Discuss the principles of Financial Mangament

Discussion posts and trading activities for the class will take place in the Investment Game Workroom. Your required activity is outlined below:

  • By Sunday, midnight of Week 5 (2% of Course Grade)
    • Post a brief commentary on your portfolio explaining:
      • How you are doing relative to your benchmark.
      • What changes you have made, if any, and why you made them.
    • Post at least one current news item from The Wall Street Journal, or other reputable news source, about one of your stocks, and explain how and why that impacted the stock price. Discussion posts and trading activities for the class will take place in the Investment Game Workroom. Your required activity is outlined below:
      • By Sunday, midnight of Week 5 (2% of Course Grade)
        • Post a brief commentary on your portfolio explaining:
          • How you are doing relative to your benchmark.
          • What changes you have made, if any, and why you made them.
        • Post at least one current news item from The Wall Street Journal, or other reputable news source, about one of your stocks, and explain how and why that impacted the stock price.

How has Patagonia been able to promote sustainability among other businesses?

1) Summarize “case study 13” into 4 paragraphs; and Respond to the 3 questions on page 510 (1 paragraph for each question)

1. How has Patagonia been able to promote sustainability among other businesses?

2. Do you think it is beneficial for Patagonia to branch out into ventures other than apparel?

3. Does Patagonia—a privately held, debt-free company— have an advantage over public companies with shareholders by being socially responsible?

2)  Discuss Sexual Harassment as discuss in the text book and how does it differ in today’s work place.  (require 2 paragraphs)

Ch8: p228-230

3)  Discuss in detail Community Stakeholders and its responsibilities (require 5 paragraphs) (focus more from textbook)

1) Summarize “case study 13” into 4 paragraphs; and Respond to the 3 questions on page 510 (1 paragraph for each question)

1. How has Patagonia been able to promote sustainability among other businesses?

2. Do you think it is beneficial for Patagonia to branch out into ventures other than apparel?

3. Does Patagonia—a privately held, debt-free company— have an advantage over public companies with shareholders by being socially responsible?

2)  Discuss Sexual Harassment as discuss in the text book and how does it differ in today’s work place.  (require 2 paragraphs)

Ch8: p228-230

3)  Discuss in detail Community Stakeholders and its responsibilities (require 5 paragraphs) (focus more from textbook)

Discuss on effects of Discrimination

In your own words, answer this unit’s discussion questions in a main post (recommended minimum 300 words)

 

Assignment Details

Discrimination is the act of making unjustified distinctions between human beings based on the groups, classes, or other categories to which they are perceived to belong. Discrimination can occur while you are at school, at work, or in a public place (such as a mall or subway station). You can be discriminated against by friends, teachers, coaches, coworkers, managers, or business owners.

  • Describe a time in your life where you witnessed discrimination in the workplace (or outside the workplace) and how it could have been prevented.

Review and consider the experiences presented by others. Share your thoughts on the responses of other students. In your replies to others, share similar experiences you have had in witnessing discrimination. You can also share your thoughts on how the discrimination others have experienced could have been prevented.

In your own words, answer this unit’s discussion questions in a main post (recommended minimum 300 words)

 

Assignment Details

Discrimination is the act of making unjustified distinctions between human beings based on the groups, classes, or other categories to which they are perceived to belong. Discrimination can occur while you are at school, at work, or in a public place (such as a mall or subway station). You can be discriminated against by friends, teachers, coaches, coworkers, managers, or business owners.

  • Describe a time in your life where you witnessed discrimination in the workplace (or outside the workplace) and how it could have been prevented.

Review and consider the experiences presented by others. Share your thoughts on the responses of other students. In your replies to others, share similar experiences you have had in witnessing discrimination. You can also share your thoughts on how the discrimination others have experienced could have been prevented.

Discuss on Employment Relationships

Assignment Details

Title VII is a provision of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 that prohibits discrimination in virtually every employment circumstance on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, or national origin. In general, Title VII applies to employers with 15 or more employees. The purpose of Title VII’s protections is to “level the playing field” by forcing employers to consider only objective, job-related criteria in making employment decisions. The above classes of individuals are considered “protected” under Title VII because of the history of unequal treatment that has been identified in each class.

