...1. My major is business. I want to study this major because it is my dream when I was young. 2. Throughout college years, I hope to gain more knowledge in my major. Besides, I would like to get involve to activities that can help me build up the relationship between other students, faculties and me. That helps me in communicating. 3. I’m a sophomore, and I would like to transfer to the University of Washington to get a bachelor’s degree. 4. Attending college is a great chance for me to start pursuing my goals. I have known a lot of resources that are very helpful for my major. Besides, there are many staffs and instructors who are willing to help students, like myself 5. No words could describe my feeling at that moment I received the award letter. I was crying because it was my first achievement since I came to the US. My family is so proud of me…. 6. Growing up in hard conditions, and experiencing many challenges, I appreciate a chance to pursue a higher education. I believe it is the only way to achieve the successful future. netsfinau@juno.com Lynette Finau My educational interest is Business Management and hope to be a business owner one day. Growing up in hard conditions in Vietnam with a small family business. This stems from my family business back home in Vietnam because funds were limited to us to expand. I am now in the right place here in American, here at South Seattle CC, having received this scholarship to help me through school to...
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...Major Ethical Issues in Business An ethical issue is a problem or a situation that requires an individual, group or organization to choose among several actions that must be evaluated as right or wrong, ethical or unethical. The ethical issues in business are in most cases abusive or intimidating behavior. examples are like lying, conflicts of interest, bribery, discrimination and sexual harassment among others. They are each discussed briefly below. 1. Lying Lying can broadly be defined as lack of integrity, incomplete disclosure and unwillingness to tell the truth. There are three types of lying, one of which is joking without malice. The other two types can become very troublesome, for example commission lying and omission lying. The causes of lying are complex and relate to both individual and organizational pressures. Commission lying is when you create a perception or belief by words that intentionally deceive the receiver of the message. For example, lying about being at work, expense reports or carrying out assignments. It involves intentionally creating “noise” within communication that knowingly confuses or deceives the communicator. Lying by commission can also be of complex forms, procedures, contacts, words that are spelled the same but with different meanings or better still refuting the truth by telling a false statement. These forms are very common especially in commercial advertising, where for instance, saying that the product is homemade yet in real sense...
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...Major risks of using BI Deploying BI using conventional methods exposes a company to considerable risk due to the time involved in implementing BI, and the technical resources needed for deployment (Zap). The average business intelligence solution costs $1.8 million and takes more than 2 years to implement (Rosen). BI systems needs to be designed to suit the business goals not start with using technology and try to suit it to the business goals. The BI system also needs to be easily adapted to any new business logic that might be adopted in the future as the business changes. The biggest risk of BI is the time taken to develop the BI solution. It can take months to develop a solution that is tailored for the business, also the ongoing maintenance can require deep technical expertise and a lot of time. To evaluate the back end of a BI solution there are a few things that need to be addressed. This includes how quickly the data structure can be developed to deliver a BI solution across all subject areas in your system. This is important in the decision of BI as the time represents the cost of developing the solution. The depth of technical skills required to deploy the solution is also important because the greater the skills needed the more the solution will cost. It also needs to be determined how much technical expertise will be needed to maintain the system and to make future modifications to keep to system up to date. This is an important factor because the amount of expertise...
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...There are four different major business formation types. First I will discuss the sole proprietor formation, then the general and limited partnership, the corporation formation and then the limited liability company. I will focus on the main advantages and disadvantages of the formations and decide which one would be best for a design firm. A sole proprietorship is similar to a freelancer, in a sense that one person is the boss and has responsibility over everything. They are taxed similarly as well. One advantage is that the owner would receive all profits. On the other hand they are also responsible for all losses and debts. There are two types of partnerships. You have a general partnership where each partner is responsible for everything, good or bad. Then you have a limited partnership where the limited partner is there for investment purposes only. Having a general partner would be great for splitting the workload and finishing projects at a faster rate. But if one partner is being sued the company and the other partner is at risk as well. In a limited partnership there is usually just one general partner and it could be numerous limited partners. Limited partners basically make investments in exchange for a share of the profits from the design firm. Limited partnerships allow the general partner to run the firm without any interference. A corporation is a company or a group of people authorized to act as one. Corporations are separate legally from the people they...
