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Mba 503 Problem Set I
4-20. Juan’s Taco Company has restaurants in five college towns. Juan wants to expand into Austin and College Station and needs a bank loan to do this. Mr. Bryan, the banker, will finance construction if Juan can present an acceptable three-month financial plan for January through March. The following are actual and forecasted sales figures: Actual Forecast Additional Information November $120,000 January $190,000 April forecast $230,000 December 140,000 February 210,000 March 230,000 Of Juan’s sales,
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Mba 520 - Critical Analysis of Leadership Solutions Paper
MBA 520: Organization Transformation Critical Analysis of Leadership Solutions Paper Organization transformation is not an easy task, and will take finesse, and people skill to be successful. The organization structure, and its relationship to culture will need to be understood to develop a action plan that will fit the current, and future organizational culture. Once the culture has been dissected and analyzed, its important to know who the key players are, in other words, those
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Mba 520 - Human Capital Worksheet
MBA/520 Leadership Concepts Worksheet Assignment Week 1 The first week’s assignment focuses on creating a worksheet you can use in planning to gain knowledge about key course concepts and to recognize application of those concepts in the real world. The assignment has three purposes: (A) identify at least five key theoretical concepts from this week’s readings, (B) relate each key concept to its application in an organizational setting, and (C) communicate well-researched information clearly, concisely,
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Mba 520 - Leadership and Change Management Research
Leadership and Change Management Research MBA/520 Transformational Leadership February 28, 2008 Leadership and Change Management Research The learning organization proactively creates, acquires, and transfers knowledge and that changes behavior on the basis of new knowledge and insights. Learning organizations actively try to infuse their organizations with new ideas and information. This is accomplished by constantly scanning external environments, hiring new talent and expertise when needed, and by devoting significant resources to train and develop their
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Mba 520 - Transformational Leadership
Problem Solution: Intersect Investment Services Describe the Situation Intersect Investment Services has barely managed in the volatile climate of the financial services industry. Intersect’s CEO, Frank Jeffers has for 25 years, managed to successfully lead the company through several restructuring efforts, however the company as it stands today, is losing pace with the competition and is not keeping up with the demand of the economy. Frank has decided to completely change the business model in
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Mba 520 Change Management Plan
Introduction In this paper the reader will learn what the major implications of change are at Intersect Investments, as well as how the employees are reacting to the change. It will discuss the different reasons why Intersect’s employees are being resistant to this change and provide options to move them from being resistant to being committed to the change. This paper will describe in detail how Lewin’s Model of Change will help Intersect Investments make
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Mba 520 Change Management Plan
MBA 520 Change Management Plan CrysTel is a telecommunications company that has seen changes since it was formed and understands that a behavioral styles research leadership style is needed to help its Marketing and Sales Delivery departments overcome below average performance and become one that can adapt to changes in the upcoming future. An effective change management plan with the proper leadership style is one that can get CrysTel to plan and implement a range
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Mba 520 Economics - Environmental Analysis
Running Head Environmental Analysis University of Phoenix MBA 520 Economics Prof. J. Kirrk June 25, 2007 Purpose The purpose of this paper is to identify key macroeconomic variables that affect the Resort and Casino industry. Also, I will choose two macroeconomic variables and will identify and locate the corresponding industry variable. The two variables will be GDP and the unemployment rate for both national and industry, I will use a table to show the economic
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Mba 520 Leadership Concepts Worksheet
Leadership Concepts Worksheet Learn the Culture It is very important for a manager to take the time to observe and learn the culture and personality of both teams and/or individuals whose support will be required for successful implementation of new strategies before moving forward with them. Without learning the culture and personality of those needed to make a plan a success, the idea can be doomed before it ever gets off the ground. In the
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Mba 520 Syllabus
MBA/520 Transformational Leadership Course Syllabus University of Phoenix MBA520 ________________________________________ Please print a copy of this syllabus for handy reference. Whenever there is a question about what assignments are due, please remember this syllabus is considered to be the ruling document. GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION COURSE NUMBER: MBA/520 COURSE TITLE: Transformational Leadership COURSE START DATE: 1 March 2007 COURSE END DATE: 5 April 2007 COURSE LOCATION: REQUIRED READING: Students are required to read all materials available
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Mba 520 Week 3 Good Sport Leading Change Paper
