Read the WorldCom case study from the Principles of Management book available from Saylor Academy.
Blog post - Manager errors at WorldCom
Use the knowledge you've acquired so far in this learning pathway to answer the following question:
- What errors did the managers at WorldCom make that eventually led to their downfall?
Share your thoughts with your classmates by writing a blog post. Remember to tag (Wordpress) or label (Blogger) your blog post using the PMAN103 course tag.
While writing your post, think about:
- How the managers at WorldCom, including Bernard Ebbers, fell victim to some of the biases mentioned in your readings.
- How group decision making was a disadvantage in this case.
Note: You can also record your reflections in a written journal, if you prefer, but sharing your insights with your classmates means that you can trigger a discussion that may lead to a deeper understanding as we can all benefit from each other's experience.
You are encouraged to comment on a post by a fellow learner.
