Nike retail sales have been dropping for the past three quarters in China, and executives at the company predict similar declines for the next two quarters. Investors claim not to be worried about the decline in earnings, but this did not stop Nike from replacing its top Chinese executive last May. Several other management positions in its Chinese division have been replaced, … [Read more...] about Why Nike Sales are Slipping China
Case Studies
Why Education is So Important for Women to be Successful
Throughout history, women have been portrayed from mild-mannered to clueless to strong and smart. However, with many women still making less than their male counterparts, education has become much more important for a woman to be successful in today's world. When looking at a higher education degree online, knowledge is the key to success. Income For most women to be … [Read more...] about Why Education is So Important for Women to be Successful
The Disparity of Women in STEM Jobs
We like to pretend that gender inequality in the work place is only an issue that the cast of Mad Men have to deal with. While things have gotten much better since the 1950s, there is still a long way to go – especially in certain industries. STEM jobs (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) are home to the fasted growing job markets in the world, and women are … [Read more...] about The Disparity of Women in STEM Jobs
Bringing Down the Barriers— Women, Business, and the UAE
Businesswise, the UAE is a country that’s really opening up. In a drive to attractive foreign investment and encourage international trade, Dubai created free-trade zones that provide a host of perks for foreign entrepreneurs who want to set up a business in the UAE. We’re not talking about another Silicon Valley or Wall Street, but rather zones that hold opportunities for … [Read more...] about Bringing Down the Barriers— Women, Business, and the UAE
The Importance of Offering Employee Benefits Programs
Cash isn't always enough in this day and age to recruit the best talent for your company. It's also important to provide an attractive benefits package. As well as a competitive salary, good benefits help to build a strong working relationship between employees and employers. Companies find that a strong benefits plan promotes improved work habits and can help to reduce … [Read more...] about The Importance of Offering Employee Benefits Programs