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Communicating professionally and ethically is one of the essential skill sets we can teach you at Strayer. The following guidelines will ensure:

· Your writing is professional · You avoid plagiarizing others, which is essential to writing ethically · You give credit to others in your work

Visit Strayer’s Academic Integrity Center for more information.

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Strayer University Writing Standards 2

… Include page numbers.

… Use 1-inch margins.

… Use Arial, Courier, Times New Roman, or Calibri font style.

… Use 10-, 11-, or 12-point font size for the body of your text.

… Use numerals (1, 2, 3, and so on) or spell out numbers (one, two, three, and so on). Be consistent with your choice throughout the assignment.

… Use either single or double spacing, according to assignment guidelines.

… If assignment requires a title page: · Include the assignment title, your name, course title, your professor’s name, and the

date of submission on a separate page.

… If assignment does not require a title page (stated in the assignment details): a. Include all required content in a header at the top of your document.

or b. Include all required content where appropriate for assignment format. Examples of appropriate places per assignment: letterhead of a business letter assignment or a title slide for a PowerPoint presentation.

… Use appropriate language and be concise.

… Write in active voice when possible. Find tips here.

… Use the point of view (first, second, or third person) required by the assignment guidelines.

… Use spelling and grammar check and proofread to help ensure your work is error free.

… Use credible sources to support your ideas/work. Find tips here.

… Cite your sources throughout your work when you borrow someone else’s words or ideas. Give credit to the authors.

… Look for a permalink tool for a webpage when possible (especially when an electronic source requires logging in like the Strayer Library). Find tips here.

… Add each cited source to the Source List at the end of your assignment. (See the Giving Credit to Authors and Sources section for more details.)

… Don’t forget to cite and add your textbook to the Source List if you use it as a source.

… Include a Source List when the assignment requires research or if you cite the textbook.

… Type “Sources” centered on the first line of the page.

… List the sources that you used in your assignment.

… Organize sources in a numbered list and in order of use throughout the paper. Use the original number when citing a source multiple times.

… For more information, see the Source List section.

General Standards

Use Appropriate Formatting

Title Your Work

Write Clearly

Cite Credible Sources

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Strayer University Writing Standards 3

Writing Assignments Strayer University uses several different types of writing assignments. The Strayer University Student Writing Standards are designed to allow flexibility in formatting your assignment and giving credit to your sources. This section covers specific areas to help you properly format and develop your assignments. Note: The specific format guidelines override guidelines in the General Standards section.

Paper and Essay Specific Format Guidelines

PowerPoint or Slideshow Specific Format Guidelines

… Use double spacing throughout the body of your assignment.

… Use a consistent 12-point font throughout your assignment submission. (For acceptable fonts, see General Standards section.)

… Use the point of view (first or third person) required by the assignment guidelines.

… Section headings can be used to divide different content areas. Align section headings (centered) on the page, be consistent, and include at least two section headings in the assignment.

… Follow all other General Standards section guidelines.

… Title slides should include the project name (title your work to capture attention if possible), a subtitle (if needed), the course title, and your name.

… Use spacing that improves professional style (mixing single and double spacing as needed).

… Use a background color or image on slides.

… Use Calibri, Lucida Console, Helvetica, Futura, Myriad Pro, or Gill Sans font styles.

… Use 28-32 point font size for the body of your slides (based on your chosen font style). Avoid font sizes below 24-point.

… Use 36-44 point font size for the titles of your slides (based on chosen font style).

… Limit content per slide (no more than 7 lines on any slide and no more than 7 words per line).

… Include slide numbers when your slide show has 3+ slides. You may place the numbers wherever you like (but be consistent).

… Include appropriate images that connect directly to slide content or presentation content.

… Follow additional guidelines from the PowerPoint or Slideshow Specific Format Guidelines section and assignment guidelines.

Strayer University Writing Standards 4

Giving Credit to Authors and Sources When quoting or paraphrasing another source, you need to give credit by using an in-text citation. An in-text citation includes the author’s last name and the number of the source from the Source List. A well-researched assignment has at least as many sources as pages (see Writing Assignments for the required number of sources). Find tips here.

