Assignment Task

Learning Outcomes

This task allows you to demonstrate achievement towards the unit learning outcomes. The ULOs are aligned with specific graduate learning outcomes – that is, the skills and knowledge graduates are expected to have upon completion of their studies – and this assessment task is an important tool in determining achievement of those outcomes. If you do not demonstrate achievement of the unit learning outcomes, you will not be successful in this unit.

It is good practice to familiarise yourself with the ULOs and GLOs as they provide guidance on the knowledge, understanding and skills you’re expected to demonstrate upon completion of the unit. In this way they can be used to guide your study.

Unit Learning Outcomes (ULO)

ULO 1: Compare and contrast the rules, regulations and legislation as it applies to the property management profession.

ULO 2: Analyse the impact of property management activities on the investment objectives of clients in relation to the letting, management and termination of property leases.

Graduate Learning Outcomes (GLO)

GLO 1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities

GLO 2: Problem-solving

Description

The Corona virus pandemic accelerated preexisting trends that shape how organisations understand locational needs and demand for amenities, space, and services (Buelow & Levine, 2021). This has resulted in Corporate Real Estate (CRE) managers being thrust into the limelight, focusing on managing the closing and phased reopening of work environments around the world (CBRE 2020). CBRE (2020) further discussesthat as the world learns how to adapt, the implications for corporations, their employees, and the environments in which they work promise to be nothing short of transformational.

Corporate Real Estate managers therefore are in a unique position to completely change the way that they think of, and provide, workplace strategies. Given the uncertainty surrounding the current environment, planning future real estate and workplace solutions requires organisations to be highly flexible, not only in the way they respond as an organisation to economic, social, and technological changes, but also in the capacity of their physical environment to respond to those changes. Chiarella et al., (2022) argue that strategically located workplaces built for purpose and integrated into corporate cultures, operating models and strategies are more important than ever. Furthermore, Chiarella et al., (2022) posit that companies should cease viewing corporate real estate as a cost center and instead approach real estate as a source of competitive advantage.

1. Describe endorphins, substance P, and how they work together to help us live a better life.  Do not forget the last part of the question.
2. What is diacetylmorphine, and why is it so dangerous?  There are individual physical and larger social implications for the dangers.  Discuss both.
3. How can we therapeutically use opiates?  Why can they be used for those uses/what features of the drugs make them able to be used therapeutically)?
4. It is stated we are under an opiate addiction pandemic.  Explain why?
5. REAL-WORLD ISSUE: What is the best pharmacological way to break an opiate addiction? (Defend your answer against other options and support your choice.)  Personal feelings aside, argue for a pharmacological treatment, and defend it.

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• Study project cost analysis, including cost estimating and budget development.

Prompt:
 

Activity Duration Estimating

1. Explain the considerations that must be made on the constraints of cost and scope when estimating activity durations.

2. Discuss the primary benefit in three-point duration estimating.

3. Explain the use of contingency estimating.

4. Explain any constraints in using the top-down versus bottom-up approach in duration estimating.

5. Discuss project estimation  considerations in regulated industries that have complex and changing  requirements, such as healthcare, finance, and energy. What should  managers of projects in such industries do to remain abreast of changing  requirements as they pertain to estimation (response should be  applicable across all such industries)? 

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Conduct a 30 page research comparative analysis on the quality of life and the well-being in Autism. 

This analysis needs to address two questions:

1. Exploring the links between receiving special education versus going to a public school with autism.

2. Outcomes of social and community inclusion for those with Autism. 

Please cite minimum 25 references/databases.

Case Analysis

Based on what you have learned from the following articles:

1. Adelgren, C. (2024, June 3). The True Impact of Blockchain for Global Supply Chains is Yet to be Realized. Supply & Demand Chain Executive.

2. Bateman A, & Bonanni L. (2019, August). What Supply Chain Transparency Really Means. Harvard Business Review Digital Articles.

3. McGrath, P., McCarthy, L., Marshall, D., & Rehme, J. (2021). Tools and Technologies of Transparency in Sustainable Global Supply Chains. California Management Review, 64(1), 67-89.

4. Min, H. (2019). Blockchain technology for enhancing supply chain resilience, Business Horizons, 62(1), 35-45.
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=> Please do a professional PowerPoint analysis for the attached case study. Keep the details of each slide in the note box

The slides must address the following: 

• A brief analysis of the scenario / situation 
• Should Walmart try to scale blockchain technology and use it for more than improving food safety?  If so, why and how? 
• Should Walmart try to scale blockchain technology for all of its food products?  If so why and how? 
• How might Walmart ensure its suppliers adopt the practices necessary for blockchain to be successful? 
• For which stakeholders other than suppliers should Walmart demonstrate value via the blockchain? 

