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CASE: In one telecommunication company, the senior executives are experiencing conflict. Ten of the senior executives are from engineering background whereas four of them are from marketing The four senior executives are frustrated in their attempts to increase the budget for marketing and customer services instead of technology investment. They are blaming the other senior executives for being hard-headed. The conflict episodes are viewed by both sides as personal attacks rather than attempts to resolve the problem QUESTION: What type of conflict is presented in this case?

Distinguish between Horizontal and Vertical conflict? Please answer at your own easy words.

1.Classify the source of conflict in the scenarios described. Employees at Best Enterprises do not know where to report grievances, as there is no proper mechanism or a designated person through which grievances can be reported.

Open dialogue and communication channels, like in the case of Coca-Cola, can be useful in preventing conflict. Discuss the various sources of conflict in business, as well as conflict resolution approaches that can be adopted by managers and project leaders.

Purpose of This Assignment The Ethics and Social Responsibility competency addresses how to evaluate ethical dilemmas and formulate a defensible resolution. The final assessment for this competency is to write a paper that addresses stakeholder analysis, rules for ethical decision-making, ways to cultivate an ethical corporate culture, business sustainability, and Return on Investment (ROI). Ethics and Social Responsibility Final Assessment: Outline & Rubric In your paper, you should identify the various ethical dilemmas and identify the stakeholders involved in the dilemma. Since the stakeholders have different roles and responsibilities, you should analyze the ethical dilemma(s) from their perspective and identify how the ethical dilemma affects them. You are expected to synthesize what you have learned about ethical decision-making, as well as the “rules” and relevant theories of ethics and the importance of business sustainability, and apply that knowledge to this situation. Item…

Scenario: You work as a business manager for a multi-national company. Your department has a regional business office, with six employees and one support staff, in a developing country. At this point, the office has one desktop PC used by the support staff. The six employees are all very experienced and highly competent in traditional business process management techniques. One is a good mainframe IS professional. Their training and experience in using a PC, however, ranges from little to none. Your department has a decentralized philosophy in managing its regional offices. Your Chief Executive believes that positive customer relations are of paramount importance, and local autonomy allows the regional employees to fit into local cultural norms. Despite her decentralized philosophy, the Chief Executive just can’t stand to see this office so far behind the technological times any longer. She has charged you with bringing the office to a one-to-one employee/PC ratio.   Develop fifteen…

Cross-functional teamwork involves collaboration among individuals or teams from different departments, disciplines, or functional areas within an organization to achieve common goals or solve complex problems. It leverages diverse perspectives, expertise, and resources to foster innovation, creativity, and efficiency in addressing challenges that require input from multiple stakeholders. Effective cross-functional teamwork requires clear communication, mutual respect, and a shared understanding of objectives and expectations. It also involves breaking down silos and overcoming departmental barmers to facilitate seamless coordination and cooperation across the organization Key benefits of cross-functional teamwork include improved decision-making accelerated problem-solving, enhanced productivity, and increased employee engagement. By promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing among diverse teams, organizations can leverage their collective strengths and capabilities to drive…

A Sticky SituationKevin Mathews had just finished going over his notes from this morning’ssupervisory conference when the door to his office opened and Steve Burrowentered.“Got a minute?” Steve asked.“What’s up?” replied Kevin.“It’s about that meeting we attended today. I wanted your reactions to it. Ithink the old man has got a good point or two.”“Do you mean about getting our troops in on decisions more?”“Yeah, and also that bit about us supervisors living in ivory towers—notbeing in touch with our people and their points of view.”“Steve, I was just reviewing my notes on that meeting and trying to decidehow to do it. You know, before Tarson took over as general manager, it wastaboo to involve workers in management decisions. I have worked here six yearsand never consulted anyone when making decisions.”“I’m new at it too. I hoped you could give me some pointers. I think thepeople in my department will be afraid to help me ’cause I’ve never asked themfor the time of day. On second…

The structure of your firm has two lower-level positions: an entry level position in which each employee receives a one year contract and a second level position (i.e., one step up from entry level) in which employees receive three year contracts. At the end of the first year, entry level employees undergo a formal evaluation that has three possible outcomes: a promotion to the second level position with a three year contract, a renewal of the one year contract for a second year at the entry level, or termination from the firm. At the end of the three year contract at the second level, employees undergo a similar formal evaluation resulting in either renewal for another three years or termination. The firm makes initial hires at both the entry level and second level positions.   As the firm’s HR manager, you have a job applicant you are interested in hiring who has the resume qualifications of someone that you would typically hire at the second level position (with a three year…

can you please assist with teh following questions. Assume that your class group has been selected and hired by the FAO to manage this FAO Funded Aquaponics Project described in the article (above). Using expressed and implied information in the article, your project team is required to craft/develop some project documents and plans to help in the overall management of the Aquaponics Project, with specific focus on the components and questions/statements listed below. Groups are allowed to make reasonable assumptions.  7. Develop an initial stakeholder register and outline the communications and engagement strategies for each group of stakeholders (with a minimum of 5 key stakeholders).  5. Create a partial project schedule using a Gantt Chart (with a minimum of 10 tasks).

