Essays and Research Papers on Misc. Economic Issues

5 pages. In this model paper we will consider how a hypothetical sales representative would assess a client's needs and prepare the necessary strategies to fulfill stated goals and objectives. Also included will be a discussion on the ethical issues that are encountered in the mutual fund industry today. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 5 page paper. The question is: Why should an accounting student change to the CPA program in the state of Washington? This research report includes these topics and is written as a tutorial: the specializations with accounting; the license and education requirements for the CPA in Washington; continuing education requirements; salary range; projected ...

A 5 page paper. Viatical insurance was authorized under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountably Act of 1996. This research report explains the difference between viatical settlements and senior settlements. It also provides a comprehensive discussion of viatical settlements from both the life insurance policy holder and the investor. Bibliography lists 5 pages.

(5 pp) What was once seen in the light of the Biblical admonition, 'the poor are always with us,' the human service organization is beginning to look at some vital retooling in the new century. This discussion will examine some of the new challenges and potential solutions that face human service ...

This 6 page paper considers two different theories of capital. Firstly, the paper looks at capitalism, and how the actions and reactions of one organisation may be able influence other companies within and outside of the same industry, and how contradictions can occur. The second part of the paper considers the Marxist approach to capital ...

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.

Marx recognized that in the endless search for profit, capitalists drive down the cost of labor, thus creating systematic poverty and unemployment in the midst of plenty, and setting recurrent economic crises into motion. This 9 page paper argues that the structural adjustment policies of the IMF, also known as "neoliberal policies", are beneficial to the enhancement of the market ...

18 pages. This model paper is about the savings and loan industry collapse of the mid 1980's and the contributing factors of the collapse. Because of the savings and loan debacle of the 1960's there were regulatory actions put into effect that would prevent such a happening again. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 6 page paper. The SEC has delayed and refused to accept accounting standards as put forth by the IASC. U.S. GAAP standards from the FASB are more stringent in its requirements. Currently, any foreign company who wants to register with the SEC and be listed on an Exchange in the United States must reconcile ...

This 5 page paper looks at the city of Norfolk and the way in which the city is dealing with poor economic conditions through the sale of assets to pay for further investments in order to break the negative cycle and attract business to the area. The bibliography cites 4 sources.

This 8 page paper considers the way that performance is measured in modern organisations. The purpose of the paper is to give the reader an outlines of the productivity paradox, balanced scorecards, and activity based costing, looking at what they are and how they are used. The bibliography cites 12 sources.

An 8 page paper. This tutorial paper discusses two main issues: how to motivate employees and how to be competitive. The writer discusses motivation in terms of generation (Baby Boomers and Gen X) and then offers a number of strategies used by other credit unions to grow. Suggestions are provided to students. Bibliography lists 8 ...

5 pages. With credit cards being offered to consumers almost daily throught their mailbox, through the internet, and virtually everywhere we turn, there is no wonder that credit card usage has multiplied exponentially within the last decade. Along with credit card use, credit card abuse has grown just as well. It is too easy for consumers to ...

5 pages. Financial innovations are not a new thing; market analysts and accountants are coming up with financial innovations all the time. This paper will deal with the most recent of the financial innovations, including what they are, how they change the financial markets and how innovations in general change the way people look at the market as ...

This 5 page paper looks at life in New York before and after the terrorist attacks. The economy is the main focus and rebuilding is discussed. Politics, and the mayoral race, are touched on. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 32 page paper looks at the subject of research in detail. The paper is written in eight sections as follows; the relationship between theory and research, the different ways in which knowledge is gained, scientific method, systematic inquiry, the use of statistics, including descriptive and inferential statistics and how they may be used, experimental, ...

This 7 page report discusses the fact that economic conditions are never determined by one particular factor. This report explains: the concept of leveraged buy-outs; what junk bonds are; how these are part of the current economy; the difference between “leverage” and “risk;” and, current economic trends. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

A 6 page paper that presents the arguments for and against raising the minimum wage. At least ten states and the District of Columbia have not waited for Congress to act - each has established their own increased minimum standards, some of which are higher than what the federal government is proposing. Bibliography lists 6 ...

5 pages in length. The ripple effect of September 11th's terrorist attack upon the World Trade Center and the Pentagon has created an enormous void in America's economy. With recession on everyone's mind, this unexpected and violent downslide has placed tens of thousands out of work and threatens to completely undermine the very ...

This 6 page paper considers these different types of assurance. The writer explains what they are, how they work, the characteristics of each of these types of policies and how the charges are calculated by the insurance companies and life offices. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

A 6 page paper. This paper is a basic overview of venture capital - what it is, what these firms look for, the ratio of success, the expected rate of return. The writer also includes steps the applicant must take to improve success rates. Bibliography lists 9 sources.

12 pages in length. The horrors of death and destruction thrust upon the United States of America on September 11, 2001 have cause people all around the world to reconsider the aspect of global safety. Along with these concerns for physical safety, however, is the consequence to economic safety that has inevitably been ...

5 pages. The purpose of this research paper is to write a policy memo as a campaign manager. This memo will be used to inform the current candidate running for state legislature about the issues and to present a position to be taken. Arguments to be considered are for or against school choice and for ...

This 9 page paper provides an overview of the central arguments and accounting perspectives presented in two particular articles on the impacts of the World Trade Center tragedy on Wall Street. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper examines the impact that war has on a country's economy. Using both past empirical evidence and economic theory the writer explains how war is usually good for an economy. The writer also considers what this may mean for the long term of prospects of the US economy following the destruction ...