Week 4 Assignment-Fair Value
DUE DATE: Sunday midnight of Week 4, submitted in a MS Word (or Excel if
computations required) document with filename format:
Last First_Week X hwk.doc or .xls Make sure your name appears on each page of the
homework using the header function.
Homework questions:
1. The Fair Value requirement has been blamed by some for the credit market crunch that
started in 2007, worsened in 2008 and continues into 2009. Discuss what effect you
think Fair Value had on financial institutions and why some believe that it precipitated
the current economic recession. Do you agree or disagree that Fair Value caused the
collapse of the mortgage and lending markets? There are a number of good articles and
links to help you with this such as the article in the Web Links page from the January 20,
2009 Boston Globe about the impact on State Street Corporation’s capital from
potentially having to permanently write down the value of assets (it will help you
understand how marking down the value of assets impacts the banks’ capital, and how in
turn, this impacts their ability to lend). Also, the JOA May 2008 3 Articles with view pro
and con about Fair Value vs. Historic Cost. There are a number of other readings to help
with this topic or you may gather your own-please share them if you would on the student
section of the Web Links page.
2. You are the CFO of a publicly traded company and are getting ready to prepare you year-
end financial statements. In your investment portfolio you have:
a. Long-term bank CD’s
b. Stock holdings in 5 publicly traded companies
c. Stock holdings in 2 privately held companies
d. Investment in a real estate trust (REIT) which owns strip malls and other
commercial buildings for retail establishments. This trust trades on a market
with other similar trusts, although the trades are infrequent. Take into account
the current real estate market when evaluating this investment.
e. Private equity investment in a joint venture for the development of a new
green energy method to produce electricity.
f. Complex foreign currency hedges that were custom-designed by an
investment bank for the company, to hedge their exchange rate exposure on
overseas transactions.
What level for evaluation would each fall into and what method(s) would you use to
determine the fair value of each? How easy or difficult would each be and why? The Nov
16, 2008 Financial Week Article on the Web Links page about Illiquid Bank Assets may
help with this question.
3. Find the financial statements of a publicly traded company that has measured assets
and/or liabilities at fair value. You will find this information in the footnotes (just open
up the document and search the page with either Fair Value or FAS 157 as a key word).
What financial ratios (name at least 2) could be affected by the difference between
measuring these assets at historic cost vs. fair val.
1. Financial Management. Please Do title page and leave some space.docxjeremylockett77
1. Financial Management. Please Do title page and leave some space for the area where the team members will provide initiative. (on same section, write down in details what you did for this project, what you contributed to the project). Please share 2 slides with notes, details of your research and citations will be presented in the notes section of each slide in the presentation) also please don’t forget to use in-text citation for notes and at least 2-3 quality references. Since I am starting this project you can answer the question #1. Legal implications.
For this group activity, you and your group will have three weeks to complete a presentation based on the following case study and research you will conduct on the regulatory rules applying to insider trading. Although you and your team may choose any presentation application or software, Microsoft PowerPoint is suggested for this activity.
Research and Scenario
First, visit the following websites on insider trading:
· Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) website regarding insider trading.
· SEC enforcement actions (insider trading cases)
These websites will help you become familiar with the general basics of the regulatory rules applying to insider trading. You are not expected to become an expert on this topic. Apply these rules to the facts of this very brief case:
Someone you know has knowledge of an impending merger between two companies. The combination of the two firms will certainly change the market dynamics of the industry. Moreover, owners of stock in both companies will greatly benefit once the news of the merger is publicly announced.
Project Requirements
Your presentation must consist of 6 to 7 slides that are clear, legible and address the following:
· Discuss the general basics of the regulatory rules applying to insider trading and its implications and address the following:
1. Legal implications
2. Ethical implications
3. Economic-social implications
· You must include a title slide in addition to the six to seven slides. The title page must include:
1. The title of the project
2. The names of the group members
3. The area where the team member provided initiative (contributed to the project).
· Each slide will include a bulleted list highlighting important aspects of your research.
1. Details of your research and citations will be presented in the notes section of each slide in the presentation.
Presentations will be assessed on both content (how well the legal, ethical and economic-social issues are addressed), as well as organization and grammar. Your presentation content must look professional and adhere to the standard presentation format. Therefore, check all content for grammar, spelling and to ensure that you have properly cited all sources used in the creation of the presentation using APA format. In other words, although your notes are cited, the slides are not cited. As a group, keep in mind the purpose of a presentation as it applies to an audience.
He ...
1. Financial Management. Please Do title page and leave some space.docxketurahhazelhurst
1. Financial Management. Please Do title page and leave some space for the area where the team members will provide initiative. (on same section, write down in details what you did for this project, what you contributed to the project). Please share 2 slides with notes, details of your research and citations will be presented in the notes section of each slide in the presentation) also please don’t forget to use in-text citation for notes and at least 2-3 quality references. Since I am starting this project you can answer the question #1. Legal implications.
For this group activity, you and your group will have three weeks to complete a presentation based on the following case study and research you will conduct on the regulatory rules applying to insider trading. Although you and your team may choose any presentation application or software, Microsoft PowerPoint is suggested for this activity.
Research and Scenario
First, visit the following websites on insider trading:
· Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) website regarding insider trading.
· SEC enforcement actions (insider trading cases)
These websites will help you become familiar with the general basics of the regulatory rules applying to insider trading. You are not expected to become an expert on this topic. Apply these rules to the facts of this very brief case:
Someone you know has knowledge of an impending merger between two companies. The combination of the two firms will certainly change the market dynamics of the industry. Moreover, owners of stock in both companies will greatly benefit once the news of the merger is publicly announced.
Project Requirements
Your presentation must consist of 6 to 7 slides that are clear, legible and address the following:
· Discuss the general basics of the regulatory rules applying to insider trading and its implications and address the following:
1. Legal implications
2. Ethical implications
3. Economic-social implications
· You must include a title slide in addition to the six to seven slides. The title page must include:
1. The title of the project
2. The names of the group members
3. The area where the team member provided initiative (contributed to the project).
· Each slide will include a bulleted list highlighting important aspects of your research.
1. Details of your research and citations will be presented in the notes section of each slide in the presentation.
Presentations will be assessed on both content (how well the legal, ethical and economic-social issues are addressed), as well as organization and grammar. Your presentation content must look professional and adhere to the standard presentation format. Therefore, check all content for grammar, spelling and to ensure that you have properly cited all sources used in the creation of the presentation using APA format. In other words, although your notes are cited, the slides are not cited. As a group, keep in mind the purpose of a presentation as it applies to an audience.
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Financial Statement Analysis
Ratio Analysis Example
Prufrock Corporation
Balance Sheet as of December 31,2008
($ in millions)
Assets
Liabilities and Owners' Equity
Current assets
Current liabilities
Cash
$98
Accounts payable
$344
Accounts receivable
$188
Notes payable
$196
Inventory
$422
Total
$540
Total
$708
Long-term debt
$457
Fixed assets
Owners' equity
Net plant and equipment
$2,880
Common stock and paid-in surplus
$550
Total assets
$3,588
Retained earnings
$2,041
Total
$2,591
Total liabilities and owners' equity
$3,588
Prufrock Corporation
2008 Income Statement
($ in millions)
Sales
2311
Cost of goods sold
1344
Depreciation
276
Earnings before interest and taxes
691
Interest paid
141
Taxable income
550
Taxes (34%)
187
Net income
363
Dividends
121
Addition to retained earnings
242
*Create common size balance sheet and common size income statement.
*Calculate ratios for Prufrock Corporation
Short-term solvency or liquidity ratios
Liquidity ratio measures the firm’s ability to pay its bills over the short run without undue stress.
Current ratio=
*Do we have enough short-term liquid assets to cover our short-term debts?
Quick ratio (acid test ratio) =
*Do we have enough really liquid short-term assets to cover our short-term debts?
Long-term solvency, or financial leverage, ratios
Leverage ratio measures the form’s long-run ability to meet its obligations.
Total debt ratio=
What percentage of total assets is financed with either short- or long-term debt?
Debt-equity ratio=
Times interest earned=
* It measures how well a company has its interest obligations covered. Are we generating enough income to make out interest payments?
Asset management or turnover ratios
Turnover ratios measure asset use efficiency.
Inventory turnover=
*On average, how many times per year do we go through our inventory? (Excess inventory is expensive!)
Day’s sales Outstanding=
Fixed Assets Turnover Ratio=
Total Assets Turnover Ratio=
Profitability ratios
Operating margin=
Profit margin=
Return on assets (ROA) =
*What is profit per dollar of asset?
Return on equity (ROE) =
*What is the rate of return for stockholders?
Return on equity (ROE) = Profit margin * Total asset turnover * Equity multiplier
Market value ratios
(We assume that Prufrock has 33 million shares outstanding and stock sold for $88 per share at the end of the year.)
EPS=
Price-earnings ratio=
Market-to-book ratio=
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ABBREVIATED TITLE OF YOUR PAPER 2
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Objective: To analyze the financial statements of a publicly traded company
Obtain an annual report from a publicly traded corporation that is interesting to you. Be sure the
company’s financial statements include deferred taxes, postretirement benefits, dilutive
securities, and share-based compensation.
Using techniques you have learned in the previous weeks, respond to the following questions.
ECO-111: MACROECONOMICS
WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT 4 QUESTIONS
1. What is the difference between foreign direct investment and portfolio investment? (13 points)
2. What is the purchasing power parity exchange rate? (13 points)
3. If a country’s currency is expected to appreciate in value, what is the impact of expected exchange rates on the interest rate paid on government bonds? (12 points)
4. Would each of the following groups be happy or unhappy if the U.S. dollar appreciated? Explain.
A. Dutch pension funds holding U.S. government bonds (2 points)
B. U.S. manufacturing industries (2 points)
C. Australian tourists planning a trip to the United States (2 points)
D. An American firm trying to purchase property overseas (2 points)
5. In 2010, a British pound cost $1.56 in U.S. dollars. In 2020, a British pound costs $1.66 in U.S. dollars.
A. In 2010 was the pound weaker or stronger than the U.S. dollar? (2 points)
B. Between 2010 and 2020, did the U.S. dollar appreciate or depreciate versus the pound? (2 points)
C. Calculate the cost of a U.S. dollar in terms of British pounds in 2020. (2 points)
6. Define the concepts of budget deficit and national debt, and explain how they differ from one another. (12 points)
7. The economist Arthur Laffer pointed out that, in some cases, income tax revenue can actually go up when tax rates go down. Explain how this could be true. (12 points)
8. Is it possible for a nation to run budget deficits and still have its debt/GDP ratio fall? Is it possible for a nation to run budget surpluses and still have its debt/GDP ratio fall? Explain. (12 points)
9. Specify whether expansionary or contractionary fiscal policy would seem to be most appropriate in response to each of the situations below.
A. A recession (2 points)
B. A stock market collapse that hurts consumers and business confidence (2 points)
C. Extremely rapid growth of exports (2 points)
D. Rising inflation (2 points)
E. The economy is at its natural rate of unemployment/potential GDP/LRAS. The government decides to enact a massive increase of expenditure. (2 points)
F. A rise in oil prices (2 points)
This work, “Written Assignment 4 Questions,” is a derivative of Principles of Macroeconomics 2e by Steven A. Greenlaw and David Shapiro, OpenStax, used under CC BY 4.0. “Written Assignment 4 Questions” is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by Thomas Edison State University.
Peterson
ENGL 235
Final Report Assignment
1
Purpose: This report will be your final assignment for the class. The weekly class
assignments are designed to prepare you to successfully create this document. In
that way, this assignment asks you to synthesize all of your learning and
demonstrate your mastery of the following course learning outcomes:
Locate, evaluate, and integrate credible research into a written document for
a specific purpose and work-world audience;
Apply appropriate formatting and visual aids for a specific purpose and
work-world audience; ...
2.2 Assignment: Totaling Costs
Getting Started
Production and cost are the fundamental building blocks on the supply side of the market. In this assignment you will learn how to calculate costs and construct cost schedules.
Upon successful completion of this assignment, you will be able to:
Describe the determinants of a firm’s output and costs in the long run.
Use cost relationships to predict a firm’s profit-maximizing decisions.
Resources
Textbook:
Economics for Managers
File: Ch05.ppt
Media: Costs of Production
Background Information
In this assignment you will learn how to calculate costs and construct cost schedules for a small business.
Instructions
Review the rubric to make sure you understand the criteria for earning your grade.
Read Chapter 5, “Production and Cost Analysis in the Short Run,” in
Economics for Managers
. As you read, think about what it costs you to do some basic task.
Download and review the
Ch05.ppt
PowerPoint file.
View the media:
Costs of Production
. This lecture presentation covers output and costs in the short run, deriving long-run average cost and firm profit maximization.
Assess data (in the table below) related to a small lawn mowing business.
Angela hires students at $40 a day to mow lawns.
Regardless of the number of students she hires, Angela leases five lawn mowers for $200 a day.
The following table gives the daily output:
Labor
(students per day)Total Product
(lawns cut per day)0012024437049451146120
Write a one- to two-page paper that addresses the following. Be sure to show your calculations.
Construct the average fixed cost, average variable cost, and average total cost schedules.
Construct the marginal cost schedule.
Check that the gap between total cost and total variable cost is the same at all output levels. Explain why this relationship is so important and demonstrate clear insightful and critical thinking.
When you have completed your assignment, save a copy for yourself and submit a copy to our instructor by the end of the workshop.
==========================================================
2.3 Discussion: Economies of Scale
Getting Started
You will examine production and cost issues in the long run, where all inputs in a production process are variable, using a case study.
Upon successful completion of this discussion, you will be able to:
Interpret a long-run production function in which all inputs can be varied and possibly substituted for each other.
Explain how production and cost analysis is used in management decision making.
Resources
Textbook:
Economics for Managers
Video: COVID-19
Background Information
This information and activity build on the short-run production and cost issues covered in the previous workshop.
Instructions
Review the rubric to make sure you understand the criteria for earning your grade.
Read Chapter 6 and review Chapter 5 in
Economics for Managers.
As you read, think a.
1. Financial Management. Please Do title page and leave some space.docxjeremylockett77
1. Financial Management. Please Do title page and leave some space for the area where the team members will provide initiative. (on same section, write down in details what you did for this project, what you contributed to the project). Please share 2 slides with notes, details of your research and citations will be presented in the notes section of each slide in the presentation) also please don’t forget to use in-text citation for notes and at least 2-3 quality references. Since I am starting this project you can answer the question #1. Legal implications.
