Author: chris

Part 1

1.1 How important do you think professionalism and ethics are in project management and how may it impact the success of a project?

1.2 Discuss the importance of leadership and its relationship to the social responsibility of organizations.

Part 2

2.1 Analyse and compare the codes of ethics of the following institutions:

a) AICHE (American Institute of Chemical Engineers)

b) NSPE (National Society of Professional Engineers)

c) IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers)

d) ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers)

e) AIA (American Institute of Architects)

f) ASCE (American Society of Civil Engineers) Code of Ethics

2.2 From the analysis, produce a short, step-by-step guide for project managers.

B Final Individual Presentation

10 minute PowerPoint presentation on the short guide that you have developed for project managers (question 2.2).

Regarding whether a new global economic crisis will occur giving current indicators and signals.

• 3000 words, submitted by Friday 18th December, using Turnitin.
• As close to the word limit as possible.

Read through all choices carefully :-
• Explore one or more moral panics surrounding young people. You may also choose to explore a relevant moral panic and
its culture not covered in the lecture, provided it is supported by some critical reading

You must do critical reading to gain a deeper understanding of your topic
• There is a range of critical reading suggested for every topic, and available via the digitised reading list. Use it!
• Good essays will use the critical reading to back up the arguments that they make.
• If you do no critical reading and use only the lecture slides, it will be difficult to obtain grades in the 60s, 70s and beyond

Remember this is an essay. It is not a report of the type you might submit for a business assignment, for example. Do not use numbered headings (1.1, 1.2 etc), diagrams or tables.
• What is needed is:
– Introduction, where you set out in brief how you are going to respond to the question
– Presentation of your response to the question, backed up by evidence drawn from lectures and especially your critical reading
– Conclusion, where you sum up your case
• There is no single correct answer – there are many different possible perspectives to take on the questions set

Race and Biology in Japan
Final Paper Outline
Option 1

Cross-Cultural Racial Classifications Research Project.Select and research a racial classification system in another country. Explain and analyze the racial and ethnic breakdowns. What kind of relationship do these designations have to genetics? How do they differ with American classification systems? Which parts of the system do you see as contradictory, limiting, expansive?

Topic: Japan’s Homogeny VS. Being Hafu: The Repercussions of Skin Tone and Society

Outline

Opening statement:

Each year in Japan over 20,0000 half-Japanese babies are born. Japan has been a small Country with a long history of nationalistic pride. Lately there has been reports of snap judgements that label any person who looks bi-racial as the ultimate Other in their homeland.

Details/Points of Essay:

I will discuss all points that I plan to discuss, which include,
1) identify the immigration law
2) next I will note what effects being the Other has on a young child, and
3) finally I will discuss the long standing bias against mixed race people born within Japan.) Focusing on connecting these social issues directly to biology and GENETICS throughout the essay is a must and not only in one place within the essay. Also, discuss how Japanese mixed race category is a huge social challenge and confrontation to local ideas about purity of heritage and biology.

Paragraph 1:
Next I will identify the names given to the Other in Japan, beginning with Hafu and all of its connotations and identify more offensive terms to denote the Other. I will next discuss Japan’s immigration law and compare it with the laws of other Countries.???(maybe)

Paragraph 2:
I will note the effects of being labelled Hafu- The Mixed Race of Japan has on a young person whose main drive is to fit in.

Paragraph 3:
Next I will go into the new media and how Japan is coping with Miss Japan being Hafu and the backlash that Miss Japan is facing. I will also discuss how Hafu are being pushed into society and being used in fashion campaigns as well as discuss how the fashion campaigns within Japan have always sought after the (typical “all american” other.?)

Paragraph 4:
I will then discuss Journalist Roxana Saberi’s experience being of an Iranian father and Japanese mother and how she was treated as a Hafu 10 years after leaving for College. Finally I will assess the Korean-Japanese long-lingering problem of citizenship and theories on why so many Korean-Japanese nationals are marginalized and seek subversive jobs and outlooks in this society.

Paragraph 5
What kind of relationship do these designations have to genetics? Which parts of the system do I see as contradictory, limiting, expansive?

Closing Statements:
Discuss what the possible outcomes will be with the brink of change. Is there light at the end of the misconceptions on diversity? Does their immigration policy exclude for race-based reasons or other financial concerns? Do they converge? Finally with the growing awareness and usage of Hafu people in ad campaigns, is there more opportunities arising beyond these feats? Assess the current socioeconomic status within the Country….

