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Study - Hyundai: Leading the way in the global car industry
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global car industry is one of the largest and most ...
Case Study - Hyundai: Leading the way in the global car industry
Case
Study - Hyundai: Leading the way in the global car industry
The
global car industry is one of the largest and most internationalised business
sectors. There are 17 major global car companies, each of which produces over 1
million cars a year. The Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is South Korea's
number one car maker and the 10th largest in the world. It sells vehicles in
over 190 countries producing about a dozen car and minivan models, plus trucks,
buses and other commercial vehicles. Popular exported models in the United
States are the Accent and Sonata, while exports to Europe and Asia include the
GRT and Equus. During the global recession in 2008, while most car companies
suffered steep sales declines, Hyundai managed to earn US$1.3 billion - putting
it among the best performers in the global car industry.
The industry
In
2009 global car sales fell to near-record lows due to the global recession,
which started in late 2008. Industry car profit has suffered due to significant
excess production capacity. Although there is a capacity to produce 80 million
cars worldwide, total global demand has been only 60 million a year. There have
been some acquisitions throughout the industry with Jaguar and Land Rover being
acquired by India's Tata Motors, and Volvo being purchased by China's Geely
Motors. Consistent with new trade theory, the requisite scale compels car
makers to target world markets, where they can achieve economies of scale and
maximise sales.
The industry in
South Korea
Korea
is the largest emerging market in the Asia-Pacific region. Yet the car maker
market in Korea is too small to sustain indigenous carmakers such as Hyundai and
Kia. Thus, Korean car makers sell aggressively in foreign markets. Fortunately,
Korea holds numerous competitive advantages in the car industry. The country is
a world centre of new technology development. It has abundant, cost-effective
knowledge workers who drive innovations in design, features, products and
product quality. The country also has a high savings rate, with massive inward
foreign direct investment, which ensures a ready supply of capital for car
makers to fund R&D and other ventures. Collectively, Korea's abundance of
production factors - cost-effective labour, knowledge workers, high-technology
and capital - represents key location specific advantages.
Korean
consumers are very demanding, so car makers take great pains to produce superior
products. Intense rivalry in the domestic car industry ensures that car makers
and car parts producers improve products continuously. The Korean economy is
dominated by several conglomerates called chaebol.
They include Hyundai, Samsung, Daewoo, LG and SK, and account for about 40 per
cent of Korea's GDP and exports. These large firms have expanded by borrowing
from their own banks.
The
Asian financial crisis of 1997 resulted in the Korean government imposing
stringent accounting controls on many of these firms. In particular, the manner
in which the Daewoo group collapsed and the subsequent takeover of Daewoo
Motors’ operations by General Motors (GM) has resulted in a rethink in terms of
strategy and regulatory control in the car sector. The government cooperates
closely with the business sector, protecting some industries, ensuring funds
for others and sponsoring still others. The government promoted imports of raw
materials and technology at the expense of consumer goods and encouraged
savings and investment over consumption. Partly due to these efforts, Korea is
home to a substantial industrial cluster for the production of cars and car
parts. Accordingly the nation benefits from the presence of numerous suppliers
and manufacturers in the global car industry.
In
years past, Hyundai also benefited from a weak Korean won, making the prices
for home and cars cheaper for customers in Australia, Europe and the United
States who buy imported cars in their local currencies. Hyundai owes much of
its success to favourable international exchange rates.
Background on
Hyundai
Hyundai
was founded in 1947 as a construction company by Chung Ju-yung, a visionary
entrepreneur from a peasant background. By the 1970s the firm had become a car
company and began an aggressive effort to develop engineering capabilities and
new designs. In the 1980s Hyundai began exporting the Excel, an economy car
with a US$4995 price tag, to the United States. This car was an instant
success, and Excel exports grew to 250,000 units per year. But problems
occurred and the car fell from favour. The Excel suffered from quality issues
and had a weak dealer network, which did little to dispel negative imagery or
generate substantial new sales. Buyer confidence waned in the late 1990s.
Hyundai’s brand equity weakened. In response to these quality complaints,
Hyundai initiated major quality improvement programes and introduced a ten-year
power-train warranty program, unprecedented in the car industry. The strategy
was a major turning point for Hyundai.
Geographical
diversification
In
1997 Hyundai built a factory in Turkey, giving the firm convenient access to
the Middle East and Europe. Next, Hyundai opened a plant in India and within a
few years became the country's best-selling brand of imported cars. In 2002
Hyundai launched a factory in China, doubling production. Hyundai is aiming for
20 per cent share of the Chinese car market. The firm also partnered with
Guangzhou Motor Group, winning entry to China's huge commercial-vehicle market.
