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12298. NAFTA: A PROGRESS REPORT.

Brief overview and assessment of the successes, impact, problems, and issues in the North American Free Trade Agreement two years after it implementation. Argues that the overall impact, while still too early to clearly measure, has been positive, and that apparent indications of the U.S. NAFTA-related trade losses are grossly overstated and related to the Mexican financial crisis. 7 pages, 29 footnotes, 15 bibliographic sources.

$49

12287. INVESTMENT, TRADE AND THE FUTURE: AMERICA AND JAPAN.

A careful dissection of economic basics in modern conditions, answering questions on the effects of Japan's greater R & D investment, and investment in general, than America. Covers the ins and outs of Hecksher-Ohlin theory, problems of statistics in modern era of globalization, strength of leading Japanese companies through recession of 1990-92, Japan's lead in investment in Asia, assessments of American investment performance, similarities of Japan and USA. Includes proof that investment in basic R & D creates jobs, and never doubts that higher investment now must lead to greater rewards in the long run. 10p., 11b., 17f.

$70

12159. OSHA REGULATIONS ON WORKER ILLNESS & INJURY PREVENTION: A CASE ANALYSIS OF THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY.

This paper presents an overview and analysis of current and proposed OSHA standards and guidelines on employee illness and injury prevention, with specific attention to its application in the hospitality (hotel and restaurant) industry. Following a brief overview of OSHA and its legal authority over worker safety and illness/injury prevention, the analysis examines the basic requirements of an employee illness and injury prevention program within the hospitality industry. In addition to examining the current requirements related to hazardous materials, worker safety issues, bloodborne pathogens, and other issues, the investigation also assesses the implications for the hospitality industry related to proposed standards on indoor air quality, ergonomics, and workplace violence. 11 pages, 34 footnotes, 21 bibliographic sources.

$77

12136. U.S. ANTITRUST LAW AND POLICY.

Examines the history, development, current status and future direction of U.S. antitrust law and policy. Following a review of the history and development of U.S. antitrust law, the analysis looks at the critical elements of current antitrust law and its practical application, considering the core elements of antitrust as encompassed in the Sherman, Clayton, and other Acts as well as mechanisms and procedures for antitrust enforcement and remedies. A concluding section examines recent trends and controversies, with a special focus on the ascendancy of the economic approach and the new emphasis on extraterritorial application of U.S. antitrust law. 19 pages, 79 footnotes, 18 bibliographic sources.

$133

12127. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY.

This paper investigates social responsibility (or the lack thereof) within the pharmaceutical industry, looking specifically at issues surrounding research and product development, pricing, and marketing. Concludes that the industry has met its social obligations (as defined by Friedman) of profit maximization, but has failed to meets its social responsibility to develop and market safe and effective products at a price which does not deprive major segments of the population from effective medical treatment. 10 pages, 36 footnotes, 22 bibliographic sources.

$70

12109. SMALL BUSINESS IN THE UNITED STATES.

This paper provides an overview and analysis of the small business and entrepreneurial sector in the U.S. Following a review of the general macroenvironment, the analysis looks at the status of the U.S. small business sector in terms of its history, development, government regulations, emerging trends and future outlook. 12 pages, 59 footnotes, 34 bibliographic sources.

$84

12023. DEVOLVING WELFARE: A BAD IDEA.

Provides an overview of the current movement to devolve control of welfare from the federal to the state level as part of the welfare reform movement. Makes the case that such devolution is contrary to both the public interest and the economic well-being of states. 6 pages, 33 footnotes, 26 bibliographic sources.

$42

12016. THE STOCK MARKET CRASH OF 1987.

Describes the history of the crash and seeks to determine why it didn't turn into another "Great Depression," as in the years following the 1929 crash. Discusses such factors as runaway speculation, panic selling, the split in the Chicago and New York markets, computerized trading, and the role of the Federal Reserve System. 20 pages, 64 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources.

$133

11985. SILICON VALLEY: AMERICA'S HIGH-TECH HEARTLAND.

Provides a history and analysis of the geographical concentration of technology-based firms in California's Silicon Valley. Identifies the major factors (inventions of specific technologies, proximity to Stanford University, venture capital funds, unique organizational characteristics, etc.) behind the long-term success of Silicon Valley industry. Assesses the region's current condition and future prospects. 14 pages, 29 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources.

$98

11982. ANTITRUST LAWS IN U.S. AND JAPAN.

Profiles and compares the status and scope of competition law in two countries--the United States and Japan. Following a brief review of socio-economic events following World War II leading to the widespread international proliferation of competition law, the paper presents an overview and analysis of competitions law in each country, reviewing history, basic law and its practical application and current trends. 30 pages, 128 footnotes, 29 bibliographic sources.

