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o prepare:

• Review the Learning Resources for Weeks 1–2 related to patient care quality, safety, and health equity.

The Assignment (2–3 pages)Analyze, synthesize, and apply evidence from the literature and course materials to develop a scholarly response to the following criteria:

• Select and deconstruct a selected nursing sensitive indicator on the quality of nursing care delivered to patients.
  • Define the selected nurse sensitive indicator and relevance to nursing practice.
  • Explain if this indicator is a structural, process, or outcomes indicator.
• Describe the relationship between the selected nursing sensitive indicator, evidence-based practice, and health equity.
• Analyze the literature to describe the potential impact of this nursing sensitive indicator on the cost of care to patients and the healthcare system.
• Describe the role of the DNP nurse in promoting quality driven nursing care.

Discuss how the marketing philosophy of a company would need to be adapted to reflect the circumstances for, say, China, or an overseas country that you are familiar with. Assignment Brief Professional Diploma in Commercial Management Candidate: Requirements: The following assignment is set to test your knowledge of matters relating to Civil Engineering Construction. It is set within the parameters of the Module 3 (C553) of the ICES Distance Learning Course.

You are required answer the questions set in a total (for the four questions) of approximately 2,000 words.

You are required to complete your submission and upload it to the Exam Portal prior to your Submission Deadline which was automatically set at 6 weeks from when you downloaded the assignment.

Your submission is to be typed.

You are required to give the reasons for conclusions.

Your answers should draw on your experience.

Acknowledge the basis of your research e.g. Internet, Textbook, Article etc. Your answers must be your own work.

Your submission will be assessed as PASS, MERIT or DISTINCTION.

The Scenario: Today a construction company has to be able to market itself in the international marketplace.

Discuss how the marketing philosophy of a company would need to be adapted to reflect the circumstances for, say, China, or an overseas country that you are familiar with.

In 1992 a report by the National Audit Office entitled Department of Transport: Contracting for Roads found the average cost overrun on a highway contract was 28%. This report led to the introduction of design and build (D&B) highway contracts which reallocated risk in an attempt to avoid contractor’s claims.

Discuss the current level of cost overruns and if the D&B approach has been successful in assisting this and reduction of claims.

The 1990’s saw the production of two landmark reports into the problems of the construction industry, Constructing the Team (Latham) and Rethinking Construction (Egan), which led the government recommend that new procurement forms of contracting for the public sector

Discuss if the criticisms of traditional contracting was justified and how the new forms have in your opinion preformed.

Today’s workforce is subject to constantly changing employment law.

Discuss the importance of keeping up to date and how you would achieve this

ssignment Task/s:

Assignment Task Description (mapped to assessment criteria)

Assessment     criteria

Write a practical report on investigating nerve impulse transmissions through reaction times. The report should have the following sections: Title, introduction, results, discussion, and conclusion. Introduction You need to demonstrate your background understanding of the nervous system. You must introduce the following concepts: A description of the structure of the central nervous system and sensory, connector and motor neurones, to include the Brain, Spinal Cord, Neurons (dendrites, axon, axon hillock, cell body, myelin sheath, node of Ranvier, and synapses) An explanation for the role of the sensory and motor neurones in reflex arc. An explanation for the mechanisms of transmission of an impulse along a neurone, to include the following events: Resting potential Graded potential Depolarisation Repolarisation Hyperpolarisation A comparison of voluntary and reflex actions An explanation for the role of the autonomic nervous system to include sympathetic and parasympathetic systems. Methodology Describe how you will conduct the experiment to measure reaction times Results Describe the data you obtained from the experiment. Graphs and tables must be used here. Discussion The discussion of your results is to include: a) An explanation of how one of the following substances can impact the transmission of nerve impulses and how the results of the reaction time tests could have been impacted if participants had been exposed to differing levels of: Caffeine Nicotine Amphetamines Cocaine. Reference should be made to relevant transmitters that are released and the physiological effects. b) An explanation of how one of the following disorders can impact the nervous system, including neurones, impulses, synaptic transmissions or neurotransmitters, Alzheimer’s Multiple Sclerosis Parkinson’s Disease, Meningitis Brain tumours. Conclusion This should be a short summary of the report. The introduction and discussion should be referenced consistently. Advisory word count for the report is 2000 words.

Demonstrate a critical understanding of foundational concepts and theoretical perspectives in social psychology. Assessment Brief Module title: Social Psychology

Module code: PSY7002D

Assignment title: Qualitative Report

Assignment format: Qualitative Report

Word/time limit: 4000-word report

File type: Written report in Word (.doc or .docx) or PDF (.pdf) format

Percentage of final grade: This assignment is worth 100% of your final grade for this module.

