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Revenue Healthcare, 2008.
A research analysis to discover which tools healthcare organizations and practitioners may use to increase revenue streams while facing rising costs and an increasingly aging population relying on Medicare and Medicaid.
2,013 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 63.95
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The paper reviews the trends, innovations and future of finances, revenue streams and investments in the healthcare industry. In doing so the paper proposes several choices or alternative sources of revenues for hospitals treating an ever-increasing number of patients that rely on Medicare and Medicaid for insurance. The paper comments that at the time of this study, most hospitals fell short of revenue goals because Medicare and Medicaid did not provide adequate compensation to meet the needs of the aging population.
Outline:
Introduction
Purpose of the Study
Overview Medicare & Medicaid
Background and Review of the Problem
Tools Used in the Past to Generate Revenue
Tools That May Save Money
Other Sources of Funding
How to Protect Revenue Streams
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"Unfortunately, while these programs offer some assistance to patients, Medicare and Medicaid often fall far short of need when the time comes to pay for lengthy hospital stays. Legislation in recent years has proposed cutting the budget for Medicare and Medicaid in the past, something that would only increase the problem hospitals and other healthcare facilities have when collecting revenues for treatments offered to the Medicare and Medicaid population (AHA, 2006). Many hospitals and other facilities have gone as far as denying treatment because they cannot keep up with costs associated with caring for those without secondary insurance."
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Ecological Imperialism and Marx's Capitalism, 2008.
This paper discusses ecological imperialism in light of Marx's views on capitalism.
1,042 words (approx. 4.2 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper looks at how political imperialism and capitalist forces are closely connected with ecological imperialism. In particular, the paper examines the theories of Alfred W. Crosby and Karl Marx on imperialism and looks at how they relate to ecological imperialism. The paper first discusses Crosby's thesis that imperialism did not only change the political and social structures of colonies but also affected their ecological systems. The paper then looks at Marx's arguments about the damage caused by capitalism. According to Marx, capitalism was a force that treated laborers as machines and did not give them the value they deserved. This degradation of work leads to degradation of environment and ecology.
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"Imperialism is a well-understood concept and the mere mention of the word generates extreme sentiments of resentment and bitterness against certain nations of the world. When imperialism in politics was destroying the colonies, there was another phenomenon at work, which had also been working hand in hand. It was called ecological imperialism where entire ecologies of colonies were changed because of imperial influences. Alfred W. Crosby first brought this forward in 1986 in his book Ecological Imperialism: The Biological Expansion of Europe, 900-1900."
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Thomas Malthus and Modern Agriculture, 2008.
A look at Thomas Malthus' view of modern agriculture in light of his criticism of the Poor Law.
791 words (approx. 3.2 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 28.95
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The paper relates that the arguments presented by economist Robert Thomas Malthus in regard to the English Poor Law can be expanded to numerous areas, including agriculture. The paper discusses the features of modern agriculture and Malthus' potential beliefs. The paper then shows how, due to the unique features of our contemporary economy, the liberalized markets and fierce competition, most of Malthus' arguments no longer find a practical application.
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"Thomas Malthus was a renowned economist of the seventeenth century England. His main areas of interest were demographics and the status of the population. One of his particular works was an essay that criticised the implementation of the Poor Law. This law was meant to relief poverty. It presupposed that a community's poor were identified and then aided by the wealthy population. The paupers were all brought together in workhouses, which were locations where the poor would live and work. The law was both welcome and criticised: the intention to aid the poor was noble, but on the other hand, it disadvantaged the working community and was perceived as an encouragement for poverty."
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Why Corporations Exist, 2008.
This paper discusses why corporations exist, focusing on the similarities between automobiles and corporations.
1,984 words (approx. 7.9 pages), 16 sources, APA, $ 63.95
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This paper draws the analogy that corporations are like automobiles, in that both exist to move people and goods and both fuel the economy. The writer maintains that corporations create automobiles to fuel the economy, but they also create other "tools" to reach the same goal, such as professionals and financial products. The writer further explains that, like the automobile, the organization is built from different parts: top, middle and low management. The writer points out that automobiles are built from parts as well: engine, wheels, carburetor and each part has its function. The writer concludes that corporations exist because they deliver better results by being more efficient in moving the people and the goods involved in the value creating process. They are also the most suitable ownership type given the diversity of investing options nowadays.
This paper includes color charts and graphs.
