...ULMS 157 Recruitment, Selection and Performance Management at Epcot Theme Park Introduction This case study examines the concept and management of performance in organizations. In organization and management studies the word performance has two meanings (Fineman, Sims and Gabriel, 2005). On the one hand it simply refers to how well individuals are doing the tasks, duties and job responsibilities assigned to them, whether or not they are achieving output targets and productivity goals, product and service quality standards and meeting customer expectations. It is also refers to personal performance, how well a person is doing in achieving the goals they set for themselves. On the other hand the word performance also relates to how people at work conduct or, more specifically, present themselves to others; how they interact with fellow employees, management, clients, customers, the general public, and so on. In this context the concept of performance takes on a rather different meaning. It refers to how everyday behaviour in organizations is about ‘putting on a performance’. In recent years this latter use of the term ‘performance’ has become increasingly popular in organizational and management studies, and is widely used to illustrate how the nature of everyday behaviour and social interaction at work - verbal and non-verbal communication, such as greetings gestures, posture, etc. - are essentially performances. ’The presentation of self in everyday life’ (Goffman, 1959:...
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...MSc International Business and Management 2011/2012 Module: Global technology and operations management - Assignment 1 Introducing Global Technologies The role of World Exhibitions Student: Milica Andjelkovic 4003/2011 Mentor: Prof. dr Maja Levi Jaksic I Introduction • • Technological development and globalization Strategic technology management II Historical Role of World Exhibitions in the introduction of new technologies • • World Exhibitions as the first steps of Globalization in the 19th century Shaping the Modern Image of World Exhibitions in the 20th century III Case study Aichi 2005- Shanghai 2010 • • • Search for sustainable development Technologies development in the 21st Century Expo 2005 Aichi Japan – “Nature’s wealth” Expo 2010 Shanghai China – “Better city better life” IV Conclusion • An overview of the technological rather than commercial meaning of World Exhibitions and future trends V Literature 2 Technological development and Globalization Technological innovation is, without doubt, the major force for change in modern Society - a force of knowledge (Betz, 2011). Technology and organization development have always been focusing on finding relevant connections between social, historical and technological achievements within one specific period of time, therefore specific technological findings have marked and even named entire periods in human evolution: from the stone age, through iron age and all the way till industrial revolution...
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...crowned the first emperor of China. He is perhaps the most renowned and reviled ruler of Imperial China. His achievements during his fifteen years of rule (221 – 210 BCE) are staggering. Most notable of these is the Great Wall of China, but his greatest accomplishment, and the country’s greatest mystery may well be his own tomb (Sayre, 2011). Many unanswered questions surround this burial mound. The site achieved world-wide recognition in 1974, when farmers accidently stumbled upon an underground chamber filled with life-size statues. The discovery of the terra cotta warriors has led to a monumental project uncovering four pits, with an estimated 8,000 figures. To date, the entire complex, with all its contents, has yet to be revealed (Jing, 2009). Historical records indicate the site took at least 700,000 workers to construct over 36 years (originally started in 246 BCE, when Zheng was crowned the king of Qin at the age of thirteen). The pit excavated for the tomb is approximately 820,000 square feet, and dug in layers that reached an overall depth of 100 feet. Si Ma Qian’s Shi Ji, a court historian from the Han Dynasty wrote, “The tomb is filled with models of palaces, pavilions and offices as well as fine vessels, precious stones and rarities.” He indicates the mausoleum contains replicas of the area’s rivers and streams filled with mercury flowing to the sea through hills and mountains of bronze. The vaulted ceiling of the tumulus portrays all the...
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...Disappearance of the Mayan Civilization The disappearance of the Mayan Civilization has always been a very interesting mystery to me. What happened to the Mayan people? This question has baffled many scientists, researchers, as well as historians since they disappeared of the face of the earth it seems. NASA-funded researchers believe that the Mayans themselves are responsible for their own extinction. The Mayans were supposedly a great culture that constructed pyramids and pavilions throughout Mesoamerica beginning around A.D.300 and disappearing around A.D. 900 (Harvey, D.A. 1977). By around A.D. 900, the Mayan civilization was in steep decline. New building stopped and the pyramids and ball courts were gradually abandoned to the jungle. Around this time the lowland population dropped by around 90 percent. There has been a lot of debate about what caused the collapse of the classic-era Mayan culture. Research by Stuart and Harvey (1977) suggests that the burdens of ritual warfare between city-states became too much or that a great epidemic decimated the population. Usually cultures will slowly become extinct as a result of numerous battles and many times from famine. However the Mayans simply disappeared as a culture. Researchers believe that Mayans were in harmony with their environment, but they made common mistakes as does most other cultures. Deforesting of the land and vegetation caused suffering for the Mayan people in that they could not find food and...
