Need a Paper with 400 – 500 words in APA format describing the following :- – What is the purpose of Business Impact Analysis?- Explain the concepts of Recovery Time Objective (RTO) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPO).- In your school or organization, identify two business functions (or systems) that require high-availability and determine the RTO and RPO of each system.
https://search-alexanderstreet-com.chamberlainuniversity.idm.oclc.org/view/work/4065279/clip/150946 PLEASE USE ABOVE LINK FOR PAPER . THE VIEDO IS NEEDED FOR THIS ESSAY. PLEASE FOLLOW BELOW RUBRIC: Instructions Watch the entire video on Benito Mussolini (noted in the Required Resources). Identify and describe 3 aspects of the video you found most interesting that align with each of the following: Foreign policy. Violent and/or non-violent movements for social, economic, and political change Governmental authority/loss of personal liberties Conduct additional research to provide an analysis of those 3 aspects. What information did you find that the video left out? How did the video enhance your understanding of those aspects? Writing Requirements (APA format) Length: 2-3 pages (not including title page or references page)
1-inch margins Double spaced 12-point Times New Roman font Title page References page Grading This activity will be graded using the W2 Essay Grading Rubric. Course Outcomes (CO): 1, 3, 4, 5 Due Date: By 11:59 p.m. MT on Sunday Rubric Week 2 Essay Grading Rubric Week 2 Essay Grading Rubric Criteria Ratings Pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLength 5.0 pts Meets length requirement 0.0 pts Does not meet length requirement 5.0 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeContent 10.0 pts Paper addresses all aspects of the assignment. 8.5 pts Paper addresses most aspects of the assignment. 7.5 pts Paper addresses some aspects of the assignment. 6.0 pts Paper addresses few aspects of the assignment. 0.0 pts No effort 10.0 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAnalysis 20.0 pts Throughout the whole work, content expresses original thoughts or interprets the subject matter in a different perspective. 17.0 pts Throughout most of the work, content expresses original thoughts or interprets the subject matter in a different perspective. 15.0 pts Throughout some of the work, content expresses original thoughts or interprets the subject matter in a different perspective. 12.0 pts Throughout little of the work, content expresses original thoughts or interprets the subject matter in a different perspective. 0.0 pts No effort 20.0 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSupport 20.0 pts Throughout the whole work, claims are supported with detailed and persuasive examples; accurate facts and circumstances are used for support. 17.0 pts Throughout most of the work, claims are supported with detailed and persuasive examples; accurate facts and circumstances are used for support. 15.0 pts Throughout some of the work, claims are supported with detailed and persuasive examples; accurate facts and circumstances are used for support. 12.0 pts Throughout little of the work, claims are supported with detailed and persuasive examples; accurate facts and circumstances are used for support. 0.0 pts No effort 20.0 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeWriting: Mechanics & Usage 10.0 pts The writing is free of errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation that would detract from a clear reading of the paper. 8.5 pts The writing contains a few errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation, but the errors do not detract from a clear reading of the text. 7.5 pts The writing contains some errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation that need to be addressed for a clearer reading of the paper. 6.0 pts The writing contains several errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation that impede a clear reading of the paper. 0.0 pts No effort 10.0 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeClarity & Flow 10.0 pts The writing contains strong word choice that clarifies ideas and masterful sentence variety aids with the flow of ideas. 8.5 pts The writing contains varied word choice and sentence structures that clarify ideas and aid with the flow of ideas. 7.5 pts The writing contains word choice and sentence structures that can be revised for better clarification of ideas and flow of ideas. 6.0 pts The writing contains wording and sentence structures that are awkward and/or unclear, impeding the clarity and flow of ideas. 0.0 pts No effort 10.0 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeSource Integration 10.0 pts Paper includes reference to 2 scholarly sources and properly integrates the sources. 7.0 pts Paper includes reference to 2 scholarly sources but does not properly integrate the sources. 0.0 pts Paper does not make reference to a scholarly sources. 10.0 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA: Citation and Reference Formatting 10.0 pts All sources are properly cited in the text and references page demonstrating a mastery of resource and APA citation reference format. 8.5 pts Most sources are cited in the text and references page. Some minor errors may exist in citation, but it does not interfere with understanding the source of the information. 7.5 pts Most sources are integrated, structured, and cited in the text and references page. Some errors may exist in citation that need to be addressed to clarify the source of information. 6.0 pts Sources are not properly cited in the text/references page. Formatting contains several errors that suggest a lack of understanding of APA format. 0.0 pts Sources are not cited. 10.0 pts This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Paper Format 5.0 pts Paper is formatted to include all 7 of the following: title page, references page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, running header, and page numbers. 4.25 pts Paper is formatted to include 6 of the following: title page, references page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, running header, and page numbers. 3.75 pts Paper is formatted to include 5 of the following: title page, references page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, running header, and page numbers. 3.0 pts Paper is formatted to include 4 of the following: title page, references page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, running header, and page numbers. 0.0 pts Paper is formatted to include less than 4 of the following: title page, references page, Times New Roman font, 12-point font, double spacing, running header, and page numbers. 5.0 pts Total Points: 100.0 PLEASE SCHOOL TEXTBOOK MUST BE USE AS REFERENCE ; Duiker, W. J. (2018). Contemporary world history. (6thed). Stamford, CT : Cengage Learning. ISBN: 9781285447902 ONLY PERTAINING TO CHAPTER 4,5,6
There is a final paper requirement in this course, which you will satisfy by performing the case analysis assignment explained below.
The paper is due at any time before the end of Session V – 11:59 p.m. on January 11, 2020 – and is worth 20% of your grade.
