The declining incidence of strikes in the United States and its possible explanation

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   11/25/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The declining incidence of strikes in the United States has plummeted dramatically over the last fifty years. Workers perceive one arsenal that they reserve for the fiercest labour battles: strike. Yet, this arsenal may forever be unutilized or at...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Post-war labour situation.. Decline in the incidence of strikes in the last 30 years.. The PATCO Strike: The federal anti-union manifestation.. Permanent replacement workers.. Automation.. Pr...»

Disparity between the Dollar and the Euro

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   11/25/2008   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Since 2002, the value of the dollar has been decreasing. The value of the dollar has been paling in comparison to the nearly consistent euro. This has spurred caution and alarm in the foreign market because the dollar is perceived to be the safest...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Exchange rate between Dollar and Euro.. Definition.. Report made by Bloomberg on April 4, 2008.. Report from the International Herald Tribune.. Impact on the United States.. Effect on gold.. Effect on oil prices.. Effect on...»

Economic activity, investments and technological policy

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   12/01/2008   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «The concept of competitiveness of the national economies and the viability of the national productive systems in the context of globalization focuses on the role of innovative competitive advantages, which are related to the technological know-how....»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. Defining investment .. Real risk-free interest rate.. Inflation.. Risk.. Undertaking an investment.. The expected future demand.. The future preferences of consumers.. The increase of consumer income.. The total cost of the...»

Health care in the United States

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   12/18/2008   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «There is not sufficient health insurance for every citizen to have access to adequate and quality health care. This is a pressing concern for 47 million Americans (Bacon). This is also a concern for employers providing health insurance to their...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The high number of uninsured individuals.. The case of Amy Barr.. The difficulties of health insurance.. Diagnosed with COPD and fibrosis.. The case of Kelly and Tim Argo.. Forced to rely on private insurance.. Rise in the number of...»

Operational auditing

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/09/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «According to the Institute of Internal Auditors, Internal Auditing could be defined as "an independent, objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve an organisation's operations. It helps an organisation accomplish...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Description of internal auditing functions.. Who uses internal auditing/ who performs it? . Internal auditor's role in corporate governance.. What is internal auditing?. What is internal control?. What is the relation between internal...»

Economy of Mexico

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   01/12/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «From the 1940's until the 1960's there was a strong economic growth in Mexico. This strong economic performance proceeded into the 60's. Manufacturing was the country's dominant growth sector and attracted many foreign investors. Although there was...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Economic growth.. Causes of the growth and the role of the government.. Macroeconomic instability.. Tequila crisis.. The national development plan.. Conclusion.....»

Short-run and long-run aggregate supply

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   01/12/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «One of the goals of economists is to try to predict the changes in the state of the UK economy. Thus they are interested in the economic growth -given by the growth of potential GDP-, the inflation and business cycle fluctuations. The Aggregate...»

Synopsis abstract : «the goal of economists.. Understanding the AS-AD model.. The quantity of capital and the state of technology.. The prices of factors of production in the long run.. The purpose of the aggregate supply.. The determination of the macroeconomic...»

Positive-Normative distinction

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   01/12/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «The methodology in economics is important because it gives us a better understanding of the economic analysis. The purpose of economic theory is to provide a comprehensive framework for the study of human behaviour declares Gary Becker (1976). As...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The distinction between positive and normative economics.. Positive economics.. Normative economics.. The value-free.. Economic examples.. Criticisms.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

Why has the development experience of sub-Saharan Africa diverged markedly from that of other developing regions?

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/12/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The recent images of migrants from Sub-Saharan Africa dying on the border of the Spanish territories of Ceuta and Melilla reminded the Northern opinion of the reality of life in the poorest region in the world . Migrants from Sub-Saharan Africa flee...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The singularity of Sub-Saharan Africa compared to others developing region.. The labor force represented by the future slaves.. The decision of the Europeans to use African labour force in the middle of the nineteenth century.. The...»

Russian and French Economies

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   01/12/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Russia is the biggest country in the world and is ranked 7th for its population with 143 million of inhabitants. The country is today one of the 10th most important economy in the world. In fact, Russia is situated at the 14th world rank concerning...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Economic structure.. Role of the state in the economy.. Social indicators.. Regional disparities.. Commercial partners.. Identifying differences.. French transport infrastructures.. Russian infrastructures.. Transport infrastructure...»

