Do Moocs Pose A Threat To Higher Education?, Todd A. Finkle, Evan Masters
Sep 2014
Do Moocs Pose A Threat To Higher Education?, Todd A. Finkle, Evan Masters
Todd A Finkle
Higher education is facing several obstacles, one of which is the prolific rise in Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs). This article examines the history of online education and also provides a background of the current organizations that are competing in the MOOC industry. The success of MOOCs and the current hurdles they have to overcome are examined. The article also discusses the current and future potential impact of MOOCs on higher education. Finally, the authors make recommendations to schools of higher education on how to deal with this potential threat.
Apple Inc.: Product Portfolio Analysis, Michael Mallin, Todd A. Finkle
Dec 2010
Apple Inc.: Product Portfolio Analysis, Michael Mallin, Todd A. Finkle
Todd A Finkle
This case assesses a company’s product line mix relative to two marketing environmental factors and explores four product line growth strategies using a product portfolio analysis approach. The case provides a history of the Apple Computer Company and its key product lines. An approach to analyzing a company’s product portfolio is reviewed and applied to Apple’s product lines. The case shows how each Apple product line fits within the portfolio analysis tool and will be asked questions relative to possible strategies for Apple’s product portfolio. The case illustrates one approach to making decisions about a company’s line of products. The …
Impact Of E-Commerce On Entrepreneurs And Small Businesses: Opportunities, Challenges, And Strategies, Todd A. Finkle
Dec 1999
Impact Of E-Commerce On Entrepreneurs And Small Businesses: Opportunities, Challenges, And Strategies, Todd A. Finkle
Todd A Finkle
Small businesses and entrepreneurs are rushing to the Internet to do business and reach new markets. While e-commerce is used for advertising, business-to-consumer and business-to-business transactions, small businesses and entrepreneurs encounter several challenges. This paper examines both the opportunities and challenges that are posed by the use of e-commerce and makes recommendations to small businesses and entrepreneurs so they can overcome the challenges and exploit the opportunities presented by e-commerce.
The Performance Of Initial Public Offerings In The Biotechnology Industry, Todd A. Finkle, Dan French
Dec 1997
The Performance Of Initial Public Offerings In The Biotechnology Industry, Todd A. Finkle, Dan French
Todd A Finkle
This study examines the underpricing and aftermarket performance of the emerging industry of biotechnology. Findings indicate that the average first day return for the biotech firms was 1.8 and 1.6 percent. Furthermore, the biotech firms significantly underperformed the NASDAQ (-30.7%) and NYSE (-16.5%) over a two-year period after going public.
An Examination Of Initial Public Offerings In The “High Flying” Internet Industry, Todd A. Finkle, Dan French
Dec 1997
An Examination Of Initial Public Offerings In The “High Flying” Internet Industry, Todd A. Finkle, Dan French
Todd A Finkle
This study examines the underpricing and aftermarket performance of the emerging industry of biotechnology. Findings indicate that the average first day return for the biotech firms was 1.8 and 1.6 percent. Furthermore, the biotech firms significantly underperformed the NASDAQ (-30.7%) and NYSE (-16.5%) over a two-year period after going public.