Student Advisory Network- ის ორგანიზებით, საზღვარგარეთ მაგისტრატურაში სწავლის გაგრძელების მსურველებისათვის მოაწყო საინფორმაციო, საკონსულტაციო შეხვედრა.
მოწვეული სტუმრებმა შეხვედრის განმავლობაში დამსწრე აუდიტორიას გაუზიარეს პრაქტიკული გამოცდილება და მიაწოდეს ინფორმაცია ისეთ ძირითად საკითხებზე, როგორიცაა :
* IELTS / TOEFL, GRE / GMAT სტანდარტული მისაღები გამოცდები ამერიკისა და ევროპის უნივერისტეტებში სამაგისტრო პროგრამებისათვის;
* სასურველი სამაგისტრო პროგრამის მოძიება;
* სრული ან ნაწილობრივი დაფინანსების მოპოვება;
მოწვეული სტუმრები :
გიორგი ჩავლეიშვილი - Liberal Enhanced Arts Foundation. დირექტორი;
Erasmus Mundus - ის წარმომადგენლობა საქართველოში;
DAAD-ს წარმომადგენლობა საქართველოში.
ადგილი და დრო:
2013 წლის 25 სექტემბერი, 17:20 საათი
დიდი დიღმის საუნივერსიტეტო კამპუსი (დ.აღმაშენებლის ხეივანი 13 კმ.) აუდიტორია № 200 - საკონფერენციო დარბაზი
საკონტაქტო ინფორმაცია
ტელ.: 555 00 55 61
ელფოსტა: gtabi12@freeuni.edu.ge
www.FB.com/GetEducationAbroad
Master's Thesis - climateprediction.net: A Cloudy Approachkabute
The document discusses migrating the climateprediction.net project's computing infrastructure to the cloud to address issues with long simulation times and resource constraints. It outlines measuring simulation times on AWS instances, developing a central control system with a scheduler and dashboard to manage cloud resources, and storing simulation outputs in S3. The objectives of enabling simulations in the cloud, creating metrics and reducing costs were achieved, with next steps including migrating the BOINC server and improving scheduler control of clients.
Investment opportunities in Kosovo - FDI perceptions UBT University
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is an important source of capital and economic growth for developing countries. It provides a package of new technologies, management techniques, finance and market access for the production of goods and services. However, attracting FDI is a major challenge for host countries as it opens the challenge of identifying the major factors that motivate and affect the decision for FDI location.
In this context, this study aims at learning the perception of foreign companies and business associations regarding the business environment and the investment climate in Kosovo. Additionally it tries to understand what do they latter consider to be the strongest potentials that Kosovo provides, and the areas that need to be improved.
Finally, the results from the questionnaire taken with existing foreign investors, interviews with business associations and analyses of the World Bank report “Doing Business2011” will be the main focus of this project. The results of this study aims to give a clear picture of motivations, concerns and suggestions for improving the investment and business environment in Kosovo.
Master Thesis presentation (MSc. Managament @ Solvay Brussels School of Economics & Management) Brice Moureau: "Creating a Venture Capital Fund in Cleantech: a Case Study"
Student Advisory Network- ის ორგანიზებით, საზღვარგარეთ მაგისტრატურაში სწავლის გაგრძელების მსურველებისათვის მოაწყო საინფორმაციო, საკონსულტაციო შეხვედრა.
მოწვეული სტუმრებმა შეხვედრის განმავლობაში დამსწრე აუდიტორიას გაუზიარეს პრაქტიკული გამოცდილება და მიაწოდეს ინფორმაცია ისეთ ძირითად საკითხებზე, როგორიცაა :
* IELTS / TOEFL, GRE / GMAT სტანდარტული მისაღები გამოცდები ამერიკისა და ევროპის უნივერისტეტებში სამაგისტრო პროგრამებისათვის;
* სასურველი სამაგისტრო პროგრამის მოძიება;
* სრული ან ნაწილობრივი დაფინანსების მოპოვება;
მოწვეული სტუმრები :
გიორგი ჩავლეიშვილი - Liberal Enhanced Arts Foundation. დირექტორი;
Erasmus Mundus - ის წარმომადგენლობა საქართველოში;
DAAD-ს წარმომადგენლობა საქართველოში.
