Create an 810 slide PowerPoint presentation, including speaker notes, that explores the relationship between business practices and sustainability. The presentation should highlight the importance of sustainability in modern business, analyze successful examples, and provide recommendations for companies looking to enhance their sustainability efforts. Guidelines: Written communication: Written communication is free from errors that detract from the overall message. Communicate in an exemplary and professional manner through clear, concise, well-organized, and grammatically correct writing. Number of resources: At least three APA-formatted in-text citations and accompanying congruent APA-formatted references. Citations: Include complete citations of your sources. Review Evidence and APA for more information on how to cite your sources. You can also use the Writing Center resources to help you with the writing process. Length of PowerPoint presentation: 810 slides, including speaker notes. Font and font size: Arial, 18-point or more for headings and explanatory text, and 24-point or more for slide titles. Introduction (1 slide) Define sustainability and its relevance to business. Explain the objective of the presentation. Importance of Sustainability in Business (1 slide) Discuss why sustainability is crucial for long-term business success. Mention the impact on the environment, society, and economy. Sustainable Business Practices (12 slides) Outline key sustainable business practices (e.g., renewable energy, waste reduction, sustainable sourcing). Provide examples of companies implementing these practices. Case Study Analysis (34 slides) Choose 23 companies known for their sustainability efforts (e.g., Patagonia, IKEA, Apple). Describe their sustainability initiatives. Analyze the impact of these initiatives on their business performance and reputation. Conclusion and Recommendations (1 slide) Summarize key points. Provide actionable recommendations for businesses to improve their sustainability efforts. References (1 slide) List all sources and references used in the presentation in APA format. Presentation Requirements: Make sure to address all guidelines as indicated above. Use clear, concise language and bullet points for each slide. Make sure to have enough information on slides but keep the font size requirements in mind as addressed below. Remember to include other relevant information in the speaker notes pages. Include relevant images, graphs, and charts to support your points. Ensure the presentation is visually appealing with a consistent design theme. assessment, you’ll delve into the role of leaders in shaping an organization’s ethical profile and how organizational structures can either support or undermine ethical conduct. You’ll identify gaps in fostering an environment that encourages self-regulating ethical behavior. Your task is to find these gaps and develop strategies to address them, ultimately creating model practices that ensure a strong ethical foundation in your operations. Sustainability. As the world continues to face environmental challenges, the role of businesses in promoting sustainability has never been more critical. Today, more than ever, companies are expected to operate in a way that not only ensures profitability but also prioritizes the health of our planet and the well-being of future generations. You’ll explore the intersection of business practices and sustainability, examining how companies can balance economic growth with environmental stewardship. Included is the importance of integrating sustainable practices into every aspect of business operationsfrom sourcing raw materials and managing energy use to reducing waste and promoting ethical supply chains. Highlighted are the benefits of sustainability, not just for the environment, but also for businesses themselves. You’ll look at how companies that embrace sustainable practices can enhance their reputation, build customer loyalty, and even achieve long-term financial success. Additionally, you will explore real-world examples of organizations that have successfully implemented sustainable strategies and the lessons we can learn from them. You will gain a deeper understanding of how sustainability can be a driving force for innovation and growth within your business, and become better equipped with practical strategies to incorporate sustainable practices into your work, contributing to a more sustainable future for all. Diversity and Discrimination. In todays global and interconnected world, the workforce is more diverse than ever before, bringing together individuals from various backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. This diversity is not only a reflection of the society we live in but also a powerful asset that can drive innovation, creativity, and business success. However, with diversity comes the responsibility to foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Discrimination, whether overt or subtle, can undermine these efforts, leading to a toxic work culture, decreased employee morale, and even legal challenges. It’s crucial for organizations to actively promote diversity and address discrimination to ensure that all employees have equal opportunities to thrive. You’ll explore the importance of workplace diversity, the different forms of discrimination, and strategies for creating an inclusive work environment. Discussed are real-world scenarios, best practices, and the role each of us plays in cultivating a workplace where diversity is celebrated, and discrimination is actively challenged. Global Business and Ethics. As businesses increasingly operate across borders, navigating the complex landscape of global commerce requires more than just strategic acumenit demands a deep understanding of ethical principles that guide decisions in diverse cultural contexts. You will explore the intricate relationship between global business practices and ethics. In a world where multinational corporations have a profound impact on economies, communities, and the environment, the importance of ethical behavior cannot be overstated. You will also examine the ethical challenges that arise in international business, such as differing labor standards, environmental regulations, and cultural normally

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The term project assignment in this course aims to apply the principles of global business strategy by developing a comprehensive cross-border business idea for a chosen company to enter a specific foreign market within a designated industry. Through this assignment, students will deepen their understanding of global market dynamics, business models, and the complexities of international expansion.

