Segmented information and reporting requirements, assignment help

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Suppose that management is considering preparing segmented information but is

unsure on how to identify a segment and is unsure on why the information is

important. Outline a brief memo to management explaining the importance of

segmented information, and create an action plan on the main steps management

should take to identify a segment. Also, provide your opinion on the effect

segmented information will have on the company’s financial disclosure.

  • Speculate as to why there has been an increase in reporting requirements in the last ten (10) years. Also, give your opinion on whether the increase in reporting requirements has improved investors’ and creditors’ confidence in corporations. Provide at least two (2) specific examples of improvements to support your opinion

    • 400-500 words Essay financial reports for internal users, such as managers Ratio Analysis

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    the instructions carefully before starting. Cover all the below mentioned requirements.

    Purpose of Assignment
    This week’s focus is on the preparation of financial reports for internal users, such as managers. This case study applies the concepts of managerial accounting, through comparative and ratio analysis, and requires students to identify financial data needed by managers for decision making.

    Resources
    Ratio Analysis Grading Guide
    Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), U.S. Securities and Exchange Committee (SEC)
    Scenario Worksheet Tutorial help on Excel and Word functions can be found on the Microsoft Office website. There are also additional tutorials via the web offering support for Office products.

    Assignment Steps
    Scenario    : You are a loan officer for White Sands Bank of Taos. Paul Jason, president of P. Jason Corporation, has just left your office. He is interested in an 8-year loan to expand the company’s operations. The borrowed funds would be used to purchase new equipment. As evidence of the company’s debt-worthiness, Jason provided you with facts (available in the attached Scenario Worksheet). Jason is a very insistent (some would say pushy) man. When you told him you would need additional information before making your decision, he acted offended and said, “What more could you possibly want to know?” You responded you would, at minimum, need complete, audited financial statements.

    Description

     

     

    Purpose of Assignment

    This week’s focus is on the preparation of financial reports for internal users, such as managers. This case study applies the concepts of managerial accounting, through comparative and ratio analysis, and requires students to identify financial data needed by managers for decision making.

    About Your Signature Assignment

    This signature assignment is designed to align with specific program student learning outcome(s) in your program. Program Student Learning Outcomes are broad statements that describe what students should know and be able to do upon completion of their degree. The signature assignments may be graded with an automated rubric that allows the University to collect data that can be aggregated across a location or college/school and used for program improvements.

    Assignment Steps

    Resources: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), U.S. Securities and Exchange Committee (SEC)

    Tutorial help on Excel® and Word functions can be found on the Microsoft® Office website. There are also additional tutorials via the web offering support for Office products.

    Scenario: You are a loan officer for White Sands Bank of Taos. Paul Jason, president of P. Jason Corporation, has just left your office. He is interested in an 8-year loan to expand the company’s operations. The borrowed funds would be used to purchase new equipment. As evidence of the company’s debt-worthiness, Jason provided you with the following facts:

    2017 2016
    Current Ratio 3.1 2.1
    Asset Turnover 2.8 2.2
    Net Income Up 32% Down 8%
    Earnings per Share $3.30 $2.50

    Jason is a very insistent (some would say pushy) man. When you told him you would need additional information before making your decision, he acted offended and said, “What more could you possibly want to know?” You responded you would , at minimum, need complete, audited financial statements.

    Develop a minimum 700-word examination of the financial statements and include the following:

    • Explain why you would want the financial statements to be audited.
    • Discuss the implications of the ratios provided for the lending decision you are to make. That is, does the information paint a favorable picture? Are these ratios relevant to the decision? State why or why not.
    • Evaluate trends in the performance of P. Jason Corporation. Identify each performance measure as favorable or unfavorable and explain the significance of each.
    • List three other ratios you would want to calculate for P. Jason Corporation, and in your own words explain in detail why you would use each.
    • As the loan officer, what else would you do to gain a better understanding of Paul Jason’s, and the Corporation’s financial picture and why?
    • Based on your analysis of P. Jason Corporation, will you recommend approval for the requested loan? Provide specific details to support your decision.

    Format the assignment consistent with APA guidelines.

