Exam prompt: Questions
1. Identify and describe the main business units (BU) of the firm.
2. Identify two or more business units that engage in a transaction within the firm. That is, from the
business units identified in 1. argue that at least one of them supplies (supplier BU) another one
(buyer BU) with productive inputs (goods or services). Describe the products or services supplied.
3. Does the transaction described in 2. add more value than the alternative spot market
transaction? For this question, you are asked to elaborate a counterfactual situation describing how
a fictional spot market transaction between the supplier BU and buyer BU would affect the
willingness to pay for the product the buyer BU produces and the opportunity cost of the supplier
BU(s). Compare that counterfactual with the value created within the firm—where the supplier
BU(s) and the buyer BU are part of the same corporation.
4. Given your answer in 3., list a set of synergies between supplier BU(s) and the buyer BU? Are
those synergies positive or negative overall? For this question, you must check the extent to which
each negative (culture, commitment to bad relationships and conformism) and positive (asset
specificity, frequency and future relationships) synergies play a role in creating or destroying value
created within the firm.
5. How does the buyer BU identified in questions 2-4. differentiate from its rivals in the industry that
buyer BU participates as a competitor?
Author: admin
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Title: Analyzing Business Units and Synergies within a Firm
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Exploring Scranton’s Architectural History: A Study of [Building Name(s)] “Historical Influences and Design Elements of the Albright Memorial Library: A Comparative Analysis” Title: “The French Gothic Style of the Albright Memorial Library: A Historical and Architectural Analysis” “Blending the Old and the New: Incorporating a Modern Steel and Glass Structure into a Historic Gothic Church”
For this assignment, you will visit
and research a historic building in the Scranton area. You can refer to the
following two resources on Brightspace which discuss landmarks in Scranton to
help you select the building(s) for your paper:
1.
Downtown
Scranton Landmark Buildings and Districts (Scranton Historical and
Architectural Review Board, 2015)
2.
History
Set in Stone: A Guide to Downtown Scranton Architecture (Lackawanna Heritage
Valley and Lackawanna Historical Society)
Parameters
1.
Select
1-2 buildings in the Scranton area to research for your paper. If you select
more than one building, you are permitted to compare and contrast their
architectural styles. You will visit the building(s) and take photos for
reference as you research and write your paper. You should include photos in
the narrative of your paper to illustrate your observations.
2.
Your
paper must be between 2,000-3,000 words (approximately 5-7 pages)
a.
I
do not have a preference on font size or spacing. The word count will be used
to assess whether or not the your paper meets the length requirement.
3.
Bibliography
– You must have at least four scholarly sources for your research.
a.
How
do I find and cite my sources?
i. Weinberg Memorial Library: www.scranton.edu/library
ii. Review the library’s Student
Resources Guide here: https://www.scranton.edu/academics/wml/infolit/student-resources.shtml
b.
Citation
Styles: I accept MLA, APA or Chicago Manual Style.
i. Citation Help: https://www.scranton.edu/academics/wml/citation-help.shtml
c.
Acceptable
Web Resources:
i. Met’s Heilbrunn Timeline of Art
History: https://www.metmuseum.org/toah/
ii. Smart History: https://smarthistory.org/
iii. All other web-based resources that
are NOT found via the Library’s catalog must be approved by me in advance.
4.
Please
make sure you include your name, the course number, and title of your paper.
Elements of the Paper
Introduction
·
Identify
the building(s) that are the subject of your paper.
·
Provide
general information: name, location, date of opening, architect (when known).
·
Identify
the style(s) of architecture that correspond to the building (i.e. Gothic,
Neoclassical, Victorian, Industrial Era, Art Deco, etc.)
·
Describe
why you selected the building(s).
·
Provide
a thesis of your paper. (The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has a
LibGuide with tips on writing a thesis statement: https://writingcenter.unc.edu/tips-and-tools/thesis-statements/). The University of
Wisconsin-Madison also has helpful descriptions of thesis statements: https://writing.wisc.edu/handbook/process/thesis_or_purpose/
Information
·
Provide
historical information about the building(s) and architect(s), when available.
·
Discuss,
when knowable, the commission of the building. Who commissioned its
construction?
·
Describe
the building’s original function and purpose.
·
If
the function and purpose have changed over time, please explain those changes.
How has the building been adapted or modernized? The Smurfit Arts Center on
campus, for example, is a former church that was renovated by the University
for both administrative offices as well as an art studio.
·
Do
you notice any modern additions to the building(s) because of the changes in
its use?
Synthesis
·
Identify
and describe of the style(s) of the building(s). Describe the architectural characteristics
of the style based on your research.
·
Provide
some historical background on style(s). Keep in mind that many buildings are a
combination of two or more styles.
·
Where
(region, country, and/or culture) and when did the style originate?
o
Examples:
If the building is considered Neoclassical, that style refers to architecture
that borrows from Greek and Roman Classical architecture, its elements, and
appearance. And, Neo-Gothic Architecture borrows from the conventions of
medieval Gothic design.
·
Identify
and describe earlier examples of the style(s) with which your building(s) align.
o
Example:
Many important governmental buildings, like those at the U.S. Capital, follow
the layout classical Roman structures, like the domed ceiling of the Roman
Pantheon. You should describe the connections between earlier examples and your
chosen building.
·
Discuss
materials and construction methods to the extent that the information is
available. You may be able to determine, for example, if the building has
masonry, wood, or steel structural elements just by looking. Other structural
elements may not be visible. If you are able to enter the building, you may
discover exposed structural elements (beams, vaults, columns, etc.). Identify
and discuss how these relate to the construction methods we’ve learned about in
the course textbook and videos.
·
Discuss
the building(s) location and describe why its site or positioning within the
city might be important.
Analysis
·
Describe
the building through visual analysis. Discuss its appearance and aesthetic
characteristics. If helpful, watch my Visual Analysis video on Brightspace.
·
Analyze
how the building(s) visually compare to historical styles. Provide your own
observations about the building and connect/compare those observations to other
historical examples from your textbook.
·
Analyze
how the architectural style has been adapted over time. For example, Roman
architectural principles have been reused and remixed across time and location.
How does your building adhere to, adapt, transform or mimic an earlier style?
Assessment
·
Describe
and discuss, from your own perspective, the importance of the building to its
occupants and its community.
·
Describe
how it contributes to the architectural character of the city.
·
Discuss,
based on what you’ve learned in the course, why the architects might have
selected the materials, design, layout, and style of the building. Discuss
whether you agree with their choices. (For example: discussing your opinions about
the addition of a modern steel and glass structure to a historic Gothic church.)
Things to keep in
mind
·
Identify,
Discuss, Analyze
·
Use
appropriate terminology and define the terms you use, if helpful for
readability.
·
Include
images that illustrate your narrative and description of the building(s).
·
Some
buildings will have more historical information available than others. When not
much is known on the history of the Scranton building, your paper may focus
more heavily on an exploration of its style and historic buildings of that
style and how they compare to each other.
·
Visit
as many times as needed.
·
You
may or may not be able to enter the building. It might be helpful to call/email
ahead of your visit to ask if the public are allowed to enter and if there are
any restrictions. For example, you will likely not be permitted to enter the
Scranton Cultural Center or private office building, but buildings like the
Everhart Museum and structures are campus can most likely be entered. It is not
absolutely essential to enter the building, since you can perform a visual
analysis of the exterior, but it is something to consider in advance.
·
Take
lots of photos and include some in your paper. Include captions that either identify
you as the photographer or cite the source of the photo. Use the photos to
illustrate your discussion of the building and its style(s).
·
Always
capitalize the names of architects, styles, and buildings.
https://www-jstor-org.ezp.scranton.edu/stable/988301?seq=1
https://www-jstor-org.ezp.scranton.edu/stable/988429?seq=11
https://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=o0D8DwAAQBAJ&oi=fnd&pg=PA303&dq=french+gothic+architecture+Musee+de+Cluny&ots=7DwLHEY7um&sig=FrwDCAoRJZQfmNfiPWe8Otxxch0#v=onepage&q&f=false
Outline So Far
Architecture Analysis: The Albright Memorial Library
Introduction
The Albright Memorial Library, a government-owned landmark
building, encompasses the French Gothic style. The Albright Memorial Library is
at 500 Vine Street, which marks the intersection of Vine Street and North Washington
Avenue. This building was originally constructed from 1891 until its opening in
June 1893. Green and Wicks of Buffalo, NY are the architects of this library
and the landscaping on the exterior was designed by Frederick Law Olmstead. I
selected this building because I was interested in the comparison of this structure
to the medieval Cluny Museum in Paris. The Albright Memorial Library is
designed after and shares French Gothic style and elements with the Musee de Cluny
in Paris.
Background Information
Provide historical
information about the building(s) and architect(s), when available.
· Architects: Green & Wicks of Buffalo
· Landscape architect: Frederick Law Olmstead-
the father of American landscape architecture. He is known for his famous projects such as the Central Park, Prospect Park in
Brooklyn, the Emerald Necklace in Boston, and the grounds of the United States
Capitol in Washington, D.C. Olmsted’s vision of landscape architecture
emphasized the creation of open spaces that were accessible to all people,
regardless of social class. Olmsted’s legacy continues to influence urban
planning and landscape architecture today, with his principles of design and
stewardship of public spaces.
Discuss, when knowable, the commission of the building.
Who commissioned its construction?
