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Arab Nationalism: Challenges and Failures, 2004.
A look at two facets of Arab nationalism and how nationalism has influenced the politics, perceptions, and the actions of the Arab people.
2,536 words (approx. 10.1 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 76.95
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This paper looks at the implications for the Arab peoples of the concept of the Arab nation and Arab nationalism. The paper discusses how this concept affects the politics of the Arab nations, looks at how attainable the Arab nation really is, and discusses the real obstacles to achieving Arab unity. The paper includes a complete outline and an annotated bibliography.
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"The Arab nation, or Arab World, does not actually exist as a united country, but as a dream in the hearts and minds of many of the citizens of the twenty two Arab countries that form this nation. The fact that the Arab nation does not exist, could serve as an argument against the notion of Arab nationalism. Quite simply, how can Arab nationalism be real or taken in a serious sense when there is no Arab nation? Even though this question is a natural and logical one, considering that the reference is to feelings of nationalism for a nation that does not exist, it ignores one important historical fact. That is, the Arab nations did once exist, and was once united under a single powerful empire. Although it does not presently exist, as a geographic and political reality, the Arab nation has survived in terms of a shared language, culture and history, common traditions and beliefs, and most importantly united goals and ambitions. Therefore, while one has to concede to the fact that the Arab nation is not a nation in the traditional sense of the world and that attempts at creating this nation over the past decades have failed, the fact is that the Arab nation and Arab nationalism are real, have powerful psychological attraction for Arabs, and have been the basis of popular Arab ideologies; and the failure to achieve the goal of Arab unity has mainly been due to the reluctance of the individual Arab leaders to give up their dictatorship powers in favour of power-sharing with other leaders."
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Arab Nationalism, 2005.
A discussion of the concept of Arab nationalism from the writings of four noted Arab thinkers.
2,154 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 67.95
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This paper explores and reports on a variety of opinions on Arab nationalism from the perspective of several points of view - in particular, Arab points of view. Some of the Arab thinkers whose opinions are reflected include: Adeed Dawisha, a native of Iraq who is presently political science professor at Miami University; Sayed Khatab, assistant professor of history at the University of Chicago; Sayyid Qutb, an Egyptian who lived from 1906-1966 and was a member of the Muslim Brotherhood and Husain Haqqani, a noted journalist, diplomat, and he is a former advisor to prime ministers in Pakistan.
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"In Adeed Dawisha's book, Arab Nationalism in the Twentieth Century: From Triumph to Despair, he begins in a logical framework by defining Arab Nationalism, taking readers through the history of Arab Nationalism. But by Chapter Eight ("The Apex of Arab Nationalism"), readers are informed that the upward trajectory of the movement has stalled, and in Chapter Nine ("Arab Nationalism's Downward Slide"), Chapter Ten ("1967 and After: The Twilight of Arab Nationalism"), and Chapter Eleven ("The Demise of Arab Nationalism: A Postmortem"), he chronicles what he believes to be the end of Arab Nationalism according to his observations and research."
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Arabism, Islam and State-Based Nationalism, 2004.
This paper examines the dominance of Pan-Arab nationalism and Islam over state-based nationalism in the Middle East.
2,038 words (approx. 8.2 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 64.95
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The paper discusses how Pan Arabism and Islam have traditionally been more important than state-based nationalism. The paper traces the development of both Islamisation and Arabisation and explains why it is unlikely that state-based nationalism will supersede Islam as a more important influence in the Middle East, particularly in countries with a large Muslim community.
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"Islamisation and Arabisation developed together. But, not all states that undertook Islamisation were Arabised. Although they developed at the same time, the two did not originate together. Islamism's common tie is the shared religion of its followers and while Pan Arabism originated similarly, its common ties were different. Its common ties were language, culture and a shared history.
"Islamisation was the spread of the Islamic religion in the Middle East, the religion incorporates all aspects of society into its beliefs and therefore it can be independent from outside influences in law, politics and the role of the state.
"Arabism is the nationalist movement which sought to create a unified Middle East, it used history as a basis for its goals, but was relatively more unsuccessful than Islam."
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Non Arab Worries in an Arab World, 2005.
This paper discusses business practices in Arab dominated countries in the Middle East.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 5 sources, $ 62.95
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This paper discusses the overall nature of business practices in the Middle East as it pertains to Arab culture. Emphasis is given to Arab language in that the communication barrier itself must be overcome as well as to particular speech patterns within the Arabic culture that differ greatly from Western languages. Dress and behavior patterns are touched upon as are woman and how to navigate certain situations related to woman. Finally, some discussion is devoted to employment practices in the Arab region as it pertains to a foreign entity.
