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Organizations are susceptible to an array of crises. There are different types of threats with no “one way” to manage them. This reality presents multiple business challenges to those in leadership positions. Each manager is responsible for managing risks within their own sphere of operations and area of responsibility. To this end, one must understand that crisis leadership is a process. For this assignment, you are required to identify a business crisis issue that interests you and develop a report.

Directions:

Address the following in your report:

• Identify and describe a business crisis situation and the main leaders involved. It could be one that you have experienced or have read about. Be sure to include a discussion of ethical implications.
• Assess the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats, and industry trends (SWOTT) the company faced while its leaders were managing the crisis.
• Assume you are a leader; recommend ways you could ensure that you have a clear view of risks across the organization in regard to the given scenario.
• Identify a risk management process you would employ to mitigate risks in regard to the given scenario along with a rationale (utilize contemporary and classical leadership theories in support).
• Recommend what you would do to ensure the risk management process is working the way you expect in regard to the scenario.
• Describe ways to identify and manage uncertainties in a complex corporate environment (utilize contemporary and classical leadership theories to support your argument).

Utilize at least three scholarly sources (in addition to your textbook) to complete your research, referencing the sources within the text and at the end in a reference list.

Write a 6–8-page report in Word format. Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M3_A2.doc.

Make sure you write in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrate ethical scholarship through accurate representation and attribution of sources; and display accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation.

By Wednesday, January 6, 2016, deliver your assignment to the M3: Assignment 2 LASA 1 Dropbox.

LASA 1 Grading Criteria

Assignment Components	Proficient	Maximum Points
Describe a business crisis situation and the main leaders involved. Be sure to include discussion of ethical implications. [CO: 1, 2, 5, 6 PO: 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.3, 3.a, 4.2, 5.1 ILO: 1, 2, 3, 5]	The business crisis situation identified is appropriate for the assignment. The description of the situation and its main leaders involved is clear and logical. In addition, multiple logical ethical implications are discussed. Reliable resources are utilized.	12
Undertake a SWOTT assessment of the situation that the leadership faced while managing the crisis. [CO: 1, 2, 5, 6 PO: 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.3, 3.a, 4.2, 5.1 ILO: 1, 2, 3, 5]	The SWOTT assessment of the situation that the leadership faced is clear, detailed, and accurate. Multiple logical points and examples are included using scholarly resources.	36
Assume you are a leader; recommend ways you could ensure that you have a clear view of the risks across the organization in regard to the given scenario. Utilize classical and contemporary leadership theory in support of your argument. [CO: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 PO: 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.3, 3.a, 4.2, 5.1 ILO: 1, 2, 3, 5]	Multiple logical recommendations are provided to ensure one will have a clear view of the risks across the organization. Examples, utilization of classical or contemporary theory, and other scholarly resources are provided.	24
Identify a risk management process you would employ to mitigate risks in regard to the given scenario along with a rationale. [CO: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 PO: 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.3, 3.a, 4.2, 5.1 ILO: 1, 2, 3, 5]	The risk management process employed to mitigate risks is accurately identified. A logical rationale is provided using scholarly resources.	24
Offer recommendations to ensure that the risk management process works the way you expect in regard to the scenario. Utilize classical and contemporary leadership theory in support. [CO: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 PO: 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.3, 3.a, 4.2, 5.1 ILO: 1, 2, 3, 5]	The recommendations given to ensure the risk management process works as expected are logical, useful, and relate to the given scenario. Examples, utilization of classical or contemporary theory, and other scholarly resources are provided.	36
Describe ways to identify and manage uncertainties in a complex corporate environment. [CO: 1, 2, 5, 6 PO: 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2 ILO: 1, 2, 3, 5]	The description of ways to identify and manage uncertainties in a complex corporate environment is accurate. Multiple logical facts and examples are included using scholarly resources.	24
Academic Writing
Organization (12) Usage and Mechanics (12) APA Elements (16) Style (4) [CO_W PO: 3.a ILO: 2]	Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship through appropriate and accurate representation and attribution of sources (i.e. APA); and displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation. Use of scholarly sources aligned with specified assignment requirements.

