...Mrs. Acres / Strayer 1 Economics of Mrs. Acres Pies Monopolistic Competition Bus 508 Mrs. Acres / Strayer 2 Economics of Mrs. Acres Pies / Strayer University – Monopolistic Competition Introduction The first part of this paper will discuss both the short and long term effects of supply and demand as well as pricing, on Mrs. Acres Homemade Pies. The second part will review the factors of production for Strayer University which operates in an industry that is classified as monopolistic. Mrs. Acres Homemade Pies holds a coveted position in today’s economic climate. It is experiencing tremendous sales growth and has the opportunity to create additional jobs. The company is facing a number of difficult decisions as it tries to meet the high demand for its product. Short Term Outlook The first scenario will look at the short term effects on her business if she decides to maintain current production and raise prices. It is assumed all other things are equal. According to the law of demand, there is an inverse relationship between a product’s price and the quantity demanded of that product (McConnell; Brue, 2009). It is initially appealing for her to raise the...
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...My experience installing the Microsoft software was a little challenging, when I first purchased my new computer. I purchased all of the newest versions of Windows 8. According to Strayer University requirements I needed Windows 7 or better but with the new computers I was not able to purchase the older version because my computer would have to be downgraded in order to do so. Using the disc provided I downloaded the applications and installed to my computer. Once downloaded I moved the components to my desktop. Each component was launched and an icon appeared for each component onto my desktop. The components which were installed are as follows: Access 2013, Power Point 2013, Excel 2013, Publisher 2013, One Note 2013, Outlook 2013 and Word 2013. In addition, I did not have any issues installing the software, however my concern was the amount of storage I have on my new computer. I predict the least difficult Microsoft Office component that I feel will be the least difficult to learn would be Word 2013, because I have been using it for a few months and I also use it daily for work. Using it daily for work allows me to learn more about what the new program can do. Although it does more than 2010 it keeps me up to date with the newest version. I predict the most difficult Microsoft Office component will be Power Point 2013 and Excel 2013, because I have not worked with the software at all and I am eager to learn the Power Point and Excel. I feel it will be a little difficult...
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... A potential conflict that could arise for Strayer University is the need to improve the graduation rate. From a report in 2011, Strayer University had an average graduation rate of fourteen percent. There are a few factors that cause the graduation rate to be low. Strayer University is in the category of a for-profit institution. For-profit institutions usually do not offer electives to students. "For-profits offer highly structured programs, with no electives. You're on a clear path." (Clark, 2011) For-profit institutions have a higher tuition than other schools. Many of the students borrow in the form of federal loans or receive federal grants to attend these schools, thus created a large amount of debt for students. This does, however, increase the profits of the school. For-profit schools do not make money the way other schools make money off of state grants and scholarships. Some of the students that attend for-profit institutions are not prepared for the type of courses that are offered there. Some of the students are not disciplined enough to sign onto the school’s website for the course material and follow the lesson plan, if the student is enrolled in an online course. There are also students that are attending nontraditional schools because they are the first in their family to attend school. Many of these students tend to drop out of school and default on their loans. The decision makers for the university should began negotiations to manage any conflicts...
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...Dean Strayer University Dear Dean Hawkins I am writing to you to express my interest to take up graduate studies at Strayer University. I have been aspiring to pursue a Master's degree in Information System at your esteemed university. I completed my Bachelor's degree in Business Administration in 2009 and since then, have been working in a business oriented field, where I work with computer systems on a regular basis. I’ve always had a passion to work with computers, and I believe that pursuing the said course in your university will enhance my earlier skills and help me add to my experience. My experience in entirety has been extremely elevating and rewarding as I have put in a great deal of efforts in all my endeavors. Ambition and hard work were the virtues that were instilled in my character since the beginning, and as a result I never shied away from challenges. Learning on my own and sharing my knowledge with others has been most meaningful, which I believe will work towards my advantage in the future. I wish to pursue further education as I believe that learning should be a continuous process. I also believe that my personal qualities and the skills that I have acquired will surely aid me in fulfilling your requirements and hopefully increase my chances of securing a place in your institution. To conclude, I look to pursue a Master's degree in order to refine my knowledge and skills in my areas of interest, and graduate study at your university will be...
