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Illegal Immigration and the Economy, 2008.
This paper argues for the legalization of immigrants in the US and an elimination of the illegal labor market.
1,912 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 61.95
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The paper maintains that it is more beneficial to raise the rights of present immigrants so legal citizens of the United States can compete with them for employment opportunities rather than devoting taxpayer dollars to enforcing immigration laws which will be broken. The paper relates that this would be a big blow to businesses, many of which thrive upon the availability of cheap illegal labor. The paper argues, however, that it would help the working class and aid in narrowing the ever-growing gap between the rich and the poor in the United States.
From the Paper
"Since the New World was first discovered, there has been an enormous influx of people from various parts of the world and differing cultures who have wished to resettle in what is now the United States. Of course, these immigrants have historically arrived in the United States in waves, with different portions of the globe and different ethnicities being represented in each individual wave. Yet, one characteristic that has remained constant over the history of immigration in the United States is the general apprehensiveness with which new immigrants have been welcomed by the established culture and society. Although the issue of immigration amnesty has been debated for centuries, it still remains one of the most hotly contested and influential topics in modern public debate. Significant problems with the current laws surrounding illegal immigration and amnesty still exist."
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Human Resource Challenges in the Airline Industry, 2008.
A look at the challenges facing divisions of human resource management within the airline industry and some possible solutions to these challenges.
1,255 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 6 sources, APA, $ 42.95
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The paper discusses five of the challenges faced by human resource management in the airline industry. The paper relates that these challenges include the need to ensure cost effectiveness, recruit and retain qualified employees, maintain employee satisfaction, and maintain union relations. The paper discusses each of these challenges and investigates them in relation to certain issues within the airline industry.
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"Another key issue faced by the airline industry is the use of contingent workforces. This is an issue that is not unique to the airline industry, but instead is on the forefront of all service industries. Contingent employees include "independent contractors, leased employees, freelancers, temporary workers and seasonal employees (Pratt, 2002)", which are willing to work in positions within the airline industry for monetary compensation only, without any benefits. The utilization of the contingent workforce may especially be desirable to the low cost/ no frills airlines since it generally results in the maintenance of a flexible staff while still acquiring the personnel and expertise required (Pratt, 2002). The human resource challenges most involved in this issue are the recruitment and retention of qualified employees. The fact that contingent employees do not receive benefits beyond monetary compensation may make these positions less desirable than positions where these individuals perform the same job for the same pay, but also receive benefits."
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Globalization, 2008.
An examination of globalization and its impact on the world.
1,734 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 56.95
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The paper examines the financial and economic impact of globalization as well as past problems, disease and other issues that globalization has brought to the forefront. The paper shows how the recent expansion of electronic communication has caused the growth of globalization and free trade across countries. The paper concludes that overall, globalization is providing a positive and forward thinking ability for society to succeed, however, it will be important along the way to monitor its progress and ensure its benefits are fairly distributed.
Outline:
Introduction
Globalization
Conclusion
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"Globalization has become a buzzword that seems to apply to everything in life, however the true meaning and impact of globalization can be much more narrowly defined by measurable standards. For the most part globalization means the blending of worldwide cultures. In a more focused sense globalization means the opening of world trade, economics and other issues that help to expand society. The impact of globalization has been debated around the world by experts in the field of finance, science, medical and society, with the consensus seeming to be that it is a process that is changing the way mankind will view the future."
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Foreign Currency Loans, 2008.
This paper discusses the risks and benefits associated with foreign currency loans.
829 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 29.95
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The paper discusses how foreign exchange loans always present a risk to the borrower. The paper focuses on a case involving the American Rondo Company taking out a foreign currency loan with the Swiss Bank. The paper relates that if the Rondo company is careful to monitor and evaluate changes in the market, or it goes through a managed foreign currency loan, many of these risks can be reduced, if not eliminated.
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"A foreign currency loan is a loan in which is repayable in a currency other than the currency of the country in which the borrower is a resident in. In the Rondo Company case sample, the company has a financing option to take out a foreign currency loan with the Swiss Bank. Typically the interest rate charged on a foreign currency loan is based on the interest rates applicable to the currency that the loan is denominated, or issued, (in this case, the Swiss Franc) and not the interest rates that apply to the currency of the borrower's country of residency (The U.S. Dollar). Under this scenario, the foreign currency loan with the Swiss Bank could be beneficial because the interest rate on the foreign currency in which the loan is based on is significantly lower than the rate that the borrower can get on a loan borrowed in his or her own resident country's currency system."
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The Florida Homeowners' Insurance Crisis, 2008.
This paper explores the problems affecting Florida's insurance industry as it relates to homeowners' policies.
3,039 words (approx. 12.2 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 89.95
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The paper presents a detailed examination of the insurance industry as it has been impacted by the Florida homeowners' insurance crisis over the past two decades. The paper explores the crisis itself, the impact it has on the overall insurance industry and the insurance commission. The paper also explores the principles of business management, business law and economics as they pertain to this topic. The paper concludes that changing business laws to mandate stronger property construction, providing methods for acceptable premium increases and public education with regard to the crisis and the needed solutions are all elements of an overall way to handle the crisis.
Outline:
Introduction
The Crisis
Solutions
Conclusion
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"While Florida has always had to contend with the occasional natural disaster, the past decade has been an almost constant stream of them. Hurricanes, tornadoes and floods have battered the Sunshine State over and over again leaving behind a path of death and destruction.
"When the disaster hits the media rushes to pipe video streams into living rooms across the nation depicting the horror of it all, but inevitably once the news crews have left and the sensationalism has ended, those who live there are left to deal with the reality of what has happened."
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Attraction and Retention of Top Business Talent, 2008.
A review of the human resource's role in the attraction and retention of top talent in the workforce, in the Middle East.
2,076 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 65.95
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The research proposed in this work centers on the Middle Eastern organization's preparedness or lack of preparedness in addressing the growing problem of a talent shortage evidenced in countries throughout the world. While some countries have proactively prepared for the talent shortage in the workforce, others have not and this seems to be the case in countries in the Middle East. This work proposes research in this area among a sampling of human resource executives in Middle Eastern organizations in the attempt to assess what can and should be done to address the talent shortage problem. An extensive review of literature finds that government and organizations must align with schools and educational institution to promote training and education in order to turnout a higher-skilled and higher-educated workforce for the future.
Outline:
Introduction
Purpose of the Study
Research Questions
Significance of the Study
Methodology
Literature Review
Findings of the Study
Recommendations for Future Research
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"These salary increases however, are primarily at the lower level skills particularly those that are noted to be in the 25 to 50% range with higher level skills employee salary growing within the normal 10 to 12% range over the past decade. Competition for skilled labor is stated to be: "...intense as countries push ahead with ambitious economic development plans..." and this is a time of great opportunities for executives "to shape company decisions and have a tangible impact as compared to larger firms." (Iran International, 2007) One factor spoken of in this same report is what is termed to be: "...the sub-continental pull." One point made in this report is that if companies are to retain employees they must join the movement of offering "timely career opportunities" as well as becoming "much more responsive with their policies towards remuneration and reward in order to attack and retain the most talented professionals." (Ibid) The report concludes by stating that companies need to put talent management and employee development at the top of their corporate priority."
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