I set forth the assignment below:
One very important part of Chapter 1 is the discussion of stare decisis and precedent, particularly in the context of some historic constitutional law case decisions. I have attached a copy of the United States Supreme Court’s groundbreaking decision in Brown v. Bd. of Education, 347 U.S. 483 (1954). Please read this decision and, in two to three pages: (1) summarize the finding of the Court and (2) explain both how stare decisis was applied and was not applied by the Court in its decision.
Please note that the linked/attached opinion was written by Supreme Court Chief Justice Warren at a time when the use of some language that is now considered offensive and racist was deemed acceptable by some. I just want you to note that I did not write the attached/linked opinion, nor do I condone the use of such terminology, it is the language of Chief Justice Warren of the Supreme Court in 1954. Obviously, if you have a problem with performing an assignment on this judicial opinion, let me know and I will find another case opinion for you.
Computing, Engineering & Media (CEM)
Coursework
Product Design and Development
Coursework 1 – Design Analysis
PART-A
i)The aims of the assignment are to understand the principals of 3D – Design Analysis and to carry out Finite Element Analysis on Simple Plate of size to be individually determined Y is between 120mm and 200mm inclusive, Z = Y/2; X = Y/2; C=Z/2 and D = 20% to 40% of Z, See figure below. The plate has uniform thickness of Z/4. (Please Ensure Individuality) Further aim is understanding the effects of different feature in a component and mesh density.
The objective is to produce a Simple Plate in the design package such as Creo6 and transferring the model into an Analysis package as and carrying out simulation of tensile stress. Initially the FEA package will Creo Simulate and then Ansys
Methodology requires applying fixed boundary conditions at one end and force/presser at the other end of the plate. You are to perform static stress analysis with linear material models on a classical problem by testing for different mesh densities.
Create the 3D design model in PTC Creo6
Attempt various mesh sizes starting from course to fine.
Initial Conditions: Fixed Boundary Conditions to be applied to one surface of the plate and a pressure to equivalent force of 40KN to be applied on the opposite surface.
Material to be used is Steel Low carbon Steel as listed in the materials library initially
Compare analysis results with classical stress calculations.
(ii) Further analysis can be carried out on a different size holes and section, such as a plate with Semi-circle notch (see below) on opposite edges and Square hole and also, different material and applying the same force/pressure to smaller area of 25% of the length Z in the middle. This will enable you to understand the effects of different type of features/parameters in a component
(iii) Discuss the methods for verifying results using classical formulae’s
Calculator for Stress Concentration Factor. Kt – FYI — https://www.efatigue.com/
? Rectangular Bars (https://www.efatigue.com/constantamplitude/stressconcentration/#a)
? Plate with a Circular Symmetric Hole
? Enter the value for ‘W’ width and Value for ‘d) Diameter ? Click on ‘Calculate Kt Value’
? Use the value to calculate total stress. Total Stress = Analysis Stress x Kt
(iv) Source and evaluate an actual product which has a component that is under tensile loading. Apply this type of analysis to a component and discuss the results.
This will develop your ability to understand the application of design packages, the effects of mesh density and to formulate decisions based on results obtained
Marks will be awarded for the following: –
Describing and explaining why the steps taken to produce the design and to carryout analysis with relevant printouts.
Discussing the results obtained and exploring variations and making recommendations. Evaluating and reporting on the effect of mesh density on stress and comparing it against the calculated vale using stress concentration factor.
Evaluating the effects of different diameters, together with different type of a hole for example square & notch and materials.
Verifying the results using classical methods.
Rectangular Bar with Opposite Edge Notches
Part B
The aim of the assignment is to develop your ability to model and analyze a component using design tools. The objective is to produce a design using a CAD package and to carry out Finite Element Analysis on an everyday engineering component. The product to consider is a common Bicycle Crank. Initial Dimensions for the Crank are as shown below.
Crank is modelled in PTC Creo 3D design package and can be saved as a *.PRT file.
CAD Data can be saved a neutral exchange file *. STEP is imported and analyzed in third party Simulation FEA package such as Ansys. Some third party can read *.PRT files directly and PTC Creo has integrated FEA package ‘Simulate’.
Dimensions for the Crank with Plain Holes
– Examples of Other Profiles for consideration for comparison are given as follows
Spigot – Parallel Fixing Profile Dimensions of the Spline
Spigot – Angled Fixing Profile Dimensions of the Spline
Another Example of Types of Fixing the Crank using a Flat Face
– Some other fixing could be just a square instead of a circle
This will further enhance the experience of using CAD and analysis by creating a model of bicycle crank and analyzing in Simulate/Ansys. This will highlight the benefits that can be gained from using design tools in the design process.
Conditions: Fixed Boundary Conditions to be applied to the surface on the 12mm hole in the R20 Boss initially.
Force of 1200N to be applied to the inner Nodes/Surface on the 10mm diameter hole in the 20mm boss on the Right-Hand Side
Material to be used is Medium carbon Steel listed in the materials library.
Design Safety Factor to consider is 4:1 at the Radii
Marks will be awarded for the following
Discuss the steps taken to produce the design and analysis with relevant printouts.
Consider the effects of Fixed Boundary Conditions and the Force applied at Nodal points or the Surface.
Discuss the results obtained and make recommendations.
Discuss the results obtained and explore variations and make recommendations. Evaluate and report on the effect of mesh density and the optimized shape of the Crank considering the effects of different radius and thickness as highlighted above on the Crank body.
Consider other analysis model such as an assembly with a Spigot in the Crank.
Verify the results using classical methods
Compare and Comment on the design of different type of fixing at the Crank and the spigot. For example, a key or tapered spigot or as per example given in the handout
Report Quality
Interim formative feedback during week 8.
Part C
Bending Stress Analysis of structural Section – Such as a Universal Beam – I-Beam. One Method of reducing weight of an I- Section and increase the load carrying capacity is to cut in Hexagon profile and weld the 2- sections as shown below.
