CONE 401 – Planning and Scheduling
Ethics Assignment
Name:
The Code of Ethics of the American Institute of Constructors identifies the following
seven principles.
1. A Constructor shall have full regard to the public interest in fulfilling his or her
responsibilities to the employer or client.
2. A Constructor shall not engage in any deceptive practice, or in any practice which
creates an unfair advantage for the Constructor or another.
3. A Constructor shall not maliciously or recklessly injure or attempt to injure, whether
directly or indirectly, the professional reputation of others.
4. A Constructor shall ensure that when providing a service which includes advice, such
advice shall be fair and unbiased.
5. A Constructor shall not divulge to any person, firm, or company, information of a
confidential nature acquired during the course of professional activities.
6. A Constructor shall carry out responsibilities in accordance with current professional
practice, so far as it lies within his or her power.
7. A Constructor shall keep informed of new thought and development in the
construction process appropriate to the type and level of his or her responsibilities and
shall support research and the educational processes associated with the construction
profession.
Your assignment is to identify an example of an ethical issue that relates to one of the
7 principles. Your sources can be magazines, newspapers, the web, or your own
experience.
In a short report (1 page / 500 words), provide the following:
1- Source of information
2- Describe: (1) the project situation, (2) the ethical considerations (3) the actual
solution/behavior and (4) the ethical solution/behavior.
3 - Attach any printed material (copy of the article, web page, text book etc.)
USE TECHNICAL LANGUAGE.
Notes on listing references (http://www.plagiarism.org):
A bibliography is a list of all of the sources you have used in the process of researching your work. In
general, a bibliography should include:
• the authors' names
• the titles of the works
• the names and locations of the companies that published your copies of the sources
• the dates your copies were published
• the page numbers of your sources (if they are part of multi-source volumes)
Review of Reading Materials 0-10 points
Used no citings
0points
Used 1 citings
6points
Used 2 citings
8points
10 Used the required 3 citings
10points
Paper Organization 0-5 points
Not organized Click to edit level
0points
Average paper---weak in two areas---intro or main body or summary/conclusionClick to edit level
2points
CWell organized paper— weak in one area: intro, main body, or summary/conclusionlick to edit level
3points
Well organized paper---strong introduction, main body and summary/conclusion
5points
Policy Concepts/theories Linked to Analysis and Experience/Example(s)/Personal Observation 0-10 points
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(TCO A) Under what circumstances might it be ethical for the federal government to record or track calls or Internet searches without any sort of warrant? Analyze and evaluate the various issues presented while arguing and debating the connections between business, law, politics, and ethics. (Points : 30)
2. (TCO B) If a hotel hosts a pool with a dangerous drain cover, and someone dies due to the drain cover, what sort of liability might that hotel have? Ignore criminal issues and focus on civil liability under torts and negligence. What possible legal causes of action might exist here? What about possible defenses? Analyze and evaluate the various issues presented while arguing and debating the connections between business, law, politics, and ethics. (Points : 30)
3. (TCO C) Because tires are a part of an inherently dangerous activity—driving—should manufacturers and retailers be subject to strict liability for defective tires? Why or why not? Discuss all of the possible legal theories of recovery and possible defenses. Analyze and evaluate the various issues presented while arguing and debating the connections between business, law, politics, and ethics. Be specific when describing causes of action and defenses. (Points : 30)
Question 4.
4. (TCO E) With the credit-card contracts, credit-card companies can unilaterally change the interest rate. Discuss whether there should be any requirements of reasonableness or fair dealing implied in the agreement. Please define the concept of an unconscionable contract. Could such a concept apply in the case of credit card contracts? Would the nonwaivable good faith provision in Uniform Commercial Code Section 1-304 affect this situation? In recent years what restrictions have been passed into law dealing with the solicitation of credit and the issuance of credit cards? Analyze and evaluate the various issues presented while arguing and debating the connections between business, law, politics, and ethics. (Points : 30)
5. (TCO G) Environmental law is both federal and state-controlled. Discuss the effect on state regulations if the federal government, through the Environmental Protection Agency, changes the standards for air pollution and carbon dioxide emissions. Also describe what legislation already exists to make certain the air is less polluted and that water remains in a similar state. Also what about CERCLA and
the manner in which we assure that the soil is not contaminated?
Who is liable for the cost of cleaning up any contamination? Analyze and evaluate the various issues presented while arguing and debating the connections between business, law, politics, and ethics. (Points : 30)
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6550 Fall 2013
Exercise #1
The following is the post-closing trial balance for the Patrick's Manufacturing Corporation as of December 31, 20X0.
The following transactions occurred during January 20X1:
Jan.
1
Sold merchandise for cash, $3,500. The cost of the merchandise was $2,000. The company uses the perpetual inventory system.
2
Purchased equipment on account for $5,500 from the Strong Company.
4
Received a bill of $150 from the local newspaper for an advertisement that appeared in the paper on January 2.
8
Sold merchandise on account for $5,000. The cost of the merchandise was $2,800.
10
Purchased merchandise on account for $9,500.
13
Purchased equipment for cash, $800.
16
Paid the entire amount due to the Strong Company.
18
Received $4,000 from customers on account.
20
Paid $800 to the owner of the building for January’s rent.
30
Paid employees $3,000 for salaries for the month of January.
31
Paid a cash dividend of $1,000 to shareholders.
Required:
1. Use the horizontal model to record the transactions
2. Prepare general Journal entries to record each transaction.
3. Prepare an income Statement
4. Prepare a balance sheet.
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3. Summarize three of Covey's habits in your own words and give examples of how these
habits would apply to project management. Document your ideas in a two-page paper, and
include at least two references.
4. Research recruiting and retention strategies at three different companies. What distinguishes
one company from another in this area? Are strategies such as signing bonuses, tuition reim-
bursement, and business casual dress codes standard for new information technology work-
ers? What strategies appeal most to you? Summarize your ideas in a two-page paper,
citing at least three references.
5. Write a two-page paper summarizing the main features of Microsoft Project 2007 that can
376 assist project managers in human resource management. In addition, interview someone
who uses Project 2007. Ask him or her if their organization uses any project human resource
management features as described in this chapter and Appendix A, and document their rea-
sons for using or not using certain features.
Chapter 9
6. Developing good IT project managers is an important issue. Review several of the studies
cited in this chapter related to the IT and project management job market and required skills.
Also review requirements at your college or university for people entering these fields. Sum-
marize your findings and opinions on this issue in a two- to three-page paper.
Running Case
Several people working on the Recreation and Wellness Intranet Project are confused about
who needs to do what for the testing portion of the project. Recall that the team members
include you, a programmer/analyst and aspiring project manager; Patrick, a network special-
ist; Nancy, a business analyst; and Bonnie, another programmer/analyst. Tony Prince .
Department of Labor Preliminary Regulatory Reform PlanObama White House
When President Obama unveiled his plan to create a 21st-century regulatory system that protects the health and safety of Americans in a cost-effective way, he called for an unprecedented government-wide review of rules already on the books. As a result of that review, the Department of Labor has identified initiatives to reduce burdens and save money. Read the agency plan and share your comments, feedback and questions.
Visit WhiteHouse.gov/RegulatoryReform to view all the plans and learn more.
(TCO A) Under what circumstances might it be ethical for the feder.docxhoney725342
(TCO A) Under what circumstances might it be ethical for the federal government to record or track calls or Internet searches without any sort of warrant? Analyze and evaluate the various issues presented while arguing and debating the connections between business, law, politics, and ethics. (Points : 30)
2. (TCO B) If a hotel hosts a pool with a dangerous drain cover, and someone dies due to the drain cover, what sort of liability might that hotel have? Ignore criminal issues and focus on civil liability under torts and negligence. What possible legal causes of action might exist here? What about possible defenses? Analyze and evaluate the various issues presented while arguing and debating the connections between business, law, politics, and ethics. (Points : 30)
3. (TCO C) Because tires are a part of an inherently dangerous activity—driving—should manufacturers and retailers be subject to strict liability for defective tires? Why or why not? Discuss all of the possible legal theories of recovery and possible defenses. Analyze and evaluate the various issues presented while arguing and debating the connections between business, law, politics, and ethics. Be specific when describing causes of action and defenses. (Points : 30)
Question 4.
4. (TCO E) With the credit-card contracts, credit-card companies can unilaterally change the interest rate. Discuss whether there should be any requirements of reasonableness or fair dealing implied in the agreement. Please define the concept of an unconscionable contract. Could such a concept apply in the case of credit card contracts? Would the nonwaivable good faith provision in Uniform Commercial Code Section 1-304 affect this situation? In recent years what restrictions have been passed into law dealing with the solicitation of credit and the issuance of credit cards? Analyze and evaluate the various issues presented while arguing and debating the connections between business, law, politics, and ethics. (Points : 30)
5. (TCO G) Environmental law is both federal and state-controlled. Discuss the effect on state regulations if the federal government, through the Environmental Protection Agency, changes the standards for air pollution and carbon dioxide emissions. Also describe what legislation already exists to make certain the air is less polluted and that water remains in a similar state. Also what about CERCLA and
the manner in which we assure that the soil is not contaminated?
Who is liable for the cost of cleaning up any contamination? Analyze and evaluate the various issues presented while arguing and debating the connections between business, law, politics, and ethics. (Points : 30)
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6550 Fall 2013Exercise #1The following is the post-closing t.docxevonnehoggarth79783
6550 Fall 2013
Exercise #1
The following is the post-closing trial balance for the Patrick's Manufacturing Corporation as of December 31, 20X0.
The following transactions occurred during January 20X1:
Jan.
1
Sold merchandise for cash, $3,500. The cost of the merchandise was $2,000. The company uses the perpetual inventory system.
2
Purchased equipment on account for $5,500 from the Strong Company.
4
Received a bill of $150 from the local newspaper for an advertisement that appeared in the paper on January 2.
8
Sold merchandise on account for $5,000. The cost of the merchandise was $2,800.
10
Purchased merchandise on account for $9,500.
13
Purchased equipment for cash, $800.
16
Paid the entire amount due to the Strong Company.
18
Received $4,000 from customers on account.
20
Paid $800 to the owner of the building for January’s rent.
30
Paid employees $3,000 for salaries for the month of January.
31
Paid a cash dividend of $1,000 to shareholders.
Required:
1. Use the horizontal model to record the transactions
2. Prepare general Journal entries to record each transaction.
3. Prepare an income Statement
4. Prepare a balance sheet.
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3. Summarize three of Covey's habits in your own words and give examples of how these
habits would apply to project management. Document your ideas in a two-page paper, and
include at least two references.
4. Research recruiting and retention strategies at three different companies. What distinguishes
one company from another in this area? Are strategies such as signing bonuses, tuition reim-
bursement, and business casual dress codes standard for new information technology work-
ers? What strategies appeal most to you? Summarize your ideas in a two-page paper,
citing at least three references.
5. Write a two-page paper summarizing the main features of Microsoft Project 2007 that can
376 assist project managers in human resource management. In addition, interview someone
who uses Project 2007. Ask him or her if their organization uses any project human resource
management features as described in this chapter and Appendix A, and document their rea-
sons for using or not using certain features.
Chapter 9
6. Developing good IT project managers is an important issue. Review several of the studies
cited in this chapter related to the IT and project management job market and required skills.
Also review requirements at your college or university for people entering these fields. Sum-
marize your findings and opinions on this issue in a two- to three-page paper.
