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IND501 M1.5 Assignment Rubric Criteria Exceeds Expectations Meets Expectations Progressing toward Expectations Needs Improvement Unacceptable 35-32 points 31-28 points 27-21 points 21-1 points Personal code of ethics You clearly and fully describe your values and personal code; you provide a list and an explanation of your ethical principles. You describe your values and personal code; you provide a list and summary of your ethical principles. You briefly describe your values; you provide a brief list of your ethical principles. Additional details are needed to help explain your principles. You provide a minimum description of your values and principles. Major points are missing or are unclear. Criterion not addressed. No submission. Does not adhere to Academic Honesty Policy. 25 – 23 points 22-20 19-17 points 16-1 points 0 points Application of ethical principles to make sound ethical decisions You use your ethical code and principles to provide a detailed and insightful explanation of how your code will help you to make sound ethical decisions. You provide specific examples to explain your code and how you would apply it. You use your ethical code and principles to provide an explanation of how your code will help you to make sound ethical decisions. You provide examples to explain your code and how you would apply it. Minor points require further development. You use your ethical code and principles to explain how your code will help you to make sound ethical decisions. Your explanation is incomplete. Examples only indirectly explain your code and how you would apply it. You use your ethical code and principles to explain how your code will help you to make sound ethical decisions. Your explanation is oversimplified or demonstrates misconceptions between ethical principles and practice. Examples, if provided, do not clearly support your code and how you would apply it Criterion not addressed. No submission. Does not adhere to Academic Honesty Policy. 15– 14 points 13-12 points 11-9 points 8-1 points 0 points Connection of course materials to code You clearly and thoroughly describe the benefits of learning about your own discipline’s code of ethics and those of the panelists and how it helped you create your own ethical code. You describe the benefits of learning about your own discipline’s code of ethics and those of the panelists and how it helped you create your own ethical code. Minor points need further development. You provide a general description of the benefits of learning about your own discipline’s code of ethics and those of the panelists and how it helped you create your own ethical code. Your description is not fully developed, and more information is needed for the reader. You provide a brief description of the benefits of learning about ...
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--please explore the social needs of the child's development.
Social Needs: For social needs, use Erikson's psychosocial theory of development.
ALL students should also explore how multi-cultural factors have impacted the area of development you are exploring (i.e., ethnicity, race, gender, socioeconomic status, ableism, religion, sexual orientation and other sub-cultural influences such as military). There are two optional videos in the learning module that will help you think about culture more deeply and generate ideas about possible areas/questions to explore with your interviewee.
Quality posts will integrate material from the textbook to support your analysis of the child's development. All material from the textbook should be cited in APA style. Students should define psychological terms and concepts used; assume your audience is not familiar with developmental psychology.
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Infectious DiseasesNameCourseInstructorDateIntrodu
Infectious Diseases
Name
Course
Instructor
Date
Introduction
Infectious infections have created increased attention.
Covid-19 is the most recent challenges caused by infectious diseases.
https://idpjournal.biomedcentral.com/
Introduction
Infectious infections have created increased attention, especially after several outbreaks and pandemics that altered human health globally. Covid-19 and the related infections are the most recent challenges caused by infectious diseases affecting the whole world. This presentation illustrates common infectious diseases in the nature they are caused, their diagnosis, treatment, and possible prevention methods. It shall also describe the common symptoms of infectious diseases and when to seek medical attention.
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Overview
Overview
Infectious diseases have attracted increased attention globally because of their various occurrence. Its symptoms range from mild to severe, and the treatment and management depend on the cause of infection. Infectious diseases are caused by several pathogens, such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi, to mention a few. Transmission of pathogens in humans happens in numerous ways, including direct transmission through contact, water, and foodborne infections. Infection from insects such as ticks and mosquitoes can also effectively transmit pathogens.
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Infectious diseases have numerous occurrences.
Symptoms range from mild to severe.
Pathogens include bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi.
Transmission include through contact, water and food, and insects.
Individuals with a higher risk of infectious diseases
All individuals are at risk of contracting infectious diseases.
Individuals with compromised immune systems are at higher risk.
They include;
People with suppressed immunities.
People unvaccinated for certain infectious diseases
Children and healthcare workers.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9axOFtPqS0c
Individuals with a higher risk of infectious diseases
All individuals are at risk of contracting infectious diseases. However, individuals with compromised immune systems are at higher risk of getting infectious diseases. Individuals at higher risks of getting infectious diseases include; people with suppressed immunities, such as patients of cancer, HIV, and recent organ transmissions. People unvaccinated for certain infectious diseases are also considered at higher risk of getting infectious diseases. Other individuals at higher risks of getting infectious diseases are children and healthcare workers.
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How Common are infectious diseases?
How Common are infectious diseases?
Infectious diseases are common worldwide. Some infectious diseases are more common and strike more often than others. For instance, infections caused by E. coli are common and may not require medications because they may cause mild signs of complications. In the United States, a fifth of the population is infected with influenza annually. This indicates that infectiou ...
Individual Focused Learning for Better Memory Retention Through
Individual Focused Learning for Better Memory Retention Through Experience
CONFIDENTIAL
GCU – For Internal Use Only
1
Literature Review: Background to the Problem
10/9/2019
Cognitive theory focuses on experiences in three looping processes, comprehension, memory, and application
According to Goossens (2020), cognitive theories in learning is affected by biology, environment, and social constructs
Bottom-up and top-down influences define experience of learning and thus memory and its retention (Tyng et al., 2017)
Comprehension is interpretative with different people and methodologies of gaining skills require support for better retention of knowledge (Ford et al., 2020)
CONFIDENTIAL
GCU – For Internal Use Only
Objective:
The outline on this slide is used in the Prospectus to develop the Background of the Study in Chapter 1 and the Background of the Problem Space in Chapter 2.
Slide Requirements:
Use either a bulleted format or table format
Describe what is already understood about the problem - Historically, memory retention is dependent on biology, social determinants, and educational roles (Berger et al., 2012)
Present findings from prior research related to the history of the problem space – individual are unique by circumstances, cognition development is different for each person hence memory retention and its experiences are unique. In education sector today, curriculum caters to meeting outcomes of the larger group with less focus on individual pace of learning.
Focus on:
When the problem started – generalization of education and learning environment through general curriculum tends to segregate some learners
What has been discovered about the problem - According to Tyng et al. (2017), “the effects of emotion on learning and memory are not always univalent” it points to the fact that progression is a personal journey such that how learning is understood is directly linked to how it is taught, the environment it is taught in, and the emotional attachments of information processing. Therefore, productivity in learning can only be attained by training and task definition which can be versatile form one person to another.
The current state of the problem – Development of separate special classes for students with learning challenge is beneficial but with poor education systems, the program could be detrimental for the future especially in self teaching learners. With guidance for retention of knowledge being a taught skill, ineffective environments and lack of support could be detrimental especially to disadvantaged communities
Support information with APA compliant in-text citations in your slide, and then make sure to include the full reference for the citation in the List of References slide (last slide of this presentation)
2
Literature Review: Problem Space
10/9/2019
Perception plays a very important role in motivating learners
It is build on the foundation of the dynamics of instructor-student relationship hence role ...
Infectious diseases projectThis project is PowerPoint, or a pa
Infectious diseases project
This project is PowerPoint, or a paper and is the mandatory 10% LIRN.
1- Guidelines for the Project: It could be either a PPT or a paper academic style
- Include name of the disease and student(s) name
- The paper must have academic style (you pick it)
- The PPT must have a minimum of 8 slides, do not type many lines in one slide make it easy to follow, add photos.
Either for the PPT or the paper, this work should have all of the following aspects about your disease: (Write each topic in the order given)
· Name the infectious disease.
· Mention the organism(s) that cause the disease.
· Pick the most common organism that causes the disease and tell about the organism: Classification of the organism, organism’s habitat, general characteristics and virulence factors of the organism (Include pictures of the microorganism (bacteria, virus, helminth).
· About the disease:
· Write how is the disease transmitted, what is the portal(s) of entry and, where does it cause problems in humans’ body (what organs or system(s) are affected.
· Signs and symptoms (include pictures of them).
· Diagnosis and Treatment.
· Prevention.
· Epidemiology: Include cases in U.S. and/or where is mostly present, who gets affected (kids, women, men, all), and it there are cases of nosocomial infections or not and why.
