For your Final Project, you will create a capital investment plan proposal utilizing the health care business you selected in Week One as well as the answers to the Basic Information questions. Refer to the websites for
Sample Business Plans
. Create a capital investment plan proposal for your health care company that includes the following sections:
Executive Summary: This section is a concise, one- to two-page/slide summary of a business report. It restates the purpose of the report, highlights the major points of the report, and describes any results, conclusions, or recommendations from the report.
Service and/or Equipment Description: This section should be at least one page/slide. Describe the service or equipment suggested in the business proposal and the reasons why this is socially and politically beneficial for the community in meeting consumer demands.
Establishing the Team: This section should be at least one page/slide and include a chart that illustrates the structure of the capital investment team. In addition, provide a summary of your team (background, responsibilities, etc.).
Key Strategic Goals: This section should be at least one page and include specific funding sources for the capital investment.
Financial Analysis: Projected income statement and types of assumptions made to compute the figures.
Typical income statement assumption information requirements. Initial investment
What types of revenue will be generated from the capital investment? Will insurance reimburse? If so, discuss the impact of the various reimbursements (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid, private, or self-pay).
How many services will be offered to produce the revenue (by month)? Look at patient days.
How much labor will be required (FTEs)?
What will the labor cost?
How many (and what types of) supplies and/or devices will be required to offer the service?
What will the supplies, drugs, and/or devices cost?
How much space will be required? Are renovation costs involved?
What will the required space occupancy cost?
What is the life of the equipment (if applicable) and the cost of maintaining the equipment?
Cash flows:
Payback period
Internal rate of return
Assume discount rate of 8% and 6% respectively for comparison purposes.
Submit your proposal using a presentation tool such as PowerPoint. Your Capital Investment Plan Proposal should include a title page/slide and table of contents (section names and page numbers). In addition, include detailed speaker notes that are grammatically correct. You may also submit a written report to go along with your presentation, but you should still include detailed speaker notes.
Completing the Final Project
The Final Project:
Must be 8 to 10 double-spaced pages/slides in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a title page/slide with the following:
Title of project
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must begin wit ...
Write a five- to seven-page financial statement analysis of a public.docxdunningblair
Write a five- to seven-page financial statement analysis of a public company, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. In this analysis, you will discuss the financial health of this company with the ultimate goal of making a recommendation to other investors. Your paper should consist of the following sections: introduction, company overview, horizontal analysis, ratio analysis, final recommendation, and conclusions. Your paper needs to include a minimum of two scholarly resources in addition to the textbook as references.
Here is a breakdown of the sections within the body of the assignment:
Company Overview
Provide a brief overview of your company (one to two paragraphs at most). What industry is it in? What are its main products or services? Who are its competitors?
Horizontal Analysis of Income Statement and Balance Sheet
Prepare a three-year, horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet of your selected company. Discuss the importance and meaning of horizontal analysis. Discuss both the positive and negative trends presented in your company.
Ratio Analysis
Calculate the current ratio, quick ratio, cash to current liabilities ratio, over a two-year period. Discuss and interpret the ratios that you calculated. Discuss potential liquidity issues based on your calculations of the current and quick ratios. Are there any factors that could be erroneously influencing the results of the ratios? Discuss liquidity issues of competitive companies within the same industry.
Recommendation
Based on your analysis, would you recommend an individual invest in this company? What strengths do you see? What risks do you see? It is perfectly acceptable to state that you would recommend avoiding this company, as long as you provide support for your position.
The paper
Must be five to seven double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the
Ashford Writing Center
.
Must include a separate title page with the following:
Title of paper
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must use at least two scholarly sources in addition to the course text.
Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Cent
Description
:
Total Possible Score
: 15.00
Organization: Introduction, Thesis Statement, and Conclusion
Total: 1.00
Distinguished -
Paper is logically organized with a well-written introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion.
Proficient - Paper is logically organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. One of these requires improvement.
Basic - Paper is organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. One or more of the introduction, thesis statement, and/or conclusion require improvement.
Belo.
Financial Statement AnalysisPrepare an eight- to ten-page fundamen.docxPOLY33
Financial Statement Analysis
Prepare an eight- to ten-page fundamental financial analysis (excluding appendices, title page, abstract, and references page) that will cover each of the following broad areas based on the financial statements of your chosen company:
Provide a background of the firm, industry, economy, and outlook for the future.
Analyze the short term liquidity of the firm.
Analyze the operating efficiency of the firm.
Analyze the capital structure of the firm.
Analyze the profitability of the firm.
Conclude with recommendations for the future analysis of the company (trend analysis).
Writing the Final Paper
The paper
Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the
Ashford Writing Center
.
Must include a separate title page with the following:
Title of paper
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
Must use at least three scholarly sources from the Ashford University Library, in addition to the text.
Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Total Possible Score
: 25.00
Provides a Background of the Firm, the Industry, the Economy, and the Outlook for the Future
Total: 7.00
Distinguished - Provides an accurate and thorough background of the firm, the industry, the economy, and the outlook for the future.
Proficient - Provides a background of the firm, the industry, the economy, and the outlook for the future. The background has a few inaccuracies or minor details are missing.
Basic - Provides a limited background of the firm, the industry, economy, and the outlook for the future. The background has several inaccuracies and/or relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to provide a background of the firm, the industry, economy, and future outlook; however, the background has many inaccuracies and/or significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The background of the firm, the industry, the economy, and the outlook for the future are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Analyzes the Short Term Liquidity, Operating Efficiency, Capital Structure and Profitability of the Firm Using the Financial Statements
Total: 9.00
Distinguished - Accurately and thoroughly analyzes the firm's financial statements, including short term liquidity, operating efficiency, capital structure, and profitability.
Proficient - Analyzes the firm's financial statements, including short term liquidity, operating efficiency, capital structure, and profitability. The analysis has a few inaccuracies or minor ...
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ACC205.W5A2.03.2013
Description:
Total Possible Score: 29.00
Organization: Introduction, Thesis Statement, and Conclusion
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Paper is logically organized with a well-written introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion.
Proficient - Paper is logically organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. One of these requires improvement.
Basic - Paper is organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. One or more of the introduction, thesis statement, and/or conclusion require improvement.
Below Expectations - Paper is loosely organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. The introduction, thesis statement, and/or conclusion require much improvement.
Non-Performance - The introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Selects and Provides an Overview of the Chosen Company
Total: 4.00
Distinguished - Provides a thorough overview of the chosen company, including the industry in which it competes, competitors, and products and/or services provided.
Proficient - Provides an overview of the chosen company, including the industry in which competes, competitors, and of the products and/or services provided. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Provides a limited overview of the chosen company, including the industry in which it competes, some of the competitors, and some of the products and/or services provided. Several relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Provides an incomplete overview of the chosen company. Most of the required components (industry, competitors and products/services) are missing.
Non-Performance - The overview of the chosen company is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Horizontal Analysis of the Income Statement and Balance Sheet
Total: 7.00
Distinguished - Creates a thorough and accurate horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet. Discusses, in detail, the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis, and comprehensively discusses the positive and negative trends for the company chosen.
Proficient - Creates a thorough horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet. Discusses the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis and the positive and negative trends for the company chosen. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Creates a limited horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet. Minimally discusses the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis and the positive and negative trends for the company chosen. Several relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to create a horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet; however, the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis and/or the positive and negative trends for the chosen company are not sufficiently discussed. Many significant details are missing.
Non-Pe.
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ACC205.W5A2.03.2013
Description:
Total Possible Score: 29.00
Organization: Introduction, Thesis Statement, and Conclusion
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Paper is logically organized with a well-written introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion.
Proficient - Paper is logically organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. One of these requires improvement.
Basic - Paper is organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. One or more of the introduction, thesis statement, and/or conclusion require improvement.
Below Expectations - Paper is loosely organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. The introduction, thesis statement, and/or conclusion require much improvement.
Non-Performance - The introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Selects and Provides an Overview of the Chosen Company
Total: 4.00
Distinguished - Provides a thorough overview of the chosen company, including the industry in which it competes, competitors, and products and/or services provided.
Proficient - Provides an overview of the chosen company, including the industry in which competes, competitors, and of the products and/or services provided. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Provides a limited overview of the chosen company, including the industry in which it competes, some of the competitors, and some of the products and/or services provided. Several relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Provides an incomplete overview of the chosen company. Most of the required components (industry, competitors and products/services) are missing.
Non-Performance - The overview of the chosen company is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Horizontal Analysis of the Income Statement and Balance Sheet
Total: 7.00
Distinguished - Creates a thorough and accurate horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet. Discusses, in detail, the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis, and comprehensively discusses the positive and negative trends for the company chosen.
Proficient - Creates a thorough horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet. Discusses the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis and the positive and negative trends for the company chosen. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Creates a limited horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet. Minimally discusses the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis and the positive and negative trends for the company chosen. Several relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to create a horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet; however, the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis and/or the positive and negative trends for the chosen company are not sufficiently discussed. Many significant details are missing.
Non-P.
AssignmentPrepare an 8- to 10-page fundamental financial analysis .docxAMMY30
Assignment
Prepare an 8- to 10-page fundamental financial analysis (excluding appendices, title page, abstract, and references page) that will cover each of the following broad areas based on your chosen company's financial statements:
Provide a background of the firm, industry, economy, and outlook for the future
Analyze the short term liquidity of the firm
Analyze the operating efficiency of the firm
Analyze the capital structure of the firm
Analyze the profitability of the firm
Conclude with recommendations for the future analysis of the company (trend analysis)
Writing the Final Paper
The paper:
Must be 8 to 10 double-spaced pages in length (not including the title and reference pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a title page that includes:
Title of paper
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
Must use at least three scholarly sources from the Ashford University Library, in addition to the text.
Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a separate reference page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Carefully review the
Grading Rubric
for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.
**************Rubric Scale***********
Total Possible Score
: 25.00
Provides a Background of the Firm, the Industry, the Economy, and the Outlook for the Future
Total: 7.00
Distinguished - Provides an accurate and thorough background of the firm, the industry, the economy, and the outlook for the future.
Proficient - Provides a background of the firm, the industry, the economy, and the outlook for the future. The background has a few inaccuracies or minor details are missing.
Basic - Provides a limited background of the firm, the industry, economy, and the outlook for the future. The background has several inaccuracies and/or relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to provide a background of the firm, the industry, economy, and future outlook; however, the background has many inaccuracies and/or significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The background of the firm, the industry, the economy, and the outlook for the future are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Analyzes the Short Term Liquidity, Operating Efficiency, Capital Structure and Profitability of the Firm Using the Financial Statements
Total: 9.00
Distinguished - Accurately and thoroughly analyzes the firm's financial statements, including short term liquidity, operating efficiency, capital structure, and profitability.
Proficient - Analyzes the firm's financial statements, including short term liquidity, operating effic ...
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Running head: Title
TITLE 4Week 5 - Final PaperEvaluation of Corporate Performance of Target
The Final Paper will involve applying the concepts learned in class to an analysis of a company using data from its annual report. Using the concepts from this course, you will analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the company and write a report either recommending or not recommending purchase of the company stock.
Research Tip: The “Mergent” database in the Ashford University Library contains company profiles and financial information for publicly traded companies and their competitors. To access this database enter the Ashford Library and select “Find Articles and More” in the top menu panel. Next, select “Databases A-Z” and go to section “M” for “Mergent”. For help with using Mergent, use Mergent Online Quick Tips.
For help with reading an annual report access this handy guide (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. from Money Chimp.
The completed report should include:
· An introduction to the company, including background information.
· A complete and thorough financial statement review.
· Pro Forma financial statements (Balance Sheet and Income Statement) for the next fiscal year, assuming a 10 percent growth rate in sales and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) for the next year.
· Complete ratio analysis for the last fiscal year using at least two ratios from each of the following categories:
· Liquidity
· Financial leverage
· Asset management
· Profitability
· Market value
· Debt
· Per-Share
· Measures of relative value (P/E, P/B)
· Activity
· Cash Flow
· A calculation of Return on Equity (ROE) using the DuPont system.
· Assessment of management performance by calculating Economic Value Added (EVA).
· A synopsis of your findings, including your recommendations and rationale for whether or not to purchase stock from this company.
· Evaluate the financial risks associated with operating internationally. If your chosen company does not operate internationally, evaluate what the financial risks could be if they were to expand internationally.
The paper
· Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site..
· Must include a separate title page with the following:
· Title of paper
· Student’s name
· Course name and number
· Instructor’s name
· Date submitted
· Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
· Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
· Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
· Must use at least five scholarly sources, such as the textbook, industry reports, and articles from the Ashford University library to support your findings and recommendations.
· Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
· Must include a separate references page that i.
Business Opportunity ProjectFocus of the Business Opportunity .docxRAHUL126667
Business Opportunity Project
Focus of the Business Opportunity Project
Using your business idea from your Week Two Assignment, write an eight to ten page project paper that addresses the following:
· OVERVIEW
· Business Introduce your business idea.
· Describe the Business type (new business, franchise, operating business) and include rationale.
· Discuss at least two core competencies proposed for achieving competitive advantage.
· MANAGEMENT SECTION
· Describe the legal structure of your business.
· Present the key owners and members of your management team
· Explain your staffing structure with key positions identified.
· MARKETING SECTION
· Evaluate your business environment, and identify the major opportunities (and threats).
· Assess your target market and positioning strategy.
· Discuss your communication and promotional.
· FINANCIAL SECTION
· Explain the financial requirements for startup or purchase of the business.
· Describe major sources of financing.
· Discuss the budget projections for one year.
Writing the Business Opportunity Project
The Project:
· Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length (not including the title and reference pages), and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
· Must include a title page with the following:
· Title of paper
· Student’s name
· Course name and number
· Instructor’s name
· Date submitted
· Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
· Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
· Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
· Must use at least five scholarly sources, including a minimum of two from the Ashford University Library.
· Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
· Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Carefully review the Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.
Description:
Total Possible Score: 25.00
Introduces the Business Idea and Describes the Business Type
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Completely introduces the business idea and comprehensively describes the business type, including a thorough rationale.
Proficient - Introduces the business idea and describes the business type, including a rationale. The description is missing minor details.
Basic - Introduces the business idea and vaguely describes the business type, including a limited rationale. The description is missing relevant details.
Below Expectations - Introduces the business idea and attempts to describe the business type, including a rationale; however, the description is missing significant details.
Non-Performance - The introduction of the business idea and description of the business type are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Discusses the Relevant Core Competency
Total: 2.50
Distinguished - Thoroughl ...
Write a five- to seven-page financial statement analysis of a public.docxdunningblair
Write a five- to seven-page financial statement analysis of a public company, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. In this analysis, you will discuss the financial health of this company with the ultimate goal of making a recommendation to other investors. Your paper should consist of the following sections: introduction, company overview, horizontal analysis, ratio analysis, final recommendation, and conclusions. Your paper needs to include a minimum of two scholarly resources in addition to the textbook as references.