You need to present an overview of employment discrimination to your manager and new hires. How would you explain the laws in your own words? Create a PowerPoint presentation (minimum of 15 slides) to explain discrimination. In doing so, you must include the following:

  • Title VII Civil Rights Act of 1964
  • Protected classes
  • 3 examples of protected classes
  • Disparate impact
  • Disparate treatment
  • Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Submitting your assignment in APA format means, at a minimum, you will need the following:

  • Title slide: Remember the running head. The title should be in all capitals.
  • Length: 15 slides minimum
  • Body slides: This begins on the slide following the title slide and must be double-spaced (be careful not to triple- or quadruple-space between paragraphs). The typeface should be 12-pt. Times Roman or 12-pt. Courier in regular black type. Do not use color, bold type, or italics, except as required for APA-level headings and references. The deliverable length of the body of your presentation for this assignment is 15 slides. In-body academic citations to support your decisions and analysis are required. A variety of academic sources is encouraged.
  • Reference slide: References that align with your in-body academic sources are listed on the final slide of your presentation. The references must be in APA format using appropriate spacing, hanging indent, italics, and uppercase and lowercase usage as appropriate for the type of resource used. Remember, the Reference slide is not a bibliography but a further listing of the abbreviated in-body citations used in the paper. Every referenced item must have a corresponding in-body citation.

How would developing a WBS help to alleviate Brandon’s problems during the initial meeting?

 

Assignment Details

Projects of all sizes may seem daunting at first. Breaking the project down into smaller, more manageable pieces allows you to develop an achievable plan for completing the project. The work breakdown structure (WBS) is one of the tools that you can use to outline your project into smaller, more manageable pieces called work packages.

Refer to Case 4.1 of your text. In this case, Brandon has been chosen to chair the 5K charity run for his fraternity, and you are presented with the details of this project. In a 5-page report, you should address the following:

  • How would developing a WBS help to alleviate Brandon’s problems during the initial meeting? How can the WBS be used to organize and plan the project?
  • Describe the process for creating the WBS.
  • Create a list of the major deliverables for this project, and use them to develop a draft WBS with at least 3 levels of detail.
  • Are there any interdependencies that need to be considered and, if so, which ones?
  • Assign cost and activity durations to the work packages (these may be made up).
  • Use either a top-down or a bottom-up approach to determine the overall cost of the project and discuss the approach used.

Be sure to cite your sources using APA; include your references and in-text citations.

Use this template to complete this assignment.

Submitting your assignment in APA format means, at a minimum, you will need the following:

  • Title page: The title should be in all capitals.
  • Length: 5 pages minimum
  • Body: This begins on the page following the title page and abstract page and must be double-spaced (be careful not to triple- or quadruple-space between paragraphs). The typeface should be 12-pt. Times Roman or 12-pt. Courier in regular black type. Do not use color, bold type, or italics, except as required for APA-level headings and references. The deliverable length of the body of your paper for this assignment is 5 pages. In-body academic citations to support your decisions and analysis are required. A variety of academic sources is encouraged.
  • Reference page: References that align with your in-body academic sources are listed on the final page of your paper. The references must be in APA format using appropriate spacing, hanging indent, italics, and uppercase and lowercase usage as appropriate for the type of resource used. Remember, the Reference page is not a bibliography but a further listing of the abbreviated in-body citations used in the paper. Every referenced item must have a corresponding in-body citation.

Project Management Discussion

In your own words, answer this unit’s discussion questions in a main post (recommended minimum 300 words),

Assignment Details

Projects are chosen to be part of an organizational portfolio based on their ability to help the organization achieve its goals. Once chosen, it is important that projects are successful, or an organization may not meet those goals. Research shows that the leading cause of failed projects is poorly defined scope (Larson & Gray, 2021). Clearly defining the complete scope of the project is the first step toward project success.

Reflect on a time in your life or within your workplace when you or your organization took on a project. Discuss what criteria were applied in deciding whether or not to proceed with the project and what role having a clear understanding of the scope of the project had in its success or failure.