Learning objectives:

• Apply theoretical concepts of global business strategy to real-world scenarios.
• Enhance critical thinking and problem-solving skills in the context of international business.
• Develop the ability to analyze market opportunities and formulate strategic business plans for global expansion.
• Gain practical insights into the challenges and risks associated with entering foreign markets.

Key components:

1.Company selection:

• Choose a company, either real or hypothetical, as the focus of your paper. This company will serve as the basis for your cross-border business idea.
• 2. Market and product selection:Explore opportunities in a foreign market and develop an innovative business idea for market entry.
• Select a specific foreign market and a product/service to introduce. Provide a rationale for your choices, including market suitability and alignment with customer needs.
• 3. Business model:Develop a comprehensive business model for your proposed venture. Define “the job to be done” for customers in the chosen market.
• Outline key components of your business model, including value proposition, revenue streams, and distribution channels.
• 4. Mode of foreign market entry:Decide on the optimal mode of entry into the foreign market (e.g., direct exports, joint ventures, franchising). Justify your choice based on market characteristics, industry dynamics, and company capabilities.
• 5. Risk and barriers analysis:Discuss potential risks and barriers associated with entering the selected foreign market (e.g., political, economic, cultural). Analyze strategies to mitigate or overcome these challenges.
• 6. Optional: Discussion of examples:Review and analyze past examples of similar cross-border business ventures for inspiration and to illustrate strategic principles.

Submission requirements:

• Students will first submit a proposal about their chosen topic. This proposal will have to be brief (no more than a few sentences) stating the company, the chosen market and the basics of the business model. The instructor will NOT send approval notifications to the students. The instructor will contact the students only if there is a problem related to their topic. This means, if a student does not get such a message from the instructor within one week after submitting his/her proposal, he/she can safely assume that his/her proposal is okay and he/she can start writing the paper.
• Length: The term paper should be between 3000-3500 words.
• Follow standard academic formatting (e.g., APA, MLA, Chicago).
• Formatting options include single or double-spacing.
• Font size should be 12 pt. Students can choose their preferred font.
• Acceptable file formats for submission are PDF, Word or Pages.
• Make sure to write your name on the paper.
• Other than these, there are no formatting or style requirements.

Select an organization and answer all questions

Create an after-action review report to evaluate how the organization in the course scenario handled change management related to the exit strategy.

Specifically, you must address the following criteria:

1. Expected outcome: Describe the expected outcome related to the organization in the course scenario and identify the goals you set related to change management at the beginning of this course.
2. Actual outcome: Assess the actual outcome related to the course scenario. Your response should address the following:
3. Compare the actual outcome to the expected outcome by explaining the similarities and differences.
4. Explain whether there is anything that could have been done differently to ensure that the actual outcome matched the expected outcome.
5. Learning: Continuing in your role in the course scenario, describe how you will apply what you learned from this outcome to any future organizational transformations.
6. Describe what will you continue doing, start doing, and stop doing, when managing future changes for the life sciences organization.

Instructions

For this week’s assignment, you will research and answer the following questions.

• Explain the following statement: “Whereas the balance sheet can be thought of as a snapshot of the firm’s financial position at a point in time, the income statement reports on operations over a period of time.
• If you were starting a business, what tax considerations might cause you to prefer to set it up as a proprietorship, partnership, or a corporation?

Guidelines

• The paper should be one to two pages.
• Use APA format (title page, double-spaced, references).
• Don’t forget to submit your document.

Creating a Drama-Free Workplace

The ways in which managers deal withor fail to deal withdrama and negativity in the workplace have far-reaching effects on the overall organizational culture. The average professional spends a significant portion of their lives in the workplace, so it would be sensible to ensure that it is as enjoyable an experience as possible. Although many people put up with toxic work environments, they also frequently leave those environments to be treated better. For those who stay, it can be expected that they would be less committed and connected to their job. Instead of thinking of ways to innovate or cut costs, they might spend their mental energy imagining what they will be doing on their next vacation. Leaders who strive to create a drama-free workplace do their part to avoid that outcome.

In this Discussion, you will recall an instance of workplace drama or negativity youve observed or experienced. You will then analyze the managers role in the experience and develop specific, behavioral suggestions for ways that same manager could have responded to foster a more positive overall environment.

Resources Required Resources

Have you ever wondered why one negative co-worker can drag down the feeling of an entire workplace? Through these resources, you will explore the very real benefits of a positive workplace culture as well as learn some tactics for dealing with workplace negativity and drama.