    Develop a minimum 500-word examination of the financial statements and include the following:

    • Explain why you would want the financial statements to be audited.
    • Discuss the implications of the ratios provided for the lending decision you are to make. That is, does the information paint a favorable picture? Are these ratios relevant to the decision? State why or why not.
    • Evaluate trends in the performance of P. Jason Corporation. Identify each performance measure as favorable or unfavorable and explain the significance of each.
    • List three other ratios you would want to calculate for P. Jason Corporation, and in your own words explain in detail why you would use each.
    • As the loan officer, what else would you do to gain a better understanding of Paul Jason’s, and the Corporation’s financial picture and why?
    • Based on your analysis of P. Jason Corporation, will you recommend approval for the requested loan? Provide specific details to support your decision.

    Format the assignment according to APA guidelines.

    Provide an overview of two brands of ERP software to the executive

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    Now that you have formed a decision-making team, the executive has asked the team to create a decision tree for the implementation of ERP software. Research two brands of ERP software that Smitheford could use to improve its performance. In the decision tree, analyze the possible effects that the implementation of each brand of ERP software may have on Smitheford’s operations. In a single word document, address the following:

    Provide an overview of two brands of ERP software to the executive.

    Create a decision tree diagram that includes both brands of ERP software, analyzes key implementation questions, and describes the action outcomes for the executive.

    Using the decision tree diagram that you created, choose one brand of ERP software to recommend to the executive and describe why it should be implemented.

    Deliverable Length: 3-4 pages total. APA format. Please include references and in-text citations.

    Length 3 – 4 pages total

     

    Now that you have formed a decision-making team, the executive has asked the team to create a decision tree for the implementation of ERP software. Research two brands of ERP software that Smitheford could use to improve its performance. In the decision tree, analyze the possible effects that the implementation of each brand of ERP software may have on Smitheford’s operations. In a single word document, address the following:

    • Provide an overview of two brands of ERP software to the executive.
    • Create a decision tree diagram that includes both brands of ERP software, analyzes key implementation questions, and describes the action outcomes for the executive.
    • Using the decision tree diagram that you created, choose one brand of ERP software to recommend to the executive and describe why it should be implemented.

    Description

     

    Length 3 – 4 pages total Now that you have formed a decision-making team, the executive has asked the team to create a decision tree for the implementation of ERP software. Research two brands of ERP software that Smitheford could use to improve its performance. In the decision tree, analyze the possible effects that the implementation of each brand of ERP software may have on Smitheford’s operations. In a single word document, address the following: • Provide an overview of two brands of ERP software to the executive. • Create a decision tree diagram that includes both brands of ERP software, analyzes key implementation questions, and describes the action outcomes for the executive. • Using the decision tree diagram that you created, choose one brand of ERP software to recommend to the executive and describe why it should be implemented.

    need help please

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    n:

    Deliverable Length: 5-paragraph essay in APA style

    Course Objectives:

    • Define key literary terms, such as plot, character, setting, point of view, figurative language, symbolism, and style.

    Library Research Assignment

    For
    this assignment you will create a 5-paragraph essay written in third
    person detailing the plot development of one of the short stories from
    this week’s reading list. For this paper you will be focusing on the
    five stages of plot development: Exposition, Rising Action, Climax,
    Falling Action, and Resolution. Use the library and textbook to conduct
    research on plot development. You should define each of the five stages
    of plot development in your own words and provide examples from the
    story (directly quoted or paraphrased) to support your ideas.

    The essay will include the following 5 paragraphs (paragraphs are at least 3 sentences each):

    • Introductory paragraph.
      In your introductory paragraph you will hook the reader, name the title
      of the short story, and provide the author’s full name. Your paragraph
      will end with a thesis that introduces the purpose of the paper.
    • Body Paragraph #1. Exposition: define the term and discuss the characters, the setting, and the situation at the start of the story. Rising Action: define the term and discuss the conflict, obstacle, or destabilizing event.
    • Body Paragraph #2. Climax: define the term and discuss the most intense moment of the story.
    • Body Paragraph #3. Falling Action: define the term and discuss the release of tension or a “twist” in the story. Resolution: define the term and discuss how the conflict is resolved at the end of the story.
    • Concluding Paragraph. Your conclusion should restate your purpose, summarize your main ideas, and leave the reader with a closing thought.

