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Minimizing construction disputes (2010)
Thesis
Younis, G. Minimizing construction disputes. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The continuing incidence of costly disputes in the construction industry has led to a common interest of researchers in different countries to identify the generic aspects of conflicts, claims, disputes and their resolution. This thesis undertake... Read More about Minimizing construction disputes.

The evaluation of power plant investments in the Korean electricity industry (2010)
Thesis
Yun, T. The evaluation of power plant investments in the Korean electricity industry. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The purpose of this thesis is to use real option methodologies to assess capital investment decisions of near future projects that will be made in Korea. I compare two base load plants burning different fuels such as coal and uranium within the... Read More about The evaluation of power plant investments in the Korean electricity industry.

Understanding the factors that influence the adoption of stabilised earth by construction professionals to address the Zimbabwe urban low cost housing crisis (2010)
Thesis
Zami, M. Understanding the factors that influence the adoption of stabilised earth by construction professionals to address the Zimbabwe urban low cost housing crisis. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

The Zimbabwean construction industry is currently facing an enormous challenge to provide affordable housing to the urban dwelling low income earners. The urban population of Zimbabwe rose rapidly from 27% in 1992 to 42% by early 2002, and the... Read More about Understanding the factors that influence the adoption of stabilised earth by construction professionals to address the Zimbabwe urban low cost housing crisis.

The EU as an international security actor : a comprehensive approach (2010)
Thesis
Zwolski, K. The EU as an international security actor : a comprehensive approach. (Thesis). Salford : University of Salford

There is a vibrant discussion in academia about the role of the European Union (EU) in international security. However, this discussion largely concentrates on the Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP) not fully acknowledging the instruments of... Read More about The EU as an international security actor : a comprehensive approach.

Towards a risk management framework for Libyan house-building projects (2010)
Thesis
Abujnah, M. Towards a risk management framework for Libyan house-building projects. (Thesis). University of Salford

Time and cost overrun problems are commonplace throughout the world in the construction industry. Libyan House-Building Projects (LHBP) experience the same dilemma and often to a greater extent. This is attributed to both unexpected and expected fact... Read More about Towards a risk management framework for Libyan house-building projects.