Category: Management homework help

2 paragraphs include reference – SWS FORMAT 
Discuss a legal issue or employment law that you believe has the biggest impact on HR policies or operations. Why is this so?
Be sure to respond to at least one of your classmates’ posts.

 
Reflect on the prior five weeks in the course. Please write a 250-500-word reflection using APA Style. In four paragraphs, discuss your:
Academic background and your motivation for selecting and attending GCU
Program of study or degree
Future career goals or plans
Although this course may not have necessarily aligned with your field of study, how have the concepts and assignments in this course prepared you for success in your future courses?
Be sure to use APA Style to complete the assignment. Please review the APA formatting tutorial video for assistance using the Microsoft Word APA template attachment. The tutorial reviews how to update the title page, main body, references, and more. 

 
Consequentialism
The following Course Outcome is assessed in this assignment:
GB590-1: Synthesize consequentialism theories within business conflicts of interest.
In the course overview, you learned that you will be using GVV as a foundation for a personal journey on relationship building and decision making based on your values. Why do you need to learn about ethical theories and frameworks? “Ethical Theories are attempts to provide a clear, unified account of what our ethical obligations are. They are attempts, in other words, to tell a single “story” about what we are obligated to do, without referring directly to specific examples” (Ethical Theory: Overview, 2022, para 1). Learning about select traditional ethics theories and incorporating this information into your decision-making process will help you to understand your decision-making processes in greater detail and enhance your ability to act in concert with your values.
In this assignment, you will be learning about consequentialism and applying this theory to a current example that you select for analysis. You will also be using your work with GVV so far in this analysis process
In a 3-7 page APA formatted paper excluding diagrams and other visual/oral aids as appropriate, address the following:
Section 1: Consequentialism: In this section you will be delving into this theory from a variety of perspectives. Using the relevant weekly readings and videos and at least 2 other scholarly sources provide an overview of this theory to include the following;
Definition, individual elements, or subsets of the main theory
Contributors to the development of this theory
Historical foundations for this theory, in other words, what societal elements or circumstances caused this theory to be developed?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of incorporating this theory into decision-making in the contemporary world?
Using your GVV work to date, would this theory be in alignment with your decision making? Why or why not?
Section 2: Analysis of a current business situation or event
In this section, you will be applying the work you completed in the prior section to a current business situation (current would be within the last 6 months) that is of interest to you from a business ethics conflict perspective. You may use a personal example, select from your own sources, or use the many business reporting sources in the university library
Based on your research and any practical experiences you may want to share, discuss the business and societal ramifications of conflicts of interest. Include at least two scholarly sources in addition to the relevant weekly readings/videos
Provide a summary of the business that you have selected for this analysis. Include but not limited to

Name
Industry
Values Vision, Mission, purpose
Public vs private
Financials
Size
National/International

Discuss why you selected this company. What was of interest to you?
Overview of the conflict(s) of interest that you have identified. Potential items to include;

Legal?
With company stated values and purpose?
Cultural Norms?
Your GVV work to date, (if you were affiliated with this company)?

Identification of possible causes of this/these conflict(s)
Section 3: Personal Application
If you were tasked with creating an action plan to create changes to company operating processes that would reduce the possibility of this issue reoccurring

Would you use consequentialism as a basis for decision making, advantages and disadvantages? Why or why not?
Present your values and purpose profile
How would you integrate your GVV work to date into the action plan creation?

