Abstract
This paper argues that Dr Collins should refrain from investing in this Mexican restaurant project. The author cites lack of originality in the chicken dish recipe, the proof that Canadians simply do not like Mexican food and research revealed that tough competitors, such as Taco Bell, already in this limited market. The paper relates that the amount of sales needed to simply break even this restaurant could not make a lucrative profit.

From the Paper
"This business study will examine a Mexican fast food chain should be opened in Quebec. The research of Dr. Collins and his investors group have analyzed and projected the possibilities of this type of restaurant in Canada. However, due to the lack of interest in Mexican restaurants already in Canada, this would be a bad investment choice. The initial studies that discovered that the fast food chain Dr. Collins was investigating had stolen a recipe from another food chain in California is not a good sign."

Tags:business, restaurant, investment

Abstract
In this article, the writer describes the courses required for the diploma of investment management (DIM) at a business training institute.

From the Paper
"This course will examine debt instruments and their inherent risks rate of return interest rate return structure valuation of securities that have embedded derivative securities and other distinct features. Alternative investment options encompassing hedge funds real estate and the private equity market will be covered.
"In-depth valuation of debt securities. Students will learn how to determine the fair value of debt securities and the three steps of ..."

Tags:Diploma of Information, computer, investment, course description, business english, stock exchange, stock market, electronic stock exchange, business ethics, valuation, analysis, asset pricing, portfolio, security, investment management

Abstract
This memo defines the various strategies to be used to create a utilitarian set of virtues that will demand internal compliance with ethical codes of conduct. The paper explains that although these options define small-scale/low risk investment policies, they are presented because of their long-term investment viability for higher profit returns.

Tags:business, memo, writing

Abstract
The paper addresses the mortgage business' management function of organizing. The paper focuses on three areas of organizing; organizing the business knowledge, monetary resources for investment and the physical assets.

Outline:
Introduction
Organizing Function in Mortgage business

From the Paper
"A mortgage business aims at making profit by the way of interest gained from the financial assistance provided to the potential customers in procuring properties like land, home, automobiles, home appliances and office equipment. In some cases, financial assistance is provided against a property already possessed by the customers. In both the cases, the ownership of the property of the customer either already owned or procured will be bestowed upon the financial company doing the mortgage business till the time the customer repays the financial assistance received by the customer along with the agreed upon interest rate. The investment in the mortgage business is safe because of pledging of the property as a gurantee for the loan amount sanctioned. However, the business is subjected to the volatility of the money and real estate market forces like monitory policies of the central bank, prevailing economic conditions like inflation rate and interest rate for savings, availability and demand for land ext., in a greater dimension than any other business. The effectiveness and efficiency of the management of the mortgage business assumes greater significance in achieving the strategic objectives of the business."

Tags:business, knowledge, finance, investment, assets

Abstract
This paper provides the calculations for some estimates of cost pertaining to business operations. Additionally, the flow of capital into and out of various markets is examined in its relationship with the theory of comparative advantage and that funds are following low wage/low cost production markets. The paper shows how funds are moving to developing and emerging markets as never before in the form of foreign direct investment, outsourcing, and offshoring.

From the Paper
"This document provides the calculations for some estimates of cost pertaining to business operations. Additionally, the flow of capital into and out of various markets is examined in its relationship with the theory of comparative advantage and that funds are following low wage/low cost production markets. Thus, funds are moving to developing and emerging markets as never before in the form of foreign direct investment, outsourcing, and offshoring."

Tags:investment, decisions, calculations

Abstract
The paper analyzes the three alternatives an entrepeneur has to acquire the capital he needs to establish his business; contracting bank loans, issuing stocks or setting up a joint business with a partner. The paper explains the advantages and limitations of these three financing possibilities, and points out that it is not a tragedy if the initial profits are reduced to inexistent; what is important is for the entrepreneur to persevere.

Outline:
Introduction
Financial Risks of a Business During Start Up
Conclusions

From the Paper
"The contemporaneous society reveals a tendency of every man for himself. Within the business community, this has materialized in the opening of numerous small businesses, run by former corporate employees, who became motivated by the desire to be their own bosses. We see examples of successful entrepreneurs every day and each of us may be tempted to try and open a business. It must however be mentioned that the risks of opening a business are rather complex and more numerous that one may seem to think. And they spread on numerous levels, such as marketing or management risks, financial risks or human resource risks."

Tags:bank, loans, securities, stocks, partner, return, on, investment

Abstract
The paper is an extensive, detailed and long-term business plan for a company by the name of Gadgers which is an online store specializing in electronic gadgets such as, but not limited to, car electronics, audio players, games consoles, video equipment, baby monitors, surveillance equipment, and other popular electronic items. The company is an independent ecommerce, retail online business, providing consumers with the opportunity to purchase branded merchandise at low prices. The paper includes tables, graphs, and a glossary of terms.

