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Analysing Smart Power Grid against different Cyber Attacks on SCADA System
Authors: Journal IJSREM
Published: February 2024

The integration of information and communications technology (ICT) with traditional power grid is transforming the power grid into a more reliable and smarter cyber physical system. A supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system is used to implement the cyber layer for power grid, which is responsible for real-time monitoring and control of power grid and power delivery network. A SCADA system combined with other devices creates smart power grid environment, but it also makes power grid vulnerable against different cyber-attacks as it requires connection with various kinds of open networks. Smart power grids are a extremely critical infrastructure and attack of any kind can affect socio economical condition of the region. In this paper we present a non-complex co-simulation environment for analysing smart power grid and also includes two different cyber-attack scenarios. Index Terms- co-simulation; smart power grid; SCADA system; cyber-attack scenarios.
Research Paper on What is Artificial Intelligence and Its Applications
Authors: Damini Prof. Miss Dhenge , Ashwini Miss Kamble , Dipali Miss More
Published: February 2024

Artificial intelligence(AI) is a science that involves simulation of intelligent behaviors in machineries, like visual perception, decision making, speech recognition and so on. AI is a computational model that allows computers to learn from data and approximate solutions for complex functions. Due to their flexibility and robustness, AI has been widely applied in large scale fields ranging from robotics to airplane flight control. This chapter discusses the advances in all aspect of AI applied in several issues, such as hydrology, agronomy, meteorology, education, healthcare, action, and more. It focuses specifically on various AI applications related to water and soil management and states that AI achieves high performance, accuracy, and correlation with low statistical errors as a rapid decision tool under changing climate conditions. Brief introductions of AI with their adaptability to agricultural water and soil management are also interpreted. Furthermore, this chapter illustrates how the AI tool will help agricultural decision makers and water and soil managers achieve agricultural sustainability. Nowadays speech interfaces are becoming more common and popular becoming a part of daily lives. Speech interfaces have the ability to produce intelligible speech in cases where it is not possible for speech production. Keywords: Visual Perception, hydrology, agronomy, meteorology, computational.
An Investigation into Consumer Brand Loyalty in the Personal Care Product Industry
Authors:   Mepco School of Management Studies, Mepco Schlenk Engineering College, Sivakasi 626005, India, Meena T.Suvathi
Published: February 2024

Now a days consumer are more aware about personal care products. If they are addicted some products, which time the brand loyalty will create. So in this field there are more competitors provides same products but different types like attract to cover the consumers. Brand switching will happen at that time. This study analyse the brand loyalty for personal care products among consumer. The study examined the impact of demographic characteristics on customer brand loyalty and switching behaviours in a specific product category. The sample size is 177. To indicate the amount of correlation between the variables, chi-square test was used. Results show that among that demography variables have the most significant impact on consumer’s brand loyalty. Key Words: brand loyalty, brand switching, personal care products.
Reviewing the Role of Mathematical Optimization in Operations Research: Algorithms, Applications, and Challenges
Authors: Journal IJSREM
Published: February 2024

This review paper examines the pivotal role of mathematical optimization in operations research, focusing on its algorithms, applications, and challenges. Mathematical optimization, a cornerstone of operations research, offers powerful tools for addressing complex decision-making problems. We discuss a variety of optimization algorithms, from classical methods like linear programming to modern metaheuristic techniques such as genetic algorithms. Through specific case studies, we highlight the diverse applications of mathematical optimization in industries such as logistics, finance, and manufacturing. Additionally, analyze challenges like computational complexity and scalability issues, providing insights into the practical implementation of optimization solutions in real world scenarios. Keywords: Mathematical Optimization, Operations Research, Algorithms, