Category: Business and Management

Communication
management plan：
Refer to  (PMBOK guide) A guide to the
Project Management Body of Knowledge
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Discuss why verbal communication is important to project success and describe
several ways of enhancing such communication. (650 words)
the
first part in italics is theory-oriented, you may not need to relate to the
case study when preparing it.
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Develop the Communication management plan.(600 words)
This
part is practice-oriented, you should write this part with regard to the
context of the project.

Choose one of the topics:
Choose one of the following topics: Quiet Quitting / Off-shoring / Recruitment and Retention / Employee Development / Lay-offs and Terminations / New Hire On-boarding / Upskilling / Mental Health In the Workplace / The Gender Pay Gap / Pandemic HR Lessons / Return to Office Pros and Cons / Work From Home Pros and Cons
2/ Write a paper with no less than 1,200 words and no more than 1,500 words.  Your paper should very clearly discuss the topic and help the reader properly understand the topic and what it means for at least one company. You must use in-text citation to show how you used your references. The paper would convince the reader of your argument. It would start with the general topic and use the specific company your are choosing to support your case.  
Example 1:
Topic: Employee Benefits
Title: How XYZ Company Improved Employee Morale by Reducing the Employee Benefits Costs
Use a cover page, write the paper, use In-text citations, add a reference page with the three or more references used

Case 1: Take It or Leave It
Both John Johnson and Martin LeBlanc are employed as systems software engineers for a budding social media company with offices in San Jose, California and Atlanta, Georgia. In fact, John and Martin studied at the same university and were in several courses together. Both were hired last year at about the same time, assigned to work in the Atlanta office. John accepted the company’s salary offer of $65,000 and Martin negotiated a slightly higher starting salary. Both salaries were competitive with starting pay for software engineers employed in Atlanta.
After six months on the job, Martin’s manager, Beth Liu, called him into her office to discuss his early job performance. Beth lavished Martin with praise, citing his technical skills prowess, for taking the initiative to recommend system improvements, and his demonstrated ability to work well with others. Of course, Martin was pleased and he expressed satisfaction in his role and he promised to make more impressive contributions to the company.
Beth said that she was pleased to hear Martin’s thoughts and indicated that she looked forward to his further contributions. Then, she went on to say that a software engineer in the San Jose office left the company and asked him to fill the vacancy. Martin was excited to hear the news because he had hoped to work in the San Jose office one day.
Before leaving Beth’s office, Martin asked her to confirm his new salary rate. Beth was puzzled by the question because Martin would be assuming the same role in San Jose. She reminded him of this fact and indicated that his salary would remain the same. Following company policy, Martin could expect to receive future pay increases based on performance or promotion into a higher-ranking job. His excitement turned to disappointment and he had second thoughts about moving to San Jose and began wondering whether he should take it or leave it.
Analyze the Case Study “Take it or Leave it” on page 51-52 of your textbook. Prepare a paper answering the following questions:
Why did Martin become disappointed?
Do you think that Beth’s decision was reasonable? Why or why not?
What are some factors that Beth should consider when transferring employees from Atlanta to San Jose?  From San Jose to Atlanta?
Support your analysis with at least two recent scholarly sources to substantiate your insights.
The analysis should be presented in APA format.
The analysis should be 3-5 pages in length, excluding the title page, abstract and references.

Describe the most important capital budgeting techniques and how they are used to arrive at investment decisions.
Name at least two capital budgeting techniques (for example, NPV, IRR, Payback Period, et cetera)
How does a manager differentiate when to use capital budgeting versus simple return on investment (ROI) techniques?

