Essays on Visual Arts and Film Studies

The premium film and television production companies in Ottawa can increase productivity with incentives from the federal and provincial government.... Mercantilism was a European economic philosophy and system that encouraged administrative control of a nation's economy with the intention of enhancing government power to the detriment of competing national powers....

It can also be observed in the autobiographic film The Social Network where it narrated the early stages of Facebook of how responsive Mark Zuckerberg to the inputs of his partners to get funding for their company (Fincher 2010). ... The paper 'Leadership Analysis of Facebook Founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg' is an exciting example of the management case study....

This case study "Issues Tourist Attractions Management" is about disunited tourism authorities.... In fact, it has been touted that the term attractions or visitor attractions are one that defies definition simply because it has a wide range of scope and has a variety of product offerings.... ... ...

171) in several studies.... The author of the following case study "Healing of the Infected Black Wound" mentions that if a patient has a septic wound on their heel that is representing a fairly common type of infection, and is not often fatal, but it can lead to a seriously compromised lifestyle....

In the essay 'McDonald's No Longer the Great American Meal' the author explains McDonald's strategic problem, which was that their marketing positioning did not change with the times.... When it was first established, the 'Great American Meal' was considered to be hamburgers and fries.... ... ... ...

This activity entails reception of videos from various holiday hotels and adventure activities he commissioned from a film company specializing in marketing videos.... The paper 'Marketing and Launching the Website - Nigel Longford" is a great example of a management case study.... This section requires the development of a network diagram for the information provided within the table and calculating the Total Float for every activity....

This involved the outlining of various activities such as fishing, diving, visitation, rafting, climbing, film shooting etc.... "Principles of Ecotourism" focuses on strategic planning and promotion, which can help devise, adopt and implement the ecotourism management approach by examining a specific case....

In this film, the oedipal fantasy is demonstrated by two quest resolutions of nine-year Jared and his aunt Lucinda aged eighty at that time, she is passing through oedipal scene.... The case study "The Oedipal Complex in Fantasy Fiction" states that The Oedipal Complex, in Freud's psychoanalytic theory in the light of structure and workings of the mind, is an unconscious sexual attraction or appeal in the child, particularly male, but for the parent of the opposite sex....

rganizational Leadership has been a major topic of research in psychology for almost a century and has spawned thousands of empirical and conceptual studies.... In our opinion, a major cause of this state of the field is that many studies of leadership are context free; that is, low consideration is given to organizational variables that influence the nature and impact of leadership....

The modern global community presents the world with several dilemmas in regards to the ability to protect the human rights of all its citizens, preserving the traditions of sovereign borders, and maintaining a rule of law through international governing bodies.... ... ... ... Stakeholders will differ on the definition of what constitutes humanitarian intervention and what goes beyond the purpose and be more appropriately labelled as meddling in another country's internal affairs....

Organization, Gender and Culture, Organization studies, 9(3), pp.... Finding form: looking at the field of organizational aesthetics Journal of Management studies 42 (6): p.... The author of this case study "Organization Gender and Culture" explores how Tesco can fulfill its need to adapt to changes in its workforce....

studies have shown that the unemployment rate of a country has significant impact on the overall trade of a country.... Review of Financial studies, 19, 1157-89.... The paper 'Analyzing the Future Economic State of South Carolina" states that the analysis found that the unemployment rate of the state has remained within the control till the year 2008 and it lay between 6-7%, but after the credit crunch it reached around 11%....

European Planning studies Vol.... Indiana Journal of Global Legal studies, Vol.... The case study "The Theory of Multinational Enterprises" demonstrates the takeover of Cadbury by Kraft in 2010 for the UK Economy.... Globalization has been on the increase in the past decades with different business organizations striving to extend their operations onto the global market....

studies contend Beethoven experienced myriad of medical predicaments besides deafness and chronic liver illness (Pucarin-Cvetkovi et al, 2011).... Hence, result to speculations concerning what might have led to his deafness state besides other illnesses like madness and diarrhea, which some studies contend to have experienced (Lerner & Straus, 2012)....

