Category: Business and management

  • Learning Theories

    I would wait to start Im going to upload chapters for (Noe) textbook in a few hours but heres the instructions. Also going to upload my training program

    Work on this assignment after reading the section on Learning Theories in Ch. 4, Noe 7th (pp. 161-173). If you use the 9th edition, then pp. 156-165.

    Select two learning theories that help you provide a framework for your training program. Describe the theories and state how they will inform the design of your training program.

    Guidelines for your post:

    Subject: Name of the learning theories that you will discuss

    Structure:

    1. A brief description of your training program (audience & learning goals)
    2. Description of two learning theories
    3. Discussion how the theories will inform the design of your training program

    Note 1: In the 7th edition, Ch. 4, theres a reference to “learning styles” – we no longer use this terminology / theory. Watch the TedTalk by Tesia Marshik under “Optional/Recommended Resources” as Tesia provides an explanation “why”.

    Note 2: Feel free to consider a learning theory from OILS 541 The Adult Learner, if you find that the theory is appropriate in your context (and not discussed in Noe). Then, please provide a link to a good source for students to learn more about the theory.

    Your initial post should be at least 350 words but no more than 700 words.

  • Building a Competency/ Capability Model

    i would recommend you dont start yet these are the instructions but I wont be able to upload the textbook(Noe) chapters until about 1pm today. But these are the instructions

    After reading Noe’s Ch 3, do the following:

    Step 1. Develop a competency model for a job held by a friend, spouse, or subordinate (someone other than yourself). To develop your model, follow the process discussed in Chapter 3 (Noe). Create a sketch of the model (a diagram or a table; See Table 3.10 “Examples of Competencies at Voya Financial” in Noe’s 9th ed., on p 141 in text or p 46 in e-book,as an example). This is not just a list of competencies, detail out what the competency means. As you work on your model, reflect on the process and note the most difficult part in developing the model.

    Step 2. Go to

    the website for CareerOnestop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, to help job seekers, students, businesses, and career professionals. Choose one of the industry competency models (under “Industry Models”) that is closely related to the job for which you developed your model in Step 1. Review the model and consider whether you want to make any changes in the model developed in Step 1. If needed, make necessary changes.

    Important: Your final model doesn’t need to resemble any particular model from CareerOnestop. Step 2 is just to inform your thinking about your own model.

    Note: If the person is in the training and development field, feel free to utilize and/or build on ATD Talent Development Capability Model or previous ATD Competency Model.

    Optional/Recommended: Show your work to your friend or colleague (whose job you considered for this assignment) and get feedback on your model. Modify it further, if necessary.

    Step 3. Upload your final model (as an image) to this forum. In your post, write two-three paragraphs describing your model / your reflection on the process.

    Guidelines for your post:

    Subject: Job title

    Structure:

    1. Two-three paragraphs describing of your model / your reflection on the process of developing the model.
    2. Uploaded image of the final model.

    Your response should be at least 400 words but no more than 700 words.

    remember this isnt for a masters degree Im in highschool needs to be that readable type of literature

  • Integrative Case 2.0 Walmart Failures In Entering Three Deve…

    Case Study: Walmarts Failures AssignmentInstructions

    Overview

    Please read the Integrative Case 2.0 on pages 633-638 of the Daft text and respond to all four questions on page 638.

    I have attached the 4 questions along with Case Study

    Instructions

    Please make sure to address the following:

    Identify the key players, factors, and organizational issues through an introduction (this is not the abstract page).

    Evaluate and analyze the issues and problems facing the organization and integrate specific and relevant organizational and leadership theories.

    Provide your personal perspective on the case, applying theories and perspectives.

    Examine the Bible and discuss what the Scriptures say about the depicted organizational issue(s).

    Your paper must include:

    o Minimum 1200 words body of the paper (not including the title page, abstract, and references)

    o The Bible

    o 7 scholarly, peer-reviewed sources

    o Course textbook (Daft)

    o Merida book

    o Title page

    o Abstract

    o Reference list

    o Adherence to the APA-7 professional version format including but not limited to title page, headings, margins, page numbers, citations, references, font, line spacing, etc.

    When you reference the Bible for biblical integration, it is the holy Word of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and it is not considered an academic, peer-reviewed source.

    Note: Your assignment will be checked for originality via the Turnitin plagiarism tool.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Walmart Failures Assignment Instructions.docx, Walmart.pdf

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  • 2-1 Short Paper: Burberry Case Study

    Prompt

    First, read the case study Balancing Exclusivity and Sustainability in the Fashion Industry: #Burnberry.

    • How would you evaluate the following actions by Burberry?
    1. Destroying its stock
    2. Reporting on its actions
    • Discuss the importance of Burberrys leadership to evolve its sense of purpose: the why of its business.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Module Two Short Paper Guidelines and Rubric.pdf, Exclusivity and Sustainability in Burnberry.pdf

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  • Case 9.1 MAQ Corporation

    Please see the attached document for instructions and the grading rubric

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Case 9.docx

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  • Building business strategy

    you can make the report about Mercedes. please let me know if you have any questions

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Building business strategy assignment brief.docx

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  • LAS432-Course Project Recommendations Essay

    Please see all attached files. The partial draft has been posted as well labeled as LAS432_Course_Project_Template_2 draft. Please follow the template as a guide when completing the essay.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Course Recommendations Essay Instructions.docx, LAS432_Course_Project_Template_2 draft.docx

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  • LAS432-Course Project Recommendations Essay

    Please see all attached files. The partial draft has been posted as well labeled as LAS432_Course_Project_Template_2 draft. Please follow the template as a guide when completing the essay.

