Category: Business and management

Whats Your Question Assignment: Use the list of questions available in Canvas as a guide to write this assignment. Each question asks progressively finer questions that lead to the final question: Whats your research question? The expectation is that you write at least 2 paragraphs to half a page per answer. Requirements: Use the questions as internal subheadings and submit the document in APA format.

Using software of your choice and the PMBOK Guide, develop a schedule and integrated-change plan for your project. Using a provided template, also develop the project cost estimate (budget). In this assessment, you will develop a project integration management plan. You may base your work on the Cosmo, Inc. case study or select a business or IT project of your own. Project integration management involves aligning and coordinating all aspects of a projectsuch as scope, time, cost, quality, and resourcesto achieve successful outcomes. It ensures that various processes and project management activities are unified and work together throughout the entire project life cycle. This includes managing trade-offs and changes in a way that maintains overall project balance and alignment with goals. A key art of integration management is change management, which evaluates the potential impacts of changes across all elements of the project. When managed effectively, this integrated approach helps reduce risks and improve stakeholder satisfaction. In addition to building our integration plan, this assessment encourages you to consider how artificial intelligence is reshaping project integration. Al tools can support dynamic scheduling, automate change impact analysis, and enhance decision-making through real-time data insights. You’ll be asked to explore current Al applications in integration management and imagine how Al could lead future innovations in project coordination and control. By the end of this assessment you will have developed a comprehensive plan that reflects both traditional integration practices and forward-thinking strategies for leading AI-enhanced projects. Collapse All Instructions In this interactive simulation exercise, you will practice managing a project and making key decisions regarding activity sequencing, cost estimation, and change control processes. By engaging with Al-driven stakeholder bots, you’ll simulate real-world scenarios that can help you sharpen your project management skills. The simulation encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication all while giving you hands-on experience with project management tools and decision-making. Step-by-Step Process for Simulating Stakeholder Interactions in Project Management Step 1: Understand Stakeholder Profiles. For this simulation, you’ll simulate conversations with the following stakeholders. Each stakeholder will have a distinct perspective and role in the project: Project Sponsor: “Sara the Strategist.” Focus: Strategic alignment, ROI, deadlines, and risk minimization. Personality: Visionary, ambitious, willing to take calculated risks, with a focus on long-term success. IT Manager: “Ian the Implementer.” Focus: Technical feasibility, system stability, and resource management. Personality: Detail-oriented, pragmatic, and prioritizes sustainable technical solutions. Finance Director: “Fiona the Frugal.” Focus: Cost control, financial sustainability, and ROI. Personality: Conservative meticulous in financial oversight focused on minimizing costs while ensuring return on investment. End-User Representative: “Emma the Empathetic.” Focus: Usability, training, and ensuring that the project meets the needs of end-users. Personality: Empathetic, user-focused, and dedicated to improving the user experience. Operations Manager: “Omar the Organizer.” Focus: Process efficiency, smooth implementation, and minimal disruption to daily operations. Personality: Organized, efficiency-driven, and focused on ensuring operations continue without major disruptions. Step 2: Select Your Scenario. Choose Scenario A or Scenario B. Scenario A: A marketing campaign for Cosmo, Inc. aimed at maintaining current customers and expanding the customer base through new technology (refer to the Cosmo, Inc. Case Study [DOC]). Scenario B: You choose a business of your own, with a clear objective, team, and a 180-day completion window. Step 3: Set Up Your Team. You will simulate your role as the Project Manager. Follow the steps below to initiate the simulation: Log into your Al tool (e.g., ChatGPT). Understand your role as the Project Manager. Input the following prompt to simulate a conversation with all stakeholders: Prompt for Al Tool (Example): Please simulate a team of stakeholders for a marketing campaign project that I can interact with. Each stakeholder should respond based on the following roles, characteristics, and potential areas of conflict. Project Sponsor: Sara the Strategist. Visionary focused on strategic alignment maximizing ROI and ensuring deadlines are met. IT Manager: “Ian the Implementer.” Detail-oriented, focused on system stability and technical feasibility. Finance Director: “Fiona the Frugal.” Conservative, focused