· John Joseph Albright, a resident of Scranton,
gifted this public library in honor of his parents
Joseph and Elizabeth Albright.
Describe the building’s original function and purpose.
·
The
original and current function of this building is a public library to provide the
community with access to books, computers.
If the function and purpose have changed over time, please explain those
changes. How has the building been adapted or modernized?
·
Do you notice any modern additions to the building(s) because of the changes in
its use?
·
A
modern Addition to this structure was an elevator
Synthesis
Identify and describe of
the style(s) of the building(s). Describe the architectural characteristics of the
style based on your research.
· French gothic
Where (region, country, and/or culture) and when did the style originate?
· French gothic style originated from Europe
Identify and describe
earlier examples of the style(s) with which your building(s) align.
· Musee de Cluny
Discuss materials and
construction methods to the extent that the information is available. You may
be able to determine, for example, if the building has masonry, wood, or steel
structural elements just by looking. Other structural elements may not be
visible. If you are able to enter the building, you may discover exposed
structural elements (beams, vaults, columns, etc.). Identify and discuss how
these relate to the construction methods we’ve learned about in the course textbook
and videos.
Discuss the building(s)
location and describe why its site or positioning within the city might be important.
Analysis
Describe the building
through visual analysis. Discuss its appearance and aesthetic
characteristics. If
helpful, watch my Visual Analysis video on Brightspace.
Analyze how the
building(s) visually compare to historical styles. Provide your own
observations about the building and connect/compare those
observations to other historical examples from your textbook.
Assessment
Describe and discuss,
from your own perspective, the importance of the building to its occupants and
its community.
Describe how it
contributes to the architectural character of the city.
Discuss, based on what
you’ve learned in the course, why the architects might have selected the materials,
design, layout, and style of the building. Discuss whether you agree with their
choices.
(For example: discussing
your opinions about the addition of a modern steel and glass structure to a
historic Gothic church.) -
“The Changing Landscape of Tech Work and Tech Workers: From Aristocracy to Activism”
As you know, the Bay Area and Silicon Valley hosts one of the planet’s main concentrations of tech workers and the tech industry (along with other tech hubs, such as Seattle, New York City, Austin, Texas, and Washington, DC). Normally, we assume that tech workers are fabulously well paid with wonderful working conditions in organizations that have egalitarian work cultures, etc. We often think of tech workers as part of the “aristocracy of labor” in terms of pay, benefits and working conditions. But this image has been changing in recent year, so is that still true today (or was it ever true)? What about the “shadow workforces” of big tech companies such as Google and Amazon (often called TVCs—temporary, vendors, contractors)? And why have so many tech workers tried to form unions and engaged in other labor protests in recent years? We’ve seen the first union in big tech in the form of the Alphabet Workers Union (Google’s parent company), as well as unionization campaigns at several smaller tech companies and among video game designers, tech workers in the media (including at the New York Times) and many others. So, why are more tech workers now thinking of themselves as workers who collective representation, rather than as a potential future CEO of the next billion-dollar start up? how are tech work and tech workers changing? Why have we seen walkouts by workers at Amazon, open letters from tech/corporate workers at Starbucks and elsewhere, Google workers and video game designers organizing unions and so on? What kinds of issues are they protesting – both “traditional issues,” such as job security and toxic management cultures, and “non-traditional issues,” such as the companies’ environmental commitments and cooperation with homeland security/immigration services, etc.. And how have companies like Google and others reacted to this upsurge in labor activism among workers in the tech industry? In short, how are both tech work and tech workers changing?
Readings:
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/28/technology/google-temp-workers.html
https://www.seattletimes.com/business/inside-googles-shadow-workforce/
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/my-experiences-working-googles shadowworkforce-karl-le/
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-07-25/inside-google-s-shadow workforce#xj4y7vzkg
https://www.axios.com/2023/04/27/unions-tech-industry-labor-youtube-sega
https://www.axios.com/2022/12/12/tech-labor-movement-unions-2022
https://www.businessinsider.com/tech-layoffs-allow-workers-learn-how-tounionize-2023-3 -
“The Dual Perspectives of an Animal: A Personal Tale”
pick an animal and your personal story, Write two different essays on your single subject, but each one will prove the idea from a different perspective and a different tone.
example essay: Sabrina Imbler’s Memoir, How Far the Light Reaches -
“Mastering Advanced Search Techniques and Boolean Operators for Effective Research”
In this assignment, you need to go to each of the links listed below. You need to read each in their entirety and take the quiz in the final link. Finally, you will (1) submit a two page (double spaced) paper explaining everything you learned from these links as well as indicating what score you got on the quiz. (2) For each answer missed on this quiz, identify why your answer was incorrect. (3) Finally, give 5 specific examples of how you will use what you learned in this assignment in your own researching. Be specific. What are the specific search terms and websites you will use?