ადგილი და დრო:
2013 წლის 25 სექტემბერი, 17:20 საათი
დიდი დიღმის საუნივერსიტეტო კამპუსი (დ.აღმაშენებლის ხეივანი 13 კმ.) აუდიტორია № 200 - საკონფერენციო დარბაზი
საკონტაქტო ინფორმაცია
ტელ.: 555 00 55 61
ელფოსტა: gtabi12@freeuni.edu.ge
www.FB.com/GetEducationAbroad
Master's Thesis - climateprediction.net: A Cloudy Approachkabute
The document discusses migrating the climateprediction.net project's computing infrastructure to the cloud to address issues with long simulation times and resource constraints. It outlines measuring simulation times on AWS instances, developing a central control system with a scheduler and dashboard to manage cloud resources, and storing simulation outputs in S3. The objectives of enabling simulations in the cloud, creating metrics and reducing costs were achieved, with next steps including migrating the BOINC server and improving scheduler control of clients.
Investment opportunities in Kosovo - FDI perceptions UBT University
Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) is an important source of capital and economic growth for developing countries. It provides a package of new technologies, management techniques, finance and market access for the production of goods and services. However, attracting FDI is a major challenge for host countries as it opens the challenge of identifying the major factors that motivate and affect the decision for FDI location.
In this context, this study aims at learning the perception of foreign companies and business associations regarding the business environment and the investment climate in Kosovo. Additionally it tries to understand what do they latter consider to be the strongest potentials that Kosovo provides, and the areas that need to be improved.
Finally, the results from the questionnaire taken with existing foreign investors, interviews with business associations and analyses of the World Bank report “Doing Business2011” will be the main focus of this project. The results of this study aims to give a clear picture of motivations, concerns and suggestions for improving the investment and business environment in Kosovo.
Master Thesis presentation (MSc. Managament @ Solvay Brussels School of Economics & Management) Brice Moureau: "Creating a Venture Capital Fund in Cleantech: a Case Study"
Smrati Kumar Katiyar presented their thesis on analyzing return interval distributions of extreme events in long memory time series with two scaling exponents. The presentation included definitions of key terms like return intervals, long memory processes, and scaling exponents. It also described previous work showing the return interval distribution for long memory processes with one scaling exponent. The analysis involved both an analytical approach and a numerical approach to address return intervals in processes with two scaling exponents.
This master's thesis examines reflectance anisotropy of trees in ADS40 line-sensor images. The document discusses the motivation for interest in tree species identification, provides background on the ADS40 sensor and Hyytiälä forest test site, and presents experiments analyzing reflectance values with respect to view zenith angle, view azimuth angle, and tree crown position. Results show that front-lit reflectance increases with view zenith, back-lit reflectance decreases, and self-shaded sides fit a non-linear model better than linear. The outlook discusses potential improvements like addressing multicollinearities and different crown sampling.
Prashanth Balasubramanian presented his master's thesis on identifying the factors that led to the success of the North German maritime industry. He conducted interviews and analyzed Germany's cluster policies. He found the key factors were geographic location, infrastructure, support industries, human resources, innovation/technology, and demand. Cluster policies strengthened cooperation between research and companies. For India, he recommended improving ports and transport, developing research facilities, enhancing IT infrastructure, and implementing long-term cluster policies to develop its untapped maritime potential.
(141205) Masters_Thesis_Defense_Sundong_KimSundong Kim
Masters thesis defense presentation slide
Topic : Maximizing Influence over a Target user through Friend Recommendation
Presenter : Sundong Kim @ KAIST IsysE department
Keywords : Social network, Friend recommendation, Incremental Algorithm, Maximizing influence
A Study on Trends and Determinants of Outward Foreign Direct Investment and I...Vivekanandan M
This study analyzes trends and determinants of outward foreign direct investment from India from 2000-2010. It finds that 50% of India's OFDI went to the manufacturing sector, with the largest investments in Singapore ($15.3B) and Netherlands ($9.9B). OFDI is positively correlated with GDP and exports from India. Exchange rates influence location decisions, with depreciation increasing OFDI. After 2007, India's OFDI performance index above 1 indicates competitive overseas expansion. While OFDI grew, lack of government promotion limited it. In conclusion, the study provides insight into India's overseas investment patterns, relationships to macroeconomic factors, and the impact of exchange rates.
