Essays on Visual Arts and Film Studies

Terrorism and the Railroads: Redefining Security in the Wake of 9/11," Review of Policy Research, Policy studies Organization, vol.... This paper "Reinventing Amtrak - The politics of Survival" focuses on the fact that Amrak is one of the leading railway transportation systems that strive to provide quality and timely services for its passengers....

k/insights-and-effectiveness/case-studies/enhancing-brands/marks-and-spencer [Accessed on October 24, 2012].... The company that is the subject of this paper is Marks and Spencer that has made a name for itself in the market for a long time.... The clothing and home products Company has built its brand over the years winning the loyalty of its customers....

Journal of Management studies 41(6), 977-1002.... The paper "Lewin's Planned Change Model" will begin with the statement that the Planned Change Model of Kurt Lewin can be applied to the case of Peppercorn Dining which focuses on changing the overall organizational environment into a more pleasant place to work for its employees....

Engineers have developed and delved deep into studies regarding Aviation and have not only created a modern machine and the best possible mode of transport but have literally shrunk the globe by making almost every place on Earth accessible to these machines; the predecessor of which was only capable of covering a distance of 852 feet in flight....

Nothing in the form of research on prostitution had been done before the nineteenth century, when a flurry of studies, the most famous of which by Dr.... This paper "Prostitution: The Case for Legalization" discusses prostitution that is essentially a victimless crime singled out for the wrath of moral dictators who, citing the evils done to its practitioners and patrons alike, have convinced an entire society and legal system to keep it hidden....

studies have shown that voting participation is decreasing constantly and is now up to 27%.... This paper "Democracy in America" discusses the United States of America as the world's most powerful democratic nation.... However, like any other country, the American democratic system also has flaws in it that need to be discussed and resolved....

Several different studies have shown that about 30 to 40% of patients who are at the diagnosis stage experience pain, while 70 to 80% of patients who are going through therapy or who are at the end stages of their life experience pain( Cleenan et al, 1994; Van Ronenn et al, 1993)....

studies (Bragg, pp.... Since few decades, experts have noticed a rapid advancement in the field of information technology that has opened new avenues for businesspersons around the globe.... Besides development in the IT field, globalization is another major factor that has altered a number of business processes globally....

?? Oxford Journal of Legal studies, Vol.... The paper "The Law Relating to Fixtures According to the Ruling in Botham" discusses that the degree of annexation will certainly be a relevant issue.... In the final analysis, the Botham ruling is an adequate summary of the current law of fixtures with respect to the principles....

The present case study "Alcohol Influence on the Brain" discusses how the brain develops a need for alcohol stimulation and how craving is developed when alcohol is withdrawn.... Reportedly, the explanation of the dependence of alcoholics' brain on alcohol lies in neuronal communication mechanism....

?? Oxford Journal of Legal studies, 18(3): 473-484 ... The paper "Medical Negligence" focuses on assessing the merits of the precedent established in the Bolam case and arriving at a conclusion as to why it is not relevant.... The study involves an examination of the standards that have been accepted in other countries on medical negligence....

Earlier in 1883, he went to England where he pursued certain medical training studies.... The "Interesting Case of Dr.... Hawley Harvey Crippen" paper takes a close in-depth look into this interesting case with a brief study on Dr.... Crippen's life history.... It also investigates the details that led to the capture, trial, and subsequent hanging of Dr....

t is important to underscore that HP, along with IBM, initiated the antecedents of HRM in its studies of non-unionized employee management.... This paper explores the processes involved behind the Hewlett-Packard Human Resources Management strategy, particularly the organization's rigorous selection and recruitment methods and the emphasis on employee training, compensation and performance evaluation....

In addition, although the case studies of Saudi government's decision may be rare, but it happened.... In this paper "Corporate Risk Management" the author will explain the corporate risk management from the perspective of one of the largest companies in Saudi Arabia, Samama group of companies that have been an efficient platform for my personal employment....

This liberal attitude is also followed in establishing the educational institutes which impart education in all major fields of study particularly in university education special emphasis is given to scientific studies and research.... The paper "The Factors Which Distinguish Istanbul from the Rest of Islam Cities" highlights that Istanbul is not only a meeting point for the cultures but also holds the potential to lead the cultural development of the twenty-first century by providing a base-model for co-existence among contrasting people....

Alcohol has both hypo- and hyperglycemic effects, but studies show that alcohol has no noticeable effect on blood glucose or insulin levels, given that the amount consumed is 3 units a day for women and up to 4 for men ... The paper "Type 2 Diabetes Patients Making Informed Choices About Their Dietary Menu" states that hospitals should have a little faith in patients with type 2 diabetes because not only would they take care in their food consumed, they would also want to get better....