In your own words, answer this unit’s discussion questions in a main post (recommended minimum 300 words),

Assignment Details

Projects are chosen to be part of an organizational portfolio based on their ability to help the organization achieve its goals. Once chosen, it is important that projects are successful, or an organization may not meet those goals. Research shows that the leading cause of failed projects is poorly defined scope (Larson & Gray, 2021). Clearly defining the complete scope of the project is the first step toward project success.

Reflect on a time in your life or within your workplace when you or your organization took on a project. Discuss what criteria were applied in deciding whether or not to proceed with the project and what role having a clear understanding of the scope of the project had in its success or failure.

Describe the characteristics of the Change Agent

Students will deliver a critical analysis focus on the characteristics of the Change Agent Background

APPLE

Describe the characteristics of the Change Agent must be hired by the APPLE for developing a new mindset for its sales force for selling electric cars.

FORMAT

Your submission must meet the following formatting requirements:

  • Submit one file only.
  • Required file format for main submission: PDF.
  • Additional file format for additional deliverables: PDF.
  • Additional file requirements: Type additional requirement info or “None”.
    Other details:
  • Font size 12
  • Double-spaced
  • Number of words: 1000
    All refencing and citations require Harvard referencing stylStudents will deliver a critical analysis focus on the characteristics of the Change Agent Background

    APPLE

    Describe the characteristics of the Change Agent must be hired by the APPLE for developing a new mindset for its sales force for selling electric cars.

    FORMAT

    Your submission must meet the following formatting requirements:

    • Submit one file only.
    • Required file format for main submission: PDF.
    • Additional file format for additional deliverables: PDF.
    • Additional file requirements: Type additional requirement info or “None”.
      Other details:
    • Font size 12
    • Double-spaced
    • Number of words: 1000
      All refencing and citations require Harvard referencing styl

Outline on BAT’s break-even point

Assignment Instructions:

Imagine you are a business analytics employee at BAT Car Company. The president and CEO of BAT have tasked you with providing them with a data plan addressing expansion of BAT’s production business into Frankfurt, Germany, on a $40 million Model Z plant. This $40 million, which encompasses all fixed costs, the BAT CEO plans to apportion equally (25%) each) among the four types of vehicles the Model Z plant will manufacture.All economic and environmental impact studies have been approved. The size of the plant is predicted to be 420 soccer fields in size (a soccer field is 100 yards wide by 130 yards long). The car sales are expected to be: $30,000 per sedan; $50,000 per sports model; $20,000 per small cargo van; and $40,000 per passenger minivan. It will create 10,000 jobs for Frankfurt and the surrounding areas.There have been some issues with protestors regarding the building of an automotive plant that destroys forestland valued at $350 million. There has been some rumbling regarding a group called “Save The Forest” that could implement a cease all actions lawsuit against BAT. Research has shown that previous lawsuits and environmental impact has led to years of litigation and legal fees. The variable costs for the first year’s operation look to be $20,000 per sedan; $40,000 per sports model; $10,000 per small cargo van; and $25,000 per passenger minivan. Sales are expected to be: 40,000 sedans; 5,000 sports cars; 2,000 cargo vans; and 12,000 minivans.Prepare a brief report for the president and CEO of BAT Car Company. Your report should include the following elements:

  • an introduction section that describes how the quantitative analysis approach can be applied to this situation;
  • BAT’s profit formula results;
  • BAT’s break-even point for each vehicle type; and
  • your final recommendation on actions to take. (This section should convey to the CEO if the expansion of the production plant is profitable to BAT over the long haul, as well as how to deal with any possible litigation.)

Your final report must be at least three pages in length, and you must show all of your computations (the  Unit I Practice Problem Activity will help with this).You can also view a  PDF of the Unit I Practice Problem Activity .You should use at least two academic sources in your report, one of which may be your textbook. Adhere to APA Style when constructing this assignment, including in-text citations and references for all sources that are used. Please note that no abstract is needed

RED CROSS UK Change Management

INSTRUCTIONS

Main task

Students will deliver a project compatible with the tradition and objectives of the Red Cross in UK. Students must justify its effectiveness according to key changing factors and apply theories learned in class.