 
Strategic Integration and Comprehensive Analysis
Building on the work you completed in Units 1 and 2, this assignment extends your exploration into dynamic interactions between various components of the value chain of your chosen organization and management role. Using the scenario above, your initial chosen organization, and management role selections, you will deepen your investigation and provide conclusive remarks on how the value chain drives competitive advantage.
Execute the following steps to complete the Part 3 of this assignment:
Assignment Requirements:
Step 1: Strategic Integration and Comprehensive Analysis
Analyze how each value chain component (from idea generation to customer delivery) is optimized to boost competitive advantage within your chosen organization versus the competitor organization.
Examine the role of customer insights and feedback in shaping both your organization’s and the competitor’s value chain strategies, investigating how these insights contribute to customer value creation and competitive positioning.
Investigate the optimization of product, service, information, and funds flow through integration and collaboration across the value chain, highlighting potential synergies and the impact on enhancing competitiveness.
Step 2: Strategic Application of Value Chain Enhancements
From the perspective of your chosen management role, detail strategic initiatives that will help to integrate and optimize the newly combined value chain.
Highlight key areas such as technology adoption, cross-functional team efficiencies, and strategic procurement as crucial leverage points.
Discuss potential barriers to integration and propose viable solutions to ensure smooth operational transitions.
Step 3: Final Presentation and Strategic Recommendations
Develop a slide detailing the strategic recommendations for the merger or acquisition, providing conclusive remarks on integration of the value chains of both organizations.
Map out the expected impacts on competitive advantage, customer satisfaction, and long-term organizational sustainability.
Summarize the long-term strategic vision for the newly formed entity, emphasizing the expected synergies and market potential.
Audience, Reasoning, and Research
The presentation addresses the appropriate audience.
Uses reasoning skills to support your statements, ideas, and decisions.
Uses various peer-reviewed academic research resources to substantiate your thoughts, opinions, and ideas.
Verbal Narration and Notes
Speaks loudly enough to be heard; varying voice pitch and volume to ensure audience interest and attention.
Pronounces words correctly and enunciates clearly.
Each slide has professionally written notes substantiated with research.
APA Style
Apply APA style to in-text citations with no errors.
Apply APA style to references with no errors.
Resources should be from reliable and/or scholarly sources.
Writing Conventions
Writing should be focused, concise, and organized.
Articulate at a college level.
There should be few or no grammar or punctuation errors.
Use non-offensive, inclusive, and respectful language.
This is your assignment. There is no minimum word or slide count. However, you will be assessed on your ability to demonstrate high levels of critical thinking, problem solving, decision-making, research, and analysis skills. Your analysis should be comprehensive, clearly articulated, and well-researched, demonstrating a sophisticated understanding of how value chain management practices are applied within the selected company. Ensure your presentation includes citations from various sources beyond the textbook, demonstrating extensive research and engagement with the topic.

 I SENT THE CASE STUDY I SELECTED FILE
Overview
This assignment introduces you to the strategy development process, which sets the stage for a strategic plan. The purpose is to apply management principles to create management plans that include strategy formulation, business analyses and industry trends, and organizational characterization. This type of planning puts management theory into practice.
Purpose
Using the case study you selected in Week 2, research the company and its industry (that is, companies in the same line of business). Rely upon course readings about 21st-century management practices, as well as additional research in the Strayer Library and on the Internet. The MGT599 Library Guide provides information about using resources for your research.
Instructions
Write a 3-5 page paper in which you:
Examine the company’s current business strategy and development supported by examples from research.

Business strategies may include what differentiates the company, its position around technology, its organizational characteristics, and so on.
Your examination of the company’s strategy includes how it approaches the problem or issue addressed in the case study.
Your discussion must reflect a correct understanding of the concept of strategy (distinct from tactics).

Evaluate the effectiveness of strategies used by industry competitors to address business problems or issues. Base your response on the following:

Research competitors in the industry and describe their competitive strategies.
Explain whether these strategies are successful. Provide specific examples.
Address whether your chosen company could follow these strategies.

Formulate strategies for your chosen company supported by your findings about industry trends and your company’s organizational characteristics.
Explain how your recommendation can be implemented and how its success can be measured.

Explain the specific steps to apply your recommendation.
Suggest a follow-up method for measuring the success of your recommendation.

