...Decisions in Paradise Part 2 University of Phoenix Critical Thinking: Strategies in Decision Making MGT/350 August 07, 2011 Decisions in Paradise Part 2 This paper reports on a company named “Drinks in Paradise” and the focus of the research that revolves around how critical thinking is used or how it affects a business decision. Drinks in Paradise wishes to expand their company to a location in Paradise. Nik is a new employee, the company has sent him to complete a business evaluation, and then to report his findings back to upper management. Nik will need to do a cost analysis of the situation and use the six systematic steps of the decision making process together with a cost benefit analysis in order to start the operation. To make an analysis every department has special techniques or tools they use. These tools check the feasibility and workability of a plan, and any unforeseen events. To make solid, sound, logical, and error free decisions is an important step from the beginning. “Critical thinking is thinking that proceeds on the basis of careful evaluation of premises and evidence and comes to conclusions as objectively as possible through the consideration of all pertinent factors and the use of valid procedures from logic” (Callahan, 1998 Par 1). Cost benefits analysis is a tool that can be used and will assist Nik and his team in conducting a financial analysis. This technique will help decide if a plan is a good one or not. Financial analysis...
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...Week Three: Decision Making Details Objectives 3.1 Describe tools and/or techniques used in decision making. 3.2 Examine decision-making models and influences. 3.3 Apply a decision-making technique to a situation. Readings Read Ch. 14 of Critical Thinking: Tools for Taking Charge of Your Learning and Your Life. Read Ch. 1–3 of Smart Things to Know About Decision Making. Read Ch. 4, 12–26 of Decide & Conquer: Make Winning Decisions and Take Control of Your Life. Read this week’s Electronic Reserve Readings. Participate in class discussion. Respond to weekly discussion questions. W3 8 2% Participation Discussion Questions Nongraded Activities and Preparation Decisions in Paradise Business Scenario For Weeks Three through Five, you will work individually using the Decisions in Paradise Business Scenario located on your student website as the basis for these three assignments. In this scenario, you will play the role of Nik, and your current employer is the organization represented by Alex, Nik, and Chris. You will also use the mission of your current organization to assist you in decision making in discussing this business scenario. There are three phases to this assignment which will be cumulative, meaning that each part will build upon the next. You will use this paper and feedback from your instructor as input to improve your Week Four and Week Five assignments. The three deliverables for this project are: Week Three: Decisions in Paradise Paper, Part I Week Four:...
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...[pic] School of Business Syllabus MGT/350 Version 5 Critical Thinking: Strategies in Decision Making Lou Ferracane Course Start Date: 10/26/2010 Course End Date: 11/23/2010 Campus/Learning Center: Oklahoma City Campus Please print a copy of this syllabus for handy reference. Whenever there is a question about what assignments are due, please remember this syllabus is considered the ruling document. Copyright Copyright © 2009, 2006, 2004, 2003, 2001, 2000 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. University of Phoenix® is a registered trademark of Apollo Group, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft®, Windows®, and Windows NT® are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Use of these marks is not intended to imply endorsement, sponsorship, or affiliation. Edited in accordance with University of Phoenix® editorial standards and practices. Facilitator Information Lou Ferracane ferracal@email.phoenix...
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...Decisions in Paradise Part - II Decisions in Paradise Business Scenario, Part II. Introduction: As it was discussed in the previous paper, “Decisions in paradise: Part I”, our company was looking at establishing a greater presence in Kava which is small island country in the South Pacific. Kava has been plagued with unfortunate circumstances that have brought about one disaster after another. , The problems facing the Arcadia Child and Youth Corporation were discussed. The problems were as follow: Organizational and Environmental Obstacles Construction, Resources and Actions Required, Ethical Implications, Factors Affecting Implementation has been evaluated. Everything is in order and we have other matters to consider now. We will start with the decision making technique from the University of Phoenix Model the 9 –step technique to complete this expansion in Kava. 1) Justify the use of decision-making models. 2) Analyze the elements of decision-making models. 3) Perform a situation analysis. 4) Differentiate between symptoms and problems. 5) Develop alternative solutions. 6) Evaluate alternative solutions. 7) Describe how personal, cultural, and organizational values impact ethical decision-making. 8) Select the best possible solution. Proposal Feedback from The Arcadia Child and Youth Corporation executive’s Team This paper, Decisions in Paradise Part II will provides information regarding the proposal to build a Child and Youth center on the South Pacific island...
