Victoria discussion on Process design

The student will post one thread of at least 800 words plus the associated annotated bibliography.

The Thread

Select a key topic to research and discuss from Ch 1 and Ch 2 in the book. Key topics are the major concepts addressed within

each chapter. Concepts that have their own sections consisting of several paragraphs and begin

with a bold font heading are appropriate key topics. You may choose the same topic as a peer,

but the topics must be addressed from different vantage points (perspectives).

Must use the key concept from Ch 1and Ch 2 in the book

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My Library:

Book: Operations and Supply chain management for MBA

After you have selected your key topic, use the Internet to search for at least 5 scholarly

resources that relate to the topic and have been published within the last 5 years. Academic

articles and journals must be reputable and obtained from professional websites that address the

content of this course. Popular magazines and online sources such as Wikipedia are not

permissible.

After reading the articles, select 1 article relating to your key topic that you wish to use in your

thread. Your thread must be posted in the text box and in addition to posting the thread in the text

box, attach a Word file of your thread. Adhere to the following format:

1. Key Concept Explanation: Define your key topic by using a source other than the

textbook. Give a clear, concise overview of the essential elements relevant to

understanding your key topic. In addition, explain why you are interested in this topic

(e.g., academic curiosity, application to a current issue related to employment, or any

other professional rationale). This section must be at least 100 words.

2. Comparison: Compare your research with what you have studied during the module in

which the key topic/thread is assigned. Note differences or commonalities about your key

topic, providing evidence that you have extended your understanding of this topic beyond

the textbook readings. This is an opportunity for you to cite the additional articles you

originally researched. This section must be at least 200 words.

3. Article Summary: In your own words, provide a clear and concise summary of the

article you selected. This section must be at least 200 words.

4. Biblical Integration: Include at least 3 appropriate biblical references. Explain the

relevance of your key topic to Gods law and how it can be applied in a Christian context.

This section must be at least 100 words.

5. Application: Specifically state how your key topic has been applied to real-world

businesses or describe the potential your key topic has to influence todays business

world. Your application must possess a professional rationale that demonstrates the

significance of your key topic. This section must be at least 100 words.

6. Annotated Bibliography: Cite the articles you researched in current APA format. An

annotation must accompany each citation. Each annotation will consist of a descriptive

and evaluative paragraph that is at least 100 words. The annotations are designed to help

your classmates in their understanding of your topic. In addition, provide a persistent link

for each article.