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Discuss the issues in this area and the current outcomes as a result of the issues.

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Describe the external and/or internal driving forces, contributing issues, and the people affected.

Evaluate the stakeholders involved and discuss how they will be affected by your change initiative.

Clarify your role and responsibility as a change leader. Discuss the leadership theory (or theories) you will use to guide the change process.

Discuss the change agents you need to recruit in order to successfully implement your change. Describe the roles of these change agents.

Utilize your change model to develop strategies: (a) Explain the relevance of this model to your organization; and (b) Present the strategic aspects using your model. Be sure to clearly define the purpose of each aspect, the people involved, and the actions that need to be taken.

Identify, or predict, the potential barriers to change. Discuss possible ways to overcome these obstacles, including methods for dealing with emerging or unforeseen circumstances that could impede implementation.

Describe the evaluation methods you will use to determine the level of success of your change initiative. Discuss what metrics or measureable determinates you will use.

Propose strategies to anchor change or support continuous change.

Establish how your change plan supports the organizational mission/goal, genuinely addresses stakeholder concerns, and will serve as an equitable contribution for the community or society overall.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite. A link to the LopesWrite technical support articles is located in Class Resources if you need assistance.

Benchmark Information

This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies:

MSL, MBA, MSL in Leadership with an Emphasis in Homeland Security and Emergency Management 1.5

Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in response to changing or unknown circumstances.

MSL, MSL in Leadership and Homeland Security and Emergency Mgmnt 3.5; MBA and MSN Leadership in Health Care Systems 6.2; MBA and MSL 6.5

Develop strategy for implementing and managing change within an organization.

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Benchmark – Change Initiative: Implementation, Evaluation, and Sustainability – Rubric

