Essays and Research Papers on Management & Business

This 32 page paper provides an overview of the Bedford-Stuyvesant Restoration Corporation, inclusive of its history, encountered problems and a look at its future. The section of Brooklyn, New York known as Bedford-Stuyvesant is explored. Several legal issues which have confronted the organization are explored in detail, including the possible liability of a 1998 case ...

An 8 page paper providing a history of Wal-Mart and Target, as well as discussion of current challenges and financial results. Though the middle class continues to shrink, Target offers those within it a middle class retailer with values to match, as Wal-Mart gravitates to lower incomes. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 5 page paper discussing key events in Starbucks' history and its current focus on international expansion. Conventional wisdom holds that no organization can continue double-digit annual growth consistently year after year, but so far that is precisely what Starbucks is doing. The company is obliged to look to international markets to sustain ...

A 10 page paper. The first part of the paper discusses the Great Man theory, trait theories, role theory, managerial grid, Lewin and Likert. The second part of the paper explains situational leadership theory, transformational leadership and leader-member exchange theory. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

This 8-page paper provides an overview and competitive analysis for Home Depot Inc. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 4 page paper. Playing cards have a long history, perhaps dating back to before 1000 AD. The paper begins with a brief introduction to the history of playing cards. It then discusses some of the companies that manufacture playing cards along with some limited market data. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 10 page paper has three parts. The first section reports the history of Enron from 1985, when it was founded, to 1990. The second section reports the history of Enron from 1990. The writer discusses some of the major issues that caused the company's collapse. In the last section, the writer comments on the ...

This 11 page paper gives a comprehensive overview of the US firm General Electric. The paper starts by looking at the history of the company starting with is origins in the nineteenth century and history of innovation bring many products to market. The strategic developments within the firm the reorganization, current structure and areas of ...

This 4 page paper is a compare and contrast essay about these two companies. A short history of each is provided, along with their products and services, revenues, and the challenges they are now facing. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

This 15 page research paper investigates the history of Boeing Airlines Company focusing on the contributions the company has made through the decades to the industry. This is the largest manufacturer of aircraft, both civilian and military, in the world. Their continuing innovative nature and commitment to efficiency and quality give them an excellent competitive ...

This 15 page paper provides an overview of the Ford Motor Company, its history and development, its move into the global market, and its diversification of products and services. Bibliography lists ten sources.

A 5 page research paper describing BMW. Information on the following topics provided in this report : background, history, financial report, safety innovations, and recycling. BMW is a major force in the economy of at least two countries: the United States and Germany. Bibliography includes 6 sources.

A 12 page research paper discussing McDonald's entrance into Russia. A brief overview history of McDonald's Corporation is provided, followed by their successful opening in Moscow. Other issues discussed include establishing a business in Russia, including the an explanation of the different business behaviors expected and marketing. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This insightful 13 page case study examines Nike's history, marketing strategy, methods of production & distribution, human resources, and plans to expand overseas. Useful statistics and illustrative charts are included. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This 5 page report discusses the extremely successful and low-price Southwest Airlines. A brief overview of the company and its history is presented, as well as information about its profitability, stock performance, and returns on investment for shareholders. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page paper that provides an overview of Delta Air Lines, Inc. Topics include a brief history of the company, accomplishments, innovations, financial report of Delta and top three competitors in table-format, strengths of the company. A hypothetical strategic plan is offered. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

A 5 page paper that discusses the history of Sprint, its acquisitions and joint ventures, Internet presence, annual revenue, and future plans. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 6 page paper that considers the issues that have arisen from the attempts of Wal-Mart to bring their retail outlets to small localized communities across the nation. This paper suggests that communities must reflect on both the pros and cons of this kind of development before determining opposition or support. Bibliography lists ...

A 10 page paper discussing this company serving as an electronic meeting place between the print industry and those customers needing printing services. The software used allows for budget and inventory management, and there also is a business-to-business shopping mall for those customers not large enough to need the full service of the management ...

: A 10 page paper that investigates General Motors Corporation. A detailed history of the company is provided in outline form. The new president is identified with the challenges he faces. Selected fiscal data are included. The company is analyzed in terms of its performance. This is a company of the brink of trouble. 2 ...

This 10 page report discusses the idea that leadership has certain key components that determine the characteristics and qualities of a leader. Howard Gardner demonstrates this fact through the use of the stories of great leaders in modern history. Then the report takes advantage of Christopher Vogler’s “The writer’s journey : Mythic structure for writers,” and Robert Brawer’s “Fictions of ...

This seven-page-paper presents a discussion about Yahoo's co-founder Jerry Yang. The history of his company as well as his beliefs in making it continue to succeed. Bibliography lists five sources.

11 pages in length. Prudential is a fast-paced company which is to be commended for its constant growth and innovative ideas. This is an analysis of the company's strengths, weaknesses, and effectiveness of their managerial accounting system which explores the control and decision making processes of the company. Also included is a brief history of the company and ...

This 14 page paper is divided into two section, the first considers the development of the internet and its use, the second looks at how the development of AOL can be seen to mirror that development and exist in a symbiotic relationship. The analysis of AOL looks at the company history and the way that ...

An 8 page paper discussing the promise and reality of this online grocer's short history. Much of the recent dotcom fallout has been found to relate to the fact that sound business principles change little in response to the environment. Webvan's greatest claim to fame - aside from being the most costly dotcom failure to date - ...