Running Case
Several people working on the Recreation and Wellness Intranet Project are confused about
who needs to do what for the testing portion of the project. Recall that the team members
include you, a programmer/analyst and aspiring project manager; Patrick, a network special-
ist; Nancy, a business analyst; and Bonnie, another programmer/analyst. Tony Prince .
Department of Labor Preliminary Regulatory Reform PlanObama White House
When President Obama unveiled his plan to create a 21st-century regulatory system that protects the health and safety of Americans in a cost-effective way, he called for an unprecedented government-wide review of rules already on the books. As a result of that review, the Department of Labor has identified initiatives to reduce burdens and save money. Read the agency plan and share your comments, feedback and questions.
Visit WhiteHouse.gov/RegulatoryReform to view all the plans and learn more.
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Action Research Project Proposal
Assignment
Instructions: This is a three-part assignment, in which you develop a proposal for a viable action research project. The purpose of the proposal is to engage and inform potential funders of the project, as well as other key stakeholder groups invested in social change initiatives. The proposal should clearly and succinctly describe all aspects of your proposed project, clearly explaining what you will do and why. Please note that you are not required to implement the project as part of the SOC-481 coursework.
In PART 1 of the assignment, you will develop the initial sections of an action research proposal. From the Instructor (Good work. Good topic and basic framework for project. Good reference list; make sure to cite sources in text.)
In PART 2, you will build upon and revise the initial sections of the proposal (as needed), adding the last sections of the proposal and completing a final draft of the proposal.
In PART 3, you will develop a PowerPoint presentation, to include an overview of your proposed project, as well as a completed SWOT Analysis which could potentially be used to guide further development of the proposed project.
____________________________________________________________________________
PART 2
Instructions
Use the instructor feedback you received to revise Part 1 of this assignment. Next, use Part 2 (below) to create the final draft of your community-based action research proposal. In a separate Word document, the completed proposal (not including the list of references) should be approximately 1,500-2,300 words and include the following:
Section Two-
1. Study Design and Data Collection Methods (750-800 words)
Action Research Approach
Provide an overview of the why and how of your proposed investigative approach and study design.
Recruitment of Community Participants and Partners
Briefly describe the approach you will take to recruit and engage community partners (such as organizations, service providers, etc.) and participants (for example: individual members of the community, “change agents,” etc.).
Community Needs Assessment
Briefly explain the approach you will take to assess community needs and assets, and how information generated from the needs assessment will be used to advance project aims. Note specific data collection tools and methods you will use in this phase of the project (e.g., focus groups, surveys)
Community Planning and Capacity Building
Briefly describe what you will do to foster community connections, planning and decision-making processes, and individual and/or organization skills/capacities to support community change efforts.
2. Analytic Approach and Methods (150-250 words)
Briefly describe the processes and procedures you will follow to analyze collected data. Explain the purpose of analytic tools such as a SWOT analysis, and describe how you will use generated information.
3. Quality Control and Evaluation (250-400 words)
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Imagine that you are talking to a friend about pursuing a job in the criminal justice system.
Write a 400 word response describing the conflict between due process and crime control models. No works cited page. Address the following:
· Describe the differences between the formal and informal social control.
· Define the 2 models: crime control and due process.
· Describe the conflict between the models.
· Which one do you think your local community represents?
· How might the emphasis on human services impact the conflict between due process and control?
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Sample Executive Summary: Sunco
I.M. Student
The University of Arizona Global Campus
BUS 123: Principles in Business
Professor Tough
May 15, 2050
*This sample was adapted by the UAGC Writing Center from an original paper by a student. Used by permission.
An executive summary is a concise summary of a business report. It restates the purpose of the report, it highlights
the major points of the report, and it describes any results, conclusions, or recommendations from the report.
An executive summary should be aimed at an audience that is interested in and wants to learn more about the
purpose of the main business report.
An executive summary should…
• Be presented as a document that can stand on its own
• Be one to three pages, depending on the length of the report
Note: For academic purposes, a title page is attached to the executive
summary. In the professional world, however, this is not required.
http://writingcenter.uagc.edu/introduction-apa
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Sample Executive Summary: Sunco
Through partnering with utility companies and other energy regulators, Sunco can make
renewable energy a dependable option for our customers. The opportunity, recommendation,
timeline, and cost are provided in this report.
Opportunity
In the absence of a national “smart” grid, which would increase “pricing transparency,
as well as enable a host of consumer-producer interactive transactions” (Contreras, 2012, p.
645), we here at Sunco, as producers of renewable energy, have run into the problem of getting
our services to the customers who demand them. Similarly, our consumers who generate
renewable energy on-site from solar panels and wind turbines have also run into the problem of
permits, regulations, and service charges that vary from state to state and utility to utility (Ryor,
2014). Currently, the main challenge is convincing local utilities of the economic viability of
renewable energy, and since the energy supplied is undifferentiated, the general customer base
is unaware that other options exist.
Solution
Since we, as a company, lack the necessary knowledge and authority to enable our
services to be accessed and expedited in a way that would make them economically feasible in
the existing system, we seek to engage in a partnership with utilities and regulators arou ...
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HS 6010 Module 1 Assignment 3 Compare and Contrast Human Services Organizations
It is important to understand that human services are broad in spectrum and consist of many types of service delivery, including mental health, child welfare, medical care, public assistance, and corrections.
Case Study - Healthier Babies in Twin Falls, IdahoRead Healthier.docxwendolynhalbert
Case Study - Healthier Babies in Twin Falls, Idaho
Read Healthier Babies in Twin Falls and write an analysis.
Follow this format -
The paper should be 1 to 1.5 pages
1- Write a BRIEF summary of the article - about 1/3 of the content.
One paragraph summary. One paragraph summary.
One paragraph summary. One paragraph summary.
One paragraph summary. One paragraph summary.
One paragraph summary. One paragraph summary.
2- Address these issues:
· What are 3 underlying causes of the problem of low birth-weight babies? Explain.
· This problem is being addressed primarily by a hospital. Is this a provider problem or a public health problem? - Why?
· What would you do to solve the problem as it stands at the end of the case?
Assignment
Paper B2- Organizational Policy to address an IT-related ethical issue that you wrote about in your matrix for the B1 assignment
Write an organizational policy to address the IT-related ethical workforce privacy issue that you described in Matrix B1, where you mapped key organizational issues and identified how these ethical issues were affected by laws, regulations, and policies.
The following elements must be addressed:
1. Look at other policies to see how they are written. The following site provides examples of templates for policies but an Internet search provides other templates: http://www.sans.org/security-resources/policies/computer.php
2. Your policy should include the following major headings:
a) Overview of policy
b) Purpose of the policy
c) Scope (roles and responsibilities of stakeholders)
d) Policy/Procedures to follow - (Note: you should be aware that a policy only describes "what," the staff of an organization will do, while a procedure describes "how," the staff of an organization will accomplish a required action. As a result, this section should only discuss the specific measures, needs, or changes to behavior within the organization in terms of policy points, i.e., what they must do to conform to the policy. Any procedures that are needed to assist in doing the “what,” are usually included by reference later in the policy– procedures should not be included in the policy points).
e) Sanctions/Enforcement
3. Prepare a 3-5 page, double-spaced paper with your Organizational Policy.
4. The assignment requires a minimum of three external references. Indicate appropriate APA reference citations for all sources you use.
Rubric Name: Paper B2
Criteria
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Overview of Policy
1.5 points
The overview fully introduces the ethical issue and its facets described in Paper B1.
1.2 points
The overview partially introduces the ethical issue and its facets described in Paper B1
0.9 points
The overview introduces the ethical issue, and its facets described in Paper B1 in a cursory manner.
Purpose of Policy
2 points
The purpose of the policy is crystal clear and there should be no question why it was put in place.
1.6 points
The purpose of the policy could have been cle ...
Office of Personnel Management Preliminary Regulatory Reform PlanObama White House
When President Obama unveiled his plan to create a 21st-century regulatory system that protects the health and safety of Americans in a cost-effective way, he called for an unprecedented government-wide review of rules already on the books. As a result of that review, the Office of Personnel Management has identified initiatives to reduce burdens and save money. Read the agency plan and share your comments, feedback and questions.
Visit WhiteHouse.gov/RegulatoryReform to view all the plans and learn more.
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Computer Forensics Group Project/Assignment
Assignment: Before you get hired and joined this Cybersecurity consultancy firm, you
have been told that the company went through various cyber-attacks, and they do not
have a well-established Forensics and or cybersecurity team to investigate post and/or
pre-attack scenarios. The company have had a global presence and upon hire, you met
and held recurrent meetings with the company Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief
Technology Officer (CTO). Finally, you all agreed upon the fact that the organizations do
not have a well-established Risk Management Framework as well as a Forensics Unit. So,
you are tasked to develop a comprehensive risk management strategy for the
enterprise/company. This company was established in March 2020 (literally during the
outbreak of the COVID pandemic).
You may consider the following attributes as your basis for the development of your
strategies.
It’s a Cybersecurity consultancy firm and have had offices in Tokyo, Tallinn,
and Cape Town – with the headquarter in Richmond, VA.
The firm started its operation in March 2020 (during the COVID outbreak)
2000+ employees
Users in Tokyo and Tallinn are authenticated through a domain controller
hosted on-premise in their respective data center (which is on the same
building), whereas users in Cape Town and Richmond are authenticated to
Microsoft Azure Active Directory (AD) infrastructure hosted in Microsoft’s
Azure cloud.
They do not have any Forensics unit at all
Employees who work in the Headquarter use non-secure File Transfer
Protocol to upload/send data with users at the branch office
Most employees have Admin access to the company social media sites and
can post company updates (Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, LinkedIn,
Users in Tokyo, Tallinn, and Cape Town are using on-premise exchange server
for email management as opposed to Microsoft O356 - as in the case with
Richmond users'
80% of employees have little awareness on Cyber security and its associated
risks
The organization do not have any threat model or methodologies to follow.
Threat model examples are MITRE’s ATT&CK, Lockheed Martin Cyber Kill
Chain)
They do not have different IT teams and creating of an IT team with different
responsibilities is required
Splunk Free is the Security information and event management (SIEM)
software which all locations use.
Each location has their own Configuration Control Board (CCB) and there is no
centralized repository to track hardware/software inventory.
Neither vulnerability management, nor incident response plan is formulated.
The Help Desk is in Richmond so that all users from Tallinn, Tokyo, and Cape
Town has to contact them for their technical issues. At times, when there is an
outage on their corporate email platform (outlook), they communicate with
Help Desk team in Richmond through public email domains, e.g., Gma ...
Week 8 Assignment 3 - Submit Here
Students, please view the "Submit a Clickable Rubric Assignment" in the Student Center.
Instructors, training on how to grade is within the Instructor Center.
Assignment 3: Pay, Benefits, and Terms and Conditions of Employment
Due Week 8 and worth 300 points
It is your responsibility as the HR Director of the same organization from Assignment 2 to a) create policies regarding pay and benefits for the selected job opportunity, and b) develop methods for both addressing unionization and implementing OSHA regulations. You will present your findings to the Vice President of Human Resources for approval.
In preparation for this assignment, review the following articles on contractors vs. employees and temp workers:
·
Bier, Ellin & Tucker: Distinguishing Between Independent Contractors and Employees
·
Murray: Difference Between Independent Contractors and Employees
· “
The Expendables: How the Temps Who Power Corporate Giants Are Getting Crushed
”
Create a PowerPoint presentation with fifteen to twenty (15-20) slides in which you:
1. Create a Wage and Hour standard for the job opportunity that you had selected in Assignment 2, and support your standard by using the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Equal Pay Act to prevent any potential discriminatory impact.
