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1. MGT 401 Assignment Week 1 Introduction to a Business Plan For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com MGT 401 Week 1 Introduction to a Business Plan Throughout this course and the next several Small Business and Entrepreneurship courses, you will be researching, planning, and developing various components of a business plan. Your goal in these first few courses is not to develop a fully-functional business plan, but rather to learn about different types of business structures, business plan components, funding and financial requirements, operational processes, marketing and sales strategies, business analytics, potential issues, contingency plans, and other considerations relevant to running a successful business. Once you have a better understanding of everything that goes into creating a successful business plan, including what can go right or wrong within each area, you will be much better prepared to develop your own business plan in MGT/465 Small Business and Entrepreneurial Planning. So please keep in mind that you will be able to revise and expand upon your work as you proceed with the development of your business plan. For this assignment, you will be drafting a brief overview for a fictional company and one you already own.

2. Research“Business Plan Components” and “Sample Business Plans” on the Internet, as well as relevant topics that can help you to cultivate new business ideas. Write a brief description of your proposed company in 550 to 625 words. Your description should include the following: The company name and history Mission The product(s) or service(s) that you will offer Opportunity (i.e. the specific problem that your product/service will solve) Your overall business strategy Your market Your competitive advantages Refer to your Strategic Management Worksheet assignment for additional details. You can use this worksheet to capture basic information that will help guide you through the business plan development process. Don’t worry about getting too specific in any particular area, since you will be revisiting this overview to provide more detailed information as you complete additional sections of your business plan. Avoid using first person “I, my, we, us and so forth.” Please discuss the “business only” even if its’ your potential business. Do not write “I” in any part of the assignment.

3. Click on the Assignment Files tab to submit your assignment. ============================================== MGT 401 Assignment Week 2 Business Opportunities and Competitive Advantages For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com MGT 401 Week 2 Business Opportunities and Competitive Advantages For this assignment, you will be assessing potential business opportunities and competitive advantages for your product(s)/services(s). The goal is to describe what you’re planning to sell, the consumer need that your product(s)/services(s) will satisfy, who your target market is, and how you will differentiate yourself from your competitors in the marketplace. Research potential business opportunities on the Internet, as well as relevant topics that can help you to cultivate new business ideas. Keep in mind that it’s better to smart small and grow your idea or market than to try to take on too much initially.

4. Write a 700- to 1000-word paper in which you describe your potential business opportunity and complete the following: Describe the product(s) or service(s) that you are planning to sell. oHow much will you charge for your product(s)/service(s)? oHow often do you plan to sell your product(s)/service(s)? oWill your product(s)/service(s) require frequent updates? (e.g. software apps) Explain how your product(s)/service(s) will meet an unmet consumer need or problem. For example: oIs it a new product or service that does not yet exist, or a refinement of an existing product or service? oDoes your product/service cater to a specific type of consumer or need? oAre you able to offer your product/service for a cheaper price than your competitors? oDo you offer your product/service at a more convenient location or with better hours? (e.g. over the Internet, a franchise in a growing neighborhood, 24/7 access) Assess your target market or customer. For example: oAre you meeting a Business-to-Business (B2B) and/or Business-to-Consumer (B2C) need? oAre your consumers within a specific demographic or business field, or across a wide range of market segments? oHow large is your target market?

5. oWhat are your specific customer needs or expectations? oHow will your product(s)/service(s) satisfy the needs or expectations of this target market? oHow much and how often do you expect your customers to purchase your product(s)/service(s)? Explain how you will differentiate yourself from your competitors in the marketplace. (i.e. how are your products or services cheaper, faster, better, specialized, personalized, etc.?) Include any research, references, or other information needed to support your business concept. Avoid using first person “I, my, we, us and so forth.” Please discuss the “business only” even if its’ your potential business. Name the business and eliminate “I” throughout the paper. Click on the Assignment Files tab to submit your assignment. ============================================== MGT 401 Assignment Week 3 Operational Costs and Budget

6. For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com MGT 401 Week 3 Operational Costs and Budget In this assignment, you will identify basic costs and revenue projections for a business budget. The goal is simply to identify these items since you will be completing more detailed financial projections, cash flow statements, and budgets in FIN/375 Financial Management in the Small Business. Write a 400- to 625-word paper in which you identify and describe estimated costs and revenue projections for your product(s)/service(s), and include the following: Sources of funding or revenue (e.g. bank loan, investments, expected sales) Fixed costs (e.g. a physical business location or warehouse lease, utilities, transportation, security, insurance, technology, equipment or tools) Variable expenses (e.g. raw materials, packaging, personnel, shipping, marketing) One-time purchases (if any) Total projected income Create a business budget spreadsheet and include your projected revenue, costs, and totals.