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...Decision in Paradise Part I Tony O. Nance MGT/350 November 16, 2011 Dr. Allen Timmons Good title page Decision in Paradise Part I Introduction This paper will define the issues that appear in the business scenario surrounding the South Pacific Island country of Kava. It will also identify forces involved in formulation of the problem and identify problems with tools and techniques used to describe obstacles that may affect critical decisions made by key stakeholders of the Target Corporation. Very good – a paraphrase of the assignment and identification of your selected organization. Background According to Target Corporation, (2011), “Target Corporation a $64.9 billion general merchandise retailing business that is one of the most admired companies in the United States, India, and other parts of the world.” Target international retail success in other countries can offer the corporation an opportunity to expand operations in the South Pacific Island of Kava. Targets reputation of helping communities surrounding their stores can benefit this island community in many ways. Good job adding this section. Issues Nik a new employee of Target Corporation has been assigned to travel to the South Pacific Island of Kava. The company is considering establishing a greater presence in the country. Target has only one employee currently on the island. His name is Alex, the director of strategic planning. Alex is Nik’s direct...
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...Decisions in Paradise Paper: Pa Mgt/350 May 12, 2011 Bruce Betts Decisions in Paradise Paper: Part II Making decisions in life is hard within itself let alone trying to make decisions that will better an organization however, decisions need to be made and thought through so that the decision made is the most preeminent for the problem. When you have to make a choice and don't make it, that is in itself a choice (James, 2010). Decision Making Technique The decision making model goes well with our circumstances and organization. This model offers immense features on how to concentrate while trying to make a decision. To establish Kaiser Permanente’s greater presence in Kava the decision making model allows us to break down our problems and evaluate each problem put forth. This model allows us 1. Identify the problems Kava offers. 2. Define criteria, goals and objectives. 3. Evaluate the effects of the problem. 4. Identify causes of the problem. 5. Frame alternatives. 6. Evaluate impacts of alternatives 7. Make the decision. 8. Measure Impacts. 9. Implement Decision. The decision making model permits our organization to effectively focus on the problem of establishing a facility in Kava to provide healthcare. Defining criteria, goals and objectives is for the most part likable because those are issues that necessitate being thought of prior to our organization making a valid decision if we are going to build a new facility in...
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...Suicide Bombers What makes a suicide bomber? Is it religions upbringing with promises of paradise in reward for acts of martyrdom? Is it the parental support he or she receives for his convictions? Is it society with no means of fighting back against oppression and humiliation? (http://www.israelinsider.com/channels/security/articles/sec0049.htm). In this paper I will discuss the characteristics of a suicide bomber, their mission, as well as discuss suicide attacks. Suicide Bombers Suicide bombers are said to believe that God sends them on their missions, and by the time they are ready to be stopped with explosives, they had reached a hypnotic state. (http://www.israelinsider.com/channels/security/articles/sec0049.htm) As one can see, religion is a powerful factor. Though the Koran teaches against taking one's own life, the suicide bombers are seen as martyrs and are said to be living in the heavens. (http://www.cnn.com/2001/world/hanna.focus) However, it is stated that suicide is forbidden in Islam. However, fighting oppression is commendable, harming innocent bystanders, even in times of war, was forbidden by the prophet Muhammad. (www.israelinsider.com/channels/security/articles/sec0049.htm) Suicide bombers are very complex. They are never justified in their actions. According to Yediot Aharonot, this is the profile of a typical suicide bomber: 1. 97% of the suicide bombers have an academic education and an additional 28% have at least a high school ...
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...Decision in Paradise 2 In this paper we will look at a rational and effective thinking technique in which a person can evaluate all sides of critical decision making and most often plan for all possible scenarios in a particular situation. The situation that we are discussing in this scenario is the establishment of a Walgreens on the small island of Kava. The technique we will be using to analyze the situation is the “Six Thinking Hats” or the “de Bono Hats System”. As stated by Wikipedia (2009), S.T.H “is a thinking tool for group discussion and individual thinking. Combined with the idea of parallel thinking which is associated with it, it provides a means for groups to think together more effectively, and a means to plan thinking processes in a detailed and cohesive way.” In the article Six Thinking Hats: Looking at a Decision from All Points of View the author explained “Six thinking hats is a powerful technique that helps to look at important decisions from a number of different perspectives” (2008). He goes on to say “It helps to make better decision by pushing one to move outside their habitual ways of thinking. It helps to understand the full complexity of the decision, and spot issues and opportunities to which one might otherwise be blind” (U.K.A., 2008). When using this particular problem solving technique it makes it possible for one to solve problems and analyze scenarios from multiple approaches. We will now look at the Decisions in Paradise...
