Caroll Paris

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The main purpose of the present report is to design a marketing plan for the French 'fashion house' Caroll who is aiming to enter the growing 'middle market' in China. In order to design an appropriate marketing plan, several steps have to be taken....»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Caroll's presentation. Mission. Culture. Strategy. Objectives. The China market. Country risk. Chinese consumers. China's textile market. Competition analysis. Strategic plan . SWOT analysis. Key opportunities and issues. Porter's five...»

Six feet of the country, by Nadine Gordimer

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Presentation   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «How does Nadine Gordimer denounce Apartheid in this short story? Judging from this text, do you think she uses literature as a political weapon? In "Six Feet of the Country", a short story written in 1956, the South-African white author Nadine...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The narrator and his wife . The non racist attitude of the white couple. The feeling of inferiority of the black servants. The subject of the story used by Nadine Gordimer to denounce the cruelty and the absurdity . Conclu...»

Major trends in the domestic mid - sized car industry in India

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Theses   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   38 pages
Document abstract : «The global automobile industry is undergoing dramatic change in recent times. There has been enormous consolidation, both amongst vehicle manufacturers and component vendors to achieve economies of scale product synergies and strong and presence. By...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. An overview of Indian automobile industry. Company profile: Daewoo Motors India. Company profile: Hyundai Motors India. Company profile: Ford India. Company profile: Fiat India. Company profile: Hindustan Motors (Mitsubishi). Company...»

The power of eminent domain in the United States of America

Law & contracts   |   Constitutional law   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Since its self-declared independence in 1776, the United States of America has always shown its will to become a grand nation. To fulfill this dream and set itself up as one of the greatest powers in a various domains on the international scale, it...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Expropriation: Definition and parties. The expropriation process. The means against expropriation. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

McIntyre, W. David. British Decolonization: "When, why and how did the British Empire fall?"

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «In this book David McIntyre, Professor of History at the University of Canterbury, gives a detailed account of a most important episode of British and global history, that is the fall of the British Empire. The decolonization process that took place...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The first phase: The Dominion model. The second phase: Why did the British Empire fall. Considering the global dimension. The colonial dimension and the situation in the colonies . Conclusion....»

Montblanc in China

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The Montblanc Company is going to open a new subsidiary in China. I have just been promoted to be the manager of this new subsidiary in China and to design a strategic plan for the Montblanc Company. I am aware that it is a particular market and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Presentation of the Montblanc Company . Short history . Montblanc's products. Montblanc's objectives . Presentation of China . Economic summary of the country. The China's market and the Chinese customers. Country risk . The luxury...»

Occidentalism, the redefinition of a concept in the discourse of international culture

Philosophy & literature   |   Humanities/philosophy   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Occidentalism can exist and develop only in relation to its pre-existing coefficient, orientalism" . Indeed, there exists a dichotomy between these two concepts. It refers to the description of the World and its organization. Therefore, an analysis...»

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Managing customer relationship and their financial aspects: Standard Chartered India

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Indian project   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   33 pages
Document abstract : «The objective of the project was to study the choice criteria to decide upon a bank for savings account and accordingly prepare the competitive update, i.e. Standard chartered VS other private banks to facilitate sales. The nature of the project...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary. Project objective. Introduction . History. About the product. About services. Theoretical background. Research methodology. Rational. Research questions. Findings and analysis. Savings account &...»

How does a rational investor build the optimal portfolio? Should international securities be added to that?

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The modern portfolio theory was introduced by Harry Markowitz with the publication of his paper "Portfolio Selection" in the Journal of Finance in 1959 and is called Markowitz portfolio theory (MPT). It is now the major guidance for portfolio...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Rational investor thinking. The theory. Hedging demands . Conclusion. Bibliography....»

The Asian cosmetics market: The "Looks.com" case study

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «By the way of listing its products for sale on the website LOOKS.COM, a manufacturer will get various advantages, and also some disadvantages. Obviously, the aim for LOOKS.COM is that the advantages overcome the drawbacks, so that the manufacturer...»

Synopsis abstract : «Questions. The advantages and disadvantages for a manufacturer listing its products for sale on looks.com. The effectiveness of Robbie Jessel's plan to position LOOKS.COM as a duty free retailer . How would you approach manufacturers and...»