Bibliography:

1)https://www.msnbc.com/msnbc/biracial-miss-universe-japan-faces-backlash
2)https://america.aljazeera.com/articles/2015/9/9/hafu-in-japan-mixed-race.html
3)HAFU The Film https://hafufilm.com/en Being mixed race in Japan
4) Chung, E. (2010). Immigration and citizenship in Japan. New York: Cambridge University Press.
5) “Part II: The Internationalization and Institutionalization of Racial Anthropology in the Nineteenth Century,” (pages 193 – 353)

6) HINT: For background, refer to “Part II: The Internationalization and Institutionalization of Racial Anthropology in the Nineteenth Century,” (pages 193 – 353) in your textbook, The Invention of Race: Scientific and Popular Representations for ideas.

Write 1 reflective essay (1100 words) that maps students learning progress. You need to identify factors, notions and concepts that you have learnt, then critically analyse what you have learnt and explain how it has changed your thoughts of International Entrepreneurship, in particular small businesses. You need to select any four from the following topics developed in class and listed below:

• Importance of International Entrepreneurship
• Motivations for small business going global
• Drivers and barriers for small business internationalization
• Modes of internationalization for small business
• Business strategies for internationalizing small business
• Developing a Global business Plan
• Identify and select International Business Opportunities
• Financial Management of Global SMEs

Write 1 reflective essay (1100 words) that maps students learning progress. You need to identify factors, notions and concepts that you have learnt, then critically analyse what you have learnt and explain how it has changed your thoughts of International Entrepreneurship, in particular small businesses. You need to select any four from the following topics developed in class and listed below:

• Importance of International Entrepreneurship
• Motivations for small business going global
• Drivers and barriers for small business internationalization
• Modes of internationalization for small business
• Business strategies for internationalizing small business
• Developing a Global business Plan
• Identify and select International Business Opportunities
• Financial Management of Global SMEs

Life Cycles of Stars Project

This unit focuses on life as we know it on Earth, and on the possibility of life on other planets. Though no evidence of life has been discovered beyond Earth yet, we continue to look for it on the surfaces of other planets and from signals in the sky.
Refer to the Life Cycles of Stars course project description to ensure that you meet the grading criteria for this project. The project should be comprised of the following five sections and include an introduction, a conclusion, and a reference page. Additional requirements are listed under Submission Requirements and in the project description. Each section should address all of the following topics to demonstrate your understanding of the formation and evolution of life:
Section 1: (2 pages)
• Describe the major processes involved in a star’s birth and initiation of thermonuclear fusion.
• Explain how reactions differ in high mass, intermediate mass, and low mass stars.
Section 2: (4 pages)
• Describe the fates of stars as they leave the main sequence.
• Explain how and why fates of stars differ so dramatically.
• Describe giant and supergiant stars.
• Describe the chemical elements that are produced in their cores and what types of reactions are involved in their production.
• Explain how the color of stars depends on the temperature.
• Describe how the scientific method was applied in determining the source of energy in the Sun and stars.
Section 3: (2 pages)
• Explain degeneracy pressure and its importance to white dwarfs and neutron stars.
• Describe the difference between electron degeneracy pressure and neutron degeneracy pressure.
• Explain the Chandrasekhar limit.
• Describe approximately how much a paperclip made of neutron star matter would weigh on Earth’s surface.
• Describe what type of star (mass, spectral class) can end up as a black hole and the ways astronomers use to spot it.
Section 4: (2 pages)
• Describe the types of stars that may host planets that support life.
• Describe the formation of planetary systems around cool and hot stars.
Section 5:
• References: Include a minimum of three references.
Submission Requirements
• Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.
• APA formatting: Resources and citations are formatted according to APA (6th ed.) style and formatting.
• Length: Minimum of 10 double-spaced, typed pages.
Font and font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.

MBA 540

1. Discuss how organizational architecture and corporate culture
are related. Use an example of a real-life firm and discuss how its
corporate culture blends with its organizational architecture.
2. Billy Riggan is in charge of all technical developments at
Always Round Tire. He makes all the choices concerning product innovations
in the company. He finds that he is overworked and that several of his
research scientists seem to be spending work hours playing tennis. What is
going on?
3. Always Round Tire tries to base its promotions on seniority
(where education and training requirements are not necessary). The company
finds that this system seems to work most of the time with shop floor
supervisors and team managers. But the system breaks down for higher-level
positions. Why?
4. Economists believe the free rider problem is very important in
complex business organizational structures. Still, businesses continue to
build teams to solve problems or to deliver products to consumers. Often
special rewards or bonuses are provided to the team rather than to the
individuals on the team. Write a brief essay that either defends the
economists’ concern or explain why economists are wrong on this issue.
5. Many firms today use 360-degree performance evaluations. Make a
case for this type of evaluation based on the informativeness principle.
What problems may be encountered from implementation of such a system?