Carryout Bending Stress on standard I section and a modified section with Beam of Appropriate length It is possible to modify the section provided on blackboard but use your own dimension that can be obtained from suppliers online.
For 1st analysis consider it as Cantilever with force 10KN; consider the effects of temperatures in extreme conditions.
Attempt Modal Analysis.
For 2nd Analysis consider it as a Simply Supported Beam.
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(b) (c)
Part D – Bell Crank for Formula Student car in the workshop is given.
Look at the assembled components on the Formula car in the Mechanical Workshop and evaluate and discuss the loading conditions. Model the part with appropriate conditions and carry out analysis to determine the optimized the design with a safety factor of 4:1
Assemble pins in the holes and carry out further analysis for comparison. Look at the new design on the current car and compare.
Bell crank for Formula Student Car
Part E
Discuss types of FEA methods and the benefits of applying design analysis in the Product Life Cycle, use examples to illustrate your discussion. Discuss also the functional differences between Ansys and Creo Simulate.
Report Quality
Completed hardcopy of the report to be handed into CEMAC student advice Centre in Gateway House by 17th January 2020
Coursework 1 – Product Design Analysis (ENGD2051)
Assessment Sheet
Name:______________________________________
Marks will be awarded as per the student’s Handbook
Part- A
(i) Describe the steps taken to produce the design and to carryout analysis with relevant printouts.
Discuss the results obtained and explore variations and make recommendations. Evaluate and report on the effect of mesh density and compare against the stress concentration factor. Analyses of the effect of different diameters and materials can also be considered. Consider the effects of Fixed Boundary Conditions and the Force applied at Nodal points or, edge or on the Surface.
Test for the effect of applying the same pressure in smaller area of 25% of the length ‘Z’ 20%
(ii) Compare the effects of different features on stress. Analysis model such as Plate with a Square Hole and Semi-Circle Notches– Discuss the Kt factor and the stress values compare to circle 10%
(iii) Discuss the methods for verifying results using classical formulae’s 5%
(iv) Analyze a component from an actual product which is under tensile loading in operation and discuss the results. 10%
Part B – Carry out analysis and Discuss the results obtained and explore variations of bicycle crank feature and consider the factor of safety. Evaluate and report on the effect of mesh density and the optimized shape of the bicycle Crank covering the effect of different radius as highlighted above and thickness of the crank body. Consider the effects of Fixed Boundary Conditions and the type of Force Applied (Nodal points or, edge or Surface)
Consider other analysis model such as Spigot assembled to the crank for comparison.
Compare and Comment on the design of different type of fixing at the Crank and the spigot. For example, a key or tapered spigot or as per examples given in the handout. Comment on the results. 25%
Part C Evaluation of Universal Beam. Bending stress standard and modified, possible thermal, and modal analysis. 10%
Part D –
Bell Crank for Formula Student car in the workshop is given.
Look at the assembled components and discuss the loading conditions. Model the part with appropriate conditions and carry out analysis to determine the optimized the design with a safety factor of 4:1. Assemble pins in the holes and carry out further analysis for comparison. Look at the current design on the car and compare. 20%
Part E
Discuss types of FEA methods and the benefits of applying design analysis in the Product Life Cycle, use examples to illustrate your discussion. Also, discuss the functional differences between Ansys and Creo Simulate 5%
Report Quality
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Major Paper 2: Argument-Driven Analysis of Montana 1948
Purpose/Goals:
This paper builds upon the summary and analysis skills that you have been working on since the start of the semester, and it allows you to develop a theme-related argument about Larry Watson’s novel Montana 1948. You will support your claim through the close analysis of selected passages from the novel, which will serve as evidence.
Choose one of the themes listed below that we have generated in class and then construct an argument about it based on your analysis of the theme. If you’d like to write on a theme not listed below come discuss it with me first.
Themes: Family loyalty ..TBD
Guidelines and comments (we will be covering these more fully in class):
Thesis Statement: Your argument should be presented as a thesis statement or claim, which is a provable, debatable opinion, rather than a statement of fact (Frank killed Marie) or a belief (Frank shouldn’t have killed Marie). A strong claim answers the question “So what?” Why is this worth arguing?
Evidence: Your argument will be supported by quotes from the novel, which you will analyze. Choose your quotes carefully and make sure to explain how they illustrate the point you’re making.
Focus on the novel: This paper is an analysis of the novel, so keep your attention on the text and don’t bring in outside sources or personal experiences. If the theme you chose is racism, for example, your paper should analyze some aspect of racism in the book, rather than arguing that people shouldn’t be racist.
Structure: You will need transitions to move your argument from point to point, but be careful not to make it sound like a list (first . . . second . . . then . . .finally). Make sure each paragraph has one idea all your points clearly relate to it. Assume your readers are not familiar with the novel, but provide only enough summary so that they can assess your argument.
ASSESSMENT 2A BRIEF
Subject Code and Title BIZ101: Business Communications
Assessment Source Analysis
Individual/Group Individual
Length 1000 words (+/- 10%)
Learning Outcomes This assessment addresses the following subject learning outcomes:
a) Demonstrate information literacy and critical analysis appropriate to the level of study.
b) Understand and demonstrate academic integrity and authentic engagement with information.
d) Identify and apply effective communication skills within a variety of business environments, including the use of technology.
Submission By 11:55pm AEST/AEDT Sunday of Module 3.2 (Week 6)
Weighting 25%
Total Marks 100 marks
Task Summary
Identify, summarise and evaluate four (4) sources that will be useful for completing the Assessment 2B Written Report.
Please refer to the Task Instructions for details on how to complete this assessment.
Context
In business, you need to be able to research sources of information, read and evaluate their credibility to ensure they are appropriate when building and communicating an argument or a line of reasoning. Beyond this context, these skills will assist you for academic purposes in writing summaries and critically reviewing sources of information for your current and future studies.
