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18252. LINCOLN ELECTRIC HARVARD CASE STUDY 9707445. This paper provides a case study analysis and case solution to a popular 2006 Harvard Business School case study (9-707-445) by Jordan Siegel concerning global strategic management and incentive systems at Lincoln Electric. The case study concerns Lincoln Electric’s global expansion strategy, looking at its successful Chinese operations and considering how the company can take apply the lessons learned in China in India and elsewhere in Asia as well as Europe. The case analysis and solution includes problem statement, analysis (including a SWOT), assessment of alternatives, recommendations and implementation plan. KEYWORDS: lincoln electric case solution international business strategy globalization market entry china india market entry market selection labor employee incentives strategic management marketing. Written 2008. 10 pages, 12 footnotes, 6 bibliographic sources.		$70

18250. GOOGLE, INC.: FIGURING OUT HOW TO DEAL WITH CHINA CASE STUDY BAB131. This paper provides a case analysis and case solution to a 2007 Harvard Business School/Babson College strategic management case study on Google in the Chinese Internet search market. The time is mid-2005 and Google is confronted with the problem of whether or not to directly enter the Chinese search engine market and how to deal with Chinese government censorship and other restrictions placed on Chinese Internet users. The analysis includes an introduction and background section, problem statement, identification of main issues, SWOT analysis, identification and assessment of strategic alternatives, recommendations, and implementation and evaluation plan. KEYWORDS: case study google china market strategy strategic management business ethics don’t be evil corporate culture values. Written 2008. APA Style. 10 pages, 18 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources. 2773 words.		$70

18193. MICROSOFT IN CHINA AND INDIA, 1993-2007 HARVARD CASE STUDY 9-708-444. This paper provides a case study analysis and case solution to a 2007 Harvard Business School global business and strategic management case study (9-708-444) by Tarun Khanna and Prithwiraj Choudhury. The case focuses on Microsoft’s international expansion into China and India during the period 1993-2007, considering the problems that multinational firms face in emerging markets. The case analysis includes problem statement, analysis, assessment of alternatives, recommendations and implementation plan. KEYWORDS: case studies microsoft india china globalization international expansion strategy emerging nations case solution. Written 2008. 11 pages, 11 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources.		$77

18192. HAIER HEFEI ELECTRONICS CO. (A) HARVARD CASE STUDY 308075. This paper provides a case study analysis and solution to a 2007 Harvard Business School organizational management and labor relations management case study (308075) by Lynn Sharp Paine concerning The Haier Group, the first mainland Chinese company to make the Financial Times list of Asia's "most admired companies.” The case focuses on organizational problems, business-government relations in China, and labor relations at Haier. The case analysis includes problem statement, analysis, assessment of alternatives, recommendations and implementation plan. KEYWORDS: case studies consumer electronics china haier labor relations chinese business globalization corporate culture chinese employees unions case solution. Written 2008. APA Style. 12 pages, 10 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.		$84

18186. WAL-MART EVERYDAY LOW PRICES IN CHINA HARVARD CASE STUDY HKU590. This paper provides a case study analysis and case solution to a University of Hong Kong/Harvard Business School international marketing case study (HKU590) by Ali F. Farhoomand and Iris Wang on Wal-Mart’s Chinese operations. The case focuses on Wal-mart’s efforts to transplant it’s “everyday low prices” model to China. The case analysis includes problem statement, analysis, assessment of alternatives, recommendations and implementation plan. KEYWORDS: case studies walmart china globalization marketing advertising pricing strategy discount retailer competitive strategy interntionalization localization chinese consumers case solution. Written 2008. APA Style. 11 pages, 15 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources.		$77

18183. HAIER: TAKING A CHINESE COMPANY GLOBAL HARVARD CASE STUDY 9-706-401. This paper provides a case study analysis and case solution of a popular Harvard Business School global strategic management case study (9-706-40) by Tarun Khanna, Ingrid Vargas, Krishna G. Palepu on Haier, China’s leading appliance maker, and its efforts to build a globally recognized brand. The case analysis includes problem statement, analysis, assessment of alternatives, recommendations and implementation plan. KEYWORDS: case studies haier chinese appliance electronics case solution globalization international marketing strategy branding ge whirlpool strategic planning. Written 2008. APA Style. 11 pages, 17 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources. 2,939 words.		$77

18048. YELLOW ROADWAY IN CHINA. This paper discusses a report in a January 2006 issue of Wall Street Journal regarding the plans of Yellow Roadway Corporation, a U.S. trucking firm, to expand operations to China. It is argued that the company has made a wise strategic decision and has shown cultural sensitivity by choosing to call itself YRC World Wide Inc. in the region, because of the negative connotations associated with the word "yellow." KEYWORDS: market entry strategy culture business china. Written 2006. MLA Style. 6 pages, 7 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources. 1,398 words.		$42