Link:
http://www.slideshare.net/genealogymedia/jones-f309b
http://libguides.tru.ca/advancedsearch
Quiz Link:
Before taking the quiz, click on and read each tab listed across the top of the page (Introduction, And, Or, Not, Parenthesis). After doing so, then take the quiz.
https://guides.library.manoa.hawaii.edu/boolean/Introduction
Please ask me if you don’t understand, thank you. -
“The Importance of Critical Thinking in Decision Making”
Please read and follow instructions carefully. Use readings provided along with outside sources to answer questions
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“Marketing Research Analysis and Recommendations” Slide 1: Marketing Research Analysis – This slide will present an analysis of questions 18-19 from the survey conducted, using concepts from Chapters 10, 11, and 13. – The
No introduction slide needed.
Marketing Research ANALYSIS (2 slides)
Analyze Questions 18-19 from Survey & apply concepts from Chapters attached. (1 slide for each question of survey)
Present
your Microsoft Forms results in tables with relevant visuals. Analyze and
interpret your data, turn data into information, illustrate, support your
findings, and highlight key points.
Apply
concepts related to Ch. 10, 11 & 13. Present your data in an accurate
manner while keeping a focus on key
findings, presenting/organizing data with appropriate tabulations,
interpretations and illustrations.
Ch. 10,11,& 13 attached below.
Section A: MR Implementation:
(2 slides)
• Describe
your data collection process, sampling approach and survey response rate. Refer
to ch. 5 Descriptive studies to apply MR theory, such as reducing survey errors with
proper execution/administration.
• Refer
to ch. 6 on
sampling describe and justify the sampling method used, you should aim to
achieve a sample size of 40 respondents.
Full Survey, Ch.5 & Ch. 6 attached below.
Section D. Recommendations:
1 slide
• What are the marketing implications for your study?
• What suggestions for potential success can you make to a marketer? -
Empathy and Verbal Communication Empathy and Verbal Communication Part A: Being Empathetic Towards Others a. Watch this short video: “Brene’ Brown on Empathy” b. After watching the video, answer the following
Part A: Being Empathetic Towards Othersa. Watch this short video: “Brene’ Brown on Empathy”Link
b. After watching the video, answer the following questions: 1. In the video, the speaker gives an example of a type of “You statement” that would drives disconnection with others. What was the phrase? Provide an example of when someone used that phrase on you (or you used it when talking to someone else) and describe how it made you (or them) feel. 2. In the video, the speaker gives an example of an empathic “I statement” that would drive connection. What was the phrase? Provide an example of when someone used that phrase on you (or you used it when talking to someone else) and describe how it made you (or them) feel. 3. How might you start to incorporate more empathetic responses in your face-to-face AND online interpersonal communications with others.
Part B: Verbal “Flames”1. Read: then write out the definition of a verbal “flame” from the My First Flame.pdf reading.
2. How would you feel if you received the flaming email that the author of the “My First Flame” received and why (reference core values, individual or cultural context)?
3. Define “Destructive Language” from the Verbal Communication.PDF reading (you have to read the text boxes and the entirety of that section of the reading to get the definition) and then provide and examples of “destructive language” from the email the author received in the My First Flame.pdf
4. Define “Verbal Aggression” from the Verbal Communication.PDF reading and then provide and examples of “verbal aggression” from the email the author received in the My First Flame.pdf
5. Using gratitude (from the discussion forum this week) AND the tips in the short blog post on How to Deal With a Difficult (or Angry) Customer: 16 Tips how might you respond to flaming email that the author of the “My First Flame” received?
6. Page 119 of the textbook chapter (Experiencing & Expressing Emotions.PDF talks about online communication empathy deficits (including online verbal flaming). Share a specific example of when you (or someone in your life) has received a negative comment online? After reading the materials this week, how might you respond now, if someone posted something negatively about you in a comment on social media (i.e. Twitter, Snapchat, Facebook, YouTube, etc.)
Formatting criteria:
Name. Have your first and last name, CMST101, Professor Voso, and the date in the top left corner.
Page Number. Your last name and page number in the top right corner.
College-level writing! Free of typos and grammatical errors, and try to avoid contractions (better if these are not written using a cell phone…)
Separate Paragraphs. Create a separate paragraph for each part of the assignment.
Page length. This assignment is about 2 pages. Spacing/Font type/size. Double-spaced, Times New Roman, 12 point font
Concepts. Incorporate concepts learned in class during the week.
Template: Here is a template you can use: APA Assignment Format.docx -
Title: “Informing Policy through Infographics: A Visual Approach to Annotated Bibliographies and Policy Briefs”
powerpoint is infograph style. example is attached.
annotated bibliography needed is attached as well as the policy brief of information need for PP