Author: chris

Project description
There are two topics, plz write 750 words for each topic

Presentational Issues/ Integrated Reporting and Cutting the Clutter/ Sustainability Reporting/ Corporate Governance Reporting
Presentational Impacts on Communication Quality
Definitions of quality of information in financial statements
The importance of voluntary communication and the role of imagery and design within this
What disclosure theories may explain voluntary disclosure in financial statements?
Consider legitimacy/signalling/attribution behaviour. Also consider whether the behaviour is always conscious.
Does the voluntary communication matter? Do investors use this? Does this create subconscious priming to receive information?
What is the role of impression management? How does it work? Why do managers do this? What is the role of imagery/ paratext in impression management?
Definitions of paratext and the role of paratextual analysis in understanding messages in financial statements
How can paratext/visual imagery develop positive information about the company?
How may this compromise the information communicated by the company?

Integrated Reporting impact on Communication Quality
What is the debate around the development of voluntary and mandatory corporate reporting?
What is the debate around narrative reporting?
What is problem with corporate reporting especially narrative reporting?
(proliferation; issues with understandability; transparency, relevance, reliability; contents of narrative reporting (should CSR be included for example); ideas of IIRC)
What are the main drivers of the debate ( FRC;IIRC; Accounting Profession: Academic Community) and what do each seem to believe is the correct way forwards
What are the benefits and challenges/problems/limitations of expanding or contracting narrative disclosure?
Where should the balance be placed:
Relevance vs reliability
Front end accessible but subject to bias vs back end reliable due to audit but lacking in transparency
Is it the narrative nature of the disclosure that causes the issue and could it be regulated in any way?
Can narrative ever be trustworthy?
What is evidence that narrative is not trustworthy ( all the stuff about impression management)
What drives the information not to be trustworthy? (Legitimacy theory; signaling theory; attribution theory) and caused by asymmetry of information between shareholders and directors and the conflict of interest this creates. Is this unreliability of information always conscious?
What is role of audit in this and can it solve the problem? Could narrative be standardized? Could other ideas improve the quality of this disclosure ethics and integrity of accounts preparers in support of the principle of faithful representation and objectivity but again think about the issue with subconscious bias.
Where does Integrated reporting sit in all of this? What is their vision and agenda? What do their pilot reports and best practice reports look like? Do they answer the criticisms of the FRC and others in cutting the clutter?
What do the pilot best practice reports produced by the FRC and Financial Laboratory look like? Do these do a better job at resolving problems than integrated reports?
What do each organisation claim around their reports and do either appear to be a solution?

Project description
The due date is 12th of May at 12 noon.
Your essay should:
1.)Critically link case study discussion to the relevant theoretical and policy-focused literature;
2.)Use graphical and visual sources where appropriate, e.g. maps, urban plans, policy diagrams, etc.

You may choose to use appendices in this coursework, but there is no expectation that you will do so. Appendix material does not count towards the word count. However, appendices should not be used for the discussion of material that is central to your discussion and analysis.
The core reading:
Brand, P. and Thomas, M. (2005) Urban Environmentalism: Global Change and the Mediation of Local Conflict, London, Routledge.
Brenner, N., (2004), New State Spaces: Urban Governance and the Rescaling of Statehood, Oxford, Oxford University Press.
Cochrane, A. (2007) Understanding Urban Policy A Critical Introduction, Oxford, Blackwell.
Flint, J. and Raco, M. (eds) (2012) The Future of Sustainable Cities: Critical Reflections, Bristol, Policy Press.
Kjaer, A. (2004) Governance: Key Concepts, Cambridge, Polity Press.
Krueger, R., Gibbs, D. (eds) (2007), The Sustainable Development Paradox: Urban Political Economy in United States and Europe, New York, Guilford Press.
Whitehead, M. (2006) Spaces of Sustainability: Geographical Perspectives on the Sustainable Society, London, Routledge.
Other Reading:
Brenner N. and Theodore N. (Eds.) (2002), Spaces of Neoliberalism. Urban Restructuring in North America and Western Europe, Oxford, Blackwell.
Bulkeley H. and Betsill M. (2003), Cities and Climate Change: Urban Sustainability and Global Environmental Governance, London, Routledge.
Crouch C. (2004), Post-Democracy, Cambridge, Polity Press.
Davies, J.S. and D.L. Imbroscio (eds.) (2009) Theories of Urban Politics. Second edition, Sage, London.
Dean, M. (2007) Governing Societies, Sage, London.
Hajer M. (1995), The politics of Environmental Discourse: Ecological Modernisation and the Policy Process, Oxford, Oxford University Press.
Healey, P. (2006) Collaborative Planning: Shaping Places in Fragmented Societies, Palgrave, New York.
Hodson, M., and Marvin S. (2011), World Cities and Climate Change, Milton Keynes, Open University Press.
Kooiman, J. (2003) Government as Governance, Sage, London.
Simm, A. (2007) Tescopoly, London, New Economics Foundation.
Rydin, Y. (2010) Governing for Sustainable Urban Development. Abingdon & New York: Earthscan.