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Qualitative methods lend themselves well to those studies where a special understanding of the issues is sought to be achieved and in the generation of a level of information that is fairly comprehensive.... The paper 'The Huge Success of IKEA Stores' presents the IKEA company which was founded by Ingvar Kamprad in 1943, when he first started off selling matches and miscellaneous products....

studies in Costing, Sweet & Maxwell, London, pp.... The paper 'Standard Costing Methods' presents cost accounting which dates back to the period of the industrial revolution.... It was then when owners of large scale business encountered the difficulties of running the manufacturing processes and keeping their profit stable....

New delivery systems are also known as non-traditional studies, multi-media learning systems, community education, learning communities, learning resource centers, educational brokering agencies, and learning networks.... New delivery systems are also known as non-traditional studies, multi-media learning systems, community education, learning communities, learning resource centers, educational brokering agencies and learning networks....

The impact of these adverse reactions is that there are estimates from some studies that 6.... The impact of these adverse reactions is that there are estimates from some studies that 6.... The author states that the metabolism of drugs could lead to toxic metabolites that could damage the organs with fatal consequences....

Review of International studies, 31, p.... The paper 'The Whole Concept of Globalization' presents globalization which is typically defined as global development in every aspect of economic, social, cultural, political, technological domains.... This development is facilitated by growing connectivity and communication using technology....

During one of their conferences, different triumphant programs and studies for the poor from all over the globe were highlighted.... The paper 'The Welfare of the Poor' presents Mother Teresa of Calcutta, a famous missionary for the welfare of the poor who once said 'love one another; help one another; be kind to one another'....

Promotional Activities of Hobbs Introduction The paper studies the up market retailer Hobbs and seeks to provide a marketing plan for the company that focuses on direct and personal marketing strategies.... This work called "Promotional Activities of Hobbs" describes market retailer Hobbs and seeks to provide a marketing plan for the company that focuses on direct and personal marketing strategies....

enre studies in Mass Media.... This paper "Media Log Media Service" focuses on the fact that a Media Log is a diary entry about a favourite media output chosen for the purpose of analyzing the way a viewer uses, consumes, relates, responds and learns from it.... A critical commentary explains the reasons for his statements....

om/E-commerce-Internet-marketing-case-studies/easyJet-case-study ... The objective of this research "Marketing Value of Advertisement Campaign for New Product Launch" is to concern the approaches to marketing an innovative product in a certain field.... Therefore, the paper would examine a few particular cases of established brands....

The case study "How Racism Shapes the Experience of Schooling" states that Much as they would love to, the western world, and more specifically Great Britain, has never been able to provide a comprehensive answer to the problem of racism that has persisted like festering sore.... .... ... ... The paper shows that David Gillborn, in his article 'Citizenship education as placebo: 'standards', institutional racism and education policy' has examined this problem in great detail and has come up with a most disturbing phenomenon called 'institutional racism' that has long been vitiating the social atmosphere....

‘Lumbini – Birthplace of the Buddha', Buddhist studies, 2008, retrieved on May 3, 2009 from: http://www.... This case study "The Birthplace of the Founder of Buddhism" focuses on the birthplace of the founder of Buddhism, Lord Buddha.... The author takes into account the history of this place, its special characteristics, the modern condition, the popularity among tourists....

This paper "East and Central European Countries" discusses the countries of Central and Eastern Europe that could never boast of low inflation, high rates of economic growth and stability of stock markets.... But against the backdrop of recent events, it becomes clear that the worst is still ahead....

As a researcher, the nurse aims to implement studies to determine the actual effects of nursing care and to work towards further improvement in nursing care (Nettina, 2006).... The paper "Concept of Nurse-Patient Relationship" highlights that nurses are the backbone of any health care setting....

studies have shown that the H5 HA is specific for the avian receptor which contains sialic acid (SA) which is linked to galactose molecule via a α2, 3 linkage.... This work called "H5N1 Avian virus" describes the emergence of this virus Avian Influenza or Bird Flu, its effects on the human being....

is book, Logistics and Supply Chain Management incorporates diagrams, case studies and chapter summaries and looks at the instruments, core processes and initiatives to make certain that businesses achieve and maintain their competitive advantage.... The paper "Kirk Kazanjian, Martin Christopher as Examples of Superior Customer Service Delivered by Companies" highlights that as the company aims to focus on internal competencies and becoming supplier, the company reduces their ownership of raw materials and channels for distribution....

Several studies have been undertaken which led to the conclusion that MBCT was most effective in the treatment of patients who had suffered three or more episodes of depression in the past, although ‘mindfulness training may affect processes common to different pathologies' (Teasdale et al 2003; Baer 2003; Bishop 2002; Grossman et al 2004)....

