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C/OM/410. Dissertation outline. Quality management approaches in automotive service shops

WORDS:
650
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
9.99 GBP

This dissertation outline is for a study on quality management approaches in automotive service shops. The study aims to carry out the discussion from the perspectives of the shop technicians and customers. The plan for the content and structure of the literature review is detailed, and follows with a discussion regarding the research methodology.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation outline, quality management, automotive service shops, shop technicians,

 

S/M/676. Dissertation. Developing a change management framework using quantum principles

WORDS:
15400
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
159.99 GBP

This dissertation discusses the way in which a change management framework can be developed using quantum principles. The objectives are to understand the key laws and principles that govern any organization as a whole, to derive a robust change management framework that is in line with the laws of nature and quantum physics, to apply the quantum powered change framework to IT change, and to provide guidelines to managers for increasing the chance of success in change management. The review of literature discusses topics including types of change, drivers of change, change resistance, the wave-particle dilemma, the strange attractor, change management in IT, the theory of everything (TOE), Newtonian principles, and Quantum principles. The study then looks at the traditional change management approach through the perspective of the Quantum eye. Before conclusions are made the dissertation examines the way in which quantum principles can be applied to create a quantum framework.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, change management framework, quantum principles, change resistance, wave-particle dilemma, the strange attractor, Quantum eye!,

 

S/M/673. Dissertation. The opportunities and challenges relating to cloud CRM for large enterprises. Case studies: Dell and Amazon

WORDS:
15650
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
159.99 GBP

This dissertation looks at the opportunities and challenges that relate to cloud CRM for large enterprises. The objectives are to examine how Social CRM influences Enterprise 2.0, what benefits cloud CRM brings to enterprises, why enterprises are reluctant to adopt cloud services, and to look at the way in which cloud service providers safeguard the privacy of data. The review of literature discusses topics like cloud computing as well as cloud deployment models. The models discussed are the public cloud, community cloud, hybrid cloud, and the private cloud. The plan for the research methodology is provided, and the dissertation then introduces Dell and Amazon as case studies. A thorough examination is carried out and the study concludes with recommendations.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, cloud CRM, enterprise, Social CRM, CRM, Enterprise 2.0, service providers, public cloud, community cloud, hybrid cloud, private cloud, Dell, Amazon,

 

S/M/670. Dissertation. An examination of the factors that influence the success of change programmes

WORDS:
9750
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
99.99 GBP

This dissertation looks at the factors that influence the success of change programmes. The four stages of change are evaluated, namely preparation, design, implementation, and review. The objectives are to explore the preparation needed prior to change, and discuss how change can be diagnosed, to discuss the underlying issues of change design, to explain different approaches to change implementation and the impact on change success, to discuss the importance of reviewing change against measurable objectives, and to make recommendations for business use and indicate possible future research. The review of literature discusses change processes, change leadership, and change management. Conclusions are made regarding recommendations.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, change programmes, preparation, design, implementation, change success, change processes, change leadership, change management,

 

C/B/4541. Dissertation. Changing employee benefits in merging hotels

WORDS:
10800
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
109.99 GBP

This dissertation discusses changing employee benefits after merging two hotels, and uses Happy Hotels as a case study. The study begins by reviewing a range of literature focusing on HRM, motivation, engagement, employee benefits, employee retention, and the psychological contract. The research design is outlined, and the dissertation outlines the data collection techniques used. The results from the data collection is outlined and discussed before conclusions are made.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, employee benefits, hotels, Happy Hotels, HRM, motivation, engagement, employee retention, psychological contract,

 

C/M/2622. Proposal. Relationship between leadership and organisation success

WORDS:
1400
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

The paper proposes research into the relationship between leadership and organisation success and the role of emotional intelligence in transactional and transformational leadership styles. The aims and objectives of the research are outlined, its background is presented, the sources for the literature review are indicated, the methodology is described.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, leadership and organisation success,

 

C/M/2616. Proposal. CRM as marketing tool in banking

WORDS:
3200
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
39.99 GBP

The paper proposes to examine the tools of customer relationship management (CRM) used by companies that provide financial services. The background and objectives of the research are outlined, the areas of the literature review are indicated, the methodology of the research is described, its academic contribution is evaluated, the timescale of work is indicated, and a sample of the proposed questionnaire is presented.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, CRM, marketing tool, banking, customer relationship management,

