The effectiveness of legal restrictions on distributions to shareholders in achieving "Creditor Protection"

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «In this essay, I will critically evaluate the effectiveness of legal restrictions on distributions to shareholders in achieving "creditor protection". It consists of showing the good and the bad points of these restrictions. Firstly, I will define...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. A title representing a part of the capital of a company. . Policies relating to the employ of the shareholders money.. The capital maintenance concept. . Creditors: Protected by two aspects of share ...»

The business travel industry in Lyon

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The Business Travel and Tourism industry is one the most dynamic sub market of the MICE market at this time. There are many definitions relating to the MICE market which make it difficult to define. However, MICE stand for Meetings, Incentives,...»

Synopsis abstract : «An overview of the business travel market globally.. The origin of the business travel market.. A market dominated by Europe.. Lyon case study.. The business travel market in France: Lyon a redoubtable competitor.. The growth of the business travel...»

Accor

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «For more than 40 years, Accor has constantly reinvented its businesses to keep pace with the world around it, with the goal of providing innovative, high-quality products to Hospitality and Services customers. In Hospitality, Accor's ambition is to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Executive summary.. Introduction / background.. The management of the company.. Financial analysis.. Recommendations and estimates.. Conclusion.....»

The different approaches to develop strategy. Is there evidence in today's business world to suggest there is one best way?

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «For a couple of years, the concept of strategy has become fundamental for any type of business. According to Ansoff (1965), the practice of strategic planning is now widespread among large, medium and small firms. The strategy comes from the Greek...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The two main perspectives from which strategy can be defined.. Examination and comparison the different approaches to develop strategy.. The different names of approaches.. The perspective approach.. The two principal...»

Comments on "Thank you for smoking" by Jason Reitman in the light of business ethics

Arts & media   |   Film studies   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «"Thank you For Smoking" is a movie from 2005, about a tobacco industry lobbyist, Nick Naylor. As the negative effects of tobacco on health are no longer easy to deny, the tobacco companies join in the creation of the Academy of Tobacco Studies. The...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Nick's only real friends.. A deal for product placement in a sci-fi blockbuster.. An example of the perfect negation of business ethics.. Nick respects freedom of opinion above all. . Conclusion.. Bibliogr...»

The building of customer loyalty and retention strategies in sports marketing

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   23 pages
Document abstract : «The research in this dissertation focuses on the building of customer loyalty and retention strategies in sports marketing with the Chinese Professional Baseball League (CPBL) as an example. This research aims to provide the factors which influence...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The profile of Chinese Professional Baseball League.. The research objectives.. Literature review.. Customer loyalty and satisfaction.. Identification and the team.. Research design and participant recruitment.. Data collection and...»

Mutations of Vancouver's Chinatown: Spatial redistribution and new territorial logic's

Social studies   |   Sociology   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Large cities tend to be inhabited by minorities, immigrants and trans-national communities. In order to study this new dynamic, I have chosen the city of Vancouver (British Columbia) in Canada. Actually, I will be spending my 3rd year in the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The old Chinatown: Ghettoisation and logic of segregation.. Socio-economic profile of earliest Chinese immigrants.. Spatial segregation.. The School of Chicago's model: The ghetto.. The new Chinatown: A voluntary and intentional...»

Trading volatility

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   13 pages
Document abstract : «Traditionally, to make a profit, most individual investors and fund managers are forced to take a view on the direction of the price of something. The traditional or fundamental strategy is to study all the aspects of the market-place, all the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Buying and selling volatility.. Example of trading volatility.. Causes of volatility.. Strategies.. Simple strategies.. Strategies of straddles.. Strategies of strangles.. Rehedging a portfolio.. Volatility and variance swaps.. VIX...»

Risk management: Risk analysis of the company Gaudin Systemes

Business & market   |   Management   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «I have decided to focus my risk analysis on the company Gaudin Systèmes. The core of this analysis is to launch a new line of production in a foreign country, in Algeria. The best thing to do is to analyze the risk of failure in order to sue it....»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Executive summary.. Program in risk management.. Planning.. Organizing.. Writing.. Risk positioning.. Risk analysis.. Descriptive analysis.. Quantitative and qualitative analysis.. Solution analysis.. Identity.. Quantitative and...»

Business plan: Washybar, why wash and wait when you can drink and wash?

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   18 pages
Document abstract : «The target market: People who don't have a washing machine at home (usually clients of launderette, mostly young people) and generally people who want to spend time in a bar. What they think now: It is boring to wait while your clothes are being...»

Synopsis abstract : «Summary.. The team.. Where do we want to be?. Vision.. Mission.. Values.. The market.. Segments.. Size of the market.. Trends.. Customer needs (questionnaire in appendix).. The actual customer behaviour.. Factorial...»

Lego case study: Danish vs. British culture

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Modern companies can not longer hold on to a "go-it-alone" philosophy in the modern networked business world. Global companies look for business opportunities outside their traditional boarders and have therefore to deal with cross-cultural issues...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The Company's background.. A pure Danish toymaker and a British Subsidiary.. Cross-cultural differences between Danish and British managers.. In the everyday life context.. Exploring cross-cultural theory as it relates to Denmark and...»

Strategic procurement and commercial relationship

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «'Supplier relationship' is an expression that, it can be argued, has positive connotations, indicating as it does that a relationship between buyer and supplier exists and that it is such that both sides derive benefit from it. However, this has not...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Relationship and Partnership: Definitions and goals.. Choose suppliers relationships.. Advantages that the two parts have worked units.. Conclusion.. Reference.....»

Petrolivia and the olive oil producers market

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «For many years, the olive oil producer market has been dominated by three European countries: Spain, Italy and Greece, which account 97 per cent of the European production and 77 per cent of the world production. These three European countries are...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The purpose of this essay.. Looking at the numbers.. The market segmentation.. The top five supermarkets: 80 per cent of the total olive oil sales in the UK market.. Conclusion.. References.....»

