Violence against Aboriginal women

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Violence against women is a persistent and ongoing problem in Canada and around the world. It affects women's social and economic equality, physical and mental health, well-being and economic security. The effects of domestic violence are...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Aboriginal women in Canada.. Literature review.. Who Is Most at Risk for Intimate Partner Violence? A Canadian Population-Based Study.. The paper The Normative Protection of Women from Violence by Richard B. Felson.. The article The...»

Is perception based on unconscious inferences?

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Perception and awareness of our surroundings are things we continually take for granted and without these abilities it would be impossible to navigate our way safely round our environment. Roth (1986) described perception as, "The means by which...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The fact that we perceive a 3 dimensional world from a 2 dimensional image.. System break down.. Constructivist approach and the idea of perception.. Gibson: Ecological approach to perception.. Gibson's...»

To what extent is competition between social groups a necessary condition for inter-group discrimination?

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Discrimination is a highly contentious issue in our contemporary society, and is still not a thoroughly understood phenomenon, despite extensive and illuminating psychological research. The question acknowledges that there is a place for competition...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The basic procedure of the series of experiments.. The good sportsmanship displayed by the Eagles.. The summer camp studies.. The contrast between Sherif and Tajfel.. Conclusion.. Bibliography.....»

Old age and death are taboo subjects in contemporary western culture

Social studies   |   Sociology   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «It may be useful to first define the two main terms that will be studied. The first term is death; the Collins Dictionary defines death as the 'end of life'. Clinically this defined as there is a lack of heartbeat and breathing along with lack of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Dr Elisabeth Kubler-Ross: 5 emotional stages of dying. . Denial.. Anger.. Bargaining.. Depression.. Acceptance. . Religious belief in contemporary western society.. Life and death in the Himalayan region.. Funerals and mourning in the...»

Stereotypes are always inaccurate

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Does a person's view of the qualities that members of particular groups have, reflect the reality of life, or are errors being made when groups and behaviours are observed? A definition of stereotypes with the fewest constraining assumptions is that...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Stereotype accuracy.. Evaluation of the kernel of truth approach.. Illusory correlation.. Evaluation of the illusory correlation.. Cognitive miser.. Stereotype accuracy.. Self-categorisation theory (SCT).. Stereotype...»

Can Gilligan's claim that women have a distinctive moral voice be justified?

Social studies   |   Psychology   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Women have traditionally been viewed as carers and nurturers. Is this fair today? Is the reality slightly different to that? Do women have a distinctive moral perspective at all? Is o, what does it amount too? Questions such as these will be...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Gilligan's model.. The crux of Gilligan's argument.. 'Different voice' of feminine morality.. The notion of a moral language utilized by women.. Gilligan's model and Kohlberg's model.. Criticism for Gilligan's...»

What is ‘Postmodernism’?

Social studies   |   Sociology   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The term 'postmodernism' is a somewhat elusive one for it does not constitute an ideology, such as Marxism or liberalism, nor, as Callum Brown argues, is it a 'state of government or economy…[or even] a coherent set of beliefs' . However,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Postmodernism.. Major fundamental principle.. Evolution.. The real leap between poststructuralism and postmodernism.. The concept of sign and semiotic theory in postmodernism.. The semiotic application in history.. The product of all...»

A feminist perspective on climate change issues

Social studies   |   Sociology   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Climate change has emerged over the last thirty years as one of the major issues in international politics. It is now generally accepted that greenhouse gases emissions are contributing to a process of global warming which is leading to an increased...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. A key problem.. Research on men's and women's differing experiences of natural disasters.. Women who are dependent on the land.. Report on Asian Development Bank.. Cultural feminists like Carole Gilligan.. The proportion of women...»

The strategic alliance between Avebe and Noveon that failed to achieve its objectives

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Today organizations operate in a global environment that is characterized by changing economies of scale, technological superiority and instability. Thus it is very difficult for the companies to survive on their own and fulfil their global...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The strategic alliance between Avebe and Noveon.. Three categories of strategic alliances.. Equity alliance.. Joint venture.. Non-equity alliance.. Stages in the development of the strategic alliance.. Formation stage.. Operation...»

A study of the power press

Science & technology   |   Physics & chemistry   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   17 pages
Document abstract : «Press is a tool used to work on sheet metal to convert its shape to the required item. Power presses are used for producing large quantities of components quickly, accurately and economically from the cold working of mild steel and other ductile...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. The power press.. Components of the press.. Major components.. Methods of classifying the press.. According to the force of power.. According to the number of rams and slides.. According to the mechanism of the power...»