Here is a breakdown of the sections within the body of the assignment:
Company Overview
Provide a brief overview of your company (one to two paragraphs at most). What industry is it in? What are its main products or services? Who are its competitors?
Horizontal Analysis of Income Statement and Balance Sheet
Prepare a three-year, horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet of your selected company. Discuss the importance and meaning of horizontal analysis. Discuss both the positive and negative trends presented in your company.
Ratio Analysis
Calculate the current ratio, quick ratio, cash to current liabilities ratio, over a two-year period. Discuss and interpret the ratios that you calculated. Discuss potential liquidity issues based on your calculations of the current and quick ratios. Are there any factors that could be erroneously influencing the results of the ratios? Discuss liquidity issues of competitive companies within the same industry.
Recommendation
Based on your analysis, would you recommend an individual invest in this company? What strengths do you see? What risks do you see? It is perfectly acceptable to state that you would recommend avoiding this company, as long as you provide support for your position.
The paper
Must be five to seven double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the
Ashford Writing Center
.
Must include a separate title page with the following:
Title of paper
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must use at least two scholarly sources in addition to the course text.
Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Cent
Description
:
Total Possible Score
: 15.00
Organization: Introduction, Thesis Statement, and Conclusion
Total: 1.00
Distinguished -
Paper is logically organized with a well-written introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion.
Proficient - Paper is logically organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. One of these requires improvement.
Basic - Paper is organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. One or more of the introduction, thesis statement, and/or conclusion require improvement.
Belo.
Financial Statement AnalysisPrepare an eight- to ten-page fundamen.docxPOLY33
Financial Statement Analysis
Prepare an eight- to ten-page fundamental financial analysis (excluding appendices, title page, abstract, and references page) that will cover each of the following broad areas based on the financial statements of your chosen company:
Provide a background of the firm, industry, economy, and outlook for the future.
Analyze the short term liquidity of the firm.
Analyze the operating efficiency of the firm.
Analyze the capital structure of the firm.
Analyze the profitability of the firm.
Conclude with recommendations for the future analysis of the company (trend analysis).
Writing the Final Paper
The paper
Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the
Ashford Writing Center
.
Must include a separate title page with the following:
Title of paper
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
Must use at least three scholarly sources from the Ashford University Library, in addition to the text.
Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Total Possible Score
: 25.00
Provides a Background of the Firm, the Industry, the Economy, and the Outlook for the Future
Total: 7.00
Distinguished - Provides an accurate and thorough background of the firm, the industry, the economy, and the outlook for the future.
Proficient - Provides a background of the firm, the industry, the economy, and the outlook for the future. The background has a few inaccuracies or minor details are missing.
Basic - Provides a limited background of the firm, the industry, economy, and the outlook for the future. The background has several inaccuracies and/or relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to provide a background of the firm, the industry, economy, and future outlook; however, the background has many inaccuracies and/or significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The background of the firm, the industry, the economy, and the outlook for the future are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Analyzes the Short Term Liquidity, Operating Efficiency, Capital Structure and Profitability of the Firm Using the Financial Statements
Total: 9.00
Distinguished - Accurately and thoroughly analyzes the firm's financial statements, including short term liquidity, operating efficiency, capital structure, and profitability.
Proficient - Analyzes the firm's financial statements, including short term liquidity, operating efficiency, capital structure, and profitability. The analysis has a few inaccuracies or minor ...
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ACC205.W5A2.03.2013
Description:
Total Possible Score: 29.00
Organization: Introduction, Thesis Statement, and Conclusion
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Paper is logically organized with a well-written introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion.
Proficient - Paper is logically organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. One of these requires improvement.
Basic - Paper is organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. One or more of the introduction, thesis statement, and/or conclusion require improvement.
Below Expectations - Paper is loosely organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. The introduction, thesis statement, and/or conclusion require much improvement.
Non-Performance - The introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Selects and Provides an Overview of the Chosen Company
Total: 4.00
Distinguished - Provides a thorough overview of the chosen company, including the industry in which it competes, competitors, and products and/or services provided.
Proficient - Provides an overview of the chosen company, including the industry in which competes, competitors, and of the products and/or services provided. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Provides a limited overview of the chosen company, including the industry in which it competes, some of the competitors, and some of the products and/or services provided. Several relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Provides an incomplete overview of the chosen company. Most of the required components (industry, competitors and products/services) are missing.
Non-Performance - The overview of the chosen company is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Horizontal Analysis of the Income Statement and Balance Sheet
Total: 7.00
Distinguished - Creates a thorough and accurate horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet. Discusses, in detail, the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis, and comprehensively discusses the positive and negative trends for the company chosen.
Proficient - Creates a thorough horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet. Discusses the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis and the positive and negative trends for the company chosen. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Creates a limited horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet. Minimally discusses the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis and the positive and negative trends for the company chosen. Several relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to create a horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet; however, the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis and/or the positive and negative trends for the chosen company are not sufficiently discussed. Many significant details are missing.
Non-Pe.
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ACC205.W5A2.03.2013
Description:
Total Possible Score: 29.00
Organization: Introduction, Thesis Statement, and Conclusion
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Paper is logically organized with a well-written introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion.
Proficient - Paper is logically organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. One of these requires improvement.
Basic - Paper is organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. One or more of the introduction, thesis statement, and/or conclusion require improvement.
Below Expectations - Paper is loosely organized with an introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. The introduction, thesis statement, and/or conclusion require much improvement.
Non-Performance - The introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Selects and Provides an Overview of the Chosen Company
Total: 4.00
Distinguished - Provides a thorough overview of the chosen company, including the industry in which it competes, competitors, and products and/or services provided.
Proficient - Provides an overview of the chosen company, including the industry in which competes, competitors, and of the products and/or services provided. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Provides a limited overview of the chosen company, including the industry in which it competes, some of the competitors, and some of the products and/or services provided. Several relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Provides an incomplete overview of the chosen company. Most of the required components (industry, competitors and products/services) are missing.
Non-Performance - The overview of the chosen company is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Horizontal Analysis of the Income Statement and Balance Sheet
Total: 7.00
Distinguished - Creates a thorough and accurate horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet. Discusses, in detail, the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis, and comprehensively discusses the positive and negative trends for the company chosen.
Proficient - Creates a thorough horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet. Discusses the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis and the positive and negative trends for the company chosen. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Creates a limited horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet. Minimally discusses the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis and the positive and negative trends for the company chosen. Several relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to create a horizontal analysis of the income statement and balance sheet; however, the importance and meaning of a horizontal analysis and/or the positive and negative trends for the chosen company are not sufficiently discussed. Many significant details are missing.
Non-P.
AssignmentPrepare an 8- to 10-page fundamental financial analysis .docxAMMY30
Assignment
Prepare an 8- to 10-page fundamental financial analysis (excluding appendices, title page, abstract, and references page) that will cover each of the following broad areas based on your chosen company's financial statements:
Provide a background of the firm, industry, economy, and outlook for the future
Analyze the short term liquidity of the firm
Analyze the operating efficiency of the firm
Analyze the capital structure of the firm
Analyze the profitability of the firm
Conclude with recommendations for the future analysis of the company (trend analysis)
Writing the Final Paper
The paper:
Must be 8 to 10 double-spaced pages in length (not including the title and reference pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a title page that includes:
Title of paper
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
Must use at least three scholarly sources from the Ashford University Library, in addition to the text.
Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a separate reference page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Carefully review the
Grading Rubric
for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.
**************Rubric Scale***********
Total Possible Score
: 25.00
Provides a Background of the Firm, the Industry, the Economy, and the Outlook for the Future
Total: 7.00
Distinguished - Provides an accurate and thorough background of the firm, the industry, the economy, and the outlook for the future.
Proficient - Provides a background of the firm, the industry, the economy, and the outlook for the future. The background has a few inaccuracies or minor details are missing.
Basic - Provides a limited background of the firm, the industry, economy, and the outlook for the future. The background has several inaccuracies and/or relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to provide a background of the firm, the industry, economy, and future outlook; however, the background has many inaccuracies and/or significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The background of the firm, the industry, the economy, and the outlook for the future are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Analyzes the Short Term Liquidity, Operating Efficiency, Capital Structure and Profitability of the Firm Using the Financial Statements
Total: 9.00
Distinguished - Accurately and thoroughly analyzes the firm's financial statements, including short term liquidity, operating efficiency, capital structure, and profitability.
Proficient - Analyzes the firm's financial statements, including short term liquidity, operating effic ...
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TITLE 4Week 5 - Final PaperEvaluation of Corporate Performance of Target
The Final Paper will involve applying the concepts learned in class to an analysis of a company using data from its annual report. Using the concepts from this course, you will analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the company and write a report either recommending or not recommending purchase of the company stock.
Research Tip: The “Mergent” database in the Ashford University Library contains company profiles and financial information for publicly traded companies and their competitors. To access this database enter the Ashford Library and select “Find Articles and More” in the top menu panel. Next, select “Databases A-Z” and go to section “M” for “Mergent”. For help with using Mergent, use Mergent Online Quick Tips.
For help with reading an annual report access this handy guide (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. from Money Chimp.
The completed report should include:
· An introduction to the company, including background information.
· A complete and thorough financial statement review.
· Pro Forma financial statements (Balance Sheet and Income Statement) for the next fiscal year, assuming a 10 percent growth rate in sales and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) for the next year.
· Complete ratio analysis for the last fiscal year using at least two ratios from each of the following categories:
· Liquidity
· Financial leverage
· Asset management
· Profitability
· Market value
· Debt
· Per-Share
· Measures of relative value (P/E, P/B)
· Activity
· Cash Flow
· A calculation of Return on Equity (ROE) using the DuPont system.
· Assessment of management performance by calculating Economic Value Added (EVA).
· A synopsis of your findings, including your recommendations and rationale for whether or not to purchase stock from this company.
· Evaluate the financial risks associated with operating internationally. If your chosen company does not operate internationally, evaluate what the financial risks could be if they were to expand internationally.
The paper
· Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site..
· Must include a separate title page with the following:
· Title of paper
· Student’s name
· Course name and number
· Instructor’s name
· Date submitted
· Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
· Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
· Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
· Must use at least five scholarly sources, such as the textbook, industry reports, and articles from the Ashford University library to support your findings and recommendations.
· Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
· Must include a separate references page that i.
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Business Opportunity Project
Focus of the Business Opportunity Project
Using your business idea from your Week Two Assignment, write an eight to ten page project paper that addresses the following:
· OVERVIEW
· Business Introduce your business idea.
· Describe the Business type (new business, franchise, operating business) and include rationale.
· Discuss at least two core competencies proposed for achieving competitive advantage.
· MANAGEMENT SECTION
· Describe the legal structure of your business.
· Present the key owners and members of your management team
· Explain your staffing structure with key positions identified.
· MARKETING SECTION
· Evaluate your business environment, and identify the major opportunities (and threats).
· Assess your target market and positioning strategy.
· Discuss your communication and promotional.
· FINANCIAL SECTION
· Explain the financial requirements for startup or purchase of the business.
· Describe major sources of financing.
· Discuss the budget projections for one year.
Writing the Business Opportunity Project
The Project:
· Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length (not including the title and reference pages), and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
· Must include a title page with the following:
· Title of paper
· Student’s name
· Course name and number
· Instructor’s name
· Date submitted
· Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
· Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
· Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
· Must use at least five scholarly sources, including a minimum of two from the Ashford University Library.
· Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
· Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Carefully review the Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.
Description:
Total Possible Score: 25.00
Introduces the Business Idea and Describes the Business Type
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Completely introduces the business idea and comprehensively describes the business type, including a thorough rationale.
Proficient - Introduces the business idea and describes the business type, including a rationale. The description is missing minor details.
Basic - Introduces the business idea and vaguely describes the business type, including a limited rationale. The description is missing relevant details.
Below Expectations - Introduces the business idea and attempts to describe the business type, including a rationale; however, the description is missing significant details.
Non-Performance - The introduction of the business idea and description of the business type are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Discusses the Relevant Core Competency
Total: 2.50
Distinguished - Thoroughl ...
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Financial Analysis Assignment
This is an individual assignment that focuses on Dun and Bradstreet's key business ratio analysisand a current financial situation analysis.
By completing this assignment, students will meet the outcome(s):
analyze and synthesize strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) to generate, prioritize, and implement alternative strategies in order to write and present a strategic plan
evaluate the outcomes of selected strategies to determine their success and impact on the achievement of an organization's vision and mission
Required Elements to include in Financial Analysis:
Students will be provided with a list of publicly traded organizations from which to choose;
Students will be required to create a quantitative financial spreadsheet with key financial ratios;
Complete the financial ratios using the template provided;
Include an additional financial ratios that you believe relevant or important to your analysis;
Provide a detailed, written analysis of the findings from the financial analysis;
a trend analysis of the latest three years of key balance and income statement information, including a spreadsheet depicting the trend as well as a detailed, written analysis of the information (spreadsheet will be provided)
Demonstrate critical thinking in the assessment.
Required Formatting of Paper:
This report should be double spaced, 12-point font, and three to four page written analysis excluding the title page, reference page and .spreadsheets;
Completed spreadsheets with the most recently reported three years of financial statements and presented as an appendix;
This paper should be written in the third person. No script should contain the words “I or we;”
Title page with your name, the course name, the date, and instructor’s name;
This paper should be written in the third person. No script should contain the words “I or we;”
Include references with at least one reference other than the textbook;
Use APA formatting for in-text citations and reference page. You are expected to paraphrase and not use quotes. Deductions will be taken when quotes are used and found to be unnecessary;
Submit the paper in the Assignment Folder.
Financial Analysis Assignment Template
Your response for the Financial Analysis Assignment should measure, record, and present the financial performance of your firm. Your analysis shall be conducted on a year-to-year basis using the firm’s most recent three years Balance Sheets and Income Statements except for final partial-year data, as appropriate (e.g., 4
th
quarter 2012*). Use the template below as a guide for developing your response for the Financial Analysis Assignment.
Financial Analysis Assignment Cover Sheet
List of Illustrations
Table of Contents
(Start of Topic Outline for Body of Paper)
I. Introduction
II. Summary of Operations ($000)
A. Net Sales
B. Gross Margin
C. Operating Margin
D. Income before Taxes
E. Ne.
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Total Possible Score: 10.00
Determines the Startup Costs of a Real Estate-Based Business
Total: 1.50
Distinguished - Accurately determines the startup costs of a real estate-based business.
Proficient - Determines most of the startup costs of a real estate-based business. Minor inaccuracies are present.
Basic - Determines some of the startup costs of a real estate-based business. Several inaccuracies are present.
Below Expectations - Attempts to determine the startup costs of a real estate based-business; however, significant inaccuracies are present.
Non-Performance - The determination of startup costs of a real estate-based business is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Determines the Operating Expenses of the Business for the First Two Years and Identifies the Fixed and Variable Expenses
Total: 1.50
Distinguished - Accurately determines the operating expenses for the first two years, and clearly identifies the fixed and variable expenses.
Proficient - Determines the operating expenses for the first two years and identifies most of the fixed and variable expenses. Minor inaccuracies are present.
