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Explain similarities and differences between assurance and security in a Supply Chain. Explain the distinction between...

  1. Explain similarities and differences between assurance and security in a Supply Chain.
  1. Explain the distinction between accounting principles and auditing standards.
  1. Explain the distinction between the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and the International Financial Reporting Standards.
  1. Explain the Commerce Clause of the U.S.A. Constitution and the importance to business activities.

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why it is important to understand the legal and regulatory implications associated with the health care...

why it is important to understand the legal and regulatory implications associated with the health care system (health care delivery and health insurance)?

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35. When there is no quality requirement and employee commitment is not needed, the most appropriate...

35. When there is no quality requirement and employee commitment is not needed, the most appropriate leader decision style is:
a. autocratic b. individual c. consultative d. group
36. The Path-Goal Theory suggests that the role of the leader is to clear paths for followers allowing them to:
a. fulfill their needs and reach goals
b. function without their leader when necessary c. build a cohesive team
d. have time to address interpersonal conflicts
Leaders form positive relationship with three types of followers. Which of the following is not one of the followers?
a. those who are competent
b. those they trust
c. those who are willing to assume responsibility
d. those who are less committed

37. In the Middle-East, leaders are likely to pick their trusted followers based on __________, while in the U.S., _________ is likely to be a primary factor.
a. friendship; similarity to the leader
b. obedience; team building ability
c. obligation; contacts
d. social class and birth; performance
Lecture 4: Individual Traits and Differences
38. The interactionist view of individual differences suggests:
a. the environment determines who we are
b. genes are the most important factor in making people who they are
c. heredity and the environment both influence individual difference
d. culture is one of the key factors in determining how people behave
39. The primary reason boys are more competitive and aggressive than girls is that:
a. boys are genetically more aggressive
b. boys watch more violent movies and play more video games
c. typical male genetic traits are reinforced by society
d. parents spend less time with boys than with girls
40. Which of the following is not part of the definition of personality?
a. personality is stable over an extended period of time
b. personality is a set of traits
c. personality determines what we do
d. personality is influenced by genes and the environment
41. When people are encouraged to behave outside their zone of comfort, they are likely to: a. learn and grow even though the behavior is threatening to them
b. develop leadership skills
c. become frustrated
d. resist change and revert to the comfort zone at all costs
42. Japanese managers are likely to reward team effort over individual achievement. This is because: a. the Japanese culture values community
b. individuals tend to perform less well in Japan
c. the Japanese are less competitive
d. individual achievement is only rewarded in special cases
43. The link between leadership and intelligence,
a. shows that smart managers are better managers.
b. is far from clear.
c. shows that cognitive intelligence is more important than creative intelligence.
d. is both positive and linear.
44. ___________ is the ability to read others and be able to put yourself in their place.
a. self-monitoring
b. empathy
c. consideration
d. social skills

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How should Oreo’s success in social engagement be evaluated? What metrics would be most useful? Consider...

  1. How should Oreo’s success in social engagement be evaluated? What metrics would be most useful? Consider both the usage-specific metrics that a social media provider might supply as well as outcome-based measures. What are the pros and cons of relying on one of these types of measures vs. the other?
  2. While growing their social media presence, Oreo continues to advertise in traditional media. Why is it important to ensure that messages are consistent among platforms? What specific tactics could be used to ensure this consistency?
  3. Although most of Oreo’s social media efforts are directed towards adults, many Oreo lovers are children. To what degree should Oreo also have a focus on marketing directly to children? What are the risks and ethical considerations of such an approach? Are there approaches to marketing Oreos to children that would stand up to ethical scrutiny? (Hint: Among other issues, consider the trend toward childhood obesity.)

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Discuss the concept of environmental sustainability and explain its dimensions, From your perspective, discuss possible effects...

Discuss the concept of environmental sustainability and explain its dimensions, From your perspective, discuss possible effects of operating with environmental sustainability on competitiveness. Explain those factors that might intervene to affect the role of environmental sustainability on marketing performance.

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13. In your opinion, what are the three more important resources to manage in an organization?...

13. In your opinion, what are the three more important resources to manage in an organization? Explain in detail the logic of your answer.

14. Concepts such as ‘socio-technology,’ ‘technology-structure,’ ‘technology-system;’ what do they have in common? Provide examples

15. Provide an example of Competitive Advantage and of Comparative Advantage. Explain the difference between them.

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Discuss the concept of environmental sustainability and explain its dimensions, From your perspective, discuss possible effects...