17762. GRASSROOTS ASSISTANCE IN RURAL CHINA: CASE STUDY. This paper analyzes and provides a solution to a case concerning a Grants-in-Aid grassroots project assistance for two villages in Dan Feng County, a poor rural county in China’s Shaanxi Province. The grassroots development project focused on the construction of three schools, three local health centers, two bridges, and 46 water resource facilities over the course of one year within a budget of $87,000. The analysis considers the reasons behind the success of the project, discusses the benefits the project at the local level, considers the key factors/persons contributing to the project’s success, and the factors related to the project evaluation. KEYWORDS: rural china development grassroots case studies education health water villager empowerment ngo project evaluation term paper case solution. APA Style. 10 pages, 5 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. 2,667 words.		$70

17751. FEDEX IN CHINA. This paper provides an overview and analysis of how Memphis, Tennessee-based express delivery leader FedEx competes in China. Following an overview of the company and its general marketing strategy, along with a discussion of FedEx’s China operations and China marketing strategy to date, the paper raises and examines critical issues related to the company’s China marketing efforts and then makes recommendations on strategic direction and specific actions for implementation. The analysis of FedEx in China reveals that the company faces two especially critical issues: 1) How can FedEx best stave off increasing competition from its key rivals and maintain its current leadership position in air cargo international express delivery from China? and 2) Once FedEx has completed its buyout of its Chinese joint venture partner, how can FedEx best approach competing in China’s risky, highly competitive and potentially highly lucrative domestic express delivery market? It is recommended that FedEx leverage its strong position with regard to Chinese air cargo holdings and routes and its good relations with North American and European businesses to continue aggressive expansion of the international component of the Chinese market. It is forecast that FedEx will achieve a dominant position in the overall Chinese international express market within ten years. In terms of the domestic Chinese market, it is recommended that FedEx proceed with extreme caution, building relationship with Chinese businesses through offering value-added services. FedEx must view the domestic market as a long-term investment. KEYWORDS: express delivery service marketing china federal express fedex Chinese market entry global strategy. Written 2006. APA Style. 14 pages, 132 footnotes, 54 bibliographic sources. 4,750 words.		$98

17705. INTERNATIONAL WATERCOURSE AGREEMENTS: THE CASE OF THE 1995 MEKONG AGREEMENT IN THE CONTEXT OF THE 1997 U.N. CONVENTION ON THE LAW OF THE NON-NAVIGATIONAL USES OF INTERNATIONAL WATERCOURSES. This paper provides an overview and analysis of two recent significant multilateral international water agreements. Specifically, the 1995 Agreement on Cooperation for the Sustainable Development of the Mekong River Basin (hereinafter, “Mekong Agreement”) is described and analyzed in the context of the background and provisions of the 1997 U.N. Convention on the Law of the Non-navigational Uses of International Watercourses (hereafter, “UN Convention”). The 1995 Mekong Agreement governs water sharing and cooperation among four lower riparians – Thailand, Vietnam, Lao PDR, and Cambodia – on the Mekong River, the largest and most important river in Southeast Asia and the world’s tenth largest river in terms of annual water. Building on more than two decades of work by the International Law Commission, the 1997 UN Convention, which has not yet come into force, represents a move to codify customary international law governing management of use and conflict of international freshwater watercourses. The UN Convention aims at establishing “general principles for the use and management of international watercourses and to assist in the resolution of disputes. KEYWORDS: international water agreements river states Mekong river Vietnam Thailand laos Cambodia china Myanmar united nations convention navigational uses. Written 2005. Blue Book Legal Style. 28 pages, 82 footnotes, 25 bibliographic sources. 6,729 words.		$133

17451. MARKETING MEDICAL EQUIPMENT TO CHINA. This paper explores entering the Chinese medical equipment market with a portable digital x-ray product. The first part of the paper presents an overview and analysis of the Chinese market, and a discussion of risks, opportunities, and basic parameters of doing business in China from the perspective of an American firm. The second part of the paper focuses on entering the medical equipment market. The Chinese health industry in general and the medical devices industry (with a focus on digital medical imaging equipment) in particular are profiled and discussed in terms of structure, risks and opportunities. Taking the perspective of a small U.S. manufacturer and marketer of high technology medical imaging equipment, the analysis then presents a tentative program for Chinese market entry, focusing initially on a portable digital x-ray machine. KEYWORDS: China market entry medical devices marketing strategy. Written 2005. 21 pages, 106 footnotes, 46 bibliographic sources. 5066 words.		$133

17416. CHINESE TOWN AND VILLAGE ENTERPRISES. This paper presents a critique and analysis of Qi’s article, “Explaining Strategy Process in Chinese Township and Village Enterprises (TVEs)which explains TVE strategy process and outcomes in terms of guanxi networks. The paper also considers the implications of Qi’s findings for Chinese economy and society, and the implications for non-Chinese firms (Western or otherwise) considering ventures with or investments in Chinese TVEs. KEYWORDS: economic development China town village enterprise guanxi. Written 2004. 10 pages, 18 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources. 2,380 words.		$70