In addition to gaining access to low-cost, high-quality labour in emerging
markets, Hyundai hopes its presence in the local showrooms will improve
consumer awareness and drive sales in new markets.
Hyundai
uses FDI to develop key operations around the world. Management chooses
locations based on the advantages they bring to the firm. By 2006 have
established plants in Iran, Taiwan, Vietnam, Venezuela, and numerous other
countries around the world. The firm also has R&D centres in Europe, Japan
and North America. It has distribution centres and marketing subsidiaries at
various locations that deliver parts to its expanding base of car dealers
worldwide. Hyundai also has regional headquarters in Asia, Europe and North
America. To guarantee control over production and marketing, Hyundai has
internalised many of its own operations.
To
remain competitive, Hyundai employs inexpensive labour and sources imports -
engines, tyres, electronics - from low-cost suppliers. The firm has entered
various collaborative ventures to cooperate in R&D, design, manufacturing
and other value-adding activities. These allow Hyundai access to foreign
partners’ know-how, capital, distribution channels, marketing assets and the
ability to overcome government-imposed obstacles. For example, Hyundai
partnered with Daimler-Chrysler to develop new technologies and improve supply
chain management. Compared to Japanese or Western rivals, Hyundai has superior
cost advantages in the acquisition of high-quality inputs.
While
Japanese car giants such as Toyota and Honda rely heavily on US sales for their
profits, Hyundai is more diversified. In 2008 the US market accounted for only
14 per cent of Hyundai’s total sales, while China, India, Russia and Latin
America represented a combined 35 per cent of its sales.
Hyundai
recently launched its first luxury model, the Genesis. The Genesis was named
‘North American Car of the Year’ at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show, trumping
industry favourites such as Audi A4, Jaguar XF and Cadillac CTS-V. The Genesis
was noted for its luxury touches, smooth ride, high-quality and US$33,000
price.
A
recent marketing innovation is the ‘Assurance Program’, under which a buyer can
return a recently purchased car if he or she loses their job within one year of
purchase. The program even pays the customer’s lease payments for up to 90 days
while they search for a new job. Owners who elect to keep their cars are not
required to reimburse Hyundai.
Recent events
Like
other car makers, Hyundai has also experienced problems with excess capacity.
In 2009, due to unwanted inventory, the firm slowed production of its Alabama
plant in the United States and laid off hundreds of employees at regional
headquarters in the United States. It also cut production by some 25 per cent
at plants in Korea. But the firm continues to launch new marketing campaigns,
and replaced General Motors as the official car sponsor of the Academy Awards.
Hyundai
has pursued internationalisation aggressively. While many local firms struggle
to stay afloat during a crisis, Hyundai is seeking to expand. Hyundai sees the
crisis as an opportunity, with plans to emerge even stronger. Hyundai has
improved quality and increased sales against all odds. Given its focus on
quality, energy efficiency, cost-control and customer satisfaction, perhaps
Hyundai is the new standard bearer in the global car industry.
Source:This
case was adapted from Cavusgil et al (2012, pp.171-73)
Case Study Questions
1.
What are the roles of comparative and
competitive advantages in Hyundai’s success? Illustrate your answers by
providing specific examples of natural and acquired advantages that Hyundai
employs to succeed in the global car industry.
2.
In terms of factor proportions theory, what
abundant factors does Hyundai leverage in its worldwide operations? Provide
examples and explain how Hyundai exemplifies the theory.
3.
Discuss higher Hyundai and its position in the
global car industry in terms of Porter's Diamond model. What is the role of
firm strategy, structure and rivalry, factor conditions, demand conditions and
related and supporting industries to Hyundai’s international success?
4.
Consistent with Dunning’s eclectic paradigm,
described the ownership-specific advantages, location-specific advantages and
internalisation advantages held by Hyundai. Which of these advantages do you
believe has been most instrumental in the firm's success? Justify your answereach answer has to be for around 500 words
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Case Study - Hyundai: Leading the way in the global car industry
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Study - Hyundai: Leading the way in the global car industry
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global car industry is one of the largest and most ...