Outline:
Corporations and Organizations
Automobiles
Why do Corporations and Organizations Exist?
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"The governance mechanism as described by Williamson is based on transaction costs. Basically, these ones dictate whether transactions are made through markets or by internalizing activities. Market-based transactions are subject to uncertainty, which generate transaction costs, whereas hierarchies generate higher costs associating with controlling a wider range of activities. The central piece of his theory is the asset specificity. The higher the specificity of a company's assets is, the more agents are likely to behave opportunistically, which is an incentive for the company to internalize activities along the value chain to protect its assets.
"The traditional contract theory of the firm has recently been enriched with a more recent type of contacts: relational contract. This latest contribution suggests that each party behave in such a manner to reach the other party's expectations and the behavior is maintained by fear of retaliation of the other party(ies)."
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Adam Smith, 2008.
This paper outlines the philosophies of Adam Smith, the economic and political visionary.
873 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 31.95
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The paper explains Adam Smith's background and his moral and economic philosophy. The paper looks at how Smith perceives the nature of work and the relationship between working people and society at large.
Outline:
Background and History
Smith's Moral Philosophy
Adam Smith's Economic Philosophy:
Conclusion
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"Adam Smith (1723-1790), was a professor of moral philosophy at Glasgow University and a visionary economic political theorist who pioneered a capitalist theory that was to become known as laissez fair economics. His most influential written works were An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations, which he authored in 1776, fittingly, the same year as the birth of the United States, where his approach to economics was to be embraced and implemented more extensively than any other nation."
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The Mortgage Crisis, 2008.
An analysis of the causes of the current financial and economic crisis in the US.
885 words (approx. 3.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 31.95
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This paper analyzes and discusses the causes of the current economic and financial crisis in the US. The writer cites poor risk management and too much confidence in the market as some of the underlying causes of the current economic crisis and explains why this is so. The writer also provides his own opinions on the economy and argues that we are heading for an economic recession. The writer also suggests that, perhaps, the current mortgage and real estate crisis is just a consequence of the growing recession trend over the economy in its entirety.
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"In terms of confidence, the current crisis follows a period when money was cheap and when there was a great supply of cash on the market. With the 2000 stock market crash and the terrorist attacks on 9/11 and the immediate recession that followed at a global level, Alan Greenspan, then Federal Reserve chairman, opted for a policy of interest rate cuts with the objective of resuming economic growth and stimulating investments in the economy."
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Overpaid CEOs?, 2008.
This paper looks at the issue of overpaid CEOs and argues that higher compensation for CEOs means a higher quality of life for everyone.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 38.95
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In this article, the writer notes that with the recent corporate scandals making the news, the question of corporate greed has been at the forefront of the American consciousness. The writer further points out that the possibility of corporate greed is nowhere more visibly apparent than in the cases of the CEOs of major U.S. corporations. Very often, these CEOs are paid exorbitant sums, along with fringe benefits and stock options, to manage these companies. Some estimate that U.S. CEOs are currently paid more than 300 times the wage of the average U.S. worker. The writer maintains that this higher pay scale does not necessarily mean, however, that CEOs are overpaid: In fact, the writer claims that it is evident that the growing gap between super rich CEOs and the average American worker is indicative of a rising quality of life for all of us.
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"Capitalism is, after all, an ideal mechanism for the creation of wealth through the operation of free markets and free trade. It shouldn't come as a surprise, then, that CEOs of major corporations have reaped significant benefits from the mechanisms of capitalism. What critics of CEOs pay fail to admit is that it's not just the CEOs who are better off than they were twenty years ago. American society as a whole is much better off because capitalism has fueled incredible wealth building. The rate of growth of wealth is obviously much faster for CEOs of major corporations, but that does not undermine the reality that American society as a whole is improving its fiduciary situation. The CEOs in question are simply riding the leading crest of a figurative wave.
"Consider the following facts. In 1980, there were about one dozen billionaires in the United States, 13,500 households that made more than $1 million a year, and only about 600,000 with a net worth of more than $1 million."
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The Oil Industry, 2008.
An analysis of the history of oil production and the impact of the oil industry on the international economy.
3,837 words (approx. 15.3 pages), 13 sources, MLA, $ 105.95
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This paper discusses the oil industry and how it affects international relations and the international economy. It also discusses the history and background of oil use and production. In addition, the paper discusses the impact of oil production, as well as other economic factors relating to the industry. The paper then discusses current and future challenges to the oil industry.
