Suggested Essay Plan

Introduction

Sentence 1 – introduce the general subject; (organisational change)

Sentence 2 -introduce the topic; (how power affects change, how the use and acceptance of power varies in different national cultures)

Sentence 3 – introduce your position (thesis statement); example “This essay explores the contention that national culture affects the use and acceptance of power in change programs. This will be explored by comparatively applying the power-related elements of Hofstede’s cultural dimensions to Singapore and Australia.’’

Sentence 4 – introduce the essay as a document (first, second, third, finally);

Sentence 5 – state the scope of the essay and say what you will not cover.

Body Paragraphs

• Introduce and define the types of power which may be used in change programs.

• Explain the positive and negative aspects of the use of power in change programs.

• Introduce and define Hofstede’s cultural dimensions.

• Focus on and further explore the power-related aspects of Hofstede’s dimensions.

• Compare and contrast the power-related aspects of Hofstede’s dimensions between Australia and Singapore.

• Summarise arguments from the body paragraphs.

• Remind the reader of the main argument (your thesis) and the reasoning behind it (your supporting points).

• Add any other remarks that emphasise the significance of the thesis.