The UBC MBA program prepares leaders who seek to create value for the world. Please describe a situation in which you created value for an organization or group. What was the outcome? We encourage you to consider your contributions in both professional and community settings.
Take the assessment “What is Your Personality Type?” presented on page 141 of the course text. When finished, reflect on what it says your personality type is (Engleberg & Wynn, 2015). For the class discussion, post your response to the following questions: What do you make of personality tests? Did taking the test provide you with any new insight? How might considering the personalities of those with whom you interact support interpersonal communicant? When possible, provide examples from your own experience. Additionally, in your post, discuss strategies for resolving disagreements and conflicts. Describe a time that you have dealt with a conflict or disagreement in a professional setting and how you handled the situation? Could it have been handled better if you were in the same situation again? Incorporate strategies found in the unit presentations, textbook, or other professional or academic sources. Finally, do you feel personality differences may have been a factor in relation to the conflict or disagreement? *While not required, if you are interested in Susan Cain’s TedTalk “The Power of Introverts” (19:04), feel free to view it and incorporate it into your post (TED, 2012). Be sure to respond to your peers as well
In the land of free trade, the public does not view all industries as equal. Do you believe that is ethical? Do you believe that some industries are unfairly targeted? Should it be consumers’ choice to partake in products that are not healthy for them, or do those companies have an ethical obligation to protect people? In this assignment, you will choose from one (1) of the following industries to write about:
Animal testing
Telecommunications
Health insurance
Agriculture
Credit Cards
Write a paper in which you:
Become an advocate for either the consumer or the industry. Prepare an argument explaining the major reasons why you support either the consumer or the industry.
Discuss if you believe it is possible for a company to cater to both its best interest and that of the consumer conjointly or if one always has to prevail. Justify your response.
Use at least two (2) quality references. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as academic resources.
The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
Determine the considerations for and process of ethical business decision making to balance corporate and social responsibilities, and address moral, economic, and legal concerns.
Analyze selected business situations using the predominant ethical theories, such as utilitarian, Kantian, and virtue ethics to guide ethical business decision making.
Use technology and information resources to research issues in business ethics.
Write clearly and concisely about business ethics using proper writing mechanics.
To fully complete this case assignment, please read and analyze the assigned case. Be sure to speak in OB language throughout to reflect your knowledge of the terminology and concepts covered this week. Your response must be numbered as outlined below, and provide the following:
1. Situation
In this section of the case analysis, you will focus on identifying situational aspects that have led to the situation being reported in the case. You are to explain the situation in Organizational Behavior terms specific to this week’s material. These aspects should include relevant context, people-related, and organizational factors that have contributed to the current situation. Creating this profile relies on your understanding and application of key concepts, frameworks, and theories contained in the text and other course materials. Please note that the focus of this is to highlight the OB related issues; however, it is understood that other management-related issues may also contribute to the situation. This section MUST explain the situation using terminology and related material from this week’s textbook readings. Remember to cite appropriately.
2. Problem
The situational profile leads to the identification of the major problem in the case. For example, the case may frame the problem as personality and attitude, but the underlying OB problem may relate to organizational structure. Thus, you must analyze the situation deeper to uncover the foundational OB problem. In a case, there may be several problems; however, there is likely only one MAIN problem. All the other factors that appear to be problems are symptoms of the main problem. In this section, you will identify the ONE main problem and explain why it represents that main OB problem in this case. The problem MUST be stated in OB terms. Include specific examples from the case, textbook, and external sources to support your position. Be clear in your statement of the problem.
3. Case Question(s)
Identify the specific questions that must be addressed in order to solve the central problem identified. Think of what you would need to know in order to make a decision on how to solve the problem you have identified. Please note that these questions MUST be related to the problem that you have identified and you must explain why an answer to each question is necessary to solve the problem. What information do you have to know to solve the problem? Questions unrelated to solving the problem or those that are general and not specific to your problem will not meet these criteria. Consider internal and external factors that may have influenced the current situation, whether mentioned in the case or not. Think about the functional information required in order to accurately address the central problem. List each question and explain individually why each question is pivotal to solving the identified problem. Be clear and specific in your answers.
4. Alternative “Solutions” (3)
Present three separate and independent courses of action that could be enacted to solve the problem. For EACH alternative, be sure to explain the course of action, the organizational actors and resources required to complete, the benefits and risks of said action, and how/why the action could potentially solve the problem. Each action MUST solve the specific problem identified, and be independent of the others. Make your case with the support of internal and external sources. Number each alternative solution as 4a, 4b, 4c, etc.
