Essays and Research Papers on Management

This 7 page paper argues that charisma is important despite the fact that some argue against that position. Leadership in general is also discussed. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 16 page paper considers why firms will prefer an environment where there is regulation with a voluntary code of conduct or self regulation rather than being controlled with legislative measures. The paper examines the influencing factors that lead whether or not an industry is self regulating. The bibliography cites 11 sources.

This 9 page paper discusses the statement that "As form of work organization for large companies, team working does not offer a viable alternative to the long-established, tried-and-tested bureaucratic organization structure". To discuss this the paper looks at the characteristics of a bureaucratic structure and considers the potential of alterative team or network based structures. ...

This 5 page paper considers the use of complex adaptive systems theory in the commercial environment, how this can link in with leadership theory, creativity and entrepreneurship, examines the validity of this as a management theory and finishes by discussing the implications on strategic decision making. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 8 page paper gives and overview of just in time (JIT) inventory management and looks at the impact of JIT on issues such as the level of inventory held, quality, human relations, supplier relations and planning and control issues. The bibliography cites 9 sources.

A 6 page paper discussing 11 theories of personal and group development and evolution, summarizing the theories in a table and providing a business example for each. Some of the theories included are Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, Schultz’s FIRO Theory, Tuckman’ Stages, Fisher Phases and 7 others. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 13 page paper is an overview of Toyota, looking at its core competences in terms of manufacturing and process, how it competes with cost leadership and differentiation, as well as aspects such as marketing and vision. The bibliography cites 20 sources.

This 3-page paper discusses barriers to implementation of quality initiatives and total quality management. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

12 pages in length. The extent to which positive motivation is critical to employee performance and loyalty in the fitness industry is both grand and far-reaching; that this particular type of business is not necessarily viewed as requiring the benefits of intrinsic and/or extrinsic motivation in order to retain qualified, enthused staff speaks to ...

This 10 page paper considers a company that is planning to implement 6 sigma. The paper considers how this should be planned for, looking at the human relations aspect and the practical management of the change. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

This 3 page paper examines Disney and explains how situational leadership is applied. Situational leadership is defined and explored. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 14 page paper considers the implementation of TQM at a UK company, looking at the processes that were undertaken and then looking at way a particular aspect of TQM was implemented in the shop floor, in this case the 5 S's. The bibliography cites 13 sources.

A 9 page paper discussing operations at Target Corp according to Tuckman's Stages theory of group development. Tuckman observed small groups in a variety of environments to arrive at the forming, storming, norming and performing sequence of group evolution. Tuckman's original four stages aptly describe group formation and operation at Target on the ...

Corporate reputation is made up of corporate image and corporate identity. This 3 page paper examines these two concepts, looks at how they may be managed by a company and how they come together to form a company reputation. The paper uses several examples to illustrate points raised. The bibliography cites 3 sources.

This 11 page paper consider the development and use of mentoring in small and medium sized enterprises. The paper looks at why and how it is important, the different types of mentoring and the way it may be undertaken. The bibliography cites 14 sources.

This 19 page paper looks at an example of a collaboration that turns into a joint venture and show how this fits it positively with the strategy of the company. The example chosen is the Brewery Group Denmark; BGD and their use of collaboration and joint ventures in distribution. The bibliography cites 8 sources.

This 9 page paper considers the subject of corporate strategy and examines the potential conflict of expectations by stakeholders and how this will impact upon organisational strategy. Examples are used to illustrate the points raised. The bibliography cites 11 sources.

This 5 page paper discusses various theories of management and organizational tools. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 3 page paper examines this well known book, primarily for writing style. Positive and negative aspects of the work are explored. No additional sources cited.

This 5 page paper is based on a case study of Papa Gene's Herb Garden, specifically, why they survived when their much larger partner folded. The essay comments on primary and support activities, core competencies, intangible assets, and Porter's strategies for a competitive advantage. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

This 10 page paper considers the topic of how strategy is formed and the way in which competing stakeholder needs may impact on that decision. Business has the goal of satisfying shareholders. However shareholders are not the only stakeholders. If a company does not satisfy the needs of other stakeholders they may loos business or ...

A 7 page paper discussing two work situations and fitting them to management theory. There are several leadership theories, most of which are most applicable to differing environments and situations. The purpose here is to examine two verbal exchanges with a manager and assess it in terms of one theory of leadership. ...

Samsung is a global company with a well known brand, Started in 1938 the company has seen a high level of success. This 12 page paper considers the different strategies of Samsung and how they fit in with the theory if international development and expansion. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

This 7 page paper discusses the factors that make TQM succeed in organisation and the best approaches, which have proven to lead to effective results. The paper also looks at what transformational changes are necessary and what MUST happen in order for TQM to be embedded in ‘the culture’ of organisations pursuing excellence through ...

This 20 page paper examines the process of internationalisation seen with the expansion of Anita Roddick's Body Shop. Starting out in 1976 as a single outlet this has grown to a chain of franchises across 49 countries. The paper looks a the way this has been achieved with the use of competitive advantages and the ...