6. Reflecting on what you have learned in this course, discuss the
relevance of Responsible Stewardship in the context of economic analysis and
organizational architecture.

APA FORMAT in text citations 2 reference one book
Brickley, J., Smith, C., & Zimmerman, J. (2016). Managerial Economics and Organizational Architecture (6th ed.). New York: McGraw Hill/Irwin.

The most popular way for international expansion is for a local firm to acquire foreign companies. One of the most benefits for international expansion is global distribution capability that helps expanding the market share.

There are different implications of running a company that is within or outside of the European Union. If you were the head of a firm based in the United States, please answer the following questions, providing the rationale behind your answers:

Would you seek to acquire a company within the European Union or outside of it? Why?
Describe the advantages and disadvantages of the choice you made.
Describe the advantages and disadvantages inherent in the option you did not choose.
Explain why an MNC may invest funds in a financial market outside its own country.
Explain why some financial institutions prefer to provide credit in financial markets outside their own country.
This assignment will be assessed using additional criteria provided here.

Please submit your assignment.

Grading Rubric:

Grading Criteria
Percentage
Deliverable requirements addressed; understanding of material and writer’s message and intent are clear
35%
Scholarly research which supports writer’s position properly acknowledged and cited direct quotations may not exceed 10% of the word count of the body of the assignment deliverable (excluded title page, abstract or table of contents if used, tables, exhibits, appendices, and reference page(s). Inclusion of plagiarized content will not be tolerated and may result in adverse academic consequences.
20%
Critical thinking: position is well justified; logical flow; examples
20%
Structure: includes introduction and conclusion; proper paragraph format and reads as a polished, academic paper or professional presentation, as appropriate for the required assignment deliverable
10%
Mechanical – no spelling, grammatical or punctuation errors
10%
APA – deliverable is cited properly according to the APA Publication Manual (6th Ed.)
5%

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Project Description:
Students are to submit a research paper analysing the usage and impact of social media on a company’s image and reputation. The research paper assessment will examine the role social media plays in the success of organisations. After consulting with the teacher, each student will choose an organisation and examine its usage of social media and the impact it has on the vision and business strategies of the organisation. Students are expected to choose organisations that are active in social media in order to be able to analyse the success / failure of their SM strategies in achieving corporate goals.
Students are also expected to compare the usage of social media to traditional media and present an analysis of benefits gained from each type of media.
Students are also expected to demonstrate an ability to use standard SM terminology and show knowledge of available SM techniques and strategies to promote an organisation, enhance its image and reputation, and measure SM effectiveness.
The research paper should demonstrate students’ understanding of the role of social media in supporting corporate strategies.
Rationale:
Social media has been playing a critical role in the success of organisations. An understanding of how SM can be used to help organisations succeed is a significant skill in today’s media and business worlds. This assessment will help students critically analyse this significant aspect of business success in order to apply such skills in their future professional experiences.

Method:
Research Paper: Approximately 2000 words (excluding cover note, honesty statement, contents page, bibliography and appendix)

Papers are expected to include the below:
– Cover page
– Honesty statement
– Contents page
– Introduction
– Company profile
– Social media analysis (this section can vary depending on your choice of organisations)
– Social and traditional media comparison
– Principles of ethics
– Recommendations
– Bibliography (APA list of books, journals, websites used in the paper)
– Appendix (graphs, pictures, videos, film, print material, transcripts used as evidence)

Submission requirements
The front cover must include the title of the research paper, the date, the course code and course name as well as your student name and ID number.

Research and content: Select a company that
strategically uses
social media as a tool
of communication.
Identify and describe
the different types of
social media
platforms used by the
company.
Explain the role of social media in the company’s reputation building.–
Levels of Achievement:
F: Does not meet course requirements 0 (0%) – 5.31 (17.7%)
The company is not active in using social media as a tool of communication. No social media platforms are identified or described. There is no evidence that the student understood the role of social media in reputation building.
D: Minimally meets course requirements 5.4 (18%) – 5.94 (19.8%)
The company is somewhat active in social media, but activity is minimal and is not used properly. The description lacked a clear understanding of the nature of each platform and the way it was used by the company to enhance image and reputation. The explanation lacked a clear understanding of the role of social media in enhancing image and reputation.
C: Satisfactorily meets course requirements 6.03 (20.1%) – 6.84 (22.8%)
Company chosen is active in using social media. Activity is limited and does not provide enough information for analysis. Platforms’ description is clear with some examples explaining how the content is being used to enhance reputation. Explanation of the significant role social media plays in the reputation management of the company is relevant. Explanation lacks examples.
B: Significantly above course requirements 6.93 (23.1%) – 7.74 (25.8%)
Company is strategically active in using a variety of social media platforms to help achieve corporate communication goals. Explanation is clear with relevant examples and illustrations of the way social media content is used to communicate strategic messages. Explanation of the role of social media is clear with relevant examples of how it contributes to reputation building of the company and how it adds value to its corporate communication strategy.
A: Outstanding achievement 7.83 (26.1%) – 9 (30%)
Usage of social media is an integral part of the company’s strategy and a clear factor in business success. Social media strategy is robust and explained thoroughly by using relevant examples from different platforms. Explanation includes comprehensive examples and relevant insights into the company’s usage of social media as a strategic component of business success. Analysis of the role of social media is excellent and provides insights into the company’s future approach to social media usage.

