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Description This week's overarching topic is risk and refinement in capital budgeting. Please share your observations and takeaways of this week's learning objectives as they relate to your job/role. How does risk and refinement in capital budgeting impact you personally and/or what impact does risk and refinement in capital budgeting have on your professional role?

Description Part 1 Week 1 Discussion - Organizational Performance Prepare Watch the scenario below to prepare for this week's discussion: See the attachment Respond Introduce yourself to your peers by sharing something unique about your background. Explain how you expect this course will help you move forward in your current or future career. Based on the scenario, infer two potential needs that are present within the company, and then determine the best course of action to take to address an organization gap performance (OGP). Part 2 Respond to classmate’s post (Jeronia Pugh (Jaye)) Hi everyone. My name is Jeronia, but I prefer to be called Jaye. I reside in South Carolina with my husband, 2 daughters, and 2 dogs. We are also parents to an angel son. I am a military veteran and also an HR Specialist. I am 4 courses away from graduating in September with my Bachelors in Business Admin. I have 14+ years of HR experience. Once I obtain my degree, I plan to study and test for the SHRM certification afterwards. My goal is to land a 6 figure HR job so that I can better take care of my family while also using the skills that I have obtained over the years. Based on the scenario provided, two potential needs that are present within the company are as follows: 1) Lack of employee training and development: It appears that the employees in the company have not received adequate training and development opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge. This can result in decreased productivity, low employee morale, and limited job satisfaction. 2) Encourage continuous learning: The company should encourage employees to engage in continuous learning and development beyond the training program. This can be achieved by providing access to online learning platforms, offering professional development opportunities, and supporting employees in pursuing relevant certifications or degrees.

Description Research Project Part III Review Research Project Part III for detailed instructions. Formatting Instructions Please note that starting from the Fall 2020 semester the UMGC moved to the 7th Edition of the APA Style. The links to the 7th Edition of the APA Style methodology are posted in Content – Course Resources – Writing Resources. Format of the Research Project (As it is stated in the Syllabus, follow APA 7th edition, Abstract is not required).  Must have in-text citations in APA-7th edition style...... Must have reference list in APA-7th edition style. Please note that you must reference the data you are using for the project Must be prepared using word processing software (Microsoft Word preferred)  Research Project report should be about 4-5 pages or more double-spaced typewritten pages (not counting tables and graphs). The assignments for both parts should include suitable comparative, quantitative and qualitative analyses and conclude with a specific and supported recommendation and reflection. Submissions must be posted to the Assignment folder as an attachment. Attachments are limited to a maximum two files in doc, docx., xls. xlsx., or rtf. formats. OTHER FORMATS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE, will not be reviewed or graded. Please note that hand-written and scanned works, pdf. files, jpg. files, NUMBERS, as well as files posted in google drive, will not be accepted or graded. All works must be Word processed. Handwritten and scanned work will not be accepted and graded. In accordance with the UMGC Academic Policy, notes taken for papers and research projects should accurately record sources of material to be cited, appropriately quoted, paraphrased or summarized, and papers and research projects should acknowledge these sources in the appropriate places in the text of the paper as well as in a reference list at the end of the paper, in accordance with accepted citation practices. No more than 20% of the text of the project should be made up of quotes. PRESENTATION OF PAPER AND WRITING (15%) of the project grade): Organization, Format and Presentation of Paper including the Title page, Introduction, Body, and Summary (4% of the project grade) Use of Tables, Figures and Other Graphics to Summarize and Support Analysis Presented in the Paper (3% of the project grade) Logical and Smooth Flowing Transitions and Relationships among Sections of the Written Report (3% of the project grade) Research Sources and Significance of Research Information and Data, Use of APA Citation Methodology (5% of the project grade) Essential research data, financial calculations and other documentation as necessary to support your recommendation should be referred to in summary form in your report and attached in detail as enclosures.  All major sources should be referenced.  There is no set limit to the size of the enclosures, but it is recommended that only essential enclosures be attached. You should use the reference list to identify any remaining supporting documents you wish to include.

Description Part 1 Week1 Discussion – Compensation Challenges Respond to the following: Introduce yourself to your peers by sharing something unique about your background. Explain how you expect this course will help you move forward in your current or future career. Based on what you read in chapter 1 of your textbook and your own personal experience: (See the PowerPoint attachment) What are some of the top compensation-related challenges today's companies are facing? Be sure to provide your rationale for including these challenges as opposed to others. Part 2 Respond to classmate’s post (Brittany W.) My name is Brittany Wright, and I am currently pursuing my bachelor’s in human resources. Something unique about my current role as an Administrative Specialist is that my role serves as the backbone that supports and coordinates various assignments to ensure smooth operations and strategic alignment. A versatile skill set that combines leadership, problem-solving, communication, and the ability to work independently should be possessed. I expect this course will help me move forward in my current role by building trust. Trust is the foundation of effective leadership and organizational relationships. Competitive Compensation Packages should be offered in order to attract and retain top talent. There needs to be a balance between benefits and salaries while managing costs effectively.

