...First and foremost, John Proctor fits Aristotle's definition of a tragic hero because he possesses a fatal flaw, in which is his excessive pride; or othe rwise known as hubris. As defined by dictionary.com, excessive pride is, “a feeling or deep pleasure or satisfaction derived from one’s own achievements, the achievements of those with whom one is closely associated, or from qualities or possessions that are widely admired.” John Proctor exemplifies his tragic flaw many times throughout the play; such as through the actions he makes, in which eventually lead to his demise. One of the most prominent points where John Proctor exhibits his excessive pride, or fatal flaw, is when he denies to sign his name under his “confession” to witchcraft....
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...MBA 6301, Business Ethics Course Syllabus Course Description Explores the role of individual, business, and government activities related to ethically responsible commerce and socially beneficial business activity. Prerequisites None Course Textbook Stanwick, P. A., & Stanwick, S. D. (2014). Understanding business ethics (2nd ed.). Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage. Course Learning Outcomes Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Analyze the concepts of business ethics from a personal and an organizational perspective. Assess the ethical issues facing business leaders. Evaluate and distinguish between the concepts of social responsibility, integrity, and business ethics. Explain the framework required to make ethical decisions in today's business environment and how it improves the business climate. Summarize how moral philosophies, on a corporate and individual level, influence ethical decision-making in business. Analyze the influence of corporate culture, including leadership, power, and motivation, on business ethics in the workplace. Explain the pressures that influence ethical decision making in the organization. Evaluate the need for ethical standards, codes of ethics and practices in business. Assess the auditing process to assure ethical practices are being followed. Analyze the role that culture plays in global business ethics. Credits Upon completion of this course, the students...
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...------------------------------------------------- Innovation at proctor and gamble Pritesh Tarte- 11906296 ------------------------------------------------- Innovation at proctor and gamble Pritesh Tarte- 11906296 Assignment 1 Assignment 1 I INDEX 1.Introduction to Proctor & Gamble ……………………..…….……………….3 2. Innovation at Proctor & Gamble……………………………………………...4 3. Connect & Develop Program & Open Innovation……………………………5 4. Voice of Customer……………………………………………………………6 5. Conclusion……………………………………………………………………7 6. References……………………………………………………………………8 1. Introduction to Proctor & Gamble ( P&G) William proctor and James Gamble established Proctor and Gamble in 1837 as a soap and candle company in Ohio USA. P &G has now developed into global manufacturing and marketing company of branded consumer products. Its markets are over 180 countries including America & Asia regions. Its Business is mainly into five segments. * Fabric & home Care * Beauty * Baby care * Family care * Health care & groom. The fabric care and home care compromises bleach and laundry additives, laundry detergents, pet care, dish care, fabric enhances and surface care products. Beauty care consist of cosmetics, deodorants, hair care & skin care, female personnel cleansing products, salon professional product. Baby care and family care contains products such as baby wipes, diapers, pant towels, tissues and toilet paper. The health care contains products...
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...Wages: Is There Really a Gender Pay Gap Abstract The wages used in the following research paper were taken from a population of 100 workers and divided by 12 descriptive statistics. The purpose of this research is to determine if there really is a gender gap with wages. The following descriptive statistics were used: wage, industry, occupation, education, location (from the south or not from the south), non-white, Hispanic, female, ex-military, marital status, age and Union. This research paper will include the problem statement, research question, hypothesis, definitions, presentation of data, conclusion, implication, recommendations and reference page. This research paper is composed from peer reviewed journals and references are available on the last page of this research paper. Wages – Is there really a Gender Pay Gap Introduction Is the United States work force still facing the issue of gender pay gap? According to The American Association of University Women (AAUW) it’s real, it’s persistent, and it’s undermining the economic security of American families. This research paper will define that there is indeed a pay gap between men and women working full time in the United States. (Linda D. Hallman, CAE AAUW Executive Director, 2012) Problem Statement The American Association of University Women (AAUW) has been on the front lines of the fight for pay equity since 1913. AAUW members were in the Oval Office when President...
