2 discussion responses, 200 words each both to include one credible source.

DISCUSSION ONE: Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, read Chapter 9, “The Time Value of Money,” in the Foundations of Financial Management In this discussion forum, you will determine the rate of return of your MBA degree. The first step is to calculate the cost of your MBA. If your employer sponsors the cost of your education, you can either use what you would have paid or use opportunity costs as a basis. *EMPLOYEE SPONSORED* After you determine your initial investment, determine the net present value (NPV) of that investment. As an example, let us say “Joe” will be changing jobs when he achieves his MBA and will make 10% more annually as a result. Joe plans to work for 20 more years. His MBA cost was $50,000. Do you forecast that pursuing an MBA is worth the financial investment? Be sure to show all your calculations. Your initial response should be a minimum of 200 words. Support your response with at least ONE scholarly and/or credible resource in addition to the text. DISCUSSION TWO: Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, read Chapter 11, “Cost of Capital,” in the Foundations of Financial Management textbook and watch the Week 3 Discussion video above with Dr. Kevin Kuznia, Academic Department Chair. Review the WACC and Cost of Capital Allocation https://iad.scorm.canvaslms.com/RusticiEngine/defaultui/player/modern.html?configuration=sconeID&preventRightClick=false&cc=en_US&ieCompatibilityMode=none&cache=20.1.9.169&playerConfUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fiad.scorm.canvaslms.com%2FRusticiEngine%2FPlayerConfiguration.jsp&package=ApiCourseId%7Cscone_prod.sha256_57a0c212a9cd7abf734a798f94d70b4f5554adf4aba6ed2dbef15e4d4ab3e8a7%21VersionId%7C0®istration=ApiRegistrationId%7Cscone_prod.assignment.27859412%21InstanceId%7C0&tracking=true&forceReview=false&RedirectOnExitUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fscone-prod.us-east-1.insops.net%2Fpackages%2F227453%2Flaunch_complete%3Flocale%3Den interactive. For this discussion forum, you will provide a real-world example of how capital allocation was successfully (or unsuccessfully) applied. First, use theUniversity Library to research an article on capital allocation; many articles are available. Select and review the article. For your initial post summarize the article and provide a connection between the article’s concepts and readings for the week. Do any of the concepts in your article agree or disagree with the text? Additionally, based on the findings in your article, explain how the Weighted Average of Cost Capital (WACC) influences investment decisions. Your initial response should be a minimum of 200 words. Graduate school students learn to assess the perspectives of several scholars. Support your response with at least ONE scholarly and/or credible resource in addition to the text. COST OF MBA: A master's degree puts you at another level in a competitive and constantly evolving job market. Tuition and fees for master's students represent the Campus commitment to an online learning experience that is gratifying and accessible. Tuition (per credit) Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction $665.00/credit Master of Arts in Early Childhood Education Leadership $665.00/credit Master of Arts in Education $665.00/credit Master of Arts in Human Services $665.00/credit Master of Arts in Leadership $665.00/credit Master of Arts in Psychology $665.00/credit Master of Arts in Public Sociology $665.00/credit Master of Arts in Special Education $665.00/credit Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning with Technology $665.00/credit Master of Public Health $665.00/credit Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology $665.00/credit Master of Accountancy $740.00/credit Master of Arts in Health Care Administration $740.00/credit Master of Arts in Organizational Management $740.00/credit Master of Business Administration $740.00/credit Master of Human Resource Management $740.00/credit Master of Information Systems Management $740.00/credit Master of Public Administration $740.00/credit Master of Science in Criminal Justice $740.00/credit Master of Science in Finance $740.00/credit Master of Science in Health Informatics and Analytics $740.00/credit Master of Science in Technology Management $740.00/credit Fees: Technology Fee (per course)* $145.00 Books and Materials (average per course) $155.00 Graduation fee $150.00 Official Academic Transcript $10.00 Education Records (per page)^ $0.50 Insufficient funds fee $10.00 Replacement / Duplicate Diploma fee $45.00