Consider the importance of interpersonal relations to organization performance and select the correct responses to the following questions. Which of the following situations are likely to cause poor interpersonal relations? Check all that apply. When managers submit invoices to Natalie in accounting without including all the necessary information, Natalie contacts them right away and helps them locate the needed cost center codes and approvals. Deion's manager has given him positive performance ratings for several years and consistently gives Deion the assignments he wants. O Brad believes that when Jason makes a mistake, he often tells their boss that Brad is responsible for what went wrong. O Billie worked her way through state college and continues to struggle to pay off student loans, while most of her coworkers attended private colleges and now vacation at their parents' second homes. You are a management consultant, and Nova Corporation has hired you to help improve communication…

can you please assist with teh following questions. Assume that your class group has been selected and hired by the FAO to manage this FAO Funded Aquaponics Project described in the article (above). Using expressed and implied information in the article, your project team is required to craft/develop some project documents and plans to help in the overall management of the Aquaponics Project, with specific focus on the components and questions/statements listed below. Groups are allowed to make reasonable assumptions.  7. Develop an initial stakeholder register and outline the communications and engagement strategies for each group of stakeholders (with a minimum of 5 key stakeholders). 8. Craft a high-level Procurement Management Plan for the project.

You work in the human resources department of a company that has just undergone a new organizational working team concept (working in virtual teams). You have been chosen as the team leader for a five-member team to design policies and procedures for the newly designed virtual teams concept and present your recommendations to the leadership team. Your immediate task is to organize and assign each team member with their specific assignments to complete the project. Describe how you would go about creating an implementation plan, including which team member is assigned to which tasks. Address the following in your plan: Identify at least 3 potential team conflict challenges and how you as the team leader plan to address each challenge.

You work in the human resources department of a company that has just undergone a new organizational working team concept (working in virtual teams). You have been chosen as the team leader for a five-member team to design policies and procedures for the newly designed virtual teams concept and present your recommendations to the leadership team. Your immediate task is to organize and assign each team member with their specific assignments to complete the project. Describe how you would go about creating an implementation plan, including which team member is assigned to which tasks. Address the following in your plan: Describe at least 3 ideas for how you will assign tasks to each team member.

You and your five high school classmates were recently reprimanded by your teacher because you were talking while he/she was giving her lecture. in his/her anger, he/she vented his/her frustration on the six of you by calling you names. this situation reached the principal's office. you and your classmates were called to have a conference with the principal and with your teacher. what do you expect to happen in this conference in term of creating a win-win situation for both the six of you and your teacher? what sort of leadership style do you want the principal to manifest during the conference so that things will work out? how about your teacher?​

- Frequently, the needs of many stakeholders are incompatible. Describe ONE method for achieving agreement on a set of criteria.

Please answer the below question. This is a Project Management question to please answer as such.  Assume that you have been selected as part of a group and hired by the FAO to manage this FAO Funded Aquaponics Project described in the article (above). You are allowed to make reasonable assumptions.   Question: Develop an initial stakeholder register and outline the communications and engagement strategies for each group of stakeholders (with a minimum of 5 key stakeholders). FAO-Funded Aquaponics Project Launched In Barbados Barbados GIS – The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has collaborated with the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and the Blue Economy, and local business Adams Aquafarms, on a project to train persons in aquaponics. Aquaponics is a sustainable way of integrating land-based fish farming with plant production. Both are placed in a tank, and the set up allows for them to coexist, with the waste produced by the fish fertilizing the plants, while the…

what strategies could be employed to ensure that the program's achievements and impacts are accurately communicated to decision-makers and funders, thereby securing continued support and resources?

Back in July 2012, the NHL opened negotiations for a new collective-bargaining agreement with an aggressive proposal to reduce players’ percentage of hockey-related revenue from 57% to 43%, among other demands. After waiting a month, the NHLPA put forth an offer that separated player salaries from league revenue, slowing the growth of player salaries, and dividing revenues saved among financially struggling teams. Emotions escalated on both sides of the negotiation.  The league lockout came after the September 15, 2012 expiration date of the parties’ existing contract came and went. Weeks of cancelled games turned into months.  Both parties were extraordinarily angry at one another.  Meetings quickly escalated to shouting matches, and fear was it could  turn physical.  Given the highly emotional nature of the disputing parties what would you recommend doing

Back in July 2012, the NHL opened negotiations for a new collective-bargaining agreement with an aggressive proposal to reduce players' percentage of hockey-related revenue from 57% to 43%, among other demands. After waiting a month, the NHLPA put forth an offer that separated player salaries from league revenue, slowing the growth of player salaries, and dividing revenues saved among financially struggling teams. Emotions escalated on both sides of the negotiation.  The league lockout came after the September 15, 2012 expiration date of the parties' existing contract came and went. Weeks of cancelled games turned into months.  Both parties were extraordinarily angry at one another.  Meetings quickly escalated to shouting matches, and fear was it could  turn physical.  Given the highly emotional nature of the disputing parties what would you recommend doing? a) Bring in a third party, unrelated to either side, to be salient and visibly present in the room b) Ask them to (please)…

Coordination extends beyond the confines of human interactions and organizational structures; it plays a pivotal role in international relations and global governance. In the realm of diplomacy, countries engage in coordinated efforts to address global challenges such as climate change, public health crises, and economic stability. Multilateral organizations, like the United Nations, facilitate coordination among nations, fostering dialogue and cooperation to tackle complex issues that transcend borders. Moreover, coordination is vital in crisis management, where timely and cohesive responses are essential. How do you believe effective coordination among nations can contribute to addressing global challenges and fostering international cooperation?