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"In considering business practices in Arab dominated countries the two single most important factors are the Arabic language itself and the Muslim religion. Arabic is a part of the culture and every effort should be made acclimatize oneself to it: "The Arabic language, which Muslims respect as the language of God, has had an enormous influence on Arab culture and character". Yet, while the language creates a formidable barrier insofar as business practices are concerned, the Muslim faith and its interweaving with all things social and political create a much greater difficulty for non-Muslim, non-Arab business entities intent on undertaking a business venture in an Arab country. The Muslim faith is dominant throughout the Middle East and, in fact, dominates many of the regions governing bodies as well."
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United Arab Emirates: Criminals and Nationality, 2005.
An examination of the link between criminality and nationality in the United Arab Emirates.
2,658 words (approx. 10.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 79.95
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This paper researches the processes and structures of law in the United Arab Emirates State, while considering the universal laws passed by the European Union of the United Nations. It further examines the measure to which the Emirates states are conforming to the ruling law of the World Court and what areas that are not in non-compliance in if any. This study investigates any ties that criminality has to nationality in the United Arab Emirates State.
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Part One
Statement of Thesis
Introduction
Part Two
I. Discrimination
II. Prison Conditions in the United Arab Emirates
Part Three
III. Criminality and Transnational Ramifications
Part Four
IV. The Universal Declarations
V. What the Committee Does to Provide Assistance
VI. Juveniles and Drugs
VII. The Determinate of What is Public and What is Private?
VIII .Minorities are Labeled "Gender Outlaws"
Conclusion
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"The United Arab Emirates has much farther to travel and many a sea full of issues to transverse across before a cognitive and fully functioning societal base can be realized. The overbearing male superiority will not advance this society in the Gulf region but will only tend to lead them to a place of societal isolation from a world fully implemented into the globalization of all nationalities."
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Arab Tribal Revolt Of World War I, 2002.
Examines causes of Arab nationalism.
6,300 words (approx. 25.2 pages), 12 sources, $ 135.95
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Examines causes of Arab nationalism. Early Arab revolts against the Ottomans; the Wahhabi revolt & others. Roots of Arab nationalism; Asabiyya. Ottomanism & self-determination. Muslim nationalism. "Young Turk" movement. Arab reaction to World War I. Allied policy. British alliance with Hussein. "Lawrence of Arabia." Pan-Arabism. Balfour Declaration. Treaties. Creation of the Middle East.
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"THE ARAB TRIBAL REVOLT OF WORLD WAR I AND ITS RESULT
Introduction
Few topics of study have generated as much heat as Arab nationalism. Few peoples are as poorly understood as today's Arabs. Even deciding who is an Arab or defining what is meant by Arab nationalism can easily get scholars and students into trouble, with both the Arabs and their detractors. Arab feeling is strong, and it is likely to grow stronger in the years ahead. It is also sometimes bitter, due to some of the unhappy experiences of the Arabs in the early twentieth century (Coury, 1998, 24).
The Arabs have not been united since the era of the High Caliphate, if indeed then. Furthermore, they have not ruled themselves from the time the Turks came into the region until quite ..."
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Nationalism in Middle East, 1999.
Overview of historical origins of nationalism, pan-Arabism, anti-colonial revolutions, role of Islam & oil, populism and reform.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 4 sources, $ 39.95
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" RECENT DEVELOPMENTS AND 19TH CENTURY TRENDS
This research paper explains how the emergence and spread of nationalisms, the revolutions of mid-century; the exploitation of oil and Islamic populism resulted from and accelerated trends that have been ongoing since the nineteenth century.
Emergence and Spread of Nationalisms
Nationalism has taken various forms in the Middle East, Islamic nationalism, an appeal to the unity of all Muslims, pan-Arabism, the common concerns of Arabs and country or national collectiveness. Appeals to all three types of nationalism developed in the 19th century. After the Ottoman Empire captured Cairo in 1517, it succeeded to the claims of the former Arab Caliphate to speak for all Muslims. It was, therefore, natural that 19th century Ottoman government reformers would appeal to.."
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Project Failures, 2007.
An analysis of possible causes and solutions for information technology project failures.
1,065 words (approx. 4.3 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 37.95
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This paper discusses major project failures in information technology. It describes possible reasons for project failures and types of project failures that can occur. The paper then discusses how some of these project failures can be avoided and it concludes with the lessons that analysts should be able to learn from past failures, in order to avoid them in the future.