$133

11937. AN ECONOMIC OUTLOOK FOR THE U.S.

This paper assesses the debatable state of the U.S. Economy gauging a number of economic indicators. A short and long term stock market outlook is made as well as predictions for the retail industry. 12 pages, 17 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources.

$84

11932. THE U.S. SOCIAL SECURITY SYSTEM.

Examines key issues surrounding the Social Security system. Describes relevant demographic and economic factors. Examines a range of solutions to the system's insolvency. Considers political questions. 19 pages, 20 footnotes, 12 bibliographic sources.

$133

11847. U.S.-JAPANESE TRADE: A TROUBLESOME RELATIONSHIP.

Examines the problems in and prospects for U.S.-Japanese trade relations. Following an overview of the scope and importance of U.S.--Japanese trade and a summary of U.S. objections to Japanese trade policies, the analysis examines some of the underlying factors which have p promoted the persistent U.S.--Japanese trade deficit. 12 pages, 52 footnotes, 21 bibliographic sources.

$84

11840. MICROSOFT CORPORATION AND THE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE.

Examines the controversy surrounding Microsoft's bid to buy the Intuit Corporation, the Department of Justice's intervention against the Microsoft Network, and the limits to Microsoft's influence upon the Internet. KEYWORDS: microsoft antitrust doj intuit microsoft network. 10 pages, 11 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources.

$70

11831. THE PERSONAL COMPUTER SOFTWARE INDUSTRY.

This paper covers the history of the software industry, the rise of consumer-based sales, CD-ROM, the Internet, and the role of government regulation. The dominant role of the Microsoft Corporation is emphasized. 15 pages, 27 footnotes, 15 bibliographic sources.

$105

11827. CARGILL, INCORPORATED: FAMILY ASPECTS OF THE BUSINESS.

Discusses the history of this privately owned multinational commodity trading company. Closely analyzes the lineage of the company that has been successively bequeathed since the nineteenth century. 15 pages, 10 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source.

$105

11819. THE FUTURE OF THE U.S. BANKING INDUSTRY.

Takes a critical look at the future of the U.S. banking industry, based on the industry's history, current status, future prospects and challenges, and the likely industry responses to those challenges. Focuses on key trends in regulation, competition, technology and consumer demands as they affect the industry's future. 18 pages, 51 footnotes, 22 bibliographic sources.

$126

11818. INSTITUTIONAL INVESTORS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE.

Sophisticated investigation of the increasing future of institutional investment. Beginning with a background sociology of the history of institutional investment, this paper focuses upon the opinions expressed in the Regan-Hanson debate in describing methods of relationship investment, risks and rewards for investors and corporations, alternative models, and the changing role of boards and corporate governance. 25 pages, 30 footnotes, 18 bibliographic sources.

$133

11536. THE AUTOMOBILE INDUSTRY IN THE 1990S: THE RACE FOR THE GLOBAL MARKET.

Strong, clear summary of the recent history of the auto industry, from the historic decline of America's Big Three in the 1980s, through their re-learning and recovery by 1995, with brief surveys of major-maker competition in Japan, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Much emphasis on cost cutting strategies and tactics. 12 pages, 22 footnotes, 15 bibliographic sources.

$84

11533. STEVE JOBS, ENTREPRENEUR.

Analyzes Jobs' successes at Apple computer with respect to founding the company and producing the Apple II and the Macintosh. Demonstrates that although he was a better leader than a manager, he was indeed an entrepreneur. Identifies and discusses eight key entrepreneurial traits. 10 pages, 31 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources.

$70

11530. MICROSOFT, INC.: INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS AND STRATEGY.

An overview and analysis of the computer software giant's international operations (Europe, Asia) and its global strategy of expansion and market dominance. 12 pages, 48 footnotes, 35 bibliographic sources.

$84

11518. LIFETIME EMPLOYMENT: NOT A GOOD MODEL FOR THE U.S.

Looks at the merits and drawbacks of the Japanese "lifetime employment" model and considers its applicability within the U.S. business environment. Rejects the model for the U.S., but urges U.S. businesses to develop a new employee-employer contract to replace what was in reality for many firms an implied lifetime contract prior to the downsizing of the 1990s. 8 pages, 29 footnotes, 22 bibliographic sources.

$56

11515. DOES ADVERTISING EXPLOIT CONSUMERS?

Argues that advertising does in fact exploit consumers, but not always in ways that consumers believe or expect. Debunks the myth of exploitation through subliminal advertising and suggests that real exploitation occurs through a careful combination of targeting to vulnerable consumer groups and construction of emotion-invoking appeals. 5 pages, 11 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources.

