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Visit the Emergency Management Agency Website for your county (or another US county you are familiar with). Research 2 mitigation strategies and 2 preparedness strategies that this counties emergency managers suggest in the event of a major disaster.

1. Briefly summarize the 2 mitigation strategies that you have researched. Next, evaluate the efficiency of the strategies in question if the disaster actually occured. Provide a rationale for your response.

2. Briefly summarize the 2 preparedness strategies that you have researched. Next, evaluate the efficiency of the strategies in question if the disaster actually accured. Provide a rationale for your response.

Please answer the questions completely. thank you.

Select an event from the following list, or choose your own idea for an event as approved by your facilitator:

*A major concert held at a large outdoor venue

*A major sporting event, such as a golf tournament, football championship game, World Series baseball game, and so forth *An outdoor festival, such as a large music, arts, or food festival in a large city

Write a 1,450- to 2,150-word assessment describing the tasks needed to prepare a protection plan for the event you selected. Include the following in your paper:

*A detailed description of the event and location

*General security concerns, such as traffic control, crowd management, access control, and terrorist threats. Include security concerns specific to your location and selected event. *A brief statement of how the tactics would need to be altered if working with VIPs at the event

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Provide at least 3 scholarly references………….i.e. not wiki, college times, etc…

Less than 10% plagiarism

Explain the best solution to the scenario below, be sure and use proper legal citations both in text and references at the end in APA format. No more than 20% can be quoted material.

Part 1

Tim Taylor operates a home improvement business performing various fix-it-up projects, including some car repairs. Tim is well known for his fun personality and quality work, so he has plenty of loyal customers to keep him busy, along with one full time employee, Al. Tim occasionally rents out some of his tools and equipment to friends and clients.

About a year ago, Tim started purchasing foreclosed homes, renovates them and then rents or sells the homes. Some of the homes are financed through various banks.

Tim and his wife, Jill, own a home, in which they have a reasonable amount of equity. Jill manages the books and other accounting responsibilities for the business.

Which type of business organization is best for Tim? Explain the advantages and disadvantages of your selection and why your answer is best based upon the applicable law.

Part 2

Create a new business that you would like to operate. Would you select an LLC, an LLP, or a corporation to form your company? Provide a detailed explanation as to why that entity would be appropriate for you. Support your choice with the applicable law and/or text materials. Search for information related to doing business in your state and provide the requirements for the option you selected, as applicable.

My state is Ohio so please use that as the guideline for the state requirements. Also cite all in legal, APA format.

This is all 1 discussion assignment so 1 Reference section at the bottom is fine and include any in text citations and be sure to do any “quotes” properly

Due Week 5 and worth 100 points

As a way of experiencing the Humanities beyond your classroom, computer, and textbook, you are asked to do a certain type of “cultural activity” that fits well with our course and then report on your experience. Your instructor will require you to propose an activity and get instructor approval before you do it and report on it (students should look for any instructions in that respect). Every effort should be made to ensure that this is a hands-on experience (not a virtual one), that this activity fits the HUM 111 class well, and that the activity is of sufficient quality for this university course. The two (2) key types of activities are a museum visit or a performance. Note: This must not be a report on the same activity (and certainly not the same report) as done for another class, like HUM 112. For instance, one might go to the same museum as done for HUM 112, but this HUM 111 report will focus on entirely different works and displays.

Visit a museum or gallery exhibition or attend a theater or musical performance before the end of Week 5. The activity (museum or performance) should have content that fits our course well. Have fun doing this.
Write a two to three (2-3) page report (500-750 words) that describes your experience.

Clearly identify the event location, date attended, the attendees, and your initial reaction upon arriving at the event.
Provide specific information and a description of at least two (2) pieces (e.g., art, exhibits, music, etc.).
Provide a summary of the event and describe your overall reaction after attending the event.
Use at least the class text as a reference (additional sources are fine, not necessary unless required by your content). Your report should include connections you make between things observed in your activity and things learned in the course and text.

Note: Submit your cultural activity choice to the instructor for approval before the end of Week 5 (earlier is even better). Look for guidance from the instructor for how or where to make your proposal. You may also seek advice from your instructor (provide your town/state or zip code) for a good activity in your general area.