Option #1: Paraphrasing Rewording Source Information in Your Own Words · Rephrase the source information in your words.

Be sure not to repeat the same words of the author.

· Add a number to the end of your source (which will tie to your Source List).

· Remember, you cannot just replace words of the original sentence.

 Examples ORIGINAL SOURCE

“Writing at a college level requires informed research.”

PARAPHRASING

As Harvey wrote, when writing a paper for higher education, it is critical to research and cite sources (1).

When writing a paper for higher education, it is imperative to research and cite sources (Harvey, 1).

Option #2: Quoting Citing Another Person’s Work Word-For-Word · Place quotation marks at the beginning and the end of

the quoted information.

· Add a number to the end of your source (which will tie to your Source List).

· Do not quote more than one to two sentences (approximately 25 words) at a time.

· Do not start a sentence with a quotation. · Introduce and explain quotes within the context of

your paper.

 Examples ORIGINAL SOURCE

“Writing at a college level requires informed research.”

QUOTING

Harvey wrote in his book, “Writing at a college level requires informed research” (1).

Many authors agree, “Writing at a college level requires informed research” (Harvey, 1).http://libdatab.strayer.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=ers&AN=98402046&site=eds-live&scope=site

Strayer University Writing Standards 5

Page Numbers When referencing multiple pages in a text book or other large book, consider adding page numbers to help the reader understand where the information you referenced can be found. You can do this in three ways:

a. In the body of your paper;

or b. In the citation;

or c. By listing page numbers in the order they were used in your paper on the Source List.

Check with your instructor or the assignment guidelines to see if there is a preference based on your course.

 Example IN-TEXT CITATION

(Harvey, 1, p. 16)

In the example, the author is Harvey, the source list number is 1, and the page number that this information can be found on is page 16.

Multiple Sources (Synthesizing) Synthesizing means using multiple sources in one sentence or paragraph (typically paraphrased) to make a strong point. This is normally done with more advanced writing, but could happen in any writing where you use more than one source.

The key here is clarity. If you paraphrase multiple sources in the same sentence (of paragraph if the majority of the information contained in the paragraph is paraphrased), you should include each source in the citation. Separate sources using semi-colons (;) and create the citation in the normal style that you would for using only one source (Name, Source Number).

 Example SYNTHESIZED IN-TEXT CITATION

(Harvey, 1; Buchanan, 2)

In the example, the authors Harvey and Buchanan were paraphrased to help the student make a strong point. Harvey is the first source on the source list, and Buchanan is the second source on the source list.

Traditional Sources

Strayer University Writing Standards 6

Discussion Posts When quoting or paraphrasing a source for discussion threads, include the source number in parenthesis after the body text where you quote or paraphrase. At the end of your post, type the word “Sources” and below that include a list of any sources that you cited.

If you pulled information from more than one source, continue to number the additional sources in the order that they appear in your post.

For more information on building a Source List Entry, see Source List section.

 Examples SAMPLE POST

The work is the important part of any writing assignment. According to Smith, “writing things down is the biggest challenge” (1). This is significant because…

The other side of this is also important. It is noted that “actually writing isn’t important as much as putting ideas somewhere useful” (2).

SOURCES

1. William Smith. 2018. The Way Things Are. http://www.samplesite.com/writing

2. Patricia Smith. 2018. The Way Things Really Are. http://www.betterthansample.com/tiger

A web source is any source accessed through an internet browser. Before using any source, first determine its credibility. Then decide if the source is appropriate and relevant for your project. Find tips here.

Home Pages A home page is the main page that loads when you type a standard web address. For instance, if you type Google. com into the web browser, you will be taken to Google’s home page.

If you do need to cite a home page, use the webpage’s title from the browser. This found by moving your mouse cursor over the webpage name at the top of the browser. When citing a homepage, it is likely because there is a news thread, image, or basic piece of information on a company that you wish to include in your assignment.

Specific Web Pages If you are using any web page other than the home page, include the specific title of the page and the direct link (when possible) for that specific page in your Source List Entry.

If your assignment used multiple pages from the same author/ source, create separate Source List Entries for each page when possible (if the title and/or web address is different).