17402. GINO SA: DISTRIBUTION CHANNEL MANAGEMENT (1) IVEY CASE STUDY 902A13. This paper analyzes and presents a case solution to a Richard Ivey School of Business (University of Western Ontario) international marketing management case (902A13) by Terry H. Deutscher and Alan Wenchu Yang involving Gino Burner Co., a Paris-based manufacturer of burners. The case concerns a problem in distribution channel management in Gino’s Chinese operations. Taking the perspective of the Marketing Manager charged with assessing the situation and making recommendations, the problem is analyzed, alternative courses of action are identified and evaluated, and support is offered for the recommended alternative. KEYWORDS: ivey harvard case study international marketing case study international distribution management case studies emerging markets globalization Chinese market case solution. 12 pages, 14 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources. 2,839 words.		$84

17260. DOING BUSINESS IN CHINA. This paper provides an overview and analysis of doing business in China from the perspective of an American firm or entrepreneur considering a China venture. The basic features of the China market, including geography and environment; people and culture; and government and political system are described. The paper provides an overview of the Chinese economy, including historical background; current economic structure and main indicators; trade and FDI; income and standard of living; and economic outlook. Taking the perspective of an American firm, the analysis looks at some of the practical considerations of doing business in China, including best prospects for investors, methods of market entry, available assistance, and key risks and barriers to doing business in China. KEYWORDS: Chinese market Chinese economy China market entry business risks entry barriers. APA Style. 15 pages; 72 footnotes; 27 bibliographic sources. 3,161 words.		$105

17248. ECONOMIC HISTORY OF THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA (PRC). This paper provides an overview and analysis of China’ s progress and problems in economic reform and development of its “socialist market economy.” The paper closely examines the history and progress of economic reforms from the time the Communists came to power in 1949 up until the present (circa 2003). The paper traces the transition from Mao to Deng, examines the political climate under Deng, profiles Deng’s economic reforms and their impact, and examines the progress from a planned commodity economy (1984 to 1991) to a socialist market economy (1992–). The concluding sections consider political and social problems connected with the reform process, with particular attention to the Tiananmen uprising and its aftermath and the pervasive problem of corruption. Keywords: PRC China communism economy economic history market reforms Deng Four Modernizations Mao socialist market economy corruption market opening. Written 2003. 25 pages; 114 footnotes; 43 bibliographic sources. 6,371 words.		$133

17247. ADVERTISING & BRANDING IN CHINA. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the historical development and modern-day status of advertising and branding in China. The Chinese advertising environment is described in detail. The history of advertising in China from the early 20th century through the 1949 Communist takeover and the 1979 economic reforms is traced. The analysis consider the role of advertising and the 1979 economic reforms is traced. The analysis considers the role of advertising the attitudes towards advertising in Communist China prior to and after the beginning of significant market reform in 1979. The paper then examines branding in China. The paper considers the degree of brand recognition in China; Chinese attitudes towards brands; the scope and nature of brands (foreign and domestic) in contemporary China; and the obstacles to developing brands in China. A concluding section makes recommendations for the development of global Chinese-based brands, with a specific recommendation for developing the popular Chinese appliance brand Haier into a global brand. Keywords: China advertising China branding advertisements marketing global brands. Written 2003. 27 pages; 141 footnotes; 47 bibliographic sources. 6,715 words.		$133

17134. BUSINESS PLAN: MARKETING A LOW-FAT PRODUCT TO CHINESE CHILDREN. This paper presents a proposal to introduce a low-calorie, low-fat (diet) snack/candy bar in China aimed at the target market of overweight children and young teens. The problem of childhood/adolescent obesity in China is profiled. Another section presents a country risk assessment for China and profiles options for organizing a new investment in China. Another section presents an analysis of the children’s market in China, with a tight focus on marketing snacks to children. The final section draws on the information presented in the preceding sections to outline a comprehensive marketing plan for the product introduction, including a discussion of options for raising initial capital; assessment of market entry options; and recommendations on distribution, promotion, and advertising strategies. KEYWORDS: china market entry chinese children obesity chinese marketing new product snack food. Written 2003. 47 pages; 129 footnotes; 54 bibliographic sources. 11,329 words.		$133

17121. HOFESTEDE ON CHINESE AND AMERICAN VALUES: IMPLICATIONS FOR MANAGEMENT. This paper discusses and analyzes Geert Hofstede’s value dimensions of national culture within the context of two different national cultures: Chinese and American. The analysis compares and contrasts the dominant cultural values of each within the framework of Hofstede’s original four dimensions – power distance, uncertainty avoidance, individualism-collectivism, and masculinity-femininity – and within the framework of his subsequently identified fifth dimension: long-term orientation, also labeled Confucian Dynamism. Following a brief overview of Hofstede’s research, the analysis compares and contrasts American and Chinese culture across the five dimensions and considers the implications for management. Written 2003. 10 pages; 34 footnotes; 11 bibliographic sources. 2,385 words.		$70

17118. CHINA-U.S. TRADE. This paper traces China-U.S. trade relations and America’s China policy through the Clinton era into the Bush years. The analysis examines the factors behind the U.S.’s decision to re-establish Permanent Normal Trade Relations (PNTR) with China and China’s long struggle to join the World Trade Organization (WTO). The analysis also looks at problems and prospects for U.S.-China relations in the aftermath of China’s December 2001 accession to the WTO, including a discussion of disputes over agricultural imports and other trade issues. Finally, the analysis also consider the link between trade and national security issues in the aftermath of 9/11 and the re-establishment of PNTR with China. Keywords: China US trade WTO. Written 2002. 12 pages; 43 footnotes; 29 bibliographic sources. 5,224 words.		$84