Visiting a Museum

It makes sense to approach a museum the way a seasoned traveler approaches visiting a city for the first time. Find out what there is available to see. In the museum, find out what sort of exhibitions are currently housed in the museum and start with the exhibits that interest you.
If there is a travelling exhibition, it’s always a good idea to see it while you have the chance. Then, if you have time, you can look at other things in the museum.
Every effort should be made ahead of time to identify a museum that has items and works one can easily connect to our HUM 111 class and book. Since HUM 111 covers from ancient times to the 1500s AD, it makes more sense to focus on items from that time frame. In general, museums with artistic cultural artifacts and fine arts work better than history museums.
Any questions about whether a museum-visit activity fits the course and assignment well enough will be decided by the instructor when the student seeks approval for the activity. Any alternative activity outside the normal ones listed here, such as for those limited by disability or distance, will be determined by the instructor. Generally, we do not expect students to travel over an hour to get to an approved activity.
Take notes as you go through the museum and accept any handouts or pamphlets that the museum staff gives you. While you should not quote anything from the printed material when you do your report, the handouts may help to refresh your memory later.
The quality of your experience is not measured by the amount of time you spend in the galleries or the number of works of art that you actually see. The most rewarding experiences can come from finding two (2) or three (3) pieces of art or exhibits which intrigue you and then considering those works in leisurely contemplation. Most museums even have benches where you can sit and study a particular piece.
If you are having a difficult time deciding which pieces to write about, ask yourself these questions: (1) If the museum you are visiting suddenly caught fire, which two (2) pieces of art or exhibits would you most want to see saved from the fire? (2) Why would you choose those two (2) particular pieces?

Attending a Performance

Check your local colleges to see if there are any free or low-cost performances or student recitals. Student performances are generally of almost the same quality as professional performances, but typically cost much less. However, performances of high school level or lower will not meet this requirement.
A performance that is relevant to a HUM 111 course is more difficult to find than a performance that would be relevant to HUM 112 (which covers from 1600 to the present). However, our course does cover Shakespeare and Greek tragedy and drama, so any performances of those will work. Note: One can sometimes find music performances of music from the Renaissance or Reformation period, or even earlier.
Any questions about whether a performance activity fits the course and assignment well enough will be decided by the instructor when the student seeks approval for an activity. Any alternative activity outside the normal ones listed here, such as for those limited by disability or distance, will be determined by the instructor. Generally, we do not expect students to travel over an hour to get to an approved activity.
Unlike visiting a museum, where you can wear almost anything, people attending performances are often expected to “dress up” a bit.
Take a pen or pencil with you and accept the program you are offered by the usher; you will probably want to take notes on it during or after the performance.
Turn off your cell phone before entering the auditorium. Do not use your phone to record the music or to take pictures or videos. To play it safe, turn the phone off.
Most long musical performances have at least one (1) intermission. If the lights start blinking, it is a sign that the performance is about to begin.
Look for very specific things (such as a particular piece of music or the way certain instruments sounded at a specific time) which tend to stand out as either enjoyable or not enjoyable. Be sure to take notes of the things which you find enjoyable as well as the things which are not enjoyable.

If a student is unable to attend a cultural event in person due to circumstances beyond the student’s control, then the instructor will recommend an alternate event / activity for the student to “attend” online. The “virtual” event / activity is usually only for students who, due to their physical location, cannot possibly attend an event / activity in person; typically, these students are stationed overseas or have no means of transportation. Experience shows most museums and activities are modest in cost and manageable for students, and you will often see students from other universities there on similar course projects. If you are facing financial hardship, keep in mind that many museums have a free day each week and performance discounts are often available for students and veterans, among others. Feel free to ask your instructor to help with finding low-cost options. If you believe that you have a legitimate reason for attending a “virtual” activity, you must contact the instructor no later than Week 5 for your request to be considered.

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; references must follow APA style format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions. (Note: Students can find APA style materials located in the course shell for reference).
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 page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

Explain the importance of situating a society’s cultural and artistic expressions within a historical context.
Examine the influences of intellectual, religious, political, and socio-economic forces on social, cultural, and artistic expressions
Use technology and information resources to research issues in the study of world cultures.
Write clearly and concisely about world cultures using proper writing mechanics.

By Saturday, January 30, 2016, go to the Discussion Area and post responses to two of the discussion questions assigned by the facilitator. All discussion questions should be posted to the appropriate Discussion Area.

Before the end of the week, begin commenting on at least 2 of your peers’ responses. You can ask technical questions or respond generally to the overall experience. Be objective, clear, and concise. Always use constructive language, even in criticism, to work toward the goal of positive progress. Submit your responses to the appropriate topic in this Discussion Area.

Select a discussion question from the topics menu below and click the question to begin. Use the Respond link to post responses and materials that pertain to that question. To respond to an existing posting use the Respond link beneath it.

Topics
Topic
Discussion Question 1: Elements of Financial Management
Discussion Question 2: Changes in the Affordable Care Act

Discussion Question 1: Elements of Financial Management

Financial management in healthcare setting is critical to the success and well being of healthcare organization. There are very important elements of financial planning that every healthcare organization must follow.

What are the four recognized elements of financial management? Which do you think is most important and why?