Using the information from the PowerPoint presentation you created in Module 3, write an Argument Paper that takes a position on the issue you selected. Be sure to include an explanation of the topic, possible viewpoints on the topic, your selected position on the topic, and appropriate evidence to support both your position and that of your possible opponents. Avoid the errors in reasoning that we have studied during the past five weeks by providing your argument in a logically defensible form.

Directions:

1. Provide a summary introduction that succinctly identifies and explains the chosen issue, including key terms.
2. Identify and explain one argument (pro or con) related to the chosen issue; either summarize an existing argument or construct an original one.
3. Identify and assess the type of evidence offered in support of the argument position. This will include identifying premises and conclusions.
4. Analyze the evidence by explaining how the evidence logically supports or fails to support the argument’s conclusion, and critically evaluate the argument for any reasoning errors, accurately align the argument with the selected topic, and describe the source of the argument.
5. Next, identify and explain one counter argument (pro or con) related to the chosen issue and related to the first argument; either summarize an existing argument or construct an original one.
6. Identify and assess the type of evidence offered in support of the argument position. This will include identifying premises and conclusions.
7. Analyze the evidence by explaining how the evidence logically supports or fails to support the argument’s conclusion, and critically evaluate the argument for any reasoning errors, accurately align the argument with the selected topic, and describe the source of the argument.
8. Critically assess which of the two arguments is superior; defend the judgment by explaining how and why. Explain the value of critical-thinking analysis in reaching this final conclusion.
9. Apply current APA standards for editorial style, expression of ideas, and format of text, citations, and references. Professionally present the position using good grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Summary Introduction.	16
Identified and explained one argument (pro or con) related to the chosen issue.	20
Type of evidence offered in support of the argument position.	20
Analysis and explanation of how the evidence supports or fails to support the corresponding conclusion.	24
Evaluation of the argument.	28
Identified and explained one counter argument (pro or con) related to the chosen issue and related to the first argument.	20
Type of evidence offered in support of the counter argument position.	20
Analysis and explanation of how the counter argument supports or fails to support the corresponding conclusion.	24
Evaluation of counter argument.	28
Critically assessed which of the two arguments is superior, explaining how and why. Explain the value of critical thinking analysis in this assessment.	36
Organization.	16
Usage and Mechanics.

Using the information from the PowerPoint presentation you created in Module 3, write an Argument Paper that takes a position on the issue you selected. Be sure to include an explanation of the topic, possible viewpoints on the topic, your selected position on the topic, and appropriate evidence to support both your position and that of your possible opponents. Avoid the errors in reasoning that we have studied during the past five weeks by providing your argument in a logically defensible form.

Directions:

1. Provide a summary introduction that succinctly identifies and explains the chosen issue, including key terms.
2. Identify and explain one argument (pro or con) related to the chosen issue; either summarize an existing argument or construct an original one.
3. Identify and assess the type of evidence offered in support of the argument position. This will include identifying premises and conclusions.
4. Analyze the evidence by explaining how the evidence logically supports or fails to support the argument’s conclusion, and critically evaluate the argument for any reasoning errors, accurately align the argument with the selected topic, and describe the source of the argument.
5. Next, identify and explain one counter argument (pro or con) related to the chosen issue and related to the first argument; either summarize an existing argument or construct an original one.
6. Identify and assess the type of evidence offered in support of the argument position. This will include identifying premises and conclusions.
7. Analyze the evidence by explaining how the evidence logically supports or fails to support the argument’s conclusion, and critically evaluate the argument for any reasoning errors, accurately align the argument with the selected topic, and describe the source of the argument.
8. Critically assess which of the two arguments is superior; defend the judgment by explaining how and why. Explain the value of critical-thinking analysis in reaching this final conclusion.
9. Apply current APA standards for editorial style, expression of ideas, and format of text, citations, and references. Professionally present the position using good grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

Summary Introduction.	16
Identified and explained one argument (pro or con) related to the chosen issue.	20
Type of evidence offered in support of the argument position.	20
Analysis and explanation of how the evidence supports or fails to support the corresponding conclusion.	24
Evaluation of the argument.	28
Identified and explained one counter argument (pro or con) related to the chosen issue and related to the first argument.	20
Type of evidence offered in support of the counter argument position.	20
Analysis and explanation of how the counter argument supports or fails to support the corresponding conclusion.	24
Evaluation of counter argument.	28
Critically assessed which of the two arguments is superior, explaining how and why. Explain the value of critical thinking analysis in this assessment.	36
Organization.	16
Usage and Mechanics.

n this assignment, you will study the characteristics that mark each leadership style.