Poverty in Russia

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/12/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «Russia is the biggest country in the world and is also today one of the 10th most important economy in the world. In fact, Russia is situated at the 14th world rank concerning its total GDP for 2005 with approximately 763 000 million $, and at the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. General statistics about Russia in 2005.. Russia's social and demographic situation: A declining and aging population, with low life expectancy.. Ages pyramid in Russia, 2000.. Mortality rate and birth rate.. The influence of...»

The reasons for Britain's slow economic growth in the 1970s

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Research papers   |   01/12/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Britain already had experienced economic difficulties in the 1960s, but the concerns did not grow since the overall standard of living was keeping on rising. On the contrary, the 1970s proved to be much more worrying economically, as they presented...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Britain's slow growth in the 1970's and the burden of inflation.. Unstable environment and short run policies.. Mounting unemployment and mounting inflation.. Role of Britain's poor industrial performance in the relative economic...»

Globalisation

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/12/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «« Globalisation » is a word that comes up much more often than others in debate topics. For some, nothing better than globalization (and the liberalizing process that comes with it) could happen to us. On the other side, globalisation's detractors...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Defining what is meant with globalisation.. Tony Blair and globalsation.. An unavoidable process.. University facilities at the forefront of progress.. Mr Wolfowitz's fight against corruption.. Wolfowitz's new war.. The fight against...»

The revival of the small business sector in the UK

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   01/12/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «According to data from Labour Market Trends in 1999, enterprises with fewer than 50 employees provide 45% of UK non-government employment and account for 38% of turnover, the employment figure includes the self-employed who employ no one and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The growth of the Federation of Small Businesses and its relative power of lobbying.. 1974 to 1991: The stagnant evolution of the NFSE.. The remarkable growth of the Federation of Small Businesses since 1991.. Recent 'political...»

The 'true and fair view' in financial reporting

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   01/13/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Originally, one major concept was stressed in the United Kingdom: the 'true and fair view' in financial reporting. This concept was so popular that it even overrode the little regulation that existed then. In recent years, the increase in accounting...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The 'true and fair view' override in the United Kingdom.. 'True and fair view' versus regulation.. The "true and fair view": A myth.. Conclusion.....»

Accounting report to the board of direction

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/13/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Today our company is using a cost-plus pricing approach to price its product. In fact this method used to price our products can be inadequate in certain cases for our firm. In the usual course this method is used in a monopoly situation. Today, we...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Choice of a company's pricing policies.. Defining the pricing objectives and elements that we have to take into consideration.. Choice of the strategy.. Recommendation to the board of direction.. Bibliography...»

Mahathir's legacy and the stability of Malaysia

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   01/13/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Nowadays, Malaysia is known as a model of rapid development. Indeed, in the middle of the twentieth century, the economy of this country is agriculture-oriented and nothing hints any economic boom to come such as the one which occurs a few years...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Mahathir and the outstanding development of Malaysia.. Modernity and entrepreneurship as a goal.. The choice of industrialisation.. Authoritarian policy and the economy.. Mahathir's legacy: Badawi's challenge.. Replacing a 'national...»

Globalization and commerce

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   01/13/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Globalization is the production and distribution of products and services of a homogeneous type and quality on a worldwide basis. "Globalization is the activity whereby "distinct" national economies are subsumed and re-articulated into the system by...»

Synopsis abstract : «What is globalization?. We can define globalization in some different levels.. Worldwide level.. Country level.. Industry level.. Specific company level.. Why is globalization important?. Country and regional level.. Industry drivers.. Strategy...»

Futures and options: working

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   01/13/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Since the 1970's, the trade of derivative securities has over expanded and has characterised most of the transactions in the world financial marketplaces. However, derivatives do not constitute a new notion in the financial world, since they first...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Characteristics of financial derivatives.. The risk involved.. Meaning of financial futures.. Hedging and managing of risk.. The concept of correlation between the portfolio and the index.. Different scenarios of hedging risks with...»

The economic power of the Chinese Diaspora

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/13/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «China's economic growth is a much debated issue and is said to change the face of the world and presently world economic patterns are being reshaped. A couple of figures can easily help to understand how deep these changes are. Over the past 10...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The history of the Chinese diaspora and its situation within the recipient countries.. The Chinese diaspora as it is nowadays results from centuries of waves of migration.. However they often face rejection due to their high economic...»

How and why has the adoption of free market economic policies affected the consolidation of democracy?

