Immigrant performance in the UK and Germany

Political science   |   International relations   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   20 pages
Document abstract : «This paper reviews the existing literature on ethnic inequality and discrimination in the labor market, to then analyze the economic performance of various ethnic groups in Germany and the UK. Main findings are that in the UK the immigrant...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Theoretical background. Role and diversity of human capital endowments. Role of segmentation. Theories of discrimination. Empirical results. Germany – An overview of immigration history. Germany –...»

The Levin model of monetary integration

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «In the following work the Levin model of monetary integration is going to be derived and then used to show that the union monetary expansion reduces income divergence between the countries in the union and that fiscal expansion in one of the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Theory. Application. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

The difference between tax avoidance and tax evasion and the different instruments government might use to combat these

Law & contracts   |   Fiscal law   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Taxation is everywhere in our daily life. People cannot always evade taxes. For instance, we pay tax when we buy goods therefore it is impossible to escape this kind of 'included tax". Tax avoidance and tax evasion are determinant for tax burden...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Tax evasion. What is tax evasion?. Why does the tax evasion exist?. How to evade taxation. Tax avoidance. What is tax avoidance?. Why does tax avoidance exist?. How to avoid taxation. Decision to avoid taxation. Instruments used by the...»

The micro foundations of the Romer model

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The technological progress is stated as the engine of economic growth in the neoclassical growth model, but some models like Solow model, always set the technological progress as an exogenous variable with a constant rate g. Romer model indigences...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Micro foundations of the Romer model 1990. The final goods sector. Assumptions and functions. The maximization. The intermediate goods sector. Assumptions and maximisation. Capital Constraint. The R&D sector. Assumptions and...»

The implications of the operations of the banking sector on money supply

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Brief Overview Bank deposits make up over 80% of the M3. Thus bank behavior is important to money supply. Cash is an asset to the bank. Deposits are a liability since the bank must repay them on demand or at short notice. The banks know...»

Synopsis abstract : «Brief overview. A Mechanistic model of bank deposit determination. Policy and non-bank public's demand for currency. Factors influencing the money supply. Reserves available approach. Conclusion....»

The Bourjois trademark

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Bourjois is a modern and very well-known trademark. It proposes perfumes, make-up and personal hygiene products (shower gels, deodorants and body creams) which can be found in supermarkets and hypermarkets (Carrefour, Leclerc ), in perfume shops...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction . The characteristics of the trademark's identity. Some key dates. Brand values and culture. Brand personality. The Bourjois trademark and its target. Evolution of the target. Influence of the Bourjois trademark. The importance of the...»

Marketing case: Kinder Surprise

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «All of us have childhood memories that we cherish and very often there are little things such as smells and foods that take us back to our past. One such thing is Kinder Surprise manufactured by Ferrero, a mix of sweets and fun that has been putting...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Kinder surprise. Description. Its origins. Marketing approach. Targets. Packaging . Wrapping. Kinder surprise colors. The lay out. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Safeguarding of the intangible cultural heritage: Protecting languages as a vehicle of the intangible cultural heritage

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The 2003 Convention for the safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage defines the intangible cultural heritage as "the practices, representations, expressions, knowledge, skills - as well as the instruments, objects, artifacts and cultural...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Oral traditions and expressions as a vehicle of the intangible cultural heritage. Languages as a factor of identity. Various factors of threat on languages. The oral heritage and cultural manifestations of the Zapara people. Endangered...»

Adam and Eve: A historical perspective

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «All human cultures have sought to explain how the world as we know it came into being by developing creation myths. These myths tell us a lot about the cultures that create them. For example, sometimes a Goddess gives birth to creation, and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Ancient origins. Genesis. Christian interpretations. Sex and death. Women. Bibliography....»

The Anti-Christ in the Bible

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «There are many figures in history, legend, and myth that tend to capture the imagination of people from different times and places. One such figure is the Antichrist. There is a general belief that the Antichrist is clearly identified in the Bible...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Letters of John. 2 Thessalonians. Revelation. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

The goddess and Mary the mother of Jesus

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Syncretism means the merging of different forms of belief or practice. The word comes from the description of the fusion of Cretan cities, and is often used in the religious context to describe how new religious and spiritual ideas moving into a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Mary the Mother of Jesus. Attributes of the goddess. The virgin. The mother. The crone. Queen of heaven. The vegetation goddess. Replacement. Conclusion....»

