Academic Writing -- 2

a research report on a theoretical analysis of Pixar Animation You are required to submit a research report on a theoretical analysis of Pixar Animation Studios case . You should address two of the questions below. When researching the related issues you should engage in critical reading and analysis to assist with this task. You are expected to draw on relevant OB theories to discuss or evaluate practice of Pixar Animation Studios to illustrate your answers. ‘Evaluate’ means to present the different aspects of the questions and to come to a conclusion based upon your discussion. (Answer each question as a separate section) Discussion Questions 1. From a motivational theory perspective, identify and explain factors which contribute to Pixar Animation Studios’ management effectiveness 2. What does Pixar Animation Studios’ creativity practices reveal about its empowerment management? Evaluate the contribution of empowerment to Pixar Animation Studios’ success. 3. Using EI theory and the model of the emotions, attitudes and behaviour in exhibit 4.2. assess the attitude and emotions that Pixar seeks to develop with its employees and the impact of its results on productivity.