AND
Discussion Question 2: Changes in the Affordable Care Act

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) has made a huge impact on healthcare delivery system and especially in regard to financial management of healthcare organizations and delivery of high quality healthcare services.

The timeline for the Affordable Care Act continues until 2015. Locate 3–4 updates on the timeline that are related to healthcare finance. Discuss these changes or initiatives. Your discussion should include what is changing and your thoughts on how this will impact healthcare finance now and in the future

Read the material firstly and then write a 500 words summary

Reflect on the topic of the chapter, and provide an overview of the key points.

Analyze the information presented, incorporate additional readings or current news information related to the topic, and provide your opinion on relevant issues (referring to facts that you present to back up your point).

What is the “’master narrative’ about weight in the United States” according to Honeycutt? What are the master narrative’s “ideological underpinnings?”

 

2, Based on their responses to the master narrative, she classifies her respondents into three groups: the Fat Busters, the Equivocators, and the Fat Boosters. How does she define each group, especially in terms of how they view their weight and appearance?

 

3. How does Honeycutt use Table 1 in her argument? Why does she include it and what information does it convey?

 

4. She argues that the Fat Busters’ perspective can be viewed as “an accommodation of gender norms,” especially regarding femininity (131). How is this the case?

 

5. She claims the Equivocators are passive in several ways. How so?

 

6. She discusses an exchange between two members during dinner at the 1997 NAAFA national convention (133). What was this exchange, and how does Honeycutt use it as evidence to support her claim?

 

7. In the final sections, she focuses on the similarities between the three groups, similarities which she didn’t anticipate finding. How are the groups similar, especially in relation to the role of “surveillance” (136) and  “cultural hegemony?” (137

For this assignment, you will complete an academic literature review of current operations management strategies with an emphasis on best practices for incorporating new and established technologies into business operations.

In completing this assignment, you will choose at least seven peer-reviewed articles from the Argosy University online library resources (beyond the required readings). You will review, analyze, and synthesize the selected materials. Later, you will use this information in RA 2 to develop a case study that details a business process reengineering (BPR) strategy for integrating IT with the goal of improving selected operational aspects of the business.

The purpose of this literature review is for you to practice the following:

Critically review the articles and understand how the concepts are related
Synthesize the various concepts and results of the review
Write a collective analysis of the articles

Download and review the following resources you will need to complete the literature review:

Suggestions for Writing Effective and Organized Papers: Use this guide for help with structuring the content of your paper in a cohesive manner.
APA Quick Reference Sheet: Refer to this resource for help with APA style regarding in-text citations, reference entries, and paper formatting.
Review of the Literature: Apply the concepts in this document when writing your review of the literature.

Complete the following:

Select at least seven peer-reviewed articles from the Argosy University online library resources (beyond the required readings) with an emphasis on the best practices for incorporating new and established technologies into business operations using BPR.
Then, write a literature review that includes the following:
Provide an introduction of the context of the articles. Describe the operations management strategies.
Identify key themes that emerge from the selected articles.
Analyze the patterns of similarities and differences in how each author has presented each theme.
Evaluate the implications of operations management strategies on the successful management and leadership of an enterprise.

Note: A literature review is not simply a summary of the articles, but is a synthesis of the many ideas and concepts presented in the various articles

Please complete the following two applied problems. Show all your calculations and explain your results.

Problem 1:

A generous university benefactor has agreed to donate a large amount of money for student scholarships. The money can be provided in one lump sum of $12 million in Year 0 (the current year), or in parts, in which $7 million can be provided at the end of Year 1, and another $7 million can be provided at the end of Year 2.

Describe your answer for each item below in complete sentences, whenever it is necessary. Show all of your calculations and processes for the following points:

Assuming the opportunity interest rate is 8%, what is the present value of the second alternative mentioned above? Which of the two alternatives should be chosen and why?

How would your decision change if the opportunity interest rate is 12%?

Provide a description of a scenario where this kind of decision between two types of payment streams applies in the “real-world” business setting.

Problem 2:

The San Diego LLC is considering a three-year project, Project A, involving an initial investment of $80 million and the following cash inflows and probabilities:

 

Describe your answer for each question in complete sentences, whenever it is necessary. Show all of your calculations and processes for the following points:

Describe and calculate Project A’s expected net present value (ENPV) and standard deviation (SD), assuming the discount rate (or risk-free interest rate) to be 8%.

What is the decision rule in terms of ENPV?

What will be San Diego LLC’s decision regarding this project?

Describe your answer.

The company is also considering another three-year project, Project B, which has an ENPV of $32 million and standard deviation of $10.5 million. Project A and B are mutually exclusive.

Which of the two projects would you prefer if you do not consider the risk factor? Explain.

