Business and Professional Ethics Financial malfeasance is an act of outright sabotage where one of the parties to a signed contract takes an economic activity that is capable of causing internal damage. Some of the financial malfeasances that misdirect investors include the inappropriate scrutiny of the overall corporation leading to lack of proper oversights in finances and the failure to pay adequate attention to the expenditure of the organization’s resources on program implementation (Griffin, et al, 2014). This paper aims to identify instances of misrepresentation in the Enron, Arthur Andersen, and WorldCom. The investors, employees, regulators, as well as the public, were harmed and misled by the fraud. Here, the misrepresentations included recognizing the revenues prematurely by use of prepays, the syndication of SPEs, interest conflicts by the board of directors as well as false financial statements. Those that benefitted include the senior management of Enron and partners at Arthur Andersen (Brooks & Dunn, 2018). In Arthur Andersen, the misrepresentations involved the employment of a culture that was focused mainly on the production of revenue through non-audit services. Also,…
Short Story Public Service Announcement (PSA) Assignment: Short Story Public Service Announcement (PSA) Complete all lessons prior to this assignment. A public service announcement (PSA) is like an advertisement that informs us about something important. The purpose of a PSA is to benefit the public by raising awareness about an issue or topic. Watch these public service announcements first to get an idea of what a PSA is: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3x-KaVwUpNI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WPmLoUDFIHY 1. Create the PSA flyer In this assignment, you will choose a single fiction story from the list below, analyze the story, and create a PSA flyer on a single theme from your analysis (see the example attached to the directions). You will not include the story title or author in the flyer; this is not a book report cover. [unique_solution]The flyer focuses only on the theme and adheres to the purpose of a PSA. Fiction story options/choose only one: Ambush Everything Stuck to Him A Worn Path The Turtle Winter Dreams In Another Country The Jilting of Granny Weatherall The Rockpile Everyday Use The Life You Save May Be Your Own…
Path to Nazi Genocide EQ’s -How did Hitler and the Nazis rise to power? -How were they able to perpetrate a genocide?[unique_solution] 5-main ideas/facts that would help answer both questions · Hitler started ascending to power after he was appointed the chancellor of Germany by President Paul Von Hindenburg in 1933. · The point where Hitler abolished the presidency, and in agreement with the army he declared himself the right chancellor to be in charge of the government · Hitler becomes the leader of the Nazi party · Racism messages directed to Germany Jews and blacks. · Germany Jews businesses attacked and burnt as they were declared enemies of the Germany state. · The revoking of the passport of Germany Jews · The idea of branding the Germany Jews as enemies of the Germany state 3-important vocabulary terms to help understand the history · Oath of allegiance · Dictator · Enabling Act · Radical policies · Traditional hymn · Parliament · Chancellor 2-most interesting pieces of information-things I didn’t know before · Was not aware that apart from the…
Critical Review: Survival of the Sickest In the non-fiction genre of literature, many writers have often tried to persuade as well as educate their readers on specific facts. Dr. Sharon Moalem, in her book, survival for the sickest, seeks to demystify our current understanding and beliefs on diseases and change the reader’s perceptions on health and their relationship to all other living things on earth. Dr. Moalem argues on the influence of illnesses and diseases on the evolution of humanity. The thesis of this paper is to analyze Sharon Moalem’s book, “survival for the sickest” and access whether the book was able to meet its intended objective. Dr. Moalem argues that evolution may favor the emergence of harmful traits and genetic diseases. For instance, she uses the example of Sickle cell. Sickle cell anemia disease affects an individual when the person has two copies of the gene that causes the red blood cells to have a sickle shape. Moalem discusses that when an individual possesses one of these genes, they acquire partial resistance against malaria. Dr. Moalem uses another…
African American Presence in the Digital World Introduction The cascade in the digital information sector has seen a great revolution among African Americans as a tool for their longtime struggles among the whites. Additionally, It has contributed to the ideological and political force to gain support in the cultural movements, and black people peoples protest. The purposeful world of technology has been used intelligently in the outset of slavery eradication that has, for a long time, occurred the black community in the hand of the whites. The digital reproductivity has made illustrations by the use of quotes to vividly put the issue of ‘black man’ in the current world exclusively. ‘The good old boys were kings, and the royalty established the glass ceiling. How easily conditions are forgotten when you are on top.’ This thought-full line in a more profound sense of understanding addresses the new world race, the oppression that existed, and the new momentum the African American has taken in the cyberspace sphere. The site users employed this ideology in an attempt to eradicate the discrimination in employment…
