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The Atomic Bomb and Terrorism, 2008.
An argument that the United States' use of the atomic bomb on Japan was essentially an act of terrorism.
1,504 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 49.95
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The paper discusses the short and long range effectiveness of the United States' use of nuclear bombs against Japan. The paper relates that the United States defines terrorism as an act of violence against civilians with the intent to change political, military, social, economic or other policy of a government or people. The paper then argues that the United States' drop of the bombs on Japan fits this description of terrorism.
From the Paper
"The use of atomic weapons has never been a clearly defined choice for any nation. Nuclear power yields destruction on a level that is virtually incomprehensible. Two single war-head nuclear bombs were dropped on two cities in Japan and those two cities were leveled. The Japanese had no choice but to completely and utterly surrender to the United States. Those two bombs ended a war. But, at what cost? The truth is that, on some level, the choice to bomb Japan and not Berlin was based upon a virulent racism that coursed through the veins of the United States."
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Guanxi, 2008.
A study proposal to determine whether Guanxi can be a source of sustained competitive advantage for doing business in China.
3,814 words (approx. 15.3 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 104.95
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The paper explains the concept of Guanxi that demonstrates the principles of an interrelation style based on previous relationships. The paper presents a literature review and outlines the proposed research on whether Guanxi can be a source of sustained competitive advantage for doing business in China. The paper relates that the study will explore this question through a greater understanding of Guanxi in action and in productive formats, as well as through looking at areas of resistance to it and how well business relationships survive this resistance in a business culture that thrives on the use of Guanxi. The paper describes the study's setting, its methodology and the expected results.
Outline:
Statement of Problem/Proposal Introduction
Review of Literature
Research Question
Setting
Methodology
Expected Results
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"According to Wood, Whiteley & Zhang the concept of Guanxi, best translates in the western tradition to "who you know not what you know." In the same article the authors point out that the differences in Western vs. the Guanxi pattern of organization include, "differences in motives for utilization, the nature of reciprocation, the time orientation of the concepts, the use of power differentiation, the nature or source of power, and the nature of sanction employed as a result of different concepts." (2002, p.263) Many, spin negativity on the concept of getting somewhere based upon who you know as fierce independence and the rejection of traditional hierarchical systems, idealized in the western tradition restrict the allowance of birthright or privilege as a legitimate manner of getting ahead. Many would call it nepotism and reject it out of hand, despite the fact that it or something like it is evident in nearly every business culture in the world, not excluding the west. Who is unaware of the fact that the best way to get a job is to talk to everyone you know and get recommendations from them for where to go?"
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Business - International, 2008.
A review of three articles "Oceania: Government Orders Fish Company to Shut Down" published in 'The Pacific Magazine', "Asia: Protesters Tell Wal-Mart to Quit India" by Nandini Lakshman and "South America: New South American Bank Planned" by James Ingham.
1,017 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 35.95
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The paper discusses three different articles about business decisions made by the Palau Government of Oceania, Venezuela's President Hugo Chavez, and the inhabitants of Maharashtra, India. The paper comments on the influence these decisions had on international management. The three articles discussed are "Oceania: Government Orders Fish Company to Shut Down" published in 'The Pacific Magazine', "Asia: Protesters Tell Wal-Mart to Quit India" by Nandini Lakshman and "South America: New South American Bank Planned" by James Ingham.
Outline:
Article Review
Influence on International Management
South America: New South American Bank Planned
Article Review
Influence on International Management
Asia: Protesters Tell Wal-Mart to Quit India
Article Review
Influence on International Management
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" On the other hand, the protests in Asia impact the international managers in the meaning that they increase the awareness in regard to the problems posed on positioning their products onto a foreign country. International managers will better analyze the cultural features of their destination region and the businesses that are being developed there. In order for these companies to properly function within the new territory, they must not pose a threat to local businesses and they should present the population with products that can not be produced internally."
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The Legacy of Nehru, 2008.
An in-depth analysis of Jawaharlal Nehru's influence on India's development.
2,818 words (approx. 11.3 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 83.95
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The paper analyzes Nehru's philosophy, his performance as a revolutionary and as a government leader and his impact on the Indian state. The paper shows how he was well prepared to meet the challenges posed by the newly independent nation. The paper also discusses his missteps, such as the insistence on a centrally planned economy and strained relations with Pakistan, China and America, but concludes that Nehru helped to create a legacy of democracy and social reform that is apparent in India to this day.
Outline:
Introduction
Philosophy
Performance
Impact
Conclusion
From the Paper
"When Jawaharlal Nehru came to power as prime minister of the newly independent India in 1947, he inherited not only a country in flux, but a world undergoing great turmoil and change. After nearly 30 years of working alongside the iconic Mohandas Gandhi to procure independence from the British, Nehru was tasked with building a government, trying to preserve national unity and reconstructing a tattered Indian economy. All around him, the post-World War II world was changing and the Cold War heating up, with world super powers competing for the fragile new government's allegiance."
