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Phoenix, Arizona, 2007.
An analysis of the scarce water resources in Phoenix and how the city has coped with this shortage.
3,329 words (approx. 13.3 pages), 15 sources, MLA, $ 95.95
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This paper provides a history of Phoenix, Arizona, with a breakdown of its population, economy and resources. It particularly focuses on how well the city has adapted to its arid geography. It discusses how the residents of Phoenix have come to grips with their scarce water resources and then analyzes how compatible the city's economic activities are with these arid land constraints. The paper concludes by discussing the various types of socio-cultural organizations that have emerged in response to these ecological conditions and the future outlook for Phoenix.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Review and Discussion
Background and Overview
Demographics
Economy and Resources
Socio-Cultural Organizations in Phoenix
Future Prospects for Phoenix
Conclusion
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"The same features that have historically attracted new residents to Phoenix can be reasonably expected to remain important to the city's growth in the future. In fact, given the rapidly retiring Baby Boom generation, it may well be that Phoenix becomes one of the five largest cities in the United States over the next 10-20 years. This growth rate is assuming, of course, that the water problems looming large on the horizon for the city can be solved today, because tomorrow will be too late. According to Mack and Varady (1995), "When examining water management, particularly in an urban setting, key issues include quantity (water supply), sewerage (water and waste removal), and quality. All three subjects bear directly on human health, and all are closely interrelated" (8)."
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Expansion within the University of Phoenix, 2008.
An analysis of the environmental factors that will affect the expansion of the University of Phoenix (UOP).
4,087 words (approx. 16.3 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 110.95
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This paper details the vision, mission and values of the University of Phoenix (UOP) as it expands to integrate the next generation of students. It discusses how UOP must change its value-add to compensate for technological and educational requirements, as well as make sure to understand environmental factors that will affect its success. The paper provides a background of UOP and details each of the factors that need to be addressed.
Table of Contents:
Executive Summary
Company Background
Vision Statement
Mission Statement
Values Statement
Environmental Analysis
Long Term Objectives
Plan Goals and Implementation
Financial Projections and Analysis
Critical Success Factors
Controls and Evaluation
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"As competition increases within this particular arena, a comprehensive strategy plan for UOP enrollment must be devised, a revision of its current model as well as the establishment of its long term goals will have to be systematically re-examined. The following analysis will comprehensively detail a new vision and long term strategy plan for UOP to engage its next level of core students and expand its current operations to maintain long term enrollment growth. The purpose of this following analysis is to detail the vision, mission and values of UOP as it expands in the next generation of students. Not only must UOP change its value-add to compensate for technological and educational requirements, but it also must understand environmental factors that will affect its success."
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The Phoenix Project, 2005.
This paper discusses Phoenix Program, a counter-insurgency operation developed by the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency in Vietnam in the 1960s.
4,350 words (approx. 17.4 pages), 8 sources, MLA, $ 114.95
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This paper explains that the Phoenix Program, known as Phung Hoang in Vietnam, was designed to combine the resources of existing Vietnamese intelligence operations under a single banner of CIA control to "neutralize" the Vietcong and South Vietnamese VC sympathizers and to assist the United States in winning the war by stemming the flood of communists seeping down from the north. The author points out that, in retrospect, Phoenix was a program, which gained a horrible reputation during and after the war for its alleged crimes against humanity; American officially stated that Phoenix was responsible for the death of 20,857 Vietcong members during the war. The paper states that the fundamental flaw of the program was America's inability to recognize the Vietcong as a revolutionary, anti-colonial force whose origins are nearly a hundred years old and whose purpose might have some legitimacy; rather the CIA argued that the VC were crippled victims of Communist terror practices.
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"The creation of the CIO marked a sudden increase in the use of political warfare by the Americans in Vietnam. Their tactics were copied almost directly from their Communist partners. Vietcong propaganda teams would descend on a Southern village and call a general meeting for the dissemination of anti-American ideas and propaganda. The visits were repeated, and if the villagers were reluctant to join the Vietcong, then they practiced what is known as selective terror. They would arrest a member of the village for spying and then put the villager on trial before a dummy court. The villager was always convicted, and then brutally murdered in the center of the village."
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Climate and Latitude: Honolulu & Phoenix, 2006.
A discussion regarding how latitude directly affects climate, focusing on the examples of Honolulu and Phoenix.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 4 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper talks about how latitude is arguably one of the most significant determinants of a region's climate. First, what is latitude? The paper explains that latitude is the angular measurement of a location's distance north or south of the equator. The equator is delineated as 0 degrees latitude. The poles are alternately 90 degrees north or south latitude ("Latitude" par. 1). All other locations fall somewhere in between these two extremes. Thus, when we know a location's latitude we implicitly know that location's distance north or south of the equator. For example, Honolulu, Hawaii is at 21 degrees north latitude. Honolulu, consequently, is much closer to the Earth's equator than Phoenix, Arizona with a latitude of 33 degrees north. This difference accounts for significant climatic variation.
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The University of Phoenix, 2005.