Submission deadline: See module iLearn page for date of submission

Grade release: You will normally receive your provisional grade and feedback within 20 working days of the submission deadline

Useful terms: Learning outcomes (LOs)

The skills and knowledge that you should be able to show in your work.

Marking Matrix A set of rules or guidelines used to grade or assess work.

Task summary: You are required to write a 4000-word Qualitative report that applies at least one social psychological theory. For this, you should apply discourse analysis (DA) to the provided speech. You should format this in the style of a research report and analyse the speech in line with the supplied real-world topic.

Assignment instructions: For this assignment, you must choose at least one relevant theory from social psychology to analyse and critically evaluate the speech below in the form of a qualitative report:

The speech: Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are, Amy Cuddy, TED, accessible at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ks-_Mh1QhMc

The topic: Social Cognition

The title: Discursive constructions of social cognition

Your report should include:

An abstract that summarises your report.

An introduction that outlines the topic area, critically reviews key literature and provides a brief rationale for your report, closing with the aims of your report.

A method section that justifies the method of analysis, and describes the analytical process followed.

A results section that provides a write-up of the discourse analysis. You should interpret the speech and apply theory here.

A discussion section that summarises your key findings and discusses and critically evaluates them in line with previous literature.

You should provide a full reference list in APA format, as well as evidence of your analysis in an appendix (e.g. coding of your discourse analysis). These do not form part of the word count.

Throughout your assignment, you should use scientific evidence to support your points.

Learning outcomes (LO)  By completing this assessment, you will have shown and be assessed on four of the learning outcomes:

Demonstrate a critical understanding of foundational concepts and theoretical perspectives in social psychology.

Apply core theories and concepts of social psychology to critically analyse and address contemporary social issues.

Demonstrate a critical understanding of qualitative methodological approaches in social psychology, using an evidence-based rationale and appropriate application of a chosen qualitative approach.

Critically evaluate scientific evidence to support arguments and address questions regarding human psychology.

You will be graded based on how well you meet these learning outcomes. Your marker will use a Rubric/Marking Matrix to grade your work, and you can find this by clicking on the submission portal

Assessment Details

First Adoption of IFRS by an entity in particular country – a case study

Scenario:

You serve as an accounting adviser within a specific country`s entity. The organisation is currently grappling with the challenge of first translation its financial statements into International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Your role is to elucidate the process involved in the initial adoption of IFRS.

Note 1: It is imperative to emphasise that the case study you create should not rely on the accounting records or financial statements of any existing company.

Reason: In the real world, translating financial statements from one accounting system to another requires additional information, which must be obtained from the top management of an existing company (which the student, for the purposes of their assignment, cannot obtain).

Note 2: Please ensure that your paper is submitted in either Word or PDF format. All parts of the assignment must be submitted in one file.

Required:

1. Select the country where an entity is domiciled and list the main differences between the local accounting requirements (local GAAP) and IFRS.
2. Prepare the statement of financial position and income statement (or the equivalent of the statement of comprehensive income, if applicable) according to the local GAAP for two accounting periods. While preparing these two statements, include at least three typical differences between local GAAP and IFRS. These differences may pertain to the country whose accounting system you are describing in Part 1, but it is not a requirement.
3. Translate the Statement of Financial Position and the Income Statement (or the equivalent of the statement of comprehensive income, if applicable) into IFRS for the second year (i.e., the date of the IFRS Opening statement of financial position is the beginning of the second year). Prepare the “Translation Tables” as at the beginning and end of the second year.
4. Prepare all financial statements required by IAS 1 Presentation of Financial Statements (notes to financial statements are not required).
5. Explain the impact of the first adoption of IFRS on the entity’s financial position and performance in accordance with the requirements of IFRS 1.
6. Write a commentary describing the problems related to the first-time adoption of IFRS in the country you have included in Part 1 and on business entities in this country.

This assignment is in the form of a scenario, which covers the main learning outcomes for this module.

Expectations and Assessment Criteria

Task	Expectations / Marking Criteria	Learning outcome
1.Select the country where an entity is domiciled and list the main differences between the local accounting requirements (local GAAP) and IFRS.	Students must describe the differences between local GAAP and IFRS in existing country and provide the source of information used. This should be prepared in a form of a table. The table should be about three pages long (10%)	3,4

2. Prepare the statement of financial position and income statement (or the equivalent of the statement of comprehensive income, if applicable) according to the local GAAP for two accounting periods.	It must be clear how the student obtained the financial statements of the respective country, i.e., whether through T-accounts or by an alternative approach. Marks are allocated based on how the student demonstrated knowledge of the basic principles of double-entry accounting. (10%)	3,4
3. Translate the Statement of Financial Position and the Income Statement (or the equivalent of the statement of comprehensive income, if applicable) into IFRS for the second year.	Students are required to produce two “Translation tables” for Statement of financial position (IFRS Opening Statement of financial position and IFRS Closing Statement of financial position) plus one Translation table for the Income statement. (40%)*)	3,4

