" ... every related diversification is also fundamentally an unrelated one" (Mintzberg, 1991). Due to the cyclical nature of the demand for construction, quantity surveyors are forced to contend with large fluctuations in the demand for their services. This has prompted firms to consider diversifying into more lucrative ventures. This study explores the concept of diversification as a means to offset cyclical fluctuations, and to stimulate growth. The available literature emphasises the advantages of related diversification over unrelated diversification. It is argued that this creates synergy between the new business and the core one, thus leading tp competitive advantage. The study is based on BTKM, a medium sized Quantity Surveying practise. Growth opportunities in their core business have begun to decline, and the cyclical nature of demand for construction has led to uncertainty, which makes long term strategic planning difficult. A study of the company's skills and resource strengths shows that it is well positioned to capitalise on opportunities in related businesses. By virtue of their core competencies, Quantity Surveyors possess the ability to solve complex problems and challenges regarding the planning and management of facilities. Organisations have come to realise the importance of ensuring that their buildings, systems and services support core operations and contribute to achieving strategic objectives. This has led to the growth of a new field of endeavour - that of Facilities Management. This is a rapidly growing professional field that provides excellent prospects for suitably qualified personnel. This study explores the option of diversification into this field. / Thesis (MBA)-University of Natal, (Durban) 2003.

The contemporary discussion on the topic of multicultural education in the Canadian literature relates questions of race, ethnicity or culture to public schooling, with little attention given to the area of teacher preparation. In this study we review the political and social background of multicultural education. This study notably presents the results of a 42 item survey of pre-service teachers' perceptions of: (a) the concept of multiculturalism and; (b) the adequacy of their training for multicultural classrooms. / The pre-service teachers also examine their curriculum for multicultural content. This is followed up by a content analysis of the respective programs by the researcher. / The implications of this exploratory study are especially valuable for teacher training institutions. As multiculturalism is a fact of Canadian society, it is logical to educate our future citizens in accordance with this reality. Institutions are failing to prepare teachers for today's society if they are not providing courses in multicultural education.

Typescript. / Thesis (Ph. D.)--University of Hawaii at Manoa, 1974. / Bibliography: leaves 344-350. / xiii, 350 leaves ill., maps

Thesis (Ph. D.)--Ohio State University, 2008. / Title from first page of PDF file. Includes bibliographical references (p. 188-199).

Thesis (Ph. D.)--University of Oregon, 2008. / Typescript. Includes vita and abstract. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 131-138). Also available online in ProQuest, free to University of Oregon users.

Thesis (M.A.)--Cleveland State University, 2008. / Abstract. Title from PDF t.p. (viewed on Apr. 14, 2009). Includes bibliographical references (p. 82-86) and appendices. Available online via the OhioLINK ETD Center. Also available in print.

Thesis (Ph. D.)--Washington State University, August 2008. / Title from PDF title page (viewed on Jan. 13, 2009). "Department of Teaching and Learning." Includes bibliographical references (p. 57-61).

Thesis (M.S.)--Eastern Illinois University, 2009. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 49-52).

Thesis (Ed. D.)--University of North Texas, May, 2009. / Title from title page display. Includes bibliographical references.

Written for the Faculty of Law. Title from title page of PDF (viewed 2010/03/26). Includes bibliographical references.