Moneygram International: Case study of a fund transfer company

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Moneygram Company was founded in 1940. Initially, the company was named Traveler's Express Company. In 1998, it acquired Moneygram Payment systems Inc (a company specialized in transfers of money) and then changed its name to Money gram...»

Synopsis abstract : «Presentation of the company. Introduction: An overview of the company's activity. Marketing portfolio. Movements of money . The team. Marketing and brand strategy . Financial analysis. 'Intangible' factors that have an impact on the stock...»

The situation of the French energy market within the European Union: Case study

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Since its conception, the EU has been aware of the importance of energy issues. The European Coal and Steel Community (ECSC), formally established in 1951 by the Treaty of Paris, served as the European Atomic Energy Community (EURATOM) as the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. European energy industry: A new framework. The energy markets liberalization. EU enlargement and the trans-European energy network. The impact of environmental issues. The positive role of the European central bank. Structural analysis...»

Dividend policy irrelevance

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Depending on its life cycle and strategy, a firm has different financial needs. These financial needs could be fulfilled by internal or external resources. The sources of internal financing is cash flows. External financing could be debt and/or...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The factors affecting dividends payments. The link between a firm's dividends policy and its life cycle stage . The impact of the tax rate. The corporate control effects. The dividends policy irrelevance. Conditions of validity. A...»

China and the Western media

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «It's an open secret that the western media will always reflect in negative light what is regarded as unfriendly or threatening by the Western world. It appears that China finds itself in this position. But while it's true that China's media sources...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Identifying a biased Western media. Chinese netizens vs. Western media: The use of misleading images on the Tibetan protests. Demonization: Fear of China. A biased discourse over common international issues. Understanding China's view...»

Martin's case

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   2 pages
Document abstract : «It was Sunday afternoon, Martin and his best friend Jonathan was on their way to watch their favorite rugby team, Leeds Rhinos play in the Super League Final. Unfortunately, Martin lost his ticket and was not allowed into the stadium. So, Martin...»

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Golden Moments Group Limited

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Golden Moments Group Limited is an international operating supplier of "unique experiences". The company was founded in 1998 in the United Kingdom by the twin brothers Steve and Paul Cheatle. After that it has grown by introducing the concept on new...»

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Examine critically the advantages of a culturally diverse workplace in a global business world: Essay

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Today the business world is becoming global. The interaction between countries and ventures, all around the world. Multinational companies have never been this important or powerful. Because of the augmentation of the interaction between different...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Advantages of a culturally diverse workplace. Source of competitiveness in global business. Difficulties bound to cultural diversity. Avoid cultural gaps. How to manage these difficulties. Hofstede analysis. Trompenaars' cultural...»

Business plan for product innovation: The Big Bip Company

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «A problem statement is a clear concise description of the issue that needs to be addressed by a problem solving team and should be presented to them (or created by them) before they try to solve the problem. When bringing together a team to achieve...»

Synopsis abstract : «Problem statement. Business description. Sales revenue forecast. Profit and loss forecast. Capital spending plan. Cash flow forecast. Marketing plan. Supporting documents. The risks faced by the business. Conclusion....»

Quick: Risk management analysis

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   13 pages
Document abstract : «Quick is the largest European chain of fast service restaurants. But if we compare quickly with its main competitors - Mc Donald's and Burger King - we could say its major risk is to be eaten by those two "big burgers". This report is going to treat...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary. Introduction. Program risk management . Planning goals. Organizing/purpose. Risk analysis. Descriptive analysis. Solution analysis . Solution 1. Solution 2. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

Pages Jaunes group

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «The consolidated balance sheet indicates that the Pages Jaunes Group has 56,129 thousand euros of share capital and 98,676 thousand euros of issue premium. The share capital is composed of 280,644,450 common stocks (ordinary stocks) each with a par...»

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Explanation of the factors that might influence an entrepreneur's decision to start up another new venture following the failure of their business

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : «Each year in the United Kingdom over 300 000 businesses have set up, and 300 000 have closed down. Half of these new businesses cease trading within three years of being created, lowering small businesses average life down to five years. Among the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Factors encouraging entrepreneurs to set up a new venture . The principal push factor . The constraint of employment. Conclusion. Bibliography....»