· References
WHOEVER HAS NOT PICKED UP A TOPIC NEEDS TO SEND ME AN EMAIL WITH THE TOPIC YOU CHOSE.
The style for the PPT or paper you decide it, just do it academically acceptable and interesting.
Due Date: 10/24/2021
Project assignments
Bacteria
Topic
Student
Paper
Presentation/PPT
1
Viral lung infections
Maylin, Eddy
Picked
2
Tuberculosis
3
folliculitis
4
Streptococcal skin diseases
5
Conjuctivitis
6
Trachoma and STD by C. trachomatis
7
Botulism
8
Meningitis
9
Tetanus
Enny
Picked
10
Peptic ulcers
11
Foodborne infections: Salmonellosis,
12
Amebiasis, or Taenia
13
Upper UTI’s
14
Lower UTI’s
15
HPV
16
Bacterial vaginosis
17
Gonorrhea
18
HSV-1, HSV-2
19
Syphilis
20
Sepsis
21
Zyca
22
Malaria
23
Endocarditis
24
Chikungunya
25
Yellow fever, or dengue
26
HIV,
27
Mononucleosis
28
Ebola,
29
Rabies
30
Prions
31
African sleeping sickness
32
Hepatitis
33
Lyme disease
34
COVID19
35
C. dif
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Assignment: Psychotherapy for Clients With Addictive Disorders
Addictive disorders can be particularly challenging for clients. Not only do these disorders typically interfere with a client’s ability to function in daily life, but they also often manifest as negative and sometimes criminal behaviors. Sometime clients with addictive disorders also suffer from other mental health issues, creating even greater struggles for them to overcome. In your role, you have the opportunity to help clients address their addictions and improve outcomes for both the clients and their families.
To prepare:
· Review this week’s Learning Re ...
Individual Project You are a business analyst in a publicly-tr
Individual Project You are a business analyst in a publicly-traded company. Your team is working with
stakeholders regarding options for expansion. The company must decide at least two possible countries
for expansion based on specific criteria. Your job is to present a report to identify the following
information. First, you will identify the countries where this company is currently operating. Next, you
will identify and then analyze at least two possible countries for expansion based on specific criteria
using a minimum of 10 distinct class concepts, such as: Formal and informal institutions in those
countries International trade and trade barriers Whether FDI is attractive or unattractive Foreign
exchange opportunities/issues Whether regional integration is present and how this may impact
expansion Possible modes of entry with recommendations Discuss marketing/HR items of note to
successfully operate in the new country The report should contain a minimum of 1,500 words, excluding
cover page/references section, and should follow the most current edition of APA formatting. The
report should contain a minimum of five citations to at least five distinct references used. You must
provide a reference list at the end of the report in addition to including in-text citations in the body of
the report to identify where resources are used. Instructors determine the due date for this project
during the week it is assigned. In the alternative, this assignment may be given as a group project as
determined by the instructor. Individual project is worth 250 points. It is due to the appropriate Dropbox
in Week 8.
...
Individual DifferencesSelf-Awareness and Working wit
Individual Differences
Self-Awareness and Working with Others
Dr.Nathanson
1
1
Individual Differences at Work
We seek to understand people in order to develop insight into our own behavior, and the behavior of others, and to respond in effective ways in work settings.
Insight
Effective Interactions
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PersonalityWho are you, and why do you behave the way that you do?the combination of stable physical and mental characteristics that give an individual his or her identitystable over time, stable across situationsunique set of complex, interacting characteristics“Habits of Response”
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Personality (cont.)Origins of personality?genetics (nature)early life experience (nurture)modeling, reinforcement, stability of context, family dynamicsImpact of personality at work?Person x Situation interactionorganizations are “strong situations”dependent on culture, job, group factors
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Personality (cont.)“Big Five” Personality Dimensionsdecades of research and theoretical discussions of personality --> dozens of personality dimensions1970’s and 1980’s: statistical methods (e.g., factor analysis) provided a “clearer picture”conscientiousness, extroversion, openness to experience, neuroticism, agreeablenessonly moderate predictors
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Group exerciseEach group member should discuss their profile, i.e are they high or low or in the middle for each of the Big 5 elements.
Then the group should discuss on average what the group personality is like.
Select a group leader and report to the class.
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Personality (cont.)Locus of Controlan individual’s sense of control over his/her life, the environment, and external eventsHigh Internal LOCtask-oriented, innovative, proactive, self-confidentHigh External LOCsensitive to social cues, anxious changes with strong situational cues
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Personality (cont.)Tolerance for Ambiguityextent to which individuals are threatened by or have difficulty coping with ambiguity, uncertainty, unpredictability, complexity…High Tolerance for Ambiguitycan handle more informationbetter at transmitting informationmore adaptivesensitive to other’s characteristics
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Personality (cont.)Do organizations have personalities?SAS TheoryB. Schneiderthrough the combined processes of selection, attrition, and socialization, organizations create a culture with a “stable personality”implications?
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Emotionscomplex, patterned, organismic reactions to how we think we are doing in our efforts to survive and flourish; goal orientedbiological, psychological, socialgoal oriented: related to our ability to achieve what we wantnegative emotions: triggered by frustration (anger, jealousy)positive emotions: triggered by attainment (pride, happiness)
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Emotional IntelligencePredictive of “star performance”: who does well, who gets aheadDaniel Goleman: Working with Emotional Intelligencebased on research in 500+ organizationsmore important in predicting success than technical skills or IQHigh “EQ”: works well ...
Individual Project I-21. TitleTechnology Management Plan
Individual Project I-2
1. Title
Technology Management Plan
2. Introduction
You have been selected to be the acting CIO for a subsidiary of Largo Corporation called Rustic Americana. Its primary products include arts and crafts that reflect the history, geography, folklore and cultural heritage of the United States. It specializes in direct marketing and sales through its call center. Sales are through a web store, a brick and mortar store, and a direct mail catalogue. All services are housed under one roof that include warehousing, order fulfillment, shipping, corporate management and operations, and the call center. The success of the company hinges on its eye-catching direct mail catalogue and the unique product line.
Unfortunately, annual sales have declined over the years due largely due to internal issues. The previous CIO was terminated some say due to incompetence primarily related to the underperforming call center. In addition, speculation swirled around the activities of the CIO. He was often absent from the building. He secluded himself behind the closed door of his office. Associated rumors mounted, and it was believed that he was running a consulting business on company time. When the Rustic Americana CEO asked him about this during a formal review, the CIO answered that it was a weekend hobby that kept him abreast of emerging technologies. The CEO asked him if one of their competitors was a client and he vehemently denied the accusation. She was certain that the CIO was not being entirely truthful with her.
Call Center Operations
Managing a call center demands a wide range of skills including managerial, troubleshooting, patience and being cool under pressure. Knowledge of computer and communications skills is helpful but most call centers have a technical support division. The call center manager is Prisha Khan – she has been in the job for about 2 months.
The customer service representative (CSR) in the call center responds to a call for product. On the customer management system (CMS), the CSR collects and directly enters customer information; on a separate inventory management system (IMS), the CSR looks up the product, and verifies if the warehouse has it in stock. If it does, the order is entered on the CMS, and the CSR decreases the inventory on the IMS. On the CMS, the CSR creates an order fulfillment ticket that is automatically shuttled to the warehouse processing clerk who prints it and then generates the shipping label. The shipping label is prepared through a web-based system through either UPS or USPS, which also produces a tracking number used by both the company and the customer. The processing clerk enters the shipping costs and tracking number into the CMS. The customer is billed when the order ships.
The warehouse crew uses bar code scanners to track merchandise; once the order is selected, it moves along a conveyor to a shipping clerk who packages the order, affixes the shipping label, sca ...
Individual Case Study – ChipotleBUSI 690 – Policy and Stra
Individual Case Study – Chipotle
BUSI 690 – Policy and Strategy in Global Competition
1
CHIPOTLE
Individual Case Study – Chipotle
Executive Summary
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is one of the leading quick-service restaurant chains in the US and
operates 2,622 restaurants. The company’s existing strategy and business model indicate that it
operates firm-owned restaurants and focuses on delivering high-quality food at low prices
everyday to customers. The company has been successful but faces numerous complaints
regarding food contamination. This report presents a new mission statement appropriate for its
businesses and carries an internal analysis of the company. Based on the internal and financial
analysis, two alternative strategies have been proposed, and projections based on the
recommended strategy to open up new casual dining restaurants in the US are presented in this
report. It is suggested that the new strategy will increase the company’s profitability and generate
a positive net present value.
