...Week Three: Decision Making Details Objectives 3.1 Describe tools and/or techniques used in decision making. 3.2 Examine decision-making models and influences. 3.3 Apply a decision-making technique to a situation. Readings Read Ch. 14 of Critical Thinking: Tools for Taking Charge of Your Learning and Your Life. Read Ch. 1–3 of Smart Things to Know About Decision Making. Read Ch. 4, 12–26 of Decide & Conquer: Make Winning Decisions and Take Control of Your Life. Read this week’s Electronic Reserve Readings. Participate in class discussion. Respond to weekly discussion questions. W3 8 2% Participation Discussion Questions Nongraded Activities and Preparation Decisions in Paradise Business Scenario For Weeks Three through Five, you will work individually using the Decisions in Paradise Business Scenario located on your student website as the basis for these three assignments. In this scenario, you will play the role of Nik, and your current employer is the organization represented by Alex, Nik, and Chris. You will also use the mission of your current organization to assist you in decision making in discussing this business scenario. There are three phases to this assignment which will be cumulative, meaning that each part will build upon the next. You will use this paper and feedback from your instructor as input to improve your Week Four and Week Five assignments. The three deliverables for this project are: Week Three: Decisions in Paradise Paper, Part I Week Four:...
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...Strategies in Decision Making Lou Ferracane Course Start Date: 10/26/2010 Course End Date: 11/23/2010 Campus/Learning Center: Oklahoma City Campus 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 the ruling document. Copyright Copyright © 2009, 2006, 2004, 2003, 2001, 2000 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. University of Phoenix® is a registered trademark of Apollo Group, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft®, Windows®, and Windows NT® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Use of these marks is not intended to imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation. Edited in accordance with University of Phoenix® editorial standards and practices. Facilitator Information Lou Ferracane ferracal@email.phoenix.edu (University of Phoenix) ferracal@msn.com (Personal) Phone: 405-513-5334 (Central) Facilitator Availability I am available from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Central Time on most days. If necessary, I will be happy...
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...Decisions in Paradise Part - II Decisions in Paradise Business Scenario, Part II. Introduction: As it was discussed in the previous paper, “Decisions in paradise: Part I”, our company was looking at establishing a greater presence in Kava which is small island country in the South Pacific. Kava has been plagued with unfortunate circumstances that have brought about one disaster after another. , The problems facing the Arcadia Child and Youth Corporation were discussed. The problems were as follow: Organizational and Environmental Obstacles Construction, Resources and Actions Required, Ethical Implications, Factors Affecting Implementation has been evaluated. Everything is in order and we have other matters to consider now. We will start with the decision making technique from the University of Phoenix Model the 9 –step technique to complete this expansion in Kava. 1) Justify the use of decision-making models. 2) Analyze the elements of decision-making models. 3) Perform a situation analysis. 4) Differentiate between symptoms and problems. 5) Develop alternative solutions. 6) Evaluate alternative solutions. 7) Describe how personal, cultural, and organizational values impact ethical decision-making. 8) Select the best possible solution. Proposal Feedback from The Arcadia Child and Youth Corporation executive’s Team This paper, Decisions in Paradise Part II will provides information regarding the proposal to build a Child and Youth center on the South Pacific island...
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...Decisions in Paradise Part III Latoshia Orme MGT/350 December 19, 2011 Joan Price Decisions in Paradise Part III In this paper the Decision in Paradise I-III explains the background information of the problem and the solution that was implemented to the island Kava. The papers explain the determining factors that affect decision making implementation in the Great Clips and Company AXT organization. This paper will also evaluate the resources and actions that shaped the organizations decisions in Kava. Finally the ethical standard of the stakeholders will be evaluated. This will give an overall examination of why the organization came up with the decisions they did. Included is the mission statement for both companies. Our company AXT mission is to help bring people and tourism attraction and better living to island of Kava. To provide health care housing and jobs for local people with higher pay. AXT is hoping to use some of the land natural resource to out sources and bring in more revenue for the island, company, and local citizens of the island. Great Clips missionary statement says: “To promote unity among franchisees and to provide a vehicle for the sharing of information and expertise for the purpose of maximizing profitability for all members" (, 2007) Many of the problems that affect the island of Kava range from deceases such as HIV/AIDS and avian flu. Natural disasters also plague Kava from tornados, earthquakes, floods, and tidal waves. Terrorist...
