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    <dcterms:title><![CDATA[ICSID Arbitration and Turkey in Terms of Subject and Party]]></dcterms:title>
    <dcterms:abstract><![CDATA[The International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) is an  autonomous international institution established under the Convention on the  Settlement of Investment Disputes between States and Nationals of Other  States (the ICSID or the Washington Convention) with over one hundred and  fifty five member States. Turkey signed and ratified ICSID Convention. The  primary purpose of ICSID is to provide facilities for conciliation and arbitration  of international investment disputes.  ICSID has become the leading arbitration institution for the resolution of  investor-state disputes. This arbitration system is different from the other  arbitration. First of all, ICSID was established by the Convention as an impartial  international forum providing facilities for the resolution of legal disputes  between eligible parties, through arbitration procedures. Second, The  Convention sought to remove major impediments to the free international  flows of private investment posed by non-commercial risks and the absence of  specialized international methods for investment dispute settlement. Third,  recourse to the ICSID facilities is always subject to the parties&#039; consent. Fourth,  as evidenced by its large membership, considerable caseload, and by the  numerous references to its arbitration facilities in investment treaties and  laws, ICSID plays an important role in the field of international investment and  economic development.  Today, companies considering an investment in a foreign country, must be  aware of ICSID and the other treaties providing access to ICSID. For example,  Bilateral Investment Treaties (BIT’s) Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) and  Multilateral Treaties (MIT’s). Turkey has signed namerous BIT’s with different  countries. Furthermore, Turkey ratified the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) that  includes a provision regarding ICSID arbitration. Due to the steps taken by  Turkey to create a more appropriate legal climate for investments during 90’s,  foreign investors have brought eight arbitration cases before the ICSID against  Turkey since 2002.  In this study, firstly, ICSID arbitration system and arbitration cases against  Turkey will be taken hand. Then Turkish investor’s cases against host state will  be indicate. Finally general assesment will be made for Turkey and the other  parties of ICSID Convention.  Keywords: Arbitartion, Investment, ICSID, Turkey.]]></dcterms:abstract>
    <dcterms:publisher><![CDATA[International Burch University]]></dcterms:publisher>
    <dcterms:date><![CDATA[2013-05-10]]></dcterms:date>
    <dcterms:extent><![CDATA[1618]]></dcterms:extent>
    <dcterms:identifier><![CDATA[ISSN 978-9958-834-23-3     ]]></dcterms:identifier>
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    <dcterms:title><![CDATA[Price Discrimination Approach on the Example of  UniCredit Bank dd Mostar]]></dcterms:title>
    <dcterms:abstract><![CDATA[The aim of this study is to clarify the concept of the price discrimination  and to show how this concept is used in banking business on the example  of the UniCredit Bank dd Mostar. Price discrimination refers to any no  uniform pricing policy used by a firm with market power to maximize its  profit. Price Discrimination leads to change in both, quantity and price. So  it is also called no uniform pricing, charging customers different prices for  the same product or charging the single customer a price that varies  depending how many units the customer buys. There are 3 degrees of  Price Discrimination. : 1st degree is different prices for both consumers  and units, 2nd degree is different prices for different units and 3rd degree  is different prices to different consumers. UniCredit Bank d.d. was the first  bank in Bosnia and Herzegovina that introduced a new, unique approach  to client service model. The basic characteristic of the whole business of  the Bank was actually based on the segmentation of clients (existing and  new-potential) with complex business lines. The business lines included  meeting the needs of clients and facing in accordance with their  capabilities and needs. Characteristics of the business model UniCredit  Bank dd was the segmental approach to the client, so that the clusters of  customers would fit similar characteristics, preferences and market  position, and assign them a special service model defined by each business  line. JES! Package account is present on the market since 2006 in the form  of 4 different models adapted to the needs of the client and used by more  than 50,000 customers. JES! account package is available in several  different models - Optimum, Expert, Student and Senior. Account package  is also practical, useful, stylish and affordable.  Keywords: Price Discrimination, Different Customers, Profit, UniCredit  Bank, Banking Products, client service model.]]></dcterms:abstract>
