Integration of new countries in the European Union

Political science   |   European union   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The story of Europe is still being written. The entrance of new countries, ten in 2004, two others in 2007, and the current question of opening Europe to Turkey, shows that the European Union is continuously evolving. From 1947 to 1989, the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The process of enlargement.. The end of barriers.. Not only financial purposes.. Important figures.. The French point of view.. Conclusion.. References.....»

Euroscepticism in Poland

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   13 pages
Document abstract : «Since the collapse of its communist regime in 1989-1990, Poland aimed at joining the European Economic Community/European Union (EU). In 1991, the Association Agreement was signed by the country and the international organization. Poland officially...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Fluctuations of the level of euroscepticism: Short history of polish euroscepticism.. Three phases in the fluctuations of the level of Polish euroscepticism.. Two important events: the 2001 parliamentary elections and the 2003...»

The Chinese economy at the beginning of the 21st century

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .ppt   |   30 slides
Document abstract : «An unique party into a socialist republic. The communist party of China is the ruling party also know as the CCP Chinese communist party of China. Progressively the CCP has tried to reform the economy from a centrally planned economy to a market...»

Synopsis abstract : «Key figures.. A global giant.. Government role and planned economy.. Economy overheating.. Deflation.. Inflation.. Financial and banking system.. Energy and mineral resources.. Economic structure.. Agriculture, industry and services.. Development...»

Trade unions in Northern Europe

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «Among the five countries where the unionization density is currently the highest in the world, four are Nordic European ones. Sweden (78%), Finland (74.1%) and Denmark (70.4%) constitute the group of the most unionized countries, far beyond Belgium...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The irrelevance of the conjectural approach in the case of the Nordic countries.. Presentation of the conjectural approach.. An approach unable to explain the differences in late 20th century national unionization trends.. The social...»

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...»

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...»

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...»

Overview of the consulting market in Shanghai

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Market study   |   01/16/2009   |   .ppt   |   49 slides
Document abstract : «Global industry chain make China an integrated part of world workshop, so experience and management rules are welcome and quickly get implemented. Cost-down pressure make every manager look into ways to improve sourcing and operation. Fast-growing...»

Synopsis abstract : «Market size and trend.. World market trend.. World market potential for consulting services.. Chinese market trend.. SWOT analysis of two sectors which matter for Masai.. Cost optimization consulting.. Strategy consulting.. Operation...»

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.....»

Market research: Mobiles in Ireland

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Market study   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «In Ireland at present there are three leading network suppliers for the mobile phone industry. These are Vodafone, O2 and Meteor. While these three networks dominate the market between them there are a number of smaller networks such as the network...»

Synopsis abstract : «Background and objectives.. Executive summary.. Methodology.. Entering of Vodafone into the Irish market.. Performance of Vodafone in the Irish market.. Meteor: The third largest mobile phone operator in Ireland.. Ireland: Ireland's network.. Tesco...»

Pirelli vs Continental

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Case study   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Around 1990, due to a substantial number of tyre manufacturers on the market, Pirelli SpA though of taking over the German tyres company named Continental AG. And after a long merger attempt which lasted more than two years, it finally ended with...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Summary.. The reasons why Pirelli wanted to merge with Continental?. The shareholders meeting.. The reason of the failure.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

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.....»

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...»

The Case of Dasani

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   18 pages
Document abstract : «Our consulting team was called by The Coca Cola Company to find a solution face to the Dasani brand situation. Our objective is to analyze and evaluate the opportunity of Coca Cola re-launching Dasani brand into the UK market in the autumn 2008....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Description of the current brand situation.. The market of the water.. Brand history.. Brand equity management system.. The 4P of Kotler.. Porter matrix.. SWOT analyze.. Our proposal: The new marketing strategy.. The customer based...»

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...»

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...»

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...»

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...»

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...»

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.....»

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...»

