Activity 3.3. Do the following activity about systems thinking applied to business. So far, you have been introduced to the concepts of systems and systems thinking. Now you will use your new knowledge to discuss your understanding of two quotes from Russ Akoff. For each quote listed below: 1) discuss your interpretation of the quote, and 2) discuss how the quote applies to a situation […]

Part A: Store Aesthetics and Target Market 1. Create a name and establish the aesthetics of your retail store and target market. You are NOT to use an existing store. 2. For both apparel and accessories, you will create a department for each of the designers. In each department you will describe, with a written report including images of the designer, why they are considered […]

Week 1 Project Previous Next  Instructions Aspects of Individual Creativity As a human relations specialist at a small manufacturing firm interested in adding employees capable of conceptualizing and designing new products, you have been asked to develop screening criteria to rate new recruits on the following dimensions: Knowledge, skills, and expertise Drive, motivation, and perseverance (intrinsic motivation) Creative thinking Self-confidence, independence, and willingness to take […]

Read the scenario below, and answer the following questions. You work as a financial analyst at a large automobile corporation that occasionally makes acquisitions of smaller companies that specialize in the production and assembly of small component parts. In order to achieve vertical integration of its newest sports sedan model, the company is evaluating a few manufacturing companies that have experienced strong financial performance in […]

Discussion Question As the founder and owner of an upstart electronics firm, you see the need to develop a framework for managing innovation and entrepreneurship.  Address any three of the following bullet points:  How you will encourage your employees to think like entrepreneurs. How you will identify, select, and evaluate potential breakthrough ideas. Your system for ongoing monitoring and assessment of the external environment. How […]

Imagine that you work for a company directly related to your major. Your company is preparing for expansion and your boss, Ms. Smith, has been asked to design an orientation program for new employees. As part of this process, Ms. Smith has asked you to do some research into the trends in your organization’s industry that new employees will need to know about and understand.   […]

Teams are required to formulate definitions for the formulas needed to compute the financial ratios listed below. The created definitions will be submitted for instructor review and evaluation. Teams are expected to incorporate noted corrections in subsequent work. This is an important step that provides the foundation for activities during Weeks 4 and 5. Ratios should be defined as follows: Liquidity Ratios (define the name […]

Purpose: This exercise is to assist you to start exploring entrepreneurial ideas for your term project as early as possible. These ideas will serve as a perfect starting point for you to brainstorm with your teammates further for a much mature and solid entrepreneur idea!  Skills development:  Observation of global consumer trends, global market exploration, market potential assessment, strategic thinking skills Instruction: To facilitate the […]

Background: As managers, we need to embrace conflict and see that it can be positive for a team and for a company.  However, understanding how to handle conflict is one key to successful communication and to overall success in the workplace. To Read: Read Chapter 13 To View: “Finding Confidence in Conflict” Finding Confidence in Conflict | Kwame Christian | TEDxDayton (Links to an external site.) […]

Please read this scenario and answer the prompts. Jessie had just taken his second test drive in the new three-quarter-ton pickup truck he was considering purchasing. The salesman had become his “best” friend in the past three hours, pampering him with warm introductions with every “manager” in the dealership, free soft drinks from the vending machine, curb service with two vehicles he had test-driven, and […]

Activity 3.3. Do the following activity about systems thinking applied to business. So far, you have been introduced to the concepts of systems and systems thinking. Now you will use your new knowledge to discuss your understanding of two quotes from Russ Akoff. For each quote listed below: 1) discuss your interpretation of the quote, and 2) discuss how the quote applies to a situation […]

Part A: Store Aesthetics and Target Market 1. Create a name and establish the aesthetics of your retail store and target market. You are NOT to use an existing store. 2. For both apparel and accessories, you will create a department for each of the designers. In each department you will describe, with a written report including images of the designer, why they are considered […]

Read the information and PowerPoint first, then follow all the guidelines and answer all the 4 situational questions. (You can find the answer from the PowerPoint) I need 2500 words for this assignment. (each situational question around 600 words). Also, you have include some visuals that support the report.  I already make some PowerPoints for you, and your work just analyze it and write an […]

2) It is sometimes said that the only constant in an organization is change. How would you, as a leader, deal with change? How would you help your team as they are facing a difficult change?  Exercise Instructions:  You are required to submit a 2-Page (Title Page and Content Page), APA formatted with substantial content. Substantial content requires staying on topic and fully addresses the assignment […]

I want a Finance Case study report. Which has to be very accurate. Please accept the work if you believe that you can do it accurately and if you can work with excel and spreadsheets. The questions and the attachments are posted below. There are 2 files that you should download. The pdf file contains instructions and questions. The xls file contains template spreadsheets that you need to […]

Overview Using the recommendation that you provided in Milestone One, you will develop a strategy to implement the innovation and get ahead in the marketplace. Scenario You work as a middle manager for one of the top U.S. producers of luxury and mass-market automobiles and trucks. You are now leading a cross-functional team to move forward with the company initiative. To remain a viable competitor […]

1. Explain the process of an internal audit and how an organization can identify their strengths. Your response must be at least 200 words in length. 2. What are the four major external threats facing Chipotle Mexican Grill and the four major opportunities? Realizing the importance of quantification in stating key factors, how could your factors be quantified? Identify specific estimates (numbers) for your factors. […]

Read the information and PowerPoint first, then follow all the guidelines and answer all the 4 situational questions. (You can find the answer from the PowerPoint) I need 2500 words for this assignment. (each situational question around 600 words). Also, you have include some visuals that support the report.  I already make some PowerPoints for you, and your work just analyze it and write an […]

2) It is sometimes said that the only constant in an organization is change. How would you, as a leader, deal with change? How would you help your team as they are facing a difficult change?  Exercise Instructions:  You are required to submit a 2-Page (Title Page and Content Page), APA formatted with substantial content. Substantial content requires staying on topic and fully addresses the assignment […]

I want a Finance Case study report. Which has to be very accurate. Please accept the work if you believe that you can do it accurately and if you can work with excel and spreadsheets. The questions and the attachments are posted below. There are 2 files that you should download. The pdf file contains instructions and questions. The xls file contains template spreadsheets that you need to […]