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Business in the Czech Republic and the U.S., 2008.
An analysis of the cultural differences between the Czech Republic and the United States, with regards to entering the Czech pizza market.
1,508 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 49.95
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The paper reveals that, although it is five years after the democratic revolution, elements of the economic, political and social aspects still linger within the Czech Republic. The paper then analyzes the cultural differences between the Czech Republic and the United States in order to gain a better understanding of the necessary business risks, which Chicago Style Pizza will face following its expansion into the Czech Republic.
Outline:
History of the Czech Republic
Comparative Advantages in the Czech Republic
Hofstede's Evaluation
Trade Barriers in the Czech Republic
Economics of the Pizza Market in the Czech Republic: Demand, Cost Structure, and Elasticities
Conclusion
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"The Czech Republic was occupied by the Germans in 1939; this resulted in more than 350,000 citizens (250,000 Jews) losing their lives. After World War II, the Germans had to leave the Czech Republic. By 1948, communism was the style of government within the Czech Republic; this resulted in different economic and social policies than the Western world.
"Given this history, it is probably thought that there are major differences between the United States and the Czech Republic. The population is 90% Bohemian, 4% Moravian, and 2% ethnic Slovak. Sixty percent (60%) of the population consider themselves Christian, but is heavily influenced by the communist past, of atheism. "Czechs value education, cleverness, social standing, modesty, and humor", the combination of these traits make them somewhat different from Americans, ("Czech Republic, 2006)."
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The Czech Republic, 2002.
An analysis of the post socialist economy of the Czech Republic.
2,567 words (approx. 10.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 77.95
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This paper investigates the post socialist economy of the Czech Republic. It explores the macroeconomic experiences of the country over the past decade. The paper addresses questions such as political re-organization, trade liberalization, privatization, economic stabilization and economic growth. The paper discusses whether the post socialist system has been successful or unsuccessful.
Introduction
About the Czech Republic
Political Reorganization
The Economy of the Czech Republic
Economy over the Past Ten Years
Privatization
Success or Failure
Conclusion
Works Cited
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"The CIA World Fact Book reports that after World War II Czechoslovakia was influenced greatly by the Soviet Union. Furthermore in 1968, ?an invasion by Warsaw Pact troops ended the efforts of the country's leaders to liberalize party rule and create "socialism with a human face." (Czech Republic) The Czech people staged anti-Soviet demonstrations and in turn they were oppressed by the Soviet region. In 1989 the Soviet authority finally collapsed and the nation was freed through the "Velvet Revolution." In January of 1993, the Czechoslovakia became two separate national components, the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Encarta reports that the Czech Republic is a member of NATO and is attempting to compete in the global economy with world markets."
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The Czech Republic, 2006.
A look at the Czech Republic, formed after the nation of Czechoslovakia split into two separate nations.
2,619 words (approx. 10.5 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 78.95
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This paper describes the Czech Republic's integration with world markets which began in 1989 with the fall of communism. The paper examines and discusses the economic principles that the Republic adhered to during its period of economic transformation, which include the liberalization of prices and foreign trade, internal convertibility of currency, privatization, the state's restrictive financial policies and tax reform.
Exports and Imports
Resources
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"During the early 90s, the Czech Republic appeared to be one of the most successful post-Communist states. However, in 1997 financial turmoil began to rapidly deflate that image. The country suffered a currency crisis brought on by poor export performance and an unbridled surge in domestic demand (caused by a decreasing value of real wages.) Its failure to develop a successful capital market as well as its lagging enterprise restructuring led to government-imposed austerity measures which cut spending by 2.5% of the GDP. Experts concluded that the economy's troubles were the fault of the government's overwhelming influence on the privatized economy. Private firm mismanagement was also a problem. At the beginning of 1998, the country had entered a crisis condition."
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The Czech Republic.
This paper discusses the Czech Republic, especially the business environment for radiological products.
2,540 words (approx. 10.2 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 76.95
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The paper explains that the greatest efforts of the country are now concentrated on adapting to the European Union through legislation, adopting changes in standards and procedures, and increasing transparency, which also should increase outside investments. The author points out that the Czechs have a distinct climate of corruption, especially in clerical and administrative services, and it is a method of negotiation with the administrators who are operating at higher levels. The paper relates that the area of radiology is well developed, the number of radiological treatments has increased 30 percent over the last ten years, and there are already quite a few suppliers of items like MRI in the country.
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"The country and its government had gone through an extremely difficult period of two years after the revolution in the country took place. They had a distinct aim when the revolution occurred and to support these aims they also passed a large number of new laws. The study of the laws shows them to be very modern and useful to the society. The passing of these laws also show that the government in power distinctly has a desire to follow the laws and work in a manner similar to the governments that operate in the Western countries. The only problem that when these laws were passed, the nation was in a euphoria and this led to the whole process being completed done at a very high speed. This has left its mark in the inconsistencies and oversight in these laws. One of these laws has the name of Waste Act (No. 238/1991). The whole law is only to deal with efforts for the restriction of certain business activities like the import and export of waste."
