A strong essay will use the key themes addressed in the first part of the module to develop the analysis, namely: • The Practice Perspective • Managing Strategic Discourse: What is a strategists? • Managing Strategic Discourse: Where does strategy happen? • Managing Strategic Discourse: How can I influence strategy? • Complexity Perspective: A Way of Thinking About Strategy? Organisations with which you are familiar can be used to illustrate the themes covered in the essay. However, the essay is not a case study, it is a theoretical paper. Remember that a critical study aims to provide a balanced analysis of differing perspectives, and points of view, before drawing the argument to a coherent conclusion In order to complete this activity you need to undertake three principal tasks: (1) Utilise academic research using literature from journals, books, etc. (2) Undertake a critical evaluation making effective use of evidence and sources (3) Present findings in an appropriate format (ensure that Harvard referencing is used) Marking criteria: 1. Introduction to the assignment describing scope, objectives, methods of investigation etc. 2. Identification of key areas 3. Application of theory 4. Structured analysis 5. Creativity of thought 6. Presentation of document including clarity of expression and referencing.