Essays Tagged: "poor management"

Bubble economy

and second oil crisis that occur from 1973 onward. The economy move downwards partially due to the poor management of economic policy. Although the government had attempt to adjust the economic polic ...

(19 pages) 311 0 3.2 Dec/1996

Subjects: Social Science Essays > Economics

The History of Beer in America: Describes the early roots of beer in America from the first breweries til the days of prohibition til present day.

of beer for breakfast alone. As time would pass, there would be little choice of beverages, and the poor management of waste disposal contaminated most water sources. The fact that beer would remain p ...

(3 pages) 80 0 4.7 Nov/2002

Subjects: History Term Papers > North American History

Dumping in our Waters. This essay explains the vast water pollution we have in our waters.

ion plants and industrial plants drawing their water from affected coastline. (EBSCO CD-ROM source) Poor management of existing water resource can lead to these resources running out or at least shrin ...

(5 pages) 164 1 4.4 Jan/2003

Subjects: Science Essays > Environmental Science

"No job is more vital to society than that of the manager." (Henry Mintzberg). Discuss.

ment to some extent but not to its optimum. 'Good' management can map out a path to success whereas poor management may lead to failure and possible collapse. By considering the roles of a successful ...

(5 pages) 286 0 4.6 Mar/2003

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Management

A reflective paper on the four functions of management. And applying them to real life.

ment to some extent but not to its optimum. 'Good' management can map out a path to success whereas poor management may lead to failure and possible collapse. By considering the roles of a successful ...

(4 pages) 644 0 4.6 Apr/2004

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers

Why did the Communists gain control of China in 1949?

rom mainland China after a civil war with the Chinese Communist Party. The KMT's failure was due to poor management and widespread corruption within the party.In 1912, the last Chinese Emperor abdicat ... nes of supply, was armed and equipped by America, and could field far more troops in battle. Due to poor leadership, however, the Kuomintang were soon cowering on the island of Formosa by 1949.Chiang ...

(3 pages) 103 2 4.3 May/2004

Subjects: History Term Papers > Asian History

McDonalds golden principles for success

its first ever quarterly loss of $343.8 million. The loss was attributed to increased competition, poor management and marketing, and a failure to respond to changing customer needs and to requests f ...

(4 pages) 312 0 0.0 Jun/2005

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Case Studies

The success of management: "the success of a manager typically depends on the success of others".

t to some extent, but this is not optimum. 'Good' management can map out a path to success, whereas poor management may lead to failure and possible collapse of an organisation. By considering the rol ...

(5 pages) 159 0 2.0 Oct/2005

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Management

Sam Adams Biography

son of a wealthy brewer, he inherited one-third of the family property but lost most of it through poor management. After attending Harvard, he became active in colonial politics and enjoyed a popula ...

(2 pages) 28 0 3.0 Feb/2006

Subjects: History Term Papers > North American History

Sam adams

48, he gained full control over the brewery. It later failed in 1764 because of bad investments and poor management.Samuel Adams got an interest in politics after attending many town meetings and poli ...

(1 pages) 15 0 0.0 Feb/2006

Subjects: History Term Papers > North American History

The Financial Challenges Facing Small Businesses

unique set of problems that continually challenge their ability to be successful. Most frequently, poor management is cited as the integral reason businesses fail; inadequate or ill-timed financing i ... he inability of small businesses to acquire the finances needed to sustain the business, lack of or poor management of credit, and insufficient accounting and bookkeeping capabilities, all play a role ...

(5 pages) 112 0 0.0 Aug/2006

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers

China: Why were the communists successful in taking control of China from the Guomindang [Nationalists] by 1949?

rom mainland China after a civil war with the Chinese Communist Party. The KMT's failure was due to poor management and widespread corruption within the party.In 1912, the last Chinese Emperor resigne ... nes of supply, was armed and equipped by America, and could field far more troops in battle. Due to poor leadership however, the Guomindang was soon cowering on the island of Formosa by 1949.Chiang ha ...

(3 pages) 53 1 2.6 May/2007

Subjects: History Term Papers > Asian History

E-commerce: A Case Study

Disney. The primary reasons for failure were rising shipping costs, rough competition and somewhat poor management. Fearing the company's demise many employees were leaving and some were laid off. To ... ed cable and fiber optics throughout its Waltham headquarters.On top of all not only suffering from poor management during these hard economic times, Toysmart also suffered from poor judgment. "Even f ...

(2 pages) 28 0 0.0 Dec/2001

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers

Financial Challenges Facing Small Businesses

unique set of problems that continually challenge their ability to be successful. Most frequently, poor management is without a good business plan, no bank, individual investor or venture capital fir ... he inability of small businesses to acquire the finances needed to sustain the business, lack of or poor management of credit, and insufficient accounting and bookkeeping capabilities, all play a role ...

(5 pages) 95 2 3.8 Aug/2007

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Accounting

The Endurance: Achieving Greatness in Ice and Snow

yone in the group was able to survive. From the miscalculations made from this voyage, and from the poor management of their leader, Shackleton knew what to do - and what not to do - on his expedition ... r leader, Shackleton knew what to do - and what not to do - on his expedition. He believed that the poor leadership skills could make or break an expedition, and so put a lot of time in making friends ...

(2 pages) 22 0 0.0 Nov/2007

Subjects: History Term Papers > European History

Springbox Case

s turnover should increase even slightly. The cost of sales has risen and this could be a result of poor management, price elasticity of demand and or suppliers may have increased prices yet the busin ...

(7 pages) 14 0 0.0 Dec/2007

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Case Studies

Genesee Hospital

or decades. They were a very strong and profitable hospital. However due to cuts in medical aid and poor management they have gone under recently. It was something that few saw coming till it was to l ... ound new means of energy.He is also looking to cut taxes. I think this is a great thing because the poor need to be educated and learn how to make their own money instead of taking handouts from the r ...

(2 pages) 1150 0 0.0 Feb/2008

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers

THE IMPACT OF HOSTILE TAKEOVER IN JAPAN

se are most likely to occur when a firm's stock is undervalued relative to its potential because of poor management. In a hostile takeover, the managers of the acquired firm are generally fired, and a ... also buffers these managers from external actions in a market for corporate control if they perform poorly and take inappropriate strategic actions (Ramseyer, 1987).In addition, through hostile takeov ...

(22 pages) 40 0 0.0 Apr/2008

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers

The Recent Corporate Hostile Takeovers in Japan

se are most likely to occur when a firm's stock is undervalued relative to its potential because of poor management (Osano & Toshiaki, 2001). In a hostile takeover, the managers of the acquired fi ... es & Yamanouchi, 2005).The most important question raised in this takeover battle concerned the poorly defined rules for takeovers and mergers and acquisitions in Japan. Livedoor's purchase of 35% ...

(28 pages) 52 1 5.0 Apr/2008

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers

Good Management Is Crucial If A Company Wants to Be Successful

el in December, said that customer service was going to be one of his biggest challenges, given how poorly the wireless service provider had performed on that count in recent years. The article talks ... med on that count in recent years. The article talks about how employees like Paula Pryor said that poor management led to poor morale and deteriorating customer service where she said that "Even bath ...

(2 pages) 34 2 3.6 Jul/2008

Subjects: Businesss Research Papers > Management