4. Prepare all financial statements required by IAS 1 Presentation of Financial Statements	Students need to demonstrate the knowledge of IAS 1. Mark allocation: Financial statements maximum 5 marks each (total 20%). If a statement does not match to the rest of financial statements: 0 marks for that statement.	1 & 2
5. Explain the impact of the first adoption of IFRS on an entity’s financial position and performance according to the requirements of IFRS 1 First time adoption of IFRS.	Students must demonstrate knowledge of IFRS 1 and its disclosure requirements. (10%)	1 & 2
6. Write a commentary describing the problems regarding the first-time adoption of IFRS in the chosen country and the particular entity.	This document should be in a basic report format. Students must write the report explaining the situation to the users, i.e. non-accountants. For this part, references are required. Missing references: minus 5 marks. (10%)	1 & 3
	Total marks	100%

The assignment is up to the equivalent of 4,000 words.

Details about marking Part 3:

Students have access to two case studies – one is easy and second is more advanced, including the required solutions.

0	The student prepares something completely different than what is required. Student copied a case study from Canvas as it was, i.e. including the solution.
0 to 5 marks	The student is proceeding with the easy case study using their own numbers.
6 to 15 marks	Student’s assignment is based rather on the easy case study, however, the student has included some additional or different transactions, for example tax impact.
16 to 25 marks	Student follows more advanced case study with their own numbers.
26 to 40 marks	Student included advanced transactions which were not covered by the module (typically because of time reasons) where they have shown a deep understanding of IFRS requirements.

What counts towards the word limit?

Tables presenting the differences between accounting rules in the country of your choice and IFRS.

All accounting records Translation tables

All financial statements prepared by the student All text written by the student

Footnotes and appendices except where these merely reproduce material from your sources

What does not count towards the word limit?

Quotations Diagrams

Tables presenting purely factual material (e.g. lists of IFRS) References

Write a 2-page literary analysis of one of the poems assigned. You should use some literary elements to support your points. Read the elements of poetry attached where the poems are posted to help with your analysis. You may also start with a brief biography of the author of the poem you are analyzing. You should make your thesis clear in paragraph 1. If you use sources, it must not be more than 2 secondary sources. If you do not want to use sources, you should do an intertextual analysis. The grading of this paper will focus on content, structure, MLA documentation format, grammar and mechanics. Turnitin will be used for it to be graded.

Week 10 Assignment: Reflection

Reflection Instructions

This week, you will reflect on your process, progress, and papers completed over the past nine weeks. Follow these instructions:

1)     Read chapter 10.

2)     Re-read your two essays—along with your instructor’s feedback.

3)     Review feedback received throughout the course.

4)     Cover the topics below in a short (2 to 3-minute) video or a creative piece. The video can be a song, a dance, or even a speech. We will accept a PowerPoint presentation, a diagram, a storybook, or a work of art. The goal is to present your ideas creatively. Believe it or not, this will help you retain what you have learned. So, stretch yourself. We will award points for inventiveness and creativity!

Here are the topics to cover:

1.     Reliable sources, unreliable information, documentation, and fallacies.

2.     The writing process.

3.     The essay structure.

4.     APA format.

5.     Logos, pathos, and ethos for different purposes and readers.

You will be graded on four aspects:

1.     Coverage (How many of the topics did you cover?)

2.     Effort (How thoughtful does the work seem?)

3.     Communication (How effectively does it communicate its points?)

4.     Creativity (How inventive is the approach to the assignment?)

Optional: Resubmit Either or Both Papers, following these instructions:

After completing the “Reflection” part of the assignment.

1.     Revise and proofread either or both papers again.

2.     Re-submit either or both papers in the correct week (Week 5 or Week 9) along with an explanation of the improvements you made and why.

Week 8 – Assignment: Improve (Use the I in the A-S-I Framework) Instructions Assignment Directions:

Focusing on the Improve pillar of the Avoid-Shift-Improve (A-S-I) Framework, describe and depict the operational efficiencies to be gained by your improvements. These may include customer satisfaction, transport / delivery time, energy usage, and carbon emissions of the transport system as a whole. This is a street level view. Use data and depictions as appropriate.

Submission Instructions: Submit a presentation a Microsoft PowerPoint format with your describing the trend/issue and your selection. Include a title page, 5-7 slides for the body of your presentation, and References.  Format your presentation consistent with APA guidelines. Provide a minimum of 3 in text citations with a Reference List in APA 7 format.

What is the Avoid-Shift-Improve Framework?

