Southern attitudes towards Northern Ireland

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Since the creation of the Republic of Ireland in 1922, the territory of Ireland is divided between two parts. The first one, Northern Ireland, is still taking part of the United Kingdom whereas the Republic of Ireland became an independent state....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Changes in the southern attitudes. Understanding of the problem in the Republic of Ireland. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Sociological accounts of social movements

Social studies   |   Sociology   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Contemporary sociological accounts of social movements are mainly influenced by the 'new American paradigm' (crossley) arguing that social actors are rational calculators. According to these sociologists, emotions associated with irrationality are...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Sociological accounts of social movements . The idea of the rational actor theory . Changes in the study of social movements. Emotion as a powerful sentiment. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Communist systems of the Soviet Union and Eastern Europe

Political science   |   International relations   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «During the XXth century, the communist system, an alternative political system to capitalism, emerged in Russia after the October Revolution. The features of this system are the important ideologies, the role of the communist party, the central...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Development of the communist system in Soviet Union and in Eastern Europe. Marx and Lenin influences upon communist system. Stalin's influence on the development of state socialism . Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Wacquant's contrast of French and American 'ghettoes'

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «'The American ghetto is far more closed, penalizing and violent than the decaying French periphery' This introduction by E. Mingione to Wacquant's study summarizes the contrast demonstrated between the 'Red Belt', that is the French working class...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Relevance of Wacquant contrast with the French crisis. The explosion of urban violence . French riots being invalid to Wacquant's contrast. The reasons that make it possible to say that both ghettoes are...»

How does trade globalization affect women working conditions in South America?

Business & market   |   Human resources   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The international trade agreements have important impact on people living in poverty. But these impacts operate at different levels. In some cases, trade can stimulate the development of these countries, help the economic growth, help employment,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The main aspects of globalization: The job creation in developing countries . Jobs created for women in South America. Regional agreements . Non traditional Agricultural Exports . The actual globalization: Characterized by the...»

Analysis and features of Standard Chartered

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   18 pages
Document abstract : «The world "Bank" has been derived from the Italian world "Banca" meaning a branch or a counter. However, the banks that we are now accustomed to seeing no longer seem to be a reflection of what "Bank" really means. But today's banks are not what...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. An overview of banking. The evolution of banking. Banking today: Live and kicking. Company profile. A brief history of Standard Chartered. The early years. Standard Chartered in the 1990's. Standard Chartered today. Marketing public...»

Catholic religious orders in Europe

Philosophy & literature   |   Humanities/philosophy   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Monarchism started in Egypt during the IInd century and may have its roots in the forms of some Jewish sects. Saint Antony (236-347) created next to Alexandria what we call anachoretism. He organized a hermits' life. These men gather in communities...»

Synopsis abstract : «The beginning of monarchism. Military orders. Mendicant orders. Regular clerics, especially the Jesuits. Secular congregations or societies of priests. Today. Conclusion....»

Knowledge in organizations: What is a community of practice?

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «This report presents you the concept of a community of practice. Normally the term community of practice in reduced to CoP and this term was created by Jean Lave and Etienne Wenger in 1991. Now to understand this notion, we should understand the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The concept of a community of practice . The formation of communities of practice. CoP within organizations. Enabling CoP to be successful. Measuring the value added by communities. Conclusion. Bib...»

Social cognitive processes mediating the relationship between exposure to television's sexual content and adolescents' sexual behavior by Steven C. Martino, Rebecca L. Collins, David E. Kanouse, Marc Elliot, and Sandra H. Berry

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The article I chose to study is from the volume 89 of the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, published in 2005 by the American Psychological Association. It deals with a research supported by National Institute of Child Health and Human...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The goal of this longitudinal study . Perceived peer norms about sex. Safe-sex self-efficacy. Negative outcome expectancies. The strongest evidence for the relationship between sexual initiation and the social-cognitive variables...»

Caroll Paris

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The main purpose of the present report is to design a marketing plan for the French 'fashion house' Caroll who is aiming to enter the growing 'middle market' in China. In order to design an appropriate marketing plan, several steps have to be taken....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Caroll's presentation. Mission. Culture. Strategy. Objectives. The China market. Country risk. Chinese consumers. China's textile market. Competition analysis. Strategic plan . SWOT analysis. Key opportunities and issues. Porter's five...»