    Social Psychology Studies

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    Social Psychology Studies

    Use the Internet to find five psychology studies being conducted at places in other parts of the world. Read the study information. For each of the five studies, provide the following:

    • Name of the institution conducting the study
    • Where the institution is located
    • Objectives of the study and if there is any monetary compensation for participation

    Create a report in a 1- to 2-page Microsoft Word document, including the answers to the following questions:

    • Which studies were the most interesting? Why?
    • Which study would you not want to participate in? Why?

    Submission Details:

    • Support your responses with examples.
    • Cite any sources in APA format.

    Develop a 3-4 page training manual for new hires to understand income statements, balance sheets

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    OVERVIEW: Develop a training manual (3-4 pages) to ensure new hires have a solid understanding of income statements, balance sheets, and the elements that go into them. Refer to the scoring guide attached for guidance.

    RESOURCES:

    • U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) website.
    • Marshall, D., McManus, W., & Viele, D. (2017). Accounting: What the numbers mean (11th ed.). New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Education. Available from the bookstore.
      • The following chapters cover financial statement basics:
      • Chapter 5, “Accounting for and Presentation of Current Assets,” pages 134–165.
      • Chapter 6, “Accounting for and Presentation of Property, Plant, and Equipment and Other Noncurrent Assets,” pages 182–213.
      • Chapter 7, “Accounting for and Presentation of Liabilities,” pages 228–255.

    INSTRUCTIONS: Use a firm or scenario of your choosing. Before choosing a company, read the assessment thoroughly to ensure:

    • The company fits the assessment requirements.
    • You have access to the financial statement’s summary of significant accounting policies and the Note disclosures from which you are drawing your materials. Include this information in the appendix for reference.
    • You can distribute the data without disclosing confidential company information.
    • Training Materials

    As you prepare your training materials use the examples you collected from the company’s Notes to financial documents to illustrate how you address the following items:

    Explain how one or more of the following costs are captured:

    • Advertising.
    • Store opening. If store opening costs were capitalized, over what time period would you amortize them? Explain why you selected this time period.
    • Website development.
    • Analyze the importance of Notes to financial statements in interpreting financial statements.
    • Explain how the accounting method the company uses affects the financial statements.
    • Explain how the financial statements would differ if another method were used to capture the costs.
    • If you have a preference for capitalizing or expensing these costs, explain why it is your preference.

    Deliverable Format

    Leadership has asked that you develop either a training deck or a training manual that you will use with John and that can be deployed with other new hires as well. Regardless of the format selected, the information should address the points identified above and with detailed explanations within the notes areas of slides or within the training manual text. It will also be helpful to include information in regard to why each item is important to the organization as well as the success of the new district manager.

    To use your time and John’s time wisely, be conscientious about providing thorough yet concise information. These materials are expected to be used by others for future training needs, so make sure they are well organized and clear.

    Training materials requirements:

    • 3–4 pages for a training manual.
    • Related company standards.
    • The training manual is a professional document and should therefore follow the corresponding MBA Academic and Professional Document Guidelines, including single-spaced paragraphs.
    • Title page.
    • References page.
    • Appendix with supporting materials. If you are using a firm or scenario of your choosing, ensure faculty has sufficient information to understand how you reached your recommendation.
    • At least two APA-formatted references

    Constitution of the United States vests the “executive power” of government in the President of the United States (Article II, federall government (paper revision

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    The Constitution of the United States vests
    the “executive power” of government in the President of the United States
    (Article II).  By contrast, only specific legislative powers are granted
    to Congress under the Constitution (Article I). 

    -What
    conflicts do these two distributions of power give rise to with regard to the
    President’s role as “Commander and Chief”?