on cost control, financial sustainability, and ROI. End-User Representative: “Emma the Empathetic.” User-focused, empathetic, and focused on ensuring the project meets user needs. Operations Manager: “Omar the Organizer.” Organized, efficiency-driven, and focused on integrating the project into daily Operations. Step 4: Inform Al of Your Scenario and Begin Interaction. Input your scenario prompt into the Al tool based on your chosen scenario (A or B). Here are examples of two different prompts you can use to start the conversation: Scenario A: Marketing Campaign Budget Cut. Prompt: “Team, the marketing campaign is facing a mandatory budget reduction. Let’s discuss how to handle the budget cuts without compromising the project’s success. Which features can we eliminate without sacrificing strategic goals or user satisfaction?” Scenario B: Business Cost Estimate and Change Control. Prompt: “Team, we are moving forward with a new business project that has a budget cap. I need to prepare a cost estimate and identify areas for change control. Let’s discuss potential budget constraints, dependencies, and assumptions.” Step 5: Engage in Dialogue with Stakeholders. Use these example follow-up questions to stimulate conversation and explore different perspectives: For Budget Cut Scenario (Scenario A): To Fiona: “Fiona, can you share your thoughts on the proposed cuts? What areas do you think we can trim while maintaining ROI?” To Ian: “Ian can you help assess if cutting some technical features will impact system stability?” To Emma: “Emma, do you think cutting features will impact user satisfaction? What features are non-negotiable for the end-users?” To Omar: “Omar, how will cutting these features affect daily operations and process integration?” For Business Cost Estimate and Change Control (Scenario B): To Fiona: “Fiona what do you foresee as the main cost constraints for this project?” To Ian: “Can you identify which technical aspects might be more expensive to execute?” To Emma: “Emma, what user-centric features do we need to ensure are prioritized?” To Omar: “Omar, what operational dependencies should we consider while preparing the budget?” Step 6: Use Your Selected Tool to Create Required Documents. Once you have discussed the project scenario with stakeholders, proceed to create the following documents based on your interaction: Activity Sequencing Document. Use LibreOffice, OpenProject, or MS Excel to create a diagram illustrating the logical relationships among project activities. Use finish-to-start, finish-to-finish, start-to-start, and start-to-finish, relationships where applicable. Project Cost Estimate. Use the Cost Estimate Template [XLS] or any similar spreadsheet tool. Include labor, materials, contractors, and any other relevant categories. Identify constraints, dependencies, and assumptions and provide a graphical representation of the budget. Integrated Change Control Plan. Use your chosen word-processing tool to develop this plan. Include instructions for setting up a change-control board, procedures for reviewing changes, and a strategy for implementing approved changes. Step 7: Reflect and Discuss. After completing the deliverables reflect on the following: Stakeholder Influence: How did the differing perspectives of stakeholders influence your decisions regarding activity sequencing, cost estimation, and change control? Tools: How did the use of Al tools, such as ChatGPT, assist you in managing stakeholder dynamics and simulating real-life challenges in project management? What Would You Do Differently?: Based on the simulation, how would you adjust your strategy, in a real-world scenario? Deliverables and Requirements Submit the following documents for your assessment: Activity Sequencing Document (Word, Libre, OpenProject, MS Excel). Project Cost Estimate (XLS template or similar). Integrated Change Control Plan (Word, Libre, OpenProject). These documents must demonstrate your ability to manage project activities, estimate costs, and set up a change-control process in the context of either Scenario A or Scenario B. Follow the Academic and Professional Document Guidelines [PDF], and include APA citations where applicable. By completing this interactive simulation, you will demonstrate your ability to engage with stakeholders, make project decisions, and apply project management tools to real-world scenarios. Competencies Measured By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and scoring guide criteria: Competency 1: Create a project plan, including all subsidiary plans, to deliver project outcomes that meet stakeholder expectations. Create a diagram that shows the logical relationships among the schedule activities. Develop a cost estimate document that identifies constraints, dependencies, and assumptions. Competency 2: Lead and manage teams, users, stakeholders, and sponsors. Assign appropriate activities to each team member. Competency 4: Establish change-control processes, and use the tools and techniques to assure approvals. Create a plan to set up a change-control board; create schedule of recurring meetings to review and approve requested changes and to manage approved change procedures.