The power of eminent domain in the United States of America

Law & contracts   |   Constitutional law   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Since its self-declared independence in 1776, the United States of America has always shown its will to become a grand nation. To fulfill this dream and set itself up as one of the greatest powers in a various domains on the international scale, it...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Expropriation: Definition and parties. The expropriation process. The means against expropriation. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

McIntyre, W. David. British Decolonization: "When, why and how did the British Empire fall?"

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «In this book David McIntyre, Professor of History at the University of Canterbury, gives a detailed account of a most important episode of British and global history, that is the fall of the British Empire. The decolonization process that took place...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The first phase: The Dominion model. The second phase: Why did the British Empire fall. Considering the global dimension. The colonial dimension and the situation in the colonies . Conclusion....»

Montblanc in China

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The Montblanc Company is going to open a new subsidiary in China. I have just been promoted to be the manager of this new subsidiary in China and to design a strategic plan for the Montblanc Company. I am aware that it is a particular market and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Presentation of the Montblanc Company . Short history . Montblanc's products. Montblanc's objectives . Presentation of China . Economic summary of the country. The China's market and the Chinese customers. Country risk . The luxury...»

Occidentalism, the redefinition of a concept in the discourse of international culture

Philosophy & literature   |   Humanities/philosophy   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Occidentalism can exist and develop only in relation to its pre-existing coefficient, orientalism" . Indeed, there exists a dichotomy between these two concepts. It refers to the description of the World and its organization. Therefore, an analysis...»

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How does a rational investor build the optimal portfolio? Should international securities be added to that?

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The modern portfolio theory was introduced by Harry Markowitz with the publication of his paper "Portfolio Selection" in the Journal of Finance in 1959 and is called Markowitz portfolio theory (MPT). It is now the major guidance for portfolio...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Rational investor thinking. The theory. Hedging demands . Conclusion. Bibliography....»

The Asian cosmetics market: The "Looks.com" case study

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «By the way of listing its products for sale on the website LOOKS.COM, a manufacturer will get various advantages, and also some disadvantages. Obviously, the aim for LOOKS.COM is that the advantages overcome the drawbacks, so that the manufacturer...»

Synopsis abstract : «Questions. The advantages and disadvantages for a manufacturer listing its products for sale on looks.com. The effectiveness of Robbie Jessel's plan to position LOOKS.COM as a duty free retailer . How would you approach manufacturers and...»

The Jews and the passion

Philosophy & literature   |   Humanities/philosophy   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «The Passion narratives must be understood through the Jewish historical experience, religious tradition and, above all, holy scripture. It is crucial to remember that the Passion story, considered as the birth of Christianism, is very linked to the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The main question . The Christian scholar Raymond E. Brown . Conclusion....»

Literature review: Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Customer relationship management has been defined in many ways. Metagroep defines CRM as 'the automation of horizontally integrated business processes involving front office customer contact points (marketing, sales, service and support) via...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Building a good customer relationship. Organizing and managing the contact cycle . Building a successful CRM system in China . Research on relationship marketing . Conclusion. Bibliography....»

The paradox of American democracy (Chap. 1), by John B. Judis

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «John B. Judis is a senior editor at The New Republic, where he is working since 1982. He graduated at the University of California at Berkeley in 1965 and taught philosophy there later on. He was an active leftist activist during the 60es and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction . Voters and parties . Interests groups. Elites. The role of government. Conclusion ....»

Reading note on Kant's perpetual peace

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Immanuel Kant was born in Königsberg, Prussia in 1724. He studied philosophy, mathematics and physics at the University of Königsberg, and became a renowned teacher and scholar thanks to his works on reason, knowledge and judgment. Indeed, he...»

Synopsis abstract : «Author and context. Sum up. Putting an end to war. Declaring peace. Establishing peace. A utopian project?. Conclusion....»