Existing Mission, Objectives, and Strategies
The company’s existing mission is “food with integrity” [CITATION Chi201 \l 1033 ] which
implies that it ensures that its supplies are from sustainable sources without the use of chemicals
that could have harmful effects on humans. The primary goal of the company is to “focus on safe
and delicious food made with better ingredients” [CITATION Chi202 \l 1033 ]. Its strategy
remained to have a small menu that offers limited choices of healthy, nutritious, and good quality
food items at competitively low prices. Furthermore, its focus is on expanding the network on its
restaurants in the United States until recently, as the company has launched its online and mobile
food ordering systems. It relies on providing efficient customer service and carrying out strong
advertising and marketing programs to communicate with customers and increase its sales.
2
CHIPOTLE
A New Mission Statement
The new mission statement of Chipotle is to (1) serve customers (2) healthy and delicious food
(3) without boundaries (4) by using sustainable food production technologies (5) and consistently
growing its business (6) by expanding its network and following ethical practices (7) and
challenging its competitors (8) by giving best quality food and value and services (9) by its
highly trained employees.
Analysis Of the Firm’s Existing Business Model
The existing business model of Chipotle focuses on providing enhanced food experience to its
customers. The key to the company’s business model is that it was not based on the standards of
Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) and offered a new approach to the business that challenged
other companies in the market. The company operates a large network of more than two
thousand restaurants in the United States and thirty restaurants in internal markets. Its business
model is based on a simple menu with a limited number of ...
Individual Assignment 3 Signature Assignment Recommendations f
Individual Assignment 3: ***Signature Assignment Recommendations for increasing value, creativity and innovation in a specific company.
Due Week 7 (Sunday night midnight)
Value 300 points
Length: 12-15 pages (page count does not include appendices, title page, visual display or references).
With Signature Assignments that are due on Week 7 all students must turn in their papers at the due date and no late papers will be graded for points, as the term is over, and students and faculty must prepare for the next term.
Be sure you include information from the Isaksen and Magretta text books and cite using APA. Citations should be short. The citations from both books must be direct applications from the text. This means that you do not use the textbook to define concepts like (creativity, innovation, creative problem solving) but you use the textbook to apply what you have learned. Remember using the textbooks to define concepts is undergraduate work.
Note: This final assignment is worth approximately ⅓ of your grade. Be very careful to follow the Rubric and the instructions below. In this paper students are to show mastery of all that they have learned through application of those concepts from this class into this final assignment. Review the Course Learning Outcomes found below as great papers will give indications that learning has occurred in each of the following six categories :
1. Examine existing personal creativity skills and cultivate additional personal creativity skills in both personal and professional settings.
2. Analyze the connection between creativity, leadership and bringing value and solving problems within the workplace.
3. Analyze the need for increasing creative thought in a complex global environment including designing strategies to increase cash, profit and growth through understanding competitive dynamics.
4. Identify the various business segments and the different or similar ways that each segment drives for profitability through creativity and resultant innovation.
5. Analyze and apply decision matrices especially Michael Porter’s work for creative opportunities, or to mitigate risk and/or legal considerations in the global marketplace including compliance with Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
6. Develop collaborative processes across stakeholders, including customers and suppliers to increase creativity and innovation.
Students will begin this final paper by reviewing the comments and suggestions from their instructor from Assignment 2, which was the outline for many issues addressed in this final paper. The instructor will review Assignment 2 before grading Assignment 3 to be sure that all suggestions from that paper have been incorporated into the final paper.
This paper will follow all APA guidelines and will be: Double Spaced, Times New Roman, APA Headings, Title Page, References and APA citations. This is an example of an APA sample paper. Long quotes are not to be used in this paper, thus, all quote ...
Individual Care Map Evaluation Tool – NSG240315430Name ____
Individual Care Map Evaluation Tool – NSG240/315/430
Name: _______________________ Date: ___________ Patient’s initials: _______________
Concept
240/315/430
(Follow instructions provided and on Moodle)
The student will:
Maxi-mum Points/
Prepare: Written Analysis and Concept Map
Student points
Unsatisfactory
Basic
Satisfactory
Exceeds expectations
Comments:
Conduct and describe a thorough history and physical (Medical diagnosis, Lab and diagnostic tests, physician's orders)
History and physical with many errors and components not addressed. (2 pts)
Partially conducts and describes history and physical with <80% accuracy. (5 pts)
Conducts and describes thorough history and physical. All components complete. (8 pts)
Conducts and describes thorough history and physical. All components complete and individualized to patient. (10 pts)
Prepare: a table describing the pharmacotherapies: Medication, dose, frequency, route, class, top 3 side effects, indications
Table of pharmacologic interventions with many errors of omission and content accuracy. (2 pts)
Prepares a partially complete table of pharmacologic interventions with <80% accurate content. (5 pts)
Prepares a complete and accurate table of pharmacologic interventions. (8 pts)
Prepares a complete and accurate table of pharmacologic interventions. Indications are individualized for the patient.(10 pts)
Demonstrate appropriate use of Gordon's Functional Patterns (GP) by organizing data into meaningful data clusters to determine associated nursing diagnosis (NDx).
Data disorganized; GP not identified or not with appropriate data clusters; NDx do not reflect understanding of client problems. (1 pt)
60-80% of data organized and clustered; <80% of GP supported; NDx partially reflects understanding of client needs. (2 pts)
80-90% of data organized and clustered; 80-90% of GP identified with supportive data clusters; NDx identified reflect understanding of client problems. (4 pts)
All data organized and clustered to represent 100% of Gordon's functional patterns; associated NDx identified reflect understanding of client problems. (5 pts)
List at least 3 Nursing Diagnoses (NDx) based upon analysis of the data (must have at least 1 actual physiological, 1 psychosocial, and 1 educational nursing diagnosis clearly identified). All identified NDx listed from highest priority to lowest priority.
Does not have required number or types of NDx; NDx not written in correct format; NDx not listed from highest to lowest priority. (2 pts)
≤ 3 NDx listed based upon analysis of the data; does not include at least 1 actual physiological, 1 psychosocial, and 1 educational NDx; < 80% of NDx statements reflect correct formatting; <80% identified NDx listed from highest priority to lowest priority. (5 pts)
3 NDx listed based upon analysis of the data; includes at least 1 actual physiological, 1 psychosocial, and 1 educational NDx; All parts of the NDx st ...
Individual Assignment 2 Research, Analysis & Outline for Final Pa
Individual Assignment 2: Research, Analysis & Outline for Final Paper
CLO #3 Analyze the need for increasing creative thought in a complex global environment including designing strategies to increase cash, profit and growth through understanding competitive dynamics.
CLO#5 Analyze and apply decision matrices for creative opportunities, or to mitigate risk and/or legal considerations in the global marketplace including compliance with Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
Due:Wednesday Week 6
Value: 150
Length: 5 - 7 page informal outline.
The purpose of this assignment is for students to write an outline that presents their research for the final paper (the Signature Assignment) for this class. Students are not writing the final paper (yet). For this assignment, and thus for the final paper students are to identify a business that corresponds to the assigned business sectors (each student is to identify a separate business). In this outline, students will bring options and opportunities, creative problem solving to either solve a problem or create an opportunity. Remember we do not tell companies what they “must or should do.” We present options and opportunities. Students will apply creative innovative thought to the analysis. You can use bullet points for this outline. Students should apply any feedback received from this assignment to the final assignment.
Some important items to note before writing Assignment 2:
· Please go to Week 8 and read the Handout and Rubric for Assignment 3.
· The research is very detailed, double-spaced, Times New Roman, APA Headings, Title Page, References and APA citations. This is an example of an APA sample paper.
· Long quotes are not to be used in short papers of this nature; thus, all quotes should be from seven to 12 words and of course must use APA citations.
· The outline is to detail key points supported with corresponding citations.
· The outline must use at least three levels of Use APA headings. Sources (must be current - one year) other than the textbook can include: New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, Wired Magazine, (all can be found in the our University Library). You can also use any government website (usually “.gov”). You can use academic research but it must be recent (five years or newer).
Directions
After reading assigned chapters in your textbook and other course materials, continue your research to gain additional knowledge on industries and business sectors. This following link, located here, has access to a breakdown of all industries. The links after each industry provides additional data.
