(Answered) MGT 2120 Unit 2 Assignment: Apollo 13 Case Study

Please see attached for Instructions. Use your text and/or other resources for this analysis.

1. Incorporate any relevant concepts from your text
2. Relate those concepts to your prior knowledge and experiences to demonstrate that you can effectively apply the concept(s).

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MGT 2120 – Principles of Management

Chapter 3 – Apollo 13 Case Study Analysis (Paragraph Form) – 40 pts

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Step 1: Watch the Apollo 13 video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YwG4F-16Tno

(Or, check out the whole movie starring Tom Hanks and Kevin Bacon!)

In April 2970, NASA launched the Apollo 13 manned space mission, which was charged with exploration of the lunar surface.  On its way to the moon, the ship developed a malfunction that could have resulted in the death of all the crew members.  The crew members worked with scientists in Houston to develop a plan to solve the problem.

Step 2: Explore the Web for additional videos and resources regarding Apollo 13

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Step 3: Case Study Analysis Paper: Write in paragraph form – one paragraph for each of the three questions on page 79: “Exercise Task”  Be sure to include a cover page and reference page in APA format.

MGT 2120 Unit 2 Assignment: Apollo 13 Case Study Answer

Apollo 13 Case Study

Managing the spaceship and avoiding the disaster was a great and determined skill from the NASA team. They had to work together, be creative, and evaluate all the possible alternatives. The team decided to abort the mission after the oxygen tank had failed. The investment that had been made into sending the crew to lunar space was huge, and making it a consideration in place of the safety and lives of the crew members would have been an option. Nonetheless, the team decided to ensure lives were saved and safe landing for the Apollo 13, saving the lives of the members on board. The key decision made by the team was on the return path to be followed…