Task Instructions
To complete this assessment task you must:
1. Select one (1) of the following topics (You will use this topic for both this assessment task (2A Source Analysis) and Assessment 2B Written Report):
a. Using Social Media in the workplace to communicate with staff.
b. Communicating a companywide employee recognition program using digital technology.
c. Boosting workplace motivation through innovative communication tools.
d. Implementing instant messaging/group messaging, discussion forums and workplace chatrooms.
e. Podcasts, internal blogs/vlogs as a means to communicate to employees.
f. Using an internal intranet/social intranet for employee interactions.
2. Conduct research on your chosen topic.
3. Identify four (4) sources that will be useful for completing Assessment 2B Written Report (read Assessment 2B Brief to inform your choice of sources).
a. Two (2) of the sources must be from reliable academic sources, such as academic journals and books. The other two (2) sources can come from YouTube or TEDtalks or other non-academic sources.
4. Provide the following for each source:
a. Name of the source in full according to the APA 6th ed. style.
b. A brief summary of each source (100-150 words each), justifying why it is relevant to the topic of your written report.
c. Evaluate the reliability of each source by applying the Five Tests for Reliability, covered in Module 3. You must cover:
1. Authority
2. Audience
3. Transparency
4. Objectivity
5. Currency
d. Include a final reference list for all four (4) sources in APA 6th ed. style.
Please note the following additional information:
• You should adhere to the correct use of academic writing, presentation and grammar.
• You are advised to include a minimum of two (2) academic references and two (2) mediabased references as described above.
• You must check the Similarity Report for your assessment task in Turnitin before submitting it in Blackboard. All highlighted sentences must be either paraphrased in your own words or put in as direct quotes and referenced accordingly.
• For additional support on academic skills, please visit: https://laureateau.blackboard.com/webapps/blackboard/content/listContent.jsp?course_id=_20163_1&am p;content_id=_2498849_1
Referencing
• It is essential that you use appropriate APA 6th edition style for citing and referencing your research.
• Please comply with all academic standards of legibility and referencing details (including a reference list). Please see more information on referencing here: http://library.laureate.net.au/research_skills/referencing
Submission Instructions
Upload your Source Analysis to Turnitin and check your Turnitin Similarity Report.
When the Turnitin Similarity Report is less than 20%, submit your Source Analysis via the Assessment link in the main navigation menu in BIZ101 Business Communications.
Your learning facilitator will provide feedback via the Grade Centre in Blackboard. Feedback can be viewed in My Grades.
The below assessment rubric guides the marker when awarding marks for your assessment. You should use this rubric to review your assessment task prior to submission, ensuring there is nothing you have missed.
Assessment Rubric
Assessment Attributes Fail (Unacceptable) 0-49% Pass
(Functional)
50-64% Credit
(Proficient) 65-74% Distinction
(Advanced)
75 -84% High Distinction
(Exceptional)
85-100%
Number of sources
10%
Identifies less than 4 sources useful to complete the Assessment 2B Written
Report on the chosen topic. Identifies 4 sources, however there are less than 2 reliable academic sources identified.
The usefulness and/or suitability of the sources identified to complete the Assessment 2B Written Report on the chosen topic is debatable. Identifies 4 sources, from which at least 2 are from reliable academic sources. The sources identified are generally useful and
appropriate to complete the Assessment 2B Written
Report on the chosen topic. Identifies 4 sources, from which at least 2 are from reliable academic sources. All sources identified are useful and pertinent to complete the Assessment 2B Written Report on the chosen topic. Identifies 4 sources, from which at least 2 are from reliable academic sources.
The academic sources identified are critical in the discipline to the discussion of the chosen topic. All sources identified are highly pertinent to complete the Assessment 2B Written Report on the chosen topic.
Referencing
25%
Does not include correct references or in-text citations; does not use APA 6th ed. style.
Attempts to include references or in-text citations; however, these are sometimes insufficient or incorrect; uses APA 6th ed. style, however may contain some citation or referencing errors. Includes in-text citations and references from suitable sources; uses APA 6th ed. style, however may contain minor citation or referencing errors. Includes in-text citations and references from suitable sources; uses APA 6th ed. style, containing minimal and or no errors. Includes in-text citations and references from suitable sources; uses APA 6th ed. style, containing no errors.
Summary
30%
Sources have not been summarised (i.e. more than one summary missing for one of the sources).
There is no/ a limited attempt at justifying relevance of selected sources. Most sources have been summarised (i.e. all sources have partial summaries or there is one summary missing for one of the sources).
The summaries are inconsistently appropriate
to the task, as demonstrated by an interrupted flow of ideas and at times lack of clarity.
All sources have been summarised appropriately, however this still needs some work to achieve a clear and coherent flow of ideas.
There is a generally adequate attempt at justifying the relevance of all selected sources, however this still needs some work (i.e. relevance to topic and task inconsistently clear). All sources have been summarised appropriately, coherently and clearly.
All sources are justified in relation to their relevance to the topic of the written report clearly and consistently. All summaries are consistently clear and coherent; in the summaries, the main ideas are synthetised as they are needed to justify the source selection in relation to the topic of the written report (i.e. main ideas from sources are used to justify selection and relevance to chosen topic).
BIZ101 Assessment 2A Brief Page 4 of 5
There is a basic attempt at justifying the relevance of all selected sources, however this needs substantial work (i.e. relevance to topic and task
not entirely clear, appropriate).