For the outline, briefly describe the business that you have chosen and the global footprint of their broader industry [e.g. number of subsidiaries in other countries, information on profit and growth strategies, key suppliers and customers. List three (3) major competitors (supported by data), and explain the percentage of the market share the business occup ...
Individual Assignment - Nike Case Write-Up Mergers & Acquisi
Individual Assignment - Nike Case Write-Up
Mergers & Acquisitions
Introduction (Objective of the Assignment)
The Nike Case Study is intended to serve as an introduction to the calculation of the Weighted-
Average Cost of Capital (WACC) of the firm.
The case provides a WACC calculation that contains errors based on conceptual
misunderstandings. Students will identify and explain the mistakes in the analysis. The case
assumes that students have been exposed to the WACC, CAPM, the dividend discount model,
and the earnings capitalization model.
Assignment Requirements
Complete the Nike Case Study reading (found in the Readings and Course Materials folder).
Put yourself in the role of one of the stakeholders in the case and reflect on the information in
the document. Make sure to address the following items:
1. What is the WACC and why is it important to estimate a firm’s cost of capital? [2 to 3
sentences max.]
2. Calculate your own WACC for Nike. Note the following requirements:
a. Calculate the Cost of Debt based on the information provided in the case. [Fill in
the highlighted Excel cells; explain your calculation briefly]
b. When you are calculating the Cost of Equity, do it under three different
scenarios:
i. CAPM [Fill in Excel file]
ii. Dividend Discount Model [Fill in Excel file]
iii. Earnings Capitalization method [Fill in Excel file]
c. Summarize what the WACC would be in 3 different scenarios: using the Cost of
Debt and three different Cost of Equity percentages.
3. Highlight/note any differences versus Joanna Cohen’s calculation.
4. Which of your three WACC calculations (based on the 3 different Costs of Equity) do
you think makes the most sense and why?
You should have the following section in your final submission. They should look something like
this:
1. What is your WACC and Why is it Important?
Your answer…
2. WACC Calculations
A Summary of your findings. You will submit the Excel file separately.
3. Differences vs. Joanna Cohen
Your answer…
4. WACC Recommendation
Your answer….
Assignment Format
Students will submit the filled out provided Excel file (answering the highlighted cells), and their
write-up by the due date. The write-up should be brief and organized to answer the questions
listed in section II. It should be 2 pages maximum, double-spaced, with Calibri (12 pt). This
assignment should also have a cover page with:
• Your name
• The course number/name
• Your instructor’s name
Rubric
This is an individual assignment and accounts for 5% of your overall grade. You will be
assessed according to the following rubric.
Superior
High
Quality
Average Below
Average
Poor
Formatting and Creativity - Student
correctly incorporates all formatting
requirements. Student identifies a role in
the case and analyzes the case from that
perspective; i.e. the student “owns” the
case.
10 – 9 pts 8 ...
Individual Case InstructionsYou will identify a problem that req
Mark volunteered to help with a community arts festival. However, his good intentions backfired when the retail store's phone number he provided was printed incorrectly in festival advertisements, overloading phone lines and annoying the store manager. As a result, Mark lost his job as assistant manager, even though he had only meant to support the not-for-profit organization. The Board of Directors did not investigate when Mark requested one, leaving him without work and wondering what went wrong when he tried to do a good deed.
In-Depth Integrative Case 4.1 How Didi Fought Uber in China
In-Depth Integrative Case 4.1
How Didi Fought Uber in China and Won; Next, Taking On the
World
Introduction
Technology is constantly evolving, and firms who have leveraged the unprecedented growth
rate of modern innovation have seen quick success. Didi Chuxing, China’s largest ridesharing
servicer, is no exception. With roots dating back to 2012, Didi has quickly gained Chinese
support, and with over 7.4 billion rides completed in 2017, Didi’s emphasis on technology has
allowed the young ridesharing firm to gain monopolistic authority within China.1
Rising transportation demand in China has created intense ridesharing competition within
China, and Didi’s early expansion efforts were obstructed by competitors, most notably Uber,
who entered China in 2014. With locations in over 60 countries, Uber had the experience
needed to quickly gain a foothold within China. Hefty subsidies, discounts, and marketing
promotions propelled the competitive battle between Uber and Didi, and the immediate
influence of Uber’s reputation led to a quick deterioration of Didi’s market dominance.
Nonetheless, governmental protectionism, strong Chinese partners, and a unique cultural
landscape in China presented Didi with the competitive edge needed to halt Uber’s expansion.2
Fierce opposition weakened revenues, and each firm reported losses exceeding US$1 billion
within the first year of competition.3 As a result, in August of 2016, Uber and Didi agreed to
US$35 billion alliance in which Didi would acquire Uber China. In return, Uber would receive an
initial 5.89 percent stake in the combined company, and with preferred equity interest, Uber’s
total position amounted to 17.7 percent.4 This announcement effectively halted Uber’s effort
to compete head-on with Didi in China and confirmed Didi’s dominance over the Chinese
ridesharing market.
The acquisition of Uber China meant only temporary peace to cut throat ridesharing
competition, and new wars are beginning to emerge as the two firms each strive to gain global
ridesharing dominance. Uber is now faced with a difficult situation as Chinese authority and
growing revenue streams inch Didi closer to global superiority. As Didi prepares to expand into
international markets, it is only a matter of time before these two players clash once again.5
An Evolving Chinese Ridesharing Market
China has quickly become the world’s largest provider of ridesharing services, and in 2017, a
total of 20.81 billion rides were offered through these platforms. Today, ridesharing accounts
for almost 2 percent of all transportation within China.6 While ridesharing may retain only a
modest presence, it is nonetheless the fastest growing method of transportation in the nation
as these services have been available for less than a decade. Rapid growth justifies China’s
US$30 billion ride hailing market valuation, and continued development has led analysts to
believe that this market will double in ...
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In this reflection, introduce your professor to your project. Speak about the pro and con sides of the controversy, and present your thesis statement. Then, consider some of the following questions as you reflect upon the road so far. If you want to, explain a little bit about your process. What have you experienced so far in writing your paper? Was it difficult or fairly easy to come up with your design? Do you feel confident about your progress so far? How do you feel about your thesis statement? What would you like to do in revisions? What step seems the most difficult or the easiest for you?
Your response should be at least 200 words. No references or citations are necessary.
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In this discussion, please address the followingDiscuss how oft.docx
A project schedule should be reviewed regularly, such as weekly, by the project manager and team to track progress and make adjustments if needed. While the project manager and team should review the schedule primarily, it can also be beneficial to get input from other stakeholders. Creating a project schedule has advantages like helping define deliverables, estimate resources and time needed, and coordinate tasks. However, schedules also require ongoing maintenance and updates as the project evolves.
In this course, we have introduced and assessed many noteworthy figu.docx
In this course, we have introduced and assessed many noteworthy figures related to the colonizing and first 90 years of the United States. For this assignment, you will choose a significant figure who contributed to and influenced others during the time discussed in this course—with the exception of any U.S. President—and prepare a tribute focusing on his or her relevance to today. This is not a biography. Your argument should highlight how society remembers your historical figure now, based on the philosophies and ideals he or she presented or helped to change and evolve.
The style of this project is a multimedia presentation with both audio and video components; however, the medium used is up to you. Potential examples include, but are not limited to, a videotaped speech, a self-guided PowerPoint presentation, or a video with audio. Creativity and effort will impact the final grade.
Projects are due during Unit VII and will be graded on the following:
Prepare and submit a two-page reflection, ideally based on the outline assignment from Unit VI.
Create and submit a visual presentation with your reflection as an audio transcript.
Use a minimum two sources that can be found in CSU’s Online Library (at least one from the American History & Life database).
Proper citations and references for any use or identification of those sources must be used.
Length must fall within three to five minutes; in the case of PowerPoint, slides and audio should progress and stop automatically like a taped presentation.
Content accuracy and avoidance of anachronism are a must.
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In this Assignment, you will focus on Adaptive Leadership from a.docx
In this Assignment, you will focus on Adaptive Leadership from a global perspective. When approaching this Assignment, do so from an international and global view
PLEASE SEE ATTACHED RUBRIC AND FOLLOW AS DIRECTED
NOTE THE PROGRAM : TURNITIN WILL BE USED TO DETECT A CERTAIN PERCENTAGE OF ORGINALITY
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Inferential AnalysisChapter 20NUR 6812Nursing Research
Inferential Analysis
Chapter 20
NUR 6812Nursing Research
Florida National University
Introduction - Inferential Analysis
We will discuss analysis of variance and regression, which are technically part of the same family of statistics known as the general linear method but are used to achieve different analytical goals
ANALYSIS OF VARIANCE
Analysis of variance (ANOVA) is used so often that Iversen and Norpoth (1987) said they once had a student who thought this was the name of an Italian statistician.
