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  • A Corporate and Financial Analysis of Ebay.Inc

    A Corporate and Financial Analysis of Ebay.Inc

    A Corporate and Financial Analysis of Ebay.Inc Executive Summary Section One - Corporate Level Part 1 - Brief History of the Corporation eBay was founded by Pierre Omidyar's in his San Jose home in September of 1995, under the name AuctionWeb. From its early beginnings it was meant to be a marketplace for the sale of goods and services for a variety of interested individuals. It was incorporated in 1996, and has since grown to

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    Submitted: February 8, 2010 By: July
  • General Systems

    General Systems

    A) The Main Problem: During the management of Jack Welch followed by Jeff Immelt, General Electric Medical System (GEMS) had grown to be the lead player in medical diagnostic equipment supplies and maintenance services. In 2002 when Joe Hogan took up the position he faced a difficult situation of having to decide whether GEMS should continue its policy of being a Global Products Company (GPC) or modify the concept to �In China for China’ in

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    Essay Length: 529 Words / 3 Pages
    Submitted: February 9, 2010 By: Mike
  • Leadership and Organizational Culture

    Leadership and Organizational Culture

    LEADERSHIP AND ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE In this paper I will discuss the effects and responsibilities leaders have on an organizational culture. I believe leaders have an enormous effect on the well-being of an organizational culture. Leaders must take an active role within their organization’s culture. Whether positive or negative, in an organization, things tend to follow suit “down hill.” A leader has the power and influence to maintain, create, or repair an organizational culture. However, this

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    Submitted: February 9, 2010 By: Jessica
  • Saving Electrical Energy

    Saving Electrical Energy

    Electrical Energy Consumption” Sustainability and electricity Where does electricity come from? Most people use electricity and see it as something that is infinite and probably don’t give a second thought about its source. This is quite understandable, considering electricity looks clean; it doesn’t cause any noise pollution or direct air pollution. The fact is that most electricity is produced by burning coal, and the use of nuclear power plants. Simply stated, the more electricity

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    Submitted: February 9, 2010 By: Kevin
  • Usa and Mexico a Comparison of Two Cultures

    Usa and Mexico a Comparison of Two Cultures

    USA &Mexico Running Head: USA &MEXICO: A COMPARISON OF TWO CULTURES USA & Mexico A Comparison of Two Cultures Andrew Klupsch Cultural Psychology Ishler 2-4 Texas in it self is a highly diverse multicultural society. It takes on many aspects of many different cultures. One very noticeable culture that has a great impact on Texas would be that of the Mexican culture. Because Mexican culture is so apparent in Texas, that it is easy to

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    Submitted: February 9, 2010 By: Wendy
  • He Corporate Social Responsibility : Tesco Study Case

    He Corporate Social Responsibility : Tesco Study Case

    Management report: The Corporate Social Responsibility CRS in terms of marketing strategy and competitive advantage. Propose: This present paper tries to enhance the different views about CSR, in the global vision of all the stakeholders, in the particular context of retailing. We will treat the interest for a company to deal with responsible actions and activities, and the main breaks found by certain authors. The subject is treated in relation with marketing strategies and tries

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    Submitted: February 9, 2010 By: Fonta
  • Cultural Diversity

    Cultural Diversity

    Many people are affected by cultural differences, but if one tries to break the barriers, the attempt is usually received with open arms and graciously. I remember when preparing for my trip to Germany friends asked why I chose Germany. I responded with “why not?” Then I was confronted with reasoning like “look what happened in World War II, you do not know their language,” and my favorite, “all there are is Nazi people over

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    Submitted: February 10, 2010 By: Top
  • Culture

    Culture

    Journal Essay #1 Culture is a word that can be defined by many aspects. Cultures are collective beliefs that in turn shape behavior. Cultures are based in part on emotion which may vary when change is threatened. The relationship between individual personality and organizational culture is a topic typically considered in theoretical terms. Cultures are based on a foundation of historical continuity. Although cultures resist change, they are constantly changing. Individuals attempt to (and sometimes

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    Submitted: February 11, 2010 By: Fatih
  • Mmc Corporation Summary