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Types Information Technology Project Failures
Costs Of Project Failures
Common Causes for Failures
Could Project Failures Have Been Avoided
Important Lessons for Analysts on Project Failures
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"Workstar (2003) suggests project managers can help avoid problems by planning better for projects and considering their current systems compared with the functionality new systems may provide. Among the key methods managers and technologists can adopt to prevent problems include: (1) taking time to assess what the goals, aims and objectives of a project are (2) giving responsibility to project managers but also ensuring there is someone to check everything at every step of the project implementation process (3) continuing to modify a plan as the plan is being implemented to account for unexpected realities and (4) focusing on the people that will be using the technology to ensure the technology meets their skills, needs and expectations (Workstar, 2003). Specificity is also vital to a project's success as is adaptability and flexibility from all members of the project team."
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Jordanian and Egyptian Nationalism, 2005.
A study of the attributes of Jordanian and Egyptian nationalism.
2,990 words (approx. 12.0 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 103.95
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This paper examines the attributes of Arab nationalism in Egypt and Jordan. The paper describes the dynamics of political governance that lend national identity. The paper looks at both those forms of identity that are formed organically, from within the relevant population, and those that are imposed from without, as an administrative exercise from an authoritative top down.
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"The purpose of this research is to examine attributes of nationalism as applied chiefly to Egypt and Jordan. The plan of the research will be to set forth the historical context in which nationalism surfaced as an issue in these countries in the 20th century and to ..."
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Religion and Nationalism, 2005.
This paper studies the role of religion and nationalism in the Indo-Pakistani and Arab-Israeli conflicts.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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In this essay, the writer examines the role of religion and nationalism in the origin and development of the India-Pakistan and Arab-Israeli conflicts. The writer discusses religion and nationalism as exacerbating factors in the conflicts. The writer also considers the prospect that religion and nationalism will continue to be factors in wars in the future.
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"States go to war for a variety of reasons, but two that have proven particularly effective in generating mass mobilization are religion and nationalism. Unlike other reasons for war, such as control of a trade route or more broadly even economic prosperity, these reasons are capable of motivating large numbers of people on a deeply emotional level even when they do not stand to share in any material gains from victory. By the same token however, once brought into ... "
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Top Three Challenges For a Global Business, 2007.
Discusses the three challenges that are associated with a global market: building customer loyalty, retaining intellectual property rights and securing information systems.
2,268 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 70.95
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In this article, the writer notes that in today's global business environment, companies have unprecedented access to markets around the world. The writer points out that though there are many advantages to globalization, companies must be prepared for the challenges that it presents as well. The writer maintains that in order for a company to succeed in a global market, a company must develop and follow a carefully planned strategy. This involves three challenges that are associated with a global market: building customer loyalty, retaining intellectual property rights and securing information systems. This paper explores the importance of these top business challenges and suggests methods by which companies can overcome them.
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Introduction
Challenge 1: Building Customer Loyalty
Ways to Overcome Challenge 1
Challenge 2: Protecting Intellectual Property in a Global Environment
Ways to Overcome Challenge 2
Challenge 3 - Information Security Protection
Ways to Overcome Challenge 3
Conclusion
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"The main goal of implementing a customer loyalty program is to prevent a company's existing customers from turning to its competition. The objective of any loyalty solution is to treat customers as if they are truly cared about and provide them with the products and services they seek at the right time and at the right place. With so many purchasing options, customers are savvy enough to detect a company with sub-par service and do not tolerate it."
"Every customer loyalty initiative should start on the front line with the customer service department, since they are in contact with customers on a daily basis. A business should employ a consistent customer service strategy that ensures that each customer receives a positive experience with the company. Customer service representatives must be empowered to not only answer inquiries and close sales, but to build customer relationships. To effectively create relationships with customers, representatives must be equipped with CRM databases to know the customer's history and provide the most relevant offer, have the authority to make business decisions in the best interest of the customer, and be enthusiastic to establish a genuine bond with the customer."
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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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Internationalization Challenges and Strategies in China, 2006.
This dissertation is an extensive report of research to analyze the internationalization strategies taken by Xerox, Ricoh and Canon to respond to challenges posed by China's emerging market.