2. Decide on three (3) benefits required for the job opportunity using ERISA. Propose two (2) methods that the employer can use in order to manage the fiduciary duties wisely and with the employees’ best interests in mind. Provide a rationale for your response.
3. Elaborate on two (2) rights regarding unionization that Section 7 of the NLRA guarantees. Next, examine two (2) unfair labor practices, and argue the importance of your organization refraining from using such practices during any self-organization and collective bargaining activities. Explore two (2) potential repercussions of an organization’s interference with self-organization and collective bargaining practices.
4. Propose three (3) ways to discourage employees from considering unionization. Then, compose one (1) strategy for championing a supportive and satisfying work environment within the organization.
5. Select one (1) OSHA violation case, and determine whether the resulting penalties were sufficient to deter the organization in question from repeating the same violative action. Justify your response.
6. Outline a plan for investigating workplace injuries, and formulate a policy that explains the process for filing a worker’s compensation claim within the selected organization.
7. Narrate each slide, using a microphone, and indicate what you would say if you were actually presenting in front of an audience.
8. Use at least three (3) quality academic resources in this assignment.
Note
: Wikipedia and other Websites do not qualify as academic resources.
Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
· Format the PowerPoint presentation with headings on e ...
Administrative Agencies, Rulemaking, and the Administrative Proced.docxoreo10
Administrative Agencies, Rulemaking, and the Administrative Procedure Act
, the Application Assignment is to be completed
before
the Discussion question.
Administrative agencies, such as the Department of Justice, the Food and Drug Administration, and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, engage in the rulemaking process to carry out legislation (i.e., statutes) related to their area of expertise. For instance, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission was charged with creating rules to carry out the Americans with Disabilities Act passed in 1990. The rules created by administrative agencies may implement, interpret, or prescribe law or policy, depending on the level of detail provided in the statute. For example, in some instances, there is very little detail in the statute as to how it should be carried out. In such instances, agencies must interpret and “flesh out” the statute and then create and implement rules related to the statute. The rulemaking process is guided by the Administrative Procedure Act (APA). There are three core elements of the APA model
—
information, participation, and accountability
—
that guide the rulemaking process. However, it is important to note that there are no standard set of procedures appropriate in all occurrences of rulemaking.
To prepare for this assignment:
Review Chapter 1 of the course text
,
Rulemaking: How Government Agencies Write Law and Make Policy
. Focus on how rules influence law and policy. Also consider the functions of rules.
Review Chapter 2 of the course text
,
Rulemaking: How Government Agencies Write Law and Make Policy
. Pay attention to the elements (e.g. information, participation, and accountability) of rulemaking, as defined by the APA.
Review the article, “Rulemaking without Rules: An Empirical Study of Direct Final Rulemaking.” Consider the role of administrative agencies and the rulemaking element, participation.
Using the Internet, select and research an administrative agency and a recent policy for which the agency created and executed rules (i.e. Environmental Protection Agency and the Toxic Substances Control Act).
Consider one rule the agency you selected created and executed or might create and execute based on the policy you selected.
Reflect on how the agency executed the rule or might execute the rule, using the elements of the APA model.
The assignment (1–2 pages):
Briefly explain the role of administrative agencies in the formation and execution of laws and public policy.
Briefly describe the administrative agency and policy you selected.
Explain one rule the agency created and executed or might create and execute based on the policy. In your explanation, be sure to indicate how the rule supports the policy. Be specific.
Explain how the agency executed the rule or might execute the rule, using elements from the APA model. Be specific and use examples to support your explanation.
Support your Application Assignment with specific references to all resources.
Assignment 3 Capstone Research ProjectDue Week 10 and worth 440.docxrock73
Assignment 3: Capstone Research Project
Due Week 10 and worth 440 points
Assume you are the partner in an accounting firm hired to perform the audit on a fortune 1000 company. Assume also that the initial public offering (IPO) of the company was approximately five (5) years ago and the company is concerned that, in less than five (5) years after the IPO, a restatement may be necessary. During your initial evaluation of the client, you discover the following information:
· The client is currently undergoing a three (3) year income tax examination by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). A significant issue involved in the IRS audit encompasses inventory write-downs on the tax returns that are not included in the financial statements. Because of the concealment of the transaction, the IRS is labeling the treatment of the write-down as fraud.
· The company has a share-based compensation plan for top-level executives consisting of stock options. The value of the options exercised during the year was not expensed or disclosed in the financial statements.
· The company has several operating and capital leases in place, and the CFO is considering leasing a substantial portion of the assets for future use. The current leases in place are arranged using special purpose entities (SPEs) and operating leases.
· The company seeks to acquire a global partner, which will require IFRS reporting.
· The company received correspondence from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) requesting additional supplemental information regarding the financial statements submitted with the IPO.
Write an eight to ten (8-10) page paper in which you:
1. Evaluate any damaging financial and ethical repercussions of failure to include the inventory write-downs in the financial statements. Prepare a recommendation to the CFO, evaluating the negative impact of a civil fraud penalty on the corporation as a result of the IRS audit. In the recommendation, include essential internal control procedures to prevent fraudulent financial reporting from occurring, as well as the major obligation of the CEO and CFO to ensure compliance.
2. Examine the negative results on stakeholders and the financial statements of an IRS audit which generates additional tax and penalties or subsequent audits. Assume that the subsequent audit and / or additional tax and penalties result from the taxpayer’s use of an inventory reserve account, applying a 10 percent reduction to inventory over three (3) years.
3. Discuss the applicable federal tax laws, regulations, rulings, and court cases related to the inventory write-downs, and explain the specific relevance of each to the write-down.
4. Research the current generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) regarding stock option accounting. Evaluate the current treatment of the company’s share-based compensation plan based on GAAP reporting. Contrast the financial benefits and risks of the share-based compensation stock option plan with the financia ...
Chapter 16-Culture and Leadership AssignmentThe purpose of thiEstelaJeffery653
Chapter 16-Culture and Leadership Assignment
The purpose of this assignment is:
· for you reflect and evaluate your own culture and its cultural baggage in the context of leadership.
· consider how your culture’s norms affect your interaction with others from another culture.
· consider how you will approach cross-cultural leadership.
Read Chapter 15, Culture and Leadership (Northouse, 2019) and the following resources:
· https://www.hofstede-insights.com/country-comparison/
· https://www.strengthsmining.com/resources/culture/cultural-clusters/
· http://guide.culturecrossing.net/about_this_guide.php
· http://guide.culturecrossing.net/explore.php
For this assignment, you will create a document that covers the following: (Hint: this is your outline).
1) Part 1 include:
a) Definition of culture (citation needed).
b) In your own words, state why it is important understanding the role culture plays in leadership.
c) Define cultural baggage? (citation needed)
d) Name the culture you are from and highlight your own personal cultural baggage you have.
2) Part 2 include:
a) Name the comparison culture that is from a different cluster from your own.
b) Why did you choose this culture ?
c) Have you ever met someone from this culture?
3) Part 3 include:
a) In a table format, compare the following between your culture and the culture you chose:
i) Verbal Communication: Direct or Indirect
ii) Non-Verbal Communication
iii) Individual (Me) or Collectivism (We) traits
iv) Democratic or Autocratic
v) Views on gender egalitarianism
vi) Views on time
vii) Negotiations/Dealing with conflict
4) Part 4 include:
a) Choose one difference and discuss two strategies you would use to engage that person if they were on your team.
b) Finish with a concluding paragraph stating what you learned about culture and how it has affected your underdstanding of how you will lead.
Assignment Guidelines
· Include a APA 7 title page
· Make sure to use correct APA in-text citations for paraphrased ideas and quoted text.
· Include all sources cited in your reference list.
Due date
· Please check the due date in Moodle and upload this assignment to the appropriate Dropbox.
Chapter
16-Culture
and
Leadership
Assignment
The
purpose
of
this
assignment
is:
·
for
you
reflect
and
evaluate
your
own
culture
and
its
cultural
baggage
in
the
context
of
leadership.
·
consider
how
your
culture
’
s
norms
affect
your
interaction
with
others
from
another
culture.
·
consider
how
you
will
approach
cross-cultural
leadership.
Read
Chapter
15,
Culture
and
Leadership
(Northouse,
2019)
and
the
following
resources:
·
https://www.hofstede-insights.com/country-comparison/
·
https://www.strengthsmining.com/resources/culture/cultural-clusters/
·
http://guide.culturecrossing.net/about_this_guide.php
·
http://guide.culturecrossing.net/explore.php
For
this
assignment,
you
will
create
a
document
that
covers
the
following:
(Hint:
this
is
your
outline).
1)
Part
1
include:
a)
Definition
of
culture
(citatio ...
2nd Generation Construction procurement Reform -Published at IPPC 2012 at Se...Veluppillai Mohan
This objective of this paper is, to identify the 2nd Generation Construction procurement Reform from the procurement global construction survey and to attend to the views of the buyers (owners) of construction services and look at their take on the current state of the industry, their levels of satisfaction and importantly, some of the key issues facing future project planning and the appointment of contractors. Survey carried out research which sought to identify those issues which keep the CEOs of major contracting companies to say, the business risks facing contractors and the management of construction projects. The research survey carried out by owners, chief executives and senior executives of major leading global companies to explore three main areas: 1.Current business trends, 2.Managing the building process and 3.The future.
Liberty UniversitySMGT 699 INTERNSHIPPORTFOLIO GUIDELINES.docxjesssueann
Liberty University
SMGT 699 INTERNSHIP
PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES
The following outline is intended to provide you with the guidelines for your internship. Although the focus of each student is primarily oriented to accomplishing the tasks and responsibilities assigned by each host organization, the following guidelines represent the writing and reporting requirements, which need to be submitted in the final week of the semester in order to receive a final grade for the experience.
The specific due date will be provided in Blackboard. Students are required to create a portfolio (word documents and/or excel spreadsheet). This submission will satisfy the “culminating experience” requirement by Liberty University in order to successfully complete graduate school.
INTERNSHIP FINAL REPORT:
This Report/Portfolio will be due during the final week of your internship and includes the following requirements for acceptance.
A. Length and Format: This report shall be as long or short as necessary to communicate the required information, Times or Times New Roman font size 12 pt. should be used. Feel free to include charts and supporting material that may be provided in an attached appendix.
B. Place and Date of Submission: ONLY an electronic copy of the final report should be submitted via Blackboard. Faxed reports will not be accepted. Do not mail a paper report.
C. Optional Revisions of Final Report: A student has the option of submitting the Final Report to the professor no later than Week 12. If an internship report is deemed unsatisfactory for any reason, it will be returned to the respective intern for revisions and modifications. Presentation and factualness of data, spelling, and grammar will be reviewed carefully and may result in required revisions. This report should be treated as a business report which will be evaluated and will be available for community review by faculty, staff, and students. If no revisions are necessary, the report will be accepted as final.
STRUCTURE OF FINAL INTERNSHIP REPORT
An internship final report should be structured to include the following sections and subsections.