Running head: LEADING CHANGE Leading Change Jennifer James University of Phoenix Leading Change Good Sport is a growing fitness equipment manufacturer in Coral Springs Florida (The University of Phoenix, 2004). They have been in existence for 15 years and have just started their expansion into Georgia, North Carolina and South Carolina (2004). Not only do they sell their equipment to proper gyms and fitness facilities, they also have found a market in providing equipment to
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Mba 530 - Dell Company Global Staffing Paper
Global Staffing Paper The following report is an overview of Dell Company as it expands its computer business into the Indian market. This paper identifies the challenges facing Dell as it expands into India, including the cultural and regulatory factors involved. In addition this paper will identify the staffing strategies employed by Dell including the recruitment and selection process of its business managers. This paper will discuss the changes to Dell’s organizational structure as it
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Mba 530 - Scenario Two Problem Solution Executive Briefing
Scenario Two Problem Solution Executive Briefing Jeanni University of Phoenix MBA 530 Human Capital Development Gwen McCants-Allen January 11, 2007 Scenario Two Problem Solution Executive Briefing The legendary scientist, Albert Einstein once stated, “No problem can be solved from the same state of mind that created it…” This famous quote can definitely be applied to the topic of discussion today. The course study model, Riordan Manufacturing (a global plastic producer organization), provides an excellent opportunity
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Mba 530 Final Paper
Running head: PROBLEM SOLUTION: RIORDAN MANUFACTURING Problem Solution: Riordan Manufacturing University of Phoenix MBA 530 January 9, 2008 Problem Solution: Riordan Manufacturing What is motivation? “A motivating force or influence: drive or influence” according to Webster’s dictionary. Motivation is the prime factor in what most teachers, coaches, and employers are trying to get most out of their students, players, and employees. Riordan manufacturing is owned by Riordan Industries (Fortune 1000 enterprise with revenues in excess
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Mba 530 – Human Capital Development
Concept Application of Concept in the Scenario Reference to Concept in Reading Employee Motivation Employees are the backbone of InterClean and in order for them to perform to the best of there ability InterClean needs to find different ways of motivating them. Employees will need to work together as a team in order for the change to be effective. The scenario spoke about recruiting key sales team leaders to get the message across that no
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Mba 540 - Wealth Maximization
Wealth Maximization Concepts Worksheet Concept Application of Concept in the Scenario Reference to Concept in Reading Corporate Firm In the scenario, Lester Electronics, Inc. (LEI) started out in the 1920’s as a small family business owned by Bernard Sr. The business was sold in the 1970’s due to encroaching overseas manufacturers. In 1978, the business was acquired by Bernard Jr. and again become a sole proprietorship. Currently, the company is faced with dilemma of deciding
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Mba 540 Lester Gap Analysis
Running head: GAP ANALYSIS: LESTER ELECTRONICS Gap Analysis: Lester Electronics University of Phoenix MBA 540: Maximizing Shareholder Wealth March 24, 2008 Gap Analysis: Lester Electronics Lester Electronics is at a pivotal point of the business. Bernard Lester cannot continue to manage the business as has previously been done due to the changes in the industry and a possible loss of their largest vendor, Shang-wa. John Lin, founder and CEO of Shang-wa, is looking to spend
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Mba 540 Prob Solution: Usa World Bank
Where Is The Toaster? Hidden behind the faded cherry stained cabinet door, sits the box with the bank’s promotional sticker clearly visible. Amongst all the other gadgetry of seldom used items, the shiny silver four-slice toaster is a reminder of marketing schemes that banks and savings and loans institutions used to attract new clients. The occasional lollipops for the children in tow, and the small doggy biscuit for the canine in the car are just
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Mba 540 Risk Analysis on Investment Decision
Running head: Risk Analysis on Investment Decision Risk Analysis on Investment Decision The capital budgeting simulation presented a company by the name of Silicon Arts Inc. (SAI). SAI is a four-year-old company that manufactures digital imaging integrated circuits and has an agenda to increase their profit share and keep pace with today’s technology. This paper will discuss the external and internal risks associated when making a decision to accept or reject a particular project. The
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Mba 550 - Working Capital Management Concept Worksheet
Working Capital Management Concepts Worksheet Concept Application of Concept in the Simulation Reference to Concept in Reading Lawrence focuses on one of the four principal types of current asset, “Accounts Receivables.” Lawrence Sports is a $20 million revenue company that manufactures and distributes sporting goods. The world’s leading retailer, Mayo is Lawrence’s principal customer and having difficult time payment to Lawrence that has applied pressure to receive payment from Mayo in a timely manner. This
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Mba 550 Kuiper Leda Problem Solution