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Jemaah Islamiyah, 2008.
An in-depth review of the Jemaah Islamiyah Southeast Asian terrorist group.
4,091 words (approx. 16.4 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 110.95
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The paper describes the Jemaah Islamiyah organization and their goal of creating an Islamic state in Southeast Asia. The paper discusses this terrorist group's origins, creation, current status, financing and ideology. The paper also shows how the organization's underground activities, the close international cooperation with so many other groups around the world, and the financing make it impossible for the organization to be terminated. The paper asserts that we can only closely monitor the organization and prevent other terrorist attacks that they are most likely planning.
From the Paper
"The main goal of the organization is of creating an Islamic state in Southeast Asia. Considering that Southeast Asia has the largest Muslim population in the world, it is no news that extremist Muslim organizations operate in the area. Jemaah Islamiyah is the strongest and most dangerous terrorist organization in the region particularly because of the great number of people that believe in the cause of the organization. The dimension of its attacks shows that Jemaah Islamiyah is an organization that is truly committed to its goals and that it should be dealt with in the most serious manner."
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Chinese Culture, 2008.
This paper explores Chinese values, beliefs and culture as manifested in their health, food and medicine.
1,123 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 38.95
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The paper discusses Chinese ideas about health, food, and medicine and explains that Chinese ideas about health, food and medicine are not distinct aspects but rather interrelated ones that serve to promote harmony and temper the senses. The paper explains five influences that the Chinese idea of health care is based on, describes Chinese cooking and refers to the practice of acupuncture. The paper relates that healing, health care and health management with the Chinese should be a holistic approach that serves to understand the culture as well as promote well-being without being biased against the beliefs and values.
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"When people hear the word "China" the first thing that comes to mind is a vast country in the Orient filled with wonder and exotic attributes - that was until globalization set put as a major player in the everyday lives of countries and peoples. Now China is known for cheap manufacturing and labor, Dao Ming, Jet Li or Jackie Chan. China is also known as a communist nation with heavy capitalist leaning and this is more apparent as a result of various American companies outsourcing its manufacturing and production facilities there. Despite the supposedly modernized economy of China, they still have their strong values, beliefs and culture. This is also evident when in comes to their beliefs in birth, death, diseases and health in general."
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The US and Chinese Human Rights, 2008.
A persuasive essay that the United States should apply greater pressure on China to improve its human rights practices.
823 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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The paper asserts that the United States only refuses to impose strict economic sanctions on China because economic interests prevail over democratic principles. The paper relates that the 1989 Tiananmen Square Massacre forced the then President Bush to impose economic sanctions on China, but these sanctions were later reduced and have little impact anymore. The paper argues that despite the economic interests involved, the US must still assure that the Chinese government change its policy and improve its human rights practices.
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"China is one of the few existing communist countries in the world and it has known a rapid growth in the past decades, economically speaking. Considering the growing economy and the large population, China is one of the important actors on the international scene. It is important for US to develop close relationships with China, especially in economic terms. However, the continuous disrespect and constant proofs of human rights breaking in China make it impossible for the United States, as one of the strongest advocates of human rights, to ignore the issue and develop normal economic relations with China."
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Guanxi Organizational Model, 2008.
A research proposal examining the Guanxi organizational model and its use as a source of sustained competitive advantage for doing business in China.
2,244 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 11 sources, APA, $ 69.95
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This paper discusses how organizational leadership in the western tradition can be significantly different than in Eastern cultures, such as China. It particularly focuses on Guanxi and discusses whether it can be a source of sustained competitive advantage for doing business in China. The paper presents a research proposal that details differences in the application of the Guanxi organizational model across the three different organizations.
Table of Contents:
Statement of Problem/Proposal Introduction
Review of Literature
Research Question
Setting
Methodology
Expected Results
From the Paper
"Each setting will receive one hundred quantitative questionnaires that contain questions regarding the utilization of Guanxi in the business in which they work. The questionnaires will be distributed across the hierarchy of the system and will include questions regarding the perceived value of Guanxi as well as the perceived drawbacks, i.e. with regard to doing business for or with a foreign owned business all the questions in these sections will be ratings based on a scale from 1-10. The questionnaire will also ask yes or no questions with regard to the perceived ethics of several Guanxi based scenarios, without using the terminology, to compare the results of the three locations with regard to the perception of solutions gleaned from this method of organization. The anonymity of answers will be stressed in a disclaimer outlining the purpose and reasons for the study and how it will be utilized. The questionnaires will be distributed using email. All organization participants will be informed of the timing of emailed questionnaires so they will be made aware that their employees may need 15 minutes to an hour to fill out answers. The organization can use its own discretion as to whether it will compensate employees for this time or if they will be asked to fill out the questionnaire on their own time."
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The Rise of China, 2008.
An analysis of the economic rise of China and the impact is has had on economic globalization.
