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The following discussion will focus on problems with cost-benefit analysis in the context of natural resource policy and development. In order to achieve this goal certain fundamental premises must be outlined and accepted. The cost/benefit approach to natural resources holds that natural resources-from clean water to sub-surface minerals-are commodities that ultimately have a value. It also asserts that economic theories and principles can, therefore, be applied to decisions relating to the disposition of natural resources. As a consequence of these first two premises it does not accept any moral arguments: Notably those that assert that conservation is morally superior to extraction or development as costs and benefits cannot be quantified in this paradigm.

Tags:cost, benefit, analysis

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This paper summarizes an article related to cost-benefit analysis in the field of information technology, and considers the use of information technology as a business research tool. It looks at the application of CBA to the workplace.

From the Paper
"The question of whether the ends justify the means is more than an esoteric philosophical issue in business - the question has resulted in the development of cost-benefit analysis which determines whether the ends benefits ..."

Tags:cost-benefit analysis, information technology, article summary

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A brief discussion of the key elements in the employee benefit plan offered by Federal Express. The paper is linked to other orders.

From the Paper
"This assignment briefly profiles the benefits plan approach maintained by Federal Express (FedEx). FedEx is dedicated to the principle that people are its most important assets. Consequently, it stresses the importance of putting the right people in the right job and ensuring that they have the skills and expertise to perform effectively in that job. As described by Roberts, its policies include putting staff first, promoting from within and fostering diversity. Roberts states that it was the promise that staff..."

Tags:human resource management, benefits plan, Federal Express

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This paper discusses how benefit programs in non-profit organization would help employees feel more recognized, appreciated and valued. Explaining that people who usually work in such organizations are not motivated by money, the author goes on to describe examples that could benefit employees such as funding their higher education. The paper seeks to explain how a non-profit organization can adopt such a program and details the factors to consider when doing so.

Contents:
Introduction
Purpose of the Benefit Programs
Factors to Consider when Creating an Adoption Program as a Benefit to Employees Within an Non-Profit Organization
Goals, Vision, Culture and Mission of the Organization
Available Resources
Legislation
Steps Followed when Creating an Adoption Program as a Benefit to Employees Within an Non-Profit Organization
Identifying Employees' Needs and Demands
Consultation with Decisions Makers
Benefit Programs that can be Adopted
Conclusion

From the Paper
"One of the major characteristics of a non-profit organization is service to a specific clientele. In order to effectively provide the services to the specified clients, the organization needs to have a workforce that is motivated. Money is not the only thing that motivates employees. Employees especially those in non-profit organizations always want something that is more than that, they need to be recognized, appreciated and feel valued. One way of achieving this is for the organization to adopt a program that will be beneficial to its employees."

Tags:human resource, employee welfare, work environment

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This paper examines how cost benefit analysis refers to the method by which organizations assess the outcome of various actions or projects and how it has often been projected as a useful measurement tool that allows accurate measurement of possible benefits, which are then compared with the costs to be incurred. It looks at how the tool is widely used by the corporate sector for business research. It summarizes one article in connection with cost benefits analysis in business research and sees how it can be applied in an organization or in personal lives. Jennifer Giacin, BS, CSA, in her article, "Cost Benefit Analysis and Business Research," discusses the increasing use of cost benefit analysis in the corporate sector, especially in the area of training programs, and also touches upon the merits and demerits of such actions.

From the Paper
"Cost benefit analysis may sound like a scientific term that only few people can understand or implement, but the truth is that this method is regularly used by all of us in professional as well as personal lives. Whenever we are required to make a decision regarding something of importance, we weigh its possible pros and cons before taking the giant leap. Cost benefit analysis is part of human nature and thus consistently used by every rational person. In our personal lives, we encounter situations that require us to make some kind of investment whether emotional, financial or physical. But since these resources are important to us, we want to use them wisely and thus would assess the possible benefits of the action before making a decision."

Tags:decision, investment, resources

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The Cost Benefit Analysis Theory involves weighing the cost to do or acquire something and benefit that it would return from the process. This paper shows that carrying out a cost benefit analysis is a technical exercise involving numerous choices and calculations. The more complicated the decision being addressed, the more care should be taken to identify and measure key variables and to analyze them appropriately. The paper looks at how the theory is applied to public policy decision making and the issues that are examined to determine benefits to different segments of the population.