Basic - Determines the operating expenses of the business for the first two years and identifies some of the fixed and variable expenses. Several inaccuracies are present.
Below Expectations - Determines a few of the operating expenses of the business for the first two years and identifies a few of the fixed and variable expenses. Significant inaccuracies are present.
Non-Performance - The determination of operating expenses of the business for the first two years and identification of fixed and variable expenses are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Formulates a Plan to Cover Startup and Ongoing Operations Expenses and Personal Financial Requirements
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Formulates a thorough and detailed plan to cover startup and ongoing operations expenses and personal financial requirements to remain solvent until sufficient business cash flow begins.
Proficient - Formulates a detailed plan to cover startup and ongoing operations expenses and personal financial requirements to remain solvent until sufficient business cash flow begins. The plan is slightly underdeveloped.
Basic - Formulates a general plan to cover most startup and ongoing operations expenses and personal financial requirements to remain solvent until sufficient business cash flow begins. The plan is underdeveloped.
Below Expectations - Attempts to formulate a plan to cover startup and ongoing operations expenses and personal financial requirements to remain solvent until sufficient business case flow begins; however, the plan is significantly underdeveloped.
Non-Performance - The plan to cover startup and ongoing operations expenses and personal financial requirements is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
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Week 3 Assignment 2 Grading Guide
Total Possible Score: 5.00
Identify One Merger or Acquisition of Your Organization
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Clearly and accurately identifies one merger or acquisition of your organization.
Proficient - Identifies one merger or acquisition of your organization Minor details are slightly inaccurate or unclear.
Basic - Identifies one merger or acquisition of your organization. Relevant details are inaccurate and/or unclear.
Below Expectations - Attempts to identify one merger or acquisition of your organization; however, significant details are inaccurate and unclear.
Non-Performance - The identification of one merger or acquisition of your organization is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Discuss Concerns That Must be Addressed When Planning the Merger or Acquisition. Chooses Two of the Following: Business Climate, Cultural Environment, Marketing Channels, Financial Processes, Operations Systems and Structures, Human Resources Policies, Environmental Conditions and Management of Technology and Innovation and Delineates 8-10 Concerns to Address in the Planning of an Alliance
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Comprehensively discusses concerns that must be addressed when planning the merger or acquisition. Delineates eight to ten concerns for each of the two chosen areas.
Proficient - Discusses concerns that must be addressed when planning the merger or acquisition. Delineates five to six concerns for each of the two chosen areas accurately to address the planning of an alliance. The discussion of concerns is slightly underdeveloped.
Basic - Minimally discusses concerns that must be addressed when planning the merger or acquisition. Delineates three to four concerns to address the planning of an alliance. The discussion of concerns is underdeveloped.
Below Expectations - Attempts to discuss concerns that must be addressed when planning the merger or acquisition; however, the discussion of concerns is significantly underdeveloped. Delineates one or two concerns to address in the planning of an alliance.
Non-Performance - The discussion of concerns that must be addressed when planning the merger or acquisition is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics
Total: 0.25
Distinguished - Displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors and is very easy to understand.
Proficient - Displays comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains only a few minor errors and is mostly easy to understand.
Basic - Displays basic comprehension of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains a few errors which may slightly distract the reader.
Below Expectations - Fails to display basic comprehens.
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Managerial Decision Making Research and Analysis
Research a specific company of your choice and identify some of the managerial decisions that were made over time and in response to changes in its market or competitive environment. Use the Ashford University Library and web-based sources for your research. At least three external scholarly sources must be used in addition to the textbook.
Address all of the following areas:
Describe the company and provide a brief history of its operations. Find or use graphs to illustrate its financial performance over the years.
Describe any sources of risk or uncertainty in its operations. Do the financial reports indicate risky or uncertain activities or changes to the economic environment that ultimately appear to have affected the company’s financial outcomes? Be specific.
Are there any government regulations that have affected this company’s operations domestically or abroad? Explain.
Describe the inputs that are used in this company’s production function and identify any challenges to securing these inputs.
Determine if the company has introduced new products in existing markets or created new markets over time. What is the impact on its finances?
Determine if the price of its products increased or declined over time and analyze the reasons for price fluctuations. Study the demand elasticity for its products and discuss the availability of close substitutes for its products. How does that affect pricing decisions?
Analyze the company’s profitability. Identify the economy or industry influences on its costs, operations, and profitability.
Describe the competitive environment in which the firm operates, the distribution of market power, and the strategic behavior of the firm and its competitors. Apply your knowledge of the theory of this company’s market structure. How does the company make pricing and production decisions? Is your observation supported by the theoretical models? Refer to the financial reports for illustration.
Describe any non-price competitive strategies that the company might be engaging in. Provide specific examples.
Evaluate if the company made any mistakes in its decisions over time, and recommend any changes or improvements for future operations. Refer to the financial reports when making specific observations or recommendations..
Use economic language and demonstrate your understanding of the concepts and theories of this course.
Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
Must be 8 to 10 double-spaced pages in length (excluding including the title and reference pages), and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a title page with the following:
Title of paper
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement which identifies the focus of the paper.
Must address the topic of the paper with critical thou.
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Description:
Total Possible Score: 23.00
Includes an Introduction to the Company, a Thorough Financial Statement Review, and Pro Forma Financial Statements
Total: 6.00
Distinguished - Provides a comprehensive introduction to the company (including background information) with a thorough financial statement review and pro forma financial statements for the next fiscal year. The review and pro forma financial statements are supported with accurate calculations.
Proficient - Provides an introduction to the company (including background information) with a financial statement review and pro forma financial statements for the next fiscal year. The review and pro forma financial statements are supported with accurate calculations, but minor details are missing.
Basic - Provides a limited introduction to the company (including background information) with a financial statement review and pro forma financial statements for the next fiscal year. The review and pro forma financial statements are somewhat supported with mostly accurate calculations and/or relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to provide an introduction to the company (including background information) with a financial statement review and pro forma financial statements for the next fiscal year; however, the review and pro forma financial statements are not supported with accurate calculations and significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The introduction to the company, with thorough financial statement review and pro forma balance sheet and income statements for the next fiscal year, is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Includes a Ratio Analysis and Calculates the Return On Equity (ROE) Using the DuPont System
Total: 6.00
Distinguished - Includes a comprehensive ratio analysis and calculates the ROE using the DuPont system. Each ratio analysis and the ROE calculation are accurate and complete.
Proficient - Includes a ratio analysis and calculates the ROE using the DuPont system. The ratio analysis and ROE calculation are accurate. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Includes a limited ratio analysis and calculates the ROE using the DuPont system. The ratio analysis and ROE calculation are mostly accurate. Relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to include a ratio analysis and calculates the ROE using the DuPont system; however, the ratio analysis and ROE calculation are not accurate and significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The ratio analysis and calculations for ROE using the DuPont system are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Assesses Management Performance By Calculating the Economic Value Added (EVA)
Total: 3.70
Distinguished - Comprehensively assesses management performance by accurately calculating the EVA.
Proficient - Assesses management performance by accurately calculating the EVA. Minor details are missing f ...
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IHP 450 Final Project Milestone Two: Departmental Budget and Outline Guidelines and Rubric
Prompt: Because you have done such a good job with the consulting assignments, your boss has asked you to lead the development of the department’s annual
operating budget for the healthcare facility you selected, (Joslin or Venice). She has also offered to review an outline of your capital budget proposal before you
submit it for consideration by the decision makers. There are two parts to this assignment that you will submit together:
Part One: Departmental Budget
First, create your annual departmental budget per your boss’ request. As part of your capital budget proposal, you will need to apply the cost of your capital
budget item, and all associated costs, to a specific department within the organization. You will also need to account for any additional revenue that may be
generated as a result of purchasing your capital budget item as well as any expenses that might be incurred. In the event you selected a capital item that impacts
the entire organization, apply the cost of your capital budget item to the entire organization.
Using the budget sample as an example, create your own departmental operating budget in the Operating Budget sheet. Please note that this is just an example
provided to help you get started. You do not have to use all of the budget items found in the budget sample if they do not apply to your department. You may
find that additional items are appropriate to include for your department beyond what is included in the sample. Use the Capital Budget sheet to calculate the
costs of your capital budget item.
As you create your department’s budget, consider items such as hiring new staff, training, technology, and any other related costs. Also account for the potential
revenue generated as a result of implementing the capital budget item as well as any potential expenses incurred by your department. These should be high-
level estimates at this point. You’ll be doing some research on implementation of your capital budget item in Milestone Three that will help you refine your
estimates of potential revenue and expenses later on.
Part Two: Proposal Outline
Second, outline your proposal for your boss to review. With the goal of submitting a proposal that will help your organization and win that $2,500 bonus, you
will create a 1–3 page outline of your final project presentation that identifies the key points you will use to address critical elements of the final project,
providing sufficient detail to allow your boss to provide constructive feedback on your proposal. Your outline should incorporate, where applicable, the
knowledge, concepts, and principles that you have learned in Modules One through Five. Compare this assignment to the Final Project Rubric to see how it will
serve as a first draft for part of your final project. Review the example proposal outline to gain an idea of what the start of you.
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TITLE 4Week 1 - AssignmentFinancial Management Challenges and Ethics
Find at least two articles from the Ashford University Library that highlight and discuss two of the biggest challenges facing financial managers today. One of the articles should be about the challenge of maintaining ethical financial integrity and the other article should be on any other challenge that a financial manager may face (e.g., competition, foreign markets, government intervention, etc.).
Summarize your findings from the articles in a two- to three-page paper (excluding title and references pages). The paper should be formatted according to APA. Be sure to properly cite your selected articles using APA style.
Grading Summar
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Total Possible Score: 6.00
Summarizes an Article that Discusses the Challenge of Maintaining Ethical Financial Integrity
Total: 2.70
Distinguished - Provides a comprehensive summary of an article that discusses the challenge financial managers face in maintaining ethical financial integrity.
Proficient - Provides a summary of an article that discusses the challenge financial managers face in maintaining ethical financial integrity. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Provides a partial summary of an article that discusses the challenge financial managers face in maintaining ethical financial integrity. Relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to provide a summary that discusses a challenge financial managers face in maintaining ethical financial integrity; however, significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The summary of an article that discusses the challenge financial managers face in maintaining ethical financial integrity is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Summarizes an Article that Discusses a Challenge that a Financial Manager may Face other than Maintaining Ethical Financial Integrity
Total: 2.70
Distinguished - Provides a comprehensive summary of an article that discusses a challenge facing financial managers other than maintaining ethical financial integrity.
Proficient - Provides a summary of an article that discusses a challenge facing financial managers other than maintaining ethical financial integrity. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Provides a partial summary of an article that discusses a challenge facing financial managers other than maintaining ethical financial integrity. Relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to provide a summary of an article that discusses a challenge facing financial managers other than maintaining ethical financial integrity; however, significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The summary of an article that discusses a challenge facing financial managers, other than maintaining ethical financial integrity, is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics
Total:.
Chapter 15 Managing Finance and Budgets1ObjectivesEstelaJeffery653
Chapter 15: Managing Finance and Budgets
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Objectives
Know the elements of a business plan
Be able to interpret a set of organizational financial documents
Understand budgets and explain the uses of budgets
Be able to construct incremental and zero-based budgets
Outline
Business Plans
Financial Statements
Budgets and Budgeting
Operating Budget
Capital Budget
Cash Budget
Zero-based Budget
Implementing and Using Budgets
Using Budgets to Evaluate Organizational Performance
Business Plans
Outline used to launch, maintain, or expand the activities of an organization
9 components
Executive summary
Market analysis
Description of the organization
Ownership and management
Marketing and sales strategy
Description of product, program, or service
Funding needed
Prospective financial data
Appendix
Financial Statements
Convey the financial position of an organization
4 parts:
Income Statement
Balance Sheet
Statement of Cash Flows
Statement of Retained Earnings
Income Statement
Also known as the profit and loss statement
Details the sales, expenses, and net income generated by an organization
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Balance Sheet
Also known as the statement of financial position
3 sections
Assets
Liabilities
Equity
Assets = Liabilities + Equity
Cash Flows
Reconciles changes in cash balances of a business
3 sections
Operating activities
Investing activities
Financing activities
See Figure in text for an example
Retained Earnings
Reconciles the equity section of the balance sheet
4 parts
Beginning equity balance
Net income
Dividends paid
Final equity balance
Budgets
Budget is defined as a comprehensive, detailed plan for achieving an organization’s goals and objectives expressed in monetary terms
Budgets include data which are:
Objective
Measurable
Obtainable
Preparing a Budget
Budget preparation will likely include many revisions.
Approaches to budgeting:
Incremental: based on previous budget
Zero-based: starts with blank slate
Completing a budget should involve input from various levels of personnel (executives to front-line staff)
Types of Budgets
Operating – detailed plans for revenues and expenses
Capital – plan for spending on improvements and additions to property, buildings, or equipment
Cash –detailed estimates of anticipated cash receipts and disbursements
Operating Budget
Contains detailed plans concerning the anticipated revenues and expenses for every product, program, or service delivered
Created at the department or unit level but rolled up into a consolidated operating budget
Operating budgets contain four parts: statistics, revenues, expenses, and pro forma
Operating Budget: Statistics
Contains information related to the expected extent and scope of activities.
3 steps/decisions
1) Output expectations – estimates of the activities of a given department
2) Methodology – the approach used to calculate output expectations
3) Responsibility – accountability for meeting expectations placed with appr ...
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Week 5 - Final Paper
Evaluation of Corporate Performance
The Final Paper will involve applying the concepts learned in class to an analysis of a company using data from its annual report. Using the concepts from this course, you will analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the company and write a report either recommending or not recommending purchase of the company stock.
Research Tip: The “Mergent” database in the Ashford University Library contains company profiles and financial information for publicly traded companies and their competitors. To access this database enter the Ashford Library and select “Find Articles and More” in the top menu panel. Next, select “Databases A-Z” and go to section “M” for “Mergent”. For help with using Mergent, use Mergent Online Quick Tips.
For help with reading an annual report access this handy guide from Money Chimp.
The completed report should include:
· An introduction to the company, including background information.
· A complete and thorough financial statement review.
· Pro Forma financial statements (Balance Sheet and Income Statement) for the next fiscal year, assuming a 10 percent growth rate in sales and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) for the next year.
· Complete ratio analysis for the last fiscal year using at least two ratios from each of the following categories:
· Liquidity
· Financial leverage
· Asset management
· Profitability
· Market value
· Debt
· Per-Share
· Measures of relative value (P/E, P/B)
· Activity
· Cash Flow
· A calculation of Return on Equity (ROE) using the DuPont system.
· Assessment of management performance by calculating Economic Value Added (EVA).
· A synopsis of your findings, including your recommendations and rationale for whether or not to purchase stock from this company.
· Evaluate the financial risks associated with operating internationally. If your chosen company does not operate internationally, evaluate what the financial risks could be if they were to expand internationally.