The United States: A "theodemocracy"? The ambiguous relationship between religion and politics

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «As Julia Gronnevet said, "comparing the United States to the Roman Empire is a popular pastime" . For instance, in his book entitled Are we Rome?: the Fall of an Empire and the Fate of America (2007), Cullen Murphy established some parallels between...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Emphasis on the complex relationship between Rome and religion. . This political model.. First evoked by Josephus Flavius.. The concept of theocracy which could be linked to the Roman Empire.. The complex relationship between religion...»

The modern portfolio theory

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «The aim of the Modern Portfolio Theory is to provide to a portfolio owner the tools necessary to implement an efficient and sustainable strategy focusing on minimizing the risk. According to this theory, risk is supposed to be reduced through the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The balance between the risk and the potential return.. The variance as a major tool.. The Markowitz theory.. Tha analysis of the price of an asset.. Evaluation of the risk.. Capital asset pricing model.. Active vs passive...»

The financing of joint ventures

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «A joint-venture is an agreement between two partners from different countries and which consists of the creation or the joint acquisition of a joint venture on the market of the foreign partner. This co-operation is considered on the long-term. In...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction: Definition of a joint venture.. Interests of a joint venture.. Advantages and disadvantages.. The different financings of joint ventures.. Characteristics of the financings granted by Brussels.. Mechanisms of these financing...»

Market definition - Theory and case study

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «The market is referred as the group of organizations or consumers that have an interest in certain product either from supply or demand side of it. "The definition of the relevant market is an important initial step in establishing whether a...»

Synopsis abstract : «The Massmart Holdings Limited and Moresport Limited merger.. Definition of the relevant market.. The evidence and the merits of the parties' arguments.. The views of the competition commission and the competition tribunal of the relevant...»

Sampling methods

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «As time and resources available are limited, we cannot interview all members of a population. Therefore, researchers use sampling to obtain the information they need. They select a limited number of people (a sample) to represent the characteristics...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Meaning of Probability sampling.. Simple random sampling.. Systematic sampling.. Advantages and disadvantages.. Stratified random sampling.. Random route sampling.. Multistage sampling.. Cluster sampling.. Non-probability...»

Olympic accounting authority- Cost control systems

Business & market   |   Accounting   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «In your role as head management accountant, you have been asked to prepare a report for your new junior colleagues in the organization who are new to accounting and have little management accounting experience. In your report you may decide to focus...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary.. Introduction.. Cost budget.. Plans.. Implementation.. Costing system.. Performance reports and analysis.. Cost centers.. Control board.. Variance analysis.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

Organizational development: Mergers and Acquisitions

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Nowadays, mergers are very common in all sectors. Indeed, in many sectors, the competitive pressure, the decline of prices and research costs provoke numerous mergers. However, all mergers aren't successful; there are some steps to follow to avoid...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Daimler - Chrysler.. Pernod Ricard - Allied Domecq.. Totalfina - Elf Aquitaine.. Microsoft - Multimap.. Nestle - Dreyer's.. IBM - Lenovo.. BP - Amoco.. Rentokil - BET.. Conclusion.. References.....»

Conceptual models in strategic management: The Boston Consulting Group growth / share matrix

Business & market   |   Management   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Nowadays, in a stronger context of globalisation, companies have to face more and more complex challenges such as a higher international competition, emerging markets, many economic changes or new technological progresses etc. Strategic management...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. General discussion: Common usage of models in strategic management.. Different challenges facing managers.. Usage of conceptual models in strategic management.. The Boston Consulting Group Matrix explained and represented.. Reflection...»

US management and leadership: Steve Jobs

Business & market   |   Management   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «The aim of this assignment is to consider the leadership style of the Apple's CEO Steve Jobs through the analysis of the articles and works connected with his business activity. Steve Jobs is the current CEO and co-founder of Apple, Inc. Steve Jobs...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Brief biography of Steve Jobs: Part one.. Early years, Steve Jobs and apple, Jobs' other projects and Jobs returns to apple.. Brief biography of Steve Jobs: Part two.. A charismatic leader.. Steve jobs's ideas and leadership.. Brand...»

United Kingdom: In and out of Europe

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The United Kingdom has always been in and out of Europe. Such posturing is in keeping with a series of mantras [religious beliefs] upon which Britain's policy towards Europe is predicated. The latter have never been really challenged in the last...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The set of principles underlying Britain's attitude towards Europe.. Keeping a balance of power.. Meddling only when it is necessary.. Defending Britain's self-interest.. Historical evolution of Britain's Relationship with...»

Information systems in Amazon.com

Business & market   |   Management   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «Business managers are moving from a tradition where they could avoid, delegate, or ignore decisions about IT to one where they cannot create a marketing, product, international, organizational, or financial plan that does not involve such...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Presentation of the company Amazon.com.. Description and history of Amazon.com.. Swot analysis.. Porter's five forces analysis.. Business information systems.. Conclusion.. References.....»

Is Fair Trade a tool to appease the conscience or a political lever?

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Fair Trade is an approach based on precise criterion of sustainable development; relations of exchanges of long duration and direct relations removing the intermediaries. According to these criterions, the Fair Trade organizations of North thus...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Acknowledgments.. Introduction.. Fair Trade, the present situation and challenges for the future.. To educate for better consuming.. Fair Trade, a political weapon?. Conclusion.. References.. Appendix 1.....»

E-Commerce in France compared to other developed countries

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «Today the Internet might be viewed as having a huge market potential capable of covering the population of the whole world. This is why electronic commerce or E-Commerce is so attractive for many traditional businesses. E-Commerce consists of the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. What is e-commerce?. Presentation of e-commerce in France.. Comparison to other developed countries.. Conclusion.. References.....»

