...Organizational Structure Jennifer Anderson MGT230 April 1, 2013 Organizational Structure Businesses require a structure to run smoothly. There are different structures a company can choose and many factors that come into play when making that choice. Bateman & Snell (2011) states, “Organizations can be structured on the basis of function, division (product, customers, or geographic), matrix, and network (chapter 8, p. 302)”.Each form has advantages and all organizational structures are developed to enable the organization to accomplish its work and succeed as a business. This paper will cover the structure of the organization that Walt Disney uses. I will compare and contrast the structure that Walt Disney uses with two different organizational structures. Then I will evaluate how organizational functions influence and determine the organizational structure. Last I will explain how organizational design helps determine which structure best suits Walt Disney’s organizational needs. Walt Disney is considered one of the top companies in the world. They have survived for over 80 years and have done so by evolving with the future. According to the textbook Bateman & Snell (2011), “core competence is the capability—knowledge, expertise, skill—that underlies a company’s ability to be a leader in providing a range of specific goods or services” (chapter 9, p.310). Walt Disney definitely is a company that has core competence...
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...Internal and External Factors Paper J.Simpson; Eileen Reyes; Kevin Fears; Ashley Brown; Brittany Team A University of Phoenix MGT/230- Steven Friloux November 23, 2015 Internal and External Factors Paper Introduction The four management functions are influenced by internal and external factors. In our learning team’s paper, we will discuss some of the factors that affect the functions of management in a global environment. From internal factors, such as leadership styles and company procedures, to external factors like political and economic risks, it is obvious that delicately managing employees, in order to affectively address those functions, is of utmost importance. Explain how internal and external factors affect the four functions of management (planning, organizing, leading, and controlling). Internal factors are factors that affect the workings inside the business like accounting functions, leadership style, management changes, and procedures on how the business operates. Internal factors are important to how you run a business. The basic universal language are the accounting principles. You must understand the function of this to know how to run the business. A company’s leadership style impacts organizational culture. Leaders have to be able to communicate effectively. Also, the strength of the employees is an important internal factor. Hard-working and talented workers produce better results for a business. Procedures deal with how you execute...
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...CODE NO. PRELIMINARY APPLICATION FORM FOR AUSTRALIA NEW ZEALAND AND SAMOA GOVERNMENTS' OVERSEAS SCHOLARSHIPS 2013 INTAKE PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY 1. PERSONAL DETAILS 1) First Name: Gender: Suieni Female Male Surname: Ah Kee Date of Birth: 31/05/1981 31 years 2) Applicant's Country of Birth: Marital Status: Married Samoa Single Age on 1 Jan 2013 3) 4) Parent's Names: Fathers Full Name: Tanuvasa Tafeaga Ah Kee Date of Birth Date of Birth Mothers Full Name: 4) 6) Ulufale Tafeaga Ah Kee Lalomalava, Savaii Where are your parents residing? Contact Details(Phone): 11/11/1941 06/10/1940 Mobile: 685- ____________________Home: 685- ____________________Work: 685- ____________________ 7776114 24881 s_ahkee04@yahoo.com 24914 Fax: 685- ____________________ Address: ______________________________________________ Email Please answer all the following questions (tick one box only) 2. PERMANENT RESIDENCE/CITIZENSHIP DETAILS 7) Are you a Samoan Citizen? If no you are not eligible Are you applying for or do you hold New Zealand/Australian permanent residence? List all countries you hold citizenship and/or Permanent Residence Status Citizenship Yes No 8) 9) Yes No Permanent residence Samoan Samoa 10) List all countries your parents hold Citizenship Citizenship Permanent residence or Permanent Resident Status Samoan Yes Samoa No Permanent Residence 11) Are you married or in a defacto relationship...