Useful web sites:
The Audit Commission has written a number of reports on urban regeneration and urban policy: http://www.audit-commission.gov.uk
The Joseph Rowntree Foundation provides a good summary of the findings of its research projects at: www.jrf.org
Excellent summary articles and case studies can be found at the Guardian Unlimited webpage on urban regeneration: www.societyguardian.co.uk/regeneration
http://www.poverty.org.uk – a useful source of stats on poverty in the UK.
The DCLG webpage www.communities.gov.uk
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Added on 03.05.2016 17:31
Hello There! Thank you for the last 3 essays. I have passed them all. I hope this topic will be easy for you. I will copy-paste the feedback from the last year so that you can see where the essay can be improved.

FEEDBACK: Students took a broad range of approaches to answering the two essay questions. They demonstrated creativity in drawing on a wide range of case studies to illustrate their arguments, sometimes producing interesting and original lines of thought. Many students went beyond core course readings to develop their arguments. Some of the best papers drew on primary sources, demonstrating solid capacity for original research. Similarity scores were generally low. There were three with similarity scores above 20%. For two of these this was due to justified measures (a disability form and a long bibliography). There were a few essays with extremely sloppy referencing.

Areas for improvement and lessons for next time

Very few essays were clearly linked to relevant theoretical literature. Some did not try to do tis at all while others did so in a very superficial way.
There were a lot of issues with structure, even in some of the strongest essays. Very few had strong introductions that clearly set out their argument and the structure of the essay and the main points that it would argue.
It can be difficult to strike the right balance of theory, literature review and case studies in a 2000 word essay, and a number of students clearly struggled with this. The best essays had a single case study. Some students tried to discuss two or even three cases and their analysis ended up being rather superficial as a result. Many had very short introductions and conclusions, perhaps because they had run out of words.
Many students did not take strong stances in response to the essay questions, instead largely re-hashing arguments from the literature.

Project description
Your analysis should address aspects of leadership, organizational design, organizational culture, managerial roles, global business, change and innovations, e-commerce, and e-business. Your discussion should include the various theories that apply as well as examples of practical application and other significant attributes. The paper should have 12-15 pages of content (excluding appendices, table of contents, abstract, reference and bibliography).

Project description
There are 2 questions that should be answered. Each answer should be around 2 pages. the 1st question is following: \”In what respects is modern antisemitism a continuation of age old hostility to Jews and in what respects is it different? Did the emergence of the Jewish Question at the end of the nineteenth century reflect an entirely ne conceptualization of the Jew and his role in society? Why were the Jews the target foe the ire of the new Antisemitic movement? What forms did this new Antisemitism take?\”. The 2nd question is: \”In 1932 the Nazis became the largest party in the Reichstag, with Hitler assuming power in Germany as of January 1933. Considering that in 1928 the Nazis obtained a mere 6% of the vote in German national elections, how did the Nazi electoral victory come about? What were the long- and short-term causes that led Germans to vote Nazi? What role, if any, did the Jewish Question play in the Nazi electoral victory\”?
The sources will be attached.

Reflective Journal: Who Am I?—The Journey BeginsYou have been learning that diversity manifests itself at the personal level through a unique set of social identities. It follows that examining who you are and the diverse social identities you represent, establishes a strong starting point for your study of diversity. If you cultivate a deep level understanding of who you are and how you became who you are, you are also more likely to understand and respect other people’s individual diversity.This assignment marks the beginning of crafting your “Diversity Profile.” Throughout the course, this assignment will provide you with opportunities to add new insights and ideas to your profile, based on your learning and increasingly complex understanding of diversity. As you progress, your “Diversity Profile” will grow, change, and—as part of a life-long process—represent more authentically your personal complexity and diversity.Begin crafting your “Diversity Profile” by following these steps:
•Watch the web video “War/No More Trouble” by “Playing for Change.”
•Read and reflect on the accompanying text below the web video (you may need to expand the description).
•Review the excerpt from Ramsey’s Teaching and Learning in a Diverse World and Deaux’s article “Social Identity.”Title the Assignment: Diversity Profile—Week 1 and complete in the following way:Part 1: Who Am I?
•Using the social identities list in the article “Social Identity,” write down the social identities that apply to you. If you “own” additional social identities which are not included in this article, make sure to include them in your list.
•Beginning with the phrase, “I am…” and based on the social identities you just wrote, compose a list of at least 10 words or phrases that complete the sentence and represent some or all your social identities.Remember that this list is for your benefit only and does not have to conform to anyone else’s perceptions about you. If possible, move beyond the obvious and dig deep, asking yourself sincerely: Who am I?Part 2: What Are My Goals for This Course?
•Write down three specific professional goals you have at this point for your study of diversity (e.g., what changes in yourself you expect or hope for and/or what professional benefits you expect).Submit your Diversity Profile, Parts 1 and 2.Submit this assignment by Wednesday of this week.