International marketing: the French company Caroll in Brazil

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   16 pages
Document abstract : «In order to enter the Brazilian market, the French company Caroll has to adapt its strategy. Indeed there are a lot of competitors like Zara, Etam and the local competitors. The Brazilian market represents a good opportunity for the firm and Caroll...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary.. Introduction.. Presentation of the company Caroll.. Vivarte group.. History.. The essence of the business.. Organization of the company.. Innovation.. Strategy.. Brazil: An opportunity for Caroll's expansion.. Brazil: Market...»

On-site waste water treatment in Sydingosby

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   16 pages
Document abstract : «The project site is a farm located in Sydingösby. The Gunnarsson family is living here. Carina and Stefan have two children. Stefan works at the farm while Carina works at SLU. This site has already a system for waste treatment, but it is not...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. Description of the curent one site treatment.. The different buildings.. The current one-site system.. The one-site system problem.. Calculations of the amount and composition of the different fractions of the organic waste...»

Marketing challenges when targeting developed markets: How to overcome them?

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «Over the past decade, many Asian companies have established branded products in several emerging markets (consumer electronics industry or domestic appliances for example). But nowadays, the next challenge is, for emerging market companies, to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Presentation of the (fictional) brand.. Presentation of the company.. The products.. Targeting developed markets.. Identification & evaluation of the challenges.. Recommendations about how the different challenges can be...»

The core-satellite model revisited, tracking error control, ETF's and satellites possibilities

Business & market   |   Management   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «A core-satellite management consist in having a core portfolio made up of passive management vehicles (index funds, ETFs, etc.) with low management fees, and separately one, or several, very active satellites that are made up of funds with a strong...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The Core-Satellite model.. Reasons for the Core-Satellite model.. The tracking error.. Other advantages/drawbacks.. The satellites.. Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs).. Overview of Exchange Traded Funds.. Meaning of ETFs.. The kinds of...»

Corporate entrepreneurship: The case of Naturis

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The study of Corporate Entrepreneurship (CE) is gaining increasing interest within the field of Entrepreneurship. Much research has been carried out, mainly focusing on identifying determinants and outcomes of CE. Scholars suggest that the term...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Presentation of Riso Gallo and Naturis.. Corporate entrepreneurship and corporate venture in Riso Gallo: The role of Naturis.. The organization of Naturis.. Formalization.. The production...»

Suicide at work in France and Japan

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   15 pages
Document abstract : «Bad working conditions can affect people and lead them to commit suicide. For example, in France between 300 and 400 suicides per year are directly linked to working conditions. Through poor working conditions we mean three major trends, which exert...»

Synopsis abstract : «The suicide in French and Japanese companies.. The journalistic point of view.. Working conditions.. Reactions in such a situation.. Are there cultural differences?. Company concept.. Implication in both countries.. Cultural and religious...»

The Japanese expansionism during the first part of the Shōwa Era: 1926-1945

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «In 1926, Hirohito, the grandson of the Meiji emperor, reached the throne and chose Showa ("enlightened Peace") as the official name of his reign. However, the General Tanaka Giichi became Prime Minister in 1927, confirming the dominating role of the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The context which explains the expansionism.. The ideological background.. The Greater Asia Co-Prosperity sphere.. The economic development organisms.. The military structure.. The main conflicts led by Japan during that...»

The study of a famous Australian wine company : Banrock Station

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Banrock Station is an Australian wine company situated within three hours drive from Adelaide, in South Australia. Its slogan "Good earth, Fine wines" perfectly embodies the two main motivations of the company: the protection of ecological balance...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. How to meet the demands of a new market?. How to find necessary communication tools?. How to use the brand name 'Australia' as a market position reinforcement?. A name for each wine.. A possible creation of a label.. Teaching...»

An in-depth study of the operations of Bistro Villemanzy

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   16 pages
Document abstract : «Bistro Villemanzy is part of the "Bistrot des Cuisiniers" group (10 Bistros located in Lyon), which itself is a part of the Leon de Lyon/ Jean-Paul Lacombe group. Bistrot des Cuisiniers is a group aiming at offering upper quality meals in a bistro...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. A customer.. First impression.. Ishikawa diagram.. An auditor.. Strategy of the firm.. Financing.. Customers.. Purchasing and subcontracting.. Inventory management.. Product and process innovation.. Human resources...»

The successful setting up of Accor in Brazil

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Accor is a French company, born after the merger in 1983 between Novotel (created in 1963) and JBI (Jacques Borel International, created in 1967). Today, the company can be found in 140 countries all over the world, hires 168 500 people and had a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Brief overview of Accor Group.. Difficult beginnings of the Novotel establishment in Brazil.. The decision to establish Novotel hotels.. The economic crisis in Brazil as of the first years of the Novotel's establishment.. Expansion inspite of an...»

The cultural identity and the assimilation of the Jewish Community in the Global Cities

Social studies   |   Sociology   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   21 pages
Document abstract : «My name is Charles Terdjman, I am a 3rd year student in Sciences Po Paris, and I would like to present my comparative research about the Jewish Community in the Global Cities. Sincerely interested in the social and political studies, I wanted to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Description and abstract.. General introduction.. Literature review.. The concepts of assimilation, pluralism, acculturation and ethnic retention.. The communitarian tradition.. Presentation of the communities in study.. The Jewish community of...»

Theoretical explanations of the period of peace between Japan and the USA (from 1945 onwards)

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «On the 7th of December 1941, Japanese submarines and carrier-based planes attacked the U.S. Pacific fleet at Pearl Harbor, killing 3000 military personnel, and destroying a great part of the fleet. This led to a 4-years war culminating in Hiroshima...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Peace between Japan and USA.. The great continuity of the foreign policy of the two countries concerning each other.. Achievement of stability.. The 1951 peace treaty.. Japan's dependency on the US.. The illustration of the balance of...»

