Analyze the corporate culture and methods used to influence employee satisfaction and retention
Imagine you are an executive for an organization of your choice, and you are preparing a presentation
for the board of directors about the organizations direction.
Create a PowerPoint presentation (approximately 10 to 15 slides), with speaker notes, in which you
address the following components:
Describe the organizational structure and design.
Examine the organizations differentiation and growth strategy.
Analyze strategic options and a management approach the organization uses as it relates to the
organizations
goals and strategies.
Analyze the corporate culture and methods used to influence employee satisfaction and retention.
Format your presentation consistent with APA guidelines. All sources used must be referenced;
paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying in-text citations in the proper APA format.
What are some of the points that you identified when there was a shift in leadership, and how did that happen?
Twelve Angry Men movie is an incredible study in leadership and the dynamics that are involved in interacting with people in an intense, structured situation. We see many forms of leadership illustrated throughout this movie.
The shifts in focus, as well as the direct and indirect effects of all things from what is said, how it is said, body language, and vocal inflections are all interesting factors that must be considered when examining this movie.
Once you have watched this movie/play, write a reflection paper that addresses the following questions:
Who are the leaders in this story?
What are some of the points that you identified when there was a shift in leadership, and how did that happen?
What stood out to you about the foreman (number one juror)? Was he a good leader? Why or why not? What did he do or not do that brings you to your conclusion?
Who was the most aggressive character? Why do you think he was so adamant about finding the defendant guilty?
Are the leaders easily identified?
What type of leadership do they display?
Do you see these kinds of leaders in other situations and environments? Give an example.
Do you think Marcus Anderson should use Alan Smiths WACC for investment decision? Explain.
Please read the case study (Coles Inc) and answer the four questions below.
Questions:
1. Do you think Marcus Anderson should use Alan Smiths WACC for investment decision? Explain. (25 marks)
2. If you do not agree with Alans WACC, calculate your own WACC for Coles and justify your assumptions and calculations. (25 marks)
3. Calculate the costs of equity using CAPM, and the dividend discount model (DDM). Which method is best for calculating the cost of equity?
(20 marks)
4. Should Marcus Anderson invest in the stock of Coles? Explain.
Why must an auditor use sampling? What are the benefits of using sampling in the audit of the financial statements?
Q1. Why must an auditor use sampling? What are the benefits of using sampling in the audit of the financial statements?
Q2. When it comes to audit sampling, both statistical and non-statistical sampling are equally effective. Defend or refute the preceding statement
Q3. Explain how revenue recognition is important to the audit of the revenue process.
Q4. Explain the importance of observing physical inventory during an audit.
Analyze different types of strategies and select which one you would deem more appropriate for an efficiency-minded retail organization and explain your rationale.
Analyze different types of strategies (cost leadership, differentiation, and focus/niche) and select which one you would deem more appropriate for an efficiency-minded retail organization and explain your rationale. How would the selected strategy ultimately affect how HR does its job?
Examine the four (4) approaches to job design/redesign and provide an example (not a definition) of each. Then, make a case to the interviewing panel on the importance of effective job design applications in supporting the overall strategic goals of the organization.
Consider challenges and constraints associated with recruiting workers and identify and discuss at least two (2) issues. What advice would you give to ease your selected issues? Be specific.
List and describe 23 candidate selection process ideas that might add value and overall effectiveness to the process. HINT: http://www.selectinternational.com/blog/bid/147051/5-Tips-for-Designing-an-Effective-Employee-Selection-System. Also, what problems should HR and management teams avoid during the selection process?
Describe the functions performed by a probation officer, including a discussion of role ambiguity.
You have been hired to advise an underperforming probation department. This department has seen very high employee turnover and frequent criticism from judges unhappy with the supervision being provided to those sentenced in their courtrooms.
A new director has been hired and is expecting guidance from you. Create a 6- to 8-slide Microsoft PowerPoint presentation, addressing the following:
Describe the functions performed by a probation officer, including a discussion of role ambiguity.
Describe the job requirements for new hires and recommend whether they are appropriate or should be changed. (You will need to research the job requirements for probation officers in your area).
As stated above, this department has seen very high rates of turnover among employees. Identify the aspects of the position that may lead to burnout. What can managers do to minimize the impact of factors that contribute to job dissatisfaction and burnout?
Support your responses with examples. Use the notes section of the slides to elaborate as necessary and to provide citations. Cite any sources using the APA format on a separate slide.
Do you think that keeping an open mind when viewing dance is important? Why or why not?
Self-Discovery 5: (each question is worth 5 points each)
1. Do you think that keeping an open mind when viewing dance is important? Why or why not? Give examples to support your argument.
2. Discuss the idea of instant gratification. How does it affect the way we view things, particularly dance? Do you think this issue is an American phenomenon, or does it occur worldwide?
3. Have you ever been in a performance situation, either as an audience member or a performer, where the audience was behaving in less than desirable way? Describe what that experience was like and how it made you feel.
4. Has a situation at a performance affected your perception about a particular piece? If so, how? If you went back and saw the dance again would your perception change?
5. What are some elements to look for when observing a dance piece?
How does the business/firm in this industry determine the price it will charge for the products or services it sells?
DISCUSSION
Exploring Monopolies and Oligopolies
Watch this video, Oligopolies and Monopolistic Competition, to help you prepare for this weeks discussion.
Use the company for which you currently work, a business with which your familiar, or a dream business you want to start to reply to these prompts:
With your selected business in mind, determine if it is competitive, monopolistic competitive, an oligopoly, or pure monopoly. Explain how you drew your conclusion about its market structure.
How does the business/firm in this industry determine the price it will charge for the products or services it sells?
Discuss with your peers:
o Read one of your peers posts and share an insight or question you have about that business and its market structure.
Who do you think will ultimately pay these tariffs? Explain your answer.
DISCUSSION
Globalization in Your Life
Tariffs on steel and aluminum are proposed to be set at 25% for steel and 10% for aluminum.
Watch the video Tariffs and Protectionism to prepare for this weeks discussion.
Reply to these questions in your post:
Who do you think will ultimately pay these tariffs? Explain your answer.
Describe a good or service you use that has been impacted by trade or globalization. What are some advantages and/or disadvantages you have experienced?
Discuss globalization with your peers:
o Reply to a peer and discuss their experience with trade or globalization. Was your peers experience like yours? Did you learn something new from reading your peers reply?
How do both depict American Puritan fears and religion?
Write an informal essay compare Young Goodman Browne with The Witch. How do both depict American Puritan fears and religion? You may do some research on American Puritanism in Massachusetts, and research Nathaniel Hawthornes own relationship with the Salem Witch Trials. Young Goodman Browne uses allegory (extended metaphors) to explore the main characters fears and repressions. Does The Witch use allegory? How does the film convey religious fear of evil and the Devil? Do you think it is significant that the we never see the Devils face in the film? How would you characterize the Devil in the film? Is he a trickster, or more insidious and scary? Why does Thomasin make a deal with the Devil?
This is an informal essay assignment. You may use I statements and state whether you enjoyed the film and short story
**Short story: http://www.columbia.edu/itc/english/f1124y-001/resources/Young_Goodman_Brown.pdf
**Movie: The witch (2015)