This document provides tips for writing a thesis. It discusses starting the writing process early by choosing a title and outline. The outline should summarize the argument in one sentence for each chapter. Material should be collected in a binder as it is researched. Examiners will want to understand the thesis quickly, so the abstract, conclusions, and contents should clearly convey the purpose and findings. Getting feedback from others helps improve the thesis before examination. Regularly interacting with potential examiners also helps them understand and appreciate the research.
This document provides tips for successfully defending a thesis. It outlines steps to take before, during, and after the defense. Key points include:
- Prepare thoroughly by scheduling the defense, distributing your thesis to panelists in advance, and practicing your presentation. Consider possible questions.
- On the day of the defense, dress professionally, be confident but not arrogant in your delivery, and limit your presentation to 45 minutes.
- During the defense, justify your methodology and study decisions, demonstrate full knowledge of the topic, and cite experts to support your views. Record panelist feedback.
- After the defense, thank your panelists, incorporate their feedback into your thesis, and meet deadlines for final submission
This document outlines the agenda and background for a proposal defense on examining the correlations between African American students' beliefs and academic outcomes. The study aims to explore how teachers' beliefs and school cultures affect African American students' attitudes, achievement, discipline referrals, and special education services. It will use a quantitative research design and collect data on students' and teachers' beliefs using instruments measuring stereotype threats, classroom environment, and discipline behaviors.
The document discusses the importance of conversations in developing relationships. It notes that while some advocate "selling the sizzle not the steak", engaging in meaningful conversations where common ground is found is better. The results of interviews with people on their dating experiences and favorite companies suggest that conversations matter because that's how relationships are formed. People are more inclined to connect with companies or products that fit their personality or lifestyle.
How to Defend your Thesis Proposal like a ProfessionalMiriam College
The document provides tips for successfully defending a thesis proposal. It recommends that students plan their presentation as a team, thoroughly prepare the content and delivery, and anticipate questions from the panel. On the day of the defense, it advises dressing professionally, being on time, praying for confidence but not arrogance, engaging the audience, and avoiding verbal tics or defensiveness. It also notes students should record feedback and thank the panelists after the successful defense.
Powerpoint presentation M.A. Thesis DefenceCatie Chase
This document summarizes a research study that examined self-determination in post-secondary students with learning disabilities based on whether they were identified as having an LD in primary/secondary school or as an adult. The study found no statistically significant differences in self-determination, as measured by a self-determination scale, between the two groups of students. The discussion considers limitations of the study related to measurement, sample size, and sampling biases. Implications are discussed for further examining the relationship between time of LD identification and self-determination with more reliable measures and larger sample sizes.
This study demonstrated a novel natural transformation mechanism in Actinobacillus actinomycetemcomitans (A.a.) that is independent of uptake signal sequences and the Tfox gene. The study showed that A.a. could be transformed with genomic and plasmid DNA present in microvesicles secreted into the growth medium of donor cells. This transformation occurred both in the presence and absence of components normally required for natural transformation in A.a. The results suggest outer membrane adhesion and fusion of donor microvesicles with recipient cells allows DNA delivery and homologous recombination. This novel mechanism could provide an easier method for genetically transforming A.a. compared to conventional techniques.
The document summarizes research being conducted on incorporating pile setup into pile design using Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD). The research aims to identify conditions where pile setup may be used, determine the reliability of pile setup prediction methods, and establish resistance factors. Field data on pile setup is presented from a bridge project in Louisiana. Methods for predicting pile setup are described, including empirical equations and static capacity methods using Cone Penetration Test data. Software tools for pile capacity analysis incorporating pile setup are identified.
The importance of Social Media on Corporate ReputationDilara Adaylar
The document summarizes a master's thesis defense on the importance of social media on corporate reputation. It includes an introduction, objectives and methodology, structure of the thesis, concepts of corporate reputation and social media, the importance of social media on corporate reputation, and conclusions. The thesis analyzed how social media positively and negatively impacts corporate reputation through a conceptual study and survey of 553 young Turkish consumers on their social media behaviors and opinions of corporate social media activities. The conclusions found that social media is an effective tool for companies to communicate with consumers and influence large groups but also poses risks like cyberattacks that companies must manage carefully.
