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RESEARCH PROPOSAL

RESEARCH PROPOSAL     RESEARCH TITLE:               A retrospective study on the presence of mental disorders diagnosed on the sexually abused clients referred to the Women and Child Protection Unit at the National Center for Mental Health (NCMH).     RESEARCH OBJECTIVES:   1.      To determine the incidence and comorbidity of mental illness found in the sexually abused clients referred at the NCMH from January – December 2001.     METHODOLOGY               A statistical study from representative data gathered from 100 clients with complete court reports referred to the NCMH from January to December 31, 2001.      PROPOSED BY:     Medical Office III     DISCUSSION            A total of 100 documented cases of family violence, obtained from the files of the NCMH covering the period from 2001-2002, were analyzed statistically, based on the list of factors that could provide a comprehensive profile of these clients.  The following general findings of the study show the extent and the kind of abusive and violent environment the clients were in and the circumstances which have triggered such events to happen.   1.  Violence in the family consists of several forms of abuses – physical, verbal, economic, emotional and sexual. Due to their vulnerability in the family structure, it is often the women and the children who are the recipients of such acts of violence. Figure 1 shows a graph of the different forms of abuse. For this study, the most common form of abuse is sexual assault (66%), followed by physical abuse (18%) and then by verbal abuse (10%).  There was also an incidence of economic abuse (1%), plus an incidence wherein verbal, physical and economic abuse occurred simultaneously (1%).  Other forms of abuse (3%) consisted mostly of varying degrees of emotional abuse with combinations of any of the aforementioned types.                    Some of these abuses occur in different combinations.  Sexual abuse is often accompanied by physical and verbal abuse .A typical example would be a case of a male neighbor molesting a young girl after which he menaces the girl with pernicious words and promises of retaliation if the victim seeks help. Another would be a case of a young girl being raped by a distant family relative and then being taunted by a series of physical and verbal threats.   Figure 1.  Forms of Abuse   2.         Victims experience violence repeatedly at varying periods of time (worst case was one victim who was raped every Sundays), in the hands of the same or different household members from brother to father or uncle to a male neighbor (the most frequent abuser) to the stepfather, in-laws, foster parents, siblings and employers (in the case of domestic helpers).  The cycle of violence usually starts with one form of violence that leads to another.  There have been cases wherein such abuses led to sexual molestation and rape.           Figure 2.  Progression of Violence       Figure 2 shows the graph of the progression of violence.  Typical progressions are: a) physical abuse to sexual abuse to rape (71%); and b) sexual molestation to rape and economic abuse to physical abuse (15%).  There were also cases of verbal abuse that led to physical assault (7%) and verbal abuse that led to physical abuse, sexual molestation and finally, to rape (5%). In some cases, rape was also preceded by verbal abuse and physical assault (2%).   Rarely is one abuse exclusive of another.   3.  Figure 3 shows the age range of the clients.  The average age of the victims is 15.27 years old.   The most dominant group, comprising sixty-two percent (62%) of the clients, were between the ages eleven to seventeen.  Twenty- two percent (22%) were young adult females, with ages between 18-24 years old.  Twelve percent (12%) were of children’s age, between 4-10 years old.   The youngest victims were a 5-year old boy and girl, while the oldest was a 48-year old widow.    Figure 4 shows the civil status of the clients, with ninety-nine percent (99%) of the respondents being single.  Only one was a widow.    On the other hand, figure 5 shows the gender of the clients.  Almost all victims were female (95%) and only 5% were male.    Figure 7 shows the educational attainment if the clients.  Almost all of the victims have been educated, half of which reached elementary education (58%), 1/3 reaching high school (31%), and 2% of them reaching college.  Nine percent (9%) were still of pre-school age and even then, did not still go to school.    Figure 9 shows the employment background of the victims. About 82 % of the victims (8 out of 10) are not gainfully employed, since most of them are minors.  The rest, who are of working age, toil in menial types of jobs.               Minors (aged 0-17) comprise an overwhelming 84% of the total victims of abuse. More than half of the cases of domestic violence against children and minors involve some form of sexual abuse. Figure 10 shows the most common abuses against minors.  Rape is the most common form of assault against minors (46%).  This is followed by sexual molestation (17%), physical abuse (12%), incestual rape (9%) and pregnancy out of wedlock (8%).    Figure 3. Age of Victim (in Years Old)                   Figure 4.   Civil Status           Figure 5.  Gender                     Figure 6.  Address / Area   Credit:ivythesis.typepad.com

RESEARCH PROPOSAL

RESEARCH PROPOSAL RESEARCH TITLE: A retrospective study on the presence of mental disorders diagnosed on the sexually...