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...Undergraduate business majors are a dime a dozen on many college campuses. But according to some, they may be worth even less. Now faculty members, school administrators and corporate recruiters are questioning the value of a business degree at the undergraduate level. The biggest complaint: The undergraduate degrees focus too much on the nuts and bolts of finance and accounting and do not develop enough critical thinking and problem-solving skills through long essays, in-class debates and other hallmarks of liberal-arts courses. Companies say they need flexible thinkers with innovative ideas and a broad knowledge base derived from exposure to multiple disciplines. And while most recruiters do not outright avoid business majors, companies in consulting, technology and even finance say they are looking for candidates with a broader academic background. Firms are looking for talent. They're not looking for content knowledge. Students are motivated only by grades and instructors by evaluations. But Dr. Mason believes it offers a fair approximation of reality. In a 2003 paper in the Economics of Education Review, he buttressed that model with a national survey of 259 business professors who had been teaching for at least 10 years. On average, respondents said they had reduced the math and analytic-thinking requirements in their courses. In exchange, they had increased the number of requirements related to computer skills and group presentations. It has become difficult to give...
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...James D Prendergast Management 377 Messar 1-21-2015 Mission Statements Northeastern Illinois University The College of Business and Management provides quality and accessible undergraduate and graduate education in business to a diverse student population from metropolitan Chicago and beyond. We prepare students for professional careers in an increasingly multicultural and global business environment. The college emphasizes teaching and learning through a variety of teaching methods, research (primarily applied and pedagogical) and service. Apple Apple designs Macs, the best personal computers in the world, along with OS X, iLife, iWork and professional software. Apple leads the digital music revolution with its iPods and iTunes online store. Apple has reinvented the mobile phone with its revolutionary iPhone and App Store, and is defining the future of mobile media and computing devices with iPad PepsiCo Our mission is to be the world's premier consumer products company focused on convenient foods and beverages. We seek to produce financial rewards to investors as we provide opportunities for growth and enrichment to our employees, our business partners and the communities in which we operate. And in everything we do, we strive for honesty, fairness and integrity. Amazon With a mission “to be Earth’s most customer-centric company, where customers can find and discover anything they might want to buy online, and endeavors to offer its customers the lowest...
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...pre-existing majors or occupations of interest. For this assignment, you will identify and examine majors and occupations to begin evaluating how they may fit with your interests, abilities, or values. Part 1: Objective: To identify the details of occupations of interest to you and to begin evaluating how they fit with your interests, abilities, or values. (3 points) Directions: Use the Occupational Outlook Handbook to research and indicate 5 items for each of the categories in the tables below. At least one of the occupations you research must derive from the results of your Strong Interest Inventory. • Occupational Outlook Handbook: http://www.bls.gov/ooh/ OCCUPATION #1: ______Financial Manager__________ | |What They Do/ Duties |How To Become One/ Education |How To Become One/ Important Qualities |Work Environment/ Work Schedule | |1. |Responsible for financial health of | |Have to have a lot of previous experience in the |Works typically in an office or bank setting | | |organization |Bachelor’s degree |financial world to be successful | | |2. |Produce financial reports |Have five or more years in another business place |Need...
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...of the problem’. Please elaborate on what this statement means to you. Operations of an Organisation deal with the overall functioning of business effectively so as to obtain determined results within a specific period. Operations is mostly related to production/manufacturing where it helps to oversee, design, decide and implement actions accordingly. It is the same for the non-manufacturing based industries too. Operational problems may lead to disturbance in stability of business and may affect the growth of business. The operations of a Company are monitored not only by the designated team and the operations manager but also by the higher level employees of an organisation who overlook the entire scenario, anticipate the threats and opportunities and implement the same for progress of business. The operations of any business run on certain principles which form the reason of its existence, performance and growth. These may be termed as the pillars of the business operations and they are: 1. Vision and mission of the Company 2. Policies, structure and system 3. Investment, infrastructure and resources 4. Management and strategies Operational problems for example can be like wastage of resources, non-fulfilment of services within stipulated time, sudden breakdown of machinery in a manufacturing unit, lack of modern business strategies and ignorant management. An example of operational problem related to the hospitality industry would be the resources. Vegetables...