Table of Contents:
General overview
What We Offer
Location
Market product and service
Management expertise
Reasons why the business will succeed
Business Goals
S.M.A.R.T (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, Timely)
Short term 0-2 years
Medium term 3-5 years
Long term over 5 years
Summary of financial needs and application of funds
Summary of earnings projection
Security you are prepared to pledge
Management
List of owners
List of Support Business Advisors Who Will Formally Offer Business Advice
Important employee regulations and policies
Mission Statement
Business Description
Marketing Plan
Price comparison among competitors and benefits analysis
Propriety position
Products or Services Pricing Strategy
Selling price for products
Cost of materials and supplies for products
Cost of selling product
Pricing policy
Description of the total market
Industry trends (past, present, and future)
Target market
Marketing plan/strategy
Location
Equipment
Work flow
Inventory control
Supplies and materials
Growth
Registrations and Regulations
Zoning, permits, contracts and licenses or patents
Insurance
Taxes
Glossary
Appendices
Research

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"The marketing strategy in the first three years will be to build brand recognition. The first year of operation will focus on mass media to create business identity. It is imperative that early adopters obtain widespread awareness of services and benefits. In addition, the first year of operation will be used to solidify the services concept and identify any weaknesses in the service offering. In comparison, during years two through three, Gadgers will be focused on rapid growth to establish a strong market niche while attending to brand positioning, gaps in market coverage, and additional opportunities for market segmentation. Recently listed as the fastest growing market in terms of online shopping, America is a prime target for Gadgers. Equally prime is the target market of those who already shop on the Internet. Comfortable already with the concept of shopping online, and technologically-savvy enough to use the computer for their shopping needs, this group will be the most likely to purchase electronic products from Gadgers for several reasons. First of all, this group of consumers will not only be comfortable with shopping on the Internet, but the convenience of this kind of shopping will be preferable to the group. This group of consumers can either be male of female, are probably in their late teens to late twenties, and most likely have some type of post-high school education. Their interest in electronics and preference for handing all business over the Internet were probably developed during their college years. In order to market to this target group, Gadgers will focus on Internet marketing, featuring advertisements on other electronics web sites such as ITunes, developing a Face book and My Space profile, and providing promotional codes for free coupons. Gadgers will also target those who already shop on the Internet by allying themselves with shopping club web sites such as Quixtar.com and Mypoints.com. The final primary marketing strategy will be to create a blog including a video and photo contest, offering free merchandise to the winner. This will draw online shoppers and technology-savvy young people to the web site. Gadgers must undertake these primary marketing objectives in order to compete with the primary competitors, web sites of established electronic brick and mortar sties such as Best Buy and Radio Shack. The size of this market is rather extensive, with Best Buy topping the charts of most electronics purchases, and specialized stores like Radio Shack and the Mac store picking up the leftovers. Gadgers can compete with these types of brick and mortar stores in both prices and versatility of items offered, as Gadgers will provide one web site containing many brand name items at lower prices than in stores. This information will be effectively communicated in the online marketing strategy detailed above."

Tags:electronic, ecommerce, customers, leading, expansion, strategy, web, recognition, concept, investment, management

Abstract
This paper reviews Burstein and de Keijzer's "Big Dragon China's Future: What it Means for Business, the Economy, and the Global Order" in which both authors predict that by the 2030s China will be the world's largest economy. This paper discusses the various companies that have suffered due to the shifting politics of foreign policy between China being in favor one day and out the next. This paper also details the views of Jeffrey Garten, a writer for "Harvard Business Review" who sees China as enticement for foreign investors, yet stresses caution should be used in developing any business relationship with China. This well-written paper covers several areas regarding China's economy including a U.S. initiative supporting China's membership in the World Trade Organization, expansion of U.S. public-private partnerships to invest and help solve particular problems in China and development of China's policy mutually with U.S. allies. "Big Dragon" profiles many individual Chinese entrepreneurs and others who are bringing a new China into being. This paper also focuses on Zhang Wei, one of China's more successful entrepreneurs, who went from government researcher to heading a company employing 400 in only three years. Despite the differences between practices in China and other countries, many corporations are willing to take a big gamble on China, seeing that their future is dependent on their performance in China.

From the Paper
"Over the course of his history, Zhang has captured the essence of the Chinese business world of "catch-as-catch-can". His corporation has various types of holdings, often-different one from the other. Zhang has bridged the gap across the Pacific with the United States with his position of "master franchise holder in China" of an American company, Fun World. What makes this situation particularly unique is that it is one of the first companies in China "to buy an interest in a U.S. company." At the time Big Dragon was written, Zhang was "negotiating an arrangement that would shift manufacturing of all the equipment for the centers to China." Zhang hopes to take the U.S. company over altogether, including the export of the concept to "other countries and selling the franchisees Chinese-made equipment." Zhang has encountered some problems along the way, problems that are compounded by China's culture and lack of laws, which govern specific business issues. One is that franchisees have stolen the company name and have opened their own centers."

Tags:china, politics, economy, business, international, trade, globalization, policy

Abstract
This paper examines the Ontario Liberal government's strategy to attract auto investment to the province. According to the paper, this consists primarily of offering cash incentives in the form of both direct investment grants and repayable loans, with five year interest free periods, to companies involved in the automotive sector. In particular, this is aimed toward projects designed to support training and skills development, as well as innovation in new technologies and construction of physical infrastructure for automobile and auto parts manufacturing.

From the Paper
"The Ontario Liberal government's strategy to attract auto investment to the province consists primarily of offering cash incentives - in the form of both direct investment grants and repayable loans, with five year interest free periods - to companies involved in the automotive sector for projects designed to support training and skills development, as well as innovation in new technologies and construction of physical infrastructure for automobile and auto parts manufacturing."

Tags:business, canada, context

Abstract
The paper discusses the issue of staff training and return on investment. It looks at the relationship of training to a company's goals and objectives and the concept of ROI (return on investment).

From the Paper
"There is little doubt that contemporary organizations particularly those that define themselves as learning organizations intent upon enhancing workers' knowledge and skills emphasize training as part of ..."

Tags:training, return on investment, business