How can the challenges for Small Businesses due to COVID-19 be addressed?

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Think about an example of a public project that uses a certain input for which there is no market.

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Think about an example of a public project that uses a certain input for which there is no market. post as a paragraph. 250 words

Critically reflect on the Leadership Challenge course as a means to explore how you now understand leadership

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Leadership Challenge

This assessment is weighted at 80% of the final mark for this course.

Observing and evaluating your own leadership behaviour is an important part of developing your own leadership.

For this assignment you are required to reflect on what you have learned about your own leadership to date, using leadership theories and frameworks as a lens through which to understand that leadership and associated behaviours and experiences. In so doing you should reflect in particular on the experience gained through your participation in the Everest Challenge. You may also wish to use examples from your wider leadership experience.

Length of Submission: Your submission should be no more than 2000 words in length (+/- 10%). For each piece of assessed coursework, you are required to complete your work within the range of 10% above or below the stated target word count. You must include your actual word count on the submission. Note that for this template the prescribed headings and your reference list at the end DO NOT count towards your word count.

Criteria for Assessment: This submission will be marked against the following criteria:

  • Your ability to reflect upon your own leadership experience, especially your participation in the Everest Challenge.
  • Your ability to link your reflections to the material covered on the course (theories and frameworks of leadership).
  • Your ability to identify how your leadership impacts on others.
  • Your ability to identify your professional development needs.
  • Your use of evidence to back up key points.

Important Note Use this books:

Northouse Peter G. (2019) Leadership: Theory and Practice, 8th edition, Sage, London. This book provides an overview of the many theoretical dimensions to leadership and as such a good starting point from which to understand how leadership theory has developed and the core concepts involved in different theories. Note that earlier editions of the book are available but may not contain relevant chapters on followership, adaptive leadership or authentic leadership.

Roe, K. (2017) Leadership: Practice and Perspecties, 2nd edition, Oxford University Press, Oxford. This book provides an introduction to core concepts and related topics, and provides online learning resources. It is a particularly helpful resource for those new to leadership.

Critically reflect on the Leadership Challenge course as a means to explore how you now understand leadership (and followership) and whether and why that has changed from your prior thoughts.

Select a UK company** and conduct a PESTEL analysis on the firms operating environment.

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You are to select a UK company** and conduct a PESTEL analysis on the firms operating environment. You
must identify the key drivers of change that the management should be taking notice of in their deliberations
for the future direction of the firm, based on the PESTEL analysis conducted.
All models, theories and supporting secondary research material must be referenced using the Harvard
format.
** Please ensure you check that your chosen UK company is suitable with your lecturer before starting you

Identify and assess the characteristics which make SMEs different to larger ventures.

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Module: Entrepreneurship in the Global Environment

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILO)

Having completed this unit the student is expected to:

ILO1 Have a global entrepreneurial mind-set and entrepreneurial capabilities that can be applied in a range of contexts

ILO2 Develop critical appreciation of the theory of entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation and an ability to relate this to practice

ILO3 Have the ability to identify and evaluate the entrepreneurial opportunities, competencies, skills and behaviours associated with effective and successful individuals and companies globally

ILO4 Identify and assess the characteristics which make SMEs different to larger ventures.

INDICATIVE CONTENT

Entrepreneurship and the various types of enterprise globally, Characteristics of effective entrepreneurs

Developing Business Ideas, Entrepreneurial opportunities in the globalised world

Global Value Chains, Leading entrepreneurial teams & organisations

Digital Entrepreneurship in the global innovation, Marketing, finance, and intellectual property

Mobilising Resources, Business Models Vs Business Plan, Gender & social enterprise in a global contex

Assessable Coursework:

The coursework is weighted at 100%. Assessment will typically take the form of two assignments (Assignment 1 individual – (Idea Context & Development) worth 30%, and (Assignment 2 individual (Global Business Plan) worth 70%. The Intended Learning Outcomes are assessed through Coursework (100%).

Workload model:

  • Part A: Idea Context & Development (30%)
  • Part B: Global Business Plan (70%)

Assignment Title: Reflective Essay + Infographic (PART A 30%)

  1. Rationale

The assignment has been designed to give you insights into understanding opportunities in the global environment. You are expected to actively participate in the weekly discussion forums designed to enable you develop critical appreciation of the theory of entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation and an ability to relate this to practice (ILO2), as well as be able to identify and assess the characteristics which make SMEs different to larger ventures (ILO 4).

  1. The learning outcomes being assessed

ILO2 Develop critical appreciation of the theory of entrepreneurship, creativity and innovation and an ability to relate this to practice

ILO4 Identify and assess the characteristics which make SMEs different to larger ventures.

