Essays and Research Papers on Miscellaneous Issues in Business

17 pages. In this paper we will explore how non-profit organizations have to compete in an always-changing environment. Because of political, monetary and social changes there is an increasing number of organizations competing for grants and funding. These organizations must of necessity act before the coming change rather than react to a ...

This 7 page paper provides an overview of the theme park industry. Future trends are touched on. Social responsibility, career paths in the industry, etc. are all discussed. Bibliography lists 12 sources.

This paper examines the question of how knowledge of stock purchase and sales activities by corporate insiders can move prices up or down. Also discussed is whether this is a good exercise for a regular investor to consider. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 10 page paper report of an intern’s experience in project planning in the Gas Industry. Classroom-based academic training is invaluable for the technical knowledge that can be gained from it. Adding the concept of practical experience and the need for on-the-job learning provides a view of the “real world.” The purpose ...

An 7 page paper. Managing a diverse workforce is a challenge faced by most companies. The writer explains that diversity is not confined to race and culture, it is much broader incorporating gender, age and many other "differences." The writer also explains what it means to manage diversity and strategies that have been used. ...

7 pages. Corporations have a responsibility to the community to be a good neighbor. In many cases it appears corporations are living up their responsibilities, but is this true or is it simply public relations propaganda? Using examples of actual companies this topic is explored and left up to the reader to ...

An 8 page paper that addresses two specific questions: What impact does e-commerce have on brick-and-mortar stores? What impact does e-commerce have on sales tax revenues for cities and states? Everyone knows that e-commerce sales are still increasing exponentially. Some analysts argue this trend will only get stronger and will eventually force physical stores to ...

An 8 page paper that includes these subheadings: Executive Summary; Target Markets and Strategies; Major Competitors and Market Shares; Degree of Success; Effectiveness of Marketing Strategies. Xerox is a brilliant innovator and a poor marketer. This is a company who is known as a technology innovator but it is also known for being unsuccessful in ...

A 5 page paper. As globalization has escalated and as corporations have merged, new terms to describe types of organizations have emerged. This paper defines and describes these three types of international corporations. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 10 page paper that discusses the merger of these two huge corporations. Here was a merger like no other. Not only was it the largest merger in history, it was the first merger of a bricks-and-mortar corporation and a cyberspace Internet corporation, which created a new kind of company that crosses several industries. ...

This 11 page paper looks at the strategic position of this Thai private hospital. The writer considers the macro and micro factors impacting on the hospital with examples of that impact. The bibliography cites 10 sources.

A 6 page paper. The Boeing- McDonnell Douglas merger created the largest integrated aerospace company in the world. It was a deal that required the approval of the EU as well as regulatory agencies in the U.S. This paper discusses the reasons for the merger, how the deal was made, what the deal was, ...

This paper examines the automotive industry and international status. Examined in the essay include the top multinational automotive manufacturers, trends and what the future will be for this industry. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

This 6 page paper is an analysis of a Harvard Case study provided by the student. The issue is what kind of funding should this aluminum company obtain. The treasurer of the company has three options. The writer provides a historical background of facts relevant to the decision and then discusses the advantages and disadvantages ...

A 20 page paper. The 'voice of the market' refers to what research can learn about the wants of consumers and distributors, learning about the customers of competitors and what competitors are doing to gain market share. The 'voice of the customer' simply relates to research about the customer to learn what they want, and ...

A 5 page paper. The questions posed are: Should accountants become more proactive in environmental issues? and Should auditors become more proactive in environmental issues beyond reporting? And, if so, what role should either play? The writer discuses the primary role of fiscal auditors and responds to the question. The writer then illustrates what steps ...

A 5 page paper. The Coca-Cola Corporation has just come out of a two-year slump that saw its revenues and stock plummet. This paper discusses this slump and also where there are growth opportunities for Coca-Cola. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 17 page paper. The incidence of workplace violence has soared in the last ten years to the point where some call it an epidemic. Based on the literature reviewed, it is safe to estimate that about 16 million people suffer some sort of violence at work each year. This paper discusses: the incidence of ...

This paper examines what steps need to be taken in order to evaluate a job offer and to negotiate for a better salary. This essay stresses preparation and negotiation skills. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

An 8 page paper. Organizations, leaders and managers have changed dramatically over the last 40 years moving from practices based on traditional theories to those based on systems theories and beyond. This paper briefly discusses the progress of organizations and the need for the 'new' organization. The writer also explains what collaborative individualism is ...

This 5 page paper considers a case study provided by the student where a union is making a claim for an increase in the pay of its members as they are receiving less than a other set of staff with equivalent jobs. The writer uses the data provided; a random set of salaries from the ...

A 12 page report on the Enron Corporation bankruptcy. This paper discusses the players in the Enron debacle and their roles, for instance, the role of the chief financial officer and the role of the auditor. The writer discusses the strategies that were used to hide the company's debt and the accounting tactics used that ...

A 20 page paper. The first part of the paper identifies and discusses the five disciplines of the learning organization as described by Peter Senge. The second part of the paper discusses the strengths, weaknesses, advantages and disadvantages of attempting to build a learning organization. Examples are provided. Bibliography lists 17 sources.

5 pages. This case study is a presentation on safety measures in the workplace. It is based on the popular "Toolbox Talks" which are a type of safety presentation that are offered in the workplace. After a thorough explanation of what Toolbox Talks are, this paper details a sample presentation that can ...

A 5 page memo to the manager of a Best Deal retail electronics store in Cleveland. The memo reports on the state of customer service and the length of time that customers spend in checkout lines. It recommends that two non-checkout activities traditionally done at the checkout should be moved to another station, ...