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Rubric Criteria

Total250 points

Criterion	1. Unsatisfactory	2. Less than Satisfactory	3. Satisfactory	4. Good	5. Excellent
The Need for Change The Need for Change	0 points The need for change including specifying the issue and the current outcomes resulting from the issue is not discussed.	18.5 points The need for change including specifying the issue and the current outcomes resulting from the issue is discussed, but discussion is incomplete or inaccurate.	19.75 points The need for change including specifying the issue and the current outcomes resulting from the issue is included, but discussion is cursory and lacking in depth.	21.75 points The need for change including specifying the issue and the current outcomes resulting from the issue is discussed, including all necessary elements.	25 points The need for change including specifying the issue and the current outcomes resulting from the issue is thoroughly discussed with rich detail, including all necessary elements.
Driving Forces Driving Forces	0 points Description of internal and/or external driving forces, contributing issues, and people affected is not included.	9.25 points Description of internal and/or external driving forces, contributing issues, and people affected is incomplete or inaccurate.	9.88 points Description of internal and/or external driving forces, contributing issues, and people affected is included, but discussion is cursory and lacking in depth.	10.88 points Description of internal and/or external driving forces, contributing issues, and people affected is discussed, including all necessary elements.	12.5 points Description of internal and/or external driving forces, contributing issues, and people affected is thoroughly discussed with rich detail, including all necessary elements.
Stakeholder Evaluation Stakeholder Evaluation	0 points Evaluation of stakeholders and how they will be affected by the change initiative is not included.	9.25 points Evaluation of stakeholders and how they will be affected by the change initiative is incomplete or inaccurate.	9.88 points Evaluation of stakeholders and how they will be affected by the change initiative is included, but discussion is cursory and lacking in depth.	10.88 points Evaluation of stakeholders and how they will be affected by the change initiative is discussed, including all necessary elements.	12.5 points Evaluation of stakeholders and how they will be affected by the change initiative is thoroughly discussed with rich detail, including all necessary elements.
The Role of the Leader in the Change Initiative The Role of the Leader in the Change Initiative	0 points The role of the leader in the change initiative is not addressed.	18.5 points The role of the leader in the change initiative is present, but it is incomplete or inaccurate.	19.75 points The role of the leader in the change initiative is presented, but it is cursory and lacking in depth.	21.75 points The role of the leader in the change initiative is presented and includes discussion of all necessary elements.	25 points The role of the leader in the change initiative is thoroughly presented with rich detail and includes discussion of all necessary elements.
Change Agents and Roles Change Agents and Roles	0 points Discussion of necessary change agents and their respective roles in implementing change is not included.	18.5 points Discussion of necessary change agents and their respective roles in implementing change is incomplete or inaccurate.	19.75 points Discussion of necessary change agents and their respective roles in implementing change is included, but discussion is cursory and lacking in depth.	21.75 points Discussion of necessary change agents and their respective roles in implementing change is discussed, including all necessary elements.	25 points Discussion of necessary change agents and their respective roles in implementing change is thoroughly discussed with rich detail, including all necessary elements.
Application of the Change Model to Develop Strategies (B) Application of the Change Model to Develop Strategies Develop strategy for implementing and managing change within an organization. (C 3.5, 6.5)	0 points The change model is not applied to develop strategies.	18.5 points The change model is applied, but the resulting strategies are incomplete or inaccurate.	19.75 points The change model is applied, but the resulting strategies are cursory and lacking in depth.	21.75 points The change model is thoroughly applied and the resulting strategies include all necessary elements.	25 points The change model is thoroughly applied with rich detail and the resulting strategies include all necessary elements.
Overcoming Barriers to Change (B) Overcoming Barriers to Change Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in response to changing or unknown circumstances. (C 1.5)	0 points Overcoming barriers to change is not addressed.	18.5 points Overcoming barriers to change is presented, but it is incomplete or inaccurate.	19.75 points Overcoming barriers to change is presented, but it is cursory and lacking in depth.	21.75 points Overcoming barriers to change is presented and includes discussion of all necessary elements.	25 points Overcoming barriers to change is thoroughly presented with rich detail and includes discussion of all necessary elements.
Evaluation Methods Evaluation Methods	0 points Evaluation methods for determining the success of the change initiative are not included.	18.5 points Evaluation methods for determining the success of the change initiative are incomplete or inaccurate.	19.75 points Evaluation methods for determining the success of the change initiative are included but lack specific metrics or measurable determinants and relevant details.	21.75 points Evaluation methods for determining the success of the change initiative are complete and include specific metrics or measurable determinants and relevant details.	25 points Evaluation methods for determining the success of the change initiative are extremely thorough with specific metrics or measurable determinants clearly defined and numerous relevant details.
Strategies for Sustaining Change Strategies for Sustaining Change	0 points Strategies for sustaining change are not addressed.	9.25 points Strategies for sustaining change are incomplete or inaccurate.	9.88 points Strategies for sustaining change are presented, but discussion is cursory and lacking in depth.	10.88 points Strategies for sustaining change are complete and include discussion of all necessary elements.	12.5 points Strategies for sustaining change are thoroughly presented with rich detail and include discussion of all necessary elements.
Overall Effectiveness of Change Plan Overall Effectiveness of Change Plan	0 points Discussion of how the change plan supports the organizational mission and goals, addresses stakeholder concerns, and contributes to the community of society is not included.	9.25 points Discussion of how the change plan supports the organizational mission and goals, addresses stakeholder concerns, and contributes to the community of society is incomplete or inaccurate.	9.88 points Discussion of how the change plan supports the organizational mission and goals, addresses stakeholder concerns, and contributes to the community of society is cursory and lacking in depth.	10.88 points Discussion of how the change plan supports the organizational mission and goals, addresses stakeholder concerns, and contributes to the community of society is presented and includes discussion of all necessary elements.	12.5 points Discussion of how the change plan supports the organizational mission and goals, addresses stakeholder concerns, and contributes to the community of society is thoroughly presented with rich detail and includes discussion of all necessary elements.
Thesis Development and Purpose Thesis Development and Purpose	0 points Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.	5.55 points Thesis is insufficiently developed or vague. Purpose is not clear.	5.93 points Thesis is apparent and appropriate to purpose.	6.53 points Thesis is clear and forecasts the development of the paper. Thesis is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose.	7.5 points Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.
Argument Logic and Construction Argument Logic and Construction	0 points Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources.	9.25 points Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility.	9.88 points Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis.	10.88 points Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative.	12.5 points Clear and convincing argument that presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.
Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, and language use) Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, and language use)	0 points Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice or sentence construction is employed.	9.25 points Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register) or word choice are present. Sentence structure is correct but not varied.	9.88 points Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but they are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct and varied sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are employed.	10.88 points Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. The writer uses a variety of effective sentence structures and figures of speech.	12.5 points The writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.
Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment) Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)	0 points Template is not used appropriately or documentation format is rarely followed correctly.	3.7 points Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent.	3.95 points Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present.	4.35 points Appropriate template is fully used. There are virtually no errors in formatting style.	5 points All format elements are correct.
Documentation of Sources Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style)	0 points Sources are not documented.	9.25 points Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.	9.88 points Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.	10.88 points Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.	12.5 points Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of error.

