Task Using wrong information can lead to making the wrong decision. Making the wrong decision can cost time, money, and even reputations. Business decisions are only as good as the information used to make the decision. Low quality information leads to low quality business decisions. High quality information can significantly improve the chances of making a good business decision and directly affect an organization's bottom line. A data visual...
Questions: Scope The student is required to discuss the several strategies from global perspective in the context of supply chain management. The report also affords express structured opinions/ views into SCOR Models along with investigating several financial and operational strategies, many of which are related to the supply chain’s global outlook. The student is given a case scenario at the start and will develop strategies and a...
Question : Corporate Finance Assignment Brief: Part A – Business Valuations When we look at valuing a company, we take many factors into consideration. If a company has acquired a firm or merged this will ultimately affect the valuation. Mergers and acquisitions can add value if it was successful”. a) Evaluate the concept of mergers and acquisitions and how they can add value to a firm. Include real life examples of value creation ...
Task Part A Case: Globalizing the Cost of Capital and Capital Budgeting at AES Answer the following case study. Each question carries 6 marks. 1. What were the risk factors that AES had come across in developing markets? In what way did these factors influence the company? 2. What is the reason that companies should use different capital budgeting techniques, namely discount rate calculation models, for domestic and internation...
Task: Question 1AA company intends to upgrade its machine for a 10-year project, which just passed its sixth year. The new machine is of higher precision which is estimated to reduce defect costs of $80,000 per year and warranty claims by customers by $100,000 per year for the remaining life of the project. The applicable corporate tax rate is 17% and the cost of capital for similar risk projects is 15 percent. More details on the existing and...
Question: Marketers are increasingly pressed for resources (time, budgets and human) and must satisfy a broader range of stakeholders and influencers. Marketing planning can be supported by marketing automation to execute aspects of the plan, but this does carry risks. An effective plan must be continuously monitored, controlled and assessed for risk. The International Marketing Planning module provides students with the fundamental ...
Questions: Q1 – Capital Structure Newham plc is a food manufacturer which has the following long-term capital structure:£1 ordinary shares (fully paid) 2,500,000Share premium account 1,000,000Retained profit 1,400,0008% preference shares ...
Task Module Learning Outcomes Assessed: 1. Apply key International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) requirements and evaluate given accounting treatments for compliance with IFRS.2. Provide explanations, in a *professional context, for current accounting practice in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards. (IFRS).3. Prepare elements of single- entity financial statements and provide explanations of current accounting pra...
Question: A2. Gain understanding of the reasons for using simulation and get insight into the domains in which it can usefully be applied. (LO2) B. Subject Specific Intellectual and Research Skills B1. Solve Monte Carlo and discrete event simulation problems using @Risk and Simul8, respectively B2. formulate system dynamics problems to solve qualitatively or quantitatively to understand how they are used and how they behave; B3. experiment...
Question: 1.Explain the core concepts of the cloud computing paradigm: how and why this paradigm shift came about, the characteristics, advantages and challenges brought about by the various models and services in cloud computing. 2.Apply the fundamental concepts in data centers to understand the trade-offs in power, efficiency and cost. 3.Discuss system virtualisation and outline its role in enabling the cloud computing system m...
Question: Case Study: Pioneer Foods – Maintaining a competitive advantage The executive teams at all the subsidiaries of PepsiCo International, including Pioneer Foods, need to ensure that they stay ahead in the game by adding value to their clients and consumers that are a cut above the rest. Nandipha Ngumbela, (Pioneer Foods Group Executive for Human Resources) and her management team also need to do their part at Pioneer foods ...
Question: Your team is an engineering consultancy company and have been commissioned by the lead developer Lendlease to carry out a feasibility study and outline design for the redevelopment of the Millennium Mills located on the southern side of the Royal Victoria Dock and associated infrastructure. You will be considering plot 4 for the construction of a new building to facilitate the client’s requirements set out below. Basic details,...
Question: Working efficiently is essential if a business is to remain competitive. A well structured workload is key to individual and team success. The aims of the unit are to equip managers with the knowledge to identify priorities and set measurable objectives. Managers will know how to organise and allocate daily work activities, monitor outcomes, and respond practically to problems in a manner which supports the achievement of results. ...
