Hurricanes: Powerful natural disasters

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Current events often deal about natural disasters. Worldwide, many natural catastrophes happen every year: tornadoes, thunderstorms, floods, hail, drought, fire, seism, volcano activity. Theirs effects often are dramatic. Lately, we heard about the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Classification.. Times and places where it can occur.. Hurricane seasons.. Hurricane places.. A hurricane.. Formation.. Structure.. Effects.. Instant effects.. Secondary effects.. Conclusion.. Sources.....»

The floods and the Cevenol phenomenon

Science & technology   |   Geology   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .ppt   |   22 slides
Document abstract : «Floods = natural disaster. Floods = hazard for human and several animals. The Mediterranean supplies water. The Cevennes block everything. Climatic situation between 8h and 15h. Formation of cloudy cells, break up in point of V, V cells aspirate...»

Synopsis abstract : «Summary.. Introduction.. The scene.. The cevenol phenomenon.. Situation in september 2002.. Situation on 8 september.. Lightning's impact.. Consequences.. Economical consequences.. Environmental consequences.. Risk...»

L'Occitane & the body shop

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Case study   |   01/19/2009   |   .ppt   |   46 slides
Document abstract : «Founded in 1976 by Olivier Baussan. Natural & environmental conservation. Vertical integration: in-house production. Sensoriality: natural color, scents and beauty of the Provence region. Authenticity: revive traditional methods & preserve local...»

Synopsis abstract : «The brand.. The philosophy.. Products.. Positioning.. International expansion.. Regional markets.. Future expansion.. SWOT.. Business philosophy.. Trends in distribution.. Social activism.. Activate self esteem.. The marketing and positioning...»

Absinthe

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Have you ever read Poe's, Maupassant's or Hemingway's works, examined Van Gogh's, Picasso's, Toulouse-Lautrec's or Manet's paintings, or even studied Baudelaire's, Rimbaud's or Wilde's pieces of art? Chances are you have, which means that you have...»

Synopsis abstract : «A romantic alcohol.. A unique history.. The ban and the underground century of absinthe.. The revival.. The world of absintheurs today.. Bibliography.....»

Tom Ford vs Marc Jacobs

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Case study   |   01/19/2009   |   .ppt   |   52 slides
Document abstract : «Jacobs launched his name sake line in 1986 and then in 2001 debuted another critically acclaimed collection, Marc by Marc Jacobs, a collection of comparatively affordable edgy and retro mass-market pieces. His accompanying accessory lines-bags...»

Synopsis abstract : «Marc Jacobs case study.. Marc Jacobs's background.. The various steps of Marc Jacobs brand development.. How his life has influence his work.. Growing and building a international brand.. The first moves with LVMH.. Marc Jacobs's recipe for...»

The labor market in Spain

Business & market   |   Human resources   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   13 pages
Document abstract : «Today, a lot of desires or worries of the European population are linked with the employment. From the question "What would you do when you grown up?" to the social claims and the general strikes. The reason is simple: a job provides a means to live...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. History of the Spanish labour market and its reforms.. From the worker's statute to the reform of 1994.. State of the Spanish labour market in 1980's.. Changes in employment structure and labour policies.. Recent changes and current...»

Burberry

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .ppt   |   47 slides
Document abstract : «A distinctive luxury brand with international recognition and broad appeal. Design, source, manufacture, and distribute high-quality apparel and accessories. Great-Britain & position as the authentic British lifestyle brand. Repositioning of the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Burberry's identity before the revival plan.. History.. Burberry's identity.. Situation in 09/2002.. Evolution and future.. Burberry's revival with Rose Marie Bravo.. A new brand design.. A new brand identity.. Distribution strategy...»

Internet usage in African countries: Empirical study on the antecedents of internet usage in developing countries

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   12 pages
Document abstract : «This research first investigates the relationship between the gross national product and the amount of internet usage (per 1000 people) in the 51 sample countries from Africa. It indicates that the outlier countries in this case, i.e. countries that...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. Motivation of the research.. Research goals and relevance.. Problem definition.. Demarcations.. Report structure.. Sample.. Chosen sample.. Data gathering and the reliability of data.. Sample characteristics.. Finding...»

Studying the soybean nodulation at McGill University

Science & technology   |   Biology   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   20 pages
Document abstract : «This summer I had the great opportunity to do my three months training in McGill University in Quebec, Canada. It is one of the oldest Canadian universities, considered one of the most prestigious universities in Canada and one of the best in North...»

Synopsis abstract : «Presentation of the oldest Canadian university: McGill University.. McGill university history.. Academic profile.. McGill hierarchical organization.. Strategies and financial aspects.. The Soybean nodulation.. The nodulation and the plant hormone...»

What was 'Tito's way', and how successful was it?

Philosophy & literature   |   Humanities/philosophy   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Looking back at the time after the end of communism (Cuba and today's China being particular and Chavez not a communist), we basically find only three different ways of communism; the original one, the Lenino-Stalinism in the USSR, the latter one,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introducton.. Third way.. Titoism.. Economy.. Soviet-Yugoslav split in 1948.. Diplomacy/non aligned movement.. Conclusion.....»