5. Recommend
Identify and recommend the ONE solution out of those identified in item 4 above that is most tenable. You may not offer a combination of the alternatives; only ONE of the alternatives can be selected. Provide evidence to argue in favor of the chosen solution, explaining why this solution is the most tenable compared to the others, and is most appropriate to solve the problem identified. Assume you are presenting your idea to the organizational decision-makers; you want and need their agreement and support. Present a persuasive argument as to why this solution is the best solution for the problem, including support from course material, the field of OB, and other relevant factors as support for your argument. OB language must be used. Thoroughly support your position using internal and external sources.
6. Prediction
Briefly predict and paint a picture of what the situation looks like AFTER implementation of your recommended solution. How would the situation as outlined in your response to number one (above) change? How does the organizational experience change for the actors involved? Please note this is not a conclusion; it is a prediction of what the outcome will be and how the situation will be different after your recommendation is implemented.
Max word count: 9000
Photobook (uploaded in the material section) is now a project product.
Project report must describe and evaluate the project product, present and summarise the research and answer the research question.
Research question remains the same.
The photobook must be referred to and considered a major part of this project.
Experimental section (with the survey about perceptions of colour should be removed.
Most of the research is ok and doesn’t need to be rewritten, its up to the writer to decide what to remove/ rewrite.
Project report must include :
Table of contents
Photobook description
Objective Product evaluation (cons pros and limitations of the project)
Objective Project evaluation (cons pros and limitations of the project)
Table of figure
Orginal paper description:
Topic
Color Perception in Photography, a study based on practical examples.
Paper details
“Please refer to the Project Brief, attached in the Materials section. Please use the attached DMU Harvard Referencing for information about the paper format. It’s a 3 year Undergrad Technology Project Report. he main purpose of this project is to determine what are the key factors that influence people’s perception of photography in regards of the colour perception. The study is to showcase and analyse ( based on research) a selection of both self-produced and external photos and will be supported by a photobook. Photographies will be used as illustrative examples .The study will focus on the colours and the way it correspond to the way the photography is perceived as, what kind of emotions the audience feel and why is that and whether the interpretation of photography’ colours is completely individual or universal.That’s the main “research question” I would like to answer mainly. It’s important to include photographs as “practical examples”. I am working on getting the photos that will be produced by myself, I will send them later. Its also important to include “audience feedback” as it is also being graded. t” “
Please refer to the attached brief and referencing guide.
And check the pape details section.
Why did I choose these elective Official
Use the ones highlighted in yellow
Use pictures be creative
What did I hope to gain
How did I out reach them ( email and phone only)
What was the process like
Elected Official Essay Assignment. If you have not spoken to an Elected Representative yet and do not think that you will be able to, you have the option to write about the experience of trying to reach them. What would you have spoken about? What challenges did you have? What would you do differently under different circumstances? All other criteria remain the same.
Employees want feedback to better understand what they may need to improve. The challenge to evaluating performance is creating a standard that consistently provides feedback versus the once-a-year performance appraisal. Companies need to understand both the costs and benefits associated with appraising employees.
Participate in this discussion for a chance to share ideas about the value of performance appraisals.
On the Discussion Forum, post a 300-word response to the following question(s)/prompt(s); include at least one APA-formatted citation/reference to a source from this lesson:Do you think performance appraisals should be done? If yes, what are some desirable outcomes and how to those outweigh potential negative outcomes? If no, what are some negative outcome and how do those outweigh potential positive outcomes?
USE THESE AS SUBHEADERS!
What is employment “at will” and under what circumstances is an employer restricted from terminating an at-will employee without cause?
What disability-related information does the law prohibit an employer from asking an applicant for employment, and what actions must an employer take when hiring an employee with disabilities? Are there limits to what an employer must provide?
Describe the process by which an employer may drug test employees without violating employees’ privacy rights.
Essay Assignment: Examine employment law and its impact on managing talent
Objective: Explain how employment law provides rights to employees and employers, and the steps employers must take to comply with employment law.
Introduction
This essay will allow you to demonstrate your understanding of various areas of employment law. You will describe “at-will” employment, explain limitations on employers under the Americans with Disabilities Act, and describe the limitations and delimitations of the use of drug testing by employers. By being able to explain these areas of employment law, you will internalize your knowledge and be a more effective manager.
