“Any theory of executive compensation must be able to consistently explain two stylized facts – the increase in executive compensation that has occurred relative to average pay, and the higher executive compensation in the United States relative to that in other countries.” Discuss.

The 2008 sub-prime mortgage crisis in the United States could have been mitigated by applying prudent credit management. Explain in detail how proper credit risk and assessment could have diverted the course of unfortunate events.

Compare how the United States differs from another country of your choice on Hofstede's dimensions of culture. Explain how your knowledge of these differences would influence you as a global manager if you were doing business internationally?

The average electric cost for mid-size manufacturing companies operating in the western United States is $0.10 / KWHr, with a standard deviation of $0.03 / KWHr. A sample of 35 companies are surveyed. What is the likelihood that the sample mean is less than $0.09?

Inflation in the United States is currently at 1.7%. What affect will this have on businesses with regards to the economic concept of menu costs? What businesses would be most affected by menu costs and does this ultimately help or hurt the inflation level in the economy?

Product made from a global organization? Provide a brief description of the product and the organization that develops the product. What are the advantages and disadvantages of the product sold internationally? What would be the advantages and disadvantages if the product were sold solely in the United States?

1. During an expansionary phase on the business cycle, explain what type of problem the United States will face. In order to correct, this problem what type of policy will the Federal Reserve Bank and the U.S Government engage in? Explain each policy in detail.

Calvinists had a disproportionate influence in shaping the future culture of the United States. What are the two of the key features of Calvinism and briefly describe and discuss two specific ways in which Calvinism influenced the development of American religion, politics, and culture.

Why do you think market economies such as the United States encourage competition and discourage monopoly? Which do you think should be encouraged? How would your choice (competition or monopoly) affect you personally as a consumer?