This is a 3 part weekly assignment. The 1st part requires you to write an essay about the provided topic. The 2nd part requires you to respond to two peers postings and the instructor. The assignment will be extended after each deadline until Sunday to remain engaged in the discussion.
**DISCUSSION TOPIC**
Financial ratios can be divided into four major groupings: What are they and why are they important? Discuss each grouping and give examples.
Describe a Strategic Business Unit (SBU)? Describe and discuss the importance of the DuPont Formula?
Do you agree the methodology discussed in chapter 8 is inappropriate for management decision making? What methodology (if you know) does your company use?
***REQUIREMENTS***
Create a thread for your original post identified with your name
An average of 350-500 words in length with proper punctuation, capitalization, and grammar
Include supportive evidence, such as direct applicable experience and expert sources
Due no later than Wednesday 11:59 pm CT
Responses to discussion board posts:
Respond to two peers, minimum (you are expected to continue to engage with peers/instructor beyond these two responses)
Initial Peer responses due Friday 11:59 pm CT
Remain engaged in the discussion through Sunday 11:59 pm CT
****RUBRIC****
Discussion Post: The students post demonstrates extensive knowledge and a deep understanding of the content. Moreover, the student exhibits the ability to practically apply the content well through engagement with others, providing a clear rationale supported by the synthesis of credible evidence.
Peer & Instructor Responses: The students posts lead peers in a collaborative learning discussion by offering new insights and understanding of course information/content. The students posts elevate the discussion by presenting arguments and rationale that move the discussion forward significantly.
Writing Mechanics: The students posts each set out a well-developed thesis that establishes a
clear, fully supported purpose including logical transitions that move the reader easily through the argument, with a strong voice, correct grammar, and spelling. If the evidence presented requires citation, a correct APA formatted in-text citation(s) and reference(s) is present.