Deliverable
The essay for this lesson is required to be a minimum of 750 words that clearly demonstrates your understanding of the activity. Essays should have a clear introduction, thesis statement and conclusion, written in APA format (https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/). A minimum of three sources, at least two from the lesson, must be cited in-text and in the Reference list.
Activity Details
Step 1: Read the following questions, and use what you have learned about this lesson’s objective to summarize your responses. It is highly recommended that you use these questions/prompts as level 1 subheadings in your essay.
What is employment “at will” and under what circumstances is an employer restricted from terminating an at-will employee without cause?
What disability-related information does the law prohibit an employer from asking an applicant for employment, and what actions must an employer take when hiring an employee with disabilities? Are there limits to what an employer must provide?
Describe the process by which an employer may drug test employees without violating employees’ privacy rights.
Step 2: Write a paper. Please review the essay rubric prior to proceeding.
Use these writing guidelines:
· Include a cover page and references in addition to your required page count.
· Use correct APA format.
· Double-space text.
· Use size 12 Times New Roman.
· Use section headings to organize.
· Indent paragraphs.
· Include in-text citations.
USE THESE AS SUBHEADERS!
Suggest what Rowdy’s view of its human capital likely is at this time and what can Rowdy, Inc. might do differently with its view of human capital.
What types of strategies can Rowdy use to train and develop its employees in ways that will promote overall company success as well as the professional success of employees?
What types of recognition and rewards would be most advantageous for the multicultural, multigenerational talent pool at the company?
What are three best practices Rowdy could use to be more effective with managing human performance?Objective: Analyze performance management concepts and methodologies.
Introduction: To be competitive today, companies are continuously evaluating the overall performance of every area in the business, which includes their employees. Companies look for multiple ways to train and develop employees, including using senior managers who coach and mentor others. To acknowledge and promote higher levels of performance and retain employees, companies implement various recognition programs. Additionally, managers must establish clear performance guidelines and correspondingly measure employee performance in ways that help the company meet its goals and the employees achieve performance targets. This essay will give you the opportunity to analyze performance management concepts and methodologies.
Deliverable: The essay for this lesson is required to be a minimum of 750 words that clearly demonstrate your understanding of the activity. Essays should have a clear introduction, thesis statement and conclusion, written in APA format (https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/). A minimum of three sources, at least two from the lesson, must be cited in-text and in the Reference list.
Step 1: Read the following scenario and questions, and then use what you have learned about this lesson’s objective to consider your responses.
Rowdy, Inc. is an apparel company with a multicultural, multigenerational talent pool. Its clothing is manufactured in a large factory in China, its distribution center is in Des Moines, Iowa, its headquarters is in Los Angeles, and it sells all of its products online. The company has been experiencing a higher than normal turnover of its U.S.-based employees. In the last employee satisfaction survey, the employees complained that they did not feel appreciated by management and did not always understand their managers’ expectations.
Based on the lesson’s main topics, explain the probable causes and what can be done to help increase employee satisfaction as well as employee and company performance.
Suggest what Rowdy’s view of its human capital likely is at this time and what can Rowdy, Inc. might do differently with its view of human capital.
What types of strategies can Rowdy use to train and develop its employees in ways that will promote overall company success as well as the professional success of employees?
What types of recognition and rewards would be most advantageous for the multicultural, multigenerational talent pool at the company?
What are three best practices Rowdy could use to be more effective with managing human performance?
Step 2: Write a paper in response to the scenario and questions in Step 1. Please review the essay rubric prior to proceeding.
Use these writing guidelines:
Include a cover page and a reference page in addition to your required page count.
Use correct APA format.
Double-space text.
Use size 12 Times New Roman font.
Optional: Use section headings to organize.
Indent paragraphs.
Include in-text citations as appropriate.
Use correct spelling, grammar, sentence structure and verb tense.
Save and submit your assignment
MUST USE THESE PROMPTS AS SUBHEADERS! AND USE ATTACHED RESOURCES
What non-technical skills and traits will you emphasize in the internal job listing? Why? What three questions will you ask in interviews to evaluate these skills?
With the differing values and characteristics of the pool of candidates, what three challenges do you see for the expatriates selected?
Is it important to send a team that includes a diversity of multicultural and multigenerational members to the new facility in Brazil? Why/why not?
Would you lobby your company to hire some of the 10 from a qualified candidate pool of Brazilian nationals? Explain.
Objective: Examine approaches for attracting and managing a multigenerational and culturally diverse workforce.
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