Affluent youth rebellion in the 1960s

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «The decade of the 1960s was a tumultuous time for universities and the students that occupied them. It was a time of changing values, gone were the days of the Old Communist Left of the decades prior, and arrived was the movement of the New Left. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The students of these times.. Seeing the 'American values' they held so dear: Rhetoric being espoused by people.. New breed of the New Left.. The student rebellion of the 1960's.. The baby-boom generation.. The New Left movement:...»

The role played by Human Resources and their contribution in the success of Merger and Acquisitions. Case study: Tata -Corus

Business & market   |   Human resources   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   45 pages
Document abstract : «Tata-Corus, Arcelor-Mittal, Daimler-Chrysler, America online- Time Warner. The phenomenon of Merger and Acquisition has proved to be a very popular means for organizations to achieve growth and promote strategic change, especially during the last...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. Background.. Case company.. Research question.. Outlines of the research.. Literature review.. Recent trends in merger & acquisition activity.. Motives behind merger and acquisitions.. Why mergers and acquisitions...»

The impact of foreign institutional investors on the Mumbai (Bombay) Stock Exchange: A case study

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Case study   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   47 pages
Document abstract : «To aid foreign private capital flows in form of Foreign Institutional Investors developing countries were advised by World Bank to develop their stock markets. It was suggested that these investments would help the stock markets directly through...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract.. Introduction.. Background.. Overview of the Indian economy.. Indian growth.. Development of Indian stock markets.. National stock exchange India.. Case study.. Literature review.. Foreign institutional investors in India.. Annual report...»

Management in Semco

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Semco is one of the most interesting companies of the modern century, where there are no time clocks, job titles, security check and receptionists. It is one company where people unanimously decide who their bosses will be, their salary etc. Semco...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Background to Semco.. Study approach.. Semco's organization design.. Similarities and differences with conventional theories.. Perceived effectiveness.. Differences between Semco and traditional HRM...»

Study and analysis of the impact of implementing ERP solutions on large industries

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   38 pages
Document abstract : «Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems are the most ambitious, sophisticated use of information technology (IT) by businesses to date. Managers must compare the massive investments of resources and time to be committed to an ERP implementation...»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract. Introduction. Evolution of ERP. About ERP systems. Model layer of ERP. Case study. Literature review. Definition of ERP. Features of ERP systems. Modules. Functions of ERP. Impact of implementation. Benefits and limitations. ERP...»

Strategic management with reference to BritCo Hotels

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Recent studies in the field of strategic management indicate that there is а lack of knowledge on strategy implementation and therefore, the managers cannot achieve the set targets in order to implement а strategic plan although they do...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Strategy development.. Strategic change.. Strategic implementation and scanning.. Barriers in implementation.. A case study.. Case study: The yield management project (YMP) in BritCo Hotels.. Strategic implementation...»

The notion that strategy is independent of the details of running an organization: The great fallacy of conventional management

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Defining strategy is a challenging thing to do but the characteristics of strategy can be summed up in the following definition, "A strategy is the set of actions through which an organisation, by accident or design, develops and uses them to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. What is strategy?. Components of a good strategy.. What is strategic management?. The strategy making process : Conventional management approach.. Levels of strategy in an organisation.. Strategic decision-making.. Characteristics of...»

Analysis of risk and return of mutual fund schemes at Standard Chartered Mutual Funds

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Theses   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   34 pages
Document abstract : «Balancing of funds which includes issuing & collecting of funds in any economy is very important. There are many financial products in india, not only for balancing but also to provide liquidity for ideal capital, such as bank deposits, NSS savings,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Mutual funds.. Introduction.. Introduction to mutual funds.. History of mutual funds.. Setup of mutual funds.. Characteristics of mutual funds.. Types of mutual funds schemes.. Taxation in mutual funds.. Briefly benefits of mutual funds.. Mutual...»

Consumer Protection Act of India: When the consumer is a king

Law & contracts   |   Other law subjects   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   31 pages
Document abstract : «A consumer is a user of goods and services. Any person paying for goods and services which he uses is entitled to expect that the goods and services are of a nature and quality promised to him by the seller. The earlier principle of "Caveat...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction to the act.. Who is a consumer and who is not?. Important definitions.. Rights of consumer.. Redressal machinery under the act.. Consumer disputes redressal agencies.. Consumer protection council.. Complaints.. Who can file a...»

Advertisement and sales promotion with reference to Leo Labs IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd.

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Indian project   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   35 pages
Document abstract : «LeoLabs IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd. has built a reputation of delivering software and business management solutions that provide measurable results. It has been recognized as one of the fastest growing companies in Hyderabad, India. LeoLabs growth can...»

Synopsis abstract : «Company profile.. Theoretical perspective.. Marketing research on new product development.. Objective and scope.. Research methodology.. Limitations.. Analysis and interpretatio...»