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Strayer University Writing Standards 7

Effective Internet Links When sharing a link to an article with your instructor and classmates, start with a brief summary and why you chose to share it.

Be sure to check the link you’re posting to be sure it will work for your classmates. They should be able to just click on the link and go directly to your shared site.

Share vs. URL Options

Cutting and pasting the URL (web address) from your browser may not allow others to view your source. This makes it hard for people to engage with the content you used.

To avoid this problem, look for a “share” option and choose that when possible so your classmates and professor get the full, direct link. Always test your link(s) before submitting to make sure they work.

If you cannot properly share the link, include the article as an attachment. Interested classmates and your professor can reference the article shared as an attachment. Find tips here.

 Examples POOR EXAMPLE

Hey check out this article: http://www. Jobs4You.FED/Jobs_u_can_get

BETTER EXAMPLE

After reading the textbook this week, I researched job sites. I found an article on how to find the best job site depending on the job you’re looking for. The author shared some interesting tools such as job sites that collect job postings from other sites and ranks them from newest to oldest, depending on category. Check out the article at this link: http://www.Jobs4You. FED/Jobs_u_can_get

Charts, images, and tables should be centered and followed by an in-text citation. Design your page and place a citation below the chart, image, or table. When referring to the chart, image, or table in the body of the assignment, use the citation.

On your Source List, provide the following details of the visual:

· Author’s name (if created by you, provide your name) · Date (if created by you, provide the year) · Type (Chart, Image, or Table) · How to find it (link or other information – See Source List section for additional details).

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Strayer University Writing Standards 8

Source List The Source List (which includes the sources that you used in your assignment) is a new page you add at the end of your paper. The list has two purposes: it gives credit to the authors that you use and gives your readers enough information to find the source without your help. Build your Source List as you write.

· Type “Sources” at the top of a new page. · Include a numbered list of the sources you used in your paper (the numbers

indicate the order in which you used them).

1. Use the number one (1) for the first source used in the paper, the number two (2) for the second source, and so on.

2. Use the same number for a source if you use it multiple times.

· Ensure each source includes five parts: author or organization, publication date, title, page number (if needed), and how to find it. If you have trouble finding these details, then re-evaluate the credibility of your source.

· Use the browser link for a public webpage. · Use a permalink for a webpage when possible. Find tips here. · Instruct your readers how to find all sources that do not have a browser link

or a permalink.

· Separate each Source List Element with a period on your Source List.

AUTHOR PUBLICATION DATE TITLE PAGE NO. HOW TO FIND

The person(s) who published the source. This can be a single person, a group of people, or an organization. If the source has no author, use “No author” where you would list the author.

The date the source was published. If the source has no publication date, use “No date” where you would list the date.

The title of the source. If the source has no title, use “No title” where you would list the title.

The page number(s) used. If the source has no page numbers, omit this section from your Source List Entry.

Instruct readers how to find all sources. Keep explanations simple and concise, but provide enough information so the source can be located. Note: It is your responsibility to make sure the source can be found.

 Examples

Michael Harvey

In the case of multiple authors, only list the first.

2013

This is not the same as copyright date, which is denoted by ©

The Nuts & Bolts of College Writing

p. 1

Include p. and the page(s) used.

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Setting Up the Source List Page

Creating a Source List Entry

Source List Elements

Strayer University Writing Standards 9

 How It Will Look in Your Source List

1. Michael Harvey. 2013. The Nuts & Bolts of College Writing. p. 1. http://libdatab.strayer.edu/ login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx

 Sample Source List

1. Michael Harvey. 2013. The Nuts & Bolts of College Writing. p. 1. http://libdatab.strayer.edu/login?url=http://search. ebscohost.com/login.aspx

2. William R. Stanek. 2010. Storyboarding Techniques chapter in Effective Writing for Business, College and Life. http:// libdatab.strayer.edu/login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=nlebk&AN=359141&site=e ds-live&scope=site&ebv=EB&ppid=pp_23

