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Training Tourism Workers, 2007.
A research study that aims to develop and evaluate a curriculum model and a set of core competencies which provides effective tourism education and training of front-line tourism workers in Thailand.
3,309 words (approx. 13.2 pages), 19 sources, MLA, $ 94.95
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The paper explains that The World Trade Organization (WTO) has forecast that Thailand can expect to receive 36 million tourists in the year 2020. The paper discusses how the tourism industry will be quite challenged by this projection. The paper reviews relevant literature that shows how the ability to interact with cultures other that one's own is critical for those employed in this industry. Literature also shows how core competencies must consist of skills that are transferable to their work in the tourism industry.
Outline:
Aim of Research
Research Objectives
Research Questions
Key Terms and Definitions
Introduction
Review of Literature
Tourism Education and Training
Core Competencies
Curriculum Model
Front-line Workers
Proposed Conceptual Framework
Research Methodology
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"In 1998 Thailand recorded visitor arrivals totalling 7.76 million which was an increase of 7.53 percent from 1997 and arrivals increased 11.14 percent over 1998 totals in 1999. Major realignment has taken place in Thailand's marketing plans where advertising budgets were cut and promotional offices abroad have been closed. New markets have been tapped as well as new forms of distribution which had as its' focus direct contact between the buyers and sellers in the tourism market. Stated is "...an increasing trend toward partnerships and pooling of resources as a means of maximizing the promotional dollar by integrating all the stakeholders from transportation and commerce in health and retail..." (Asia & The Pacific, 1999)"
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International Strategies, 2007.
This paper discusses international strategies using the U.S. foreign policy toward Vietnam as the example.
1,063 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 37.95
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This paper explains that many people think of foreign policy as exclusively pertaining to military action but, in reality, international strategies can pertain to all aspects of international affairs, including diplomacy, economic assistance and developmental assistance. The author points out that, using the international strategy called development assistance, the U.S. helped South Vietnam build its infrastructure and economy and provided many new products to be used for agricultural production. The paper relates that, as part of its foreign policy, the United States educates the world about America and implementing American products, ideas and cultures in different countries; thereby, McDonald's and The Gap have set-up shops in the cities of Vietnam and are doing a huge business.
Table of Contents:
How the U.S. Implements Strategies in Vietnam
Diplomatic Relations
Broad Foreign Policy
Conclusion
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"Diplomacy is a strategy used by many nations including the United States in resolving issues without resorting to war. The issues can be military issues, economic issues, social or cultural issues. They have a potentially negative impact on their relationships between the two nations or they have the ability to create tension that could ultimately lead to war. The diplomats that are chosen to represent each nation are chosen for their lifetime achievements and their well known ability to mediate and help resolve situations that can become volatile."
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Video Games and the Vietnamese Market, 2006.
An in-depth discussion on the introduction of video games to Vietnam.
6,377 words (approx. 25.5 pages), 19 sources, MLA, $ 148.95
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This paper takes a look at Electronic Arts, Inc., one of the major players in the video game industry. The paper attempts to assess the viability of further extending the company's operations into Vietnam. The paper reviews and analyzes the relevant and scholarly literature to develop a sound basis for the summary and recommendations supplied in the conclusion.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Purpose of Study
Importance of Study
Scope of Study
Overview of Study
Chapter 2: Review of Related Literature
Chapter 3: Methodology
Description of the Study Approach
Data-gathering Method and Database of Study
Chapter 4: Data Analysis
Chapter 5: Summary, Conclusions and Recommendations
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"The report also suggests that the idea that software piracy only adversely affects large Western software producers such as Electronic Arts is completely misguided. In this regard, Piazza reports that, "Foreign software makers can spread the piracy risk across multiple markets while local producers take the full brunt of piracy" (2003, p. 44). Although the company has taken the same precautions that are available to all video gaming manufacturers in attempting to protect its products from such piracy, the fact remains that it is a simple matter to copy the company's products and it can reasonably be expected that this practice will continue unabated until the government of Vietnam is able to establish more stringent controls. "
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National Security Affairs of Vietnam, 2006.
