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Reflective Journal 2: Ethics of Means and Ends Due Week 9 and worth 50 points Write a half to one (1/2 to 1) page (150 to 275 words) journal entry in which you: Explain the ethical approach concerning means and ends that you would apply if you had a role as the chief of police … Read more

Assignment 1: World View Chart Writing Assignment Due Week 10 and worth 235 points This assignment uses the information you have gathered for your weekly World View Chart Assignments. Choose one (1) category (origin of all things, nature of god, view of human nature, view of good and evil, etc.) from the chart to focus … Read more

LASA 2—Substance Abuse Assessments Across the Lifespan Substance abuse assessments have very different purposes for different populations. For instance, an assessment for treatment of victims will look different from a court-mandated assessment relating to criminal behavior. For another example, an assessment for an adolescent would likely emphasize peer influence more so than it would for … Read more

Incorporating Kohlberg’s Stages of Moral Development into the Justice System CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT ASSIGNMENT 2: INCORPORATING KOHLBERG’S STAGES OF MORAL DEVELOPMENT INTO THE JUSTICE SYSTEM Students, please view the “Submit a Clickable Rubric Assignment” in the Student Center. Instructors, training on how to grade is within the Instructor Center. Assignment 2:Incorporating Kohlberg’s Stages of … Read more

Congressional District Assignment For this week’s Assignment, you will identify your Congressional District (i.e. U.S. House of Representatives District) and your district’s Member of Congress. Using the Web site of the House of Representatives, you will research the geographical scope and demographic composition of your district, as well as the key issues that your congressional … Read more

Assignment 1: NIPP Due Week 4 and worth 50 points Write a two to four (2-4) page paper in which you: Analyze the National Infrastructure Protection Plan and Risk Management Framework, located at http://www.dhs.gov/xlibrary/assets/NIPP_Plan.pdf, and conclude how it has been designed to protect the nation’s critical infrastructure. Determine the purpose of the feedback loop design and … Read more

RP System Answer the following questions in a paper using APA format: What are the payoffs in taking a multidisciplinary approach to an ERP implementation? What departments are affected and what is the typical time frame? What part does training play in implementing an ERP system? If possible, find an example of a company that … Read more

Discussion: Business Intelligence How would you define “business intelligence?”Provide two examples of real-world applications to share with your classmates. Must be a minimum of 150 words, thanks.         ……………….Answer Preview……………. Business intelligence (BI) is a technological process of analyzing data to come up with actionable information that is useful to the executives … Read more

Assignment 2: Gene Technology Due Week 8 and worth 120 points Gene technology carries with it social and ethical implications many of which engender personal views and discussion. Select one (1) of the following biotechnology topics to write about: Genetically modified crop plants Genetically modified microorganisms Genetically modified animals Personal genomics and / or personalized … Read more

Controls and Substantive Testing Inherent risk is associated with the unique characteristics of the business or industry of the client. Firms in declining industries are considered to have more inherent risk than firms in stable or thriving industries. Inherent risk will not be reduced by internal control. Control risk is the likelihood that the control … Read more

Film class review We are near the course closing, which I regret, as the feedback this term has truly been engaging! All of you have been so wonderful with submitting your analysis of films this term in class discussions. Yet, before class concludes, I would like to know the results of your formal introduction to … Read more

MIS Essentials question Think about functional areas within an organization, such as payroll, human resources, and sales. How are software and hardware used in these departments to meet their informational objectives?         …………………Answer Preview…………….. A payroll system is a software that is used to manage an organization’s payroll. A payroll is the … Read more

Computers. clients and servers question What is the difference between a client and a server? Explain the functions of client and server computers. How do the hardware requirements differ? How do they each support business goals? Cite specific examples.         ……………..Answer Preview……………. In computing both client and server refer to computers that … Read more

Introduction to crime caustion If the neighborhood or area that one lives in is closely related to one’s likelihood of being involved in crime, it would seem that the neighborhood environment is directly correlated with crime. However, there are many citizens who live in high-crime and impoverished areas and refrain from committing crimes. Please post … Read more

Postmodern Architecture Choose one (1) example of architecture that you believe best exemplifies the characteristic post-modern style. Provide a rationale for your selection, and describe two (2) of the features of post-modern style that you find intriguing. Postmodern Architecture Chapter 40 (pp. 1312-1321) for examples of post-modern architecture Post-modern buildings of renown: http://www.greatbuildings.com/types/styles/post_modern.html     ………………………Answer … Read more

Assignment 5: International Disaster Management and Future Trends / Challenges Due Week 10 and worth 150 points You are concerned about the growing number of international man-made and natural disasters. You are looking for information as to what you can do to assist the victims of these disasters monetarily and operationally, and to help rebuild … Read more

Interpersonal Communication In the Unit , you will discuss influences on self-concept and how one’s self concept can influence communication. How are your identity and social views defined, sustained, and reinforced by the cultures within which you immerse your life? What is a strong value, belief, or attitude you have that you learned from your … Read more

