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SME
C/F/1263. An examination of the financial strategies for SME's in China
- WORDS:
- 9750
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 99.99 GBP
This paper examines the way in which Chinese companies are financed, as well as discussing the factors that influence the capital structure of these business entities. The paper begins by providing an overview of the methodology used, and this is followed by the review of literature. The review of literature examines the Modigliani and Miller theory, the Pecking Order Theory, the Trade off Theory, and the Agency Costs theory and provides criticisms of each one. The paper discusses the Chinese financial evolution, as well as the current capital structure of SME’s in China. The study outlines the different factors that influence capital structure, some of which include size, sources of finance, shareholders, and dividend payments. The growth of SME’s and entrepreneurship in China is assessed, and the barriers to entrepreneurship in China are discussed. The study examines a wide range of other topics, some of which include funding, technology, the credit crunch, and labour.
KEYWORDS: China, Chinese companies, capital structure, business entities, Modigliani and Miller theory, Pecking Order Theory, Trade off Theory, Agency Costs theory, finance, shareholders, dividend payments, entrepreneurship, funding, technology, the credit crunch, labour,
C/B/3960. Proposal. Impact of Information Technology on SME
- WORDS:
- 765
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 9.99 GBP
The paper proposes to examine the use of information technology (IT) in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SME). The aims and objectives of the research are outlined, the sources and themes of the literature review are indicated, the methodology of the proposed research is described.
KEYWORDS: Proposal. Information Technology, SME, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises,
C/B/3941. Managing small and medium sized enterprises
- WORDS:
- 2300
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
This paper discusses the management of small and medium sized enterprises (SME). The paper begins by providing information on SME’s, and follows with an evaluation of the key issues and challenges to growth in the SME sector. The next section then assesses relevant case studies, namely Camflava Ltd (a restaurant) and Hakim Garage. The UK government policy issues for SME’s are identified, and the paper concludes with recommendations.
KEYWORDS: Management, small and medium sized enterprise, SME, Camflava Ltd, Hakim Garage,
C/F/1192. Credit management control for an SME expanding to South Africa
- WORDS:
- 2800
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
This paper discusses the factors that influence credit management for a fictional SME company in regards to their expansion to South Africa (S.A). The paper aims to assess the factors that influence the credit management for ABC for the S.A clientele, to provide suggestions for the development of the credit management system through the use of banking transactions, and to recommend potential modes of payment for the prospective customers in S.A. The paper achieves these objectives by examining the appropriate literature in detail.
KEYWORDS: Credit management, SME, South Africa, banking,
C/M/2157. Dissertation. Strategic Planning and Risk Management in SME
- WORDS:
- 13300
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 139.99 GBP
The dissertation examines the role of risk management in strategic planning undertaken by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME). Literature is reviewed on the concept of SME, the role of strategic planning in business, theories of organisational growth, theory and process of risk management, etc. A case study is conducted of a restaurant chain Fishworks to identify how they incorporate risk management in their strategic plans. The methodology of the research is based on the analysis of secondary data and primary data obtained from interviews with Fishworks’ owner and managers. Conclusions are made about a clear link between risk management, strategic planning and business success.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Strategic Planning, Risk Management, SME,
C/B/3841. Dissertation outline. The tools used by SMEs to affect customers online experience
- WORDS:
- 600
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 9.99 GBP
This dissertation outline evaluates the methods and tools used by SMEs to affect their customers online experience. The paper identifies the research question, research aim and details regarding the literature review. The proposed research methods and strategies are examined, along with the findings section.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation outline, online experience, SME,
C/B/3798. Role of SME and small scale businesses in UK
- WORDS:
- 2000
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 29.99 GBP
The paper examines the role of small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) and small scale industries (SSI) in the economy of the UK explaining the difference between micro, small and medium scale business enterprises, and outlining the steps towards starting up a new business in the UK.
KEYWORDS: SME, small scale business, UK, new business,
C/B/3755. Critical evaluation of an academic journal on SMEs
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- 1550
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
This paper examines the methodology section of an academic journal that focused in small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs). The paper provides a critique of the journal, and follows this with an evaluation of the methodology section of the research paper. The paper examines the philosophy of the research methods along with an analysis of the data collection methods.