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...strategic issues that Avery needs to consider? What are his options? Avery got a few options regarding key strategic issues he needs to consider. He could grow the company and enter into other segments of the business. This segment would be the plastics containers that would have potential. Other option is whether to acquire Continental Can Canada or not. The company generates $400 million in sales per year and it is the largest manufacturer in the Canadian region. That does not seem a whole lot. However, Continental’s USA business has estimated revenues of $1.3 billion which would double the size of Crown’s domestic operations. Also, Continental’s European operations generated estimated sales of $1.5 billion. Potential bidders for the acquisition are the major competitors of CCS. Avery is concerned about both options because they both have pros and cons. Entering the plastic can business segment would have the following pros: • Entering a new business segment, great for diversification • Decreasing shipping cost because of lighter weight • Made of natural resources • Plastic material can easily be formed/shaped Entering the plastic business segment would have the following cons: • Unknown business territory, no experience • Carbonation leaks after 4 month – major issue • Cannot be fully recycled Acquiring Continental Can Canada would have the following pros: • Double in size domestically, increase market share rapidly • Plastic container line would come from this...
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...and includes companies that market nonalcoholic and alcoholic items. Since growth opportunities are few compared to existing business, many members of the industry endeavor to diversify their offerings to better compete and gain share. Too, they may pursue lucrative distribution arrangements and/or acquisitions to expand their operations, product portfolios, and geographic reach. Most equities in this group are suitable for conservative investors. The largest companies offer reliable dividends, with regular increases, and above-average Stock Price Stability. There are a few selections for those that are more venturesome. Such issues might serve a particular market niche, for example, energy drinks or developing overseas markets. Generally, the group turns in a steady performance throughout the business cycle, but it will generally suffer in the most stressful of economic times PepsiCo is one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world. Its products include a variety of salty, sweet, and grain-based snacks as well as Csds and non-Csds. the company is responsible for the manufacturing, marketing, and sales of these goods. It has 18 brands in its portfolio and is headquartered in New York. PepsiCo has two divisions: bottle soft drinks and juice segment. In India the consumption proportion of both divisions are good as compare to the major competitor. PepsiCo have invested around 12000 crore in India and has the most of the market share in India in beverages industry...
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...studies/survey conducted indicates that everyone is contributing to the prevailing attrition. Attrition does not happen for one or two reasons. The way the industry is projected and speed at which the companies are expanding has a major part in attrition. For a moment if we look back,did we plan for the growth of this industry and answer will be no. The readiness in all aspects will ease the problems to some extent. In our country we start the industry and then develop the infrastructure. All the major software companies have faced these realities. If you look within, the specific reasons for attrition are varied in nature and it is interesting to know why the people change jobs so quickly. Even today, the main reason for changing jobs is for higher salary and better benefits. But in call centers the reasons are many and it is also true that for funny reasons people change jobs. At the same time the attrition cannot be attributed to employees alone. The employees always assess the management values, work culture, work practices and credibility of the organization. The Indian companies do have difficulties in getting the businesses and retain it for a long time. There are always ups and downs in the business. When there is no focus and in the absence of business plans, non-availability of the campaigns makes people too quickly move out of the organization. Working environment is the most important cause of attrition. Employees expect very professional approach and international working...
