You are required to attempt the following essay question, by writing a critical analytical essay of between 2000 – 2100 words. (Your word count should be based on your introduction, body and conclusion, and should not include the title page or your list of references at the end of your essay.)

Essay question:

What are the defining behavioural characteristics and work-related preferences of Millennials? How do these factors shape our understanding of the most appropriate leadership styles and approaches to adopt when leading a team of Millennials?

This essay assignment actually poses several questions. You should formulate your answer as a single coherent essay.•

The grading of this assignment:

This assignment will be graded according to its content, analysis, argument and presentation. More specifically the following criteria will be used to evaluate your essay and provide feedback:

(a)Level of Analysis:
Is the assignment well researched?
Is the assignment well argued?
(b)Level of Written Expression:
Is the assignment well written – fluent, lucid, using appropriate language.
(c)Overall Coherence of your Essay:
Is the assignment well structured?
Is the assignment well presented?

It is recommended that you use the University Library’s electronic databases, such as ABI/Inform, Proquest and ScienceDirect in order to find relevant journal articles to help you make a start on researching your chosen essay. These databases can be found on the University’s Library Web Pages: Library > Access > Databases by title > P > Proquest. If you need assistance with learning how to access academic journals online through our Library – please contact one of the Librarians at the City Campus. These people are professionally trained to assist you in developing the skills to find relevant

GSBS6004 – ESSAY SPECIFICATIONS (Trimester 2, 2016)

When completing the final draft of your essay, please ensure that your essay is formatted as follows:

12 point font•
1.5 line spacing (not single spacing, not double spacing)•
Times New Roman or Arial font•
Left AND right justification of your text – text margins must align on both sides•
Paragraph format•
No tables, charts, diagrams in the main body of your essay – put these in appendices if you feel you need to use them.•
No bullet points, no number lists – this is an essay, not a report and not a set of notes