Identify five leaders from the lists given in Appendix A.

You must select one leader’s name from List 7.

You must select one leader’s name from List 4.

Select the remaining three leaders from Lists 1, 2, 3, 5, or 6. Ensure you select only one name from a list.

Share reasons for your selection of leaders.

Using the Internet, research about the following:

• Biographies of the chosen leaders
• Historical events associated with the chosen leaders

Based on your research and readings, compile a 7-to 8-page Microsoft Word that includes answers to the following questions:

• What were the characteristics of your chosen leaders?
• What were the factors that contributed to each individual rising to the role of leader?
• What was each selected leader’s leadership style? Support your position with credible references with respect to the style, and include an accurate biography and depiction of historical events.
• Did the leaders’ leadership style shifted or evolved with time or the acquisition of power? Why?
• What tools did the leaders utilized to promote their influence and vision?
• What were each leader’s contingency and situational leadership capabilities? Explain and support with examples where he or she demonstrated those leadership capabilities.
• What was the power base of the selected leaders? What characteristics or traits allowed each individual to assume the position of leadership power?
• What role did the leaders assumed in resolving conflict? What was each leader’s apparent conflict resolution style?
• What was each leader’s iconic situation that gained him or her recognition as a leader?
• Did the environment and time lend to each leader’s rise or recognition? Why?
• Reflecting on leadership theory and style, would you consider certain traits and characteristics to be timeless? Why or why not?
• Why did others adopt or invest in them as individuals and leaders?

Discussion 1: Summarizing Material

 

Provide a summary of one of the assigned stories. Make sure your summary addresses the following questions.

 

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Setting: where and when does the story takes place?

 

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Characterization: who are the main characters? Who is the protagonist, antagonist, supporting characters?

 

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Narration: who is telling the story? Is it a third person omniscient narrator or is it a character narrator?

 

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Plot: What is the central issue in the story? What is the conflict? How is it resolved?

 

Make sure the summary provides a topic sentence that establishes a context for your reader. Keep the summary brief – no more than 5-6 sentences. Then respond to two other students’ summaries. Does it adequately address the story? Is it missing an element? Does it provide too much information that is irrelevant for a summary?

 

Discussion 2: What is Critical Analysis?

 

Literary criticism implies close reading more than evaluative judgment about a work of literature. Read in

 

 

 

The Norton Introduction to Literature about different critical approaches in analyzing literature, pp. 1228-1332.

Look up the term online and see what you can come up with as an understanding of what you are to do in writing a critical analysis of a piece of literature.

 

 

 

Readings

The Norton Introduction to Literature

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 “Fiction: Reading, Responding, Writing” pp. 12-57

 

 Poe, “The Cask of Amontillado” p. 107

 

 Melville, “Bartleby the Scrivener,” p. 372

 

 “Critical Approaches,” pp. 1228-1332

 

Handbook

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“Research Strategy.” Section 50-55 (pp. 347-412). Information on the research process.

 

 “Reading and Writing about Literature.” Section 56 (415-422

CHOOSE FROM ONE OF THE STORIES ABOVE, TO WRITE ABOU

Mary is a model employee and works as a supervisor for a construction company. She has been an employee for more than 15 years. Mary is the only female supervisor and one of only a handful of women in a very male dominated company.

Her male peers have been there on average five years less and have been promoted much faster than Mary. She is the only one with an advanced degree. Mary likes her job and does not have any complaints about how she is treated.

One day after a particularly long hard day at work, Mary and some of her peers decide to go out to dinner. At dinner, a couple of her male co-workers start discussing salary and talking about other job offers with more money. Mary realized that that all of her male counterparts were currently making at least $5,000 more a year than her. After talking with the other supervisors, she determined that she has been making less, with no immediately discernible reason, for at least the last five years. Can Mary bring a claim for gender discrimination? Does the statute of limitations apply? Create a scenario for both before and after the Ledbetter v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.court decision, and its responsive legislation, The Fair Pay Act of 2009.

