BA 1301-Team Project (1)

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BA 1301 Introduction to Business Team Presentation: Show What You Know Objective The objective of this assignment is to enhance your business presentation skills by researching and delivering a well-structured presentation on a business topic. Instructions Part 1: Choose a Topic Each team will select a business topic from the list of options below. Topics will be selected on a first come basis. Everyone on the team must agree . Once a topic is chosen, no other team can choose that topic. Topics include marketing and promotional strategies, leadership styles, motivating employees, small business management, and business ethics. 1. Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility Discuss the importance of ethical decision-making in business and how companies can actively participate in promoting social responsibility. Provide a real-world example of a company who has demonstrated a commitment to ethical and socially responsible behavior and discuss how they have made an impact in their respective industry. 2. Globalization and International Business Discuss the impact of globalization on business operations and some of the cultural considerations when operating in international markets. Provide a real-world example of a company that has effectively managed and adapted to these challenges to thrive in the global marketplace. 3. Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management Explore the key principles of entrepreneurship, including startup strategies, small business management, and the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs. Share a real-world example of a small business you admire or find inspiring. What do you think is the key to their success? 4. Leadership and Management Styles Compare different leadership and management styles and discuss their implications for organizational success. Identify a leader who utilizes a unique leadership or management style and analyze how their approach has impacted their organization's success. 5. Matrix Organizational Structure Discuss the advantages and challenges of a matrix structure. Provide a real-world example of an organization that uses a matrix structure and its impact on their operations. BA 1301 | Team Presentation

6. Human Resource Management Explore the following HR functions, recruitment, training and performance management, and their role in organizational success. Then, analyze and discuss the approach taken by one company in these HR functions and share your perspective on whether they are productive or destructive. 7. Human Resource Management and Workforce Diversity Discuss HR practices, talent management, diversity and inclusion, and their impact on employee performance and job satisfaction. Provide a real-world example of a company who has demonstrated a commitment to diversity and inclusion. 8. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and Motivating Employees Discuss the application of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs and how it can be applied in a business context to motivate employees effectively. Share your recommendations for how a real-world company can use Maslow’s Hierarchy to shift their organizational culture. 9. Supply Chain Management Discuss logistics and processes involved in supply chain management and how it influences a company's efficiency. Then, analyze and discuss a real-world example of a company that has mastered the SCM process. 10. Marketing Strategies and Consumer Behavior Discuss two marketing techniques, consumer behavior, and how businesses create effective marketing campaigns to drive business success. Provide a real-world example of a company or brand that successfully utilized these strategies to achieve business success. Part 2: Research and Content Development In addition to discussing the topic, you will need to reference a real company as the basis for your presentation. You will need to provide a real-world example of what the company is doing to support your topic. Some other important tips are:  Gather relevant data, statistics, examples, and case studies that support your presentation.  Ensure that you have a comprehensive understanding of the topic.  Collaboratively develop the content for your presentation.  Outline the key points and structure of your presentation.  Decide on the main messages you want to convey to the audience. Part 3: Creating Your Presentation  Your team's task is to design a presentation that is visually appealing and packed with valuable information.  Create your presentation using PowerPoint, Google Slides, or a similar presentation application compatible with our UHD systems.  Ensure that the presentation is visually appealing, organized, and free of errors.  Your presentation should be concise and focused on the main points.  Your presentation should be 10-12 minutes. BA 1301 | Team Presentation

Part 4: Practice. Practice. Practice. Rehearse your presentation as a team before recording your final presentation. Pay attention to timing, clarity, and smooth transitions between sections and presenters. Part 5: Delivery You will record your presentation and upload it to the Discussion Board (Virtual Café-Team Presentations). Part 6: Submission On the due date, upload a copy of your slide deck using the submission link in Blackboard. One submission per team. Part 7: Peer Assessment As a team, you will need to provide constructive feedback on two team presentations. Your feedback should highlight what the presentations did well and how they can be improved. Please assign one team member to post this feedback as a reply on the original discussion thread for each presentation. Grading Criteria (See Collaborative Grading Rubric ) Your team will be evaluated based on the following criteria:  Content relevance and accuracy 40%  Clarity and organization of the presentation 20%  Effective use of visuals and supporting materials 15%  Overall presentation skills 15%  Peer Assessment 10% BA 1301 | Team Presentation

