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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).

A 4 page paper. Several issues related to forensic accounting and fraud are discussed. Some deal with the ease of manipulating records by top executives, effects of codes of conduct, forensic accountant skills, documentary evidence, and other issues. Bibliography lists 6 sources.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

A 1 page overview of Network Solutions, the global registrar for the top-level domains of .com, .net and .edu and respected consultant for complex business computing and communication needs. Includes information on company growth and awards received. Bibliography lists one source.

This 5 page report discusses what the writer considers to be the five top threats to the global economy for 1999. The five areas briefly discussed include: foreign influence on the U.S. Federal Reserve Banking System; the potential collapse of the euro; lack of true global market integration; the economic issues problems throughout Asia; and, the escalating trade wars. No secondary sources.

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.

This 6 page report discusses the novel “Rebecca” published in 1938 by Daphne DuMaurier and considered to be one of the “top ten” novels of the 20th century by countless readers. The writer discusses the ways in which the second Mrs. de Winter matures into a woman far wiser than the young bride who first arrived at Manderley. As much as the novel is a romance and a mystery, it is also the story of a young woman’s path to maturity. No secondary sources.

This 3 page paper looks at the background and results of the 2011 the American Collage of Sports Medicine fitness trend survey. The way that the survey is conducted, as well as the top trends and changes in trends, are discussed. The bibliography cites 2 sources.

This is a 4 page paper that provides an overview of policy implementation. Top down and bottom up strategies are explored. Bibliography lists 4 sources.

A 3 page paper that discusses procurement objectives in the real world. The paper reports two large surveys of procurement professionals for insight into what they believe their top objectives were as well as trends. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This 5 page paper, with 1 page devoted to a prewriting exercise, presents a letter to the editor of the journal that published Joe Onosko's 2011 article, which argues that Onosko's arguments against the Obama administration's Race to the Top (RTT) program are absolutely correct. Some of Onosko's arguments are summarized and the letter writer calls on readers to alert their legislators as to the problems with this problem. Only the primary source is cited.

A 5 page paper. This essay responds to a case study provided by the student about a clothing company. The issue is that they need to reduce production to two-thirds of full capacity in order to keep the company operating. This essay has these subheadings: Key ethical issue and why, identify two critical stakeholders and why, top facts and how they impact the ethical issue, two options for company to take, select one option and use four of the ethical theories to explain it, and explain possible impact on identified stakeholder. No Bibliography.

This 3 page paper reviews "Wicked," a long-running Broadway musical. The reviewer considers "Wicked" to have retained its appeal and argues that the performances and production values to be top-notch. Bibliography lists 2 sources.

A 10 page paper that focuses on Richmond County/Staten Island, New York. The essay describes Staten Island and conducts a needs assessment emphasizing health and safety, identified the top three health concerns, and provides more information about one, overweight and obesity. The paper also discusses different health services on the Island. The essay includes numerous statistics. Bibliography lists 19 sources.

6 pages in length. Because Internet technology (IT) managers must understand all phases of the business, it behooves a company to fill top management vacancies by promoting IT managers from within the corporate structure. Given the fact that such top-level systems analysts must possess specific skills in order to earn such a promotion, not all individuals who currently hold IT management positions are fully qualified for a top-level position. Indeed, this particular component is what differentiates a capable candidate and one who merely stands within the company's management structure. Bibliography lists 4 sources. TLCITman.wps