Functions to use for this homework: =PV For both these functions remember to adjust the rate and the number of years for the number of periods per year. =FV =NPV Remember that this function always assumes payment come at the end of periods. =pmt =rate =nper =effect This function allows you to convert a periodic IRR to the Annual IRR by multiplying the periodic IRR by the number of periods per year for the nominal rate, then specifying the periods per year. =nominal This function gives you the nominal rate that will generate a specific IRR with a given number of Periods per year.

Whether you are embarking on a new career or are already well along on your journey, identifying a mentor is a great way to build your professional network. Expanding your professional network provides you more opportunities for professional growth. It is important to understand how your professional connections can enhance your career goals, so take time to carefully identify and select the right individuals prior to making requests for your connections. Mentorship is vital and often involves an individual who has the ability and desire to foster a relationship with you to provide professional advice and guidance. A great place to start building your network will be with people you currently know. Connect with members of professional organizations within your industry that are related to your personal interests. To attain the next level of success in your career, you must advocate for yourself. You need a team of people to help you along. In this activity, you will explore ways to build your professional network. University of Maryland Global Campus students have access to a number of student and professional organizations within your chosen industry, which you can explore to learn more about the field. Internships, volunteering, mentorship, and connecting with alumni are just some of the opportunities available to help build your professional network. Watch "Networking 101."Watch "Asking Someone to Be Your Mentor."Watch "The Importance of Having a Mentor."Explore the University of Maryland Global Campus Student Organizations.Now that you know more about networking, mentorship, and the UMGC student organizations, answer the following questions: What steps will you take to build or expand your network? What are your short-term and long-term goals for networking? Which professional networks would be the most beneficial to you and why?

Deliverable Length: 1,200 words, APA formatted (with minimum of 3 references)Cameron Mechanical & Automation, Inc. (CMA) is a fictional company that has been in business and operating in the Silicon Valley since 1998. The company began as a successful Internet-based company (dot-com) and experienced great success with the introduction of high technology. The company also experienced decline with other dot-coms in 2001. As a result, CMA restructured and focused on its primary products; that is, computer components. The early changes in the company were done quickly to downsize. Although many other companies failed during this time, CMA managed to move forward.CMA rebounded and continued to manufacture and sell its components to computer manufacturers worldwide. The company structure was divided into product divisions, with each division focused on specific components. For the company, this structure was meant to streamline sales and delivery worldwide.In 2008, the economy had an effect on company profits, but the chief executive officer (CEO), Jared Smith, was in a position to focus on several internal strategic areas, including structure, work design, motivation, conflict, and company culture as a whole. To stay profitable, the company had to eliminate several management positions in an effort to flatten the organizational chart. Many of the responsibilities fell to the employees, and many people resisted the change.As the economy recovers, CMA continues to rebuild. Since 2012, the company has been divided into a functional structure that includes four departments: Research and development (R&D), marketing, production, and finance. Each department is headed by a vice president who has responsibility over each of the functional areas. The company currently sells components to computer manufacturers. As technology continues to advance, the CMA R&D department and its vice president, Kevin Adams, are feeling pressure to keep up with the competition. However, because of the differentiation and separation between the departments, the CEO is concerned that communication is hampered.Because of the current structure and culture, the vice presidents who run each division of the company have autonomy and are able to use different leadership styles. For example, the vice president of marketing, Jim Stevens, uses a more democratic leadership style, while the vice president of production, Melissa Simons, is adamant that her autocratic or transactional style is the only way to get results. Each leadership style has advantages, but the lack of consistency between divisions may be causing problems for the company as a whole. Further, the CEO is concerned that the workforce may not be as diverse as it should be, but he is not sure how to address the issue.It is the end of the day, and you are meeting in Jared's office to talk about his conference with the vice presidents.Jared, the CEO, says: "We talked about how we can change the infrastructure so that it helps organizational culture run efficiently and consistently. Everyone is getting the same message now about how structure and culture need to work in a healthy company.""You know, it would help if I had something that explained the link between culture and structure. I need to talk to the board about the changes we're making, and I will be talking to staff about what they can expect to happen over the next 6 months. You're a better writer than I am, and I could use a well-written explanation for my discussions."Jared also says, "Besides explaining the link between culture and structure in this assignment, and based on the problems that CMA has had, what additional changes would you suggest for the company? I want to include your recommendations in the agenda for the next quarterly meeting with the board."