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Financial Mathematics (Modern Portfolio Theory)

Assessment Requirements

Choose 5 assets between 01/Mar/2009 to 01/Oct/2010 by giving
appropriate reasons. Download price information from Yahoo, use
?adjusted close? Prices for the basis of computation.

NOTE:
Please see the Remark.

1) Calculate the equivalent mean, variance and standard deviation of
these shares (adjusted close prices) annually.
2) Calculate the covariance matrix V.
3) Plot the daily share prices and daily returns for each individual company.
4) Analyse the covariance and share price behaviour over some chosen
sub time intervals to verify the theory of positive covariance and
negative covariance imply that share prices move in the same and
different directions.
Choose some appropriate starting time points, using previous data to
5) Calculate the efficient frontier and plot it explicitly
6) Use utility functions F(μ, σ) = μ ? α σ2 and F(μ, σ) = μ / σ2 to
find the ?optimal? investment portfolio at the beginning of these time
period.
7) Study the methodology of constructing indices or ETF funds,
construct an ETF fund using these 5 assets at the beginning of time
periods.
Use subsequent data to
8) Compare the investment performance of each asset, the constructed
ETF fund and your optimal portfolios at some chosen future time points
(say after every twenty trading days).
9) Study if asset protections have been useful by using options under
the following scenarios:
Purchase suitable BS priced options instead of assets (if weight isl
positive, buy call, if weight is negative, buy put), compare return to
real asset portfolio.
If you purchase an asset, buy the corresponding BS priced put optionl
for the intended time period, if you short an asset, buy the
corresponding BS priced call option for the intended time period.
Draw conclusions on your studies.

Remark:

1) Please select the following assets from yahoo finance: Tesco,
Sainsbury, Morrisons, Asda, Wesfarmers.
2) Computations have to be detailed enough, the appropriate formulas
have to be used so that the mathematical reasoning is clear.
3) The problems have to be included in a single Word document
4) If you use Excel for computations, please provide that file as well.
5) Please check the results to make sure they are correct, and please
let me know what software you used (Excel, Matlab, etc.)

 

 

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Organization Accessment

Choose only one of the following organizations for this research paper:
Disney
Wal-Mart
AT&T
Microsoft
Caterpillar
Amazon.com
In this paper, you will report an analysis of one organization.
Address the following points in the research paper.
Review and analyze the vision and mission statement. Is the company
following the stated vision and mission?
Complete an external assessment, utilizing Porter’s model for a
competitive analysis.
Evaluate the organization’s Intensive Strategy, in the areas of Market
Penetration, Market Development and Product Development.
Construct a SWOT analysis for the organization.
Review your research and based on your conclusions, what corporate
strategy would you recommend for the next five years of operations?

 

 

 

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The Effects of Punishment and Sentencing

Sentencing is an important aspect in the criminal justice process. It
is the punishment defendants receive when they are convicted of a
crime. The punishment spectrum is wide and vast, ranging from
probation to death.

Resources: pp. 256, 278 of Criminal Justice in Action.

Write a 750- to 1,050-word paper analyzing the integral role
sentencing plays in the criminal justice process and its effects on
society. In your paper, address the following points:

Describe the fundamental philosophies surrounding the purpose of sentencing.
Describe the factors that go into the determination of each
specific sentence.
Analyze the debate surrounding capital punishment.

Review 2 to 3 viewpoints for each side of the issue.
Decide if the arguments are valid. Explain your rationale.
Describe how this debate influences the decisions for punishment as a whole.

This is an opportunity for you to look at the debate from an outside
viewpoint. Treat each side equally with an unbiased view.

Cite at least one source to support each side of the argument.
Format your paper according to APA standards.
Post your assignment as an attachment.

 

 

 

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Compare and contrast the approaches to criminal procedure by the U.S. Supreme Court under Chief Justices Earl Warren and William Rehnquist.

Comparing and contrasting the approaches to criminal procedure by the U.S. Supreme Court under both Chief Justices Earl Warren and William Rehnquist. The essay should focus on their significant decisions and the effects they had on the balance between social order maintenance and individual liberties. The essay should address the effects of the Supreme Court’s decisions on law enforcement in the United States. Discuss the Supreme Court’s current approach to balancing civil liberties against public order maintenance.

