As we have been talking about “Math and the MBA” many of you have mentioned the importance of understanding profit/loss, break-even, inventory, etc. to be an effective manager.

There are many mathematical algorithms which are used to solve key business problems. UPS uses many algorithms to optimize the delivery of their packages. The following article Wohlsen (2013) discusses the algorithms behind UPS’s new delivery routing system and the estimated savings from this system.

https://www.wired.com/2013/06/ups-astronomical-mat…

Can any of you provide another example where a mathematical algorithm is used to make key business decisions? Either in real-time or for long-term planning?

Ref:

Wohlsen, Marcus (June 13, 2013). The Astronomical Math Behind UPS’ New Tool to Deliver Packages Faster. Retrieved from Wired.com.

Please answer:

1. How important is it that you learn to use mathematics to solve problems

2. How valuable is an MBA degree without the ability to identify the cost of a company’s capital, its return on investment, gross margin percentage, break-even point, or what percent of a population would be willing to buy its product?

PART 2

An easy way to remember the order of operations is with the acronym PEDMAS (Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication, Division, Addition, and Subtraction).

The following 2-minute video provides a good refresher for this important concept in math.

https://www.lynda.com/Higher-Education-tutorials/Order-operations/461916/478105-4.html

Ref:

Kotchian, Vince (March 11, 2016). Integers: Factors, multiples, and remainders. GRE Test Prep. Retrieved fromLynda.com.

Follow the instructions

Directions:View the movie What’s Eating Gilbert Grape and summarize:

1.Briefly summarize the plot of the film What’s Eating Gilbert Grape.Just give me an idea of what it is about; don’t tell me the entire story, scene by scene.Do not cut and paste this section from a movie review web site or the back of the movie or book.That would-be plagiarism.

2.Give a brief character description of the two or three most important characters in the film What’s Eating Gilbert Grapeand tell how they fit into the story (age, gender, relationship to other characters, character traits).

3.Identify two (2) communication problems that occur between characters in the book or film.

• misperception, self-concept, self-esteem, conflict approaches, nonverbal communication, language, emotions, etc.).Use any of the concepts identified in Chapters 1 – 12 of your text.
• Give specific examples from the film that illustrates the problems you have selected.Your examples will illustrate your understanding of the communication concepts.
• Describe how communication was used to solve or escalate the problems that you identified.In other words, how did the characters choose to deal with the problem and what was the result?

4.Explain what you learned from analyzing the communication problems in What’s Eating Gilbert Grape.

• Explain how the communication problems in What’s Eating Gilbert Grape are similar to problems you have faced in your own life.
• If this movie made you aware of weaknesses in your own communication skills, explain what you can do to improve these skills.

Format

• This paper must be typed.
• This paper must be at least four pages .
• This paper must be readable.Be sure to proofread it and use spell check on your computer.
• Use the 4 headings to format your paper: Summary, Character Description, Communication Problems, Lessons Learned.

To Play or Not to Play?

Video games are one of the many tools industrialized societies use to teach children the technological and intellectual skills they will need as adults. It is argued that playing video games fosters good spatial cognition, visual-spatial organization, executive functioning skills, attention, problem-solving skills, creativity, and the experience of a variety of emotions (Granic, Lobel, Rutger, & Engels, 2013). Many of these areas of functioning have great practical and real-world benefit. Alternatively, there are societal concerns about the violent content of some video games. Violent video games have detrimental effects on children’s behavior and development in a number of ways, which include increased levels of aggression, game addiction, sedentary lifestyle, and isolation (Kirsh, 2003). This information can help you develop your personal framework of play as it relates to video games and your future work with children.

To prepare for this assignment, review this week’s Instructor Guidance and the required readings. Create your assignment to meet the content and written communication expectations below.

Content Expectations

• Introduction (1.5 points): Write one to two paragraphs in which you introduce the scope and organization of your paper.
• Position (5 points): State if you feel the potential gain in cognitive skills outweighs the potential hazard of exposing children to the very realistic portrayals of violence found in many video games using scholarly sources to support your position.
• Conclusion (1.5 points): Write one to two paragraphs in which you summarize the major points of your paper.

Written Communication Expectations

• Page Requirement (.5 points): Two-to-three pages, not including the title and references pages.
• APA Formatting (.5 points): Use APA formatting consistently throughout the assignment as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
• Syntax and Mechanics (.5 points): Display meticulous comprehension and organization of syntax and mechanics such as spelling and grammar.
• Source Requirement (.5 points): Reference three scholarly sources in addition to the course text to provide compelling evidence to support your ideas. All sources on the references page need to be used and cited correctly within the body of your assignment.

Please answer question 1-7 use proper paraphrasing and references also cite and can you put the reference for each under the answer of each questions thank you. FOR QUESTION 3 IT’S A LINK BELOW IT BEFORE ANSWERING THE QUESTION.

1.As we have been discussing, we want to openly value diversity and welcome individual cultures. Yet, we know to some degree we need everyone to come together as one to meet common objectives. How can leaders do both without negatively impacting either?

It seems clear there are benefits for achieving diversity. Yet it continues to be a problem. True enough, there are cultural and historical elements that stand in the way. Unfortunately, best intentions are not enough to enact change. So, what can we do? Consider the action-oriented suggestions in this article: GETTING BEYOND GOOD INTENTIONS TO BRING ABOUT DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE.

2. Do you think any of those suggestions can enact change or are they more intention based only? What specific steps should companies take to ensure their workplaces represent diversity in a way that leads to a productive – not an image-building only – outcome?

