Essays and Research Papers on Miscellaneous Issues in Business

A 4 page paper using a survey of 288 employees as the data used in statistical analysis of that data. Questions answered through calculation of probability include "What is the gender distribution?" and "What is the probability this person will be an hourly employee whose intrinsic satisfaction is 6 or more?" Bibliography lists ...

An 11 page paper. Recent events in our country have demonstrated a clear need for emergency medical response teams that can be deployed and get to the affected location quickly. This paper provides a business plan for such an agency. The paper begins with an executive summary. The introduction discusses the need for this type ...

A 4 page paper choosing a business form (LLC) for a new company and assessing the liability positions of senior managers at HealthSouth and RiteAid, two businesses operating a corporate form that could not protect senior management from charges of various types of fraud. HealthSouth's Richard Scrushy was the first to be tried under ...

This 5 page paper begins by reporting the stages in the negotiation process. The writer then discusses how Korean businesspersons approach each stage. The differences between American and Korean negotiating teams is discussed. The last part of the paper offers suggestions for American managers as they prepare to enter negotiations with Korean managers. Bibliography lists ...

A 6 page paper. When conducting business in any foreign country, it is important to be familiar with the practices and attitudes of the people. This essay provides information about many different aspects of business in Germany, including comments on appointments, meetings, punctuality, dress, greetings, conversations, negotiations and more. The tips included will facilitate business ...

This 11 page paper evaluates L'Oreal as a company and its success in its effort to create a sustainable environment. Many aspects of the company are explored and a PEST analysis is included. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

This 9 page paper looks at the outlines of subjects that could be taught in a taught doctorial program of business administration and suggests the contents of each module and the reasons for these inclusions. The bibliography cites 7 sources.

This 3 page paper touches on three aspects of business: the legal environment; the laws that regulate it; and the role it plays in society. Bibliography lists 11 sources.

This 4 page paper is written in 3 parts looking at articles supplied by the student. The paper summarises two articles looking at the way businesses raise start up capital and prepare initial projections. The last part of the paper answers questions on the start up of Google.

A 3 page overview of the varied impacts to business that an Avian Flu epidemic would result in both domestically and for the world as a whole. The author emphasizes both the direct and indirect impacts of such an epidemic. Bibliography lists 3 sources.

This is a 4 page paper which illustrates the presentation of the services of a consulting firm to a major corporation, Target, Inc. The bibliography has 5 sources.

This is a 6 page paper which discusses cost accounting, benchmarking and merchandising for a new business. The bibliography has 4 sources.

This is a 5 page paper which examines the transformation of supply chain management from a Brick and Mortar Business to E-Business. The bibliography has 2 sources.

A 40 page overview of the different mechanisms that have been put into place over time to address economic stratification. The author reviews these mechanisms in relation to affirmative action, discrimination, and reverse discrimination. Bibliograpahy lists 22 sources.

A 5 page paper. To address the issue in the title, the writer discusses five functions of management, internal and external driving forces or factors that impact all businesses. The writer also comments on diversity and ethics and includes Microsoft in some of the discussion. Bibliography lists 5 sources.

A 9 page paper assessing the value of franchising as an approach to business ownership and operation. There were problems with many franchises in the past, and even McDonald's relatively recently relented to consumer pressure (in the form of falling sales) to alter its menu to reflect consumer – rather than McDonald's – preferences. ...

An 8 page paper discussing the business climate and culture in Russia. The bottom line as it exists today is that Russia still is full of promise as in the past, and positive changes are occurring. Business people from other cultures – particularly the US – should be cognizant and respectful of Russia's ...

A 3 page paper discussing the business dynamics of CNET Networks' technology and business brand, ZDNet. ZDNet news provides widely varied news of interest to technical managers, creating a meeting place of individuals with common interests, similar jobs and often decision-making power in their organizations. This audience is of great interest to marketers ...

A 7 page paper in which the writer identifies the different legal organizational structures for businesses, such as sole proprietorship, partnerships and corporations. The advantages and disadvantages of each are reported. The writer also explains the different types of stock corporations can issue and concludes with a more comprehensive outline of the advantages and ...

An 11 page paper. The stimulus question is: What should a North American aerospace company know to do business with a high context culture customer? The writer begins with an introduction to the importance of culture in doing business. The major portion of the paper defines and explains low context cultures and high context cultures, ...

6 pages in length. The writer briefly outlines making the connection, strategic fit and collaboration value construct as they relate to James E. Austin's book entitled The Collaboration Challenge. No additional sources cited.

This 20 page paper discusses several issues related to small business management. Customer service and the importance of establishing policies and rules for employees in terms of proving excellent customer service. How a company can evaluate the effectiveness of adverting and promotions, including comments on cumulative effects. The table of contents of an employee handbook, ...

A 12 page paper answering 4 questions about entrepreneurship including traits of an entrepreneur; identifying opportunities; accurately forecasting sales; and managing financing. Bibliography lists 10 sources.

A 9 page paper that addresses several issues. The essay begins with a discussion about communicating across cultures. Examples of communication errors are included. The next section focuses on writing skills, including illustrations of some common errors such as the incorrect use of some words and punctuation marks. The writer discusses how to design ...

A 4 page paper that begins with brief comments on the purpose of tax planning. The essay describes the four maxims of tax planning, reports tips for reducing taxes and comments on the value of the sources used. The writer comments briefly on the importance of ethics when tax planning. Bibliography lists 7 sources.