15,125 words (approx. 60.5 pages), 100 sources, MLA, $ 249.95
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This paper explains that one of the major findings of this research to analyze the internationalization strategies taken by Xerox, Ricoh and Canon to respond to challenges posed by China's emerging market was that cultural distance was a far less significant internationalization challenge in the Chinese office electronics industry than the literature review suggested. The author points out that the research confirmed the significance of administrative heritage and organizational structure as key internationalization challenges that firm's face including those in the Chinese office electronics industry. The paper indicates that the internationalization process leads to a network of international market activities through foreign direct investment and other forms of international business involvement and may result in the inter-dependencies of all multinational corporations in one host country, which is one important aspect of internationalization.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Literature Review
Internationalization Challenges
Local Market Disadvantages
Disproportionate Operating Costs and a Denial of Benefits Afforded to Domestic Firms
Cultural Distance and Market Entry Modes
Political Bargaining and Positioning
Institutional Differences and Corruption
Local Density and WFOE Performance
Organizational Capabilities
Administrative Heritage
Organizational Structure
Internationalization Strategies
Exporting
International Licensing Agreements
International Joint Ventures and Strategic Alliances
Wholly-Owned Foreign Enterprise
Doing Business in China
The Global Office Electronics Industry
Research Design
Case Study Approach
Data Collection
Framework for Analysis
Case Studies
Short-Term Challenges
Cultural Distance and Organisational Capabilities
Political Bargaining and Positioning
Long-Term Challenges
Administrative Heritage
Organizational Structure
China Strategies of Office Electronics Firms
Discussion
Short-Term Challenges
Long-Term Challenges
Limitations
Conclusion
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"There are many local market conditions that could test a company's resolve to enter a new and unfamiliar market, which present themselves as key challenges to firms. The initial challenge comes in the form of entry barriers. Jennifer Rankin (2003) interprets these barriers in terms of the huge investment and risks that the undertaking entails. Moreover, the return on investment may take years to materialize. So if the company is a penny-pincher afraid to take risks and also in a hurry to recoup its investment, it might as well forget internationalization."
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Challenges in Intelligence, 2008.
This paper looks at the greatest challenges facing the intelligence community in the US in the coming years.
1,442 words (approx. 5.8 pages), 10 sources, APA, $ 47.95
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In this article, the writer argues that several serious challenges must be overcome within the next few years if American interests are to be well-served by those entrusted with accumulating information on the country's enemies and with formulating strategies for overcoming those enemies. The challenges include unimaginative policy-makers, an unwieldy bureaucracy, imperfect human resources management, the need for international collaboration in a day and age when America is deeply unpopular around the world, the unfortunate trend towards the politicization of intelligence-gathering activities, and slovenly knowledge management. The writer notes that while arguably none of them is any more important than the others, all of them, if taken as a collective, can lead to a paralysis of the intelligence community that might prove, quite literally, deadly. The writer concludes that American intelligence has a host of challenges, from unimaginative policy-makers, to bureaucratic inertia, to combating America's unpopularity overseas, to poor knowledge management, that must all be overcome as quickly as possible.
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"Another major challenge will be coming up with a more stream-lined decision-making process for all branches of government - not simply the CIA or FBI or any other explicitly intelligence-gathering department. This commitment to efficiency, as most can imagine, is vitally important when it comes to things like protecting American nuclear arsenals from successful infiltration or attack. According to the General Accounting Office, the Department of Energy took nearly two years to develop a new Design Basis Threat capable of accurately assessing the possible size and capabilities of terrorist forces - in no small part because the DOE's review and comment process for developing policy is cumbersome, to say the least. Clearly, one of the great challenges facing America today is coming up with a means by which the bureaucracy can be made to work more efficiently so that all those associated - even peripherally - with the intelligence community are responsive and flexible in a day and age when responsiveness and flexibility are desperately needed. All in all, given as the country's nuclear arsenals are so enticing to sophisticated terrorist outfits with considerable human and financial resources, streamlining the decision-making and implementation process (particularly with regards to things like DBT development) is simply imperative."
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Facing Challenges and Communal Responsibility, 2005.
A discussion regarding the challenges facing a new immigrant and the responsibility of the community.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 1 source, $ 26.95
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This paper is a brief essay regarding the challenges that a young person from Iran faces in a new world and culture. The essay outlines some of the challenges faced and also explores the individual's view on giving back to the community. The paper concludes that there is a "cause-and-effect" relationship between healthy community role models and a healthy community.
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"Being a student from Iran and trying to gain a diploma in a new land presents many challenges. The following brief paper will outline the challenges that any young student placed in such a circumstance must confront. The paper will also examine communal responsibility and how a young person can give back to his or her community and make that community a better place for everyone. In particular, this paper will look at the "cause-and-effect" relationship of being a positive role model to young people. "
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