Euro Disney case

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Disneyland Park is one of the theme parks belonging to the Walt Disney Company. It is settled in Marne-la-Vallée, near Paris (France). The theme park opened on April 12th 1992 as Euro Disneyland. In 1994, it was renamed Disneyland Paris until 2002....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The sources of business.. The wish to revitalize the experience of the park.. The wish to focus on the specificity of the Disney hotels.. The wish to distinguish the new visitors from the ones who have already come.. The wish to...»

Pepsi's entry into India: A well planned out strategy

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «With other Pepsi markets nearing saturation, Pepsi decided to expand its international operations into India in the late 1980s. However, even prior to entering India, Pepsi was met with strong objections by one of India's leading political parties....»

Synopsis abstract : «Case summary.. SWOT analysis.. Internal analysis.. External analysis.. Pepsi's need to globalize.. Pepsi and the Indian government.. Pepsi after India's liberalization.. Working towards improving the foreign economy.. Recommendations for Pepsi's...»

What kinds of strategies are used by local authorities to attract foreign direct investment in Morocco?

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Morocco is officially named the Kingdom of Morocco. This is a country located in Northwest Africa. It borders Algeria to the east, the Mediterranean Sea and the Strait of Gibraltar to the North, the Atlantic Ocean to its West and Mauritania to its...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction to Morocco.. The strategies used by local authorities to attract FDI.. The institutional framework.. The system reforms.. The liberalization of the economy.. Revision of laws.. Modification of the system.. The role of IPPA.. Achievement...»

The implementation of an information system and its consequences for the success of the companies

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Today, we are led to think that every company which wants to stay "on the run" has to implement an information system. Success stories of online businesses led companies, even those which exist from the 20th century, to develop an e-business...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Brief overview of the 2 studied companies.. GM: The Colossus with agile feet.. Land Rover: The established giant.. Two convergent approaches.. Information system's effects on the value chain.. Presentation of the concept.. A total...»

What are the most significant long-term external trends that will affect the role of the EU in 2020 to 2050?

Political science   |   European union   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «By 2025, Europe will represent only 6% of the world population, and its relative share of global wealth and trade will have shrunk. Contentious economic and welfare reforms as well as the integration of a growing migrant population will be among the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The shape of the world to come in a few decades.. General trends and internal challenges.. Changes in the international system.. A turbulent neighbourhood.. The consequences for the EU: An important player in the future international...»

Research methodology business tourism in France

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Welcome to the wonderful and interesting world of Business Tourism! This essay is the second step of a huge research to find solutions to questions in this market of the wider tourism industry. Meetings, incentives, conferences, exhibitions, outdoor...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The problem statement.. The preliminary literature review.. Definition of the business tourism.. Overview of the tourism industry.. Synopsis of the market.. The major international trends and challenges of the business tourism...»

The impact of the lack of oil on the activity of the Promens company

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «As far as energy is concerned, natural and in particular petroleum resources are running out and this would be one of the biggest issues world companies will have to deal with. Indeed, the world business and economy are run by oil: companies are...»

Synopsis abstract : «The lack of oil, a key intelligence topic.. Presentation of the Promens company.. Promens' activity.. Promens' products.. Promens' technologies.. Promens' mission and values.. Critical needs in intelligence.. Study of the environment.. Study of the...»

Case study: Woolworths turnaround strategy 2007

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Woolworths Holdings Limited is a South African based retail group that operates locally and internationally through two subsidiaries, Woolworths (Pty) Ltd and Country Road Ltd. Stores are based in Africa, the Middle East, Australia, New Zealand,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The industry's dominant economic features.. Forces that drive the industry change and impact of each on competitive intensity and industry profitability. . The market positions that rivals occupy.. The strategic moves that rivals...»

Analysis of the main organizational changes in Carrefour and the role of Informational Technology in this organizational change process

Business & market   |   Management   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Contrary to their considerable growth in terms of number and value, the operations of mergers and acquisitions reveals, for more than one operation out of two, a failure from the economic and organizational point of view (McKinsey 2000; Mercer...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Presentation of Carrefour.. The merger story.. The new Carrefour.. Information Systems within the new entity.. Conclusion.. References.....»

Analysis of an oligopoly phone industry in South Africa

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «With more than 30 million South African mobile phone owners in 2007, the most powerful and the most developed country of Africa plays an important role on the international mobile phone market. According to data from the "SA Mobile Market"...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The concentration ratio of the industry.. The nature of the competition.. Is there is a price leader in the industry?. The evidence of abnormal profits.. The barriers to entry in the industry.. The...»

Analysis of SNCF's information system management

Business & market   |   Management   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «The first interest of analyzing SNCF 's ISM is that SNCF is, above all, a production business. Moreover, what interests me is the Customer Relationship Management concerning the travelers part of SNCF (not the commercial one). Although in France it...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Summary.. Initial status: SNCF viewed as the production company.. SNCF: A company which makes production first.. SNCF specifities.. Information Technologies history.. E-business history.. E-tourism.. SNCF modified status....»

The impact of negative rumors on consumers' behaviors

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   13 pages
Document abstract : «Mac Donald's has been one of the most famous victim of negative rumors, with the "wormburgers' scare" (Newsweek, 1977). "Wormburgers" are hamburgers made with worms-based steak. In 1977, an astonishing rumor took birth in the United States, blaming...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Meaning of the word rumor.. Definition and the main characteristics of the word.. Reasons why rumors start and develop.. Origin of the word.. Transmission and expansion.. Previous examples.. The impact of negative information on...»