    <dcterms:publisher><![CDATA[International Burch University]]></dcterms:publisher>
    <dcterms:date><![CDATA[2013-05-10]]></dcterms:date>
    <dcterms:extent><![CDATA[1630]]></dcterms:extent>
    <dcterms:identifier><![CDATA[ISSN 978-9958-834-23-3     ]]></dcterms:identifier>
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    <dcterms:title><![CDATA[Vertical Integration on the Example of Agrokor]]></dcterms:title>
    <dcterms:abstract><![CDATA[This study will provide the explanation of the vertical integration, benefits  and show the application of the vertical integration in the real business on  the example of the Croatian company Agrokor. There are always important  transactions between a multinational`s operations in different countries.  The output of one subsidiary is often an input into the production of  another. Or technology developed in one country may be used in others.  Or management may usefully coordinate the activities of plants in several  countries. Multinationals exist because it turns out to be more profitable  to carry out these transactions within a firm rather than between firms.  This means that multinationals engaged in internalization. If you want  something done right, do it yourself. Many transactions are more  profitably conducted within a firm rather than between firms. Also many  activities in different countries may be usefully integrated in a single firm.  One of example of vertical integrated firm in Balkan is Agrokor, Croatian  company. In 1989 the joint-stock company Agrokor was registered. The  Agrokor Group is the largest private company in Croatia and one of the  leading regional companies Apart from the Croatian companies, the  Agrokor Group today also comprises companies from all over the region  acquired during the last few years: Ledo Čitluk, Sarajevski kiseljak, Velpro  Sarajevo, Frikom, Dijamant, Idea, Ledo Hungary and Fonyodi. From this  example it is seen that vertical integrated firms benefits to all participants  in the process of production and performing business.  Keywords: Vertical Integration, Multinational Company, Production,  Subsidiary, Profitability.]]></dcterms:abstract>
    <dcterms:publisher><![CDATA[International Burch University]]></dcterms:publisher>
    <dcterms:date><![CDATA[2013-05-10]]></dcterms:date>
    <dcterms:extent><![CDATA[1678]]></dcterms:extent>
    <dcterms:identifier><![CDATA[ISSN 978-9958-834-23-3     ]]></dcterms:identifier>
</rdf:Description><rdf:Description rdf:about="https://omeka.ibu.edu.ba/items/show/1591">
    <dcterms:title><![CDATA[Fragility of Emerging Stock Markets; a Comparison  between B&amp;H, Croatia and Serbia]]></dcterms:title>
    <dcterms:abstract><![CDATA[This study investigates the how emerging stock markets respond to  external and internal shocks. Daily stock market data from three southeast  emerging European countries are used.  GARCH (1, 1) model is employed. Daily stock markets indices are obtained  from the selected stock markets and data stream for the period January  2000 to December 2011.  Augmented Dicky Fuller unit root test and co-integration test are used to  gauge out linkages between stock markets.  The results of the study can be the useful resource for future research.  Keywords: Fragility, Emerging Stock Markets in Bosnia, Croatia, Serbia.]]></dcterms:abstract>
    <dcterms:publisher><![CDATA[International Burch University]]></dcterms:publisher>
    <dcterms:date><![CDATA[2013-05-10]]></dcterms:date>
    <dcterms:extent><![CDATA[1460]]></dcterms:extent>
    <dcterms:identifier><![CDATA[ISSN 2303-4564     ]]></dcterms:identifier>
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    <dcterms:title><![CDATA[Correlation of Change in Fundamental Indicators and  Stock Price Movements on Sarajevo Stock Exchange]]></dcterms:title>
    <dcterms:abstract><![CDATA[Fundamental analysis is regarded as one of the key tools in evaluating  securities by examining intrinsic value of the business, trough primarily the  analysis of its financial statements. Although in the short run, various  factors might influence investment sentiment and thus stock price  movements, in the long run fundamentals should determine stock price  performance. Sarajevo Stock Exchange is a pioneering enterprise in the  development of a capital market in Bosnian transition economy. Upon  examining stock price movements and trade volumes over its ten year  history, it is difficult to argue that high volatility in both factors can be  attributed to changes in corporate fundamentals. We can thus argue that  irrational or speculative determinants are at play; a discouraging prospect  for a developing capital market. In