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Possible Solutions To The Rhode Island State Government’S Unfunded Pension Liability, Derek Blunt Apr 2010

Possible Solutions To The Rhode Island State Government’S Unfunded Pension Liability, Derek Blunt

Honors Projects in Finance

This paper examines the possible causes of the nationwide unfunded public pension liability problem in the U.S., and what solutions are being proposed to combat the issue. After examining the general problems associated with multiple states’ pension systems, a specific analysis of the Rhode Island public pension system will be conducted. Through this investigation, the factors that led to the crisis in Rhode Island will be unveiled, and possible solutions to the state-specific problem will be developed. In order to arrive at a set of final recommendations for the government, a model will be used to evaluate the effects of …


Non-Profit Organizations In A Down Economy: The Financial Performance Of Higher Education Institutions In The New England Area, Yuanjun Li Apr 2010

Non-Profit Organizations In A Down Economy: The Financial Performance Of Higher Education Institutions In The New England Area, Yuanjun Li

Honors Projects in Finance

An economic recession affects an entire economy, including the non-profit sector. The impact could result from changes in government support, a decrease in donations, investment income, service fees or a combination. Many private universities and colleges, which rely on tuition and endowment, have been affected by a dip in enrollments, while their endowments shrink because of the recession and declining stock values. This study will examine how an economic recession can affect non-profit organizations, focusing on private, four-year higher education institutions in New England. Different types and sizes of schools will be affected differently. Since the large, well-known schools have …


The Archway Investment Fund Semi Annual Report, December 2009, Bryant University, Archway Investment Fund Dec 2009

The Archway Investment Fund Semi Annual Report, December 2009, Bryant University, Archway Investment Fund

Archway Investment Fund

No abstract provided.


The Archway Investment Fund Semi Annual Report, April 2009, Bryant University, Archway Investment Fund Apr 2009

The Archway Investment Fund Semi Annual Report, April 2009, Bryant University, Archway Investment Fund

Archway Investment Fund

No abstract provided.


The Impact Of The Summer Olympics On Its Host City: The Costs Outweigh The Tangible Benefits, Steven Rosenblum Apr 2009

The Impact Of The Summer Olympics On Its Host City: The Costs Outweigh The Tangible Benefits, Steven Rosenblum

Honors Projects in History and Social Sciences

In the eyes of a host city, the reason to host the Summer Olympic Games has evolved from shining glory on athletic feats to receiving the perceived benefits from the opportunity. In the current times, there are a record number of Olympic events generating a demand for the construction of a larger amount of Games facilities than ever before. However, nations still vie for the winning bid to host the Olympics in one of their cities. This paper seeks to show that the costs of hosting the Games outweigh its tangible benefits. In detail, it will look at the financial, …


Performance Of Major League Baseball Players During Their “Free Agency” Season, Evan Konstantatos Apr 2009

Performance Of Major League Baseball Players During Their “Free Agency” Season, Evan Konstantatos

Honors Projects in Finance

Do pro athletes try harder and perform better during their free agency year? Each year this question is asked in many professional sports. The purpose and objective of this project is to discover whether Major League Baseball players actually have better statistics during their free agency year. The result will add creditability to one side of the issue at hand. Data collected consists of offensive statistics in the year prior to their free agency year, their free agency year itself and the year after their free agency season. A simple paired T-test was applied for six major offensive categories: HR/AB, …


Measuring Effectiveness Of Quantitative Equity Portfolio Management Methods, Andrew J. Mesale Dec 2008

Measuring Effectiveness Of Quantitative Equity Portfolio Management Methods, Andrew J. Mesale

Honors Projects in Finance

In this paper, I use quantitative computer models to measure the effectiveness of Quantitative Equity Portfolio Management in predicting future stock returns using commonly accepted industry valuation factors. Industry knowledge and practices are first examined in order to determine strengths and weaknesses, as well as to build a foundation for the modeling. In order to assess the accuracy of the model and its inherent concepts, I employ up to ten years of historical data for a sample of stocks. The analysis examines the historical data to determine if there is any correlation between returns and the valuation factors. Results suggest …


The Archway Investment Fund Semi Annual Report, December 2008, Bryant University, Archway Investment Fund Dec 2008

The Archway Investment Fund Semi Annual Report, December 2008, Bryant University, Archway Investment Fund

Archway Investment Fund

No abstract provided.


The Archway Investment Fund Semi Annual Report, May 2008, Bryant University, Archway Investment Fund May 2008

The Archway Investment Fund Semi Annual Report, May 2008, Bryant University, Archway Investment Fund

Archway Investment Fund

No abstract provided.


The Archway Investment Fund Semi Annual Report, December 2007, Bryant University, Archway Investment Fund Dec 2007

The Archway Investment Fund Semi Annual Report, December 2007, Bryant University, Archway Investment Fund

Archway Investment Fund

No abstract provided.


The Archway Investment Fund Semi Annual Report, May 2007, Bryant University, Archway Investment Fund May 2007

The Archway Investment Fund Semi Annual Report, May 2007, Bryant University, Archway Investment Fund

Archway Investment Fund

No abstract provided.


The Archway Investment Fund Semi Annual Report, Spring 2006, Bryant University, Archway Investment Fund May 2006

The Archway Investment Fund Semi Annual Report, Spring 2006, Bryant University, Archway Investment Fund

Archway Investment Fund

No abstract provided.