Sundbo(1996) performed case studies in Danish service firms and concluded that working with a manager of the “entrepreneurial” type strengthened the entrepreneurial activities of employees. ... ccording to many studies, the more styles that a leader exhibits the better it is since this way s/he achieves a best climate and business performance....

itled, Leadership Case studies; A Salesman's Leader, he lists nine guiding principles in leadership that Kroc used in developing his business.... The paper "A Successful Business of McDonalds Company" highlights that despite problems with concerns over the health of the food available in the restaurants, McDonald's continues to be a presence in the financial world as it has maintained its position as a profitable investment....

According to studies by both the Federal Budget and General Accounting Office, the U.... These savings have been confirmed in studies conducted by that state.... The paper "Determining Health Status" presents that the inadequate healthcare system needs a significant and immediate overhaul is undeniable....

he travel time studies on different modes like walking, cycling, public transport and car were also assessed very carefully.... Based on the studies, the time bands for each mode of travel were framed and the maps were also appropriately prepared.... From the paper "Transport Assessment in Edinburgh" it is clear that the majority of transport development in the Edinburgh region is by implementing tram service....

Moreover, studies have shown that children are more influenced by their interaction with parents rather than with their sexual orientation, so same-sex couples should be allowed to adopt. ... ccording to the researches and studies carried out which prove that there is no unhealthy affect on children of being adopted by same sex parents confirms that homosexual people should be allowed to adopt children, as it will not only provide homes to homeless and unwanted children but will also reduce the costs of the government spent on foster homes. ...

studies show that a number of top notch companies managed to capture market share with increasing product prices.... This part also needs the creation of an efficient staffing system, and identifying critical activities like research and studies, that are required....

The studies of the alleged modern civilizations over and over again grab two key point of views out of which the former stresses on an incessantly incrementing restraining or authoritarian supremacy, and the latter convention, in views of Laclau and Mouffe, appears to be contradictory to the former by means of stressing on trends such as democratic revolution or the expansion of citizenship.... in Thailand Citizenship in Thailand Introduction The studies of the alleged modern civilizations over andover again grab two key point of views out of which the former stresses on an incessantly incrementing restraining or authoritarian supremacy, and the latter convention, in views of Laclau and Mouffe, appears to be contradictory to the former by means of stressing on trends such as democratic revolution or the expansion of citizenship1....

This case study "Observing and Assessing Young Children and Families" studies a child observed and assessed at four different settings: with her mother at their home, with her grandmother, at a playground and with a totally strange person.... Observing children helps to determine their approach to simple studies and their willingness to be socially responsible.... In conclusion, observing children helps to determine their approach to simple studies and their willingness to be socially responsible....

The assignment also contains case studies as examples of the role of mediation and negotiation in conflicts between industry and community.... ?Paper presented at the annual meeting of the International studies Association 48th Annual Convention, Hilton Chicago, CHICAGO, IL, USA Online ....

Parents provide guidance to their children concerning studies, health maintenance, and future profession.... On the other hand, Willard Waller utilized qualitative approach in family studies, particularly in family dynamics, conflicts, and conflict resolution.... This paper "The Family as a Social Institution" discusses the family as the basic unit of the society where children learn social traditions, values, roles, and morality....

One is to reduce the CT-related dose, secondly by replacing CT with other modalities like ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), whenever possible, and thirdly by decreasing the number of CT studies that are prescribed (Brenner and Hall 2007.... ome practical solutions include replacing CT with other modalities like ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), whenever possible, and by avoiding the routine use of CT studies. ...

American studies 52.... American studies 52.... The paper "Mass Incarceration in the US as the New Jim Crow " provides a new dimension towards the incarceration of the minority in the US.... With the intentional structuring of the justice system to capture the blacks, there have been legal implications disorienting the blacks from society....