For this group activity, you and your group will have three weeks to complete a presentation based on the following case study and research you will conduct on the regulatory rules applying to insider trading. Although you and your team may choose any presentation application or software, Microsoft PowerPoint is suggested for this activity.
Research and Scenario
First, visit the following websites on insider trading:
· Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) website regarding insider trading.
· SEC enforcement actions (insider trading cases)
These websites will help you become familiar with the general basics of the regulatory rules applying to insider trading. You are not expected to become an expert on this topic. Apply these rules to the facts of this very brief case:
Someone you know has knowledge of an impending merger between two companies. The combination of the two firms will certainly change the market dynamics of the industry. Moreover, owners of stock in both companies will greatly benefit once the news of the merger is publicly announced.
Project Requirements
Your presentation must consist of 6 to 7 slides that are clear, legible and address the following:
· Discuss the general basics of the regulatory rules applying to insider trading and its implications and address the following:
1. Legal implications
2. Ethical implications
3. Economic-social implications
· You must include a title slide in addition to the six to seven slides. The title page must include:
1. The title of the project
2. The names of the group members
3. The area where the team member provided initiative (contributed to the project).
· Each slide will include a bulleted list highlighting important aspects of your research.
1. Details of your research and citations will be presented in the notes section of each slide in the presentation.
Presentations will be assessed on both content (how well the legal, ethical and economic-social issues are addressed), as well as organization and grammar. Your presentation content must look professional and adhere to the standard presentation format. Therefore, check all content for grammar, spelling and to ensure that you have properly cited all sources used in the creation of the presentation using APA format. In other words, although your notes are cited, the slides are not cited. As a group, keep in mind the purpose of a presentation as it applies to an audience.
He ...
1. Financial Management. Please Do title page and leave some space.docxketurahhazelhurst
1. Financial Management. Please Do title page and leave some space for the area where the team members will provide initiative. (on same section, write down in details what you did for this project, what you contributed to the project). Please share 2 slides with notes, details of your research and citations will be presented in the notes section of each slide in the presentation) also please don’t forget to use in-text citation for notes and at least 2-3 quality references. Since I am starting this project you can answer the question #1. Legal implications.
For this group activity, you and your group will have three weeks to complete a presentation based on the following case study and research you will conduct on the regulatory rules applying to insider trading. Although you and your team may choose any presentation application or software, Microsoft PowerPoint is suggested for this activity.
Research and Scenario
First, visit the following websites on insider trading:
· Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) website regarding insider trading.
· SEC enforcement actions (insider trading cases)
These websites will help you become familiar with the general basics of the regulatory rules applying to insider trading. You are not expected to become an expert on this topic. Apply these rules to the facts of this very brief case:
Someone you know has knowledge of an impending merger between two companies. The combination of the two firms will certainly change the market dynamics of the industry. Moreover, owners of stock in both companies will greatly benefit once the news of the merger is publicly announced.
Project Requirements
Your presentation must consist of 6 to 7 slides that are clear, legible and address the following:
· Discuss the general basics of the regulatory rules applying to insider trading and its implications and address the following:
1. Legal implications
2. Ethical implications
3. Economic-social implications
· You must include a title slide in addition to the six to seven slides. The title page must include:
1. The title of the project
2. The names of the group members
3. The area where the team member provided initiative (contributed to the project).
· Each slide will include a bulleted list highlighting important aspects of your research.
1. Details of your research and citations will be presented in the notes section of each slide in the presentation.
Presentations will be assessed on both content (how well the legal, ethical and economic-social issues are addressed), as well as organization and grammar. Your presentation content must look professional and adhere to the standard presentation format. Therefore, check all content for grammar, spelling and to ensure that you have properly cited all sources used in the creation of the presentation using APA format. In other words, although your notes are cited, the slides are not cited. As a group, keep in mind the purpose of a presentation as it applies to an audience.
He.
Financial Statement Analysis
Ratio Analysis Example
Prufrock Corporation
Balance Sheet as of December 31,2008
($ in millions)
Assets
Liabilities and Owners' Equity
Current assets
Current liabilities
Cash
$98
Accounts payable
$344
Accounts receivable
$188
Notes payable
$196
Inventory
$422
Total
$540
Total
$708
Long-term debt
$457
Fixed assets
Owners' equity
Net plant and equipment
$2,880
Common stock and paid-in surplus
$550
Total assets
$3,588
Retained earnings
$2,041
Total
$2,591
Total liabilities and owners' equity
$3,588
Prufrock Corporation
2008 Income Statement
($ in millions)
Sales
2311
Cost of goods sold
1344
Depreciation
276
Earnings before interest and taxes
691
Interest paid
141
Taxable income
550
Taxes (34%)
187
Net income
363
Dividends
121
Addition to retained earnings
242
*Create common size balance sheet and common size income statement.
*Calculate ratios for Prufrock Corporation
Short-term solvency or liquidity ratios
Liquidity ratio measures the firm’s ability to pay its bills over the short run without undue stress.
Current ratio=
*Do we have enough short-term liquid assets to cover our short-term debts?
Quick ratio (acid test ratio) =
*Do we have enough really liquid short-term assets to cover our short-term debts?
Long-term solvency, or financial leverage, ratios
Leverage ratio measures the form’s long-run ability to meet its obligations.
Total debt ratio=
What percentage of total assets is financed with either short- or long-term debt?
Debt-equity ratio=
Times interest earned=
* It measures how well a company has its interest obligations covered. Are we generating enough income to make out interest payments?
Asset management or turnover ratios
Turnover ratios measure asset use efficiency.
Inventory turnover=
*On average, how many times per year do we go through our inventory? (Excess inventory is expensive!)
Day’s sales Outstanding=
Fixed Assets Turnover Ratio=
Total Assets Turnover Ratio=
Profitability ratios
Operating margin=
Profit margin=
Return on assets (ROA) =
*What is profit per dollar of asset?
Return on equity (ROE) =
*What is the rate of return for stockholders?
Return on equity (ROE) = Profit margin * Total asset turnover * Equity multiplier
Market value ratios
(We assume that Prufrock has 33 million shares outstanding and stock sold for $88 per share at the end of the year.)
EPS=
Price-earnings ratio=
Market-to-book ratio=
4-1
Running head: FULL TITLE OF YOUR PAPER IN CAPS ON ONE LINE1
ABBREVIATED TITLE OF YOUR PAPER 2
Team Paper: Sources of and solutions to conflict in a virtual environment
PJM6210 Communication Skills for Project Managers
Month, day, year
Sources of Conflict in a Virtual Environment
Interpersonal Conflict 🡪 Jones
In the second paragraph, begin addressing your first topic or question. This should directly align to what you stated you were going to talk about in the first se ..
What amount of deferred tax assets or deferred tax liabilities are on the two...Rohit1248
FOR MORE CLASSES VISIT
www.tutorialoutlet.com
Objective: To analyze the financial statements of a publicly traded company
Obtain an annual report from a publicly traded corporation that is interesting to you. Be sure the
company’s financial statements include deferred taxes, postretirement benefits, dilutive
securities, and share-based compensation.
Using techniques you have learned in the previous weeks, respond to the following questions.
ECO-111: MACROECONOMICS
WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT 4 QUESTIONS
1. What is the difference between foreign direct investment and portfolio investment? (13 points)
2. What is the purchasing power parity exchange rate? (13 points)
3. If a country’s currency is expected to appreciate in value, what is the impact of expected exchange rates on the interest rate paid on government bonds? (12 points)
4. Would each of the following groups be happy or unhappy if the U.S. dollar appreciated? Explain.
A. Dutch pension funds holding U.S. government bonds (2 points)
B. U.S. manufacturing industries (2 points)
C. Australian tourists planning a trip to the United States (2 points)
D. An American firm trying to purchase property overseas (2 points)
5. In 2010, a British pound cost $1.56 in U.S. dollars. In 2020, a British pound costs $1.66 in U.S. dollars.
A. In 2010 was the pound weaker or stronger than the U.S. dollar? (2 points)
B. Between 2010 and 2020, did the U.S. dollar appreciate or depreciate versus the pound? (2 points)
C. Calculate the cost of a U.S. dollar in terms of British pounds in 2020. (2 points)
6. Define the concepts of budget deficit and national debt, and explain how they differ from one another. (12 points)
7. The economist Arthur Laffer pointed out that, in some cases, income tax revenue can actually go up when tax rates go down. Explain how this could be true. (12 points)
8. Is it possible for a nation to run budget deficits and still have its debt/GDP ratio fall? Is it possible for a nation to run budget surpluses and still have its debt/GDP ratio fall? Explain. (12 points)
9. Specify whether expansionary or contractionary fiscal policy would seem to be most appropriate in response to each of the situations below.
A. A recession (2 points)
B. A stock market collapse that hurts consumers and business confidence (2 points)
C. Extremely rapid growth of exports (2 points)
D. Rising inflation (2 points)
E. The economy is at its natural rate of unemployment/potential GDP/LRAS. The government decides to enact a massive increase of expenditure. (2 points)
F. A rise in oil prices (2 points)
This work, “Written Assignment 4 Questions,” is a derivative of Principles of Macroeconomics 2e by Steven A. Greenlaw and David Shapiro, OpenStax, used under CC BY 4.0. “Written Assignment 4 Questions” is licensed under CC BY 4.0 by Thomas Edison State University.
Peterson
ENGL 235
Final Report Assignment
1
Purpose: This report will be your final assignment for the class. The weekly class
assignments are designed to prepare you to successfully create this document. In
that way, this assignment asks you to synthesize all of your learning and
demonstrate your mastery of the following course learning outcomes:
Locate, evaluate, and integrate credible research into a written document for
a specific purpose and work-world audience;
Apply appropriate formatting and visual aids for a specific purpose and
work-world audience; ...
2.2 Assignment: Totaling Costs
Getting Started
Production and cost are the fundamental building blocks on the supply side of the market. In this assignment you will learn how to calculate costs and construct cost schedules.
Upon successful completion of this assignment, you will be able to:
Describe the determinants of a firm’s output and costs in the long run.
Use cost relationships to predict a firm’s profit-maximizing decisions.
Resources
Textbook:
Economics for Managers
File: Ch05.ppt
Media: Costs of Production
Background Information
In this assignment you will learn how to calculate costs and construct cost schedules for a small business.
Instructions
Review the rubric to make sure you understand the criteria for earning your grade.
Read Chapter 5, “Production and Cost Analysis in the Short Run,” in
Economics for Managers
. As you read, think about what it costs you to do some basic task.
Download and review the
Ch05.ppt
PowerPoint file.
View the media:
Costs of Production
. This lecture presentation covers output and costs in the short run, deriving long-run average cost and firm profit maximization.
Assess data (in the table below) related to a small lawn mowing business.
Angela hires students at $40 a day to mow lawns.
Regardless of the number of students she hires, Angela leases five lawn mowers for $200 a day.
The following table gives the daily output:
Labor
(students per day)Total Product
(lawns cut per day)0012024437049451146120
Write a one- to two-page paper that addresses the following. Be sure to show your calculations.
Construct the average fixed cost, average variable cost, and average total cost schedules.
Construct the marginal cost schedule.
Check that the gap between total cost and total variable cost is the same at all output levels. Explain why this relationship is so important and demonstrate clear insightful and critical thinking.
When you have completed your assignment, save a copy for yourself and submit a copy to our instructor by the end of the workshop.
==========================================================
2.3 Discussion: Economies of Scale
Getting Started
You will examine production and cost issues in the long run, where all inputs in a production process are variable, using a case study.
Upon successful completion of this discussion, you will be able to:
Interpret a long-run production function in which all inputs can be varied and possibly substituted for each other.
Explain how production and cost analysis is used in management decision making.
Resources
Textbook:
Economics for Managers
Video: COVID-19
Background Information
This information and activity build on the short-run production and cost issues covered in the previous workshop.
Instructions
Review the rubric to make sure you understand the criteria for earning your grade.
Read Chapter 6 and review Chapter 5 in
Economics for Managers.
As you read, think a.
Group Management Concepts Analysis PaperPresentation(100 PointsShainaBoling829
Group Management Concepts Analysis Paper/Presentation
(100 Points)
Objective:
To analyze how management concepts relate to managers to be more effective and efficient. (see below for prompts to help you tackle the assignment). Being a group assignment, students will gain exposure to various perspectives, benefit and learn from different writing styles/strengths, and if each group member contributes at least one journal article, then groups will benefit from having a greater number of articles from which to choose.
Article Selection:
· Each team (4-5 students) will select a journal article (published no earlier than September 1, 2016 in outlets such as Wall Street Journal, Business Week, Forbes, and/or Peer reviewed journal articles in Academic Journals).
· Teams are required to choose an article related to concepts covered in the course and how they are relevant for managers to be more effective and efficient.
Paper Description:
This paper allows you to state your opinion about the management concepts of your choice and then support your claim with facts, theories, or research. Thoroughly explain your opinions and cite as much outside reference support (i.e., peer-reviewed, scholarly journal articles) to substantiate your discussion. Empirical research, in particular, will help strengthen your discussion.
(Note: Do not copy the information present on the web. Emphasis should be to understand the framework for understanding the factors that influence how managers can be more effective and efficient).
Prepare a detailed 8-10 pages concept paper using the questions below as a guide. Be sure to incorporate your readings, and cite your sources using APA guidelines (6th edition including in-text citations and references)
Section 1: Paper Overview (Max. 1 Page, double space)
· Article Specific- Discuss the management concepts and/or functions?
· What is the current status of the company in the industry? (Review Bloomberg.com/Reuters/WSJ/Forbes/PRJ’s.
· Briefly discuss the overview of the article.
Section 2: Identification and Discussion of Management concepts using
P-O-L-C framework. (Max 6 Pages, double space)
Using a Management Concepts lens, the students should be able to identify and discuss at least four management concepts and functions applicable in the selected article mentioned below:
· Management environment and landscape
· Strategy
· Organizational Culture
· Organization Structure (Identify your company’s organization structure; describe how organization use this structure, is it used in combinatory of other; discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the structure used).
· Organization design
· Employee engagement and motivation
· Leadership
· Human Resource Management
· Communications
· Teams
· Performance Management
· Operations
Section 3: Reflection (Max. 3 page, double space)
This section is mainly your analysis of the selected article focusing on the managers to be more effective and efficient.
· Through t ...