Table of Contents:
The Oil Industry: Background And History
Key Issues That Are Related To International Economy
The Oil Industry's Impact On The International Economy
Future Challenges For The Industry
Conclusion
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"A significant aspect is the way that oil impacts on the economic relationship between countries. An increase in the price of oil can alter the balance of trade between counties and also affects exchange rates. This refers to the scenario in which the oil-importing countries experience a decline in their balance of payments. This exerts a negative pressure on exchange rates and results in the increase in the price of imports and a reduction in the value of exports. This in turn leads to a decline in the national income of that country. All of these facets have a long-term impact on the economy of countries. "The economic and energy policy response to a combination of higher inflation, higher unemployment, lower exchange rates and lower real output also affects the overall impact on the economy over the longer term" (Analysis of the Impact of High Oil Prices on the Global Economy)"
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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.
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"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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Approaches to Innovation, 2008.
A discussion of the new role of the government in innovation.
1,092 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 38.95
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This paper discusses the fact that since the end of the 20th century showed no direct relationship between scientific advance and economic growth the new global trend in innovation is towards a wider role for government policy that can address many aspects and types of innovation. Innovation is now seen as a systemic process embedded in national social and institutional traditions. The writer examines the characteristics of the policy change and how the institutions of various countries have absorbed the new ideal, the forces that have facilitated change, and how policy diffusion occurs.
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"Innovation policies have several different factors that influence creation and use of knowledge, but their primary focus is to expand the learning abilities of companies and individuals, and promote a national environment supporting innovation. Most innovation policies focus on developing a close cooperation between the individuals involved in innovation, companies and the scientific community, creating intermediary organizations to link together, and improve the availability of their capital. The new 'innovation policies' differ between countries because the National Systems of Innovation (NSI) approach to innovation is not a unified, formal or an established theory."
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The Impact of Terrorism, 2008.
This paper explores the economic consequences of a terror attack in general and of 9/11 in particular.
4,208 words (approx. 16.8 pages), 17 sources, APA, $ 112.95
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The paper explains that the economic results of terrorism can be broken down into short-term direct effects; medium-term confidence consequences and longer-term productivity impacts. The paper reveals that the impact of 9/11 was not as considerable as would have been expected, but emphasizes that industries and organizations must implement measures to prepare for another such attack. The paper asserts that it is not a question 'if' there will be another attack, it is a question of 'when'.
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"When a terrorism attack hits a country, such as September 11, 2001, naturally the citizens of that nation are most affected. They are the ones who are immediately impacted by the injuries and deaths of peers, friends and loved ones, the shut down of production and services, and the psychological and physical long-term effects. However, such an attack also impacts the rest of the world economically, either through the way that the national organizations have difficulty fulfilling their international obligations or the way that other countries perceive that they, too, are being threatened by these same terrorists."
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Islamic Finance, 2008.
This paper describes Islamic financing law and how it differs from regular Western financing law.
3,265 words (approx. 13.1 pages), 12 sources, APA, $ 93.95
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This paper explains that the bedrock of Islamic finance is that all forms of interest are considered forbidden known as haram and its financial model works on the basis of risk sharing. The paper further explains that, under Islamic banking, the customer and the bank agree to share the risk of any investment and divide the profits between them. The paper then describes the primary categories within the Islamic finance: ijara, ijaa-va-iqtina, mudraba, murabaha and mushraka. The paper also explains how Islamic finance differs from regular finance and explains how Islamic finance works.
Table of Contents:
What is Islamic Finance
How Is Islamic Finance Different from Regular Finance and Why
How Does Islamic Finance Work: The Types Of Investments Available And How They Work
Working Principles of Islamic Finance
Types of Investment Available and How They Work
Institutions Offering Islamic Finance Products
International Wholesale Islamic Banking and Insurance Providers
Exhibit: Islamic Financing Form
Exhibit: Name of the Institution
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"It is a fact that finance is considered as a huge restraint on development in major regions of the Third World. Sometimes there is lack of sufficient money available to fund important projects and the price of loanable funds is normally high, showing the paucity of savings. In low-income economies, it is hardly a surprise that savings rates are small, as most disposable income is needed to be used for making purchases of necessities of daily living, and a lot of families just cannot bear to make financial provisioning for the future, although this makes them insecure and helpless."
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