$35

11510. MANAGING CHANGE AT GENERAL ELECTRIC.

Describes, analyzes and assesses the outcome of GE's corporate change program implemented by CEO Jack Welch in 1981 and continued through the mid-1990s. Profiles the "pre-change" culture, organizational structure and strategy; considers the goals and procedures for change (including downsizing, employee empowerment and organizational restructuring); assesses the outcome. Faults GE for its failure to change its business ethics and for its delay in empowering employees and implementing true organization-wide change. 19 pages, 56 footnotes, 37 bibliographic sources.

$133

11378. INEQUALITY IN THE ECONOMY: CAUSES AND EFFECTS.

Cites figures on growing income inequality and examines work productivity, education, and the shift to services among the possible causes. 6 pages, 21 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources.

$42

11358. STOCK MARKET CRASHES AND FINANCIAL CRISES.

Argues that even though the 1987 crash did not provoke a financial crisis, such crashes could easily do so. Looks at the globalization of markets and considers the probable repercussions of a major crash. 6 pages, 12 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources.

$42

11319A. U.S. FOREIGN TRADE, 1989-1994: EUROPE AND THE PACIFIC RIM.

Profiles trends in U.S. trade in goods and services and in U.S. foreign direct investment with the European union (defined as the EC membership as of 1992) on the one hand and the Pacific basin (defined as Japan, ASRAN, Taiwan, Korea, and the People's Republic of China) on the other hand from 1989 to 1994. Argues that U.S. trade is increasingly concentrated in developing Asian nations. 12 pages, 42 footnotes, 37 bibliographic sources.

$84

11304. SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS AND FAILURE.

An investigation of the critical factors involved in the success and failure of small business, focusing on small business in the U.S. and the U.K. Considers the relative contribution of factors in the external environment- general economy, market trends, demographics, technology, availability of capital government policy- as well as the internal environment- business knowledge and experience, financial status, competition, organizational structure- to the business failure or success. 24 pages, 104 footnotes, 77 bibliographic sources.

$133

11275. THE IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGY ON LABOR.

This investigation addresses the impact of technology on work organization and labor practices in terms of the composition of the work force and the structure of job opportunities; the skill levels of the world force; the productivity of the organization; the conditions of work and/or the way work is done; the structure of the corporation; and union-management relations. KEYWORDS: technololgy job structure work organization. 15 pages, 36 footnotes, 24 bibliographic sources.

$105

11197. U.S. PULP & PAPER TRADE POLICIES: ENVIRONMENTALISM VS. COMPETITIVENESS.

Examines the industry's current situation, esp. with respect to exports and spending levels required for pollution control, and how government regulation has affected the industry's competitive position. The bulk of this paper consists of a review of the major organizations and associations (both industry groups and public interest groups) that are involved with the industry, and their goals, major figures, and histories. 8 pages, 21 footnotes, 23 bibliographic sources.

$56

11194. THE STOCK MARKET CRASHES OF 1929 AND 1987 COMPARED.

Compares why these stock market crashed and argues that the economic fundamentals that caused 1929 did not cause 1987, which was rather the result of changes in corporate capital structures, program trading, and electronic transfers. Analyzes the economic and political scenes of these eras; the role of institutions (banks, mutual funds, pension funds, etc.); various economic theories, how the crashes proceeded; their aftermaths; why 1929 led to the Depression; why 1987 did not. 25 pages, 107 footnotes, 64 bibliographic sources.

$133

11185. "U.S. TRADE DEFICITS AND INTERNATIONAL COMPETITIVENESS" BY R.T. PARRY.

Review of article on macroeconomic factors that shape U. S. trade deficit. Article is exposed as an attempt to shift blame for America's trade deficit to U.S. failures rather than the fact that Japan and U.S. approach trade differently. 6 pages, 4 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source.

$42

11177. FCC REGULATIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS MEGA-MERGERS.

Proposes that the difficulties of getting started on the information superhighway are being made clear by the failure of these mergers and that the companies see this as a means of alerting the FCC to the need for sweeping change in regulations. 6 pages, 13 footnotes, 12 bibliographic sources.

$42

11170. IS BIG BUSINESS BECOMING ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE?

Holds that environmentalism is being corrupted by corporations' use of environmental concerns for their own ends- marketing themselves as being concerned about one area while continuing to endanger other parts of the environment and using "green" status as a platform to dismiss environmentalist concerns that work against their own interests. 6 pages, 13 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources.

$42

11028. BUSINESS-GOVERNMENT RELATIONS.

This paper considers the three major models of business-government relations as they gave evolved during the past century. The adversarial, partnership and pragmatic models of business-government relations are described and compared. To better comprehend the differences between these models. we will identify and discuss two business lobbies which seem to practice one or more of these models. The concluding section of the paper considers the "ideal" relationship between business and government. 9 pages, 6 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source.