3. Zyad Hicham. 2017. Vocabulary Growth in College-Level Students’ Narrative Writing. http://libdatab.strayer.edu/ login?url=http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=edsdoj&AN=edsdoj.9b7fad40e529462bafe3a936 aaf81420&site=eds-live&scope=site

4. Anya Kamenetz. July 10, 2015. The Writing Assignment That Changes Lives. https://www.npr.org/sections/ ed/2015/07/10/419202925/the-writing-assignment-that-changes-lives

5. Brad Thor. June 14, 2016. The Best Writing Advice I Ever Got. http://time.com/4363050/brad-thor-best-writing-advice/

6. Karen Hertzberg. June 15, 2017. How to Improve Writing Skills in 15 Easy Steps. https://www.grammarly.com/blog/ how-to-improve-writing-skills/

7. Roy Peter Clark. 2008. Writing Tools: 55 Essential Strategies for Every Writer. p.55-67. Book on Amazon.com.

8. C.M. Gill. 2014. The Psychology of Grading and Scoring chapter in Essential Writing Skills for College & Beyond. Textbook.

9. ABC Company’s Policy & Procedures Committee. No Date. Employee Dress and Attendance Policy. Policy in my office.

10. Henry M. Sayre. 2014. The Humanities: Culture, Continuity and Change, Vol. 1. This is the HUM111 textbook.

11. Savannah Student. 2018. Image. http://www.studentsite.com

12. Don Dollarsign. 2018. Chart. http://www.allaboutthemoney.com

13. Company Newsletter Name. 2018. Table. Company Newsletter Printed Copy (provided upon request).

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Compare and contrast the comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR) of the selected local government entity with the government entity identified from Week 1 homework

ACC 410- Government & Non for Profit

Assignment 1: Financial Statement / Audit Report Review

Due Week 4 and worth 240 points

Select one (1) local government in your state or area and review the financial statements and audit report for the county or municipality. The financial statements of the government you selected should have at least three (3) funds. Refer to the continuing problem homework for Weeks 1 through 3 for this assignment.

Write a three to five (4) page paper in which you:

1. Compare and contrast the comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR) of the selected local government entity with the government entity identified from Week 1 homework. In your comparison, include:

a. Publication method of the CAFR

b. Audit and budget information in the CAFR

c. The type of audit report issued

d. Existence or non-existence of an internal audit function within the government entity

1. Prepare the analysis for the selected local government entity, including information on the introduction, financial section, and statistical section prepared in the continuing problem CAFR from chapter 2.
2. Analyze the methods used by the selected local government entity in comparing the budget-to-actual reports. Your analysis should include an evaluation of the basis of accounting used for the budget and financial statements.

4 .Analyze the sources of revenue on the selected local government. Your analysis should include information on both governmental and business-type activities of the government. In your report, be sure to examine

a. Property taxes and how they are accounted for

b. Other sources identified as primary revenue for the entity

c. Deferred revenue

d. Year-to-year variations in the tax levels of income

e. Various management discussion and analysis items of note

f. Information about the general fund

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

· Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.

· Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

· Evaluate the financial reporting of state and local governments and assess the reporting requirements in accordance with governmental accounting standards board (GASB).

· Analyze governmental activities related to expenditures and expenses.

· Use technology and information resources to research issues in government and not-for-profit accounting.

· Write clearly and concisely about government and not-for-profit accounting using proper writing mechanics.

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Financial Statement / Audit Report Review

ACC 410- Government & Non for Profit

Assignment 1: Financial Statement / Audit Report Review

Due Week 4 and worth 240 points

Select one (1) local government in your state or area and review the financial statements and audit report for the county or municipality. The financial statements of the government you selected should have at least three (3) funds. Refer to the continuing problem homework for Weeks 1 through 3 for this assignment.

Write a three to five (4) page paper in which you:

1. Compare and contrast the comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR) of the selected local government entity with the government entity identified from Week 1 homework. In your comparison, include:

a. Publication method of the CAFR

b. Audit and budget information in the CAFR

c. The type of audit report issued

d. Existence or non-existence of an internal audit function within the government entity

1. Prepare the analysis for the selected local government entity, including information on the introduction, financial section, and statistical section prepared in the continuing problem CAFR from chapter 2.
2. Analyze the methods used by the selected local government entity in comparing the budget-to-actual reports. Your analysis should include an evaluation of the basis of accounting used for the budget and financial statements.