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Abstract
This is a single paragraph, no indentation is required. The next page will be an abstract; “a brief, comprehensive summary of the contents of the article; it allows the readers to survey the contents of an article quickly” (Publication Manual, 2010). The length of this abstract should be 35-50 words (2-3 sentences). NOTE: the abstract must be on page 2 and the body of the paper will begin on page 3.
Introduction
Remember to always indent the first line of a paragraph (use the tab key). The introduction should be short (perhaps 3-4 sentences). The margins, font size, spacing, and font type (italics or plain) are set in APA format. While you may change the names of the headings and subheadings, do not change the font or style of font.
In this section, please explain and describe the business you will start by answering the following questions:
a. What will your business sell?
b. Why is this business interesting to you?
Revenue and Profits
This section should be at least 5 sentences in length. Demonstrate that you understand how mathematics is used in business by discussing how your business will generate money. Please answer the following questions:
a. What are your projected year #1 sales? Please discuss how many units will be sold and at what price.
b. What are your projected year #1 expenses and costs? Please discuss what the business will spend money in order to produce the units that are sold.
c. What portion of your sales revenue will be consumed by expenses? Express in fractions and in percentages.
d. What portion of your sales revenue will be profits? Express in fractions and in percentages.
Product Price and Cost
This section should be at least 5 sentences in length. Demonstrate that you understand how mathematics is used in business by providing financial information about the products/services that people will buy from your business. Provide the following information:
a. Provide detail on the prices you will charge (be specific for each product/service you will sell).
b. Provide detail on the costs you must pay to provide each of your products.
c. Explain your price mark-up in percentages and in dollars. Show your calculations.
Investment Requirements
This section should be at least 5 sentences in length. Demonstrate that you understand the course content about banking and loans by discussing your business banking and loans. Answer the following questions:
a. What business accounts will your open? Explain your banking requirements? Describe the bank(s) you would use.
b. Assume that you need to take out a business loan to cover your initial costs and expenses. The amount of the loan is equal to the amount of your projected year #1 expenses and costs (per item 1b above).
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ASSIGNMENT 2
1. Draft a legal memorandum in which you discuss the likelihood of a successfully recovery by your client.
What particular tort or torts can your client claim
What are the elements of the legal claim that must be proven
What are the facts that support or weaken your client’s case
2. Write a summary of the main steps that you, as the paralegal, need to take in order to prepare the Hilary Case for trial.
What are the processes or activities that you will need to conduct so that you are ready for a trial What do you need to do or have someone else do (e.g., prepare motion, subpoena, discovery request)
3. Describe two (2) issues that would cause you to reach out to the supervising attorney for help.
Substantively – do you need more particular facts – which and why
are there other parties whom you need to interview; include as parties – who and why
is there additional legal analysis, experts, information that you need – what and why
4. Draft a letter to the supervising attorney in which you recommend the settlement of the Hilary Case.
Why are you recommending settlement? - What are the strong or weak points that the client needs to understand as reasons for compromising a settlement
Use at least two (2) quality references. Note: Wikipedia and other Websites do not quality as academic resources.
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Week 8 Assignment 3
Student Full Name
Strayer University
BUS499 Business Administration Capstone
Dr. Grizzell, Dr. Gardner
Date
Everything in Blue below should be deleted
Due Week 8 and worth 150 points
Using the corporation you chose from Assignment 1, examine its industry. Research the company on its own Website, the public filings on the Securities and Exchange Commission EDGAR database (http://www.sec.gov/edgar.shtml), in the University's online databases, and any other sources you can find. The annual report will often provide insights that can help address some of these questions. NOTE: Be sure to read Chapters 1 – 10 in the course textbook and complete the LEARN E-Activities for Weeks 1-8 as they set the foundation to this assignment. Be sure to cite your sources! Begin your paper on Page 2 and write a minimum of six (6) pages (does not include Title or Source pages).
Week 8 Assignment 3
Write your brief introduction here: It should not be more than 1 good paragraph (about 5 complete sentences) to introduce the reader to your topic and it should explain in detail what your paper will be discussing. Much of your introduction may be taken from the assignment itself (in your own words). Read the scenario to get a feel for what the paper is about and explain what your paper will be discussing – so be sure to review the Assignment instructions AND Rubric for understanding. Finally, please ask me any questions about this assignment.
Business-Level Strategies
Analyze the business-level strategies for the corporation you chose to determine the business-level strategy you think is most important to the long-term succe.
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HTM 590 Hospitality Company Project Guidelines
Project Objectives
• To enhance student learning of strategic management in the hospitality industry
• To broaden students’ perspectives of the strategic direction and implementation in
major hospitality companies
• To train students to think critically and propose strategic direction for hospitality
companies based on projected changes in the environment
• To allow students the opportunity to take greater responsibility in their learning process
Project Overview
The project includes a written paper. The project accounts for 200 points in total). This document provides
details on the project.
Four Steps
You are required to follow the following steps in completing the Project:
Step 1: Finding a hospitality company. The company can be chosen through initial research based on
your interest, appropriateness of the topic, and information availability. As soon as you make a
decision on a company you must provide the name of the company to the iLearn Discussion
Board “Final Project Companies” If two students choose the same company, the one that posts
to the “Final Project Companies” discussion board first will get the company. It is strongly
recommended that you select a publicly traded company due to the availability of information
pertaining to the firm. If you are choosing a private company, it should be one you are
intimately familiar with as you will need detailed information about the company to complete
the project.
Step 2: Information collection. You are required to search for information from external sources:
Internet, trade magazines, academic journals, and other literature in the libraries, and/or
interviews. You should put all the information together where you can see it and analyze what is
going on. You should also document the complete citation for every piece of information collected
from these sources.
Step 3: Project outline. Based on the requirements of the paper below, you should develop a project
outline detailing the structure of the paper, related information, and sources.
Step 4: Final paper. The final manuscript needs to be professionally written and edited. Each student must
submit one copy of the completed final paper to iLearn.
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Strategic Analysis Report
A complete analysis of a hospitality company will be made including the overall strategy, an evaluation of
the external and internal environment, and strategic recommendations. Each student will choose one
company in the hospitality and tourism industry that is relevant to local economy and/or students’
professional growth. Ideally the student has easy access to contemporary information about this
company.
Assessment of Strategic Analysis Report
Introduction 20 points
Environmental Analysis 100 points
Overall Strategies and Challenges 30 points
Conclusions and Recommendations 30 points
Professional Writing 20 points
Total 200 po.
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Individual Case Instructions
You will identify a problem that requires a change initiative through an organization with which you are associated. You will develop the final case by clearly explaining the problem, by including background, and by completing all of the tasks that are identified below. If you are uncomfortable with using your organization or do not have sufficient visibility to a problem in your organization, you may use theNo Good Deedcase instead.
Here are the tasks to be completed:
1. Use the 6681 case outline mar9'17 (1).docxDownload 6681 case outline mar9'17 (1).docx to help you structure the case in a logical manner.
2. Identify the symptoms that trigger your awareness of the need for change. This is a short explanation that does not require you to describe everything about your organization. Instead, list the set of symptoms that arise from your organization’s current manner of doing business.
3. Choose one of the following diagnostic models and explain each and every component of that model to fully analyze where the real problem exists.
1. The diagnostic models that you may use are: Six-Box, 7-S, or Star. To use these models correctly, you must discuss, comprehensively, each component of the model as it relates to the case.
2. Do not describe the model for the reader. Instead, explain why you chose the model that you chose as the diagnostic guide.
3. Then, explain your analysis of each model component.
4. Do NOT give recommendations in this section. This section is about analysis only. The analysis section describes current conditions.
4. Explain, in detail, the external factors that are impacting change as they relate to this case. Complete the external table found in Elements of a case.docxDownload Elements of a case.docx using the external factors table and the 6681 PESTLE Analysis.docxDownload 6681 PESTLE Analysis.docx that specifically describe the factors of the external environment. If you have a gap in the information in the table, look it up, and provide current information to complete the table. Again, do NOT make recommendations in this section of the case/change plan. Do not tell me what should happen or what you want to see. Describe ONLY what you find as you analyze the information you have looked about the external environment of this industry. Follow the instructions from the lecture videos.
5. Explain, in detail, why the external forces so important to this situation.
6. Explain, in detail, the internal factors that are impacting change as the relate to this case. Complete the internal tables found in Elements of a case.docxDownload Elements of a case.docxthat specifically describe the factors of the internal environment. You will find two internal tables that you will complete. If you have a gap in the information in the table, look it up, and provide current information to complete the table.
7. Analyze/ Map the organization’s culture by explaining each component of the Cultural Web as it r ...
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Individual Case Instructions
You will identify a problem that requires a change initiative through an organization with which you are associated. You will develop the final case by clearly explaining the problem, by including background, and by completing all of the tasks that are identified below. If you are uncomfortable with using your organization or do not have sufficient visibility to a problem in your organization, you may use theNo Good Deedcase instead.
Here are the tasks to be completed:
1. Use the 6681 case outline mar9'17 (1).docxDownload 6681 case outline mar9'17 (1).docx to help you structure the case in a logical manner.
2. Identify the symptoms that trigger your awareness of the need for change. This is a short explanation that does not require you to describe everything about your organization. Instead, list the set of symptoms that arise from your organization’s current manner of doing business.
3. Choose one of the following diagnostic models and explain each and every component of that model to fully analyze where the real problem exists.
1. The diagnostic models that you may use are: Six-Box, 7-S, or Star. To use these models correctly, you must discuss, comprehensively, each component of the model as it relates to the case.
2. Do not describe the model for the reader. Instead, explain why you chose the model that you chose as the diagnostic guide.
3. Then, explain your analysis of each model component.
4. Do NOT give recommendations in this section. This section is about analysis only. The analysis section describes current conditions.
4. Explain, in detail, the external factors that are impacting change as they relate to this case. Complete the external table found in Elements of a case.docxDownload Elements of a case.docx using the external factors table and the 6681 PESTLE Analysis.docxDownload 6681 PESTLE Analysis.docx that specifically describe the factors of the external environment. If you have a gap in the information in the table, look it up, and provide current information to complete the table. Again, do NOT make recommendations in this section of the case/change plan. Do not tell me what should happen or what you want to see. Describe ONLY what you find as you analyze the information you have looked about the external environment of this industry. Follow the instructions from the lecture videos.
5. Explain, in detail, why the external forces so important to this situation.
6. Explain, in detail, the internal factors that are impacting change as the relate to this case. Complete the internal tables found in Elements of a case.docxDownload Elements of a case.docxthat specifically describe the factors of the internal environment. You will find two internal tables that you will complete. If you have a gap in the information in the table, look it up, and provide current information to complete the table.
7. Analyze/ Map the organization’s culture by explaining each component of the Cultural Web as it r ...
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Accounting for Managers:
Case Study Part 1, Due March 19
th
, 2017
Comprehensive Project - Part I
A.
Research and then describe your company's primary business activities. Include:
1.
A brief historical summary,
2.
A list of competitors,
3.
The company's position within the industry,
4.
Recent developments within the company/industry,
5.
Future direction, and
6.
Other items of significance to your corporation.
B.
Include information from a variety of resources. For example:
1.
Consult the Form 10-K filed with the SEC.
2.
Review the Annual Report and especially the Letter to Shareholders
3.
Explore the corporate website.
4.
Select at least two significant news items from recent business periodicals
C.
Submit a written report that is 2-4 pages long. The report should be well written with introductory and concluding paragraphs. References must be appropriately cited. Be sure to address all of the points in Section A above, using all of the resources listed in Section B. Format: Double-spaced, one-inch margins, using a 12-point Times New Roman font. Include a complete bibliography.
Prior to beginning this activity you should review:
1.
Schoenebeck and Holtzman (2013). Interpreting and Analyzing Financial Statements (6th ed.)
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Chapter 5: Statement of Cash Flow’s
2.
Fraser and Ormiston (2013). Understanding Financial Statements (10th ed.)
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Chapter 4: Statement of Cash Flows
3.
Module 5 Powerpoint [PDF File Size 3.91 Mb]
Case Study Part 2, Due March 26
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, 2017
Comprehensive Project - Part II:
The purpose of the second part of the comprehensive project is to compute financial statement ratios.
A.
Based on formulas given in Appendix B, compute the following ratios in Excel for two years.
1.
Debt ratio
2.
Gross profit margin
3.
Free cash flow
4.
Times interest earned
5.
Accounts receivable turnover
6.
Inventory turnover
B.
Prepare a DuPont Analysis of ROE for two years, including computations of
1.
Return on Sales
2.
Asset Turnover
3.
Return on Assets
4.
Financial Leverage
5.
Return on Equity
C.
Briefly evaluate the ratio trends. Indicate on your worksheet whether each ratio is:
1.
stronger / weaker
2.
quicker /slower
3.
more / less liquid
4.
more / less risk
D.
Submit a report. Write a 2-4 page report evaluating trends in all of the above ratios. Discuss whether your company's profitability, efficiency, liquidity, and solvency are improving or deteriorating.
Format: Double-spaced, one-inch margins, using a 12-point Times New Roman font.
Prior to beginning this activity, you should review:
1.
Schoenebeck and Holtzman (2013). Interpreting and Analyzing Financial Statements (6th ed.)
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Chapter 6: Specific Accounts
Case Study Part 3, Due April 2
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, 2017
Comprehensive Project Part III:
The purpose of the third part of the comprehensive project is to use resources available to obtain industry averages for commonly used ratios. Additionally you will compare company ratio results to industry ave.
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5.1 Assignment: Reading and Remediation
Getting Started
Viewing the videos and practicing using the practice Excel file with its video can prepare you for the work needed on the research report.
In order to successfully complete this exercise, you should be able to:
Review videos about statistics fundamentals.
Practice with the Excel file provided.
Resources
File: WS5Practice
File: WS5Homework
Video: Chi-Square
Video: Chi-Square Testing
Textbook:
OpenIntro Statistics
File: Chi-Square_10by10.xlsx
Background Information
Providing background and descriptive statistics is like a literature review section of a dissertation. You review and communicate the analysis on the raw data. You present visual representations of the data to give meaning to the raw data.
Instructions
Watch the following video on chi-square:
Watch the Excel remediation videos on chi-square testing:
Chi-Square Testing
using the
Chi-Square_10by10.xlsx
file.
An optional supplementary textbook is
OpenIntro Statistics
, and you can read the concepts there.
Use the lab file
WS5Practice
to practice the Excel skills (includes an Excel hands-on video inside the spreadsheet as a link).
Use the file
WS5Homework
to demonstrate the Excel skills. Each of the three problems is worth 20 points, for a total of 60 points possible for this assignment.
