The Defendant, is appealing against the severity and length of the sentencing that was ordered by the judge. In particular, the defendant will seek to argue that greater weight be attached to his good character and prospect of rehabilitation. In addition, concerning the notion of parity, the defendant may establish that the principle of parity is not adhered to, as Branov, who was convicted of similar charges in similar circumstances was given a lesser sentencing than the defendant, notwithstanding
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positive labor and environmental practices in factories. The company encourages anyone that is involved in an ethical investigation to reveal and report all information truthfully. The facts presented should not be of personal opinion, bias or judgment. Several procedures have been put in place within the company that helps compliance in the financial environment. The company complies with the ethical and governance reforms established by the Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) The company believes in order
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Chapter Three The World Marketplace: Business without Borders Case Connection China in Africa: A Big Step Forward, or a Bigger Step Backward? Entering an untapped international market can strengthen a business tremendously—but what if the costs outweigh the benefits for the market itself? China has long been an important player on the global stage, but recent advances in manufacturing, natural resources, and energy production have catapulted the expansive country to the forefront of international
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‘Removing ten barriers to implementing CSR in Bangladesh’ Barrier A – CSR is thought to be American protectionism – the USA labour unions are alleged to be using CSR as an excuse and are trying to force up our production costs and so get jobs back into the USA. Social Responsibility is not a new idea; it has a long history in Asia and in Europe. If CSR is part of a conspiracy to protect jobs in North America (or in Europe) why is it accepted so well and practiced so widely in the West and in so
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internal control (financial reporting, operations and compliance) Control objectives and Sub objectives exist Foreign Corrupt Practices Act Passed in 1977 in response to American corporation practice of paying bribes and kickbacks to officials in foreign countries to obtain business The Act Requires an effective system of internal control Makes illegal payment of bribes to foreign officials Example: Area of financial reporting Top level objective – prepare and issue reliable financial information
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“strong” currency and “weak” currency. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each? 5. Why is outsourcing such an attractive way for firms to tap into foreign markets? What are the risks of foreign outsourcing? 6. Outline the potential pros and cons of the 3 key strategies for developing foreign markets: exporting, licensing and franchising, and direct investment. 7. Explain how countertrading works. What are the benefits and drawbacks for both parties
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The Ten Principles The UN Global Compact's ten principles in the areas of human rights, labour, the environment and anti-corruption enjoy universal consensus and are derived from: * The Universal Declaration of Human Rights * The International Labour Organization's Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work * The Rio Declaration on Environment and Development * The United Nations Convention Against Corruption The UN Global Compact asks companies to embrace, support
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University of Notre Dame Mendoza College of Business Department of Finance FIN 70500 – Multinational Financial Management Module 1, Fall, 2006 |Instructor: |Jerry G. Langley |Phone: |Office - (574) 631-6078 | | Office: |262 MCOB | |Home - (574) 234-1191 (before10PM) | |E-mail: |Jerry.Langley.3@nd.edu
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Code of Conduct Chipotle is committed to the highest standards of integrity in all of our activities and compliance with both the letter and spirit of the law. We expect that you will reflect these standards in your day-to-day dealings on our behalf. This Code of Conduct is for all employees, Officers, and all members of the Board of Directors. It is a guide to ethical behavior. Chipotle has an “open door” policy with respect to any concern relating to compliance with the Code of Conduct and other
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Case answers 1. The merger which was to be enacted in 2001 between the Alcatel, a telecommunication company in Paris- France and Lucent telecommunication and technology giants in the United States of America failed due to misunderstanding of the share-ability and resource control should they have collaborated in 2001 (Hartley 2010). The Lucent Company from US realized that Alcatel never intended to equally share and control the company after the merger; instead Alcatel intended to take over control
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