This document outlines the dissertation of Naomi M. Mangatu titled "Beyond the Glass Ceiling: A Phenomenological Study of Women Managers in the Kenyan Banking Industry." The study explores the lived experiences of 24 women managers in Kenyan banks to understand factors contributing to or hindering their advancement to CEO positions. It uses a qualitative phenomenological research method and the van Kaam 7-step process for data analysis. The findings reveal that while women have made progress in their careers, few break through the glass ceiling to attain top leadership roles in Kenyan banks due to social pressures, cultural norms, and expectations that suppress women's advancement.
Corporate Social Media Marketing (SMM) Course Detailed OutlineAsif Anwar
Bangladesh Internet Marketing Professionals' Association (BIMPA) is offering Social Media Marketing (SMM) course for Bangladeshi online marketers, corporate employees, consultant, businesses, and entrepreneurs. This presentation is about the detailed outline of the Corporate SMM course. Initially hosted by Creative IT.
The course covers:
Class-1: Introduction to Social Media
- Social Media Marketing Basics
- Social Media Marketing Glossary
- Setting up Social Media Profiles and Pages
- Social Media Marketing Insights
- Defining social media goals and building strategy
- Some SMM Case Studies
Class-2: Social Medial Marketing (SMM) Research
- Understanding EdgeRank
- Measuring Social Media KPIs
- Klout and Social Media Influence
- Facebook Insights & Consumer Research (Analyze and research on your existing audience)
- Social Media Consumer Behavior
Class-3: Content Idea Generation & Development
- Keyword Research for SMM
- Social Media Listening Strategy
- Content Repurposing
Class-4: Social Networking and Target Marketing
- Datamining for Target Market
- Social Media Community Building & Management
- Understanding Graph Search
- B2B Lead Generation in Social Media
- Finding Social Media Influencers
- Using Owned Contacts in Social Media
Class-5: Social Media Advertising
- Social Media Advertising Options
- Determine Social Media Advertising Strategies
- Introducing ad dashboards in Facebook and LinkedIn
- Tips and Tricks in Social Media Advertising
- Social Media Advertising Case Studies
Class 6 & 7: Online Branding with SMM
- Social CRM & Social PR
- Best practices in SMM
- Location Based Branding (Marketing in specific geographic area)
- Personal Branding in Social Media
- B2B Branding with LinkedIn
- Social Media Event Management
- Subliminal Branding in Social Media
- Video Marketing (Gain more views and subscriptions for your videos)
Class-8: Social Media Optimization (SMO)
- Open Graph & Facebook Optimization
- Social Media Optimization or SMO (Optimizing Website for Social Media)
- Integrating Others Channels for Social Media
- Content Marketing Fundamentals
- Viral Content Strategies
- Increase Social Media Engagements
- Increase Audience (Increase Likes, Fans, Followers, Subscribers)
- Social Media Task Scheduling & Automation
- Tools for Monitoring Social Media (Listen & monitor competitive performance)
- Online Reputation Management
- Measuring Performance & KPIs
- Social Media Marketing (SMM) Tools
- SMM Resources and Followup (Ways to get help and learn more about SMM)
Smrati Kumar Katiyar presented their thesis on analyzing return interval distributions of extreme events in long memory time series with two scaling exponents. The presentation included definitions of key terms like return intervals, long memory processes, and scaling exponents. It also described previous work showing the return interval distribution for long memory processes with one scaling exponent. The analysis involved both an analytical approach and a numerical approach to address return intervals in processes with two scaling exponents.
This master's thesis examines reflectance anisotropy of trees in ADS40 line-sensor images. The document discusses the motivation for interest in tree species identification, provides background on the ADS40 sensor and Hyytiälä forest test site, and presents experiments analyzing reflectance values with respect to view zenith angle, view azimuth angle, and tree crown position. Results show that front-lit reflectance increases with view zenith, back-lit reflectance decreases, and self-shaded sides fit a non-linear model better than linear. The outlook discusses potential improvements like addressing multicollinearities and different crown sampling.
Prashanth Balasubramanian presented his master's thesis on identifying the factors that led to the success of the North German maritime industry. He conducted interviews and analyzed Germany's cluster policies. He found the key factors were geographic location, infrastructure, support industries, human resources, innovation/technology, and demand. Cluster policies strengthened cooperation between research and companies. For India, he recommended improving ports and transport, developing research facilities, enhancing IT infrastructure, and implementing long-term cluster policies to develop its untapped maritime potential.