Export procedures and documentation in India

Economics & finance   |   Government finance   |   Research papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   74 pages
Document abstract : «India has a mission to capture 2% of the global share of trade by 2010, as compared to the present level of less than 1%. Export is one of the lucrative business activities in India. The government also provides various promotional schemes to the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Two classes of exports. Types of exporters. Manufacturer exporter. Merchant exporter. How to set up an export organisation. Choosing appropriate mode of operations. Naming the business. Structure of an export organisation. IEC exempt...»

Media, messages and styles used by Indian marketing communicators of films

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   17 pages
Document abstract : «India is the world's largest producer of films by volume - producing almost a thousand films annually. However, revenue-wise, it accounts for only 1 percent of global film industry revenues. The Indian film industry comprises of a cluster of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Overview of Indian film industry and market. 4P's concept applied on the movie industry as a whole. Overview of the film making business. Classification of movies from a producer's or distributor's point of view. Classification of movies as...»

The tourism industry in India: A general overview

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Research papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   40 pages
Document abstract : «Tourism is a very complex industry due to its multiple activities that satisfies the need of the tourist. Tourism includes transportation, accommodation, food, catering, tourist attraction as well as organizers like tour operators and travel agents....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Importance. Current senario in India. Uses of tourism. Types of tourism. Heritage tourism. Leisure and recreational tours. Business and incentive travel. Adventure and holiday tourism. Wildlife tourism. Pilgrimage tourism. Medical...»

H&M: Corporate valuation

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «H&M is a leading European retailer offering « Fashion and Quality at the best Price ». It is the largest individual clothing brand in Europe, operating in 29 countries with 1,522 stores (of which only ten are franchised). H&M went public in 1974,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary. Valuation methodology. Sales. Expenses. Working capital. Valuation summary. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

The low cost airline market

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Our future business career will conduce us to travel around the world. The way of traveling is a factor which influences international relations. The emergence of the low cost airlines has modified the traditional market. During our 4 years at ESTA,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The low cost company. Definition. Strategy . Low cost and traditional major companies analysis . Differences between the two models. Threats for traditional companies . Case study: Easyjet. Presentation of Easyjet. The reason of this...»

Critically discuss the contributions of the Third World Approaches to International Law (TWAIL) movement to international legal scholarship

Law & contracts   |   International law   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «After the World War II and its atrocities, a new international institution, the United Nations (UN) was created in 1945 to focus on the new challenges faced by the international community. One of the major challenges was the wave of decolonization...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The three objectives of TWAIL. The influence of TWAIL. Contributions of TWAIL. The central issue of the TWAIL scholars . The real impact of TWAIL actions . Criticisms against TWAIL. Conclusion. Bibliogra...»

Discussion about the organ transplantation: An irreconcilable conflict

Science & technology   |   Medical studies   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «According to the United Kingdom (UK) Transplant website , 9000 people in this country are currently in need of an organ transplant. However less than 3000 transplants are performed each year. What is true at the scale of the UK is also verified...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The evolution of the technique of transplantation . Conflict in the current legal regime . The threat for human autonomy. The legal regulations in respect to transplantation. Setting up an ethical market for organ...»

Compared Human Resources management models: China and France

Business & market   |   Human resources   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «This report is an analysis by comparison of two countries through their management of their Human Resources. Those two subjects of this essay are France and China. This choice is not just a coincidence but the result of my home country (France) and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The national context . The labor market. Cultural context. Employee rights and representation. The trade union . The first step of ACFTU . Rights and representation for the French employee . People's Republic of China: Common points...»

The Ramsey-Cass-Koopmans model

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «The Ramsey-Cass-Koopmans model is an economic model resembling the Solow model. The purpose of this paper is to outline the model with government, and assess the effects of government spending being tax or bond financed. We will see a result stating...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction to Ramsey-Cass-Koopmans model. Theoretical section. Assumptions of firms. Assumptions of households. Outline of the Ramsey model. Dynamics of consumption. Dynamics of capital. Ramsey model with government. Applied section. Wars and real...»

Parc Astérix's strategic analysis

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «Parc Astérix is part of the Compagnie des Alpes group (CDA Parks), a group specialized in: The ski business, with 18 ski areas such as La Plagne, Tignes, Méribel, and others. It is the leader in the international market with 55% of the market...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Diagnosis of parc astérix and its environment. External diagnosis. PESTEL analysis. Supply and demand. Porter's five forces analysis. Internal diagnosis. Value chain. Resources and competencies. Recommendations. Lead a...»