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Czech Republic's Economy, 1997.
Analyzes nation's transition from planned to market economy, theories, history, regional & global issues and politics.
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"TRANSITIONAL ECONOMIES: MOVING FROM A PLANNED TO A MARKET ECONOMY IN THE CZECH REPUBLIC
Introduction
Five-to-six years after the collapse of state socialism in Central and Eastern Europe, democracy and free enterprise are spreading sporadically throughout the region (Brown, 1995, p. 25). By 1995, more than a third of economic output was being produced by the private sector, shortages had virtually disappeared, and financial fortunes were being accumulated by a new class of entrepreneurs in the former socialist economies of Eastern Europe. Brown (1995, p. 25) stated that: ?The casual outside observer may be forgiven for assuming that it will be only a matter of time before these initially disadvantaged countries achieve sustained rates of economic growth and acquire the .."
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Czech Chicago Style Pizza, 2008.
An analysis of the cultural differences Chicago Style Pizza will have to deal with following its expansion into the Czech Republic.
1,482 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 48.95
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This paper examines how the Czech Republic has a history embroiled with communism and totalitarianism. It attempts to analyze the cultural differences between the Czech Republic and the United States as a prerequisite to understanding the necessary business risks, which Chicago Style Pizza will face following its expansion into the Czech Republic.
Outline:
History of the Czech Republic
Cultural Differences and Associated Business Risks
Comparative Advantages in the Czech Republic
Hofstede's Evaluation: It's Usefulness in with Chicago Style Pizza in the Czech Republic
Trade Barriers in the Czech Republic
Economics of the Pizza Market in the Czech Republic: Demand, Cost Structure, and Elasticities
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"The Czech Republic is moving closer towards Western-style models of business management and economic reform; inevitably increased pizza consumption factors into the constant upward trend. Today the Czech Republic is one of the most affluent of the post-Communist states of Central and Eastern Europe; so Kafka will find a favorable business environment in Prague. Prague is located within Central Europe this is a prime location for new business activities and creates an ideal environment for foreign trade and increased business investment opportunities; Kafka is taking advantage of a fruitful business environment."
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Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and Economic Growth, 2006.
An analysis of the relationship between foreign direct investment (FDI) and economic growth in the Czech Republic.
10,937 words (approx. 43.7 pages), 100 sources, APA, $ 216.95
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Foreign direct investment (FDI) has increased rapidly over the past years, especially after the promotion of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank. The aim of this paper is to examine whether there is a positive relationship between FDI and the economic growth in the Czech Republic, with special emphasis on technology and productivity spillovers. It focuses especially on two hypotheses, in the form of a case study. The first hypothesis is that technological and productivity spillover from FDI can lead to an increase in economic growth in the Czech Republic. The second hypothesis is that the Czech government can be an extra incentive for economic growth. Formulas show different solutions to different questions in economic growth. The paper discusses the Keynes' GDP model, the purchasing power parity (PPP), as well as Solow's total factor productivity (TFP) and multi factor productivity (MFP) and Cob-Douglas elastic growth equation, that includes technology development into the equation.
Outline
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 Economic Growth and FDI
Inflows to the Czech Republic
1.2 Introduction to Relevant Theoretic
And Empirical Studies
1.3 Research Aims and Objectives
1.4 Chapter Review
Chapter 2: Literature Review
2.1 FDI vs. Economic Growth
2.1.1 Technology and Productivity Spill Over
Transfers through FDI
2.1.2 Employment Creation:
2.1.3 Capital
2.1.4 Export
2.2 Other Factors vs. Economic Growth
2.2.2 Government Expenditure
2.2.3 Population Size
2.2.4 Openness
2.3 Conclusion
2.3.1 Role of the Literature in the Dissertation
Chapter 3 Methodology
3.1 Research Methodology Method:
H.1.1) There Has Been Economic
Growth in the Czech Republic.
H.1.2) Technology and Productivity
Spillovers Apply To The Czech Republic.
