Author: chris

Competitive advantage implies the creation of a system that has a unique advantage over competitors. With the advent of globalization, the competition has become stronger and can be located anywhere in the world. The idea behind competitive advantage is to create customer value in an efficient and sustainable way. One approach to address this issue would be the use of resource-based theories of competitive advantage.

Resources are not simply raw materials but include all the inputs, such as intellectual capital, necessary to produce a good or service. Consider this as you address globalization strategies for Fortune 500 firms in this assignment. Be mindful of constraints, such as transportation costs and cultural barriers, as you complete this assignment.

Review the article “Resource-Based Theories of Competitive Advantage: A Ten-Year Retrospective on the Resource-Based View” by J. B. Barney from the readings for this module.

Based on your analysis of this article and other readings for this module, respond to the following:

• Explain how resource-based competitive advantage drives globalization strategies for Fortune 500 firms.
• Why are application of project management principles critical to effective business operations?

Barney, J. B. (1991). Firm resources and sustained competitive advantage. Journal of Management, 17(1), 99–120. (ProQuest Document ID: 215258436)http://www.thecampuscommon.com/library/ezproxy/ticketdemocs.asp?sch=auo&turl=http://search.proquest.com/docview/215258436

Barney, J. B. (2001). Resource-based theories of competitive advantage: A ten-year retrospective on the resource-based view. Journal of Management, 27(6), 643–650. Retrieved fromhttp://www.thecampuscommon.com/library/ezproxy/ticketdemocs.asp?sch=auo&turl=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=bth&AN=5777193&site=ehost-live

By January 7, 2016, post your response to the appropriate Discussion Area.

Write your initial response in 300–500 words. Your response should be thorough and address all components of the discussion question in detail, include citations of all sources, where needed, according to the APA Style, and demonstrate accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation

ss the online library and search for one of the following research articles:

• • Oranthinkal, J., Vansteenwegen, A., & Burggraeve, R. (2008). Are demographics important for forgiveness? The Family Journal, 16(20). doi:10.1177/1066480707309542 http://tfj.sagepub.com.libproxy.edmc.edu/content/16/1/20

• • Deater-Deckard, K., Dodge, K. A., Bates, J. E., & Pettit, G. S. (1996). Physical discipline among African American and European American mothers: Links to children’s externalizing behaviors. Developmental Psychology, 32, 1065-1072.

    http://www.thecampuscommon.com/library/ezproxy/ticketdemocs.asp?sch=auo&turl=http://search.proquest.com/docview/218060199

• Leonard, K. E. & Senchak, M. (1996). Prospective prediction of husband marital aggression within newlywed couples. Journal of Abnormal Psychology, 105, 369-380.

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Read the article you selected thoroughly and identify and critique the following:

• research design
• sampling technique
• threats to validity
• measurements
• ethical issues
• Must answer all quesitons, in-text ciftation, APA guidelines

Based on your knowledge from a past or present job, explain the difference between a group and a team. Would you say you were a part of a group or a team while working in that job?

Now, identify a team that you were a part of and describe the advantages that you derived from being a member of the team. Include responses to the following:

• Would you characterize your role as effective? How could you have been a better team member?
• What role(s) did you or the leader play in making the team effective? How could the leader have made the team more effective?

Write your initial response in a minimum of 200–300 words. Apply APA standards to citation of sourc

Post by Day 4 a brief explanation of how the condition you selected is experienced, perceived, diagnosed, and treated within the U.S. Then, describe how it is experienced, perceived, diagnosed, and/or treated in at least one other culture. Briefly describe the similarities and differences between the two cultures with respect to how the condition is experienced, perceived, diagnosed, and treated. Finally, explain what you believe to be some possible reasons for the cultural differences.

reate a Microsoft® Word® document saved under the following format: Lastname_Course#_W1.doc

Research three different brands of computers using an Internet search engine (e.g. Google™, Bing™, Yahoo™, etc.).

Research the benefits of information systems in the work environment.

Write a 350- to 700-word summary describing the features of the different computers such as memory, processor, monitor/screen size, operating system, etc. In the summary include the following:

• Comparison of the price
• Bulleted list of the features that are most important to you in the computer description
• An image of the computers
• URL/Internet address for the computers
• Bold, underline, and add italics to the price of each computer
• Highlight the name of each computer

Write a one paragraph recommendation in which you recommend the computer you would purchase based on your research. This is in addition to the summary.

Complete a one page (about 500 words) reflection about Chapter 1.

1) Does banking sector competition increase instability? In your answer discuss the empirical literature and analyse the main risks influenced by competition.

OR

2) Discuss the role that financial and technological innovation has on bank strategy and performance.

OR

3) Analyse the recent performance and future strategy of a bank of your own choice.

hink about a leader with whom you have had extensive positive experience in the past. Think about whether this leader had a high need for achievement, affiliation, or power. Discuss which motive was dominant in the leader and why you think so, giving at least three (3) behavioral examples. Also, discuss why you think the dominant motive was a positive factor in the leadership style. (25 points) (A 1½-page response is required.)

2)   Field Experiences Option:

If you have chosen the field experience option, by this time, you should have obtained the appropriate permissions to visit local schools.

An Observation/Permission Format has been provided for you, if needed, on the Books and Resources page.

Once you have obtained permission to visit schools in your district, contact principals to plan your scheduled visits. Think about how you will document these visits or obtain the needed forms for this purpose. Remember that the interviews may also be conducted via electronic means.

Postsecondary Education Research Center Assignment:

One of the outcomes from passage of the 2008 Higher Education Opportunities Act was to encourage programs in which students with cognitive or developmental disabilities who are between the ages of 18 and 21 may experience their transition years of public school in postsecondary settings. To assess subsequent programming, a Research and Innovation project under the auspices of the Office of Special Education launched the Postsecondary Education Research Center (PERC) project. A 10-section Likert scale assessment instrument was developed as one aspect of the project.

Read the required on-line journal article for this week’s assignment for a description of this project and related on-line links. Access the assessment instrument at the following: PERC Postsecondary Program Evaluation Tool: A Self-Assessment for College and Community-Based Services.

1. Select a transition program currently used by a district with which you are familiar that includes a post-secondary option.
2. Analyze the program of your choice, using the PERC program evaluation tool.
3. Prepare a transition services profile that includes the following:

• A description of the program being reviewed (use pseudonyms).
• Likert-scale ranking of the selected program in each of the 10 areas. (You are encouraged to download the actual instrument for this component of the assignment.)
• A summary of the results pertinent to the program being assessed that includes areas of strength, areas of improvement, and what PERC-based revisions you would recommend, if you were serving as a consultant to the district and had been asked to evaluate the program currently in place.

Be sure to include the following in your transition services exploration:

• An APA-format cover page.
• The paper will be 5-7 double-spaced pages in length, using 12-point Times New Roman font. The cover page and reference list are not included in this page count.
• Address all 3 components.
• Include a minimum of 5 reference citations (you may use your text).

Your finished program transition services exploration should demonstrate thoughtful consideration of the ideas and concepts that are presented in the course and provide new thoughts and insights relating directly to this topic. Your paper should reflect scholarly writing and current APA standards