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...Caroline Barnes and Simon Jackson This paper offers a critical reading of Robin Boyd’s narrative of the Australian nation created for Australia’s pavilion at Expo’70. The critique offered is from an environmental perspective, using this example to lead into a broader reflection on Australian design history’s ‘modernity problem’. We argue that although the examination of Australia as a socio-cultural context for the practice of design continues to engage scholars, the will to profess the existence of progressive Australian design has precluded significant examination of design’s regressive effects. The current environmental crisis is, as Arturo Escobar argues, ‘a crisis of modernity, to the extent that modernity has failed to enable sustainable worlds.’[1] Design is implicated here for its contribution to environmental degradation, as is design history for accounts that validate designers’ development of concepts, processes and products that impose the unsustainable on societies. The latter is pronounced in Australian design history. When modernity and its cultural manifestations are understood as European inventions, admitting limited scope for cultural exchange, claiming historical significance for Australian design inevitably involves the uncritical application of imported principles.[2] The halting attempts to write Australian design history are mostly bound up in proselytizing for the values and benefits of the modern and eulogising designers’ efforts to force change in the...
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...general. After a few weeks he was replaced by another acting surgeon general, who on July 1,1861, was succeeded by Samuel Preston Moore. He took the rank of colonel and stayed on duty until the collapse of the Confederacy. Dr. Moore, originally a Charlestonian, had served twenty seven years in the United States Army. He has been described as brusque and autocratic, a martinet. He was also very hard working and determined, and he was progressive in his military-medical thinking. Dissatisfied with the quality of many of the surgeons of the state troops, he insisted that to hold a Confederate commission, every medical officer must pass examinations set by one of his examining boards. He disliked filthy camps and hospitals. He believed in "pavilion" hospitals-long, wooden buildings with ample ventilation and sufficient bed space for eighty to one...
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...Seeking Asylum: The Buffalo State Hospital In American architecture, one thing rang true: America borrowed from the greatest countries and empires. Throughout much of the early years of the United States, there was not a singular distinct type of architecture, both in the domestic and public sectors. Borrowing from well-established counties became a second nature. Hunting and pecking through thousands of years of pre designed architecture helped American architects, like Henry Hobson Richardson, grab the best of the best and led them to create marvelous masterpieces. From Greek and Roman flares to the beauty of Queen Anne and Federal style, American architects have waded through them all. By doing so, elaborate and attractive buildings began to pop up through much of the United States Eastern Seaboard. One of the most influential American Architects to come out of this time period is Henry Hobson Richardson. He helped develop a definite American Style of architecture and one of the most important. His influence on building design has made an impact on such architects as Frank Lloyd Wright and Louis Sullivan. Siegfried Giedion, author of Space, Time and Architecture, states that “Richardson’s study of historical precedence- in this case Romanesque buildings-led to the design of the new forms Richardson was after.” Henry Hobson Richardson was born in a Louisiana Parish on September 29th, 1838 to Catherine Priestley and Henry Richardson. He was born into a well-to-do...
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...uncertain journey that would inevitably inform the next 40 years of his practice. His first project as he took up his position in the firm was as a resident site architect for Bali Hyatt Hotel project in Bali, Indonesia. However, the project which supposed took about three months had been extended for more than 30 years. The project was never done, but it led to another project within this region. This is the starting point where he was introduced into a small community of Australian expatriates which included senior architect Peter Muller and the painter Donald Friend, old Asia hands, which then lead mark this an important period in crafting attitude to living and working in Asia, to respond on the differences between the culture and mysteries of Asia architecture. From 1974 to 1978 he was given responsibilities to manage the Palmer & Turner office branch in Jakarta. He finally established his own firm, Kerry Hill Architects in Singapore in 1979 with given the first project in Bali, which never been completed. The firm gained its early reputation with a series of...
