Must answer With at lease one paragraph each question

 

1. In your own words, define the four fields of anthropology. Which one do you find most interesting and why?

2. Describe a potential situation where ethnographic fieldwork could be damaging to a person or group.

3. What do you think are the advantages of using cultural relativism when conducting anthropological fieldwork? Do you think total cultural relativism is

possible to achieve?

4. Do universal cultural values exist? If so, give an example of one. If not, explain why universal values do not occur in the diversity of human culture.

1. Explain what obligations the U.S. government has towards its citizens and how can these obligations impact individual and group rights?

 

• Provide real-world examples to support your explanation.
• Fully respond to all parts of the prompt and write your response in your own words.
• Must be 200 to 250 words.
• Support your position with APA citations (two or more resources required)
• Please be sure that you demonstrate understanding of these resources, integrate them into your argument, and cite them properly.
• Absolutely NO Plagiarism!!!!

How did the development of both Islam and Christianity affect the history of the entire world through the year 1600? Compare and contrast the origins and spread of each religion and the impact of each in various parts of the globe. Finally, in what ways did the two religions agree with each other, and how did they conflict with each other?

 

you may use the book:

Voyages in World History, Volume I, Brief

1) In a narrative format, brief the Arizona v. Hicks case: detail the facts, issues and court holdings.

 

2) Discuss the “plain view” doctrine including its requirements.
3) Should the “good faith” of a police officer play a role in the “plain view” doctrine?

 

4) As a Chief of Police, what training would you institute for your officers after studying the Supreme Court Decision in Arizona v. Hicks?

 

 

Unit II Essay

 

Identify the major stakeholders in your organization (or one with which you are familiar). Analyze the top-management structure (as explained in Chapter 2), investigate and enumerate the code of ethics (written or not written), and explain the ethical stance of all stakeholders involved in the organization. Identify the relationship among any reward systems and organizational goals and what positive or negative effect there is on employee productivity. Cite concepts and ideas from Chapter 2 to compliment your work.

Your paper should be at least two pages in length, not including the title page or reference page. You are required to use at least Chapter 2 of your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations in the proper APA format.

 

Unit III Case Study

Sony

 

Read and reflect on the case study about Sony on page 119 of the course textbook. Consider the CEO’s reorganization. What environmental constructs were involved? Why did the CEO have to adapt, control, and reduce uncertainty? Identify the mechanistic versus organic structures and how contingency theory was or was not applied in this case study.

Your paper should be at least two pages in length, not including the title page or reference page. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.

 

Unit IV Case Study

Xerox

 

Read and reflect on the case study involving the CEO of Xerox on page 145 of your textbook. In a two-to-three- page, APA formatted paper, describe the principles of the bureaucratic structure. Explain why flattening hierarchies and empowering teams is a strategy. Analyze what divisional structures are presented (product, geographic, and market). Conclude with your thoughts on how organizational design models and structures impact organizational development.

Your paper should be at least two pages in length, not including the title page or reference page. You are required to use at least your textbook as source material for your response. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations.

 

Unit V Essay

Organizational Technology Essay

 

Read and reflect on Chapter 9 in the course textbook, and compose a persuasive 500-700 word essay linking organizational technology, value, and strategy. You may use a real-life organization you have researched (or worked for) in order to illustrate your argument. Cite the textbook and at least one article using the CSU Online Library database to support your paper’s main ideas. Use section headers to share your findings, and persuade readers on the following topics:

 Identify three kinds of technology in an organization.

 Explain how different types of technology create different competencies.

 Describe how technology impacts organizational culture.

 Explain how technology can help organizational effectiveness.

 Relate how technology can propel an organization’s global expansion strategies.

Your paper should be 500-700 words in length, not including the title page or reference page. You are required to cite

Chapters 8 and 9 of your textbook and at least one article from the CSU Online Library. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying in-text citations in the proper APA format.

 

Unit VI Case Study

Nike

 

Read the case study, Nike, on pages 301-302 in your textbook, and compose a persuasive 500-700 word essay that includes the following:

 Describe ways that Nike could use at least two change techniques described in Chapter 10 to improve

effectiveness.

 Based on the case study information, explain which stage in the organizational life cycle Nike is experiencing (and NOT experiencing), citing ideas from Chapter 11.

Your paper should be 500-700 words in length, not including the title page or reference page. You are required to cite Chapters 10 and 11 of your textbook and at least one article from the CSU Online Library. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying in-text citations in the proper APA format.

 

Unit VII Case Study

How Mattel’s Barbie Lost the War against the Bratz Doll

 

Read the case study, How Mattel’s Barbie Lost the War against the Bratz Doll, on pages 361-362 in the course textbook, and compose a persuasive 500-700 word essay that includes the following:

 Explain why Mattel’s managers were able to slowly change decision making over time and what kinds of cognitive

errors contributed.