According to behavioural economics and studies conducted in judgment and decision making, the savings behaviour of employees are affected by factors that may be categorised as informational issues, intertemporal choice, the decision context and biases and heuristics (Rick & Loewenstein 2008, p.... arber, B & Odean, T 2008, ‘All that Glitters: the effect of attention and news on the buying behavior of individual and institutional investors', The Review of Financial studies, vol....

Organic consumers trade-offs between local or imported, conventional or organic products: a qualitative study in Shanghai, International Journal of Consumer studies, 35: 670-78.... an, Yunxiang (2012) Food safety and social risk in contemporary China, The Journal of Asian studies, 71 (3): 705-729. ...

Most of the case studies have an account or a history; this means that, before success, there must be a struggle.... In one of the case studies, the Model T Ford example shows how innovation can cause changes in an already existing business.... ost of the case studies have an account or a history; this means that, before success, there must be a struggle....

This essay, Climate Change Effects on Saint Lucie Reactor, declares that the recent accidents at Chernobyl, Three mile islands and Japan have opened the eyes of the global public and currently many studies are going on to assess the climate change effects on operations of nuclear reactors.... The recent accidents at Chernobyl, Three mile islands and Japan have opened the eyes of the global public and currently many studies are going on to assess the climate change effects on operations of nuclear reactors....

Some studies found that there are more informal carers than formal ones.... studies by the Wanless reports (2002; 2004 cited in Chang et al.... The case study under the title "Principles of Community Care Provision Reflecting on the Roles of Carers" states that The World Health Organization (WHO) defines health in a broader and holistic approach....

Milk and milk products with this hormone have been banned in Canada, Australia, the European Union, and New Zealand but studies shows that about 40% of milk products with rGBH-free label contain the hormone (WHO 2005; Davison, 2010).... studies have shown that genetically modified plants may interbreed with natural plants and consequently cause extinction of some natural plant varieties (Wagner 2010)....

easibility studies ... In feasibility studies, a research was carried out on the cost of changing the pins and the technicalities that will be involved to ensure that the project succeeds.... This case study "Modification of the Light Cover" presents three ideas that revealed some information that we are going to discuss to find out how they are used and their relevance to the aircraft....

Various studies document that long-term relationships between nurses and the patients help in establishing some form of intimacy, thus providing avenues whereby patients could easily communicate their issues with their nurses (Hagerty and Patusky, 2003).... studies reveal that, effective care can only be afforded only when nurses have the ability to communicate effectively with their patients (Oulton, 1998)....

The Journal of Transdisciplinary Environmental studies, vol.... Evaluating Urban Wetland Restorations: Case studies for Assessing Connectivity and Function.... The paper "Analysis of the Environmental Statement of St Helena Airport and Supporting Infrastructure" focuses on St Helena Airport and Supporting Infrastructure steered by the St Helena Government....

Through these types of studies, psychologists have discovered much that can help people accomplish their potency as human beings and increase apprehension between individuals, groups, countries, and different cultures (Dimenstein, 1998). ... Outcome studies of humanitarian therapies in general and person-centered therapy in particular show that people who have been treated with these accesses maintain stable changes over prolonged periods of time (Kensit, 2000). ...

A number of studies indicate that hypnosis combined with a behavioral weight management program contributes significantly to weight loss.... Case studies In Hypnotherapy.... The paper "Hypnosis Combined with Behavioral Weight Management" will begin with the statement that in modern times, Clark Leonard Hull was the first person to research hypnotherapy using experimental and scientific methods, and he later published one of his main books Hypnosis and Suggestibility....

There is a need to come up with critical research and studies which entail conceptual, empirical, and analysis of policies of an earlier period to avert this menace (Borum, Fein, Vossekuil, & Berglund, 323-337).... There is definitely a need to come up with critical research and studies which entail conceptual, empirical and analysis of policies of earlier period in order to avert this menace (Borum, Fein, Vossekuil, & Berglund, 323-337).... An official study established that this was an Al-Qaeda led terrorist attack however there was no direct link to this as other studies indicated that tampering of evidence....

