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<strong>BUS</strong> <strong>250</strong> <strong>Week</strong> 5 <strong>Final</strong> <strong>Case</strong> <strong>Analysis</strong> <strong>Paper</strong> (<strong>Mattel</strong><strong>and</strong> <strong>Toy</strong> <strong>Safety</strong>) (<strong>Ash</strong>)Click Here to Buy the Tutorialhttp://www.bus<strong>250</strong>.com/product-23-<strong>BUS</strong>-<strong>250</strong>-<strong>Week</strong>-5-<strong>Final</strong>-<strong>Case</strong>-<strong>Analysis</strong>-<strong>Paper</strong><strong>Week</strong> 5 <strong>Final</strong> paperFor more course tutorials visit<strong>Final</strong> <strong>Case</strong> <strong>Analysis</strong> <strong>Paper</strong>www.bus<strong>250</strong>.comThe <strong>Final</strong> <strong>Case</strong> <strong>Analysis</strong> <strong>Paper</strong> should demonstrate underst<strong>and</strong>ing ofthe reading as well as the implications of new knowledge. The eightpagepaper should integrate readings <strong>and</strong> class discussions into work<strong>and</strong> life experiences. It may include explanation <strong>and</strong> examples fromprevious experiences as well as implications for future applications.The purpose of the <strong>Final</strong> <strong>Case</strong> <strong>Analysis</strong> <strong>Paper</strong> is for you to culminatethe learning achieved in the course by describing your underst<strong>and</strong>ing<strong>and</strong> application of knowledge in the field.Focus of the <strong>Final</strong> <strong>Case</strong> <strong>Analysis</strong> <strong>Paper</strong>:The <strong>Final</strong> <strong>Case</strong> <strong>Analysis</strong> <strong>Paper</strong> should focus on real life, real timeapplication of topics covered in this course; the uses you have seen<strong>and</strong> the uses you can envision. The paper must be submitted to yourinstructor no later than 11:59 pm of the time zone in which you resideon the last day of class.Read <strong>Mattel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Toy</strong> <strong>Safety</strong>, which is <strong>Case</strong> Eight in the <strong>Case</strong>s inBusiness <strong>and</strong> Society section at the end of the book. This case


describes the 2007 <strong>Mattel</strong> toy recalls, which were in response tofindings that several children’s toys were coated in lead-based paint.Write an eight to ten page paper that addresses the followingquestions. Support your opinions with scholarly research.Do you believe that <strong>Mattel</strong> acted in a socially responsible <strong>and</strong> ethicalmanner with regard to the safety of its toys? Why or why not? Whatshould or could <strong>Mattel</strong> have done differently, if anything? Be sure tosupport your answer using your research findings. Who or what doyou believe was responsible for the fact that children were exposed topotentially dangerous toys? Why do you think so? Be sure to supportyour answer using your research findings. What is the best way toensure the safety of children’s toys? In responding, please considerhow the following groups would answer this question: governmentregulators (in the U.S. <strong>and</strong> China); consumer advocates, the toyindustry, children’s product retailers; <strong>and</strong> st<strong>and</strong>ard-settingorganizations. What might explain the differences in their point ofview? Be sure to support your answer using your research findings.What do you think is the best way for society to protect children fromharmful toys? Specifically, what are the appropriate roles for variousstakeholders in this process? Be sure to support your answer usingyour research findings.Writing the <strong>Final</strong> <strong>Case</strong> <strong>Analysis</strong> <strong>Paper</strong>The <strong>Final</strong> <strong>Case</strong> <strong>Analysis</strong> <strong>Paper</strong>:Must be eight double-spaced pages in length (excluding the title page,reference page, exhibits, etc.) <strong>and</strong> formatted according to APA styleas outlined in your approved APA style guide. Must include a coverpage: Title of paper Student’s name Course name <strong>and</strong> numberInstructor’s name Date submitted Must include an introductoryparagraph with a clearly stated thesis or topic. Must address the topicof the paper with critical thought. That is, what is your response to


the content, either positive or negative, <strong>and</strong> then defend your position.If multiple options/alternatives/positions are present <strong>and</strong> are beingrejected you must also defend the reasons for rejecting an option.Must conclude with a restatement of the thesis or topic <strong>and</strong> a closingparagraph that summarizes the main point or points of your paper.Must use at least four scholarly resources Must use APA style asoutlined in your approved APA style guide to document all sources.Must include, on the final page, a Reference List that is completedaccording to APA style as outlined in your approved APA style guide.Carefully review the Grading Rubric for the criteria that will be usedto evaluate your assignment.

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