Case Study - Hyundai: Leading the way in the global car industry
Case
Study - Hyundai: Leading the way in the global car industry
The
global car industry is one of the largest and most internationalised business
sectors. There are 17 major global car companies, each of which produces over 1
million cars a year. The Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) is South Korea's
number one car maker and the 10th largest in the world. It sells vehicles in
over 190 countries producing about a dozen car and minivan models, plus trucks,
buses and other commercial vehicles. Popular exported models in the United
States are the Accent and Sonata, while exports to Europe and Asia include the
GRT and Equus. During the global recession in 2008, while most car companies
suffered steep sales declines, Hyundai managed to earn US$1.3 billion - putting
it among the best performers in the global car industry.
The industry
In
2009 global car sales fell to near-record lows due to the global recession,
which started in late 2008. Industry car profit has suffered due to significant
excess production capacity. Although there is a capacity to produce 80 million
cars worldwide, total global demand has been only 60 million a year. There have
been some acquisitions throughout the industry with Jaguar and Land Rover being
acquired by India's Tata Motors, and Volvo being purchased by China's Geely
Motors. Consistent with new trade theory, the requisite scale compels car
makers to target world markets, where they can achieve economies of scale and
maximise sales.
The industry in
South Korea
Korea
is the largest emerging market in the Asia-Pacific region. Yet the car maker
market in Korea is too small to sustain indigenous carmakers such as Hyundai and
Kia. Thus, Korean car makers sell aggressively in foreign markets. Fortunately,
Korea holds numerous competitive advantages in the car industry. The country is
a world centre of new technology development. It has abundant, cost-effective
knowledge workers who drive innovations in design, features, products and
product quality. The country also has a high savings rate, with massive inward
foreign direct investment, which ensures a ready supply of capital for car
makers to fund R&D and other ventures. Collectively, Korea's abundance of
production factors - cost-effective labour, knowledge workers, high-technology
and capital - represents key location specific advantages.
Korean
consumers are very demanding, so car makers take great pains to produce superior
products. Intense rivalry in the domestic car industry ensures that car makers
and car parts producers improve products continuously. The Korean economy is
dominated by several conglomerates called chaebol.
They include Hyundai, Samsung, Daewoo, LG and SK, and account for about 40 per
cent of Korea's GDP and exports. These large firms have expanded by borrowing
from their own banks.
The
Asian financial crisis of 1997 resulted in the Korean government imposing
stringent accounting controls on many of these firms. In particular, the manner
in which the Daewoo group collapsed and the subsequent takeover of Daewoo
Motors’ operations by General Motors (GM) has resulted in a rethink in terms of
strategy and regulatory control in the car sector. The government cooperates
closely with the business sector, protecting some industries, ensuring funds
for others and sponsoring still others. The government promoted imports of raw
materials and technology at the expense of consumer goods and encouraged
savings and investment over consumption. Partly due to these efforts, Korea is
home to a substantial industrial cluster for the production of cars and car
parts. Accordingly the nation benefits from the presence of numerous suppliers
and manufacturers in the global car industry.
In
years past, Hyundai also benefited from a weak Korean won, making the prices
for home and cars cheaper for customers in Australia, Europe and the United
States who buy imported cars in their local currencies. Hyundai owes much of
its success to favourable international exchange rates.
Background on
Hyundai
Hyundai
was founded in 1947 as a construction company by Chung Ju-yung, a visionary
entrepreneur from a peasant background. By the 1970s the firm had become a car
company and began an aggressive effort to develop engineering capabilities and
new designs. In the 1980s Hyundai began exporting the Excel, an economy car
with a US$4995 price tag, to the United States. This car was an instant
success, and Excel exports grew to 250,000 units per year. But problems
occurred and the car fell from favour. The Excel suffered from quality issues
and had a weak dealer network, which did little to dispel negative imagery or
generate substantial new sales. Buyer confidence waned in the late 1990s.
Hyundai’s brand equity weakened. In response to these quality complaints,
Hyundai initiated major quality improvement programes and introduced a ten-year
power-train warranty program, unprecedented in the car industry. The strategy
was a major turning point for Hyundai.
Geographical
diversification
In
1997 Hyundai built a factory in Turkey, giving the firm convenient access to
the Middle East and Europe. Next, Hyundai opened a plant in India and within a
few years became the country's best-selling brand of imported cars. In 2002
Hyundai launched a factory in China, doubling production. Hyundai is aiming for
20 per cent share of the Chinese car market. The firm also partnered with
Guangzhou Motor Group, winning entry to China's huge commercial-vehicle market.
In addition to gaining access to low-cost, high-quality labour in emerging
markets, Hyundai hopes its presence in the local showrooms will improve
consumer awareness and drive sales in new markets.