$63

10697. ARTICLE REVIEW: "TRAINING PROGRAMS ALONE CAN'T PRODUCE $20 AN HOUR WORKERS."

A review of economic analyst Robert Kuttner's 1993 Business Week article criticizing Clinton's economic reform plan. Concludes that the article has valid criticisms but fails to answer them. The conclusion offers a starting point to address the problems raised. 4 pages, 0 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source.

$28

10687. SUPERSTORES: CURSE OR BLESSING?

An argument that superstores, through efficiency and the lower prices they offer, are beneficial to consumers and to the economy. The various types of superstores, such as supercenters and hypermarkets, are briefly examined. The argument that superstores necessarily ruin small businesses is refuted. 10 pages, 31 footnotes, 23 bibliographic sources.

$70

10639. AMERICAN COMPETIVENESS 1982-1992.

Looks at the merchandise trade deficit, dollar devaluation, and industrial productivity as signs of U.S. competitiveness. Concludes that American competitiveness has not greatly improved over the decade. 6 pages, 14 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources.

$42

10638. THE U.S. COMPETITIVE POSITION IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE.

A detailed analysis of the U.S. economy suggests that though traditional centers of business activity lag behind foreign competition, the U.S. is still competitive in the high growth areas of the world market (primarily the service and high-tech sectors). Education and free trade are discussed as methods of increasing U.S. competitiveness. 6 pages, 21 footnotes, 20 bibliographic sources. (+1 chart)

$42

10633. JAPANESE INVESTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES: OPTIONS FOR THE FUTURE.

Well researched and documented paper which argues that the U.S. should welcome foreign investment. 10 pages, 21 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources.

$70

10504. A REVIEW OF DAY OF RECKONING BY BENJAMIN M. FRIEDMAN.

Review and summary of Friedman's analysis of contemporary economic problems facing the United States in wake of the Reagan years. Discusses savings rates and money supply, the deficit, industrial shifts to new sectors, and tax rates. 8 pages, 29 footnotes, 1 bibliographic source.

$56

10476. NAFTA: THE NORTH AMERICAN FREE TRADE AGREEMENT.

An overview and analysis of NAFTA, describing its main components and key provisions (including a focus on rules of origin, intellectual property rights and specific sectoral provisions). Two major issues (labor effects and environmental effects) in the NAFTA controversy are discussed and analyzed in terms of the benefits and risks to the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. 16 pages, 48 footnotes in text, 34 bibliographic sources.

$112

10466. THE U.S. PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY AND OLIGOPOLY.

Argues that while the domestic ethical (prescription) drug industry is an oligopoly, this has largely been the result of patent protection and FDA regulation. Examines concentration ratios, history of industry, economies of scale, price fixing, product life cycles, R&D costs and trends, effects of early 1960s Kefauver hearings and subsequent regulation and its eventual reform in the 1980s, how R&D has moved overseas, role of advertising & promotion, legal risks (lawsuits, etc.), patent protection, competition from generic and counterfeit drugs, conclusions. 27p., 117f, 40b.

$133

10458. LEVERAGED BUYOUTS (LBOS).

Examines the LBO boom of the 1980s; its extent; how LBOs are consummated; their rationale; the dangers of debt. Addresses the issues of whether the prices paid were realistic and how the firms that were bought carried their debt. Focuses on the LBOs of Federated Dep't. Stores and Beatrice, especially the RJR Nabisco LBO. Discusses how some firms managed to free themselves from their debt loads & some did not. 15 pages, 56 footnotes, 30 bibliographic sources.

$105

10410. AMERICA AND JAPAN AS ECONOMIC MODELS.

Compares America as a model of economic liberalism and Japan as a model of economic nationalism; problems of protectionism and national industrial policy are noted and points of resemblance in the two countries are found. 5 pages, 6 footnotes, 4 bibliographic sources.

$35

10410. AMERICA AND JAPAN AS ECONOMIC MODELS.

$35

10408. "EXCELLENCE"-ANATOMY OF A FAD.

A review of In Search of Excellence: Lessons from America's Best-Run Companies; a book which identifies 8 distinguishing characteristics in several outstanding companies. The review discusses the author's underlying premise that successful companies utilize their workers' conflicting desires for freedom and group identity. Ultimately the book is placed in the context of the early eighties and is seen to be more of a fad than an objective analysis. 11 pages, 7 footnotes, 3 bibliographic sources.

$77

10391. AMERICA'S TRADE DEFICIT.

The size and direction of America's merchandise trade deficit are analyzed in this paper; problems with Japan's exports of cars and consumer electronics to the U.S. are noted, and regional trade imbalances are discussed. 11 pages, 12 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources.

$77

10386. AMERICA'S INDUSTRIAL COMPETITIVENESS: PROBLEMS AND REMEDIES.

Explores the causes of declining American industrial competitiveness and identifies its key factors. Presents a program for improving competitiveness by focusing on employee education, training and empowerment. 10 pages, 12 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources.

