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OBJECTIVE:

The purpose of this assignment is to complete a Five Forces Analysis for a publicly-traded company.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Microsoft Word.
  • APA Format.
    • Running head.
    • In-text citations.
    • Title page.
    • Abstract page.
    • 1 page operational overview of the company.
    • Five Forces Template.Do the following for each Force.
      • Identify 2-3 factors.Factors should be company-specific and not vague generalizations.
      • Give a rating for each factor and an overall rating for the Force.
      • ½ page discussion of your analysis for the Force.Provide supporting evidence using information from the company annual report and online databases (see below).
    • 1-2 page Summary.
      • What is the overall nature of the competitive forces facing your company?
      • Which forces and factors should the company be most concerned about?
      • Based on your analysis, identify 1 opportunity and 1 threat for your company.
    • Works cited page.
  • Minimum of 3 references.
    • Most recent Company Annual Report.
    • D&B Hoovers Database (Shapiro Library).
    • Mergent Online (Shapiro Library).