Review of International studies, 16(3), pp.... Review of International studies, 17, pp.... This paper "The Notion of Liberal Internationalism" evaluates Liberal internationalism views on how security can best be attained.... The scope of the analysis will be grounded on evaluating the background of Liberal internationalism and providing an insight into the aspect of international security....

The human relations perspective is based on successful studies that demonstrate the importance of communication between manager and employee.... Also, studies on the human relations perspective show the relationship between listening and employee productivity.... As the paper "How Much Are Employees Impacted with the Communication Style of an Organization" outlines, communication has a significant influence on the motivation and productivity of employees....

The paper 'Climate Vulnerability Issues' is a great example of an Environment studies Case Study.... The paper 'Climate Vulnerability Issues' is a great example of an Environment studies Case Study.... Some studies indicate that the quantity of rainfall will increase while others predict a reduction in certain months.... While studies are not conclusive, it is reasonable to expect an increase in the frequency of extreme weather events....

Students normally take 15 hours per unit while on studies.... nternational and Regional studies, George Town University, School of Foreign Service in Qatar. ... The paper "The State of the IT Job Market in Saudi Arabia" is an outstanding example of an information technology case study....

Platforms such as Facebook and YouTube enable school-going children to supplement their studies by watching online tutorials on topics they do not quite understand.... Moreover, students no longer concentrate on their studies as they are too busy keeping up with the latest news....

According to the studies done by Atwater and Bass they argues that transformational leadership goes beyond the traditional transactional leadership style which primarily emphasizes exchange among leaders and followers.... Important to develop awareness programs which can prevent dangers of rain and floods as well as preparing hydrological studies which can address the tendencies surface when creating new roads as well as maintaining old ones (Naill & Ayman,2010)....

Organizational management is a topic that has been the subject of countless studies every year, with different scholars coming up with divergent views on what is the most appropriate method of managing an organization.... Organizational management is a topic that has been the subject of countless studies every year, with different scholars coming up with divergent views on what is the most appropriate method of managing an organization.... Executive SummaryOrganisational management is a topic that has been the subject of countless studies every year, with different scholars coming up with divergent views on what is the most appropriate method of managing an organisation....

studies have also revealed that the concepts of leadership, teamwork and motivation are strongly interrelated that further determines the success potentials of an organisation in the long-run (Philbin & Mikush, 1999).... As per the human resource studies, a group can be developed effectively after passing through the stages of forming, storming, norming, and adjourning....

he country in an attempt to address the threat emerging from the usage and abuse of drugs and alcohol has set up various drug and alcohol monitoring agencies that focuses on taking a measure of the national health in regards to alcohol and drug abuse by conducting various surveys and research based studies on regular intervals. ... alking in terms of various inputs and insights gained from various research based studies, it can be said that as of the year 2011, there has been a significant amount of drop in regards to the consumption and abuse of drugs, which falls under the illicit category as well as the psychoactive pharmaceutical category....

studies have revealed that this aspect affects the youth immensely with 40% of them and 80% of the working class people reporting severe forms of stress; due to the same.... Separate studies in Britain show that rates of mental health problems are extremely high in both sexes....

Recent studies have indicated that communities living near fracking sites register a 39% higher exposure to radon (Savka 45).... Previously, Colorado was remarkably stable, according to geological studies.... This case study "Problems Caused by Fracking in Colorado" presents the fracking industry that does not deserve to be in place because it contributes to numerous health effects....

Indeed, studies in organizational politics highlight that effective leaders require being good politicians.... The paper 'Qantas Airline' uses the recent example of the Qantas employees threatening strike and industrial action to explain the relationships among negotiation and conflict, influencing tactics, power and politics....