KEYWORDS: Review, academic journal, small and medium sized enterprises, SME!,
C/B/3698. Dissertation. Impacts of financial crisis on British SME in catering industry
- WORDS:
- 19700
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 199.99 GBP
The dissertation addresses the challenges faced by small and medium-size enterprises (SME) in the UK during the global financial and economic crisis. Literature is reviewed on the origins and impacts of the crisis and the effects of the crisis on UK SME in the catering industry. A study is conducted of three Oxfordshire restaurants, i.e. Paddyfields, Lan Kwai Fong and Mogford, to evaluate their pricing strategy, growth opportunities and financial performance during the credit crunch. Conclusions are made about the strategies and practices of the studied SME in the climate of economic downturn. Recommendations are suggested about the ways to enhance innovation and creativity, customer retention and loyalty, partnership development, etc.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, financial crisis, British SME, catering industry, Paddyfields, Lan Kwai Fong, Mogford,
C/B/3589. Presentation. A Review of Knowledge Management (KM) in SMEs
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- 0
- ADD-ONS:
- 8 Slides
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 9.99 GBP
This is a presentation about Review of Knowledge Management in SMEs
KEYWORDS: Knowledge Management, SME, Reviews,
C/T/159. SME in hospitality sector
- WORDS:
- 1200
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
The paper looks at the performance of small and medium enterprises (SME) in the UK hospitality sector presenting statistical data about their position, and briefly reporting on their success and failure, impacts on local communities, contribution to GDP, etc. Opportunities provided by SME are identified highlighting the benefits of SME in the hospitality industry.
KEYWORDS: SME in hospitality,
C/B/3577. Dissertation outline. Impact of globalisation on SME growth in recent years
- WORDS:
- 560
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 9.99 GBP
The paper presents an outline of the dissertation on the impact of globalisation on small and medium-size enterprises within recent years. The aims and objectives of the research are explained, the topics of the literature review are identified, research methodology is described.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation outline, globalisation impact, SME,
C/B/3491. Dissertation. Effects of the global recession on operations management in the UK small and medium-sized enterprises
- WORDS:
- 14700
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 149.99 GBP
This dissertation examines the way in which the global recession has affected operations management in small-medium sized enterprises (SME) in the UK. The study begins by providing the background to the study and to the topic, and aims to provide theoretical grounding to the phenomenon of operations management, to analyse the recent changes of operations management in UK-based small and medium-sized enterprises, and to give relevant recommendations to SMEs. The review of literature discusses topics like the evolution of operations management, operation systems, Porter’s value chain, operations mix, challenges for operation management, operations management and the global recession. The methodology discusses topics like the research approach, ethics, purpose, and philosophy, and data is collected through use of survey questionnaires. All of the research collected is analysed, and the study concludes with a summary of recommendations and limitations.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, global recession, operations management, small-medium sized enterprises, SME, operation systems, Porter’s value chain!,
C/B/3395. Critical Evaluation of the Research Methodology employed in the Research Area of Training in SMEs
- WORDS:
- 3000
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 39.99 GBP
This paper presents a critical review of the area of research regarding training in SME’s. The paper begins by introducing the study, and examines the reasons why there has been interest in researching this subject. The typical types of research design, data collection methods, sample sizes, secondary data, primary data, ethics and access, are all examined.
KEYWORDS: Research Methodology, training, SME, Philosophy, Research Approach, data collection methods, sample sizes, secondary data, primary data, ethics, access,
C/B/3390. Review of “the rapid growth of young firms during various stages of entrepreneurship”
- WORDS:
- 1150
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
This paper reviews the article “The rapid growth of young firms during various stages of entrepreneurship” by Hannu Littunen and Hannu Niittykangas. The paper begins by providing an overview of the article, followed by an examination of the research method and literature review. The review aims to assess the strengths and weaknesses of the article.
KEYWORDS: Review, The rapid growth of young firms during various stages of entrepreneurship!,
C/B/3382. Management Issues: SME's vs. Large Organisations
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- 3200
- DATE:
- 2011
- PRICE:
- 39.99 GBP
This paper examines the similarities and differences in management styles between multinational corporations (MNC) and SME’s. the paper begins by discussing different management styles, focusing on owner managers, entrepreneurs, and managers. SME’s and MNC’s are examined in reference to culture, change, learning, corporate social responsibility, power, politics, ethics, communication, and decision making. Conclusions are made regarding management at both types of organization.
KEYWORDS: Management styles, multinational corporations, MNC, SME, owner managers, entrepreneurs, culture, change, learning, corporate social responsibility, power, politics, ethics, communication, decision making.,
C/B/3299. Report and Presentation. Exploration of the role of the small business (SME) in the UK and Saudi Arabia
- WORDS:
- 2150
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- 14 Slides
- DATE:
- 2010
- PRICE:
- 39.99 GBP
This paper examines the role of the small firm in the UK economy and Saudi Arabia. The paper begins by examining the definition of a small company, highlighting the reasons why defining it is difficult. The paper then examines the reasons why the number of small firms has grown in the UK. This is then followed by a thorough analysis of the problems faced by the small firm sector in the UK and the government support schemes that aim to overcome these issues. The same is then carried out for Saudi Arabia, and conclusions are made regarding both countries. This paper also comes with a detailed power point presentation on the topic.