    I will
    need this is in the following format:

    -word
    document

    -twelve
    pitch

    -double
    spaced

    -1
    cover page / 1.5 – 2 pages of information / additional page listing all sources

    -insert
    footnotes as needed

    please include three powers that the Congress has to
    check the President’s wartime authority: 1)Congress has the power to fund or
    not to fund military operations; 2)Congress has the power to declare war or
    pass a resolution that authorizes military operations; 3)Congress’ power of
    oversight allows for it to conduct investigations of the President as well as
    to keep tabs on how the President is prosecuting a war, etc. 

    Discussion 1: Trustworthiness in Qualitative Research

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    Understanding the strategies that have been developed to address issues of trustworthiness is the first step. The second step is considering “how could I do that in my own research?” It is important to recognize that it may not be feasible for you, as a novice researcher, to implement all possible strategies.

    For this Discussion, you will examine quality, trustworthiness, and credibility in qualitative research and provide specific techniques and strategies.

    To prepare for this Discussion:

    • Review Chapter 11 of the Ravitch and Carl course text and the Shenton article related to trustworthiness in qualitative research.
    • Use the Course Guide and Assignment Help to search for an article related to trustworthiness and/or quality in qualitative research.

    By Day 3

    Post an explanation of how you ensure the quality, trustworthiness, and credibility of your qualitative research. Provide examples of specific techniques and strategies. Use your Learning Resources as well as the article you found in your search to support your explanation. Use proper APA format, citations, and referencing.

    From a main topic, you will research and report your findings on a specific sub-topic.

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    MAIN TOPIC: Environmental econocmics

    SUPPORT MATERIALS: Please refer to our suggest book: Write, Present, Create: Science Communication for Undergraduates, before beginning your literature review paper (on a sub-topic of your main topic).

    PAPER TOPIC: From your main topic, you will research and report your findings on a specific sub-topic. You must paraphrase all of your research. This is an activity to test your ability at finding scholarly research articles, reading those articles, understanding those articles and putting the information you found into your own words in a coherent example of written communication. The process should go like this:

    1.Research peer reviewed journals through sjlibrary.org (My favorite databases are JSTOR and Science Direct – Please see the Research Methods lecture for more information

    2.While reading these journal papers, pay special attention to the Abstract, Introduction, Background/Significance and Discussion sections. Take your own notes, do not just highlight.

    3.Drawing upon your research, gather and distill the knowledge you have just gained about your specific sub-topic and write your paper, in your own words, describing this new and novel information for a University level audience. You want to summarize your findings so that the reader will leave with a good understanding of what is cutting edge in your chosen topic’s field.

    Students will complete a written scientific literature research paper based on their chosen topic and specifically about what is new in the research/development of their topic. Primary literature sources should be published after 2000. This could be a treatment, a cure, new information found about the disease/disorder, etc. The research paper should NOT include ANY background information unless it is absolutely vital to an explanation of the new findings. This paper is about NEW, cutting edge research. You will explain the background information on your topic during your oral presentation.

    Remember, you need to have a clear focus on your subtopic, since you only have a maximum of 1000 words. Your paper must be well researched with scientific, peer-reviewed journals making up the bulk of your references. It should be an example of your best efforts at written communication. Part of your grade will be based on form, style, and grammar, while the content of your report will carry the heaviest weight towards your grade. The length of the write-up should be approximately 3 pages Minimum of 750 words not to exceed 1000 within the body of the paper, 12pt. times new roman or arial font, double spaced, and word processed. This paper must have the all the attributes of a well-written paper. This includes having a good sentence structure, excellent grammar and a logically, well thought out overall flow.

    FORMAT:

    Type a ~3 page, double-spaced written report (12-point font, about 750 words, not to exceed 1000 words).

    This is NOT a free-form document. IT MUST BE ORGANIZED INTO THE 4 SECTIONS OUTLINED BELOW – no need to place section titles.

