Category: Business and management

Part 1: Research & Share

1. Research and provide five (5) key terms and definitions used in project management.
2. Second research topic is: Find two sources (and cite them) that outline requirements for a successful completion of a quality management project. Provide how the two sources are the same as far as key elements and where there might be differences. Compare and contrast.

Part 2: Reading Reflection

Based on the Agile article in this weeks reading:

1. Hypothesize if/ how the information in the article provides consideration for accepting both team AND customer differences – you will need to infer.
2. Based on your reading can you infer any specific examples in the reading that MIGHT negate cognitive bias and which one.
3. If you do not feel there is sufficient enough information, please share what information would need to be included to ensure differences in customer and team needs are being considered.

Current Events

For Modules 2, 4, 6, & 8 you will select an article from either the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), New York Times (NYT), or the LA Times (LAT). The article must be from either of those three media, and it must be in relation to a managerial concept which we learned in these modules. The article must be a recent article (within the last 6 months). Read the article and then write a 500 word/one page analysis summary. You must also include the link to the article, and use proper APA citation. These summary essays will be submitted in Canvas using Turnitin which will score your paper based on similarity to others’ writings. The summary is due by the stated Sunday @ 11:59pm. Each summary is worth 95 points.

VVC offers free access to online versions of this media (WSJ, NYT, LAT). Please refer to the video which is in this module to learn how to access these newspapers. The WSJ, NYT, & LAT are grouped into the US Dailies newspapers.

You will be required to submit your essay using Turnitin. Please refer to the video which is in to learn how to submit your assignment properly.

1. Choose Your Article

Pick a current and key article which addresses any of the concepts we learned this week. The article could be from either the WSJ, NYT, or LAT, and can be located in several sections such as:

• Economy and Markets
• Business and Finance
• Politics
• Technology
• Global News

Select articles that you find most relevant or impactful for the week. The articles MUST be accounting related, and they must have relevance to the topics learned in this module. Make a note of the link to the article as well as the title, author(s), and date. You will need to include this information in your analysis summary.

2. Write a Brief Introduction

Write a brief introductory paragraph using 3-4 sentences, introduce the focus of your summary. You can mention the overall themes covered in the articles you selected.

Example sentence:

“This week’s Wall Street Journal highlights the economic recovery amid global challenges and explores shifts in technology trends.”

3. Key Issues from Each Article

The next paragraph should include the following:

• Title and Source: Mention the article’s title and section.
• Main Idea/Topic: Summarize the core of the article
• Key Issues: Include important facts, figures, or insights listed in bullet point format.

Example:

• Title and Source: “Global Markets See Surge as Inflation Fears Ease” from the Global News section of WSJ
• Main Idea/Topic: The article discusses how global stock markets have surged this week as inflation fears subside in the U.S.
• Key Issues:
• U.S. inflation data shows signs of easing, encouraging investor confidence.
• European and Asian markets follow suit, benefiting from strong corporate earnings.
• Economists predict moderate growth in the upcoming quarter.

4. Analysis/Personal Insight

The next 2-3 paragraphs should contain your analysis and personal insight. Here are a few questions to consider.

• How does the information impact the economy, business, or society?
• How do the concepts you learned this week relate to the issues in the article?
• Do you agree or disagree with the viewpoint of the article(s)?

Example sentence:

“The easing of inflation concerns may bring a period of stability to the stock market, but investors should remain cautious, as economic factors like global supply chain disruptions still pose risks.”

5. Conclusion

Conclusion paragraph should be 3-4 sentences. This is a wrap-up of your analysis paragraphs. You can also make predictions or comment on the future implications of the article(s).

Example sentence:

“As inflation pressures remain a key concern for many countries, global markets will likely experience a mix of volatility and growth in the coming months, with ongoing geopolitical tensions influencing investor sentiment.”

6. Final Touches

• Make certain that you have your name and course/section number at the top of the paper.
• Make sure your summary flows logically and remains concise.
• Stay within the 500 word count/one page limit
• Be sure to cite properly using APA (see below for examples)
• Include a link to the article

APA in-text citation (used in the body of your essay) example:

“Four score and seven years ago” (Lincoln, 1863)

APA citation (listed in the References section at the end of your essay) example:

to cite a book:

Engstrom, N. (2024). Your lifepath: How to make each stage of your life exceptional. Foothills Media Group.

OR

to cite a website article:

Svrluga, B. (2025). An old linebacker but a young man, bobby wagner eyes the future and an MBA. Washington, D.C., ItemValueImpl ( label = missing key: indexField.pubAddressCountry]] value = United States] blockName = text mnemonic = null mnemonicSearchType = null template = null ) ItemValueImpl ( label = missing key: indexField.PUBQualifie(TRUNCATED): WP Company LLC d/b/a The Washington Post. Retrieved from https://www.proquest.com/blogs-podcasts-websites/old-linebacker-young-man-bobby-wagner-eyes-future/docview/3156697393/se-2

Two sources – the article and textbook.

Current Events Essay

Each summary will be submitted in Canvas using Turnitin.

Each summary is worth 95 points.

The summary is due by Sunday 03/01 @ 11:59pm.

YOU MUST refer to the information page in this module for detailed information about what is expected and how to format your summary.

Once you turn in your essay, Turnitin will rank it according to similarity between other documents which have been written historically. This helps to prevent plagiarism. Once Turnitin has scored your paper, you can check the results so that you can make corrections to your paper. Your score cannot be higher than 10%. If it is over 10%, you will be allowed to correct your paper and upload it again into Turnitin. In total you are allowed two submissions (initial and corrected). However, your second attempt (corrected) must still be submitted prior to the due date. No late submissions will be accepted.