Effect of Merger and Acquisition on Corporate Performance (A Special Case Study of Paktel—Zong)

1.) Title of the Research Effect of Merger and Acquisition on Corporate Performance: A Special Case Study of Paktel (Zong)     2.) A brief Statement of the study This paper offers case insights towards merger and acquisitions of Paktel from within there implies to reality of mobile telecommunications market transformation in Pakistan. The theoretical framework treats to merger and acquisition of mobile telecommunications market as being composed of technology standard. In the case of Pakistan, merger and acquisition should be investigated along with ideal case analysis of Paktel as the case study will provide evidence as there can be of imperative presence towards corporate performance for Paktel, mobile telecommunication development, independent regulator is critical in promoting technological innovation.     3.)    Objectives of the study     There is ample need to recognize merger and acquisition points of Paktel and such underlying aspects and information with regards to the process of merger, acquisition that links to Paktel performance. To determine merger and acquisition from basis of literature pertaining to study focus. The finding out of positive and negative effects of merger and acquisition, the case of Paktel wherein to be able to relate to theories , and its application in research.   4.)    Justification of the study   The need to organize research approaches in support of literature review, studies which provide academic clarity and right flow of ideas and concepts from wherein theories are noted, manifested and at the same time executed to fully acquire complete understanding and awareness of what the research topic caters into the central core. The moving forward towards the discussion analysis of such studies presented by proponents that are experts on merger and acquisition conditions as placed in framework based context from wherein useful initial headings are to be included. Along with the importance of the study that integrates the elusive application of research methods, case study serves as the main technique.   5.)    Hypothesis   Research hypothesis are deemed for the clearance of research design/approached being utilized for this specific study and it will assume variables that could be in place within the conceptual framework construction and the balance integration of its application forming in theory based framework from within proponent recognized information and research studies respectively. The hypothesis could be: -      There is positive effect of merger and acquisition of Paktel -      There is negative effect of merger and acquisition of Paktel -      There is similar performance domain in terms of merger and acquisition of Paktel -      There is different performance domain in terms of merger and acquisition of Paktel   6.)    Theoretical framework     The theory framework will have an importance for Paktel case linking to merger and acquisitions based on corporate performance as there can be creating of new system and then institutionalizing the new approaches but, there is no conclusive research that focuses on this relationship between leadership and change. Theoretical research has attempted to integrate change as a contextual variable influencing transformational leadership ( 1997), some research focus on determining when the organization will be receptive to merger and its acquisition posits upon carrying out pertinent literature support and methodology.   There needs for an acceptable critical analysis of merger and acquisition of Paktel, in such telecommunications in Pakistan          MERGER                                                                           ACQUISITION                                                                                                                             Positive Effect                    CASE STUDY ANALYSIS             Negative Effect                                               Basis on Corporate Performance                                                                                                          Similar Performance Domain                                     Different Performance Domain                                               The case of Paktel -   Zong                                                                                                                                        ACQUISITION                                                      MERGER         7.)    Periodization       TASK Week/Month (July to September 2009)   1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th Select topic                   Undertake preliminary literature search                   Write-up aims and objectives                   Select appropriate methodology and locate sources of information. Confirm access.                   Write-up Dissertation Plan                   Undertake and write-up draft critical literature review.                   Secondary and Primary Data Detailed                   Research Findings:       – Analysed    – Evaluated   – Written-up                   Discussion: Research findings evaluated and discussed in relation to the literature review                   Methodology written-up (including limitations and constraints)                   Main body of the report written-up and checked for logical structure                   Conclusions drawn Recommendations made                   Introduction and Executive Summary written-up                   Finalization                     Printing                                 8.)    Methodology   Research methods can be classified as either quantitative or qualitative. The motivation for qualitative method is opposed to that of quantitative method. Qualitative method is designed to help researchers understand people and the social and cultural contexts which they live.  and  (1994) argue that the goal of understanding of phenomenon from viewpoints of participants and its particular social and institutional context is largely lost when textual date is quantified. The methodology to be used for the study is case study, multiple sources of qualitative and quantitative data, the study endeavours to examine effects of merger and acquisition on Paktel performance in Pakistan context to be particular. The data collection will involve oral narrative inquiry interviews ( 1999) such as for displaying case grounded situated action. There will be series of interviews to be conducted among Paktel heads possibly employing survey questionnaire as good basis for case identification as associated with merger and acquisition aspects. The participants in the study will consists of 10 Paktel heads, as case will determine an interview session for about 40 minutes to make sense of respondent views on merger acquisition and how the corporation  is affected positively or negatively in which responses interact acceptable thinking and reasoning (1992). The need to examine case analysis and case analysis method with given theory framework, research implies to qualitative methods such as open-ended questions and quantitative methods such as to request respondents to rank their views about specific question in the questionnaire, as one common measure in education research ( 1999). Questions are need to be examined for reliability and validity. In order to avoid the case when the respondent will be forced to give an inaccurate response when his real attitude towards the statements ranging from 1 = strongly disagree, 2 = disagree, 3 = neutral, 4 = agree and 5 = strongly agree, to be enclosed at.  Data will be collected and analysed through using qualitative techniques such as pointing towards document analysis, interviews and questionnaire survey. The primary data is to be collected from the respondents in case situations, secondary data is to comprise of reference concerning research subject. The using of existing information on such levels into the study to be realized upon.   Credit:ivythesis.typepad.com

Effect of Merger and Acquisition on Corporate Performance (A Special Case Study of Paktel—Zong)

1.) Title of the Research Effect of Merger and Acquisition on Corporate Performance: A Special Case Study of Paktel (Zong) 2...