When you have completed your assignment, save a copy for yourself and submit a copy to your instructor by the end of the workshop.
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5.2 Assignment: Summarizing Raw Data
Getting Started
Being able to summarize data using pivot tables is a crucial skill to develop in business and research. Excel provides a powerful pivot table tool that is heavily used in finance, accounting, information technology, and other business areas. In this course, the skill is used to support a chi-square analysis.
In order to successfully complete this assignment, you should be able to:
Summarize data into a contingency table from raw data using pivot tables.
Resources
File: WS5-2_PivotTables
File: WS5-2_PivotAssignment
Instructions
Review the rubric to make sure you understand the criteria for earning your grade.
Read the file
WS5-2_PivotTables
.
After reading the Word document, open the file
WS5-2_PivotAssignment
.
Create the appropriate summary tables called contingency tables.
Turn in an Excel file showing the pivot table you have created.
When you have completed your assignment, save a copy for yourself and submit a copy to your instructor by the end of the workshop.
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5.4 Assignment: Create Categorical Hypothesis
Getting Started
After the prior activities, the analysis section can be written for the research report. Since there are three analyses to perform, this is a partial assignment for the analysis section.
In order to successfully complete this assignment, you should be able to:
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Name:
Student Name
Assignment:
Textbook Case Analysis Executive Summary – Week
Date Submitted:
Course (include the section number:
MG495 Business Policy
Statement of Academic Integrity:
I certify that:
1. I prepared this document specifically for this class;
2. I am the author of this document;
3. I am fully disclosing and giving proper credit to any outside assistance received in its preparation;
4. I cited sources of information (e.g., data, ideas, charts, etc.) and used this material to support this document.
5. I did not receive any assistance / help / guidance from others.
Student’s Signature (type your full name):
Writing a Textbook Business Case Analysis Executive Summary Comment by : To be eligible for grading:
the assignment must follow APA formatting,
Incorporate all prior feedback of APA/grammar errors
provide an opening,
employ discussion about the topics identified in the Syllabus by using the to the headings provided (Synopsis of the Case, Relevant Factual Information about the problem/decision the organization faced, Explanation of relevant concepts, theories and applications derived from the course materials, Recommendations and alternative recommendations),
end with a conclusion,
Supply an APA formatted reference page
Contain appropriate in-text citation throughout
The length of the paper should not exceed three pages.
Student Name
Park University
Writing a Textbook Business Case Analysis Executive Summary Comment by : This should be a restatement of your paper’s title. See the sample page at p. 41 of the Publication Manual
Only provide the page number in the right hand corner. Do not provide a running header unless the item is for publication APA rule 8.03. See the sample paper starting at p. 41 of the Publication Manual
Double space, indent the first word of each paragraphs and use 12 point Times new Roman font justified to the left margin. See rule 8.03 (APA, 2009).
APA does not permit the use of the word introduction as a level heading (APA, 2009, Rule 3.03 p. 63) In fact, the opening does not even carry a heading, except for a restatement of the paper’s title. One is assumed by its placement at the beginning. Your opening should provide specific and meaningful information relevant to the business issue of the case. Appropriate in-text citation must be provided. The executive summary should be analytical in nature encompassing a forward thinking view. Comment by :
Synopsis of the Case Comment by : Us the topic headings and descriptions provided to draft the case analysis.
The content of the synopsis should present relevant background facts about the case under examination. The information provided should be supported by APA in-text citation. Provide only facts related to the business aspects of the case. Discussion of the background should be minimal (i.e., a paragraph, two at most), but still analytical.
Relevant Factual Information about the Problem or Decision the Org ...
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Name:
Student Name
Assignment:
Textbook Case Analysis Executive Summary – Week
Date Submitted:
Course (include the section number:
MG495 Business Policy
Statement of Academic Integrity:
I certify that:
1. I prepared this document specifically for this class;
2. I am the author of this document;
3. I am fully disclosing and giving proper credit to any outside assistance received in its preparation;
4. I cited sources of information (e.g., data, ideas, charts, etc.) and used this material to support this document.
5. I did not receive any assistance / help / guidance from others.
Student’s Signature (type your full name):
Writing a Textbook Business Case Analysis Executive Summary Comment by : To be eligible for grading:
the assignment must follow APA formatting,
Incorporate all prior feedback of APA/grammar errors
provide an opening,
employ discussion about the topics identified in the Syllabus by using the to the headings provided (Synopsis of the Case, Relevant Factual Information about the problem/decision the organization faced, Explanation of relevant concepts, theories and applications derived from the course materials, Recommendations and alternative recommendations),
end with a conclusion,
Supply an APA formatted reference page
Contain appropriate in-text citation throughout
The length of the paper should not exceed three pages.
Student Name
Park University
Writing a Textbook Business Case Analysis Executive Summary Comment by : This should be a restatement of your paper’s title. See the sample page at p. 41 of the Publication Manual
Only provide the page number in the right hand corner. Do not provide a running header unless the item is for publication APA rule 8.03. See the sample paper starting at p. 41 of the Publication Manual
Double space, indent the first word of each paragraphs and use 12 point Times new Roman font justified to the left margin. See rule 8.03 (APA, 2009).
APA does not permit the use of the word introduction as a level heading (APA, 2009, Rule 3.03 p. 63) In fact, the opening does not even carry a heading, except for a restatement of the paper’s title. One is assumed by its placement at the beginning. Your opening should provide specific and meaningful information relevant to the business issue of the case. Appropriate in-text citation must be provided. The executive summary should be analytical in nature encompassing a forward thinking view. Comment by :
Synopsis of the Case Comment by : Us the topic headings and descriptions provided to draft the case analysis.
The content of the synopsis should present relevant background facts about the case under examination. The information provided should be supported by APA in-text citation. Provide only facts related to the business aspects of the case. Discussion of the background should be minimal (i.e., a paragraph, two at most), but still analytical.
Relevant Factual Information about the Problem or Decision the Org.
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Discussion #1:
Part 1: There is evidence that small stocks and value stocks perform better over the long term than the market averages. What are some logical reasons for this phenomenon?
Part 2: There is strong evidence that many investors suffer from familiarity bias and overconfidence bias. Can you explain why these biases might exist? Can you think of a situation in which you might make these mistakes (if you hadn’t learned about these biases in this module)?
Include some news that is less than a year old that is applicable to this discussion.
Points from the professor:
Class:
For the week 5 discussion...you may wish to include a discussion/observation regarding the process (somewhat involved) with selecting individual stocks for a given portfolio...
If in fact, part '1' is correct...then, 'how' does the average retail investor 'find' these firms and, properly analyze/follow said firms
As to part 2 of this question...does a familiarity and/or overconfidence have anything to do with what the 'street' calls a 'herd' mentality...?
'How' might an investor avoid these areas (Herd or other market dysfunction's)...
'What' value might professionally managed portfolio's (mutual funds) offer to both parts 1 and 2 of this discussion question...?
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Discussion #2:
Discuss how you would use the material covered in this module for a future position in management.
Topics covered in this Module:
•Explain the elements of project management.
•Use manual CPM/PERT techniques to solve for the critical path for a project.
•Compare the different methods for solving more complicated versions of these type problems.
MBA 570
Writing Assignment 2 Instructions and Rubric
Instructions
The second writing assignment is due at the end of Module 6. You are advised to begin
working on the second writing assignment during Module 4.
This writing assignment should be in an essay format. It should use two or more published
news or academic articles which are less than a year old as cited references. This writing
assignment addresses the values learning outcome (LO7) as detailed in the syllabus.
For this assignment, assume that you are a corporate manager that needs to make an
important decision. Your company currently has its largest factory (700 employees) located
in the Midwestern United States. This factory is currently not competitive in international
markets and its poor results are threatening to force the entire company into bankruptcy.
The company employs 3,000 in other areas of the U.S.
You have to decide whether to keep the factory where it is or move it to Canada or Ireland.
You can only keep one factory open. The corporate tax rates of Canada (20%) and Ireland
(15%) are much lower than the U.S. (35%). Labor costs will not change significantly
because the cost of training new employees will be offset by the replacement of highly paid
.
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Course Project: Development and Analysis of Two Mini Case Studies
Class: BUSN412 Business Policy
GRADING RUBRIC & EXPECTATIONS AT THE BOTTOM
Objectives
Select, develop, and analyze two mini case studies. The purpose of this project is to identify a successful strategy and compare and contrast it with an unsuccessful strategy, with the aim of identifying critical success factors (CSFs). You may select two strategies developed in the same company or from entirely different companies—or, indeed, different industries.
Case studies are used extensively in teaching business. Typically students perform an analysis on a case study prepared by an author or the professor—in this instance, the student is the author of the cases. The case study research strategy provides the opportunity to develop an in-depth understanding of an organization or event—data can be collected from multiple sources (for example, company websites, interviews, or published articles).
Please select two examples that reflect success and failure—collect data from multiple sources and develop two mini case studies of 500 words in length. Perform a cross-case analysis by comparing and contrasting the case studies on points of parity and points of difference. This should entail developing a framework, similar to many of the frameworks presented in class (e.g., SWOT or Five Forces) and analyzing the key data in your case studies. The analysis should be presented after your case studies and should be followed by a brief concluding statement and references in APA format.
Guidelines
Mini Case I: (Success): Sufficient length begins with general points and moves to a focus on specifics, evidence of success, good quality content—relevant, accurate, and timely.
Mini Case II: (Failure): Sufficient length begins with general points and moves to a focus on specifics, evidence of failure, good quality content—relevant, accurate, and timely.
Cross-Case Analysis: Once you have completed your cases you need to conduct a cross-case analysis. This requires comparing the two cases to determine points of similarity and points of difference.
Research Skills: Each case uses four to six sources, and sources are cited in the text and at the end of the case study in APA format.
Writing Skills: Ideas are communicated clearly in business English and using the appropriate business terminology. Work should be prepared following the development of a rough draft, revision, editing, and proofing to produce a final polished report.
A successful project will meet all of these requirements to earn a maximum of 200 points. At the conclusion of this project it will be beneficial to compare what factors are selected by your peers. Are there patterns here?
Milestones
· Week 1: Select company strategies, read supporting documents in Doc Sharing.
· Weeks 2–7: Research and prepare rough draft and analysis, followed by revision, editing, and proofing—obtaining feedback.
· Week 8: Submit Final Report.
Grading Rubrics.
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at least 2 references in each peer responses!
I noticed that there are many proposed policies on the agenda that are related to healthcare. Some of them are specific to the nursing practice. This creates the opportunity for the nurse to advocate for policies that impact nursing and healthcare directly by providing first-hand accounts and professional opinions supported by research. Nurses have insight on issues, such as patient safety and satisfaction, health disparities, access to care, and promoting positive outcomes (Abood, 2016).
The problem is that some nurses are unable to navigate through the politics of regulation and policy (Abood, 2016). This can create a challenge and become discouraging for nurses looking to make an impact or promote an agenda (Abood, 2016). Nurses can overcome this difficulty by participating in internships and workshops that provide the opportunity for a nurse to learn about the legislative process and the current issues being discussed (Abood, 2016). Understanding the political process is an essential method for effectively advocate for an issue. Nurses have to learn to play the game to promote change or obtain the scarcely rationed funding available.
According to Milstead and Short (2019), key opportunities to advocate for policy lies in knowledge and perception. Being knowledgeable on an issue can increase your influence as an advocate. Perception is a significant key in politics. Being perceived as a valuable collaborator or obtaining the support of a mentor that is respected can help push your agenda (Milstead & Short, 2019). Networking plays a significant role in politics. being introduced respected mentor or partner can help a nurse gain influence with rallying for support of a proposed agenda (Milstead & Short, 2019).
Probably the most significant opportunity for a nurse to advocate for a policy comes with becoming a member of a nursing association. Nurses associations like the American Nurses Association (ANA) are set up with the mission of influencing policy and advocating for the nurses and patients (ANA, 2019). The strength lies in numbers with the nursing association. Many of these organizations have built relationships with politicians and political parties to gain influence to support their agendas. For example, the ANA tends to favor and support democratic candidates (Milstead & Short, 2019). Nurses associations have enough members to get the attention of lawmakers. However, the nurse still has to task of advocating within the association to gain support from its members.
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Marilyn Lysohir, an internationally celebrated ceramic artist, started Cowgirl Chocolates to provide some funding support for a yearly published arts magazine, High Ground, that she and her husband, Ross Coates, started in 1995. Her love of chocolates and hot and spicy foods spurred the idea of making hot and spicy chocolates to be sold in creative, artistic tins and packaging, which she labeled Cowgirl Chocolates. Her small business, begun in 1997, had won a number of awards in fiery food competitions. While Cowgirl Chocolates had grown steadily over its four years in business, it still had only generated $30,000 in sales revenue in 2000, which was not enough to cover expenses. Marilyn had drained much of her personal savings to keep Cowgirl Chocolates in business. Her cash accounting methods and record keeping were not very sophisticated although she seemed to have a good sense of her costs in production and raw materials and the packaging. However, Marilyn had taken a shotgun approach to most of her marketing efforts and had tried a number of activities to increase product demand. She allowed herself to make one risky financial move each year in her pursuit of profitability and increased sales. She had just made her one risky move for year 2001: She had taken out a full-page ad in Chile Pepper magazine for $3,000.
Questions
1. The suggested retail price and wholesale prices of Cowgirl Chocolates products are displayed in Exhibit 2 (p. 491) along with the product and packaging costs. Based on this information, discuss the relative merits of using a cost-based, demand-based, and competition-based pricing method. (50 points)
2. What are four (4) options that Cowgirl Chocolates may consider as far as pricing? What would you recommend? (50 points)
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Dr. Joubert and colleagues, the study of leadership has developed, giving forth new theories and structures that explore the description of what it means to be a leader, and how to carry out the same effect. It would be pragmatic to note that one is not made a leader by a job title but through practical impact in. The situational theory is one such theory that can be effective in the medical field. This theory, often referred to as the Hersey-Blanchard situational leadership theory, suggests that no single leadership theory style is the best. However, Researchers and developers of leadership theories have not agreed on the leadership theories (Duggan et al., 2015)
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Nursing leadership is a multidimensional concept. The nursing profession involves role model leaders that can transform their environment and leading their teams to succeed by overcoming obstacles. Situational leadership requires the leader to transform their leadership style to meet the followers' leadership needs (Marshall & Broome, 2017). Developing a single satisfying leadership theory has become problematic due to these phenomena. Leadership style has a direct impact on the quality of care administered by the nurse team. The leadership style defines the quality of the relationship between the leader and the followers and sets the tone and mood of the work environment (Laureate Education, 2018).