A review of Vietnam's national security affairs.
1,255 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper presents an exploration of the national security affairs of Vietnam. It examines Vietnam's major and minor adversaries and discusses the national purpose of Vietnam and how that interest creates international conflict or affects international relations. The paper also uncovers the source of power for Vietnam and summarizes any threat that Vietnam is currently facing.
Outline:
Introduction
Major Adversary
Minor Adversary
National Purpose
Ideologies
National Threat
Conclusion
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"The national purpose of Vietnam is three fold. The first purpose that the nation has is to rebuild its highways, roads, bridges, trade industry and agricultural abilities that were destroyed during the conflict. This has been a steady goal of the nation since the 1970's.
The second purpose of Vietnam is to develop strong relations with the United States. The United States has recently become the number one trading partner with Vietnam. The exports and imports of the nations currently total $4 billion annually with growth on the horizon. The continued friendship between the United States and Vietnam is important as a national purpose for Vietnam as it continues to avoid China's watchful eye and wrath.
As long as Vietnam and the United States remain friendly and continue to build relations Vietnam will feel more comfortable if a face off with China ever occurs. With the US as an ally it is probable that China will think twice before making any move in the direction of Vietnam(Heitzman, 1991). "
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Sweatshops in China, 2006.
A discussion regarding the labor practices in Chinese sweatshops.
2,518 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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This paper presents a detailed examination of labor in China, focusing specifically on sweatshops and unions. The paper explores what a sweatshop is, why they still exist in China and what the American labor movement is doing to try and stop them.
Outline:
Introduction
The Outcry
Defining the Term
Focus on China
American Union Response
Chinese Worker Response
Conclusion
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"While her case brought international attention to the issue there are hundreds of thousands of identical sweatshops throughout China employing many millions of men, women and children who are trapped in a cycle that they cannot break. The pay is so substandard that they often find they have to live with dozens of other people in a single home so that they can afford to buy food. Even given this effort the food that they can afford is often substandard therefore the nutritional needs are not being met. This cycle is difficult to break as they do not make enough money to provide for their families while they begin new jobs or careers. "
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Is China a Threat to the U.S. Economy?, 2007.
This paper analyzes whether the growing Chinese economy is a threat to the United States.
1,481 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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The paper discusses how many people feel threatened by the rapid growth of China's economy. Some are concerned that China's large population of low-cost workers will eventually damage the United States' economy. Many worry that China's inexpensive goods will cause trade problems. Despite these concerns, the paper notes that China's growing and evolving market actually presents opportunities for the U.S. economy. The paper explains that China's rapid economic growth has helped improve the world's economy and the U.S. is strong enough to compete with the Chinese companies. The paper adds that Americans stand to benefit by learning from current Chinese values: a hardworking attitude, entrepreneurship, ambition and problem-solving abilities.
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"China's fast economic growth, foreign direct investment, and large share in foreign trade markets confirm that China is indeed a rising economic power (Lardy, 2002). For this reason, many Americans are quick to blame China for a loss of jobs in the U.S. and for the increasing bilateral trade deficit that the United States has with China. However, it is also important to consider China as the fastest-growing large U.S. export market and see the opportunities rather than just the threats."
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The Han Dynasty, 2006.
A discussion regarding the Han Dynasty, which ruled China from about 200 B.C. to about 220 A.D.
1,341 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 45.95
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This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes Chinese history. The paper takes a look at the Han Dynasty, focusing specifically on the tombs of the time, especially the Mawangdui tomb. According to the paper, cave like tombs were as important to the Chinese as the Pyramids were to ancient Egyptians. Imperial Chinese families were buried in the royal tombs, along with many items necessary for a happy life after death. The paper discusses how the Han Dynasty created some of the most remarkable Chinese burial tombs, and created the great trade route known as the Silk Road, which greatly aided China and Asia in world trade.