Reliability evaluation
35%
The reliability evaluation shows no understanding of source authority, audience, transparency, objectivity and currency, with omissions in all of the tests. The reliability evaluation shows superficial understanding of source authority, audience, transparency, objectivity and currency, with weaknesses in all of the tests and some omissions. The reliability evaluation shows a generally competent understanding of source authority, audience, transparency, objectivity and currency, with only weaknesses in some of the tests and no omissions. The reliability evaluation shows a clearly competent understanding of source authority, audience, transparency, objectivity and currency, with no more than one or two weaknesses and no omissions in all of the tests. The reliability evaluation is comprehensive, thorough and
appropriate in all tests, demonstrating a highly competent understanding of source authority, audience, transparency, objectivity and currency, with no weaknesses and no omissions in all of the tests.
BIZ101 Assessment 2A Brief Page 5 of 5
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MGMT20144 Term 3 ¬ 2019 Management and Business Context
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Assessment Tasks 1 Written Assessment
Assessment Title Business Case Analysis
Task Description
Assessment Type
Written Assessment
Task Description
This is a business case analysis of 1600 words +/ 10%
Purpose
This individual written assessment is designed to assist you to develop your knowledge of management and business
contexts. The secondary purpose of this assessment task is to give you the opportunity to enhance skills in research,
professional responsibility, and written communication.
Task details
Your task is to write a business case comparing two companies from the following web site: hhps://www.worldsmostethicalcompanies.com/honorees/
Please make sure that you choose two companies from different countries.
It is suggested that you use articles from the following journals to support your theoretical arguments. You must include the doi for each journal article on your reference list. Please note that this is a suggested list of reference sources, and you may use other journals, but please make
sure that they are of a high academic quality
Journals:
Asia Pacific Business Review
Benchmarking: an international journal
Business Strategy and the Environment
Business Strategy Review
Competition and Change: the journal of global business and political economy
Contemporary Pacific
European Business Review
European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology
European Management Journal
Global Governance
Human Resource Development Quarterly
IIMB Management Review
International Journal of Organizational Analysis
International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management
International Journal of Strategic Decision Sciences
International Studies of Management and Organization
Journal of Business Strategy
Journal of General Management
Journal of Industrial and Management Optimization
Journal of Management and Organization
Journal of Organizational Behavior Management
Journal of Organizational Change Management
Journal of Organizational Effectiveness: People and Performance
Leadership
Management Decision
Measuring Business Excellence
Nonprofit Management and Leadership
Pacific Affairs: an international review of Asia and the Pacific
Qualitative Research in Organizations and Management
Quality Management Journal
The Journal of Applied Behavioral Science
The TQM Journal
In terms of analysing the organisation all of the companies listed on this web site have an extensive list of annual and business reports, as well as media reporting. It is suggested that you also use these sources of information when seeking to apply theory to practice. Again, you will need to provide a reference for each source used, as well as the doi, where possible, or the appropriate web address in accordance with APA
referencing conventions. You are required to:
· You must first select TWO companies from the following web site.
hhps://www.worldsmostethicalcompanies.com/honorees/
· Undertake a crosscase comparison, which correspond to week 2¬4 topics, with a focus on
critically analysing the impact of a range of internal and external contextual factors on the performance and decision making of your chosen organization:
(a). How are the business and governance structures of your chosen companies different/similar, and why might this be the case?
(b). What are the environmental factors that influence your chosen companies’ performance and/or decisionmaking?
(c). What are the top three risks your chosen companies face and how might this influence their decision making?
(d). Make 3 suggestions regarding how the companies might improve their business practices.
· Your business case analysis must include at least five (5) peer reviewed journal articles published after year 2009 from the list of journals provided.
Note: further support on writing, referencing, etc. is given on the Moodle site for this course. Assessment Due Date
Week 5 Friday (20 Dec. 2019) 11:59 am AEST
All submissions must be uploaded through the Assessment Item 1 link on the unit Moodle page. The essay can be
uploaded as a pdf or word document. Penalties for late submission are applied according to the policy.
Return Date to Students
Week 7 Monday (7Jan. 2020)
Every effort will be made to return your assignment by the date indicated. You will find your mark and feedback through
the Feedback Studio portal on Moodle.
Weighting 30%
Submission Instructions
All submissions must be submitted through the Moodle site. No email submissions will be accepted. Please contact
SDesk if you have difficulty accessing the Moodle site.
Learning Outcomes Assessed
Critically analyse the impact of a range of internal and external contextual factors on the performance and
decision making of organisations
Synthesise and utilise key theories, concepts and terms relevant to internal and external contextual factors to
examine organisational environments Graduate Attributes
Knowledge
Cognitive, technical and creative skills
Research
Ethical and Professional Responsibility
Assessment Due Date Week 5 Friday (20 Dec. 2019) 11:59 am AEST
Business Case Analysis submission
Return Date to Students Week 7 Tuesday (7 Jan. 2020)
Business Case Analysis return date Takes into account the university closure over the Christmas period
Weighting 30%
Assessment Criteria Assessment Criteria
· Criteria 1. Introduction * 3 marks Clearly outlines the purpose, scope, structure of the essay.
· Criteria 2 Body—Theoretical knowledge * 8 marks Demonstrated ability to define key terms and utilize the theories and concepts presented in Topics 1¬5.
· Criteria 3. Body—Research efforts and analysis * 12 marks Level of research effort demonstrated regarding the chosen companies and ability to critically analyse the impact of a range of internal and external contextual factors on the performance and decision making of the chosen companies by addressing the four proposed questions.
· Criteria 4. Conclusion *3 marks All aspects drawn together in a brief, concise summary. Consistent with findings, no new material introduced but highlights implications or a comment on the future of the company.
· Criteria 5. Presentation *2 marks High quality of expression, grammar, spelling, punctuation and proofreading.
· Criteria 6. Referencing * 2 marks Inclusion of an accurate reference list on a separate page listing only the sources that actually have been used. The reference list is arranged in alphabetical order according to the authors’ last names. At least 5 academic references post 2009 have been used, together with a numerous number of non¬academic references.