    1.Introduction: describe the topic, indicate the scope and give any history and/or background information that is appropriate. (Cite literature)

    2.Body: Include current information/arguments drawn from a wide array of literature sources and text. Connect the issue to some aspect represented in the text (In other words what have you learned in the class that has enabled you to write on this issue). Develop your ideas sequentially and logically. (Cite literature)

    3.Conclusion/Discussion: Pull together the information and ideas to make a coherent picture. Give some idea of the importance of the topic. Also, indicate what the future may hold. (Cite literature)

    4.Literature cited: Follow the form as given at the end of these instructions. Note: all scientific names are in italics! – Not included in your word count

    NOTE: Always give credit for ALL information you have gained from someone else. If it did not come from your brain or is not common knowledge (like the sky is blue), then you must cite your source. In science direct quotes are seldom used. Instead, information is summarized and the sources indicated. Citations occur in the text in the following format (Author last name, year article written) NOT as footnotes. DO NOT PUT DIRECT QUOTES FROM YOUR SOURCE. Turnitin.com will recognize that as plagiarism and you will receive a zero on your paper. You must REPHRASE the information you have gathered. You MUST follow the literature cited format as stated below. You must cite all your sources both within the body of the paper AND at the end, in the literature cited section.

    Use this format for your Literature citations within text:

    (Single Author)

    Alligator lizards are active during the day (Jones, 1984) while desert geckos are nocturnal (Smith, 1982).

    (Two Authors)

    Alligator lizards are active during the day (Jones and Davis, 1984) while desert geckos are nocturnal (Smith and Kirk, 1982).

    (More than 2 Authors) Alligator lizards are active during the day (Jones et al., 1984) while desert geckos are nocturnal (Smith et al., 1982).

    (Websites) Alligator lizards are active during the day (worldwildlifefund.org, 2008) while desert geckos are nocturnal (nature.org, 2008).

    If you have used a reference multiple times within the same paragraph, you may cite your reference at the end of the last sentence in your paragraph. Otherwise, site your source at the end of the thought/idea of which you are using their information.

    These references are then included more fully in the Literature Cited section at the end of your report, in the following format. If you have used the latin abbreviation et al., (and of course you have italicized et al.) within the body of your paper you MUST spell out each authors name in the literature cited section.

    Use this format for your Literature Cited section: – Your literature cited section should be alphabetized by first authors last name. No numbers or bullets, all left justified with each citation single spaced and separated from the next citation by a double space.

    For journal articles and books:

    Jones, V.W., Patel, J.K. 1984. Activity periods of alligator lizards. Journal of Lizard Research. 34(2):182-189.

    Smith, I.M. 1982. The Life of the Gecko. College of the Desert Press, Tucson. 333pp.

    For citation of a website ONLY:

    World Health Organization. Malarial mortality in Africa. 3 July 2001. http://www.who.int/rbm/Presentations (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.. [accessed 2003 May 5]

    Your sources must be diverse! You must have at least 5 peer-reviewed journal sources. Beyond this you may have maximum of 2 can be from a online only website, maximum of 2 books and a maximum of 2 secondary literature resources such as magazines. However, do not feel you need to use books/magazines unless you wish. You must have the bulk of your references from primary literature articles. You may have NO Wikipedia resources! If you use multiple pages from a single website, it is still considered just one website-one source. When you access journals from the library through the internet, these are considered NON-WEB resources because they are simply electronic versions of hard copy papers that have been published in paper form elsewhere. Most libraries know store journal articles in electronic form. A “web” resource, is a website that does not exist in a published, printed format anywhere. If you access an electronic copy from a library database, treat it as a journal – do not put any info on what database you accessed it from.

    If your paper is above 25% unoriginal material, you will be in danger of receiving a zero on the assignment and/or being reported to the University for plagiarism.

    A project manager needs to understand the importance of the acquisition of capital goods, management homework help

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    1. A project manager needs to understand the importance of the acquisition of capital goods. There are many choices for capital good procurement, including buying or leasing new equipment, or buying used equipment. Describe an example from the text or your personal professional experience where your project or organization had to procure capital goods for strategic reasons. What was the type of equipment (new, used) and how was it purchased? Please comment on the benefits of the choice selected

    2. Suitability and reliability are two examples of quality in terms of buying materials, goods or services. Provide an example of a “best buy” from your professional experience where quality aspects were not met in accordance to the text definition of quality dimensions. What aspect of quality could be improved for future projects?