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/13/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «"Economic factors have significant impact on democratization but they are not determinative." (Huntington 1991: 59). To Huntington, there is a clear link between economy and democracy as a form of regime, bond that few people could deny nowadays....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Venezuela.. Hugo Chavez, president of the Bolivarian Republic.. Democracy as mainly institutional for Huntington.. A comparative study of Polish and Venezuelan transitions to democracy.. Globalization.. Free market economic...»

The Evolution of Consolidated Financial Statements published by Publicly Quoted French Companies: The Shift Away from local GAAP to the Adoption of International Standards

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/13/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «Contrary to the Anglo-American approach, France offers, in terms of accounting, an environment representative of those of many countries in continental Europe. Nonetheless, France offers a typical system, where, because politicians and executives...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Brief description of the traditional French system.. Description of the French business community.. Presentation of the French institutions influencing on reporting.. Traditional treatment of statutory and consolidated...»

Textbooks say that banks transform risks: What are the risks involved? and how are they transformed?

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/13/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Financial crisis may be very damaging for the whole society, as bank failures can either lead to runs or to panic. Bank runs occurs when problems at a bank "undermine depositors' confidence." The depositors' reaction is to rush to withdraw their...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Definition and management of the pure risks: Credits risk and liquidity risk.. Definition and management of the speculative risks: Interest-rate risk, currency risk and market-risk.. Conclusion...»

Britain and the euro: not for yesterday, not for today, not for ever...?

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/13/2009   |   .doc   |   14 pages
Document abstract : «The EMS's Exchange Rate Mechanism (ERM) has long been a source of political controversy, playing for instance a relevant part in the final drama of Margaret Thatcher's resignation as a serving Prime Minister. Britain entered the ERM in 1990 to exit...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction: The United Kingdom, from EMS to EMU.. To join or not to join: That is the question.. Brief historical overview of the EMU.. Basics of benefits and costs advocated for and against joining before 2002.. The five tests' conditions then...»

Introduction to research & development decision analysis

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «A firm optimizes its market value when it successfully implements strategies that generate positive discounted cash flows applied against initial investments with net present value (NPV) greater than zero. One purely economic analysis, which serves...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Project valuation framework under uncertainty.. Literature.. Case studies.. Conclusion.. References.....»

What do you consider to be the major differences between Adam Smith's and David Ricardo's theories of international trade?

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The basic concept underlying all international transactions is that foreign markets are extensions of domestic markets, in the sense that goods and services produced domestically, and whose quality is reflected in the strengths of the supply and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. This principle as an advance on that of absolute advantage.. Major input of Ricardo.. Ricardo's theory.. Comparative costs.. Mercantilism.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

"How should we define globalization?"

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Defining the concept of globalization is very controversial and much disputed among economists, sociologists and political observers. There is no single concept of globalization, and commentators are unable to agree on the empirical evidence for its...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Which areas are affected by globalization?. An attempt at defining the concept of globalization.. Is globalization synonymous with internationalization?. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

The Quality Concept

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The quality concept in an industrial sense was first seen in Japan after WW2. In a ruined country, American economists settled an action plan to rebuild the entire economy system. Their first task was to define this notion. For Juran, "quality is...»

Synopsis abstract : «Quality explained . Quality is the satisfaction of a need. Quality is the answer to a very day use. Quality is the global answer to a problem. Quality insurance has an internal and an external interest.. Application of Quality principles to...»

The Monterrey Consensus The Conference on Financing for Development

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «The International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD) took place between the 18 and 22 of March 2002 in Monterrey, Mexico. More than 170 countries adopted a commitment designed to "eradicate poverty, achieve sustained economic growth and...»

Synopsis abstract : «The aim of the Monterrey Conference.. The conference of the change.. The ODA's issue.. The Monterey Consensus: 'Recasting neoliberal dominance in the south'?. The Washington Consensus in a sombrero.. Challenges to developing countries and to...»

Despite its oil wealth, account for the instability of the Persian Gulf region

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/15/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The Persian Gulf region is known for being a very important area in terms of geopolitics. It holds up to 57% of the world's crude oil reserves and produces 27% of the global oil.Useless to say how vital to the world energy supply this region is and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The Gulf Region is unstable because of the multiple internal conflicts it endures.. In terms of geopolitics, the different powers across the region are trying to take over.. The religious conflicts play an underlying role in the...»

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