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Collaborative Grading Rubric Criteria Unsatisfactory Developing Accomplished Exemplary Total Presentation/ Content and Relevance 0-27 points 28-31 points 32-35 points 36-40 points /40 Presentation content shows a lack of understanding of the topic. There is inadequate evidence of research and insufficient relevant information and facts. Content is confusing and/or contains frequent inaccuracies. Required elements are missing and/or randomly organized. Sources, if included, generally lack proper citation format. Presentation content shows general understanding of the topic. There is limited evidence of research in locating relevant information and facts and/or supporting statements made. Content contains some inaccuracies, inconsistencies, misinterpretations, and/or somewhat unclear. A required element may be missing and/or some sources may be improperly cited. Presentation content shows an adequate understanding of the topic. Some research effort is evident in locating relevant information and facts. Content is mostly accurate and reasonably organized. May contain some inconsistencies in content or some connections made may not be supported. Required elements are included and sources are properly cited for the most part. Presentation content shows a thorough understanding of the topic. Substantive research effort is evident in locating relevant information and facts. Content is accurate and sequenced in a clear, logical way. All required elements are included, and sources are properly cited. Presentation/ Clarity and Organization 0-13 points 14-15 points 16-17 points 18-20 points /20 The presentation lacks clarity and organization. It is difficult to follow and understand the main points. The content is disorganized, and there is no clear structure. The audience struggles to grasp the message. The presentation has some clarity and organization, but improvements are needed. The main points are somewhat clear, but there are inconsistencies in the structure. The content is somewhat disorganized, making it challenging for the audience to fully engage. The presentation is clear and well-organized. The main points are easy to follow, and there is a logical structure. Transitions between sections are smooth, aiding in comprehension. The audience can follow the content without significant difficulty. The presentation is exceptionally clear and well- organized. The main points are presented coherently, with a clear and effective structure. Transitions between sections are seamless, enhancing understanding. The audience can easily grasp and retain the information presented. Presentation/ Design 0-11 points 12 points 13 points 14-15 points /15 Slides generally lack visual appeal and are text-heavy with little or no visuals and/or exhibit an overuse of color or animations. Media, (e.g., images), if used, are rarely cited on each slide. No theme is evident, and the presentation appears disjointed rather than unified and/or frequent errors (grammar, punctuation, spelling, formatting, etc.) on the slides Slides generally include a mix of white space, visuals, and/or text but not consistently and/or some overuse or inappropriate use of color or animations. Theme (e.g., template) is not consistently evident throughout the presentation and/or some errors (grammar, punctuation, spelling, formatting, etc.) on the slides. Slides are effectively designed with visual appeal including white space, visuals, and minimal text for the most part. Color and animations are used appropriately. Theme (e.g., template) is evident in the presentation for the most part to produce a cohesive presentation and/or minor errors (grammar, punctuation, spelling, formatting, etc.) on the slides. Slides are visually well designed, aesthetically pleasing with appropriate use of white space, visuals, and minimal text, on each slide. Color and animations are used judiciously. Theme (e.g., template) is evident throughout to produce a highly cohesive presentation. Basically, free from errors (grammar, punctuation, spelling, formatting, etc.) on the slides. BA 1301 | Team Presentation

Presentation/ Oral Delivery 0-11 points 12 points 13 points 14-15 points /15 Ineffective in delivering the oral presentation demonstrating below average/poor communication skills. Substantially over/under the time limit to present and/or not all members presented. Lack of preparation was evident. Somewhat effective in delivering the oral presentation demonstrating average communication skills. Slightly over/under the time limit. Some members presented more than others. More preparation was needed. Effective in delivering the oral presentation demonstrating good communication skills and generally close to the time limit for the group to present (A maximum of 12 minutes total). All group members presented, and preparation was evident for the most part. Highly effective in delivering a well-polished oral presentation within the time limit for the group to present (A maximum of 12 minutes total). All group members presented equally. Preparation was strongly evident. Timeliness and Length of Presentation Deduct 11 points Deduct 6-10 points Deduct 1-5 points 0 points deducted /-- Collaborative presentation is completed 2-3 days (49-72 hours) or more after the deadline and/or substantially lacks/exceeds the required length. Collaborative presentation is completed 1-2 days (25-48 hours) after the deadline and/or is somewhat lacking (or exceeds) the required length. Collaborative presentation is completed within 1 day (24 hours) after the deadline and meets the required length (10-15 slides). Collaborative presentation is completed by the deadline and meets the required length (10- 15 slides). Peer Assessment /10 BA 1301 | Team Presentation

BA 1301-Team Project (1)

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