Abstract
This paper examines and analyzes how leaders are depicted in the film"Apollo 13." Additionally, the paper also considers organizational behavior, especially in situations of extreme tension. In particular, the paper looks at Kranz, the leader in the mission control room who is responsible primarily for the directions given to the Apollo 13 crew. The paper concludes by describing Kranz as handling this extremely stressful situation in a level-headed manner.

From the Paper
"In the film Apollo 13, both Jim Novel and Gene Kranz are depicted as powerful leaders under pressure who are determined to get the crew of Apollo 13 back alive. Kranz, the leader in the mission control room, is responsible primarily for the directions given to the Apollo 13 crew and the coordination of the emergency response methods after the catastrophe occurs. In other words, he is responsible for selecting which of the proposed methods from the various crew are the most appropriate response..."

Tags:apollo, 13, leader

Abstract
This paper explains that the Greek god Apollo represents archery, music and the sun. The author points out that, by being raised on the island of Delos, he was trained by Themis to develop god-like skills away from other Olympian gods and the lower mortals of Earth. The paper relates that, by being the son of Zeus and Leto, Apollo had the powers of both a Titan and Olympian, making him unusually powerful within the pantheon of Greek Gods.

Tags:apollo, god, sun

Abstract
This paper discusses the origins of the Apollo-Dionysus duality and discusses its use by the philospher Nietzsche and the psyhologist Jung. The paper explains that the Apollo-Dionysus duality offers a way to gain insight into human nature.

From the Paper
"This paper discusses the origins of the Apollo-Dionysus duality and its elaboration by thinkers throughout history. First this paper discusses the meanings bestowed upon Apollo and Dionysus by Greek history and culture. Then the paper discusses Nietzsche's discussion of this dualityand examples of poetry which demonstrate this opposition. Finally the paper discusses the analytic psychologist Carl Jung's theories of the conscious and unconscious which implicitly use this duality to understand the psyche."

Tags:Apollo, Dionysus, Nietzsche, Carl Jung, human nature

Abstract
The paper discusses how the two statues Apollo of Veii and Portrait of Augustus as Priest invoke very similar, yet differing understandings of the four hundred years of Roman government that divides them historically. The paper describes how the shape, materials, and forms of these statues depict very similar godly representations of mythical and historical leadership.

Tags:apollo, augustus, rome

Abstract
This paper analyzes the Apollo Group, a for-profit education company with programs for adults, with its primary outlet being the University of Phoenix system. According to this analysis, this University has more than 200,000 students at some 100 learning centers and 50 campuses (including an online campus). This paper answers questions regarding the performance and financial structure of this company.

From the Paper
"The Apollo Group is a for-profit education company with programs for adults, and its primary outlet is the University of Phoenix system, with more than 200,000 students at some 100 learning centers and 50 campuses (including an online campus). This is the largest private university in the United States, offering both undergraduate and graduate degrees in business, education, nursing, and information technology (Apollo Group, Inc., 2005, para. 1). Ratios have meaning only when compared to various standards, such as the norms/benchmarks for the industry, performance over time, prospects for the future, and the expectations of significant stakeholders. In the case of the Apollo Group, the company should be able to achieve stability with only moderate growth in earnings or a higher valuation by the market. For a strong company, the price/cash flow ratio should not be dramatically higher than the stock's forward price/earnings ratio."

Tags:apollo, group, analysis

Abstract
The paper presents case studies on recent problems at each of these organizations: Ford Motors, Cisco Systems and Apollo Hospital. The author clarifies the situation. The paper includes an executive summary, analysis and recommendations.

From the Paper
"Cisco Systems implemented an Oracle ERP system when it made the decision that its existing legacy software program was not reliable enough to handle existing operations and not sophisticated enough to allow Cisco to continue to expand and when management determined that every effort to fix the existing system was in effect putting one bandage on top of another. Ultimately the cost of the project exceeded ... million. The scope of the product expanded dramatically. The implementation team grew to more than ... people."

Tags:Case, studies, Cisco, Ford, Apollo, Hospital

Abstract
The paper presents the thesis that there is nothing man is incapable of doing, not even exploring far beyond the Earth's boundaries, as long as he puts his mind, heart and body into it. The paper overviews the period of time in American history preceding the launch of Apollo 11, describes the design of the Apollo 11 lunar module and the Apollo mission itself and discusses the discoveries made. The paper concludes with the firm belief that this mission proved that humanity is destined for things far beyond their realms.

