Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 250–300 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas. Discuss the following points regarding the total quality management concept: […]
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How does PMBOK Chapter 1 help bolster your understanding of the overview of project management Heagney presented in Chapter 1?
Project Management – Key Points The purpose of this discussion is to offer students an opportunity to demonstrate understanding of “the fundamentals” of project management including, but not limited to project management standards, vocabulary, ethics, professional conduct, the project, and project management in general. This module also introduces students to the Project Management Body of […]
Discuss the external threats to the business company’s success.
Select any publicly listed Saudi Company that operates in Europe and/or Africa, and write a (minimum of 2000 word) report covering the following points: Present the study report with clear Introduction and Conclusion including your own views. […]
Which would you be more likely to implement within an actual operational setting?
Discussion post Linear programming is applied to operations management problems as a means for determining optima for example, maximizing profits or minimizing costs. This module introduces both graphical methods as well as the technique of using the Microsoft Excel solver. Which technique do you find easier to use? Which would you be more likely to […]
What are some of the positive and negative outcomes if data analysis is not conducted properly during the Plan Project Management process?
Explain the process of using data analysis during the Plan Project Management process (note that data gathering and data analysis are two of the tools and techniques that the PMBOK® Guide identifies for Plan Procurement Management. See Part 1, Section 12.1.2 to find out more). What are some of the positive and negative outcomes if […]
Discuss any positive and/or negative outcomes for the organization.
Think about a situation that you have some familiarity with (by working there, by reading about it, someone you know works there, etc.) where an incentive pay plan was/is being used. Briefly describe the key aspects of this plan. How was/is it viewed by employees? Discuss any positive and/or negative outcomes for the organization. […]
Explain how leadership skills can be used to encourage innovation to improve the company.
Complete an “Extended” Executive Summary of 1000-1250 words. Extended in that you must offer detailed comments on each element of the Strategic Case Analysis. The intent here is to allow you enough opportunity to prove your grasp of the tools and concepts. Some concepts include Internal factor evaluation, SWOT analysis, projected financial statements, etc. The […]
What are some metrics for evaluating training and development?
Read and reflect on the assigned readings for the week. Then post what you thought was the most important concept(s), method(s), term(s), and/or any other thing that you felt was worthy of your understanding in each assigned textbook chapter.Your initial post should be based upon the assigned reading for the week, so the textbook should […]
What are ways that Malek can ensure alignment from managers in both organizations about data collection for the purposes of performance management?
Malek is a member of a three-person management team for a small business merging with another organization. Both companies have experienced poor performance from staff, a decline in sales, and low morale. The newly appointed Chief Operations Officer (COO) has asked Malek to create a performance management appraisal system to improve poor performance, issues with […]
. What is the gap between the present state and the desired future state?
Organizational Change (100 points) Each organization has its own background perceptions, ethics, values, history, and ambitions. Therefore, a “one size fits all” change management process may not work in every organization. We must assess and adapt our process to fit the backgrounds and philosophies of each organization. Given this understanding, we need to research and […]