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"Two of the tombs contained numerous fragments and entire pieces of silk material, which are some of the first silk remnants found in China. Cang's wife was found wrapped in eighteen layers of fine silk, while there were numerous silk manuscripts found in all the tombs. The excavation is the oldest known in China, and so indicates the first silk findings in the country's history. They indicate early silk was exceptionally light, delicate, and beautiful, but under the right conditions, it survived thousands of years. Most people associate silk with garments and even home decor, but the finds in the Mawangdui indicate silk had another very important use in preserving Chinese culture. Scholars used silk as a writing medium, and bound the delicate silk pages into books. Over 30 of these books were unearthed in the Mawangdui tombs, and they indicate the level of learning and scholarly discourse during the zenith of the Han Dynasty. Archaeologists also found maps painted on silk, and silk T-shaped wall hangings depicting life and culture during the Han Dynasty (Doar). Thus, the Mawangdui tombs represent one of the most important excavations in Chinese history, especially when it comes to the significance of silk in the culture and society."
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Economic Growth in the Asia-Pacific Region, 2007.
This paper examines the economic performance of the Asia-Pacific region and its relationship to foreign direct investment (FDI).
2,177 words (approx. 8.7 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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The paper discusses how growth in the Asia-Pacific region has been explosive, largely due to the amount of foreign direct investment (FDI). The paper looks at theories of the positive and negative consequences of FDI in the growth and economic development of developing countries. The paper explains that the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of a country, especially one that is developing, is important; it helps them to receive more credit, allows them to do more with the capital that they have and ensures that their currency is more valuable. The paper points out that there should be a higher FDI in many of the developing countries and notes that China is receiving much more FDI than the other developing countries.
Outline:
Introduction
Economic Factors
Institutional Structure
Environment and Economic Growth Performance
Conclusion
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"The productivity that is seen in these developing economies is highly important. Productivity is raised when FDI is involved, largely due to the fact that more people in the host country are able to get jobs. Many of these developing countries are not able to support themselves very well, and many of their people are very poor (Wakeman, 1984). When foreign investors become more involved in a country, they bring jobs, and they bring wages that are usually quite respectable for that particular country. This is a strong incentive for individuals in that country to seek employment at the new business, and therefore the people that do receive employment there will want to work very hard to ensure the safety of their jobs and to attempt to get raises and promotions (Wakeman, 1984)."
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Breast Cancer Risk Factors, 2007.
A discussion on breast cancer risk factors in Japanese-Americans.
7,696 words (approx. 30.8 pages), 21 sources, MLA, $ 167.95
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The paper discusses how, when Japanese women move to the United States and adopt an American life-style, their risk of getting breast cancer almost doubles. The paper examines the importance of this fact in the search for better ways to prevent and cure the disease. The paper further examines how these factors suggest that the breast cancer rates among these groups may be due to behavioral factors that can be altered to lower breast cancer rates for all women, regardless of genetic make-up or exogenous factors.
Outline:
Introduction
The Study Population
Literature Review:
The Risk Factors
Clues from Other Ethnic Groups
Assessing the Risk in Japanese Americans
Meta-analysis of the Studies
Conclusion
Works Cited
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"One of the major problems found among this population is that they tend ignore activities leading to early diagnosis and treatment. Therefore, their cancer is in an advanced stage long before it is diagnosed. For instance, 48% of Filipino women fail to receive pap smears at the recommended time. Nearly 25% of Filipino women and 38% of Korean women do not get colorectal cancer screening at the recommended time (Maxwell, Bastani, and Warda, 2000). No information was found for the Japanese population. Approximately 79% of Asian-born Asian American women who develop breast cancer have greater proportion of tumors larger than 1 cm at the time of diagnosis (Hedeen, White, and Taylor, 1999). This indicates an absence of breast self-examinations among this population and mammography for early detection. This was confirmed by a study conducted by (Tang, Solomon, Yeh, and Worden, 1999)."