Referencing Style
American Psychological Association (APA)
Referencing Style American Psychological Association (APA)
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Learning Outcomes Assessed Critically analyse the impact of a range of internal and external contextual factors on the performance and decision making of organisations
Synthesise and utilise key theories, concepts and terms relevant to internal and external contextual factors to examine organisational environments
Graduate Attributes
Knowledge
Cognitive, technical and creative skills Research
Ethical and Professional Responsibility
Assessment Task 1: Change management plan
TASK SUMMARY:
There are four parts to this assessment:
? Part A – You are required to review the case study provided below then conduct and analyse research on change management.
? Part B – You are required to develop a change management plan.
? Part C – You are required to submit your change management plan to your assessor.
? Part D – You are required to participate in a change management meeting with the CEO of Sampson Media (their assessor) seeking feedback and approval for your plan.
WHAT DO I NEED IN ORDER TO COMPLETE THIS ASSESSMENT?
? Computer with Microsoft Office or similar program
? Access to the Internet
? Meeting space
? Recruitment, Selection and Induction Policy and Procedure (provided by your assessor)
? Sampson Media Magazine Printing, Circulation and Distribution Policy and Procedure (provided by your assessor)
? Termination Policy and Procedure for Sampson (provided by your assessor).
WHEN DO I DO THIS TASK?
? If you are a class-based student you will do this task in the classroom or as homework – your assessor will advise you as to which is required.
Write in the due date as advised by your assessor: _________________________________________
WHAT DO I NEED TO SUBMIT?
? Part A – You are not required to hand in anything for this part for the assessment
? Part B – You are not required to hand in anything for this part for the assessment
? Part C – You are required to email to your assessor with version 1 of the Change Management Plan
? Part D – You are required to email to your assessor with the updated Change Management Plan
WHAT DO I NEED TO DO IF I GET SOMETHING WRONG?
If your assessor sees that you have not completed all parts of the task satisfactorily, they will talk to you about resubmission. You will only have to re-do the parts of the task that are incorrect; however you will need to resubmit the entire assessment. Your assessor will discuss an appropriate timeframe for resubmission with you when you are provided with the outcome for this task.
CASE STUDY
Samson Media is a publisher of several upmarket fashion magazines. It has strong links with a number of high profile fashion houses whose products are featured in the magazines and also provide a significant source of advertising revenue. Readers of the magazines are predominantly 35 – 54 year old women.
Readership has fallen over the last two years. This is due in the most part to due to competition from a range of other fashion magazines and consumers switching to digital media. Due to the decline in readership, profits have fallen by 20% and there has also been a fall in the share price.
As a consequence, a new CEO, Amir Johnson, has been appointed. Amir was the former Marketing Director for a well-known successful media business that included a national newspaper, magazines and a subscription television channel. The success of this business was based on targeting lower income groups and its publications are focused mainly on sport and celebrity gossip. They were also successful because they were able to undercut its competitors with low prices, enabled by a ruthless approach to achieving high levels of efficiency.
Amir and his team of Managers have developed a Strategic Plan that includes the following objectives.
? Increase return on capital to 8% within 2 years
? Enact a transformational change of the company that will convert all magazines to a digital format only.
? Achieve cost efficiencies through reducing running costs ? Relocate to a smaller office.
It is intended that the new digital magazines will have the following features:
? Focus on health and beauty, fashion and celebrity gossip.
? Some free content but full access available only on a subscription basis.
? Additional features available to subscribers such as video clips, podcasts and discussion Running costs are as follows. All staff are full-time permanent staff and their total salary costs per annum is $3,370,000.00. The cost of running the printing and distribution site, plus staff costs is currently approximately $1,500,000 per annum. The current office rent is $500,000 per annum.
As the General Manager, you have been asked to lead the development and implementation of the change management plan with the first step being to consult with an organisational change expert to discuss issues and strategies for change management for the company.
It is anticipated that while there will be some cost savings in making the change, there will also be costs involved including:
? Redundancies – anticipated cost is $300,000
? Upskilling staff – $100,000
? Consulting with experts – $100,000
? Communication throughout change with key stakeholders – $100,000 ? Office relocation – $50,000 – $80,000.
PART A – RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Review scenario and conduct research and analysis
a) Review the information in the scenario provided above and analyse the company’s strategic objectives and identify the change needs. Make notes on your analysis for use in your plan as outlined below.
b) Review existing polices/practices at Samson Media against strategic objectives and the need for change and make notes identifying changes needed to use in your report. Identify if the change required due to performance gaps, business opportunities or threats, or management decisions.
c) Conduct research on change management – the issues and practices including barriers that can impact on change and best practice change management strategies. Also research trends in magazine publishing/on-line magazine readership and analyse the impact the impact on Samson Media’s organizational objectives as per the scenario information.
d) Consider major operational change requirements and recommended order of priority.
e) You will need to identify your sources of information to show that you have identified expert guidance on change management so make notes on all the sources of information you identify and use.
f) You are not required to hand in anything for this part for the assessment.
PART B – DEVELOP A CHANGE MANAGEMENT PLAN
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Using your research and analysis develop a Change Management Plan for Samson Media.
The Change Management Plan must address:
a) An overview of the change management process
b) An overview of the current situation facing Samson Media including:
– Identification of the need for change and an analysis of the situation that has bought about the change (performance gaps, business opportunities or threats, or management decisions)
– A review of existing polices/practices at Samson Media against strategic objectives to identify change requirements.
– An analysis of the external environment relevant to Samson Media and its objectives, including events/trends that impact on strategic objectives, including trends in magazine publishing, as well as trends in on-line magazine readership. Your analysis should reflect a PESTLE analysis approach, reviewing political, economic, social, technology, legal and environmental factors.
c) A list of the potential barriers to the proposed changes and possible strategies to overcome or address them.
d) A detailed explanation of how an organisation can check their readiness for change. This should include examination of how organisational behaviour can impact change.
e) Strategies for embedding change into an organisation
f) Prioritisation of the recommended changes including your reasoning.