Legitimacy & efficiency inside the Security Council

Law & contracts   |   International law   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   17 pages
Document abstract : «When the idea of a potential world organization first emerged in 1943, arbitration was soon to be made between maintaining effective power within the scope of a few powers, and the necessity to gain the support from small and medium States. The only...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Legitimacy and efficiency: Interconnected challenging notions that questioning the security council's authority.. Theoretical apprehension of legitimacy enhances the multifaceted aspect of this subjective concept.. Authority of...»

Hissène Habré's case: Origins and current debate

Law & contracts   |   Other law subjects   |   Case study   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «In February 2003, the Darfur conflict, an ethnic clash in western Sudan, began and, in March 2004, Mukesh Kapila, called it the "world's greatest humanitarian crisis". Thus, in January 2005, the UN Secretary-General's Commission of Inquiry on Darfur...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. A current situation conditioned by several historical phenomena.. The role of the conditions of the rise of Hissene Habre to power.. A socio-political context favouring the use of violence in Chad.. A desire for justice: From a local...»

The United Nations urban growth projection and its impact on urban development and regional disparities in India

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «The United Nations Population Division (UNPD) has been publishing and revising its World Urbanization Prospects since 1991, the latest being the 2002 revision, and this has become a popular source of data and analysis of the past, current and future...»

Synopsis abstract : «The UNPD projection methodology: Assessing the Urban Rural Growth Differential (URGD).. The evolution of the URGD over time.. The initial formulation and its 1974 extrapolation.. The 1980 refinements.. URGD: A method that has proven disputable both...»

Brand strategies

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «You can build a business without a factory, without offices and without a staff, but you can not build a business without clients. The corollary is that clients are the only reason you are in business in the first place. And marketing is about...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Country of origin.. American culture, Japan, Denmark and France.. Corporate Identity.. Packaging.. The design manual. Brand name styles.. Brands become generic terms.. Misguided brands.. Brand name criteria.. Brand strategies and...»

Corporate social responsibility: The example of Air France-KLM

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «This group was created in 2004 through the merger of Air France and KLM and is now the world leader in terms of international passenger traffic. In addition, the financial results have been improved considerably over the last few years. But how is...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Meaning of corporate governance & business ethics.. Definition of corporate governance and responsibility.. Definition of business ethics.. Air France klm: Company background.. Corporate social responsibily report...»

The impact of bank failures on the money stock during the inter-war period in the United States

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   01/16/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «In the following study the researcher attempt to analyze whether the monetary policy adopted by the Federal Reserve during the interwar period led to the Great Depression. The study would investigate through an extensive literature review by...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. The general arguments.. Literature review.. Financial and economic problems.. The pre-war period of World War I.. Deflation as the result of price level adjustments and real value collateral.. The Great...»

The Russian novel: the narrator's role in Tolstoy's Anna Karenina

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Presentation   |   01/18/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «"Death"(Part 5, chapter 20) is the only chapter of Leo Tolstoy's Anna Karenina with a title. It is not the only death in the book; Anna's suicide at the end of the novel is arguably the story's most important death. Although the death of Nikolai...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. A tremendous, almost god like presence of the author.. The diagnosis of Nikolai.. The description of a body that can 'no longer contain life'.. The fact that Nikolai's sick.. Kitty's faithful nature...»

Spanish literature: The Celestina and Lazarillo de Tormes

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The Celestina and Lazarillo de Tormes, books written at the outset of Spain's golden age, are extremely important works. The Celestina is a love story, while Lazarillo de Tormes is one of the first picaresque novels. Despite this major difference,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The Celestina: Tragic love story of Calisto and Melibea.. Virginity for women as a virtue in Christianity.. The influence of Christianity.. The servants of the nobility.. Lazarillo de Tormes: A novel about Lazaro.. The religion of...»

Tsunamis of Sumatra Island

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .ppt   |   16 slides
Document abstract : «Tsunami: appearance of a wave (wavefront).Propagation velocity: depth of the sea. The loss of energy is inversely proportional to the size. A tsunami travels quickly but also on long distances without losing consequent energy. With the approach of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Explanation of the Tsunami phenomenon: Their characteristics.. Concrete case with Sumatra's islands: Inventory before disaster.. Concsidering solutions.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

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