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...Kodak and Fujifilm Melissa M. Bunting Strayer University Business 302 Professor Monique Baucham July 24, 2014 Eastman Kodak Company, commonly known as Kodak, is an American technology company focused on imaging solutions and services for businesses. The company is headquartered in Rochester, New York, United States and incorporated in New Jersey. It was founded by George Eastman in 1888. Kodak is best known for photographic film products. During most of the 20th century Kodak held a dominant position in photographic film, and in 1976, had a 90% market share of photographic film sales in the United States. The company's ubiquity was such that its tagline "Kodak moment" entered the common lexicon to describe a personal event that demanded to be recorded for posterity.[1] My strengths will be that I am offering a fresh new product with a variety of colors that will compliment a variety of ethnicities. I want my product to also help with health maintenance of the natural hair with beautiful, shiny, long lasting sheen that many women long for. Most women put a lot of emphasis on their hair and makeup in the morning and have to refresh throughout the day. I want to market a product you utilize and forget about it but continue to get the compliments on your look. I want my hair products to be luxurious and flowing giving all customers the highest self esteem. Because the beauty industry is so large in the area I am choosing I feel like I have a good opportunity to launch...
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...Assignment 1: Accessing Oracle Intro to Relational Dbase Management Sys Accessing the Strayer University Oracle Server is not a hard task to do with the proper instructions presented to you. I have broken down the steps in which accessing the database can be an easy experience even for those that are not experienced with Telnet sessions. The tool I used to take my screen shots is SnagIt 11 which is a great tool for capturing screen shots especially inside a telnet session or remote desktop. The program allows for capturing the image you want without have to crop it which would happen using the Ctrl-Print Screen option which will capture your entire desktop work space. The first steps in accessing the Strayer University Oracle server is making sure you have a good telnet session in which to remote into the server. As described in the Strayer University procedures I’ll be showing this telnet session using the program Putty. There are many other telnet programs available to advanced users such as IBM’s 3270 and Microsoft Telnet that can be used as well. First step to accessing an Oracle Server via a Telnet session is actually configuring the session to make the connection to the server happen. Below shows the setup within Putty to establish the connection: Configure the Host Name or IP address to the Oracle server and Port number are the biggest part of making the connection happen. Once this information has been setup you are able to create it as a saved session so...
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...Fallon Murray 8969 Fulton Ln. Cordova, TN 38016 901-846-3744 fmurray82@gmail.com 11/04/2013 Dear Human Resource Manager: This is with reference to a position posted on your website. I have enclosed my resume with this letter which will accentuate my experience and knowledge to perform this job efficiently. Along with my diploma in Human Resources Management from the Strayer University and extensive experience in this field, I have the potential to become the most important member of your HR Department. My skills and capabilities are strongly in line with the requirements stated in your job description. For instance, I am extremely proficient in processing and maintaining filing systems for all employees whom I deem is the most important function of an HR assistant. Besides, I am highly skilled in assisting the department with various HR related activities which include maintaining and updating organizational charts on a regular basis, updating the department’s information on the company website along with other HR programs including strategic planning activities and corporate recruiting. Furthermore, I take pride in my capability and experience in providing administrative support to the company’s business partners where required and assist with both the company’s compensation and appraisal programs. I understand the skill and discretion required in handling employees’ verification requests and competent enough in providing the same in a timely fashion. Most prominently...
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...Computer Based Learning & Shaw University IS535 –Managerial Applications of Information Technology Abstract On September 22, 2011 I set out to explore the effects of full scale Computer Based Learning within Shaw University. My agenda was clear, my outcome was predictable. On October 15, 2011 I concluded my research. Little did I know, Computer Based Learning would become more than just a technological tool used by the Shaw U. It would become the way of the future and most likely the life blood of the university. Table of Contents Definition 2 Background of Company 3-4 Current Business Issues 5-6 Proposed Solution 7 Recommendations 8 References 9 Definition Many people hear the term computer based learning and assume that it’s a method of college students taking classes at home. Fortunately for those of us that use it, and industry vendors that provide computer based learning, it’s not quite that simple. Computer based learning, sometimes abbreviated to CBL, refers to the use of computers as a key component of the educational environment. The term more broadly refers to a structured environment in which computers are used for teaching purposes. CBL originally derived from computer based training, known as CBT. Computer based learning first emerged in the 1980s. During the 1990s a group of schools were identified as computer based learning institutions. These schools used constructivist and cognitive learning plans. The two environments...