Questions: This assignment is based upon Case Study 4 in the core text: “Uber: Competing as Market Leader in the US versus Being a Distant Second in China” (pls. see case study attached). Read the case and answer the following question: Using the Flower of Service, the Wheel of Loyalty, and market positioning (STP) suggest how Uber might adapt further to improve its market share in China. Learning Outcomes: 1) Provide a detailed und...
Questions: The Origin Of Underdevelopment And Poverty In The Democratic Republic Of Congo: Mismanagement, Lack Of Effective Administration Or Corruption? Solutions For a Bright Future For The Population. Answers: Introduction The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is colonized by the Belgium. In addition, the country became independent on 30th June 1960. The aim of this paper is to examine the issues faced by the DRC, which led to po...
Question : Executive Summary 1. Live Nation Entertainment was founded on 25th January 2010 and has successfully thrived in promoting, operating, and managing tickets for live entertainment not only in the US but worldwide. The company was formed after merging Live Nation and Ticketmaster companies. It has owned several entertainment venues and mand several c music artists to enhance its careers. However, the company needs to carry out a...
Question: Project requirements Lendlease are looking to you for answers as to how to achieve from the project the most appropriate: • Sustainable approach to design that will provide long term benefit to the local and wider area of East London. • An integrated infrastructure strategy and improved access and transport links fo the local people and businesses. • A strong commercial strategy & evidence that the development ...
Task Stage 1: Strategic Use of Technology Before you begin work on this assignment, be sure you have read the Case Study on Maryland Technology Consultants (MTC). MTC is a fictional company created for IFSM 300’s Case Study. It is also recommended that you review the additional Stages (2, 3 and 4) as well as the vendor brochure provided for Stage 4. This will help you understand the overall report and poten...
Question: Abstract Currency exposures are big risks for companies that engage in international trades across their borders. A company is exposed to currency risk when revenue earned abroad is converted into the money of the domestic country, and when payables are converted from the domestic currency to the foreign currency. Hedging enables international traders or businesses to manage their exposure to currency risk. When a firm hedges its cu...
Question: Please write down the report based on the instructions. Management report Instruction: You are writing to manager/management Assume he knows all about The situation and the alternatives Your qualifications Give the minimum amount of information needed to show That your recommendation is the best solution No full background analysis May brieflymention key points that will relate to your analysis and recomm...
Question: Learning Outcomes At the end of this module you will be able to: Function as useful and productive member of a marketing placement organisations’ workforce Develop marketing career aspirations and enhance personal development in the marketing profession Understand how to assess and continue to develop your personal, marketing and management skills and your personal behaviour Provide a good account of your current persona...
Questions: Module 9 Learning Outcomes Explain the cost of software flaws.Compare and contrast manual and automated source code review techniques.Examine code analysis tools. Module 9 Assignment Requirements Discussion BoardDuring this module, you explored the cost of software flaws and a variety of code analysis tools. Use what you have learned to compare and contrast automated software review tools with manual review proce...
Questions: Case: Ethical Dilemma As a buyer for a discount retail chain, you find yourself caught in a maelstrom. Just last month, your chain began selling an economy-priced line of clothing endorsed by a famous movie star. To be price competitive, you have followed the rest of the industry and sourced the clothing from a low-wa region of Asia. Initial sales have been brisk; however, the movie star has recently called you screaming and crying...
Questions Please Read This Information before You Start Working on your ECA This ECA carries 70% of the course marks and is a compulsory component. It is to be done individually and not collaboratively with other students. Submission You are to submit the ECA assignment in exactly the same manner as your tutor-marked assignments (TMA), i.e. using Canvas. Submission in any other manner like hardcopy or any other means will not be accepted. ...
Questions: Learning outcomes assessed in this assignment: Appraise and apply the regulatory framework of financial reporting Analyse and research International Accounting Standards. Assignment Brief International Accounting Standard (IAS) 16 Property Plant & Equipment and IAS 38 Intangible Assets both deal with Non-Current Assets in the Financial Statements. 1: Required: Distinguish between the...