Identify two organizations that have successfully merged. Describe the factors that you think contributed to the success of the merger identified.

Description In a paper (750-1,000 words), examine the successes and failures of mergers by addressing the following: Identify two organizations that have successfully merged. Describe the factors that you think contributed to the success of the merger identified. Hypothesize about two organizations that you think would create a successful merger based on factors such as […]

Assess your choice of research methods and types, explaining how effective they were (M2) Justify the choice of questions and sequence of questions used in your market research.(D1)

Description Scenario Office Lunches Elizabeth Brentley, a sole trader, started ‘Office Lunches’ in 2015. She noticed a growing trend for office workers having lunch ‘on-the-go’ and therefore decided that to make lunch even quicker, businesses could pre-order food to be made freshly that day and delivered to the offices for employees to enjoy. When the […]

Explain the role of the marketing function in business (P1). Describe how carrying out market analysis can benefit a business like Office Lunches(P2)

Description Office Lunches Elizabeth Brentley, a sole trader, started ‘Office Lunches’ in 2015. She noticed a growing trend for office workers having lunch ‘on-the-go’ and therefore decided that to make lunch even quicker, businesses could pre-order food to be made freshly that day and delivered to the offices for employees to enjoy. When the business […]

Demonstrate understanding of the different management theories and the basics of Macro and micro-economics, including the decision making process and strategic management approaches that drive organisations’ performance

Demonstrate understanding of the different management theories and the basics of Macro and micro-economics, including the decision making process and strategic management approaches that drive organisations’ performance Work with others, develop your personal and professional skills and demonstrate your ability of self-management and learning and be able to use these skills for analysing particular environments, […]

Assess types of information and communication technologies. Analyze the use of synchronous technologies in virtual team collaboration in order to consider the consequences of the use of these technologies on the outcome of the collaboration.

To prepare for this assessment, complete the following: Research examples of team charters that are used in an organizational setting. Research the different types of virtual communication technologies currently available in the workplace, including both synchronous and asynchronous options. Research strategies for handling conflict in virtual teams. Scenario You are a human resource manager for […]

Analyze the process originally used by the company to outsource the manufacturing task. Explore why and how the company engaged in global business and analyze factors, such as price and quality, leading consumers in the U.S. and in the current country of manufacture to a purchase decision. Common strategic reasons for outsourcing include lower costs of inputs, including the cost of labor, lax regulations regarding sustainability and environmental protection, preferential treatment for tax purposes (tax holidays), and improved access to local markets. In completing the project you will discuss the impact of the decision to go global on an organization’s functions.

In this project, you will conduct research on strategic manufacturing of an individually selected product. The product should be 1) simple, to assure project completion within the allotted time, and 2) currently manufactured outside of the United States. The objective of the project is to come up with a recommendation as to whether or not […]

Describe challenges facing businesses in international environments. Explain risks inherent in global business and how those influence global business operations. Recognize the legal and ethical issues in global sourcing and procurement.

Describe challenges facing businesses in international environments. Explain risks inherent in global business and how those influence global business operations. Recognize the legal and ethical issues in global sourcing and procurement. Explain the sustainability-related benefits and risks in global business operations. The objective of Project Part II is to analyze the benefits and challenges in […]

Analyse the mechanisms and the dynamics that determine forms of disciplinary power within organisations. Your answer should focus on a real-life organisation of your choice.

1. Critically evaluate whether the quality of work and employment is better under human relations management than scientific management. Justify your answer with references to the academic literature and business practice. 2. Analyse the mechanisms and the dynamics that determine forms of disciplinary power within organisations. Your answer should focus on a real-life organisation of […]

Discuss the different employment types and relationships relevant to agency law, and analyze the advantages and disadvantages of each type specific to Acme Fireworks.

Description You are the manager of Acme Fireworks, a fireworks retailer who sells fireworks, puts on ground display fireworks, and large aerial display fireworks. The company started in the owner’s garage two years ago and now has 15 employees that you manage. The company started as a sole proprietorship, and the owner has never changed […]