I. THE ORGANIZATION:
A. Overview of Host Organization: Briefly describe the type of organization in which you worked and where/how it fits into the sport industry (e.g., local, regional, national, or international). Please include its primary constituencies and the primary nature of its operations (i.e., goods or services). Briefly describe the major purposes of the organization including its mission, goals, and strategic objectives. Please include any relevant promotional brochures and any other pertinent information that describes the work of the host organization. The data might include any strategic documents such as an annual report and/or strategic management plans.
B. Structure and Personnel of Host Organization: Briefly describe the organizational structure and its effectiveness with regard to management philosophies, leadersh.
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Utilize these tools to better understand:
The behaviors associated with Major Depression
Evidence of any cognitive impairment that may be complicating Eugene's recovery
The overlap of depressive, cognitive and anxiety behaviors and what they mean
How alcohol may be a factor in compromising outcomes
What is Eugene's baseline level of functioning and has he deviated from that point?
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Action Research Project Proposal
Assignment
Instructions: This is a three-part assignment, in which you develop a proposal for a viable action research project. The purpose of the proposal is to engage and inform potential funders of the project, as well as other key stakeholder groups invested in social change initiatives. The proposal should clearly and succinctly describe all aspects of your proposed project, clearly explaining what you will do and why. Please note that you are not required to implement the project as part of the SOC-481 coursework.
In PART 1 of the assignment, you will develop the initial sections of an action research proposal. From the Instructor (Good work. Good topic and basic framework for project. Good reference list; make sure to cite sources in text.)
In PART 2, you will build upon and revise the initial sections of the proposal (as needed), adding the last sections of the proposal and completing a final draft of the proposal.
In PART 3, you will develop a PowerPoint presentation, to include an overview of your proposed project, as well as a completed SWOT Analysis which could potentially be used to guide further development of the proposed project.
____________________________________________________________________________
PART 2
Instructions
Use the instructor feedback you received to revise Part 1 of this assignment. Next, use Part 2 (below) to create the final draft of your community-based action research proposal. In a separate Word document, the completed proposal (not including the list of references) should be approximately 1,500-2,300 words and include the following:
Section Two-
1. Study Design and Data Collection Methods (750-800 words)
Action Research Approach
Provide an overview of the why and how of your proposed investigative approach and study design.
Recruitment of Community Participants and Partners
Briefly describe the approach you will take to recruit and engage community partners (such as organizations, service providers, etc.) and participants (for example: individual members of the community, “change agents,” etc.).
Community Needs Assessment
Briefly explain the approach you will take to assess community needs and assets, and how information generated from the needs assessment will be used to advance project aims. Note specific data collection tools and methods you will use in this phase of the project (e.g., focus groups, surveys)
Community Planning and Capacity Building
Briefly describe what you will do to foster community connections, planning and decision-making processes, and individual and/or organization skills/capacities to support community change efforts.
2. Analytic Approach and Methods (150-250 words)
Briefly describe the processes and procedures you will follow to analyze collected data. Explain the purpose of analytic tools such as a SWOT analysis, and describe how you will use generated information.
3. Quality Control and Evaluation (250-400 words)
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Imagine that you are talking to a friend about pursuing a job in the criminal justice system.
Write a 400 word response describing the conflict between due process and crime control models. No works cited page. Address the following:
· Describe the differences between the formal and informal social control.
· Define the 2 models: crime control and due process.
· Describe the conflict between the models.
· Which one do you think your local community represents?
· How might the emphasis on human services impact the conflict between due process and control?
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Sample Executive Summary: Sunco
I.M. Student
The University of Arizona Global Campus
BUS 123: Principles in Business
Professor Tough
May 15, 2050
*This sample was adapted by the UAGC Writing Center from an original paper by a student. Used by permission.
An executive summary is a concise summary of a business report. It restates the purpose of the report, it highlights
the major points of the report, and it describes any results, conclusions, or recommendations from the report.
An executive summary should be aimed at an audience that is interested in and wants to learn more about the
purpose of the main business report.
An executive summary should…
• Be presented as a document that can stand on its own
• Be one to three pages, depending on the length of the report
Note: For academic purposes, a title page is attached to the executive
summary. In the professional world, however, this is not required.
http://writingcenter.uagc.edu/introduction-apa
2
Sample Executive Summary: Sunco
Through partnering with utility companies and other energy regulators, Sunco can make
renewable energy a dependable option for our customers. The opportunity, recommendation,
timeline, and cost are provided in this report.
Opportunity
In the absence of a national “smart” grid, which would increase “pricing transparency,
as well as enable a host of consumer-producer interactive transactions” (Contreras, 2012, p.
645), we here at Sunco, as producers of renewable energy, have run into the problem of getting
our services to the customers who demand them. Similarly, our consumers who generate
renewable energy on-site from solar panels and wind turbines have also run into the problem of
permits, regulations, and service charges that vary from state to state and utility to utility (Ryor,
2014). Currently, the main challenge is convincing local utilities of the economic viability of
renewable energy, and since the energy supplied is undifferentiated, the general customer base
is unaware that other options exist.
Solution
Since we, as a company, lack the necessary knowledge and authority to enable our
services to be accessed and expedited in a way that would make them economically feasible in
the existing system, we seek to engage in a partnership with utilities and regulators arou ...
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Case Study - Healthier Babies in Twin Falls, IdahoRead Healthier.docxwendolynhalbert
Case Study - Healthier Babies in Twin Falls, Idaho
Read Healthier Babies in Twin Falls and write an analysis.
Follow this format -
The paper should be 1 to 1.5 pages
1- Write a BRIEF summary of the article - about 1/3 of the content.
One paragraph summary. One paragraph summary.
One paragraph summary. One paragraph summary.
One paragraph summary. One paragraph summary.
One paragraph summary. One paragraph summary.
2- Address these issues:
· What are 3 underlying causes of the problem of low birth-weight babies? Explain.
· This problem is being addressed primarily by a hospital. Is this a provider problem or a public health problem? - Why?
· What would you do to solve the problem as it stands at the end of the case?
Assignment
Paper B2- Organizational Policy to address an IT-related ethical issue that you wrote about in your matrix for the B1 assignment
Write an organizational policy to address the IT-related ethical workforce privacy issue that you described in Matrix B1, where you mapped key organizational issues and identified how these ethical issues were affected by laws, regulations, and policies.
The following elements must be addressed:
1. Look at other policies to see how they are written. The following site provides examples of templates for policies but an Internet search provides other templates: http://www.sans.org/security-resources/policies/computer.php
2. Your policy should include the following major headings:
a) Overview of policy
b) Purpose of the policy
c) Scope (roles and responsibilities of stakeholders)
d) Policy/Procedures to follow - (Note: you should be aware that a policy only describes "what," the staff of an organization will do, while a procedure describes "how," the staff of an organization will accomplish a required action. As a result, this section should only discuss the specific measures, needs, or changes to behavior within the organization in terms of policy points, i.e., what they must do to conform to the policy. Any procedures that are needed to assist in doing the “what,” are usually included by reference later in the policy– procedures should not be included in the policy points).
e) Sanctions/Enforcement
3. Prepare a 3-5 page, double-spaced paper with your Organizational Policy.
4. The assignment requires a minimum of three external references. Indicate appropriate APA reference citations for all sources you use.
Rubric Name: Paper B2
Criteria
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Overview of Policy
1.5 points
The overview fully introduces the ethical issue and its facets described in Paper B1.
1.2 points
The overview partially introduces the ethical issue and its facets described in Paper B1
0.9 points
The overview introduces the ethical issue, and its facets described in Paper B1 in a cursory manner.
Purpose of Policy
2 points
The purpose of the policy is crystal clear and there should be no question why it was put in place.
1.6 points
The purpose of the policy could have been cle ...
Office of Personnel Management Preliminary Regulatory Reform PlanObama White House
When President Obama unveiled his plan to create a 21st-century regulatory system that protects the health and safety of Americans in a cost-effective way, he called for an unprecedented government-wide review of rules already on the books. As a result of that review, the Office of Personnel Management has identified initiatives to reduce burdens and save money. Read the agency plan and share your comments, feedback and questions.
Visit WhiteHouse.gov/RegulatoryReform to view all the plans and learn more.
Computer Forensics Group ProjectAssignment AssignmentLynellBull52
Computer Forensics Group Project/Assignment
Assignment: Before you get hired and joined this Cybersecurity consultancy firm, you
have been told that the company went through various cyber-attacks, and they do not
have a well-established Forensics and or cybersecurity team to investigate post and/or
pre-attack scenarios. The company have had a global presence and upon hire, you met
and held recurrent meetings with the company Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief
Technology Officer (CTO). Finally, you all agreed upon the fact that the organizations do
not have a well-established Risk Management Framework as well as a Forensics Unit. So,
you are tasked to develop a comprehensive risk management strategy for the
enterprise/company. This company was established in March 2020 (literally during the
outbreak of the COVID pandemic).
You may consider the following attributes as your basis for the development of your
strategies.
It’s a Cybersecurity consultancy firm and have had offices in Tokyo, Tallinn,
and Cape Town – with the headquarter in Richmond, VA.
The firm started its operation in March 2020 (during the COVID outbreak)
2000+ employees
Users in Tokyo and Tallinn are authenticated through a domain controller
hosted on-premise in their respective data center (which is on the same
building), whereas users in Cape Town and Richmond are authenticated to
Microsoft Azure Active Directory (AD) infrastructure hosted in Microsoft’s
Azure cloud.
They do not have any Forensics unit at all
Employees who work in the Headquarter use non-secure File Transfer
Protocol to upload/send data with users at the branch office
Most employees have Admin access to the company social media sites and
can post company updates (Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Twitter, LinkedIn,
Users in Tokyo, Tallinn, and Cape Town are using on-premise exchange server
for email management as opposed to Microsoft O356 - as in the case with
Richmond users'
80% of employees have little awareness on Cyber security and its associated
risks
The organization do not have any threat model or methodologies to follow.
Threat model examples are MITRE’s ATT&CK, Lockheed Martin Cyber Kill
Chain)
They do not have different IT teams and creating of an IT team with different
responsibilities is required
Splunk Free is the Security information and event management (SIEM)
software which all locations use.
Each location has their own Configuration Control Board (CCB) and there is no
centralized repository to track hardware/software inventory.
Neither vulnerability management, nor incident response plan is formulated.
The Help Desk is in Richmond so that all users from Tallinn, Tokyo, and Cape
Town has to contact them for their technical issues. At times, when there is an
outage on their corporate email platform (outlook), they communicate with
Help Desk team in Richmond through public email domains, e.g., Gma ...
Week 8 Assignment 3 - Submit Here
Students, please view the "Submit a Clickable Rubric Assignment" in the Student Center.
Instructors, training on how to grade is within the Instructor Center.
Assignment 3: Pay, Benefits, and Terms and Conditions of Employment
Due Week 8 and worth 300 points
It is your responsibility as the HR Director of the same organization from Assignment 2 to a) create policies regarding pay and benefits for the selected job opportunity, and b) develop methods for both addressing unionization and implementing OSHA regulations. You will present your findings to the Vice President of Human Resources for approval.
In preparation for this assignment, review the following articles on contractors vs. employees and temp workers:
·
Bier, Ellin & Tucker: Distinguishing Between Independent Contractors and Employees
·
Murray: Difference Between Independent Contractors and Employees
· “
The Expendables: How the Temps Who Power Corporate Giants Are Getting Crushed
”
Create a PowerPoint presentation with fifteen to twenty (15-20) slides in which you:
1. Create a Wage and Hour standard for the job opportunity that you had selected in Assignment 2, and support your standard by using the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Equal Pay Act to prevent any potential discriminatory impact.
