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1789 Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen: Citizenship and Exclusion (1)
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Abstract: Legal Studies 103 - Spring 2007. An historical examination of major interpretations of law, morals and social development, with special emphasis on the social thought of the 18th and 19th centuries and including the writings of Marx, Maine, Durkheim, Weber and other contemporary figures.
1789 Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen: Citizenship and Exclusion (2)
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Abstract: Legal Studies 103 - Spring 2007. An historical examination of major interpretations of law, morals and social development, with special emphasis on the social thought of the 18th and 19th centuries and including the writings of Marx, Maine, Durkheim, Weber and other contemporary figures.
1789 Declaration of the Rights of Man and Citizen: Modern Legal Liberty and Modern Legal Equality
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Abstract: Legal Studies 103 - Spring 2007. An historical examination of major interpretations of law, morals and social development, with special emphasis on the social thought of the 18th and 19th centuries and including the writings of Marx, Maine, Durkheim, Weber and other contemporary figures.
1968 1978, Where Do We Go From Here?
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Abstract: David O. Ives discusses the origin of Say Brother on WGBH TelevisionSay Brother celebrates its tenth anniversary with a look at Boston and its African American community over the past decade -particularly changes in politics, social service agencies, employment rates, the educational system, and minority ... More »
A.L.D. Focus
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Abstract: Aggrey Mbere on life under Apartheid. Program examines the mental and physical exploitation European colonizers and United States corporations are directly or indirectly responsible for in South Africa. Host John Slade speaks with Aggrey Mbere, a native South African and member of the Organization of ... More »
Advanced Contract Theory, Spring 2005
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Abstract: Recent developments in contract theory. Includes advanced models of moral hazard, adverse selection, mechanism design and incomplete contracts with applications to theory of the firm, organizational design, and financial structure.
Advanced Corporate Risk Management, Spring 2007
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Abstract: Opportunity for group study by graduate students on current topics related to management not otherwise included in curriculum.
Advanced Managerial Communication, Spring 2004
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Abstract: Builds on managerial communication skills developed in 15.280. Introduces interactive oral and interpersonal communication skills important to managers, including presenting to a hostile audience, running meetings, listening, and contributing to group decision-making. Includes team-run classes on chosen ... More »
Advanced Stochastic Processes, Fall 2005
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Abstract: The class covers the analysis and modeling of stochastic processes. Topics include measure theoretic probability, martingales, filtration, and stopping theorems, elements of large deviations theory, Brownian motion and reflected Brownian motion, stochastic integration and Ito calculus and functional ... More »
Advanced Topics in Real Estate Finance, Spring 2007
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Abstract: This half-semester course introduces and surveys a selection of cutting-edge topics in the field of real estate finance and investments. The course follows an informal “seminar” format to the maximum degree possible, with students expected to take considerable initiative. Lectures and discussions led ... More »
African American entrepreneurs
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Abstract: Alexandra Marks reports on the challenges faced by minority businesses in Boston. She notes that Jet-A-Way is multi-million dollar company that recycles trash, industrial waste, and construction debris. Marks interviews Jesse Jeter (marketing director, Jet-A-Way) and company founders Ed Jeter and Darlene ... More »
African Liberation Committee Film
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Abstract: Caroline Hunter comments on the struggle for African liberation. Guests Caroline Hunter, Dinizulu Ceitou (both of Boston's African Liberation Day Committee), and Christopher Nteta (of the Pan African Liberation Committee) discuss the liberation struggle in Mozambique with host Topper Carew. Topics include ... More »
Afta Thoughts On Nafta
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Abstract: Brad DeLong "Afta Thoughts On Nafta" "I was a true believer in NAFTA--the North American Free Trade Agreement. Now my faith is not gone but shaken." So states Brad DeLong, economist and creator of one of the net's most popular weblogs on economics, at www.j-bradford-delong.net . J. Bradford ... More »
An introduction to business cultures
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Abstract: Disney and Google are just two companies renowned for their 'business culture'. Have you ever wondered why the company you work for is different from others? This unit explores how the concept of culture developed to the point where it is now possible to see and (feel) the difference between companies.
Applications of System Dynamics, Spring 2004
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Abstract: Explores how organizations can use system dynamics to achieve important goals. Student teams work with client managers to tackle the clients' most pressing issues. Students discuss experiences with their clients, and learn modeling and consulting skills they need to be effective. Focus on gaining practical ... More »
Applied Economics for Managers, Summer 2004
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Abstract: Develops facility with concepts, language, and analytical tools of economics. Covers microeconomics, macroeconomics, and international trade and payments. Emphasizes integration of theory, data, and judgment in the analysis of corporate decisions and public policy, and in the assessment of changing US ... More »
Applied Macro- and International Economics, Spring 2002
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Abstract: Subject uses case studies to investigate the macro-environment in which firms operate. First section develops the basic tools of macroeconomic management: monetary, fiscal, and exchange rate policy. Second section evaluates different strategies of economic development, with topics ranging from trade ... More »
Applied Macro- and International Economics, Spring 2004
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Abstract: 15.014 focuses on using case studies to investigate the macroenvironment in which firms operate. The course is divided in five parts: Basic tools of macroeconomic management Evaluation of different economic development strategies Crises in emerging markets: causes, solutions, and prevention Problems ... More »
Applied Statistics, Spring 2003
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Abstract: Introduces statistical data analysis, concentrating on techniques used in management science and finance. Topics chosen from: statistical graphics, basics of sampling, estimation, hypothesis testing, linear and logistic regression, analysis of variance, contingency tables, forecasting, statistical quality ... More »
Architecture and Communication in Organizations, Fall 2003
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Abstract: While no businesses succeed based on their architecture or space design, many fail as a result of inattention to the power of spatial relationships. This course demonstrates through live case studies with managers and architects the value of strategic space planning and decision making in relation to ... More »