 

C/HR/1259. Dissertation. Use of social networking in talent acquisition by Flextronics

WORDS:
14700
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
149.99 GBP

The dissertation addresses the importance of talent management in the performance of organisations investigating the use of social networking as a talent acquisition strategy adopted by Flextronics. Literature is reviewed on the concept of talent acquisition (TA) and TA strategies used by organisations, the use of social networking in employee recruitment, etc. The methodology of the research is based on secondary data and primary data acquired from semi structured interviews with Flextronics’ managers involved in talent recruitment. Conclusions are made about the effectiveness of talent acquisition through social networking. Recommendations are suggested to Flextronics management about their recruitment strategies.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, social networking, talent acquisition, Flextronics, recruitment,

 

C/M/2598. Dissertation. An examination of the impact of change on the NHS

WORDS:
10150
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
109.99 GBP

This dissertation examines the way in which change is impacting the NHS. The objectives are to evaluate the strategies the NHS used to implement the change event of organisational restructuring, to identify the factors which effect the employee engagement, to determine how the change process at NHS took these factors into consideration, and to provide recommendations. The review of literature discusses topics like change management processes, employee engagement, and people issues. The plan for the methodology is detailed, and the dissertation then analyses all of the data collected. Conclusions are made regarding recommendations.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, change, public sector, NHS, employee engagement!,

 

C/OM/402. Dissertation. The Ecomagination approach of General Electric

WORDS:
15250
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
159.99 GBP

This dissertation aims to examine the Ecomagination approach of General Electric the world’s leaders of energy supply, technology production, healthcare and financial services. The review of literature discusses topics like strategy and innovation development, green technology, corporate social responsibility, and corporate strategies for a sustainable future. The study then evaluates ecomagnination, and this is followed by an identification of the research methodology. The findings from the research and data collection methods are detailed and analysed before a discussion is carried out.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Ecomagination, General Electric, GE, energy supply, technology production, healthcare, green technology, corporate social responsibility!,

 

C/M/2597. Dissertation. Knowledge management at Ford and Toyota

WORDS:
12950
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
129.99 GBP

This dissertation aims to examine the way in which Toyota Motor Corporation has managed to implement their Knowledge management strategy more successfully that Ford Motor Company. The review of literature describes knowledge management in general, and then evaluates it in relation to Toyota and Ford. The research methodology is provided and explained in detail, and all of the findings are examined. Conclusions are made regarding recommendations.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Toyota Motor Corporation, Knowledge management, Ford Motor Company,

 

C/M/2595. Dissertation. The relationship between communication and project management. Case study: NHS

WORDS:
13600
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
139.99 GBP

This dissertation examines the relationship between communication and project management, and uses the NHS as a case study. The objectives are to determine the extent to which communication impacts upon project success within local Primary Care Trust, to examine the role played by communication within project management, to explain what constitutes ‘effective’ project communication, to describe effective communication approaches within the organisation in question, to identify obstacles to successful project communication, and to analyse the extent to which theory is mirrored in a real life project setting within the NHS. The review of literature discusses topics like project communication concepts and the project life cycle. The plan for the research methodology is detailed, and the study then outlines the case study. The data and research collected is analysed before conclusions are made.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, project management, NHS, communication, Primary Care Trust, project life cycle!,

 

C/M/2583. Dissertation. An examination of the influence of the external forces on decision making. Case study: MTN Nigeria

WORDS:
15700
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
159.99 GBP

This dissertation aims to examine the influence of the external forces on the decision making processes at MTN Nigeria. The study aims to critically examine the current academic literature on the various external forces influencing decision making in corporate organizations, to critically assess the different types of business tools typically used to examine the external forces that influence decision making in organizations, to critically examine the decision making processes of organizations, and identify and analyse the different levels of decision making in organizations, and to collect data from a multinational telecommunication industry in Africa. The dissertation provides a very detailed overview of the research methodology, and the study then analyses all of the data collected. A PESTEL and Porters five forces analysis is carried out, before the findings from the data collection techniques are analysed.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, decision making, MTN Nigeria, PESTEL, Porters five forces!,

