Essays and Research Papers on Management Theory

A 3 page paper that responds to a scenario of a dysfunctional team provided by the student. The writer discusses the need for training team members in specific skills, including conflict resolution, guiding the team through the team development process, establishing a new communication process and replacing the project manager. Throughout, the writer states ...

A 4 page paper acknowledging the risks of bias arising in program evaluation. This paper presents measures that can be used to guard against such an occurrence. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 4 page paper looks at the logistics industry in the US, trends that are impacting on careers, the types of careers that are available, the impact of education and experience, two sample vacancies that were current at the time the paper was written and identifies some of the professional logistics organizations that exist. The ...

This 3 page paper considers the HAZOP process and applies it to the loading and unloading of a firearm. The paper presents a overview of the HAZOP system and then looks at the way keywords and phrases and deviations that may be used to identify risks.

This 3 page paper briefly discusses core competencies, what they are, and how they might be used to help an organization evolve. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 15 page paper that responds to a student-provided case entitled Riordan Manufacturing. The essay identifies the existing situation, opportunities and challenges facing the company and briefly reports on how each principle player views the situation, which includes higher turnover and low job satisfaction. The writer comments on risk assessment of the situation and ...

This 4 page paper presents a number of tables put together to help with the scheduling of a project. The tables give the outline of the tasks, the description of the tasks, predecessors and duration, possible paths ands that timings for the tasks.

This 14 page paper begins with a definition and an historical overview of the study of organizational behavior. The writer explains how organizations are defined and described and the many different aspects of organizational behavior and what affects organizational behavior. The writer then discusses teamwork and its relationship to organizational behavior, the obstacles to successful ...

A 4 page review of the factors that entered into one company's decision to forgo million secured debt financing in favor of an equity financing strategy. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

8 pages in length. Myriad theories exist in order to provide a semblance of harmony, cohesion and productivity in the workplace, however, far too many of them seem to gloss over the interpersonal nature of the work environment and focus more pointedly upon the leadership skills of a single individual. Schultz's approach is ...

This 5 page paper looks at corporate culture and how it affects social responsibility and customer service. Suggestions for changing corporate cutlure are provided. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 12 page paper that begins by describing the four organizational models of global corporations. The rest of the paper discusses aspects of the multinational organizational model and the transnational organizational model. The writer also describes the evolution of global corporations, alliances, foreign direct investment and integration models. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 4 page paper that begins with a brief discussion of culture and the importance of understanding culture. The writer briefly discusses the 4Ps in the marketing mix. The rest of the paper reports Starbucks success in South Korea, why it is successful and how it fit into the culture. Bibliography lists 5 sources. ...

A 3 page paper that describes and critiques Project Desk, a Web-based project management program. The essay includes the advantages of the program as well as the pricing structure. Bibliography lists 1 source.

A 20 page paper. The first part of this essay discusses some of the major leadership theorists and their ideas, including Drucker, Mintzberg and Goleman. The second part discusses the personality traits that have been associated with highly successful managers and leaders. The paper ends by presenting Collins' Level 5 as the quintessential leader ...

This 4 page paper uses a case study to demonstrate the way systems analysis with a closed loop diagram can take place. The example of a call center is used, where there are problems in the quality of the service provided to the callers. The paper outlines the issues and the problems, identifies the variables ...

A 10 page paper. following a brief introduction to Wal-Mart, the writer conducts an analysis using Porter's Five Forces Analysis model. The analysis is performed in narrative format and includes how Wal-Mart uses information and information technology in each of the five areas. The essay then turns to a value chain analysis, outlining the ...

This 3 page paper looks at some operational issues which may be faced by a canteen on a college campus. The paper looks at matching staffing levels of demand, staffing mix between full-time and part-time employees, staff turnover and employee training. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This 6 page paper gives an overview of Damon Schechter and Gordon Sander's book "Delivering the Goods - The Art of Managing Your Supply Chain". This book, which is heavily based on military logistics presents a range of lessons which can be learned from the history of supply chain management and the useful tri-level ...

A 4 page paper that discuses the components of an e-business and some of the different models of e-businesses. The essay also discusses external and internal forces that affect an e-business. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 4 page paper based on several article reviews. The essay responds to two questions, the first relates to a change model not included in the readings. Kotter's eight phases is briefly described. The rest of the paper reports the leadership skills identified or implied in the articles about change. Specific attention is paid ...

A 12 page paper. Using case studies provided by the student, this essay first discusses strategies each of these companies uses that are similar or comparable. The writer then discusses the risks that accompanied those strategies and how they succeeded. Bibliography lists 1 source.

An 8 page paper that responds to this question: If petrol prices in Australia rose to $10 per litre in ten years, what would be the impact on businesses? What are the risks and opportunities? The essay discusses external forces that influence all businesses. Assumptions made in the industrial organization model, Porters five sources and ...

A 5 page paper that discusses how Honda has maintained its high ranking in the industry. The paper begins with an introduction to Honda Worldwide and North American Honda. The essay identifies the basic principles and management policies the company operates within. The writer reports the company's market share as compared to other companies ...

A 10 page paper that discusses leadership and organizational success in a global market. The paper reports some of the techniques and actions that foster organizational success. Two leadership styles are explained, transformational and situational, but others are mentioned. Bibliography lists 10 sources.