$70

10340. THE IMPACT OF MILITARY SPENDING ON ECONOMIC GROWTH: A STATISTICAL STUDY.

Examines the relationship between military expenditures and economic growth, hypothesizing a negative correlation between military expenditures and economic growth as represented by GNP. Regression analysis supports the hypothesis and lends credence to the depletion school paradigm which states that growing defense spending diverts manpower, capital and technology from the private sector. 10 pages, 13 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources.s. Includes a 6-page appendix with charts and graphs.

$70

10336. COSTS OF WATER POLLUTION CONTROL IN THE PULP AND PAPER INDUSTRY.

A detailed analysis of the industry's expenditures in this area, with a table of actual figures, showing recent trends in the U.S. and Canada. With a regression analysis showing how these expenditures reduce spending on capital equipment. Effects of imports and exports. 12 pages, 35 footnotes, 18 bibliographic sources.

$84

10328. EMPLOYEE ATTITUDES TOWARDS UNIONS.

This paper provides an overview of contemporary employee attitudes towards unions. It examines models of union commitment and the factors involved in employee union commitment, with attention to the relationship between membership decline and union commitment. The paper then explores possible factors involved in changing union composition, addressing the impact of quality of work life programs, considering the observed negative relationship between union membership and job satisfaction, and the influence of employer anti-union campaigns. Finally, the investigation examines the growth of association-type labor organizations and looks at how employee attitudes towards these relative new labor organizations differ from employee attitudes towards traditional unions with collective bargaining powers. 12 pages, 21 footnotes, 17 bibliographic sources.

$84

10327. EXECUTIVE PAY: AN INTERNATIONAL COMPARISON.

This paper analyzes the current executive pay controversy within a comparative framework. The analysis begins with an examination of the scope and extent of CEO pay differentials in the U.S., Japan and the EEC and a review of industrialized nations' executive compensation trends. The extent to which corporations within any industrialized nation compensate CEOs based on performance is considered. The next section examines some of the effects of CEO overpayment and considers some of the reasons why American CEOs are paid more than their foreign counterparts. The concluding section considers the need for reform and looks at specific proposals for reform in executive pay within the United States. 13 pages, 47 footnotes, 27 bibliographic sources.

$91

10314. ECONOMIC IMPACTS OF ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATION.

Effects of pollution control spending on business. Effects on competition; marginal costs and revenues; price elasticity; supply and demand; costs of paying fines versus polluting. 12 pages, 19 footnotes, 12 bibliographic sources.

$84

10290. A NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL POLICY FOR THE U.S.

Following consideration of the arguments for and against the adoption of a national industrial policy as well as a discussion of existing government-industry relations as compared to those in other more competitive nations such as Japan, this paper offers a proposal for a focused national industrial policy involving a coordinated effort between government, industry and academia and focusing on applied technology research and development. 12 pages, 32 footnotes, 21 bibliographic sources.

$84

10258. AIRLINE SAFETY AND DEREGULATION.

The impact of the 1978 U.S. deregulation of commercial airline fares and routes on air safety is considered; issues of aging fleets, maintenance standards, safety technology, and anti-terrorist security are reviewed. Statistical evidence showing steady improvements in air safety and no increase in accident or fatalities since 1978 are presented. 25 pages, 59 footnotes, 27 bibliographic sources.

$133

10257. RAIL TRANSPORTATION POLICY IN JAPAN AND THE UNITED STATES.

Examines the different approaches Japan and the U.S. have followed in shaping transportation policy during the past generation, emphasizing their different approaches to railroad passenger operations. Argues that the Japanese approach has succeeded by focusing comprehensive national planning on practical goals while the American approach has failed because of its emphasis on ideology above outcomes. 20 pages, 13 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources.

$133

10252. ELECTRIC UTILITIES: AN INDUSTRY IN CRISIS FACES NEW CHALLENGES IN ITS OPERATING ENVIRONMENT.

An engaging, thorough analysis of the major changes in electric utilities' operating environment since the 1970s. Assesses the major factors, including the 1973 Arab Oil embargo, inflation, declines in electric demand, new environmental concerns and the 1978 Three Mile Island incident, responsible for transforming the industry and eroding the utilities position as a natural monopoly. Focuses extensively on the rationale behind and the industry effects of regulatory reforms in the industry. Considers the implications and likely effects of proposed new environmental regulations, such as HR 303 (acid rain legislation). The concluding section speculates on the future of the industry, with particular attention to what electric utilities can do to improve their profitability picture. 39 pages, 98 footnotes, 51 bibliographic sources.

$133

10072. THE LEGACY OF THE REAGAN ADMINISTRATION: DEREGULATION.

Provides background and an overview analysis of the Reagan Administration's broad-sweeping deregulation policies. Argues that in many cases, regulatory reforms were ill-conceived and poorly executed. Cites examples from the airline and S&L industries and discusses how deregulation impacted federal environmental policies. 6 pages, 9 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources.