(141205) Masters_Thesis_Defense_Sundong_KimSundong Kim
Masters thesis defense presentation slide
Topic : Maximizing Influence over a Target user through Friend Recommendation
Presenter : Sundong Kim @ KAIST IsysE department
Keywords : Social network, Friend recommendation, Incremental Algorithm, Maximizing influence
A Study on Trends and Determinants of Outward Foreign Direct Investment and I...Vivekanandan M
This study analyzes trends and determinants of outward foreign direct investment from India from 2000-2010. It finds that 50% of India's OFDI went to the manufacturing sector, with the largest investments in Singapore ($15.3B) and Netherlands ($9.9B). OFDI is positively correlated with GDP and exports from India. Exchange rates influence location decisions, with depreciation increasing OFDI. After 2007, India's OFDI performance index above 1 indicates competitive overseas expansion. While OFDI grew, lack of government promotion limited it. In conclusion, the study provides insight into India's overseas investment patterns, relationships to macroeconomic factors, and the impact of exchange rates.
This document provides tips for writing a thesis. It discusses starting the writing process early by choosing a title and outline. The outline should summarize the argument in one sentence for each chapter. Material should be collected in a binder as it is researched. Examiners will want to understand the thesis quickly, so the abstract, conclusions, and contents should clearly convey the purpose and findings. Getting feedback from others helps improve the thesis before examination. Regularly interacting with potential examiners also helps them understand and appreciate the research.
This document provides tips for successfully defending a thesis. It outlines steps to take before, during, and after the defense. Key points include:
- Prepare thoroughly by scheduling the defense, distributing your thesis to panelists in advance, and practicing your presentation. Consider possible questions.
- On the day of the defense, dress professionally, be confident but not arrogant in your delivery, and limit your presentation to 45 minutes.
- During the defense, justify your methodology and study decisions, demonstrate full knowledge of the topic, and cite experts to support your views. Record panelist feedback.
- After the defense, thank your panelists, incorporate their feedback into your thesis, and meet deadlines for final submission
This document outlines the agenda and background for a proposal defense on examining the correlations between African American students' beliefs and academic outcomes. The study aims to explore how teachers' beliefs and school cultures affect African American students' attitudes, achievement, discipline referrals, and special education services. It will use a quantitative research design and collect data on students' and teachers' beliefs using instruments measuring stereotype threats, classroom environment, and discipline behaviors.
The document discusses the importance of conversations in developing relationships. It notes that while some advocate "selling the sizzle not the steak", engaging in meaningful conversations where common ground is found is better. The results of interviews with people on their dating experiences and favorite companies suggest that conversations matter because that's how relationships are formed. People are more inclined to connect with companies or products that fit their personality or lifestyle.
How to Defend your Thesis Proposal like a ProfessionalMiriam College
The document provides tips for successfully defending a thesis proposal. It recommends that students plan their presentation as a team, thoroughly prepare the content and delivery, and anticipate questions from the panel. On the day of the defense, it advises dressing professionally, being on time, praying for confidence but not arrogance, engaging the audience, and avoiding verbal tics or defensiveness. It also notes students should record feedback and thank the panelists after the successful defense.
Powerpoint presentation M.A. Thesis DefenceCatie Chase
This document summarizes a research study that examined self-determination in post-secondary students with learning disabilities based on whether they were identified as having an LD in primary/secondary school or as an adult. The study found no statistically significant differences in self-determination, as measured by a self-determination scale, between the two groups of students. The discussion considers limitations of the study related to measurement, sample size, and sampling biases. Implications are discussed for further examining the relationship between time of LD identification and self-determination with more reliable measures and larger sample sizes.
This study demonstrated a novel natural transformation mechanism in Actinobacillus actinomycetemcomitans (A.a.) that is independent of uptake signal sequences and the Tfox gene. The study showed that A.a. could be transformed with genomic and plasmid DNA present in microvesicles secreted into the growth medium of donor cells. This transformation occurred both in the presence and absence of components normally required for natural transformation in A.a. The results suggest outer membrane adhesion and fusion of donor microvesicles with recipient cells allows DNA delivery and homologous recombination. This novel mechanism could provide an easier method for genetically transforming A.a. compared to conventional techniques.
