Category: Business and Management : Business

Discuss Entrepreneurial and Sustainability mindsets coming to life!
The discussi

Discuss Entrepreneurial and Sustainability mindsets coming to life!
The discussion board this week will provide you with an opportunity to reflect on what factors are present in an organization that supports entrepreneurial and sustainable thinking!
Apply Your Knowledge. After reviewing the TED TALKS and articles located within your M5.2 Required Readings, please answer the following questions:
What entrepreneurial strategies can you employ to build sustainability in your life?
Please share some specific ideas that will impact both your personal and professional quality of life.
Howard, S. (2013). Let’s go all-in on selling sustainability. TedTalk. [Video: 13:15 minutes]. Closed Captioned.
Tyler, O. (2017). The complex path of sustainability. TedTalk. [Video: 7:44 minutes]. Closed Captioned.
Online Articles and Resources
Hayton, J., & Cacciotti, G. (2014). Is there an entrepreneurial culture? A review of empirical research. Enterprise Research Centre.
International Institute of Sustainable Development. (n.d.). Sustainable business practices: IISD’s checklist. BSD Global.
Revzin, S., & Revzin, V. (2018). How to encourage entrepreneurial thinking on your team. Harvard Business Review: Developing Employees.

In this module, we discussed motivating and leading teams. Think about how this

In this module, we discussed motivating and leading teams. Think about how this module’s content and outcomes impact your personal, educational and professional life. Are there areas in which you were challenged? Areas that you would like to explore further? These questions are meant only to spark your reflection, you do not have to answer them all.
You are free to write as little or as much as you want. This is a place for you to share thoughts and questions. Only I will see your responses, and I will respond based upon what you write. There are no right or wrong answers in this activity. Your response should focus on you and your learning.
This activity is evaluated based on the Reflection Grading Rubric. The reflection activities combined are worth 5% of your overall grade.

Submit a 4- to 5-page paper that addresses the following questions. Be sure to u

Submit a 4- to 5-page paper that addresses the following questions. Be sure to use references within the paper to support your answers.
Are credit cards or debit cards money? Explain your answer.
“When the Fed makes an open market purchase of government securities, the quantity of money will eventually decrease by a fraction of the initial change in the monetary base.” Is the previous statement correct or incorrect? Explain your answer.
Monetary policy is action taken by the Fed to influence the level of real GDP. Suppose the Fed wants to increase the money supply. What three tools could the Fed use to achieve this goal? Be specific in your answer and discuss the implications of this policy.

Explain the difference between positive and normative economics. Give a real-tim

Explain the difference between positive and normative economics. Give a real-time example of each that you found in doing some outside research.
After doing some additional research on your own along with the assigned reading on public goods, answer the following questions:
What are the two main characteristics of this type of good?
What is the biggest “problem” with allocating public goods?
Do you think the government should have a role in allocating public goods, or should goods be privatized?
Here’s a great site that offers definitions and examples of economic terms literally from A to Z; https://tinyurl.com/6rxna6a

Project Management Openings 
This case will address the changing human capital l

Project Management Openings 
This case will address the changing human capital landscape in the industry.
State of the Industry
Using research from the last 18 months, deliver a comprehensive analysis of staffing concerns in the project management industry. (2 pages)
Reskilling and Upskilling
Using research from the last 18 months, explain how reskilling and upskilling can fill gaps in the project management industry in the coming years. (3/4 of a page)
Remote Work and Global Talent
Using research from the last 18 months, explain how remote work and global talent can fill gaps in the project management industry in the coming years. (3/4 of a page)
Another Chosen Solution
Using research from the last 18 months, explain how another solution (you select) can fill labor gaps in the project management industry in the coming years. (1/2 of a page)
No quotations are permitted in this paper. Each paragraph (except the introduction and conclusion) must contain at least one in-text citation.
Since you are engaging in research, cite and reference the sources in APA format. NOTE: failure to use research with accompanying citations to support content will result in reduced scoring “Level 2-Developing” on the grading rubric. 
This is a professional paper, not a personal one based on feelings. It must be written in the third person. This means words like “I,” “we,” and “you” are not appropriate. 