$42

10068. AIRLINE DEREGULATION AND THE LEGACY OF THE REAGAN ADMINISTRATION.

Taking airline deregulation as a case in point, this paper examines the extent to which deregulation has in fact served the public interest. After reviewing the rationale for and history of regulation and examining the major criticisims of regulation and their concomittant economic theories of deregulation, the paper examines the effects of deregulation on the airline industry through the two-term Reagan administration. Deregulation's effects on industry competitiveness, air fares (pricing), labor relations, customer service, air traffic safety and industry capacity are specifically addressed and analyzed. It is the central contention of this paper that Reagan mismanaged the basically sound program of airline regulatory reform put in place during the Carter Administration. 16 pages, 29 footnotes in text, 19 bibliographic sources.

$112

10066. IMPACT OF CLAYTON ANTI-TRUST ACT MODIFICATIONS.

Discusses changes in Act regarding anti-trust policy, price discrimination, monopolies, directorships. Influences of multinationals described. 5 pages, 7 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.

$35

10060. NO FAULT AUTO INSURANCE.

The investigation presents a comprehensive analysis of the no-fault sytem. Its history, purpose and compostion is discussed and compared with the traditional tort/liability system of auto insurance. The evidence of no-fault's effectiveness and the barriers to its implementation are considered. The conclusion offers recommendations on the implementation of a comprehensive, national no-fault system. 21 pages, 36 footnotes, 24 bibliographic sources.

$133

10059. COMPUTER AIDED MANUFACTURING AND ROBOTICS IN U.S. INDUSTRY.

An investigation which traces the history, development, application and future of computer-aided manufacturing. Following a review of CAM (computer aided manufacturing), the analysis traces some of the problems U.S. manufacturers have had in justifying investment and implementing the technology. The robotics industry is examined as a case in point. The state of the industry in the U.S. versus Japan is considered in depth. Concludes with a closer look at the future of computer assisted manufacturing. 21 pages, 42 footnotes, 27 bibliographic sources.

$133

10057. ETHICS, LABOR RELATIONS AND ENTREPRENEURISM AT CHRYSLER CORP.

A case analysis of three problems which have faced Chrysler over the past few years and which illustrate the corporations' underlying culture and management imperatives: 1) the 1987 odometer scandal; 2) labor relations and the conflict between highly-paid managers and union workers being asked to make big contract concessions; and 3) the difficulty of encouraging entrepreneurial spirit in a large corporation which manufactures large, expensive products. 12 pages, 30 footnotes, 26 bibliographic sources.

$84

10055. EXXON CORP.: MANAGEMENT, SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND HUMAN RELATIONS.

Examines some of the key indicators of Exxon's internal operations: management ethics and social responsibility, motivation, leadership, communication, group interaction, entrepreneurship, and quality of work life. Uses the company's response to the Valdez oil disaster as a primary indicator of Exxon's strengths and weaknesses in these areas. Concludes that Exxon's stated policies on social responsibility do not square with its actual performance. A new communications program -- encompassing both internal and external areas -- is strongly recommended. 10 pages, 31 footnotes, 23 bibliographic sources.

$70

10029. FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT AND PRIVATIZATION IN NEW ZEALAND.

A look at the factors affecting prospects for foreign direct investment in New Zealand: economic deregulation, privatization, and areas of competition are considered, and the sluggish New Zealand economy assessed. 10 pages, 18 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources.

$70

09966. THE ECONOMIC TRENDS OF THE 1990S: THE ROLE OF GOVERNMENT.

A case focus study of government role the modern global economy. Focuses on the continuing transfer of American-developed advanced technology overseas, especially to Asian countries. 8 pages, 16 footnotes, 4 bibliographic sources.

$56

09965. THE RISE OF AMERICA'S GREAT BUSINESS MOGULS.

A review and analysis of Josephson's "The Robber Barons" and Livesay's "Andrew Carnegie and the Rise of Big Business." 6 pages, 11 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources.

$42

09963. JAPANESE INVESTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.

An overview of Japanese investment in the U.S. over the past decade. Considers Japanese investment by ranking and sector, precipitating factors behind the recent boom in investment, difficulties created in the U.S. market and economy by the investment, and the prospects for future Japanese investment in the U.S. 12 pages, 16 footnotes, 15 bibliographic sources.

$84

09962. TRADE ISSUES: JAPAN AND THE UNITED STATES.

A discussion and analysis of the major trade issues in dispute between the U.S. and Japan, including trade tariffs, restrictions on foreign investment, technology transfer, and legal and cultural difficulties encountered by Americans doing business in Japan. 5 pages, 12 foonotes in text, 8 bibliographic sources.