Game theory: Negotiation

Science & technology   |   Math   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Investigate the use of game theory in negotiation. What are some of the ways it might be used? How is it a more effective method for producing a good outcome for a negotiator than more traditional methods? In our case, we have to imagine a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Discussing the 'game theory'. A framework for an ever rapidly changing world. The prisoner's dilemma concept. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Côte d'Ivoire and the ONUCI

Law & contracts   |   Administrative law   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «Located in the western part of Africa, notably surrounded by Liberia, Mali, Burkina Faso, Guinea and Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire constitutes an isolated case in the African History of the twentieth century. Indeed, considered as a model of African success...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Development indicators and general economic data on the Ivory Coast. A historical approach of Cote d'Ivoire from the colonization to 2006. Missions of the ONUCI. Efficiency of the ONUCI. Conclusion. Bib...»

Essay on the national liberation struggle in mozambique

Philosophy & literature   |   Humanities/philosophy   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Mozambique is, in the early 20th century, a very heterogeneous country. Without any linguistic, cultural or ethnic harmony, the only point that is common all over this southern African country turns out to be the Portuguese colonial power. However,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The rise of nationalism in Mozambique . From the colonization to the Portugal of Salazar. The creation of FRELIMO. The place of socialist discourses within the Mozambican nationalist discourse . FRELIMO's difficulties to conceptualize...»

Walter Ong, orality and literacy

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Walter Wong's Orality and Literacy provides the reader, who by definition is a member of the literate world, with insights into the rich oral cultures that spawned the chirographic (writing) and the typographic (print) cultures that followed. In a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Oral and literate cultures: The evolution of the narrative. The technology of writing. The impacts of print-culture. Conclusion....»

The democratic deficit of the EU and the European political integration from a French perspective

Political science   |   European union   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   14 pages
Document abstract : «The European construction has always evolved through crisis and this is probably due to its ambitious project and nature. However, it worked successfully until today because it has been occurring through a "step by step process", to quote the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. EU at a turning point: New challenges and reflections about its future. The decline of neo-functionalism: A 'global turbulence'. The importance of current EU-linked issues implying stronger democratic requirements. Flexibility: A...»

Why did the British leave India in 1947?

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The independence of India in August 1947 was the result of a long process which started after the First World War. Indeed in 1919 Parliament had passed the Government of India Act which was designed to organize provincial governments in India. Then,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Why did Britain give India independence in 1947? . British Prime Minister Attlee and the Viceroy Lord Wavell. Attlee's clear-sightedness. The confrontation between Hindus and Muslims . The year 1947 and the Cold War. Co...»

Importаnce of GАTT аnd WTO for internаtionаl trаde

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The World Trade Organization (WTO) hаs become the organization of excellence for dealing with international trade. The transformation of the Generаl Аgreement on Tаriffs аnd Trаde (GАTT) to WTO wаs...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The G?TT. principles of the G?TT . The Most F?voured N?tion (MFN) cl?use. Complementing the MFN cl?use. Tr?nsp?rency. Reduction of duties for tr?de . The l?test G?TT negoti?tions. The WTO . The liber?liz?tion process...»

The impacts of the common agricultural policy (CAP) in France

Law & contracts   |   Administrative law   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The CAP is often considered as a debate of the specialists since this is a very complex and technical topic, but nowadays there is a huge public debate on this policy which is one of the most important European policy and also one of the most...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. 1962-1992: Productivism . Origins and evolutions of the CAP. Positive economic impacts of the CAP in France from 1962 to 1992. A transfer from agriculture to industry. An improvement of the living condition for the agricultural...»

Marketing plan for Lora Hart Stress consultant

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «Proposal for firm's mission statement: To provide quality consulting and life-balancing programs and initiatives to law enforcement agencies and individuals in order to help them achieve their career objectives in a healthy manner and environment....»

Synopsis abstract : «Proposal for firm's mission statement. External environment. Opportunity in British market. Law enforcement and prison guards. Law enforcement: Not a 'trend'. Swot analysis. Opportunities and threats. Strengths and weaknesses. Developping and...»

A construction project: The Millau Viaduct

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   17 pages
Document abstract : «The project of a viaduct over the Tarn Valley and the city of Millau in Southern France was a major issue for many years among the French population and the Ministry of Transport. It aimed at providing a solution for the severe traffic jam that...»

Synopsis abstract : «Summary. Introduction. Presentation of the project. Project background: motivations for its implementation. Millau viaduct: A challenge. The Pre-Construction and Planning Stage. Construction stage . Completion of the project . Resources needed and...»

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