1,459 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 48.95
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This paper analyzes the impact that the rise of China has had on the process of economic globalization. It first discusses the current situation of the Chinese economy and then looks at the reactions other international actors, such as the US and the European Union have had to the economic boom of China. Lastly, the paper discusses the implications and prospects China's evolution would have for the international scene.
From the Paper
"The future evolution of the Chinese model of development in the context of the globalized economy is however hard to ascertain. It depends on various factors. On the one hand, the political dimension plays an essential part, taking into account the planned economic system present in China and the central role communist politics, despite its slightly reformed nature, has on the decisions taken in relation to the economic practices. Secondly, there is the matter of the oversaturation of the markets, both internal and international ones. The internal market benefits from 1.3 billion consumers who are rather committed to their indigenous production. However, if Chinese markets do open to foreign trade, as stipulated in the WTO guidelines China should obey, the population may change its choice and prefer Western goods as well. The international markets in their turn do not have the purchase power to draw the immense production of the Chinese labor force, and to some degree, may even refuse to do so, taking into account the inferior quality of some of the Chinese products. Finally, a matter worth considering is the issue of the supply of energy and other natural resources which China is dependent on. Seeing the recent oil crises and the decisions taken at the highest levels to limit energy supplies, the means through which China will be able to procure energy will be of considerable importance in its future economic evolution."
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The Rise of China, 2008.
Explores the possibility of peace, stability and prosperity of Southeast Asia, given the rise of China.
2,175 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 67.95
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This paper states that China has recovered its larger economic, political and military stature in East Asia and is becoming a major power in the world. This ominous development is of supreme concern and interest to the United States. The author discusses China's complex relationship with Taiwan and its apprehension about Japan's agreement with the United States on a theater missile defense (TMD) system and on launching spy satellites. The paper explains the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and the concern of China about the nuclearization of India, Pakistan and North Korea.
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"Although almost all states in the world signed the NPT, the world remained insecure and at the brink of nuclear proliferation and disaster. Observers and critics believe that preventing this would require States with nuclear capabilities to reconsider their stand on a higher moral standpoint and discard their nuclear modernization programs. Israel, India, Pakistan and North Korea, for example, needed to terminate their respective programs and agendas, using nuclear weapons."
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Sponsorship Effectiveness, 2008.
An in-depth study measuring the effectiveness of television sponsorship in Singapore in relation to a service-related product such as MasterCard.
13,458 words (approx. 53.8 pages), 57 sources, APA, $ 249.95
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This paper presents a research study that measures the intention to purchase of sponsored product after watching a television program sponsored by MasterCard in Singapore. It ascertains the effectiveness of television sponsorship in Singapore, by predicting the intentions to purchase of sponsor's product or utilize sponsor's services using a modified version of the theory of planned behavior (TPB). Overall, the purpose of the study is to uncover the major influences on the decision to purchase a sponsor's product. Effectiveness of sponsorship has been measured in this thesis using the theory of planned behavior Both, theory of planned behavior and social identity are used to determine whether social identity adds explanatory value to the theory of planned behavior for sponsors.
Outline:
Introduction
Literature Review
methodology
Results and Discussion
Conclusion
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"The seventh question explored the relationship between intention to purchase and social identity (family). Question eight explores the relationship between social identity (friends) and intention to purchase. The answers of the respondents have been summarized in Table 8.1. Eighty Five (85) respondents asserted that it is "extremely likely" that for them to purchase a Master Card after watching the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) show sponsored by them is extremely important because of the support they have got from their friends. "
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The War in Afghanistan, 2008.
A description and explanation of the conflicts that have occurred in Afghanistan during the last few decades.
2,540 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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This paper describes the conflicts that have taken place within Afghanistan and cites examples of outside forces challenging the internal workings of a nation. The author also explains that one of the most fascinating aspects of this modern conflict is that first hand and very detailed information is available, as the majority of the events, occurred within the watchful eye of the international media, and many of those who were most intimately involved are still alive.
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"The modern War in Afghanistan began first with the Soviets, who in conflict with the US and other countries over ideology occupied the nation in 1979, fought a bitter war with Afghani rebels (aided by the US and Pakistan) and eventually withdrew its forces, fighting its way in, in 1979 and out in 1989. Second the rebels (of which there were many competing factions) many backed by the US deposed the Soviet leadership still officially in place (Najibullah) and sadly allowed for the takeover of the nation by a very extremist conservative Taliban, (between 1992-1996 when they took over Kabul the capital city). The period of Taliban control marked a period of extreme social and political order that only loosely represented order and was marked with extreme depravity and social control. The Taliban were then defeated by the Northern Alliance, a loose knit organization of rebels (again backed by the US) in 2001 at the start of the US War on Terror. It is safe to say that this convoluted and complicated turn of events forever changed Afghanistan and educated many on the meddling of men in the affairs of others, even though such lessons do not seem to be remembered."
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