Format Requirements: 

• Title page should include group number and names of all team members
• All references used in the presentation must be cited in the Notes section of the PowerPoint slide it is used, APA citation method 

Assessment TraitsRequires LopeswriteAssessment Description

School leaders are expected to be leaders within their schools, districts, and the broader school community. While the bulk of each day is spent managing the daily district or school operations and student learning, leaders need to schedule time to connect with potential community partners to formulate and share action steps for creating mutually beneficial partnerships between the district, schools, and the community.

Part 1: Community Partner Research

Conduct research about existing and potential new community partnerships at the district/school where  are most interested in working. Locate and record the responses to the following:

• List the local businesses and/or community organizations that currently partner with the district/school and briefly describe each partnership arrangement.
• Describe the value that each of these existing partnerships brings to the district/school and the value that the district/school provides to each partner.
• Identify a minimum of three additional partnership opportunities and briefly describe the value the partner could offer the district/school and the value the district/school could offer each potential partner. Include a discussion about how forming these partnerships could promote positive district/school ethos and reinforce the shared mission and vision of the district/school.
• Identify the district/school l community stakeholders you would want to engage as part of the partnership development process and the role that each would play in the process.
• Identify three strategies you could use to grow the partnerships in your desired leadership role.

Part 2: Communicating Your Partnership Plan

Imagine you are a leader in the district/school where you currently work or are most interested in working. You know the importance and value of forming and maintaining community partnerships and how by leading and collaborating effectively you empower all of the community stakeholders and foster a shared vision and purpose for the good of the district/school community. Using the research you gathered in Part 1 of the assignment, create an 8-10 slide digital presentation intended for an audience of stakeholders from the district/school community. The presentation should address the following:

• Explain how forming partnerships with community businesses and organizations can reinforce the shared mission and vision of the district/school and advocate for the inclusion of all stakeholders.
• Provide an overview of existing partnerships to illustrate how the relationships are mutually beneficial and contribute to the shared mission and vision for the district/school.
• Identify three additional partnerships you would like to cultivate and articulate the benefits of nurturing these partnerships to promote and support human flourishing in the district/school community.
• Explain the action steps you will take as a leader to grow the proposed community partnerships. Include a discussion of how you will involve other district/school community stakeholders in the partnership development process to ensure the diverse needs of the district/school community are being addressed.
• Include a title slide, speaker notes, and a reference slide in your presentation.

Support the presentation with 3-5 scholarly resources.

Refer to “Creating Effective PowerPoint Presentations,” located in the Student Success Center, for additional guidance on completing this assignment in the appropriate style. 

While APA Style format is not required for the body of this assignment, solid academic writing is expected, and in-text citations and references should be presented using documentation guidelines, which can be found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

Design a 1,050- to 1,400-word Business Proposal for a process improvement or cultural change that would affect all levels of staff in the organization and improve productivity within the organization. 

Include the following in your Business Proposal for Change:

• Purpose of the change proposal
• Analysis of need for change (why)
• Review of the current literature supporting the change from a minimum of 3 reputable sources (e.g., trade or industry publications, government or agency websites, scholarly works, or other sources of similar quality)
• Financial analysis of the change to include the following:
  • Potential costs for the change:
    • Supplies
    • Space
    • Staff
    • Time (i.e., participation time and/or facilitation time).
  • Actual costs may or may not be included; however, the analysis must portray specific costs that should be considered within the context of the proposal.
• Risks vs. benefits:
  • Impact on operations
• Implementation plan related to proposed change:
  • How will you measure outcomes and the success of the implementation and change?
• Communication plan to organization
• Evaluation strategies:
  • How will you measure the success of the change?
• Exit strategy:
  • What is your exit strategy (if the proposal fails)?
• Conclusion

Here is my proposed proposal:

Summary Outline of a Business Proposal Change for Presbyterian Hospital-DallasPurpose of the Change Proposal:

The proposal seeks to implement a new electronic health record (EHR) system at Presbyterian Hospital-Dallas to enhance patient care, streamline workflow, and improve data security.

Analysis of the Need for Change:

The current EHR system has become outdated, leading to inefficiencies, data breaches, and patient dissatisfaction. The change is essential to comply with new federal regulations on patient data and to keep up with industry standards.

Annotated Bibliography:

1. Smith, A. (2022). EHR Systems in Healthcare: The Impact on Patient Care. Journal of Health Administration.
2. This source highlights the benefits of modern EHR systems in enhancing patient outcomes and workflow efficiency.
3. HealthIT.gov (2023). Health IT and Data Security Regulations.
4. A government site outlining the latest regulatory requirements for healthcare IT, emphasizing the need for updated systems to prevent data breaches.
5. Brown, J. (2021). Cost Analysis of Healthcare IT Implementations. Healthcare Financial Management Association.
6. This study examines the financial impact of implementing EHR systems, including cost savings from efficiency gains.

