Business Analytics Research (in SAS)
Describe the various tasks you will take in undertaking your research. for each research question, provide the specific data and method required to conduct your research. State the dates by which you will complete each part of your report
Individual report and reflection
Recognise, understand and discuss the interaction between functional elements and understand the key drivers of operational management and understand the use of analysis, data and information in operational performance of organisations
Work with others to achieve shared goals and apply problem solving techniques appropriately and with an appreciation of how communication, information technology and numeracy skills can help in the world of business. more information on additional file.
Master of Science in Construction Management Admission
An essay describing your professional goals and reasons for pursuing a master’s degree at FIU
ESCALATION OF COMMITMENT
Class, this week read the article on the “Escalation of the Commitment”. Discuss why leaders fall into this mode of behavior. Based on the article what can we do to eliminate the escalation of this behavior? Explain at least one occasion where you or someone in your professional career fall in this situation and what you have done to overcome it, if any.
Additionally, below is another article which explains how to stop bad decision behavior as a reference material.
Business Ethics
Using Carroll’s pyramid of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and information from Case Study I, identify the corporate social responsibilities of Boohoo and discuss how these responsibilities have been addressed in relation to its suppliers or sub-contractors in Leicester. (25 marks)
Identify key ethical issues in Case Study . Describe at least two of the perspectives on ethics (deontological, consequential, justice or virtue ethics) discussed in this module and apply to them to the case study in relation to the actions of Boohoo’s suppliers or sub-contractors. (25 marks)
Strategy making
1 The strategy statement of an organisation known to you.
2 List three factors that led to the strategy of the organisation.
3Present the ethos and structure of the organisation.
An individual written assignment of 3,000 words maximum is expected. Use the formal report format and include a Bibliography/ reference list of all books, journals and websites consulted in your research.
Assume that the financial analysis is aimed at potential investors who are currently considering investing in SKANSKA PLC. The financial performance evaluation will enable the potential investors decide whether to invest in this company.
SKANSKA PLC is a Construction Company based in UK. SKANSKA PLC started back in 1984. The company is planning to expand its operations to other countries in Europe in the next ten (10) years. The financial statements of SKANSKA PLC. are attached for your consideration and attention.
You are advised to incorporate the suggested amendments/feedback you received from the module leader during assignment briefing.
Required
TASK 1(1500 WORDS)
You are part of the Accounting and Finance team at SKANSKA PLC. Write a report to the Management of SKANSKA PLC, critically evaluating the importance of Accounting and Finance functions, duties and roles within SKANSKA PLC. Your evaluation must include some examples within the Company where appropriate.
(50 marks)
TASK 2(1500 WORDS)
Using the financial statements of SKANSKA PLC calculate the ratios required and comment on the company’s performance from an Investor with £1 million perspective.
(40 marks)
Marks will be awarded for Structure and Presentation skills. Structure includes the orderly presentation of relevant material. In addition, the extent of research evidenced by the appropriateness and adequacy of in-text referencing. There must be a Cover Page and Contents Page, paragraphs of Introduction, Conclusion and pages must be numbered.
(10 marks)
Assessment Criteria
You will obtain marks for the following:
Presentation of your work (report format, clarity of expression, referencing etc.) ……………….……………………….10%
The functions/roles/duties of accounting and finance team within SKANSKA PLC with appropriate examples. 40%
Ratio calculation……………………………………………………………………………………..………………………… 10%
Interpretation and analysis of the Ratios in relation to SKANSKA PLC performance……………… 40%
TOTAL MARKS 100%
The summarised financial statements of SKANSKA PLC, a Public company engaged in Construction, are shown below:
Statement of profit and loss:
For the year ended 31 Dec. 2018 For the year ended 31 Dec. 2019
£000 £000 £000 £000
Sales revenue 4,800 6,000
Cost of sales
Opening inventory 1,200 450
Purchases 2,700 4,800
3,900 5,250
Less: Closing inventory (450) (3,450) (900) (4,350)
Gross profit 1,350 1,650
Operating expenses (600) (675)
Finance cost (150) (300)
Net profit 600 675
Statement of financial position As at year to 31 Dec. 2018 As at year to 31 Dec. 2019
£000 £000 £000 £000
Non-current assets 2,955 6,000
Current assets
Inventory 450 750
Receivables – trade 900 1200
Prepayments 90 105
Cash 75 1,515 15 2,070
4,470 8,070
Issued share capital 900 900
Share premium account 300 300
Retained earnings 1,125 1,650
2,325 2,850
Non-current liabilities
10% loan notes 1,500 3,000
Current liabilities
Payables – trade 570 2,100
Accruals 75 645 120 2,220
4,470 8,070
Individual Reflection on Group Work
Need a Individual Reflection on Group Work that was done. will attach the group work we did.
The Assessment Task
Using frameworks and models that will be in the powerpoint i attach, for example like Gibbs’ Reflective Cycle
or Argyris and Schön’s model of refection, reflect on your team work, considering the following questions:
What was the objective you set out to achieve in each group discussion?
Did you achieve this objective?
Why did the team achieve/ not achieve your objectives?
What challenges did you face?
How did you overcome these challenges?
What have the team learned from this?
What did you learn about yourself as a team member and have you made any changes in the way you work as a team?
Want positive answers to these question as we succeeded with the assignment 🙂
Will attach the assignment brief so please carefully read it and also will attach what is needed to get a good grade. I will also attach our group assignment so you can see what was done.
Environmental sustainability in UK fast fashion industry – an investigation to analyse changing UK customers shopping behaviour
Multiple DB Post
For Source A “How VC Eval” approx. 175-200 words
In this case read, four venture capitalists from leading Silicon Valley firms are interviewed about the frameworks they use to evaluate potential venture opportunities. Consider what was important as you read this case. —
What are the elements that a venture capitalist looks for in a potential investment?–
What due diligence is conducted?–
What is the process through which a funding decision is made?
For Source B “How Lean Start up” — Outline
Create a not super extensive outline of the important and cruical points of this reading.
For Source C “BMA for Entre”
Create a not super extensive outline of the important and crucial points of this reading.