***hello writer, please respond to this classmate about their discussion post. They did their discussion on the questions asked below.***
From chapters 1 and 2 (hello writer, these chapters from the textbook are attached). Please create a new thread and respond to each of the following questions in a single post answering each question individually.
What are the development stages a firm typically goes through as it grows internationally and how does each stage affects the HR function?
Describe and define international HRM; PCN; HCN; and TCN.
What are the specific challenges of a networked firm?
List each heading to you know when the criteria is met in APA Format with 2 references.
Global and international courses must use current resources – 2009 to current – as the global community is ever evolving.
Articles from 2009 – present only. Use your online library.  No Wikipedia, BLOGS with Ads from Yahoo, UK Essay Buzzle.com, or sites that challenge as they present a biased opinion. Google Scholar is accepted. Works in APA Format with a minimum of 2 references.
Here is the classmates discussion:
Hello Professor and class, 
When a firm expands its operations internationally, it typically progresses through several development stages, each impacting the human resource management function in distinct ways. Understanding these stages and their implications on HR helps in crafting effective international HR strategies.
Development Stages of International Firms and Impact on HR
Export Stage: Initially, companies start by exporting their products without significant investment in the foreign countries. The HR function at this stage involves basic support for international trade compliance and perhaps managing a small export sales team.
Foreign Sales Subsidiary: As the market grows, firms may establish a sales subsidiary in the foreign market. This requires HR to recruit local sales and marketing teams and manage more complex employee relations issues in a different legal and cultural environment.
Production Facilities Abroad: Establishing production facilities involves a significant expansion of HR functions, including large-scale staffing, development of local management, and extensive training and integration efforts. HR must address local labor laws, customs, and practices, making it a critical player in the success of these facilities.
Transnational Operations: At this stage, the firm operates with a geocentric outlook, sourcing the best talent globally without bias towards any particular nationality. HR in this stage must manage a diverse workforce, often comprising employees from multiple countries, and ensure effective communication and collaboration across cultural boundaries (Dowling et al., 2013).
Definitions and Descriptions in International HRM
International Human Resource Management (IHRM) involves managing the diverse needs of the workforce in multinational corporations, including recruitment, compensation, performance management, and employee development across different countries. IHRM must consider multiple external factors such as different employment laws, cultural norms, and economic conditions (Scullion & Collings, 2011).
PCN (Parent-Country National): Employees who are citizens of the country where the headquarters of the multinational company is located, but who work in one of its operations located in another country. For example, a U.S. citizen working for a U.S.-based company in Germany.
HCN (Host-Country National): Employees who are citizens of the country where the multinational company is operating. For example, a German citizen working for a U.S.-based company in Germany.
TCN (Third-Country National): Employees who are citizens of a country that is neither the parent country nor the host country of their employer. For example, a British citizen working for a U.S.-based company in Germany.
Challenges of a Networked Firm
A networked firm, often characterized by a flexible and adaptive organizational structure to facilitate rapid responses to global market dynamics, faces unique HR challenges:
Managing Cultural Diversity: Integrating and managing a diverse workforce with varying cultural, linguistic, and professional backgrounds. HR must foster an inclusive environment that respects cultural differences and leverages them for innovation (Reiche et al., 2016).
Communication Across Borders: Ensuring effective communication in a networked firm where teams are often spread across multiple locations is crucial. HR must implement robust communication tools and protocols.
Aligning Global Objectives with Local Practices: Balancing the global corporate strategy with local practices and regulations can be challenging. HR needs to ensure that local practices comply with global HR policies while also respecting local norms and laws (Farndale et al., 2010).
Talent Mobility: Managing the logistics and regulations of cross-border employee transfers, including issues related to immigration, tax, and employee willingness to relocate.
By understanding these complexities and implementing strategic HR practices tailored to each stage of international growth, companies can better manage their international operations.
-Gregory
References
Dowling, P. J., Festing, M., & Engle, A. D. (2013). International Human Resource Management. Cengage Learning.
Scullion, H., & Collings, D. G. (2011). Global Talent Management. Routledge.
Reiche, B. S., Harzing, A. W., & Kraimer, M. L. (2016). The role of international HRM in global networking organizations. In International HRM: A Cross-Cultural and Comparative Approach. Routledge.
Farndale, E., Scullion, H., & Sparrow, P. (2010). The role of the corporate HR function in global talent management. Journal of World Business, 45(2), 161-168.

The purpose of this assignment is to conduct graduate level academic research on an industry of choice.
In the Article Review assignment in this topic, you selected an industry that you plan to focus on for your future career. In this assignment you will identify scholarly resources that will help you prepare for the Topic 3 Concept Map and the Topic 4 Three Pillars, Free Market Principles, and Future Impact assignments. Review the directions in the Topic 3 and Topic 4 assignments for details.
Using Google Scholar, the GCU Library, or another reputable site, identify industry-relevant scholarly sources that support the Colangelo College of Business three pillars concepts of servant leadership, ethics, and entrepreneurism, as well as free market principles. Refer to the topic Resources to determine what is considered a scholarly resource and for assistance with this assignment.
Complete the “References List Worksheet,” by accurately formatting the following nine references. These references should be formatted according to APA requirements within the chart and in the reference list below. Please be mindful of capitalization, italics, and punctuation. These references must all be from the past 5 years. Do not include topic Resources or Class Resources in your references. Include all of the following types of references:
Four peer-reviewed journal articles (include at least one article for each of the three pillars: servant leadership, ethics, and entrepreneurism and one for free market principles)
One book
One webpage
One dissertation/thesis from a database
One edited book chapter
Then, create a title page and a references list for the above resources. Submit the completed “References List Worksheet” to the dropbox.
Download and review the “References List Worksheet” found directly below the assignment instructions under “Attachments” for guidance on completing this assignment. Note: You must download this document, “References List Worksheet,” not just view it in your browser, in order to view all of the information in the document
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

Case Study 1: Jack Nelson’s Problem
Please read the Case Study located on page 21 of your textbook.
Guidelines
Review the Case completely before answer questions 1-16, 1-17, and 1-18. 
Answer the questions completely and analytically based on the concepts of the chapter. 
Be sure to pay close attention to your grammar, sentence, structure.
Provide citations using APA style.

