For the case 31: Campbell you going to have to google it because it wouldn’t let me copy and paste it from school resource.

Youve been brought on as a consultant to evaluate Campbells SWOT and determine the next steps for developing organizational strategies.

Assessment Preparation

Review the following:

• Case 31: Campbell: How to Keep the Soup Simmering found in the Learning Activities folder
• The most recent analysis of the Campbell Soup Company SWOT Analysis from the

Assessment Deliverable

Write an 825- to 1,050-word proposal for initiating new organizational strategies. In your proposal:

• Evaluate each section within the SWOT analysis.
• Summarize each section, including why the information in each section is pertinent to developing the organizational strategies.
• Recommend 4 organizational strategies, one for each component of the SWOT, that should be implemented within 35 years for a profitable future. For each strategy:
• Explain how the strategy aligns to the component (S, W, O, or T).
• Describe how the strategy should be implemented.

Consider including references from at least 1 reputable source outside of the textbook and SWOT analysis, such as an industry analyst report or other references related to the industry, to support your recommended strategies.

Cite your sources to support your assessment.

Format all references according to APA guidelines.

You have been promoted to a senior role, and the CEO has asked you to speak to the staff about modeling exemplary leadership, using an example of a person from your own background or professional career. Describe the exemplary leader you will present to the staff, providing specific details about their behaviors relative to styles such as exemplary leadership, ethical leadership, moral leadership, and Collins’s model of level leadership

What is your definition of leadership, as part of your brief introduction.

Then, using the module reading, the library, and credible internet sources, conduct research on traditional and contemporary leadership theories. For the reminder of your initial post, compare and contrast an element from each of the behavioral, situational, and function theory categories, noting similarities and differences between them. In your professional experience, which theories have the most relevance for today’s global business environment? Why? Provide scholarly support for your perspective.

This is an individual assignment. Students are required to analyze the Nike European supply disruption case and address both problems below using the provided data.

Short-Term Decision

Propose a clear and justified plan to reallocate the 2,500-unit supply shortage across products and channels. Your recommendation should consider channel roles, margins, growth expectations, stakeholder impact, and implementation risks.

Long-Term Strategy

Recommend strategic actions Nike should take to improve supply chain resilience and reduce exposure to similar disruptions in the future.

Submissions should demonstrate structured thinking, data-based justification, and alignment with Nikes strategic and financial objectives.

Expected Deliverables

1. Written Analysis

Your report should be structured as follows:

1-Case understanding and constraints

2-Problem 1 analysis

Allocation logic

Final recommendation

Stakeholder impact

Risks and implementation approach

3-Problem 2 long-term resilience recommendations

4-Key takeaways linked to course concepts

Clarity, logic, and justification are more important than length.

2. Presentation Slides

Prepare slides following the provided PowerPoint templates.

Slides should clearly communicate:

1 Your allocation logic

2 Final recommendations

3 Strategic rationale

This case study is pretty simple just need to answer a few questions. does not need to be in essay form or anything just answer the questions based off the notes and information provided the case study is attached along with the instructions and 2 chapter notes that we went over in class.

Be sure to review the prior to participating in the discussions. You’ll want to review the provided rubric for each discussion prior to posting as well. If you need assistance working in the discussions, review this 2-minute video on .

In this Discussion, please introduce yourself. Share where you work or plan to work after completing your program, share about your family, and any hobbies or special interests you may have. Also, tell us why you are taking this course and what you hope to gain from obtaining your degree. In addition, please look at the course objectives in the syllabus and discuss their relevance to your career goals.

Specific Instructions: Your initial post must be at least 250 words. Please respond to at least two (two) other students substantively. This Discussion submission serves as your official entry into the course, and this is why we have drawn special attention to this assignment. You will be reminded of this Discussion in the Week 1 Lesson, but please keep in mind that a 250-word post must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. ET on Sunday of Week 1, or you will be automatically dropped from the course.

Reply to this prompt by mid-week; and at least two colleagues by weeks end. Please review the Discussion Rubric for Timeliness expectations; the initial response is due Wednesday, and peer replies start on Thursday.

Rubrics

• BUSN UNDERGRAD Intro Discussion Rubric (OCT 2022)

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Krystal Penick – Week 1 Intro!

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Krystal Penick posted Feb 3, 2026 9:48 PM

Hello Everyone!

My name is Krystal Penick. I was in the Navy for 6 years, serving as a Corpsman (for the non-military people, that is equivalent to an LVN or Medical Assistant depending on where you live). I was last stationed at Joint Base San Antonio, where I was challenged with working completely outside of my rate (job). I worked in logistics, then I was the command’s Equipment Manager (responsible for 1.1M worth of IT equipment), and finally I helped support the Master-At-Arms department. Let’s just say, I became a Jill of all trades!

I am currently not working. I’m being deliberate about what I want my work-life to feel like, after not having any say over it for 6 years. I completely shifted gears by leaving patient care and decided to get my degree in Government Contracting and Acquisition. I am interested in learning the in’s and out’s of government contracts because they are notoriously complex and having the academic knowledge will make me more marketable and more confident when I begin my career search.

As far as family goes, I am not married or with kids. My “kid” is my 1 year old pup named Koda! I’ve recently taken a liking to playing pool (no, I am not good). I also enjoy bowling, working out 5-6 days a week, dine-in movies with friends, spending a lot of time at home (major homebody), listening to music, and true crime shows.