You can think of analysis of variance as a whole family of procedures beginning with the simple and frequently used t-test and becoming quite complicated with the use of multiple dependent variables (MANOVA, to be explained later in this chapter) and covariates.
Although the simpler varieties of these statistics can actually be calculated by hand, it is assumed that you will use a statistical software package for your calculations.
If you want to see how these calculations are done, you could try to compute a correlation, chi-square, t-test, or ANOVA yourself (see Yuker, 1958; Field, 2009), but in general it is too time consuming and too subject to human error to do these by hand.
IMPORTANT TERMINOLOGY
Several terms are used in these analyses that you need to be familiar with to understand the analyses themselves and the results. Many will already be familiar to you.
Statistical significance: This indicates the probability that the differences found are a result of error, not the treatment. Stated in terms of the P value, the convention is to accept either a 1% (P ≤ 0.01), or 1 out of 100, or 5% (P ≤ 0.05), or 5 out of 100, possibility that any differences seen could have been due to error (Cortina & Dunlap, 2007).
Research hypothesis: A research hypothesis is a declarative statement of the expected relationship between the dependent and independent variable(s).
Null hypothesis: The null hypothesis, based on the research hypothesis, states that the predicted relationships will not be found or that those found could have occurred by chance, meaning the difference will not be statistically significant.
Effect size: This is defined by Cortina and Dunlap as “the amount of variance in one variable accounted for by another in the sample at hand” (2007, p. 231). Effect size estimates are helpful adjuncts to significance testing. An important limitation, however, is that they are heavily influenced by the type of treatment or manipulation that occurred and the measures that are used.
Confidence intervals: Although sometimes suggested as an adjunct or replacement for the significance level, confidence intervals are determined in part by the alpha (significance level) (Cortina & Dunlap, 2007). Likened to a margin of error, the confidence intervals indicate the range within which the true difference between means may lie. A narrow confidence interval implies high precision; we can specify believable values within a narrow range ...
Industry CompetitionChapter Outline3-1 Industry Life Cyc
Industry Competition
Chapter Outline
3-1 Industry Life Cycle Stages
3-2 Industry Structure
3-3 Intensity of Rivalry among Incumbent Firms
3-3a Concentration of Competitors
3-3b High Fixed or Storage Costs
3-3c Slow Industry Growth
3-3d Lack of Differentiation or Low Switching Costs
3-3e Capacity Augmented in Large Increments
3-3f Diversity of Competitors
3-3g High Strategic Stakes
3-3h High Exit Barriers
3-4 Threat of Entry
3-4a Economies of Scale
3-4b Brand Identity and Product Differentiation
3-4c Capital Requirements
3-4d Switching Costs
3-4e Access to Distribution Channels
3-4f Cost Advantages Independent of Size
3-4g Government Policy
3-5 Pressure from Substitute Products
3-6 Bargaining Power of Buyers
3-7 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
3-8 Limitations of Porter’s Five Forces Model
3-9 Summary
Key Terms
Review Questions and Exercises
Practice Quiz
Notes
Reading 3-1
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cess and is one of two that considers the external environment. At
this point it is appropriate to focus on factors external to the organiza-
tion and to view fi rm performance from an industrial organization
perspective. Internal factors are considered later in the process and in future
chapters.
Each business operates among a group of companies that produces compet-
ing products or services known as an industry. The concept of an industry is a
simple one, but it is often confused in everyday conversations. The term industry
does not refer to a single company or specifi c fi rms in general. For example, in
the statement, “A new industry is moving to the community,” the word industry
should be replaced by company or fi rm.
Although usually differences exist among competitors, each industry has its
own set of combat rules governing such issues as product quality, pricing, and
distribution. This is especially true for industries that contain a large number of
fi rms offering standardized products and services. Most competitors—but not
all—follow the rules. For example, most service stations in the United States
generally offer regular unleaded, midgrade, and premium unleaded gasoline at
prices that do not differ substantially from those at nearby stations. Breaking the
so-called rules and charting a different strategic course might be possible, but
may not be desirable. As such, it is important for strategic managers to under-
stand the structure of the industry(s) in which their fi rms operate before decid-
ing how to compete successfully.
Defi ning a fi rm’s industry is not always an easy task. In a perfect world, each
fi rm would operate in one clearly defi ned industry; however, ma ...
Infancy to Early Childhood Case AnalysisPart IFor this di
Infancy to Early Childhood Case Analysis
Part I:
For this discussion board assignment, you will conduct an interview with a parent who has a child in the early childhood stage of development. In your interview, solicit information to understand the child's development from infancy to early childhood about the area of development assigned to you.
--please explore the social needs of the child's development.
Social Needs: For social needs, use Erikson's psychosocial theory of development.
ALL students should also explore how multi-cultural factors have impacted the area of development you are exploring (i.e., ethnicity, race, gender, socioeconomic status, ableism, religion, sexual orientation and other sub-cultural influences such as military). There are two optional videos in the learning module that will help you think about culture more deeply and generate ideas about possible areas/questions to explore with your interviewee.
Quality posts will integrate material from the textbook to support your analysis of the child's development. All material from the textbook should be cited in APA style. Students should define psychological terms and concepts used; assume your audience is not familiar with developmental psychology.
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Infectious DiseasesNameCourseInstructorDateIntrodu
Infectious Diseases
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Instructor
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Introduction
Infectious infections have created increased attention.
Covid-19 is the most recent challenges caused by infectious diseases.
https://idpjournal.biomedcentral.com/
Introduction
Infectious infections have created increased attention, especially after several outbreaks and pandemics that altered human health globally. Covid-19 and the related infections are the most recent challenges caused by infectious diseases affecting the whole world. This presentation illustrates common infectious diseases in the nature they are caused, their diagnosis, treatment, and possible prevention methods. It shall also describe the common symptoms of infectious diseases and when to seek medical attention.
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Overview
Overview
Infectious diseases have attracted increased attention globally because of their various occurrence. Its symptoms range from mild to severe, and the treatment and management depend on the cause of infection. Infectious diseases are caused by several pathogens, such as bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi, to mention a few. Transmission of pathogens in humans happens in numerous ways, including direct transmission through contact, water, and foodborne infections. Infection from insects such as ticks and mosquitoes can also effectively transmit pathogens.
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Infectious diseases have numerous occurrences.
Symptoms range from mild to severe.
Pathogens include bacteria, viruses, parasites, and fungi.
Transmission include through contact, water and food, and insects.
Individuals with a higher risk of infectious diseases
All individuals are at risk of contracting infectious diseases.
Individuals with compromised immune systems are at higher risk.
They include;
People with suppressed immunities.
People unvaccinated for certain infectious diseases
Children and healthcare workers.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9axOFtPqS0c
Individuals with a higher risk of infectious diseases
All individuals are at risk of contracting infectious diseases. However, individuals with compromised immune systems are at higher risk of getting infectious diseases. Individuals at higher risks of getting infectious diseases include; people with suppressed immunities, such as patients of cancer, HIV, and recent organ transmissions. People unvaccinated for certain infectious diseases are also considered at higher risk of getting infectious diseases. Other individuals at higher risks of getting infectious diseases are children and healthcare workers.
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How Common are infectious diseases?
How Common are infectious diseases?
Infectious diseases are common worldwide. Some infectious diseases are more common and strike more often than others. For instance, infections caused by E. coli are common and may not require medications because they may cause mild signs of complications. In the United States, a fifth of the population is infected with influenza annually. This indicates that infectiou ...
Individual Focused Learning for Better Memory Retention Through
Individual Focused Learning for Better Memory Retention Through Experience
CONFIDENTIAL
GCU – For Internal Use Only
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Literature Review: Background to the Problem
10/9/2019
Cognitive theory focuses on experiences in three looping processes, comprehension, memory, and application
According to Goossens (2020), cognitive theories in learning is affected by biology, environment, and social constructs
Bottom-up and top-down influences define experience of learning and thus memory and its retention (Tyng et al., 2017)
Comprehension is interpretative with different people and methodologies of gaining skills require support for better retention of knowledge (Ford et al., 2020)
CONFIDENTIAL
GCU – For Internal Use Only
Objective:
The outline on this slide is used in the Prospectus to develop the Background of the Study in Chapter 1 and the Background of the Problem Space in Chapter 2.