Running head: KUIPER LEDA PROBLEM SOLUTION Kuiper Leda Problem Solution Paul G. Johnson University of Phoenix . Kuiper Leda Problem Solution Introduction Kuiper Leda being a medium based electronics supplier will align inventory to increase production of ECUs and RFIDs while decreasing costs of inventory with effective operations management. Decreasing the operations management will increase revenue for stakeholders and allow Kuiper Leda the necessary tools for its future growth. Kuiper Leda Inc. needs to find
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Mba 560 Legal Concepts
MBA / 560 Legal concepts Legal Concepts Worksheet Concept Application of Concept to the Issue of Downloading Reference to Concept in Reading Piracy The downloading of illegal music and movie’s is considered piracy. I have personally experienced this from using share-ware such as Kazaa and other controversial sharing software. I once downloaded a movie and my internet provider cut my internet access because of a copyright violation. I was warned that any further downloading would
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Mba 560 Legal Issues in Reduction of Workforce
Legal Issues in Reduction of Workforce University of Phoenix Legal Issues in Reduction of Workforce “Increased competition and rapidly developing technologies are leading companies to make innovations in how they operate, organize work, and manage people. As employers increasingly take advantage of new technology they are finding the need to restructure staff” (Lieberman, Moss, 2001). These changes present legal challenges and risks for human resources; however, with proper planning the potential for incurring charges of
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Mba 580 - Environmental Analysis: Sherwin Williams
Running head: ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS: SHERWIN WILLIAMS Environmental Analysis: Sherwin Williams MBA580 University of Phoenix Executive Summary An important step in developing an effective strategic plan for Sherwin Williams Paints is to scan the organization’s external environment in order to identify opportunities for strengthening the company and threats against the current and future successes over the next three to five years. In addition to scanning the external environment, the company’s internal environment was studied to establish
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Mba 580 - Forces and Trends Analysis
Forces and Trends Analysis MBA/580 University of Phoenix Introduction Today’s global marketplace provides a competitive environment that requires companies to be strategically adaptable and agile to anticipate the forces and trends of change which are impacting many different industries. Strategic adaptability is very important to the success of companies. Trends and factors will always be an aspect that companies will have to adjust to in order to optimize their success. Strategic adaptability is defined as
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Mba 580 Competitive Strategic Advantage
Starbucks Corporation Strategic Plan Executive Summary Starbucks Coffee Company was founded in 1971, when it opened its first location in Seattle’s Pike Place Market. It operated as the solitary Starbucks outlet until 1984 and became the world’s leading retailer, roaster and brand of specialty coffee with coffeehouses in North America, Middle East, Latin America and the Pacific Rim. • Starbucks use market development and product development strategy that allows them to practice a form of
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Mba 580 Environmental Forces W2 Hw
Forces from the Remote Economic Forces in Starbucks Corporation The importance of economic indicators to the strategic planning process in any organization is the ability to benchmark economic conditions that contribute to improve profitability, business growth and market size. Leadership sets up the mission “to establish Starbucks as the most recognized and respected brand in the world.” In doing so, they have created a set of industry-leading, comprehensive coffee-buying guidelines addressing coffee quality, financial transparency,
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Mba 580 Starbucks Environmental Analysis Paper
Environmental Analysis Paper Macroeconomic Forecast The importance of economic indicators to the strategic planning process in any organization is the ability to benchmark economic conditions that contribute to improve profitability, business growth and market size. Starbucks strategy is also expanding market in globally to provide high quality coffee in convenient and visibility locations. They are continuing to innovate and extend the business with imaginative new ready-to-drink beverages and expanded packaged coffee offerings (Starbucks Financial release,
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Mba 590
A key step in successful implementation plans is estimating time for project completion. This involves forecasting or approximating the time of completing identified deliverables and is needed to schedule the work and determine if the project is on schedule for completion (Gray & Larson, 2006). Action items have been identified, timelines established, and responsibility assigned and can be found in Table 1 of the Appendix. This section will outline why the items have been identified
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Mba 590 Gap Analysis - Harrison-Keyes
Running head: GAP ANALYSIS: HARRISON-KEYES Gap Analysis: Harrison-Keyes University of Phoenix MBA/590 February 16th, 2007 Gap Analysis: Harrison-Keyes Harrison-Keyes is a major publisher with a long history of success with its 22,000 plus publications. Management has seen a fall in sales due to changes in distribution and new media. They have identified a new media that will help them to stay competitive in the industry. Executives believe that starting a new electronic book or e-book
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