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...1. The growth of criminal justice system 2. Design city centre, case study on ( Crossroad mall Mumbai,phoenix mall Mumbai) 3. Thesis on Jail , case study on (banglore jail, belgaum jail) 4. Thesis on institute of archaeology , case study on (archaeological museum hampi) 5. Design of EXHIBITION 6. Restructuring the sukhna lake 7. Thesis on film city, case study on (DADA SAHEB PHALKE CHITRANAGRI MUMBAI, RAMOJI FILM CITY HYDERABAD) 8. CENTRE FOR THE INDIAN CLASSICAL MUSIC, CASE STUDY ON (KALA ACADMY GOA, NRITYAGRAM BANGLORE, NATIONAL CENTRE FOR PERFORMING ARTS MUMBAI,) 9. THESIS ON INFOTAINMENT MALL, CASE STUDY ON (THE FORUM KORAMANGLA BANGLORE, BANGLORE CENTRAL MG ROAD BANGLORE, INNOVATIVE MULTIPLEX MARATHALLI BANGLORE, BARTON CENTRE MGROAD BANGLORE) 10. THESIS ON POLICE STATION 11. ADVETECTURAL TRANSIT MODEL CASESTUDY ON (MAHATMA GHANDHI BUS STATION HYDERABAD, KEMPE GOWDA BUS STATION BANGLORE, BMTC BUS STATION ON SHANTI NAGAR,) 12. THESIS ON SOS, CASE STUD ON (SOS CHILDRENS VILLAGE CHENNAI, SOS CHILDRENS VILLAGE BANGLORE) 13. MULTI MODAL TRANSIT SYSTEM, CASE STUDY ON (ARNHEM CENTRAL GERMANY, LIVE CASE STUDY CHENNAI INDIA, HYDERABAD SECUNDERABAD INDIA,) 14. THESIS ON URBAN GRAPHISM , CASE STUDY ON (BANGLORE) 15. THESIS ON ANIMAL HUMAN RELATION ZOO, CASE STUDY ON ( BANNERGHATTA BIOLOGICAL PARK, SINGAPORE ZOOLOGICAL PARK,) 16. THESIS ON CENTER FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES, CASE STUDY ON( ENERGY & ENVIORMENTAL...
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...English File Intermediate Wordlist File 1 accommodation admit adult (n.) advert affectionate aggressive ambitious argue arrangements attention available bald bank manager best friend beware (of sth) biography bossy break up brochure change your mind charming Cheers! coach transfer colleague competitive context contribute (to sth) co-operative cover (v.) criticism debut depend (on sb) disadvantage dominate emphasis emphasize enclosed escort (v.) exhausted extrovert factor find out flat (n.) flatmate free of charge fringe furious generous get on well (with sb) graffiti guest habit hire (v.) host housework in a mess (have a lot) in common incompatible insecure irritating jealous just good friends keep in touch lazy leader liar manipulative moody move in negotiate novel (n.) nowadays obsessive obvious on the dot onion only child out of order partner personality placement test position (n.) possessions provided queue (v.) queue (v.) rebel against relationship relative (n.) relaxed rent (v.) responsible self-confident 2 selfish sense of humour sensitive (to) separated (from sb) several show (sb) round similar slim sociable staff straight stressed strict talkative tastes (n.) tidy (adj.) trophy trust (v.) unlike well built File 2 abrupt absorb accident according to (be) addicted to adrenaline affected (by sth) alarm clock apologize appendicitis arranged average (adj.) balanced based on beast behave behaviour blanket bone ...
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...Community Calendar Noel Ramos Theatre and Dance Presentaions| Golden Dragon Acrobats - MidlandDate(s): 06/16/15From: Midland Center for the ArtsAddress:1801 W. St. AndrewsMidland, MI 48640Phone: (989) 631-5930|This fast-paced, technically-innovative performance showcases traditional Chinese acrobats, dance and costumes, ancient and contemporary music and modern theatrical techniques. The renowned acrobats dazzle with amazing feats of athleticism, daring heart-stopping stunts and the grace of their centuries old art form. The large cast and dazzling production designs illustrate just how breathtaking Chinese acrobatics can be. This show is sure to entertain, delight and keep audiences of all ages in suspense. Admission fee.| A Feast of Dances | Performance - Ann ArborDate(s): 06/18/15From: University of Michigan - Museum of ArtPhone: (734) 763-8587|Thursday, June 18, 7:30pm. Celebrating its 30th anniversary, Ann Arbor Dance Works, proudly presents "A Feast of Dances" featuring works by Melissa Beck, Amy Chavasse, Bill DeYoung, Jessica Fogel, Peter Sparling, Sandra Torijano, and Robin Wilson. Audiences are invited to travel through the Museum spaces for a tasting of a rich array of dance delicacies. The evening will conclude with a desert reception—with real cake—to enjoy and celebrate this festive occasion. This program is free and open to the public; however, tickets are required for entry. Tickets are available through the Michigan Union Ticket Office at 734-763-TKTS or http://muto...