The document summarizes research being conducted on incorporating pile setup into pile design using Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD). The research aims to identify conditions where pile setup may be used, determine the reliability of pile setup prediction methods, and establish resistance factors. Field data on pile setup is presented from a bridge project in Louisiana. Methods for predicting pile setup are described, including empirical equations and static capacity methods using Cone Penetration Test data. Software tools for pile capacity analysis incorporating pile setup are identified.
The importance of Social Media on Corporate ReputationDilara Adaylar
The document summarizes a master's thesis defense on the importance of social media on corporate reputation. It includes an introduction, objectives and methodology, structure of the thesis, concepts of corporate reputation and social media, the importance of social media on corporate reputation, and conclusions. The thesis analyzed how social media positively and negatively impacts corporate reputation through a conceptual study and survey of 553 young Turkish consumers on their social media behaviors and opinions of corporate social media activities. The conclusions found that social media is an effective tool for companies to communicate with consumers and influence large groups but also poses risks like cyberattacks that companies must manage carefully.
This document outlines the dissertation of Naomi M. Mangatu titled "Beyond the Glass Ceiling: A Phenomenological Study of Women Managers in the Kenyan Banking Industry." The study explores the lived experiences of 24 women managers in Kenyan banks to understand factors contributing to or hindering their advancement to CEO positions. It uses a qualitative phenomenological research method and the van Kaam 7-step process for data analysis. The findings reveal that while women have made progress in their careers, few break through the glass ceiling to attain top leadership roles in Kenyan banks due to social pressures, cultural norms, and expectations that suppress women's advancement.
Corporate Social Media Marketing (SMM) Course Detailed OutlineAsif Anwar
Bangladesh Internet Marketing Professionals' Association (BIMPA) is offering Social Media Marketing (SMM) course for Bangladeshi online marketers, corporate employees, consultant, businesses, and entrepreneurs. This presentation is about the detailed outline of the Corporate SMM course. Initially hosted by Creative IT.
The course covers:
Class-1: Introduction to Social Media
- Social Media Marketing Basics
- Social Media Marketing Glossary
- Setting up Social Media Profiles and Pages
- Social Media Marketing Insights
- Defining social media goals and building strategy
- Some SMM Case Studies
Class-2: Social Medial Marketing (SMM) Research
- Understanding EdgeRank
- Measuring Social Media KPIs
- Klout and Social Media Influence
- Facebook Insights & Consumer Research (Analyze and research on your existing audience)
- Social Media Consumer Behavior
Class-3: Content Idea Generation & Development
- Keyword Research for SMM
- Social Media Listening Strategy
- Content Repurposing
Class-4: Social Networking and Target Marketing
- Datamining for Target Market
- Social Media Community Building & Management
- Understanding Graph Search
- B2B Lead Generation in Social Media
- Finding Social Media Influencers
- Using Owned Contacts in Social Media
Class-5: Social Media Advertising
- Social Media Advertising Options
- Determine Social Media Advertising Strategies
- Introducing ad dashboards in Facebook and LinkedIn
- Tips and Tricks in Social Media Advertising
- Social Media Advertising Case Studies
Class 6 & 7: Online Branding with SMM
- Social CRM & Social PR
- Best practices in SMM
- Location Based Branding (Marketing in specific geographic area)
- Personal Branding in Social Media
- B2B Branding with LinkedIn
- Social Media Event Management
- Subliminal Branding in Social Media
- Video Marketing (Gain more views and subscriptions for your videos)
Class-8: Social Media Optimization (SMO)
- Open Graph & Facebook Optimization
- Social Media Optimization or SMO (Optimizing Website for Social Media)
- Integrating Others Channels for Social Media
- Content Marketing Fundamentals
- Viral Content Strategies
- Increase Social Media Engagements
- Increase Audience (Increase Likes, Fans, Followers, Subscribers)
- Social Media Task Scheduling & Automation
- Tools for Monitoring Social Media (Listen & monitor competitive performance)
- Online Reputation Management
- Measuring Performance & KPIs
- Social Media Marketing (SMM) Tools
- SMM Resources and Followup (Ways to get help and learn more about SMM)