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...1960’s, this way had worked due barriers to cross-border trade. This meant that the company could only supply goods to countries that bordered the one the products were manufactured in. This strategy began to fail primarily because the company’s costs were too high. By the 1980’s though, the barriers began to fall and the once national market slowly become a global market. As this happened the retailers that carried Proctor & Gamble’s products started demanding discounts, which undoubtedly P&G had to somehow provide. The company started off by closing many plants and focusing the manufacturing to exclusive ones they thought would understand the local economies. After this plan failed to lower costs, Proctor & Gamble made specific units to manufacture a certain category of products, for example, body care. Each branch, per se, was in charge of its only production, marketing, and distribution as they saw fit. Even though this plan caused more plants to close, it turned the company truly global causing their competitors to struggle. Questions: 1. The strategy Proctor & Gamble was pursuing in the years before the 1980’s was to manufacture all their know products in their hometown of Cincinnati. Then they would rely on smaller, independent companies...
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...Introduction The organization that was chosen for this project was Proctor and Gamble. This paper will touch on the global outlooks and strategies in which the CEO A.G. Lafley used. Lafley used these processes in conjunction with the five skills of discovery to promote growth within the company and to increase sales. This paper will discuss the different models that could be used to encourage innovation within Proctor and Gamble that will help innovative leaders in their roles and responsibilities. Lastly, this paper will also discuss how the information discussed correlates with the five skills of discovery. The leader’s actions will then be assessed and scored on how well they implemented change and shaped a culture that is more innovative in their organization. Supportive Leadership Model There is one model in particular that could be chosen to help increase the progression in the Proctor and Gamble organization. The Transformational leadership model could have been a great assesst in the development of new ideas in Proctor and Gamble. Proctor and Gamble first used the “closed innovation” model and then switched to the “open innovation” model to create growth within their organization. According to Venkatesh & Devi (2006), In 2003 Alan Lafley developed the “Connect and Development” model to generate ideas from scientist, engineers, and enterpauners and individuals outside the company. P&G already had some strong models in place to help with the change within their organization...
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...Proctor and Gamble Global Fabric & Home Care Corporate and Strategic Business Unit Model Strategy Introduction The purpose of this paper is to examine a Strategic Business Unit for its overall fit and alignment within its corporate environment. For this case study, the corporate parent must be a publically traded, multinational corporation with two or more strategic business units. The corporation that will be examined is Proctor and Gamble. This study will begin by understanding the parent corporation through its history, its basic or generic corporate strategy, the current structure of the corporation, and its overarching business model. The case study will then thoroughly examine the selected strategic business unit to include its value chain, strengths weaknesses opportunities and threats (SWOT), marketing and sales, comparison to competitors, stock trends and shareholder value. In order to complete this study the effects of corporate parenting strategy, an examination of its resources and capabilities, and review of recent and emerging trends within the industry must also be examined. However, before this paper can delve into Proctor and Gamble and its strategic business unit basic theory and business analysis techniques must be determined and defined. The different theories and analysis techniques that will be used are Value Chain Analysis, Corporate Parenting Analysis, SWOT Analysis, and analysis of corporate resources and capabilities. These will be...
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...Unit 1 MGMT305-1203A-02 Dee Cadwell June 12, 2012 Professor Anne Nelson Abstract The purpose of this paper is to show how companies us information systems to help manage business operations, show knowledge about computer networks, hardware, software, and database technologies. It will also evaluate how businesses use the Internet to their advantage for communicating with employees, working with other businesses and working with ecommerce businesses. What Is The Buzz On Smart Grids? The Smart grid is a class of technology that people are using to bring electricity delivery systems to the 21st century using computer based remote control and automation. Two way communication technology and computer processing make it possible and has been used by other business for years. The “grid” is the network that carries the electricity from the plant to the consumer. The grid is made up of transformers, substations, wires, switches and more. The “smart” entity is pretty much the same as the new “smart phones” and it basically saying that the grid is computerized. It includes a 2-way digital communication technological device. (Energy.gov, n.d.) Smart grids differ from the current electricity infrastructure because of the way the electricity is delivered to the consumer. The current grid does not explain how the power is distributed or used. The smart grid was developed to digitally save the consumer money by...
