Abstract
The paper looks at the United States that was built on the principles of capitalism and at China and Cuba that support the socialist style of government. The paper then shows how countries such as Canada and Russia move their values and philosophies between capitalism and socialism in search of improved lifestyles for their citizens. The paper explores the reasons for changes in countries' ideologies, that include globalization and the changes in information technology.

Outline:
Introduction
Markets and Marketing
Socialism
Variations of capitalism and socialism
Reasons for variations of ideologies
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Markets and marketing are directly linked to capitalism and Adam Smith's 'laissez faire' philosophy. Entrepreneurial freedoms are promoted in capitalist states. The concepts of socialism demand more equality amongst citizens. This includes spreading wealth amongst all levels of society. There are no utopian states that fully embrace socialist or capitalist ideologies. Instead versions of each are demonstrated across the world; some mirroring closer to capitalism and others socialist values."

Tags:Cuba, China, Russia, United, States, Canada, globalization, economics

Abstract
In this article, the writer notes that globalization has had major impacts on Canada and not necessarily for the better. What is often referred to as the new world economy, the internationalism of capitalism, the global village and neo-liberalism, globalization is about a world wide wave of liberalization of trade, investment and capital flows. The writer discusses that this brings the consequent growing importance of these flows and of international competition in the world economy. The writer points out that national boundaries, tariffs, and subsidies are all broken as a result of alliances between nation states and large corporations. The writer argues that as big businesses can search the world for the cheapest and most efficient workers, communities, and countries to produce their particular product, not everybody in Canada wins.

From the Paper
"McBride and Shields argue that Canadian neo-liberalism will inevitably lead to a collapse of Canada's already weak identity. Resistance to the negative effects of globalization must be implemented before changes can be made. Brecher and Costello offer a number of suggestions to counteract the negative effects of globalization. They propose we start by changing our outlook and seeking to satisfy individual Canadians instead of large corporations. This will involve democratizing global institutions like the World Bank, the IMF, and GATT/WTO. As globalization brings competitiveness we must realize how it can command our lives and know the difference between a short term constraint of competitive edge and long term growing competitiveness and learn to limit this before it completely takes over our lives. This process means that we must create a democratic world structure to which large corporation feel accountable for their often heartless actions, creating a strict set of rights and standards will assist this new democracy protecting the rights of the Canadian people. "

Tags:economy, trade, competition, workers

Abstract
This paper discusses how the growth of a nation depends on many different factors to ensure success; asserting oneself on a global scale can often create tensions between other large developed nations. In particular, it looks at the development of China as opposed to Western countries and contends that China will not be able to continue its current growth unless something is drastically changed. It looks at how, as China grows, it requires more resources to sustain its industry and economy and how this necessarily means working together with other countries from which to trade and extract resources. This, in turn, also works to make the issue of China's development a global issue, as the goods must come from somewhere abroad. It also examines how China is experiencing environmental problems in every category; air pollution, dangerous industrial emissions, over-logging, insufficient clean water, over-expansion of urban areas to name a few.

From the Paper
"There are numerous reasons why change is needed in China, with respect to the health of its people and the continued growth of their economy. China has some of the lowest factory wages on the planet (Guo, 2006); the result of this is cheap goods and therefore more factories and more harmful emissions. It costs far less money to operate a factory in say Chongquin than it does in New York, this is the reasoning behind the relocation of many factories. This is a process that hurts everyone involved, as we see the loss of high paying jobs in the west to move factories abroad. An instance like this occurred recently in Smith Falls Ontario with the Hershey chocolate factory that had operated there since 1963. The factory announced its closure in February of 2007 (CBC, 2007, article), it employed some 400 people of a town with a population of 9000. "

Tags:resources, trade, pollution

Abstract
This paper discusses the consequences of the establishment of the "Amero," a proposed form of common currency amongst the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The paper compares the Amero to Europe's Euro. The paper argues that due to the social and cultural differences between the US and Canada, along with their differences in the labor market, the Amero would be detrimental to both countries' economies.

From the Paper
"At its present state, Canada should not consider merging with the U.S. Dollar to form a common currency comparable to the Euro in Europe. Joining with another country will mean a loss of economic sovereignty, which can lead to economic instability and civil riots. Also, labor markets between the two countries are completely different and adopting a new currency can devastate the Canadian labor market. Finally, collaboration with the United States may bring an end to Canada's long tradition of a free floating currency, which means an end to a currency allowed to adjust in the financial market freely to compensate for world price changes, economic divergences and capital flows."

Tags:Amero Euro, European Union, North American Monetary Union, economy currency, labor market

Abstract
This paper examines the compatibility of Islam and globalization and whether or not the religion is attuned with the existing model of Western globalization. The paper explains that Islam continues to be an essential ideological force in the lives of nearly one third of the world's Muslim population, and directly or indirectly affects the lives of millions of others. The paper goes on to note that the growth and expansion of Islamic resurgence in the recent years, and the intensification of Islamic fundamentalism has gained fuel in order to combat the popular western influence for socioeconomic reform, democratization, and liberalization. Islam is a way of life for its adherents, the paper clarifies, and a structure that dictates not only personal behavior, but also that of the society and the state. The paper compares this stance with westernization, which is now synonymous with the term globalization; it is a reflection of the separation of state and church, individualism, and materialism, and is thought by Muslims to be the root cause of social, economic and political ills. However, concludes the paper, although Westernization is condemned by Islam, globalization in its true form and modernization is not.

Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
Westernization, Globalization, Islam
The Root of the Conflict
Conclusion
References

From the Paper
"One of the major reasons for the current conflict between Islam and the Western world is centuries of bad blood, mistrust and fear. Starting from the Crusades, to suicide bombings and the discord between headscarves, the relationship between the two has never been smooth. The Christians, for centuries, considered Muhammad a false prophet, a belief that many in the Western world still hold. Islam, on the other hand, considers itself as belonging to Judaism and Christianity, with the three being branches of the same religion. It respects the Gospels and the Torah, but explicitly believes that the Quran alone contains the message of God."

Tags:globalization, westernization, religion

Abstract
This paper analyzes the social role of multi-national corporations (MNCs), while aiming to demonstrate that MNCs have an ethical obligation to respect their workers' human rights, and that anything more progressive is economically impractical and counterproductive. Taking the classical liberal stance, the author explains his view that, for example, large blue-collar unions have a vested interest in lobbying for protectionist measures, and that just as sweatshops drive wages up in least developed countries (LDCs), they drive wages down in developed countries. In conclusion, the paper advises that if one is genuinely concerned with sweatshops, the most ethical response is to vote with one's dollars and persuade others to do likewise, for if MNCs do not listen to ethical pleas and state regulations, they will surely respond to poor quarterly results.

From the Paper
"As countries like China and Singapore's labor equilibrium continues to approach the wages of American workers, companies like Nike and Reebok are losing their incentive to open factories there. This is simply the natural cycle of capital investment. As LDC economies develop and experience annual exponential growth, they begin to look for cheap labour abroad. This is evident to poor countries who understand the benefits provided by American companies eager to outsource their labour. In fact, many of today's LDCs bid on contracts from MNCs to have the opportunity to have 'sweatshops' in their country. They want their economies stimulated and their standard of living boosted just like their neighbours. This is why many workers native to the LDCs of the 21st century are perplexed by the aggressive lobbying of the academic elite."

Tags:libertarian degeorge, sweatshop globalization nike

Abstract
This paper reviews the argument by critics that the future of information and communication technologies (ICTs) and of the Internet is based primarily on aspects of control, surveillance and global corporate interests, which might be consolidated a form of limitations on human rights. The author disagrees with these critics. Instead, he contends that, although ICTs are revolutionary, it is hard to believe that corporate cooperation or global business interests are capable of consciously directing its future.

From the Paper
"Hrynyshyn enters the discussion with a volley aimed broadside at technological determinism. He also examines the relationships between technology and changes in the political and economic arenas, locking horns with those who blindly accept the direction, progress and inevitability of emerging technologies. Hrynyshyn plainly and quickly sets himself apart from Castells' theoretical framework, rejecting it as a reconstitution of an earlier post-industrial analysis, based in "the illusion of historical inevitability"."

Tags:blackberry, cyberregulator, surveillance, determinism, monopolization

Abstract
This paper reviews various competing theories of unemployment and considers whether they may be used to explain the rise in unemployment experienced globally during past and present economic cycles. The paper examines the effectiveness of monetary and fiscal policy as a tool to drive out unemployment in an economy and discusses the constraints these policies have in dealing with the most recent crisis we are experiencing.

From the Paper
"The argument in favor of globalization to counter this view was that developed world would move on to higher value added jobs, but would obviously require some level of re-training. Simultaneously, the lower wages in developing worlds have spilled over into most of the developed world as well where the same labor has to deal with growing unemployment from jobs that have moved overseas and compete harder for jobs that remain for which they would accept lower wages. Lower wages would mean less spending power, less aggregate demand, and hence even more unemployment with a negative multiplier. It remains to be seen how the world will react to the globalization trends and free trade agreements as nations come to terms with how to help their economies recover from this crisis."

Tags:jobs, globalization, fiscal, training, wages

Abstract
This paper explores globalization, intuition and diversity and discusses how they are transforming the role of organizational managers and placing significant pressure on business leaders. It examines the varying management challenges and remedies that continue to evolve in establishing and maintaining a competitive place amidst uncertainty in the global market.

Table of Contents:
Abstract
Globalization
Intuition
Diversity
Conclusion

From the Paper
"Globalization, intuition and diversity will continue to impact the manager's role in business growth in a substantial way. Their roles have been transformed to accommodate a new consumer base, employee base, and societal base. The global market is consistently an environment in which businesses eat or be eaten, placing significant pressure to maintain a cutting edge lead at all times. Managers must be adaptable to a wide range of conditions and circumstances, and they must be equipped to respond rationally and intuitively to situations that arise. They must match power with knowledge and be open to learn about cultural diversity and local issues in the global market. They must balance their attention between global growth and social responsibility by building and nurturing human capacity. The role of managers will continue to evolve as new doors open through global enterprise and diversification."

Tags:leaders, competition, employee

Abstract
The paper discusses how globalization and in particular, the relocation of American manufacturing and factory jobs to foreign countries, has created a strong divide between socio-economic classes in the US. The paper illustrates this with statistical evidence that shows the growing inequality within the United States. The paper therefore believes that in order to tackle poverty and the growing inequality between the classes, globalization needs to be reduced. The paper realizes, however, that this may not happen since it is the rich who are benefiting from globalization, and it is the rich who most often control the direction of the economy, business trends and the government.

From the Paper
"Globalization tends to be one of the trends in the modern world that individuals either love or hate. One of the main reasons for the strong dichotomous views on globalization is related to the varied impact that globalization has on different segments of society. Generally, globalization has helped individuals who are capable of making use of the 'smaller world,' while it has hurt those who do not have the resources to gain access to the world beyond their own country. Within the United States, globalization has helped the economy to grow and do well, but it has done so at the cost of creating greater inequality within the nation. In other words, globalization has helped to polarize the social statuses of individuals living in the United States. The rich have become richer while the poor have become poorer, and thus, globalization has severely impacted the levels of inequality within the United States."

Tags:poverty, corporations, manufacturing, labor, jobs