KEYWORDS: Small firm, SME, UK, Saudi Arabia, government support schemes,
C/B/3286. Comparative analysis of management style and issues in SME's and MNE's
- WORDS:
- 6000
- DATE:
- 2010
- PRICE:
- 69.99 GBP
This paper examines management style and issues, aiming to critically analyse the differences and similarities between medium sized local organisations and multinational organisations. The paper focuses on power distribution, conflict management, organisational politics, communication, change management, corporate social responsibility, and organisational learning. The paper concludes by summarising the similarities and differences between SME’s and MNE’s
KEYWORDS: Management style, management issues, medium sized local organisations, multinational organisations, power distribution, conflict management, organisational politics, communication, change management, corporate social responsibility, organisational learning.,
C/EI/172. Proposal. Barriers to E-commerce adoption amongst SME's in the UK
- WORDS:
- 600
- DATE:
- 2010
- PRICE:
- 9.99 GBP
This proposal presents research for a study on the barriers to e-commerce adoption amongst SME’s in the UK. The study aims to identify the barriers to SME adoption of e-commerce in general, to assess the barriers to SME adoption of e-commerce in the UK, and to suggest ways these barriers can be overcome. The paper examines the legal and ethical considerations of the study.
KEYWORDS: Proposal, barriers to e-commerce, e-commerce, SME,
C/EI/171. Literature review. Challenges and impacts of e-business strategies for start up luxury brand SME's in the UK.
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- 5350
- DATE:
- 2010
- PRICE:
- 59.99 GBP
This literature review focuses on the challenges and impacts of e-business strategies for start up luxury brand SME’s in the UK. The review focuses on topics like the nature of the luxury market, the growth of the internet, aesthetics, marketing, order management drivers of thrust, and retail success.
KEYWORDS: Literature review, SME, e-business strategies, luxury brands, internet, aesthetics, marketing, drivers of thrust, retail success,
C/B/3193. Recognising conditions for SME technological adoption: software-as-a-service
- WORDS:
- 1500
- DATE:
- 2010
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
This paper discusses Enterprise resource planning systems (ERP) and the way in which it is used in multination corporations. The paper aims to discuss the options for smaller companies that cannot afford expensive ERP systems, and introduces cloud computing and software-as-a-service (SAAS). The push-Pull theory is used to examine the topics The paper provides the background to ERP, and defines cloud computing. The paper discusses hardware in relation to software and system integration. A case study is provided that presents a company that requires a SAAS system and the paper recommends cloud computing, highlighting the benefits of such a system.
KEYWORDS: Enterprise resource planning, ERP, multination corporations, cloud computing, software-as-a-service, SAAS, push-Pull theory, hardware, software, system integration!,
C/F/913. Proposal. Strategies for Survival of SME in the Real Estate Industry
- WORDS:
- 1400
- DATE:
- 2010
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
This proposal presents a plan for a dissertation on the strategies for survival for SME in the real estate sector. The paper aims to establish the link between the banking crisis and the real estate slump. The aims of the project is to see what lessons can be learnt from the banking crisis, to identify the implications on the real estate industry, the way in which this impacts SME’s in the sector, and to see what strategies can be implemented to improve survival in times of boom and bust. The proposal plans to achieve these aims by analysis of a detailed literature review, and through primary research like focus groups, interviews and surveys. The paper also discusses the ethics and special requirements for the paper.
KEYWORDS: Proposal, SME, real estate sector, banking crisis!,
C/E/585. Dissertation. Role of Small and Medium Enterprises in Economies of Developed Countries: Case Study of UK
- WORDS:
- 14750
- DATE:
- 2010
- PRICE:
- 149.99 GBP
The dissertation investigates the contribution of small and medium sized enterprises (SME) to the economic growth and international trade with the focus on the UK. The review of literature touches on the features of SME in macroeconomic context including SME roles in job creation, trade development, business environment, crisis management, etc. The methodology is based on the case study of British SME using a qualitative and quantitative analysis of secondary sources. Conclusions are made about the impact of SME on the economic growth of the UK in comparison to other factor affecting the country’s development.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation, Small and Medium Enterprises, SME, UK economy, macroeconomics,
C/B/2896. Dissertation outline. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Strategies in SME's: case study IT companies
- WORDS:
- 1050
- DATE:
- 2010
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
This paper presents a dissertation outline on a study aiming to explore whether development in customer relationship management (CRM) has had a positive impact on IT company growth in the SME sector. The proposed structure and content of the review of literature is detailed, as well as the methodology section. The data will be collected through electronic questionnaires sent to managers of small IT companies in the UK. The discussion section will analyse the results from the research, and the conclusion aims to highlight the limitations of the study and future recommendations.
KEYWORDS: Dissertation outline, customer relationship management, CRM, IT company, SME,
C/B/2823. Analysis of the financial challenges that face Small Medium Enterprises (SME's) in the UK
- WORDS:
- 1900
- DATE:
- 2010
- PRICE:
- 19.99 GBP
This paper evaluates the financial challenges that may face Small Medium Enterprises (SME’s) in the UK. This is discussed in relation to the challenges faced by MNCs, the impact that Macroeconomic factors can have on SME’s, cash flow, financial crisis, and access to finance. The paper concludes with a summary of the topics discussed.
KEYWORDS: SME, MNC, financial challenges, macroeconomic factors, cash flow, financial crisis,
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