  1. Overview of assignment

The discussion forum is designed to help you with collaborative/peer learning and feedback. Each week you need to log on to the University’s website to answer the discussion question for that particular week. You need to offer an initial response (at least 250 words) and then respond to one other student’s comments (at least 250 words) within (one) week of the initial post. Comments will be monitored by the tutor. Although the discussion forum is not assessed, it forms the basis for developing and shaping your business idea into a robust/viable global business opportunity. In so doing, your active participation enables you develop knowledge and understanding of debates in entrepreneurship theory and practice through collaborative learning and formative feedback.

Please note: You may choose at least five (5) weeks [SEE TABLE ABOVE] you decide to contribute to.

  1. Overall Structure.

The format of the Assignment 1(hand-in assignment) will have the following structure:

Idea Context & Development (total word count- 1500 (+/-10%) + an infographic worth 30% of marks),

  • Building on the summary of at least five (5) discussion forums you participated in, reflect and introduce how the discussion forums enable you developed and shape your business idea in the context of the global business opportunities. You should contextualise your idea within the emerging global market trends. From the discussion forums summary of theories & concepts, visualise using (an infographic), the thought processes that inform your entrepreneurial approach for starting a global business or expanding an existing one.

WRITE-UP: 1350 WORDS AND INFOGRAPHIC 150 WORDS

  1. Assessment Details

Subject knowledge and understanding

  • Evidence of factual and conceptual understanding of the subject, including appropriate reading/research

Intellectual skills

  • Evidence of analysis, evaluation and critical judgement
  • Ability to select, collate and categorise ideas and information, and to develop and sustain a coherent argument

Subject-specific skills

  • Ability to apply knowledge to different contexts and generate a range of responses to given situations
  • Evidence of innovation, insight or creativity
  • Ability to link theory and practice

Transferable skills/ professional impact

  • Structure, organisation and delivery of content
  • Layout and formatting
  • Use of visuals
  • Command of language
  • Academic integrity
  1. Assessment criteria and weightings

Your work for assignment 1 (part a) is going to be assessed on the basis of how it demonstrates your knowledge and understanding of development & shaping of business idea within the context of emerging global trends, and your ability to 1) clearly identify a business idea with a viable opportunity to succeed in global settings 2) critically apply theories and concepts of entrepreneurship in evaluating a range of business opportunities and global trends to start a new global business or expand and existing one globally. You must support your work with concrete evidence and references, building on the findings of your individual research.

  1. a) Summary of reflection on how the discussion forums developed & shape your

business idea (40%)

  1. b) Visualisation using infographic of the thought processes that inform your

entrepreneurial approach (40%)

  1. c) Contextualisation of ideas within emerging global trends (10%)
  2. d) Written communication (10%)

Bear in mind that the following will be considered under written communication while assessing your submission:

  • Structure and style: use of a fit for purpose structure and layout; evidence of formatting including use of suitable and relevant headings and sub -heading where necessary.
  • Clarity and conciseness: presentation of clear, direct and explicit answers; ability to go straight to the point and avoid unnecessary details; evidence of use of valid, appropriate and relevant material; focus on answering the question and provision of adequate and relevant context; ability to avoid unnecessary repetition.
  • Writing competence: evidence of general proofreading to eliminate spelling and grammatical errors (which interfere with understanding) and appropriate use of discipline/subject specific terminology. You can use first person in writing your reflection (i.e. you can use ‘I’ or ‘we’).
  • Academic credibility and integrity: appropriate use of resources and correct referencing style where applicable.
  1. SUBMISSION DETAILS

Submit your individual report as an electronic MS Word document (.docx or .doc file format) via the unit’s Turnitin submission box by the deadline. Use A4 size document, Times New Roman size 12 font, 1.5 spaced lines, and 2.54 cm margins.

The maximum word count limit for this individual project is 1,500 words. It must be correctly referenced, using the Harvard Referencing system (Author Date Method), with both in-text references and a References list after the main body of the text. The 1500 word count limit includes tables and charts placed in the body of the text but it excludes the References list, the title page, table of contents, and material included in the appendices.

Please clearly indicate the word count on your title page.

There is no formal penalty based on a mathematical formula for exceeding the -word limit; however, inability to stay below the limit will be considered as a negative characteristic during the assessment process (taken as a proof of lack of editing) and will normally result in a lower mark, to account for the unfair advantage in opportunities for additional expression the extra word count may have provided.

AIM FOR FIRST (70% OR ABOVE) OR STRONG UPPER SECOND (65% OR ABOVE)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Briefly evaluate the importance of JustEat’s founding culture to its success and then discuss the potential implications for the merger with Takeaway.com

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Human Resource Management Assessment task details and instrucƟons Look at the JustEat.com andTakeaway.com information including a list of academic articles you should initially read as preparation, followed by a variety of links to e-resources on these two newly merged companies. The total word count for this assessment is 3000 words Remember as you look through the information that this assessment is focused on the organisational design (structure and processes) and cultural (people/behavioural) challenges associated with a merger. You should then write approximately 750 words per section (4 sections listed below) – this includes relevant citations for each section which support your answers. The four sections ask you to do the following: 1. Briefly evaluate the importance of JustEat’s founding culture to its success and then discuss the potential implications for the merger with Takeaway.com (25 marks) 2. Looking at the new Just‐Eat Takeway.com design, and thinking about its business model, how does this align with theories/ideas about the structure and the evoluƟon of organisaƟons (25 marks) 3.What challenges do you think JustEat‐Takeaway will encounter over the next couple of years and why? (25 marks) 4.Provide some recommendaƟons as to what the HR group might do to facilitate communicaƟon and a feeling of unificaƟon between the two organisaƟons (25 marks)

What are the divisions, and what does each division contribute to the overall company?

