Risk Dissertation Proposals Samples For Students

Abstract

[Doctoral Study Title]
[your official name]

BS, [university], 200X
Doctoral Study Submitted in Partial Fulfillment
[last month of quarter you plan to graduate] 200X

Background

Megaprojects have become a significant issue in the economic and infrastructural development of projects nationwide. An estimated 8% of the global GDP is made up of megaproject related funds and they have become the primary vehicle for the creation and delivery of a variety of social infrastructural projects including “water and energy, information technology, industrial processing plants, mining, supply chains, enterprise systems, strategic corporate initiatives and change programs, mergers and acquisitions, government administrative systems, banking, ...

Complex systems are currently a controversial issue which many authors and researches have discussed in their attempt to relate to its complexity. Mitchell (2006), for instance affirms that, “What has transformed historically and what has resulted in the topic being fascinating is the key technique for the study of complex systems is a simulation. It’s also because of this, powerful machines, particularly clusters, made way for empirical insight into this topic (p. 119).” The primary framework for the complex systems as a course is that it is impossible to illustrate, or comprehend the behavior of a system by ...

Diabetes in its generality is a condition that is associated with elevated blood sugar levels. When these elevations persist, the patient may experience cases of disturbance of other body systems and leading to poor functionality and ultimately a chronic condition that affects their quality of life. Type-2 diabetes (T2DM) is the most common type of diabetes whose impact on the health of populations has significantly been documented (Murrock, Taylor & Marino, 2013). Apparently, among the documented aspects of health disparities, T2DM is noted as one of the biggest health challenges for African Americans. The prevalence is even higher among women ...

Safety Strategies on Construction Sites to avoid Human injuries and Fatalities

Project Definition Document
for Dissertation in partial fulfilment of Bachelor of XXXX Honours Degree in Civil Engineering
in the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment

Nottingham Trent University

2014-2015
Registration Number:
Project Title: Safety Strategies on Construction Sites to avoid Human injuries and Fatalities due to Moving Vehicles and Equipment
Rationale: The purpose of the research is to investigate the old and new strategies for protecting workers from vehicles on construction sites in the UK, in order to evaluate the best strategy for safety. Civil engineering projects such as building bridges, tunnels and transportation networks ...

Islamic banking performance and risks in MENA

1. Introduction
Islamic finance was only a dream 50 years ago became reality now. Nevertheless, it is one of the fastest growing industries currently as well as it showed some strength at the time of Global Financial crisis (2007-2009). These features and others made Islamic banks a feasible and viable alternative for conventional banking system.
Although Islamic Banking showed good signs but they faced and still facing some challenges (Risks). This paper revises the current risks faced by Islamic Banks especially in MENA region. Additionally, it’s going to measure their performance in these countries. Finally it will classify ...

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Introduction

Background of the Study
Bipolar disorder is considered as the most prevalent mental concern and accounts for the periods of racing thoughts, elevated mood, extreme depression and insomnia. The context of elevated mood incorporates hypomania, in which individuals feel extremely energetic, engage in inadequate decision making mechanism due to hindered decision making ability and encounter with the phase of insomnia. Similarly, the context of depression inclines the individuals to develop a negative prospect of life and increases the risk of self-harm, substance abuse and at-risk suicidal behavior (Goodman et al., 2011).
The individuals with bipolar disorder are ...

The previous work done focused on the construction industry, particularly on its scopes, costs, schedules, and uncertainties. In this paper, the author tries to continue what was started in that discussion only that this time, the focus would be on the application of project management principles in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). For the first part of this project, the author focuses on providing and discussing two qualitative studies about the chosen topic—i.e. the application of successful strategies in UAE’s construction project management industry.

Greening Project Management Practices for Sustainable Construction

The effects of climate change can be devastating. The world has witnessed the ...

Psychology

Dissertation Research Proposal

Introduction

Generally, extrinsic rewards can take the form of money, scholarships, or other incentives whereas intrinsic motivation is the self-motivation that comes with enjoying the task being carried out. This paper discusses extrinsic rewards and intrinsic motivation with participants in sporting events or exercising. Debate over the negative effect of extrinsic rewards on intrinsic motivation has been ongoing for over 40 years and remains an essential feature of industrial and organizational psychology (Cerasoli et al., 2014). Critics say that since the sports participant must participate in the sporting event or exercise, than whether or not they have ...

Introduction

In practice, Early Childhood Education is considered as one of the best environments for preschool age children based on a multitude of learning opportunities that it provides (Clark & Moss, 2005). This kind of early childhood education helps the children to foster in their language development, physical development and social ability in every dimension (Fasold, 1990). It is important that childhood teachers examine the trends in the today's society that influence the way the children play. Children's play behaviours will always be different depending on various contextual facts. For example, changes in the way technology get driven including children playing ...

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ABSTRACT
Young people in the United States are battling depression in record numbers, reaching an all-time high of 3 million patients in 2015. Researchers are continuing to search for alternative or additional methods than therapy and medications to improve depressive symptoms in teenagers and young adults. Some studies have demonstrated that as possible option in easing depression is physical exercise. In addition to assisting mental health issues, exercise promotes social interaction, physical health, and appearance. However, research has focused primarily on adults and therefore additional studies are needed with focus on the impact of exercise on depression in young ...

The advancement in communication technology coupled with improvement in smartphone App application software enhances user flexibility in communication platform supported by the UTAUT (Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology) concepts. The growing tendency of data security concerns among the mobile users is of the essence for smooth trade and efficient payment services to be in place. Regardless of age differences among mobile device users, improvement of data security is of high impact for improved performance of the technology. The existence of the Generation X platform anchored on the G-network accelerates the rate of acceptance of internet services ...