Our director of nursing practice a contingency leadership style. Aware of the different dispositions on our team, she treats each nurse based on their abilities and needs. At times, she exercises Laissez-fair leadership, dictatorial, transformational, democratic, and other transformational styles. I was amazed by the approach. It helped to manage the team. For instance, the recalcitrant nurse received warnings, punishment for mistakes, and reward for an excellent performance. These restrained her actions and caused her to develop positive behaviors and care towards patients.
In Addition to the application of situational leadership style, she had leadership characteristics such as charisma, honesty, communication skills, creativity, innovativeness, decision-making, and integrity. Combination of the style and the qualities facilitated leading our team initiatives. to create a leader that we were all revered. According to Calderon-Mafud and Pando-Moreno (2018), organizations experience cultures of flexibility, social support, innovation, an also increased personal confidence, and openness to change. Furthermore, the implementation of an authentic leadership style mostly behaved as a middleman in the organization as it increased work productivity, helped implement staff engagement, and improving job satisfaction.
References
Calderon-Mafud, J. L., & Pando-Moreno, M. (2018). Role of authentic leadership in
organizational socialization and work engagement among workers.
Psychology
, 9, 46-62. doi:10.4236/psych.2018.91.
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At each decision point, you should evaluate all options before selecting your decision and moving throughout the exercise. Before you make your decision, make sure that you have researched each option and that you evaluate the decision that you will select. Be sure to research each option using the primary literature.
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t an elevation of nearly four thousand metres above sea
level, Comitancillo, a province in northwestern Guate
mala, was a formidable place to farm. The air was thin
and cold. I followed Rosa towards her home along a
well-trodden path on the side of the mountain. My lungs were
crying for oxygen, overworking like moth wings. Maya-Mam
communities had lived on these barren slopes in northwestern
Guatemala for nearly five hundred years. Before the arrival
of the Spanish in the 1500s, the Mam splintered off from the
Mayan Empire, which had chased them off the lush green flats
and up into the Sierra Madre. Looking down the mountainside,
I witnessed how the Mam adapted to live on their mountain
fortress: they'd carved steps into the mountainside, thousands
of terraces that cascaded down to the bottom of the valley. I
was awestruck by such architecture. "We've been cultivating la
milpa for hundreds of years," said Rosa. Milpa was a Spanish
word that summed up the three crops that had sustained the
Mam for centuries: maize, beans, and squash. Planting all three
crops together formed a sacrosanct principle of Mam farming.
The Mam were one of twenty-four indigenous cultures in
Guatemala, a country where nearly 50 per cent of the popu
lation were indigenous people, most of whom dwelled in rural
areas and depended on subsistence and small-scale agricul
ture for survival. Despite having a near majority of indigenous
people comprising its population, the country had never elected
an indigenous president. The mestizo elite owned politics and
power in Guatemala, while the Mam formed only a minus
cule fraction of the country's population. Marginalized to the
mountains in the northwest, they survived on growing food and
grazing livestock. Traditionally, men played a larger role in farm
management while women were responsible for grazing sheep,
grinding maize, cooking, cleaning, and nurturing the family.
The dusty husks of the harvest and the season past dried in
the slanted fields on the mountainsides. The bright sun caught
and illuminated their yellow leftovers into gold. Nothing
would be wasted on the mountains. Rosa would harvest the
dried crops for pig and sheep feed.
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"Our seeds are hardy and meant for these mountains. The
seeds people try to sell us don't do well in Comitancillo. They
grow and the wind breaks them."
Years of living on the mountains had also ground Rosa into a
hardy woman. The fifty-year-old woman barely reached five feet.
She wore a striking turquoise blue huipil, a traditional blouse,
embroidered with magenta flowers. She parted her long black
hair in the middle and braided it down her back in a single
rope. Rosa was a widow. Her husband had died twelve years
earlier after falling from the rickety scaffolding on a construc
tion site and quickly dying of his injuries. He'd been working
as a migrant labourer in Xela, a city situated in one of the valley
flats, nearly th.
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At a minimum, your outline should include the following:
Introduction
Identify the topic
What makes this a global ethical dilemma
Why we should care about this
Thesis statement
Rationale for one side of dilemma
Evidence based support #1 (reason and resource)
Evidence based support #2 (reason and resource)
Evidence based support #3 (reason and resource)
Rationale for the OTHER side of the dilemma (at least three points)
Evidence based support #1 (reason and resource)
Evidence based support #2 (reason and resource)
Evidence based support #3 (reason and resource)
Compare this issue in different countries
Identify country #1 and how they view/experience this issue
Identify country #2 and how they view/experience this issue
Identify country #3 and how they view/experience this issue
Conclusion
References
Compose your work in a .doc or .docx file
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Pay attention to the required length of these assignments. These assignments consist of reading a newspaper article about a designated region of the world--specific for each assignment--and writing an essay about it.
Primary sources are documents or other materials such as photographs, art work, coins, tapestries, etc. produced at the time period under consideration. https://library.uncw.edu/guides/finding_primary_sources is a website that gives information on what a primary source is and how historians [or anyone writing about history] use them. Look at the attached file for questions to ask of any source that you would consider a primary source.
For these newspaper article and extra credit assignments you are to find a substantive newspaper article [most newspapers are available online--it must be from a newspaper, not a website only or cablenews organization--NOT yahoonews, not cnn.com, not foxnews, not msnbc--only a published newspaper.] about the region designated for that assignment. If the article you choose is too short you will have trouble doing the assignment. Also, note that if an article is about birds, or insects or any non-human source that is not connected to humanity, it is not appropriate for this assignment. Any good newspaper article is based on sources, which historians would designate as primary sources. So an important part of these assignments is to identify the primary sources used by the author of the article you choose. Primary sources are the building blocks of history. You can think of them like eyewitness accounts or physical evidence produced at the time of an incident or crime being considered in a courtroom proceeding or trial. Without evidence a jury couldn’t make a fair decision in a case. In the same way, without primary sources, history cannot be written--and good newspaper articles cannot be written. So part of this assignment is asking you to decide if the reporter writing the article you select has actually used good primary sources. Does he or she have real evidence and enough of it to write the article? Does the reporter have a particular viewpoint or bias? Could you imagine the article being used as a primary source by a historian in the future for writing history about this time period? How useful would the document be and does it have any weaknesses or drawbacks as a piece of evidence? What else might a historian need, besides the article you are analyzing, to give a more complete or balanced discussion of the topic?
Your assignments will be graded on:
Formatting: 1 inch margins; your name, course number & assignment number [first, second or third] on top of first page. No other information is needed for a heading, and no repeat headers allowed. Following this formatting, cite the author(s) of the article, the title of the article, the name of the newspaper in which it appears [the title of the newspaper should be underlined] and the date of its publi.
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At a generic level, innovation is a core business process concerned with renewing what the
organization offers the world and the ways in which it creates and delivers that offering. And
to do this they all need to carry out these activities:
• Searching – scanning the environment (internal and external) for, and processing relevant signals about, threats and opportunities for change.
• Selecting – deciding (on the basis of a strategic view of how the enterprise can best
• develop) which of these signals to respond to
• Implementing – translating the potential in the trigger idea into something new and launching it in an internal or external market. Making this happen is not a single event but requires attention to:
Acquiring the knowledge resources to enable the innovation (for example, by creating something new through R&D, market research, etc., acquiring knowledge from elsewhere via technology transfer, strategic alliance, etc.).
Executing the project under conditions of uncertainty which require extensive problem-solving.
Launching the innovation and managing the process of initial adoption
Sustaining adoption and use in the long-term – or revisiting the original idea and modifying it – reinnovation.
Learning – enterprises have (but may not always take) the opportunity to learn from progressing through this cycle so that they can build their knowledge base and can improve the ways in which the process is managed.
But they differ widely in the ways in which this is done and the importance of different elements.
In this exercise pick a sector – e.g. food retailing, airlines, chemicals, public administration – and draw a map of their particular version of this process. How does it work out in practice? Where are they likely to need or to place most emphasis?
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A list of competitors,
3.
The company's position within the industry,
4.
Recent developments within the company/industry,
5.
Future direction, and
6.
Other items of significance to your corporation.
B.
Include information from a variety of resources. For example:
1.
Consult the Form 10-K filed with the SEC.
2.
Review the Annual Report and especially the Letter to Shareholders
3.
Explore the corporate website.
4.
Select at least two significant news items from recent business periodicals
C.
Submit a written report that is 2-4 pages long. The report should be well written with introductory and concluding paragraphs. References must be appropriately cited. Be sure to address all of the points in Section A above, using all of the resources listed in Section B. Format: Double-spaced, one-inch margins, using a 12-point Times New Roman font. Include a complete bibliography.
Prior to beginning this activity you should review:
1.
Schoenebeck and Holtzman (2013). Interpreting and Analyzing Financial Statements (6th ed.)
o
Chapter 5: Statement of Cash Flow’s
2.
Fraser and Ormiston (2013). Understanding Financial Statements (10th ed.)
o
Chapter 4: Statement of Cash Flows
3.
Module 5 Powerpoint [PDF File Size 3.91 Mb]
Case Study Part 2, Due March 26
th
, 2017
Comprehensive Project - Part II:
The purpose of the second part of the comprehensive project is to compute financial statement ratios.
A.
Based on formulas given in Appendix B, compute the following ratios in Excel for two years.
1.
Debt ratio
2.
Gross profit margin
3.
Free cash flow
4.
Times interest earned
5.
Accounts receivable turnover
6.
Inventory turnover
B.
Prepare a DuPont Analysis of ROE for two years, including computations of
1.
Return on Sales
2.
Asset Turnover
3.
Return on Assets
4.
Financial Leverage
5.
Return on Equity
C.
Briefly evaluate the ratio trends. Indicate on your worksheet whether each ratio is:
1.
stronger / weaker
2.
quicker /slower
3.
more / less liquid
4.
more / less risk
D.
Submit a report. Write a 2-4 page report evaluating trends in all of the above ratios. Discuss whether your company's profitability, efficiency, liquidity, and solvency are improving or deteriorating.
Format: Double-spaced, one-inch margins, using a 12-point Times New Roman font.
Prior to beginning this activity, you should review:
1.
Schoenebeck and Holtzman (2013). Interpreting and Analyzing Financial Statements (6th ed.)
o
Chapter 6: Specific Accounts
Case Study Part 3, Due April 2
nd
, 2017
Comprehensive Project Part III:
The purpose of the third part of the comprehensive project is to use resources available to obtain industry averages for commonly used ratios. Additionally you will compare company ratio results to industry ave.
5.1 Assignment Reading and RemediationGetting Start.docxdomenicacullison
5.1 Assignment: Reading and Remediation
Getting Started
Viewing the videos and practicing using the practice Excel file with its video can prepare you for the work needed on the research report.
In order to successfully complete this exercise, you should be able to:
Review videos about statistics fundamentals.
Practice with the Excel file provided.
Resources
File: WS5Practice
File: WS5Homework
Video: Chi-Square
Video: Chi-Square Testing
Textbook:
OpenIntro Statistics
File: Chi-Square_10by10.xlsx
Background Information
Providing background and descriptive statistics is like a literature review section of a dissertation. You review and communicate the analysis on the raw data. You present visual representations of the data to give meaning to the raw data.
Instructions
Watch the following video on chi-square:
Watch the Excel remediation videos on chi-square testing:
Chi-Square Testing
using the
Chi-Square_10by10.xlsx
file.
An optional supplementary textbook is
OpenIntro Statistics
, and you can read the concepts there.
Use the lab file
WS5Practice
to practice the Excel skills (includes an Excel hands-on video inside the spreadsheet as a link).
Use the file
WS5Homework
to demonstrate the Excel skills. Each of the three problems is worth 20 points, for a total of 60 points possible for this assignment.
When you have completed your assignment, save a copy for yourself and submit a copy to your instructor by the end of the workshop.
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5.2 Assignment: Summarizing Raw Data
Getting Started
Being able to summarize data using pivot tables is a crucial skill to develop in business and research. Excel provides a powerful pivot table tool that is heavily used in finance, accounting, information technology, and other business areas. In this course, the skill is used to support a chi-square analysis.
In order to successfully complete this assignment, you should be able to:
Summarize data into a contingency table from raw data using pivot tables.
Resources
File: WS5-2_PivotTables
File: WS5-2_PivotAssignment
Instructions
Review the rubric to make sure you understand the criteria for earning your grade.
Read the file
WS5-2_PivotTables
.
After reading the Word document, open the file
WS5-2_PivotAssignment
.
Create the appropriate summary tables called contingency tables.
Turn in an Excel file showing the pivot table you have created.
When you have completed your assignment, save a copy for yourself and submit a copy to your instructor by the end of the workshop.
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5.4 Assignment: Create Categorical Hypothesis
Getting Started
After the prior activities, the analysis section can be written for the research report. Since there are three analyses to perform, this is a partial assignment for the analysis section.
In order to successfully complete this assignment, you should be able to:
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Name:
Student Name
Assignment:
Textbook Case Analysis Executive Summary – Week
Date Submitted:
Course (include the section number:
MG495 Business Policy
Statement of Academic Integrity:
I certify that:
1. I prepared this document specifically for this class;
2. I am the author of this document;
3. I am fully disclosing and giving proper credit to any outside assistance received in its preparation;
4. I cited sources of information (e.g., data, ideas, charts, etc.) and used this material to support this document.
5. I did not receive any assistance / help / guidance from others.
Student’s Signature (type your full name):
Writing a Textbook Business Case Analysis Executive Summary Comment by : To be eligible for grading:
the assignment must follow APA formatting,
Incorporate all prior feedback of APA/grammar errors
provide an opening,
employ discussion about the topics identified in the Syllabus by using the to the headings provided (Synopsis of the Case, Relevant Factual Information about the problem/decision the organization faced, Explanation of relevant concepts, theories and applications derived from the course materials, Recommendations and alternative recommendations),
end with a conclusion,
Supply an APA formatted reference page
Contain appropriate in-text citation throughout
The length of the paper should not exceed three pages.
Student Name
Park University
Writing a Textbook Business Case Analysis Executive Summary Comment by : This should be a restatement of your paper’s title. See the sample page at p. 41 of the Publication Manual
Only provide the page number in the right hand corner. Do not provide a running header unless the item is for publication APA rule 8.03. See the sample paper starting at p. 41 of the Publication Manual
Double space, indent the first word of each paragraphs and use 12 point Times new Roman font justified to the left margin. See rule 8.03 (APA, 2009).