The sub-prime loans crisis and the recent turbulences in the credit markets (2008)

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Presentation   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The Russian economist Kondratiev has shown, in his theory of the cycles that in the economical life periods of economical recession followed periods of growth, and then followed by another period of growth, in an infinite cycle. The start point of...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The principles, the causes and the effects of the subprime loans crisis. The central concepts of the subprime loans crisis. The beginning of the crisis, in the real estate market and the banking system. The extension toward financial...»

Chronodrive.com

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «Chronodrive is a company which mainly deal food and hygiene products. It aims at supplying necessary products for families with children. The special feature of the company is that they use the internet to sell its products. Effectively 98% of the...»

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The Chinese banking system

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «The Central Bank is the only monetary policy-making and policy-executing entity in the Republic of China. Its organization structure is split into two independent entities: The decision-making body and the decision-executing body. The...»

Synopsis abstract : «Organization. The board of directors . The board of supervisors . Governor and deputy governors. Tasks of the Central Bank. Current monetary policy (include study of the FX market). Strengths and weaknesses (including analysis of the bad loan...»

Does culture need to be protected from the effects of globalization? An essay with the French example

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   25 pages
Document abstract : «Today the word « Globalization » is on everybody's lips. From the company who goes abroad because of cheaper costs to the "junky food" that we like to eat, Globalization seems to be the perfect scapegoat for every international phenomenon....»

Synopsis abstract : «Abstract. Introduction. Methodology. Setting up a literature review. The research methodology. Why a questionnaire?. Limits of this solution. Litterature review. Definitions. International business and globalization. Trading as a beginning. Cultural...»

The Chinese motorcycle industry

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The motorcycle industry in China was born in the 1950's, with the foundation of the Beijing Motorcycle Factory. Today, China is the largest producer in the world, accounting for nearly half of the world's total production. The first Chinese...»

Synopsis abstract : «General features of the Chinese motorcycle industry. The main problem, the counterfeiting, and its consequences. Description. Consequences. Solution. Chinese industry and the Asian market. Conclusion....»

Managing an integrated supply chain: Report on site visit Lyon Terminal

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Lyon Terminal is a public limited company and specializes in port handling and heavy lifts, which was created in 1993 and located at the port of Lyon, Edouard Herriot. It is a subsidiary of Compagnie Nationale du Rhône (CNR) who owns 64.08% of the...»

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French economy - Forecast 2008

Economics & finance   |   Economics   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «Present-day world economy appears to be facing some serious challenges in sustaining its past robust growth. The credit crunch in the United States of America, as well as the United States dollar decline and high oil prices represent massive threats...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Economic context. International environment. Domestic environment. The real economy. Contribution to real GDP growth. The interest rate, wages, prices, unemployment. Conclusion. Appendices....»

Case study: Spectris

Economics & finance   |   Finance   |   Case study   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «Spectris is a leading supplier of precision instrumentation and controls. It employs 6,000 employees in its 14 business units. It has a wide range of core technology and their products help customers improve product quality and performance,...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Company overview. Strategy. Objective. Ratios. Profitability. Operating cycle. Liquidity/solvency. Investor ratio. Conclusion . Annexes....»

Feminism in France and in the US: A comparison

Social studies   |   Sociology   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   11 pages
Document abstract : «In 1991, the American feminist movement was revived by the Anita Hill-Clarence Thomas case. In the same year, Clarence Thomas, a Supreme Court nominee was accused a few days before his appointment of sexual harassment by one of his former...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. French feminism and American feminism in the 19th century: The fight for women's suffrage. Second-wave feminism: Other fights, increasing differences. The come-back of feminism: New women for new battles. The organization: Independent...»

A focus on Russia in terms of managerial practices versus France

Business & market   |   Management   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Russia represents a good economic potential, investors and firms that are more and more attracted by the country as well as hydrocarbons, which are the first factor of export of the country. For both exports and imports; economic, social political...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The future of Russia in the business world . Russian corporate culture: A model. Russian behaviors: A view from European people . A study on a...»