Hyundai
uses FDI to develop key operations around the world. Management chooses
locations based on the advantages they bring to the firm. By 2006 have
established plants in Iran, Taiwan, Vietnam, Venezuela, and numerous other
countries around the world. The firm also has R&D centres in Europe, Japan
and North America. It has distribution centres and marketing subsidiaries at
various locations that deliver parts to its expanding base of car dealers
worldwide. Hyundai also has regional headquarters in Asia, Europe and North
America. To guarantee control over production and marketing, Hyundai has
internalised many of its own operations.
To
remain competitive, Hyundai employs inexpensive labour and sources imports -
engines, tyres, electronics - from low-cost suppliers. The firm has entered
various collaborative ventures to cooperate in R&D, design, manufacturing
and other value-adding activities. These allow Hyundai access to foreign
partners’ know-how, capital, distribution channels, marketing assets and the
ability to overcome government-imposed obstacles. For example, Hyundai
partnered with Daimler-Chrysler to develop new technologies and improve supply
chain management. Compared to Japanese or Western rivals, Hyundai has superior
cost advantages in the acquisition of high-quality inputs.
While
Japanese car giants such as Toyota and Honda rely heavily on US sales for their
profits, Hyundai is more diversified. In 2008 the US market accounted for only
14 per cent of Hyundai’s total sales, while China, India, Russia and Latin
America represented a combined 35 per cent of its sales.
Hyundai
recently launched its first luxury model, the Genesis. The Genesis was named
‘North American Car of the Year’ at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show, trumping
industry favourites such as Audi A4, Jaguar XF and Cadillac CTS-V. The Genesis
was noted for its luxury touches, smooth ride, high-quality and US$33,000
price.
A
recent marketing innovation is the ‘Assurance Program’, under which a buyer can
return a recently purchased car if he or she loses their job within one year of
purchase. The program even pays the customer’s lease payments for up to 90 days
while they search for a new job. Owners who elect to keep their cars are not
required to reimburse Hyundai.
Recent events
Like
other car makers, Hyundai has also experienced problems with excess capacity.
In 2009, due to unwanted inventory, the firm slowed production of its Alabama
plant in the United States and laid off hundreds of employees at regional
headquarters in the United States. It also cut production by some 25 per cent
at plants in Korea. But the firm continues to launch new marketing campaigns,
and replaced General Motors as the official car sponsor of the Academy Awards.
Hyundai
has pursued internationalisation aggressively. While many local firms struggle
to stay afloat during a crisis, Hyundai is seeking to expand. Hyundai sees the
crisis as an opportunity, with plans to emerge even stronger. Hyundai has
improved quality and increased sales against all odds. Given its focus on
quality, energy efficiency, cost-control and customer satisfaction, perhaps
Hyundai is the new standard bearer in the global car industry.
Source:This
case was adapted from Cavusgil et al (2012, pp.171-73)
Case Study Questions
1.
What are the roles of comparative and
competitive advantages in Hyundai’s success? Illustrate your answers by
providing specific examples of natural and acquired advantages that Hyundai
employs to succeed in the global car industry.
2.
In terms of factor proportions theory, what
abundant factors does Hyundai leverage in its worldwide operations? Provide
examples and explain how Hyundai exemplifies the theory.
3.
Discuss higher Hyundai and its position in the
global car industry in terms of Porter's Diamond model. What is the role of
firm strategy, structure and rivalry, factor conditions, demand conditions and
related and supporting industries to Hyundai’s international success?
4.
Consistent with Dunning’s eclectic paradigm,
described the ownership-specific advantages, location-specific advantages and
internalisation advantages held by Hyundai. Which of these advantages do you
believe has been most instrumental in the firm's success? Justify your answereach answer has to be for around 500 words
Assignment 4: Disaster Recovery (DR) Team
Assignment 4: Disaster Recovery (DR) TeamDue Week 8 and worth 75 points
Consider a scenario where the contingency plannin ...
Assignment 4: Disaster Recovery (DR) Team
Assignment 4: Disaster Recovery (DR) TeamDue Week 8 and worth 75 points
Consider a scenario where the contingency planning management team (CPMT) of your organization has designated you as the disaster recovery team leader, and the preparation and planning of this component of the security program is now under your purview with a team of 11 employees including yourself.