This paper, written by a student, describes the University of Phoenix and its past, present and future goals and achievements.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 2 sources, $ 35.95
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This paper requires a greater sense of education in management models. The author explains that one can begin to realize the coordinated levels and processes necessary to realize this dream. The author details that the University of Phoenix has forged this education base which has enabled him/her to take steps toward larger corporate management models, but also allowed him/her unlimited potential in this field.
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"The career that I had as a healthcare salesperson was a detriment to my well being. The many facets of the health care profession are respectable, but surely I knew that I had a greater propensity to raise my educational standards and attain a more satisfying field. Through experience, I learned that education was a key factor in changing my life from a mere salesperson to a person capable of real growth potential. Previous experience in problem solving was not a serious issue when I was working in the health care industry. The basic tenants of language, however, were a problem in attaining the right information through research options."
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University of Phoenix Stadium, 2007.
A personal description of the University of Phoenix Stadium.
1,207 words (approx. 4.8 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 41.95
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The writer describes the University of Phoenix Stadium as the biggest and grandest adaptable sports arena in the world. The writer depicts the stadium's magnificence and artistic beauty, its significant features and the numerous events that have been held at the arena. The writer also provides reviews of this stadium.
Outline:
Introduction
Significant Features
Events
Reviews
Conclusion
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"The world witnessed the ceremonial groundbreaking for the University of Phoenix Stadium on April 12, 2003. The University of Phoenix Stadium is by far the biggest and grandest adaptable sports arena in the world. Glendale, Arizona serves as its home, right across the Jobing.com Arena which is the official residence of the NHL Phoenix Coyotes. The NFL Arizona Cardinals along with the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl are its principal leaseholders. The University of Phoenix which is a for-profit institution dedicated to the sphere of mature studies legally attained the naming privileges by September last year. Originally the stadium was called the "Cardinals Stadium"."
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Product Differentiation and The University of Phoenix, 2004.
A general overview of marketing product differentiation as it ties in to the University of Phoenix.
963 words (approx. 3.9 pages), 3 sources, APA, $ 34.95
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Product differentiation is defined as ?the modification of a product, usually in minor ways, to make it more attractive to the target market and to differentiate it from competitors' products" (Encyclopedia, 2004, par. 1). This paper discusses the concept of product differentiation, as well as how the University of Phoenix can use this concept to add value to its products or services.
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"In addition to offering weekend and night courses, the University of Phoenix could also offer day courses. Although their competitors already offer mostly day courses, by having them, the University of Phoenix could not only capture night students but also day time students as well. In addition, the University of Phoenix could further diversify their courses to be location specific. For example, in areas where agriculture is prominent, the University of Phoenix could offer degrees that are agriculturally geared. A final example of how the University of Phoenix could differentiate their services from their competitors would be to offer degrees via correspondence courses.''
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Conflict Negotiation in Phoenix, 2005.
Examines how conflict is dealt with in the Phoenix Metropolitan area.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 5 sources, $ 35.95
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The paper deals with a conflict in the Phoenix Metropolitan area in the past few years and one which is still a current watchful issue. However this paper also show how city and governments must address issues like this compared to that in a workplace environment.
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"The fact that issues of debate occur in our society is not a new concept but how we handle these issues can often aid our development and our success in handling the impact of growth. Therefore with growth comes debate due to changes in our cities as a result of trying to handle the growth itself. For example in the Phoenix Metropolitan Area there has been an eruption in the amount of population, which exists in the city and its local areas. As a result of this not only has growth become an important factor but so have changes in the landscape as well. This is not uncommon but what specifically has changed in Phoenix is the development of the pedicab industry. A pedicab, is a large tricycle type, man powered machine, which aids in the transport of individuals all over the city of Phoenix."
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My Experiences at the University of Phoenix, 2002.
A personal account of a student's learning experiences at the University of Phoenix.
1,592 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This paper is a self-assessment describing the writer's personal and learning experiences at the University of Phoenix. The essay is a reflection of the writer's attitude about independent self-directed learning, adult learning, his/her feelings about online learning, knowledge management and time management.
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"I am a very creative person who was very active in my participation on the online adult program at the University of Phoenix. I do not consider myself a spectator, especially when it comes to my education. My Creative learning style opens many different areas, because creative people are usually always curious. Some of the downfalls of being a creative learner are constantly being misjudged as innocent or na?ve by other individuals. Adapting to the business ethics, and relating to professionals is sometimes difficult. Creative individuals usually attract a great deal of attention and recognition, which sometimes causes a great deal of conflict with co-workers who behave according to business standards."
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"The Phoenix Agenda" by John Whiteside, 1994.
A summary of the 12 principles for creating an effective, productive and communicative workplace.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 1 source, $ 47.95
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"Creating an effective workplace is one of the most challenging and important tasks that human resource managers face. In his book, The Phoenix Agenda, John Whiteside takes on the issue of how not only human resource managers, but all employees can create an atmosphere that encourages productivity and effective interoffice and intraoffice communication. This research examines Whiteside's work and presents the salient principles from the agenda.