Investing in Saudi Arabia Market: Oil and Gas Services

Dissertation Proposal
Rationale of the Study
The rationale of the study is stipulated by the necessity to extend the analysis of the investment opportunities in Saudi Arabia market, the greatest oil, and gas supplier on the Arab Peninsula. The role of Saudi Arabia in the global economy is determined by the significant amounts of raw hydrocarbon deposits – the explored volumes of oil and gas equal to 40,3% and 22,7% of the world deposit accordingly. The experts estimate the financial assets of public and private Saudi Arabian structures in around $4 trillion. Economic and political processes taking place ...

The Association between Physical Activity and Level of Depression among Youths in the United States

Prospectus: The Association between Physical Activity and Level of Depression among Youths in the United States
Introduction
According to a recent presentation by The Center for Disease and Control and Prevention, frequent physical activity among youths and adolescents is an important factor in enhancing strength, stamina and is helpful in building healthy bones and muscles (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2015). It was also discovered that physical activities are a critical factor in reducing stress and depression among the youths. Failing to engage in regular physical activity has been established to cause obesity and overweight as well as ...

General Problem Statement

Homelessness is a worldwide phenomenon observed in all nations regardless of economic development status. Many often believe homelessness is only a result of financial distress but there are many instances wherein homelessness is a result of other circumstances; advocates of the financial viewpoint – Miller, Herzberg, and Ray (2012) – claimed the urgency of addressing economic problems of society to effectively deal and combat homelessness. In contrast, Wright (2009) emphasized political and social origins of the problem rather than economic ones In the hopes of helping the problem, Hodas and Myers highlighted social and educational issues in schools that impact children ...

A Critical Analysis of the Role of Product Design and Service Design in Achieving Design Management Goals within the UK Supermarket Retail Chains – A Case Study of Tesco, UK.

Introduction

In the world of business, firms compete to gain a stronger market share. This is done by utilising a firm’s core competencies and strengths and converting it to competitive advantage in order to provide a stronger appeal to consumers. Thus, most firms maintain an emergent corporate strategy whereby they observe trends on the markets and make changes to their business units in order to remain relevant to consumers and ...

Sustainability Strategies of Small Business Owners

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Prospectus: Entrepreneurial Attributes and Competencies of Small Business Owners

Foundation of the Study
There are 28 million small businesses owners are the engine of America’s economy (Business & Industry, 2015). Small businesses are responsible for creating enough jobs for over one-half of the employees in the USA (SBA, 2015). Healthy and thriving small businesses across the country are necessary to stabilize the economy and the mission of the SBA is to support those business owners with loans, practical knowledge, and improving the circumstances for promising small business owners (SBA, 2015).

The purpose of this study is to explore strategies that small business owners use to sustain the business.

Background of the Problem
The amount of new small business startups is approximately 10 to 12% each ...

Parents’ experience and successful adjustments after the return of the child from a long-term stay at a residential treatment center

Literature Review
When a child is admitted to a residential treatment center (RTC), the parent retains the rights and responsibilities of care regarding that child in all life issues (Hopkins, Kamins, Happ, & Hunt, 2008). Children below the age of 17 are under the protection of their parents especially in issues regarding decision making and approvals (Children's, 2009). However, once the children meet the legal age of adulthood at 18 years and above, they may have rights to restrict the release of some information to their parents. As an adult, the patient harbors the right to make decisions inclusive of ...

Introduction

The world economy is on a continuous upward growth trend since the past decades. With the world population continuously surging to new highs, it is only normal for the greater world economy to expand with it. After all, every person or population consumes a certain volume of product or service. This means that the larger the population is, the greater the demand for market products and services would be. The world economy can be divided into various fields and industries. It is important to note that each economic sector and or industry experiences a more or less unique trajectory and pace in ...

Description of the Organization

The organization is a private academic healthcare institution with facilities for research. It has 100 inpatient beds and different specialty departments, including the accident and emergency department (ED), as well as outpatient services. With an average annual of 20,000 inpatients and 450,000 outpatients, the organization is one of the largest healthcare providers in the Northern Emirates with different branches in the other emirates.
The President of the organization, the administrative director, and the hospital director makes up the Upper Management. It has different departments with a head, operational core, and supporting staff. The organization structure is characteristic of a ...

Dissertation Proposal: Public Health-Epidemiology

Introduction
- Problem Statement
- Purpose of Study
- Significance

Dissertation Prospectus

- Background
- Framework
- Research questions/hypothesis
- Nature of Study
- Content Analysis

Conclusion

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Abstract

Genital herpes is said to be on the rise. It is a significant public health issue, especially, among teens because being a sexually transmission of the disease. This dissertation seeks to explore the incidence of genital herpes among high school teenagers with in determining the extent to which it is prevalence among this population.

Dissertation Proposal: Public Health-Epidemiology

An Exploration into Incidences of Genital Herpes among
Introduction
Problem Statement
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1.1 Overview of the Topic

Middle school is a level of study that involves the transition of students from being children to teenagers, and such children are faced by both internal and external changes. Internally, they are facing the onset of hormonal changes occasioned by the onset of adolescence while externally they grapple with esteem issues and the need for freedom. Children in middle school present a complex disciplinary conundrum that requires tact and skill to manage effectively. This is in part due to idea of figuring out criteria for social interactions and in part due to minimal or lack of understanding on matters relating to ...