Assignment No. 1 Marks: 20
ABC corporation stock is selling for Rs. 150 per share according to Karachi stock exchange market summary. A rumor about the company has been heard that the firm will make an exciting new product announcement next week. By studying the industry, it is being concluded that this new product will support a growth rate of 20% in dividend for two years. After that it is expected that the growth rate in dividend will decline to 6% and remains same onwards. The firm currently pays an annual dividend of Rs. 4.
The rate of return on stocks like ABC corporation is 10%.
Required:
I. Find out the values for D1, D2 and D3 (8 Marks)
II. What will be the price of stock (P2) at the end of year 2? (4 Marks)
III. What will be the present value (P0) of stock? (6 Marks)
IV. Should we buy stocks of ABC Corporation at Rs. 150? (2 Marks)
..
solution:
Find out the values for D1, D2 and D3
D1= 4 (1+0.2) =4.8
D2= 4.8 (1+0.2) =5.76
D3=5.76 (1+0.05) =6.11
What will be the price of stock (P2) at the end of year 2?
P2= 5.76 (1+0.2)/ .1-0.05
P2=138.24
What will be the present value (P0) of stock?
PO= 4.8/(1+.1)1 + 5.76/(1+.1)2 + 6.11/(1+.1)3 + 128.31/(1.1)3
= 110
Should we buy stocks of ABC Corporation at Rs. 150
As the present value of the stock is less then the current selling price so the stock
should not be purchased
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
CS507- Information Systems Assignment No. 01 Solution
Question 1:
What are the organization, management and technology dimensions of information systems? [3 marks]
Answer:
An information system represents a combination of management, organization, and technology elements. The management dimension of information system involves leadership, strategy, and management behavior. The technology dimension consists of computer hardware, software, data management technology, and networking/telecommunication technology (including the internet). The Organization dimension of information system involves the organization’s hierarchy, functional specialties, business processes, culture, political interest groups.
Question 2:
Describe some of the major changes that information systems are bringing to organizations. [3 marks]
Answer:
The flattening of organizations is probably one that students will cite, particularly with the concern over downsizing. The parallel increase in information and in the decision power of line workers (empowerment), and their corresponding increase in work satisfaction, is often missed in media reports of downsizing. The flexibility of organizations in operations, for example, custom manufacturing and in linking customers and suppliers (thus reducing order time) are some of the major changes
Question 3:
Describe the two factors that explain why organizations adopt information systems. [4 marks]
Answer:
Customers now prefer to execute transaction in an electronic environment through online-trading. Also the establishment of customer services centers has also removed the inconvenience to access vendor’s physical locations.
Due to absence of physical contact, companies are curious to keep a soft touch in an efficient manner. This requires keeping a customer-wise online track of past correspondence and transactions.
What are the organization, management and technology dimensions of information systems? [3 marks]
Answer:
An information system represents a combination of management, organization, and technology elements. The management dimension of information system involves leadership, strategy, and management behavior. The technology dimension consists of computer hardware, software, data management technology, and networking/telecommunication technology (including the internet). The Organization dimension of information system involves the organization’s hierarchy, functional specialties, business processes, culture, political interest groups.
Question 2:
Describe some of the major changes that information systems are bringing to organizations. [3 marks]
Answer:
The flattening of organizations is probably one that students will cite, particularly with the concern over downsizing. The parallel increase in information and in the decision power of line workers (empowerment), and their corresponding increase in work satisfaction, is often missed in media reports of downsizing. The flexibility of organizations in operations, for example, custom manufacturing and in linking customers and suppliers (thus reducing order time) are some of the major changes
Question 3:
Describe the two factors that explain why organizations adopt information systems. [4 marks]
Answer:
Customers now prefer to execute transaction in an electronic environment through online-trading. Also the establishment of customer services centers has also removed the inconvenience to access vendor’s physical locations.
Due to absence of physical contact, companies are curious to keep a soft touch in an efficient manner. This requires keeping a customer-wise online track of past correspondence and transactions.
Brand Management (MKT 624) Assignment No. 01
Semester “Spring 2010”
“Brand Management (MKT 624)”
Assignment No. 01 Marks: 20
“Brand Dimensions”
Select a brand of your own choice and discuss its Dimensions according to “Brand Dimension Model” given below. Try to avoid irrelevant discussion and copying from others. You can consult Lecture # 03 for better understanding. An Assignment sample is given to youat the end for your guidance.
Brand Dimensions Model
(Note: You are not allowed to select Surf Excel which is given below as Assignment Sample)
“Brand Management (MKT 624)”
Assignment No. 01 Marks: 20
“Brand Dimensions”
Select a brand of your own choice and discuss its Dimensions according to “Brand Dimension Model” given below. Try to avoid irrelevant discussion and copying from others. You can consult Lecture # 03 for better understanding. An Assignment sample is given to youat the end for your guidance.