Write a two to three (2-3) page paper in which you:
Detail the DR team roles, responsibilities, and sub teams that would be implemented, and construct an organizational chart for the team through the use of graphical tools in Visio, or an open source alternative such as Dia. Note: The graphically depicted solution is not included in the required page length.Describe the proper procedures and policies that would be implemented specific to the DR team personnel as well as special equipment that would be required.Draft an executive summary to the DR plan and explain the purpose of the plan and high-level specifics for upper management.Use at least three (3) quality resources in this assignment. Note: Wikipedia and similar Websites do not qualify as quality resources. Your assignment must follow these formatting requirements:
Be typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides; citations and references must follow APA or school-specific format. Check with your professor for any additional instructions.Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, the student’s name, the professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page and the reference page are not included in the required assignment page length.Include charts or diagrams created in Visio or Dia. The completed diagrams / charts must be imported into the Word document before the paper is submitted.The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:
Develop a disaster recovery plan for an organization.Compare and contrast the methods of disaster recovery and business continuity.Develop techniques for different disaster scenarios. Use technology and information resources to research issues in disaster recovery.Write clearly and concisely about disaster recovery topics using proper writing mechanics and technical style conventions.Points: 75Assignment 4: Disaster Recovery (DR) TeamCriteria UnacceptableBelow 60% FMeets Minimum Expectations60-69% D Fair70-79% C Proficient80-89% B Exemplary90-100% A1. Detail the DR team roles, responsibilities, and sub teams that would be implemented and construct an organizational chart for the team through the use of graphical tools in Visio, or an open source alternative such as Dia.Weight: 35%Did not submit or incompletely detailed the DR team roles, responsibilities, and sub teams that would be implemented and did not submit or incompletely constructed an organizational chart for the team through the use of graphical tools in Visio, or an open source alternative such as Dia.Insufficiently detailed the DR team roles, responsibilities, and sub teams that would be implemented and insufficiently constructed an organizational chart for the team through the use of graphical tools in Visio, or an open source alternative such as Dia.Partially detailed the DR team roles, responsibilities, and sub teams that would be implemented and partially constructed an organizational chart for the team through the use of graphical tools in Visio, or an open source alternative such as Dia.Satisfactorily detailed the DR team roles, responsibilities, and sub teams that would be implemented and satisfactorily constructed an organizational chart for the team through the use of graphical tools in Visio, or an open source alternative such as Dia.Thoroughly detailed the DR team roles, responsibilities, and sub teams that would be implemented and thoroughly constructed an organizational chart for the team through the use of graphical tools in Visio, or an open source alternative such as Dia.2. Describe the proper procedures and policies that would be implemented specific to the DR team personnel as well as special equipment that would be required.Weight: 25%Did not submit or incompletely described the proper procedures and policies that would be implemented specific to the DR team personnel as well as special equipment that would be required.Insufficiently described the proper procedures and policies that would be implemented specific to the DR team personnel as well as special equipment that would be required.Partially described the proper procedures and policies that would be implemented specific to the DR team personnel as well as special equipment that would be required.Satisfactorily described the proper procedures and policies that would be implemented specific to the DR team personnel as well as special equipment that would be required.Thoroughly described the proper procedures and policies that would be implemented specific to the DR team personnel as well as special equipment that would be required.3. Draft an executive summary to the DR plan and explain the purpose of the plan and high-level specifics for upper management.Weight: 25%Did not submit or incompletely drafted an executive summary to the DR plan and did not submit or incompletely explained the purpose of the plan and high-level specifics for upper management.Insufficiently drafted an executive summary to the DR plan and insufficiently explained the purpose of the plan and high-level specifics for upper management.Partially drafted an executive summary to the DR plan and partially explained the purpose of the plan and high-level specifics for upper management.Satisfactorily drafted an executive summary to the DR plan and satisfactorily explained the purpose of the plan and high-level specifics for upper management.Thoroughly drafted an executive summary to the DR plan and thoroughly explained the purpose of the plan and high-level specifics for upper management.4. 3 referencesWeight: 5%No references providedDoes not meet the required number of references; all references poor quality choices.Does not meet the required number of references; some references poor quality choices.Meets number of required references; all references high quality choices.Exceeds number of required references; all references high quality choices.5. Clarity, writing mechanics, and formatting requirementsWeight: 10%More than 8 errors present7-8 errors present5-6 errors present3-4 errors present0-2 errors present
Forensic Fingerprint Analysis, writing homework help
Final EssayAs a crime scene investigator, you respond to a homicide scene at a convenience store/gas station at 3 a.m. Upo ...