7. Avoid using first person “I, my, we, us and so forth.” Please discuss the “business only” even if its’ your potential business. Name the business and eliminate “I” throughout the paper. Click the Assignment Files tab to submit your assignment. ============================================== MGT 401 Assignment Week 4 Competitive Analysis and Marketing Considerations For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com MGT 401 Week 4 Competitive Analysis and Marketing Considerations In this assignment, you will identify the basic components for your marketing plan, with a major focus on researching your competition. The goal is simply to identify these items since you will be completing a more detailed marketing plan in MKT/431 Small Business Marketing.

8. Write a 525- to 700-word paper in which you identify and describe the competitive landscape for your product(s)/service(s) and the key advantages that your product(s)/service(s) offer over your competitors. Also briefly describe the kinds of marketing, sales, distribution, and customer service activities that you plan to use to attract and maintain potential customers. Answer the following questions in your paper: Who are your direct competitors? What do they offer, and what advantages might their product(s)/service(s) offer over yours? (Note: if there are no direct competitors in the marketplace, consider related industries where consumers are currently spending their money, or potential competitors that will follow your lead) What advantages does your product(s)/service(s) offer over your competition? (Note: your advantages may be different for different types of customers or competitors) Who are your target customers? How will your product(s)/service(s) appeal to their specific needs? How do you plan to advertise your product(s)/service(s)? (e.g. on the Internet, social media, email, t.v./radio ad, newsletter, word-of- mouth) How will this type of marketing appeal to your target customer(s)? How will you highlight the value or unique characteristics of your product(s)/service(s)? What types of marketing will you use to attract new customers and grow your business? How do you plan to distribute your product(s)/service(s)? (e.g. Internet, download, physical store, government contract, reseller/distributor, door-to-door, tradeshow) Will it be a one-time

9. purchase, repeat business, or subscription service? What forms of payment will you accept? What kind of staffing will you need to support your sales efforts? What kind of customer service will you provide in support of your product(s)/service(s)? (e.g. phone, email, chat, training, user guides, videos) How will you respond to product/service issues and customer complaints? Summarize your ideas and research, and cite sources as needed. Click the Assignment Files tab to submit your assignment. ============================================== MGT 401 Assignment Week 5 Social Listening and Future Business Opportunities For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com MGT 401 Week 5 Social Listening and Future Business Opportunities In this assignment, you will discuss ways to improve communication and customer service for your business. You will also investigate how

10. customer feedback can lead to additional ideas that can help to grow your business. Write a 350- to 525-word paper in which you answer the following questions: What are some of the ways in which you can reach out to customers to improve communication, provide additional information, proactively support your product(s)/service(s), establish good customer rapport, and help build your business network? (e.g. email, newsletters, surveys, focus groups, loyalty clubs, referrals) How will you solicit feedback for your product(s)/service(s), and what type of information will you collect? How will you use this information to improve your product(s)/service(s), customer service, or business operations? Based on industry trends, what additional business opportunities would you consider pursuing in the future? (e.g. growing your business, franchising your business, buying an existing business) How do you foresee growing these opportunities out of your existing business operations? What new products or services can you foresee evolving out of your existing business? How do you envision expanding these product(s)/service(s) out of your existing network? Summarize your responses and cite any resources as needed. Click the Assignment Files tab to submit your assignment. ==============================================

11. MGT 401 Entire Course (New) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 1 Quiz ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 1 DQ 1 The Environment ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 1 DQ 2 Risk Control ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 2 DQ 1 Hazard Classes ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 2 DQ 2 Scenario ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 2 Quiz ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 3 DQ 1 Respiratory Hazards ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 3 DQ 2 Supplied-Air Respirator (S.A.R.) vs. Air-Purifying Respirator (A.P.R) ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 3 Quiz ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 3 Respiratory Protection Selection ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 4 DQ 1 Confined Spaces ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 4 DQ 2 Air Monitoring ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 4 Quiz

12. ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 4 Risk Assessment Plan ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 5 DQ 1 Incident Response System ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 5 DQ 2 Regulations Procedures ASHFORD MGT 401 Week 5 Final Paper ============================================== MGT 401 Week 1 DQ 1 The Environment (New) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management The Environment. Why is it deemed necessary to protect the environment? What does it mean to society? To business? To the individual? To future populations? Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings. ============================================== MGT 401 Week 1 DQ 2 Risk Control (New)

13. For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management Risk Control. What are the primary elements of each of the three types of risk control? Assume you are in a hazard hunt; list a few factors in your job that may contribute to a hazard and how likely is it that a hazardous situation will occur? Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings ============================================== MGT 401 Week 1 Quiz (New) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management

14. 1. Question : Hazardous materials can be released intentionally in criminal acts or acts of terrorism. Student Answer: True Temporary Site Occasional Site Occasional Exposure Temporary Exposure Points Received: 1 of 1 ============================================== MGT 401 Week 2 DQ 1 Hazard Classes (New) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com

15. Business - Management Hazard Classes. List the nine major hazard classes as outlined by the U.S Department of Transportation (D.O.T.). Research a news article that covers one of the nine major hazard classes. Identify the hazard and explain how the hazard created the dangerous situation. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings. ============================================== MGT 401 Week 2 DQ 2 Scenario (New) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management Scenario. Isopropyl alcohol (I.P.A.) has a flash point of 53 degrees Fahrenheit. The outside temperature is 68 degrees Fahrenheit. While this product is being unloaded from a truck, several cases fall to the floor and the product spills. Several large pieces of machinery and a welding operation are running nearby. Is there a potential danger from fire in this scenario? Justify your response. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings.