Assess the role played by the Aoman Army in the local government of provinces and communities in the roman empire

History & geography   |   Ancient history   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «The Roman Empire had a very complex structure. It consisted in fact of three interconnected essential elements, each representing an instrument of the power. There was first of all, the central administration, then the provincial administration and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. A permanent army for the security of the Empire.. The maintenance of law and order.. An economic role.. Culture and the spirituality.. Political organization in provinces.. Links between the sovereign and the...»

European diplomacy: from the Bismarckian System and the Realpolitik to the pre-WW1 Alliances and the Weltpolitik

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «From 1872 to 1907, a series of alliances are formed among European major powers. The international system formed by German chancellor Bismarck in order to ensure Germany's hegemony within Europe and prevent a possible French revenge disappears in...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. 1871-1890: The Bismarckian System, a will to isolate France and rule Europe.. A system based on France's isolation.. A system based on a certain equilibrium among European main powers.. 1890-1907: Triple Alliance and Triple Entente,...»

Is the Common Agricultural Policy indispensable for the future of Europe ?

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   16 pages
Document abstract : «The CAP has long been a stumbling block among EU members. Last year, Jacques Chirac strongly opposed Tony Blair's proposal about the CAP. Indeed, France is the country which receives more agricultural subsidies while the United Kingdom does not get...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Need of CAP for the European agriculture.. An economic support for the European farmers.. Adaption of CAP to the needs of farmers.. The concept of multifunctionality: The roles of agriculture in the society.. Meaning of...»

Equipex: Case presentation

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Case study   |   01/19/2009   |   .ppt   |   50 slides
Document abstract : «Early 80s: Expansion of Activities in North America and Asia. Equipex's business grew with the establishment of small sales subsidiaries in India, Thailand and Indonesia. 1981: Establishment of Equipex in Karistan as a Joint Venture with a Karistane...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The group Equipex.. First international steps.. The subsidiary in Karistan.. The Man - Mr. Jean Dutour.. Initial situation.. HR policy and manager development.. Managers, staff and organization's structure.. Changed...»

William Hogarth (1697-1764)

Arts & media   |   Arts and art history   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The exhibition about William Hogarth at the Louvre museum is an essential one for many reasons. First of all, it is the first time that such a retrospect is held in France to honor the British painter. Besides, it is the occasion to discover or...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introducing the exhibition.. Biographic details.. Self-portraits.. The conversation piece.. The social satire.. The aesthetic of progress.. The art of portrait.. The Line of Beauty.. The masterpiece: Marriage A-la-Mode.. The Election...»

Violence in South Africa

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   13 pages
Document abstract : «While South Africa is one of the richest countries of Africa, why is there so much violence? 25 of the biggest African firms are South African, and its economy is the largest and the most developed on the continent. It grows by 5% every year. Yet,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. History.. Before the apartheid.. During the apartheid.. After the apartheid.. Facts.. Crime and gun.. Women and AIDS.. Different forms of discrimination.. Reactions.. In South Africa.. In Africa.. In the...»

Assess the claim that Thatcherism decisively recast political and economic relationships in the 1980s

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Thatcherism is a political thought applied by the 3 successive governments led by Margaret Thatcher, from 1979 to 1990. It quickly evolved as a doctrine. Thatcherism came at a time when the post-war consensus was collapsing, and aimed at checking...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Assessing Thatcherism's recast of political and economic relationships.. Economic relationships.. Growth record.. Privatization.. Reduction of the intervention of the state in the market.. Reduction of government spending.. Tumbling...»

The international intervention in Somalia 1992-1995

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   31 pages
Document abstract : «Somalia is traditionally a pastoral and nomadic society. Throughout the precolonial era, herders of camels, cattle and sheep lived in a world of "egalitarian anarchy" where the main preoccupation of the clan families was the well-being of the herd....»

Synopsis abstract : «General statements and recent history.. Social organization and colonial era.. Military takeover by Siad Barre and beginning of civil war.. The United Nations Operation in Somalia: UNOSOM.. From reluctance to Resolution 751.. Inefficiency of the...»

Indian electricity, potential market research, doing business in the Indian Subcontinent

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The following presentation is a first stage proposal in order to establish the firm in the subcontinent. This first stage is a pilot project developed in three years and aims to enter the Indian market. Depending on the results following steps would...»

Synopsis abstract : «Doing business in the Indian Subcontinent.. Relevant countries for staring business in Indian Subcontinent.. Establishment plan strategy for entering the market.. Marketing plan strategy for doing business.. Plan strategy evaluation for cost &...»

The theme of "incomprehension" in The Secret River, by Kate Grenville

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «According to one review, The Secret River "invites us to examine flawed human lives and to reflect on a tragedy of mutual incomprehension." Discuss how this theme of "incomprehension" is explored in the novel. One of the main themes of The Secret...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The incapacity of each community to understand each other.. The incomprehension between the two groups.. Rumours as a powerful basis for spreading racism and hatred of Aboriginal people among settlers. . Rumours circulating about...»

