MBA Strategy Assessment - Rare Fossils and Minerals

We're looking for actionable strategies to grow our wholesale and retail streams. Some pressing questions include the following: what stream should we focus on - retail or wholesale? Should we focus on domestic or foreign (non-North American) customers? Regarding the supply of expensive items, should we prioritize consignment deals (and strategic partnerships) or buy more inventory outright? Should we consider hiring more employees (part time or full-time) or work with consultants or agencies? Final deliverables are: a 40 page business style report summarizing assessment, and presenting strategy and action recommendations a 20 minute PowerPoint presentation arguing the value of the recommended strategy and action plans Research Papers with up front 1 or 2 page summary of purpose/methodology and major findings

E-commerce (Rare Fossils) Entry Strategy for China Market

I would be interested in learning more about the demand for high-end luxury items, decorative art and collectibles, and fossils/minerals in particular. Customers would be seeking conversation pieces that demonstrate their taste, sophistication and status/wealth. We have reason to believe that there is a demand for our items in China; for example, some related businesses have translated their websites into Chinese and we heard/read that extremely expensive fossils have sold to Chinese buyers. 7-8 strategic business report containing the feasibility study and recommendations for your firm or product 20-minute presentation detailing the analysis, findings, and recommendations.

Retail Management: Retail Initiatives & Best Practices

Student-consultants complete an 8-page audit comprised of a needs assessment and then details regarding your chosen retail initiative. In addition to the audit, students will select an Excellence in Retail Awards winner and provide you with best practices around your initiative. Finally, the group will do a video presentation of their findings.

Market Analysis - Rare Fossils - Asia and/or Middle East

I would be interested in learning more about the demand for high-end luxury items, decorative art and collectibles, and fossils in particular, when possible. Customers would be seeking conversation pieces that demonstrate their taste, sophistication and status/wealth. The consultant group completes an oral presentation of 25-30 minutes, accompanied by a final report detailing their cultural analyses, strategic insights, and the recommended actions based on the implications of those insights. Final report and presentation. Strategic marketing insights as cultural analysis indicated. Recommended actions from the insights.