James Irby

Introduction of the research specialismAs part of this assignment you are required to produce an overview of two MSc research specialisms ( AI / Networking / Cyber Security / Software Engineering / Data Science) which are NOT the specialism you discussed in Assignment 1.   Your report must be in two parts: The first research specialism you are discussing for this assignment. This must be approximately 1400 words (+ / - 10%), and will count for 50% of the grade for this assignment. ...

The net present value (NPV) problem (10%)A car manufacturer is looking to bring a new range of electric vehicles (EV) in the next fifive years. This will require an initial investment of £500M and has running costs of £100M per year after that. The predicted incomes from this range are:   Notice that the initial expenditure takes place in 2020. 1. Assume a discount rate of 1% per year, and perform analysis of discounted cashflflow. You should create a data table in R wit...

Customer Analysis and Customer SegmentationYou are required to write a customer analysis and customer segmentation for a selected organization from your perspective (which would have previously considered in Assignment 1). You are required to identify consumer segments and target markets for a chosen organization. You must analyse the positioning strategy (ies) for a chosen product or service in that selected organization. Using the positioning strategy, analyse branding plan considering cur...

Questions:Assessment ModeCreate a 6 minute (maximum) recorded mixed media presentation to be uploaded/submitted to Canvas.See the Canvas site for requirements of the format for your presentation and technical guidance. Problem to address:Consider the problem outlined below that is presented by Sussex Boutique (fictional company) concerning their business; prepare a marketing research plan and proposal for a piece of mixed methods research, to include an element of observation research. &nb...

IntroductionsIntroductions In the story it is discovered that the creature does not understand the language spoken by the locals although it was suspected to be Latin, this gives a political dimension to it and as highlighted by Father Gonzales who became suspicious of the creature when he discovered that the creature did not understand the heavenly language. The story of “A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings” is written in the literary style known as magic realism. Conjuring tr...

Why researchers choose qualitative methods1.Give one reason why a researcher may choose qualitative methods for their research and illustrate your answer with one example    2.In the chosen paper, was there a clear statement of the research question and/ or aims of the study?  Do they match with the overall design and methods chosen?    3.Were all elements of sampling and recruitment clearly described and justified?    4.Is there a clear expla...

Part a: Inventory Valuation Methods and Implications on Net Income and TaxPart a: Explain three inventory valuation methods, and discuss the implications of choosing different inventory methods. How these methods are used to manipulate net income and pay lesser tax? High receivable turnover days are one of the major cause of insolvency. Cash flow planning involves making sure that a business generates enough cash to be able to pay day-to-day expenses. For example, many manufacturing busi...

Overview of Lance Hallam's SituationLance Hallam has come to you for assistance in preparing his 2020 Tax Returns.  He has also requested that once you prepare his tax return that you assist him in tax planning using all the information you learned in your UCLA Tax class. Please use the following information to prepare his tax return and draft a  3 – 4 page letter to him outlining your observations with respect to his tax return and any planning or recommendations that you hav...

Learning Outcomes Assessed- To be able to demonstrate a comprehensive and critical understanding of portfolio construction and management - To be able to formulate critically asset allocation models and investment decisions - To be able to resolve some practical problems arising in complex `real` environment - Interpret financial data and problems in the light of established theories - Access a wide body of empirical research literature and critically appraise it - Communication - P...

Unit learning outcomesUnit learning outcomes1.Demonstrate the following knowledge and understandingDemonstrate coherent and up-to-date understanding of the commercial and strategic aspects of airlines. 2.Demonstrate the following skills and abilitiesDemonstrate sound understanding of the requirements and considerations that influence the development of airlines globally. What am I required to do in this assignment?You are required to produce an individual report demonstrating the link betwe...