Your project plan will only address your first priority change. You may presume detail that is
not included in the case study.
g) The particulars of the change. Ensure the following information is contained in your plan:
? The name of the change/project
? The stakeholder
? Revision History
? Stakeholder approval/endorsement
? Type of change – policy/process/people/system
? Resource requirements
? A Risk Assessment that includes your particular barriers to change. In identifying risks and barriers to change you must demonstrate high level problem solving skills and innovative approaches to risk mitigation
? Cost benefit analysis for your change
? Implementation strategies that includes:
– The Action plan that details the activities, responsibility, resources and timeframe.
– The Communication plan that includes strategies to inform stakeholders of the change. Ensure the strategies you develop are designed to promote the benefits of change to staff and to reduce the likelihood of a negative response/adverse outcomes.
– The Training plan that identifies the training strategy, what training is required, who requires the training, the expected outcome, who will deliver the training, an estimation of the training cost.
? Proposed reporting protocols. What will you report, when and to whom?
? A bibliography that identifies your sources of information. You need to identify your sources of information to show that you have identified expert guidance on change management.
PART C – SUBMIT YOUR CHANGE MANAGEMENT PLAN
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Submit your Change Management Plan to your assessor via email (as the CEO of Samson Media). Your email must include a brief overview of the purpose of the email and indicate that you are seeking feedback and approval.
Upon review of your plan your assessor will email you the date and time of the meeting to discuss the plan and to provide input and possible approval.
PART D – PARTICIPATE IN CHANGE MANAGEMENT PLAN MEETING
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Participate in a change management plan meeting. Your assessor will play the role of the CEO and change expert.
? The purpose of this role play meeting is to review your research and your Change Management Plan and to seek feedback and approval for the next phase – the implementation of the plan. You must obtain this input and approval before you commence Assessment Task 2.
? Your assessor will ask you to explain the purpose and importance of a number of the components of your change management plan
? During the meeting, you will be assessed on your effective oral communication and interaction skills.
? Your assessor will provide you with feedback, which you must use in the Change Management Plan and the Communication and Education plan.
2. Following the meeting, update your Change Management Plan ensuring that you complete the revision history and submit your updated plan via email to your assessor (the CEO). Your assessor will provide final approval of your plan.
What do I need to hand in for this task? Have I completed this?
Part A – You are not required to hand in anything for this part for the assessment N/A
Part B – You are not required to hand in anything for this part for the assessment N/A
Part C – Draft of Change Management Plan ?
Part D – Updated Change Management Plan (Version
1) ?
The Quadruple Aim provides broad categories of goals to pursue to maintain and improve healthcare. Within each goal are many issues that, if addressed successfully, may have a positive impact on outcomes. For example, healthcare leaders are being tasked to shift from an emphasis on disease management often provided in an acute care setting to health promotion and disease prevention delivered in primary care settings. Efforts in this area can have significant positive impacts by reducing the need for primary healthcare and by reducing the stress on the healthcare system.
Changes in the industry only serve to stress what has always been true; namely, that the healthcare field has always faced significant challenges, and that goals to improve healthcare will always involve multiple stakeholders. This should not seem surprising given the circumstances. Indeed, when a growing population needs care, there are factors involved such as the demands of providing that care and the rising costs associated with healthcare. Generally, it is not surprising that the field of healthcare is an industry facing multifaceted issues that evolve over time.
In this module’s Discussion, you reviewed some healthcare issues/stressors and selected one for further review. For this Assignment, you will consider in more detail the healthcare issue/stressor you selected. You will also review research that addresses the issue/stressor and write a white paper to your organization’s leadership that addresses the issue/stressor you selected.
To Prepare:
The Assignment (3-4 Pages):
Analysis of a Pertinent Healthcare Issue
Develop a 3- to 4-page paper, written to your organization’s leadership team, addressing your selected national healthcare issue/stressor and how it is impacting your work setting. Be sure to address the following:
Looking Ahead
The paper you develop in Module 1 will be revisited and revised in Module 2. Review the Assignment instructions for Module 2 to prepare for your revised paper.
Note:To access this week’s required library resources, please click on the link to the Course Readings List, found in theCourse Materialssection of your Syllabus.
Marshall, E., & Broome, M. (2017). Transformational leadership in nursing: From expert clinician to influential leader (2nd ed.). New York, NY: Springer.
