-Feagin-Chapter-5-Reflection

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one paragraph reflection on chapter 5

please you should know the book and the ” Theories “

Individual-Project-for-an-online-class

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You are in the role of project manager for a coffee franchise global expansion project. You plan to expand into three different countries. The magnitude of the project requires you to prepare for the project kickoff meeting and business negotiations with the project team who are potential partners from Mexico, China, and Saudi Arabia. You understand that these cultures are vastly different. They have different business customs, social protocols, and languages, so conducting business with each country requires a customized approach.

To prepare for your first outreach effort with each country, analyze the cultural similarities and differences that exist between the countries and the United States using Geert Hofstede’s Six Cultural Dimensions as discussed in class. Note that the three countries are characterized by collectivism while the United States has an individualist culture.

Create a bar graph and/or table that summarizes the key cultural dimension comparison. Then, compare and contrast each country according to your findings. Discuss the implications of the relative cultural dimensions. How might they impact managing the global expansion project? Remember that you are adapting your approach from a United States centric view. (400-600 words).

This assignment lays the foundation for IP4, where you will apply your findings to forming an effective global team.

Step One:

Visit Geert Hofstede Cultural Dimensions

Step Two:

Create a country comparison using the United States in first dropdown menu box to see the values for the six cultural dimensions. After selecting the United States, a second and a third country can be chosen in the second dropdown menu box. Keep the United States in the first box and then repeat for each country (Mexico, China, and Saudi Arabia) involved in the fast food expansion project to see a comparison of their scores.

Step Three:

Create a bar graph and/or table to highlight how the four countries compare to the United States by using the value scores under the comparison to create the bar chart. How to make a bar chart on Microsoft Word:

  1. Click “Insert” tab
  2. Click “Chart” in the Illustrations Group
  3. Select “Bar”
  4. Click “OK” to insert a chart and a spreadsheet will open alongside your Word document. The spreadsheet contains sample figures surrounded by a blue border. Column “A” contains data labels. The remaining columns contain data.
  5. Click a corner of the border. Drag it down or up to add or remove items from the graph.

Step Four:

Using your findings:

  • Explain Hofstede’s cultural dimensions.
  • Using the United States as a basis for comparison, evaluate each country’s similarities and differences relative to the franchise business deployment.
  • Discuss the implications for your initial communications within each country. For example, what is the impact of collectivism relative to individualism regarding management communication? Use Intellipath, MUSE, Beyond the Book. Live Chats and the CTU Library to help identify cultural characteristics that will be important during your first project meeting with each country.

E-prescribing-pros-and-cons

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E-prescribing is the transmission of prescription or prescription-related information using electronic media between a prescriber, dispenser, pharmacy benefit manager, or health plan, either directly or through an intermediary, including an e-prescribing network.

In an effort to understand the benefits and cautions about e-prescribing, conduct thorough research. For your assignment, create a 4- to 5-page report in Microsoft Word document consisting of your research findings covering your responses to the following questions:

  • Evaluate three pros and three cons of e-prescribing.
  • Summarize the e-prescription standards as described by the National Council for Prescription Drug Programs.
  • Evaluate the projected cost and time savings as estimated by the United States Department of Health and Human Services.
  • Comment on the controversy surrounding the 2013 e-prescribing penalty.

Support your responses with examples.

Cite any sources in APA format.

reflex-about-two-questions

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in this file, there is two questions, write a reflex about them and then answer questions a and b for both of them.

Can you help me with my history discussion board?

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Directions: Please use your textbook to answer the discussion questions/prompt. The more details, critical thinking, and analysis you include to write your responses, the more points you will likely get. You are graded on the originality of your response, the depth, and analysis you provide. Please remember to cite your sources/page numbers in both your responses and peer responses. PLEASE Include at least 3 Key Terms from the chapters in your response (at least one key term per question, you could use more).

Online Discussion 3

Ch 4: Explain the causes of the independence movements discussed in Chapter 4. Were any of these ideas inspired by the French Revolution?

Chapter 5: What difficulties did Latin American countries face throughout the 1830’s and 1840’s?

Chapter 6: The title of the chapter is “Progress, ” what do you think this entails? Progress for whom and why? Also, what was the transportation revolution in Latin America?

ROI data set

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For these project assignments throughout the course you will need to reference the data in the ROI Excel spreadheet. Download it here.

Using the ROI data set:

  1. For each of the 2 majors test the hypothesis at the 5% significance level:
    • The mean ‘Cost’ for a college is $160,000. Be sure to interpret your results.
  2. For Business versus Engineering majors conduct a two sample test of the hypothesis at the 10% significance level (assume the variances are not equal):
    • The average ’30-Year ROI’ for Business majors is less than for Engineering Majors. Be sure to interpret your results.

