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The Deutsche Bank (A)
Moss, David A.Case HBS-708044-EFinanceFounded in 1870 to help finance surging German exports and imports, the Deutsche Bank soon moved into domestic banking. In fact, its founders aimed to create both a commercial bank and an investment bank under one roof--that is, a "universal bank." By the end of the nineteenth century, the Deutsche Bank was not only the largest bank in Germany, but also a strategic actor in the broader European market and, indeed, in the world economy. Over the f...Starting at €8.20
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Unemployment in France: "Priority Number One" (Spanish Version)
Moss, David A.Case HBS-707S28EconomicsExplores the problem of French unemployment on the eve of the presidential elections of 1995. Traces the development of social and economic policies under President Mitterrand and surveys leading explanations for the nation's mounting unemployment crisis. One major theme concerns possible contradictions between France's commitment to European integration and its commitment to expansive social protection for French citizens. Another important them...Starting at €8.20
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Danatbank
Moss, David A.; Bolton, Cole; Novo, AndrewCase HBS-710059-EEconomicsIn the summer of 1931, Germany was struggling with a deepening economic crisis. Production had fallen, unemployment was high, and bank deposits and gold were being withdrawn from the country at a rapid pace, threatening the value of the German mark. The country's third largest bank, the Danatbank, was especially hard hit by the flagging economy and the flight of capital. By July, the Danatbank was on the verge of collapse, and the bank's charisma...Starting at €8.20
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Johannes Linden: Managing the Global Executive Committee
Hill, Linda A.; Rennella, MarkCase HBS-913509-ELeadership and People ManagementJohannes Linden is the Director of the Washer and Dryer division of Fluss, a large Swiss appliance manufacturer. Soon after the company completes its revenue projections and bonus targets for the upcoming year, Linden shares some good news with his leadership team, the Global Executive Committee (GEC): an internal R&D effort to develop cheaper steel for the company's products has finished a year ahead of schedule. This will translate into a signi...Starting at €8.20
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Managing the Global Executive Committee (Spanish version)
Hill, Linda A.; Rennella, MarkCase HBS-915S02Leadership and People Managementan internal R&D effort to develop cheaper steel for the company's products has finished a year ahead of schedule. This will translate into a significant reduction in costs across the division. When Linden proposes readjusting revenue expectations and sales targets accordingly, he is surprised to find that the GEC does not agree with him. Among other issues, employee bonuses are involved. Linden, with a reputation for being open and knowledgeable...Starting at €8.20
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Johannes Linden: Managing the Global Executive Committee, Teaching Note
Hill, Linda A.; Rennella, MarkTeaching Note HBS-913510-ELeadership and People ManagementTeaching Note for Product Number 913509.Starting at €0.00
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Zotter - Living by Chocolate
Khaire, Mukti; Aichinger, Stefan; Hoffman, Monika; Schnoedl, MaximilianCase HBS-810091-EEntrepreneurshipTo maximize their effectiveness, color cases should be printed in color. This case is about a boutique chocolate manufacturer's decision to grow. Zotter, an Austrian company that was a pioneer in the organic and Fairtrade chocolate movement, uses the traditional confit technique to make premium hand-scooped chocolates in unusual and innovative flavor combinations. Having done many novel things to educate the market about the value of premium, org...Starting at €8.20