Business Student Research Forum
Christina Jiminez recieves the first place award in the 2010 Student Research forum from Dr. Doug Bible, Associate Dean of the School of Business. Event organizer, Dr. Binshan Lin, is shown in the doorway.
The LSUS Business Student Research Forum celebrates excellence and creativity in business research, and offers an opportunity to share the expertise our students have gained during studies in the LSUS School of Business. Students, visitors, and even faculty can learn what students have discovered through their business research projects.
The goal of this Forum is to showcase the quality and diversity of LSUS business student research projects and present it to both on- and off-campus community. The 2010 Forum featured fifteen excellent business research projects developed by eight MBA/ET MBA students and ten undergraduate students under the guidance of seven faculty mentors. This year’s research projects included case studies based on student interaction with actual businesses, survey data or results of other empirical studies, secondary research related to a business firm or particular industry, and simulation/modeling research. The results of our students’ research projects were displayed in posters and showcased at the Forum, which was held Friday, November 5th, in the University Center.
To learn more about this year's research projects, click on one or more the links shown below:
FIRST PLACE -- Christina Jiminez: "Globalization: Is it Good or Bad?"
This secondary data project sought to uncover some key truths and myths regarding globalization.
SECOND PLACE -- Tasmin Plater: "Can CVS as a Company Survive without the Front Store or the Pharmacy?"
Using case data, this study examined whether CVS could survive with its pharmacy department or retail store area.
Joey Brown: "Risks and Rewards of Implementing a New ERP System"
This business case study sought to determine the relevant issues to be considered when implementing an ERP system.
Jazmin Jernigan-Coleman: "Exploring the Components of a Successful Startup"
This research examined and defined various components that aid entrepreneurs in starting a business venture.
Hie Chee Chan: "Behavioral Investing"
This secondary data project explored how emotions impact money management decisions.
Ana De La Luz: "Retailers in Germany"
The purpose of this research study is to understand retailing and distribution trends in Germany.
Aida Hernandez: "Retailers in Mexico"
This research project sought to learn more about retailing and distribution trends in Mexico.
Karen Johnson: "Can the "Vinyard" Thrive in Bossier Parish?"
The purpose of this research study was to determine the feasibility of a business.
Laura McCormick: "The Green Bottom Line: Can IT Triple it?"
This project focuses on how a strategic approach to IT can affect sustainability practices.
Lisa Moore: "Value-based Management"
Value-based management frameworks are reviewed and evaluated for real-world application.
Angela Parker: "A Case Study of Angel Ice Jewelry"
This study sought to conduct an e-commerce and marketing analysis for Angel Ice Jewelry.
Quinton Shamsabady: "Is Your Business Prepared?"
Crisis management in business is explored.
Amy Thibodeaux: "Haynesville Shale: Economic Effect & Cost Analysis"
This research project examines economic aspects of the Haynesville Shale for Shreveport, LA.
Jeff Williams: "Forecasting Area Home Sale Prices"
Home values are predicted for a particular area via multiple linear regression analysis.
Shywa York: Job Prospects and Job Security in the Retail Industry
This secondary data project sought to evaluate retail management as a potential career choice.