 Explain and comment on any factors related to organizational culture and innovation within Mattel’s setting that might have influenced the company in a more positive direction.

Your paper should be 500-700 words in length, not including the title page or reference page. You are required to cite Chapters 12 and 13 of your textbook and at least one article from the CSU Online Library. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying in-text citations in the proper APA format.

 

Unit VIII Case Study

Politics at Walt Disney

 

Read the case study, Politics at Walt Disney, on page 414 of the course textbook, and write a 1000-1500 word essay with two high-level section headers:

1. Conflict, Politics, and Conflict Resolution (In this section, answer the questions on page 414.)
2. Effects of Power on Organizational Structure (In this section, include discussion that:
3. identifies sources and effects of power on organizational structure, and
4. recommends how to evaluate organizational design/strategy in a global operations environment.)

 

Your paper should be 1000-1500 words in length, not including the title page or reference page. You are required to cite Chapter 14 and various other chapters in your textbook and at least one article from the CSU Online Library. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying in-text citations in the proper APA format.

 

Case: Groupon CEO’s letter to IPO investors

•http://money.cnn.com/2011/06/02/technology/Groupon_CEO_shareholder_letter/

1Extra: How does Groupon NOT “measure ourselves in conventional ways”? Is it good or bad for CEOs? For managers?  (1-page, due 10/17)

From An option portfolio theory, why does failure could be important part of a set of opportunities? How can this theory be applied in lean startup

2Extra: watch the video: Community Builder: The Life & Legacy of J.C. Nichols (30 M), answer this question (2 points, due Nov. 5): What is business model of J.C. Nichols on Country Club Plaza

3Extra: How to regulate these markets?

Jean Tirole, Nobel Award

 

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Important

1.Read the start-up story of WeWork. How did the founders apply the lean principles (which you learned in this class) ?

2.Describe the nine blocks of business model of WeWork.

3.Recall Henry Bloch’s start-up process in 1950s-1960s. What are the principles which helped Henry build “the business of business” in scaling up?

1.Read the start-up story of WhatsApp. How did the founders apply the lean principles (which you learned in this class) ?

2. Describe the nine blocks of business model of WhatsApp. What is key assumption of its business model?

3. Recall Henry Bloch’s start-up process in 1950s-1960s. What are the principles which helped Henry build “the business of business” in scaling up?

 

1. Waldan International is a manufacturer of high end products. What does the CEO say about the importance of quality and the market demand for quality products?

2. In our study of management and leadership, we are learning companies strategize to create a competitive advantage for themselves. How does Waldan International differentiate itself from competitors?

3. Andrew Waldan oversees all aspects of Waldan International. As such, he sets the tone for its culture. Considering the concepts of Organizational Culture we are studying, how would you describe the corporate culture of Waldan International?

4. Andrew Waldan is a youthful CEO. What (newer) strategies is he utilizing to structure and promote his company and its products? Is the CEO using social media?

UMMARY OF THE ARTICLE

Summarize the beginning, middle and conclusion of what the article is about, in your own words. Do NOT make any judgments or opinions in your summary. Your summary should include the main points/ideas of the article and it should be written in such a way that when you end your summary, I know the essence (beginning, middle and conclusion) of the article, even if I had not read it.

(TWO-FOUR PARAGRAPHS (ONLY) – NO EXCEPTIONS!

(25 Points)

ANALYSIS /CRITIQUE OF THE ARTICLE

(TWO-THREE PAGES MINIMUM)

(100 Points)

This part of the paper MUST be detailed. Use specific examples (where applicable) to clarify your discussion!

YOU MUST INCLUDE ALL 5 QUESTIONS.

Type (or copy and paste) each question and then answer it.

1. What are the strengths of the article? (10pts)

Discuss the strengths and include 2 (or more) detailed, concrete examples to 4 support your argument(s)

2. What are the weaknesses of the article?

Discuss the weaknesses and include 2 (or more) detailed examples) (10pt)

I will NOT accept that there were no weaknesses. Use your critical thinking skills to analyze two concrete weaknesses of the film (Use examples to support your argument(s).

3. What makes this article sociological? (10pts)

Discuss what you believe makes this article sociological. Include 3 (or more) detailed examples to clarify your arguments.

Use 3 (or more) sociological terms/concepts with examples and definitions to support your arguments) in context to what the article is about.

Do not include the terms/concepts without relating them to the article.

(Underline each of the three sociological terms and definitions).