I am taking this course because it is a requirement for my degree, but I also find business very interesting and nuanced. In relation to the objectives, understanding the environments in which businesses operate is relevant to my career goals because government-related businesses function within unique regulatory, operational, and compliance constraints.

I hope we all enjoy this class and pass with flying colors! Good luck everyone!

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KHUP TUANG posted Feb 3, 2026 7:22 PM

Hello Class

My name is Khup Tuang, and I am currently serving in the United States Army. I am stationed at Fort Sill, Oklahoma, where I work in the Human Resources field. My job involves supporting soldiers with administrative and personal tasks, which has help me develop strong organizational and communication skills. Serving in the Military has taught me discipline, responsibility, and the importance of teamwork, and these experiences have motivated me to continue my education.

After completing my associate degree, my plan is to work in the supply chain management industry. I am interested in this field because it play major role in how businesses operate efficiently, especially when it comes to planning, logistics, and resource management. I believe my background in Human Resources and my Military experience will support my future goals in businesses and supply chain operation.

I am the second youngest child in my family and first person from my family to serve in the Military. I am very proud of that accomplishment, I also have nephew and a niece who motivate me to be a good role model and work hard toward my goals. Family is very important to me and continue to support me throughout my Military journey.

Growing up, one of my biggest hobbies was playing soccer. I dreamed of becoming a professional soccer player one day, however life took a different path and I learned that not all dreams the way we expect. Even so soccer taught me valuable lessons about teamwork, discipline, and perseverance, which I still use today.

I am taking this course to gain a better understanding of businesses concepts, which will be helpful for my field of study and my future career. I hope to gain knowledge about how businesses operate, make decisions, and grow successfully. In long term, my goal is to become financially stable and possibly own a businesses one day. I believe this course and degree will help me prepare for those goals and give me the tools I need to succeed.

Have a good day!

Please upload a 2-page essay (approx. 500-800 words) in PDF format, outlining your background and interests, and why you are interested in joining the CBU MBA program. It may be helpful to include details regarding what the MBA program will do to further your career, your organization, and/or your community.

Watch the lecture

Read Theory: Ill founded criticisms of business ethics AND Does Business Ethics Make Economic Sense

Read Case Study: Hacking Harvard Case Study

After finishing the readings, lecture, and case study; then answer the following questions and submit your answers: Do you think business ethics is possible? Sen and Vaidya claim that business ethics are not only possible but a necessary element for businesses to function. How do they show this? Do you agree or disagree and why?

so the assignment is creating the product attached in the file for good earth that is an existing company

Unit 4 Assignment: From Ideation to Proposal: Crafting an Innovation Strategy

Purpose

Innovation becomes powerful when it moves beyond brainstorming into structured, actionable concepts. This assignment bridges that gap by helping you transform a promising idea into a clear, user-centered proposal. By focusing on problemsolution fit, it introduces core principles from the Lean Startup approach and lays the foundation for your future work with the Lean Canvas.

You will begin developing a concept brief by exploring user needs, defining key elements of your idea, and demonstrating how your solution offers a compelling and feasible path to impact.

Setting the Stage for Innovation. You are part of a cross-functional innovation team within your organization. Leadership has identified a critical challenge: improving user experiences to address specific pain points while delivering long-term value for the company.

In the Unit 3 Discussion, you collaborated on sustainability-driven ideas and user-centered solutions. Now, your role is to act as an internal innovation lead by preparing a brief for senior stakeholders. This proposal will showcase one idea from the Unit 3 Discussion, either your own or one refined in collaboration with a peer, and outline how it could deliver measurable value.

Your submission will serve as the foundation for future assignments, including a business model, pitch, and growth strategy. Your voice should be professional, persuasive, and grounded in the user problem you’re aiming to solve.

Task

Develop a 2-3 page concept proposal based on your Unit 3 ideation work. Your proposal should build out the early-stage components of a Lean Canvas and reflect principles from Chapters 2 (Building the Innovative Organization) and 6 (Innovation Strategy) of Managing Innovation. This is not an academic essay. It is a concise business proposal modeled after early-stage Lean Canvas thinking. Bullet points are encouraged where appropriate, and writing should be brief, direct, and user-focusednot theoretical or scholarly. Your proposal must include the following six sections aligned with the Lean Canvas:

1. Introduction

• Briefly describe the organization or context (real or fictional) where the innovation would be applied.
• Introduce your core idea and explain how it emerged from your prior brainstorming or collaboration.
• Identify the user group this solution serves and why addressing their sustainability challenge is significant.

2. Customer Segment

• Clearly define the user group using:
• Demographics (e.g., age, income, education, family structure)
• Psychographics (e.g., lifestyle, values, attitudes, behaviors)
• Geographics (e.g., neighborhood, region, climate, local norms)
• Behavioral traits (e.g., usage patterns, decision-making habits)
• Explain what makes this groups needs relevant and how they are underserved in this context.

3. Problem

• Identify two core pain points or challenges faced by this user group in their daily lives.
• Share empathy-based insights that show why solving these problems matters from the users perspective.

4. Unique Value Proposition (UVP)

State your compelling value proposition, what makes the solution stand out to the user.

Describe the ultimate benefit or transformation the user will experience if the solution is implemented.

5. Solution

• Outline three key features of your proposed solution that directly address the identified pain points.
• Describe what the solution is and why it matters to the user.
• Focus on how each feature aligns with user needs (not on how it will be implemented).