The Avoid-Shift-Improve (A-S-I) framework is a structured approach to reducing the environmental impact of transportation and logistics. It focuses on avoiding unnecessary transport, shifting to more sustainable modes, and improving the efficiency of existing systems. The A-S-I framework supports the transition towards solutions such as cleaner energy, sustainable cities, climate action and low-carbon mobility.

The A-S-I framework emphasizes reducing the need for travel as a primary step, which can be achieved through urban planning and policies that minimize travel distances (X-city) and promote telecommuting. For example, shifting travel from private cars to more sustainable modes such as public transit, cycling, and walking. This shift is crucial for reducing greenhouse-gas emissions and improving urban mobility.

Improving the efficiency of transport modes involves adopting cleaner technologies, such as electrification of vehicles, and enhancing the operational efficiency of transport systems. Low-emission vehicles (LEVs) and better public transport systems like Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) are examples.

Effective implementation requires coordinated efforts across various sectors and alignment with broader Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This includes involvement of multiple stakeholders, such as policymakers, urban planners, service providers, and citizens to ensure comprehensive and integrated approaches to sustainable transport.

The A-S-I framework can also be linked to broader sustainable development goals, addressing not only environmental impacts but also social and economic dimensions. Actions under this framework can contribute to multiple goals.

Synthesis: Consensus.AI + Microsoft Copilot AI, Oct 20, 2024; Revised: Dr. Ernest Hughes, Nov 2, 2024

Video:

Reusable Rockets, Autonomous Autos, Smart Ships: Inventing Increasingly Reshaping the Transportation Industry. (2025) [webpage].

Goals:

The 17 Goals. (n.d.). United Nations [webpage].

See the attachment for the paper template for this assignment.

Attachment

Student Paper Template APA 7th.docx

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Submission Instructions:

[Enter the expectations for the students’ submissions. Samples are below]

A title page, 5-7 slides for the body of your presentation, and References Must include a title page, and references. These are not counted in the page count/slide count. Use Student Paper Template 7th edition 002 Resources & Supports

[Enter a list of items or resources that you think would be beneficial to students as they complete this project. If you’re linking to a third-party tool like Canva or Prezi, you should ideally include links to their Privacy and Accessibility statements. Please reach out to your ID if you need assistance. Two starting items are below]

Office 365: You have free access as an APUS student. Sign in with your My Campus Email credentials. Submitting and Confirming a Submission: Watch this 3-minute video if you need guidance on submitting your assignment.

Integrative Case 4.1. Profitability and Risk Analysis of Walmart Stores

The purpose of this assignment is to assess Walmart’s financial performance and risk profile over a three-year period by analyzing key ratios (profitability, liquidity, and solvency). This will develop the ability to interpret financial trends and evaluate operational efficiency and financial stability.

Complete “Integrative Case 4.1. Profitability and Risk Analysis of Walmart Stores” in Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis and Valuation.  See attached document. Use APA format

Read Chapter 4 https://bibliu.com/app/?bibliuMagicToken=lp4A03cXZ1Z00H1k387UBe187muWdY1f#/view/books/B1BJZRCDQBBQM/epub/EPUB/content/bd_ch_04_opener.html#page_167

RUBRIC

 Financial Ratio Analysis

Analysis of the required ratios (ROA, ROCE, liquidity, solvency) and references to the exhibits and financial data are accurate, clear, and thorough

 Explanation of Changes/Drivers

Explanation of the reasons for the changes in ratios, with referencing the applicable data, is accurate, clear, and thorough.

 

Comparative Analysis (Part B)

Comparison between Walmart, Carrefour, and Target across assigned dimensions, including conclusions, using evidence and exhibits is accurate, thorough, and insightful.

 

Application of Theory

Analysis of the case utilizing concepts in the textbook (profitability, risk, financial leverage), including references to the theoretical models as needed, is accurate, thorough, and insightful.

 

Mechanics of Writing

No mechanical errors are present. Skilled control of language choice and sentence structure are used throughout.

DIHTM104 Written Assignment

You are the new MICE manager and tasked to give a briefing on the types of meetings and their unique differences.

You may want to use the following pointers to help you:

A. Explain what is a convention and why it matters to a country economy health?
B. Explain Seminars and how they are different from the others
C. Details the main differences between a Clinic and workshop
D. What is a symposium?

First Draft Submission: 26 May 2026 (Please email your first draft to diploma_sub@springcollege.sg for the school to check the plagiarism rate)

Final Submission Deadline: 31 May 2026 (Please email your final assignment to diploma_sub@springcollege.sg)

For all other instructions and details, please refer to the question paper attached in this email.

Please take note that late submission of the assignment will not be marked and hence, will result in failure of the module. You will be required to pay for the re-exam fees at $327 per module.

Please also note that any assignments sent to this email (diploma_aca@springcollege.sg) will NOT be accepted and hence result in failure of the module.

DIHTM104 Written Assignment Rubric