APA does not permit the use of the word introduction as a level heading (APA, 2009, Rule 3.03 p. 63) In fact, the opening does not even carry a heading, except for a restatement of the paper’s title. One is assumed by its placement at the beginning. Your opening should provide specific and meaningful information relevant to the business issue of the case. Appropriate in-text citation must be provided. The executive summary should be analytical in nature encompassing a forward thinking view. Comment by :
Synopsis of the Case Comment by : Us the topic headings and descriptions provided to draft the case analysis.
The content of the synopsis should present relevant background facts about the case under examination. The information provided should be supported by APA in-text citation. Provide only facts related to the business aspects of the case. Discussion of the background should be minimal (i.e., a paragraph, two at most), but still analytical.
Relevant Factual Information about the Problem or Decision the Org ...
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2
Name:
Student Name
Assignment:
Textbook Case Analysis Executive Summary – Week
Date Submitted:
Course (include the section number:
MG495 Business Policy
Statement of Academic Integrity:
I certify that:
1. I prepared this document specifically for this class;
2. I am the author of this document;
3. I am fully disclosing and giving proper credit to any outside assistance received in its preparation;
4. I cited sources of information (e.g., data, ideas, charts, etc.) and used this material to support this document.
5. I did not receive any assistance / help / guidance from others.
Student’s Signature (type your full name):
Writing a Textbook Business Case Analysis Executive Summary Comment by : To be eligible for grading:
the assignment must follow APA formatting,
Incorporate all prior feedback of APA/grammar errors
provide an opening,
employ discussion about the topics identified in the Syllabus by using the to the headings provided (Synopsis of the Case, Relevant Factual Information about the problem/decision the organization faced, Explanation of relevant concepts, theories and applications derived from the course materials, Recommendations and alternative recommendations),
end with a conclusion,
Supply an APA formatted reference page
Contain appropriate in-text citation throughout
The length of the paper should not exceed three pages.
Student Name
Park University
Writing a Textbook Business Case Analysis Executive Summary Comment by : This should be a restatement of your paper’s title. See the sample page at p. 41 of the Publication Manual
Only provide the page number in the right hand corner. Do not provide a running header unless the item is for publication APA rule 8.03. See the sample paper starting at p. 41 of the Publication Manual
Double space, indent the first word of each paragraphs and use 12 point Times new Roman font justified to the left margin. See rule 8.03 (APA, 2009).
APA does not permit the use of the word introduction as a level heading (APA, 2009, Rule 3.03 p. 63) In fact, the opening does not even carry a heading, except for a restatement of the paper’s title. One is assumed by its placement at the beginning. Your opening should provide specific and meaningful information relevant to the business issue of the case. Appropriate in-text citation must be provided. The executive summary should be analytical in nature encompassing a forward thinking view. Comment by :
Synopsis of the Case Comment by : Us the topic headings and descriptions provided to draft the case analysis.
The content of the synopsis should present relevant background facts about the case under examination. The information provided should be supported by APA in-text citation. Provide only facts related to the business aspects of the case. Discussion of the background should be minimal (i.e., a paragraph, two at most), but still analytical.
Relevant Factual Information about the Problem or Decision the Org.
Discussion #1Part 1 There is evidence that small stocks and va.docxduketjoy27252
Discussion #1:
Part 1: There is evidence that small stocks and value stocks perform better over the long term than the market averages. What are some logical reasons for this phenomenon?
Part 2: There is strong evidence that many investors suffer from familiarity bias and overconfidence bias. Can you explain why these biases might exist? Can you think of a situation in which you might make these mistakes (if you hadn’t learned about these biases in this module)?
Include some news that is less than a year old that is applicable to this discussion.
Points from the professor:
Class:
For the week 5 discussion...you may wish to include a discussion/observation regarding the process (somewhat involved) with selecting individual stocks for a given portfolio...
If in fact, part '1' is correct...then, 'how' does the average retail investor 'find' these firms and, properly analyze/follow said firms
As to part 2 of this question...does a familiarity and/or overconfidence have anything to do with what the 'street' calls a 'herd' mentality...?
'How' might an investor avoid these areas (Herd or other market dysfunction's)...
'What' value might professionally managed portfolio's (mutual funds) offer to both parts 1 and 2 of this discussion question...?
_____________________________________________________________________________________
Discussion #2:
Discuss how you would use the material covered in this module for a future position in management.
Topics covered in this Module:
•Explain the elements of project management.
•Use manual CPM/PERT techniques to solve for the critical path for a project.
•Compare the different methods for solving more complicated versions of these type problems.
MBA 570
Writing Assignment 2 Instructions and Rubric
Instructions
The second writing assignment is due at the end of Module 6. You are advised to begin
working on the second writing assignment during Module 4.
This writing assignment should be in an essay format. It should use two or more published
news or academic articles which are less than a year old as cited references. This writing
assignment addresses the values learning outcome (LO7) as detailed in the syllabus.
For this assignment, assume that you are a corporate manager that needs to make an
important decision. Your company currently has its largest factory (700 employees) located
in the Midwestern United States. This factory is currently not competitive in international
markets and its poor results are threatening to force the entire company into bankruptcy.
The company employs 3,000 in other areas of the U.S.
You have to decide whether to keep the factory where it is or move it to Canada or Ireland.
You can only keep one factory open. The corporate tax rates of Canada (20%) and Ireland
(15%) are much lower than the U.S. (35%). Labor costs will not change significantly
because the cost of training new employees will be offset by the replacement of highly paid
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Course Project Development and Analysis of Two Mini Case Studies.docxfaithxdunce63732
Course Project: Development and Analysis of Two Mini Case Studies
Class: BUSN412 Business Policy
GRADING RUBRIC & EXPECTATIONS AT THE BOTTOM
Objectives
Select, develop, and analyze two mini case studies. The purpose of this project is to identify a successful strategy and compare and contrast it with an unsuccessful strategy, with the aim of identifying critical success factors (CSFs). You may select two strategies developed in the same company or from entirely different companies—or, indeed, different industries.
Case studies are used extensively in teaching business. Typically students perform an analysis on a case study prepared by an author or the professor—in this instance, the student is the author of the cases. The case study research strategy provides the opportunity to develop an in-depth understanding of an organization or event—data can be collected from multiple sources (for example, company websites, interviews, or published articles).
Please select two examples that reflect success and failure—collect data from multiple sources and develop two mini case studies of 500 words in length. Perform a cross-case analysis by comparing and contrasting the case studies on points of parity and points of difference. This should entail developing a framework, similar to many of the frameworks presented in class (e.g., SWOT or Five Forces) and analyzing the key data in your case studies. The analysis should be presented after your case studies and should be followed by a brief concluding statement and references in APA format.
Guidelines
Mini Case I: (Success): Sufficient length begins with general points and moves to a focus on specifics, evidence of success, good quality content—relevant, accurate, and timely.
Mini Case II: (Failure): Sufficient length begins with general points and moves to a focus on specifics, evidence of failure, good quality content—relevant, accurate, and timely.
Cross-Case Analysis: Once you have completed your cases you need to conduct a cross-case analysis. This requires comparing the two cases to determine points of similarity and points of difference.
Research Skills: Each case uses four to six sources, and sources are cited in the text and at the end of the case study in APA format.
Writing Skills: Ideas are communicated clearly in business English and using the appropriate business terminology. Work should be prepared following the development of a rough draft, revision, editing, and proofing to produce a final polished report.
A successful project will meet all of these requirements to earn a maximum of 200 points. At the conclusion of this project it will be beneficial to compare what factors are selected by your peers. Are there patterns here?
Milestones
· Week 1: Select company strategies, read supporting documents in Doc Sharing.
· Weeks 2–7: Research and prepare rough draft and analysis, followed by revision, editing, and proofing—obtaining feedback.
· Week 8: Submit Final Report.
Grading Rubrics.
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at least 2 references in each peer responses!
I noticed that there are many proposed policies on the agenda that are related to healthcare. Some of them are specific to the nursing practice. This creates the opportunity for the nurse to advocate for policies that impact nursing and healthcare directly by providing first-hand accounts and professional opinions supported by research. Nurses have insight on issues, such as patient safety and satisfaction, health disparities, access to care, and promoting positive outcomes (Abood, 2016).
The problem is that some nurses are unable to navigate through the politics of regulation and policy (Abood, 2016). This can create a challenge and become discouraging for nurses looking to make an impact or promote an agenda (Abood, 2016). Nurses can overcome this difficulty by participating in internships and workshops that provide the opportunity for a nurse to learn about the legislative process and the current issues being discussed (Abood, 2016). Understanding the political process is an essential method for effectively advocate for an issue. Nurses have to learn to play the game to promote change or obtain the scarcely rationed funding available.
According to Milstead and Short (2019), key opportunities to advocate for policy lies in knowledge and perception. Being knowledgeable on an issue can increase your influence as an advocate. Perception is a significant key in politics. Being perceived as a valuable collaborator or obtaining the support of a mentor that is respected can help push your agenda (Milstead & Short, 2019). Networking plays a significant role in politics. being introduced respected mentor or partner can help a nurse gain influence with rallying for support of a proposed agenda (Milstead & Short, 2019).
Probably the most significant opportunity for a nurse to advocate for a policy comes with becoming a member of a nursing association. Nurses associations like the American Nurses Association (ANA) are set up with the mission of influencing policy and advocating for the nurses and patients (ANA, 2019). The strength lies in numbers with the nursing association. Many of these organizations have built relationships with politicians and political parties to gain influence to support their agendas. For example, the ANA tends to favor and support democratic candidates (Milstead & Short, 2019). Nurses associations have enough members to get the attention of lawmakers. However, the nurse still has to task of advocating within the association to gain support from its members.
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At least 2 pages longMarilyn Lysohir, an internationally celebra.docxcockekeshia
At least 2 pages long
Marilyn Lysohir, an internationally celebrated ceramic artist, started Cowgirl Chocolates to provide some funding support for a yearly published arts magazine, High Ground, that she and her husband, Ross Coates, started in 1995. Her love of chocolates and hot and spicy foods spurred the idea of making hot and spicy chocolates to be sold in creative, artistic tins and packaging, which she labeled Cowgirl Chocolates. Her small business, begun in 1997, had won a number of awards in fiery food competitions. While Cowgirl Chocolates had grown steadily over its four years in business, it still had only generated $30,000 in sales revenue in 2000, which was not enough to cover expenses. Marilyn had drained much of her personal savings to keep Cowgirl Chocolates in business. Her cash accounting methods and record keeping were not very sophisticated although she seemed to have a good sense of her costs in production and raw materials and the packaging. However, Marilyn had taken a shotgun approach to most of her marketing efforts and had tried a number of activities to increase product demand. She allowed herself to make one risky financial move each year in her pursuit of profitability and increased sales. She had just made her one risky move for year 2001: She had taken out a full-page ad in Chile Pepper magazine for $3,000.
Questions
1. The suggested retail price and wholesale prices of Cowgirl Chocolates products are displayed in Exhibit 2 (p. 491) along with the product and packaging costs. Based on this information, discuss the relative merits of using a cost-based, demand-based, and competition-based pricing method. (50 points)
2. What are four (4) options that Cowgirl Chocolates may consider as far as pricing? What would you recommend? (50 points)
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At least 2 citations. APA 7TH Edition
Response 1. TI
Top of Form
Dr. Joubert and colleagues, the study of leadership has developed, giving forth new theories and structures that explore the description of what it means to be a leader, and how to carry out the same effect. It would be pragmatic to note that one is not made a leader by a job title but through practical impact in. The situational theory is one such theory that can be effective in the medical field. This theory, often referred to as the Hersey-Blanchard situational leadership theory, suggests that no single leadership theory style is the best. However, Researchers and developers of leadership theories have not agreed on the leadership theories (Duggan et al., 2015)
.
Nursing leadership is a multidimensional concept. The nursing profession involves role model leaders that can transform their environment and leading their teams to succeed by overcoming obstacles. Situational leadership requires the leader to transform their leadership style to meet the followers' leadership needs (Marshall & Broome, 2017). Developing a single satisfying leadership theory has become problematic due to these phenomena. Leadership style has a direct impact on the quality of care administered by the nurse team. The leadership style defines the quality of the relationship between the leader and the followers and sets the tone and mood of the work environment (Laureate Education, 2018).
Our director of nursing practice a contingency leadership style. Aware of the different dispositions on our team, she treats each nurse based on their abilities and needs. At times, she exercises Laissez-fair leadership, dictatorial, transformational, democratic, and other transformational styles. I was amazed by the approach. It helped to manage the team. For instance, the recalcitrant nurse received warnings, punishment for mistakes, and reward for an excellent performance. These restrained her actions and caused her to develop positive behaviors and care towards patients.
In Addition to the application of situational leadership style, she had leadership characteristics such as charisma, honesty, communication skills, creativity, innovativeness, decision-making, and integrity. Combination of the style and the qualities facilitated leading our team initiatives. to create a leader that we were all revered. According to Calderon-Mafud and Pando-Moreno (2018), organizations experience cultures of flexibility, social support, innovation, an also increased personal confidence, and openness to change. Furthermore, the implementation of an authentic leadership style mostly behaved as a middleman in the organization as it increased work productivity, helped implement staff engagement, and improving job satisfaction.
References
Calderon-Mafud, J. L., & Pando-Moreno, M. (2018). Role of authentic leadership in
organizational socialization and work engagement among workers.
Psychology
, 9, 46-62. doi:10.4236/psych.2018.91.
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At each decision point, you should evaluate all options before selecting your decision and moving throughout the exercise. Before you make your decision, make sure that you have researched each option and that you evaluate the decision that you will select. Be sure to research each option using the primary literature.
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t an elevation of nearly four thousand metres above sea
level, Comitancillo, a province in northwestern Guate
mala, was a formidable place to farm. The air was thin
and cold. I followed Rosa towards her home along a
well-trodden path on the side of the mountain. My lungs were
crying for oxygen, overworking like moth wings. Maya-Mam
communities had lived on these barren slopes in northwestern
Guatemala for nearly five hundred years. Before the arrival
of the Spanish in the 1500s, the Mam splintered off from the
Mayan Empire, which had chased them off the lush green flats
and up into the Sierra Madre. Looking down the mountainside,
I witnessed how the Mam adapted to live on their mountain
fortress: they'd carved steps into the mountainside, thousands
of terraces that cascaded down to the bottom of the valley. I
was awestruck by such architecture. "We've been cultivating la
milpa for hundreds of years," said Rosa. Milpa was a Spanish
word that summed up the three crops that had sustained the
Mam for centuries: maize, beans, and squash. Planting all three
crops together formed a sacrosanct principle of Mam farming.