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...English homework. His brothers are consistently running around, and his mother is trying to cook dinner. His Dad is a construction worker, who is constantly working 12-15 hours a day, and he wonders if he will even make it through 4 years of high school with all these distractions. That young man was me. Thankfully, I did make it through high school, but after serving my country for 6 years I had not thought of attaining a higher education. I have chosen to change my life by attending Stayer University because it will allow me to earn a degree in my field of study, and make my parents proud of my accomplishment. Also this will help stabilize me, financially, emotionally, and mentally. Attending Strayer University is definitely a dream come true. Never had I thought about higher education after six years of service in the United States Army to this great country. Honestly the first thing I thought about after I left the Army was going straight to work since I knew I already had the experience in the HR Field. Well, I was wrong. It was extremely difficult to find a job that suited me, but since I did not have a degree in that field of study it made it harder for myself. Eventually I just decided to live off of unemployment for two years (worst decision ever) because I really did not know what I wanted to do with my life at the time. In 2013 I made the bold move of leaving Connecticut, and moving south to Tennessee, because I had a good friend of mine that lived there in Manchester...
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...Revised 04/10/2012 Quarter | SPRING 2012 (4/2/2012 – 6/18/2012) | Meeting Days/Time | Mondays: 6–10 pm Room #103 | Instructor | Professor Shervelle Thomas | Instructor Phone | C: (901) 212-1950 H: (901) 552-4241 W: (901) 434-6647 | Instructor E-mail | shervelle.thomas@strayer.edu | Instructor Office Hours/Location | Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6- 8 pmAdditional times available by appointment | Academic Office Phone Number | (901) 251-7111 | Strayer Technical Support | (877) 642-2999 | COURSE DESCRIPTION Presents the fundamental concepts of organizational behavior. Emphasizes the human problems and behaviors in organizations and methods of dealing with these problems. Focuses on motivation, informal groups, power and politics, communication, ethics, conflict resolution, employment laws, technology and people, and managing change. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS Required Resources Nelson, D., & Quick, J. C. (2009). Organizational behavior: 2010 custom edition. Mason, OH: Cengage Learning. Supplemental Resources Austin, J. (2009). Mapping out a game plan for change. HRMagazine, 54(5), 39-42. Effective organizational communication: A competitive advantage. HRMagazine, 53(12), 1-9. Buckingham, M. (2009). How women handle success. BusinessWeek, 4153, 70-71. COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Evaluate human behavior in organizations and the forces shaping the behavior. 2. Analyze individual differences within organizations and their impact...
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...relentlessly; therefore, the dreams do become inevitable and accessible. I have also taken inspiration from these brave words and feel one can achieve anything if one pursues it with diligence and perseverance and I have set my heart on obtaining my Masters of Business Administration JWMI, from one of the most reputed universities of the world. Furthermore, I have concluded that studying at your esteemed university will definitely be the catalyst in putting me on the road to success. Studying at the Jack Welch Management Institute will give me much needed experience to interact with people from different occupations and nationalities. This will equip me well in the ability to interact with a vast growing society of many nationalities, which is a necessity in any type of work place. My father, an Entrepreneur and a laborer, has inspired me to work hard in order to succeed also to achieve the very best education available. This is the reason that both my parents have been supportive of my Education and aspirations to study Business and qualify myself appropriately. My aim of furthering my studies in the Master of Business Administration field will add to my experience and exposure that will prove valuable to me in my future ventures. My mother, Business owner and a very devoted person has also been supportive of my decision and I bond very well with her. We all share a very close and loving relationship. They have both been a source of inspiration to me...