3.2 Conclusion
Chapter 4: Data
4.1 Data Collection
4.2 Data Analysis Keynes
GDP Equation
World Bank PPP Equation
Solow TFP Equation
Solow MFP Equation
Cob-Douglas Equation
Chapter 5: Conclusion
5.1.1 The First Objective Is To Give A
General Understanding of FDI
And Economic Growth
5.1.2 Second Is To Discuss According To A
Case Study Spillovers of FDI into the Czech Market
5.1.3 Thirdly, How the Czech Government
Can Be an Extra Incentive for Economic Growth
5.2 Boundaries and Constraints
5.3 Need for Further Research is Recognized
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"Multinational companies (MNCs) find it profitable to invest abroad because they own specific assets, one of which is the multinational's access to better production technology. (Caves, 1996) The role of transaction costs in the development of MNCs is seen as very important by McManus. Transaction costs can arise when transferring goods and or services, which can be a lot of money that is not necessary. When a MNC invests in a foreign market it overcomes those costs. (McManus1987) The relation between income inequality in Local Domestic Companies (LDCs) and FDIs is seen as a generally positive by Tsai. (Tsai 1995)"
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Democratic Republic of Congo, 2005.
This paper discusses the geography, including the history and economy, of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
1,675 words (approx. 6.7 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 54.95
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This paper explains that the Democratic Republic of Congo, formerly known as Zaire, has been plagued with ethnic turmoil and civil war, exacerbated by the massive influx of refugees from Rwanda and Burundi, which has reduced a once prospering country into a state of turmoil. The author points out that there are over 200 African ethnic groups in the Democratic Republic of Congo of which the majority of these are Bantu. The paper explains that the U.N.'s Human Development Index (HDI), which is a composite of human development indicators, such as longevity, knowledge and education, and economic measurements, is a better system of determining living standards than the GDP alone; Democratic Republic of Congo ranks very near the bottom. Many graphs and charts.
Table of Contents
Democratic Republic of Congo Background
Introduction
Geographic Placement
Ethnic Composition of the Democratic Republic of Congo
Religious Composition of the Democratic Republic of Congo
Colonial History of the Democratic Republic of Congo
Form of Government for the Democratic Republic of Congo
Main Sources of Economic Activity
Structure of the Economy of Democratic Republic of Congo
Economic Background
Nominal and Real GDP Per Capita for the Previous 10 Years, in US$
Nominal and Real GDP Per Capita for the Previous 10 Years, in LCU
Comparison of Two Graphs
Life Expectancy
Adult Literacy Rate
Primary School Enrollment Rate
Human Development Index (HDI)
HDI Formula
HDI Versus GDP
5 Obstacles to Economic Development in the Past 5 Years
Actions that Could be Taken to Overcome These Challenges
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"Currently the country is under a dictatorship and is presumably transitioning towards a representative government; however, this has yet to be realized. A 500-member transitional National Assembly, along with a 120-member Senate was installed in July of 2003. These members were drawn from groups that signed the Pretoria Accord in December 2002. Elections were scheduled to be held in June of 2005; however, these are not likely to take place. Instead, it is likely that the transitional government will remain in place until the early part of 2006. President Joseph Kabila heads this transitional government. The transitional government includes an executive president, four vice-presidents, and a cabinet that is drawn from five armed groups, the unarmed political opposition, civil society, and the previous government of Joseph Kabila."
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Roman Republic Power, 2002.
An examination of the lack of central power in the Roman Republic.
1,616 words (approx. 6.5 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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In this paper, the writer argues that if Rome had not transferred power to one man it would have fallen far sooner then it did. The writer discusses the lack of centralized power in the rapidly expanding Roman Republic. It examines the reasons for the fall of the Roman Republic and why it was necessary for the Roman Republic to become the Roman Empire.
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"The ancient Roman Republic, which was established with the expulsion of the last Etruscan king in 509 BCE and ended around 31 BCE with the start of the Roman Empire, was generally very successful, but especially toward its fall was plagued by internal and external conflict which would lead to the necessity of an Empire. When looking at an achievement of the Roman Republic such as its expansion of great amounts of territory, one can see that one main element the Roman Republic lacked was centralized power. This lack of a central power would eventually lead to great unhappiness among the masses and to the downfall of the Republic and the creation of the Roman Empire."
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Virtues in Plato's "Republic", 2002.
This paper looks at Plato's "Republic" through an article that concerns certain issues of the topic.
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The article chosen was R.G. Mulgan's "Individual and Collective Virtues in the Republic" and discusses the views of certain scholars on the special virtues that are needed to govern the Republic. The paper also loks at aspects of the Democratic system from the ancient world that De Republic was based upon and examines how in the modern world the true Utopian theory as laid down by Plato could never truly exist.
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"The Republic", 2002.
A look at ancient Greek philosopher, Plato's "The Republic" from three different angles.
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This paper explores 3 questions. First, it shows that the notions of the soul and of the city in Plato's republic are directly paralleled. Second, it argues that the "Noble Lie" of the "Republic" is both prescriptive and descriptive. Finally, it demonstrates that Plato espouses a valid feminist vision in his treatment of women in the "Republic".
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The Wiemar Republic, 2004.
Historical account of the Weimar Republic, its formation, its challenges, and ultimately, its failure.