Description Introduction Technology has changed the way business is conducted today. Blockchain technology, artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and the internet of things, are all new technologies that create opportunities for established and new companies to grow. This case study will focus on the opportunity blockchain technology has provided for one start-up.  Blockchain technology is a tamper resistant system of recording financial information in a way that is distributed, impossible to change, and has no centralized authority (Yaga, Mell, Roby & Scarfone, 2019). A blockchain is essentially a digital ledger of transactions that is duplicated and distributed across the entire network of computer systems and forms a foundation for cryptocurrency. Each block in the chain contains a number of transactions, and every time a new transaction occurs on the blockchain, a record of that transaction is added to every participant’s ledger. The decentralized database managed by multiple participants is known as Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT). Blockchain is a type of DLT in which transactions are recorded with an immutable cryptographic signature called a hash. Company Background ABC, Inc. is a new startup company that has utilized blockchain technology to build an automated platform that issues municipal bonds in micro-denominations on behalf of municipalities and local governments; these micro-bonds can be sold directly to the communities in which these municipalities operate. The vision of ABC, Inc. is to democratize the process in which individuals invest in bonds, so they can collectively make a large impact on their communities.  ABC, Inc. helps cities thrive by enabling passionate, connected citizens to contribute to positive change; in many cases, this includes citizens that otherwise would not be able to afford participation in the bond market. By enabling micro-denominations of bonds to be sold, these investments become more readily available to the broader population. ABC, Inc. aims to use blockchain supported micro-bond investments to fund the revitalization of infrastructure, bring people together, and foster more collaborative relationships between cities and their residents. The company believes that cities will become more resilient by providing a broader group of residents with the opportunity to participate in the public financing of local projects.   Problem Statement The city of Detroit has expressed an interest in the service platform ABC Inc offers and would like to experiment with a small pilot project as a starting point. The small project focuses on the renovation of several local bridges. The city of Detroit will utilize the ABC Inc. platform to help fund the project, selling municipal micro-bonds to the residents of Detroit. In order to succeed in funding this project, the city of Detroit will rely on ABC Inc. to promote their platform to local residents and encourage their participation in funding the city’s project. Case Activity ABC Inc. has hired your team for marketing expertise to promote their service to the citizens of Detroit. The ability to engage citizens in the process is critical to showing the city of Detroit that this platform can be leveraged in larger bond offerings. In order to demonstrate the benefit of the platform and the impact their investment can make on the community, ABC Inc. must successfully market and build trust in the community – connecting to the future opportunities this partnership could bring to the children, society, and overall city of Detroit. For this activity, prepare a recorded professional slide presentation for ABC Inc. executives that demonstrates that you and your team can meet their marketing needs and promote their services to the citizens of Detroit. Your presentation must not be shorter than 5 minutes nor longer than 10 minutes, and will include a visual tool (PowerPoint, Prezi, Canva, etc.).  Your presentation should: Present an analysis of the market and identify the Target Audience Present market research conducted to understand the characteristics and needs of the residents of Detroit.  Present a segmentation strategy to identify the most viable target audience for ABC Inc.'s micro-bond platform. Recommend a positioning strategy for the platform based on the identified target audience and their needs. Present a marketing plan Present a comprehensive marketing plan that outlines the tactics and strategies your team would use to promote ABC Inc.’s platform to the residents of Detroit. Identify the appropriate marketing channels (e.g. social media, email marketing, local events) and messages that will resonate with the target audience.  Identify additional opportunities for ABC Inc. to leverage their platform to fund other projects in Detroit and recommend strategies for expanding their reach. When presenting your slide deck, be sure to provide a professional introduction to your presentation and wrap up the presentation with a few concluding professional remarks. After you have recorded your presentation, upload the link to GAP. Presentation Upload Instructions: Record your presentation using the free version of Zoom, and upload it to a private, YouTube area, then add the link to the video at the end of your references titled “YouTube Video Link” using the following instructions: 1.         Go to YouTube account > click the “upload video” button. 2.         Click the “SELECT FILES” button and choose the video. 3.         Fill up the basic video details like title, description, and tags.  4.         Move onto the “Visibility” tab and select the “Private” option.  5.         Finally, click the Publish button – copy and paste the page URL to your reference page. Link to detailed instructions  View the Oral Presentation Grading Rubric