 

C/M/2549. Proposal. An investigation of socialism and organizational management in Tanzania

WORDS:
1600
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

This proposal focuses on socialism in relation to organizational management and business in Tanzania. The background to the academic area, topic and industry is discussed as introduction to the proposal. Some of the objectives are to explain the impact of socialism, or Ujamaa, on Tanzanian society, to explain how socialism influences organizational management, and to research the current Tanzanian preferences for certain management styles based on perspectives from leaders in selected industries. The research methodology is provided, and the paper outlines the relevant sources and academic models that will be used.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, socialism, organizational management, Tanzania, Ujamaa, management styles!,

 

C/M/2494. Proposal. Storytelling and information visualization as democratisation of data

WORDS:
2250
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
29.99 GBP

The paper proposes to examine how storytelling with information visualization can help in the democratisation of data. Research aims, objectives and questions are outlined, literature is reviewed on the use of story-telling and information visualization in communicating ideas and knowledge discussing the relationship between storytelling and visualization. The methodology of the research is described, work phases and expected outcomes are indicated.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, Storytelling, information visualization, democratisation of data,

 

C/OM/395. PhD proposal. The impact of collecting quality costs on the performance of manufacturing industry

WORDS:
1150
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

This PhD proposal is for a study on the impact of quality cost collection on the performance of a manufacturing organisation. The background to the research area is detailed, and the paper then outlines the plan for the review of literature. The objectives are to critically analyse the literature background of quality costs within a manufacturing organization, to critically assess the existing methods of quality costs collection within a manufacturing organization, to critically identify the impacts of collecting data on the costs of quality within a manufacturing organization, to critically explore the relationship that exists between quality costs in a manufacturing organization and the overall performance of such organization, and to identify the critical areas of performance in a manufacturing organization that are mostly impacted by quality costs. The research methodology is detailed, and the paper then discusses the contributions this study may provide to scientific knowledge.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, PhD, quality cost collection, manufacturing organisation!,

 

C/M/2480. Dissertation. The consequences of the oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico for BP

WORDS:
10300
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
109.99 GBP

This dissertation focuses on the causes of the B.P. oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico, and aims to identify the consequences the firm faces, as well as the extent to which BP can mitigate these effects for the future. The objectives are to gather background information concerning the B.P oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico, including the scale of the disaster, to identify the causes of the leak including the organisations involved, to assess the adequacy of the company’s risk management arrangements in these matters, to identify the consequences faced by BP, including its effect on the shareholders, and its impact on public perception and brand image, and to assess the extent to which BP can mitigate these effects for the future, and recommend policies to avoid future accidents. The review of literature presents an overview of the company and of the oil leak, as well as the causes. The amount the leak cost is assessed, and the study aims to examine the extent to which BP was prepared. The literature review also examines the Four Phase Process of Emergency Management, Dan’s Process of Brand Re-building, and Elwood’s process to mitigate the consequences. This detailed literature review is followed by the methodology, and the findings from the data collection methods used. All of the findings are analysed, and the study concludes with recommendations.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, BP, BP Oil leak, Gulf of Mexico, risk management, shareholders, brand image, mitigate, Four Phase Process of Emergency Management, Dan’s Process of Brand Re-building, Elwood’s process to mitigate the consequences,

 

C/M/2471. Dissertation. Strategic Project Management as Source of Competitive Advantage for Organisations

WORDS:
10300
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
109.99 GBP

The dissertation explores the concept of project management (PM) investigating its role in strategic management of organisations. Literature is reviewed on the stages of the PM process, the relation between strategic planning and strategic management, the development of strategic PM, PM conceptual framework, etc. The methodology of the research is based on the analysis of secondary data and primary data obtained from online questionnaires distributed among respondents of various demographic backgrounds. The profile of individuals involved in PM is developed. Conclusions are made about the role of PM in gaining competitive advantage through the effective use of strategic resources.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Strategic Project Management, PM, Competitive Advantage,

 

C/M/2468. Proposal. Diversity and Equal Opportunities Policy in Organizing Committee of London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics Games