The paper
· Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
· Must include a separate title page with the following:
· Title of paper
· Student’s name
· Course name and number
· Instructor’s name
· Date submitted
· Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
· Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
· Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
· Must use at least five scholarly sources, such as the textbook, industry reports, and articles from the Ashford University library to support your findings and recommendations.
· Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
· Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
· Description:
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· Total Possible Score: 20.00
· Includes an Introd.
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This assignment is very detailed and I would need someone to have auditing experience in the accounting field. Accounting/Auditing helpers Only. Please see attachment before responding to the paper. To successfully complete this assignment you have to use the textbook you can located the Auditing book to find appendix 6c and figure 18.8 and any other reference by..
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Audit Report Modifications
The final paper will be based on Appendix 6C Illustrative Audit Case: Keystone Computers at pages 237-244 in your text. Write, in outline format but in complete sentences, a 6 to 10 page audit plan. It is recommended that you look at Figure 18.8 on page 708, which shows the control objectives related to accounts receivable.
In your audit plan cover the steps necessary to determine if you should select the client, the internal control procedures which need to be reviewed, the substantive tests [using accounts receivable a guide], and the final reporting steps. Based on the actual facts in the case determine the emphasis you want to place on various accounts. Also reflect back over your entire accounting program and think about how the accounts are interrelated. For example, when allowance for doubtful accounts is credited the offset is to bad debt expense. Therefore one of the steps should be to trace the debit side of the entry to the balance for bad debt expense.
Make your comments as specific as possible. Rather than say look for unusual entries, say look for entries from unusual sources and rounded amounts with focus on those near an accounting cut off. Use precise language. Rather than saying you “vouched accounts payable,” say that you looked at the item to determine that it was a bona fide business expense. Remember to focus on the key audit objectives and support needed after applying the audit risk model.
Remember, the purpose of the Final Paper is for you to culminate the learning achieved in the course by describing your understanding and application of knowledge in the field of accounting.
The Final Paper should focus on real life, real time application of topics covered in this course; the uses you have seen and the uses you can envision. The paper must be submitted to your instructor no later than the last day of class. Earlier submittal is appreciated.
Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
Must be six to ten double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a title page with the following:
Title of paper
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
Must use at least three scholarly sources, including a minimum of one from the Ashford Online Library.
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Operating Budget
Review the information from your text and at least one scholarly source on capital investment plans.
In a one- to two-page paper, which will be included in your Final Project, explain why your manager or the board would or would not accept a proposal for the capital investment. List at least three arguments that could be used for or against the proposal. In other words, what will the intended audience be looking for when reviewing the proposal?
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Explains Why the Manager or the Board Would or Would Not Accept the Proposal for the Capital Investment
Total: 3.00
Distinguished – Comprehensively explains why the manager or the board would or would not accept the proposal for the capital investment.
Proficient - Explains why the manager or the board would or would not accept the proposal for the capital investment. The explanation may be slightly unbalanced or minor details are missing.
Basic – Partially explains why the manager or the board would or would not accept the proposal for the capital investment. The explanation is unbalanced and/or relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to explain why the manager or the board would or would not accept the proposal for the capital investment; however, the explanation is very unbalanced and significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The explanation of why the manager or the board would or would not accept the proposal for the capital investment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Lists at Least Three Arguments That Could Be Used for or Against the Proposal
Total: 3.50
Distinguished – Lists and comprehensively describes at least three valid arguments that could be used for or against the proposal. Fully addresses what the intended audience will be looking for when reviewing the proposal.
Proficient - Lists and describes least three mostly valid arguments that could be used for or against the proposal. Addresses what the intended audience will be looking for when reviewing the proposal. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Lists and partially describes three somewhat valid arguments that could be used for or against the proposal. Minimally addresses what the intended audience will be looking for when reviewing the proposal. Relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations – Lists and attempts to describe valid arguments that could be used for or against the proposal; however, fewer than three valid arguments are described and significant details are missing.
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Non-Performance – The description of the arguments that could be used for or against the proposal are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Critical Thinking: Explanation of Issues
Total: 0.50
Distinguished - Clearly and comprehensively explains in detail the issue to be considered, delivering all relevant information necessary for full understanding.
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Week 1 Assignment Grading Guide
Total Possible Score: 8.00
Develops an Introduction With all Six Requirements
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Comprehensively develops an introduction with all six requirements.
Proficient - Develops an introduction with all six requirements. The introduction is slightly underdeveloped.
Basic - Minimally develops an introduction. The introduction is underdeveloped.
Below Expectations - Attempts to develop an introduction; however, the introduction is significantly underdeveloped.
Non-Performance - The introduction is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Identifies at Least Four of the Key Business Goals of the Organization
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Clearly and accurately identifies at least four of the key business goals of the organization.
Proficient - Identifies four of the key business goals of the organization. Minor details are missing, slightly unclear or inaccurate.
Basic - Partially identifies four of the key business goals of the organization. Relevant details are missing, unclear, and/or inaccurate.
Below Expectations - Attempts to identify fewer than four of the key business goals of the organization; however, significant details are missing, unclear, and inaccurate.
Non-Performance - The identification of four of the key business goals of the organization is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Analyzes the Management Technology Innovation (MTI) Capabilities of the Organization
Total: 3.00
Distinguished - Comprehensively analyzes the Management Technology Innovation (MTI) capabilities of the organization.
Proficient - Analyzes the Management Technology Innovation (MTI) capabilities of the organization. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Minimally analyzes the Management Technology Innovation (MTI) capabilities of the organization. Relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to analyze the Management Technology Innovation (MTI) capabilities of the organization; however, significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The analysis of analyze the Management Technology Innovation (MTI) capabilities of the organization is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics
Total: 0.25
Distinguished - Displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors and is very easy to understand.
Proficient - Displays comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains only a few minor errors and is mostly easy to understand.
Basic - Displays basic comprehension of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains a few errors which may slightly distract the reader.
Below Expectations - Fails to display basic comprehension of syn.
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Final Paper
For your Final Paper, choose one of the following health care organizations:
· Hospital Corporation of America (HCA)
· Tenet Health System
· Mayo Clinic
· Henry Ford Health System
· Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
· Children’s Miracle Network
· Deborah Heart and Lung Center
· Medtronic
· Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
· National Institutes of Health (NIH)
· Planned Parenthood
· Indian Health Service (IHS)
· Health Markets
Conduct an evaluation of the organization based on strategic planning analysis, which includes the strengths and/or weaknesses that are internal to the organization and opportunities and/or threats external to the organization. Your strategic plan analysis must include at least three strengths and three weaknesses that are internal to the organization and at least three opportunities and three threats that are external to the organization. You must utilize at least five valid sources in your analysis. Examples of valid sources include organizational websites, annual reports, personal interviews with organizational leadership, investigative reports, government reports, and conference transcripts. Your Final Paper must address at least five key areas, concepts, and strategies that are outlined in the course text. These include:
· Internal and external assessments
· Competitive marketing analysis
· Identification of stakeholders
· Overview and assessments of services provided
· Competencies and resource
· Public entities and regulatory requirements
· Demographics served
· Strategic financial planning
· Financial and operational outcomes
· Current and future direction of the organization of choice
Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
1. Must be 8 to 10 double-spaced pages in length, excluding the title and references pages, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
2. Must include a title page with the following:
· Title of paper
· Student’s name
· Course name and number
· Instructor’s name
· Date submitted
3. Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
4. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
5. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
6. Must use at least five scholarly sources, including a minimum of two from the Ashford University Library.
7. Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
8. Must include a separate reference page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Carefully review the Grading Rubric (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.
Total Possible Score: 20.00
Introduction
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Thoroughly and comprehensively developed introduction and thesis statement, giving a clear direction and purpose of the paper.
Proficient - Clearly developed introduction .
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Capture citations in proper format for everything you read. Alphabetize by author and then proritize sources with the outline.
Check ssrn.com, check UMUC Library - always ask for journal and/or search ideas. Find enough scholarly content to support writing 1.5x-2x your target length.
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Which Measures?
*actual observation, 3y moving average, 5y arithmetic avg, YTD avg, geometric mean, trend, standard deviation
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Which ratios?
*Financial Performance [Return-Capital Employed, Capital, Invested Capital, Assets, duPont],
*Leverage [financial, operational, debt solvency],
*Cash Flow/Earnings [Unlevered Free Cash Flow, Operating Income, EBITDA, Free Cash Flow to Equity, Cash Conversion Cycle to DSO and Sales growth]
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Buy, Sell or Hold this enterprise at current prices?
How did you assess barrier to entry and/or barrier to exit/liquidation?
What are some possible contingencies/uncertainty that may change your mind in the short-term?
What are some Long-term issues?
Resist the temptation to introduce or argue against "new evidence" . Stay within the scope of your thesis- evidence-discussion.
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*Leverage [financial, operational, debt solvency],
*Cash Flow/Earnings [Unlevered Free Cash Flow, Operating Income, EBITDA, Free Cash Flow to Equity, Cash Conversion Cycle to DSO and Sales growth]
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*actual observation, 3y moving average, 5y arithmetic avg, YTD avg, geometric mean, trend
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Use absolute and relative measures of value to rank businesses. See relative positions by earnings yield (EY)and return on capital employed (ROCE)
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Reports the Amount of Capital Spending for the Past Three Years for the Selected Company and One Direct Competitor
Total: 1.50
Distinguished - Comprehensively reports the amount of capital spending for the past three years for the selected company and one direct competitor. Quantitatively determines whether the amount of spending has been consistent or if it has fluctuated.
Proficient - Reports the amount of capital spending for the past three years for the selected company and one direct competitor. Quantitatively determines whether the amount of spending has been consistent or if it has fluctuated. Minor details are missing from the report or minor inaccuracies are present.
Basic - Partially reports the amount of capital spending for the past three years for the selected company and one direct competitor. Quantitatively determines whether the amount of spending has been consistent or if it has fluctuated. Relevant details are missing from the report or several inaccuracies are present.
Below Expectations - Attempts to report the amount of capital spending for the past three years for the selected company and one direct competitor and quantitatively determine whether the amount of spending has been consistent or if it has fluctuated; however, significant details are missing from the report and/or many inaccuracies are present.
Non-Performance - The report of the capital spending for the two companies is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Describes the Capital Expenditures of Each Firm and the Factors That Impacted the Companies’ Debt Capacities and Capital Structures
Total: 1.50
Distinguished - Comprehensively describes the capital expenditure of each firm and the factors that impacted each firm’s debt capacity and capital structure.
Proficient - Describes the capital expenditure of each firm and the factors that impacted each firm’s debt capacity and capital structure. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Briefly describes the capital expenditure of each firm and the factors that impacted each firm’s debt capacity and capital structure. Relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Minimally describes the capital expenditure of each firm and the factors that impacted each firm’s debt capacity and capital structure. Significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The description of the capital expenditure of each firm and the factors that impacted each firm’s debt capacity and capital structure is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Compares the Level of Capital Spending Across the Two Firms
Total: 3.00
Distinguished - Comprehensively compares the capital spending levels of the selected firm and its direct competitor, including how the spending was similar or different. Provides a relevant speculation on why the similarities and/or differences might exist. Support from scholarly sources is includ ...
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Case Study: Opening Your New Dunkin Donuts Locations
Assumption and Context:
You have been the manager of a Dunkin Donuts store in the Midwest for the past two years. The store is owned by a Dunkin Donuts franchisee who owns 20 other Dunkin Donuts locations. Your employer took an employee inventory and examined all current employees. It has been noted by the owner that you have a highly successful track record. You have been recognized for doing an exceptional job staffing, leading, training, coaching, and managing people. You have been recognized for successfully managing all key components of your store and have successfully managed key business drivers such as cash, profits, growth, asset utilization and people. In regards to the metrics that are used to measure their stores for sales, quality, and customer service, your store is the top performing store in their system.
Congratulations! You have just been promoted to District Manager! The Dunkin Donuts franchisee sees your growth potential and the growth potential in your geographic area. The owner now has committed significant capital and plans to open five new locations over the next two years. You will be given complete autonomy, authority, and responsibility to structure, staff, and operate these five new locations. You will be playing a key role in this expansion for growth.
Assignment:
Prepare a five-page paper (excluding the title and reference pages), including at least three scholarly sources, in addition to the textbook, formatted according to APA style guidelines as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. In your paper, explain your chosen job design, organizational design, your recruiting strategy and methods, and your training and performance appraisal process as the new District Manager for Dunkin Donuts.
You must organize your paper using the following section headings and include additional section headings as needed:
Introduction
Job Design
Organizational Design
Recruiting and Selection
Training and Performance Appraisals
Conclusion
Description
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Total Possible Score
: 15.00
Organization: Introduction, Thesis Statement, and Conclusion
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - The paper is well organized with the introduction that provides sufficient background on the topic, thesis statement, and the conclusion that is logical, smoothly flows from the body of the paper.
Proficient - The paper is organized with the introduction that provides background on the topic, thesis statement, and the conclusion that is logical but not quite smooth.
Basic - The paper is organized with the introduction and the conclusion, but the introduction and/or the conclusion require improvement.
Below Expectations - The paper is loosely organized with the introduction and the conclusion, and the introduction and/or the conclusion require much improvement.
Non-Performance - The introduction and the conclusion are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions..
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Compensation Philosophy
Evaluate the current compensation philosophy for your organization or an organization of your choosing (from a third-person perspective). Write a three-to-five page paper (not including the title and reference pages). Your paper should be written in a scholarly third-person tone; it should be in APA format. In addition to the introduction and conclusion, your paper should address the following:
Evaluate the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees.
Examine key factors within the internal and external environment including the mission and strategic focus of the organization, as well as the financial and cultural aspects of your organization (i.e., they cannot have a compensation philosophy where they “lead” the market if the organization does not have the financial resources) that should influence this philosophy. The proposed philosophy itself should be no more than a short paragraph.
Identify the key factors that should contribute to the organization’s development based on your proposed organizational philosophy.
Remember to write from a third-person perspective. Do not include wording like “my company’s philosophy is …” Instead include wording like “XYZ Company Name’s philosophy is …” Remember to write about the company and the company’s philosophy; do not refer to you or your connection to the company.
In addition to the text, cite at least two scholarly references to support your discussion.
Carefully review the
Grading Rubric (Links to an external site.)
for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.
Grading Rubric:
Total Possible Score
: 7.00
Evaluates the Organization’s Current Compensation Philosophy and Proposes Ways to Enhance or Revamp the Current Compensation Philosophy Organization and Its Employees
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Accurately and thoroughly evaluates the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees.
Proficient - Accurately evaluates the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Evaluates the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees. Relevant details are missing and/or inaccurate.
Below Expectations - Attempts to evaluate the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees; however, significant details are missing .
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Compensation Philosophy
Evaluate the current compensation philosophy for your organization or an organization of your choosing (from a third-person perspective). Write a three-to-five page paper (not including the title and reference pages). Your paper should be written in a scholarly third-person tone; it should be in APA format. In addition to the introduction and conclusion, your paper should address the following:
Evaluate the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees.