Whiteside identifies 12 separate principles that can be implemented in the workplace in order to make the workplace more effective (94):
- generate trust
- uncover context
- invent the future..."
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"A Worn Path", 2005.
This paper discusses Eudora Welty's short story "A Worn Path" about the trek of an unlikely heroine, Phoenix Jackson, an elderly black woman.
830 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 0 sources, $ 29.95
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This paper explains that the protagonist Phoenix's journey, described in Eudora Welty's "A Worn Path", is a pilgrimage not for her own salvation but for the salvation of her grandson. The author points out that it is appropriate that Welty gave her character the name Phoenix, the fiery bird of legend who is reborn from its ashes. The paper concludes that this short story is a simple tale whose lesson of the enduring power of love is as profound as it is universal.
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"Even a single journey like this for Phoenix is an incredible ordeal, but the fact that she has made this journey numerous times over is mind-boggling. The image this tale inspires me to think of is a woman who would walk through fire and brimstone a thousand times over to prove her love. Certainly, for Phoenix Jackson this path is "A Worn Path", but for most of us, we will never know even once, what it means to test our faith in love. Miracles do happen in our time."
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Intercultural and Effective Communication in Taiwan, 2008.
An analysis of the various aspects of the business operations at the Taiwanese Branch of Phoenix Advertising that affect production.
1,612 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This paper analyzes all of the aspects of the operations at the Taiwanese Branch of Phoenix Advertising and highlights the problems that exist at the facilities. The paper notes that the main problems currently plaguing the Taiwan Division stem from human resource issues such as a high staff turnover and employee morale. The paper then suggests alternatives to the problem, so that it can be rectified as soon as possible. The paper provides an associated timeline that specifically addresses the alternatives to the problems identified. The paper also explains that Phoenix Advertising hopes to gain tremendous success, by enforcing effective communication channels between employees and supervisors at the Taiwan Branch.
Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
Purpose of the Investigation
Proposal
Schedule
Authorization and Conclusion
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"Since the last quarter of this fiscal year the Taiwan Branch has had disappointing profits, the art division has had even more disappointing figures and has shown a very low productivity rate. There has also been a high staff turnover and increased absenteeism. The Taiwan Branch accounts for over 35% of Phoenix Advertising profits and sales, hence this decline in profits has resulted in a loss for the entire company. See Figure 1 below of the average share of profits for all the divisions within Phoenix Advertising. This filed investigation is aimed at identifying the critical elements of the human resource problems facing the Taiwan Branch and suggesting solutions that can rectify the problem."
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Higher Education, 2002.
An analysis of higher education in relation to the University of Phoenix style approach.
1,150 words (approx. 4.6 pages), 3 sources, $ 44.95
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This paper examines higher education in terms of whether it should provide a traditional liberal arts education in addition to specific training, or whether University of Phoenix style approaches are of more value.
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Diabetes, 2007.
This paper examines the disease known as diabetes, with a focus on the population of Phoenix, Arizona.
1,017 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 35.95
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This paper looks at the causes and effects diabetes has on an individual, the family and the community. The paper examines the social and economic implications of the disease, focusing on the Phoenix, Arizona population. The paper discusses the methods in which nurses can address diabetes, in addition to the use of other community resources. The paper shows how diabetes can be controlled and prevented with the right knowledge and community resources.
Outline:
Introduction
Causes of Diabetes
Primary Effects on the Individual and the Family
Social and Economic Implications of Diabetes
Nurses in Diabetes Setting and Utilization of Community Resources
Conclusion
From the Paper
"In the past few years, diabetes mellitus has emerged as a common endemic in the Phoenix, Arizona population. The pancreas, an organ that lies near the stomach, produces a hormone called insulin to help glucose, or sugar that human bodies use for energy, get into the body's cells. Diabetes is a disease that occurs when the body either does not produce enough insulin or cannot use its own insulin as well as it should. Diabetes can cause serious health implications such as heart disease, blindness, kidney failure, and lower-extremity amputations. It is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States."
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Critical Thinking Case Study, 2007.
An evaluation of the problems of the University of Phoenix "Let It Pour" critical thinking case study.
1,513 words (approx. 6.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 49.95
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Using critical thinking, this paper defines, analyzes and evaluates the problems of the University of Phoenix "Let It Pour" critical thinking case study of Faith Community Hospital. The paper discusses the numerous problems that Faith Community Hospital is a faced with and then evaluates alternatives and gives recommendations for addressing those problems.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
"Let it Pour" Critical Thinking Case Study
Analysis -What Is It
Synthesis - What We Can do About It
Prescription - What Should We do About It
Conclusion
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"The health of the organizational culture of FCH is another component paramount to the long-term success and stability of the hospital. Success in any work setting depends on a respect for people and an understanding of human behavior in complex organizational systems (Schermerhorn et al, 2005 p. 9). Therefore, I also recommend the human resources department issue surveys to hospital staff, and patients on a quarterly basis. The survey results should be used as a management tool to gauge and control the health needs of the organization as perceived by the patients and employees."
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