    Mmc Corporation Summary

    MITSUBISHI MOTORS CORPORATION ANNUAL REPORT 2004 YEAR ENDED MARCH 31, 2004 FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS This annual report contains forward-looking statements about Mitsubishi Motors Corporation’s plans, strategies, beliefs and performance that are not historical facts. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections about the industries in which Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (MMC) operates, management’s beliefs and assumptions made by management. As the expectations, estimates, forecasts and projections are subject to a number of

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    Submitted: February 11, 2010 By: regina
  • Differences Between Ethnocentrism and Cultural Relativism

    Differences Between Ethnocentrism and Cultural Relativism

    Differences between Ethnocentrism and Cultural Relativism The world today consists of an incalculable number of societies. Each society varies significantly in the different elements of culture. Culture is one's designed way of living based on erudite customs, knowledge, material items, and behavior. Within every society today lives an ethnocentric attitude. The belief that ones own culture is superior to that of another's. However, it is important to develop a sense of cultural relativism in today's

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    Submitted: February 11, 2010 By: Tommy
  • Lebanon: A Brief Cultural Overview

    Lebanon: A Brief Cultural Overview

    Lebanon: A Brief Cultural Overview Lebanon's rich history has been shaped by many cultural traditions, including Phoenician, Greek, Roman, Islamic, Crusader, Ottoman Turkish, French, and recently American. The resulting culture is distinctively Lebanese, a combination of East and West, past and present. Music Folk music and dancing have a long tradition and are very popular. The national dance, the dabke, is an energetic folk dance that has influenced many European and American folk dances. Classical

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    Submitted: February 11, 2010 By: Mike
  • American Cultural Imperialism: Fact or Myth?

    American Cultural Imperialism: Fact or Myth?

    American Cultural Imperialism: Fact or Myth? The phenomenon known as globalization has brought sweeping changes to the world. Forces associated with globalization like the spread of capitalism, advancements in communications and information technology, and expansion of the media have contributed to these changes. The main trademark of globalization has been an increasing flow of exchange in trade and culture. With this lowering of barriers, some people have begun to talk of a global culture. Others

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    Submitted: February 11, 2010 By: Monika
  • Nature Vs. Culture

    Nature Vs. Culture

    The history of global conflict can be explained by examining the beginnings of interaction among men and what has caused them to behave in this way. The arguments of nature and nurture are typical argumentative factors that may determine whether or not violence and the tendency to engage in war is an inherent trait of men. Although the argument that nature is responsible for determining man’s conduct, the cultural values of men is a better

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    Submitted: February 12, 2010 By: Top
  • On Religion: Speeches to Its Cultured Despisers

    On Religion: Speeches to Its Cultured Despisers

    On Religion: Speeches to its Cultured Despisers Friedrich Schleiermacher, a Protestant theologian, philosopher, and educator, who wrote On Religion: Speeches to its Cultured Despisers (1799), ventured into Christian dogmatics in a non-conventional yet avant-garde manner. His new approach to critically analyzing religion signaled the beginning of the era of Protestant Liberal Theology whilst simultaneously placing his book among the “classic” substantive works that speaks to “religion and Christian faith” (Schleiermacher vii). Schleiermacher, sometimes called the

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    Submitted: February 12, 2010 By: Steve
  • Cultural Comparison of Russia

    Cultural Comparison of Russia

    Gender roles in Russia have dramatically changed since the fall of the former Soviet Union and the fall of communism. It is hard to look directly at the constitution of Russia seeing as though the drafting and redrafting of their constitution is still underway. However, looking at the constitution of the former Soviet Union, you can see it is clearly stated that: “Women and men have equal rights.” It is very clear that in

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    Submitted: February 12, 2010 By: Edward
  • Teletech Corporation

    Teletech Corporation

    TELETECH CORPORATION, 1996 Raiders Dials Teletech Wake-up Call Needed Says Investor New York (AP)---The reclusive billionaire Victor Yossarian has acquired a 10 percent stake in Teletech Corporation and has demanded two seats on the firm’s board of directors. The purchase was revealed yesterday in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission, and separately in a letter to Teletech’s CEO, Maxwell Harper. “The firm is misusing its resources and not earning an adequate return,” the

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    Submitted: February 13, 2010 By: Mike
  • Nucor Corporation

    Nucor Corporation

    History Nucor Corporation is in the steel producing industry. Nucor Corporation is the largest steel producer in the United States with over $4.1 billion in sales annually. Nucor’s headquarters are located in Charlotte, North Carolina. Nucor’s corporate offices have been located in the South Park area of Charlotte since 1991. Nucor Corporation is a unique company with tremendous flexibility between its management and employees. This steel giant has its own website: www.nucor.com. Daniel R. DiMicco