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...the difference between equity joint ventures and non-equity (cooperative) joint ventures. Why have many GSAs failed? What are some legal, cultural, or other considerations companies should consider in choosing an alliance partner? Business - International Business GBM 380 Week 1 Individual Assignment Globalization Paper GBM 380 Week 2 Individual Assignment Business Organizations Paper GBM 380 Week 2 Learning Team Assignment Globalization Trends Paper GBM 380 Week 3 Individual Assignment Culture Paper GBM 380 Week 3 Learning Team Assignment Political and Legal Systems Paper GBM 380 Week 4 Individual Assignment Climate and Topography Analysis GBM 380 Week 4 Learning Team Assignment Infrastructures and Natural Resources Paper GBM 380 Week 5 Individual Assignment Final Examination GBM 380 Week 5 Individual Assignment Institutions Paper GBM 380 Week 5 Learning Team Assignment Global Strategies Paper GBM 380 Week 5 Learning Team Assignment Global Strategies Presentation If you haven't decided on a major, take the core classes of several possible majors. This will give you the chance to determine which major feels right for you. Plus, once you do select your major, you may have e...
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...1.- WHAT ARE DE MAJOR BUSINESS PROPOSITION FOR WOODMERE AND HOMEHELP TO CONSIDER IN EVALUATING THIS PROPOSAL? The major business proposition for Woodmere and Homehelp to consider within the proposal is the advancement of their company through an advanced and smarter form of managing supplies and customers’ needs. With Homehelp as a major home decorating retailer that’s looking for new ways to improve and Woodmere has the reputation a cliental already in place and are looking to further advance the logistical time based capability. Homehelp major focus has been to deal only with manufacturers and keep cost low and service high. Homehelp also looks to keep a lock on everyday low price and having premium service for the customers. Woodmere has been moving towards looking to invest in information technology to further push their business to a wider audience and even more timely deliveries The case revolves around a sales representative for a top furniture manufacturer, named John Smith. John has had a chance to interact with Nan Peterson, the leader of a product team at a furniture decorating company called Home Help. Home help is concerned by the fact that furniture industry as a whole seems to be lagging behind in terms of logistics operations. Nan believes that John’s company, Woodmere, could collaborate with Home Help to create a logistical capability that is time-based. The collaboration would also result to adoption of a customized delivery system. To make the plan effective...
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...Executive Summary: This research project is intended for OM&IS department at the College of Business, Northern Illinois University to identify the behavior patterns of students who choose OMIS and MIS as their majors. My project researches factors that affect graduate and undergraduate students choosing OM&IS and MIS as their majors respectively. From my research I have identified the following ones as the major factors that would really affect students in choosing their majors: Expected salaries, growth in career, security of job, quality of courses being offered, teaching quality of professors in a department, funding opportunities, diversified career opportunities, interest in information systems, location of the university, course fees, 24/7 facilities(labs, library) being offered in the department, suggestions from others such as friends and well wishers, income levels of parents, etc. Later in the literature review, I would be going through some reviews about few of the journals I have researched. There I would be discussing about the topics that have been researched upon. There will always be certain areas which will be left out without researching. I would be discussing about few research areas that haven’t been addressed by these journals. Then I would be discussing about the design aspects of the data mart I am going to develop for my research project. This would depict all those entities, attributes and relationships between these entities. Then I would...
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...College of Business and Accountancy Students of the University of St. La Salle in choosing their major course. The study also seeks to identify the different benefits and descriptions of the courses offered in the said college. The research design used is descriptive because we tend to describe the facts in a factual way. There were 50 2nd year CBA students of University of St. La Salle who did partake in the study. The findings of the study revealed that the biggest factor that influences the decisions of our respondents is their family. According to our statistics, 30% of the 2nd year students answered that their families were the ones whom greatly influenced their decisions. We could say that those said respondents who said that their family is the one who influenced or chose the certain course they are going to take were really obedient students because they believe that their parent's knows what is the best for them. For some, they maybe forced to take up that certain course. The findings of the study revealed that a big chunk of the students population having 82% didn't want to be in the College of Business and Accountancy in the first place. Reasons for this kind of result may be caused of the unmaid minds of the students that they didn't know what college to enroll into when they entered college. Results have shown that Operations Management ang Marketing having 22% each in the survey conducted are the most prefered courses in the College of Business and Accountancy...
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