Your response should be at least two pages (double spaced) in length. All references and citations used must be in APA style.

 

Unit V

Employers have the right to decide what benefits to offer which employees other than those legally required. Some employers choose to provide benefits only to full

-time employees, while some choose to include part-time employees in their benefit plans. Read the following article: http://abcnews.go.com/Business/companies-offering-health-care-benefits-perks-part-time/story?id=14805107. Summarize the benefits that each company provides to part-time employees. Discuss the pros and cons of offering such benefits to part-time employees. If you were responsible for making the decision of whether or not to provide benefits to part-time employees what would you do, and why? Your review should be at least 500 words in length and should be formatted using APA style. Use your own words, and include citations and references as needed to avoid plagiarism

 

Unit VIII

 

You are the total rewards director for a large domestic manufacturing company. The CEO has announced that they will be opening a new foreign production plant next year in Mexico. This new plant needs to be up and running by the deadline set by the CEO. In order to meet that deadline the company must send ten U. S. based employees, including some upper-level managers, to Mexico to get the new plant functional. The CEO has come to you and asked for you to design a comprehensive and effective international compensation package to encourage the employees selected to take the assignment. Draft a memo to the CEO explaining the new international compensation program. In your memo you will need to describe the exact level of pay and benefits you want to commit to the program. For the purposes of this exercise you can assume that all 10 expatriate positions are equal and the domestic equivalent salary is $80,000. Make sure you indicate which base pay calculation you have chosen and what benefits should be offered. Be as specific as possible and provide references to support your answer.

 

Your answer should be at least two pages (double spaced) in length and make sure you apply APA format to your assignment.

Manufacturing Trade-Offs

Using the same manufacturing company you selected for the Week Two Assignment:

1. Discuss the influence of three to four of the trade-offs from the following list and give an example of each in relationship to the chosen company:
   • Lot Size-Inventory
   • Inventory-Transportation Cost
   • Lead Time-Transportation Cost
   • Product Variety-Inventory
   • Cost-Customer Service
2. Discuss three to four methods of coping with the bullwhip effect from the following list and give an example of each in relationship to the chosen company:
   • Reducing uncertainty
   • Reducing variability
   • Lead time reduction
   • Strategic partnerships

Your paper must be four to five pages (not including title and reference pages) and must be formatted according to APA style as outlined in the approved APA style guide. You must c

Using the same manufacturing company you selected for the Week Two Assignment:

1. Discuss the influence of three to four of the trade-offs from the following list and give an example of each in relationship to the chosen company:
   • Lot Size-Inventory
   • Inventory-Transportation Cost
   • Lead Time-Transportation Cost
   • Product Variety-Inventory
   • Cost-Customer Service
2. Discuss three to four methods of coping with the bullwhip effect from the following list and give an example of each in relationship to the chosen company:
   • Reducing uncertainty
   • Reducing variability
   • Lead time reduction
   • Strategic partnerships

Your paper must be four to five pages (not including title and reference pages) and must be formatted according to APA style as outlined in the approved APA style guide. You must cite at least three scholarly sources o the textbook and the Forbes’ web site.

There is much discussion and debate regarding the standards movement and its relationship to developmentally appropriate practice in early childhood education. In a three- to four-page paper, not including title and reference pages, address this topic by:

1. Providing a description of the standards movement as is exists today as well as the main tenets of developmentally appropriate practice (DAP).
2. Identifying and explaining your position in regard to these approaches. Are they contradictory or compatible? Can they be successfully integrated, or are they mutually exclusive?
3. Including a specific activity plan or instructional strategy and articulating how it reinforces the position you have taken in this paper.

Format your paper according to APA style

Describe the various tourism supply components that must be brought together to create a successful tourist destination. Provide an example as you describe the components

Your essay response must be a minimum of 500 words in length

 

Describe the factors that impact the survival and success of a seasonal tourist destination such as a winter ski resort.

Your essay response must be a minimum of 500 words in length