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Fashion Marketing, 2007.
A research proposal about the influence Western culture has on the fashion marketing industry in Thailand.
1,290 words (approx. 5.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 43.95
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In this paper, the researcher proposes examining the ways in which fashion, pop icons, singers, actors and other celebrities influence fashion trends and marketing techniques adopted in Thailand. The researcher aims to accomplish this through survey questionnaires mailed to a selected population of Thai citizens aged 18-40. The researcher expects the results of the study to show that the West has had a significant impact on Thai fashion marketing, especially within the last decade.
Outline:
Introduction
Literature Review - Historical Background
Methods
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"Many have linked modernization with Asia as Westernization, claming that much of what occurs within Asia revolves around changes in Western culture (Sheridan, 1999). This is evidenced in many ways, including by examining the influence Western culture has had on Asian culture with respect to popular culture, media and even fashion (Sheridan, 1999). There is direct and indirect evidence that the West has had a dramatic impact on Asian culture in the last several decades (Sheridan, 1999)."
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Eastern Religions, 2006.
A discussion on four Eastern religious traditions---Hinduism, Shinto, Buddhism and Taoism.
1,180 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 40.95
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This paper examines how Hinduism teaches that there are different methods by which a person can reach "god" or a place of spiritual awareness and peace--- karma, jnana, and bhakti. It points out that Shinto, Buddhism and Taoism, which are of the Japanese religious tradition, are influenced significantly by Hinduism especially the conceptions of the divine and of human nature. The paper relates that these Eastern religious traditions are present in many aspects of Western life especially in popular culture media, such as movies like "The Matrix" trilogy.
From the Paper
"The first method, karma, is something that we have no control over in the afterlife-after one has lived a life, performed certain actions, and behaved in a certain manner, your reward or punishment will be meted out via karmic action. Dependent upon one's caste, karma can be "undone" through "asceticism, meditation, devotions to and worship of the gods." Karma is really not a method of reaching god, since it is dependent on other actions and beliefs for its determinations. Those beliefs and actions are better personified by the two methods of achieving spiritual consciousness, jnana and bhakti."
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Art of War, 2007.
This paper provides a book review of the work "The Art of War" by Sun Tzu.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 60.95
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In this article, the writer discusses that the overall tenor of Sun Tzu's work is the use of war to achieve strategic advantage in politics, rather than to establish unquestioned dominance over an area. The writer notes that perhaps this is why the book is more popular today with leaders in non-military arenas, such as business and politics, who put Tzu's words into effect in diplomatic, rather than militaristic ways. Further, the writer points out that the constrained and tactical use of war to achieve an advantage was ideal in feudal societies, where war was an accepted part of life, but in a contained although constant fashion. The writer concludes that even though military circumstances have changed, because Sun Tzu introduced so many elements to his work with principles, examples, and potent metaphors that could be extrapolated to other areas of life, his words live on.
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"The emotional needs of the troops must be respected for the moral cause to move forward, they must be treated like men, and be entertained and well fed. Of course, this costs money, and Sun Tzu sees it as folly to go to war without enough money to feed, clothe, and arm soldiers. But it is also folly to bankrupt the government's coffers for the sake of the troops if one can forage effectively upon the enemy, rather than depending on the expenses of shipping goods to the troops. Sun Tzu is compassionate and practical."
"Sun Tzu's practicality extends to his views on war in general. He says it is best not to go to war at all, if one is ridiculously overmatched--Sun Tzu considers this a failure of moral authority and leadership as well, to commit an army to a cause that they are sure to lose. In what may seem odd in a book devoted to giving advice about war, Sun Tzu does not glorify warfare, or advocate a society should be perpetually at war."
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