Project managers have less authority and less power in the following organizational structure:     A Functional organizational structure     A Project organizational structure       Balanced matrix structure     Strong matrix structure

Within the intricate web of the business environment, the decision-making process of organizations is intricately woven, influenced by a myriad of internal and external factors. The dynamic nature of the business environment necessitates a careful and strategic approach to decision-making. Organizations must continually assess and analyze the various elements that shape their operational landscape, considering the potential risks and opportunities that emerge.   Internally, decision-makers must take into account the organizational structure, culture, and available resources when formulating strategies. The allocation of resources, such as financial capital and human resources, is a crucial aspect of decision-making that directly impacts the ability of a business to execute its plans effectively. Moreover, decisions related to product development, marketing strategies, and innovation are influenced by both internal capabilities and external market trends.   Externally, the…

For this assignment you must read the Harvard Business School case study The Campbell Home (A) by Leslie K. John and Matthew G. Preble.  You will work in teams of four to prepare for the negotiation in which you will sell the Campbell family home.  Two members of the group will take viewpoint of Sally, the older sibling, and two members will consider the negotiation from the perspective Thomas, the younger sibling.  You have differences of opinions but you must agree a joint strategy for the sale.  There are a number of questions to consider: What challenges do you foresee with selling the house? How might you prevent or mitigate these challenges. what strategies and tactics might the siblings use, given their BATNA(s) and reservation points.  Who are the other party(s) likely to be and what might their interests and priorities be?  What are the characteristics of the situation and how might these influence the siblings’ (or the broker’s) approach to the negotiation?

EXERCISE IN FEATURES NEGOTIATION Conflict resolution In the scenario below, despite John's attempt to deal with the conflict between Daniel and Sophia, the meeting ends without a clear resolution. John: "Sophia, Daniel, I have noticed some tension between you during our recent meetings. I wanted to see if we could find a way to work together more effectively." Sophia: "Frankly, John, it's frustrating. Daniel continues to reject my ideas without even thinking about them. I feel like my creativity is being stifled." Daniel: "I'm just trying to be practical, John. Sophia's ideas are often very risky and impractical. We need to focus on strategies that have a better chance of success." John: "I understand where you both are coming from. Sophia, I appreciate your creative approach, but we also need to consider the feasibility and potential impact of our ideas. Daniel, while it is important to be practical, we should not dismiss completely innovative solutions. Let's try to find a middle…

Select one of the topics below and research a recent case or article (within the last 5 years) about your chosen topic, then answer the questions below. Topics (choose ONE): Research a case or article where: 1. An ADR method (eg negotiation, meditation, arbitration, etc) was used Answer these questions: 1. Provide details about the case you researched (Who were the parties? What was the situation?). 2. Why was an ADR method used and what are the benefits? OR Why was this classified as a white-collar crime? 3. What laws were referenced in this case and what type of law was used? 4. What was the end result? Do you agree or disagree with the outcome, if applicable, and why?

comment on quote:  “In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity” by Albert Einstein        In my professional experience, conflict occurs when two parties feel their needs, ideas, or livelihood is threatened.” In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity,” by Albert Einstein, which is one of my favorite quotes and often reminds me that hard times or life challenges can bring opportunity. This quote means that in challenging times or situations, there is always an opportunity or lesson learned.         Recently my organization went through a reduction in force (RIF). It was a very challenging time as many people were affected and lost their jobs. Those that remained with the company were also challenged; we had to adjust and take on new roles with much uncertainty. I saw some people rise to the top and thrive in that environment; others crumbled and expressed a lot of negativity and stress. The unstable environment caused a lot of anxiety and stress among the team; however, as time…

Mangement  Company X is facing a critical decision regarding a major expansion project. The executive team is divided on the best course of action. Analyze the situation and propose a decision-making strategy that can help the company resolve the conflict and move forward. Discuss the leadership skills required to facilitate effective decision-making in such a situation.

Define, compare and contrast multiparty and team-based negotiations. Provide examples of strategy that can be used to improve the effectiveness of negotiations within both settings.

A depressed employee's manager is having trouble with the said depressed employee. Although the employee if achieving her quotas, she is having difficulties submitting her reports and her manager feels like she is bringing down her entire team. Almost everyone in the company knows that the company has counseling services for its employees, but are reluctant to go. What should the manager do to address this issue? Should she push through with her initial plan of terminating the depressed employee?