Chapter 2, “Understanding Contexts for Transformational Leadership: Complexity, Change, and Strategic Planning” (pp. 37–62)
Chapter 3, “Current Challenges in Complex Health Care Organizations: The Triple Aim” (pp. 63–86)
Read any TWO of the following (plus TWO additional readings on your selected issue):
Auerbach, D. I., Staiger, D. O., & Buerhaus, P. I. (2018). Growing ranks of advanced practice clinicians—Implications for the physician workforce. New England Journal of Medicine, 378(25), 2358–2360. doi:10.1056/NEJMp1801869
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Gerardi, T., Farmer, P., & Hoffman, B. (2018). Moving closer to the 2020 BSN-prepared workforce goal. American Journal of Nursing, 118(2), 43–45. doi:10.1097/01.NAJ.0000530244.15217.aa
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Jacobs, B., McGovern, J., Heinmiller, J., & Drenkard, K. (2018). Engaging employees in well-being: Moving from the Triple Aim to the Quadruple Aim. Nursing Administration Quarterly, 42(3), 231–245. doi:10.1097/NAQ.0000000000000303
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Norful, A. A., de Jacq, K., Carlino, R., & Poghosyan, L. (2018). Nurse practitioner–physician comanagement: A theoretical model to alleviate primary care strain. Annals of Family Medicine, 16(3), 250–256. doi:10.1370/afm.2230
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Palumbo, M., Rambur, B., & Hart, V. (2017). Is health care payment reform impacting nurses’ work settings, roles, and education preparation? Journal of Professional Nursing, 33(6), 400–404. doi:10.1016/j.profnurs.2016.11.005
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Park, B., Gold, S. B., Bazemore, A., & Liaw, W. (2018). How evolving United States payment models influence primary care and its impact on the Quadruple Aim. Journal of the American Board of Family Medicine, 31(4), 588–604. doi:10.3122/jabfm.2018.04.170388
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Poghosyan, L., Norful, A., & Laugesen, M. (2018). Removing restrictions on nurse practitioners’ scope of practice in New York state: Physicians’ and nurse practitioners’ perspectives. Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, 30(6), 354–360. doi:10.1097/JXX.0000000000000040
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Ricketts, T., & Fraher, E. (2013). Reconfiguring health workforce policy so that education, training, and actual delivery of care are closely connected. Health Affairs, 32(11), 1874–1880. doi:10.1377/hlthaff.2013.0531
Note: You will access this article from the Walden Library databases.
Assessment 1 Information
Subject Code: MAN304
Subject Name: Issues in International Business
Assessment Title: International Market Analysis
Assessment Type: Individual Written Report
Word Count: 1500 Words (+/-10%)
Weighting: 35 %
Total Marks: 100
Submission: Via Turnitin
Due Date: Week 5
Your Task
To undertake an individual International Market Analysis by developing a report to apply a range of international business analytical approaches within a global market context.
Assessment Description
To complete this assessment, you will need to select one firm. The firm can be a private or a public company based anywhere in the world.
A good criterion for the choice of a firm is the availability of public information about its products and services, corporate background and market reputation. Be careful in selecting your firm as further analysis of your chosen firm will be carried out in Assessment 3. You should discuss your choice of firm with your lecturer. Do this early and consult with your lecturer about the firm if in doubt.
You are required to select two (2) countries (Country A and Country B) as potential destinations for the firm to conduct its international business operations. You can choose, any two countries other than the country of origin of the firm. The firm must not have any existing operations in either of the countries you select.
The purpose is to develop a report with recommendations to be presented to the Board of Directors of your chosen firm.
1. Conduct research into each country and produce a comparative analysis of the two countries. The headings below are an indication of the type of information you may need to be able to collect and use:
a. The ease with which international firms report being able to do business in each country. You can find information about this from a range of sources including business news, official government websites or other online and offline sources.
b. Gross Domestic Product (GDP), Inflation Rate, Interest Rates
c. Education levels and the labour force skills available
d. Current interest rates
e. Current value of the local currency against the United States (US) dollar
f. Employment rate and average income per person per year
2. Use the following headings in developing your report.
a. Introduction to your chosen firm and its background
b. What are the commercial implications for your firm wishing to engage in an international business venture?
c. Provide an overview of products or services that your firm is seeking to use to expand into the two new countries that you have selected (their entry strategies).
d. What are the key factors/reasons that support the introduction of these new products/services and why do you think that their introduction will be successful.
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e. Make a clear recommendation to the Board of Directors of your firm about which country they should consider opening up a new market in and the product/service.
3. The analysis does not require an executive summary.
Assessment Instructions
You must Submit via Turnitin as a “WORD” document
Please remember that you will need to cite the sources you used, so you are required to reference at least 5 sources of information. These may include corporate websites, government publications, industry reports, census data, journal articles, newspaper articles, and textbook material. In referencing sources, you must apply Harvard Referencing Style to your in-text citations and consequently to the reference list.
Please refer to the Assessment Marking Guide to assist you in completing all the assessment criteria.
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Submissions that exceed the word limit by more than 10% will cease to be marked from the point at which that limit is exceeded.
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Assessment Marking Guide
Criteria Value (Marks) NN (Fail)
0 – 49 P (Pass)
50 – 64 CR (Credit)
65 – 74 DN (Distinction)
75 – 84 HD (High Distinction)
85 – 100
Analysis of Identified International Issues 10 Your analysis lacks depth, and your interpretation is not relevant to the assessment criteria. You briefly analyse some of the issues and your interpretation is not always relevant to the assessment criteria. You analyse most of the issues and your interpretation is well structured. You analyse and interpret issues thoroughly. You analyse and interpret the issues articulately and convincingly.
Recommendations 10 The quality of your recommendations is poor and/or incoherent. You have drawn some useful recommendations although a more comprehensive analysis of the case study would have been helpful. You have drawn mostly useful
recommendations. You have drawn varied, well-researched and compelling recommendations. You have drawn dynamic, comprehensive and convincing recommendations.
Research 10 Your research lacks focus because of an unsuitable choice of sources. You have selected some appropriate scholarly sources. Better use of quality sources would help focus your research. Your research is focused, drawn from an appropriate range of scholarly sources. It is obvious that your research is focused, complemented by a quality selection and range of scholarly sources. It is clearly obvious that your research is extensive and focused, complemented by a quality selection and range of scholarly sources.
Academic Writing 5 Spelling, grammar and presentation/or grammar is consistently incorrect. In-text referencing and/or reference list is mostly incorrect or non-existent. Spelling, grammar and presentation have numerous errors.
In-text referencing and/or reference list is obvious but there are major errors. Spelling, grammar and presentation have numerous errors. In-text referencing and/or reference list has only minor errors throughout Errors in grammar and spelling are rare and professionally presented. In-text referencing and the resultant reference list is correct, with only the occasional error. Correct grammar and spelling throughout the analysis with no obvious errors.
In-text referencing and the resultant reference list is correct, with no errors.