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    Submitted: February 13, 2010 By: Fonta
  • Le: Incentive Sytems & Culture

    Le: Incentive Sytems & Culture

    Lincoln Electric Incentive System Cultural implications for the Netherlands 1. Company Background Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (LE) is a publicly held company founded in 1895 in Ohio, USA. LE is the world leader in designing, developing and manufacturing welding and cutting products and systems, reporting net sales of almost 2 billion dollars in 2006. Headquartered in Cleveland, the firm has 30 manufacturing locations in 18 countries, of which one is located in Nijmegen, the Netherlands.

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    Submitted: February 13, 2010 By: Anna
  • Marriott Corporation: The Cost of Capital

    Marriott Corporation: The Cost of Capital

    Marriott Corporation: The Cost of Capital Problem Analysis Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) As did Marriott in the case study, we will use the Capital Asset Pricing Model (CAPM) for help in determining the cost of equity - the return we expect from the company and each of its divisions. Our goal is to calculate the Weighted Average Cost of Capital (WACC) for Marriott on the whole and each of its three divisions - Lodging,

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    Submitted: February 13, 2010 By: Jessica
  • External Ananlysis - Apple Corporation

    External Ananlysis - Apple Corporation

    Apple Computer’s 30-year history is full of highs and lows, which is what we would expect in a highly innovative company. They evolved throughout the years into an organization that is very much a representation of its leader, Steven Jobs. Apple made several hugely successful product introductions over the years. They have also completely fallen on their face on several occasions. (Burrows, Grover, and Green) External Analysis: 1) Technological Change: Technological change creates both opportunity

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    Submitted: February 13, 2010 By: Monika
  • Corporate Strategy

    Corporate Strategy

    With emphasis on Rayovac’s rapid growth and expansion, its success can be attributed mainly to a well-defined and executed corporate strategic plan which seems effective. Being coined as the third largest battery maker, Rayovac’s alkaline battery strategy to this day is competing on price. Their pricing tactic is relatively low as matched with their rivals, Duracell and Energizer, in an effort to gain market share. The company has made giant leaps in developing partnerships with

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    Submitted: February 13, 2010 By: regina
  • The Unity of Culture; the Separation of oneself

    The Unity of Culture; the Separation of oneself

    “It was called the Earthboy place, although no one by that name (or any other) had lived in it for twenty years.”(166)James Welch in his fictitious allegory, “The Earthboy Place,” presents the idea of how assimilation has caused many Indians to stop continuing with their lives as a native. Consequently, they leave their homelands to earn a living in another “world” which shows adaptation to the Westerners’ culture; likewise to the writing of McNickle’s.

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    Submitted: February 13, 2010 By: Jon
  • The Religious World of Amish Culture

    The Religious World of Amish Culture

    The Religious World of Amish Culture Many tourists are fascinated by the Amish people and their culture. People from all over the world have gone to places like Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, trying to catch the meaning and the reason behind the Amish way of life. Throughout the 19th century Amish people have encountered some difficulties in practicing their religion and living they way they desired to. Disagreements did not only generated between the Amish people

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    Submitted: February 14, 2010 By: Jon
  • Position Paper Admonishing the Use of Corporal Punishment in Public Schools

    Position Paper Admonishing the Use of Corporal Punishment in Public Schools

    Position Paper Admonishing the Use of Corporal Punishment in Public Schools The position this paper represents does not delve into the historical theories or the moral philosophies as to whether or not corporal punishment toward children is, in and of itself, effective or morally acceptable. Instead, the position of this paper is to argue against the use of corporal punishment as a means to behavior modification in public schools throughout America. For years the debate

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    Submitted: February 14, 2010 By: Wendy
  • Piercing the Corporate Veil

    Piercing the Corporate Veil

    One of the most uncertain areas in company law today is the situation in which a court is willing to set aside the separate legal personality of a company. Separate legal personality i.e. where a company is regarded by the courts as a legal person with its own rights and responsibilities and that it is capable of owning property amongst other things. Laffoy J stated in Fyffes Plc v Dcc Plc & Ors , "It

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    Submitted: February 14, 2010 By: Artur