More detailed information pertaining to the two studies and the difference in their approaches are described in the figure below.... The paper "Deforestation Trends in India" highlights that the current trend of deforestation as per the Global Forest Assessment of 2005 the plantation activities have been increased but the rate is mere 5% of the total forest area which is required to be increased....

Business studies.... The "Interpretation of Financial Statements: Next Plc and Ted Baker Plc" paper contains the financial statements which provide important financial information about business operations.... With the help of this information, one can compute financial ratios relating to liquidity, profitability, gearing....

(1987) “Transferability and Sale of Goods,” Legal studies, Vol.... The case study "Remedies for International Sellers of Goods" states that The main legal issue is whether or not Eterna Motor can substantiate a claim against Motertek for the replacement or refund of components purchased from Motortek and subsequently stolen before Eterna took possession....

(2009), “Case studies for Global Health”.... This case study "Food Safety and Fighting Malnutrition in Africa" analyzes and critiques The Africa Biofortified Sorghum Project Consortium.... The main objective behind taking the project is to develop the African nation in terms of granting an environment of food security....

Risk measurement has indirect benefits: it creates a basis for comparative risk studies of companies where product recall can emerge.... The author highlights that risk management is fairly regarded as one of the fundamental elements of successful human performance.... In business or non-profit organizations, in emergency situations or critical procedures, risk management works to help individuals....

With respect to this observation, this paper studies the remuneration of executive directors, and delves into the issues and theories concerning their outrageous amounts, and the debates that arise from them.... This paper "Remuneration of Executive Directors" discusses globalization that in recent decades has been majorly detrimental to the health of several businesses on a global scale....

There are those who say using vibrant fetal tissue in such studies is medically unethical, morally wrong, possibly unnecessary, and from a legal standpoint, dubious.... On the opposing side there are those who say using vibrant fetal tissue in such studies is medically unethical, morally wrong, possibly unnecessary, and from a legal standpoint, dubious....

Currently, it is a specific field of studies in tourism and a separate sphere of activity that is differentiated from tourism as such.... This case study "Ecotourism as a Product of Mass Tourism" identifies and critically evaluates the main criticisms of ecotourism both as a sustainable approach to developing tourism and as a tourism product....

studies have shown the positive effect of sports on several aspects of youth's psychological and social development such as boosting students' self concepts, reducing delinquency and discipline problems and diminishing the chances of teen pregnancy in female athletes.... This paper 'Sports and American Youth" focuses on the fact that participation in sports is a major feature of daily living for children and adolescent of many countries of the world....

At a very specific and applied level, studies of the planning, development, operation and performance of such enterprises as hotels, guesthouses, holiday villages, ski and timeshare resorts and theme parks have been undertaken. ... As the paper "Tourism Marketing and Its Issues" outlines, the relative and absolute importance of tourism marketing in tourist's expenditure budgets has risen dramatically, with consequences not only for the welfare of tourists themselves but also for the residents of the areas they visit....

Gambling, Youth studies Australia, 19(3), 7.... This paper "Is Poker Machine an Issue of Common Good or Evil" is an academic report about Poker Machines.... Almost every individual in this country has an idea of what machines are.... The influence that such games have had on the population is evident....

Though not much research has been done on this, previous studies conducted on the purchasing decisions of imports reveal that decisions are made regarding a country's image.... The paper "The Coca Cola Company Overview" tells that the past few decades have been characterized by increasing levels of competition in the business world....

Case studies and theory development in the social sciences.... "Comparison of Research Designs on the Capital Structure of Cadbury plc" paper discusses two research designs that are applied in the analysis of the capital structure of Cadbury.... Cadbury is a global confectionery corporation....

Comparative studies cite that an appropriately fitted roof can last for more than 50 years.... The paper "Boral Roofing Company" tells that Boral Roofing Company supplies many terracotta and concrete roofing tiles in the three major concrete tile plants located in Melbourne's grassroots Sydney and Adelaide....

This is supported by very many studies that have been carried out by scholars in the past.... The study "Contemporary Health Issues" focuses on the critical analysis of the issue of hypertension or high blood pressure and various historical and socio-political factors that have influenced the occurrence of the disease....

studies have demonstrated the use Life Cycle impact Assessment (LCA) methods to analyse potential impact of various process on the environment.... The author of the paper "Environmental Impact - Life Cycle Impact Assessment" argues in a well-organized manner that pressure has been mounting on governments to incorporate the concerns into their policy decisions, and to hold corporations accountable for materials....

uropean Media studies.... The paper "The Problem with the Daily Mail" states that it is really notable that the contentious sentiments displayed and expressed against the Daily Mail result from the tabloid's personalized and sensationalist style of news coverage and reporting.... ...