Business ethics, my dilemma: Cosmetic testing on animals

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Cosmetics are used daily by millions of people, and include a vast range of products such as shampoo, makeup, moisturizer, perfume, etc. Approximately 38,000 animals are used every year across the EU to test new ingredients and products. And in the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Dilemma description. Cosmetic testing on animals. The two main tests: Draize Test and LD 50. The possible alternatives. Stakeholder map. Ethical discussion. The advantages of the cosmetic animal testing. The disadvantages of the...»

Importance of patterns for managing companies, study of the product life cycle

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : «The best way to manage a company is to be competitive. The competition is growing due to the globalization, which has caused the arrival of so many new emerging markets such as China. This is why companies are looking for an efficient management...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The use of models in strategic management. Definition of a model. What is strategic management?. Challenge for senior executives. Influence of models for senior executive's decision-making. Description of the Product Life...»

Mary Kay cosmetics: Asian market entry

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «Mary Kay Cosmetics (MKC) is an American company that deals directly with selling of cosmetics and toiletries products. It has existed for 15 years since 1992. It is implanted in 21 countries and planning to market 4 or 5 new markets. It is a...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Description of the problems the company is facing: What is the issue here?. Why are these problems surfacing in the firm?. Environmental circumstances and extern explanations. The external perception of the brand declines. An intern...»

Universal Asynchronous Receiver and Transmitter (UART) (17 slides)

Science & technology   |   Electronics   |   Presentation   |   05/12/2009   |   .ppt   |   5 slides
Document abstract : «Serial communications is the process of sending data one bit at one time, sequentially, over a communication channel or computer bus. Serial communications is used for all long haul communications and most computer networks, where the cost of cable...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Serial communication . Baud rate . Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter (UART). Features of UART. A block schematic of the UART transmitter. UART Control Register: UCR. Block diagram of the UART receiver. UBRR settings at...»

Harley Davidson case study

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Case study   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : «Harley Davidson, more than a simple motorcycle brand, is a real religion, with its fervent passionate riders. Talking about Harley Davidson, it's talking about a living myth, about a strong community sharing American values such as patriotism and...»

Synopsis abstract : «Executive summary . The Harley Davidson spirit. Harley Davidson brand culture. The brand's image. Brand identity dimensions. The consumers. The Posse Ride issue. What is the Posse Ride?. The Posse Ride SWOT. Its competitive environment. Its...»

Competitive environment analysis: H&M

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   8 pages
Document abstract : «We chose to write our report about H&M for many different reasons. First of all, even if we focus on the French market, the fact that H&M is a global brand, operating from nearly everywhere in the world, both made us sure that we would have to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Presentation of the brand. Environment. PESTEL analysis. Porter's Five Forces analysis. The threat of substitutes. The power of suppliers. The power of buyers. Strategic options. Generic strategy. Value chain. Competitive...»

www.DreamShare.com : "The place to share your dreams

Business & market   |   Business strategy   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   7 pages
Document abstract : «Globally our concept is quite similar to the one of our competitors (Myspace, Facebook etc), so in the way we are a community Website. However, we propose one main innovation: the travel dimension. That is our USP. We are unique because we link the...»

Synopsis abstract : «Concept . Content. Main page. Personal page. Site map. Primary navigation. Secondary navigation. Target. Advertising actions. Banner. First idea. Second idea. Third idea. Fourth idea. Viral campaign....»

Should the company treat the world as one marketplace, approached with standardized brand marketing, or make local brand adaptations?

Business & market   |   Marketing   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : «Since the beginning of the twentieth century, brands have existed in individual countries but it's a new phenomenon in international marketing. According to Bradley (2002), "many features of a brand already successful in a domestic market may be...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Brand theory. Definition. The core concept. The brand execution. International branding: environment factors. Socio-cultural barrier. Legal barrier. Economic barrier. Brand planning & strategies. Brand standardization. Adaptation...»

What is the impact of Human Resources in the success of the Taiwanese high-tech industry?

Business & market   |   Human resources   |   Term papers   |   05/12/2009   |   .doc   |   6 pages
Document abstract : «The Taiwanese economy has always remained strong in the Asia Pacific region, despite the Asian Financial Crisis in 1997. The high-tech industry in particular has not only survived, but also prospered during the Asian crisis. The economy has also to...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The role of the government in the development of the high-tech industry . The role of the government in education in Taiwan. University-industry linkage. Taiwanese companies promoting new human resources management . The case of big...»

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