    Attached Files (PDF/DOCX): Course Recommendations Essay Instructions.docx, LAS432_Course_Project_Template_2 draft.docx

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  • Conveying a Compelling Vision Discussion Board

    Using the articles below and this module’s videos, answer the following questions in your own words. Each student is required to reply to a minimum of one other student’s post. Responses should be in complete sentences and one paragraph in length.

    Vision, Mission And Values: How They Differ And Why They Matter:

    What is a Vision Statement and How to Write One (+Examples and Template):

    Building a Strong Foundation: Understanding the Core Elements of a Vision Statement:

    1. Describe a vision statement in your own words.

    2. What are the core elements of a vision?

    3. Describe a mission statement in your own words.

    4. What is the difference between a vision and a mission statement?

    5. Provide an example of a compelling vision you experienced in your life.

    6. What is your Super Heros vision and statement?

    7. Respond to another students post.

  • Business Class

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    Part 1

    Length: 300400 words

    Chapter 1 emphasizes that every choice has a cost, even when no money changes hands.

    Choose one of the following managerial areas:

    Hiring and staffing

    Budget allocation

    Time management

    Strategic initiatives (projects started, delayed, or abandoned)

    In your response:

    1. Describe the decision that was made

    2. Identify the explicit cost (money, time, resources)

    3. Identify the true opportunity cost (what was given up)

    4. Explain why managers often fail to recognize opportunity costs

    End your assignment with this sentence (completed by you):

    The real cost of this decision was not ________, but ________.

    Part #2

    write a short executive-style memo that answers the following:

    Length: 500600 words

    1. What is economics from a managers perspective?

    (Avoid textbook definitionsexplain it as a decision tool.)

    2. Identify a real managerial decision you have made or observed that involved:

    o Scarcity

    o Trade-offs

    o Opportunity cost

    3. Explain how economic thinking (as described in Chapter 1) could have:

    o Improved the decision, or

    o Changed the outcome, timing, or risk

    4. Conclude with this sentence, completed in your own words:

    The greatest mistake managers make when they ignore economics is ______.

    Part #3

    1. From a managerial economics perspective, how should policymakers evaluate higher education in prisons as an investment rather than a social program? What costs and returns should be included in this analysis?

    2. How does providing associates and bachelors degree programs to incarcerated students contribute to human capital development? Why does human capital matter for long-run economic growth and productivity?

    3. Many industries face labor shortages. How could college-educated formerly incarcerated individuals help fill workforce gaps, and what types of industries or roles would benefit the most?

    4. Using costbenefit analysis, compare the cost of incarceration without education versus incarceration with access to college programs. Which option is likely to be more efficient in the long run, and why?

    5. From the viewpoint of taxpayers and employers, what are the economic benefits of reduced recidivism associated with higher education in prison?

    6. What are the opportunity costs of funding higher education for incarcerated students? What alternative uses of these funds might critics argue for, and how would a manager respond to those arguments?

    7. Some members of the public argue that it is unfair for incarcerated individuals to receive publicly funded education. How should decision-makers separate emotional arguments from economic efficiency arguments when evaluating this policy?

    8. How could employers perceptions and stigma toward formerly incarcerated graduates affect the return on investment of these education programs? What managerial or policy strategies could reduce this risk?

    9. If you were advising a state agency, what performance metrics would you recommend to measure the success of prison higher education programs? (Examples: employment rates, earnings, recidivism, tax contributions.)

    10. As a manager or policymaker, would you recommend expanding, maintaining, or limiting college-in-prison programs? Defend your recommendation using economic reasoning from the article.

    Part #4

    1.Why do you think certain sneaker brands, like Jordans and LeBrons, can sell for such high prices, even though the production costs are relatively low?

    2. How does scarcity (limited edition releases) influence consumer behavior and drive up the demand for sneakers?

    3.What role do athletes and celebrities play in creating demand for specific sneakers, and how does that affect their market value?

    4.Why do you think some people are willing to pay double or triple the retail price for sneakers in the resale market?

    5. If sneaker companies decided to increase production and make their products less exclusive, how do you think it would impact prices and demand?

    part t #5

    SECTION II Short Answer (10 points)

    5 Questions 2 points each = 10 points

    Answer clearly and concisely.

    1. Explain why doing nothing is still a decision in economic terms.

    2. Distinguish between a movement along the demand curve and a shift of the demand curve.

    3. Why should sunk costs not affect future managerial decisions?

    4. Why does elasticity matter for pricing strategy?

    5. Why can GDP growth occur while an individual firm struggles?

    SECTION III Applied MBA Case (10 points)

    Case Scenario:

    A firm faces rising input costs due to inflation while demand for its product becomes more price-sensitive. Leadership must decide whether to raise prices, cut costs, or invest in productivity improvements.

    Answer the following:

    a. What is happening on the supply side? (3 points)

    b. What does increased price sensitivity imply about elasticity? (3 points)

    c. As an executive, which strategic direction would you prioritize and why? Use economic reasoning. (4 points)