textbook:fundamentals of management – seventh edition- by ricky w. griffin. 

 

1-5    Answer the five Questions for Review on pages 145 and 146.

6-8    Answer the first three questions under Questions for Analysis on page 146.

9-12  Read the case study on Facebook on pages 148-149.  Answer the four case questions at the end of the case study.

13     What franchise would you want to open? Why?

 

1.     Describe the similarities and differences between entrepreneurial firms and large firms in terms of their job creation and innovation.

 

2.     What characteristics make and industry attractive to entrepreneurs? Based on these characteristics, which industries are most attractive to entrepreneurs?

 

3.     Describe recent trends in new business start-ups.

 

4.     What are the different sources of advice for entrepreneurs? What type of information would an entrepreneur be likely to get from each source?

 

 

6.     Entrepreneurs and small sbuinesses play a variety of important roles in society. If these roles are so important, do you think that the government should do more to encourage the development of small businesses? Why or why not?

 

7.     Consider the four major reasons for new business failure. What actions can entrepreneurs take to minimize or avoid each cause of failure?

 

8.     The US automative industry is well established, with several large and many small competitors. Describe the unexploited niches in the US auto products that fill those niches.

 

Attached questions 9-12.

 

 

13     What franchise would you want to open? Why?

Research the responsibility of a critical thinker in a contemporary society. You may choose any topic that deals with a contemporary social concern. Examine the principles of critical thought in relation to the chosen societal concern, and consider the importance of ethics, moral reasoning, a research-based process to search for truth, and the advantages of information technology in gathering data.

Potential social concerns include, but are not limited to health (e.g., obesity, smoking, or underage drinking), poverty (e.g., homelessness, basic needs, or transportation issues), family relations and dynamics (e.g., teen violence, physical abuse, depression, or suicide), social media (e.g., privacy), immigration (e.g., illegal), and education (e.g., plagiarism and/or cheating).

Your Final Research Paper should:

1. Include a literature review of three scholarly sources based on the selected contemporary issue. Analyze the validity of the author’s arguments and/or biases.
2. Explain how academic knowledge impacts the social elements and institutions of both local and global communities.
3. Assess how the principles of active citizenship could impact the contemporary issue during the next five to ten years.
4. Include at least one reference to a multimedia component (i.e., podcast, interactive website, blog, or video) and evaluate the relevance of this piece in relationship to academic knowledge and the selected issue.

The paper must be 12 to 14 pages in length (excluding the title and reference pages) and formatted according to APA style. You must use at least 12 scholarly sources, six of which can be found in the Ashford Online Library.  Cite your sources within the text of your paper and on the reference page. For information regarding APA, including samples and tutorials, visit the Ashford Writing Center within the Learning Resources tab on the left navigation toolbar.

Writing the Final Research Paper
The Final Research Paper:

1. Must be 12 to 14 double-spaced pages in length, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
2. Must include a title page with the following:
   • Title of paper
   • Student’s name
   • Course name and number
   • Instructor’s name
   • Date submitted
3. Must begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
4. Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
5. Must end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
6. Must use at least 12 scholarly sources, including a minimum of six from the Ashford Online Library.
7. Must document all sources in APA style, as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.
8. Must include a separate reference page, formatted according to APA style as outlined in the Ashford Writing Center.

Program Summary or Grant Proposal

Summarize the process of a program’s development based on the program scenario you have used throughout the course from Appendix B. Include the following sections:

Overview of the program 

Assessment 

Needs and problem statement 

Program planning 

Alternative funding 

Implementation 

Evaluation 

 

Grant Proposal

Include the following elements:

Executive Summary (Abstract)

Table of Contents

Introduction

Overview of organization and program (Include mission statement) Assessment/Needs and problem statement

Target Population (include numbers or percentages of total population) Program Detail (goals and objectives, services and activities, staff) Budget and budget narrative

Evaluations (Process, Outcome, and Impact)

Conclusion

Supporting Documents (Letters of support, evidence of need, etc.).

 

 

Write a 1,750- to 2,100-word paper that contains all of the above elements. 

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Post your paper as an attachment.

 

Appendix B is attached!