Background

The Red Cross is a strong brand with a history of helping people in underdeveloped countries. However, they have been slow to adapt to changing times – something they have recognized in their new strategy document (https://www.redcross.org.uk/-/media/documents/about-us/how-we-are-run/strategy-2030.pdf).

ELEMENTS TO ADDRESS BY YOUR CASE STUDY
1. An analysis of the organizational structure of the Red Cross unit that will implement the project. (25%)

You need to demonstrate the insights you discovered that describes why there is a problem. 2. Assessing the external conditions (25%)

You must identify the external factors that may affect your plan for change. 3. Assessing the internal conditions (25%)

You must identify internal factors that may affect your plan for change. 4. The role of the Change Agent (25%)

Since the Change Agent role is crucial, picking the right Change Agents is a critical step. Describe and analyse the characteristics and skill for the suitable change agent for this project

FORMAT

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Your submission must meet the following formatting requirements:

  • Submit one file only.
  • Required file format for main submission: PDF.
  • Additional file format for additional deliverables: PDF.
  • Additional file requirements: None
    Other details:
  • Font size 12
  • Double-spaced
  • Number of words: 1000
    All refencing and citations require Harvard referencing style

Outline the elements of Public Speaking

 

Directions

  1. Think about a persuasive speech that you would like to present on a topic of your choice. The speech can be for any context and any length, but it must be persuasive.
  2. See the list of example speech occasions and purposes for inspiration, if needed.
  3. Plan your speech, considering what your introduction, main points, and conclusion will include.
  4. Organize your speech, following the structure of Monroe’s Motivated Sequence. Your speech should include an introduction, body, and conclusion. The introduction should contain your key message. The body should cover your main topics and support to back up your main points. Make sure that all support is relevant and from credible sources. Your conclusion should summarize your main points and provide a call to action.
  5. Create notes or bullet points that you can refer to while presenting your speech.
  6. Practice presenting your speech. Aim for a speech that is 3 to 5 minutes in length.
  7. Before filming, review the rubric to ensure that you understand how you will be evaluated.
  8. Film yourself presenting the speech. Be sure that you can be easily seen and heard, and direct your speech to the camera.
  9. Review your video to ensure that you can be seen and heard. Refilm as needed.
  10. Review the checklist and requirements to ensure that your Touchstone is complete.
  11. Upload your video using the blue button at the top of this page.

Touchstone Support Videos

Organizing your Persuasive Speech
Persuading your Audience
Choosing the Right Language
Overcoming Public Speaking Anxiety

Speech Occasions

Personal

  • Product recommendation

Academic

  • Presenting academic work (argumentative paper, research, or report)
  • Academic speech and debate

Community

  • Speech at a community gathering (PTA meeting, boy/girl scout convention, town hall, homeowner’s association, athletic league, school board meeting, etc.)
  • Community action speech (asking for something, promoting a policy, etc.)
  • Political speech (on behalf of a candidate, yourself as candidate, etc.)

Business

  • Presenting to colleagues or peers (pitching ideas, etc.)
  • Presenting to superiors (project proposal)
  • Convention presentation (pitching new products, rally speech, teachable moments, etc.)

Submission checklist

_ I have selected a speech purpose that is persuasive.
_ My speech follows the structure of Monroe’s Motivated Sequence.
_ My speech has an introduction, body, and conclusion.
_ The introduction includes my key message (thesis).
_ The body includes my main points and support.
_ I have selected sources that are credible and support that is relevant.
_ I have used language that is appropriate to my audience.
_ The conclusion summarizes my main points and includes a call to action.
_ I have filmed a video of myself presenting my speech.
_ The video of my speech is 3 to 5 minutes in length.
_ I have reviewed the video and I can be easily heard and seen.
_ I have adhered to all of the requirements.
_ I have read through the rubric and I understand how my Touchstone will be evaluated.

Requirements

  • All video content must be appropriate for an academic context
  • Speech must be original and written for this assignment; plagiarism of any kind is strictly prohibited
  • Video is 3 to 5 minutes in length
  • Your video submission should include your name and the date