If your Turnitin Score and AI Score is:

0% earns 10 points of extra credit.

between 2% & 5% earns between 5 & 9 points of extra credit.

between 6% & 9% earns between 1 & 4 points of extra credit.

10% is the maximum score acceptable – no extra credit points.

between 11% to 15% deduct 5 points

Between 16% to 20% deduct 10 points

Over 20% scores 0 points for plagiarism

Regardless of your Turnitin score, if your paper is red flagged for use of AI, improper citations, hidden quotations, articles over 6 months, etc, you will be docked points on the rubric overall.

follow instructions on file, need deep analysis as well according to the rubric given.

8. Make-or-Buy Decision for Sterile Compounding Unit

Primary Discussion Response is due by Thursday (11:59:59pm Central), Peer Responses are due by Saturday (11:59:59pm Central). Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 300500 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas. Companies face complex challenges in today’s global business environment. This includes managing a diverse workforce where leaders must be culturally aware. They must also be adaptable to promote inclusive teams. To stay competitive, rapid technological changes push businesses to keep employees skills current and adopt new technologies, such as the following: Developments in artificial intelligence (AI) Machine learning Automation World events, such as the following, create uncertainty that impacts business strategies and operations: Geopolitical conflicts Economic instability Supply chain issues In this discussion, you will first examine these global challenges within your career field. Second, you will suggest possible solutions as a future leader. Finally, you will analyze how actual companies are handling similar issues. The following are some examples of challenges you might want to consider: Project management: Supply chain disruptions Logistics: Transportation delays Accounting: Fluctuating exchange rates and interest rates Marketing: The use of AI and machine learning tools for international marketing campaigns or cultural understanding for local campaigns Finance: Tax laws and reporting regulations for each country the organization operates in Multinational business: Managing diverse workforces and understanding the cultural differences of workers Human resources management: Training employees in cultural differences and local workplace laws Data analytics: Data protection and the use of AI and machine learning Read the following articles before answering the discussion questions: Top 5 Business Challenges in 2024 and How to Overcome Them 10 Key Takeaways From Davos 2024 Discuss the following with your classmates: Identify 2 challenges businesses in your career field currently face on a global scale. For each challenge, suggest a possible solution that you, as a future leader, might use to solve it. Give an example of a company handling at least one of these challenges, and explain how it addresses the challenge you identified. Responses to Other Students: Respond to at least 2 of your fellow classmates with at least a 100200-word reply about their Primary Task Response regarding items you found to be compelling and enlightening. To help you with your discussion, please consider the following questions: What did you learn from your classmate’s posting? What additional questions do you have after reading the posting? What clarification do you need regarding the posting? What differences or similarities do you see between your posting and other classmates’ postings? For assistance with your assignment, please use your textbook and all course resources. Discussion Board Rubric Expectation Points Possible Points Earned Comments Application of Learning Material Content: Initial post demonstrates understanding of Learning Material content. 25 Application of Course Knowledge: Initial post contributes unique perspectives or insights gleaned from personal experience or examples from discipline. 25 DB Responses: Responds substantively to two posts. Responses encourage interaction in the Discussion Board and classroom community. 10 Organization: Initial post presents information logically and is clearly relevant to discussion topic. 8 Professional Language: Posts contain accurate grammar, spelling, and punctuation with few or no errors. (APA formatting is not required.) 7 Total Points 75 Total Points Earned View a downloadable version of the Discussion Board Grading Rubric. References McKinsey. (2024, January 21). 10 key takeaways from Davos 2024. https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/themes/10-key-takeaways-from-davos-2024 Quantive. (2024). Top 5 business challenges in 2024 and how to overcome them. https://quantive.com/resources/articles/business-challenges

You will analyze the Hershey cases and submit a write up. The maximum page length allowed is 2 pages (before references). Format specifications: Times New Roman, 12-point font size, spacing: 1.5 with 1 margin all around). You may not consult with any other student or person before submitting your write-up. Min: 1 page. References cited (APA format at the end). Based on the data in both cases and your research using trusted web sources, please answer the following questions: 1) What could go wrong for Hershey if the legal, financial, and reputational risks associated with child labor in their supply chain materialize? 2) Using both cases, how would you assess the performance of Hershey’s CEO, Michelle Buck from both a financial and a corporate social responsibility standpoint, including DEI and ESG? Please note the evolution of Tony’s Chocolonely’s revenue.

For this assignment, I have to listen to a podcast on Sears catalog homes research the different types of Sears catalogue homes, and answer the following question in several paragraphs if you could order a serious catalog home, which Home would you order and why discuss the process of building the homes with the process be ideal for you why or why not are you familiar with any serious catalog homes standing today? Maybe they are in your neighborhood if so, what impact have they had on you? Use the unit packet to reference some of the material. Also use the link in the picture. Which is https://99percentinvisible.org/episode/the-house-that-came-in-the-mail/

You will develop a short paper (2-3 pages) indicating understanding and perceptions of key content points from assigned chapters, articles, videos, etc. Papers will include: Title/cover page Introduction (2 paragraphs maximum) Content/Critical Thinking Analysis (Identify key concepts, theories, and models from weekly assigned chapters and readings [Topic: Conflict of Interest] and describe how you can apply this information to your organization-give examples) Conclusion (2 paragraphs maximum) References Note: You can use your current/former work organization (or an organization you may volunteer for, serve on committees, etc.) Papers will be mostly narrative in format. See the rubric for specific details to guide you in developing your papers. Papers must follow APA guidelines (especially in regards to citing sources to avoid plagiarized work). You will utilize content from the textbook, and any additional resources, such as scholarly articles, journals, books, assigned videos. (Note: Wikipedia is not a scholarly resource).