Forensic Fingerprint Analysis, writing homework help
Final EssayAs a crime scene investigator, you respond to a homicide scene at a convenience store/gas station at 3 a.m. Upon arrival, the first officer at the scene informs you that there was an additional employee present during the incident as well as a mother and her 15-year-old son who witnessed the crime. You also find a deceased victim with an apparent gunshot wound in the chest.You are solely responsible for the latent print work and related tasks. For example, you are not to interview anyone. You are not the case detective.Note the following:The scene has already been secured prior to your arrival.All crime scene integrity precautions and procedures are already in place.Your crime scene photographer has taken all necessary on-scene photographs for you.All sketches and measurements have already been taken.Other visible items:Paper "Quick Pick" Lottery Ticket on counter with a blood-like impression on itA blue steel .38 caliber revolver with reddish-brown spots and two hair-like fibers on it on the floor by the ice cream coolerA ripped open cardboard carton on the floor in front of the counterA crude map and directions to the store drawn/written in pencil on a piece of notebook paper on the floorA typical cardboard six pack container of cold beer (bottles) on the floor near the beer coolerOne spent bullet embedded in the wall behind the counterSpilled cigar box of $20 bills on the floor next to the deceasedFresh-looking cigarette butt only half smoked outside the store in a parking space near the entry to the storeYour Tasks1) Address the following for each of the eight listed items:Explain what fixed, non-moveable items you would process for latent impressions. What process(es) will you use at the scene?Which of the eight item(s), if any, would not be processed for latent impressions? Why?Where are these items going to be processed?Explain the processing protocols that you would for each item.2) What steps would you take to determine if any of the people present at the scene may have been involved in the homicide or are merely witnesses?3) How would you package the evidence that pertains to the fingerprint analysis?4) Assume down the line that someone has been charged with the offense. An expert witness is called at trial. Discuss the qualifications, training, and experience that one must have to be an expert witness in a court case.
Capella University Psychosocial Development Case Study
A template is provided to easily follow and complete.The purpose of this assignment is to use what you have learned about ...
Capella University Psychosocial Development Case Study
A template is provided to easily follow and complete.The purpose of this assignment is to use what you have learned about lifespan theories, models of resilience, and psychosocial development to assess how well individuals and families are functioning in relation to all three of these areas. To address realistic situations without violating personal rights to privacy, you will review the case scenario provided in the resources.This case represents individuals in multiple life stages. Select three individuals in the case study family who are moving through different life stages and focus on details that will make your analysis applicable to your specialization.DIRECTIONSFor this assignment, imagine you are a counselor or therapist working with three of the individuals in the case. Now, conduct the following analysis for each individual:Identify the life stage he or she is in, along with the psychological crisis each is experiencing.Identify social or environmental factors that may have influenced the individual's behavior. Examine the connection between these factors and theories of learning.Apply psychosocial developmental theory to the situation presented, from the perspective of a counselor or therapist:Conceptualize your ideas for the developmental tasks of each of the three individuals selected, grounding your conceptualization in your own area of specialization.Include a discussion of each of the three individual's lives and factors that might affect behaviors, including cultural and other influences related to the stage of development assessed. To the extent that it is relevant for each individual, include an analysis of interrelationships among work, family, and other life roles. Include an analysis of the impact of cultural influences as well. Refer to specific actions as evidence for your analysis.Support your ideas with specific lifespan theories discussed in this course, citing and referencing your sources.From a clinical perspective, assess how these three individuals function as a family unit:Examine their functioning in relation to a model of resilience appropriate to your specialization, and evaluate their challenges and strengths related to wellness and resilience. As each individual transitions to his or her next developmental stage, how will the transition impact the functioning of the family unit?Support your ideas with appropriate sources on the model of resilience you chose.Use the Unit 8 Assignment Template (given in the resources) to prepare and submit your report. Do not include a synopsis of the case in your paper. Instead, follow the template. Focus on the three selected individuals and the realities of their functioning as a family unit and transitioning within the family unit, as described in the template. Then, provide your assessment of how well they are functioning in relation to your choice of a model of wellness and resilience, as described in the template. Your summary, at the end of the template, should provide a brief, focused review of the key insights in your assessment.OTHER REQUIREMENTSYour paper must meet the following requirements:Resources: Cite and reference at least three resources from the professional literature that you used as the basis of your ideas related to lifespan theory and resilience models.APA formatting: Format citations and references according to current APA style.Font and Font size: Times New Roman, 12 point.Length of Paper: Doing a thorough job on this assignment is likely to require 7–10 typed, double-spaced pages.
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