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"At the same time that society has become increasingly complex we have entered a political era when the social benefits of governmental activities are increasingly questioned. As we have experienced an increase in the unintended outcomes and unexpected consequences resulting from public policy, there has been an increasing call from many quarters to subject all government programs to an examination by cost-benefit analysis, because cost-benefit analysis provides a means of comparing complex projects, even when benefits and costs occur during different time periods (Leonard, HB. & Zeckhauser, R.J1983)."

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This paper discusses how all the US Federal Agencies are legislatively bound by decision-making with benefit-cost analysis techniques at a time when they are under increasing pressure to prove the effectiveness of their spending and better accommodate uncertainty. Collectively these Agencies were responsible for making decisions on how they spent $2.5 trillion in fiscal year 2005, of which $1 trillion was for discretionary spending. This research identifies, through a case study of Federal Aviation Administration decision-making for a system within a complex system, how real options thinking can be acceptably and effectively appended to current mandates for benefit-cost analysis defined by the Office of Management and Budget in Circular A-94.

From the Paper
"In the work of de Neufville and Wang (2004) it is stated that: "Most real options are not well-defined simple options. They can be compound or parallel. Compound options are often options on options, and the interactions between them are significant." (Neufville and Wang, 2004) Further stated is that: "Parallel options are different options built on the same project, such as the several possible applications or target markets of a new product." (Neufville & Wang, 2004) de Neufville and Wang (2004) categorize 'real options' as "those that are either 'on' or 'in' projects."

Tags:budget, analysis, financial, options, identification, models

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This paper identifies and analyzes the Canada Child Tax Benefit (CCTB). It analyzes the policy and discusses its problems. The paper specifically looks at an analysis of the CCTB by Michael Ignatieff, the Canadian Member of Parliament for Etobicoke, Lakeshore and one of the Liberal Party of Canada leadership candidates. It discusses the CCTB according to an article he wrote for The Globe and Mail entitled "A Vision for a More Competitive Canada."

Table of Contents:
Introduction: Policy Under Review
Policy Summary
Problems With the CCTB
Conclusion: Other Options?

From the Paper
"To date, the GNWT has cut the personal income tax levels and maintains one of the lowest corporate taxation regimes in the country (ibid, p. 17). It makes sense that in order to support those who are in need, those who have high financial security ought to be taxes more. At the moment, the ironic truth is that it is those who have the least financial wealth must pay in order to subsidize the CCTB. Indeed, as one detractor commented, the CTB is "more generous to those who do get it than anything in our history" (Shillington, 2000, p. 62). Funds from taxation of those with higher personal incomes and increased corporate taxation would do much to stem this problem. Additional funds may also be taken from the Canada's National Plan of Action for Children initiatives, for example (ibid, p. 17). Until such solutions are implemented, unfortunately families struggling under the CCTB have no alternative to their dire situation."

Tags:GNWT, taxation, federal, budget, supplement, revenue

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This paper analyzes the theory of cost benefit in the light of the "usefulness" theory.

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Establishing appropriate levels of pay is an important part of the mission of the professional human resources division of companies today, and providing appropriate levels of benefits that will attract and retain qualified, talented people is a critical contribution to the accomplishment of an organization's mission. Today, the human resources manager has several tools available to help establish appropriate pay structures and to determine these levels of benefits. This paper provides some timely examples of how a manager can use these tools to determine the best mix of pay structure and benefits. A summary of the research is provided in the conclusion.

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"The old saying, "Bloom where you are planted" is appropriate in many situations in the workplace. Sometimes people become stressed and unsatisfied with a particular job because they feel they are unable to meet the challenges or requirements, or, conversely, they may feel that the position does not provide sufficient challenges or opportunity for advancement. Beyond these work-related challenges, people are always concerned about how much money they make and what benefits are provided for them and their families. In today's healthy economic environment, human resource managers are facing an increasingly competitive job market where employees can pick and choose the salary and benefit packages which best suit their needs. Establishing appropriate levels of pay is an important part of the mission of the professional human resources division of companies today, and providing appropriate levels of benefits which will attract and retain qualified, talented people is a critical contribution to the accomplishment of an organization's mission. Today, the human resources manager has several tools available to help establish appropriate pay structures and to determine these levels of benefits. This paper will provide some examples how a manager can use these tools to determine the best mix of pay structure and benefits. A summary of the research is provided in the conclusion."

Tags:aptitude, hrm, job, management, perks, perquisites, recruiting, retention