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...Matt Klaus Professor Firestone Com 4030 4 March 2012 Feminist Criminology, Aileen Wuornos, and the Future of Third Wave Feminism Crime committed by women is on the rise, especially in the area of violent crimes such as murder (Balfour’ 739). This has produced a new form of feminist studies in an area called feminist criminology. What hasn’t been studied as extensively is the question of why women kill. I argue that by using the individuality concept of third wave feminism and doing more research in the field of feminist criminology, patterns of criminal behavior may be established which may prevent severe female crime such as murder. This paper seeks to explain how advancing the study of feminist criminology is good for the U.S. legal system and could have changed the outcome for Aileen Wuornos. In this paper I will discuss what third wave feminism is, then I will discuss what feminist criminology is and how it applies to the Aileen Wuornos case, and lastly I will show that with advanced studies into the field of feminist criminology, odds of severe crimes committed by women could decrease. The third wave of feminism is not easily describable. However, it can be framed by saying that it is a movement that continues to advance the women’s rights agenda of the second wave (Zimmerman et al. 77). Unlike the second wave which was intended to give a voice to all women, the third wave tends to reflect more on the individual. By focusing on personal narratives, responsible...
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...Procter and Gamble Strategic Plan Paper LTA MGT 498 April 8, 2016 Robert Shereda Procter and Gamble Strategic Plan Paper The business world changes as often as the earth rotates around the sun. The way businesses remain successful is by choosing to embrace change, but wanting change is not enough. To stay competitive, a business must foresee change and adapt in a way that maintains profit, customers, and shareholder loyalty. Ways this will be achieved is through a carefully planned and implemented strategic plan. The strategic plan and other considerations for Procter and Gamble (P&G) will be outlined and detailed throughout this discussion. Importance of Proctor and Gamble having Strategic Plan For a company to be successful there needs to be a set of plans to achieve success. Strategic planning is geared toward specific results that a company needs to achieve and establishes a specific direction of action for goal attainment. Good strategic plans ensure that different departments of Proctor and Gamble work together to align themselves with the goals set by the business. Preparing a strategic plan is not a difficult task, it takes thought from the top all the way down to the employees, especially feedback from consumers concerning the company. Thought out strategic plan will span two to five years and details how the company will develop and succeed over that planning period. Procter and Gamble have created four divisions within the company to ensure...
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...Proctor & Gamble Making Everyday Life Better Executive Summary In the billion-dollar industry that is consumer packaged goods, one of two key giants is Proctor & Gamble (P&G), an Ohio-based company that specializes in consumer packaged products. Throughout this paper, I will show that P&G is a leading consumer packaged goods company with a very promising future ahead of them. I will discuss the market structure in which they operate, the marketing approaches that they use and conduct a brief financial analysis of the company. I will conclude by making several recommendations as to how the company can continue their successful growth pattern, including technological advances, response to consumer preferences, research and development (R&D) of new products and creating brand loyalty among their consumers. Company Overview P&G is a global leader in retail goods focused on providing branded consumer packaged goods of superior quality and value to their customers around the world. They began in Cincinnati Ohio as a small family-operated soap and candle company in 1837. Their products are sold in more than 180 countries and territories primarily through mass merchandisers, grocery stores, membership clubs stores, drug stores, department stores, salons and high-frequency stores. P&G produces nearly 300 different brands with annual sales of $84 billion. Popular brands include Pampers, Always, Bounty, Pantene, Zzzquil, Tide, and Downy. P&G have...
