...Unit One: Case Study (MIP) Kaplan University – GB519 Measurement and Decision Making March 2010 What is the ROI for MIP based on original estimates? • Operating assets ( development costs were $140 million • Sales ( annual operating income was expected to be approximately $25 million ROI for MIP = 25 million / 140 million = .18% What is the ROI if Richard Lawrence’s new revenue projects are used? • likely generate operating income of just $17.5 million per year ROI for MIP with new figures = 17.5 million / 140 million = .13% Elaine feels pressure to deliver “good news” to Blake. What advice would you give to her? Given the possible personal financial rewards that Elaine may enjoy if GSM goes public, would your advice change? The truth in the figures is exactly what Elaine should be showing to Blake. Although the numbers are less than satisfactory to Blake and his expectations, the numbers are the numbers and should be reported appropriately. It would prove Elaine less than assertive and capable of doing her new job if she sugar coated the news. Managers and executives require solid information in order to make sound decisions. What responsibilities does Elaine have to other GSM employees, the board of directors, and the venture capitalists? Elaine’s duty is to report to Blake. However, this is information that also affects all those involved with the possibility of MIP going public. Because of this, Elaine...
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...Kaplan University Graduate School of Management SELF DIRECTED LEARNING PLAN Your Name: Tiaira Walls Date: October 21, 2013 Course Title: GB519 Measurement and Decision Making Professional Goal (2-3 years) from now: My professional goal two to three years from now is to graduate with my Master’s degree in Human Resources and hopefully obtain a entry level position in Human Resources or management. Strengths to Leverage Step 1: The most effective and satisfied people align their work with their natural strong points. Identify 3-5 of your key strengths (see Column 1 below); these could be a competency, skill, ability, knowledge area or personal characteristic. Think about how you can leverage those strengths to be effective in your work, achieve your professional goals, and become a leader in your profession. Step 2: At the beginning of each course in your MBA program, answer the following question either using this template or a narrative format. What do you expect to learn in this course that will help you leverage your strengths? (See Column 2 below). Be as specific as you can, e.g., assume that strength is your analytical ability. You might expect to understand more about macroeconomics so that you can analyze how the housing crisis affects other segments of the economy, such as interest rates or unemployment. At the beginning of the course you are not expected to be an expert in all facets of the course learning; however, you can...
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...decision-making GB519: Learn to thoroughly examine decisions using measurement perspectives; immediately interpret the possible outcomes of decisions based on quantitative and qualitative values. GB519: The class text truly taught me a number of measurement concepts in decision-making including our ch. readings and assignments related to decision-tree analysis, forecasts, and pay-off table. The course material and the hands-on excel assignment was definitely a huge contribution to what I now know and understand of it. Investigate effective measurement techniques GB519: Understand the ongoing issues in decision-making such as investment risks, residual income, or performance-related issues pros and cons today. GB519: Unit 2’s discussion on decision making and analysis in today’s music market segments directly helped me understand effective qualitative measurement techniques in making decisions. Forecasts is another great pointer for making decisions based on quantitative understanding. Applying ethical principles GB519: Explore current cases in management decisions and identifying issues. GB519: There were several unit discussion topics that helped enhance my view in understanding ethics in decision-making including our insightful threads on biases, data integrity, and auditing. Understanding leadership approaches to processing decision GB519: Learn to be proactive and determine what’s good, bad, or what can change. Develop formulaic ways to decision alternatives. GB519: Our recent...
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...through the student portal – use the link under “Assessments overview and submission” to submit the information. The portal will close at 11:59 PM (AEST). Adelaide and Brisbane students please allow for time difference. . .Requirement: This assessment consists of two parts: • • Part A: Measurement and decision making - You are required to answer all of the following four questions (see details below) Part B: Critical reflection (see details below) The assignment must be completed individually and submitted before the due date to avoid any late penalties. Please make sure you follow the guidelines noted in your subject outline especially those relating to presentation of written work, late policy and academic integrity. GB519/MADM/3T2015/MIR/SK Page 1 of 4 Part A: 4 tasks @ 10 marks each Task 1 (10 marks) (approximately 500 words) Blake Romney became Chief Executive Officer of Peters Inc. two years ago. At the time, the company was reporting lagging profits, and Blake was brought in to “stir things up.” The company has three divisions, electronics, fibre optics, and plumbing supplies. Blake has no interest in plumbing supplies, and one of the first things he did was to put pressure on his accountants to reallocate some of the company’s fixed costs away from the other two divisions to the plumbing division. This had the effect of causing the plumbing...
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...William Clark January 8, 2013 Unit 4 Assignment GB519 Measurement and Decision Making Prof. Stanley Self Special Order Earth Baby Inc. (EBI) recently celebrated its tenth anniversary. The company produces organic baby products for health-conscious parents. These products include food, clothing, and toys. Earth Baby has recently introduced a new line of premium organic baby foods. Extensive research and scientific testing indicate that babies raised on the new line of foods will have substantial health benefits. EBI is able to sell its products at prices higher than competitors’ because of its excellent reputation for superior products. EBI distributes its products through high-end grocery stores, pharmacies, and specialty retail baby stores. Joan Alvarez, the founder and CEO of EBI recently received a proposal from an old business school classmate, Robert Bradley, the vice president of Great Deal Inc (GDI), a large discount retailer. Mr. Bradley proposes a joint venture between his company and EBI, citing the growing demand for organic products and the superior distribution channels of his organization. Under this venture EBI would make some minor modifications to the manufacturing process of some of its best-selling baby foods and the foods would then be packaged and sold by GDI. Under the agreement, EBI would receive $3.10 per jar of baby food and would provide GDI a limited right to advertise the...
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...PIEDMONT HOUSING ALLIANCE | COURSE PORTFOLIO PROJECT PT.1 | GB519 DECISION MAKING AND MEASUREMENT | TRAVIS N.T. DORSO 2/14/2012 | Abstract In the interest of the current economy, it would be of curiosity to look into the depths of companies that are currently being funded by the government and where these funds are being used. As the economy recesses more than progresses, consumers are finally becoming more aware of how taxes are being spent. This review is to evaluate an organization based on its product or service provided by critiquing its financial, customer, internal business and learning and growth. As the review is being read, also found will be the significant costs that are associated with the organization in an attempt to identify its quality of its product or service and if it has a significant effect on it environment, whether internal or on the economy. Piedmont Housing Alliance Piedmont Housing Alliance, for abbreviation (PHA), is a service oriented nonprofit organization that is federal funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, which will have the abbreviation of (HUD), Virginia Fair Housing Office, abbreviation (VFHO), as well as receiving funds from both local, state, and county governments. Its organizational goal, PHA, is to ensure quality of life by offering a variety of community development services that are targeted towards low to moderate income families in the area. Its organization is broken down into...
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