Essays about: "a curse"
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1. TRANSPARENCY AND THE RESOURCE CURSE IN GHANA: A CASE STUDY Changes since oil discovery
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionenAbstract : When a country has high levels of natural resources, they risk falling prey to the resource curse. Studies show a correlation between high levels of natural resources and corruption as well as lower quality institutions and less democracy. Transparency is a key precondition for accountability and mitigating corruption. READ MORE
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2. Has Sweden “Struck Oil”? Exchange Rate Implications of Large Natural Resource Discoveries
University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för nationalekonomi med statistikAbstract : With the global shift towards renewable energy and sustainable development, what are considered important natural resources and the value thereof, is undergoing a change, particularly as new technologies develop. The effects of natural resources on macroeconomic factors have been debated for centuries, and while some countries have sustainably managed their natural resources, empirical evidence shows that positive effects should not be taken for granted. READ MORE
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3. Genetically Modified Food - Curse or Blessing? : Decisive factors influencing consumers behavior
University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionenAbstract : Genetically modified (GM) food could be a solution to secure the world’s food supply, whichis in jeopardy due to the ongoing climate crisis. Thus, it is of great importance that consumerswould be willing to consume this type of food. READ MORE
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4. A Blessing and a Curse - Stress and Wellbeing in Meaningful Work
University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionenAbstract : The purpose of this study is to create a better understanding of work-related stress and wellbeing amongst employees who do meaningful work in volunteer-based organizations. The research question chosen to explore this topic is "How do employees in girl’s support centers, who perceive their work as meaningful, experience stress and wellbeing in their jobs?". READ MORE
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5. Influencers, a company's blessing or curse?
University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för marknadsföring och strategiAbstract : As influencer generated content leads to increased brand attitude and purchase intention, compared to traditional media, the use of influencers has become the norm in many companies' marketing strategy. However, what happens when the influencer gets in trouble? Companies' brand perception risks being indirectly affected by the scandals of associated influencers. READ MORE