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The student will post one thread of at least 800 words plus the associated annotated bibliography.

The Thread

Select a key topic to research and discuss from Ch 1 and Ch 2 in the book. Key topics are the major concepts addressed within

each chapter. Concepts that have their own sections consisting of several paragraphs and begin

with a bold font heading are appropriate key topics. You may choose the same topic as a peer,

but the topics must be addressed from different vantage points (perspectives).

Must use the key concept from Ch 1and Ch 2 in the book

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Book: Operations and Supply chain management for MBA

After you have selected your key topic, use the Internet to search for at least 5 scholarly

resources that relate to the topic and have been published within the last 5 years. Academic

articles and journals must be reputable and obtained from professional websites that address the

content of this course. Popular magazines and online sources such as Wikipedia are not

permissible.

After reading the articles, select 1 article relating to your key topic that you wish to use in your

thread. Your thread must be posted in the text box and in addition to posting the thread in the text

box, attach a Word file of your thread. Adhere to the following format:

1. Key Concept Explanation: Define your key topic by using a source other than the

textbook. Give a clear, concise overview of the essential elements relevant to

understanding your key topic. In addition, explain why you are interested in this topic

(e.g., academic curiosity, application to a current issue related to employment, or any

other professional rationale). This section must be at least 100 words.

2. Comparison: Compare your research with what you have studied during the module in

which the key topic/thread is assigned. Note differences or commonalities about your key

topic, providing evidence that you have extended your understanding of this topic beyond

the textbook readings. This is an opportunity for you to cite the additional articles you

originally researched. This section must be at least 200 words.

3. Article Summary: In your own words, provide a clear and concise summary of the

article you selected. This section must be at least 200 words.

4. Biblical Integration: Include at least 3 appropriate biblical references. Explain the

relevance of your key topic to Gods law and how it can be applied in a Christian context.

This section must be at least 100 words.

5. Application: Specifically state how your key topic has been applied to real-world

businesses or describe the potential your key topic has to influence todays business

world. Your application must possess a professional rationale that demonstrates the

significance of your key topic. This section must be at least 100 words.

6. Annotated Bibliography: Cite the articles you researched in current APA format. An

annotation must accompany each citation. Each annotation will consist of a descriptive

and evaluative paragraph that is at least 100 words. The annotations are designed to help

your classmates in their understanding of your topic. In addition, provide a persistent link

for each article.

Please summarize the attached article. Answer the below question as the summary.

What kind of research is it? Behavioral or archival?

Is the research original? Interesting?

What is the purpose of the study?

What are the research questions?

What theories have been discussed?

What are the sample and data sources? sample period, and sample size?

What methodology, if any, was employed? What are the variables of interest (e.g., Dependent variable(s), Independent variable(s), moderator(s)/mediator(s), etc.)?

What are the major findings? (use your own words)

What is the gap, and what are the contributions?

What are the implications for future research and practice?

What is your evaluation of the work?

My thesis proposal idea is opening up a multi brand store in the south of Albania, in the resort called green coast. The gap in the market is that Albania doesn’t have luxury brands and you have to travel or use personal shoppers to do luxurious spending. The multi brand store will contain summer clothes and accessories and also activewear, brands like Lululemon and alo for activewear. This multi brand store will take place from may to September so during summertime, after that it will continue in an online website so we stay connected to the consumers even during winter. I was also thinking of organising pilates or yoga classes and also small social events in the store to make a better customer experience. I already sent you the abstract I wrote but the teacher said it was 70% AI, I also sent the instructions the teacher sent.