Decision Making with Managerial Accounting Due to varying business characteristics, the managerial accounting techniques applied in each business may differ.  For example, a business in the start-up phase may rely heavily upon budgeting and capital investment techniques; whereas, a business in the mature/maintaining phase may rely heavily upon cost management and quality control. Ultimately, the … Read more

Powers of the President A. Why do you think the President is the commander-in-chief of the armed forces, rather than the US Congress? Do you think the founding fathers made a mistake when they gave the President this power? How has the war in Iraq affected your own beliefs about the President’s powers as commander-in-chief? B. … Read more

UMUC Haircuts Case Study Referring to the UMUC Haircuts Case Study, Myra, the owner, has asked you if outsourcing some of the functions/processes would benefit her business.  Identify which function(s) you would recommend she outsource and explain why they would be appropriate for outsourcing.  List three competitive advantages Myra could get by outsourcing and three … Read more

Promotional strategy research paper Select one (1) of the following categories of products to research: sports apparel, automobiles, home furnishings, or televisions. Use the Internet to research at least two (2) companies within the selected product category. Take note of the leading companies in this product group, as well as the types of marketing, pricing, … Read more

Managing the IT Information System Infrastructure Write a 800- to 1,150-word paper discussing managerial issues associated with managing an organization’s Information Technology Information Systems Infrastructure. Include the following: Information related to configuration management and preventative maintenance Industry standards in configuration management and control Training approaches to allow for adaptive maintenance and confidence. The effect of globalization on … Read more

Homeland Security Administration Week 11 Discussion 2 Using 140 characters or less (the length of a Tweet), summarize the importance of this class to someone unfamiliar with the concepts. The Class Is Homeland Security Administration.

Homeland Security Administration Week 10 Discussion1 – Policing and DHS “Policing and DHS” Please respond to the following: Imagine you are a state police officer in your home state. Examine the role you and your agency play in Homeland Security. Determine how and in what situations you would refer to the DHS and other law … Read more

Homeland Security Administration Week 11 Discussion 1 “Course Conclusion” Please respond to the following: You have just completed 10 weeks of a Homeland Security Organization and Administration course.  Imagine you have been asked to create a one-day training course highlighting the important elements of what you have just learned in the past 10 weeks. Create … Read more

Policing and Ethical Concerns “Policing and Ethical Concerns” Please respond to the following: Evaluate the ethical concerns raised by policing and argue why these practices are or are not necessary. Decide if there is any validity to the counterargument of others who believe differently. From the e-Activity, discuss what you believe to be the most … Read more

1) gender issues 2) Access to Technology 3) Health issues How does these 3  keep or help a country progressing from one stage of development to another, thus changing or maintaining the perception and reality of a more and less developed country?         …………….Answer Preview…………… Gender issues and development can be referred … Read more

Kenya – Developing Country Assignment Use the Internet to research Kenya. Your research should include an examination of lending institutions, health care, and human capital, education, trouble with aid, international finance and economic development. Write a three to four (3-4) page research paper in which you: Explore whether or not funding from international lending institutions like the … Read more

Math Reflective Journal Forum Description One of the best ways to learn how to solve a word problem in algebra is to design word problems of your own. Creating a word problem makes you very aware of precisely how much information is needed to solve the problem. You must also focus on the best way … Read more

Ashford ECO 406 Final Paper Due by Day 7. Final Paper. The complete instructions for the Final Paper can be found in Week Five of your online course or in the “Components of Course Evaluation” section of this guide.             ……………………….Answer Preview……………….. Introduction             Financial crisis in the United States … Read more

Ashford ECO 406: Week 5 – DQ 2 – Financial Deregulation 1st Posting Due by Day 3. Financial Deregulation. The last two decades have taught us that when it comes to financial deregulation, it is possible to have too much of a good thing too quickly. Financial deregulation has often taken place indiscriminately without proper … Read more

Ashford ECO 406: Week 5 – DQ 1 – Capital Flow and Currency Crises 1st Posting Due by Day 3. Capital Flow and Currency Crises. One of the distinguishing features of currency crises and capital flight episodes that have occurred since the 1980’s is that they have often linked across countries. Do you believe a … Read more

Ashford ECO 406: Week 4 – DQ 2 – Stabilizing Asset Prices 1st Posting Due by Day 3. Stabilizing Asset Prices. Economists have been grappling with a debate regarding the extent to which stabilizing asset prices should be a goal of monetary policy. The three goals of the Federal Reserve Board are to have economic … Read more

Ashford ECO 406: Week 4 – DQ 1 –  Effective Policy 1st Posting Due by Day 3. Effective Policy? Evaluate the effectiveness of monetary policy during the 2008 recession in the United States. Does the role of monetary policy increase the volatility of growth in the monetary base and Real GDP in the U.S? Respond … Read more