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...SAMPLE PAPER ACCORDING TO THE PUBLICATION MANUAL A Sample Paper According to the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, Your Name Your Affiliation -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A Sample 2 A Sample Paper According to the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, Fifth Edition, 2001 This sample paper will attempt to simplify the usage of the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, Fifth Edition, 2001. It is meant to be used primarily by the Valencia students enrolled in Professions of Caring, HSC1101 and should serve as an introduction to APA style. The sources cited in the Reference list do not exist, but do reflect the types of sources which might be used in a paper. The text of the paper is left-justified and double-spaced; this sample paper is single spaced to save space. The margins should be one inch on all sides. Use the tab key to indent paragraphs. This document does not indent paragraphs because of html coding; new paragraphs are indicated by a double space. New pages are indicated in this sample paper by a horizontal line. The title of the sample paper follows the format given on page 306 of the manual. As you prepare the title page, keep in mind the following requirements, starting from the top of the paper and working down. 1.The page number must be on all pages of the paper, including...
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...Business Proposal R. Michelle Thomas ECO/561 March 3, 2014 Nancy Irizarry Proctor & Gamble (P&G) is the world’s largest and most profitable consumer products company, with nearly $84 billion in sales and 25 billion-dollar brands. On February 20, 2014 P&G introduced another Swiffer product called The Sweep and Trap. P&G says The Sweep & Trap will make clean-up faster and easier. The Sweep & Trap picks up small and large particles in one swipe with no batteries, cords or power supply required (P&G, 2014). Business Proposal Market structure: P&G market structure is what is called Oligopoly; Oligopoly is a form of market where there is domination of a limited number of suppliers and sellers. P&G is the world’s largest consumer products company controlling over 90% of the market. In the consumer products market P&G is the leader and main competition to all other consumer product companies. At P&G a lot of time money and effort goes into product research and development and advertising is very important part of competition (P&G, 2014). Elasticity of the product(s): Over the last 10 years P&G has had to face some stiff competition from a handful of powerful low-priced retailers such as Wal-Mart, Target, and supermarket chains that offer private label brands or store brands. Because Procter & Gamble has the biggest portfolio of products in the household and personal care industry and generates over one...
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... PURCHASING FALL 2013 RESEARCH PAPER GUIDELINES The research paper will replace a final exam. The paper will be due by November 26th, submitted via Blackboard. Grades for papers received after November 26th will be reduced by 10 points per day (100 points maximum grade). Topics for the research paper may be one of the following: 1. A discussion with your point of view on a current purchasing or supply management issue, for example: - What should purchasing managers be doing to deal with fluctuating commodity prices in the future? - How has e-Procurement impacted Purchasing’s approach to negotiating with suppliers? - Should companies continue to use outsourcing as a key purchasing strategy? - What are companies doing to create sustainable purchasing and supply management processes and products? 2. Research on how a specific company has developed new strategies and/or techniques to its supply chain and supplier relationships. IBM, Wal Mart, or Proctor & Gamble might be good choices. 3. Research on a significant purchasing issue from the past. The story of I. Lopez who headed up Purchasing at both Volkswagen and then General Motors is a good example. Topics must be approved by me in advance. Submit a brief statement of the topic and what you intend to do in terms of fact gathering, literature investigation, etc. Topics should be submitted by October 1st. Your paper should be 8 - 10 type written...
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...Running Head: ETHICS IN DISTANCE EDUCATION Ethics in Distance Education Anna Amen Strayer University Ethics in Distance Education In today’s world, technology has had a major impact in allowing students to attend college courses over the internet. Distance Education, or Distance learning, is a form of education where the professor and student are separated by distance. This has become a very popular way of learning for students to either start or continue their education. With the use of computers, students are able to communicate over the internet with their professor over discussion boards, video conferencing, and chat rooms. Students have gained a huge interest in distance education since they are able to use these forms of communication through a computer instead of attending a traditional classroom. Distance education is mainly preferred by students because it is flexible, convenient and the variety and availability of classes offered. Students are able to attend classes online on their own time allowing them to work around school and family obligations. It also allows them to attend classes anywhere they are located as to having to be on campus to take classes. The classes that are not available on campus are available online along with many other classes a student can participate in. By having these types of advantages, it is no wonder how distance education is becoming increasingly popular among students and people who want to go back to school...
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