17030. LESBIANISM IN THE CHINESE SILK INDUSTRY. Although Chinese lesbianism is an overlooked topic in literary and historical texts, there is some evidence to support the view that lesbianism existed among silk workers in the Kwangtung (or Quangdon) region in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This paper discusses marriage resistance, hairdressing ceremonies, sisterhood vows, and the factors that presumably contributed to lesbianism. References are made to historical document, the views of women historians, and descriptions in the novel “Women of the Silk” by Gail Tsukiyama. Keywords: lesbians silk workers Chinese history. 11 pages; 36 footnotes; 10 bibliographic sources.		$77

17006. CHINA'S RELATIONSHIP WITH THE WEST. This paper examines China’s relationship with other major world powers over the past few decades. Considers China’s relations with the US and the USSR during the Cold War, the more open relations that have occurred since the 1970s, and how the perceptions of the Chinese people often differ from their government’s official stance. Keywords: China foreign relations Cold War. 6 pages; 14 footnotes; 2 bibliographic sources.		$42

17005. CHINA IN THE TWENTIETH CENTURY. This paper argues that the 20th century was a “century of revolution” for China. Emphasis is placed on the role of Chinese Communism in creating this reality. It is noted that the Communist revolution ultimately had a negative impact on peasants, women, and others. Keywords: China Communism revolution. 6 pages; 18 footnotes; 2 bibliographic sources.		$42

15928. "WILD SWANS" BY JUNG CHANG (BOOK REVIEW). Chang’s book is concerned with three generations of women (the author, her Maoist mother, and her traditional grandmother) in 20th century China. This paper examines how the accounts of these three women reflect social and political changes in China during their lifetimes. Emphasis is placed on three key issues: the treatment of women, the experience of political oppression, and conditions of hardship. Keywords: Chinese women rights oppression China gender relations social conditions. 10 pages; 36 footnotes; 1 bibliographic source.		$70

15909. DOING BUSINESS IN CHINA AND INDIA. This paper discusses the advantages of investing in India and the People’s Republic of China, despite existing structural, economic, political, and social problems and barriers to investment found in both countries. 11 pages; 41 footnotes; 12 bibliographic sources.		$77

15786. ASIA AFTER WORLD WAR II: THE POLITICAL ECONOMY OF RECONSTRUCTION. This paper provides a brief history and overview of the post-World War II transition in Japan, India and China. Describes changes in the political landscape, focusing on U.S influences over Japan, China's communist revolution, and India's march to independence and partition. 5 pages, 7 footnotes, 6 bibliographic sources.		$35

15690. CHINA AND INDIA FACE THE CHALLENGES OF GLOBALIZATION. Focusing on the past seven years (1993-2001), this paper compares and contrasts China's and India's main economic strengths and weaknesses, progress in economic reform, and problems and challenges of globalization each country faces in their drive to become modern, high performing members of the global economy. Compares the two countries in the context of the history of their economic reform programs, motivation for embarking on reform, ideology of reform, structure of reform, and overall results of reform. Concludes that China has thus far been more successful at reform and at integrating with the global economy, but cautions that China still faces the most difficult phase of its reform. KEYWORDS: China India economic reform globalization chinese indian economy global integration. 17 pages, 41 footnotes, 30 bibliographic sources.		$119

15633. MARKETING ENVIRONMENTAL CLEAN-UP TO CHINA. This paper presents a market assessment/risk analysis and recommendation for the proposed Chinese market entry of a U.S.-based environmental firm, which markets pollution control products and services. The analysis begins with an overview of current political and economic conditions in China. The next section profiles the current market for environmental and pollution control services and products in China. Following this, the analysis considers some of the basic aspects - and risks - of doing business in China, including accounting practices, legal structure, available modes of entry, intellectual property rights, costs of doing business, cultural considerations, human resource management issues, and the general logistics of operating in China. A concluding section makes recommendation on entry. KEYWORDS: china market chinese marketing environmental clean-up pollution chinese environmental products market plan. 27 pages, 74 footnotes, 31 bibliographic sources. 7,177 words.		$133

15227. EQUALITY AND NON-DISCRIMINATION IN INDIA AND CHINA. Problems exist in India because of such traditional factors as the caste system and male dominance. However, it is argued that the situation is worse in China because of the oppression of the central government and its views regarding racial purity. Although there are signs of positive change gradually taking place in India, change in China is unlikely unless the government becomes more tolerant of religious and cultural diversity. 7 pages, 15 footnotes, 9 bibliographic references.		$49

15023. PAINTING IN THE CHINESE SONG DYNASTY AND THE ITALIAN RENAISSANCE. Argues that long-lasting changes in style occurred in both cultures; however, there were also crucial differences, which were due to the philosophical orientations of the East and the West. 13 pages, 29 footnotes, 10 bibliographic reference.		$91