The colonial legacy of the Herero Genocide in Namibia

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «What is the relationship between Namibia at the dawn of the XXth century, Mein Kampf and UNO? The Hereros establish the link; this community of Southwest Africa who, in spite of it, took part in the ideological elaboration of the genocides century....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The history of the genocide.. Historical background of the German colonization in Namibia.. The history of the genocide.. The reparation issue around the genocide.. The fight of the Herero community for a recognition of the...»

Empirical evidence on Seasonalities - Inspecting the market anomalies

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   20 pages
Document abstract : «Anomalies, such as calendar effects, could be defined as phenomena where systematic returns patterns are observed. Partisans to informational market efficiency suggest that calendar effects are prone to disappear, as investors in the market could...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Calendar anomalies and previous research.. Data & methodology.. Empirical results interpretation.. Conclusion.. References.....»

Did government policy influence the development of large local firms and/or business groups in South Korea? What have been some of the long run benefits and problematic legacies of such policies?

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «The South-Korean state's industrialization programs achieved national economic ob-jectives through the use of government economic policies, defined as "measures by which a government attempts to influence the economy" (Encyclopedia Britannica,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The export promotion policy.. Benefits of the export promotion policy.. Problems of the export promotion policy.. The heavy and chemical industries (HCI) policies.. Benefits and problems of the heavy and chemical industries (HCI)...»

When a famous bank ( Société Générale ) is plunged into the world's largest financial fraud ever known by a simple junior trader

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «In January 2008, the financial world was disrupted by the world's largest financial fraud case known to date. The famous French bank, Société Générale, recorded a loss of 5 billion euros due to false positions taken by a junior trader, Jérôme...»

Synopsis abstract : «Irregular and high risk trading activity.. Trading beyond acceptable limit.. Misuse of IT access codes and / or user credentials for privileged access.. Created fictitious trading operations within financial portfolios.. Breaking into middle and...»

The scope of human resource management functions and activities

Business & market   |   Human resources   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «The most important resource in an organization is its people. So the role they play, how they play, how they interact through formal and informal processes and the relationships they build are crucial to the success of strategy" say Johnson and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Planning and organising for work, people and human resource management.. Staffing the organization with the necessary employees.. Using and maintaining human resource.. Conclusion.. Bibliography....»

Contemporary international finance and East Asian economic integration

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «The "Current Account crisis" is a particular type of external debt crisis that affects mostly low-income developing countries. It is characterized by a huge deficit in the current account balance which provokes a Balance of payments deficit and a...»

Synopsis abstract : «The features of general situation of a country before falling into the current account crisis.. Overall macroeconomic performances.. Balance of payments conditions.. Savings and investments gaps.. Development stage of balance of...»

Competition in the banking industry

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Nowadays, the banking industry has become significantly more competitive than in the past and competition is likely to increase further. New competitive pressures are emerging from abroad, owing to the liberalization of international banking and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Report written by Benoit BALESTA.. The effects of competition.. Positive effects of competition in the banking industry.. Negative effects of competition in the banking industry.. Control and limits to impose to competition in...»

The Bhopal crisis

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   18 pages
Document abstract : «The Bhopal disaster happened in the early hours of the morning of December 3rd, 1984. It is one of the most terrible industrial disaster or maybe even the most terrible disaster that ever happened. It took place in Bhopal which is the capital city...»

Synopsis abstract : «The start of the crisis.. Analysis of the triggering event.. The technical errors and failures.. Amplification of the crisis.. The origins of the crisis.. Relations between the Indian authorities and UCIL.. The economical context.. Previous...»

Assess hegemonic stability theory and how this relates to US foreign policy during the Clinton to G.W.Bush administrations

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «In 1970 Liberalism tried to create a revolution: international relations should be thought of using the study of economic interdependence, a key concept where states are affected by decisions taken by others. Robert Keohane and Joseph Nye insisted...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. One theory, two versions.. The limits of the theory.. The paradox of hegemony through Clinton and G.W. Bush administrations.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

Corporate valuation: Laurent Perrier analysis

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Laurent Perrier is a French company specialized in champagne, which is a luxury product. Laurent Perrier manages both the production and the distribution of its champagne and wines. The Group owns its distribution network (through restaurants,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary.. Business overview.. Company's overview.. The champagne market.. Valuation of Laurent Perrier.. Net restated asset value method.. Discounted cash flow model.. DCF based on a 30-years period.. DCF with a cash flow fade.. Multiples...»

Michelin : financial case study

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «The world tire market was equal to 80 billion dollars in 2005. That is to say that each year more than 1 billion tires are sold for cars and light trucks. 75% of the sales are for European, North American and Asian countries. Michelin is the leader...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The historical analysis.. Usage of assets by Michelin.. Profitability of Michelin.. The borrowings of Michelin.. The financial liquidity of the Michelin group.. The goodwill of Michelin amongst its investors.. The capital structure of...»

Microeconomics, main concepts for an economy study: capital formation, production, consumption, employment, credit multiplier, money demand, money supply, prime rate, Keynesian transmission mechanism, exports, imports and government expenditures

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Financial investment and interest rates have a positive relationship. Financial investment represents investment in bonds or shares or money saving in the bank. If the interest rate increases, the return of investment will be better. You will get...»

Synopsis abstract : «The capital formation (Investment).. The negative relationship between investment and iInterest rates.. The positive relationship between financial investment and interest rates.The impact of government borrowing on interest rates. A reduction in...»

The difference between sentences that are evaluated by linguistic significance alone and sentences that are evaluated by linguistic significance and other circumstances

Philosophy & literature   |   Linguistics   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   16 pages
Document abstract : «Significant differences among sentences of natural language certainly occur. It is not a matter of theoretical philosophy or theoretical linguistics but simply common sense. The difference I would like to focus on is the one between sentences that...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Peculiarity of certain sentences of the language.. The framework and methodology.. Description on linguistic significance and evaluation.. Stipulation of evaluating sentences.. The nature of distinction.. Sentences being evaluated by...»