Slide Requirements:
Use either a bulleted format or table format
Describe what is already understood about the problem - Historically, memory retention is dependent on biology, social determinants, and educational roles (Berger et al., 2012)
Present findings from prior research related to the history of the problem space – individual are unique by circumstances, cognition development is different for each person hence memory retention and its experiences are unique. In education sector today, curriculum caters to meeting outcomes of the larger group with less focus on individual pace of learning.
Focus on:
When the problem started – generalization of education and learning environment through general curriculum tends to segregate some learners
What has been discovered about the problem - According to Tyng et al. (2017), “the effects of emotion on learning and memory are not always univalent” it points to the fact that progression is a personal journey such that how learning is understood is directly linked to how it is taught, the environment it is taught in, and the emotional attachments of information processing. Therefore, productivity in learning can only be attained by training and task definition which can be versatile form one person to another.
The current state of the problem – Development of separate special classes for students with learning challenge is beneficial but with poor education systems, the program could be detrimental for the future especially in self teaching learners. With guidance for retention of knowledge being a taught skill, ineffective environments and lack of support could be detrimental especially to disadvantaged communities
Support information with APA compliant in-text citations in your slide, and then make sure to include the full reference for the citation in the List of References slide (last slide of this presentation)
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Literature Review: Problem Space
10/9/2019
Perception plays a very important role in motivating learners
It is build on the foundation of the dynamics of instructor-student relationship hence role ...
Infectious diseases projectThis project is PowerPoint, or a pa
Infectious diseases project
This project is PowerPoint, or a paper and is the mandatory 10% LIRN.
1- Guidelines for the Project: It could be either a PPT or a paper academic style
- Include name of the disease and student(s) name
- The paper must have academic style (you pick it)
- The PPT must have a minimum of 8 slides, do not type many lines in one slide make it easy to follow, add photos.
Either for the PPT or the paper, this work should have all of the following aspects about your disease: (Write each topic in the order given)
· Name the infectious disease.
· Mention the organism(s) that cause the disease.
· Pick the most common organism that causes the disease and tell about the organism: Classification of the organism, organism’s habitat, general characteristics and virulence factors of the organism (Include pictures of the microorganism (bacteria, virus, helminth).
· About the disease:
· Write how is the disease transmitted, what is the portal(s) of entry and, where does it cause problems in humans’ body (what organs or system(s) are affected.
· Signs and symptoms (include pictures of them).
· Diagnosis and Treatment.
· Prevention.
· Epidemiology: Include cases in U.S. and/or where is mostly present, who gets affected (kids, women, men, all), and it there are cases of nosocomial infections or not and why.
· References
WHOEVER HAS NOT PICKED UP A TOPIC NEEDS TO SEND ME AN EMAIL WITH THE TOPIC YOU CHOSE.
The style for the PPT or paper you decide it, just do it academically acceptable and interesting.
Due Date: 10/24/2021
Project assignments
Bacteria
Topic
Student
Paper
Presentation/PPT
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Viral lung infections
Maylin, Eddy
Picked
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Tuberculosis
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folliculitis
4
Streptococcal skin diseases
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Conjuctivitis
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Trachoma and STD by C. trachomatis
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Botulism
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Meningitis
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Tetanus
Enny
Picked
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Peptic ulcers
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Foodborne infections: Salmonellosis,
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Amebiasis, or Taenia
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Upper UTI’s
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Lower UTI’s
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HPV
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Bacterial vaginosis
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Gonorrhea
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HSV-1, HSV-2
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Syphilis
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Sepsis
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Zyca
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Malaria
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Endocarditis
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Chikungunya
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Yellow fever, or dengue
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HIV,
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Mononucleosis
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Ebola,
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Rabies
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Prions
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African sleeping sickness
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Hepatitis
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Lyme disease
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COVID19
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Assignment: Psychotherapy for Clients With Addictive Disorders
Addictive disorders can be particularly challenging for clients. Not only do these disorders typically interfere with a client’s ability to function in daily life, but they also often manifest as negative and sometimes criminal behaviors. Sometime clients with addictive disorders also suffer from other mental health issues, creating even greater struggles for them to overcome. In your role, you have the opportunity to help clients address their addictions and improve outcomes for both the clients and their families.
To prepare:
· Review this week’s Learning Re ...
Individual Project You are a business analyst in a publicly-tr
Individual Project You are a business analyst in a publicly-traded company. Your team is working with
stakeholders regarding options for expansion. The company must decide at least two possible countries
for expansion based on specific criteria. Your job is to present a report to identify the following
information. First, you will identify the countries where this company is currently operating. Next, you
will identify and then analyze at least two possible countries for expansion based on specific criteria
using a minimum of 10 distinct class concepts, such as: Formal and informal institutions in those
countries International trade and trade barriers Whether FDI is attractive or unattractive Foreign
exchange opportunities/issues Whether regional integration is present and how this may impact
expansion Possible modes of entry with recommendations Discuss marketing/HR items of note to
successfully operate in the new country The report should contain a minimum of 1,500 words, excluding
cover page/references section, and should follow the most current edition of APA formatting. The
report should contain a minimum of five citations to at least five distinct references used. You must
provide a reference list at the end of the report in addition to including in-text citations in the body of
the report to identify where resources are used. Instructors determine the due date for this project
during the week it is assigned. In the alternative, this assignment may be given as a group project as
determined by the instructor. Individual project is worth 250 points. It is due to the appropriate Dropbox
in Week 8.
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Individual DifferencesSelf-Awareness and Working wit
Individual Differences
Self-Awareness and Working with Others
Dr.Nathanson
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Individual Differences at Work
We seek to understand people in order to develop insight into our own behavior, and the behavior of others, and to respond in effective ways in work settings.
Insight
Effective Interactions
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PersonalityWho are you, and why do you behave the way that you do?the combination of stable physical and mental characteristics that give an individual his or her identitystable over time, stable across situationsunique set of complex, interacting characteristics“Habits of Response”
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Personality (cont.)Origins of personality?genetics (nature)early life experience (nurture)modeling, reinforcement, stability of context, family dynamicsImpact of personality at work?Person x Situation interactionorganizations are “strong situations”dependent on culture, job, group factors
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Personality (cont.)“Big Five” Personality Dimensionsdecades of research and theoretical discussions of personality --> dozens of personality dimensions1970’s and 1980’s: statistical methods (e.g., factor analysis) provided a “clearer picture”conscientiousness, extroversion, openness to experience, neuroticism, agreeablenessonly moderate predictors
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Group exerciseEach group member should discuss their profile, i.e are they high or low or in the middle for each of the Big 5 elements.
Then the group should discuss on average what the group personality is like.
Select a group leader and report to the class.
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Personality (cont.)Locus of Controlan individual’s sense of control over his/her life, the environment, and external eventsHigh Internal LOCtask-oriented, innovative, proactive, self-confidentHigh External LOCsensitive to social cues, anxious changes with strong situational cues
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Personality (cont.)Tolerance for Ambiguityextent to which individuals are threatened by or have difficulty coping with ambiguity, uncertainty, unpredictability, complexity…High Tolerance for Ambiguitycan handle more informationbetter at transmitting informationmore adaptivesensitive to other’s characteristics
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Personality (cont.)Do organizations have personalities?SAS TheoryB. Schneiderthrough the combined processes of selection, attrition, and socialization, organizations create a culture with a “stable personality”implications?
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Emotionscomplex, patterned, organismic reactions to how we think we are doing in our efforts to survive and flourish; goal orientedbiological, psychological, socialgoal oriented: related to our ability to achieve what we wantnegative emotions: triggered by frustration (anger, jealousy)positive emotions: triggered by attainment (pride, happiness)
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Emotional IntelligencePredictive of “star performance”: who does well, who gets aheadDaniel Goleman: Working with Emotional Intelligencebased on research in 500+ organizationsmore important in predicting success than technical skills or IQHigh “EQ”: works well ...