2. Decide on three (3) benefits required for the job opportunity using ERISA. Propose two (2) methods that the employer can use in order to manage the fiduciary duties wisely and with the employees’ best interests in mind. Provide a rationale for your response.
3. Elaborate on two (2) rights regarding unionization that Section 7 of the NLRA guarantees. Next, examine two (2) unfair labor practices, and argue the importance of your organization refraining from using such practices during any self-organization and collective bargaining activities. Explore two (2) potential repercussions of an organization’s interference with self-organization and collective bargaining practices.
4. Propose three (3) ways to discourage employees from considering unionization. Then, compose one (1) strategy for championing a supportive and satisfying work environment within the organization.
5. Select one (1) OSHA violation case, and determine whether the resulting penalties were sufficient to deter the organization in question from repeating the same violative action. Justify your response.
6. Outline a plan for investigating workplace injuries, and formulate a policy that explains the process for filing a worker’s compensation claim within the selected organization.
7. Narrate each slide, using a microphone, and indicate what you would say if you were actually presenting in front of an audience.
8. Use at least three (3) quality academic resources in this assignment.
Note
: Wikipedia and other Websites do not qualify as academic resources.
Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
· Format the PowerPoint presentation with headings on e ...
Administrative Agencies, Rulemaking, and the Administrative Proced.docxoreo10
Administrative Agencies, Rulemaking, and the Administrative Procedure Act
, the Application Assignment is to be completed
before
the Discussion question.
Administrative agencies, such as the Department of Justice, the Food and Drug Administration, and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, engage in the rulemaking process to carry out legislation (i.e., statutes) related to their area of expertise. For instance, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission was charged with creating rules to carry out the Americans with Disabilities Act passed in 1990. The rules created by administrative agencies may implement, interpret, or prescribe law or policy, depending on the level of detail provided in the statute. For example, in some instances, there is very little detail in the statute as to how it should be carried out. In such instances, agencies must interpret and “flesh out” the statute and then create and implement rules related to the statute. The rulemaking process is guided by the Administrative Procedure Act (APA). There are three core elements of the APA model
—
information, participation, and accountability
—
that guide the rulemaking process. However, it is important to note that there are no standard set of procedures appropriate in all occurrences of rulemaking.
To prepare for this assignment:
Review Chapter 1 of the course text
,
Rulemaking: How Government Agencies Write Law and Make Policy
. Focus on how rules influence law and policy. Also consider the functions of rules.
Review Chapter 2 of the course text
,
Rulemaking: How Government Agencies Write Law and Make Policy
. Pay attention to the elements (e.g. information, participation, and accountability) of rulemaking, as defined by the APA.
Review the article, “Rulemaking without Rules: An Empirical Study of Direct Final Rulemaking.” Consider the role of administrative agencies and the rulemaking element, participation.
Using the Internet, select and research an administrative agency and a recent policy for which the agency created and executed rules (i.e. Environmental Protection Agency and the Toxic Substances Control Act).
Consider one rule the agency you selected created and executed or might create and execute based on the policy you selected.
Reflect on how the agency executed the rule or might execute the rule, using the elements of the APA model.
The assignment (1–2 pages):
Briefly explain the role of administrative agencies in the formation and execution of laws and public policy.
Briefly describe the administrative agency and policy you selected.
Explain one rule the agency created and executed or might create and execute based on the policy. In your explanation, be sure to indicate how the rule supports the policy. Be specific.
Explain how the agency executed the rule or might execute the rule, using elements from the APA model. Be specific and use examples to support your explanation.
Support your Application Assignment with specific references to all resources.
Assignment 3 Capstone Research ProjectDue Week 10 and worth 440.docxrock73
Assignment 3: Capstone Research Project
Due Week 10 and worth 440 points
Assume you are the partner in an accounting firm hired to perform the audit on a fortune 1000 company. Assume also that the initial public offering (IPO) of the company was approximately five (5) years ago and the company is concerned that, in less than five (5) years after the IPO, a restatement may be necessary. During your initial evaluation of the client, you discover the following information:
· The client is currently undergoing a three (3) year income tax examination by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). A significant issue involved in the IRS audit encompasses inventory write-downs on the tax returns that are not included in the financial statements. Because of the concealment of the transaction, the IRS is labeling the treatment of the write-down as fraud.
· The company has a share-based compensation plan for top-level executives consisting of stock options. The value of the options exercised during the year was not expensed or disclosed in the financial statements.
· The company has several operating and capital leases in place, and the CFO is considering leasing a substantial portion of the assets for future use. The current leases in place are arranged using special purpose entities (SPEs) and operating leases.
· The company seeks to acquire a global partner, which will require IFRS reporting.
· The company received correspondence from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) requesting additional supplemental information regarding the financial statements submitted with the IPO.
Write an eight to ten (8-10) page paper in which you:
1. Evaluate any damaging financial and ethical repercussions of failure to include the inventory write-downs in the financial statements. Prepare a recommendation to the CFO, evaluating the negative impact of a civil fraud penalty on the corporation as a result of the IRS audit. In the recommendation, include essential internal control procedures to prevent fraudulent financial reporting from occurring, as well as the major obligation of the CEO and CFO to ensure compliance.
2. Examine the negative results on stakeholders and the financial statements of an IRS audit which generates additional tax and penalties or subsequent audits. Assume that the subsequent audit and / or additional tax and penalties result from the taxpayer’s use of an inventory reserve account, applying a 10 percent reduction to inventory over three (3) years.
3. Discuss the applicable federal tax laws, regulations, rulings, and court cases related to the inventory write-downs, and explain the specific relevance of each to the write-down.
4. Research the current generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) regarding stock option accounting. Evaluate the current treatment of the company’s share-based compensation plan based on GAAP reporting. Contrast the financial benefits and risks of the share-based compensation stock option plan with the financia ...
Chapter 16-Culture and Leadership AssignmentThe purpose of thiEstelaJeffery653
Chapter 16-Culture and Leadership Assignment
The purpose of this assignment is:
· for you reflect and evaluate your own culture and its cultural baggage in the context of leadership.
· consider how your culture’s norms affect your interaction with others from another culture.
· consider how you will approach cross-cultural leadership.
Read Chapter 15, Culture and Leadership (Northouse, 2019) and the following resources:
· https://www.hofstede-insights.com/country-comparison/
· https://www.strengthsmining.com/resources/culture/cultural-clusters/
· http://guide.culturecrossing.net/about_this_guide.php
· http://guide.culturecrossing.net/explore.php
For this assignment, you will create a document that covers the following: (Hint: this is your outline).
1) Part 1 include:
a) Definition of culture (citation needed).
b) In your own words, state why it is important understanding the role culture plays in leadership.
c) Define cultural baggage? (citation needed)
d) Name the culture you are from and highlight your own personal cultural baggage you have.
2) Part 2 include:
a) Name the comparison culture that is from a different cluster from your own.
b) Why did you choose this culture ?
c) Have you ever met someone from this culture?
3) Part 3 include:
a) In a table format, compare the following between your culture and the culture you chose:
i) Verbal Communication: Direct or Indirect
ii) Non-Verbal Communication
iii) Individual (Me) or Collectivism (We) traits
iv) Democratic or Autocratic
v) Views on gender egalitarianism
vi) Views on time
vii) Negotiations/Dealing with conflict
4) Part 4 include:
a) Choose one difference and discuss two strategies you would use to engage that person if they were on your team.
b) Finish with a concluding paragraph stating what you learned about culture and how it has affected your underdstanding of how you will lead.
Assignment Guidelines
· Include a APA 7 title page
· Make sure to use correct APA in-text citations for paraphrased ideas and quoted text.
· Include all sources cited in your reference list.
Due date
· Please check the due date in Moodle and upload this assignment to the appropriate Dropbox.
Chapter
16-Culture
and
Leadership
Assignment
The
purpose
of
this
assignment
is:
·
for
you
reflect
and
evaluate
your
own
culture
and
its
cultural
baggage
in
the
context
of
leadership.
·
consider
how
your
culture
’
s
norms
affect
your
interaction
with
others
from
another
culture.
·
consider
how
you
will
approach
cross-cultural
leadership.
Read
Chapter
15,
Culture
and
Leadership
(Northouse,
2019)
and
the
following
resources:
·
https://www.hofstede-insights.com/country-comparison/
·
https://www.strengthsmining.com/resources/culture/cultural-clusters/
·
http://guide.culturecrossing.net/about_this_guide.php
·
http://guide.culturecrossing.net/explore.php
For
this
assignment,
you
will
create
a
document
that
covers
the
following:
(Hint:
this
is
your
outline).
1)
Part
1
include:
a)
Definition
of
culture
(citatio ...
2nd Generation Construction procurement Reform -Published at IPPC 2012 at Se...Veluppillai Mohan
This objective of this paper is, to identify the 2nd Generation Construction procurement Reform from the procurement global construction survey and to attend to the views of the buyers (owners) of construction services and look at their take on the current state of the industry, their levels of satisfaction and importantly, some of the key issues facing future project planning and the appointment of contractors. Survey carried out research which sought to identify those issues which keep the CEOs of major contracting companies to say, the business risks facing contractors and the management of construction projects. The research survey carried out by owners, chief executives and senior executives of major leading global companies to explore three main areas: 1.Current business trends, 2.Managing the building process and 3.The future.
Liberty UniversitySMGT 699 INTERNSHIPPORTFOLIO GUIDELINES.docxjesssueann
Liberty University
SMGT 699 INTERNSHIP
PORTFOLIO GUIDELINES
The following outline is intended to provide you with the guidelines for your internship. Although the focus of each student is primarily oriented to accomplishing the tasks and responsibilities assigned by each host organization, the following guidelines represent the writing and reporting requirements, which need to be submitted in the final week of the semester in order to receive a final grade for the experience.
The specific due date will be provided in Blackboard. Students are required to create a portfolio (word documents and/or excel spreadsheet). This submission will satisfy the “culminating experience” requirement by Liberty University in order to successfully complete graduate school.
INTERNSHIP FINAL REPORT:
This Report/Portfolio will be due during the final week of your internship and includes the following requirements for acceptance.
A. Length and Format: This report shall be as long or short as necessary to communicate the required information, Times or Times New Roman font size 12 pt. should be used. Feel free to include charts and supporting material that may be provided in an attached appendix.
B. Place and Date of Submission: ONLY an electronic copy of the final report should be submitted via Blackboard. Faxed reports will not be accepted. Do not mail a paper report.
C. Optional Revisions of Final Report: A student has the option of submitting the Final Report to the professor no later than Week 12. If an internship report is deemed unsatisfactory for any reason, it will be returned to the respective intern for revisions and modifications. Presentation and factualness of data, spelling, and grammar will be reviewed carefully and may result in required revisions. This report should be treated as a business report which will be evaluated and will be available for community review by faculty, staff, and students. If no revisions are necessary, the report will be accepted as final.
STRUCTURE OF FINAL INTERNSHIP REPORT
An internship final report should be structured to include the following sections and subsections.
I. THE ORGANIZATION:
A. Overview of Host Organization: Briefly describe the type of organization in which you worked and where/how it fits into the sport industry (e.g., local, regional, national, or international). Please include its primary constituencies and the primary nature of its operations (i.e., goods or services). Briefly describe the major purposes of the organization including its mission, goals, and strategic objectives. Please include any relevant promotional brochures and any other pertinent information that describes the work of the host organization. The data might include any strategic documents such as an annual report and/or strategic management plans.