Describe the coefficient of variation (CV) and the standard deviation (SD) in connection with risk attitudes and decision making. If you now also consider your risk-aversion attitude, as the CEO of the San Diego LLC will you make a different decision between Project A and Project B?

Why or why not?

Guidance: (A) Recall that there are a few steps here: ENPV is the product of: the potential payment for each cash flow, the potential for that payment (probability) and the discount rate. Then you can add the discounted probable cash-flows together and use the “NPV” function in MS-Excel to find the NPV, to which you can then subtract the initial investment in order to obtain a comparable value to “project B”. Next, use the Standard Deviation function, available in MS-Excel formulas (STDEV) to find the standard deviation. Finally, look to the text to find out how to evaluate this information and make an investment decision. (B) Use your answers obtained in part “a” to evaluate “Project A” against “Project B”. (C) Review Risk profiles for investors: risk averse = reject investment projects that are fair games or worse require a risk premium risk premium increases with risk; risk neutral = evaluate investment projects based only on expected returns (ignore risk) and risk lover = prefer higher risk (similar to requiring a negative risk premium) most individuals are risk averse.

Required Text

Douglas, E. (2012). Managerial Economics (1st ed.). San Diego, CA: Bridgepoint Education.

Read the case study provided and identify all three of the ethical dilemmas presented.
Describe the nature and all dimensions of the three ethical issues.
Identify the ethical code numbers and definitions of each issue presented using both the APA and ACA codes.
Discuss alternative courses of action that could be taken by the counselor to rectify each dilemma.
Describe the implications of each alternative action; lay out the limitations and advantages of each alternative considered.
Choose one course of action and provide a justification for this selection.
Describe the ethical decision-making model (from your course materials) you used throughout the process to arrive at a final decision (i.e., Forrester-Miller and Davis). Make sure you outline each step.

You will be graded on the process you used to arrive at your recommendations and the reasoning behind picking a specific recommendation (and not the actual recommendation itself).

You should utilize and cite at least two peer-reviewed journal articles to include in your research.

The body of the paper should be no less than 5 pages in length. Your paper should be double-spaced, in 12 point Times New Roman font, with normal 1-inch margins, written in APA style, and free of typographical and grammatical errors. It should include a title page with a running head, an abstract, and a reference page.

case study

James is a community counseling student who is interning with the College Counseling Center at the

local university. James is a 25 year-old Caucasian male, who attended a private high school in a small

rural town. In terms of being a counselor, James admits that one of his challenges is that he has not

experienced much diversity in his relationships. He states that this is not a significant issue because he

plans on opening a private practice in his hometown as soon as he graduates. Since he “knows the town”

he doesn’t feel that this is a big deal. Also, in terms of finding clients, James states that he is sure he will

be able to get referrals because his father works for the town newspaper and will run an ad as soon as he

moves home.

James admits he has no clinical experience but is pleased, upon arriving at his internship site, to see that

his ex-girlfriend is going to be his assigned clinical supervisor. Since they have not seen each other in

years, James figures that meeting once a week will give them a good opportunity to catch up on “old

times”. James also figures that she could continue to supervise him in private practice until he receives his

license. James is relieved because he knows she won’t mind, since he will be graduating in nine months,

if he puts her credential, Licensed Professional Counselor, after his name since she is supervising him.

After discussing private practice, James asks his ex-girlfriend if he can begin to see clients right away

because he is anxious to get experience and begin working on his practice. Since she figured he would be

a pretty good counselor, she agreed and paired him up with Lisa, a 21 year-old Latina female.

During the first session, James was running late and was unable to fully cover all of the intake

documents with Lisa. He put them aside and said, “We don’t really need to review these. It is just

paperwork required by the Center. Please sign here.” As the counseling session continued, James

thought he might have recognized symptoms associated with depression including decreased motivation,

loss of appetite and overall dissatisfaction. He thought about bringing these up with his supervisor but

forgot once he left the session.

James continued to meet with Lisa. The first few sessions focused mainly on her recent break-up with her

boyfriend and the resulting academic difficulties. She was very concerned that her career dream of

becoming a lawyer may be in jeopardy.

In the third session, Lisa casually mentioned that she began to experience depressive symptoms as a

child when her mother’s partner began to physically abuse her at the age of 5½ years. Lisa told her

mother about the abuse, but she did not intervene. Shortly after the physical abuse began, the man

began to also sexually abuse her. Once again, Lisa reported this to her mother and also to a teacher at

her school, but nothing was ever done. Lisa reported that when she was 7, she placed an unknown

prescription medication of her mother’s into this man’s alcoholic drink. Later that same day, the man

experienced a stroke and was rushed to the hospital where he later died. Lisa also reported learning that

her mother’s partner’s stroke and subsequent death were related to the combination of prescription

medication and alcohol. The client has never told anyone other than James that she had placed

medication in this man’s drink