14905. CASE ANALYSIS: GRASSROOTS ASSISTANCE IN RURAL CHINA. This paper provides an analysis of a case concerning a Japanese Grants-in-Aid grassroots project assistance for two villages in Dan feng County, an impoverished rural county in China’s Shaanxi Province. The project has a budget of $87,000 and involved the construction of three schools, three local health centers, two bridges, and 46 water resource facilities over the course of one year. The analysis considers whether or not the project is a success (and why), specifies the benefits the project provides at the local level, considers the key factors/persons contributing to the project’s success, and factors related to the project evaluation. It is argued that the project has been remarkably successful. KEYWORDS: rural china development grassroots education health water villager empowerment ngo project evaluation. APA Style. 10 pages, 5 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source. 2,652 words.		$70

13898. TAIWAN: MAJOR INDUSTRIES, CAPITAL AND FOREIGN OWNERSHIP CIRCA 1992. An overview of the Taiwanese economy in the early 1990's. Provides an overview of the structure of the economy; discusses growth rates by sector; describes planning and growth sectors; and provides a detailed overview of foreign investment, trade, banking and finance in the early 1990's. 8 pages, 15 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources.		$56

13813. HISTORY'S VIEW OF AN IMPERIAL COMMISSIONER IN THE OPIUM WARS. A review and analysis of the historical accounts of the Opium War of 1840-42, with a particular focus on the character and activities of Imperial Commissioner Lin Tse-Hsu. Argues that while Lin was using completely legal and accepted methods to conduct a war on drugs, his efforts were doomed by the practical realities of an established, highly profitable link in the triangular trade route between England, India and China. 11 pages, 18 footnotes, 3 bibliographic sources.		$77

13618. POLITICAL INSTITUTIONS IN PRE-MODERN CHINA. This report examines China's political institutions during the pre-modern period (defined, for the purpose of this essay as prior to 1911 and the fall of the last dynastic regime), examining their structure, function, underlying ideology and transformations over time. The focus of the analysis is on the periods of the Ming (1368-1644) and Ch'ng dynasties (1644-1911), with comparative reference to the Han dynasty (206-220) and a discussion of the evolution of the seeds of formal political structures during the Shang and Chou dynasties. 14p. 31f. 10b.		$98

13588. CHINA: PROSPECTS AND PROBLEMS IN DEVELOPMENT. The report analyzes China's current economic status and its prospects for development through the year 2020. The investigation considers China's prospects from the perspective of three key problems or barriers to growth and development: 1) environmental degradation; 2) political instability; and 3) aging of the population. The problems and their likely impact on China's development prospects are discussed, along with the strategies to remove/reduce the magnitude of these problems. A concluding analysis forecasts best, worst, and medium-case scenarios in terms of growth in per capita GDP through the year 2020. The analysis includes a discussion and justification for the use of per capita GDP (versus another measure, such as the UNDP's human development index) as a comprehensive measure of development in China. KEYWORDS: PRC China economy economic growth development economic forecast term paper. 39 pages, 117 footnotes, 43 bibliographic sources.		$133

13567. CHINA: PEOPLE, CULTURE & POLITICS. This paper presents an introduction and overview to the people, culture and politics of China. Although the primary focus of the analysis is on conditions in contemporary China, the report also provides background discussion on China's history and its modern (i.e., since the Communist takeover in 1949) political structure. A concluding discussion considers how the recent economic reforms have unwittingly set into motion profound social and political changes. KEYWORDS: communist china history culture politics term paper. 16 pages, 46 footnotes, 16 bibliographic sources.		$112

13566. CHINA: ECONOMY AND CONSUMER MARKET. This report provides an overview of the Chinese market, with an emphasis on the Chinese consumer market. After a brief introduction to China (its people, government, politics), the analysis provides an overview of the Chinese economy, including background on the economic reforms, a discussion of current economic structure and economic indicators, a profile of China's trade and investment patterns, and an overview of the labor structure and taxation structure as it applies to foreign firms. The second part of the report presents a profile of the Chinese consumer market, including consideration of consumer spending patterns, income disparities, the size of the consumer market, and the impact of demographic factors on consumer behavior and trends. KEYWORDS: Chinese consumer market term paper china consumers economy market entry research paper. 18 pages, 62 footnotes, 26 bibliographic sources.		$126

13528. CHINESE AGRICULTURE: RECENT REFORMS AND FUTURE PROSPECTS. This paper examines economic development, problems, and prospects in China's agricultural sector during the post-Deng reform years. Constraints on growth in the agricultural sector - environmental degradation, rural unrest, technical issues, and political factors - are identified and discussed. The second part of the paper examines future prospects in the grain sector. Progress during the reform, problems and limitations in future growth in the grain sector, and recommendations for an appropriate China grain policy are discussed. KEYWORDS: china agriculture term paper chinese grain sector agricultural reform term paper. APA Style. 14 pages, 35 footnotes, 18 bibliographic sources.		$98