Criterion

1. Unsatisfactory

2. Less than Satisfactory

3. Satisfactory

4. Good

5. Excellent

The Need for Change

0 points

The need for change including specifying the issue and the current outcomes resulting from the issue is not discussed.

18.5 points

The need for change including specifying the issue and the current outcomes resulting from the issue is discussed, but discussion is incomplete or inaccurate.

19.75 points

The need for change including specifying the issue and the current outcomes resulting from the issue is included, but discussion is cursory and lacking in depth.

21.75 points

The need for change including specifying the issue and the current outcomes resulting from the issue is discussed, including all necessary elements.

25 points

The need for change including specifying the issue and the current outcomes resulting from the issue is thoroughly discussed with rich detail, including all necessary elements.

Driving Forces

0 points

Description of internal and/or external driving forces, contributing issues, and people affected is not included.

9.25 points

Description of internal and/or external driving forces, contributing issues, and people affected is incomplete or inaccurate.

9.88 points

Description of internal and/or external driving forces, contributing issues, and people affected is included, but discussion is cursory and lacking in depth.

10.88 points

Description of internal and/or external driving forces, contributing issues, and people affected is discussed, including all necessary elements.

12.5 points

Description of internal and/or external driving forces, contributing issues, and people affected is thoroughly discussed with rich detail, including all necessary elements.

Stakeholder Evaluation

0 points

Evaluation of stakeholders and how they will be affected by the change initiative is not included.

9.25 points

Evaluation of stakeholders and how they will be affected by the change initiative is incomplete or inaccurate.

9.88 points

Evaluation of stakeholders and how they will be affected by the change initiative is included, but discussion is cursory and lacking in depth.

10.88 points

Evaluation of stakeholders and how they will be affected by the change initiative is discussed, including all necessary elements.

12.5 points

Evaluation of stakeholders and how they will be affected by the change initiative is thoroughly discussed with rich detail, including all necessary elements.

The Role of the Leader in the Change Initiative

0 points

The role of the leader in the change initiative is not addressed.

18.5 points

The role of the leader in the change initiative is present, but it is incomplete or inaccurate.

19.75 points

The role of the leader in the change initiative is presented, but it is cursory and lacking in depth.

21.75 points

The role of the leader in the change initiative is presented and includes discussion of all necessary elements.

25 points

The role of the leader in the change initiative is thoroughly presented with rich detail and includes discussion of all necessary elements.

Change Agents and Roles

0 points

Discussion of necessary change agents and their respective roles in implementing change is not included.

18.5 points

Discussion of necessary change agents and their respective roles in implementing change is incomplete or inaccurate.

19.75 points

Discussion of necessary change agents and their respective roles in implementing change is included, but discussion is cursory and lacking in depth.

21.75 points

Discussion of necessary change agents and their respective roles in implementing change is discussed, including all necessary elements.

25 points

Discussion of necessary change agents and their respective roles in implementing change is thoroughly discussed with rich detail, including all necessary elements.

Application of the Change Model to Develop Strategies (B)

Application of the Change Model to Develop Strategies Develop strategy for implementing and managing change within an organization. (C 3.5, 6.5)

0 points

The change model is not applied to develop strategies.

18.5 points

The change model is applied, but the resulting strategies are incomplete or inaccurate.

19.75 points

The change model is applied, but the resulting strategies are cursory and lacking in depth.

21.75 points

The change model is thoroughly applied and the resulting strategies include all necessary elements.

