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The Participant is asked to assume the role of an Administrative Assistant who has been called in to replace an employee who has suddenly been taken ill. The participant is required to deal with a number of important issues such as the organization of an internal conference, the co-ordination of a selection interview schedule and various other general administrative matters. The participant is required to act decisively, prioritize, and display good planning and organizing ability.
The Participant assumes the role of Director at Monfield Water, one of the leading providers of clean and waste water services in the UK. The participant is required to write a draft Strategic Direction Paper which will be used to inform a quarterly meeting with the industry regulator. It will also form the foundation of the organisation’s annual business plan. Using the quantitative and qualitative data provided, the Participant will identify priorities, consider risks and opportunities, and outline a core strategy for meeting organisational objectives. No prior experience of Utility or related services is assumed.
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The Participant assumes the role of a Research Officer working for the Education and Self-Improvement Group, a public body which provides training initiatives for adults and young people. The Participant must analyse four different training courses and make recommendations to the Head of Procurement as to how to reduce costs. The Participant is provided with a range of qualitative data and is expected to consider all of the information provided in order to make a reasoned and objective decision to the Head of Procurement.
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The Participant assumes the role of a Personal Assistant to the Senior Partner in the Law firm, Parker Woods LLP. They work closely with the Senior Partner providing administrative support for daily work requirements. The Participant is required to deal with issues relating to diary management, internal and external requests, quality checking documents and performance issues. This exercise is one of our more challenging Level A exercises due to the responsibilities of a Personal Assistant.
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The Participant assumes the role of a Factory HR Manager of a leading motor components manufacturer. Supported by a small team, the Factory HR Manager is responsible for all HR matters at several sites and this entails managing a wide range of correspondence from various levels within the organisation. The issues raised relate to selection, appraisal, training & development, internal communications, rewards and disciplinary matters. Participants are not required to display specific knowledge of HR practices or legal principles, beyond what would be expected of any line manager.
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The Participant assumes the role of a Regional Director of a Public Sector Agency responsible for the collation and ongoing analysis of demographic data within the UK. The In-Basket contains issues relating to staff, such as recruitment, staff development and the results of a recent Employee Opinion Survey, as well as some issues with direct reports. It also contains items regarding the use of new technology for data analysis, commercial opportunities for the use of their data and various other strategic initiatives.
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Working within an organisation which is committed to building sustainable communities and better lives, the Participant will assume the role of a newly appointed Branch Manager within Haven Housing Association. The issues included in this In-Basket are typical of a first-line management role and include managing services to customers, team motivation, maximising income and performance management. No prior experience of Housing Associations or related services is assumed.
*** This is an Online Business Simulation Exercise delivered through our VirtualAC Platform. A paper version of this Exercise is also available. ***
The Participant takes on the role of a recently recruited graduate who is on the company’s Management Trainee Scheme. The scheme is comprised of a series of 3-month placements working on a series of special projects, aimed at giving the individual a broad understanding of the organisation. The Exercise scenario involves the Participant managing a range of issues related to a new set of projects. Items within the In-Basket include emails, circulars and correspondence and the Participant has to process these items within the allotted time.
The Participant assumes the role of a Personal Assistant to the Senior Partner in the Law firm, Parker Woods LLP. They work closely with the Senior Partner providing administrative support for daily work requirements. The Participant is required to deal with issues relating to diary management, internal and external requests, quality checking documents and performance issues. This exercise is one of our more challenging Level A exercises due to the responsibilities of a Personal Assistant.
Working within an organisation which is committed to building sustainable communities and better lives, the Participant will assume the role of a newly appointed Branch Manager within Haven Housing Association. The issues included in this In-Basket are typical of a first-line management role and include managing services to customers, team motivation, maximising income and performance management. No prior experience of Housing Associations or related services is assumed.