Financial Estimate:

The estimated cost for the implementation of a new EHR system is $5 million, including hardware, software, training, and support services.

Potential Risks and Benefits:

• Risks: Initial disruption of hospital operations during transition, high upfront costs.
• Benefits: Increased patient satisfaction, improved data security, regulatory compliance, long-term cost savings.

Comparison Paper

Assignment objective: Your goal in this assignment is to write a paper that compares the similarities and differences of two items or processes related to your major or career in the style described within Unit III. In a larger context, the purpose of writing a comparative essay is to gain the skills of detecting similarities and differences between at least two items and then use those similarities and differences to create knowledge about one or both of the items. In this way, the comparative essay is a tool used for both observation and analysis. Additionally, the comparative essay allows you to think critically and share information about a pair of items relative to your occupation or major field of study.

Length: Your submission should be 500 to 750 words, or roughly 2 to 3 pages, not counting the cover page and references page.

References: This assignment does not require any sources. However, you may use outside sources if they are helpful to your paper. Any sources used must be cited in APA Style 7th edition standards using in-text citations and a references page.

Details: For the comparative essay, you will complete the following steps:

1. Choose a pair of topics that complement one another: see the Comparative Essay Topics Handout for more information about choosing your topic. Your choice of items to compare/contrast should be related to your career or major field of study. Business is my field of study
2. Create a list of similarities and differences: see Unit III, Lesson 2, for more instruction about how to create a list.
3. Create a thesis statement based on similarities, differences, or both similarities and differences: see Unit III, Lesson 3, for more information about how to create a thesis statement. The thesis statement should be the final sentence of the introduction paragraph and offers the main argument of your paper.
4. Choose whether to organize your essay by point or by subject: for an essay organized by point, see Unit III, Lesson 4, and the Comparative Essay Example: Essay Organized by Point sample paper. For an essay organized by subject, see Unit III, Lesson 5, and the Comparative Essay Example: Essay Organized by Subject sample paper.
5. Consult the Comparative Essay Self-check List below before submission.

Stylistic details: All essays must meet the following requirements.

• Write in Times New Roman, 12-point font.
• Include 1-inch margins on all sides.
• Use double spacing (top-to-bottom every page, to include above and below titles and centered words).
• Include an APA Style title page with six-line title block. If you use any outside sources, include a references page at the end of the paper.
• Include page numbers (upper-right corner only).
• Adhere to APA Style 7th edition convention and documentation style.

Since enrolling at CSU, your supervisor has asked you to create a brief presentation for your team about learning strategies and learning styles to help the team achieve success.

Take all the information that you have learned from the Unit III Lesson and the reading assignments and create a PowerPoint presentation that helps your team be successful. Download the PowerPoint template for this assignment.

Your presentation should contain the sections listed below.

• Include an introduction slide.
• Explain how knowing your learning style will enhance your success.
• Provide information on learning strategies.
• Discuss some ways to enhance your learning strategies.
• Discuss the types of learning styles, and state your learning style.
• Identify the learning strategies that you will use to secure your academic success at CSU.
• Include a references slide, and list all sources that were used.

Prepare a PowerPoint presentation of at least 10 slides. You must include a title slide and references slide that lists the sources in APA format; however, these slides will not count toward meeting the minimum slide requirement.

You must include at least one reference, which can be your textbook. Adhere to APA Style when creating citations and references for this assignment.

This semester you will write an Applied Final Project titled, Application of Psychology Paper.  The final paper will be due during Week 7. The paper provides you an opportunity to apply psychological theory and research in the exploration of the book or film you submitted for approval during Week 2.  (Recall, submission was made via the Application of Psychology Topic forum).

This week, your goal is to briefly outline the major sections of the Application of Psychology Paper, providing references at the end of your outline in APA Format. Two of the references used must be from scholarly, peer-reviewed journal articles.  Your outline should be 2-4 pages and be descriptive enough that I can get a sense of what the content of your paper will include. This is imperative so I can give you good feedback on your outline to enhance your final paper.

Please look at the outline tips document created especially for this assignment as well as this sample outline and sample paper from a previous student.  The outline tips document is important.  It connects you with tips, guidelines, and resources to build the outline.  Please note that the student sample outline uses complete sentences. This is not required for a good outline, but the level of detail in the content is what is required. The sample outline is a product from a student who did well and was willing to share his outline as an example for future classes. Please, do not duplicate the movie, disorder, or content of this example outline in any way.