The Jews and the passion

Philosophy & literature   |   Humanities/philosophy   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «The Passion narratives must be understood through the Jewish historical experience, religious tradition and, above all, holy scripture. It is crucial to remember that the Passion story, considered as the birth of Christianism, is very linked to the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The main question . The Christian scholar Raymond E. Brown . Conclusion....»

Literature review: Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Customer relationship management has been defined in many ways. Metagroep defines CRM as 'the automation of horizontally integrated business processes involving front office customer contact points (marketing, sales, service and support) via...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Building a good customer relationship. Organizing and managing the contact cycle . Building a successful CRM system in China . Research on relationship marketing . Conclusion. Bibliography....»

The paradox of American democracy (Chap. 1), by John B. Judis

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «John B. Judis is a senior editor at The New Republic, where he is working since 1982. He graduated at the University of California at Berkeley in 1965 and taught philosophy there later on. He was an active leftist activist during the 60es and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction . Voters and parties . Interests groups. Elites. The role of government. Conclusion ....»

Reading note on Kant's perpetual peace

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Immanuel Kant was born in Königsberg, Prussia in 1724. He studied philosophy, mathematics and physics at the University of Königsberg, and became a renowned teacher and scholar thanks to his works on reason, knowledge and judgment. Indeed, he...»

Synopsis abstract : «Author and context. Sum up. Putting an end to war. Declaring peace. Establishing peace. A utopian project?. Conclusion....»

Game theory: Negotiation

Science & technology   |   Math   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Investigate the use of game theory in negotiation. What are some of the ways it might be used? How is it a more effective method for producing a good outcome for a negotiator than more traditional methods? In our case, we have to imagine a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Discussing the 'game theory'. A framework for an ever rapidly changing world. The prisoner's dilemma concept. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Côte d'Ivoire and the ONUCI

Law & contracts   |   Administrative law   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «Located in the western part of Africa, notably surrounded by Liberia, Mali, Burkina Faso, Guinea and Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire constitutes an isolated case in the African History of the twentieth century. Indeed, considered as a model of African success...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Development indicators and general economic data on the Ivory Coast. A historical approach of Cote d'Ivoire from the colonization to 2006. Missions of the ONUCI. Efficiency of the ONUCI. Conclusion. Bib...»

Essay on the national liberation struggle in mozambique

Philosophy & literature   |   Humanities/philosophy   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Mozambique is, in the early 20th century, a very heterogeneous country. Without any linguistic, cultural or ethnic harmony, the only point that is common all over this southern African country turns out to be the Portuguese colonial power. However,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The rise of nationalism in Mozambique . From the colonization to the Portugal of Salazar. The creation of FRELIMO. The place of socialist discourses within the Mozambican nationalist discourse . FRELIMO's difficulties to conceptualize...»

Walter Ong, orality and literacy

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : «Walter Wong's Orality and Literacy provides the reader, who by definition is a member of the literate world, with insights into the rich oral cultures that spawned the chirographic (writing) and the typographic (print) cultures that followed. In a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Oral and literate cultures: The evolution of the narrative. The technology of writing. The impacts of print-culture. Conclusion....»

The democratic deficit of the EU and the European political integration from a French perspective

Political science   |   European union   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   14 pages
Document abstract : «The European construction has always evolved through crisis and this is probably due to its ambitious project and nature. However, it worked successfully until today because it has been occurring through a "step by step process", to quote the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. EU at a turning point: New challenges and reflections about its future. The decline of neo-functionalism: A 'global turbulence'. The importance of current EU-linked issues implying stronger democratic requirements. Flexibility: A...»

Why did the British leave India in 1947?

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «The independence of India in August 1947 was the result of a long process which started after the First World War. Indeed in 1919 Parliament had passed the Government of India Act which was designed to organize provincial governments in India. Then,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Why did Britain give India independence in 1947? . British Prime Minister Attlee and the Viceroy Lord Wavell. Attlee's clear-sightedness. The confrontation between Hindus and Muslims . The year 1947 and the Cold War. Co...»

Importаnce of GАTT аnd WTO for internаtionаl trаde

Political science   |   International relations   |   Presentation   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The World Trade Organization (WTO) hаs become the organization of excellence for dealing with international trade. The transformation of the Generаl Аgreement on Tаriffs аnd Trаde (GАTT) to WTO wаs...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The G?TT. principles of the G?TT . The Most F?voured N?tion (MFN) cl?use. Complementing the MFN cl?use. Tr?nsp?rency. Reduction of duties for tr?de . The l?test G?TT negoti?tions. The WTO . The liber?liz?tion process...»