• NeSmith, M. (2025, April 11).
• . Bamboo HR. https://www.bamboohr.com/blog/5-pillars-for-building-a-positive-culture-hr-unplugged-ep-7
• Time Estimate: 6 minutes
• Taylor, B. (2020, February 17). . Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 24. http://hbr.org
• Time Estimate: 5 minutes
• White, P. (2018).
• . Personal Excellence, 23(4), 1920.
• Time Estimate: 5 minutes

More and more, leaders and organizations are understanding the costs of drama in the workplace. Using these resources, you will examine how to recognize drama and explore methods for helping you and your teams move beyond it to productive conflict and true effectiveness.

• McQuaid, M. (2019).
• Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/functioning-flourishing/201911/is-workplace-drama-wearing-you-down
• Time Estimate: 2 minutes
• Reality-Based Leadership. (2017, March 16).
• [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4_57hBiOldw
• Note: The approximate length of this media piece is 1 minute.
• Wakeman, C. (2018, June 13).
• [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5uX2ZG1SIHk
• Note: The approximate length of this media piece is 6 minutes.

What does it mean to have a truly diverse, inclusive, equitable workplace? Many organizations talk about diversity, but it may not be reflective in their business practices. Using these resources, you will explore why creating an equitable workplace requires much more than surface-level diversity, as well as what makes an organization or team truly inclusive and how this drives not only positive social change but also strong organizational results.

• Chan, B. K. (2021).
• . Diversity for Social Impact. https://diversity.social/workplace-diversity-types/
• Time Estimate: 12 minutes
• Corritore, M., Goldberg, A., & Srivastava, S. B. (2020). . Harvard Business Review, 98(1), 7683.
• Time Estimate: 20 minutes
• Sherbin, L., & Rashid, R. (2017, January 31). . Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 25. http://hbr.org
• Time Estimate: 6 minutes

Managers play a key role in ensuring their teams and organizations are truly inclusive. Using these resources, you will investigate ways to develop your own skills in creating and maintaining truly inclusive work environments.

• Bourke, J., & Espedido, A. (2020, March 6). . Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 25. http://hbr.org
• Time Estimate: 6 minutes
• Bourke, J., & Espedido, A. (2019, March 29). . Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 25. http://hbr.org
• Time Estimate: 6 minutes
• Heath, K., & Wensil, B. F. (2019, September 6). . Harvard Business Review Digital Articles, 25. http://hbr.org
• Time Estimate: 6 minutes
• Williams, J. C., & Mihaylo, S. (2019). . Harvard Business Review, 97(6), 151155.

Be sure to review the Learning Resources before completing this activity.

Click the weekly resources link to access the resources.

To prepare for this Discussion:

• Review the resources from this week focusing on creating a drama-free workplace.
• Identify an examplefrom your own experienceeither of a workplace that was characterized by drama or negativity, or a singular incident involving drama or negativity that was poorly handled by management.
• Also consider the role of the manager in the situation.

By Day 3

Post an analysis of the role of a manager in influencing workplace culture and formulate some recommended managerial action steps for addressing drama and negativity and improving the workplace culture. Specifically:

• Describe, in detail, the situation involving workplace drama and/or negativity.
• Interpret the managers role in either fueling or permitting the drama or negativity.
• Explain how the manager might have behaved differently and propose some recommendations for the manager to foster a more positive, drama-free work environment going forward.

Rewrite this, NO Ai and this is for admissions to MBA school. Here is the question – Tell us about a specific strategy or initiative you have encountered that effectively promoted equity, diversity, and inclusion within a business or community. Why did this stand out to you, and how does it inform your approach to being a responsible leader? (500 words)

Prior to beginning work on this assignment,

• Review Chapters 9 and 10 from your textbook, Applied Psychology in Talent Management.
• Review the article
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• Review Workplace Cap-Agility in the
• book.

For this assignment, you will need to consider the hiring practices of Abercrombie & Fitch and Hooters. These companies have faced controversy and court cases based on the hiring and not hiring of certain employees. This is a direct reflection of each companys strategic workforce planning process. First, search court cases relating to these two companies to gain an understanding of the court cases. Discuss the outcomes of each court case. Then, reflect if each company used the proper strategy in hiring taking into consideration discrimination. Next, identify a company in which the strategic workforce planning process helped make the company stronger. Be specific as to why you selected the company from a strategic workforce planning perspective and how the strategy has enhanced the company.

In your paper,

• Identify at least two court cases (one of each) relating to Abercrombie & Fitch and Hooters.
• Discuss the outcomes of each court case.
• Reflect on each companys strategic workforce planning.
• Identify a company in which the strategic workforce planning process strengthened the company, giving supporting facts and rationale.