Individual Project I-21. TitleTechnology Management Plan
Individual Project I-2
1. Title
Technology Management Plan
2. Introduction
You have been selected to be the acting CIO for a subsidiary of Largo Corporation called Rustic Americana. Its primary products include arts and crafts that reflect the history, geography, folklore and cultural heritage of the United States. It specializes in direct marketing and sales through its call center. Sales are through a web store, a brick and mortar store, and a direct mail catalogue. All services are housed under one roof that include warehousing, order fulfillment, shipping, corporate management and operations, and the call center. The success of the company hinges on its eye-catching direct mail catalogue and the unique product line.
Unfortunately, annual sales have declined over the years due largely due to internal issues. The previous CIO was terminated some say due to incompetence primarily related to the underperforming call center. In addition, speculation swirled around the activities of the CIO. He was often absent from the building. He secluded himself behind the closed door of his office. Associated rumors mounted, and it was believed that he was running a consulting business on company time. When the Rustic Americana CEO asked him about this during a formal review, the CIO answered that it was a weekend hobby that kept him abreast of emerging technologies. The CEO asked him if one of their competitors was a client and he vehemently denied the accusation. She was certain that the CIO was not being entirely truthful with her.
Call Center Operations
Managing a call center demands a wide range of skills including managerial, troubleshooting, patience and being cool under pressure. Knowledge of computer and communications skills is helpful but most call centers have a technical support division. The call center manager is Prisha Khan – she has been in the job for about 2 months.
The customer service representative (CSR) in the call center responds to a call for product. On the customer management system (CMS), the CSR collects and directly enters customer information; on a separate inventory management system (IMS), the CSR looks up the product, and verifies if the warehouse has it in stock. If it does, the order is entered on the CMS, and the CSR decreases the inventory on the IMS. On the CMS, the CSR creates an order fulfillment ticket that is automatically shuttled to the warehouse processing clerk who prints it and then generates the shipping label. The shipping label is prepared through a web-based system through either UPS or USPS, which also produces a tracking number used by both the company and the customer. The processing clerk enters the shipping costs and tracking number into the CMS. The customer is billed when the order ships.
The warehouse crew uses bar code scanners to track merchandise; once the order is selected, it moves along a conveyor to a shipping clerk who packages the order, affixes the shipping label, sca ...
Individual Case Study – ChipotleBUSI 690 – Policy and Stra
Individual Case Study – Chipotle
BUSI 690 – Policy and Strategy in Global Competition
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CHIPOTLE
Individual Case Study – Chipotle
Executive Summary
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. is one of the leading quick-service restaurant chains in the US and
operates 2,622 restaurants. The company’s existing strategy and business model indicate that it
operates firm-owned restaurants and focuses on delivering high-quality food at low prices
everyday to customers. The company has been successful but faces numerous complaints
regarding food contamination. This report presents a new mission statement appropriate for its
businesses and carries an internal analysis of the company. Based on the internal and financial
analysis, two alternative strategies have been proposed, and projections based on the
recommended strategy to open up new casual dining restaurants in the US are presented in this
report. It is suggested that the new strategy will increase the company’s profitability and generate
a positive net present value.
Existing Mission, Objectives, and Strategies
The company’s existing mission is “food with integrity” [CITATION Chi201 \l 1033 ] which
implies that it ensures that its supplies are from sustainable sources without the use of chemicals
that could have harmful effects on humans. The primary goal of the company is to “focus on safe
and delicious food made with better ingredients” [CITATION Chi202 \l 1033 ]. Its strategy
remained to have a small menu that offers limited choices of healthy, nutritious, and good quality
food items at competitively low prices. Furthermore, its focus is on expanding the network on its
restaurants in the United States until recently, as the company has launched its online and mobile
food ordering systems. It relies on providing efficient customer service and carrying out strong
advertising and marketing programs to communicate with customers and increase its sales.
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CHIPOTLE
A New Mission Statement
The new mission statement of Chipotle is to (1) serve customers (2) healthy and delicious food
(3) without boundaries (4) by using sustainable food production technologies (5) and consistently
growing its business (6) by expanding its network and following ethical practices (7) and
challenging its competitors (8) by giving best quality food and value and services (9) by its
highly trained employees.
Analysis Of the Firm’s Existing Business Model
The existing business model of Chipotle focuses on providing enhanced food experience to its
customers. The key to the company’s business model is that it was not based on the standards of
Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) and offered a new approach to the business that challenged
other companies in the market. The company operates a large network of more than two
thousand restaurants in the United States and thirty restaurants in internal markets. Its business
model is based on a simple menu with a limited number of ...
Individual Assignment 3 Signature Assignment Recommendations f
Individual Assignment 3: ***Signature Assignment Recommendations for increasing value, creativity and innovation in a specific company.
Due Week 7 (Sunday night midnight)
Value 300 points
Length: 12-15 pages (page count does not include appendices, title page, visual display or references).
With Signature Assignments that are due on Week 7 all students must turn in their papers at the due date and no late papers will be graded for points, as the term is over, and students and faculty must prepare for the next term.
Be sure you include information from the Isaksen and Magretta text books and cite using APA. Citations should be short. The citations from both books must be direct applications from the text. This means that you do not use the textbook to define concepts like (creativity, innovation, creative problem solving) but you use the textbook to apply what you have learned. Remember using the textbooks to define concepts is undergraduate work.
Note: This final assignment is worth approximately ⅓ of your grade. Be very careful to follow the Rubric and the instructions below. In this paper students are to show mastery of all that they have learned through application of those concepts from this class into this final assignment. Review the Course Learning Outcomes found below as great papers will give indications that learning has occurred in each of the following six categories :
1. Examine existing personal creativity skills and cultivate additional personal creativity skills in both personal and professional settings.
2. Analyze the connection between creativity, leadership and bringing value and solving problems within the workplace.
3. Analyze the need for increasing creative thought in a complex global environment including designing strategies to increase cash, profit and growth through understanding competitive dynamics.
4. Identify the various business segments and the different or similar ways that each segment drives for profitability through creativity and resultant innovation.
5. Analyze and apply decision matrices especially Michael Porter’s work for creative opportunities, or to mitigate risk and/or legal considerations in the global marketplace including compliance with Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
6. Develop collaborative processes across stakeholders, including customers and suppliers to increase creativity and innovation.
Students will begin this final paper by reviewing the comments and suggestions from their instructor from Assignment 2, which was the outline for many issues addressed in this final paper. The instructor will review Assignment 2 before grading Assignment 3 to be sure that all suggestions from that paper have been incorporated into the final paper.
This paper will follow all APA guidelines and will be: Double Spaced, Times New Roman, APA Headings, Title Page, References and APA citations. This is an example of an APA sample paper. Long quotes are not to be used in this paper, thus, all quote ...
Individual Care Map Evaluation Tool – NSG240315430Name ____
Individual Care Map Evaluation Tool – NSG240/315/430
Name: _______________________ Date: ___________ Patient’s initials: _______________
Concept
240/315/430
(Follow instructions provided and on Moodle)
The student will:
Maxi-mum Points/
Prepare: Written Analysis and Concept Map
Student points
Unsatisfactory
Basic
Satisfactory
Exceeds expectations
Comments:
Conduct and describe a thorough history and physical (Medical diagnosis, Lab and diagnostic tests, physician's orders)
History and physical with many errors and components not addressed. (2 pts)
Partially conducts and describes history and physical with <80% accuracy. (5 pts)
Conducts and describes thorough history and physical. All components complete. (8 pts)
Conducts and describes thorough history and physical. All components complete and individualized to patient. (10 pts)
Prepare: a table describing the pharmacotherapies: Medication, dose, frequency, route, class, top 3 side effects, indications
Table of pharmacologic interventions with many errors of omission and content accuracy. (2 pts)
Prepares a partially complete table of pharmacologic interventions with <80% accurate content. (5 pts)
Prepares a complete and accurate table of pharmacologic interventions. (8 pts)
Prepares a complete and accurate table of pharmacologic interventions. Indications are individualized for the patient.(10 pts)
Demonstrate appropriate use of Gordon's Functional Patterns (GP) by organizing data into meaningful data clusters to determine associated nursing diagnosis (NDx).
Data disorganized; GP not identified or not with appropriate data clusters; NDx do not reflect understanding of client problems. (1 pt)
60-80% of data organized and clustered; <80% of GP supported; NDx partially reflects understanding of client needs. (2 pts)
80-90% of data organized and clustered; 80-90% of GP identified with supportive data clusters; NDx identified reflect understanding of client problems. (4 pts)
All data organized and clustered to represent 100% of Gordon's functional patterns; associated NDx identified reflect understanding of client problems. (5 pts)
List at least 3 Nursing Diagnoses (NDx) based upon analysis of the data (must have at least 1 actual physiological, 1 psychosocial, and 1 educational nursing diagnosis clearly identified). All identified NDx listed from highest priority to lowest priority.
