n Writing Assignment #1, you will identify various communication inhibitors in the context of your workplace or community, define the inhibitors in your own words, prepare a table with descriptions of the inhibitors, and write a brief summary rating the effectiveness of communication in the chosen context. The analysis you prepare for this report might pave the way for your final paper, the Research-Based Report.
For this Assignment, select and view one movie from the list provided in this week’s resources below. Begin to conceptualize the couple’s or family’s problem through your theoretical orientation, and identify interventions that you might use. Finally, begin to locate articles in the Walden Library that could be used to justify the interventions you selected.
Gilbert, B. (Producer), & Rydell, M. (Director). (1981). On golden pond [Motion picture]. United States: IPC Films.
Demme, J., Armian, N., & Platt, M. (Producers), & Demme, J. (Director). (2008). Rachel getting married [Motion picture]. United States: Sony Pictures Classics.
Schwary, R. (Producer), & Redford, R. (Director). (1980). Ordinary people [Motion picture]. United States: Paramount Pictures.
Fischoff, R., & Jaffe, S. (Producers), & Benton, R. (Director). (1979). Kramer vs. Kramer [Motion picture]. . United States: Columbia Pictures.
Pratt, C. (Producer), & Carlino, L. J. (Director). (1979). The great Santini [Motion picture]. United States: Warner Bros. & Orion Pictures.
The Assignment (2–3 pages)
• Identify the movie you selected and the life transition and developmental issue present in the couple or family.
• Conceptualize the couple’s or family’s problem through your chosen theoretical orientation.
• Design a treatment plan including short- and long-term goals.
• Explain two evidence-based interventions you would use to address these couple’s or family’s issues and how you would use them.
1. Assess framework requirements for information systems integration processes
2. Explain the importance of establishing strategies for information sourcing strategies across various industries
3. Contrast system integration processes related to merger and acquisitions with integrating new technology with existing information systems
Read
1.Antecedents of information systems sourcing strategies in U.S. hospitals: A longitudinal study (http://ezproxy.sckans.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=buh&AN=125996708&site=eds-live&scope=site)
2. Beyond integration readiness level (IRL): A multidimensional framework to facilitate the integration of system of systems. (http://ezproxy.sckans.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=126959401&site=eds-live&scope=site)
3. Understanding information systems integration deficiencies in mergers and acquisitions: A configurational perspective. (http://ezproxy.sckans.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=buh&AN=121235105&site=eds-live&scope=site)
Describe an argument that you found convincing. Who or what was making the argument (a person, an article, or an advertisement, etc.)? What viewpoints were argued? Why was it convincing?
Choose any two of the philosophers that we read in Unit 2. Recap each philosopher’s main view about consciousness/the self/personal identity. Explain at least one difference between the two philosophers’ views and state which view you prefer.
What should be done to lower the national debt?
Objectives
1. Assess framework requirements for information systems integration processes
2. Explain the importance of establishing strategies for information sourcing strategies across various industries
3. Contrast system integration processes related to merger and acquisitions with integrating new technology with existing information systems
Read
1.Antecedents of information systems sourcing strategies in U.S. hospitals: A longitudinal study (http://ezproxy.sckans.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=buh&AN=125996708&site=eds-live&scope=site)
2. Beyond integration readiness level (IRL): A multidimensional framework to facilitate the integration of system of systems. (http://ezproxy.sckans.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=aph&AN=126959401&site=eds-live&scope=site)
3. Understanding information systems integration deficiencies in mergers and acquisitions: A configurational perspective. (http://ezproxy.sckans.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=buh&AN=121235105&site=eds-live&scope=site)
Choose one of the following themes to explore with reference to one of the assigned readings from Weeks 4 to 6:
Examine the various romantic relationships described in the metaphysical poetry we read. What are the roles of men and women in these relationships? Can you generalize about gender roles in courtship?
Malory was trying to entertain us and Spenser was trying to edify us. Compare and contrast Malory’s Lancelot with Spenser’s Redcrosse. What are the strengths and weaknesses of each of these heroes? What is the significance of their similarities and differences?
Discuss a difficult decision faced by one of these characters: Milton’s Satan, Bunyan’s Christian, or Behn’s Oroonoko. What is the moral dilemma involved? How does the character reach his decision? What do you think that the author is trying to teach us about free will?
As you explore these themes, be sure to consider secondary characters as well to develop a full picture. Look for what the author is trying to teach us.
Strategic Analysis
This week’s paper is required to be approximately 4 -6 pages in length, not including the title page and the reference page. No paper should be fewer than 1400 words. Double space your work, cite your work, limit quotes, and edit your work well for spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.
After our readings over the past five weeks, you should have an understanding of the types of strategy, organizational culture, the pros and cons of different organizational structures, the elements of internal and external environments, and the types of risk a company may take. After reading the attached articles below, you then can incorporate how the strategy decisions affect the company.
Read the two articles attached about managerial economics.
Your essay will address these items:
A. Select a company from the 35 listed at the end of our text (Case Studies – pages 540-541). Do not use any company that you previously wrote about in previous classes. This must be original research. In addition to the information in your text, research this company using at least (2) outside scholarly articles. Do not use a website as a reference. Your reference source must have an author. Discuss six selected topics from our studies throughout weeks one through five. Discuss these six topics in relation to your company and discuss how the economic situation of today influences the strategic decisions your company is making. Each of the six topics discussed should be in bold print. For example, one topic you may choose may be how your company handles competition (Five Forces Framework). Another topic may be your company’s organizational structure and why they have the structure they have. You may choose to discuss your company’s strategic grouping or value chain. Choose your topics and explore them in detail throughout your paper.
Give examples using the terms and concepts in your textbook readings and your research articles.
B. What is the importance of each of the six topics within your company?
C. What is the usefulness of understanding this topic in today’s corporate structure?
D. Through what strategies does your selected company choose to excel over other strategically grouped companies. For example, what strategies does Apple choose that keeps it on top?
Paper Format (no abstract is necessary):
Title Page – Include a title page with your name, student number, title of your paper, course number & course name.
Introductory Paragraph – Include an introductory paragraph that states your company and your six topics and why you selected them.
Font and Spacing – Use Times New Roman 12 pitch font with double-spaced lines.
Length – Write a 4 to 6 page essay not including the title page and citation page. Make sure you have at least 1400 words, not including the title and reference page.
Are the key issues of the law highlighted? Provide a rationale.
What are the key changes to the implementation of the ACA over the years?
What are some of the debates concerning the ACA? Provide scholarly research
Organizational Strategies of Adopting Health Policies
Policy adoption can be very challenging to healthcare leaders. Many organizations employ consultants to assist with the implementation of new policies. There have been significant changes to health policies over the past few years that have forced providers to institute implementation strategies, ensuring that they remain competitive and profitable. Review the “Global Medical Coverage” case (Chapter 6 ), and discuss the following questions in a minimum of 250 words:
Does Blue Ridge Paper Products’ (BRPP) policy differ from a traditional employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)? What are the implications?
Are there any ethical concerns in the case? Why? Why not?
Did the case present a buyer-dominant or a seller-dominant approach?
What important lesson(s) are learned from this case study? How would you apply this to practice?