Description How the Pilgrims Financed the Mayflower Please note that if you edit your initial response (Original Post), you will not get  credit for the Original Post. The discussions are set up as "Must post first". You are expected to make your own contribution in a main topic as well as respond with value added comments to at least two of your classmates as well as to your instructor. Please also note that your answers should be written in your own words. Don't use quotes from the Internet, articles, or textbooks. For this week discussion you will be using the case How the Pilgrims Financed the Mayflower In your initial response you should answer all 5 questions: .... Discussion Questions: Discuss the characteristics of the Pilgrims' relationship with their investors that made it ripe for moral hazard. Which of the investors' actions could have been attempts to reduce moral hazard? Explain how the investors' choice to acquire equity rather than debt in the Pilgrims' venture might have been a solution to moral hazard. Do investors today face the possibility of moral hazard to the same degree as the Pilgrims' investors did? Why or why not? Reflection – the students also should include a paragraph in the initial response in their own words reflecting on specifically what they learned from the assignment and how they think they could apply what they learned in the workplace. You are expected to make your own contribution in a main topic as well as respond with value added comments to at least two of your classmates as well as to your instructor. IN YOUR RESPONSES TO OTHER STUDENTS, PLEASE LOOK THROUGH THE RESPONSES OF YOUR CLASSMATES AND FIND A RESPONSE WITH AN OPINION THAT IS OPPOSITE TO YOUR OPINION. RESPOND TO THAT POSTING WITH AN ADDITIONAL ARGUMENT THAT HAS SUPPORTING REASONING.  

Description Prior to beginning work on this assignment, review Chapter 5 of the text and the article Don't Neglect This One Crucial Step of Leading Through Constant Change. Change does not always have to be big, extravagant, or newsworthy. Change is more often small, local, and vital to the sustainability of the business. The entire world experienced unbelievable change starting in 2020. From big to small, organizations were challenged with being agile and adaptable. Consider for a moment the number of distilleries that transformed their product from alcohol to hand cleaner. Those that did something, likely sustained and were able to transition back after the crisis. Having a plan and a process are the key elements of successful change. For this final assignment, think small and think local. Be creative and think outside of the box. For example: what if you were in the business of making shoelaces for men’s dress shoes and your environmental scan shows that dress shoes are no longer a hot commodity. How do you transition to something sustainable? Critical thinking is a key component of a change agent. The change problem can be real, or it can be created. It must be believable, and it must be thoroughly explained. You will diagnose the reason for change and present a plan to transform the organization, utilizing Kotter’s 8-Step Approach. In your paper Include the following properly formatted APA Style Elements with additional sections as needed: Introduction Company Overview Diagnosis Kotter’s 8-Step Approach Conclusion The paper must be at least 10 pages in length (not including the title and reference pages) and must be supported by the text and at least 4 additional credible resources. The Local Change Final Paper must be at least 10 double-spaced pages in length (not including title and references pages and formatted according to APA Style as outlined in the Writing Center’s APA Formatting for Microsoft Word resource. must include a separate title page with the following in title case: title of paper in bold font Space should appear between the title and the rest of the information on the title page. student’s name name of institution (The University of Arizona Global Campus) course name and number instructor’s name due date must utilize academic voice. Review the Academic Voice resource for additional guidance. must include an introduction and conclusion paragraph. Your introduction paragraph needs to end with a clear thesis statement that indicates the purpose of your paper. For assistance on writing Introductions & Conclusions and Writing a Thesis Statement, refer to the Writing Center resources. must use at least 4 credible sources in addition to the course text. The Scholarly, Peer-Reviewed, and Other Credible Sources table offers additional guidance on appropriate source types. If you have questions about whether a specific source is appropriate for this assignment, please contact your instructor. Your instructor has the final say about the appropriateness of a specific source. To assist you in completing the research required for this assignment, review Quick and Easy Library Research tutorial, which introduces the University of Arizona Global Campus Library and the research process, and provides some library search tips.

Description Please write an introduction about Perry's Ice Cream, answer the questions in paragraph form. Use at least 3 external references in addition to the case. Please format in APA style with in-text citations, 1" margin, double-spaced, and include a reference section in APA format. Questions What do you see as the potential pros of collaborating/partnering with this national brand? What are the potential cons? What does Perry’s have to gain? Lose? What additional information do you think could help make your decision? Would you recommend that Perry’s carry the competitors’ products? Why or why not? What method would you recommend they use, on margin or drayage, and why?

Description Create a WBS for your project.Using the solution and scope on your project proposal, create an outline of the steps that will be needed to complete the project.This work needs to be completed. I picked idea one Expansion and      Modernization of Terminal: Being one of the oldest airports, Denver Airport still      operates under the old terminal facilities, which cause congestion during      peak hours, impacting passenger flow and comfort. By modernizing and      expanding the terminal building, congestion will be alleviated, and there      will be room for the growing number of passengers. The Budget Allocation      for this is $1000,000. 

Description Complete the 2nd part of your project proposal (if I have reviewed the first part) by 3/12.You need to have me review and provide feedback on part 1 of the proposal before you move to part 2. Once you have completed the 2nd part of the proposal upload it to this page.You need to complete all of page 2 on the project proposal. FYI... for external milestones impacting your project think about things such as flight schedules, weather, etc.