Essays and Research Papers on Management

This 10 page paper evaluates Brochure which is related to wireless networking. Weick's theory of organizing is explored in depth. How one can utilize Weick's theory in the context of analyzing Brochure is explored. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 16 page paper. The writer begins with a very brief introduction to Nokia Corporation. The first section of the paper reports and discusses the historical growth of the company and relates the stages of growth to two specific sets of years – 1992 to 1997 and 1998 to 2001. There were significant changes in ...

This 6 page paper discusses the management theories of Peter Drucker and Frederick Taylor, then compares/contrasts the two philosophies. Quotes and examples given from both texts. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 6-page paper discusses the goal-setting and expectancy theories of motivation and how they differ and are simliar with one another. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 13 page paper, including a two page annotated bibliography, looks at the influences on prices within the airline industry, The paper includes explanations of price theory and the impact of supply and demand and the different influences of on supply and demand. These are then applied to the airline industry and ticket prices. Examples ...

This 4 page paper evaluates various theorists and their ideas about leadership, inclusive of Machiavelli. Positions are explored. Trust is viewed as an important factor. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This page paper is a review of book “The Transition to Agile Manufacturing: Staying Flexible for Competitive Advantage” by J. C. Montgomery and L. O. Levine. The paper considers the contents, what the book says and how this fits in with accepted commercial models. The bibliography cites 1 source.

This 3 page paper may be used as a section in a larger paper, or as a short paper by itself. It provides an overview of effective leadership and discerns the difference between good and effective leaders. Many examples are provided and the concepts are defined. Bibliography lists 5 sources. ...

This 10 page paper provides an overview of the issue of absenteeism in the workplace and outlines a study of possible reasons for this problem. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

A 10 page paper that begins with a brief description of General Motors, including its many brands. Annual sales data are reported for four years starting with 1999. Data for the month of October 2003 as compared to one year ago are provided. Market share for GM and the Japanese auto makers are reported. The ...

This 4 page paper looks at Michael Porter’s value chain and the way it is seen as BMW’s Mini Cooper plant in the UK. The paper looks at the inbound logistics, the operations, the outbound logistics, the marketing and sales and the service. The bibliography cites 6 sources.

This 4 page paper considers the corporate and business level strategies used by BMW’s Mini Cooper division. This is determined by reference to different models, such as Porters strategic positioning and the need for competitive advantage. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

This 4 page paper outlines the critical success factors in the automotive industry and then looks at how this car manufacturer satisfies and supports these with the core competences it has developed. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

An 8 page summation of Laurence F. Peter and Raymond Hull's The Peter Principle. The writer offers a chapter by chapter brief summation of the major points of this text, arguing that this an excellent parody on several levels, as it basically castigates the entire hierarchical structure of Western civilization. As with all good satire/parody, ...

This 4 page paper compares and contrasts The Nadler Congruence Model with The Mega Change Model. The importance of organizational models in general is discussed. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 7 page paper provides an overview of the book Leading the Revolution by Gary Hamel with a focus on the application in understanding Dell Computer's CEO Michael Dell and Jack Welch, CEO of General Electric. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 5 page paper relates the issue of vocational assessment reports. Assessing vocational interests and the applicability of the outcomes of assessments have become central components of unemployment support services. For individuals with a variety of vocational interests and skills, the use of these assessments can be beneficial in the placement of unemployed ...

This 3 page paper relates the positive attitudes towards group work and the implications for employment situations. This paper suggests that attitudes that support positive interpersonal relationships in the group and maintain a level of respect for all the participants clearly help to push the group work process towards their goals.

This 4 page paper considers the issue of group work and the best way of selecting people to work in a group. This paper recognizes that in maximizing group performance, it is important to seek out individuals who can complement each other, rather than a homogenous group of people vying for the same position ...

This 3 page paper discusses the shift in paradigms suggested by Weber's theory on organizations. Quotes cited from texts. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper considers the corporate identity of Nike. Nike, Inc., is the largest and most recognizable sneaker manufacturer in the world, with a presence in many countries and a focus on an emerging international identity. As the company has become increasingly diversified, Nike's corporate structure has had to respond to the ...

A 5 page paper discussing strategy formation and evaluation, as well as leadership theory that can apply to a new residential real estate business. Achieving success in the residential real estate industry involves more than only gaining a greater number of listings each month and closing sales. Strategy and leadership style have the ...

A 5 page paper which examines what disciplines the company Lexington Alarms uses. The paper examines the disciplines of Siebel Systems as outlined in “Discipline of Market Leaders” by Michael Treacy and Fred Wiersema. No additional sources cited.

A 3 page paper discussing whether the American Dream is still attainable. Ben Franklin found an innovative approach to his business and made it work. Alcoholics Anonymous tells its members that the mark of madness lies in doing the same things day after day, yet somehow expecting to gain different results. Low-level ...

This 3 page paper summarizes a majority of James Brock and Walter Adams' book, The Structure of American Industry. Synopsis and chapter by chapter summary offered. Bibliography lists 1 source.