3.The more they work together the more they start to see the value from having people from different backgrounds. You will get a lot of different ideas or ways of looking at something that will give your team a competitive edge.” Being sure to include team members and valuing diversity are true key characteristics for any leader to embrace and practice. The question becomes what is the best way to do that? And, where does it start and stop? Specifically, the leader can certainly set the tone, but it takes the entire team to ensure everyone feels value and included.Consider the tips in this article from the perspective of what employees can do. What should the leader do to encourage and sustain this type of employee empowerment? http://www.diversityjournal.com/14154-10-ways-employees-can-support-diversity-inclusion/

4. As more women come into the workforce and take on more leadership roles, what impact will that have on different generations of workers? What challenges still remain for women in leadership positions?

5.There are statistics that validate and expand upon Dustin’s claim: WOMEN AND LEADERSHIP. Although we can blame social history and pressures, should we be letting organizations off the hook? Consider what this company did to put its money where its mouth is: STARTING WITH EQUAL PAY.What would prevent other companies from acting like Salesforce, Inc. after getting past its initial denial?

6.What are the steps to leadership and self-leadership?

7.Compare and contrast groups and teams. Provide an example of an effective team. What are the elements that contribute to its success?

In this assignment,you will demonstrateyour mastery of the following course outcomes:

 Determine patterns and trends present in criminal justice data that inform data-driven decision making regarding contemporary criminal justice issues

 Determine appropriate research that supports decision making regarding contemporary criminal justice issues

 Employ strategic methods used by leaders in the field of criminal justice for informing the decision-making process of data-driven solutions

 Propose data-driven solutions that address contemporary issues in criminal justice agencies

 Communicate to diverse audiences data-driven recommendations that address contemporary criminal justice issues using best practices of the field

Prompt

For your final project, you will assume the role of a leader within a criminal justice organization of your choice. Based on your chosen scenario, you will be presented with a specific challenge faced by your organization that is emblematic of widerissues incontemporary criminal justice. Your task is to develop an evidence-based solution for the problem, which will be articulated in a formal solution proposal to be presented to your organization’s leadership team. You will be given information (includingthisdata set) foryour scenario, but you must also conduct your own research on comparable organizations and trends in the field to determine opportunities and external threats. You will use the data, your research, and your knowledge of theory to develop an informed, data-driven solution to the issue. Finally, you will conclude your solution proposal by identifying internal and external audiences for your solution and creating examples of targeted communications for disseminating your ideas.

Based on the best available data and research, what is the ideal solution for addressing the challenge facing your organization?

Specifically, you must address the critical elementslisted below. Mostof the critical elements align with a particular course outcome (shown in brackets).

I. Introduction: In this section, establish a context that provides your audience with any background information that is necessary for understanding your proposal.

Theory and Methods: In this section, explain the
theoretical frameworks that underpin your analysis and proposed solution.

a) Identify foundational criminology theories that apply
to your chosen organization and the challenge it faces. Draw connections
between the theories and the specific context that will ultimately support your
analysis and your proposed solution.

b) Examine the strategic methods used by leaders in the
field for approaching problems such as yours. For example, what do the current
best practices in the field suggest in terms of researching and investigating
the issue? Highlight methods that support your proposal.

c) Similarly, identify best practices in the field for communicating
with diverse audiences. Illustrate these practices with specific examples that
will ultimately support your communication plan.

III. Literature Review: In this section, present all of
the evidence that you have analyzed (including the provided data and your
independent research) and that will support your proposed solution.

a) Data Analysis: Using the provided data, determine any
patterns and trends that are present. What meaning and significance can you
glean from the data?

b) Research: Present your research on the issue that
builds on the patterns and trends you identified in the data. For example, are
there prior solutions that similar organizations have implemented in addressing
this type of issue? What meaning and significance can youglean from your
research?

c) Root Causes: Based on your data analysis and
independent research, explain what you believe to be the root causes of the
issue. Logically justify your conclusion using the evidence.

IV. Proposal: In this section, present and defend your
plan for solving the issue facing your organization.

a) Solution:

i. Based on your theoretical framework and your analysis
and research, propose a solution that effectively addresses the issue.

ii. Illustrate your proposal with the specific steps that
the organization would need to take in order to properly execute the solution.

iii. Recommend strategic methods that leadership of the
organization could apply in effectively implementing your proposed solution.

b) Defense:

i. Explain how your solution will improve the situation
for both your organization and the community that is affected by the issue. Use
specific examples to illustrate.

ii. Explain how the data you analyzed and the trends you
identified have guided you to this solution. In other words, how did your
analysis of the data inform your decision making? Use specific examples to
illustrate.

iii. Explain how your research led you to this solution.
In other words, how did the evidence in your research inform your decision
making? Use specific examples to illustrate.

V. Communication Plan: In this section, explain how you
will disseminate the key ideas of your proposal.

a) Determine who the key internal and external audiences
for your proposal are, and explain how you would present the information to
them. Your communication plan should reflect the best practices in the field,
as discussed in your Theory and Methods section.

b) Choose one internal audience and develop a sample
communication for them regarding your proposed solution. Be sure that your
communication is appropriate for this audience and is aligned with best
practices in the field.

c) Choose one external audience and develop a sample
communication for them regarding your proposed solution. Be sure that your
communication is appropriate for this audience and is aligned with best
practices in the field.

VI. References: In this section, cite all of your sources
using APA formatting and guidelines.

Guidelines for Submission: Your solution proposal should
be 10–12 pages in length (plus a cover page and references) and should be
written in APA format. Use double spacing, 12-point Times New Roman font, and
one-inch margins.