Ashford ECO 406: Week 3 – Assignment Due by Day 7. Monetary Policy and Macroeconomy. In a two- to three-page paper (not including title and references pages), answer the question “How does monetary policy affect the macroeconomy?” In your answer, include the following: • Explain the fundamentals behind why changes in the money supply have … Read more

Ashford ECO 406: Week 3 – DQ 2 –  Credit Rationing 1st Posting Due by Day 3. Credit Rationing. Analyze the role of credit rationing in both a developed country and a less-developed country. How does the role of credit rationing influence economic growth and employment in these two countries? Respond to at least two … Read more

Ashford ECO 406: Week 3 – DQ 1 – Role of Credit 1st Posting Due by Day 3. Role of Credit. Analyze the role of credit in our economy and how it influences the business cycle. In your answer, explain how the role of credit leads to the stability of our economy. Respond to at … Read more

Ashford ECO 406: Week 2 – Assignment Due by Day 7. Applying Theory to the U.S. Economy. In a two- to three-page paper (not including title and references pages), evaluate the current state of the U.S. economy. Using your evaluation of the U.S. economy’s current state, explain how a Keynesian, Monetarist, and Neoclassical Theorist would … Read more

Ashford ECO 406: Week 2 – DQ 2 –  Economic Theory 1st Posting Due by Day 3. Economic Theory. Economists have always disputed about the appropriate action to take to stimulate an economy out of a recession. Compare and contrast the recommendations for appropriate action of the monetarist theory and the classical model. Be sure … Read more

Ashford ECO 406: Week 2 – DQ 1 – The Business Cycle 1st Posting Due by Day 3. The Business Cycle. What part of the business cycle is the U.S. economy currently in? Evaluate your answer by using three financial indicators. Analyze the trends and forecast the direction of the business cycle in the next … Read more

Ashford ECO 406: Week 1 – Assignment Due by Day 7. Central Banks. One important aspect of modern finance that separates it from past eras is the pervasiveness and power of central banks. Central banks play a vital role in ensuring the stability and efficiency of banking systems as well as influencing interest rates, bank … Read more

Ashford ECO 406: Week 1 – Dq 3 – Financial Crisis 1st Posting Due by Day 3. Financial Crisis. Read Mike Patton’s article, “Why the Next Financial Crisis Could Be Worse Than 2008.” Based on the information presented in the article, discuss the following: a. What caused the 2007-2009 financial crisis? b. What could possibly … Read more

Ashford ECO 406: Week 1 – Dq 2 1st Posting Due by Day 3. Financial Institutions. What are the characteristics of a financial institution, and why does it lead to economic development? Be sure your answer includes an example of a developing country and the impact of financial institutions on their economic growth. Respond to … Read more

Ashford ECO 406: Week 1 – Introduction 1st Posting Due by Day 1. Post Your Introduction. Post your introduction on the discussion forum titled, “Introductions” found in Week One. Respond to at least three of your classmates’ postings. ……………………….Answer Preview……………….. Introduction             My name is ………………………………………………………………………………. I am taking up this course because I want … Read more

IT Information System Questions Write a 180- to 250-word short answer response that addresses the following: What does business intelligence provide when performing a strategic upgrade on technology core systems? Does a business dashboard for technology help improve decision making? Explain your answer What advantage(s) would result from developing a strong SCM process to match IS … Read more

Effects of War and Peace on Foreign Aid Use the Internet to research one (1) developing nation of your choice. Your research should include an examination of the effects that war and peace have on the distribution of foreign aid. Write a three to four (3-4) page research paper in which you: Assess the positive … Read more

Unions Please answer the below question.  It  does not have to be too long answer/ How should management prepare for union demands? Do unions need to exist in Law Enforcement? Explain Which forces are most important in shaping the budget in the area where you live ( for as police budget). Why do you think sexual harassment presents unique challenges to police agencies? … Read more

Business communications question http://search.ebscohost.com.ezproxy.apollolibrary.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=bth&AN=49756543&site=ehost-live looking for a brief summary on the article. About 125 or so words         ………………..Answer Preview……………… This article by Evan Rosen talks of the process and need of adoption of collaboration by organizations. Organizations adopt collaboration for the sole purpose of creating value. With advances in technology many … Read more

Economic Conditions Project management is a fundamental skill in an organization no matter what the economic climate.  How does the current economic climate affect strategic planning for the organization as well as for project management? Provide commentary to support the importance of strategic planning in both strong and weak economies.       ………………..Answer Preview…………….. … Read more

HCS 455 Week 3 The Policy Process: Evaluation, Analysis and Revision becomes a policy. In your paper, include the following information: Define Evaluation stage: Explain the evaluation process that would be used to determine if your stated policy objective(s) could be met. Define Analysis stage: Explain what factors could prevent your policy objective(s) from being … Read more