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This is an individual analysis for each company separately 1500 words for Ford company and 1500 for BMW. I do not have to contrast them together each analysis is separate. the following questions have to answer for each company:
Within the electric vehicle industry, how is each competitor positioned in terms of featuresand pricing. What is the company’s business level strategy for this industry. Is the company diversified, and if so, how is it diversified? What are the divisions, and what does each division contribute to the overall company?What is the currentbusiness strategy for this division of the company? The firm may be using multiple strategies. Identify and describe each strategy that it uses.

Analyze contractual rights, obligations, liabilities, and remedies in the business environment

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This project relates to the following outcomes:

  • recommend appropriate actions in the business environment based on an understanding of sources of law, substantive legal concepts, legal process and procedure, and available remedies
  • analyze contractual rights, obligations, liabilities, and remedies in the business environment
  • analyze tort rights, obligations, liabilities, and remedies in the business environment

Background:  The Clean-N-Shine (“Clean”) owners are meeting with TLG in final consultations before Clean opens business operations.  The purpose of these final meetings is to identify the:

  • areas of business law presenting the greatest potential risk and liabilities for Clean; and
  • areas of business operations vulnerable to potential risks and liabilities for which Clean should seek legal counsel.

Winnie and Ralph have asked you to provide a report that presents your reflections and recommendations based on your research and analysis during the past seven weeks of TLG’s consultation with the Clean owners.

Instructions

The report will have two (2) parts.

Part I.  Risks and Liabilities

  1. Analyze and discuss two (2) areas of business law that present the greatest potential risks and liabilities for the Clean business, from among these areas:
  • Negligence related to any business operations
  • Negligence related specifically to premises liability
  • Strict product liability related to the use of EPI products for Clean services
  • Strict product liability related specifically to the resale of EPI products
  • Contracts with employees
  • Contracts for the sale of goods with clients
  • Agency law and contracts with any Clean agents

For EACH of the two (2) areas of the law selected from the above list, you must:

(1).  Provide a background explanation of the area of law, e.g., negligence, contracts for the sale of goods, etc. (be detailed and specific so any reader can understand the meaning of the specific area of law)

(2).  Analyze and explain the specific potential risks and liabilities presented by the area of law and why and how each area of law creates vulnerability for Clean

(3).  Provide a specific example of why and how the potential risks and liabilities could arise for each area of law for the Clean business

Minimum of 3 paragraphs for EACH of the two areas of risks and liabilities you choose to discuss (total of 6 paragraphs, minimum)

Citations required: Remember to use in-text citations in the narrative for all reference work and full citations on a separate Resources page.

Part II.  Legal Counsel

During the past eight weeks, we have discussed and emphasized the importance of the Clean owners seeking business advice from TLG and the importance of Clean –  and every business –  seeking legal counsel from an attorney for various aspects of business operations.

In Part II, you are to reflect on your experience in consulting with the Clean owners, your research and analysis, and make the following recommendations.

  1. Evaluate and explain why you recommend that the Clean owners seek legal counsel with an attorney for any  – or all – aspects of its business operations, i.e., contract writing, procedures to protect against negligence risks, recruitment policies, etc. 
  • Explain and support the rationale for your recommendation specifically, in detail and comprehensively, using examples, personal experience(s), etc.
  • Consider specific areas of business operations for which it is particularly important to seek legal counsel

Note:  There is no single correct answer; the detailed, specific rationale and support for your recommendation is most important.

It is not necessary to cite resources in Part II for your personal opinion, but you must include a citation each time you do use information from a specific resource (i.e., from assigned course materials) to support your conclusions.

Minimum of 3 paragraphs

 

 

Discuss the key challenges in Disney’s corporate strategy.

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Discuss the key challenges in Disney’s corporate strategy. In your analysis, consider Disney’s current strategy, issues in their strategy (Incorporate game theory in the analysis), and connect it to their external environment. Based on the above question, provide one key recommendation to improve Disney’s corporate strategy to its CEO Iger.

How effectiveness do you think Phillips’ model is in resolving conflict. Are there any steps you would modify or replace? Discuss.

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Assignment: One page opinion piece.
How effectiveness do you think Phillips’ model is in resolving conflict. Are there any steps you would modify or replace? Discuss.