Employee training

Business & market   |   Human resources   |   Theses   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   46 pages
Document abstract : «Every organization needs to have well trained an experience people to perform the activities that have to be done. If the current or potential job occupants and meet this requirement, training is not important. But when this is not case, it is...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Importance of training.. Training objectives.. Induction to training.. Training and development.. Benefits of training.. Benefits to the organization.. Benefits to the individuals.. Training methods.. On-the-job training...»

Mutual funds in India

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   41 pages
Document abstract : «A Mutual Fund is a trust that pools the savings of a number of investors who share a common financial goal. The money thus collected is then invested in capital market instruments such as shares, debentures and other securities. The income earned...»

Synopsis abstract : «Chapter 1.. Introduction.. Need for the study.. Objectives of the study.. Methodology.. Scope of the study.. Limitations of the study.. Chapter 2.. Profile of the industry.. Profile of the company.. Chapter 3.. Topic of the study.. Chapter 4.. Data...»

Working capital and ratio analysis: BHEL Hyderabad

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Indian project   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   60 pages
Document abstract : «GROWTH : To ensure a steady growth by enhancing the competitive edge of BHEL in existing business, new areas and international operation so as to fulfill national expectations from BHEL. PROFITABILITY: To provide a reasonable and adequate return...»

Synopsis abstract : «Company profile.. Mission.. Vision.. Value.. Objectives.. SWOT analysis.. Product profile.. Working capital theory.. Reasons for using working capital.. Issues in working capital.. Risk return trade off.. Cash management.. Working capital...»

India Infoline

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Indian project   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   44 pages
Document abstract : «In the year 1995 a group of professionals formed a company called Probity Research & Services Pvt Ltd at circa. The name was later changed to India Infoline. The main objective of this company is to provide unbiased and independent...»

Synopsis abstract : «Company profile. India Infoline key milestones.. Financial services: The sunrise industry.. Financial services.. Intermediary.. Future of financial services.. India Infiline today.. Vision of India Infoline.. Service.. Ethics and...»

Commodity futures market

Science & technology   |   Electronics   |   Theses   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   40 pages
Document abstract : «India has a long history of commodity futures trading, extending over 125 years. Still, such trading was interrupted suddenly since the mid seventies in the fond hope of ushering in an elusive socialistic pattern of society. As the country embarked...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. What is a 'Commodity'?. How the futures market came about.. The meaning of futures market.. Salient features of a 'Commofity futures contract'.. The main difference between the physical and futures market.. Basics of futures...»

Portfolio management

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Indian project   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   42 pages
Document abstract : «The financial market plays a crucial role in the economic development of the country by facilitating the allocation of scarce resources. The allocation function of financial market essentially involves the allocation of resources. One of the proper...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. What is portfolio management?. Meaning and definition of portfolio management.. Need and importance.. Objectives.. Scope of the study.. Primary data.. Secondary data.. Limitations.. Industry profile.. What is insurance?. Insurance...»

Indian financial market

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Theses   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   56 pages
Document abstract : «The function of financial market is to facilitate the transfer of funds, from surplus sector (lenders) to deficit sector (borrower). Normally householders have excess of funds or saving, which they lend to a borrower in the corporate and public...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Capital market.. Secondary market.. Capital market intermediaries.. Other intermediaries.. Instruments.. Capital market processes.. Need for the study.. Trading methodology.. Significance of the study.. Scope of the study.. Data...»

Study and analysis of extrusion processes

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   29 pages
Document abstract : «Today most of the industries use this Extrusion process, for manufacturing of different components. In this process a block of metal is reduced in cross section by forcing it through a die orifice under high pressure. In general, extrusion is used...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Types of extrusion.. Direct (forward) extrusion.. Indirect (reverse, inverted or backward) extrusion.. Hydrostatic extrusion.. Impact extrusion.. Polymer extrusion (Screw type).. Classification based on temperature.. Hot...»

Performance appraisal

Business & market   |   Human resources   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   29 pages
Document abstract : «An organization's goals can be achieved when people put in their best effort. Employee assessment is one of the fundamental jobs of HRM, but not an easily on though, unless we know the strengths and weakness of the employee and speed by the area of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Purpose of performance appraisal. Theoritical concept. Career planning and development and movement of employees. The appraiser. A paradigm shift in the performance appraisal concept. Process of evaluation. Methods for appraising...»

Financial analysis

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   03/05/2009   |   .doc   |   30 pages
Document abstract : «One of the most important techniques of financial analysis is a preparation of funds flow statement. It is the statement which portrays the changes in the financial position of an enterprise. Balance sheet and income statement do not present a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Meaning and introduction. Need and importance of funds flow statement. Profile of the industry. Problems faced. Export of the plastic goods. Prospects. Understanding important concepts. Concept of funds. Concept of flow. Concept of...»

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