B. Structure and Personnel of Host Organization: Briefly describe the organizational structure and its effectiveness with regard to management philosophies, leadersh.
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Utilize these tools to better understand:
The behaviors associated with Major Depression
Evidence of any cognitive impairment that may be complicating Eugene's recovery
The overlap of depressive, cognitive and anxiety behaviors and what they mean
How alcohol may be a factor in compromising outcomes
What is Eugene's baseline level of functioning and has he deviated from that point?
How can you evaluate Mrs. Shaw’s ability to manage the caregiving role?
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Consider at least two companies that successfully adopted this business philosophy to gain success and combat traditional corporate approaches. How does these companies embody the tenet of “higher purpose” and create deeper meaning by focusing their goals beyond profits and inspiring stakeholders? What connections can you identify between the four principles of Conscious Capitalism and the Christian concept of putting others before oneself?
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Consider applying the simple electronic polarizability and Clasius-Mossotti equations to diamond.
Neglecting losses,
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5 μm.
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Consider and identify a hazard that presents a major risk to your own community. What are the responsibilities that you would expect from your governor to prepare and respond to a disaster? Are you confident in your state's response abilities?
Your journal entry must be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.
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Consider any one of this semester’s American authors: Anne Bradstreet, Jonathan Edwards, Henry David Thoreau, Willa Cather, Walt Whitman, Paul Dunbar, Robert Frost, Langston Hughes, Tillie Olsen, Hisaye Yamamoto, Maya Angelou, and Angie Cruz.
Focus on 2 or more works by the author of your choice. (Choices must not include more than one work covered in class this semester.) Begin the research process by asking yourself the following questions: What makes this author and his/her works worthy of our attention? What prevailing message/theme is present in the author’s works? How do you believe this message/theme should be interpreted? Are the works and/or characters realistic or symbolic? Is there a reoccurring image or any notable literary techniques/figurative language utilized by the author? How does the historical, social, or political context in which the works were written have specific bearing on one’s interpretation of the texts? How does the author present aspects of American culture including class, gender, race, values and religion, and geography?
Research paper guidelines/timeline: 1. Analytical Research Paper assigned Mon., Nov. 9.
2. After considering the above questions, focus in on an aspect of interest regarding your author/works, and conduct background reading and notetaking to narrow down your aspect of interest to a specific thesis statement and preliminary broad outline. Your thesis statement should reflect your perspective on some aspect of the works and /or the author’s literary style. Submit thesis statement/broad outline for approval by Mon. Nov. 16 via the Google drive folder. *Refer to the Caldwell University library resource documents in “Content” to assist you in obtaining sources for your research paper. Additionally, you may contact Caldwell University librarian Victoria Swanson via email for research assistance.
3. After your thesis has been approved, continue to research and organize support points into a more detailed outline, and begin composing body paragraphs. Body paragraphs should consist of your own analysis/perspective supported by those of at least 4 scholarly critical sources found in the Caldwell University databases. *Refer to the “Paraphrasing” and “Methods to Introduce Quotes in Your Writing” documents in “Content.”
4. Schedule an individual conference with Professor Whelan for a time between Mon., Nov. 16 and Weds., Nov 25. regarding your research progress. *Conference attendance is calculated into your semester attendance average.
5. Submit your research paper draft via the Google drive folder by Mon., Nov. 30.
6. Submit your final copy of your research paper by Mon., Dec. 7.
7. Your completed research paper should reflect the following organization:
a. Introduction providing background context leading up to your thesis statement (last sentence of introduction)
b. Body paragraphs providing support for your thesis through your own analysis, critic perspective, and text evidence. Support.
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References
Wallis, L. (2012). Barriers to implementing evidence-based practice remain high for US nurses. AJN the American Journal of Nursing, 112(12), 15.
Warren, J. I., McLaughlin, M., Bardsley, J., Eich, J., Esche, C. A., Kropkowski, L., & Risch, S. (2016). The strengths and challenges of implementing EBP in healthcare systems. Worldviews on Evidence‐Based Nursing, 13(1), 15-24.
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went well?
What did you do as you interacted with others that
did not go well
, or that had an unexpected effect ? Looking back on the last example, how might you interact with people differently? (Give a specific example.)
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consider an artifact that is prominently displayed by a friend or co-worker - either at home or in some other space. In 1-2 paragraphs, explain how this artifact has influenced your interpretation of this person's identity. Is your perception more positive or negative because of this artifact display? Why
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Consider again the market for Atlantic lobster presented in Q#1 of t.docxmargaretr5
Consider again the market for Atlantic lobster presented in Q#1 of the previous
assignment where the annual demand and supply for lobster is given by the
following equations: 100 0.2
D P = − Q , and 25 0.1
S P = + Q , where P is the price per kg
in dollars, QD and QS are respectively the quantity demanded and the quantity
supplied (in thousand of Kgs). The government imposes a quota of 150 thousand
of kgs per year in the lobster industry and licenses are issued to allocate the rights
to harvest lobster.
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Consider a space rocket travelling towards a planet at speed c2 wit.docxmargaretr5
Consider a space rocket travelling towards a planet at speed c/2 with respect to an observer on the surface of the planet. The planet is 5.25 × 1011 km away from the rocket. The rocket has a rest length of 175 m. A probe is fired from the rocket towards the planet at a speed of 3c/5 with respect to the rocket. All motion occurs along the same straight line and c is the speed of light. (a) How fast in m s−1 is the probe moving with respect to the observer? (b) In the observer’s frame of reference, how much time does it take for the probe to travel from the rocket to the planet? (c) The observer is holding a clock. It displays 13:00:00. How much time will pass in the rocket’s frame of reference before the observer’s clock displays 14:00:00? (d) What is the length of the rocket in the probe’s frame of reference?
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Consider a social worker who conducted a single subject design a.docxmargaretr5
Consider a social worker who conducted a single subject design along with focus groups to evaluate the effectiveness of a spiritual-based intervention for domestic violence survivors. The numerical data from the single subject design showed that the intervention helped to improve clients’ level of self-efficacy. The focus groups explored clients’ perceptions about what specific elements of the intervention they found helpful. After the focus groups were completed, they were transcribed, and the qualitative data was analyzed using content analysis.
This week, you will explore how qualitative research can be used to inform social work practice. In addition, you will have the opportunity to analyze content analysis findings of a real life focus group that was conducted.
Evidence-based social work practice calls for the use of research data to guide the development of social work interventions on the micro, mezzo and/or macro-levels. Kearney (2001) described ways qualitative research findings can inform practice. Qualitative findings can help social workers understand the clients’ experiences and “what it may feel like” (Kearney, 2001). Therefore, social workers can develop clinical interventions that take into account the experiences of their clients. Qualitative findings can also help social workers monitor their clients. For example, if after reading a qualitative study on how domestic violence survivors respond to stress, they can monitor for specific stress behaviors and symptoms (Kearney, 2001). In addition, they can educate their client what stress behaviors to look for and teach them specific interventions to reduce stress (Kearney, 2001)
Given the increasing diversity that characterizes the landscape in the United States, social workers need to take into account culture when formulating interventions. Social workers can utilize qualitative findings to plan interventions in a culturally meaningful manner for the client.
To prepare for this Discussion, read Knight et al.’s (2014) study from this week’s required resources. Carefully review the findings, the photographs, and how the researchers wrote up the findings. Finally, review the specific macro-, meso-, and micro-oriented recommendations.
Then read Marsigilia and Booth’s article about how to adapt interventions so that they are culturally relevant and sensitive to the population the intervention is designed for. Finally, review the chapter written by Lee et al. on conducting research in racial and ethnic minority communities.
Kearney, M. (2001). Levels and applications of qualitative research evidence.
Research in Nursing and Health,
24, 145–153.
By Day 3
Post
the following:
Using one of the direct quotes and/or photos from Knight et al.’s study, analyze it by drawing up a tentative meaning. Discuss how this would specifically inform one intervention recommendation you would make for social work practice with the homeless. This recommendation can be on the micro, meso, .
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Consider a company that has sales in May, June, and July of $11 mill.docxmargaretr5
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Conservation/Preservation in National Parks:
Perform research in from other reputable sources online on either the conservation or preservation methods used in a national park of your choice. Compile a list of these methods. Accompany your list with your reflections and analysis of your park's efforts at such initiatives as maintaining genetic or species diversity, controlling invasive species, and so forth. Provide an analysis of how your park may need to alter its methods over time. 2-3 pages
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Conns syndrome is an endocrine disorder brought about by a tumor of.docxmargaretr5
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150 words
Imagine you are a health care provider explaining to a newly diagnosed patient with diabetes mellitus the reason why glucose was found in her urine sample. Include insulin and the term:
tubular maximum and renal threshold
in your explanation.
150 words
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Cons of Contraceptives
Instructions
For this assignment, complete the following:
· Compose a position paper representing the con side of your new topic. (See the Con-Paper Template). The paper should include approximately 6 developed paragraphs:
· Introduction (with thesis statement)
· Context paragraph
· 3 body paragraphs (focusing on 3 cons)
· Conclusion
· Apply a formal tone appropriate for academic audiences, maintaining an objective 3rd person point of view - no 1st person (I, me, my, we, our, us, mine) or 2nd person (you, your). Avoid contractions, clichés, and slang terminology.
· Use the provided template to assist in formatting the title page and document.
· Incorporate at least 3 scholarly sources into the paper. Cite all sources in APA format, both parenthetically and on a reference page.
· Before submission, proofread and edit carefully for spelling, punctuation, and grammar. Not every error will be flagged automatically in word-processing programs, and some that are flagged as errors are actually correct.
Writing Requirements (APA format)
· Length: 2-3 pages (not including the title or reference pages)
· 1-inch margins
· Double spaced
· 12-point Times New Roman font
· Title page
· References page (minimum of 3 academic articles)
Grading
This activity will be graded using the Con-Position Paper Grading Rubric.
Course Outcomes (CO): 3, 6
Rubric
Position Paper Grading Rubric - 125 pts (2)
Position Paper Grading Rubric - 125 pts (2)
Criteria
Ratings
Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLength
5.0 pts
Meets length requirement
0.0 pts
Does not meet length requirement
5.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomePoint Analysis
30.0 pts
The central idea is developed and expanded with depth of critical thought.
25.5 pts
The central idea is discernible and developed.
22.5 pts
The central idea needs more development with points tying back to the thesis.
18.0 pts
The central idea is not developed, and the analysis lacks critical thought.
0.0 pts
No effort
30.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSupport
30.0 pts
The writing supports claims with several detailed and persuasive examples.
25.5 pts
The writing supports claims with examples, but additional analysis or examples could strengthen the argument.
22.5 pts
The writing supports claims with examples, but the examples are not well-developed or examined. Additional examples and analysis are needed to make the argument more persuasive.
18.0 pts
The central idea is not well-supported by claims and/or examples.
0.0 pts
No effort
30.0 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization
25.0 pts
Paper is clear and cohesive. Introduction and conclusion support the overall flow of the paper.
21.25 pts
Paper is basically clear and well-organized with a minimum of non-related material present.
18.75 pts
Paper has some issues with clarity, flow, and cohesion. Paper lacks organization.
15.0 pts
Paper lacks organization and has difficulty staying on tra.
