Construction of a United Great China A Comparative Study of the CCTV Spring Festival Galas‚ 1984-86 and 2004-06 Xiaoyan Xu Thesis submitted to the faculty of the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts In Political Science Dr. Timothy W. Luke‚ Chair Dr. Scott G. Nelson Dr. Yannis Stivachtis June 7‚ 2007 Blacksburg‚ VA Keywords: China‚ TV‚ CCTV‚ Spring Festival‚ ideology‚ nationalism‚ media‚ symbolic
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While the special designed software allows more specific operations‚ it requires a substantial investment to create and operate. Accurate estimation is critical for the financial success and it allows the organization to successfully propose price decision‚ source of investment. The Department of Defense requires contractor to have an “acceptable” estimating system. There are different estimate methods such as round table‚ comparison‚ detailed‚ and parametric. A combination of the four methods could
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Journal of Technology Research The Hypothesis Testing of Decision Making Styles in the Decision Making Process Nabie Conteh Shenandoah University Abstract: The objective of this study is to test the effectiveness of various decision making styles in the decision-making process. Four broad categories of decision making styles are utilized in this simulation study. The methodology is illustrated with a complex‚ semistructured problem often used to train and evaluate management personnel.
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SPUR RIDE TRAINING LESSON PLAN CONDUCT AREA RECONNAISANCE (17-2-4011) 1. REFERENCES: FM 3-20.98 Reconnaissance and Scout Platoon; ARTEP 17-57-11-MTP Scout Crew and Team Training Plan (Formerly FKSM 17- 13-8-MTP); FM 3-21.8 Infantry Rifle Platoon and Squad. 2. OBJECTIVE: CONDITIONS: The unit is conducting operations as part of a higher headquarters (HQ) and has received an operation order (OPORD) or fragmentary order (FRAGORD) to conduct an area reconnaissance. The OPORD specifies the
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manufacturing strategy for their new pharmaceuticals to remain competitive. Their objectives include increasing new product speed to market by 50% and reducing the cost of manufacturing by 25%. The issues facing the company’s manufacturing strategy decision are numerous. The pharmaceutical industry’s average annual growth rate in 1982 through 1992 was 18%; however‚ this rate is expected to slip to the 8% to 12% range in 1993. Correspondingly‚ Eli Lilly’s profit margin was expected to fall to 15%‚
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New Vending Machine Pricing to Capture Value‚ or Not? Case Facts Coca Cola planned on introducing new vending machines that are able to automatically change prices according to ambient temperature. How this works: the price of Coke goes up in hot weather where cold drinks are regarded more valuable to satisfy thirst than in cold days. Coca Cola tried to maximize profit from these smart vending machines‚ after facing price war in supermarkets. This practice is called price
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Boston Matrix Strategy Skills Team FME www.free-management-ebooks.com ISBN 978-1-62620-952-7 Copyright Notice © www.free-management-ebooks.com 2013. All Rights Reserved ISBN 978-1-62620-952-7 The material contained within this electronic publication is protected under International and Federal Copyright Laws and treaties‚ and as such any unauthorized reprint or use of this material is strictly prohibited. You may not copy‚ forward‚ or transfer this publication or any part of it‚ whether in electronic
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Case Study Exercise One Part One SWOT Analysis of adopting a new form of governance for Colorado Springs Utilities: Strengths (internal): • Politically insulates elected officials from unpopular‚ but necessary utility decisions • Reduces risk and legal liability to elected officials • Allows for greater subject matter expertise and focused attention on public utility issues by members of new utility board • Frees council members to focus their attention on other constituency issues • Allows for
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Unicord PLC Group A Florida Atlantic University Professor: Dr. Hemant Merchant Emerging Markets MAN-6728 February 15‚ 2010 Problem/Decision Dr. Juanjai Ajanant‚ a special advisor to Unicord PLC’s board‚ has been tasked with deciding the best strategy to take Unicord out of receivership. Unicord‚ as a relatively young company‚ was a leading tuna processor and one of the “shining stars” of Thailand. As a top tuna exporter‚ the company had shown year over year growth since
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Boston is one of the few cities in the US that offer an ultimate historical experience. With its fascinating architecture and chic yet peaceful urban environment‚ this city of wonders will surely entice every discriminating tourist. “Founded in 1630‚ Boston is one of America’s oldest cities… and is the largest city in New England. [Boston] is often referred to as the “Cradle of Liberty” for its role in instigating the American Revolution in the late 18th century” (Bunker Hill College: 2011). “With
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