13527. THE ENDURING LEGACY OF CHINESE CULTURAL NORMS. The focus of this paper is on the continuing influence of traditional Chinese cultural and social norms in the day-to-day activities of Chinese business and economics. The first section examines the role of guanxi (art of relationships) in contemporary Chinese society within the PRC. The second section looks at the influence of Chinese cultural values in Taiwan (the ROC), with particular attention to the apparent contradiction between those who claim that "Chinese culture" has been a catalyst for economic development in Taiwan and elsewhere, and those who, citing China itself, see "Chinese culture" in Weberian terms as an impediment to economic progress. KEYWORDS: China Taiwan culture economic development term paper. APA Style. 12 pages, 26 footnotes, 14 bibliographic sources.		$84

13525. CHINA POLITICS IN THE 20TH CENTURY: MAO'S LEGACY AND DENG'S REFORMS. This paper provides an overview and analysis of Mao's and Deng's economic policies and their impact on Chinese economic development and domestic politics during the period. The analysis begins with an assessment of Mao's economic policies (1950s-1975) and the problems these policies left for the Deng era of economic reform. The second part of the paper profiles ad analyzes the Deng reforms (post 1978) in terms of their impact on central-regional politics and with references to the impact of Mao's legacy. KEYWORDS: PRC China economy politics mao tse tung deng economic reform communism economic development research paper. APA Style. 10 pages, 27 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources.		$70

13524. RELIGION AND IDEOLOGY IN CONTEMPORARY CHINA: This paper explores the current state of religion and ideology in contemporary China. The first section looks at the prevalence and significance of "popular" Chinese religious practices and beliefs in the context of traditional Chinese religious beliefs and contemporary events. The second section explores the scope and prevalence of political-economic ideologies in contemporary China, examining the relative importance of conservatism, radicalism, socialism, nationalism and capitalism in the post-reform era. A concluding section comments on the dominant political-economic ideology of the day - capitalism. KEYWORDS: PRC China religion political economic ideology Chinese nationalism socialism capitalism term paper. APA Style. 10 pages, 24 footnotes, 14 bibliographic sources.		$70

13429. INEQUALITY OF CHINESE WOMEN. Discusses the fact that Chinese women have not attained equality in employment or education despite the rhetoric of the Communist Revolution. Also discusses how the birth-control policy of the government oppresses the women of the nation. 6p., 20f., 7b.		$42

13408. CAUSES AND CONSEQUENCES OF THE ASIAN FINANCIAL CRISIS. This paper provides an overview and analysis of the causes and consequences of the Asian financial crisis. The substantive issues, theories and findings related to both the hypothesized causes and apparent consequences are presented. A concluding section considers some of the practical lessons for managers to be drawn from the crisis. KEYWORDS: financial crisis asia 1990s asian economic crisis term paper. 12 pages, 28 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources.		$84

13387. THE ASIAN FINANCIAL CRISIS. This term paper considers the causes and consequences of the 1990s Asian financial crisis. The main issues, theories and findings related to both the hypothesized causes and the apparent consequences are presented. The essay also looks at what lessons the Asian Financial Crisis has for managers. KEYWORDS: financial crisis asia 1990s asian economic crisis term paper. Written 1999. 13 pages, 28 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources. 3,458 words.		$91

13337. PROSPECTS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF CHINA’S GRAIN SECTOR. Considers problems and prospects for the further development of China’s grain sector which has long served as the centerpiece of the PRC’s agricultural policies. Concludes that while technically feasible, it is economically impractical to continue focus on this sector. KEYWORDS: PRC China agriculture Chinese grain sector agricultural policies term paper. Written 1999. APA Stye. 8 pages, 18 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources. 2,022 words.		$56

13251. THE ASIATIC MODE OF PRODUCTION. Examines Marx's concept of a stagnant system of primitive mass production in Asian cultures, focusing on modern Chinese historiography and debate over the validity of this theory. Marx's theory, and recent rejection of the unilinear model of history East and West, are summarized. 15p., 16f., 9b.		$105

13139. INTERNATIONAL JOINT VENTURES & WESTERN-CHINESE ALLIANCES. This report provides an overview and analysis of the threats and opportunities presented to the Western firm entering an international joint venture (IJV) with a Chinese (People's Republic of China) partner. Following an overview of the general advantages and disadvantages of the IJV as a foreign investment strategy, the analysis takes the perspective of a Western firm considering a joint venture with a China-based firm and considers both the advantages and disadvantages to such a venture, as well as the principal factors of Western-Chinese IJV success or failure. 11p., 54f., 22b.		$77

13138. ASIAN VALUES & THE ASIAN BUSINESS STYLE. Presents an overview of key elements in Asian business style and culture among those Asian nations heavily influenced by Confucianism, particularly China and expatriate Chinese businesses in Southeast Asia. Includes an overview of the cultural foundations of business organization in Chinese-dominated or influenced Asian nations as explained by Geert Hofstede (1985, 1991). Subsequent sections examine the dominance of the family business structure and the role and importance of 'relationships' and 'connections' in Asian business practices.. A concluding section briefly takes up the issue of whether "Asian values" can reasonably be held at all accountable for either the Asian economic miracle of the 1970s and 1980s or the Asian financial crisis of the late 1990s. 14p., 38f., 21b.		$98