Consequential CourtsJUDICIAL ROLES IN GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE.docxmargaretr5
Consequential Courts
JUDICIAL ROLES IN GLOBAL PERSPECTIVE
Edited by
DIANA KAPISZEWSKI
University of California, Irvine
GORDON SILVERSTEIN
Yale Law School
ROBERT A. KAGAN
University of California, Berkeley
CAMBRIDGE
UNIVERSITY PRESS
xii Contributors
Manoj Mate is Assistant Professor of Law, Whittier Law School, and Assistant
Professor of Political Science (by courtesy), Whittier College.
Amnon Reichman is Professor of Law, University ofHaifa (Israel).
Druscilla L. Scribner is Associate Professor of Political Science, University ofWis-
consin, Oshkosh.
Martin Shapiro is James W. and Isabel Coffroth Professor of Law (Emeritus),
Berkeley Law, University of California.
Alexei Trochev is Associate Professor, School of Humanities and Social Sciences,
Nazarbayev University (Kazakhstan).
Introduction
Diana Kapiszewski, Gordon Silverstein, and Robert A. Kagan*
In early nineteenth-century America, Alexis de Tocqueville (1835) famously
observed, "[Sjcarcely any political question arises...that is not resolved, sooner
or later, into a judicial question." That may have been a considerable exaggeration
at the time, but today, the dynamic Tocqueville highlighted marks many constitu-
tional democracies in which independent courts are vested with powers of judicial
review. In such countries, political actors, organizations, and ordinary individuals
who become enmeshed in political conflicts have strong incentives to frame their
desires as constitutional or statutory claims and ask courts to vindicate them.
As a result, in the early twenty-first century, courts have become versatile actors
in the governance of many constihitional democracies, and judges and justices
play multiple roles in politics and policymaking. As many observers have noted/
politically consequential courts have emerged in new democracies from Korea to
South Africa to Brazil and beyond; courts in more established democracies such as
Canada and New Zealand have been given or have assumed more power to protect
individual rights and invalidate government policies; and both the European Court
of Justice (ECJ) and the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) have taken on
dramatic roles in European governance.
However, the political power of courts has ebbed as well as flowed. In many
Latin American countries, judges are not blazing the way to robust constitutional
democracy in the way many hoped they might. The Hungarian Constitutional
Court, once hailed as one of the most significant new constitutional courts (Zifcak
1996), had its wings clipped less than a decade after its creation (Scheppele 1999).2
* Respectively, Assistant Professor of Political Science, University of California, Irvine; Assistant
Dean, Yale Law School; Professor Emeritus of Political Science and Law, University of California,
Berkeley.
1 See, for example, Tate and Vallinder 1997, Stone Sweet 2000, Hirschl 2006.
2 After another brief period of judicial independence from 2002 to 20.
Consensus Policy Resource CommunityEmail PolicyFree Use .docxmargaretr5
Consensus Policy Resource Community
Email Policy
Free Use Disclaimer:This policy was created by or for the SANS Institute for the Internet community. All or parts of this policy can be freely used for your organization. There is no prior approval required. If you would like to contribute a new policy or updated version of this policy, please send email to [email protected].
Things to Consider:Please consult the Things to Consider FAQ for additional guidelines and suggestions for personalizing the SANS policies for your organization.
Last Update Status: UpdatedOverview
Electronic email is pervasively used in almost all industry verticals and is often the primary communication and awareness method within an organization. At the same time, misuse of email can post many legal, privacy and security risks, thus it’s important for users to understand the appropriate use of electronic communications. Purpose
The purpose of this email policy is to ensure the proper use of <Company Name> email system and make users aware of what <Company Name> deems as acceptable and unacceptable use of its email system. This policy outlines the minimum requirements for use of email within <Company Name> Network. Scope
This policy covers appropriate use of any email sent from a <Company Name> email address and applies to all employees, vendors, and agents operating on behalf of <Company Name>.
Policy4.1 All use of email must be consistent with <Company Name> policies and procedures of ethical conduct, safety, compliance with applicable laws and proper business practices. 4.2 <Company Name> email account should be used primarily for <Company Name> business-related purposes; personal communication is permitted on a limited basis, but non-<Company Name> related commercial uses are prohibited.4.3 All <Company Name> data contained within an email message or an attachment must be secured according to the Data Protection Standard.
4.4 Email should be retained only if it qualifies as a <Company Name> business record. Email is a <Company Name> business record if there exists a legitimate and ongoing business reason to preserve the information contained in the email.
4.5 Email that is identified as a <Company Name> business record shall be retained according to <Company Name> Record Retention Schedule. 4.6 The <Company Name> email system shall not to be used for the creation or distribution of any disruptive or offensive messages, including offensive comments about race, gender, hair color, disabilities, age, sexual orientation, pornography, religious beliefs and practice, political beliefs, or national origin. Employees who receive any emails with this content from any <Company Name> employee should report the matter to their supervisor immediately.4.7 Users are prohibited from automatically forwarding <Company Name> email to a third party email system (noted in 4.8 below). Individual messages which are forwarded by the user must not contain <Company Name> confidential or .
Connie FarrisProject Performance and Quality Assurance(M.docxmargaretr5
Connie Farris
Project Performance and Quality Assurance
(MPM357-1902A-02)
Jason Lewis
Introduction
Several quality improvement process tools and techniques exist. They include Lean thinking, Value stream process mapping, Kaizen (The Japanese word for Continuous Improvement), Five Ss (separate, straighten, scrub, standardize, systematize), Kanban Primary and Task Response. In this paper, different strategies or philosophies for quality improvement in business shall be discussed. The tools and techniques that shall be compared are: Lean thinking, Kaizen and Five Ss (separate, straighten, scrub, standardize, systematize)
Comparison
All the techniques aim at improving quality of production processes. They involve the production units and department. All need planning and allocation of resources strategically.
Contrasting
Kaizen is a Japanese word for Continuous Improvement. The philosophy states that everything can be improved continuously. It involves employees in the improvement of quality processes. Workers give their feedback on the criteria and important reviewing issues in the performance of workers, supervisors and managers alike. It bases on many suggestions from employees from all ranks in the organisation. They are expected to consider and implement them with a key goal of improving managerial performance. The system encourages workers to provide suggestion, fosters employee education so that they are informed about improvement, and lastly it encourages employee efficiency (Pinto et al., 2018).
Lean Thinking on the other hand is a technique of quality process improvement aims at improving productivity, quality and lead-time reduction in order to support growth and competitiveness. It involves continuous improvement of the processes and relationships of employees through proven systematic methods, which reduce waste and maximise on customer value. It follows Plan, Do, Check, and Act systematic method. The system achieves low cost productivity, reduce waste, quick response to customer needs and high-quality production (Vlachos, 2015).
Moreover, the Five S's (5S) tools and techniques improves the work place, making it clean, safe, organised and uncluttered thus reducing waste and increase productivity. It builds both mental and physical quality work place (Urick et al., 2018).
The best quality process improvement tool or technique for my project is the 5Ss. This is because it is systematic and aims at making working environment of high quality, improves productivity, makes wastage low, increase employee morale, reduces cost of operation and improves safety (Urick et al., 2018).
Conclusion
In conclusion, tools and techniques for improving quality processes are key in any project. Thought they focus on diverse issues, the 5Ss seems to cover most aspects that increases quality production processes.
References
Pinto, J. L. Q., Matias, J. C. O., Pimentel, C., Azevedo, S. G., & Govindan, K. (2018). Lean M.
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CONNECTIONS
Core competencies:
Analytic Inquiry
Use of Information Resources
This assignment allows you to demonstrate mastery of the course outcomes :
Apply communication theories to organizational communication challenges
Analyze and assess the communication dynamics of an organization to conduct a communication audit
SHRM Competency:
Consultation - The ability to provide guidance to organizational stakeholders.
PROBLEM
All organizations have communication challenges. How do you identify and address these issues as a HR professional or consultant? How can your organization overcome this challenge and improve the communication flow?
In this project, you will use a diagnostic tool called a
communication audit
in order to assess organizational communication within an organization of your choice.
STEPS
Administer the
communication audit survey
in your organization. In order to obtain valid results, you want to survey between 15-20 people. You may print out the survey and distribute it in person for completion, or you may administer it online, for example, using
Survey Monkey
or
Google Forms
. The survey includes questions that tap into five different areas of organizational communication: (1) Receiving information from others, (2) Sending information to others, (3) Sources of information, (4) Timeliness of information, and (5) Channels of communication. Within these five areas of organizational communication, identify one major area of concern to address based on the responses from the survey.
You will then
analyze and synthesize the results of the data
obtained from your audit effort and create your Audit Report using the format below.
Based on the communication audit identify one critical communication challenge that needs to be addressed within your organization. Research the scholarly literature for recommendations about how the organization can address this issue.
Participate in the discussions by reflecting on your work and sharing feedback with others in the class.
Create and deliver a presentation that provides the results of your audit with suggestions for improvement based on the data obtained from the audit and the literature on organizational communication.
FORMAT
Audit Report:
Present an introduction that describes your research methodology and provides details of the survey administration, response rate, and characteristics of the survey population.
Develop a professionally-written narrative in which you describe the data using appropriate tables, charts, and graphs. Include a detailed analysis followed by a summary of your findings, using the example in the "Collecting and Analyzing Data" file below. Identify the top communication challenge from your survey, and present your recommendations to strengthen this communication challenge, based on the scholarly literature. In the appendix, present the survey questions and the responses for each question.
Presentation:
Your presentation should be prof.
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How to Split Bills in the Odoo 17 POS ModuleCeline George
Bills have a main role in point of sale procedure. It will help to track sales, handling payments and giving receipts to customers. Bill splitting also has an important role in POS. For example, If some friends come together for dinner and if they want to divide the bill then it is possible by POS bill splitting. This slide will show how to split bills in odoo 17 POS.
How to Create Map Views in the Odoo 17 ERPCeline George
The map views are useful for providing a geographical representation of data. They allow users to visualize and analyze the data in a more intuitive manner.
How to Make a Field invisible in Odoo 17Celine George
It is possible to hide or invisible some fields in odoo. Commonly using “invisible” attribute in the field definition to invisible the fields. This slide will show how to make a field invisible in odoo 17.
We all have good and bad thoughts from time to time and situation to situation. We are bombarded daily with spiraling thoughts(both negative and positive) creating all-consuming feel , making us difficult to manage with associated suffering. Good thoughts are like our Mob Signal (Positive thought) amidst noise(negative thought) in the atmosphere. Negative thoughts like noise outweigh positive thoughts. These thoughts often create unwanted confusion, trouble, stress and frustration in our mind as well as chaos in our physical world. Negative thoughts are also known as “distorted thinking”.
Palestine last event orientationfvgnh .pptxRaedMohamed3
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1. CONE 401 – Planning and Scheduling
Ethics Assignment
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The Code of Ethics of the American Institute of Constructors
identifies the following
seven principles.
1. A Constructor shall have full regard to the public interest in
fulfilling his or her
responsibilities to the employer or client.
2. A Constructor shall not engage in any deceptive practice, or
in any practice which
creates an unfair advantage for the Constructor or another.
2. 3. A Constructor shall not maliciously or recklessly injure or
attempt to injure, whether
directly or indirectly, the professional reputation of others.
4. A Constructor shall ensure that when providing a service
which includes advice, such
advice shall be fair and unbiased.
5. A Constructor shall not divulge to any person, firm, or
company, information of a
confidential nature acquired during the course of professional
activities.