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...DIGITAL CREATIONS: A CHANCE OR A TRAP FOR THE FURTURE INVESTMENT A case study of CREATIVITY DESIGN: EXPERIMENTING AND INNOVATION AT TEAMLAB JAPAN by CHEN Fei wen Executive summery The purpose of this report was to analyze the situations of TeamLab and digital creations, discuss some implementation plans and explore the related market. 1. major issues After reading the materials, there are about three major issues on TeamLab. Details as blew. First of all, at the current market situation, commercial application of digital creations still remains immature. Though the market is still a Blue Ocean, it is hard for TeamLab to make a reasonable profit. There is not enough demand from the market, so TeamLab is still a long way to off. Secondly, there seems to be a lack of brand promotion. TeamLab usually waited the projects to come in rather than actively strove for its business. TeamLab business model is based on previously word of mouth, which would be a limitation for its further development. Lastly, the oversimplified organizational structure is an important problem crying out for solution. In order to raise operating margin, TeamLab creates the “Catalyst” position. But actually it is still too simple to extent the company scale. 2. the trade-offs involved in different scenarios The trade-offs involved in these scenarios should be assessed in the business environment, the company strategy, market promotion plan and internal organization structure. 3. the recommendation and...
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...Early European Theater • The writings of this period were primarily hymns, sermons and similar theologically oriented works. • Latin became a literary medium. • Major preserves of learning are the monasteries. • 8th century Europe returned to greater stability under the Carolingian kings. ➢ Charles Martel – defeated the Moslems at Tours in 732 AD, through his innovative use of armored horsemen as the principal military force, initiating the development of knighthood. ➢ Charlemagne – extended his realm into the Slavic territories and converting non- Christians on the way. Charlemagne was crowned by the Pope and pronounced him as the successor to Constantine. The scenario was the first attempt to establish the Holy Roman Empire. • Charlemagne’s death caused Europe to break into small units isolated from each other and from the world. • Moslem controlled the Mediterranean and the Vikings, still pagans, conquered the northern seas. Early Middle Ages • Life was relatively simple. • Feudalistic patterns were fully established. ➢ Manor (large estate)- headed by a noble man, assumed absolute authority over the peasants who worked his land collectively. ➢ Vassals – supplies the lords a specified number of knights upon demand and the lords in return were bound to protect their vassals. The Theater (500- 900 AD) • The theater revived during the early Middle Ages. • After the Western Roman...
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...2012 BostonUSA Events Produced by the Greater Boston Convention & Visitors Bureau January 2012 Edition Larry Meehan, VP, Media Relations & Tourism Sales 617- 867-8231, lmeehan@bostonusa.com; Stacy Shreffler, Media Relations & Tourism Sales Manager 617-867-8203 sshreffler@BostonUSA.com. We are happy to provide media & tour planners with images, contacts & visit assistance. BostonUSA.com is Boston’s official visitor website. The GBCVB is proud to be partners with the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism, MASSPORT, Discover New England, Boston Mayor’s Office of Arts, Tourism & Special Events, the Cambridge Office for Tourism,& the National Park Service. January-February-March 2012 The 12-week Food & Wine & Performance Season Pages 2-3 • 23rd Boston Wine Festival Boston Harbor Hotel Jan. 6-March 30, 2012 • New Isabella Stewart Gardner Wing designed by Renzo Piano opens Jan 19, 2012 • 21st Boston Wine Expo largest on USA East Coast Seaport World Trade Center Jan. 16-22, 2012 • “Geckos: Tails to Toepads” Museum of Science Boston Opens January 22, 2012-May 6, 2012 • Smith & Wollensky Wine Week, March 5-9, 2012 • Restaurant Week Boston citywide prix fixe menus March 18-23 & 25-30, 2012 • 109th BostonUSA St. Patrick’s 2012 Weekend : St. Patrick's Day Sunday Parade: March 18, 2012 • 2012 Boston Wine Week Spring March 26-April 1, 2012 April –May 2012 The Spring Season Opening & 9-week Gardens, Flowers & Parks Season Pages 3-5 • Red Sox Centennial Fenway Park Celebration First Home...
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...stores that sell new music are in a fight for their lives. The chains are dying, independent stores are closing, and the record labels that feed them merchandise are running out of ways to make money. The stores that are surviving are performing balancing acts. Most rely heavily on the pre-owned—“used”—business: Buy it cheap, sell it cheap. Some have turned to niche marketing, selling new CDs to one or two refined segments of the music world. Others rely on a combination of the two: Sell CDs and vinyl, new and used, to a defined demographic. And others have been helped by the recent revival of what was once considered a relic, the vinyl record. Steve Wilson remembers the good days, back when record stores offered surprises and mysteries and employed people who had strong opinions about most of them. “When I started buying albums in earnest, I went to Kief’s on the Mall (in Lawrence, Kansas),” he said. “I remember talking to the guys who worked there. They were there to educate you—as long as you were there to listen, not talk.” He and Carrel became career guys in the...
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