GUIDELINES FOR WRITING RESEARCH PAPER

RESEARCH PAPER   For this course you should choose any company but preferably the company currently you are working for and by making use of the concepts provided in this course evaluate any of its operational facets and provide improvement suggestions.   When writing your Research Paper please note the following guidelines:   GUIDELINES FOR WRITING RESEARCH PAPER   Selection of Topic   You may choose an appropriate topic, which is related to any key contents of this course, and which you feel is important to you. Before you actually start writing your assignment it is necessary that you send your Research Paper title and outline to your Professor for his/her advice and approval. Upon receiving your professor’s advice and approval you may proceed and start writing the Research Paper as per the following guidelines.     Marking scheme:   The following value is given to the various components of the Research Paper:   Grading Schedule                                       Features                                                           Percentage   ·         Introduction/scene setting 5% ·         Aim/purpose 5% ·         Body/Content 25% ·         Research/Investigation 30% ·         Conclusion 10% ·         Recommendations 10% ·         Language Proficiency 5% ·         Visual/Aesthetics 5% ·         Appendices, Bibliography/Glossary 5% TOTAL 100%       General Views Related to Assignment Writing   Length of the Paper You are required to write a Research Paper of at least 2,000 words excluding the title page, appendix, bibliographies, etc.   A) Introduction/Scene Setting   As this forms the 1st impression of the students work the background information provided should be fully informative and relevant to justify the aim/purpose of the paper. It should set the pace for the reader regarding what is to follow. A good introduction/scene setting of the Research Paper shall include background/definition of the topic, importance and relevance of the title of the Research Paper.   Additionally this section should be interesting enough so as to catch the attention of your reader.     B) Aim/Purpose   The objectives of the Research Paper should be so well demonstrated that they leave no doubt in the mind of the reader as to the purpose of the chosen topic. The reader should base his grades on how well the writer highlights the relevance of the topic and remains focused on the same.     C) Body/Content   This part of the assignment contains information regarding the paper in greater detail. To make it most effective the following areas would have to be addressed.                                 Feature   i)                    Arrangement/order of information ii)                  Logical interpretation of information iii)                Accuracy of information iv)                Clarity and value of information v)                  Amount and conciseness of information     D) Research/Investigation   Fact finding is essential in order to render the work produced credible and convincing. In order to judge if the research carried out meets the demand, the areas to consider are as follows:   i)                    Originality ii)                  Reliability and Validity iii)                Thoroughness iv)                Analysis v)                  Result   Originality The points to consider would be how much of the research has been the result of the writers’ own initiative as opposed to ‘borrowed’ material. How much effort and time has been taken to conduct the Research Paper.     Reliability and Validity How dependable are the sources and outcome of the investigation and how logical/rational the study conducted has been with the research tools used.   Thoroughness Has every aspect been considered and duly investigated or has the problem been under-researched.   Analysis Has the writer properly analyzed and derived at proper themes out of the data collected?   Results Has the writer derived significant results out of the researched data appropriate to the aims and objectives of the assignment or not.     E) Conclusion   The final part of the Research Paper is just as vital as the start and it is here that all the loose ends are logically bound and presented, unanswered queries addressed and doubts removed, leaving no further ground for reasoning.     F) Recommendations/Applications   Based on the search results and conclusion derived the writer proposes at least five recommendations for implementation at work or daily life. The recommendations should be both relevant and feasible.     G) Language Proficiency   The use of English language in expressing the requirements of the paper should be done with the intelligent approach as to the choice of words and grammar for easy comprehensibility and at the same time spellings mistakes avoided.     H) Visual/Aesthetic   The cosmetic appearance of the whole report comprising all different elements to make it appear attractive, neat and intellectually appealing are also some of the features an examiner focuses on while grading. The different aspects an aesthetically well-written assignment should have would be: ·              Headings and Sub-Headings ·              Formatting and style comprised of: i)                    Margins ii)                  Spacing iii)                Pagination iv)                Paragraph v)                  Paragraph indentation vi)                Justification of text ·              Tables and figures, including: i)                    Placement of tables and figures ii)                  Numbering of tables iii)                Numbering of figures iv)                Tables and figures captions v)                  Format of tables vi)                Formats of figures vii)              Pagination and margins viii)            Spacing and alignment ix)                Grids x)                  Illustration xi)                Neatness and order     I) Style and Format Requirements   Your Research Paper must adhere to the style and format requirements set forth in the Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association 5th Edition, ISBN 1-55789-791-2.   These guidelines are hoped to benefit you to write a very professional Research Paper and according to a proper and fair break down of all segments as explained.   Credit:ivythesis.typepad.com

GUIDELINES FOR WRITING RESEARCH PAPER

RESEARCH PAPER For this course you should choose any company but preferably the company currently you are working for and by making us...