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HM 201: Introduction to Management in the Hospitality Industry

School: Pennsylvania State University

Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 11

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Logrolling: Political Compromise or Efficiency Hinderance?
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Explore logrolling, the exchange of reciprocal support in politics. Understand how it fosters collaboration yet can hinder policy efficiency. The balance between gaining support and ensuring transparency is crucial in this political maneuver.

Cost vs. Market: Decoding Inventory Valuation in Financial Accounting
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Unpack the complexities of the 'Cost' and 'Market' concepts in financial accounting. Explore how inventory valuation impacts a business's financial health and the importance of conservative valuation in financial reporting.

Decoding Consumer Choices: Utility, Value, and Budget in Economics
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Witness Janice's decision-making process at a market, weighing perceived value against costs. Understand the dynamics of consumer choice in economics. Learn how maximizing utility and budget constraints affect purchasing decisions.

Bond Holding-Period Return: Calculating Investment Yield
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Explore the fundamentals of bond investments in this video, focusing on calculating the holding-period return. Learn how changes in yield to maturity can impact your investment returns. Discover the key factors affecting bond prices and make informed investment decisions.

Contra Revenue Accounts: Adjusting for True Revenue in Accounting
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Discover the unique role of contra revenue accounts in accounting, emphasizing their debit balance nature and their use in adjusting gross revenue. Explore examples like sales discounts, returns, and allowances to grasp their impact on a company's reported income.

Externalities: Market Effects & Societal Impacts
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Explore the concept of externalities, the unintended market effects impacting third parties. Through examples of pollution and neighborhood beautification, understand how externalities can lead to market inefficiencies. Discover interventions, like taxes and subsidies, designed to align private and social costs.

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