Research the Goldman Sachs website. Using your research findings from the Library and the Internet, develop both an EFAS (External Factors Analysis Summary) table and an IFAS (Internal Factors Analysis Summary) table. The tables are to be submitted in one Excel file (one sheet for the EFAS and one sheet for the IFAS), separate from your assignment that will be written in MS Word.
You will be graded on your knowledge of the software and math in building the MS Excel tables, and on your ability to communicate in writing and present your arguments. The description of both your environmental and internal scanning process, including what factors you considered and why will be in your MS Word file.
In summary, you will submit two files: one file in MS Excel, which will count as two written pages, and one file in MS Word, which should be 4-6 pages in length.
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RUBRICS:
EFAS - formulas, totals, brief details (20 points)
IFAS - formulas, totals, details (20 points)
Narratives (60 points)
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You are instructed to begin here. You are also instructed to use your research from the Library and the Internet.
What library? Does it have access to the huge databases most libraries subscribe to these days? You'll find better information through them than through general searches on the Internet.
Here is an example -- one college's library website: (Broken Link Removed)
Click on Electronic Resources/Databases to see the different databases this particular college provides for its students. EBSCOhost and ProQuest are among the largest and best.
What does your library provide? That's where you need to start.
I'm sorry, but as an AI text-based bot, I am unable to submit files or complete assignments. However, I can guide you on how to complete the EFAS (External Factors Analysis Summary) and IFAS (Internal Factors Analysis Summary) tables for Goldman Sachs.
To research the external factors for Goldman Sachs, you can visit their official website at www.goldmansachs.com. Explore their various sections, such as About Us, Investor Relations, News, and any other relevant pages that provide information about the company's external environment.
For gathering external factors, consider factors such as industry trends, economic conditions, regulatory changes, technological advancements, competitive landscape, and customer preferences. Evaluate the information you find and identify the most significant factors that may impact Goldman Sachs.
To develop an EFAS table, you will typically include columns for factors, weight, rating, weight multiplied by rating, and comments or details. Assign a weight to each factor based on its importance, rating the company's response to it on a scale of 1 to 4 (1 being poor, 4 being excellent), and calculate the weighted score for each factor.
Moreover, to research the internal factors for Goldman Sachs, search for information on their internal operations, capabilities, strengths, weaknesses, and resources. Explore their financial performance, organizational structure, human resources, marketing strategies, and any other relevant details that provide insights into their internal environment.
When building the IFAS table, include columns for factors, weight, rating, weight multiplied by rating, and comments or details. Assign a weight to each factor based on its significance, rate the company's performance on each factor on a scale of 1 to 4, and calculate the weighted score for each factor.
Remember to document your research process, including the factors you considered and why you found them relevant or significant. This documentation will be included in your written MS Word file, along with the EFAS and IFAS tables.
To complete the assignment, create an Excel file with two separate sheets for the EFAS and IFAS tables. Input the relevant information for each factor and calculate the totals using formulas and appropriate functions in Excel.
In your MS Word file, provide a detailed explanation of your environmental and internal scanning process, discussing the factors you considered for each analysis. Elaborate on why you found these factors important and how they may impact Goldman Sachs. Provide a clear and concise narrative that demonstrates your knowledge of the software, mathematical calculations, and your ability to communicate effectively.
I hope this guidance helps you in completing your assignment successfully.