Choose the two (2) segments of the general environment that would rank highest in their influence on the corporation you chose. Assess how these segments affect the corporation you chose and the industry in which it operates.

Using the corporation you chose from Assignment 1, examine its industry. Research the company on its own Website, the public filings on the Securities and Exchange Commission EDGAR database (http://www.sec.gov/edgar.shtml), in the University’s online databases, and any other sources you can find. The annual report will often provide insights that can help address some of these questions.Write an eight to ten (4-6) page paper in which you:Choose the two (2) segments of the general environment that would rank highest in their influence on the corporation you chose. Assess how these segments affect the corporation you chose and the industry in which it operates.Considering the five (5) forces of competition, choose the two (2) that you estimate are the most significant for the corporation you chose. Evaluate how well the company has addressed these two (2) forces in the recent past.With the same two (2) forces in mind, predict what the company might do to improve its ability to address these forces in the near future.Assess the external threats affecting this corporation and the opportunities available to the corporation. Give your opinions on how the corporation should deal with the most serious threat and the greatest opportunity. Justify your answer.Give your opinion on the corporation’s greatest strengths and most significant weaknesses. Choose the strategy or tactic the corporation should select to take maximum advantage of its strengths, and the strategy or tactic the corporation should select to fix its most significant weakness. Justify your choices.Determine the company’s resources, capabilities, and core competencies.Analyze the company’s value chain to determine where they can create value using the resources, capabilities, and core competencies discussed above.Use at least three (3) quality references. Note: Wikipedia and other Websites do not quality as academic resources.Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:Be typed, double-spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides.Citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format.Check with your professor for any additional instructions.The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:Identify how the six segments of the general environment affect an industry and its firms.Identify the five forces of competition.Analyze the external environment for opportunities and threats that impact the firm.Analyze the internal environment of a company for strengths and weaknesses that impact the firm’s competitiveness.Use technology and information resources to research issues in business administration.Write clearly and concisely about business administration using proper writing mechanicsNOTEThis paper must be done on the template that I provided. The assignment 2 template, and I have included the first paper that I turned in I made a B on this paper. My professor said it wasn’t detailed enough so, please be as detailed as possible because it is a research paper

What did Daniel Webster say about the rights of a state to secede from the Union?

We aren’t all alike in appearances, thoughts, backgrounds, ages, beliefs, etc. That is not to say we can not try to understand each other and realize that our United States of America, in the perfect ideals of the Founding Fathers, was established as a place of freedom for all as Americans. Interestingly enough, the statistics say that more immigrants have come to America than all other nations combined. So while America certainly is not perfect, evidently, it must be the best of what is available1. After reading theRosa Parks’ article, tell something you didn’t know from your reading. This part of the assignments should be more than one sentence or paragraph. Discuss thoroughly as if your reader knows nothing about Rosa Parks (minimum 2-3 paragraphs – single spaced, 12 point font).2. Then read the article aboutCourageous Civil War Soldiers(see the link Black History –Wallbuilders).2a.What did Daniel Webster say about the rights of a state to secede from the Union?2b.Did he think the Constitution allowed it? 2c.Tell me what you learned about at least ONE specific courageous Civil War Soldier. Be sure to be specific about anindividualsoldier – be sure to give his name (Lafayette – a Frenchman – was not a black Civil War soldier). I donotwant a generalized statement about these Civil War Soldiers. Again, same instructions as for Rosa Parks. The information should be several paragraphs and specific information. 3a. Go to the twowebsites on Blanche K. Bruce as well as the shortvideoclip, and write several paragraphs on why this individual was unique. In your paper on Bruce, be sure to put (#1 or #2 and #3 for the video) after the information that comes from that link. In other words, even though the information you write should be in your own words, you have obtained itfrom these links. I want your paper to have some information from both. 3b. Did you notice anything that you found unusual about where he lived and what party he belonged to in relation to much of what you hear today? Report on that in a few paragraphs using yourown words and thoughts. 3c. Which person do you think was more courageous – Rosa Parks or Blanche K. Bruce – and why? Several paragraphs to explain our reasoning. Websites for Blanche K. Bruce:– #1– #2#3

Describe the crime scene parameters of an arson fire, including one where an explosive reaction may have occurred.

