{"id":18024,"date":"2021-11-23T16:45:55","date_gmt":"2021-11-23T16:45:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/assignmenttutors.net\/blog\/project-1-human-resource-management-homework-help\/"},"modified":"2021-11-23T16:45:55","modified_gmt":"2021-11-23T16:45:55","slug":"project-1-human-resource-management-homework-help","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/assignmenttutors.net\/blog\/project-1-human-resource-management-homework-help\/","title":{"rendered":"Project 1 | Human Resource Management homework help"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>BMGT 364 Project 1 Business Analysis (Week 4)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>NOTE:<\/strong> <strong>All submitted work is to be your original work. You may not use any work from another student, the Internet or an online clearinghouse. \u00a0You are expected to understand the Academic Dishonesty and Plagiarism Policy, and know that it is your responsibility to learn about instructor and general academic expectations with regard to proper citation of sources as specified in the APA Publication Manual, 6th Ed. (Students are held accountable for in-text citations and an associated reference list only).\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Project 1 is due Sunday at 11:59 p.m. eastern time of week 4 unless otherwise changed by the instructor.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Purpose <\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>In this project, you will complete an external and internal analysis for Great Start Nutrition and the industry in which it operates. \u00a0You will research the infant formula industry and use the Company Profile as one resource to complete the project. \u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Skill Building:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>You are also completing this project to help develop critical thinking and assessing the external and internal business environment.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Skills: \u00a0Research, Critical Thinking, Writing\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Outcome Met by Completing This Assignment:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>employ effective planning processes to develop strategies, goals, and objectives in order to enhance performance and sustainability\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Business Plan:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The team lead for Mayberry Consultants has been asked by Warren Pfife to put together, and present in a report format to him, a business strategy that will be a guide for the next year as the new division moves forward. \u00a0Mayberry Consultants will be working over the next 5 weeks and will be delivering this comprehensive business plan. The final plan will be laid out as outlined below and developed in two phases. In the first phase (this project), Section II, Section III \u00a0and Section IV will be completed.<\/p>\n<p>Section I \u2013 Executive Summary<\/p>\n<p><strong>Section II \u2013 Environmental Analysis<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Section III \u2013 Goals and Objectives<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Section IV \u2013 Competitive Analysis<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Section V \u2013 Description of Organizational Structure and Culture<\/p>\n<p>Section VI \u2013 Breakdown of Product and Services<\/p>\n<p>Section VII \u2013 Human Resources Plan\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The business plan will provide the organization an opportunity to explain the goals and objectives of the new division and help with the development of the strategy to achieve them. \u00a0The analysis will allow the company to gain insight into the current status of the industry it is venturing into using internal and external analysis tools, and then use this analysis to design its division\u2019s business environment. \u00a0In addition, the plan will be used to form the team that will bring the vision for this division to reality.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This week, the group from Mayberry Consultants has been tasked with conducting an internal and external analysis of the infant food industry, assessing Great Start Nutrition\u2019s future within in the industry and developing the business strategy for Great Start Nutrition as they move forward. You will need the <a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/learn.umuc.edu\/content\/enforced\/384934-001033-01-2195-OL1-6389\/Great%20Start%20Nutrition%20Company%20Profile.pdf?_&amp;d2lSessionVal=3aimKRQ8bV3obYVHrrIQfT3UB\">Great Start Nutrition Company Profile<\/a> to complete the analysis.<\/p>\n<p><strong>External and Internal Environmental Analysis<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You have been tasked with conducting a SWOT Analysis of Great Start Nutrition and the infant formula industry; a PESTLE analysis using the location identified in Week 2 Exercise \u00a0(<strong>You must use the location identified in week 2)<\/strong>; and a Porter\u2019s Five Forces analysis for the industry. The group lead has requested that the analysis tools be accompanied with explanations that will breakdown the results of each analytical tool\u2019s discoveries. \u00a0With the results of this analysis, Great Start Nutrition leadership should be able to make critical decisions on the types of products (and their corresponding ingredients) the company will use during its initial product line launch.