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...COURSE DESCRIPTION Surveys U.S. history from the end of the Civil War. Traces socioeconomic developments following the First World War and their impact on present American attitudes and policies toward domestic as well as international affairs. INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS Required Resources Schultz, Kevin M. (2014) HIST: Volume 2: U.S. history since 1865 (3rd ed.). University of Illinois at Chicago: Wadsworth Cengage Learning. (Note: This is a textbook uniquely created for Strayer and can only be purchased through the Strayer Bookstore. The contents of the book differ from the national title.) Supplemental Resources Alpha History. Retrieved from http://alphahistory.com American Experience. Retrieved from http://www.pbs.org American Rhetoric. Retrieved from http://americanrhetoric.com A Multimedia History of World War One. Retrieved from http://www.firstworldwar.com Calisphere: University of California. Retrieved from http://www.calisphere.universityofcalifornia.edu/ Miller Center: University of Virginia. Retrieved from http://millercenter.org Multimedia Educational Resource for Learning and Online Teaching. Retrieved from http://www.merlot.org COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES 1. Identify and discuss the different ways that the heritage of slavery, the Civil War, the Reconstruction, and segregation have shaped America’s history. 2. Summarize and discuss the ways that formal policies of government have influenced the direction of historical and social development...
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...Running head: ACCESSING ORACLE Accessing Oracle Intro to Relational Database Management Systems CIS111 Professor Rachelle Howard October 21, 2012 Accessing Oracle Accessing Strayer University UNIX server is an information technology tool that assists the completion of curricula activities and student lab assignments designed to expand the knowledge base in relational database management systems. For the first assignment, the following steps were taken to accomplish access to Oracle: 1. The first step to get to the Oracle server, Click on Start-> Programs -> Putty, was simple and easy. 2. After typing in the host name, UNIX-online.strayer.edu, I ensured the port was set to 22 and that the radio button was set for SSH. After entering Student Unix Server in the Saved Sessions box I selected “open” instead of going to the next step of selecting Category, which caused me to have to start over. 3. In the Category area on the left I selected Window. In the Columns and Rows boxes I entered 120 and 60 respectively to set the initial window size when opening the terminal window. Under Lines of scrollback, I enter 20000 and verified the remaining boxes. 4. I experienced dificulty with setting the colours. Under the Categories\Window to select Colours I selected ANSI Blue and typed in the values in the illustration before I selected Modify. I changed the colour to yellow and selected OK. This caused me to start the initial setup from step 1. I repeated this...
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...Total Rewards System Proposal Claudia Taylor-Berry Dr. Steven Davis HRM 533 – Spring 2015 May 18, 2015 Question # 1-Create a brief overview of the company requirements for a total rewards system. Many organizations in today’s business arena want a total rewards system that encompasses the company’s objectives and their interconnection to the total rewards system (“WorldatWork,” 2007). However, mega organizations that employ over 20,000 employees and provide services in several different countries may require a more diverse total rewards system. With that said, the organization must have a purpose, objectives, eligibility requirements, measuring techniques, funding, structure, global considerations, a timeline of detailed actions, and laws when creating their total rewards system. According to the experts, a company must consider the following core provisions as components of their total rewards system: * Cash Compensations: The employee’s base pay and incentives. * Benefits: The employee’s health care and retirement aids. * Work and Life Balance: Assisting the employee by offering tools to assist with balancing work and life. * Performance Management and Recognition: Aligning company goals with total rewards through individual and team efforts, and the acknowledgements of employee actions, behaviors, performance, and efforts in achieving company goals. * Career Advancement and Development: The employee’s career development and promotion (“WorldatWork...
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...people of color and that it should not be taken for granted. They also taught me that education was the best way to attain great success, no matter how I chose to define success. It did, however, take some time before I fully understood what they so passionately attempted to instill in me. It was not until I began working at Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU), in an environment of academia, that I understood the value and importance of education, and the incredible impact that being part of a learning environment has on a young mind. I have been fortunate to be able to utilize the management skills I learned from my undergraduate studies and through various employment opportunities after obtaining a master’s degree in business administration. I have enjoyed my experiences working in the business field, as diverse as they have been, and would love to teach business administration at the university level. I would like to pursue a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degree so that I may be considered an authority within the business field and possibly teach at JCSU as an adjunct professor. Eventually, both my degree and my experiences will assist me in achieving the long-term goals that both my husband and I share of operating a non-profit organization for children and a for-profit security business. Our combined goals...
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