Analysis of do the right thing, spike lee (1989)

Arts & media   |   Film studies   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Do the Right Thing was released in May 1989 in Cannes. Spike Lee directed, produced and wrote the screenplay for the film. It tackles the subject of race relations by depicting the ethnic communities of the Brooklyn's Bedford-Stuyvesant...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The clash of communities and the African Americans' cause.. The main theme of 'Do the Right Things'.. The main tension between Buggin' Out and the Italian-American owners.. The African Americans civil rights movement.. The main issue...»

The Western growth systems: the role of innovations

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Joseph Alois Schumpeter (1883 - 1950) is one of the most well known economists of the XXth century, namely thanks to its work on innovations. One of the theories he develops is the one called creative destruction. So, in our study of the Western...»

Synopsis abstract : «Historical observations and theoretical explanations on the role of innovation in the economy.. Attempt to define an innovation.. Innovations and industrial Revolutions.. The theory.. The importance of innovation in today's economy (Western...»

Doing business in Venezuela

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «It is difficult to establish if Venezuelan society is strongly direct or indirect, but one thing is true, they always tend to be clear in negotiations, they try to express what they think at every moment, becoming emotional many times. They don't...»

Synopsis abstract : «Pictures and maps.. Websites.. Communication: Description of the communication style, issues and problems.. Cultural values.. Cultural values according to Hofstede's model.. Cultural values according to Trompenaars' model.. Business...»

Burundi: Will the heart of Africa stay poor for ever?

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «Burundi is a landlocked country, with an equatorial climate, on the east of Africa. The country is called "The heart of Africa" and it is located in a hilly and mountainous place, dropping to a plateau towards the east. There are some plains but no...»

Synopsis abstract : «General introduction.. History of Burundi.. Before the colonization.. During the colonization.. Since the decolonization.. The current economic situation.. GDP.. GDP per capita.. Natural resources and sectors.. Exports and imports Partners.. The...»

Contrex - Marketing plan

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Contrex is calorie free and offers a convenient and natural source of minerals. Calcium, magnesium and other minerals give Contrex its unique taste. It mitigates deficiencies of an unbalanced food. It is also good for pregnant women thanks to its...»

Synopsis abstract : «The main features of a product.. Meaning of contrex.. Contrex virtues.. Contrex in a very competitive market.. Cost and price determination of the product.. Commication of the ad and the brand.. Market and availability of the...»

Harvey Nichols in Hong Kong

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .ppt   |   40 slides
Document abstract : «Opportunities for China: Lower entry threshold, wider business scope, more locations,freedom to set up, subsidiaries, longer terms of operations, more relaxed approvals procedure, due to the WTO China was forced to open the distribution, wholesale...»

Synopsis abstract : «China and Hong Kong market environment.. Retail market China.. Opportunities for China.. Difficulties in China.. Hong Kong: Main shopping areas.. Landmark.. Chinese vs. HK customer.. Harvey Nichols.. Timeline of Harvey Nichols.. Dr. Dickson...»

Coach and Polo Ralph Lauren (2006)

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Case study   |   01/19/2009   |   .ppt   |   53 slides
Document abstract : «Coach began more than half a century ago as a family-run workshop in a Manhattan loft. Six artisans handcrafted a collection of high-quality leather goods. The founder of Coach was first inspired by a baseball glove. After refining it, making it...»

Synopsis abstract : «Coach.. An American story.. Business philosophy.. Distribution business model.. Excellence formula.. SWOT.. The 'Win-Win' combination.. Polo Ralph Lauren brand.. Brand extension.. Geographic location.. Distribution strategy.. Retail strategy.. Ralph...»

Sonatrach and European gas market

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .ppt   |   17 slides
Document abstract : «Algeria represents 3.12% of the world gas reserves (Hassi R'mel : one of the largest deposits in the world). Gross production of 150 billions cm3 of gas in 2006 (3.88 % of the total hydrocarbon production). Net traded production of about 81 billion...»

Synopsis abstract : «International gas dimension.. Liberalizing EU energy sector.. Problem statement.. The European gas market.. The competitors.. Short run: Pipelines project.. Recommendations.....»

Salon Vivez Nature: Trade Show of biological agriculture and natural products

Science & technology   |   Biology   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «What is a biological product? A product is considered biological when the producer did not use any pesticide, chemical weedkiller or fertilizer of synthesis. The biological farmers rather use natural manures, original seeds and cultivate the ground...»

Synopsis abstract : «Information.. Presentation of sector.. Commentary on the exhibitors.. Summary of an interview.. Personal conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

The relationship the Finnish have with nature

Political science   |   Ecology & environment   |   Presentation   |   01/19/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Talking about Finland without mentioning the nature is like forgetting more than 188.000 sparkling lakes, putting away the dense forest and woodland areas fully covering 76 percent of the nation (27 in France), the lung and the pride of any Finnish....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Every day life.. The name of locations.. The family names.. Education.. Work related to nature.. To face nature.. Problems with the snow and ice on the road.. Problems with the lack of light.. Spare time.. Parks and nature...»

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