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the internal and external analysis, you have been tasked with identifying four (4) major business goals that Great Start Nutrition should initially be focused on as it ventures into the infant formula industry. \u00a0These goals should focus on defining the entry strategy that the organization should follow as it tackles moving into an industry new to the organization. \u00a0These goals should be robust but also attainable. \u00a0Having clear attainable goals is great, but the goals also need to have clearly defined and explained objectives that will measure the progress to achieve these goals. \u00a0Meeting these objectives should result in the future success of their corresponding goals. \u00a0When writing these objectives, ensure they can clearly be related to the four goals established as critical during entry into the infant formula industry. \u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Instructions<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> <strong>Course Material<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Although you are required to research information for this project, you are also accountable for using the course material to support the ideas, reasoning and conclusions made. \u00a0Course material use goes beyond defining terms but is used to explain the &#8216;why and how&#8217; of a situation. \u00a0Using one or two in-text citations from the course material and then relying on Internet source material will not earn many points on an assignment. \u00a0A variety of source material is expected and what is presented must be relevant and applicable to the topic being discussed. \u00a0\u00a0Avoid merely making statements but close the loop of the discussion by explaining how <em>something happens <\/em>or why <em>something happens<\/em>, which focuses on importance and impact. \u00a0In closing the loop, you will demonstrate the ability to think clearly and rationally showing an understanding of the logical connections between the ideas presented in a case scenario, the course material and the question(s) being asked.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> <strong>\u00a0Write an Introduction Paragraph<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The Introduction paragraph is the first paragraph of the paper and will be used to describe to the reader the intent of the paper. \u00a0This intent should be understood prior to reading the remainder of the paper so the reader knows exactly what is being covered in the paper.<\/p>\n<p>HINT: \u00a0(Consider writing the introduction last to help ensure the main topics are captured.)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 3: \u00a0PESTEL Analysis<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You will develop a PESTEL analysis by completing the following tasks:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Discuss Great Start Nutrition&#8217;s general environment<\/li>\n<li>Develop a PESTEL analysis of the infant formula industry that has an impact on Great Start Nutrition; \u00a0\n<ul>\n<li>Provide explanations for the results of each element of the PESTEL using research and the course material. \u00a0The analysis will provided specific details that include explanation of why and how \u2013 generalizations are unacceptable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Note: \u00a0You may not use a PESTEL analysis that is already completed and available on the Internet. \u00a0A zero will result if used as the analysis has to be the result of your research and your own development.<\/p>\n<p>HINT: \u00a0Make sure to review the key elements that are covered under each of the six letters of the PESTEL. \u00a0You will want to understand and make sure to cover the key elements relevant to the Great Start Nutrition. \u00a0The analysis has to discuss the general environment and Great Start Nutrition.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 4: \u00a0SWOT Analysis<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You will develop a SWOT analysis by completing the following tasks:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Create a SWOT Table setting it up as follows. \u00a0Make sure to cite each item in the table. \u00a0Insert the table into the paper. \u00a0Note that the table template can be found under the Syllabus module.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>SWOT<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Strengths<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Weaknesses<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Opportunities<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Threats<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Analyze Great Start Nutrition (SW) and the infant formula industry (OT). \u00a0The weaknesses and threats should draw from the PESTEL analysis;\u00a0\n<ul>\n<li>Provide explanations for each of the elements of the SWOT using course material and the research done on the PESTEL. \u00a0The analysis will provided specific details that include explanation of why and how \u2013 generalizations are unacceptable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Note: \u00a0You may not use a SWOT analysis that is already completed and available on the Internet. \u00a0A zero will result if used as the analysis has to be the result of your research and your own development.<\/p>\n<p>HINT: \u00a0Make sure to review what key elements are covered under each letter of the SWOT. \u00a0You will want to understand and make sure to cover the key elements relevant to the Great Start Nutrition for the (SW) and the industry from the PESTEL (OT).\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 5: \u00a0Porter\u2019s Five Forces Analysis<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You will develop a Porter\u2019s Five Forces Analysis by completing the following tasks:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Develop the Porter\u2019s Five Forces Analysis providing explanations for the results of each of the Five Forces using research and the course material. \u00a0The analysis will provided specific details that include explanation of why and how \u2013 generalizations are unacceptable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Note: \u00a0You may not use a Porter&#8217;s Five Forces analysis that has been completed and available on the Internet. \u00a0A zero will result if such an analysis is used as the analysis has to be a result of your research.<\/p>\n<p>HINT: \u00a0(Porter\u2019s Five Forces is about the global industry so make sure you understand the industry in which Great Start Nutrition resides. \u00a0Also make sure to review the key elements associated with each force. \u00a0You will want to understand and make sure to cover the key elements relevant to the industry and Great Start Nutrition.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 6: \u00a0Goals and Objectives<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Using the results of the PESTEL, SWOT, and Porter\u2019s Five Forces Analyses<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Identify and discuss four (4) major goals that Great Start Nutrition should look to attain, with explanations as to the importance of each goal and why the goals are relevant to the company\u2019s strategy;<\/li>\n<li>Identify how each goal is associated with the PESTEL, SWOT or Porter&#8217;s Five Forces<\/li>\n<li>Identify a minimum of 3 objectives (per goal) necessary to accomplish each goal. \u00a0Explain why the objective fits the goal. \u00a0Note: \u00a0Three is the minimum so to earn additional points, more objectives are needed.