"The One Minute Manager Meets the Monkey" by Kenneth Blanchard, William Oncken, Jr. and Hal Burrows
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This 4 page report discusses the 1991 addition to the "One Minute Manager" series. This book offer readers an analogy that is remarkably appropriate for the over-worked managers in every type of profit and non-profit organization. The analogy is that when a manager takes on a problem that does not truly "belong" to him or her, the result is "a monkey on your back." Bibliography lists only the primary source.
Filename: BWmnkey1.rtf

"We Have No Time For Marketing Research!"
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This 12 page paper discusses a statement made by a senior management of a UK charity organisation "we have no time for marketing research", identifying the pertinent issues in the scenario and explaining the significance of marketing techniques in addressing these issues. The paper shows how marketing research may take up some time and resources but may make a net contribution to any organisation. The bibliography cites 11 sources.
Filename: TEmarketing.rtf

(The) Five Functions of Management
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6 pages in length. A general overview and discussion of management's five essential functions and their importance in the organization. Specifically, these five functions are : planning, leading, organizing, controlling, and implementing. No Bibliography.
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2 American Leaders
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A 5 page research paper that profiles 2 American leaders: Steve Jobs of Apple Computers and nursing theorist and innovator Virginia Henderson. The writer offers a profile of each leader and argues that these two individuals exemplify leadership qualities. Henderson's work changed the entire perspective of modern day nursing, making it more patient-oriented and humanistic. Jobs' missionary zeal towards computing has broadened the horizons of human knowledge by bringing computers into the home and making them "user-friendly" so that even children can access the Internet's broad knowledge base. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: kh2amld.rtf

360-Degree Feedback In Management
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A 5 page paper that analyzes the benefits and problems of using the 360-degree feedback management method. The writer supports the process as an important tool in improving worker moral and organizational effectiveness. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Feedback.wps

3i Performance and Strategy
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This 16 page paper examines the private investment company 3i. The paper starts by reviewing the 2001 and 2002 financial performance, the second part of the paper then examines the strategy of the company with reference to the models of Porter, Hofstede, Bartlett and Goshal and others. The bibliography cites 11 sources.
Filename: TE3istrat.rtf

3M Case Study
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This 4 page paper examines the 3M company and the position they were in during the early 1990’s. The background of the company and its’ culture of innovation is outlined before the paper presents a SWOT analysis and considers the strategy that is and should be followed. The bibliography cites 2 sources.
Filename: TE3mcase.rtf

6 Levers for Managing Organizational Culture
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Organizational behavior case study on the title article by David W. Young. The study is reviewed for main idea, concepts in support of the main idea, and weaknesses in the argument. Bibliography lists 1 source. jv6Lev06.rtf
Filename: jv6Lev06.rtf

A Business Plan
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This 9 page paper is an original business plan for starting up a business, looking at company mission, strategy, planning including financial planning, required resources and key issues. The business chosen is that of an independent financial adviser company. The paper includes an examination of the past present and future market for this sector in the UK. The bibliography cites 1 source.
Filename: TEbusplan.rtf

A Business Plan for Wal-Mart
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This 27 page paper presents a business plan for Wal-Mart with the aim of helping Wal-Mart become a learning organisation. The paper starts with some background to the organisation; an examination of the organisational issues and problems and the potential solutions. The paper then presents a plan to implement the change looking at how and why the solution of becoming a learning organization will benefit the company and how the change may be introduced and managed. The bibliography cites 22 sources.
Filename: TECHwalmart.rtf

A Case Study in Professional Responsibility
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This 4 page paper reviews a case study where an employee has not fulfilled his commitment to take care of certain organizational charges. Alternatives for rectifying the situation are explored. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: PPethBs4.rtf

A Case Study In Team Leadership
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This 5 page paper considers a case study supplied by the student regarding leadership skills in a specific project. The paper answer questions regarding the way in which leadership was handled and how it could have been achieved differently. The bibliography cites 2 sources.
Filename: TEleadqu.wps

A Case Study Using Assumptional Analysis
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This 8 page paper is a fictional case study which shows how assumptional analysis may be used and has its’ basis on a stakeholder approach. The bibliography cites 4 sources.
Filename: TEassana.rtf

A COMPARATIVE REVIEW: DRUCKER AND TAYLOR
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This 6 page paper discusses the management theories of Peter Drucker and Frederick Taylor, then compares/contrasts the two philosophies. Quotes and examples given from both texts. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: MBsciman.rtf

A Comparison Of Dell And Gateway Computer Companies
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A 32 page research paper that investigates the similarities and differences between Dell Computer and Gateway, Inc. The paper begins with a one-page summary, followed by an introduction to the topic. The writer provides an overview of each company, including a description of how each was established. Each company's mission, visions and goals are then outlined. Market share and marketing strategies of each company are described and discussed. Current data, information and problems are then discussed, which is followed by a section on inventory control and the strengths of each company. Selected data included. Bibliography lists 30 sources.
Filename: PGgatdel.wps

A Comparison of JIT and Lean Manufacturing
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This 3 page paper examines Just in Time management techniques. JIT is potentially cost effective but it does have problems. These are highlighted and JIT is compared with lean manufacturing. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: SA632JIT.rtf

A Comparison of Two Books on Non-Profit Leadership
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This 6 page paper compares and contrasts the following books: Grassroots and Nonprofit Leadership: A Guide for Organizations in Changing Times and The Leader of the Future: New Visions, Strategies and Practices for the Next Era. No additional sources listed.
Filename: SA810non.rtf