$35

09961. THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM.

A comprehensive review of the U.S.' central bank. Reviews its history and structure as well as its functions and operations. Analyzes some of the recent problems and policies within the system, including deregulation and Third World debt. 23p. 29f. --b.

$133

09961. THE FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM.

23p. 29f. --b. See Section 7A.

$133

09958. THE POST WORLD WAR II BUSINESS CYCLES.

12 pages, 20 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources. See Section 7A.

$84

09958. THE POST WORLD WAR II BUSINESS CYCLES.

Analyzes economic factors and government actions in response to cycles of recession and inflationary expansion since World War II. Provides a detailed analysis of the 1949-53 recession-inflationary cycle; the long boom of the 1960s, the "stagflation" of the 1970s, and the deficits and downturns of the 1980s. 12 pages, 20 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources.

$84

09946. THE PETROLEUM INDUSTRY.

Overview and analysis of the petroleum industry in the 1980s. Traces changes in profit sector focus, foreign operations, financial trends, and competitive rankings. OPEC and environmental regulation are seen as the key environmental factors in the industry's recent past and near future. 19 pages, 46 footnotes in text, 30 bibliographic sources.

$133

09942. THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PRODUCT PACKAGING AND TRANSPORTATION COSTS.

Overview and analysis of the constraints and requirements on product packaging arising from transportation/shipping needs and objectives. Reviews packaging standards, durability, and cost of transportation. 5 pages, 6 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources.

$35

09941. ECONOMIC TRENDS OF THE 1990'S.

Critical review and analysis of an article in Management Review which argues that the pivotal trends of the 1990s will be the internationalization of corporations, the globalization of financial markets, and the growing reliance on workforce talent. The analysis draws upon related literature in marketing, management, economics and education to argue that America's position in the future global market is precarious at best. 8 pages, 27 footnotes, 12 bibliographic sources.

$56

09937. HOW U.S. COMPANIES CAN PROFIT FROM PACIFIC RIM TRADE WITH JAPAN.

Strategies for U.S. participation in the booming Pacific Rim trade market in the 1990s are outlined; branch offices and affiliates, aggressive pay scales, and specialization are suggested. 5 pages, 8 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources.

$35

09922. DO INFORMED CONSUMERS MAKE BETTER DECISIONS?

Looks at literature in consumer research to determine how (and if) consumers benefit from product and/or service information. Describes some of the major barriers to consumers' use of information, including consumer motivations, point of reference, availability and quality of information, quantity of information, and consumer information processing limitations. 7 pages, 15 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources.

$49

09914. THE COST OF BUSINESS ETHICS.

Considers what can be done to promote ethical behavior and socially responsible action in business. Argues that in order for ethical behavior to become a reality in the business enviornment, the self-interests of the corporation must be reconciled with the well being of society. 10 pages, 26 footnotes, 24 bibliographic sources.

$70

09910. FOUR TRADITIONS IN BUSINESS ETHICS.

Examines the many aspects of business ethics from the standpoint of the four major ethical traditions -- Judeo-Christian, modern political compromise, Aristotelean "prudence" and Eastern or Confucian ethics. Problems of ethics in the organization, situational ethics, and ethical realism are analyzed. 15 pages, 26 footnotes, 16 bibliographic sources.

$105

09842. THE FEDERAL INCOME TAX.

A brief look at the history and dedvelopment of the federal income tax, with a focus on the 1981 and 1986 tax codes and their changes in rates, brackets, deductions and exemptions. 5 pages, 16 footnotes in text, 5 bibliographic sources.

$35

09835. THE U.S. SAVINGS AND LOAN INDUSTRY CRISIS.

Analyzes the key precipitating events to the S & L crisis, arguing that they provide the background to a useful case study of how accountability in administration at the federal level needs to be improved if disasters like the S & L debacle are to be avoided in the future. 5 pages, 8 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.

$35

09788. PUBLIC SECTOR MANAGEMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT OF FISCAL SCARCITY.

Considers various strategies government can use to operate effectively under conditions of organizational scarcity. Proposals discussed include pay-as-you-go, privatization, deference of operating expenditures and the postponement of capital investment. 10 pages, 13 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources.

$70

09769. REVITALIZING AMERICA'S INNER CITY NEIGHBORHOODS.

Considers whether poor urban neighborhoods can be revitalized without undergoing gentrification: privatization of public housing stocks, tenant management schemes, and low-income housing subsidy programs are reviewed. 11 pages, 13 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources.

$77

09751. THE DETERIORATION OF U.S. PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE.

Considers the problem of deteriorating roads, bridges, public buildings and other facilities (using the quakes in San Francisco as a basis). The extent of the problem and the financial and political complexities of correcting the problem are considered in detail. 10 pages, 19 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources.