6. A Constructor shall carry out responsibilities in accordance
with current professional
practice, so far as it lies within his or her power.
7. A Constructor shall keep informed of new thought and
development in the
construction process appropriate to the type and level of his or
her responsibilities and
shall support research and the educational processes associated
with the construction
profession.
Your assignment is to identify an example of an ethical issue
that relates to one of the
7 principles. Your sources can be magazines, newspapers, the
web, or your own
experience.
In a short report (1 page / 500 words), provide the following:
1- Source of information
3. 2- Describe: (1) the project situation, (2) the ethical
considerations (3) the actual
solution/behavior and (4) the ethical solution/behavior.
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text book etc.)
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Ahead : Symposium Introduction
The Civil Service Reform Act of 1978: A 30-Year Retrospective
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9. concludes with summaries of the five articles that appear in the
symposium and their sig-
nificance in the context of CSRA and developments of the past
30 years.
Keywords: civil service reform; innovation diffusion;
performance; merit pay
This Review of Public Personnel Administration symposium
marks the 30thanniversary of the Civil Service Reform Act of
1978 (CSRA), which was signed
into law by President Jimmy Carter on October 13, 1978. The
symposium examines
the significance of the act, the influence of the act’s provisions
on public personnel
reform over the last three decades, and the relevance of the act
to the practice of
public human resource management in the 21st century.
The Civil Service Reform Act of 1978
CSRA was the last comprehensive federal personnel reform
legislation. Because
30 years have passed since CSRA’s enactment, I briefly review
its key provisions.
These provisions include reorganization of agencies tasked with
civil service man-
agement and regulation, formalization of merit system
principles, establishment of a
senior executive service, creation of performance appraisal and
merit pay programs,
clarification and simplification of appeal procedures for
personnel actions, and
research and demonstration authorities.
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Reorganization Plans No. 1 and 2
Reorganization Plan No. 1 of 1978 shifted responsibility for
equal employment
opportunity from the U.S. Civil Service Commission to the
Equal Employment
Opportunity Commission. Reorganization Plan No. 2 was much
broader in scope. It
abolished the U.S. Civil Service Commission and established
the Office of Personnel
Management (OPM), effective January 1, 1979. OPM, led by a
presidentially
appointed and Senate-confirmed director, was given authority to
regulate the merit
system and to maintain programs to enable departments and
agencies to deal with
employees on all matters relating to civilian employment
throughout their careers.
Reorganization Plan No. 2 also established the Merit Systems
Protection Board
(MSPB) and assigned it to protect merit systems from political
intrusion and to adjudi-
cate appeals from federal employees. MSPB took over appeal
functions that the
Commission had exercised except classification appeals which
were assigned to OPM.
An Office of Special Counsel was created within the Board to
investigate allegations that
11. might be brought against federal officials for violating merit
system rules and to prose-
cute such matters before MSPB. The Office of Special Counsel
was charged with special
responsibility for whistle-blower cases, especially those in
which an employee brings
improper activities to public attention and is subsequently an
object for retaliation.
Finally, Reorganization Plan No. 2 established the Federal
Labor Relations
Authority and transferred labor relations responsibilities to it.
In separate provisions
within CSRA, labor relations regulations and programs that had
been based on exec-
utive orders since the Kennedy administration were
incorporated into statute. These
provisions spelled out what unions and management could and
could not do, what
they were permitted and prohibited from negotiating, and how
labor relations would
be administered in the federal civil service.
Merit System Principles and Prohibited Personnel Actions
For the first time in statute, CSRA articulated a list of merit
system principles (5
U.S.C. 2301) and prohibited personnel practices (5 U.S.C.
2302). The intent of the
broad statements of principles and prohibited practices was to
anchor the merit
system in something that transcended rules and regulations. The
principles could
then be used as standards for judging specific rules and
regulations. Future policies
and merit systems would have to measure up to the principles in
12. the law.
Senior Executive Service
The Senior Executive Service (SES) was created as a separate
executive merit
system. The SES, like the General Schedule grades 16, 17, and
18 it replaced, is
composed of managers and professionals who head major
organizations and
programs. Unlike the rank-in-position system it replaced, the
SES allocates rank to
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individuals who carry the rank with them wherever they are
assigned permitting
agencies and executives to move where they are needed without
loss of rank or pay.
CSRA limited the number of positions in the SES at any time
and allowed the
OPM to adjust the limit. The act defined the kinds of positions
that agencies could
assign to SES, subject to OPM’s approval. Two types of
positions were defined.
Career reserved positions can be filled only by a career
executive. General positions
may be filled by career or non-career-political executives. The
act limits noncareer
13. appointments to 10% of positions in the SES.
SES members can be reassigned to any SES position in any
department or agency
to meet changing needs and priorities of federal programs
without OPM approval.
The only restriction on transfers is that a new administration
cannot shift career
executives until it has been in office for 120 days. Career
executives cannot appeal
reassignments or transfers to other programs.
CSRA required agencies to develop performance appraisal
systems for SES
members using criteria based on both individual and
organizational performance.
Members of SES could lose their executive rank for less than
fully successful per-
formance. CSRA also authorized annual bonuses for career
executives selected to
the rank of meritorious executive or distinguished executive,
with awards of
US$10,000 and US$20,000, respectively.
Merit Pay for Managers
Just as the SES offered performance-based bonuses to
executives, the merit pay
provisions of the act provided similar performance-based
incentives to managers,
supervisors, and management officials at grades 13, 14, and 15.
The act abolished
the step system at these grades for managers and supervisors—
not for nonsupervi-
sory employees—and provided a pool of funds from which they
could receive
14. annual merit pay increases based on their level of performance.
Performance Appraisal
Federal employees who were not in the SES and not subject to
the merit pay
system for managers and supervisors were subject to new
performance appraisal sys-
tems that would make development of specific performance
standards for each job a
joint responsibility of the supervisor and the employee. The
results of the annual
appraisals could be used as the basis for personnel actions to
recognize and reward
employees, to identify and assist employees whose performance
fell short of goals,
and to reassign, demote, or remove employees.
Personnel Actions Based on Performance or Conduct
CSRA sought to simplify and clarify the grounds for taking
action against employees
whose performance fell below requirements or whose conduct
became unacceptable.
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The appeals system before CSRA had several levels of appeals
against adverse actions.
The act provided for appeal only to the Merit Systems
15. Protection Board and it imposed
timelines for filing and resolving appeals to expedite the
process.
The act also changed the level of evidence required for a
performance-based
removal or demotion action. Instead of requiring a
preponderance of evidence, man-
agement needed only to demonstrate that an employee had
failed to meet an estab-
lished standard of performance on a critical job element after
being given an
opportunity to perform.
Research and Demonstration Authority
CSRA created a foundation for continuous improvement by
encouraging experi-
mentation that might lead to future improvements. The act
provided authority to
carry on public management research and to establish
demonstration projects to test
new concepts. OPM could establish up to 10 demonstration
projects simultaneously
in departments and agencies across the federal government.
OPM was given author-
ity to waive some existing personnel laws as spelled out in the
legislation and test
new authorities consistent with the merit system principles.
Symposium Overview
The five articles in this symposium provide a range of
perspectives about legacies asso-
ciated with CSRA. I use the plural form of legacy because it is
difficult to reduce complex
16. law and history to one or even a few summary statements. The
contributors to this sym-
posium provide long-term perspective and frame—and
reframe—CSRA’s legacies.
The lead article in the symposium assesses connections between
CSRA and recent
human resource management reforms in the Departments of
Defense (DoD) and
Homeland Security (DHS). In “Federal Personnel Management
Reform: From CSRA
to National Security Reforms,” Douglas Brook and Cynthia
King contend that recent
reforms preserve ideas from CSRA and originate, in part, from
demonstration projects
and alternative personnel systems authorized by the 1978
legislation. The DoD and
DHS reforms preserve the shift—the rebalancing—between the
values of politically
neutral competence and performance embodied in CSRA. In
addition to acknowledg-
ing the direct lineage of recent reforms to CSRA, Brook and
King also differentiate the
latest reforms from CSRA. They note that a distinctive
development associated with
the recent reforms is that they stem from larger macro-political
issues associated with
national security rather than the narrower issue of management
of the civil service. The
new emphasis toward reform based on mission may portend
future reforms.
A theme that Brook and King develop is that the differences
between CSRA and
successor reforms in DoD and DHS are most pronounced in the
ways the policies
17. were formulated and enacted. Heather Getha-Taylor explores
these issues further in
“Policy Parallels: Applying Lessons from CSRA Chief Architect
Alan K. Campbell
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personnel reform in the
two eras is anchored in the biography and strategy of CSRA’s
chief architect, Alan
K. “Scotty” Campbell. She develops lessons from Campbell’s
strategies and
leadership of CSRA for current and future reformers.
The next two articles in the symposium look at specific
provisions of CSRA
and their effects. In “Personnel Demonstration Projects and
Human Resource
Management Innovation,” James Thompson assesses the long-
term consequences of
Title VI of CSRA, which was intended to promote innovative
human resource man-
agement practices and policies. He notes that the demonstration
projects got off to a
slow start, but more recently they have significantly influenced
the diffusion of two
important human resource policy innovations, namely,
paybanding and category rat-
ing. Brook and King give credit for Title VI’s influence on
recent reforms in their
introductory article. Thompson addresses the effects of the
18. personnel demonstration
projects on reform and innovation in more depth. Using agenda-
setting theory, he
also sheds light on why the demonstration provisions have been
more successful in
the last 15 years than in the first 15-year period following
CSRA’s passage.
Janet Near and Marcia Miceli, the two leading scholars of
whistle-blowing, syn-
thesize what is known about whistle-blower protection
provisions originating in
CSRA. In “Wrongdoing, Whistle-Blowing, and Retaliation in
the U.S. Government:
What Have Researchers Learned From the Merit Systems
Protection Board (MSPB)
Survey Results?,” Near and Miceli synthesize research findings
based on surveys of
federal employees conducted since 1980 by the U.S. Merit
Systems Protection
Board (MSPB). Their synthesis touches on a range of empirical
findings, from the
incidence of wrongdoing and whistle-blowing, to predictors of
whistle-blowing and
retaliation against whistle-blowers, to the overall effectiveness
of whistle-blowers in
getting wrongdoing stopped. They identify new directions for
research and policy
that address important questions remaining to be answered
about whistle-blowing.
In the concluding article in the symposium, T. J. Lah and James
Perry looked out-
side United States borders for legacies of CSRA. In “The
Diffusion of the Civil
Service Reform Act of 1978 in OECD Countries: A Tale of Two
19. Paths to Reform,”
Lah and Perry analyze the cross-national spread of four
provisions of CSRA: per-
formance appraisal, merit pay, Senior Executive Service, and
the separation of pos-
itive and regulatory personnel functions. The key question they
explore is, “What do
the diffusion patterns tell us about the two themes of legitimacy
and effectiveness—
political control and administrative capacity—so frequently
sounded since civil ser-
vice reform was first proposed by the Carter administration in
1978?” Their analysis
suggests that CSRA has had profound influences on civil
service systems around the
world despite its mixed reviews by those who have studied it in
the United States.
James L. Perry ([email protected]) is chancellor’s professor,
School of Public and Environmental Affairs
(SPEA), Indiana University, Bloomington. He is recipient of the
2008 Dwight Waldo Award and coeditor of
Motivation in Public Management: The Call of Public Service
(Oxford University Press, 2008).
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