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...Decisions in Paradise Part III University of Phoenix MGT/350 Decisions in Paradise: Part 3 In this paper we evaluate the final stage of the decision-making steps of the implementation of the expansion project of Wal-Mart in the island of Kava. Wal-Mart has decided to expand in Kava in order to support and promote the economy. Nik, Alex and Chris are representing the organization of Wal-Mart , and their mission is to plan for the implementation and a proposed solution to establish greater presence in the island. The island is faced with the threat of natural disasters. Tsunamis, typhoons, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes have ravaged the island. Disease such as HIV/AIDS and avian flu Avian Flu threaten the people of Kava. Determining the factors that have been considered and reviewed during the phase of the decision-making process we were table to identify the problems, define the criteria, goals and objectives, evaluating the effect of the problems and identifying the causes of the problems. The alternatives were framed and the impacts of the alternatives were evaluated to determine the implementation of the decisions to expand the current location of the Wal-mart Store. The decisions were based on the skills learned in the textbook Critical Thinking by Paul and Elder (2006). The factors affecting the implementation of the project were identified as three major factors: company image, technology and the environment. Wal-Mart is known in the U.S. for its...
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...Decision in Paradise Part I Tony O. Nance MGT/350 November 16, 2011 Dr. Allen Timmons Good title page Decision in Paradise Part I Introduction This paper will define the issues that appear in the business scenario surrounding the South Pacific Island country of Kava. It will also identify forces involved in formulation of the problem and identify problems with tools and techniques used to describe obstacles that may affect critical decisions made by key stakeholders of the Target Corporation. Very good – a paraphrase of the assignment and identification of your selected organization. Background According to Target Corporation, (2011), “Target Corporation a $64.9 billion general merchandise retailing business that is one of the most admired companies in the United States, India, and other parts of the world.” Target international retail success in other countries can offer the corporation an opportunity to expand operations in the South Pacific Island of Kava. Targets reputation of helping communities surrounding their stores can benefit this island community in many ways. Good job adding this section. Issues Nik a new employee of Target Corporation has been assigned to travel to the South Pacific Island of Kava. The company is considering establishing a greater presence in the country. Target has only one employee currently on the island. His name is Alex, the director of strategic planning. Alex is Nik’s direct...
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...Decisions in Paradise Kava Karen Brown MGT/350 August 16, 2010 University of Phoenix Abstract What is paradise, some people would view it as a place with beautiful white beaches, gentle cool breeze, blue water and gorgeous palm trees. A peaceful home away from home destination, but that is not the case on the island called Kava. It is currently having difficulty with disasters in the country. The Healthcare Management Company which I will be employed with has to see what role it will play in the developing of this stricken down nation. The focus of this paper is to identify the problems, define the issues, goals, the objectives and then evaluate the effects. Within the two weeks I have left before receiving my degree in health management, I was offered a position as an assistant to the senior director of strategy development and planning for the company. Now this job requires that I do some traveling to different parts of the world, one place is the country named Kava, which is in the South Pacific. I pictured a beautiful island paradise and my job would be very joyful, could not wait to arrive there. After landing on Kava, I received the shock of disappointment. My perception of the island was not what I had pictured in my mind; the property I viewed was in a mess and that was what it looked like on the drive to the office. Now it is evident that things did not look like paradise on this South Pacific island. When I finally arrived to the company site and...
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...Decision In Paradise Paper, Part 2 Seane Banks MGT/350 December 19, 2011 Rebecca Marek Decision In Paradise Paper, Part 2 Trying to find a workable solution to expand my event company I arrived to this secluded island of Kava with a general search in mind. Despite the fact that the island was struggling with natural disasters, racial tension and infrastructure, I decided to go ahead and go forth with and increase my investment. I decided that we shouldn’t take all of their resources and not give back and make a difference. Seacai’s perfect events will not only implement their organizational process, Human resources and ethics, but we will apply smart decision-making techniques. Decision-Making is the study of identifying and choosing alternatives based on the values and preferences of the decision maker (Harris, 2009). We will discuss in this paper a decision-making technique that seacai’s Perfect events will use and how crucial it is, cause of the problem and alternatives, and the solution and impact to the problem. The mission for this company in Kava is to provide quality services to the consumer and possible job opportunities that can help with financial gain in the community of Kava. There are six steps to make effective decisions that Seacai’s Perfect Events will use to find solutions: Create a constructive environment, generate good alternatives, explore the alternatives, choose the best alternatives, check the decision and communicate the...