The impacts of the common agricultural policy (CAP) in France

Law & contracts   |   Administrative law   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «The CAP is often considered as a debate of the specialists since this is a very complex and technical topic, but nowadays there is a huge public debate on this policy which is one of the most important European policy and also one of the most...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. 1962-1992: Productivism . Origins and evolutions of the CAP. Positive economic impacts of the CAP in France from 1962 to 1992. A transfer from agriculture to industry. An improvement of the living condition for the agricultural...»

Marketing plan for Lora Hart Stress consultant

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «Proposal for firm's mission statement: To provide quality consulting and life-balancing programs and initiatives to law enforcement agencies and individuals in order to help them achieve their career objectives in a healthy manner and environment....»

Synopsis abstract : «Proposal for firm's mission statement. External environment. Opportunity in British market. Law enforcement and prison guards. Law enforcement: Not a 'trend'. Swot analysis. Opportunities and threats. Strengths and weaknesses. Developping and...»

A construction project: The Millau Viaduct

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   17 pages
Document abstract : «The project of a viaduct over the Tarn Valley and the city of Millau in Southern France was a major issue for many years among the French population and the Ministry of Transport. It aimed at providing a solution for the severe traffic jam that...»

Synopsis abstract : «Summary. Introduction. Presentation of the project. Project background: motivations for its implementation. Millau viaduct: A challenge. The Pre-Construction and Planning Stage. Construction stage . Completion of the project . Resources needed and...»

Business communication: Vivendi

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Vivendi is a worldwide company with a large portfolio of products and services. The company is divided into business units like environment and of course the core activity that we will interest us: the Video Games industry. The market knows an...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary . Introduction. Why Vivendi should investing in Activision. The Activision brand. Activision: Its mission statement. Market analysis. Marketing strategy. Marketing strategy from Vivendi. Marketing strategy from Activision. Goals of...»

The European neighborhood policy

Political science   |   European union   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «In this essay I will deal with the European Neighborhood Policy, through a general overview of what this policy consists in. The most useful source that was used to elaborate on this subject is the website of the European Commission, which is one of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Definition of the European Neighborhood Policy. The countries part of the European Neighborhood Policy. The instruments of the European Neighborhood Policy. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Ambivalent London: "Match Point", Woody Allen

Arts & media   |   Film studies   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Match Point is a movie which was directed by Woody Allen in 2004. It was shot in London. This movie tells the story of Chris, a man looking for a new life. Throughout the movie he seems to find it. As a coach in a private tennis club, he becomes...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The movie's main characters' ambivalence. Chris. Nola. The Hewett family. The ambivalence of London. The Londoner aristocracy . London to the XX century. Conclusion....»

"I.O.U. The debt threat and why we must defuse it", Noreena Hertz

Philosophy & literature   |   Literature   |   Book review   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «NOREENA HERTZ is a British economist who teaches political economy at the University Of Utrecht, Netherlands. Her last book is I.O.U. The debt threat. In this book, she talks about Bono, the lead singer of U2 (real name Paul Hewson), who will...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Geopolitical aspects . Economic and financial aspects. Institutional aspects . Conclusion....»

Comment on the article "Can India fly?", from The Economist n 8480, 2006

Arts & media   |   Journalism   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «"Indian Business has much to celebrate", says the author of the article "can India fly?-now for the hard part", published in the june 3rd 2006 edition of The Economist. India has been recently swept by great optimism, thanks to its phenomenal...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. India's unique business model. The benefits of comparative advantages. India: A rising power. Conclusion....»

The Indian Ocean in Eurasian and African world-systems before the 16th century, Philippe Beaujard

History & geography   |   Medieval history   |   Term papers   |   05/07/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Philippe Soller used to say that the beauty of conciseness is that it allows us to transmit, guiltlessly, only commonly accepted truths. I am afraid I will have to show, very concisely, how innovating and dissenter is the study of Philippe Beaujard...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The Indian ocean. Mere trade does not make a system: The complex relationship between systemic entities. Knowing the whole by knowing the parts: The systemic approach. A new organization of our thinking: The transdisciplinary...»

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