The construction of the modern State

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «'Man is by nature a political animal', arguing on that Aristolte induced the existence of political communities. Men lived in communities for decades. However, man's living condition has changed with the passage of time. One landmark change was in...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Ancient and modern states.. A general definition of the State. . A definition of the ancient state.. A definition of the modern state.. Two tradtional models of thinking in state theories.. Theories about state formation through the...»

Business performance improvement: The Zara process

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Nowadays, taking all brands into account, the INDITEX parent company accounts for more than 2 900 shops in 62 countries and 58 000 employees all over the world. In the same way, the number of ZARA shops is about 930 all over the world out of which...»

Synopsis abstract : «Summary.. Presentation of the ZARA company.. Key dates.. Key figures.. The competitive advantages.. Presentation of the ZARA process.. Diagram of the D-15 model.. Creation and design.. Confection of bagged cut pieces.. Production, distribution and...»

Will Narco-trafficking ever stop in Afghanistan?

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Since December 1979 and the Soviet Christmas invasion of the country, we could say that peace has never been satisfactorily reached again in the country. The Afghan War has firstly destroyed the country from 1979 to 1989 and caused the death of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Opium cultivation: Increas in the post 9.11 Afghanistan.. Poppy culture in Afghanistan: Reasons why it appeared.. Opium is still a mainstay of this highly unstable society.. Usual methods used for the drug wars.. The failure of the...»

Volkswagen's Touareg "Kong" advertising campaign study

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «December 2005, one of the most anticipated films of the year has come to the cinemas all around the world. This film is King Kong, produced by Universal Studios. January 2005, Volkswagen, the largest car manufacturer in Europe, had made an alliance...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Situation.. Strengths.. Weaknesses.. Opportunities.. Threats.. Objectives.. Marketing objectives.. Communication objectives.. Strategy.. Push or pull strategy?. Target...»

The corporate culture

Business & market   |   Management   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Today, companies need to create and develop their corporate culture to transmit an image and identity. It permits to build a stimulant and attractive environment in the company and the employees feel the affiliation to a group. In this way, firms...»

Synopsis abstract : «Problems.. Summary.. Introduction.. The definition and identification of the corporate culture.. The elements of the corporate culture.. The role of the corporate culture.. The impact and the results of a corporate culture.. The SWOT analysis of the...»

Bretton Woods Institutions (IMF and World Bank): history and modern situation

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «To go out of the chaos caused by World War 2, countries had to set up new institutions liable to restore a stable and durable international order. This reconstruction was led by the United States of America and its allies. From 1941, in the Atlantic...»

Synopsis abstract : «Bretton-Woods: The settlement of the two main economic institutions.. Economic contexts.. The conference of Bretton Woods.. The creation of the IMF and of the IBRD.. The World Bank and IMF, two economical institutions.. The IMF institution.. What is...»

The civil rights movement

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «At the beginning of the 1950's, in the Southern states, fewer than 5% of the prospected black voters were allowed to vote. Shrewd Southern politicians set up new means of perpetuating the black's powerlessness. Ever since it's founding in 1909 as a...»

Synopsis abstract : «The beginning of the supreme court fight.. The response to brown.. The southern white resistance and the opponents.. The Montgomery movement.. The sit-in movement.. Representatives from the CORE.. Building of the beloved community and...»

Rapport de stage "State Street Bank"

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg is a sovereign state of 2 500 square kilometers bordered by Belgium, France and Germany. It has a population of over 455 000 of which 38.6 % are foreigners. The city of Luxembourg has a population of 77 300. Each...»

Synopsis abstract : «Luxembourg.. Population.. Languages.. Business.. State street bank.. What is State Street Bank.. Why State Street Bank is a leader.. Their core business.. DB Trustee.. Role of the service.. My tasks.. Special work.. Conclusion.. Personal...»

Individual behavior in an organization

Business & market   |   Human resources   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «Individual behavior is dependent upon whether a person is in a group or not. Individuals act differently in accordance with their situation. A group is composed of a minimum of two people. There are Two types of groups that have been identified by...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. People differences.. Individual differences.. Personality's differences.. Motivation.. Organization al behavior analysis.. Leadership.. Function.. Difficulties.. Team.. How to be a successful team?. Con...»

How can organizations tackle environmental constraints to reach an eco-efficient supply chain?

Business & market   |   Management   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «For many years, being ecologically and environmentally friendly was not a concern for companies; they mostly focused on costs no matter how harmful their practices and processes might be for the environment. However, today, environmental issues are...»

Synopsis abstract : «Summary.. Introduction.. Environmental Constraints: A new issue for organizations.. State of the environment.. Pressure from stakeholders.. Current responses from organization.. Suppy chain redefined: From traditional suppy chain to reverse...»

What makes a popular soap opera?

Arts & media   |   Film studies   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «A soap opera is a work of fiction taking the form of a serial, generally televised or radio phonic. They made their appearance with the radio in the Thirties. When the large networks started to develop, naturally these series followed .This...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Definition of the subject.. The main characteristics.. Soap as an entertainment.. The main reasons.. The influence of soaps in society.. Soap as an educative programme.. Soaps as a social identification programme.. Soap as a gendered...»

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): A multi-lateral approach to the subject

Business & market   |   Management   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   13 pages
Document abstract : «Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has been a highly debated topic during the last recent years in most developed and developing countries. We can today distinguish among three main general views on the role that CSR could play in shaping...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Germany.. The concept of Corporate Social Responsibility.. The internal aspects of Corporate Social Responsibility.. Reporting: Fundamental in Corporate Social Responsibility.. The German ranking of sustainability reports.. The need...»