4. How does the issue/topic impact society? Are there specific groups impacted by this topic more than others?

Discus how this topic impacts society and specific groups within society

(Include 2 or more detailed examples to support your arguments). (10pts)

5. Which sociological perspective(s) would you use to analyze this article?

Structural Functionalist, Conflict, Symbolic Interactionist or a combination

of all three perspectives? (Refer to Ch. 1) (10pts)

In your discussion, use concrete example(s) and explain WHY you saw the article from one, two or all three perspectives. (BE DETAILED by using examples to support and defend your position.

Imagine that you have been hired as a contractor by a local business that has recently purchased new office space for its growing business. Design a network for the local business based on the following information: The business has approximately fifty (50) employees, and the new office space will stretch across the third and fifth floors of a building. The fourth floor is currently occupied by another tenant.

Write a two to four (2-4) page paper in which you:

1. Suggest the equipment that you would utilize to design and implement a network, based on the scenario. Justify the need for your suggestions.
2. Recommend the strategy that you would use to combat the design challenge of occupying non-adjacent floors. Suggest a solution that includes the cabling / connecting of the two (2) differing office space floors.
3. Determine the primary security concerns regarding the scenario in question. Explain the controls you would implement in order to lessen those concerns.
4. Detail the specifics of your network design through the use of graphical tools in Visio, or an open source alternative such as Dia. Note: The graphically depicted solution is not included in the required page length
5. Use at least three (3) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources.

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

• Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
• Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

• Explain the complexities in an information technology environment by applying best practices and using appropriate technologies and methodologies.
• Describe protocols for inter process communication for communication across networks.
• Outline why the Information Assurance and Security perspective needs to pervade all aspects of information technology.
• Use technology and information resources to research issues in information technology.
• Write clearly and concisely about introductory information technology topics using proper writing mechanics and technical style conventions.

Mobile App Part 1 (Work Breakdown Structure)

This assignment contains two (2) deliverables: a summary document to be delivered in a word processor document format and a Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) to be delivered in a project file.

Overview:

Imagine that you work as the project manager for an IT department. Your organization has recently approved the development of a mobile application. As the project manager, you will manage the development of the project. The project will include user experience (UX) design by a consultant, graphic design by a team of two contracted designers, and in-house application development by a team of three (3) programmers and a database developer.

Deliverable 1: Summary (MS Word or open source equivalent)

1. Write a one to two (1-2) page summary document in which you:
   1. Summarize the project requirements and other assumptions (i.e., budget, human resources, workload, environmental dependencies, etc.).
   2. Define a work breakdown structure and describe the methodology behind constructing one.

Deliverable 2: WBS (MS Project or open source equivalent)

1. Use Microsoft Project or an open source equivalent to create a WBS which addresses the following:
   1. Contain at least five (5) main tasks, one (1) for each of the PMBOK® process areas.
   2. Contain at least thirty (30) line items distributed in five (5) or more work packages.
   3. Contain Work Breakdown Structure Code for each task.
   4. Present duration estimates for each task that results in a duration estimate for the project not to exceed the requirements described in the overview.

Deliverable one (1) of your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

• Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.
• Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length

 

• Mobile App Part 2 (Gantt and PERT Charts)
• Update the Microsoft Project file you created in Assignment 4: Mobile App Part 1 (Work Breakdown Structure) with the following changes:
  • Set progress in at least ten (10) of the line items.
  • Set the properties so that at least one (1) of the main tasks is behind schedule.
  • Create a Gantt chart for the project.
  • Take a screenshot of the Gantt chart which can later be inserted into your written paper.
  • Create a PERT diagram that identifies the critical path.
  • Take a screenshot of the PERT chart which can later be inserted into your written paper.

  Note: If you need a tutorial on taking a screen shot, visit one of the following locations: PC Users        Mac Users

  Write a two to three (2-3) page paper in which you:

1. Compare and contrast the information that one receives from a Gantt chart, versus that of a PERT diagram.
2. Examine the advantages of using a Gantt chart over a PERT chart and vice versa. Determine when it is appropriate to use one over the other. Justify your response.
3. Explain the importance of the critical path in project management.
4. Insert the screenshots of the Gantt and PERT charts you created based on the provided criteria. Elaborate on the status of the mobile application development project based on the updated information. Note: The graphical representations do not count toward the overall page requirement.
5. Use at least one (1) quality resource in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources.

Mobile App Part 3 (Risk)

Due Week 8 and worth 85 points

Reference the Microsoft Project file you created in Assignment 5: Mobile App Part 2 (Gantt and PERT Charts) for the completion of this assignment.

Write a two to three (2-3) page paper in which you:

1. Document at least ten (10) total risks (two [2] risks for each phase of IT projects) of the mobile application development project.
2. Assess the likelihood of occurrence for each risk.
3. Assess the impact of each risk on the success of the project.
4. Identify an owner for each risk.
5. Recommend a strategy to manage each risk.