Instructions

Everyone has experienced ethical dilemmas. Organizations experience a variety of ethical dilemmas. Some examples include cutting corners to meet quotas, overlooking safety or product quality issues, or providing incorrect or asking employees to engage in an unethical manner. Not taking appropriate steps can result in financial losses, client losses, employee turnover, or worse, an employee being injured on the job. What would have happened if different directions were made? How should employees react when asked to follow the ethical guidelines set forth by their organization? As a result, what if a poor decision was made? The key is to learn from previous ethical decisions and use that as a basis for future decisions.

Instructions

For this assignment, you will use a case study format. Choose an organization and its leader(s) that had to confront an ethical dilemma.

• Describe the dilemma in detail.
• Identify the key issues and challenges faced by the organization and its leadership.
• Discuss the actions taken by leadership and why they took those actions.
• Indicate if you were the leader if you would have taken the same actions or share what alternative actions you would have taken.

Length: 5 to 7 pages, not including title or reference pages

References: Include a minimum of 5 scholarly resources.

Your written reflection should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure to adhere to the National University’s Academic Integrity Policy.

GUIDELINES ON HOW TO WRITE AND DEVELOP A CASE STUDY

I have attached AI Toolkit Quest Part 1, to help with this assignment Part 2..

AI Toolkit Quest Part 2

Overview

This three-part AI Toolkit Quest challenges you to explore, apply, and evaluate AI tools to transform your chosen industry. In Week 2, AI Toolkit Quest Part 1, you identified 2 AI tools, analyzed their features, and assessed their potential applications. This week, you will select two tools to address a specific industry challenge and apply them to analyze data and test solutions. In Week 10, you will consolidate your findings into a comprehensive AI Toolkit featuring the three most impactful tools and provide actionable guidance for their integration and use. This Quest equips you with practical skills to leverage AI for real-world problem-solving. Use the AI Toolkit Resources as a starting point, and feel free to add your favorites to help you complete the AI Toolkit activities. Strayer University recommends Microsoft Copilot as an AI tool; however, we acknowledge that many other tools are available.

Part 2: Applying AI Tools to Specific Problems

You will tackle a specific challenge in your industry using two AI tools from your earlier research. You will apply these tools to analyze data, create visualizations, or test solutions while documenting your process, capturing insights, and reflecting on their usability and impact.

Instructions

1. Choose a specific challenge from your industry or company that you could address. Use the challenge you have already selected for your assignment.
2. From your list of two tools, what do you find most relevant to solving this challenge?
3. Use your two tools to analyze data, create visualizations, and/or test potential solutions.
4. For each tool, document:
5. The problem you tried to address with the tool.
6. How you set up and used the tools (use screenshots of prompts and show the variation of prompts; add any interactions with the AI you may have had.)
7. Capture any findings or insights these tools helped you uncover.
8. Reflect on the usability of the tool.

nstructions

You are a professor in the School of Business at a local university and teach about organizational development and leadership. The lecture this evening focuses on ethics and organizations and how organizations create a culture of ethics within organizations. You decide using an audio-visual presentation will impact students most.

Instructions

Create a PowerPoint presentation with audio that outlines an ethical organization’s key characteristics and actions. Discuss how organizations integrate and implement ethical cultures and behavior and the role of leadership in the process. Identify the leadership theory or theories that support the characteristics and actions of an ethical organization.

Length: 12-15 slides with a separate title and reference page

References: Include a minimum of 5 scholarly resources.

Your written reflection should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts presented in the course by providing new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your response should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards. Be sure to adhere to the National University’s Academic Integrity Policy.

HOW TO ADD AUDIO TO A POWERPOINT RESOURCE

1. W3 and W5 papers need to be combined and possibly refined. Introduction, transitional paragraph to tie them together and a conclusion. 2. Build a 12 slide power point to deliver the final paper to a client. Detailed instructions are attached for both 1 and 2