You are a senior member of an arson investigations unit.You are being supported by newly assigned criminal investigators from a street crime unit,who don’t have mustexperience in the investigation of arson crimes.These investigators have had training in the physical evidence collection process, but they look to you for legal guidance in terms of their presence in an arson scene.You must prepare guidelines for the new investigators to ensure thatthey are not violating the law and legally tainting evidence by their actions at the crime scene of an arson investigation.Assignment GuidelinesAddress the following in 3–5 pages:Describe the crime scene parameters of an arson fire, including one where an explosive reaction may have occurred.Identify the role of the fire department personnel and their authority at an arson fire.What is the authority of the state fire marshal’s office or its equivalent? Explain.What specific responsibilities does thisagency have? Explain.Explain to the investigators under your command what role the medical examiner or coroner has when a body is discovered at an arson scene.Once the scene is declared safe by the fire department and the crime scene search can commence, under what circumstances can the investigators conduct a search? Explain.What is to bedone with a warrant if no property owner is available? Explain.Be sure to provide intext citation andreference all sources using APA style.

What part of the Texas Constitution (article and section) discusses how the governor is elected?

Please follow instruction:Governor Profile – TexasAnswer the following questions. For each question, make sure you include a link showing where you obtained the information.Pick any Texas Governor other than Greg Abbott. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Governors_of_Texas)Include a picture of the governor.Name the political party this governor represented.List any governmental positions held prior to becoming governorName the dates the positions were heldPersonal informationDate of Birth, Death (if deceased)BirthplaceEducation i. Include only degrees and schools attended after high schoolGubernatorial Elections or assuming of officeIndicate how he came into office (won election, assumed governorship upon death or resignation of…)For each of his gubernatorial elections, include the following i. Year of the election ii. The number of votes for both the person you have chosen and any of his opponentsIndicate for many years this person served as governor.What part of the Texas Constitution (article and section) discusses how the governor is elected?VetoesWrite a one-paragraph summary on a particular bill that your governor vetoed. i. What was the bill about? ii. Why did the governor veto it?What part of the Texas Constitution (article and section) discusses the gubernatorial veto?Write a one-page (single-spaced) summary of any speech given by this governor. In your summary be sure to note any policy positions or social views the governor takes. For what is the governor trying to argue? What is the governor’s agenda in the speech? Include the text of the speech below your summary.Find one op-ed published in a newspaper about the tenure of this governor. It must be an op-ed, not just a website about the governor (no Wikipedia, for example). Summarize the OP-ED in a ½ page single-spaced essay the argument of the op-ed. Include a link to the op-ed.NOTE: Do not cut and paste anything for this assignment. The summaries are to be in your own words after you have read and learned about the topic. Those who cut and paste or in any other way plagiarize will be subject to a 0 and failure of the course.

create a 1-page logic model, which will be used as a tool to plan an evaluation of a child protection program.

As you have learned through your course readings and classroom discussion, logic models may be used as a valuable tool in both the planning and evaluation of programs.For this assignment, you will create a 1-page logic model, which will be used as a tool to plan an evaluation of a child protection program. All components of the logic model need to be included including inputs, activities, outputs, and outcomes.Since this logic model is intended to aid in the planning of a program evaluation, please also include a column delineating your methods of assessment for each outcome listed. Several computer applications can be used to assist in developing the logic model figure including PowerPoint, Lucid Chart (lucidchart.com), Microsoft Excel, and Word. You may also find some helpful resources from the Kellogg Foundation (http://www.wkkf.org/and/orhttp://www.smartgivers.org/uploads/logicmodelguidepdf.pdf).

Since parties involved in adversarial collaboration do not need to agree in the end, how is this method an effective technique for analyzing an issue?

The discussion this week addresses the role of adversarial collaboration in intelligence analysis. It is designed to help you recognize the benefits of using this technique for analyzing an issue? What are some of its weaknesses?Respond to the following question:Since parties involved in adversarial collaboration do not need to agree in the end, how is this method an effective technique for analyzing an issue?(250 Words)

what is the biggest problem facing police in the usa today?