order to investigate the correlation  between the change in fundamental indicators and stock price  movements, ten major companies listed on the exchange were selected  using pre-defined criteria, and key fundamental indicators, as well as stock  price volatility was examined for a five year period during which Sarajevo  Stock Exchange had highest trade volumes. The results indicate that ratios  that are price-independent have volatility ten times lower than ratios that  are price-determined. Additionally, stock price analysis indicates high  standard deviation; a traditionally accepted measure of volatility and intrayear  stock price spreads often reach hundreds of percent. Furthermore,  when selected indicators are correlated with stock price movements, the  research determined that correlation coefficients are low, sometimes  negative, suggesting no linear relationship between the change in  fundamental indicators and the change in the price of the security. The  result of high-risk high-volatility market situation was a significant decline  in value of securities listed on the exchange. This decline led to a loss of  confidence of individual investors in the exchange which can be illustrated  by low trading volumes in the last few years, usually in the region of 1% to  3% of 2007 levels. The exchange thus is incapable of serving most of  functions traditionally associated with the business.  Keywords: Stock Price Volatility, Fundamental Analysis, Sarajevo Stock  Exchange.]]></dcterms:abstract>
    <dcterms:publisher><![CDATA[International Burch University]]></dcterms:publisher>
    <dcterms:date><![CDATA[2013-05-10]]></dcterms:date>
    <dcterms:extent><![CDATA[1512]]></dcterms:extent>
    <dcterms:identifier><![CDATA[ISSN 978-9958-834-23-3     ]]></dcterms:identifier>
</rdf:Description><rdf:Description rdf:about="https://omeka.ibu.edu.ba/items/show/1593">
    <dcterms:title><![CDATA[How to Overcome the Crisis in Relations between the  European Union and Turkey]]></dcterms:title>
    <dcterms:abstract><![CDATA[There has been a slowdown in the accession negotiations due to the  blockage of negotiations chapters since 2006. EU affairs have lost their  past lure in Turkey. And, Turkey decided to freeze its relations with the  Presidency of the Council of the EU during the second half of 2012 and not  to attend meetings chaired by the Cyprus EU Presidency. But despite these  negative developments, the enhanced political dialogue between the EU  and Turkey has continued. In this framework, the European Union has  proposed a new positive agenda in order to enhance Turkey-EU relations  and promote reforms in Turkey. The aim of this process is to keep the  accession process of Turkey alive and bring a new momentum into Turkey-  EU relations. In addition to, the new government in France gives signals it  could reconsider its position with regard to the negotiation chapters that  had blocked in 2007.  Therefore, at present, serious efforts are needed to revive the negotiation  process with a new impetus.  Keywords: international relations, the European Union]]></dcterms:abstract>
    <dcterms:publisher><![CDATA[International Burch University]]></dcterms:publisher>
    <dcterms:date><![CDATA[2013-05-10]]></dcterms:date>
    <dcterms:extent><![CDATA[1616]]></dcterms:extent>
    <dcterms:identifier><![CDATA[ISSN 978-9958-834-23-3     ]]></dcterms:identifier>
</rdf:Description><rdf:Description rdf:about="https://omeka.ibu.edu.ba/items/show/1594">
    <dcterms:title><![CDATA[Morality and Ethics of Accounting]]></dcterms:title>
    <dcterms:abstract><![CDATA[In our present day, even though morality and ethics are used  interchangeably in most cases, what they refer to is usually different.  Accounting morality may vary according to time and space, however, when  the ethics in accounting is mentioned, what is usually observed is whether  the methods employed by accounting to achieve its goals are righteous or  unrighteous. This rectitude is not relative but absolute righteousness. This  study aims to analyze the concept of ethics in the profession of  accountancy, how these codes of ethics are formed, and the influence of  both public administration and business circles on these codes and how  individuals currently employed in the accountancy business interpret these  codes. The implementation difficulties of codes of ethics which the  employed in the profession need to conform to for the social benefits,  welfare, and professional dignity, the measures taken by the chambers and  joint work groups, and the suggestions provided by the professionals that  will contribute to the process will be given at the end of the study.  Keywords: Morality in Accounting, Ethics, Ethics in Accounting, Business  Ethics.]]></dcterms:abstract>
    <dcterms:publisher><![CDATA[International Burch University]]></dcterms:publisher>
    <dcterms:date><![CDATA[2013-05-10]]></dcterms:date>