Brand Dimensions Model
(Note: You are not allowed to select Surf Excel which is given below as Assignment Sample)
International Marketing (MKT630) Assignment No. 1
Semester “Fall 2010”
International Marketing (MKT630)
Assignment No. 1 Marks: 10
Question:
The process of globalization has fostered changes in the business environment. This is now inevitable for a businessman to avoid global competition. The successful businessperson in the 21st century will have global awareness and a frame of reference that goes beyond a region or even a country and encompasses the world. Suppose if you are a businessman, what will be your lifelong plan to be globally aware of, for an ensured growth of your business.
International Marketing (MKT630)
Assignment No. 1 Marks: 10
Question:
The process of globalization has fostered changes in the business environment. This is now inevitable for a businessman to avoid global competition. The successful businessperson in the 21st century will have global awareness and a frame of reference that goes beyond a region or even a country and encompasses the world. Suppose if you are a businessman, what will be your lifelong plan to be globally aware of, for an ensured growth of your business.
CHANGE MANAGEMENT (MGMT625) Assignment 1
CHANGE MANAGEMENT (MGMT625)
Assignment 1
Marks: 10
Due Date: October 29, 2010
This assignment is a practical exercise regarding Force-Field Analysis – a fundamental concept in Change Management.
Objective:
To introduce you to Force-Field Analysis of organizations and challenges facing them.
Instructions:
Read about force-field analysis below, and prepare your assignment on the format given at the end by:
Selecting an organization of your choice
Identifying any one problem that the organization is currently facing
Identifying and comparing “driving” and “restraining” forces to change about that problem
Force-Field Analysis:
A force-field analysis is one way to assess what is happening in organization. This concept reflects the forces, driving and resisting, at work at a particular time. It helps to assess organizational strengths and to select forces to add or remove in order to create change. The theory of change suggested by Kurt Lewin, who developed the force-field analysis, is that while driving forces may be more easily affected, shifting them could increase opposition (tension/ conflict/ resistance) within the organization and add restraining forces. Therefore, it may be more effective to render restraining forces to create change.
The use of force-field analysis will demonstrate the range of forces passing on an organization at a particular time. This analysis can increase the organization’s optimism that is possible to strategize and plan for change.
Note:
Be very specific in preparing the assignment and filling the format. No theoretical details and explanations are required. Just think about the problem, apply your knowledge and fill in accordingly.
Assignment Format:
1. Name of Organization
2. Identified Problem
(Describe the problem in a few words)
3. Driving Forces
(A list of forces driving towards change)
1.
2.
3.
4.
4. Restraining Forces
(A list of forces restraining the change)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5. Force-Field Analysis
(Put the driving and restraining forces relevant to the problem on the force-field analysis below, according to their degree of impact on change)
Driving Forces Restraining Forces
Assignment 1
Marks: 10
Due Date: October 29, 2010
This assignment is a practical exercise regarding Force-Field Analysis – a fundamental concept in Change Management.
Objective:
To introduce you to Force-Field Analysis of organizations and challenges facing them.
Instructions:
Read about force-field analysis below, and prepare your assignment on the format given at the end by:
Selecting an organization of your choice
Identifying any one problem that the organization is currently facing
Identifying and comparing “driving” and “restraining” forces to change about that problem
Force-Field Analysis:
A force-field analysis is one way to assess what is happening in organization. This concept reflects the forces, driving and resisting, at work at a particular time. It helps to assess organizational strengths and to select forces to add or remove in order to create change. The theory of change suggested by Kurt Lewin, who developed the force-field analysis, is that while driving forces may be more easily affected, shifting them could increase opposition (tension/ conflict/ resistance) within the organization and add restraining forces. Therefore, it may be more effective to render restraining forces to create change.
The use of force-field analysis will demonstrate the range of forces passing on an organization at a particular time. This analysis can increase the organization’s optimism that is possible to strategize and plan for change.
Note:
Be very specific in preparing the assignment and filling the format. No theoretical details and explanations are required. Just think about the problem, apply your knowledge and fill in accordingly.
Assignment Format:
1. Name of Organization
2. Identified Problem
(Describe the problem in a few words)
3. Driving Forces
(A list of forces driving towards change)
1.
2.
3.
4.
4. Restraining Forces
(A list of forces restraining the change)
1.
2.
3.
4.
5. Force-Field Analysis
(Put the driving and restraining forces relevant to the problem on the force-field analysis below, according to their degree of impact on change)
Driving Forces Restraining Forces
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