The Mam were one of twenty-four indigenous cultures in
Guatemala, a country where nearly 50 per cent of the popu
lation were indigenous people, most of whom dwelled in rural
areas and depended on subsistence and small-scale agricul
ture for survival. Despite having a near majority of indigenous
people comprising its population, the country had never elected
an indigenous president. The mestizo elite owned politics and
power in Guatemala, while the Mam formed only a minus
cule fraction of the country's population. Marginalized to the
mountains in the northwest, they survived on growing food and
grazing livestock. Traditionally, men played a larger role in farm
management while women were responsible for grazing sheep,
grinding maize, cooking, cleaning, and nurturing the family.
The dusty husks of the harvest and the season past dried in
the slanted fields on the mountainsides. The bright sun caught
and illuminated their yellow leftovers into gold. Nothing
would be wasted on the mountains. Rosa would harvest the
dried crops for pig and sheep feed.
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"Our seeds are hardy and meant for these mountains. The
seeds people try to sell us don't do well in Comitancillo. They
grow and the wind breaks them."
Years of living on the mountains had also ground Rosa into a
hardy woman. The fifty-year-old woman barely reached five feet.
She wore a striking turquoise blue huipil, a traditional blouse,
embroidered with magenta flowers. She parted her long black
hair in the middle and braided it down her back in a single
rope. Rosa was a widow. Her husband had died twelve years
earlier after falling from the rickety scaffolding on a construc
tion site and quickly dying of his injuries. He'd been working
as a migrant labourer in Xela, a city situated in one of the valley
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At a minimum, your outline should include the following:
Introduction
Identify the topic
What makes this a global ethical dilemma
Why we should care about this
Thesis statement
Rationale for one side of dilemma
Evidence based support #1 (reason and resource)
Evidence based support #2 (reason and resource)
Evidence based support #3 (reason and resource)
Rationale for the OTHER side of the dilemma (at least three points)
Evidence based support #1 (reason and resource)
Evidence based support #2 (reason and resource)
Evidence based support #3 (reason and resource)
Compare this issue in different countries
Identify country #1 and how they view/experience this issue
Identify country #2 and how they view/experience this issue
Identify country #3 and how they view/experience this issue
Conclusion
References
Compose your work in a .doc or .docx file
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At least 500 words
Pay attention to the required length of these assignments. These assignments consist of reading a newspaper article about a designated region of the world--specific for each assignment--and writing an essay about it.
Primary sources are documents or other materials such as photographs, art work, coins, tapestries, etc. produced at the time period under consideration. https://library.uncw.edu/guides/finding_primary_sources is a website that gives information on what a primary source is and how historians [or anyone writing about history] use them. Look at the attached file for questions to ask of any source that you would consider a primary source.
For these newspaper article and extra credit assignments you are to find a substantive newspaper article [most newspapers are available online--it must be from a newspaper, not a website only or cablenews organization--NOT yahoonews, not cnn.com, not foxnews, not msnbc--only a published newspaper.] about the region designated for that assignment. If the article you choose is too short you will have trouble doing the assignment. Also, note that if an article is about birds, or insects or any non-human source that is not connected to humanity, it is not appropriate for this assignment. Any good newspaper article is based on sources, which historians would designate as primary sources. So an important part of these assignments is to identify the primary sources used by the author of the article you choose. Primary sources are the building blocks of history. You can think of them like eyewitness accounts or physical evidence produced at the time of an incident or crime being considered in a courtroom proceeding or trial. Without evidence a jury couldn’t make a fair decision in a case. In the same way, without primary sources, history cannot be written--and good newspaper articles cannot be written. So part of this assignment is asking you to decide if the reporter writing the article you select has actually used good primary sources. Does he or she have real evidence and enough of it to write the article? Does the reporter have a particular viewpoint or bias? Could you imagine the article being used as a primary source by a historian in the future for writing history about this time period? How useful would the document be and does it have any weaknesses or drawbacks as a piece of evidence? What else might a historian need, besides the article you are analyzing, to give a more complete or balanced discussion of the topic?
Your assignments will be graded on:
Formatting: 1 inch margins; your name, course number & assignment number [first, second or third] on top of first page. No other information is needed for a heading, and no repeat headers allowed. Following this formatting, cite the author(s) of the article, the title of the article, the name of the newspaper in which it appears [the title of the newspaper should be underlined] and the date of its publi.
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At a generic level, innovation is a core business process concerned with renewing what the
organization offers the world and the ways in which it creates and delivers that offering. And
to do this they all need to carry out these activities:
• Searching – scanning the environment (internal and external) for, and processing relevant signals about, threats and opportunities for change.
• Selecting – deciding (on the basis of a strategic view of how the enterprise can best
• develop) which of these signals to respond to
• Implementing – translating the potential in the trigger idea into something new and launching it in an internal or external market. Making this happen is not a single event but requires attention to:
Acquiring the knowledge resources to enable the innovation (for example, by creating something new through R&D, market research, etc., acquiring knowledge from elsewhere via technology transfer, strategic alliance, etc.).
Executing the project under conditions of uncertainty which require extensive problem-solving.
Launching the innovation and managing the process of initial adoption
Sustaining adoption and use in the long-term – or revisiting the original idea and modifying it – reinnovation.
Learning – enterprises have (but may not always take) the opportunity to learn from progressing through this cycle so that they can build their knowledge base and can improve the ways in which the process is managed.
But they differ widely in the ways in which this is done and the importance of different elements.
In this exercise pick a sector – e.g. food retailing, airlines, chemicals, public administration – and draw a map of their particular version of this process. How does it work out in practice? Where are they likely to need or to place most emphasis?
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Asymmetric Cryptography•Description of each algorithm•Types:•Encryption•Digital Signature•Hashing Function•Key Distribution•Strengths/weaknesses of each algorithm•Relevant examples of modern applications/industry that utilize each algorithm•Public Key Infrastructure•Define•Discuss the components•How is it used with asymmetric cryptography
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Astronomy HW/
In 250-300 words,
What was Aristarchus idea of the phases of Venus, and at that time when he presented his information was it rejected/ was it a big issue/ or did the issue never come up?
This has to be 100% original. I will check for plagirium. Furthermore, when after answering you can put your own input on why was it a big issue, or why do you think the issue never came up when Aristarchus present the idea of the phases of Venus.
If you cite something/someone, you have to make a reference page. And do the cited in MLA format.
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Astronomy ASTA01The Sun and PlanetsDepartment of Physic.docxcockekeshia
Astronomy ASTA01:
The Sun and Planets
Department of Physical & Environmental Sciences,
UTSC
Fall 2018
Problem Set 3
DUE: Tuesday November 13, 2018
Where: Hand in your solutions in the mailbox marked for your tutorial,
on the 5th floor corridor of the Science Wing, near office SW506C in the
Physics & Astrophysics section.
Reminder: Write your name on your solutions. Also make sure you
carefully read the entire problem set policy that was distributed on
Quercus. It will help you avoid standard mistakes and score higher. We will
assume that you have read this policy document by the time you return your
solution.
How to write your solutions: Be precise and clear. Explain what you
are calculating. The method of calculation you adopt and your reasoning are
the most important. In case of a computational mistake, you will still get
credits if your method is right, so explain it clearly.
1
1. If the Solar System had formed right after the Big Bang, it would
have lacked oxygen (O), and therefore water (H2O). Using the solar
nebula theory, describe what would have been most different about
the planet formation process and the planets formed in this alternative
Solar System. [NO MORE than 15 sentences].
2. Halley’s comet is the only-naked eye comet that might appear twice in
a human lifetime (since it comes back every 76 years).
(a) Based on this comet’s orbital period, would you say that it is more
likely to have originated from the Kuiper belt or from the Oort
cloud? [A quantitative answer is expected to justify your choice]
(b) What other orbital feature, besides the comet’s orbital period,
could be used to distinguish its origin [NO MORE than 5 sen-
tences]
3. (a) Collect data on the mass and radius of Earth (made of rock) &
Jupiter (made of gas) and calculate the overall average density of
each planet, expressed in g/cm3.
(b) The density of water that we drink is about 1 g/cm3. Use your
everyday experience to describe the difference in density between
rock, air, and water. [State your answers in terms of “much
more/much less” or “a little more/a little less”].
(c) Is the mean density of Earth consistent with our everyday experi-
ence of similar composition material? What about Jupiter (same
question)?
(d) Propose a physical mechanism that might explain the discrepancy
between the mean density of a planet and the density of similar
composition material as we experience it in our everyday life.
4. Mean-motion resonances with Jupiter shape the Kirkwood gaps in the
main asteroid belt. A resonance written as “5:2” refers to the inner
body completing exactly 5 orbital revolutions when the outer body
completes exactly 2.
(a) Using Kepler law, find the orbital radius in AU of the following
important resonances for the Kirkwood gaps: 2:1, 3:1 and 5:2.
Compare your values to those shown in the diagram on Kirkwood
gaps in the class lectures (see lecture 12 slides).
(b) High-value mean-motion resonances, such as 2001:1000, are usu-
ally co.
Astronomers have been reflecting laser beams off the Moon since refl.docxcockekeshia
Astronomers have been reflecting laser beams off the Moon since reflectors were left there by Apollo astronauts. This has resulted in the conclusion that the Moon is moving away from the Earth at a rate of 3.8 cm per year. Discuss the specific cause of what is making the Moon recede, the likely end result for the Earth-Moon system, and what you think this might mean for life on Earth.
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A strategic plan to inform emerging fashion retailers
about social media research and best practices.
2
Proposal Overview
Social media can take the form of various outlets, including, but not limited to: Instagram,
Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, YouTube, etc. Each social media platform has its specific use and
benefits, with a wide range of active users. It is important to note that successful retailers are
using these online strategies to penetrate new markets, to champion for social media
movements, and to effectively develop connections with consumers.
In this social media blueprint, we suggest using Instagram as our company’s main social media
platform. Our primary research examines H&M, Topshop, and Uniqlo’s Instagram accounts and
revealed the importance of using models, creating effective hashtags, and providing customer
service. The secondary research presents the best practices of social media and how the public
and specific individuals view social media. To conclude the proposal, we will provide a
comprehensive strategy that includes a detailed plan with suggestions for a stellar social media
presence.
Primary Research Summary & Key Takeaways
We have compiled the following key takeaways using Instagram. Our primary research includes
a variety of retailers who specialize in different products and promote to diverse markets.
These three key findings will provide an all-encompassing approach which will ultimately tie
into our strategic recommendations going forward.
#1: Using models to showcase the retailer's products increases follower satisfactions. Each one
of our retailers uses this form of posting. The following three pictures are example images used
by retailers to promote their products through outfit modeling. Our retailers provide
consumers with the option to directly purchase clothing, accessories, and shoes via online
portals. These types of posts provide followers with a visualization of how the products will look
once worn, which is part of the purchasing decision many consumers take into account. In
addition, these types of images also provide outfit inspirations when consumers are in need of
assistance with outfit coordination.
(Uniqlo) (H&M) (Topshop)
3
#2: The use of hashtags connects posts to a broader conversation and trend. Our retailers use
various hashtags that either connected their post to an on-going product line, style, event, or
motto and “catchphrase”. For example, Uniqlo wants to be known for their fashionable, yet
simple clothing. Their hashtag, #simplemadebetter, allows Uniqlo to actively promote the
company’s business strategy of revamping basic clothing to make it ‘better’ quality and more
fashion forward. London Fashion Week is one of the most prominent events in the fashion
industry, known to set the latest fashion trends. The #LFW (London Fashion Week) establishes
Topshop as a brand that is compatible against the haute couture f.
Asthma, Sleep, and Sun-SafetyPercentage of High School S.docxcockekeshia
Asthma, Sleep, and Sun-Safety
Percentage of High School Students Who Had Ever Been Told by a Doctor or Nurse That They Had Asthma, by Sex, Grade, and Race/Ethnicity,* 2017
*B > H, B > W (Based on t-test analysis, p < 0.05.)
All Hispanic students are included in the Hispanic category. All other races are non-Hispanic.
Note: This graph contains weighted results.
National Youth Risk Behavior Survey, 2017
Data for this slide are from the National Youth Risk Behavior Survey. This slide shows percentages of high school students who had ever been told by a doctor or nurse that they had asthma.
The percentage for all students is 22.5. The percentage for Male students is 22.4. The percentage for Female students is 22.5. The percentage for 9th grade students is 22.9. The percentage for 10th grade students is 22.9. The percentage for 11th grade students is 21.2. The percentage for 12th grade students is 23.0. The percentage for Black students is 29.8. The percentage for Hispanic students is 21.1. The percentage for White students is 20.9. All Hispanic students are included in the Hispanic category. All other races are non-Hispanic. Note: This graph contains weighted results.
For this behavior, the prevalence for Black students is higher than for Hispanic students. The prevalence for Black students is higher than for White students. (Based on t-test analysis, p < 0.05.)
2
Series 1
Total Male Female 9th 10th 11th 12th Black Hispanic White 22.5 22.4 22.5 22.9 22.9 21.2 23 29.8 21.1 20.9
Percent
Range and Median Percentage of High School Students Who Had Ever Been Told by a Doctor or Nurse That They Had Asthma, Across 29 States and 20 Cities, 2017
State and Local Youth Risk Behavior Surveys, 2017
These are results from the state and local Youth Risk Behavior Surveys, 2017. This slide shows the range and median percentages of 29 states and 20 cities for high school students who had ever been told by a doctor or nurse that they had asthma.
The range across states was 19.3% to 33.4%. The median across states was 24.3%. The range across cites was 17.4% to 33.4%. The median across cities was 23.9%.
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Min
States Cities 19.3 17.399999999999999 Max
States Cities 33.4 33.4 Med
States Cities 24.3 23.9
Percent
No Data
19.3% - 21.6%
21.7% - 24.2%
24.3% - 25.9%
26.0% - 33.4%
Percentage of High School Students Who Had Ever Been Told by a Doctor or Nurse That They Had Asthma
State Youth Risk Behavior Surveys, 2017
This slide shows the percentage of students who had ever been told by a doctor or nurse that they had asthma, 2017. The values range from 19.3% to 33.4%. Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Virginia, Wisconsin, range from 19.3% to 21.6%. California, Florida, Illinois, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, West Virginia, range from 21.7% to 24.2%. Delaware, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, range from 24.3%.
