Business Administration

BA 3102 Final Exam

Summer, 2018

Select a category you want to study and then select two retail establishments from the following list. If you want to review establishments that are NOT on the list, please email me. If you want to study a category that is NOT on the list, please email me.

 

Category:

Department Stores:                   Boscov’s, Macy’s, Sears, Bloomingdales, JC Penney

Discount Retailer:                     Target, TJ Maxx, Marshall’s

Book Stores:                            Barnes & Noble, Borders, Zavelle’s

Convenience Stores:                 Wawa, 7-11, A-Plus

Home Stores:                            Home Depot, Lowe’s, True Value Hardware

Office Supply Stores:                Staples, Office Depot, Office Max

Supermarkets:                           Wegman’s, Acme, Pathmark, Giant, Genuardi’s, Shop Rite

Sandwich Stores:                      Subway, Quiznos, Wawa, Jimmy John’s

Restaurant Chains:                   Chili’s, Applebee’s, Bennigan’s, Carrabba’s, Bertucci’s

Fast Casual Dining:                  Chipotle, Qdoba, Panera Bread, Five Guys, Shake Shack

Electronics Stores:                    Best Buy, Radio Shack, Apple Store, HH Greg

Specialty Apparel:                    Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, Ann Taylor, Dress Barn, H&M

 

 

Answer all three essay questions.  Please note that these questions are designed to test your understanding of the course materials from throughout the semester. This includes articles, movies, discussions, etc… Make sure to include key themes and topics we discussed in class to complete your analysis. Also reference where appropriate.

 

1. Research each of the organizations you selected and describe their culture. How does each one meet the needs of their employees, shareholders, board of directors, and community members? How does each one stand out from others in their industry? Which do you believe does a better job and why? Do they display utilitarianism, profit maximization, and or universalism in the way they operate?

 

2. In the course we’ve discussed possible sources that could create positive change from an ethical perspective, including: Government, Corporation, and Consumers. Compare the two organizations you selected, based on your research, by how they are influenced by each group. How do they engage each group? What are the strengths, weaknesses, and general perception around how they engage with each group? Which company does a better job on each front?

 

3. Based on your research and the paper, which organization would you rather be a part of? Which would you rather have in your community? Beyond revenue and profits, which organization is run/managed better? Describe your perspective based on the topics we’ve covered in class, articles, videos, etc… and your own critical thinking comparing the two organizations.