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...Course Syllabus 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 the ruling document. Course Number: MGT/ 230Course Title:Management Theory and Practices Course Schedule:Start Date: September 03, 2013 -- End Date: October 07, 2012 Where To Go To Class: Your Course Forums MAIN Forum: This is the forum for all course-related discussions. All of your participation grade will come from your activities in this room. It has read-and-write access for everyone. CHAT Forum: This is a read-and-write access Forum. This is your student lounge. It is a place to discuss issues not related to the course content, but you can use it for discussion questions. You will post your BIOGRAPHY to this Forum. COURSE MATERIALS: This is a read-only Forum, which means you can read messages here but not send any. I will post the syllabus, lectures/case studies, and other supplementary materials here. LEARNING –TEAMS – A, B, C, D, & E: These learning team forums will be used as workrooms for the learning teams. I will assign you to one of these groups by Sunday (sixth day of the first week). INDIVIDUAL FORUM: You will see one forum with your name on it. This is a private forum, shared only by you and me, the facilitator. Your classmates will not have access to this forum. You can ask questions here. You can also ask questions here concerning your specific circumstance...
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...MGT230 WK1 DQ1 This class defines management as, the effective and efficient use of limited organizational resources to achieve organizational goals. What is management? Why is management necessary? How do you think management has evolved? “Management is the process of working with people and resources to accomplish organizational goals,” (Bateman, 2011, p. 14.) Mary Parker Follett (1868-1933) a pioneer in management theory, defined management as, “the art of getting things done through people.” I like this concept that Ms. Parker Follett presents, I believe it is a simple and kind interpretation of the idea of management. Managerial actions include, “delivering strategic value, building a dynamic organization, mobilizing people, learning, and changing,” (Bateman, 2011, p. 15.) I believe that management is essentially the act of providing the most efficient use of time, resources, and labor force to achieve organizational goals. Good management has the ability to balance both efficiency and effectiveness while maintaining the ability to interact with, empower, and encourage the employees. The four functions of management are the reasons why management is necessary. Management is responsible for the planning, organizing, leading, and controlling of any business from a small start-up to the largest corporation. While the environmental conditions of the business world have changed and grown over the passage of time, the practical concepts of management have remained...
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...William Moran Control Mechanisms One example for a control mechanism in an aircraft maintenance facility and within the entire field of maintaining aircraft is detailed annotation of all work performed. This data is compiled into a logbook which stays with the aircraft for the duration of its service life. Another practice that is performed to mitigate risks during flight is part traceability. This way if a defective part fails on an aircraft it can be discovered how and why this anomaly occurred. The control mechanisms are put in place by the Federal Aviation Administration and set forth in the FAR/AMT (Federal Aviation Regulations/Aviation Maintenance Technician) in great detail. It is up to the individual Aviation Maintenance Technician Airframe and Power plant mechanic to adhere to and enforce these regulations. In addition partial responsibility lies upon the owner/operator of such aircraft to ensure these guidelines are met. Largely these controls are definitely respected and adhered to as any deviation from them is punishable by federal law. These are laws in every sense of the word. Unfortunately there are some people who may wish to make a “quick buck” by bending or breaking these regulations. They are often caught up with, yet occasionally some slip through the cracks. The greatest and most obvious benefit of these control mechanisms is that it ensures the safety of the pilots and passengers whom utilize these aircraft. The FAR/AMT Part 43.12 b also describes...
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...Ch. 4 Notes Situational Analysis - A process planners use, within time and resource constraints, to gather, interpret, and summarize all information relevant to the planning issue under consideration. Goal - A target or end that management desires to reach. Plans - The actions or means managers intend to use to achieve organizational goals. Scenario - A narrative that describes a particular set of future conditions. Tying plans to a firm’s financials is a key element of success. Bottom line is cost. Strategic planning - A set of procedures for making decisions about the organization’s long-term goals and strategies. Strategic goals - Major targets or end results relating to the organization’s long-term survival, value, and growth. Strategy - A pattern of actions and resource allocations designed to achieve the organization’s goals. Tactical planning - A set of procedures for translating broad strategic goals and plans into specific goals and plans that are relevant to a distinct portion of the organization, such as a functional area like marketing. Operational planning - The process of identifying the specific procedures and processes required at lower levels of the organization. Innovation - New ideas from managers throughout the organization can contribute to a plan’s effectiveness. Strategic management - A process that involves managers from all parts of the organization in the formulation and implementation of strategic goals and strategies...