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...Decisions in Paradise MGT 350 Decisions in Paradise Part One Decisions in paradise, is a business scenario that will serve as the basis for a three part assignment. The author plays the role of Nik in this business scenario. Dillard’s Incorporated will serve as the author’s current employer and the company described in this essay. Alex, Nik, and Chris are all representatives of Dillard’s. Each part of this three part assignment will build upon the previous section. The author will attempt to define issues that effect business, highlight the forces involved in the problem, describe the organizational and environmental obstacles, and finally apply critical thinking in the decision-making process. Defining the Issues The Dillard's organization is looking to establish a new manufacturing plant on the island of Kava, in the South Pacific. The Dillard’s organization hopes that this move will be beneficial to both Kava and the Dillard’s shareholders. This decision to branch out to Kava will require careful planning and consideration of all the present issues. Issues present such as: natural disasters, health risks, and internal and external forces, create a challenge for Dillard’s Incorporated. Dillard’s desperately needs to develop a plan to have a greater presence on Kava. Forces and Obstacles Involved There are several internal and external forces involved in the decision to set up a manufacturing plant in Kava. External forces for example, environmental...
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...Decisions in Paradise, Part I Joseph Ray MGT/350 April 17, 2013 Patricia Mell Decisions in Paradise, Part I In this paper we will discuss and try to solve the problem in a South Pacific Island of Kava. As the Island nation is having many different economic problems must solve in this country. We will try to overcome both cultural barriers between our two nations. Also we must deal with the different disaster threats that Kava have as my company come over to help. We will try to identify the problem using critical thinking and the resources of my job that is transportation that will help the people of Kava out. Then we will discuss the forces that are involved in the problem. After that we will use formulation tools and any other resources to solve this problem and come to a reasonable solution to the problem. Defining the Issues The people of Kava are having a number of economic problems that must be solve as my company works to try to solve them. One of the main problems of the island is mass floods that can make it hard for my company to do it job. My business would need to find a solution to this growing problem. First I must sit down with my supervisor to formulate a plan that can enable the company to transport goods, supplies, and people from place to place. Since my company deals in transportation my company could invest in water taxis and few boats to transport goods to one in of the island to the other. After going over the plan of...
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...Decisions in Paradise, Part 1 Rebecca Lewis MGT/350 July 2, 2011 Cheryl Boehm Decisions in Paradise, Part 1 Kava is a significant island country in the South Pacific. There is cultural diversity of Kava is as diverse as our company. There is an ethnic mix of indigenous South Pacific tribes, African, Spanish, French, Asian (primarily Chinese), and since World War II, a sizable amount of Americans. Kava religious diversity is just as mixed as its ethnic diversity. Roughly 50% of the population is indigenous and the remainder is divided between Christian, Buddhist, and Islamic. Kava receives most of its revenue from the selling and manufacturing of petroleum, coffee, cocoa, spices, sugar, bananas, fishing, natural gas, and tourism. With Kava’s lacks a large work pool-50% of the population is under the age of 15, health issues (HIV/Aids and high risk for avian flu), the apparent likelihood of a natural disaster occurring (tidal waves/tsunami, typhoons/hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes just to mention a few), and non-natural disasters (petroleum spills, fires, and terrorism) are destabilizing the island’s infrastructure. With WDW being a well-known hospitality organization that specializes in “creating the magic” for its guests is committing its resources to help Kava. With WDW helping Kava it will not only help WDW but it will also deliver high value to our shareholders as Kava’s resources are critical to the world’s sustainability. Before WDW can determine...