Examine key factors within the internal and external environment including the mission and strategic focus of the organization, as well as the financial and cultural aspects of your organization (i.e., they cannot have a compensation philosophy where they “lead” the market if the organization does not have the financial resources) that should influence this philosophy. The proposed philosophy itself should be no more than a short paragraph.
Identify the key factors that should contribute to the organization’s development based on your proposed organizational philosophy.
Remember to write from a third-person perspective. Do not include wording like “my company’s philosophy is …” Instead include wording like “XYZ Company Name’s philosophy is …” Remember to write about the company and the company’s philosophy; do not refer to you or your connection to the company.
In addition to the text, cite at least two scholarly references to support your discussion.
Carefully review the
Grading Rubric (Links to an external site.)
for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.
Grading Rubric:
Total Possible Score
: 7.00
Evaluates the Organization’s Current Compensation Philosophy and Proposes Ways to Enhance or Revamp the Current Compensation Philosophy Organization and Its Employees
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Accurately and thoroughly evaluates the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees.
Proficient - Accurately evaluates the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Evaluates the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees. Relevant details are missing and/or inaccurate.
Below Expectations - Attempts to evaluate the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees; however, significant details are missing .
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a theme study with the University of Phoenix Material: Theme Study, using components of interdisciplinary inquires. This theme must incorporate at least two disciplines--arts, math, language arts, science, social science, physical education--and the following components:
Big ideas: Generalizations, principles, laws, or theorems that meet the criteria:
It is true over space and time.
It may broaden the students' understanding of the world and what it means to be human.
It is interdisciplinary.
It may lead to student inquiry.
Questions that drive inquiry: The depths of the questions are in proportion to the interdisciplinary inquiry. Therefore, they should include higher- and lower-thinking orders and processes, including the use of logic, critical thinking, and creating new questions (sub-questions) from what was learned.
Appropriate resources: Print, interviews, field sites, artifacts, visual, audio, experiments, and computer technology
Learning activities: Ways to explore the questions in age-appropriate standards
Learning Outcomes:
Factual content learned: Did they get the big idea?
Processes and skills to be developed: Did the big idea engage intelligences and modes of inquiry?
Intellectual and effective mentalities: Does the big idea develop thinking skills and habits?
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your paper consistent with APA guidelines.
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Presentation geared toward teaching a younger person, age 9 to 14 year old, about Judaism. Your presentation must cover each of the following topics:
Relationship with God/Torah
History of Key Sacred Texts
Ten Commandments
Jerusalem
The Nation of Israel
Different Sects of Judaism
The Holocaust
Sacred Practices and Holidays
Judaism today
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Describe nutrients of concern or special concerns during each life stage.
Identify physical activity recommendations during each life stage.
Discuss the following topics for the specified stages of life:
Pregnancy - weight gain recommendations
Lactation - benefits of breastfeeding
Infancy - growth rate
Childhood - helping kids develop healthy eating habits and bodies
Adolescence - helping teens meet nutrient needs.
Adulthood - aging and factors that affect it.
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Determines the Startup Costs of a Real Estate-Based Business
Total: 1.50
Distinguished - Accurately determines the startup costs of a real estate-based business.
Proficient - Determines most of the startup costs of a real estate-based business. Minor inaccuracies are present.
Basic - Determines some of the startup costs of a real estate-based business. Several inaccuracies are present.
Below Expectations - Attempts to determine the startup costs of a real estate based-business; however, significant inaccuracies are present.
Non-Performance - The determination of startup costs of a real estate-based business is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Determines the Operating Expenses of the Business for the First Two Years and Identifies the Fixed and Variable Expenses
Total: 1.50
Distinguished - Accurately determines the operating expenses for the first two years, and clearly identifies the fixed and variable expenses.
Proficient - Determines the operating expenses for the first two years and identifies most of the fixed and variable expenses. Minor inaccuracies are present.
Basic - Determines the operating expenses of the business for the first two years and identifies some of the fixed and variable expenses. Several inaccuracies are present.
Below Expectations - Determines a few of the operating expenses of the business for the first two years and identifies a few of the fixed and variable expenses. Significant inaccuracies are present.
Non-Performance - The determination of operating expenses of the business for the first two years and identification of fixed and variable expenses are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Formulates a Plan to Cover Startup and Ongoing Operations Expenses and Personal Financial Requirements
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Formulates a thorough and detailed plan to cover startup and ongoing operations expenses and personal financial requirements to remain solvent until sufficient business cash flow begins.
Proficient - Formulates a detailed plan to cover startup and ongoing operations expenses and personal financial requirements to remain solvent until sufficient business cash flow begins. The plan is slightly underdeveloped.
Basic - Formulates a general plan to cover most startup and ongoing operations expenses and personal financial requirements to remain solvent until sufficient business cash flow begins. The plan is underdeveloped.
Below Expectations - Attempts to formulate a plan to cover startup and ongoing operations expenses and personal financial requirements to remain solvent until sufficient business case flow begins; however, the plan is significantly underdeveloped.
Non-Performance - The plan to cover startup and ongoing operations expenses and personal financial requirements is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
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Identify One Merger or Acquisition of Your Organization
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Clearly and accurately identifies one merger or acquisition of your organization.
Proficient - Identifies one merger or acquisition of your organization Minor details are slightly inaccurate or unclear.
Basic - Identifies one merger or acquisition of your organization. Relevant details are inaccurate and/or unclear.
Below Expectations - Attempts to identify one merger or acquisition of your organization; however, significant details are inaccurate and unclear.
Non-Performance - The identification of one merger or acquisition of your organization is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Discuss Concerns That Must be Addressed When Planning the Merger or Acquisition. Chooses Two of the Following: Business Climate, Cultural Environment, Marketing Channels, Financial Processes, Operations Systems and Structures, Human Resources Policies, Environmental Conditions and Management of Technology and Innovation and Delineates 8-10 Concerns to Address in the Planning of an Alliance
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Comprehensively discusses concerns that must be addressed when planning the merger or acquisition. Delineates eight to ten concerns for each of the two chosen areas.
Proficient - Discusses concerns that must be addressed when planning the merger or acquisition. Delineates five to six concerns for each of the two chosen areas accurately to address the planning of an alliance. The discussion of concerns is slightly underdeveloped.
Basic - Minimally discusses concerns that must be addressed when planning the merger or acquisition. Delineates three to four concerns to address the planning of an alliance. The discussion of concerns is underdeveloped.
Below Expectations - Attempts to discuss concerns that must be addressed when planning the merger or acquisition; however, the discussion of concerns is significantly underdeveloped. Delineates one or two concerns to address in the planning of an alliance.
Non-Performance - The discussion of concerns that must be addressed when planning the merger or acquisition is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics
Total: 0.25
Distinguished - Displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors and is very easy to understand.
Proficient - Displays comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains only a few minor errors and is mostly easy to understand.
Basic - Displays basic comprehension of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains a few errors which may slightly distract the reader.
Below Expectations - Fails to display basic comprehens.
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Managerial Decision Making Research and Analysis
Research a specific company of your choice and identify some of the managerial decisions that were made over time and in response to changes in its market or competitive environment. Use the Ashford University Library and web-based sources for your research. At least three external scholarly sources must be used in addition to the textbook.
Address all of the following areas:
Describe the company and provide a brief history of its operations. Find or use graphs to illustrate its financial performance over the years.
Describe any sources of risk or uncertainty in its operations. Do the financial reports indicate risky or uncertain activities or changes to the economic environment that ultimately appear to have affected the company’s financial outcomes? Be specific.
Are there any government regulations that have affected this company’s operations domestically or abroad? Explain.
Describe the inputs that are used in this company’s production function and identify any challenges to securing these inputs.
Determine if the company has introduced new products in existing markets or created new markets over time. What is the impact on its finances?
Determine if the price of its products increased or declined over time and analyze the reasons for price fluctuations. Study the demand elasticity for its products and discuss the availability of close substitutes for its products. How does that affect pricing decisions?
Analyze the company’s profitability. Identify the economy or industry influences on its costs, operations, and profitability.
Describe the competitive environment in which the firm operates, the distribution of market power, and the strategic behavior of the firm and its competitors. Apply your knowledge of the theory of this company’s market structure. How does the company make pricing and production decisions? Is your observation supported by the theoretical models? Refer to the financial reports for illustration.
Describe any non-price competitive strategies that the company might be engaging in. Provide specific examples.
Evaluate if the company made any mistakes in its decisions over time, and recommend any changes or improvements for future operations. Refer to the financial reports when making specific observations or recommendations..
Use economic language and demonstrate your understanding of the concepts and theories of this course.
Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
Must be 8 to 10 double-spaced pages in length (excluding including the title and reference pages), and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a title page with the following:
Title of paper
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement which identifies the focus of the paper.
Must address the topic of the paper with critical thou.
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Includes an Introduction to the Company, a Thorough Financial Statement Review, and Pro Forma Financial Statements
Total: 6.00
Distinguished - Provides a comprehensive introduction to the company (including background information) with a thorough financial statement review and pro forma financial statements for the next fiscal year. The review and pro forma financial statements are supported with accurate calculations.
Proficient - Provides an introduction to the company (including background information) with a financial statement review and pro forma financial statements for the next fiscal year. The review and pro forma financial statements are supported with accurate calculations, but minor details are missing.
Basic - Provides a limited introduction to the company (including background information) with a financial statement review and pro forma financial statements for the next fiscal year. The review and pro forma financial statements are somewhat supported with mostly accurate calculations and/or relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to provide an introduction to the company (including background information) with a financial statement review and pro forma financial statements for the next fiscal year; however, the review and pro forma financial statements are not supported with accurate calculations and significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The introduction to the company, with thorough financial statement review and pro forma balance sheet and income statements for the next fiscal year, is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Includes a Ratio Analysis and Calculates the Return On Equity (ROE) Using the DuPont System
Total: 6.00
Distinguished - Includes a comprehensive ratio analysis and calculates the ROE using the DuPont system. Each ratio analysis and the ROE calculation are accurate and complete.
Proficient - Includes a ratio analysis and calculates the ROE using the DuPont system. The ratio analysis and ROE calculation are accurate. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Includes a limited ratio analysis and calculates the ROE using the DuPont system. The ratio analysis and ROE calculation are mostly accurate. Relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to include a ratio analysis and calculates the ROE using the DuPont system; however, the ratio analysis and ROE calculation are not accurate and significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The ratio analysis and calculations for ROE using the DuPont system are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Assesses Management Performance By Calculating the Economic Value Added (EVA)
Total: 3.70
Distinguished - Comprehensively assesses management performance by accurately calculating the EVA.
Proficient - Assesses management performance by accurately calculating the EVA. Minor details are missing f ...
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IHP 450 Final Project Milestone Two: Departmental Budget and Outline Guidelines and Rubric
Prompt: Because you have done such a good job with the consulting assignments, your boss has asked you to lead the development of the department’s annual
operating budget for the healthcare facility you selected, (Joslin or Venice). She has also offered to review an outline of your capital budget proposal before you
submit it for consideration by the decision makers. There are two parts to this assignment that you will submit together:
Part One: Departmental Budget
First, create your annual departmental budget per your boss’ request. As part of your capital budget proposal, you will need to apply the cost of your capital
budget item, and all associated costs, to a specific department within the organization. You will also need to account for any additional revenue that may be
generated as a result of purchasing your capital budget item as well as any expenses that might be incurred. In the event you selected a capital item that impacts
the entire organization, apply the cost of your capital budget item to the entire organization.
Using the budget sample as an example, create your own departmental operating budget in the Operating Budget sheet. Please note that this is just an example
provided to help you get started. You do not have to use all of the budget items found in the budget sample if they do not apply to your department. You may
find that additional items are appropriate to include for your department beyond what is included in the sample. Use the Capital Budget sheet to calculate the
costs of your capital budget item.
As you create your department’s budget, consider items such as hiring new staff, training, technology, and any other related costs. Also account for the potential
revenue generated as a result of implementing the capital budget item as well as any potential expenses incurred by your department. These should be high-
level estimates at this point. You’ll be doing some research on implementation of your capital budget item in Milestone Three that will help you refine your
estimates of potential revenue and expenses later on.
Part Two: Proposal Outline
Second, outline your proposal for your boss to review. With the goal of submitting a proposal that will help your organization and win that $2,500 bonus, you
will create a 1–3 page outline of your final project presentation that identifies the key points you will use to address critical elements of the final project,
providing sufficient detail to allow your boss to provide constructive feedback on your proposal. Your outline should incorporate, where applicable, the
knowledge, concepts, and principles that you have learned in Modules One through Five. Compare this assignment to the Final Project Rubric to see how it will
serve as a first draft for part of your final project. Review the example proposal outline to gain an idea of what the start of you.
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TITLE 4Week 1 - AssignmentFinancial Management Challenges and Ethics
Find at least two articles from the Ashford University Library that highlight and discuss two of the biggest challenges facing financial managers today. One of the articles should be about the challenge of maintaining ethical financial integrity and the other article should be on any other challenge that a financial manager may face (e.g., competition, foreign markets, government intervention, etc.).
Summarize your findings from the articles in a two- to three-page paper (excluding title and references pages). The paper should be formatted according to APA. Be sure to properly cite your selected articles using APA style.
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Total Possible Score: 6.00
Summarizes an Article that Discusses the Challenge of Maintaining Ethical Financial Integrity
Total: 2.70
Distinguished - Provides a comprehensive summary of an article that discusses the challenge financial managers face in maintaining ethical financial integrity.
Proficient - Provides a summary of an article that discusses the challenge financial managers face in maintaining ethical financial integrity. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Provides a partial summary of an article that discusses the challenge financial managers face in maintaining ethical financial integrity. Relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to provide a summary that discusses a challenge financial managers face in maintaining ethical financial integrity; however, significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The summary of an article that discusses the challenge financial managers face in maintaining ethical financial integrity is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Summarizes an Article that Discusses a Challenge that a Financial Manager may Face other than Maintaining Ethical Financial Integrity
Total: 2.70
Distinguished - Provides a comprehensive summary of an article that discusses a challenge facing financial managers other than maintaining ethical financial integrity.