Discuss the concept of environmental sustainability and explain its dimensions, From your perspective, discuss possible effects of operating with environmental sustainability on competitiveness. Explain those factors that might intervene to affect the role of environmental sustainability on marketing performance.

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Explain what would be some of the monetary and non-monetary motivation for an Indonesian employee?

Explain what would be some of the monetary and non-monetary motivation for an Indonesian employee?

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Organization Structure and Design. Let's tie this into our current COVID-19 crisis and situation. What do...

Organization Structure and Design.

Let's tie this into our current COVID-19 crisis and situation. What do you think of the many actions (or inactions) being taken by our government (national, state, and local). What have you seen pertaining to actions and comments by managers across the country (businesses, organizations, etc.), both national and more local?  

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Communications and Stakeholder Management (20 marks) 1. Develop a communications management plan with a suitable communications...

Communications and Stakeholder Management

1. Develop a communications management plan with a suitable communications matrix for the project.

2.Document the strategies that will be used to manage the identified stakeholders’ groups according to their power and interest in the project (see Power/Interest Grid /Matrix for Stakeholder Prioritization).

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Strategy Memo In this simulation, you are assigned the role of Senior Vice President for Marketing...

Strategy Memo In this simulation, you are assigned the role of Senior Vice President for Marketing at Enhanced Analytics, Inc., a provider of marketing and consulting services, with headquarters in Austin, Texas. In this role, you report directly to the CEO of the company and are responsible for decision-making and marketing strategy. You oversee a department with 25 employees at the company. The CEO of the company has informed you at the weekly executive meeting that Premier Drinks of Sofia, Bulgaria - a key client of Enhanced Analytics, Inc. - has reported a drop-in sales, despite an expensive and carefully managed marketing campaign produced by your department. The management of Premier Drinks reports increased competition in the soft drink market in Bulgaria. Two companies - one from Poland and one from Germany - have recently established operations in the country. You were already aware of the trends in the local competitive environment from the periodic reports received from your campaign manager in Bulgaria. You have also studied the marketing efforts of some of your client's competitors and continue to believe that your campaign, particularly the promotional and pricing strategy adopted, is superior. The managers of Premier Drinks suspect that their local competitors have made payments to some of the local officials in exchange for an opportunity to sell their products in local government buildings and at sporting events, many of which have been off-limits to Premier Drinks. This lack of access has put a dent in the sales figures of Premier Drinks, and the company is now seeking guidance from Enhanced Analytics as to how to proceed. The executive team of Enhanced Analytics, led by the CEO, will be meeting to review options, next week. In your own words, prepare a report for the company's executives, containing the following sections (do not worry about being right or wrong; simply offer your perspective on the company’s situation and your recommendation):

1. Situation analysis - an overview of the client's business and the competitive landscape in the soft drink industry in Bulgaria (if you are unable to locate country-specific data, you may research the Eastern European market or the European Union, as a whole)

2. Problem Identification - in one or two paragraphs, clearly identify the problem faced by your client

3. Decision Options - an outline of 4 specific courses of action / decisions that your client can make to solve the problem. The purpose of this section is to get a clear overview of the options available to management. Because the company has limited resources, management will have to pick the best option

4. Decision - a clear recommendation, outlining which one of the 4 options is the best

5. Justification - a clear, concise justification of your decision from #4 Include outside research to support your ideas and recommendation. There is no page limit to this assignment. The assignment will be considered well-done if it contains all the required sections, if it is clearly written and your thoughts and ideas are supported by specific data and research.

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9. Explain the limitations of a statistical average and how they can be dealt with. 10....

9. Explain the limitations of a statistical average and how they can be dealt with.

10. How can you relate “expectancy” and “statistical error”? Provide an example.

11. How do you define a “good” decision? Explain your logic.

12, Explain similarities and distinctions between management and leadership.

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Please describe the ways in which facilities are paid through managed care organizations? Is there a...

Please describe the ways in which facilities are paid through managed care organizations? Is there a process that's more effective than others? Please explain why or why not that may be the case...

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It has been said that technology will be the end of management. Maybe. How about artificial...

It has been said that technology will be the end of management. Maybe. How about artificial intelligence? Explain why yes, no, under what considerations.

  1.    Let us say, you have $ 100, 000.00. Would you buy gold with it, or use it on starting a business? Explain the logic of your decision.
  1. It is said that net cash flow is the same as economic profit. How is it? Explain your logic.
  1. Explain the logic of Supply Chain to an organization, and to the economy.

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List and briefly those attributes that a global manager needs to manage a multi-cultural team wherever...

List and briefly those attributes that a global manager needs to manage a multi-cultural team wherever in the world that multi-cultural team is

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