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...A Practitioner's Guide to Ethical Decision Making Holly Forester-Miller, Ph.D. Thomas Davis, Ph.D. Copyright © 1996, American Counseling Association. A free publication of the American Counseling Association promoting ethical counseling practice in service to the public. -- Printed and bound copies may be purchased in quantity for a nominal fee from the Online Resource Catalog or by calling the ACA Distribution Center at 800.422.2648. ACA grants reproduction rights to libraries, researchers and teachers who wish to copy all or part of the contents of this document for scholarly purposes provided that no fee for the use or possession of such copies is charged to the ultimate consumer of the copies. Proper citation to ACA must be given. Introduction Counselors are often faced with situations which require sound ethical decision making ability. Determining the appropriate course to take when faced with a difficult ethical dilemma can be a challenge. To assist ACA members in meeting this challenge, the ACA Ethics Committee has developed A Practitioner's Guide to Ethical Decision Making. The intent of this document is to offer professional counselors a framework for sound ethical decision making. The following will address both guiding principles that are globally valuable in ethical decision making, and a model that professionals can utilize as they address ethical questions in their work. Moral Principles Kitchener (1984) has identified five moral principles that are viewed as the...
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...A Practitioner's Guide to Ethical Decision Making Holly Forester-Miller, Ph.D. Thomas Davis, Ph.D. Copyright © 1996, American Counseling Association. A free publication of the American Counseling Association promoting ethical counseling practice in service to the public. -- Printed and bound copies may be purchased in quantity for a nominal fee from the Online Resource Catalog or by calling the ACA Distribution Center at 800.422.2648. ACA grants reproduction rights to libraries, researchers and teachers who wish to copy all or part of the contents of this document for scholarly purposes provided that no fee for the use or possession of such copies is charged to the ultimate consumer of the copies. Proper citation to ACA must be given. Introduction Counselors are often faced with situations which require sound ethical decision making ability. Determining the appropriate course to take when faced with a difficult ethical dilemma can be a challenge. To assist ACA members in meeting this challenge, the ACA Ethics Committee has developed A Practitioner's Guide to Ethical Decision Making. The intent of this document is to offer professional counselors a framework for sound ethical decision making. The following will address both guiding principles that are globally valuable in ethical decision making, and a model that professionals can utilize as they address ethical questions in their work. Moral Principles Kitchener (1984) has identified five moral principles...
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...Decisions in Paradise Introduction There are different decision-making styles organizations choose to use when working on the most effective solution. When an organization chooses a decision-making technique, the organization must determine what style would work best. There is a process Innovative Services will use when coming to the solution. The purpose of this paper is to identify how to choose the proper technique, apply the technique, and analyze the steps toward the most effective decision-making style for Innovative Services in Kava. Choosing a Decision-Making Technique For Kava, Innovative Services must choose a decision-making technique, a technique that will show growth in the Kava community. The technique must clarify and define the issues, gather information, and analyze the pros and cons. The decision-making technique must give direction toward the goals with the most probability for success. There are restrictions to resources. With the resources available, the costs, and people involved, the decision-making process must positively affect those involved not only for the decision-making process but to implement the changes made. Applying the Decision-Making Technique Innovative Services is determined to help Kava. To establish a greater presence in Kava, Innovative Services would benefit by using the rational decision-making technique. The greater presence could come in different forms. It is up to Innovative Services to determine what is good for the company...
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...Decisions in Paradise, Part III Nik, who has imagined the Kava Island like a paradise prior to his actual visit of the place could not help but to develop an impression to forget about the business proposal in the island right after hearing the myriads of disasters threats in the island. Despite the initial frustration in the condition of the island, he was forced to go on with his mission and assignment which is to carry out the research on the island to analyze the possibility of the plans of the Teva Pharmaceuticals to increase its presence in the island. Determining Factors Affecting the Decision Implementation The disaster threats relative to the geographic location of Kava pose considerable risks to any business operating in the island. Teva Pharmaceuticals will not be exempted from that. The threats also pose real danger to the health of the people of Kava. The risks from the disaster threats could significantly affect the health of the population particularly if accessibility to affordable health and medical supplies is difficult. The threats from AIDS/HIV alone could be devastating but the threat could be eased with available protective device such as affordable and easy accessible condom sheaths. The situation in Kava could be a great opportunity for the Teva Pharmaceuticals to expand its mission which is “to play a leading role in the transformation of the U.S. healthcare system through its pre-eminence in the development, manufacture and marketing of generic pharmaceuticals...
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