Proficient - Provides a summary of an article that discusses a challenge facing financial managers other than maintaining ethical financial integrity. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Provides a partial summary of an article that discusses a challenge facing financial managers other than maintaining ethical financial integrity. Relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to provide a summary of an article that discusses a challenge facing financial managers other than maintaining ethical financial integrity; however, significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The summary of an article that discusses a challenge facing financial managers, other than maintaining ethical financial integrity, is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics
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Chapter 15: Managing Finance and Budgets
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Objectives
Know the elements of a business plan
Be able to interpret a set of organizational financial documents
Understand budgets and explain the uses of budgets
Be able to construct incremental and zero-based budgets
Outline
Business Plans
Financial Statements
Budgets and Budgeting
Operating Budget
Capital Budget
Cash Budget
Zero-based Budget
Implementing and Using Budgets
Using Budgets to Evaluate Organizational Performance
Business Plans
Outline used to launch, maintain, or expand the activities of an organization
9 components
Executive summary
Market analysis
Description of the organization
Ownership and management
Marketing and sales strategy
Description of product, program, or service
Funding needed
Prospective financial data
Appendix
Financial Statements
Convey the financial position of an organization
4 parts:
Income Statement
Balance Sheet
Statement of Cash Flows
Statement of Retained Earnings
Income Statement
Also known as the profit and loss statement
Details the sales, expenses, and net income generated by an organization
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Balance Sheet
Also known as the statement of financial position
3 sections
Assets
Liabilities
Equity
Assets = Liabilities + Equity
Cash Flows
Reconciles changes in cash balances of a business
3 sections
Operating activities
Investing activities
Financing activities
See Figure in text for an example
Retained Earnings
Reconciles the equity section of the balance sheet
4 parts
Beginning equity balance
Net income
Dividends paid
Final equity balance
Budgets
Budget is defined as a comprehensive, detailed plan for achieving an organization’s goals and objectives expressed in monetary terms
Budgets include data which are:
Objective
Measurable
Obtainable
Preparing a Budget
Budget preparation will likely include many revisions.
Approaches to budgeting:
Incremental: based on previous budget
Zero-based: starts with blank slate
Completing a budget should involve input from various levels of personnel (executives to front-line staff)
Types of Budgets
Operating – detailed plans for revenues and expenses
Capital – plan for spending on improvements and additions to property, buildings, or equipment
Cash –detailed estimates of anticipated cash receipts and disbursements
Operating Budget
Contains detailed plans concerning the anticipated revenues and expenses for every product, program, or service delivered
Created at the department or unit level but rolled up into a consolidated operating budget
Operating budgets contain four parts: statistics, revenues, expenses, and pro forma
Operating Budget: Statistics
Contains information related to the expected extent and scope of activities.
3 steps/decisions
1) Output expectations – estimates of the activities of a given department
2) Methodology – the approach used to calculate output expectations
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Week 5 - Final Paper
Evaluation of Corporate Performance
The Final Paper will involve applying the concepts learned in class to an analysis of a company using data from its annual report. Using the concepts from this course, you will analyze the strengths and weaknesses of the company and write a report either recommending or not recommending purchase of the company stock.
Research Tip: The “Mergent” database in the Ashford University Library contains company profiles and financial information for publicly traded companies and their competitors. To access this database enter the Ashford Library and select “Find Articles and More” in the top menu panel. Next, select “Databases A-Z” and go to section “M” for “Mergent”. For help with using Mergent, use Mergent Online Quick Tips.
For help with reading an annual report access this handy guide from Money Chimp.
The completed report should include:
· An introduction to the company, including background information.
· A complete and thorough financial statement review.
· Pro Forma financial statements (Balance Sheet and Income Statement) for the next fiscal year, assuming a 10 percent growth rate in sales and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) for the next year.
· Complete ratio analysis for the last fiscal year using at least two ratios from each of the following categories:
· Liquidity
· Financial leverage
· Asset management
· Profitability
· Market value
· Debt
· Per-Share
· Measures of relative value (P/E, P/B)
· Activity
· Cash Flow
· A calculation of Return on Equity (ROE) using the DuPont system.
· Assessment of management performance by calculating Economic Value Added (EVA).
· A synopsis of your findings, including your recommendations and rationale for whether or not to purchase stock from this company.
· Evaluate the financial risks associated with operating internationally. If your chosen company does not operate internationally, evaluate what the financial risks could be if they were to expand internationally.
The paper
· Must be eight to ten double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages) and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
· Must include a separate title page with the following:
· Title of paper
· Student’s name
· Course name and number
· Instructor’s name
· Date submitted
· Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
· Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
· Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
· Must use at least five scholarly sources, such as the textbook, industry reports, and articles from the Ashford University library to support your findings and recommendations.
· Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
· Must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
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· Total Possible Score: 20.00
· Includes an Introd.
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The final paper will be based on Appendix 6C Illustrative Audit Case: Keystone Computers at pages 237-244 in your text. Write, in outline format but in complete sentences, a 6 to 10 page audit plan. It is recommended that you look at Figure 18.8 on page 708, which shows the control objectives related to accounts receivable.
In your audit plan cover the steps necessary to determine if you should select the client, the internal control procedures which need to be reviewed, the substantive tests [using accounts receivable a guide], and the final reporting steps. Based on the actual facts in the case determine the emphasis you want to place on various accounts. Also reflect back over your entire accounting program and think about how the accounts are interrelated. For example, when allowance for doubtful accounts is credited the offset is to bad debt expense. Therefore one of the steps should be to trace the debit side of the entry to the balance for bad debt expense.
Make your comments as specific as possible. Rather than say look for unusual entries, say look for entries from unusual sources and rounded amounts with focus on those near an accounting cut off. Use precise language. Rather than saying you “vouched accounts payable,” say that you looked at the item to determine that it was a bona fide business expense. Remember to focus on the key audit objectives and support needed after applying the audit risk model.
Remember, the purpose of the Final Paper is for you to culminate the learning achieved in the course by describing your understanding and application of knowledge in the field of accounting.
The Final Paper should focus on real life, real time application of topics covered in this course; the uses you have seen and the uses you can envision. The paper must be submitted to your instructor no later than the last day of class. Earlier submittal is appreciated.
Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
Must be six to ten double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Must include a title page with the following:
Title of paper
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
Must use at least three scholarly sources, including a minimum of one from the Ashford Online Library.
Must docum ...
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Operating Budget
Review the information from your text and at least one scholarly source on capital investment plans.
In a one- to two-page paper, which will be included in your Final Project, explain why your manager or the board would or would not accept a proposal for the capital investment. List at least three arguments that could be used for or against the proposal. In other words, what will the intended audience be looking for when reviewing the proposal?
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Explains Why the Manager or the Board Would or Would Not Accept the Proposal for the Capital Investment
Total: 3.00
Distinguished – Comprehensively explains why the manager or the board would or would not accept the proposal for the capital investment.
Proficient - Explains why the manager or the board would or would not accept the proposal for the capital investment. The explanation may be slightly unbalanced or minor details are missing.
Basic – Partially explains why the manager or the board would or would not accept the proposal for the capital investment. The explanation is unbalanced and/or relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to explain why the manager or the board would or would not accept the proposal for the capital investment; however, the explanation is very unbalanced and significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The explanation of why the manager or the board would or would not accept the proposal for the capital investment is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Lists at Least Three Arguments That Could Be Used for or Against the Proposal
Total: 3.50
Distinguished – Lists and comprehensively describes at least three valid arguments that could be used for or against the proposal. Fully addresses what the intended audience will be looking for when reviewing the proposal.
Proficient - Lists and describes least three mostly valid arguments that could be used for or against the proposal. Addresses what the intended audience will be looking for when reviewing the proposal. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Lists and partially describes three somewhat valid arguments that could be used for or against the proposal. Minimally addresses what the intended audience will be looking for when reviewing the proposal. Relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations – Lists and attempts to describe valid arguments that could be used for or against the proposal; however, fewer than three valid arguments are described and significant details are missing.
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Non-Performance – The description of the arguments that could be used for or against the proposal are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions.
Critical Thinking: Explanation of Issues
Total: 0.50
Distinguished - Clearly and comprehensively explains in detail the issue to be considered, delivering all relevant information necessary for full understanding.
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Week 1 Assignment Grading Guide
Total Possible Score: 8.00
Develops an Introduction With all Six Requirements
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Comprehensively develops an introduction with all six requirements.
Proficient - Develops an introduction with all six requirements. The introduction is slightly underdeveloped.
Basic - Minimally develops an introduction. The introduction is underdeveloped.
Below Expectations - Attempts to develop an introduction; however, the introduction is significantly underdeveloped.
Non-Performance - The introduction is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Identifies at Least Four of the Key Business Goals of the Organization
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Clearly and accurately identifies at least four of the key business goals of the organization.
Proficient - Identifies four of the key business goals of the organization. Minor details are missing, slightly unclear or inaccurate.
Basic - Partially identifies four of the key business goals of the organization. Relevant details are missing, unclear, and/or inaccurate.
Below Expectations - Attempts to identify fewer than four of the key business goals of the organization; however, significant details are missing, unclear, and inaccurate.
Non-Performance - The identification of four of the key business goals of the organization is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Analyzes the Management Technology Innovation (MTI) Capabilities of the Organization
Total: 3.00
Distinguished - Comprehensively analyzes the Management Technology Innovation (MTI) capabilities of the organization.
Proficient - Analyzes the Management Technology Innovation (MTI) capabilities of the organization. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Minimally analyzes the Management Technology Innovation (MTI) capabilities of the organization. Relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to analyze the Management Technology Innovation (MTI) capabilities of the organization; however, significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The analysis of analyze the Management Technology Innovation (MTI) capabilities of the organization is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics
Total: 0.25
Distinguished - Displays meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains no errors and is very easy to understand.
Proficient - Displays comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains only a few minor errors and is mostly easy to understand.
Basic - Displays basic comprehension of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains a few errors which may slightly distract the reader.
Below Expectations - Fails to display basic comprehension of syn.
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For your Final Paper, choose one of the following health care organizations:
· Hospital Corporation of America (HCA)
· Tenet Health System
· Mayo Clinic
· Henry Ford Health System
· Centers for Disease Control (CDC)
· Children’s Miracle Network
· Deborah Heart and Lung Center
· Medtronic
· Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
· National Institutes of Health (NIH)
· Planned Parenthood
· Indian Health Service (IHS)
· Health Markets
Conduct an evaluation of the organization based on strategic planning analysis, which includes the strengths and/or weaknesses that are internal to the organization and opportunities and/or threats external to the organization. Your strategic plan analysis must include at least three strengths and three weaknesses that are internal to the organization and at least three opportunities and three threats that are external to the organization. You must utilize at least five valid sources in your analysis. Examples of valid sources include organizational websites, annual reports, personal interviews with organizational leadership, investigative reports, government reports, and conference transcripts. Your Final Paper must address at least five key areas, concepts, and strategies that are outlined in the course text. These include:
· Internal and external assessments
· Competitive marketing analysis
· Identification of stakeholders
· Overview and assessments of services provided
· Competencies and resource
· Public entities and regulatory requirements
· Demographics served
· Strategic financial planning
· Financial and operational outcomes
· Current and future direction of the organization of choice
Writing the Final Paper
The Final Paper:
1. Must be 8 to 10 double-spaced pages in length, excluding the title and references pages, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
2. Must include a title page with the following:
· Title of paper
· Student’s name
· Course name and number
· Instructor’s name
· Date submitted
3. Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
4. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
5. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
6. Must use at least five scholarly sources, including a minimum of two from the Ashford University Library.
7. Must document all sources in APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
8. Must include a separate reference page that is formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
Carefully review the Grading Rubric (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.
Total Possible Score: 20.00
Introduction
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Thoroughly and comprehensively developed introduction and thesis statement, giving a clear direction and purpose of the paper.
Proficient - Clearly developed introduction .
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company’s financial statements include deferred taxes, postretirement benefits, dilutive
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Capture citations in proper format for everything you read. Alphabetize by author and then proritize sources with the outline.
Check ssrn.com, check UMUC Library - always ask for journal and/or search ideas. Find enough scholarly content to support writing 1.5x-2x your target length.
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*actual observation, 3y moving average, 5y arithmetic avg, YTD avg, geometric mean, trend, standard deviation
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*Cash Flow/Earnings [Unlevered Free Cash Flow, Operating Income, EBITDA, Free Cash Flow to Equity, Cash Conversion Cycle to DSO and Sales growth]
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Buy, Sell or Hold this enterprise at current prices?
How did you assess barrier to entry and/or barrier to exit/liquidation?
What are some possible contingencies/uncertainty that may change your mind in the short-term?
What are some Long-term issues?
Resist the temptation to introduce or argue against "new evidence" . Stay within the scope of your thesis- evidence-discussion.
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*Leverage [financial, operational, debt solvency],
*Cash Flow/Earnings [Unlevered Free Cash Flow, Operating Income, EBITDA, Free Cash Flow to Equity, Cash Conversion Cycle to DSO and Sales growth]
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Use absolute and relative measures of value to rank businesses. See relative positions by earnings yield (EY)and return on capital employed (ROCE)
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Total Possible Score: 7.00
Reports the Amount of Capital Spending for the Past Three Years for the Selected Company and One Direct Competitor
Total: 1.50
Distinguished - Comprehensively reports the amount of capital spending for the past three years for the selected company and one direct competitor. Quantitatively determines whether the amount of spending has been consistent or if it has fluctuated.
Proficient - Reports the amount of capital spending for the past three years for the selected company and one direct competitor. Quantitatively determines whether the amount of spending has been consistent or if it has fluctuated. Minor details are missing from the report or minor inaccuracies are present.
Basic - Partially reports the amount of capital spending for the past three years for the selected company and one direct competitor. Quantitatively determines whether the amount of spending has been consistent or if it has fluctuated. Relevant details are missing from the report or several inaccuracies are present.
Below Expectations - Attempts to report the amount of capital spending for the past three years for the selected company and one direct competitor and quantitatively determine whether the amount of spending has been consistent or if it has fluctuated; however, significant details are missing from the report and/or many inaccuracies are present.
Non-Performance - The report of the capital spending for the two companies is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Describes the Capital Expenditures of Each Firm and the Factors That Impacted the Companies’ Debt Capacities and Capital Structures
Total: 1.50
Distinguished - Comprehensively describes the capital expenditure of each firm and the factors that impacted each firm’s debt capacity and capital structure.
Proficient - Describes the capital expenditure of each firm and the factors that impacted each firm’s debt capacity and capital structure. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Briefly describes the capital expenditure of each firm and the factors that impacted each firm’s debt capacity and capital structure. Relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations - Minimally describes the capital expenditure of each firm and the factors that impacted each firm’s debt capacity and capital structure. Significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The description of the capital expenditure of each firm and the factors that impacted each firm’s debt capacity and capital structure is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the assignment instructions.
Compares the Level of Capital Spending Across the Two Firms
Total: 3.00
Distinguished - Comprehensively compares the capital spending levels of the selected firm and its direct competitor, including how the spending was similar or different. Provides a relevant speculation on why the similarities and/or differences might exist. Support from scholarly sources is includ ...
Case Study Opening Your New Dunkin Donuts LocationsAssumption a.docxDinahShipman862
Case Study: Opening Your New Dunkin Donuts Locations
Assumption and Context:
You have been the manager of a Dunkin Donuts store in the Midwest for the past two years. The store is owned by a Dunkin Donuts franchisee who owns 20 other Dunkin Donuts locations. Your employer took an employee inventory and examined all current employees. It has been noted by the owner that you have a highly successful track record. You have been recognized for doing an exceptional job staffing, leading, training, coaching, and managing people. You have been recognized for successfully managing all key components of your store and have successfully managed key business drivers such as cash, profits, growth, asset utilization and people. In regards to the metrics that are used to measure their stores for sales, quality, and customer service, your store is the top performing store in their system.