5,306 words (approx. 21.2 pages), 10 sources, MLA, $ 131.95
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This paper describes the situation in post-WWI Germany, the Weimar Republic, the challenges it faced, and the reasons for its failure. The paper looks at the lack of political support for the Republic, the weaknesses in its constitution, the heavy reparations Germany had to pay, and the overall political, economic, and cultural situation that contributed to the failure of the Weimar Republic and opened the door to the dictatorship of Adolph Hitler.
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"After World War I, the German nation and its people were devastated. The public was led to believe that Germany was going to win the war, and it looked forward to a much- improved socio-economic climate. Instead, the war was lost and the country was facing a very dreary future. As a result, the government established the Weimar Republic under the leadership of Friedrich Ebert, a past leader of the Social Democratic Party (SPD) and a supporter of the war efforts. Some historians believe it was fate that Weimar Germany did not succeed. From the beginning the challenges were too great, the situation too grim and the individuals involved too unprepared. As a result, Weimar Germany had a short and bumpy ride that combined the best with the worst: Culturally, it remains one of Germany?s most creative periods of time in art, literature and thought. Politically and economically, however, the country stayed in a state of disarray, opening up the door to someone who said he had all the answers."
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Discrimination in the Dominican Republic, 2007.
This paper describes the discrimination in the Dominican Republic, as portrayed in the novel 'The Farming of Bones' by Edwidge Danticat.
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In this article, the writer examines the injustice and suffering in the Dominican Republic, which is demonstrated in Edwidge Danticat's novel 'The Farming of Bones'. The writer notes that by writing her brilliant story, Danticat remembers this farming of human bones. The writer points out that the story is set in a terrible time during the dictatorship of Rafael Leonidas Trujillo in the Dominican Republic, where race, discrimination and politics are among its theme. Further the writer describes that the author illustrates a novel in which history and fiction are connected in a persuasive way to learn and critique the regime of Trujillo. The writer concludes by noting that discrimination and apprehension continue between Haiti and the Dominican Republic, where culture and beliefs are diverse in countries that share the same land.
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"Edwidge Danticat concentrates in the history of Haitians cane workers, and the massacre of them in the Dominican Republic. Due to a growing xenophobia under the rule of Generalissimo Trujillo, the Dominicans were told to purify the country. Trujillo clandestinely arranged the massacre of hundreds of immigrants in the Dominican Republic most of them sugarcane workers from Haiti, the country with which the Dominican Republic shares the island named "Hispaniola". In Trujillo's approach, the Haitians immigrants, whom he considered them inferior people, because of their color of skin had simply become too abundant in the country. Thus, a wave of genocide which annihilates the Haitian population is justified."
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The Dominican Republic and the U.S., 2006.
An analysis of the relationship between the Dominican Republic and the United States.
3,346 words (approx. 13.4 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 95.95
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This paper examines how the relationship between the Dominican Republic and the United States between the historical period of 1960 and 2000 was long-standing, sometimes mutually symbiotic, but more often than not, was sycophantic in nature on the part of the Dominican Republic and imperialistic on the part of the United States. This paper is concerned with the presentation of how the relationship between the two countries has evolved throughout the centuries and whether it has been for the better or for the worse.
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The U.S. Role
The Dominican Republic Role
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"President Ulysses S. Grant's appeal for the Annexation of Dominican Republic is without a doubt, one of the most important documents in the history of the bilateral relations between the U.S. and the Dominican Republic. It explains the position of the American President regarding the commercial viability of the Dominican Republic that the nascent empire looked to gain if able to annex this territory. This request to the Congress was delivered at a time when the Dominican Republic had just become an independent republic. With significant eloquence, Grant's address to the Congress responds to the question of why the U.S. should annex the Dominican Republic. This appeal was followed in December of 1870 by Charles Sumner's speech, who gave a rousing monologue on the Senate floor against the proposed annexation of the Dominican Republic."
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Plato's "Republic", 2007.
A discussion on whether Plato's concept of a republic can be considered a utopia.
1,714 words (approx. 6.9 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 55.95
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This paper attempts to analyze Plato's "Republic" by simply answering the questions of whether or not the Republic is a utopia, if it can be brought into existence and whether it is realizable. While focusing on and answering the questions above, this paper also provides the reader with a basic understanding of the concepts and ideas conveyed by Plato in the "Republic".
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" In the Republic, the words "mine," "not mine," "another's," and "not another's" will be applied to the same things throughout the community, for it is words like these that cause a disunion in society (Plato, "The Republic"). "In our community, then, above all others, when things go well or ill with any individual everyone will use that word 'mine' in the same sense and say that all is going well of ill with him and his. And, as we said, this way of thinking and speaking goes with fellow-feeling; so that our citizens, sharing as they do in a common interest in which each will call his own, will have all their feelings of pleasure or pain in common" (Plato, "The Republic"). "
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