AGRA The magical aura of Agra has always been extraordinary, making it worthy of abundant glimpses. It acts as a sheath to one the Wonders of the World that is none other than the Taj Mahal. This epitome of beauty and love has always been able to leave every visitor awestruck. Agra is considered as one of the most prominent hubs for the tourists whenever they are present in India. Not only the Taj, but many other heart-stealing destinations are lying in Agra. Things to see in Agra Taj Mahal: One of the seven ‘Wonders of the World’ and a true illustration of beauty, the Taj Mahal, would never dissatisfy you. It contains beautiful Mughal architecture and is quite prominent for the same worldwide. This tourist attraction was built by the mighty Mughal emperor Shah Jahan for his beloved queen Mumtaz. Fatehpur Sikri: Fatehpur Sikri was considered as a city during the past and is majorly known for its red sandstone. It also served as the notable capital of the Mughal Empire during 1571. Presently, it is recognized as…
Air Canada’s Flight Overbooking Scandal On February 10th, 2019, the CBC News investigative column highlighted the unscrupulous means that Air Canada uses through its employees to misuse the legal provisions that allow various flight companies to oversell their tickets to increase their revenues. According to CBS News (n.d.), different anonymous employers came forward to offer an insight into how the company trains the employees, especially the ticket agents, to provide false information about the availability of the booking space in the flight. The individuals who testified in anonymity asserted that it was the company’s policy to ensure that the ticket agents are prepared to handle pressure from the customers after they miss the flight to their destinations. The ticket agents are trained to ensure that the bookings supersede the requisite amount of passengers that the flights could handle on a single journey. Owing to various testimonies, it is evident that such practice is encouraged by the company since there are several technological advancements through the use of algorithms that helps in predicting the likelihood of individuals booking the flight. The…
The American Revolutionary introduction The American Revolutionary was characterized by war between the British and the 13 colonies. The British were supposed to win the war. However, in the end, the 13 colonies ended up winning for reasons that were ingenious. They knew the land that the war was fought on, they knew tactics that were dastardly and to the British cowardly, and they did not know of an ally that would help them, the French. The history behind this brilliant victory is definitely an interesting one. The war was being fought on the land that the Americans were settling on. The Americans knew the land and all of its features. They knew about all the hills that were great for protection, they knew about which ponds and lakes were hidden so they could set up camps, they knew about the climate that they were living in such as what time of year the cold winds from the north would be forced upon them, and they knew about the secret paths that they could flank the British from. Even if…
Summarise the CIPD 2018 Profession Map Values: The core values from an Human Resource (HR) perspective are the ones that makes the staff work in a just and equitable manner. Concerning the values, the Hr or Learning and Development (L&D) practitioners should not utilise the concept of favouritism else it may create a risk of losing skilled employees. Other than this, they should also work in a committed manner, which is all about doing the right thing regardless of the cost (Cohen, 2017). There is also a need to act consistently and apply moral convictions in the way they deal with the employees. All in all, they should adhere to the highest standards of ethical behaviour by complying with the laws and HR practices. Core knowledge: The Hr must be knowledgeable about the principles and procedures involved in recruitment, selection, training and development of employees. They should also have administration and management knowledge concerning strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership, coordination of people and resources etc. Other than this, a basic understanding about English Language is also essential which will help…
Literary analysis of, “A Wagner Matinee” By Willa Cather Willa Cather is recognized as one of the most prolific writers in American literature. Her short story, a Wagner Matinee, is narrated in the first person by a young man called Clark. The story is characterized by sentences with many adjectives, use of imagery, irony and is developed extensively through the use of narration. The effect of this style makes the reader understand the life of Georgiana in her book A Wagner Matinee. Willa Cather demonstrates her styles and narrative approach in dealing with the themes of struggle, isolation, and hardship. Cather develops a sense of the hardship and physical suffering faced by Georgiana though out the story. Georgiana had eloped with Howard despite the reproaches and criticism of her friends and family. The narrator makes the reader aware that Howard was a carpenter who had no money. Both of them had eloped to the Nebraska frontier family. The extent of Georgiana’s hardship is evident from the narrator’s opinion of her when he describes her as having, “yellow skin as…