Congratulations! You have just been promoted to District Manager! The Dunkin Donuts franchisee sees your growth potential and the growth potential in your geographic area. The owner now has committed significant capital and plans to open five new locations over the next two years. You will be given complete autonomy, authority, and responsibility to structure, staff, and operate these five new locations. You will be playing a key role in this expansion for growth.
Assignment:
Prepare a five-page paper (excluding the title and reference pages), including at least three scholarly sources, in addition to the textbook, formatted according to APA style guidelines as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center. In your paper, explain your chosen job design, organizational design, your recruiting strategy and methods, and your training and performance appraisal process as the new District Manager for Dunkin Donuts.
You must organize your paper using the following section headings and include additional section headings as needed:
Introduction
Job Design
Organizational Design
Recruiting and Selection
Training and Performance Appraisals
Conclusion
Description
:
Total Possible Score
: 15.00
Organization: Introduction, Thesis Statement, and Conclusion
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - The paper is well organized with the introduction that provides sufficient background on the topic, thesis statement, and the conclusion that is logical, smoothly flows from the body of the paper.
Proficient - The paper is organized with the introduction that provides background on the topic, thesis statement, and the conclusion that is logical but not quite smooth.
Basic - The paper is organized with the introduction and the conclusion, but the introduction and/or the conclusion require improvement.
Below Expectations - The paper is loosely organized with the introduction and the conclusion, and the introduction and/or the conclusion require much improvement.
Non-Performance - The introduction and the conclusion are either nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment instructions..
Compensation PhilosophyEvaluate the current compensation phi.docxbartholomeocoombs
Compensation Philosophy
Evaluate the current compensation philosophy for your organization or an organization of your choosing (from a third-person perspective). Write a three-to-five page paper (not including the title and reference pages). Your paper should be written in a scholarly third-person tone; it should be in APA format. In addition to the introduction and conclusion, your paper should address the following:
Evaluate the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees.
Examine key factors within the internal and external environment including the mission and strategic focus of the organization, as well as the financial and cultural aspects of your organization (i.e., they cannot have a compensation philosophy where they “lead” the market if the organization does not have the financial resources) that should influence this philosophy. The proposed philosophy itself should be no more than a short paragraph.
Identify the key factors that should contribute to the organization’s development based on your proposed organizational philosophy.
Remember to write from a third-person perspective. Do not include wording like “my company’s philosophy is …” Instead include wording like “XYZ Company Name’s philosophy is …” Remember to write about the company and the company’s philosophy; do not refer to you or your connection to the company.
In addition to the text, cite at least two scholarly references to support your discussion.
Carefully review the
Grading Rubric (Links to an external site.)
for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.
Grading Rubric:
Total Possible Score
: 7.00
Evaluates the Organization’s Current Compensation Philosophy and Proposes Ways to Enhance or Revamp the Current Compensation Philosophy Organization and Its Employees
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Accurately and thoroughly evaluates the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees.
Proficient - Accurately evaluates the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Evaluates the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees. Relevant details are missing and/or inaccurate.
Below Expectations - Attempts to evaluate the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees; however, significant details are missing .
Compensation PhilosophyEvaluate the current compensation phi.docxannette228280
Compensation Philosophy
Evaluate the current compensation philosophy for your organization or an organization of your choosing (from a third-person perspective). Write a three-to-five page paper (not including the title and reference pages). Your paper should be written in a scholarly third-person tone; it should be in APA format. In addition to the introduction and conclusion, your paper should address the following:
Evaluate the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees.
Examine key factors within the internal and external environment including the mission and strategic focus of the organization, as well as the financial and cultural aspects of your organization (i.e., they cannot have a compensation philosophy where they “lead” the market if the organization does not have the financial resources) that should influence this philosophy. The proposed philosophy itself should be no more than a short paragraph.
Identify the key factors that should contribute to the organization’s development based on your proposed organizational philosophy.
Remember to write from a third-person perspective. Do not include wording like “my company’s philosophy is …” Instead include wording like “XYZ Company Name’s philosophy is …” Remember to write about the company and the company’s philosophy; do not refer to you or your connection to the company.
In addition to the text, cite at least two scholarly references to support your discussion.
Carefully review the
Grading Rubric (Links to an external site.)
for the criteria that will be used to evaluate your assignment.
Grading Rubric:
Total Possible Score
: 7.00
Evaluates the Organization’s Current Compensation Philosophy and Proposes Ways to Enhance or Revamp the Current Compensation Philosophy Organization and Its Employees
Total: 2.00
Distinguished - Accurately and thoroughly evaluates the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees.
Proficient - Accurately evaluates the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Evaluates the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees. Relevant details are missing and/or inaccurate.
Below Expectations - Attempts to evaluate the organization’s current compensation philosophy and propose ways to enhance or revamp the current compensation philosophy to meet the changing needs of the organization and its employees; however, significant details are missing .
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Create a theme study with the University of Phoenix Material .docxstarkeykellye
Create
a theme study with the University of Phoenix Material: Theme Study, using components of interdisciplinary inquires. This theme must incorporate at least two disciplines--arts, math, language arts, science, social science, physical education--and the following components:
Big ideas: Generalizations, principles, laws, or theorems that meet the criteria:
It is true over space and time.
It may broaden the students' understanding of the world and what it means to be human.
It is interdisciplinary.
It may lead to student inquiry.
Questions that drive inquiry: The depths of the questions are in proportion to the interdisciplinary inquiry. Therefore, they should include higher- and lower-thinking orders and processes, including the use of logic, critical thinking, and creating new questions (sub-questions) from what was learned.
Appropriate resources: Print, interviews, field sites, artifacts, visual, audio, experiments, and computer technology
Learning activities: Ways to explore the questions in age-appropriate standards
Learning Outcomes:
Factual content learned: Did they get the big idea?
Processes and skills to be developed: Did the big idea engage intelligences and modes of inquiry?
Intellectual and effective mentalities: Does the big idea develop thinking skills and habits?
Format
your paper consistent with APA guidelines.
.
Create a PowerPoint® Presentation geared toward teaching a you.docxstarkeykellye
Create
a PowerPoint
®
Presentation geared toward teaching a younger person, age 9 to 14 year old, about Judaism. Your presentation must cover each of the following topics:
Relationship with God/Torah
History of Key Sacred Texts
Ten Commandments
Jerusalem
The Nation of Israel
Different Sects of Judaism
The Holocaust
Sacred Practices and Holidays
Judaism today
Include
a minimum of 10 slides.
Include
speaker's notes that describe what you would say if you were actually presenting it to an audience.
Must have crediable references.
.
Create a Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation discussing th.docxstarkeykellye
Create
a Microsoft
®
PowerPoint
®
presentation discussing the nutritional needs during a person's different life stages (childhood, adulthood, pregnancy, lactation, and such). Include the following in your presentation:
Define
nutrient
,
energy
, and
fluid
needs
during each life stage.
Describe nutrients of concern or special concerns during each life stage.
Identify physical activity recommendations during each life stage.
Discuss the following topics for the specified stages of life:
Pregnancy - weight gain recommendations
Lactation - benefits of breastfeeding
Infancy - growth rate
Childhood - helping kids develop healthy eating habits and bodies
Adolescence - helping teens meet nutrient needs.
Adulthood - aging and factors that affect it.
Click
the Assignment Files tab to submit your assignment.
.
Create a 10- to 12-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation with .docxstarkeykellye
Create
a 10- to 12-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation with detailed speaker notes in which you discuss the needs of the special population. Include the following in your presentation:
The name and description of your special population
Issues related to your special population in correctional facilities
The needs of the population in a corrections environment, including an example of reintegration programs
The advantages of having a diverse corrections staff
Format
all citations and references in accordance with APA guidelines.
.
Create a matrix between the pluralistic and elitist perspective. W.docxstarkeykellye
Create
a matrix between the pluralistic and elitist perspective. When differentiating between the two perspectives, provide examples of each perspective. Identify instances of who might fill these roles.
Example: Super PACs (political action committees) from an elitist perspectiveSuper PACs are political committees organized for the purpose of raising and spending money to elect or defeat candidates. Usually, the PACs represent business, labor, or special interest groups. In summary, PACs can give $5,000 to a candidate committee per election and may also give up to $15,000 annually to any national party committee.
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Create a graphic organizer using a Venn diagram, Web diagram, T-.docxstarkeykellye
C
reate
a graphic organizer using a Venn diagram, Web diagram, T-table, flowchart, or outline to summarize the steps in business writing.
Include
various activities completed in each step.
Use
the information provided in Ch. 5 of the text.
Post
the graphic organizer as an attachment.
Click
the Assignment Files tab to submit your assignment.
.
Create a detailed diagram or set of diagrams to show how the lette.docxstarkeykellye
Create
a detailed diagram or set of diagrams to show how the letter
A
is transmitted in an electrical, light, and radio wave. Show the similarities and differences between how data is transmitted in these three processes. Show the layers of the OSI model that are involved with translating the
A
to wave form or light pulses to include coding. Annotate the diagram(s) or add written information to the diagram(s) to explain the processes to a person that is not familiar with the technology.
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Create a concept map using Microsoft® Word or another similar .docxstarkeykellye
Create
a concept map using Microsoft
®
Word or another similar program.
Illustrate how the components of the memory system interrelate. (2) Illustrate the implications of effectively and not effectively encoding information into long-term memory. (3) Illustrate methods to enhance memory
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Create a 4- to 6-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation exa.docxstarkeykellye
Create
a 4- to 6-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation examining prisoners and prisoners with special needs.
Include
the following in the presentation:
A comparison of the demographics and different types of prisoners, including the differences between state and federal prisoners
How do special needs, mentally ill, and substance-abusing prisoners affect the jail and prison systems at state and federal levels?
What would happen if these prisoners were not cared for properly?
Select a prison special offender population and research a program aimed to assist or care for that population.
What are the characteristics of the program? How has the program affected the special offender population in that prison?
Include
speaker notes in your presentation.
.
Create a 15- to 20-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation dis.docxstarkeykellye
Create
a 15- to 20-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation discussing the nutritional needs during a person's different life stages (childhood, adulthood, pregnancy, lactation, and such). Include the following in your presentation:
Define
nutrient
,
energy
, and
fluid
needs
during each life stage.
Describe nutrients of concern or special concerns during each life stage.
Identify physical activity recommendations during each life stage.
Discuss the following topics for the specified stages of life:
Pregnancy - weight gain recommendations
Lactation - benefits of breastfeeding
Infancy - growth rate
Childhood - helping kids develop healthy eating habits and bodies
Adolescence - helping teens meet nutrient needs
Adulthood - aging and factors that affect it
Include
speaker notes that detail the implications of each slide.
.
Create a 15- to 20-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation d.docxstarkeykellye
Create
a 15- to 20-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation discussing the nutritional needs during a person's different life stages (childhood, adulthood, pregnancy, lactation, and such). Include the following in your presentation:
Define
nutrient
,
energy
, and
fluid
needs
during each life stage.
Describe nutrients of concern or special concerns during each life stage.
Identify physical activity recommendations during each life stage.
Discuss the following topics for the specified stages of life:
Pregnancy - weight gain recommendations
Lactation - benefits of breastfeeding
Infancy - growth rate
Childhood - helping kids develop healthy eating habits and bodies
Adolescence - helping teens meet nutrient needs
Adulthood - aging and factors that affect it
Include
speaker notes that detail the implications of each slide.
Include
a reference slide with citations in APA format.
Include
clip art.
.
Create a 12- to 15-slide visual presentation that highlights all f.docxstarkeykellye
Create
a 12- to 15-slide visual presentation that highlights all four sections of your
Action Research Proposal
.
Include
the following in your presentation:
Introductory slide with your name and Action Research Proposal topic -
2 or 3 slides for each section of your Action Research Proposal, highlighting the main points and including speaker notes
Reference slide listing all references used in your Action Research Project
Format
your presentation according to APA guidelines.
.
Create a 10- to 12-slide, multimedia-rich presentation in whic.docxstarkeykellye
Create
a 10- to 12-slide, multimedia-rich presentation in which you provide:
A definition of cybersecurity and further explain how cybersecurity differs from enterprise security
A
timeline of cyber milestones
, including graphics and a brief explanation of the milestone
An explanation of why knowing cyber milestones is important for improving security for the organization's current and future environment
A chart presenting
4 strategies that could be used to determine the organization's current security environment,
the impact of the strategy, and resources (personnel, finances, etc.)
Your presentation should also include:
Speaker notes
At least 2 references to support the presented facts/etc. Format your citations according to APA guidelines.
Note:
"Multimedia-rich" presentation typically means including several of the following: appropriate charts, graphics, video or audio samples, or images
.
Create a 10- to 12-slide presentation comparing 2 of the follo.docxstarkeykellye
Create
a 10- to 12-slide presentation comparing
2
of the following branches of Christianity:
Catholic
Orthodox
Protestant
Include
a brief history of the 2 religious traditions and a comparison of their approaches to the Bible. Some concepts to include are:
Examples of art
Central symbols of the faith
Rituals and core beliefs
The role of ethics in their faith
Write detailed speaker notes for each slide of your presentation.
.
Create a 10- to 12-slide presentation, with speaker notes, to a no.docxstarkeykellye
Create
a 10- to 12-slide presentation, with speaker notes, to a nonfinancial audience explaining how increasing scrutiny and demand for accountability by the public has influenced reporting for governmental entities.
Explain
why governments use fund accounting.
Analyze
the importance of budget and control of government resources.
Explain
how the GASB revenue and expense recognition model may improve the usefulness of the information governments report to the public.
Format
references according to APA guidelines.
Submit
your assignment
.
Create a 10- to 12-slide presentation comparing 2 of the f.docxstarkeykellye
Create
a 10- to 12-slide presentation comparing
2
of the following branches of Christianity: Write detailed speaker notes for each slide of your presentation.
Catholic
Orthodox
Protestant
Include
a brief history of the 2 religious traditions and a comparison of their approaches to the Bible. Some concepts to include are:
Examples of art
Central symbols of the faith
Rituals and core beliefs
Ethics role in the faith
.
Create a 10- to 12-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation t.docxstarkeykellye
Create
a 10- to 12-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation that includes the following:
The definition of
assessment
A contrast of three different types of assessments
An example and an explanation of how each assessment is used by organizations or institutions of learning
Include
speaker notes to help the audience understand your rationale, and
include
at least two references.
.
Create a 10- to 12-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation o.docxstarkeykellye
Create
a 10- to 12-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation outlining the current status of your dissertation proposal (Chs. 1-3). Include the following content slides in your presentation:
The problem statement
The purpose statement
Research questions
Summary of the review of literature
Research method and design
Population to be investigated
Sampling criteria
Data collection procedure
Data to be analyzed
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Create a 10- to 12-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation i.docxstarkeykellye
Create
a 10- to 12-slide Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation in which you compare two juvenile diversion, intervention, or prevention programs operating in your city or state. Include the following:
How do the programs work to reduce juvenile crime?
What are the programs' major goals, objectives, and core beliefs?
How do community-based programs address issues related to juvenile gang violence?