Use at least three quality references. Note: Wikipedia and other similar websites do not qualify as academic resources.
For help with research, writing, and citation, access the library or review library guides.
This course requires the use of Strayer Writing Standards (SWS). The library is your home for SWS assistance, including citations and formatting. Please refer to the Library site for all support. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
The specific course learning outcome associated with this assignment is:
Conduct an industry analysis to inform strategy development for a given company.
View RubricWeek 3 Assignment – Strategy DevelopmentWeek 3 Assignment – Strategy DevelopmentCriteriaRatingsPtsExamine the company’s current business strategy and development supported by examples from research.28 to >25.2 ptsExemplaryExamined the company’s current business strategy and development supported by examples from research.25.2 to >22.4 ptsCompetentExamined the company’s current business strategy and development supported by examples from research, but the examination was incomplete.22.4 to >19.6 ptsNeeds ImprovementExamined the company’s current business strategy and development supported by examples from research, but the examination was incorrect or was not supported by examples from research.19.6 to >0 ptsUnacceptableDid not examine the company’s current business strategy and development supported by examples from research./ 28 ptsEvaluate the effectiveness of strategies used by industry competitors to address business problems or issues.28 to >25.2 ptsExemplaryEvaluated the effectiveness of strategies used by industry competitors to address business problems or issues.25.2 to >22.4 ptsCompetentEvaluated the effectiveness of strategies used by industry competitors to address business problems or issues, but the evaluation was incomplete.22.4 to >19.6 ptsNeeds ImprovementEvaluated the effectiveness of strategies used by industry competitors to address business problems or issues, but the evaluation was incorrect.19.6 to >0 ptsUnacceptableDid not evaluate the effectiveness of strategies used by industry competitors to address business problems or issues./ 28 ptsFormulate strategies for your chosen company supported by your findings about industry trends and your company’s organizational characteristics.35 to >31.5 ptsExemplaryFormulated strategies for your chosen company supported by your findings about industry trends and your company’s organizational characteristics.31.5 to >28 ptsCompetentFormulated strategies for your chosen company supported by your findings about industry trends or your company’s organizational characteristics, but not both.28 to >24.5 ptsNeeds ImprovementFormulated strategies for your chosen company, but they were not supported by findings about industry trends nor your company’s organizational characteristics.24.5 to >0 ptsUnacceptableDid not formulate strategies for your chosen company supported by your findings about industry trends and your company’s organizational characteristics./ 35 ptsExplain how your recommendation can be implemented and how its success can be measured.35 to >31.5 ptsExemplaryExplained how your recommendation can be implemented and how its success can be measured.31.5 to >28 ptsCompetentExplained how your recommendation can be implemented and how its success can be measured, but the explanation was incomplete.28 to >24.5 ptsNeeds ImprovementExplained how your recommendation can be implemented and how its success can be measured, but the explanation was incorrect.24.5 to >0 ptsUnacceptableDid not explain how your recommendation can be implemented and how its success can be measured./ 35 ptsProvide at least three quality references.7 to >6.3 ptsExemplaryProvided quality resources that are credible, relevant, and appropriate.6.3 to >5.6 ptsCompetentProvided quality resources that are credible, relevant, or appropriate, but not all three.5.6 to >4.9 ptsNeeds ImprovementProvided references, but they are not credible, relevant, or appropriate.4.9 to >0 ptsUnacceptableNo references provided./ 7 ptsClarity, writing mechanics, and SWS formatting requirements.7 to >6.3 ptsExemplaryWriting has very few spelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors; few fragments, comma splices, and run-ons. 0–2 errors present.6.3 to >5.6 ptsCompetentWriting has spelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors that are distracting in a few places; few fragments, comma splices, and run-ons. 3–4 errors present.5.6 to >4.9 ptsNeeds ImprovementWriting has spelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors that are distracting in some places. 5–6 errors present.4.9 to >0 ptsUnacceptableWriting has spelling, punctuation, and grammatical errors, including fragments, comma splices, and run-ons, that distract from the message. More than 6 errors present./ 7 pts
 

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Week 3 Discussion – Game Theory and Segmentation
Read the article, Game TheoryLinks to an external site.. In the article, the authors discuss a classic case of game theory (zero-sum games) of the Prisoner’s Dilemma (PD). There are many variations of this game in use.
Suggest how organizations could apply PD to their businesses’ strategy formulation, diversification strategy, and industry analysis fundamentals. Present evidence and provide support for your response to strengthen your position

  
The multidomestic strategy implies separately adjusting offerings and competitiveness with respect to conditions prevalent in every country, while paying heed to local preference, with `think local, act local’ as the basic proposition (Gamble et al., 2021).

  
The Low-Cost Provider Strategy is powerful when price competition among rival sellers is especially vigorous. The products of rival sellers are essentially identical and are readily available from several sellers. There are few ways to achieve product differentiation that have value to buyers. And buyers incur low cost in switching their purchases from on seller to another (Gamble, Peteraf, Thompson Slide 90).

Using the five Generic Competitive Strategies;
Low cost provider, broad differentiation, focused low-cost, focused differentiation and est provider strategies. List the difference for each one within the levels of business strategy.
Describe the benefits and risks associated with each of the five business level strategies.

I sent the article Drilling for Data
 Week 2 Discussion – Strategic Value Analysis
Read the article Drilling for Data 2020Links to an external site..
Argue for or against this statement:

“A company should determine its goals and values before performing an industry analysis.”

Explain your reasoning. You may also use examples from other industries to support your response.