Corporate Catastrophes (Hyflex Discussion)
Corporate Catastrophes
HyFlex Discussion: You may receive credit for this discussion if you participate thoughtfully and in-depth at an on-campus meeting. Verify your credit with your instructor before you leave the onsite meeting. Please note that just showing up to class is not enough to earn credit for the discussion–you must actively participate. If you are taking this class online, or are an onsite student working from home, unprepared, or unable to participate, simply complete this discussion online.
Watch the following video:
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…then explain the causes and impact of the British Petroleum Deep water Horizon oil spill. How did it happen and what were the results of the catastrophe for BP and the environment? What sanctions or penalties were levied against the company? How did the company handle it in the press, and how were the PR containment efforts received? Be sure to cite the video properly in APA format as part of your initial post.