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...Internal and External Factors Paper Avon Banks MGT/230 September 29, 2015 Zina Hampton Introduction It is so important that managers understand how to manage. This word manage is not just getting employees to conform to a specific thing or a standard. As a leader being able to manage involves planning and leading, organizing and controlling. A good leader or manager may not be able to hone these four areas as an expert right away, but with mentoring, training, and time from upper and middle management the excellence will come. Management is the process of working with people and resources to accomplish organizational goals. Good managers do those things both well and proficiently. To be successful is to accomplish organizational goals. To be good at your job is to achieve goals with minimal waste of resources, to effectively make the best use of money, time, equipment, and people. Internal and external factors has a lot to do with how a leader is able to function in management. In 2006 a study was done in Korea to determine the internal and external environmental factors associated with home nursing care (HNC). The study was done on eighty nine hospitals and was conducted to understand the impact the corresponding factors would have on performance. The study found out that the passion and the love the nurses had for caring for the elderly was significant. Considering the limited market size of Korea, illustrated that the significant factor for the development...
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...Decision Making Process Jeffrey Wentland MGT230 March 5th, 2013 Decision Making Process Decisions are a daily thing in life. After receiving this assignment and using a decision making process was a big decision. Trying to decide on how to write this paper required me to go through steps of the process. The steps used were very much similar to the one six step process in the textbook. The decision made would not have been any different because of the steps used were the same. Using the six step decision making process can be used in any situation of life. Steps Used in Decision Thinking about steps used in writing the paper for this assignment was first identifying the problem. The problem was how to write the paper by APA standards with the University of Phoenix. APA standards that were taught was 3rd person, so with this assignment and the questions asked directly to the student on a personal life decision being made brought into my mind what about first person. According Bateman and Snell (2011), the problem is recognizing it exists. The second step used in writing this paper was to generate alternatives solutions, by asking should I write in first or third person, knowing the University standards I tried to write one in the third person and this paper in first person. After conversation with another classmate I was still exploring alternatives. There were many solutions going through my head. These alternatives were all based on past experiences. As...
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...Decision Making Process MGT230 Decision Making Process I have made quite a few very involved decisions in the last several months. Four months ago I decided to move out of my home state to an entirely new area of the country. Four weeks after that, I decided to start a business that has kept me quite occupied since. For myself, I try to apply the steps of the decision making process to everything in my life. I have a reputation for overthinking everything before making a move. The greater the possible negative consequences of a given action sequence, the more I think about it. The Process In making the move across the country, I first came to the conclusion that it would be best for the furtherance of my education, business prospects, and personal life to do so. All of these things were determined to face a positive change if I relocated. Once it was conceptually a good decision, I had to semantically decide the finer points of the move; the when, where, and how of the issue. After evaluating all of the possible variables and alternatives, I came to conclusions and took action to make the move possible. After making the decision to move, where to do move, and when, I began implementing my decisions and going that direction. The move itself was the easy part, once the foundation had been built upon such deliberate thought, planning, and evaluation of options. No stone was initially left unturned, and therefore no surprises occurred in the process of the move. In fact, it...
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...Decision Making Process Tara Wagner MGT230 April 1, 2013 George DeMetropolis I can honestly say that most of the decisions that I have made over the years have been spur of the moment. I was never really that great at planning out any of my decisions that I made. Most of the spur of the moment decision that I have made turned out to be the right decisions at the time. One of my biggest decisions was joining the US Navy, which was a life changing decision. I did use most of the decision making process discussed in chapter 3 of the text book except for the first step. Generating alternative solutions is the second step of the process which involved me making two avenues to go down. One was joining the military and the second one would have been community college for nursing. If I could not join the military my alternative solution would have been community college. The third step of the decision making process is evaluating alternatives. Evaluating community college I would have had to take out student loans because I could not afford to pay for my tuition. That would have put me in debt before I even really started my life and that is not an avenue that I wanted to take. So I tried my hardest to qualify to enlist into the military if it was the last thing I did. The fourth step in the decision making process is to make the choice. The choice I...
