Evaluate Leadership And Ethical Decision-Making

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400-600 words that respond to the following questions with your ideas, analysis, and comments supported with application of course learning materials. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.

Note: All character and company names are fictional and are not intended to depict any actual person or business.

For assistance with your assignment, please use Beyond the Book, Web resources, and all course materials.

Read the UWEAR and PALEDENIM scenario found below. You will first meet with the CEOs of each organization, Theresa Tramlin and Mike Miller, to help them understand their important leadership roles for the success of the merger.

UWEAR and PALEDENIM Merger Scenario

UWEAR and PALEDENIM

Will this work? What do we do next?

Those were just two of the questions that weighed on Theresa Tramlins mind as she walked with Mike Miller to yet another meeting. The merger between UWEAR and PALEDENIM was underway, and things had become chaotic at the office during the past week as the management teams clashed over differing policies and procedures.

I am glad that we decided to hire ALTAP Consulting for this project. Theresa said as she joined Mike on the elevator, Their experience will certainly be helpful as we try to move through this merger.

Mike looked down, hesitated slightly, and then responded, I think youre right. I have some doubts about bringing in outsiders, but they might be able to offer a perspective that we lack. I just wonder what they can really offer since they dont know our industry.

I can understand your hesitation, Mike, but I really think were making the best decision possible, Theresa responded confidently as they exited the elevator and headed down the hall to the meeting. The team has been under a lot of pressure the past couple of weeks trying to deal with this merger, and we need help. I dont know if we can do it alone any longer.

ALTAP Consulting

Can you believe it? I asked Steve Maine as he barged into your office with a huge smile on his face. We got the contract for the merger between UWEAR and PALEDENIM. Excitedly smacking the contract on your desk, he said, This is huge for our company and a big opportunity for you!

You were just promoted to the strategic manager position after spending your first 2 years as a strategic analyst. You work at a management and leadership consulting firm that specializes in corporate management training and solutions.

Maybe this will be your first real project to manage.

I want this project, Steve, you stated emphatically. Im ready for it, and I wont let you down.

What makes you think youre ready for a challenge like this so soon? Steve raised his left eyebrow, glancing uncertainly in your direction. This is a pretty high-profile project, and all eyes will be on you. Do you really think youre prepared for this?

Right now is your opportunity to win the job.

Ive had experience with projects like this before with my previous company, Steve. Do you remember the merger project I mentioned that I was in charge of for the two petroleum companies?

All right, he responds, if you think youre ready, then Im willing to put it in your hands. Lets go over the company briefs because you need to prepare for a meeting next week with the CEOs of UWEAR and PALEDENIM.