$70

09749. THE IMPACT OF THE 1974 AND 1985 CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET REFORM.

Considers the impact of the 1974 Congressional Budget and Impoundment Act and the 1985 Gramm-Rudman-Hollings Act on the manner in which Congress and the President conduct the budgetary process. The pre-reform budget process, the major provisions of the 1974 and 1985 reforms, and the fiscal impact of the reforms. 10p. 16. 10b.

$70

09744. THE PRIVATIZATION MOVEMENT: SHRINKING.

Analyzes the recent movement to reduce government through divestiture of government properties, privatization of services, deregulation, and tax reduction. Advantages and disadvantages for government, the private sector, and the public at large are noted. 10 pages, 11 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources. See Section 7A.

$70

09719. MINIMUM WAGE AND UNEMPLOYMENT.

Traces the theoretical relationship between minimum wage rates and unemployment. Presents the economic, social and political arguments (supported with empirical evidence) for and against recent proposal to increase the minimum wage. 10 pages, 36 footnotes, 28 bibliographic sources.

$70

09718. QUALITY CONTROL IN THE AIRLINE INDUSTRY: CONTINENTAL'S IMPOSSIBLE DREAM.

An overview of quality of service problems in the U.S. airline industry, with a focus on poor-performer Continental Airlines. Considers appropriate measures of quality performance in the industry and statistics of performance for the industry in general. Continental's quality problems are portrayed and analyzed in detail. A link is made between Continental's poor record, its adherence to a price-slashing marketing strategy, and the low morale among company employees. 15 pages, 37 footnotes in text, 30 bibiographic sources.

$105

09714. EUROPE 1992: IMPLICATIONS FOR U.S. FIRMS.

Studies the impact of Europe 1992 on the U.S. economy in general and on American firms in particular. Following a brief review of the components of Europe's program for a single market, the investigation takes the perspective of risks and opportunities analysis. 10 pages, 20 footnotes, 16 bibliographic sources.

$70

09712. HOLDING COMPANIES: THEIR STRUCTURE AND MANAGEMENT.

This paper provides a comprehensive overview of holding company structure and management since the passage of the 1935 Public Utility Holding Company Act. Describes holding company history, objectives, management principles and practices. KEYWORDS: holding company laws public utility holding company act. 11 pages, 24 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources.

$77

09708. THE INFORMATION MARKET AND THE CASE FOR REGULATION.

Examines the history and current status of the information market (e.g., credit bureaus, medical information bureaus, etc.). Makes the case that based on privacy rights, issues of fairness, inadequacies in existing regulations, and widespread inaccuracies in the operations of these data bases, the government should regulate the information industry. 10 pages, 26 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources.

$70

09699. FEDERAL BUDGET DEFICITS: CAUSES AND CORRECTIONS.

Considers in turn the causes driving the recurring annual budget deficits since the 1960s, the shortcomings and merits of Gramm-Rudman-Hollings, and the arguments for and against a constitutional amendment prescribing that total government expenditures not exceed annual receipts in the projected fiscal year. 10 pages, 11 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources.

$70

09698. PRODUCTIVITY IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR.

A look at some of the efforts taken to improve productivity within public sector organizations. Discusses the impetus behind such efforts, the problems inherent in managing productivity in the public sector, programs in-place, and some of the conditions for successful program implementation. 11 pages, 11 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources.

$77

09695. THE FUTURE OF PILOT UNIONS.

An analysis and assessment of the future of commercial pilot unions (ALPA and Allied). Following a brief historical overview, considers the "critical factors" in the unions' future: political climate, deregulation, anti-unionism, management's cost-cutting tactics, and inter-union rivalry within the industry. 14 pages, 47 footnotes, 41 bibliographic sources.

$98

09691. REGULATION VERSUS DEREGULATION.

Considers the arguments for and against government regulation of industry in light of the recent deregulation fervor. Economic, administrative, and public interest issues are considered. 10 pages, 12 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.

$70

09675. THE DALKON SHIELD SCANDAL: A CASE STUDY IN CORPORATE IRRESPONSIBILITY.

Reviews and analyzes the facts of the Dalkon Shield product liability case against A.H. Robins. Considers Robins' motivation in marketing the product, and its tactics in defending against the liability charges. 10 pages, 26 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources.

$70

09674. JAPANESE AND AMERICAN MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES.

10 pages, 14 footnotes, 8 bibliographic sources. See Section 25C.

$70

09668. AMERICAN FIRMS AND EUROPE 1992.

An analysis which discusses the risks and benefits for American firms as well as their respective strategies for meeting the challenges. Assesses the risks to American subsidiaries, the risks to American exporters, and takes a look at the potential macroeconomic effects of the European economic unification. 9 pages, 16 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources.

$63

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