Assumption-Busting1. What assumption do you have that is in s.docxcockekeshia
Assumption-Busting
1. What assumption do you have that is in some way limiting? Please be specific.
2. What is the exact opposite of that assumption?
3. How can you start acting differently, based on the fact that the opposite of your assumption is true? Be specific.
Idea Presentation Form
1. Describe the idea in two-three sentences or bullets.
2. What need or desire does your idea address?
3. For whom is the idea intended (men age 45-50, punk rock fans in Philadelphia…)?
4. How is your idea better than other solutions that exist to address this need or desire?
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Assuming you have the results of the Business Impact Analysis and ri.docxcockekeshia
Assuming you have the results of the Business Impact Analysis and risk assessment in hand, discuss in detail steps in selecting a strategy. Reference one additional article, in addition to the textbook itself.
Format: Times 12, 1 inch margin, minimum of 2.5 pages double spaced (not counting references and other information such as your name, etc.)
The attached content supports to navigate towards the core objectives of completing this paper
Text book :
Title:
The Disaster Recovery Handbook
Subtitle: **PLEASE SEE BOOKSTORE LINK BELOW TO PURCHASE REQUIRED MATERIALS
Authors: Michael WALLACE, Lawrence WEBBER
Publisher: AMACOM
Publication Date: 2017-12-28
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Assuming you are hired by a corporation to assess the market potenti.docxcockekeshia
Assuming you are hired by a corporation to assess the market potential of a foreign country for their products.
Demographic Environment
1)
Population
2)
Gender Breakdown
3)
Life Expectancy
4)
Language
5)
Education
Cultural Environment
1)
Religion
2)
Lifestyle (segments by age)
3)
Values
4)
Customs
5)
Holidays
6)
Colors and Music (National Flag and Anthem)
.
Assuming that you are in your chosen criminal justice professi.docxcockekeshia
Assuming that you are in your chosen criminal justice profession, e.g. law enforcement officer, probation officer, or criminal investigator, examine the Fourth and Fifth Amendments and discuss the steps you would take to ensure that actions do not violate the citizen’s Fourth and Fifth Amendment rights.
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assuming that Nietzsche is correct that conventional morality is aga.docxcockekeshia
assuming that Nietzsche is correct that conventional morality is against our natural expression of passions, argue a case that suggests that while he is correct, the truth is that people must be restricted in their natural expression,
which moral statements clearly recognize dangerous natural inclinations and restrict them?
what benefits do these restrictions provide to the individual as well as to society as a whole?
how might Nietzsche react to your argument?
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Embracing GenAI - A Strategic ImperativePeter 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.
Unit 8 - Information and Communication Technology (Paper I).pdfThiyagu K
This slides describes the basic concepts of ICT, basics of Email, Emerging Technology and Digital Initiatives in Education. This presentations aligns with the UGC Paper I syllabus.
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The Roman Empire A Historical Colossus.pdfkaushalkr1407
The Roman Empire, a vast and enduring power, stands as one of history's most remarkable civilizations, leaving an indelible imprint on the world. It emerged from the Roman Republic, transitioning into an imperial powerhouse under the leadership of Augustus Caesar in 27 BCE. This transformation marked the beginning of an era defined by unprecedented territorial expansion, architectural marvels, and profound cultural influence.
The empire's roots lie in the city of Rome, founded, according to legend, by Romulus in 753 BCE. Over centuries, Rome evolved from a small settlement to a formidable republic, characterized by a complex political system with elected officials and checks on power. However, internal strife, class conflicts, and military ambitions paved the way for the end of the Republic. Julius Caesar’s dictatorship and subsequent assassination in 44 BCE created a power vacuum, leading to a civil war. Octavian, later Augustus, emerged victorious, heralding the Roman Empire’s birth.
Under Augustus, the empire experienced the Pax Romana, a 200-year period of relative peace and stability. Augustus reformed the military, established efficient administrative systems, and initiated grand construction projects. The empire's borders expanded, encompassing territories from Britain to Egypt and from Spain to the Euphrates. Roman legions, renowned for their discipline and engineering prowess, secured and maintained these vast territories, building roads, fortifications, and cities that facilitated control and integration.
The Roman Empire’s society was hierarchical, with a rigid class system. At the top were the patricians, wealthy elites who held significant political power. Below them were the plebeians, free citizens with limited political influence, and the vast numbers of slaves who formed the backbone of the economy. The family unit was central, governed by the paterfamilias, the male head who held absolute authority.
Culturally, the Romans were eclectic, absorbing and adapting elements from the civilizations they encountered, particularly the Greeks. Roman art, literature, and philosophy reflected this synthesis, creating a rich cultural tapestry. Latin, the Roman language, became the lingua franca of the Western world, influencing numerous modern languages.
Roman architecture and engineering achievements were monumental. They perfected the arch, vault, and dome, constructing enduring structures like the Colosseum, Pantheon, and aqueducts. These engineering marvels not only showcased Roman ingenuity but also served practical purposes, from public entertainment to water supply.
Welcome to TechSoup New Member Orientation and Q&A (May 2024).pdfTechSoup
In this webinar you will learn how your organization can access TechSoup's wide variety of product discount and donation programs. From hardware to software, we'll give you a tour of the tools available to help your nonprofit with productivity, collaboration, financial management, donor tracking, security, and more.
Palestine last event orientationfvgnh .pptxRaedMohamed3
An EFL lesson about the current events in Palestine. It is intended to be for intermediate students who wish to increase their listening skills through a short lesson in power point.
Instructions for Submissions thorugh G- Classroom.pptxJheel Barad
This presentation provides a briefing on how to upload submissions and documents in Google Classroom. It was prepared as part of an orientation for new Sainik School in-service teacher trainees. As a training officer, my goal is to ensure that you are comfortable and proficient with this essential tool for managing assignments and fostering student engagement.
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Personal development courses are widely available today, with each one promising life-changing outcomes. Tim Han’s Life Mastery Achievers (LMA) Course has drawn a lot of interest. In addition to offering my frank assessment of Success Insider’s LMA Course, this piece examines the course’s effects via a variety of Tim Han LMA course reviews and Success Insider comments.
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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.
Macroeconomics- Movie Location
This will be used as part of your Personal Professional Portfolio once graded.
Objective:
Prepare a presentation or a paper using research, basic comparative analysis, data organization and application of economic information. You will make an informed assessment of an economic climate outside of the United States to accomplish an entertainment industry objective.
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Week 4 Assignment-Fair Value DUE DATE Sunday midnight of.docx
1. Week 4 Assignment-Fair Value
DUE DATE: Sunday midnight of Week 4, submitted in a MS
Word (or Excel if
computations required) document with filename format:
Last First_Week X hwk.doc or .xls Make sure your name
appears on each page of the
homework using the header function.
Homework questions:
1. The Fair Value requirement has been blamed by some for the
credit market crunch that
started in 2007, worsened in 2008 and continues into 2009.
Discuss what effect you
think Fair Value had on financial institutions and why some
believe that it precipitated
the current economic recession. Do you agree or disagree that
Fair Value caused the
collapse of the mortgage and lending markets? There are a
number of good articles and
links to help you with this such as the article in the Web Links
page from the January 20,
2. 2009 Boston Globe about the impact on State Street
Corporation’s capital from
potentially having to permanently write down the value of
assets (it will help you
understand how marking down the value of assets impacts the
banks’ capital, and how in
turn, this impacts their ability to lend). Also, the JOA May 2008
3 Articles with view pro
and con about Fair Value vs. Historic Cost. There are a number
of other readings to help
with this topic or you may gather your own-please share them if
you would on the student
section of the Web Links page.
2. You are the CFO of a publicly traded company and are
getting ready to prepare you year-
end financial statements. In your investment portfolio you have:
a. Long-term bank CD’s
b. Stock holdings in 5 publicly traded companies
c. Stock holdings in 2 privately held companies
d. Investment in a real estate trust (REIT) which owns strip
malls and other
commercial buildings for retail establishments. This trust trades
3. on a market
with other similar trusts, although the trades are infrequent.
Take into account
the current real estate market when evaluating this investment.
e. Private equity investment in a joint venture for the
development of a new
green energy method to produce electricity.
f. Complex foreign currency hedges that were custom-designed
by an
investment bank for the company, to hedge their exchange rate
exposure on
overseas transactions.
What level for evaluation would each fall into and what
method(s) would you use to
determine the fair value of each? How easy or difficult would
each be and why? The Nov
16, 2008 Financial Week Article on the Web Links page about
Illiquid Bank Assets may
help with this question.
3. Find the financial statements of a publicly traded company
that has measured assets
4. and/or liabilities at fair value. You will find this information in
the footnotes (just open
up the document and search the page with either Fair Value or
FAS 157 as a key word).
What financial ratios (name at least 2) could be affected by the
difference between
measuring these assets at historic cost vs. fair value? How
would this company’s ratios
differ from the current presentation under fair value than under
historic cost? Do the
footnotes tell you if there was an active market for valuing the
assets-if so, what was the
basis for the valuation? If there was no active market, what did
they base the valuation
on? Does this sound like an appropriate measure of the asset(s)
value? What problems
could there be with the measure(s) that was used? If you were a
banker preparing to loan
money to the company, how much difference would this make in
your decision? Take
risk into account in this decision and not just the difference in
value caused by the
methods. Include the annual report with your answer and
reference the pages in the report
5. where you obtained your information. Prepare any computations
on Excel and submit as
a separate document (make sure to use the above naming
convention for all files).
4. A company’s management and its auditors have the same goal
in mind-to prepare
financial statements that fairly present the financial position of
the company under US
GAAP (well, at least until we convert to IFRS!) The auditors
“opine” on the fair
presentation. For example, here is a statement from the
independent auditor’s report of
Mozilla Foundation:
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above
present fairly, in all material
respects, the consolidated financial position of Mozilla
Foundation and Subsidiary as of
December 31, 2007 and 2006, and the changes in their net assets
and their cash flows for the
years then ended in conformity with accounting principles
generally accepted in the United
States of America.
6. When Fair Value cannot be determined by an actively traded
market and management
judgment must be applied, such as with Level 3 assets, discuss
where disagreements
might occur between management and the auditors, and why. In
other words, what
valuation might management may have computed and the impact
it would have on the
reporting year, vs. the role that the audit firm plays and the
liability they assume in
providing an unqualified or “clean” opinion-why might they
disagree on the inputs and
judgment used by management?
5. So now that you have had 2 full weeks to think about Fair
Value, where do you stand on
the topic? Don’t be wishy-washy! Form an opinion and support
it with evidence from the
work we have done.
9Discussion-Diversity in Hiring
View the "Manager's Hot Seat: Diversity in Hiring - Candidate
Conundrum" video case and then post a new thread to this
discussion board that addresses the following:
· Read the Practical Action box feature "The Right Way to
Conduct an Interview." Which of the suggestions did you see
implemented at Beck n' Call? Explain.
·
7. · If you were the Human Resources manager at Beck n' Call,
would you recommend the use of any pre-employment tests to
clarify the decision that Robert and Paul must make between the
two candidates? What tests would you use, and why?
· Would you recommend another approach to the selection
process that may have worked better? Explain.
· Pass or fail? Grade Robert on his management skills,
techniques, and overall performance. Explain what he should
have done differently or better.
This posting, consisting of a minimum of 4 full paragraphs(At
least 500 words), must include chapter ideas and concepts to
support your answers. Please make certain to cite any outside
sources used.
Change Resistance assignment
Look at the list "Ten Reasons Employees Resist Change" on p.
350-351.
Then write an essay addressing three or more of the reasons in
the list. Give examples of times when you have seen these
reasons in action, and tell about the resulting outcome. Is there
a suggestion you might have to make things work out for the
better? For example, maybe a relative had a hard time switching
to a new computer software program and lost his job.
Your assignment should be 2-3 pages long (excluding cover
page, attachments, etc.) (At least 600 words), double-spaced,
using 12-point font and 1-inch margins. Keep this in mind:
You will need to write almost a page on each one if you choose
to write only on three reasons. If you write on all of them you
can write less on each one. Keep the expected length in mind.
Keep in mind that, while there are no "absolutely correct"
answers for these questions, this is not an opportunity for
opinion alone. Grading will reflect your reasoning and critical
thinking skills, your ability to integrate what you have
assimilated from material presented in the textbook and other
learning materials, the clarity of your response and its
8. appearance.
Please remember that, if your paper integrates information from
published sources and/or you build on the work of others, you
must be careful not to plagiarize. You can find information
about plagiarism at the Plagiarism.org website; a link to this
website has been provided under the "Resources" tab in the
main menu of the course. Please also see the rubric posted
under the "Resources" tab in the main menu of the course for
additional guidelines on grading. Discussion - Legal/Ethical
Challenge
Read the Chapter 11 Legal/Ethical Challenge ("Should Airlines
Accomodate Overweight People?") on. p.372-373 and then post
a new thread to this discussion board that addresses the options
posed at the end of the exercise.
This posting, consisting of a minimum of 4 full paragraphs(At
least 500 words), must include chapter ideas and concepts to
support your answers. Please make certain to cite any outside
sources used.
paper
The topic for your Final Project can be anything covered in this
course. Choose something that really interested you, something
you would like to explore more fully, or something you might
like to debate in class
You can choose any one from the key points in the below screen
shot, BUT THIS PAPER HAVE TO REALTIVE THAT
CONCEPT IN BOOK.
Part1: (introduction and the beginning of the paper)
Part 1 will show your instructor that you have started your
project, and it will have the motivating effect of getting you
started. Note: This is more than a statement saying what you
plan to do; this is the beginning of your work. You'll need to
decide what your topic will be, and what option you'll choose
for presenting it. Then submit the beginning part of your
project. A paper might require a rough draft (an unedited
9. version, or the first few paragraphs), (ONE PAPE)
Part2:( finished paper)
Your assignment should be 4-5 pages long (excluding cover
page, attachments, etc.), double-spaced, using 12-point font and
1-inch margins. (at least 1200 words)
The parts are need separate two file.
If your paper integrates information from published sources
and/or you build on the work of others, you must be careful not
to plagiarize. You can find information about plagiarism at the
Plagiarism.org website; a link to this website has been provided
under the "Resources" tab in the main menu of the course.
Please also see the rubric posted under the "Resources" tab in
the main menu of the course for additional guidelines on
grading.