13116. OPERATIONAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE AMONG MNCS. This report discusses some of the major human resources management and organizational change issues involved in transforming a multinational corporation into an integrated transnational company. Following an overview of the evolving TNC and its implications for human resources management, the analysis examines the use of "subsidiary empowerment" as one potential MNC-TNC transformation strategy. The limitations and shortcomings of this strategy are then considered with reference to Asian subsidiaries. A concluding section considers the implications of resistance to organizational change for the strategic planner within a multinational organization. 20p., 64f, 19b.		$133

13115. HOFSTEDE ON BUSINESS CULTURE IN ASIA. This report provides an overview and introduction to Hofstede's theories on national culture and organization. The analysis begins with an overview and critique of Hofstede's methodology. While Hofstede's framework for cultural analysis has been widely cited and applied, a number of researchers have pointed to certain shortcomings and methodological weaknesses. This brief section addresses one common criticism. The next section of the report looks more closely at Hofstede's theories on how national culture affects motivation - a critical area of interest for Hofstede. A final section examines Hofstede's concept of Confucian Dynamism and his theories on Asian business culture. 19p., 32f., 9b.		$133

13113. CHINESE ECONOMIC REFORM AND DEVELOPMENT. This report provides an overview and analysis of the economic and political-economic reforms in the Post-Mao era and considers the prospects for continued economic reform in the late 1990s and early 21st century. The analysis begins with a general overview and evaluation of the post-Mao economic reforms. Another sector provides a close look at the centerpiece of China's initial economic reform -- the agricultural sector -- considering both the contribution that this sector made to China's overall economic development and the reasons for the lagging productivity in this sector after 1985. Following a critical evaluation of the impact of reforms during the Deng era, a concluding section considers barriers to future economic reform. 22p., 69f., 25b.		$133

13112. ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL TRANSFORMATION IN TAIWAN. Traces the course of economic and political development in Taiwan from 1949 to the late 1990s. Examines the main reasons behind the Taiwanese "economic miracle" and profiles the move towards democratization since 1987. Includes an analysis of current economic and political conditions and an overview of future prospects and concerns. 10p., 38f., 10b.		$70

13012. FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT IN CHINA: THE REAL GROWTH ENGINE. This paper argues that the real economic significance of China's open-door policy has less to do with the expansion of foreign trade and market liberalization than it does with the unprecedented encouragement it has given to inflows of overseas capital - above all foreign direct investment (FDI). Following a brief overview of China's open-door policy and an outline of investment incentives, the analysis traces the growth and composition of foreign investment in China since the opening. The bulk of the analysis then examines the role of FDI in China's "economic miracle" and then draws on recent evidence to evaluate the merits of Kleinberg's (1990) arguments that the notion of China moving towards a liberal economic regime is a misconception. 27p. 69f. 27b.		$133

12743. THE RISE OF THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA. A paper on the struggle between the Chinese Communists and the Nationalist government. Describes why, despite U.S. support, the Nationalist effort failed (strategic errors, economic problems and corruption, loss of support of the people). By contrast, the Communists were better organized, more highly motivated, and able to gain mass support. 5p. 22f. 6b.		$35

12730. ANCESTOR WORSHIP IN ANCIENT CHINA. Focuses on the Shang and Chou dynasties (c. 1500-221 B.C.) Discusses archaeological evidence, the importance of the family, rituals to keep ancestral spirits appeased, and the role of Confucianism in making this type of worship a state religion. 5p. 22f. 7b		$35

12648. TRANSITION IN CHINESE FAMILIES DURING THE POST-MAO REFORM ERA. This paper provides an overview and analysis of changes in Chinese family structure and practices and their relation to the widespread and far-reaching policies of the post-Mao Chinese state. Following a brief overview of the traditional Chinese family and the impact of Mao's Revolutionary state on Chinese family structure and traditions, the analysis focuses closely on family transformations during the reform (1978-present) period. The analysis profiles specific state policies (e.g., Marriage Law, one-child policy, household responsibility system, social welfare policies, economic policies and the four modernizations, etc.) which have influenced the family structure; reviews demographic changes in the Chinese family since the Mao era; and looks at some of the specific changes in terms of marriage patterns, birth patterns, parenting practices, and living arrangements. KEYWORDS: women china family structure marriage chinese law politics one child deng four modernizations gender relations sex roles. 26p., 72f., 31b.		$133

12548. IMPERIALISM VERSUS IMPERIALISM: THE SINO-SOVIET CONFLICT AND POLITICAL SCIENCE THEORY. Complete, well-written survey of this crucial yet often overlooked aspect of late 20th Century world history. Covers from 1949 to 1981, including early signals of conflict, and the slow evolution from "esoteric" arguments couched in abstract Marxist theory (after 1956) to name-calling behind closed doors (after 1960) to public name-calling and border clashes of regular troops and solicitation of America's support (after 1969), the complications of the Vietnam war and Kissinger's diplomacy, and finally the all-out "proxy war" involving Cambodia, Vietnam, and China's invasion of Vietnam 1979-81. conclusion emphasizes the lack of popular participation, the small rewards gained by both sides, Mao's lack of cunning and vision in his strategies and tactics, the inabilities of classic theories of imperialism to explain this history, and how this sorry tale of useless imperial greed can be reconciled with realist and environmentalist political science theories. 25p. 15b. 70f. SEE ALSO SECTION 19D.		$133