Tactics and tools critical analysis: Identify traditional media techniques used by the company. Compare social and traditional media techniques.–
Levels of Achievement:
F: Does not meet course requirements 0 (0%) – 3.54 (11.8%)
Information collected is irrelevant and superficial. Comparison between traditional and social media is not provided.
D: Minimally meets course requirements 3.6 (12%) – 3.96 (13.2%)
Information collected is partially relevant but remains superficial. Comparison is provided, but lacks relevant analysis.
C: Satisfactorily meets course requirements 4.02 (13.4%) – 4.56 (15.2%)
Information collected is relevant, shows some depth and is examined. Comparison provided offers some relevant analysis, but lacks depth and good understanding of the differences.
B: Significantly above course requirements 4.62 (15.4%) – 5.16 (17.2%)
Information collected is relevant, in-depth, systematically organized and appropriately examined. Comparison is clear and provides clear understanding of the difference between traditional and social media.
A: Outstanding achievement 5.22 (17.4%) – 6 (20%)
Information collected provides insightful analysis to support arguments. Comparison is strong and provides excellent analysis of how the company differentiates between traditional and social media strategy.

Ethics critical analysis: Analyze how a company
employs the principles of
ethics in their social
media strategy.
Identify main principles of ethics in using social media for corporations.–
Levels of Achievement:
F: Does not meet course requirements 0 (0%) – 5.31 (17.7%)
Analysis provided is not relevant to the company’s application of ethics in its social media practice. Main principles of ethics are not identified.
D: Minimally meets course requirements 5.4 (18%) – 5.94 (19.8%)
Analysis of the application of ethical principles is irrelevant and superficial. Principles of ethics are partially identified and analyzed, but some are irrelevant and superficial.
C: Satisfactorily meets course requirements 6.03 (20.1%) – 6.84 (22.8%)
Analysis does not indicate good understanding of the importance of applying ethical principles in the social media practice. Most of the principles of ethics are identified and are relevant, but some are missing.
B: Significantly above course requirements 6.93 (23.1%) – 7.74 (25.8%)
Good understanding of the significance of ethical principles in the social media practice. All of the ethical principles are analyzed and are relevant.
A: Outstanding achievement 7.83 (26.1%) – 9 (30%)
Strong evidence of the critical role ethical principles play in social media success and company’s reputation. All of the ethical principles of social media are analyzed and presented in a systematic and clear way.

Recommendations: Apply skills of evaluation
to current social media
usage. Describe the company’s strategic goals and how social media can help achieve these goals.
Recommend social media strategies.–
Levels of Achievement:
F: Does not meet course requirements 0 (0%) – 3.54 (11.8%)
No evaluation of current practice provided. No strategic goals are described. No recommendations made.
D: Minimally meets course requirements 3.6 (12%) – 3.96 (13.2%)
Social media evaluation provided, but is irrelevant to the company’s goals or weak and does not help the company achieve its strategic goals. Strategic goals are identified, but description is irrelevant. Social media recommendations provided, but they are not relevant to the company’s goals or are weak and do not help the company achieve its strategic goals.
C: Satisfactorily meets course requirements 4.02 (13.4%) – 4.56 (15.2%)
Social media evaluation is well developed and helps the company focus on better achieving its strategic goals. Strategic goals are described, but lack good understanding of how they can be aligned with the social media strategy. Social media recommendations are well developed and help the company focus on better achieving its strategic goals.
B: Significantly above course requirements 4.62 (15.4%) – 5.16 (17.2%)
The social media evaluation provided adds considerable value to the company’s future strategic goals. Description of strategic goals is clear and offers insights into aligning them with social media recommendations. The social media recommendations provided add considerable value to the company’s future strategic goals
A: Outstanding achievement 5.22 (17.4%) – 6 (20%)
Social media evaluation is outstanding and realistic with insights that can support the company’s strategic planning. Excellent analysis of strategic goals and how they are aligned with a strong social media strategy to help the organization build stronger reputation. Social media recommendations are outstanding and realistic with results that can be easily measured and can support the company’s strategic planning.