What is the role of law enforcement in the programs?
Who are the key participants in these programs?
What services do they provide to juveniles?
Which of the two programs is more effective at reducing juvenile crime? Why?
Format
your presentation consistent with APA guidelines.
Submit
your assignment.
.
Create a 10- to 12-slide (not including title and reference slides) .docxstarkeykellye
Create a 10- to 12-slide (not including title and reference slides) Microsoft® PowerPoint® comparing two of the following branches of Christianity:
Catholic
Orthodox
Protestant
Include a brief history of the two traditions and a comparison of their approaches to the Bible, art, specific symbols, and rituals as well as core beliefs, and ethics. You might consider visiting one or more of these churches in person or exploring church websites to add your own experiences. Use 2-3 credible sources as references for the assignment.
Present your Christianity presentation.
Write detailed speaker notes for each of the slides.
—Microsoft® PowerPoint® presentation. Cite sources in the speaker notes in APA format.
-Format your assignment according to appropriate course-level APA guidelines.
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A Strategic Approach: GenAI in EducationPeter Windle
Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies such as Generative AI, Image Generators and Large Language Models have had a dramatic impact on teaching, learning and assessment over the past 18 months. The most immediate threat AI posed was to Academic Integrity with Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) focusing their efforts on combating the use of GenAI in assessment. Guidelines were developed for staff and students, policies put in place too. Innovative educators have forged paths in the use of Generative AI for teaching, learning and assessments leading to pockets of transformation springing up across HEIs, often with little or no top-down guidance, support or direction.
This Gasta posits a strategic approach to integrating AI into HEIs to prepare staff, students and the curriculum for an evolving world and workplace. We will highlight the advantages of working with these technologies beyond the realm of teaching, learning and assessment by considering prompt engineering skills, industry impact, curriculum changes, and the need for staff upskilling. In contrast, not engaging strategically with Generative AI poses risks, including falling behind peers, missed opportunities and failing to ensure our graduates remain employable. The rapid evolution of AI technologies necessitates a proactive and strategic approach if we are to remain relevant.
June 3, 2024 Anti-Semitism Letter Sent to MIT President Kornbluth and MIT Cor...Levi Shapiro
Letter from the Congress of the United States regarding Anti-Semitism sent June 3rd to MIT President Sally Kornbluth, MIT Corp Chair, Mark Gorenberg
Dear Dr. Kornbluth and Mr. Gorenberg,
The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
This Congress will not stand idly by and allow an environment hostile to Jewish students to persist. The House believes that your institution is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the inability or
unwillingness to rectify this violation through action requires accountability.
Postsecondary education is a unique opportunity for students to learn and have their ideas and beliefs challenged. However, universities receiving hundreds of millions of federal funds annually have denied
students that opportunity and have been hijacked to become venues for the promotion of terrorism, antisemitic harassment and intimidation, unlawful encampments, and in some cases, assaults and riots.
The House of Representatives will not countenance the use of federal funds to indoctrinate students into hateful, antisemitic, anti-American supporters of terrorism. Investigations into campus antisemitism by the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on Ways and Means have been expanded into a Congress-wide probe across all relevant jurisdictions to address this national crisis. The undersigned Committees will conduct oversight into the use of federal funds at MIT and its learning environment under authorities granted to each Committee.
• The Committee on Education and the Workforce has been investigating your institution since December 7, 2023. The Committee has broad jurisdiction over postsecondary education, including its compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, campus safety concerns over disruptions to the learning environment, and the awarding of federal student aid under the Higher Education Act.
• The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is investigating the sources of funding and other support flowing to groups espousing pro-Hamas propaganda and engaged in antisemitic harassment and intimidation of students. The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is the principal oversight committee of the US House of Representatives and has broad authority to investigate “any matter” at “any time” under House Rule X.
• The Committee on Ways and Means has been investigating several universities since November 15, 2023, when the Committee held a hearing entitled From Ivory Towers to Dark Corners: Investigating the Nexus Between Antisemitism, Tax-Exempt Universities, and Terror Financing. The Committee followed the hearing with letters to those institutions on January 10, 202
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For your Final Project, you will create a capital investment plan pr.docx
1. For your Final Project, you will create a capital investment plan
proposal utilizing the health care business you selected in Week
One as well as the answers to the Basic Information questions.
Refer to the websites for
Sample Business Plans
. Create a capital investment plan proposal for your health care
company that includes the following sections:
Executive Summary: This section is a concise, one- to two-
page/slide summary of a business report. It restates the purpose
of the report, highlights the major points of the report, and
describes any results, conclusions, or recommendations from the
report.
Service and/or Equipment Description: This section should be at
least one page/slide. Describe the service or equipment
suggested in the business proposal and the reasons why this is
socially and politically beneficial for the community in meeting
consumer demands.
Establishing the Team: This section should be at least one
page/slide and include a chart that illustrates the structure of the
capital investment team. In addition, provide a summary of
your team (background, responsibilities, etc.).
Key Strategic Goals: This section should be at least one page
and include specific funding sources for the capital investment.
Financial Analysis: Projected income statement and types of
assumptions made to compute the figures.
Typical income statement assumption information
requirements. Initial investment
What types of revenue will be generated from the capital
investment? Will insurance reimburse? If so, discuss the
impact of the various reimbursements (e.g., Medicare,
Medicaid, private, or self-pay).
How many services will be offered to produce the revenue (by
month)? Look at patient days.
How much labor will be required (FTEs)?
2. What will the labor cost?
How many (and what types of) supplies and/or devices will be
required to offer the service?
What will the supplies, drugs, and/or devices cost?
How much space will be required? Are renovation costs
involved?
What will the required space occupancy cost?
What is the life of the equipment (if applicable) and the cost of
maintaining the equipment?
Cash flows:
Payback period
Internal rate of return
Assume discount rate of 8% and 6% respectively for comparison
purposes.
Submit your proposal using a presentation tool such as
PowerPoint. Your Capital Investment Plan Proposal should
include a title page/slide and table of contents (section names
and page numbers). In addition, include detailed speaker notes
that are grammatically correct. You may also submit a written
report to go along with your presentation, but you should still
include detailed speaker notes.
Completing the Final Project
The Final Project:
Must be 8 to 10 double-spaced pages/slides in length, and
formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford
Writing Center.
Must include a title page/slide with the following:
Title of project
Student’s name
Course name and number
Instructor’s name
Date submitted
Must begin with a succinct thesis statement.
Must address the topic of the project with critical thought.
3. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
Must use at least four scholarly sources that are cited according
to APA format as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center..
Must include a separate reference page/slidethat is formatted
according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing
Center.
Grading Rubic
Total Possible Score
: 30.00
Organization: Introduction, Thesis Statement, and Conclusion
Total: 1.00
Distinguished - The paper is logically organized with a well-
written introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion.
Proficient -The paper is logically organized with an
introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. One of these
requires improvement.
Basic - The paper is organized with an introduction, thesis
statement, and conclusion. One or more of the introduction,
thesis statement, and/or conclusion require improvement.
Below Expectations - The paper is loosely organized with an
introduction, thesis statement, and conclusion. The introduction,
thesis statement, and/or conclusion require much improvement.
Non-Performance - The introduction, thesis statement, and
conclusion are either nonexistent or lack the components
described in the assignment instructions.
Executive Summary
Total: 2.50
Distinguished – Provides a thorough and concise executive
summary, includes the purpose of the report, highlights all
major points of the report, and describes all results,
conclusions, or recommendations from the report.
Proficient - Provides an executive summary, includes the
purpose of the report, highlights all major points of the report,
and describes all results, conclusions, or recommendations from
4. the report. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Provides a limited executive summary, includes the
purpose of the report, highlights some major points of the
report, and describes some results, conclusions, or
recommendations from the report. Relevant details are missing.
Below Expectations – Attempts to provide an executive
summary; however, one or more of the following elements are
not included: the purpose of the report, major points of the
report, and description of results, conclusions, or
recommendations from the report or significant details are
missing.
Non-Performance - The executive summary is either nonexistent
or lacks the components described in the assignment
instructions.
Service or Equipment Description
Total: 3.50
Distinguished – Comprehensively describes the service or
equipment suggested in the business proposal and the reasons
why this is socially and politically beneficial for the community
in meeting consumer demands.
Proficient – Describes the service or equipment suggested in the
business proposal and the reasons why this is socially and
politically beneficial for the community in meeting consumer
demands.
Basic – Partially describes the service or equipment suggested
in the business proposal and some reasons why it is beneficial
for the community in meeting consumer demands. Minor details
are missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to describe the service or
equipment suggested in the business proposal and some reasons
why it is beneficial for the community in meeting consumer
demands; however, significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The description of the service or equipment
is either nonexistent or lacks the components described in the
assignment instructions.
Establishing the Team
5. Total: 4.00
Distinguished – Thoroughly summarizes the background and
responsibilities of the team. Includes a chart that
comprehensively illustrates the structure of the capital
investment team and indicates at least three levels of
management.
Proficient - Summarizes the background and responsibilities of
the team. Includes a chart that illustrates the structure of the
capital investment team and indicates three levels of
management. Minor details are missing.
Basic - Partially summarizes the background and
responsibilities of the team. Includes a chart that vaguely
illustrates the structure of the capital investment team and
indicates three levels of management. Relevant details are
missing.
Below Expectations – Attempts to summarize the background
and responsibilities of the team; however, a chart that illustrates
the structure of the capital investment team and indicates the
levels of management is not included or significant details are
missing.
Non-Performance - The summary and the chart are either
nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment
instructions.
Strategic Goals
Total: 4.00
Distinguished - Specifies at least four strategic goals and fully
includes specific funding sources for the capital investment.
Proficient - Specifies four strategic goals and includes specific
funding sources for the capital investment. Minor details are
missing.
Basic - Specifies four strategic goals and minimally includes
funding sources for the capital investment. Relevant details are
missing.
Below Expectations - Attempts to specify strategic goals;
6. however, fewer than four goals are specified, the specific
funding sources for the capital investment are not included,
and/or significant details are missing.
Non-Performance - The goals and funding sources are either
nonexistent or lack the components described in the assignment
instructions.
Financial Analysis
Total: 5.00
Distinguished - A complete financial analysis is provided that
exceeds the minimum factors in the assignment.
Proficient - A financial analysis is provided that includes many
of the factors in the assignment.
Basic - A financial analysis is provided that includes some of
the factors in the assignment.
Below Expectations - The financial analysis provided neglects
to include most of the factors in the assignment.
Non-Performance - The financial analysis is either nonexistent
or lacks the components described in the assignment
instructions.
Cash Flow Calculations
Total: 5.00
Distinguished – All calculations are accurate and all inclusive.
Calculations are presented clearly and succinctly using an
electronic spreadsheet to comprehensively evaluate results.
Proficient - Calculations are mostly accurate and inclusive to
further evaluate results. Results are shown using an electronic
spreadsheet. A few inaccuracies are present.
Basic - Calculations are partially accurate, but may only
represent a segment of the calculations required to
comprehensively evaluate results. Electronic spreadsheet is not
used to show results and some inaccuracies are present.
Below Expectations - Attempts to provide calculations;
however, the calculations do not represent the calculations
required to comprehensively evaluate results. Results are not
shown using an electronic spreadsheet and several inaccuracies
are present.
7. Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or
lacks the components described in the instructions.
Power Point Presentation
Total: 0.75
Distinguished - A comprehensive and professional PowerPoint
presentation containing detailed speaker’s notes is provided for
the Capital Investment Plan Proposal.
Proficient - A professional PowerPoint presentation containing
speaker’s notes is provided for the Capital Investment Plan
Proposal. Speaker’s notes are missing minor details.
Basic -The PowerPoint presentation containing speaker’s notes
is provided and includes some of the information to present the
Capital Investment Plan Proposal. Speaker’s notes are missing
relevant details.
Below Expectations -The PowerPoint presentation does not
contain most of the information to present the Capital
Investment Plan Proposal. Speaker’s notes are not included.
Non-Performance - The PowerPoint presentation and speaker’s
notes are either nonexistent or lack the components described in
the assignment instructions.
Integrative Learning: Connections to Discipline
Total: 1.00
Distinguished - Autonomously synthesizes or draws conclusions
by combining examples, facts, or theories from multiple
disciplines.
Proficient - Autonomously correlates examples, facts, or
theories from multiple disciplines.
Basic -Attempts to correlate examples, facts, or theories from
multiple disciplines.
Below Expectations - Student, when prompted, displays
inconsistent examples, facts, or theories from multiple
disciplines.
Non-Performance -The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks
the components described in the instructions.
Critical Thinking: Explanation of Issues
Total: 0.75
8. Distinguished - Clearly and comprehensively explains in detail
the issue to be considered, delivering all relevant information
necessary for full understanding.
Proficient -Clearly explains in detail the issue to be considered,
delivering enough relevant information for an adequate
understanding.
Basic - Briefly recognizes the issue to be considered, delivering
minimal information for a basic understanding.
Below Expectations - Briefly recognizes the issue to be
considered, but may not deliver additional information
necessary for a basic understanding.
Non-Performance -The assignment is either nonexistent or lacks
the components described in the instructions.
Written Communication: Control of Syntax and Mechanics
Total: 0.75
Distinguished - Displays meticulous comprehension and
organization of syntax and mechanics, such as spelling and
grammar. Written work contains no errors, and is very easy to
understand.
Proficient - Displays comprehension and organization of syntax
and mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written work
contains only a few minor errors, and is mostly easy to
understand.
Basic - Displays basic comprehension of syntax and mechanics,
such as spelling and grammar. Written work contains a few
errors, which may slightly distract the reader.
Below Expectations - Fails to display basic comprehension of
syntax or mechanics, such as spelling and grammar. Written
work contains major errors, which distract the reader.
Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or
lacks the components described in the instructions.
APA Format
Total: 0.50
Distinguished -Accurately uses APA formatting consistently
throughout the paper, title and reference page.
Proficient -Exhibits APA formatting throughout the paper.
9. However, layout contains a few minor errors.
Basic - Exhibits basic knowledge of APA formatting throughout
the paper. However, layout does not meet all APA requirements.
Below Expectations - Fails to exhibit basic knowledge of APA
formatting. There are frequent errors, making the layout
difficult to distinguish as APA.
Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or
lacks the components described in the instructions.
Page Requirement
Total: 0.50
Distinguished - The paper meets the specific page requirement
stipulated in the assignment description.
Proficient - The paper closely meets the page requirement
stipulated in the assignment description.
Basic - The paper meets over half of the page requirement.
Below Expectations - A fraction of the page requirement is
completed.
Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or
lacks the components described in the instructions.
Reference Requirement
Total: 0.75
Distinguished - Provides ample resources and uses the correct
number of sources from the specified search agents.
Proficient -Provides the approximate number of sources, while
using some of the correct search agents specified in the
assignment instructions.
Basic - Provides over half of the sources required in the
assignment instructions.
Below Expectations - Provides inadequate number of resources
and does not include sources from specified search agents.
Non-Performance - The assignment is either nonexistent or
lacks the components described in the instructions.