Creating value on the Harley Davidson poss ride

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   14 pages
Document abstract : «From a branding point of view, we cannot overlook the fact that Harley Davidson is very powerful, since many customers find embodied in its cultural principles and values that resonate with their own needs and beliefs. These core values Harley...»

Synopsis abstract : «Harley Davidson: More than a strong identity, a powerful brand community. Harley Davidson, a very strong brand. The identity prism applied to Harley Davidson. Generating a powerful brand community. Focusing on creating value out of this...»

The importance of total quality management

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   22 pages
Document abstract : «Total Quality Management is a management approach that originated in the 1950's and has steadily become more popular since the early 1980's. Total Quality is a description of the culture, attitude and organization of a company that strives to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Introducing TQM into a business. Concept of TQM. Understanding TQM. The eight elements of TQM. A simplified TQM diagnostic model. Improving financial services through TQM: A case study. Strategies to succeed in business with TQM. Basic...»

The Body Shop

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «With a turnover of 380 million pounds last year and 10 000 employees in over 50 countries, the body shop is considered as one of the most famous companies in the industry of cosmetics, especially known for its natural products. It is estimated...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Meaning of body shop. Beginning of the body shop. Evolution of the body shop. The strategy and value: Respect. The body shop's implication. The facts on the range of products. Conclusion. Bibliography...»

Culture & leadership

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «First of all, it is necessary to have a clear and simple definition of culture. So, "culture can be defined as all the behaviors, arts, beliefs and institutions of a population that are passed down from generation to generation. Culture has been...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Ceausescu in Romania. Presentation of Romania. Ceausescu and Franco: Two dictatorial leaders. Walesa in Poland. Presentation of Poland. Lech Walesa: A Leader In Solidarity. Maurice Thorez: A directive leader. Lenin in...»

The Fair Trade trend, an explanation

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «The current functioning of the world economy suffers from more and more blatant imbalance which affects particularly the producers of tropical farm produces, the victims of the agro-industrial politics based essentially on the returns and the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Foundations and principles of Fair Trade. Definition of fair trade. The actors of the fair trade. Five main criteria which define a relation of fair trade. History. Objectives of Fair Trade. The advanced state of fair trade . The...»

Are customer's management softwares and quality customer service key elements to gain customer's satisfaction and build loyalty?

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   24 pages
Document abstract : «Nowadays, companies possess lot of tools in order to gain customer's satisfaction and build loyalty. They understood that they have to focus on customers in order to increase profit more than before. Indeed, by focusing on customer's satisfaction...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract. Introduction. Aim and objectives of the report. Outline of the paper. Literature review. Introduction. Example of the Customer Relationship Management software (CRM). Quality customer service. Customer's satisfaction. Customer...»

Cause marketing: Trend or basic notion of marketing ?

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «"1 liter bought, 10 liters extracted in Niger with UNICEF"; for four months we could see this inscription on the Volvic water bottles (to February 15th until June 15th 2007). In the last few years we can see this type of shares progressively...»

Synopsis abstract : «Summary. Definition and history . Definition . History . Conditions and criteria (Johanna L. Krotz analysis). Cause marketing: A branch of traditionnal marketing? . Cause marketing: Company's choice . Case Study: 'Save Lids to Save Lives', Yoplait...»

Internship report in Fleetway Travel Plc

Social studies   |   Educational studies   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «During 4 months, I had the opportunity to be an intern at Fleetway Travel Plc. The company, based in the heart of Central London, offers many travel products at competitive prices, including tailor-made breaks, flights, hotels, car hire, and travel...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction to Fleetway Travel Plc. General presentation. Organizational structure. Marketing policy. Description and analysis marketing role. E-marketing. Brand marketers. Partnership department. Conclusion. Annex 1: Synthesis. Annex 2: Fleetway...»

E-Recruitment and the labor market

Business & market   |   Human resources   |   Term papers   |   05/13/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «E-recruitment could be defined as the use of internet for recruiting. E-recruitment is recent in France. It was created during 2000's and is yet to evolve to become the first media used by French people to their job seek. E-recruitment mainly...»

Synopsis abstract : «Synthesis. Labor market and stakes. A Labor market in evolution. The added value of Human Resources. The contributions of the e-recruitment. The new trends of e-recruitment. The revolution of the labor mark...»

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