Globalization the Vehicle for Cultural Imperialism

The task is to “Critically examine the claim that globalisation is the vehicle for cultural imperialism”. The quality level expected for this paper is for a Master Degree or PhD.  This paper requires Harvard Style referencing. Essays should not exceed 3000 words including footnotes (but excluding bibliography). Address the topic, the whole topic, and nothing but the topic.  Reference a minimum of 15 sources, 8 of which should appear on the proposed resource lists. You are strongly encouraged to engage with the wider literature, and to utilise a broad array of sources, including reports, newspaper articles, and so forth. The above is the minimum required number of sources you should actively engage with in your essay. The essay shall be constructed in three parts: an introduction, a body and a conclusion. Plus the bibliography. (Introduction) In the introduction, summarize your main argument(s) succinctly and accurately. Then explain why this argument(s) is important. Finally, provide a brief ‘map’ or outline for the reader: This essay will examine 1)… 2)… 3)… and 4)… . Adhere to this outline clearly, throughout the essay, preferably using sub-headings. Also in the introduction, define the key concepts, so the reader knows what you are talking about. In addition, provide some elements contextualising the relevance of the essay topic (put yourself in your reader’s shoes, at the end of the introduction the reader should be interested about knowing more about the topic and your way of addressing it). (Body) In the main body of the essay, develop your argument(s) over the course of 3-4 main sections, preferably using sub-headings. (Conclusion) In the conclusion you shall restate your answer to the question, re-summarize the main points and include a final broad statement (remember to never introduce new information or ideas in the conclusion)  (Bibliography) Include references and a bibliography. Other requirements: 1. Justify your arguments and evidence them wherever possible, either though empirical examples or through references to the literature. Please note that sentences presenting claims and facts must employ relevant literature for underpinning. 2. Be analytical and critical: demonstrate that you have the ability to analyse and evaluate the existing literature, making sure to always support your opinions with evidence. 3. Sustain persuasive arguments and employ the views presented from the literature consulted in addressing the essay question. Always ensure every paragraph you present within your submission add value to the narrative developed to address the essay topic. 4. Aim to always avoid the use of contractions within the narrative presented in your work/essay.  5. Note that academic writing must be written in third person hence avoid the use of words like ‘we’. ‘our’ and ‘I’ except they are part of a direct quote. 6. Aim to always dedicate good time for the careful proofreading and thorough editing of the narrative presented within your work.