The Difference Between a Research Proposal and a Final Research Report.

1) Discuss the difference between a research proposal and a final research report.

2) Discuss the perceptions of the research “misconceptions” (what research is and is not).

3). Explain your perceptions of the difference between theoretical and administrative research.

4) Discuss what is good versus poor research topics. What does it mean that the topic be administrative in nature? Why is it important that the topic be specific rather than broad and general?

Evolution of Corporate Governance

a. Explain the evolution of corporate governance. What problems developed? What are the current trends? b. What are the major criticisms of boards of directors? Which single criticism do you find to be the most important? Why?

Levels of Management

Given the current trends toward empowerment and employing fewer levels of management, how important do you believe management development will be in the next ten years?

Current Trends in Mergers

What are some major causes of failure in the areas of mergers and acquisitions? What are some current trends in global mergers and acquisitions?
Discuss the strategies that lead to mergers and acquisition. Include hostile takeovers, leveraged buyouts, corporate restructuring and current trends in mergers.