4 .Analyze the sources of revenue on the selected local government. Your analysis should include information on both governmental and business-type activities of the government. In your report, be sure to examine

a. Property taxes and how they are accounted for

b. Other sources identified as primary revenue for the entity

c. Deferred revenue

d. Year-to-year variations in the tax levels of income

e. Various management discussion and analysis items of note

f. Information about the general fund

Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:

· Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.

· Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

· Evaluate the financial reporting of state and local governments and assess the reporting requirements in accordance with governmental accounting standards board (GASB).

· Analyze governmental activities related to expenditures and expenses.

· Use technology and information resources to research issues in government and not-for-profit accounting.

· Write clearly and concisely about government and not-for-profit accounting using proper writing mechanics.

Click here to view grading rubric.

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Economics And Banking

Project Title/Subject

Economics and Banking

Type of Service

Assignment With Calculations

Urgency 24 to 28 to hours

No. of Pages/Wordcount

11 page(s)/3025 Words

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StyleHarvard styleDestailed Description1. In answering the questions below you should submit TWO documents:

a. A Word or PDF document where the questions are answered (report) and,

b. An excel spread sheet with the data collected and your workings.

The overall word limit for questions 1 to 3 is 2,000 words, excluding cover page and references

page, but including any appendix you might add.

The cut-off date, for the portfolios (Question 1 to 3) is April 12th

. This is the date that must be

used to assess/report performance achieved.

The short essay (question 4) word limit is 1,000 words.

Question 1

Your client wants you to produce a set of minimum variance and efficient portfolios with and

without short selling restriction; using any 20 stocks of your choice. Your cash balance is

£500,000.

Instructions:

1. Portfolio Construction

a. Collect the closing monthly share prices for 61 months for 20 companies from your choice

(e.g. Datastream, Eikon, Bloomberg, yahoo finance, etc)

b. Derive the minimum variance frontier for various levels of expected returns, without shortselling of risky assets

2

c. Derive the minimum variance frontier for various levels of expected returns with restricted

short-selling (apply whatever restriction you consider appropriate) of risky assets allowed.

d. Plot those two minimum variance frontiers.

e. Produce a client report explaining your workings and findings.

f. Critically discuss the problems associated with short-selling.

1. Performance

Regarding your efficient portfolio (you should select one portfolio from the alternatives

produced) analyse your risk/return performance against an appropriate benchmark

(justification of the benchmark should be provided).

[30 marks]

Question 2

You have the mandate to construct an Investment Fund. The initial cash balance is £500,000

that you can use in total or partially. In your report you have to:

a. Define the Investment objective and policy (strategic asset allocation risk profile,

benchmark, constraints, etc.)

b. Explanation of the rationale behind the portfolio construction

c. What are the characteristics and composition of your portfolio? Why have you

structured in this way?

d. Analyse your risk/return performance against an appropriate benchmark

(justification of the benchmark should be provided). It is expected the use of risk adjusted

performance measures e.g. Sharpe ratio).

[30 marks]

Question 3

You are a hedge fund manager. The initial cash balance is £500,000 that you can use in total

or partially. In this task you should apply any of the long/short Portfolio Construction

Techniques discussed (Market Neutral, Portable Alpha (Equitised) portfolio or Hedge

Strategy). In your report you should clearly explain the rationale behind the portfolio

construction and its composition, how your strategy is implemented, benchmark used and

theoretical payoff.

[10 marks]

The overall word limit for questions 1 to 3 is 2,000 words, excluding cover page and references

page, but including any appendix you might add.

The cut-off date, for both portfolios (Question 1 and 2) is April 12th

. This is the date that

must be used to assess/report performance achieved.

Question 4

Many observers think that the Bank of England will raise the base interest rate in the next

18/24 months. Explain what could be the motivations and effects of such a policy on the UK

economy and how this decision can be affected by Brexit.

Attached files available to the selected winning bid

I will attached the excel sheets I started with my relevant stock details. Cear instructions will also attached for the assignment.

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