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...Decisions in Paradise Names MGT/350 10/16/2012 Decisions in Paradise This paper will focus on defining the issues that appear in the decisions of paradise Business scenario. It will discuss the forces that are involved in formulation of the problem that Nix will take on being the new military doctor in a civilian company. It will also describe the tools, technology, organizational and environmental obstacles she will face. She will have to play more than one role while being on the island of Kava. Kava is a small island in the South Pacific. Several natural disasters have claimed the island of Kava, and have caused the island to be plagued with tragedy. This small island is in desperate need of help on various levels; one main area is education. Higher education is a must and has been at the centre of intense debate among proponents and opponents from various regions of the world Over 50% of Kava’s population is under the age of fifteen, and the island is made up of so many ethnic mixes of indigenous South Pacific tribes that include, Asian (Chinese primarily), Spanish, French, African, and since World War II, a sizeable number of Americans. With respect to religions, 50% being indigenous, while leaving the remaining 50% divided between Christian, Buddhist and Islamic. The people of Kava seem to have their own way of life and their own way of how things are structured. Alex has briefed me on the modern ways of the Kava People and all the current...
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...Scientology vs. Islam For my term paper, I chose to compare two religions that most Americans are not familiar with the principles of: Islam and scientology. I will look into the differences that these religions present and examine different parts of their them. Over the course of this paper I’ll look at seven aspects of these religions, which include their origins and histories, size, their view on the purpose of life and the roles that humans play, their beliefs of on the afterlife, specific practices they take part in, and the texts from which their religion can be applied from. First of all, the origins and histories of these two religions differ greatly. Islam is considered to be the youngest of the seven great world religions, dating back to its creation in seventh-century Saudi Arabia. The prophet Muhammad introduced Islam in 610 AD after experiencing an “angelic visitation.” Muslims believe that Qu’ran, which is the holy book of Islam, were the preexistent and perfect words from Allah. Muhammad dictated the Qu’ran. Muhammad is loosely credited with the origin of Islam, although many Muslims believe that Islam existed way before Muhammad was even alive. And although Muhammad dictated the Qu’ran, the Qu’ran states that Muhammad was not the originator. The Qu’ran instead states that God wrote the Qu’ran, who in turn had the angel Gabriel dictate it to the prophet Muhammad (“Origin”). In contrast, the church of Scientology was formed just 55 years ago, in 1954. The...
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...Nana Offei University of phoenix Mgt/350 Decision in paradise paper two Professor Michael Caserta January 17, 2011 Decision in paradise part two The Island of kava has many obstacles up until to prevail over deep-sea queen need to work with the Kava administration to Identify proper procedures to have occurred in the recovery effort as well as provide first aid. Foodstuff and protection to all citizens I need will become a major investor in the rebuilding effort and work with government official on a reconstruction plan. In this plan, the subject to identify is specific problem areas and provides an outlet for development and proactive warning mechanism against future nature disaster This effort is a major mission and requires extensive problem classification rebuild Kava to complete with safety stranded that influence the quality of life for everyone in the Islands. Therefore, humanitarian Aid Calamity prevention, housing improvement, rebuilding hotel, and human resources are necessary to rebuild and constriction. Kava faces many challenges and decision-making, queen would share a greater presence in kava through a collaborative agreement with government official and the citizens of the beautiful Island. Evaluate the reimbursement against the operating cost to choose the most profitable choice involves monetary calculation of original and ongoing expenses against predictable return. However, creating sensible actions of the cost and benefits of specific measure...