The war on talent: Korn/Ferry International in China

Business & market   |   Human resources   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .ppt   |   16 slides
Document abstract : «With $452 million in global fee revenue, 474 consultants worldwide, 70 offices globally, and 4.4 million candidates in its database, Korn/Ferry has been successful due to the high quality, process and speed at which its consultants have placed...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary.. Global and macroeconomic trends.. Regional trends in asia.. Changes in industry market forces over time.. Korn/Ferry business model.. Korn/Ferry value chain proposition.. Why has Korn/Ferry been successful?. How has Korn/Ferry...»

Genetics: Case France and bio-technologies (business model)

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   15 pages
Document abstract : «Agricultural chemical industry has always been considered to be all but environmental friendly. Nevertheless it is also one of the industries trying to find out solutions to population's growth, overpopulation and their calamitous consequences on...»

Synopsis abstract : «Project's genesis and context.. Management and infrastructures.. The Herbfree system in the organization.. Staff and infrastructures evolutions.. Management issues.. Market research.. Demand research.. Customer...»

Saving souls or saving the world: The Jesuits and politics in the 20th century

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   17 pages
Document abstract : «On Monday 7th January 2008, the 35th "General Congregation" of the Society of Jesus, the famous religious order founded in 1540 by Ignatius of Loyola and some followers, met to elect its 29th "General Superior", after the demission of P-H Kolvenbach...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction: The Church, the Jesuits and politics.. Tensions with the Republic.. Attempts to re-conquer the society to Christianity.. Dictatorship and fascism: the authoritarian temptation.. On The battlefield with their brothers 1944-1981.. The...»

The role of trade in the economic development of Eastern Asia

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «At the end of the last century, Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan and South Korea attained higher rates of economic growth than other developing countries. It could be because of a close correlation between export expansion and economic growth, but are...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Export growth and economy.. Trade policies, industrialisation and development.. Trade and human development.. Conclusion.. References.....»

A look at the Bass model: Report structure

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   16 pages
Document abstract : «Diffusion is a popular theory of communication used in marketing to model the first-purchase sales growth of a new product over time. As Mahajan et al (1990) put it diffusion theory suggests that a new product is first adapted by a few innovators...»

Synopsis abstract : «New product diffusion using the bass model.. Meaning of new product diffusion model.. An overview of the bass model.. Using analogous products in diffusion modeling.. The assumptions and limitations of the bass model.. Technical description of the...»

The Cold war and the Cuban missile crisis

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Understanding the Cold War, it is central to understand the history of the 2nd half of the 20th century. Between 1945 and 1991, there were lots of casualties in more than 100 wars that took place in the 3rd World in that period. Moreover, most of...»

Synopsis abstract : «The Cold War.. The characteristics of the Cold War.. Understanding the Cold War.. The weapons race as a dynamic race in the Cold War.. Decolonisation during the Cold War.. The Cuban missiles crisis.. Unleashing of the CIA operation.. Coming of John...»

From dust to steel? State building in Afghanistan

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   15 pages
Document abstract : «One month after the attacks of September 11, 2001, in October 2001, the United States decided to invade Afghanistan in order to capture AlQaeda mastermind Ossama Ben Laden and to withdraw the Taliban regime. The "operation enduring freedom" was led...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Building efficient institutions in an ethnically divided country.. Draw up a new constitution.. The form of the state: The debate over federalism.. The choice of government.. Elections process: Did Afghanistan overpass the ethnic...»

Car import logistics: Responding to changes

Business & market   |   Logistics   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The whole car industry in Europe is experiencing great changes, mostly due to a new regulation imposed by the European Union of the Block Exemption. Aimed at increasing competition in car distribution, those new rules will have an impact on every...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Three of the main actors in the case.. The actual distribution process.. Direct role.. Indirect role.. Upstream actor in the distribution process.. Downstream end of the process.. The new rules of the Block Exemption.. The production...»

The EU Lisbon agenda

Political science   |   European union   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «To make the European Union "the most competitive and dynamic knowledge-driven economy, capable of sustainable economic growth with more and better jobs and greater social cohesion ": that was the guideline, the "new strategic goal" of the principles...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The European context in 2000: Why establish new goals for Europe?. A political will to launch a European social model.. 2000, at the height of the dot.com boom: An encouraging context for Europe to take off again.. The ambitious...»

knowledge management report

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The long-term survival of any company is dependent on its ability to generate and exploit innovative ideas, bringing to market those products or services that differentiate it from its rivals. While most companies may dismiss this statement as...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Bakground.. Defining knowledge management.. Methods, tools and contexts.. Web-based knowledge management tools.. Web-based (enabled) information technology tools for knowledge management.. Traditional data base tools.. Enterprise...»

The Sarbanes-Oxley Act

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «On July 30, 2002, President Bush signed into law a revolutionary Act: the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, also known as the Public Company Accounting Reform and Investor Protection Act. In the wake of many financial scandals, this law establishes new accounting...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The origins and factors of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act.. A general context of failures.. The implementation of SOX to avoid any conflict of interests.. The manipulation of banking and corporate practices.. The contents of the...»

Current Polish foreign policy towards Poland's eastern neighbour states: Russia, Belarus, Ukraine (October 2004 - February 2005)

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «Poland has always lied at the crossroads of Europe, as suggested by the title of one of Norman Davies' famous history books Heart of Europe. Intermediate between the West and the East; buffer state; ally or enemy of the main European powers, Poland...»

Synopsis abstract : «Ukraine: The Orange revolution, a great opportunity for Poland to take the lead in the region.. Main features of Polish-Ukrainians relations since 1991.. The Orange Revolution and the Polish involvement.. The Orange Revolution's bitter...»