What is the biggest problem facing police in the USA today?(Choose a problem in which you can locate substantial information.)Prepare an eight to 4-5 page,double-spacedessay–excluding the cover page and references page–covering, in detail, the following:Detailed description of the problem.Why is this the #1 problem? (More important than any other at the this time.)Related issues.Explain how this does or could affect a police agency (directly/indirectly).Who’s responsible? (The major players.)What is the history of this problem? (Is it something new or has it been a problem for a long period of time?) (What’s been done in the past, if anything? Why did those efforts work or not work?)What is the long-term strategy for addressing the issue?Final recommendations.Why should we care? (Police chiefs, citizens, government officials, etc.)Whatever information you believe would be of interestThe paper should:be in APA format(See “Course Resources” link,APA General Guidelines. For this paper, an abstract is not required.)have a separate cover page and a references listcontain an introduction, a body, and a conclusionbe prepared in Microsoft Worduse Times New Roman, 12-point fontinclude a minimum of three (3) scholarly reference citations. The introduction states your thesis or the purpose of the paper. Organize your body paragraphs to include a main idea, which is then developed or illustrated by support evidence. The conclusion is a restatement of your thesis.This is how your textbook should be listed on the References page:ReferencesRoberg, R., Novak, K., Cordner, G., & Smith. B. (2015). Police & society (6th ed.). New York, NY: Oxford University Press.In-text citation:First time: (Roberg, Novak, Cordner, & Smith, 2015); each time thereafter: (Roberg et al., 2015

Conduct a macro analysis by calculating  projected growth rates for 2006, the average growth rate since 1990, and the expected rate of inflation for 2006 in order to make comparisons regarding the state of the economy?

Down below is the Business Case Text and also Data spreadsheet where you should have a look at to understand how to do the assignment.Requirements:Conduct a macro analysisby calculating projected growth rates for 2006, the average growth rate since 1990, and the expected rate of inflation for 2006 in order to make comparisons regarding the state of the economy?P.s: you will find it in the Spreadsheet file

What action you should take to limit liability and impact on operations; specify which ethical theory best supports your decision.

Assignment 1:Employment-At-Will DoctrineDue Week 4 and worth 150 pointsImagine you are a recently-hired Chief Operating Officer (COO) in a midsize company preparing for an Initial Public Offering (IPO). You quickly discover multiple personnel problems that require your immediate attention.John posted a rant on his Facebook page in which he criticized the company’s most important customer.Jim sent an email to other salespeople protesting a change in commission schedules and bonuses and suggesting everyone boycott the next sales meeting.Ellen started a blog to protest the CEO’s bonus, noting that no one below director has gotten a raise in two (2) years and portraying her bosses as “know-nothings” and “out-of-touch”Bill has been using his company-issued BlackBerry to run his own business on the side.The secretaries in the accounting department decided to dress in black-and-white stripes to protest a memo announcing that the company has installed keylogger software on all company computers.After being disciplined for criticizing a customer in an email (sent from his personal email account on a company computer), Joe threatens to sue the company for invasion of privacy.One of the department supervisors requests your approval to fire his secretary for insubordination. Since the secretary has always received glowing reviews, you call her into your office and determine that she has refused to prepare false expense reports for her boss.Anna’s boss refused to sign her leave request for jury duty and now wants to fire her for being absent without permission.As an astute manager, you will need to analyze the employment-at-will doctrine and determine what, if any, exceptions and liabilities exist before taking any action. As you proceed with your investigation, you discover the company has no whistleblower policy.Write a four to five (4-5) page paper in which you:Summarize the employment-at-will doctrine and evaluate each of the eight (8) scenarios described by determining:Whether you can legally fire the employee; include an assessment of any pertinent exceptions to the employment-at-will doctrine.What action you should take to limit liability and impact on operations; specify which ethical theory best supports your decision.Take a position on whether or not you would recommend to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) that the company adopt a whistleblower policy. Support the position.Justify at least three (3) fundamental items that should be included in a whistleblower policy. Provide a rationale for your selection of each of the three (3) recommended items.Use at least three (3) quality resources in this assignment.Note:Wikipedia is not an acceptable reference and proprietary Websites do not qualify as academic resources.Attached is the original fpaper I submitted with comments from the professor. Hope it helps;

What are some examples from the article concerning the importance of private security industry members having the same level of professionalism as public law enforcement officers?

Resource: “The Private Arm of the Law”article at http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2007/01/01/AR2007010100665.htmlWrite a 250- to 300-word response discussing the public relations image and professionalism of the private security industry. What are some examples from the article concerning the importance of private security industry members having the same level of professionalism as public law enforcement officers? How can a negative image impact the security of a community? How can this image be improved?

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