Essays and Research Papers on Economics

This 7 page paper looks at the importance of monetary policy, particularly as it pertains to the United States. Several examples are noted. Specific information on transactions demand is provided. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 7 page paper which analyzes "The Communist Manifesto" by Marx and Engels and "Souls of Black Folk" by DuBois. The paper discusses economic injustice experienced by lower classes. No additional sources cited.

6 pages in length. To say that the potential impact of hoof-and-mouth disease upon international economy is staggering is to understate the severity of the current situation. Inasmuch as the only way to abate the fast-spreading livestock disease is to destroy the animal, the implied financial loss associated with the demise of thousands ...

A paper which takes the concept of insider and outsider cultures, as demonstrated by the relationship of mainstream society to minority groups, and looks at the way in which different groups within society work on an antagonistic model in order to define themselves against each other. The paper considers the association of language, art and ...

This 6 page paper considers the Singapore economy. The first part of the paper looks at the difference between Gross national product (GNP) and Gross Domestic Product (GDP) going on to consider which is the best measure of the economy for Singapore. The second part of the paper then looks at supply side economics applying ...

This 10 page paper takes a look at how marketing for e-businesses vary. Price discrimination is discussed along with monopoly theory. Several examples are provided. A chart is included. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

6 pages. In his book, Virtue of Prosperity by Dinesh D'souza, he explores what is really new in the so-called "new economy". This paper considers the major features of this new economy and explores what D'souza suggests as well as some of the ethical issues raised by these considerations. Bibliography lists 1 sources.

15 pages in length. Public opinion has a tendency to waver between obediently accepting and vehemently disapproving of presidential economic policies. While some thought that President Clinton's policies represented the fundamental contributions of his administration, others believed that the nation's economic situation only continued to worsen with him in office. George W. ...

8 pages. This paper looks at the problem of unemployment. It is a well known fact that unemployment causes a great deal of social distress and concern; as a result, the causes and consequences of unemployment have received the most attention in macroeconomic theory. Within this paper is a discussion of the problem itself, ...

This 5 page report discusses British economist, John Maynard Keynes (1883 - 1946) and his long-term impact on the ways in which modern capitalism was viewed during his lifetime and the ways in which economics, in general, have continued to be evaluated. His ideas regarding economic uncertainty, government intervention and capitalist economies are briefly discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing conditions at Bank One, the nation's fourth-largest bank and one with extensive presence in 14 states of the Midwest. The paper focuses on economic conditions and the relationship to Bank One's ability to attract and retain qualified employees. Based now in Chicago, Bank One pays tellers no better than does any other ...

This 5 page paper considers the policies adopted by Franklin D. Roosevelt when guiding the country out of the great depression and his use of the 'New Deal. The writer then compares the policies of Ronal Reagan when deal with the recession of his era to the Rooseveltian tactics that had proven successful in the ...

This 8 page paper considers the these two economic models. By explaining what they are and their operation, including diagrams, the paper determines which is best for the measurement of competition in an oligopoly. The writer also explains the advantages and problems with the models. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

This 6 page report discusses how the rise and fall of the stock market has an impact on spending. In any circumstance in which a particular stock rises or falls, it is important top consider a number of factors that have resulted in such fluctuations and the direct impact those factors have on a business, its products, and the how ...

This 6 page report discusses the economics of both socialism and capitalism and how they are unique in terms of ideologies, overall politics, and their long term impact on a nation and its people. Certainly, socialism as practiced by the Soviet Union was very different from that of the socialists of France. Likewise, capitalism in the United States is obviously ...

This 5 page paper concludes that economic determinism is the basis of Marxism. Marx and Engels's theories, as spelled out in the Communist Manifesto, are discussed in light of economics. Bibliography lists 1 source.

Corporate Strategy - Economists Jockey for Position: This 10-page essay examines some of the prevalent theories purported by economics professors, Oliver Williamson, Gary Hamel / C.K. Prahalad, and Michael Porter. Additionally, by way of example Microsoft’s corporate strategies are critically evaluated as they pertain to specific theories. The essence of strategic positioning is to ...

This 16 page paper looks at five questions of economics. The paper answers these questions concisely and accurately. The questions include the way the global economy works, the role of commercial banks, the impact of regulation on consumers, how inflation effects stock prices and the role of classical theory when considering interest rates. The bibliography ...

9 pages. The purpose of this paper is to consider the largest of the auto manufacturers and the fact that they are now focussing more on economies of scope rather than economies of scale. This is thoroughly discussed as to different automakers, their techniques of competition, as well as clear cut definitions of both economies of scope and economies ...

A 7 page paper. Protesters of globalization complain that it contributes to the destruction of local cultures and imposes not only American, but corporate values on the local populace. It seems that few consider the benefits of free trade and the manner in which it favors democracy over more controlling forms of government. While the philosophers ...

6 pages in length. The origin, nature and evolution of the two mainstream economic thoughts are included within this paper, those of John Maynard Keynes and Karl Marx, and the influence each had upon economic development. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

8 pages. This paper is a focus on the culture of capitalism since the 1400's. Capitalism has had four very important effects on people ever since that time, including such things as population growth, hunger and poverty, environmental impact and the spread of disease. A very eye-opening look at what capitalism has done to impact mankind throughout the ...

A 7 page answer to 5 questions on supply and demand, equilibrium price and price elasticity. The paper also addresses questions on comparative vs. absolute advantage, as well as opportunity costs of production. Includes 2 diagrams. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page report discusses the fact that the gross domestic product (GDP) is not one of the more complicated of the many contemporary economic indicators. It is simply a measure of the total production and consumption of goods and services in any economy. Such simplicity is both its strength and its weakness in measuring development in an economy. Because ...

This 18 page report discusses the financial system of the United States and how financial institutions, the overall monetary system, economics, the marketplace, consumers, government, and non-bank banks all relate to one another. Issues considered include: the relationship between saving, spending, and investing on economic growth; the role of the financial system and the economy; the goals of financial institutions and regulation; ...