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This 3-page paper discusses two types of sales budget forecasting: bottom up vs. top down, and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of each. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 4 page paper discussing the situation of a computer software company which is paying top programmers’ salaries in the area, but still is losing its best talent to other employers. It seeks to implement a structure more conducive to employee loyalty, particularly among its programmers. The paper discusses the benefits of allowing the programmers to work as self-directed work teams fully accountable for the final product. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 4 page paper considers the five top reasons to choose a college. This paper considers elements like academic standing, educator/student ratios and college environment as they can impact student choice.

A 12 page case study of Southwest Airlines -- one of the top companies in its industry. The writer analyzes SW's market niche, pricing strategy, human resource maintenance, financial structure, emphasis on low cost, and more. Equipment, technology, and plans for the future are included as well. Several charts provided in Appendix. Bibliography lists 15 sources.

A 5 page research paper exploring processes for increasing reading comprehension skills among elementary school students. One specific strategy is explored in depth: POSSE which can be used on top of the existing curriculum, including whole language. Bibliography includes 5 references.

A 5 page essay exploring the issues surrounding the exporting of tobacco and tobacco products. Is this a policy the United States Government should continue to support in view of its opposition to the use of tobacco within the nation? As one of the top cash products within the country and with hundreds of thousands of people dependent on the industry, the question as to the U.S. government's role in supporting its export is a complex one. The writer discusses the issues in terms of economics and ethics. No bibliography.

A 6 page proposal on measures a life insurance company could undertake with very little cost in promoting bottom-up communication, rather than limiting themselves to the more typical top-down pattern. The proposal presents the company's existing problem as a minor, but growing one, and presents possible low-cost steps in eliminating it. Nearly any business consultant worth his fee consults first with the front-line employees in order to determine the company's problems: the paper recommends that this insurance company do the same. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

5 pages worth of biographical information on Fred Astaire. Includes analysis of two of his works ("Gay Divorce" and "Top Hat"). Bibliography not available (also good for film study).

This 5 page report discusses and compares the news coverage provided by two of the top news organizations in the United States. How were they similar and in what significant ways did they differ? No sources cited.

A 9 page essay on the struggles that women still endure in the professional, corporate world. It is argued that while women have indeed enjoyed some advancements in business, they still are barred from achieving top-level management positions. Thus, they are looking through a 'glass ceiling.' In answer to this, many women are forming their own businesses. The role of downsizing and other relevant minority issues are brought into the discussion as well. Bibliography lists 7 sources.

A 3 page review of J. Sterling Livingston's article with same title. The writer discusses Livingston's thesis that education is not at all an accurate predictor of one's potential for managerial achievement. Traits such as empathy and an inherent ability to solve problems are cited as the "real" characteristics needed in order to become a top administrator. No Bibliography.

A 5 page paper discussing the nuclear revolution in terms of military involvement today, with the military technology of years ago. Movies discussed include “Braveheart,” “Dr. Strangelove,” “Godzilla,” and “The Hunt for Red October.” The development of nuclear weaponry has forever changed the face of military involvement and technology in a way that will perhaps never be topped, much less forgotten. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 7 page paper that explores this issue from Gail W. Lapidus' anthology and Vladimir Andrle's historiography. The writer posits that despite the fact that Lapidus seems to approach the resolution of the ethnic conflicts and economic issues from a centrist top-down view, in fact her research and conclusions are in line with Andrle's history of a bottom-up power based on the strength of the 'peasantry' of the old Russia. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 5 page paper examining the way the anonymous authors of these two early works deal with the presence of women in their tales. The paper notes that in both cases, women function as forces of primal but somehow irrational passion that need to be 'smoothed over' and subjugated by men in order for the world to function in top form. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

A 6 page paper that provides an overview of Delta Air Lines, Inc. Topics include a brief history of the company, accomplishments, innovations, financial report of Delta and top three competitors in table-format, strengths of the company. A hypothetical strategic plan is offered. Bibliography lists 13 sources.

This 7 page report discusses British Petroleum Company, PLC, in terms of the Treasury risks to which it is and has been exposed. As a result of restructuring in 1994, BP became a company of smaller, more autonomous units in place of the previous centralized regional teams. The 'view from the top' has always been that these units could be more creative and efficient through the sharing of knowledge and best practices. Such factors are equally important throughout the evaluation of potential Treasury risk. Bibliography lists 18 sources.

Becoming a Fortunate 500 Organization, Blanchard, O'Connor and other contributors promote the idea that management holds the key to corporate success, not through implementing top-down management strategies that focus on leadership style, productivity goals, and other effective means of operational support. This 6 page paper reflects the central perspectives presented in the work and underscores the link between management process and corporate outcomes. No additional sources cited.

This 7 page paper provides an overview of the measures taken by the San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) in planning for population growth over the next 20 years. This paper defines the central view of the association in terms of population growth and the fact that assessments have suggested that San Diego will top 1 million people by the year 2020. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

This 7 page paper looks ate the way that top executives are paid, and uses the evidence to argue that they are only paid this level because it is justified. Arguments against this point of view are also recognised and considered. The bibliography sites 9 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at the top down model which may be used by the health care industry in its' ongoing attempts to detect, combat and prevent abuse of elderly residents. The paper recognises the different types of abuse, physical, psychological and financial along with the role that people at different places within a hierarchical structure can play in the prevention of this evil. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

A 2 page paper discussing the possibility of producers sharing pollution permits. We already know that many organizations will not operate with the good of the environment as their top priority. It seems clear that government regulation is necessary, and on an ongoing basis. However, regulation could well be achieved through other means as well, benefiting both the environment, producers and consumers. Such sharing could allow producers to operate more efficiently and certainly not increase released toxin levels. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

This 5 page paper looks at the strength man power and operation of the navy in Indonesia. Looking at both the current situation and the background top the current situation the naval force is evaluated and then compared to other naval forces in the same area. The bibliography cites 5 sources.

This 21 page paper asks whether or not companies should convert to Windows 2000, from Windows NT. The philosophy of upgrading software is discussed in general. The city of St.Louis is the focus of the paper and fifty of its top companies are evaluated. Recommendations are made. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

In 5 pages the author discusses the domain name system. A domain name is vital to anyone who works with the Internet and/or electronic mail. It is the moniker by which a company is known on the Internet and the address of electronic mail. There are top-level domain names that every company wants to become a part of, such as .com, but with the incredible volume of companies on the Internet, this is not possible. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

This 2 page paper lists the Chairman of the Board and the top executives for the company with their start dates. The skills board members need to have and the focus of their efforts are discussed. Challenges facing Delta Air Lines and progress made thus far is reported. Bibliography lists 4 sources.