16. ============================================== MGT 401 Week 2 Quiz (New) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management 1. Question : Non-health effects that hazardous materials can produce including fire or explosion are known as ____ effects. Student Answer: harmful material physical objective Points Received: 1 of 1 Comments:

17. 2. Question : The pressure created over and above the normal or ambient pressure is known as ____. Student Answer: sudden pressure push pressure concussive pressure overpressure Points Received: 1 of 1 Comments: lab organization Points Received: 1 of 1 ============================================== MGT 401 Week 3 DQ 1 Respiratory Hazards (New) For more course tutorials visit

18. www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management Respiratory Hazards. Choose two of the five Respiratory Hazards. Provide a brief explanation of each hazard and describe a situation in which you may encounter them. What effects would each of these hazards have on your body? Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings. ============================================== MGT 401 Week 3 DQ 2 Supplied-Air Respirator (S.A.R.) vs. Air-Purifying Respirator (A.P.R) (New) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management Supplied-Air Respirator (S.A.R.) vs. Air-Purifying Respirator (A.P.R.). What are the advantages and disadvantages of the S.A.R. versus the A.P.R.? What questions should you ask prior to selecting a respirator? Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings.

19. ============================================== MGT 401 Week 3 Quiz (New) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management 1. Question : The type of respirator that is strapped to the face of the user and a seal is formed between the mask and the skin is known as a(n) ____ respirator. Student Answer: closed-circuit sealed tight fitting adherent Points Received: 1 of 1

20. Comments: 2. Question : The ratio between the levels of particulates inside the mask versus those measured outside the mask is known as the ____. Comments: 10. Question : If the systolic blood pressure (top number) drops by more than 20–30 points or the pulse rate increases by more than ____ beats per minute, the person is considered to have a positive orthostatic change in vital signs. Student Answer: 10 20 30 40 Points Received: 1 of 1 ==============================================

21. MGT 401 Week 3 Respiratory Protection Selection (New) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management Respiratory Protection Selection. Complete the activity on page 250 and determine the proper response to the needs for personal protective equipment and how to protect workers in confined spaces ============================================== MGT 401 Week 4 DQ 1 Confined Spaces (New) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management

22. Confined Spaces. What are the most common causes of death in confined spaces? Which group of employees is most likely to succumb and why? Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings. ============================================== MGT 401 Week 4 DQ 2 Air Monitoring (New) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management Air Monitoring. Identify the reasons for performing air monitoring. What reporting is necessary? What factors should you take into account when conducting air monitoring in an outside area? Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings. ============================================== MGT 401 Week 4 Quiz (New)

23. For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management 1. Question : An area large enough to enter, not designed for occupancy, and hard to get in or out of is known as a ____ space. Student Answer: confined dangerous permit-required restricted Points Received: 1 of 1 Comments: 2. The most significant weather event that may alter a contamination situation is ____. Student Answer: rain

24. wind snow high temperatures Points Received: 1 of 1 ============================================== MGT 401 Week 4 Risk Assessment Plan (New) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management Risk Assessment Plan. (See pages 59 to 64 in the text). Using the template on page 61, carry out a risk assessment on at least three tasks you perform at work or in your home that relate to hazardous materials management. This might include cleaning tasks, fueling a vehicle, or chores at home such as painting, changing your car’s oil, and storing materials. When creating your assessment scenario, try to include a combination of material and/or confined-space or personal safety-

25. equipment issues. You will reference these three job hazards when writing your “Final Paper.” ============================================== MGT 401 Week 5 DQ 1 Incident Response System (New) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management Incident Response System. Why is it necessary for a business to have an Incident Response System in place? Does your place of employment have one? Explain in detail. Respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings. ============================================== MGT 401 Week 5 DQ 2 Regulations Procedures (New) For more course tutorials visit

26. www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management Regulations/Procedures. Discuss the aftermath of a recent disaster. Describe at least three regulations or procedures and explain how they were applied/or not applied to prevent workers’ exposure to hazardous materials and other harmful conditions ============================================== MGT 401 Week 5 Final Paper (New) For more course tutorials visit www.tutorialrank.com Business - Management Final Paper Develop an Incident Action Plan (See page 22 of your textbook) based on the three job hazards identified in your Week Four “Risk Assessment Plan.” Reference theSample Command Procedures for Emergency Response Operations, beginning on the bottom of page 412 in your textbook. Use this guideline to create an Incident Action Plan for your

27. place of employment (or home). Tailor the Incident Action Plan to address your unique situation. In addition, address the seven common mistakes made by incident commanders on page 416. ==============================================