WORDS:
2050
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
29.99 GBP

The paper proposes to explore the benefits of workplace diversity and equal opportunities policy using the case of Organizing Committee of London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics Games. The background of the research is described, its aims are outlined, literature is reviewed on the shifts within UK workforce and legislative frameworks related to diversity and equality. Research methodology and timeline are indicated, the ethical issues are considered.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, Diversity, Equal Opportunities, Organizing Committee, London 2012 Olympics, Paralympics Games,

 

C/M/2467. Proposal. Project management in Jeddah Municipality: challenges, difficulties and recommendations

WORDS:
1250
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

The paper proposes research into the practices of the mega project management (PM) used in Jeddah Municipality in Saudi Arabia. The aims and background of the research are explained, the research hypothesis is formulated, the methodology is described, the plan of the work is presented. Ethical issues of the research and its expected outcomes are considered.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, Project management, Jeddah Municipality,

 

C/M/2466. Dissertation outline. Knowledge management in software companies

WORDS:
1200
DATE:
2012
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

The paper presents an outline of the dissertation on the applications of knowledge management in software companies. The question and objectives of the research are formulated, areas and topics of the literature review are defined, the methodology is described.

 

KEYWORDS: Dissertation outline, Knowledge management, software companies,

 

C/M/2443. Proposal. An evaluation of the performance and execution of projects in the Nigerian Oil Industry

WORDS:
1000
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

This proposal is for a study on the performance of projects in Nigeria in relation to the oil industry. The study will assess the challenges that are likely to affect the execution of projects in Nigeria. The justification for the study is provided, along with the aims and objectives. The study will discuss a range of topics, some of which include the past and present characteristics of the Nigerian oil industry. The challenges faced by oil companies in Nigeria will be assessed, along with the different influences of project deliverability and success. The plan for the review of literature is provided, along with a detailed evaluation of the research methodology.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, performance, Nigeria, oil industry!,

 

C/M/2441. Proposal. Project quality management at King Abdulaziz University in Saudi Arabia

WORDS:
1450
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

This proposal is for a study on project quality management, and aims to assess whether it adds value to project deliverables and success at King Abdulaziz University in Saudi Arabia. The objectives are to understand the information technology change project implemented in King Abdulaziz University in Saudi Arabia, and to assess the impact of Project Quality Management on the information technology change project and the success of the King Abdulaziz University in Saudi Arabia. The background to the study is provided, along with the proposed research questions and data collection techniques. The plan for the methodology is provided, and the paper then details research limitations and ethics.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, project quality management, King Abdulaziz University, Saudi Arabia, information technology!,

 

C/P/491. Proposal. Do reconstruction projects have an impact upon the reduction of terrorist acts?

WORDS:
2300
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
29.99 GBP

This proposal is for a study that aims to evaluate whether the reconstruction of projects can be used to reduce the possible impacts of terrorism. The objectives are to determine the impact of terrorism on businesses and people, to understand how the business impact from terrorism can be reduced or eliminated, identify the role that can be played by the reconstruction projects in reducing the impacts, and to analyse how the risk management can be improved by the reconstruction projects especially terrorism related risk management. The proposed research methodology is provided, and the paper provides information on the data collection methods that will be used. The anticipated problems that may result from the study are detailed, and the proposal also details the research ethics and key deliverables.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, reconstruction of projects, risk management, terrorism,

 

C/M/2367. Proposal. Does project quality management add value to project deliverables in the health care sector?

WORDS:
1300
DATE:
2011
PRICE:
19.99 GBP

This proposal is for a study on project quality management, and aims to assess whether or not it adds value to project deliverables within the healthcare sector. The aims of the research are detailed, and the paper then presents the research questions. Some of the questions include “What are the present perceptions of Project Quality management within the health sector” and “Is there any sort of consensus within the health sector as to the value of Project Quality Management, especially as it concerns the NHS and information technology change”. The proposed data collection methods are detailed, and the paper then provides information on the methodology. Resources that will be used are detailed, and the proposal then presents the time management plan. Ethical considerations are highlighted as are the limitations of the study.

 

KEYWORDS: Proposal, project quality management, value, project deliverables, health sector, NHS!,