Module 5: Discussion Forum 

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In team development, some team members prefer to take initiative while others prefer to be told what to do. 

• Identify benefits and drawbacks of each preference (consider Cogs Ladder). 
• Explain how these benefits and drawbacks may affect a team members role within the team. 
• As a team leader, how important would it be for you to recognize these differences among team member preferences and what could you do to help propel the team through higher stages in team development? 

The use of teams can bring about great change within an organization; however, effective outcomes often depend on how teams are assembled and incorporated. A key component to the assembly of a team is the level of diversity that will be included. As discussed throughout this unit, the presence of diversity can provide an advantage for a team but can also create some difficulties that must be overcome. The essay topic is the advantages and disadvantages of diverse teams within an organization. The following questions should be addressed:

1. What are some advantages to utilizing diverse teams within an organization?
2. What are some potential difficulties that might need to be overcome in order for a diverse team to be successful? 
3. What are some methods and tactics that can be utilized to overcome the potential difficulties?
4. As a conclusion, is it worth the effort to attempt to overcome the difficulties in light of the potential advantages of a diverse team?

Your essay should be at least three pages in length, including an introduction, a body of supported material, and a conclusion. The reference and title pages do not count toward the total page requirement. A minimum of three scholarly references are required. Please use the CSU Online Library to locate the supporting references to write this essay.

 You are to write on Three essay questions (25 points each, a total of 75 points). You will select from these provided questions. How you say it is as important as what you say. Organize your thoughts and plan the answer to the questions, Try to use the templates from ASQ or SmartArt from Word Document to create nice diagrams. Word your answers carefully and completely, supporting each answers with facts and reasoning. Cite references when appropriate. Answers for each question should be at least 150 words, use Microsoft Word, Time New Roman, 12 font, double space. 

Select 3 out of 5 questions 

1. Explain the elements and concepts of Kaizen, Kanban and JIT (Just-in-Time). How does they relate to Lean production? Also you will explain and give an example of Lean systems that can be applied into your daily life. 

2. Develop a flowchart and cause-and-effect diagrams for the followings: a. A flowchart of the process you use to study for an exam. How might you improve this process? b. A cause-and-effect diagrams of ‘late for work or school’. Explaining involved steps or/and related factors in details. 

3. A large hospital identified the following strategic priorities: – Patient safety – Few hassles for patients and families – Workforce well-being – Operational efficiency Suggest some measures that link to these strategic priorities. You might wish to do some research on how hospitals measure patient safety and clinical excellence. 

4. Observe a business with which you are familiar and interact with frequently, such as a restaurant or food service, a laundry service, your bank, or the college bookstore.  a. Develop a Pareto chart that encompasses the major service defects of the business, identify the most significant service problems and suggest how quality could be improved. b. To prevent some incorrect actions and/or defects of your selected business, develop at least 2 mistake proofing (Poka Yoke) items from your observation. 

5. With the football season, the program want to develop its budget for the coming year using a forecast for football attendance and promotions. The business manager has accumulated total of annual attendance figures and promotions for the past eight years. Wins Promotions ($) Attendance 4 29500 36300 6 55700 40100 6 71300 41200 8 87000 53000 6 75000 44000 7 72000 45600 5 55300 39000 7 81600 47500 Given the number above, develop the equation to forecast attendance for wining 7 games next year. Students will explain the equation, correlation, and coefficient of determination. a. Using Linear Regression to forecast relationship between wins-attendance b. Using Linear Regression to forecast relationship between promotions-attendance c. Using multiple Regression to forecast relationship between promotions-attendance Note: From your course textbook, Regression analysis is in Chapter VII Analysis Techniques  

• Watch the video titled, “The Case for Business Ethics” (also available below). Next,  go to the Society for Human Resource Managers’ (SHRM) Website and read  the “SHRM Code of Ethical and Professional Standards in Human Resources  Management,” located at http://www.shrm.org/about/pages/code-of-ethics.aspx.  Then, assess the importance of business ethics to today’s  organizations. Suggest two (2) actions that human resources can take in  order to influence positive ethics in an organization. Provide a  rationale for your response.
• From  the case study, give your opinion on which theory you believe dominates  business today, and explain why. Take a position as to whether or not  you believe Monsanto was successful in its effort to meet stakeholder  interests. Provide one (1) example of Monsanto’s effort to meet  stakeholder interests to support your position.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FySbm7JR744&feature=youtu.be

This week’s assignment contains an imaginary scenario in which you will demonstrate your knowledge of the concepts presented in this course.

Scenario:

Your friend, an 8th-grade earth science teacher at the local middle school, is organizing an Earth Day celebration for his students and their families. He knows you have recently been learning about environmental policies in this environmental science class and has asked you to be one of several guest speakers at the event. He would like you to explain to the students how scientific research and public awareness of an environmental issue led to an environmental policy or law. The goal is for the 8th-grade students to understand how people and communities (scientific community, government bodies, citizens of a country, etc.) can effect positive change for the environment.

Use the policy and issue you selected for your Wk 5 Discussion – Environmental Policies in Action.

Prepare a 3-to 4-minute video and/or audio recording, or a 1,050- to 1,750-word transcript of your presentation.

Address the following in your presentation:

• Summarize the environmental issue. What are its causes? What are the effects on the environment and people? Consider multiple perspectives and locations, as applicable.
• Explain how economics and/or personal lifestyle choices or behaviors are related to this issue.
• Describe how individuals, communities, and/or governments have worked to address the issue.
• Examine the impact of relevant legislation or initiatives. What are the benefits? Have there been any consequences?

Note: Remember your audience; the presentation needs to make sense and appeal to 13- and 14-year-old students.

Include at least 2 outside resources to support your conclusions.