***PLEASE FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND SUBMIT WHAT ITS ASKING FOR. THIS ASSIGNMENT REQUIRES YOU TO SHOW YOUR WORK SO PLEASE SHOW YOUR WORK. THERE IS ALSO AN EXCEL SHEET GIVEN FOR YOU TO FILL OUT THANK YOU***
QSO 330 Module Two Assignment Guidelines and Rubric
Overview
As a supply chain professional, you will be asked to manage a company’s inventory based on a projected forecast. The Master Production Schedule (MPS) is a tool that allows you to schedule material for your company in concert with the production of goods to be sold. Your job for this assignment is to take an MPS and plan out the amount of material needed for each week of production.
Directions
Complete this activity using the MPS Planning Grid Worksheet linked in the What to Submit section below. The Excel sheet has been filled in for the first three weeks to give you an example. For this assignment, you will need to fill in the rest of the spreadsheet. Show your work by inserting MS Excel formulas to calculate the correct values for all cells containing “x”.
The Excel sheet shows the following notes:
Sales for the first three weeks in the Excel sheet add up to 64 units.
The sales for SME are projected to be 25 units every week.
The first three weeks in the Excel sheet are using the sold units because they are in the past and have already been realized. Campaign Weekly Periods Four through Eight are projected.
Specifically, you must address the following rubric criteria:
Complete all MPS Planned Order Receipt and Planned Order Release fields.
Accurately calculate the Projected Available Balance values for Campaign Weekly Periods Four through Eight using MS Excel formulas.
Accurately calculate the Net Requirements values for Campaign Weekly Periods Four through Eight using MS Excel formulas.
What to Submit
Using the MPS Planning Grid Worksheet, complete all cells in the Campaign Weekly Periods table. Save your completed Excel spreadsheet by adding your first and last name in the file name (QSO 330 MPS Planning Grid – Your Name). Submit the completed spreadsheet for grading.

The company I chose is TESLA
You can also refer to Mergent Onlineand Business Insights (GALE)for more information on how to use these databases.
Using the same publicly traded company you used in the Environmental Scanning Interactive Assignment, TESLA, research the company online by accessing the Mergent database. Also, access the Business Insights (GALE), which offers information on global companies and industries. The database includes SWOT reports, market share data, financial reports, case studies, business news, and company comparison charts.
You may always research using credible online sources of corporate financial information; just be sure that wherever you obtain financial information, you cite your source.
For this discussion, you will look at the financial statements for the company you selected and, using the previous quarter’s financial data, interpret the data and propose a budget for the next quarter based on your current and prior analysis of company performance.
Complete the budget template using the Operating Budget Template Download Operating Budget Template: Template will be provided
List the current sales, discounts and allowances, net sales, margins, operating costs, and earnings before and after taxes. Include a minimum of two financial ratios (below) in your analysis. 
Prepare the next quarter’s budget based on your interpretation of past data.
Include at least three of the following types of relevant financial ratios in your analysis
Profitability Ratio 
Liquidity Ratio 
Solvency Ratio 
Valuation Ratio 
Leverage Ratio
In your initial post, provide a brief description of your company, a summary of your Operating Budget, and a rationale supporting suggested budgetary changes. Attach your Operating Budget Template to your initial post for your instructor and peers’ review.

This week, you will develop the content for the Product (or Service) strategy section of your marketing plan.
In this module, you will submit the following deliverables:
Brand Strategy
Product Strategy
Please read through all sections before proceeding to the next page and refer back whenever necessary.
After completing the module readings, do the following:
Establish the brand platform describing the brand: promise, voice, personality, positioning, and strategic recommendations for building the brand.
Compose a description of the product or service being marketed and recommend improvements to fit the needs of target segments. The product strategy should describe how marketing strategies will evolve as the solution progresses through the product life cycle. 
Follow these standard formatting guidelines for your Marketing Plan deliverables:
12 point, Times New Roman font
Double-spaced
Title Page
Reference List
Your marketing plan should include external research with appropriate citations and references written in APA format. For additional information, please refer to the Writing Style Guide.
Look at the attachments.