    <dcterms:extent><![CDATA[1543]]></dcterms:extent>
    <dcterms:identifier><![CDATA[ISSN 978-9958-834-23-3     ]]></dcterms:identifier>
</rdf:Description><rdf:Description rdf:about="https://omeka.ibu.edu.ba/items/show/1595">
    <dcterms:title><![CDATA[The Measurement of Brand Personality in the City  Brand: a case of Kayseri]]></dcterms:title>
    <dcterms:abstract><![CDATA[Cities all over the world use several conduits to promote themselves to  relevant audiences such as investors, visitors and residents and in their  efforts they commonly include striking logos and captivating slogans that  feature in welcoming websites and advertising campaigns in national and  international media. Because of those, city branding has in recent years  become a prevailing activity within city management. Also brand  personality component is major component of city brand identity.  In this context, the main subject of the study is to evaluate brand  personality dimensions of Kayseri city. This paper first describes the rise of  city branding and the essentials of brand personality of city brand.  Afterwards developed brand personality scale for products and service has  been adapted to city branding. Sample of the study has been conducted at  the universities in Kayseri. Data were collected via an online survey and  face to face survey. Findings have been analyzed by factor and one way  ANOVA analysis using SPSS 16 Program.  Keywords: City Brand, Brand Personality, Brand Identity.]]></dcterms:abstract>
    <dcterms:publisher><![CDATA[International Burch University]]></dcterms:publisher>
    <dcterms:date><![CDATA[2013-05-10]]></dcterms:date>
    <dcterms:extent><![CDATA[1567]]></dcterms:extent>
    <dcterms:identifier><![CDATA[ISSN 978-9958-834-23-3     ]]></dcterms:identifier>
</rdf:Description><rdf:Description rdf:about="https://omeka.ibu.edu.ba/items/show/1596">
    <dcterms:title><![CDATA[An Evaluation of Turkey’s Role in the “War on Terror”:  ISAF Case]]></dcterms:title>
    <dcterms:abstract><![CDATA[After 9/11 World Trade Center terror attacks a large scale operation was  conducted by US and its allies against Afghanistan. After the battle was  won some thought the main aim was achieved but as the time passed by it  was seen that destroying an authority and replacing nothing was not an  effective solution. The ISAF operation has become an impasse for the  NATO forces. The aim of this study is to discuss the role of Turkey in ISAF as  a peacekeeping force. Among the many participants of ISAF mission Turkey  has a significant role as the only NATO member with a Muslim majority.  Thanks to her shared values and past with Afghan people and the effective  strategy of Turkish armed forces Turkey has proved to be the most  successful peacekeeping force in Afghanistan.  Keywords: NATO, ISAF, Turkey, Peacekeeping, War on Terror.]]></dcterms:abstract>
    <dcterms:publisher><![CDATA[International Burch University]]></dcterms:publisher>
    <dcterms:date><![CDATA[2013-05-10]]></dcterms:date>
    <dcterms:extent><![CDATA[1584]]></dcterms:extent>
    <dcterms:identifier><![CDATA[ISSN 2303-4564     ]]></dcterms:identifier>
</rdf:Description><rdf:Description rdf:about="https://omeka.ibu.edu.ba/items/show/1597">
    <dcterms:title><![CDATA[Problems of the Turkish Political Parties and the Turgut  Ozal’s Party ANAP]]></dcterms:title>
    <dcterms:abstract><![CDATA[A lot of political parties were established in Turkey, so far. But a large  majority of them were dissolved or couldn’t live long-term. In this respect,  Turkish political history is the history of short-lived political parties without  CHP (Republican Populist Party). Both in Ottoman Period or Republican  Period there were no durable political party. Whereas, when we look at  United States and European Countries, we see long-lived and durable  political parties, e.g. Republican Party in U.S and Conservative Party in U.K.  etc.  In this point, Turgut Özal’s Motherland Party can be considered one of the  most excellent examples of the short-lived parties in Turkey. This party was  established in 1983 and then, it has finished its life in 20 years. What was  the reason for this finishing? İn this view, our study aims to indicate the  common problems of the Turkish political parties by analysing Motherland  Party (ANAP), for instance, weakness of institutionalism, leader-oriented  extremely, patronage system etc.  Keywords: Özal, ANAP, Turkish Political Parties, U.S Parties, European  Parties, Weak institutionalism.]]></dcterms:abstract>
    <dcterms:publisher><![CDATA[International Burch University]]></dcterms:publisher>
    <dcterms:date><![CDATA[2013-05-10]]></dcterms:date>
    <dcterms:extent><![CDATA[1631]]></dcterms:extent>
    <dcterms:identifier><![CDATA[ISSN 978-9958-834-23-3     ]]></dcterms:identifier>
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