Outline:
Humanity and the Moon
The Era of Turmoil
The Apollo 11 Space Mission
The Discoveries from the Apollo 11 Space Mission
The Contribution of the Apollo 11 Space Mission to Mankind

From the Paper
"It has been nearly 40 years since man placed his footprints on the Moon. For millions of years, people had looked up into the vastness of space, wondering what lay beyond the earth's atmosphere. Space exploration was simply a fragment of one's imagination - a creation of science fiction. On Earth grounds, many a human being had looked up at the Moon, observing its detail and absorbing its essence: how the light played on its surface, its craters, and shadows. How man imagined being on it, exploring if there were signs of life, and sought to discover if the Moon was a picture of the earth's future. Man had wondered: is it ever possible to uncover the vastness of the universe by first visiting the closest neighbour Earth has?"

Tags:Armstrong, astronauts, NASA, lunar, module, launch

Abstract
The Apollo Group is a leading provider of adult education, operating brands such as the University of Phoenix, the Institute for Professional Development, and Western International University. This paper examines Apollo Group's marketing approach and services and contends that the company has the ability to move into the international community due to the development of the Internet. The paper also uses Porter's Five Forces model to show that the external environment is moderately favorable, as well as suggests options that Apollo can follow to reduce their expenses and increase their margins.

From the Paper
"There are many opportunities available for the Apollo Group. The online component of the business continues to flourish, increasing the accessibility of adult education. There are also opportunities online. The concept of adult education is growing around the world, and the rise in cheap, fast Internet access is opening up new markets. Many developing countries are moving rapidly into the information age, increasing the need for adult education in the same way that drove Apollo's growth in their formative years. There are many threats, however. The Internet has decreased barriers to entry, reducing physical costs significantly. Furthermore, traditional universities and colleges are dedicating more resources to the development of adult education, in part as a way to generate new revenue streams. "

Tags:adult, education, Porter's, Five, Forces

Abstract
This paper examines the Apollo Group, Inc. of the University of Phoenix. It describes the history, mission, milestones and activities of the group. It then provides a SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats) analysis of Phoenix University. Finally, the paper presents recommendations for the future of the adult eduction program, Apollo. The paper contains graphs and figures.

Table of Contents:
Section 1. Company overview/key strategic issues
Company name/industry in which they operate
Statement and discussion of the case and major issues
Company history
Inception and key milestones
Mission statement
Recent company performance
Section 2. In depth analysis/review of the data presented in the case
Section 4. Recommendation
Section 5. Post audit analysis plan

From the Paper
"Notwithstanding the growing market represented by the 45 year and over segment of the population, the predictions about their continuing interest in personal growth and development through education may not pan out. Therefore, the company must gauge its future performance based on existing benchmarks and determine if the return on investment in targeting this aging segment is worthwhile. If this is the case, the company should fulfill its existing contractual obligations to this segment and then discontinue active promotional activities in retirement-related publications as described above."

Tags:college, campus, learning, students

Abstract
This paper discusses the Apollo 7 and Apollo 8 space missions and their overall effect on the United States' space race. It looks at the history behind the space race and climate in the United States at the time that the National Aeronautic and Space Administration (NASA) was first developing these missions. The paper concludes that these missions helped to revive American interest and motivate the public's support for NASA, as well as helped America to take a definite lead in the space race against the Soviets.

From the Paper
"Remembering the Apollo 8 mission, William Anders stated, "The biggest surprise of the mission was to see the first Earthrise over the moon and to realize that the Earth was even more interesting than the moon. I consider the moon voyages a technical feat, a political feat." Apollo 8 was indeed both of these. The Apollo 7 and 8 missions were vital ingredients in the overall victory for America in the space race. They helped to revive American interest and motivate the public's support for NASA. They also helped America to take a definite lead in the space race against the Soviets and use this momentum to continue to the moon. Lastly, they helped to prove that the moon was a feasible goal, and that Kennedy's idea of putting a man on the moon before the decade was out was more than possible."

Tags:NASA, moon, voyage, astronaut, lunar, landing