Discussions wk9

Law, Ethics & Corp.

"Intellectual Property and Global Intellectual Property Rights" Please respond to the following:

· Determine whether or not existing “fair use” exceptions strike an appropriate balance between creators and users of the material. Provide two (2) specific examples to support your response.

· Determine the key legal and ethical issues surrounding the ability of pharmaceutical companies to patent and exploit plant-derived substances, and suggest at least one (1) way in which a company might provide compensation besides direct / individual payments.

Modern Management

"Organizational Communication and Leading Teams"  Please respond to the following:

· Take a position on whether or not technology has facilitated or diminished organizational communication. Provide an example that illustrates your position.

· Imagine that you are a manager / team leader. Rate your comfort level with resolving conflict in the workplace. Indicate at least two (2) techniques that managers may use in order to improve their conflict resolution skills.

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