The Strategic Workforce Planning Process paper,

• must be 3 to 4 double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages and formatted according to
• as outlined in the Writing Centers
• resource.
• must include a separate title page with the following in title case:
• title of paper in bold font
• Space should appear between the title and the rest of the information on the title page.
• students name
• name of institution (The University of Arizona Global Campus)
• course name and number
• instructors name
• due date
• must utilize academic voice.
• Review the
• resource for additional guidance.
• must include an introduction and conclusion paragraph.
• Your introduction paragraph needs to end with a clear thesis statement that indicates the purpose of your paper.
• For assistance on writing
• and
• , refer to the Writing Center resources.
• must use at least 2 scholarly and/or credible sources in addition to the course text.
• The
• table offers additional guidance on appropriate source types. If you have questions about whether a specific source is appropriate for this assignment, please contact your instructor. Your instructor has the final say about the appropriateness of a specific source.
• To assist you in completing the research required for this assignment, refer to this
• tutorial, which introduces the University of Arizona Global Campus Library and the research process, and provides some library search tips. You can also refer to the
• tip sheet.
• must document any information used from sources in APA Style as outlined in the Writing Centers
• guide.
• must include a separate references page that is formatted according to APA Style as outlined in the Writing Center.
• Refer to the
• resource in the Writing Center for specifications.

Unit 3 Assignment: Mapping Leadership: Creating an Organizational Chart for your Company

Purpose

To create an organizational chart for your employer or a familiar company, focus on the top 10 highest-ranking employees and analyze their roles in customer success, ethical/legal considerations, and sustainability.

Task

• Create an Organizational Chart:
• Select a Company: Choose your current employer or another company you are familiar with.
• Identify Top 10 Employees: Focus on the 10 highest-ranking employees in the organization.
• Design the Chart: Use a software tool (e.g., Microsoft Visio, Lucidchart, PPT, Canva, or similar) to create the organizational chart, clearly showing the hierarchy and reporting relationships. IMPORTANT: Be sure to save your organization chart as a PDF file before you upload it to the classroom.
• Utilize the below reading for clarity on what is and how to develop an organizational chart:

(2024). What is an org chart? THE ORG. https://theorg.com/iterate/what-is-an-org-chart

• Define the Organizations Primary Customers:
• Identify Customers: Define who the primary customers of the organization are. Consider both external customers (e.g., consumers, clients) and internal customers (e.g., employees, stakeholders).
• Define Functions for Each Person on the Org Chart:
• List Functions: For each of the 10 employees on the chart, define their primary functions and responsibilities within the organization.
• Explain Each Persons Role in Ensuring Customer Success:
• Customer Success: Describe how each person contributes to ensuring customer satisfaction and success. Highlight specific actions or strategies they employ.
• Describe Ethical/Legal Considerations:
• Ethical/Legal Aspects: Identify 2 or 3 ethical and/or legal considerations associated with each persons functions. Discuss how these considerations impact their decision-making and actions.
• Relate Functions to Environmental and Social Sustainability:
• Sustainability: Explain how each persons functions relate to environmental and social sustainability. Consider how their roles support the organizations sustainability goals and initiatives.
• Submit Your Assignment:
• Summary and Analysis: Using Microsoft Word, provide a brief 12-page, double-spaced summary explaining the organizational chart and your findings. Include your analysis of customer success, ethical/legal considerations, and sustainability. Be sure to include references to support your work. You may utilize sources from the classrooms Learning Resources or any scholarly external resources.

Submission

Submission Details:

• Create a presentation with all the elements listed.
• Use APA in-text citations and references throughout.
• You will be assessed using the Assignment Rubric.
• This assignment is due Tuesday by 11:59 PM ET at the end of Unit 3.

Criteria for Success

To achieve success, your PowerPoint presentation should demonstrate:

• exceptional knowledge of relevant concepts with well-supported statements,
• a deep understanding of business management skills, and
• high-quality research integrating current, credible sources.

Additionally, it should be clearly organized, free of errors, and meet the seven-slide (page) requirement.

This assignment is worth 200 points.

It will be assessed per the BMGT Project Rubric.

PLEASE SEE THE ATTACHED DOCUMENT FOR FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

PLEASE US THE BOOK BELOW AS A REFERENCE AS WELL

HERE IS THE BOOK: Venkataraman, R. R., & Demirag, O. C. (2022). Supply Chain Management. SAGE Publications, Inc. (US). https://devry.vitalsource.com/books/9781544375595