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...Mgt 350 Week 3 Decisions in Paradise, Part I Decisions in Paradise I am Nik and I work at Becton Dickinson (BD). I just graduated from college with my degree and I am really happy I landed a job in a solid organization. During the first week at BD, I received the overview of the company along with HR procedures, organizational processes, an overview of Kava, and flight arrangements. The second week I will fly to Kava and no one could tell me what I would be doing there. I will work with Alex, the director of strategic planning and Chris Morales will be helping us out. In this paper, I will define the issues of the scenario, discuss the forces, and describe the organizational and environmental obstacles which will affect the stakeholders impacted by the decision. Kava is a significant island located in the South Pacific. The population of Kava has 50% under the age of 15 and has a diverse ethnic mix. The economy is supported by coffee, cocoa, bananas, tourism, fishing and inexpensive quality labor. Businesses, faith-based groups, community based organizations, and government are Kava's helping organizations. Once Nik landed in Kava, there was a mess all over, the island was a mess and also the company's office was a make-shift office. Alex greeted Nik at the inside and Alex is also the receptionist. After the introductions, Alex gave Nik an overview of the island and Nik pointed out the disaster of the island. The disaster threats could be from tidal waves,...
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...Decisions in Paradise, Part I Adrienne West MGT 350 March 5, 2012 William Shell Read the Decisions in Paradise Business Scenario found on your student website. Assume the role of Nik, and use your current employer (or one with which you are familiar) as the organization represented by Alex, Nik, and Chris. Use the information from the case, materials from the course, independent research, and the mission of your current organization (or one with which you are familiar). Prepare a 700- to 1,050-word paper, in which you develop the preliminary considerations for your organization establishing a greater presence on Kava by: Defining the issues that appear in this business scenario * Discussing the forces that are involved in formulation of the problem * Using problem formulation tools and techniques, describe the organizational and environmental obstacles in a way that considers various key stakeholders that will be impacted by decisions * Applying critical thinking in the decision-making process Critical Thinking Critical thinking requires a person to look at his or her own thinking process and put it through tests. Deconstructing the thinking and identifying weaknesses will allow the person to reconstruct it into something better (Paul & Elder, 2006). A person needs to be honest with himself and look at all aspects of the situation and why he is leaning toward one decision over another. Critical thinking occurs when a person thinks...
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...Decision in Paradise Part II As previously discussed in the proposal “Decision in Paradise Part I” Wal-Mart is looking to expand an organizational presence onto the island of Kava. There were some issues that came up in the initial proposal I submitted which included technology, environment, construction of the building, labor issue, and ethical issues. I want to focus on the largest of the issues that will affect the implementation of this project in the early stages. Building in a foreign country can be taxing and building on an island will make some materials hard to find locally. To identify the problem we first needed to see what would be available to our contractors for use from the local area. The project team mentioned in the first paper will be in charge of discovering what is available and what will need to be imported to Kava. We are considered a “big box” store that has multiple meanings but the term does not mean our construction is simple. Not only do we need to contend with the importing of major supplies we need to make sure the construction of our building will withstand many natural disasters that occur here on Kava. We have identified the problem of not being able to get all the materials need for the build on the island so we will need to come up with a solution to that problem. To find the solutions the project management team will be using the decision-making technique known as brainstorming. Brainstorming is the, “Process for generating creative ideas...
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...Decisions in Paradise Part 3 January 9, 2011 MGT/350 We think of tropical destinations as a paradise not Kava. Kava is in a South Pacific Island that is facing hardship and has many challenges that need to be met in order for the residence to grow. They have asked A & E disaster corporation help in the process. The company I work for will determine how it will build this disaster stricken country. We will identify the problems; define criteria, goals, and objectives. In this paper I will discuss the problems that we will encounter during the decision making process and how to resolve them. I will also discuss organizational processes, human resources, and ethics within the company. Decision making is important for A& E Recovery Corporation and there are many tools, techniques, and knowledge that can apply when making choices on decisions and alternatives. Within two weeks of finishing my degree in business management, I was hired at A& E Disaster Corporation as an assistant to director of strategic planning. The director of strategic planning is Alex. The company requires me to travel for my first assignment. Upon arriving in Kava I noticed the community was a mess. I meet my supervisor Alex; he told me that Kava was in great need of assistance. I have identified the following problems. The island is located in the path of many potential natural disasters that threaten the infrastructure, crops, and livelihood of the people. The disasters...
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