Credible, scholarly and interesting sources are one of the integral parts to a w

Credible, scholarly and interesting sources are one of the integral parts to a well-written paper!  Your Capstone Project (Part 2): Annotated Bibliography is designed to get you focused on the literature related to your project. You will be asked to share scholarly and industry related sources that will help to inform your project.  The goal is to add variety, interest, and credibility to your final project. When searching for sources keep this in mind.
The Capstone Project Overview contains information on each of the sections and milestones for this course-long project.
Assignment Instructions
Locate and share at least 15 scholarly and industry-related sources that will help to inform your project. Each source should include a synopsis of the source and how it will inform the final project. The assignment should be formatted following APA guidelines.

Reflect on Entrepreneurial Thinking
This reflection activity is an opportunity f

Reflect on Entrepreneurial Thinking
This reflection activity is an opportunity for you to think about your own learning and to share ideas or thoughts with me. In this module, we discussed entrepreneurial thinking and creating sustainability within an organization. Think about how this module’s content and outcomes impact your personal, educational, and professional life? Are there areas in which you were challenged? Areas that you would like to explore further? These questions are meant only to spark your reflection, you do not have to answer them all.
You are free to write as little or as much as you want. This is a place for you to share thoughts and questions. Only I will see your responses, and I will respond based upon what you write. There are no right or wrong answers in this activity. Your response should focus on you and your own learning.

A “White Paper” on Sustainability in Project Management
Using the module’s readi

A “White Paper” on Sustainability in Project Management
Using the module’s readings and other research (not more than 18 months old), write a white paperon managing sustainable projects.
Background
Explain sustainability using environmentally friendly as the scope. Include why it matters. (1 page) Research Required. 
Why Organizations are Hesitant 
Discuss reasons why organizations are hesitant to incorporate sustainability in projects. (1 page) Research Required.
The role of Technology in Sustainability Efforts
Report on how technology supports sustainability efforts in project management. (1 page) Research Required. 
Obstacles for Project Organizations to Achieve Sustainability Goals
Provide information on obstacles that organizations face in the sustainability process. (1 page) Research Required.
No quotations are permitted in this paper. Each paragraph (except the introduction and conclusion) must contain at least one in-text citation.
Since you are engaging in research, cite and reference the sources in APA format. NOTE: failure to use research with accompanying citations to support content will result in reduced scoring “Level 2-Developing” on the grading rubric. 
This is a professional paper, not a personal one based on feelings. It must be written in the third person. This means words like “I,” “we,” and “you” are not appropriate. 

Project Management Steps 
According to the PMBOK Guide(Project Management Body o

Project Management Steps 
According to the PMBOK Guide(Project Management Body of Knowledge), the project life cycle is made up of five phases: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure.
Research each of the five steps and provide an overview of tasks as well as areas of concern a project manager should consider in each stage. (1 ½ pages)
Critical Path Method (CPM)
Explain how Critical Path Method (CPM) is applied in project management along with its advantages/disadvantages. In what stages should CPM be used? 
Describe how CPM software tools help the manager administer a project. 
(Research Support Required). (3/4 of a page)
Work breakdown structure (WBS)
Explain how a Work breakdown structure (WBS) is used in project management along with its advantages/disadvantages. In what stages should a WBS be used? 
Describe how Work breakdown structure (WBS) software tools help the manager administer a project. 
(Research Support Required). (3/4 of a page)
No quotations are permitted in this paper. Since you are engaging in research, cite and reference the sources in APA format. NOTE: failure to use research with accompanying citations to support content will result in reduced scoring “Level 2-Developing” across the grading rubric. This is a professional paper, not a personal one based on feelings. It must be written in the third person. This means words like “I,” “we,” and “you” are not appropriate.

Select a topic: select a business topic based on something you find interesting

Select a topic: select a business topic based on something you find interesting related to the topics of this course. Review the major chapter headings in our text as well ashttps://www.aresearchguide.com/30-business-research-paper-topics.htmlLinks to an external site. to get some ideas. You do not need to pick a topic from this list – it is just a starting point for suggestions. Your topic must relate to Business Communications!
Write a brief informational report to your instructor about the topic you choose.
Put in memo format. See https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/subject_specific_writing/professional_technical_writing/memos/sample_memo.htmlLinks to an external site.for a sample memo format.
Include at least two sources, cited and referenced in APA format.