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure the goals and objectives are not general in nature. \u00a0They need to be specific to Great Start Nutrition entering the infant formula industry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Step 7:<\/strong> <strong>\u00a0Competitive Analysis<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You will perform a competitive analysis by completing the following tasks:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Identify Great Start Nutrition\u2019s three major competitors;<\/li>\n<li>Using Great Start Nutrition&#8217;s three competitors, analyze the competition&#8217;s products and services explaining features, value, targets, etc. \u00a0What are the competition&#8217;s strengths and weaknesses and what is the market outlook for the competition?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Step 8: \u00a0Review the Paper<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Read the paper to ensure all required elements are present. \u00a0Use the grading rubric to ensure that you gain the most points possible for this assignment. \u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Proofread the paper for spelling and grammatical issues, and third person writing. \u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Read the paper aloud as a first measure;<\/li>\n<li>Use the spell and grammar check in Word as a second measure;<\/li>\n<li>Have someone who has excellent English skills proof the paper;<\/li>\n<li>Consider submitting the memo to the Effective Writing Center (EWC). \u00a0The EWC will provide 4-6 areas that may need improvement.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Step 9:<\/strong> \u00a0<strong>Submit the paper in the Assignment Folder<\/strong> (The assignment submitted to the Assignment Folder will be considered the student&#8217;s final product and therefore ready for grading by the instructor. \u00a0It is incumbent upon the student to verify the assignment is the correct submission. \u00a0No exceptions will be considered by the instructor).<\/p>\n<p><strong>How to Set Up the Analysis<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Create a Word or Rich Text Format (RTF) document that is single-spaced, with double spaces between paragraphs. \u00a0Use 12-point font. \u00a0The final product will be 7-9 pages in length excluding the title page and reference page. \u00a0Write clearly and concisely. \u00a0\u00a0Do not exceed 9 pages.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Completing the Analysis<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In order to complete this Business Analysis, you will want to first read the module, Learn How to Support What You Write, as this assignment requires you to use the course readings and research to support what you write. \u00a0Also, \u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Read and use the grading rubric while completing the exercise to ensure all requirements are met that will lead to the highest possible grade. \u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Third person writing is required. \u00a0Third person means that there are no words such as \u201cI, me, my, we, or us\u201d (first person writing), nor is there use of \u201cyou or your\u201d (second person writing). \u00a0If uncertain how to write in the third person, view this link: \u00a0<a rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.quickanddirtytips.com\/education\/grammar\/first-second-and-third-person\">http:\/\/www.quickanddirtytips.com\/education\/grammar\/first-second-and-third-person<\/a>.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Contractions are not used in business writing, so do not use them. \u00a0<\/li>\n<li>Paraphrase and do not use direct quotation marks. \u00a0Paraphrase means you do not use more than four consecutive words from a source document. \u00a0Instead put a passage from a source document into your own words and attribute the passage to the source document. \u00a0Not using direct quotation marks means that there should be no passages with quotation marks and instead the source material is paraphrased as stated above. \u00a0Note that a reference within a reference list cannot exist without an associated in-text citation and vice versa. \u00a0\u00a0You may not use more than four consecutive words from a source document, as doing so would require direct quotation marks. \u00a0Changing words from a passage does not exclude the passage from having quotation marks. \u00a0\u00a0If more than four consecutive words are used from source documents, this material will not be included in the grade and could lead to allegations of academic dishonesty.<\/li>\n<li>You are expected to use the case scenarios and weekly course material to develop the analysis and support the reasoning. \u00a0\u00a0There should be a robust use of the course material along with thorough analysis of potential location information. \u00a0Material used from a source document must be cited and referenced. \u00a0A reference within a reference list cannot exist without an associated in-text citation and vice versa. \u00a0Changing words from a passage does not exclude the passage from having quotation marks. \u00a0\u00a0If more than four consecutive words are used from source documents, this material will not be included in the grade and could lead to allegations of academic dishonesty.<\/li>\n<li>Use in-text citations and provide a reference list that contains the reference associated with each in-text citation.<\/li>\n<li>You may not use books in completing this exercise unless part of the course material. \u00a0Also, do not use a dictionary or Wikipedia.<\/li>\n<li>Provide the page or paragraph number in every in-text citation presented. \u00a0If the eBook does not have pages, provide the chapter title and topic heading. \u00a0If using a video, provide the minutes and second of the cited material.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Self-Plagiarism: <\/strong>Self-plagiarism is the act of reusing significant, identical or nearly identical portions of one&#8217;s own work. \u00a0You cannot re-use 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