Does not have required number or types of NDx; NDx not written in correct format; NDx not listed from highest to lowest priority. (2 pts)
≤ 3 NDx listed based upon analysis of the data; does not include at least 1 actual physiological, 1 psychosocial, and 1 educational NDx; < 80% of NDx statements reflect correct formatting; <80% identified NDx listed from highest priority to lowest priority. (5 pts)
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Individual Assignment 2 Research, Analysis & Outline for Final Pa
Individual Assignment 2: Research, Analysis & Outline for Final Paper
CLO #3 Analyze the need for increasing creative thought in a complex global environment including designing strategies to increase cash, profit and growth through understanding competitive dynamics.
CLO#5 Analyze and apply decision matrices for creative opportunities, or to mitigate risk and/or legal considerations in the global marketplace including compliance with Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
Due:Wednesday Week 6
Value: 150
Length: 5 - 7 page informal outline.
The purpose of this assignment is for students to write an outline that presents their research for the final paper (the Signature Assignment) for this class. Students are not writing the final paper (yet). For this assignment, and thus for the final paper students are to identify a business that corresponds to the assigned business sectors (each student is to identify a separate business). In this outline, students will bring options and opportunities, creative problem solving to either solve a problem or create an opportunity. Remember we do not tell companies what they “must or should do.” We present options and opportunities. Students will apply creative innovative thought to the analysis. You can use bullet points for this outline. Students should apply any feedback received from this assignment to the final assignment.
Some important items to note before writing Assignment 2:
· Please go to Week 8 and read the Handout and Rubric for Assignment 3.
· The research is very detailed, double-spaced, Times New Roman, APA Headings, Title Page, References and APA citations. This is an example of an APA sample paper.
· Long quotes are not to be used in short papers of this nature; thus, all quotes should be from seven to 12 words and of course must use APA citations.
· The outline is to detail key points supported with corresponding citations.
· The outline must use at least three levels of Use APA headings. Sources (must be current - one year) other than the textbook can include: New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, Wired Magazine, (all can be found in the our University Library). You can also use any government website (usually “.gov”). You can use academic research but it must be recent (five years or newer).
Directions
After reading assigned chapters in your textbook and other course materials, continue your research to gain additional knowledge on industries and business sectors. This following link, located here, has access to a breakdown of all industries. The links after each industry provides additional data.
For the outline, briefly describe the business that you have chosen and the global footprint of their broader industry [e.g. number of subsidiaries in other countries, information on profit and growth strategies, key suppliers and customers. List three (3) major competitors (supported by data), and explain the percentage of the market share the business occup ...
Individual Assignment - Nike Case Write-Up Mergers & Acquisi
Individual Assignment - Nike Case Write-Up
Mergers & Acquisitions
Introduction (Objective of the Assignment)
The Nike Case Study is intended to serve as an introduction to the calculation of the Weighted-
Average Cost of Capital (WACC) of the firm.
The case provides a WACC calculation that contains errors based on conceptual
misunderstandings. Students will identify and explain the mistakes in the analysis. The case
assumes that students have been exposed to the WACC, CAPM, the dividend discount model,
and the earnings capitalization model.
Assignment Requirements
Complete the Nike Case Study reading (found in the Readings and Course Materials folder).
Put yourself in the role of one of the stakeholders in the case and reflect on the information in
the document. Make sure to address the following items:
1. What is the WACC and why is it important to estimate a firm’s cost of capital? [2 to 3
sentences max.]
2. Calculate your own WACC for Nike. Note the following requirements:
a. Calculate the Cost of Debt based on the information provided in the case. [Fill in
the highlighted Excel cells; explain your calculation briefly]
b. When you are calculating the Cost of Equity, do it under three different
scenarios:
i. CAPM [Fill in Excel file]
ii. Dividend Discount Model [Fill in Excel file]
iii. Earnings Capitalization method [Fill in Excel file]
c. Summarize what the WACC would be in 3 different scenarios: using the Cost of
Debt and three different Cost of Equity percentages.
3. Highlight/note any differences versus Joanna Cohen’s calculation.
4. Which of your three WACC calculations (based on the 3 different Costs of Equity) do
you think makes the most sense and why?
You should have the following section in your final submission. They should look something like
this:
1. What is your WACC and Why is it Important?
Your answer…
2. WACC Calculations
A Summary of your findings. You will submit the Excel file separately.
3. Differences vs. Joanna Cohen
Your answer…
4. WACC Recommendation
Your answer….
Assignment Format
Students will submit the filled out provided Excel file (answering the highlighted cells), and their
write-up by the due date. The write-up should be brief and organized to answer the questions
listed in section II. It should be 2 pages maximum, double-spaced, with Calibri (12 pt). This
assignment should also have a cover page with:
• Your name
• The course number/name
• Your instructor’s name
Rubric
This is an individual assignment and accounts for 5% of your overall grade. You will be
assessed according to the following rubric.
Superior
High
Quality
Average Below
Average
Poor
Formatting and Creativity - Student
correctly incorporates all formatting
requirements. Student identifies a role in
the case and analyzes the case from that
perspective; i.e. the student “owns” the
case.
10 – 9 pts 8 ...
Individual Case InstructionsYou will identify a problem that req
Mark volunteered to help with a community arts festival. However, his good intentions backfired when the retail store's phone number he provided was printed incorrectly in festival advertisements, overloading phone lines and annoying the store manager. As a result, Mark lost his job as assistant manager, even though he had only meant to support the not-for-profit organization. The Board of Directors did not investigate when Mark requested one, leaving him without work and wondering what went wrong when he tried to do a good deed.
In-Depth Integrative Case 4.1 How Didi Fought Uber in China
In-Depth Integrative Case 4.1
How Didi Fought Uber in China and Won; Next, Taking On the
World
Introduction
Technology is constantly evolving, and firms who have leveraged the unprecedented growth
rate of modern innovation have seen quick success. Didi Chuxing, China’s largest ridesharing
servicer, is no exception. With roots dating back to 2012, Didi has quickly gained Chinese
support, and with over 7.4 billion rides completed in 2017, Didi’s emphasis on technology has
allowed the young ridesharing firm to gain monopolistic authority within China.1
Rising transportation demand in China has created intense ridesharing competition within
China, and Didi’s early expansion efforts were obstructed by competitors, most notably Uber,
who entered China in 2014. With locations in over 60 countries, Uber had the experience
needed to quickly gain a foothold within China. Hefty subsidies, discounts, and marketing
promotions propelled the competitive battle between Uber and Didi, and the immediate
influence of Uber’s reputation led to a quick deterioration of Didi’s market dominance.
Nonetheless, governmental protectionism, strong Chinese partners, and a unique cultural
landscape in China presented Didi with the competitive edge needed to halt Uber’s expansion.2
Fierce opposition weakened revenues, and each firm reported losses exceeding US$1 billion
within the first year of competition.3 As a result, in August of 2016, Uber and Didi agreed to
US$35 billion alliance in which Didi would acquire Uber China. In return, Uber would receive an
initial 5.89 percent stake in the combined company, and with preferred equity interest, Uber’s
total position amounted to 17.7 percent.4 This announcement effectively halted Uber’s effort
to compete head-on with Didi in China and confirmed Didi’s dominance over the Chinese
ridesharing market.
The acquisition of Uber China meant only temporary peace to cut throat ridesharing
competition, and new wars are beginning to emerge as the two firms each strive to gain global
ridesharing dominance. Uber is now faced with a difficult situation as Chinese authority and
growing revenue streams inch Didi closer to global superiority. As Didi prepares to expand into
international markets, it is only a matter of time before these two players clash once again.5
An Evolving Chinese Ridesharing Market
China has quickly become the world’s largest provider of ridesharing services, and in 2017, a
total of 20.81 billion rides were offered through these platforms. Today, ridesharing accounts
for almost 2 percent of all transportation within China.6 While ridesharing may retain only a
modest presence, it is nonetheless the fastest growing method of transportation in the nation
as these services have been available for less than a decade. Rapid growth justifies China’s
US$30 billion ride hailing market valuation, and continued development has led analysts to
believe that this market will double in ...
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