Fuel cells

Science & technology   |   Physics & chemistry   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «What are the limiting factors in the introduction of PEM fuel cells into mobile power generation? What areas of research are being carried out to address these limitations and which of these do you feel will have the biggest impact in enabling the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Current use of the fuel cells in mobile applications.. Limiting factors to the use of fuel cells into mobile application.. Fuel cell related issues.. Hydrogen related issues.. High cost and low availability of hydrogen.. Current areas...»

What drives people to contribute online?

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   14 pages
Document abstract : «The question of "why do people contribute online" is a particularly relevant topic in this new era of internet, called "web 2.0". First of all, this phenomenon in interesting per se insofar as such a will to give, and to work without asking any...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Theoretical framework.. Definition of knowledge sharing online communities.. Motivation of contributors.. Conclusion.. First research hypothesis.. Research design project.. Finding and posting the survey.. The survey design and...»

The Chinese wine market (2006)

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «We are going to enter Shanghai wine market with our French wine such as Roman County, which is expensive but excellent taste. Now is the most perfect time to go into China wine market of high income because there three advantages for us. Our goal is...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary.. China wine market.. Current situation.. Market summary: Demography, needs, trends and growth.. SWOT Analysis.. Competition.. Key to success.. Critical issues.. Marketing strategy.. Marketing mission.. Marketing...»

Marketing policy Mk 32003: The means-end theory and converse

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The consumer's behaviour is something complex to define and to understand. In fact, various reasons influence the consumer's choices, like his personal values, education, product attributes and its benefits. Therefore, in order to help and to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Means-End Theory and its relevance.. The Means- End theory concept.. The Means-End-theory and the brand management.. Converse and the Means-End theory.. Converse: Hierarchical value map and it's analysis.. Converse: Specific recommendations for the...»

Are the French rail strikes ethical?

Business & market   |   Human resources   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «What are ethics? The definition of the dictionary is the following: "a set of principles of right conduct". It is linked to morality too. We can find this concept in a lot of aspects of life. It touches the social environment. A good person is...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Dilemma description.. Stakeholder map.. Ethical discussion.. Personal view.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

Business ethics: The moral and ethical aspect of the French strikes

Business & market   |   Management   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «The American newspaper International Herald Tribune (Edition from Saturday and Sunday 17-18 November) decided to do its front page about the strike in France. That shows the importance of the strike and its paralyzed effects on the economy and on...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Definition of its owns moral compass.. The impulsion of the conflict: The willing of the government to reform the system.. The opinions: Unions and users.. The state situation: A reason to reform.. The role of the media: Ethical and...»

Macroeconomics: Overview of the South African economy

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The most powerful and the most developed economy of the continent, South Africa produces one fifth of its entire production. The gross domestic product (GDP) is four times that its southern African neighbours and covering around 25% of the entire...»

Synopsis abstract : «Overview of the South African economy.. The monetary policy.. The fiscal policy.. Government expenditure.. Taxation.. Government borrowing.. Conclusion.. References.....»

Controversy around memorial laws

Law & contracts   |   Other law subjects   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «A controversy recently arose in France in which historians played a significant role. This controversy involves a number of actors: The French government, which passed the so-called "memorial laws"; the interest groups that lobbied the Parliament to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. An account of the controversy.. Passing of the law by the French on february 23rd 2005.. Petre-Grenouilleau's three arguements.. Passing of the Gayssot Law in the year 1990.. The petition 'Liberty for History'.. Analysis.. Drawing...»

Nature and the role of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Ireland, China and India (2005)

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .ppt   |   31 slides
Document abstract : «Through an efficient allocation of money because they are implemented. In countries where the education system and the facilities are well designed for LUCAS. DUNNING's OLI paradigm (ownership, location, internalization: The advantages of the firm...»

Synopsis abstract : «FDI and development.. India & FDI.. FDI in India.. Facts.. Problems.. Roadblocks.. China & FDI.. Competitive advantages.. Measures taken by China.. Nature of FDI.. Major tax incentives.. Ireland & FDI.. Historical background of...»

Improving the most important logistics- Changing the supply chain of International Federation of Red Cross Red crescent Societies (IFRC)

Business & market   |   Logistics   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Logistics management is "that part of the supply chain process that plans, implements and controls the efficient, effective flow and storage of goods, services and related information from the point of origin to the point of consumption in order to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Inputs into logistics.. Output of logistics.. Management actions.. 13 logistics activities.. Key problem areas.. Recommended solutions and their impacts.. Sources.....»

Truman and the post-war years

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «During and due to the War economy, the American factories had been very active. They bustled with triple shifts. The US had eventually absorbed one of the most severe attacks launched on its values. However the role of the family and women within,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Stimulation of the Black Americans.. The rising of the wind.. The Atlantic Charter.. Cold War and the reasons for its development.. Bretton Woods Conference.. Creation of the world bank.. Post World War 2 issues.. The American-Soviet...»

Fixed income analysis and risk management

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «As the ten OAT have the same anniversary dates, in other words the different cash-flows are paid at the same dates (25-Apr-08, 25-Apr-09, 25-Apr-10,), then we used a direct method of calculation of the spot rates, through two steps. Using a...»

Synopsis abstract : «The prices of 10 OAT on the last coupon date: Maturities, coupon frequencies and rates.. Usage of polynomial interpolation and 4 spot rates.. Limitations of the method.. Calculation of the value as on April 25 2007.. The yield-to-maturity of OAT...»

The failure of the Arusha Process in the Rwandese Crisis

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «The 1994 Rwandese genocide happened in the following of a civil war which had begun more than three years earlier. In October 1990, the Rwandese Patriotic Front (RPF), which gathered the Rwandese who were refugees in south Uganda (mostly since the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The negotiation phase: A commended process, but an imbalanced final text.. The design of the negotiation process in itself was very good.. The participants.. The choice of an inclusive peace process.. A comprehensive strategy.. The...»

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