The essay must include:

1. A cover page
2. An introduction
3. 5 typewritten double spaced pages of text (i.e. about 1,500 to 2,000 words)
4. A reference page containing a minimum of six (6) course-external court sources

 

 

 

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Sociological Phenomenon

Write a Description essay in which you both evoke for the reader a

contemporary social trend and comment upon it. Do not make direct,

overt statements. Do not use a thesis statement or other form of

direct pronouncement. Imply an agenda. The details you choose and the

tone, rhythm, language you employ will effectively sell your point of

view.

USE DESCRIPTION TOOL: Essay must filled with all the tool listed below

( as many as possible)

• Metaphor and simile

• Personification

• Dynamic verb choices

• Five senses

• Unique details

• Dialogue to establish character and / or situation

• Listing

• Hyperbole

NO first person please.

 

 

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The Rise and Decline of Global Powers

This essay has a word limit of 850 words and is split into 3 questions. So an equal distribution of words allocated to each argument is advisable i.e. 275 words for each question.

Question 1: “In what ways does Watson suggest that US economic and political hegemony is vulnerable? To what extent has the role of the US in the global economy been changed by the election of Obama and the economic crisis and recession?”

Question 2: “In what ways does Ikenberry suggest that China is becoming a formidable global power?  In the author’s view what is the historical uniqueness of the post-war Western order? How do these features provide the Western order with a remarkable capacity to accommodate rising powers?”

AND

Question 3 (This is a Critical Thinking Question)

Question 3: “Contrast the different ideological positions in these two articles regarding the US?”

 

 

 

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Burger King Beefs Up Global Operations

Paper must contain at least five references, which may include internet sources, books, and professional journals or other appropriate resourcesAll papers are electronically scanned by SafeAssign. Significant deduction of points may result when copying and plagiarism is evident.

Incorporate into the analysis responses to the following questions.

1. What is Burger King?s core competency? How does it relate to its chosen strategy?
2. How would you explain how Burger King has decided to configure and coordinate its value chain? Which of Burger King?s value chain activities create the most value for the company?
3. Burger King globally expanded later than its main fast food competitor. What advantages and disadvantages has this created?
4. When entering another country, discuss the advantages and disadvantages that an international restaurant company, specifically Burger King, would have in comparison with a local company in that market.
5. About two-thirds of Burger King?s restaurants and revenues are in its Americas region (United States and Canada) and one-third elsewhere. Should this relationship change? If so, why and how?
6. The case mentions that Burger King prefers to enter countries with large numbers of youth and shopping centers. Why do you think these conditions would be advantageous?
7. How has Burger King?s headquarters location influenced its international expansion? Has this location strengthened or weakened its global competitive position?
8. As CEO of Burger King, what tools and strategies would you use when deciding on possible future locations for the company.
9. What do the implications of the challenges identified in the case have for Burger King?s strategy today and in the future?

 

 

 

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Electric powered Cars

Writing about Market Segmentation and Product Positioning of a Marketing plan.

You are required to prepare a 5 page research plan to support introducing the Product and Service for? Your Marketing Plan? To the U.S. market. In addition to stating your marketing objectives (this is a brief Introductory paragraph that describes the product, is measurable, and has a stated time for attainment; i.e., have a 10% market share after the first year; have a 15% Net Profit after the first year) the student is required to:

leave an area with ( ) for me to create a name for the product in the introduction paragraph about the product.

1. Identify the marketing segment for the product and explain why this segment was selected;

2. Discuss the target market and why these customers will be targeted;

3. Conduct a SWOT (strengths, weakness, opportunities and treats) analysis for the company;

4. Describe the market position for your product and service.

Support your recommendations with at least 2 reference sources that discuss the nature of the product, use of market research methods related to the product, or considerations in conducting research, and cite your references using APA style.

 

 

 

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Criminal Justice New Terminology

Write 1000-word research paper in which you describe the research process.
Include the following:
? Include new terminology In the USA Criminal Justice System.
? How will this new terminology and knowledge apply to a career in criminal justice?
? How can not knowing the proper terminology affect you as you conduct criminal justice research?
? How will knowing these terms be an asset to you when evaluating and analyzing research studies or data?
APA 6.0
All Direct quotes must have page number.
Please use USA Context!

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Capital Punishment

Research both sides of capital punishment. Write about it being unlawful; and write about it being lawful. Also, write about it’s negative deterrent effects; and write about it’s positive deterrent effects. Reference/Source materials must include 2 books and a combination of 2 magazine, journal, and/or newspaper articles.

 

 

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