12291. COMPARISONS IN DECLINE: THE MANCHU EMPIRE AND THE OTTOMAN EMPIRE. This paper compares the internal and external factors in the decline of two great empires – the Manchu Empire of China and the Ottoman Empire of Anatolia. The paper argues that internal factors were the cause of the Manchu Empire’s decline (specifically, a revolt against an unpopular central government), while external factors were the cause of the Ottoman Empire’s decline (specifically, the unexpected collapse of the Bulgarian army on the Salonika front in the autumn of 1918. Keywords: Anatolia China comparative history. Written 1996. 11 pages; 16 footnotes; 6 bibliographic sources.		$77

12173. EXPORTING U.S. WINE TO TAIWAN. The paper researches the feasibility and then presents a plan for exporting California wine to Taiwan. Presents the rationale for exporting wine as a high-value consumer-oriented product and presents the arguments for Taiwan as an appropriate export destination. profiles the exports (U.S.) and import (Taiwan) requirements for the plan, and formulates a plan for marketing and distributing the product in Taiwan. 17p., 62f., 34b.		$119

12134. SELLING CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT IN CHINA. Presents a proposal for establishing an American-based construction equipment importer/consultation firm in China. Includes a review of recent (1994-96) economic trends and business climate, an overview of the Chinese construction equipment market, and a risk and opportunities assessment for the proposed business. The concluding section makes summary recommendations on a specific business/marketing program. 19p., 43f., 30b.		$133

12098. THE STATUS OF WOMEN IN REVOLUTIONARY CHINA: YUAN-TSUNG CHEN'S THE DRAGON'S VILLAGE. Drawing on Chen's autobiographical novel of revolutionary China, this paper provides an assessment of the extent to which gender equality was not achieved as the result of changes in women's legal status during the early phases of the Chinese Revolution. Special attention is devoted to the enormous gulf between the newly possible and the practical in rural women's social and family lives. KEYWORDS: women's emancipation chinese women rights mao revolution book review. 7p., 11f., 1b.		$49

12078. CHINESE NEGOTIATING STYLE. Examines and assesses the style of Chinese negotiations through an examination of recent U.S.-Chinese commercial and political negotiations. The concluding section addresses the issue of whether or not there is in fact a "unique" Chinese negotiating style or whether the Chinese approach to negotiations can be adequately considered within a more generic or global model of negotiations. 11p., 29f., 14b.		$77

12077. THE DECOLONIZATION OF CHINA, VIETNAM AND INDIA. Argues that China and Vietnam abandoned their traditional culture when they gained independence. Also argues that by accepting the Communist ideology, the two nations simply replaced foreign imperialism with a new form of imperialism. By contrast, the transition to independence in India was more successful because the nation did not sacrifice its traditions. 9p. 12f. 5b.		$63

11971. 20TH CENTURY CHINA: THE SEARCH FOR A "MODERN EMPIRE." A closely examined report of Chinese political science from the end of the 19th century through the decline of the Manchus and the triumph of Mao Tse-Tung over Chiang Kai-Shek. Examines the differences between Mao and Chiang and looks behind the terms "Communism" and "Fascism" to explore the actual effect of these regimes upon the Chinese people. 10p. 18f. 5b.		$70

11905. AMERICAN FOREIGN POLICY TOWARDS CHINA. Discusses friction between the U.S. and China in trade, nuclear testing, and Taiwan's independence. Explores the history of U.S.-China diplomacy, and considers methods to reduce tensions. 10p., 12f., 17b.		$70

11887. "THE DREAM OF THE RED CHAMBER" BY TSAO HSUEH CHIN. Summarizes the book and looks at the history behind its publication. Argues that the book was written as a response to earlier Chinese literary and philosophical traditions. 9p., 11f., 5b.		$63

11600. CHINA: REFORMING POLITICS AND PREVENTING CHAOS. Argues that the absence of political reform in China now threatens not only to impinge on the success of economic reform, but also to disrupt the entire social order. Taking the perspective of a foreign adviser to the Chinese central government, this analysis makes recommendations on political reforms in China, taking into account the limitations and restrictions of Chinese culture and tradition. 12p., 32f., 20b.		$84

11595. DOING BUSINESS IN THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA: HOW CHINESE CULTURE SHAPES AND CONSTRAINS FOREIGN BUSINESS. Provides an overview of how Chinese culture influences business operations in China and looks at some of the underlying "cultural barriers" to American firm success in China. The role of personal connections in getting things done and the impact of culture on negotiating style are given special attention. Also considers cultural influences in the special problems of corruption, growing social unrest, and the absence of a legal structure. 18p., 38f., 35b.		$126