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A Study Of The Stock Market Crash Of October 1987, Jonathan D. Rudman

Theses and Dissertations

This study examines the situation surrounding the stock market crash of 1987. The research was conducted in current literature and government reports. The goal of the study is to provide a background on the operations of the stock markets, examine factors leading to and contributing to the crash of 1987, and compare the crash of 1987 to the crash of 1929 in order to provide possible insight to weaknesses in the market system.

The conclusions support specific recommendations that are designed to correct market inefficiencies. These recommendations include increasing margin requirements on index futures, monitoring the performance of specialists, and …

Determining The Word Processing Software To Meet The Needs Of The Business User, Bernice B. Nelson

Theses and Dissertations

Computerized word processing with computer software packages is common throughout industry today. However, selection of the appropriate software is a complicated procedure and requires a careful examination and comparison of the complexity of the software (features available) with the ease of learning to use the software. With the wide variety of products that run on IBM PC's and the IBM compatibles, it is possible that the business manager can find one that adequately fills both needs. When selecting an appropriate word processing software package, one must first determine how the product will be used so that the purchaser can weigh …

The Tax Reform Act Of 1986: Its Effect Business And Individuals, Kelly R. Green

Theses and Dissertations

The Tax Reform Act of 1986 represents the m::>st massive revision in the history of tax law. It provides for major reductions corporations. in the top tax rate for both individuals and The individual top rate for 1988 will be the lowest since 1931. The tax burden on corporations has become stiffer after being relaxed for 20 years. In addition, the Act repeals or limits many of the tax credits and deductions that encourage certain kinds of investment, particularly those that taxpayers use to avoid paying taxes. The new tax code no longer uses steeply progressive tax rates, and …

Cost Control And Pricing Methods For The Small Business, Mikel S. Brantley

Theses and Dissertations

An important part of the American dream is the ability to start and own a business. Hundreds of thousands of new firms are started each year. Small business is the heart of the American economic system and essential to its overall well-being. The failure rate of small businesses, however, is a major concern to businessmen and government at all levels. It causes economic losses to both individuals and taxpayers through increased business loan rates and the costs of bankruptcy filings. A lack of management education is often cited as a direct cause for business failures. Chief among management problems is …

Patco Strike: A New Beginning For Labor Relations, Michael H. Grine

Theses and Dissertations

While the actual events of the Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization (PATCO) strike against the federal government have faded into history, the results of the strike will live forever in the new management/labor relationship that exists, not only in the federal government, but all levels of government and civilian enterprise. The results of the disastrous failure of the strike destroyed thousands of careers and left all levels of organized labor to foresee their now limited options available for negotiations with management.

This independent study will attempt to inform the reader of the causes of the PATCO disaster and the miscalculations …

Gainsharing, Terry A. Bach

Theses and Dissertations

Many companies are implementing gainsharing plans to help reve1:se the declining productivity in the United States. This study examines the recent u9swing in companies adopting these plans. It describes the six most common gainsharing plans in use today and discusses what is necessary in order for an organization to enhance its chances for a successful plan. Details of the various roles involved in implementing and controlling a plan are presented. The specific roles include those of the supervisors, managers, and the unions.

The results from three surveys are shown that indicate how the companies receive the gainsharing concept and how …