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...Decisions Making Analysis Discussion Summary Maceline Michaud MGT230 July 6, 2015 Kathleen Dominick Decisions Making Analysis Discussion Summary To make a decision, you must face the reality of the current situation. Anne Mulcahy had to do so for Xerox when she step in as a CEO. Xerox was facing a possible bankruptcy and Mulcahy dove in to help the company rebuild again. Mulcahy had a vision and it was to keep the corporate culture intact. It was not an easy task as decisions had to be made. Clearly the CEO used the different stages of decision making to help Xerox to rebuild again without having to file bankruptcy. The stages of decision making are identifying and diagnosing the problem, generating alternative solutions, evaluating alternatives, making the choice, implementing the decision and evaluating the decision. Anne Mulcahy identified and diagnosed the problem of Xerox, which was expenses were too high, the profit margins were simply too low to return to profitability and the company had a debt of $18 billion. Bankruptcy was never a solution for the company and Mulcahy stated George (2008), “Bankruptcy is never a win” (para. 4). Generating and evaluating alternative solutions for Xerox was the key to rebuilding. Anne Mulcahy confronted the infrastructure by selling off pieces of Fuji Xerox, the company’s crown jewel and farmed out manufacturing to Flextronics. She also eliminate 28,000 jobs and billions in expenses which were...
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...Integrity in a Manager Linda Tualla MGT230 Karen Hatfield November 7, 2011 Integrity in a Manager It is often quoted “talent will get you in the door,” but the character is what allows you to remain. Fine professional values and solid ethical behavior encourage the building of a person’s character, which directly affects his or her career success. One such valuable attribute of our character is integrity. Integrity is essential to an excellent manager. Integrity is defined as “a quality of character requiring honesty and courage, a virtue necessary for trust, the most important quality desired in a leader” (Manning & Curtis, 2007, p. 398). When asked about their favorite manager, many people will agree on the traits that define integrity. Two primary responsibilities as managers are managing department functions and managing people. Balancing the two can already be difficult, but the major challenge would have to be managing the workforce. Employees look to managers for guidance, honest feedback, and leadership. Managers who guide with integrity give performance reviews with sincerity, honesty, and directness when providing feedback to their employees. Someone who conducts regular performance evaluations is considered someone who devotes the time to review employee performances on-the-job to prepare an objective and truthful evaluation. This manager is sincere with his or her employees about their strengths...
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...External/Internal factors Paper University of Phoenix Mgt230/ Management, Theory and Practice Prof. Gabriel Medina 7 de febrero 2015 During this essay i will be presenting how the internal and external factor affect the function of Management such as planning, organizing, leading and controlling. Also how the managers can use delegation to manage the factors and function listed. The administration is the process of planning, organizing, leading and controlling the resources and the work activities to achieve goals and objectives efficiently and effectively. Planning is made a choice about the goals and mission of the company. Organization is to determine which tasks to do, which makes them and where decisions are taken. Direction is the fact influence people to contribute to meeting the goals of an organization. Controlling is to measure individual and organizational performance to ensure that the facts adhere to plans. Sometimes occur internal and external factors that may affect these four functions. This is called a Micro and Macro factors. The Micro are the internal factors of the company affecting management processes, production processes, degree of technological apprehension raw material costs, level of defective parts, and generally all internal relationships to the company that affect its competitiveness. The Macro is the external factors companies that affect its competitiveness, security, national infrastructure...
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...Decision Making Analysis Discussion Summary MGT/230 09/07/2015 Decision Making Analysis Discussion When Ann Mulcahy became the CEO of Xerox she was born into an environment full of conflict and strife. Inheriting a disastrous mess and the company drowning in debt, she had to make bold, decisive decisions that took the company away from its’ entrenched way of doing things. Conflict was definitely one of the characteristics of management that Mulcahy dealt with when she became the acting CEO of Xerox. Mulcahy had been with the company for thirty years and had held various positions in human resources, sales, and was the creator and leader of a desk jet printer division. In the video it says that Mulcahy considered the people of Xerox to be her family. This fact must have taken a heavy toll when she needed to make decisions about cutting costs and restructuring the company. Within the first year of Mulcahy taking over she cut one billion in costs, and included in that one billion was the deskjet printer division that she herself created. Job elimination was certainly part of Mulcahy’s plan to reduce costs, the source material does not specify whether or not employees were repurposed to different divisions or if many were subject to straight layoffs or if it was a combination of the two. It was fortunate that Mulcahy had a wealth of knowledge of how different departments operated before she became CEO. Having a from the ground up background with the company undoubtedly gave...
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