    For each of the two majors:

    1. Draw the scatter diagram of Y = ‘Annual % ROI’ against X = ‘Cost’.
    2. Obtain b0 and b1 of the regression equation defined as y ̂ = b0 + b1X and the coefficient of determination (r2) from the Excel regression output.
    3. Draw the fitted regression line on the scatter diagram.
    4. Calculate the estimated ‘Annual % ROI’ when the ‘Cost’ (X) is $160,000.
    5. Test the hypothesis:
      • H0: β1 = 0
      • Ha: β1 ≠ 0
    6. Write a paragraph or more on any observations you make about the regression estimates, coefficient of determination, the plots, and the results of your hypothesis tests.

Time Value of Money: Annuity Cash Flow

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Please follow the instructions in the assessment instructions.

Overview

Respond to four questions and solve three computational problems about time value of money (TMV) as it applies to annuity cash flows.

You know how the TVM concept as applies to single cash flow. However, in real life you will come across financial applications that require multiple or annuity cash flows. That is why it is important to know how to apply the TVM concept to annuity cash flows; for example, how to amortize a mortgage or car loan.

By successfully completing this assessment, you will demonstrate your proficiency in the following course competencies and assessment criteria:

  • Competency 1: Evaluate the global financial environment.
    • Explain why a saver would prefer more or less frequent interest compounding periods.
    • Explain the purpose of an amortization schedule.
  • Competency 2: Define finance terminology and its application within the business environment.
    • Describe uses of an amortization schedule.
    • Explain why interest paid in the early years of a home mortgage is more helpful in reducing taxes than interest paid in later years.
    • Explain the differences between an ordinary annuity and an annuity due.Assessment Instructions

Respond to the questions and complete the problems.

Questions

In a Word document, respond to the following. Number your responses 1–4.

  1. Explain whether you would you rather have a savings account that paid interest compounded on a monthly basis or compounded on an annual basis? Why?
  2. Describe what an amortization schedule is and its uses. Explain the purpose of an amortization schedule.
  3. Interest on a home mortgage is tax deductible. Explain why interest paid in the early years of a home mortgage is more helpful in reducing taxes than interest paid in later years.
  4. Explain the difference between an ordinary annuity and an annuity due.

Use references to support your responses as needed. Be sure to cite all references using correct APA style. Your responses should be free of grammar and spelling errors, demonstrating strong written communication skills.

Problems

In either a Word document or Excel spreadsheet, complete the following problems.

  • You may solve the problems algebraically, or you may use a financial calculator or an Excel spreadsheet.
  • If you choose to solve the problems algebraically, be sure to show your computations.
  • If you use a financial calculator, show your input values.
  • If you use an Excel spreadsheet, show your input values and formulas.

In addition to your solution to each computational problem, you must show the supporting work leading to your solution to receive credit for your answer.

  1. If interest rates are 8 percent, what is the future value of a $400 annuity payment over six years? Unless otherwise directed, assume annual compounding periods.
    • Recalculate the future value at 6 percent interest and 9 percent interest.
  2. If interest rates are 5 percent, what is the present value of a $900 annuity payment over three years? Unless otherwise directed, assume annual compounding periods.
    • Recalculate the present value at 10 percent interest and 13 percent interest.
  3. What is the present value of a series of $1150 payments made every year for 14 years when the discount rate is 9 percent?
    • Recalculate the present value using discount rate of 11 percent and 12 percent.

Write-a-personal-essay-that-analyzes-in-which-a-particular-experience-contributed-to-present-interest-and-attitude-towards-life

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Write a personal essay that analyzes in which a particular experience contributed to present interest and attitude towards life.

I wrote the main points from my life and attached them. Please correct and expand. Thanks

Elementary and Intermediate Algebra, management homework help

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Read the following instructions in order to complete this discussion, and review the exampleof how to complete the math required for this assignment:

  1. Think of something you want or need for which you currently do not have the funds. It could be a vehicle, boat, horse, jewelry, property, vacation, college fund, retirement money, or something else. Pick something which cost somewhere between $2000 and $50,000.
  2. On page 270 of Elementary and Intermediate Algebra you will find the “Present Value Formula,” which computes how much money you need to start with now to achieve a desired monetary goal. Assume you will find an investment which promises somewhere between 5% and 10% interest on your money and you want to purchase your desired item in 12 years. (Remember that the higher the return, usually the riskier the investment, so think carefully before deciding on the interest rate.)
  3. State the following in your discussion:
    • The desired item
    • How much it will cost in 12 years
    • The interest rate you have chosen to go with from part b
  4. Set up the formula and work the computational steps one by one, explaining how each step is worked, especially what the negative exponent means. Explain what the answer means.
  5. Does this formula look familiar to any other formulas you are aware of? If so, which formula(s) and how is it similar?
  6. Incorporate the following five math vocabulary words into your discussion. Use boldfont to emphasize the words in your writing (Do not write definitions for the words; use them appropriately in sentences describing your math work.):
    • Power
    • Reciprocal
    • Negative exponent
    • Position
    • Rules of exponents

Your initial post should be 250 words in length.

I have attach a copy of the page 270 of Elementary and Intermediate Algebra you will find the “Present Value Formula.

Reaction-paper-to-terrorist-groups-

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Read article and write a 1 1/2 page reaction paper on the Islamic terrorists article in APA format.