25 points

The change model is thoroughly applied with rich detail and the resulting strategies include all necessary elements.

Overcoming Barriers to Change (B)

Overcoming Barriers to Change Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in response to changing or unknown circumstances. (C 1.5)

0 points

Overcoming barriers to change is not addressed.

18.5 points

Overcoming barriers to change is presented, but it is incomplete or inaccurate.

19.75 points

Overcoming barriers to change is presented, but it is cursory and lacking in depth.

21.75 points

Overcoming barriers to change is presented and includes discussion of all necessary elements.

25 points

Overcoming barriers to change is thoroughly presented with rich detail and includes discussion of all necessary elements.

Evaluation Methods

0 points

Evaluation methods for determining the success of the change initiative are not included.

18.5 points

Evaluation methods for determining the success of the change initiative are incomplete or inaccurate.

19.75 points

Evaluation methods for determining the success of the change initiative are included but lack specific metrics or measurable determinants and relevant details.

21.75 points

Evaluation methods for determining the success of the change initiative are complete and include specific metrics or measurable determinants and relevant details.

25 points

Evaluation methods for determining the success of the change initiative are extremely thorough with specific metrics or measurable determinants clearly defined and numerous relevant details.

Strategies for Sustaining Change

0 points

Strategies for sustaining change are not addressed.

9.25 points

Strategies for sustaining change are incomplete or inaccurate.

9.88 points

Strategies for sustaining change are presented, but discussion is cursory and lacking in depth.

10.88 points

Strategies for sustaining change are complete and include discussion of all necessary elements.

12.5 points

Strategies for sustaining change are thoroughly presented with rich detail and include discussion of all necessary elements.

Overall Effectiveness of Change Plan

0 points

Discussion of how the change plan supports the organizational mission and goals, addresses stakeholder concerns, and contributes to the community of society is not included.

9.25 points

Discussion of how the change plan supports the organizational mission and goals, addresses stakeholder concerns, and contributes to the community of society is incomplete or inaccurate.

9.88 points

Discussion of how the change plan supports the organizational mission and goals, addresses stakeholder concerns, and contributes to the community of society is cursory and lacking in depth.

10.88 points

Discussion of how the change plan supports the organizational mission and goals, addresses stakeholder concerns, and contributes to the community of society is presented and includes discussion of all necessary elements.

12.5 points

Discussion of how the change plan supports the organizational mission and goals, addresses stakeholder concerns, and contributes to the community of society is thoroughly presented with rich detail and includes discussion of all necessary elements.

Thesis Development and Purpose

0 points

Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.

5.55 points

Thesis is insufficiently developed or vague. Purpose is not clear.

5.93 points

Thesis is apparent and appropriate to purpose.

6.53 points

Thesis is clear and forecasts the development of the paper. Thesis is descriptive and reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose.

7.5 points

Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the paper. Thesis statement makes the purpose of the paper clear.

Argument Logic and Construction

0 points

Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources.

9.25 points

Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility.

9.88 points

Argument is orderly, but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis.

10.88 points

Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of argumentation are evident. There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most sources are authoritative.

12.5 points

Clear and convincing argument that presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.

Mechanics of Writing (includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, and language use)

0 points

Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning. Inappropriate word choice or sentence construction is employed.

9.25 points

Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in language choice (register) or word choice are present. Sentence structure is correct but not varied.

9.88 points

Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but they are not overly distracting to the reader. Correct and varied sentence structure and audience-appropriate language are employed.

10.88 points

Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. The writer uses a variety of effective sentence structures and figures of speech.

12.5 points

The writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.

Paper Format (use of appropriate style for the major and assignment)

0 points

Template is not used appropriately or documentation format is rarely followed correctly.

3.7 points

Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken. A lack of control with formatting is apparent.

3.95 points

Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although some minor errors may be present.

4.35 points

Appropriate template is fully used. There are virtually no errors in formatting style.

5 points

All format elements are correct.

Documentation of Sources

Documentation of Sources (citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc., as appropriate to assignment and style)

0 points

Sources are not documented.

9.25 points

Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect, as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.

9.88 points

Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.

10.88 points

Sources are documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.

12.5 points

Sources are completely and correctly documented, as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of error.

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