 For this assignment, you will write a letter of advice to either a newly engaged couple or a group of coworkers. Imagine that either the engaged couple or coworkers hear that you are taking a course in interpersonal communication and want advice regarding how to communicate in their personal or professional relationships. Based on what you have learned in this course, what advice would you give them regarding how to communicate effectively? How can you use what you have learned in this class to offer a couple or group of co-workers advice to have more positive relationships? Write your paper in the form of a letter. Please review the  .Use the list of learning outcomes to write your letter. The course learning outcomes you will need to cover are:For each of the five learning outcomes, create a separate heading that states the learning outcome that you are addressing. Then, address the following for each segment:You must address all five of the learning outcomes and the questions listed with those objectives. For each objective, be sure to define key terms and relate those ideas directly to advice for your couple or co-workers. The point here is for you to demonstrate how these ideas can be utilized to help people in their relationships. Try to offer specific advice they can integrate into their lives.Begin your paper with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement and that previews what you plan to cover in your paper. If you are having problems writing a thesis, try using the .End with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis and restates your key points.You must use at least five scholarly sources to help you make your points. Three should be course readings and two should be academic articles you have found yourself through doing research in the Ashford University Library. If you need help doing research, visit the Ashford University Library, which can be accessed through the Library tab in the left-navigation menu, in your online course.You must also draw on personal experience to offer advice or to illustrate points. It is acceptable to use hypothetical examples and/or your personal experiences for either your couple or group of co-workers. We simply want to see that you can apply what you have learned to some potential “real world” experience.The Final PaperFinal NotesThis is a formal paper and should utilize proper grammar, complete sentences, and paragraph transitions. However, you will write this paper in the format of a letter to the  or. Feel free to address the people you select directly throughout the paper.After you have written the paper, please review the grading rubric to ensure you have met all of the requirements.

Project description
Guidelines
Below are the requirements needed for successful completion of the Windshield Survey Form.
1.Introduction to the Community: Identify the community you will be using for this assignment with the city and state and provide a brief one paragraph description of the community. Your community should be the area where you live or the area surrounding your work setting. The community must include a residential area and be broad enough to answer the survey questions. You do not need demographic data.
2.Windshield Survey: Assess your community by doing a windshield survey. Information about the components of a windshield survey is located in your textbook, Nies & McEwen (2015) on page 98 (Box 6-2). Drive through the area and report your observations by describing each of the following six areas using a majority of the questions from each category of Box 6-2 as your guide (one to two in depth paragraphs for each category). Be sure to include what you observed related to each of these categories, and also include any significant items that are missing in your community because this may be equally important in identifying a community health problem.
a.Community vitality
b.Indicators of social and economic conditions
c.Health resources
d.Environmental conditions related to health
e.Social functioning
f.Attitude toward healthcare
Note: It is helpful to conduct this assessment at least two different times: during the day or evening, on a weekday and/or on the weekend. If possible, plan on asking someone to drive during your survey so that you can take notes.
3.Conclusion: Provide a summary of your findings. Describe significant community health problems based on your observations. The information gathered during the windshield survey should assist you to identify community health problems that will be further assessed in the next assignment.
See attached document for more detail.
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Please see attached document for more detail order # 1458270.
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Project description
1.Three concise 200-250-word essays about a book, person, and setting/place from the New Testament.

Content Guidelines: Choose 1 book, person, and place from the list of the provided topics for each of the 2 projects.

Your essay must include the following per item:

Book:
This essay must include: The basic literary genre, authorship, date written, key themes, purposes, major events, and main personalities.

Person:
This essay must include: The dates of the characters life, place of birth, summary of their role or positions held, defining events in their life and work, contemporaries (other biblical characters they are associated with, etc.), and their legacy. If they are a biblical author, list the related works.

Setting/Place (i.e., municipality, kingdom, empire):
This essay must include: The key dates (i.e., founding, demise, etc.), clarification of the location (regional description, the relevance of the place from a biblical/Ancient Near East (ANE) perspective, associated biblical books where it is a backdrop or central location), key attributes (religion, commerce, key figures, etc.), and associated biblical books.

Formatting Guidelines:
Use 1 Microsoft Word document for each stage of submission (That is, all of your Old Testament Bible Dictionary Project will be on 1 document, and all of your New Testament Bible Dictionary Project will be on 1 document).
Use 12-point, Times New Roman font.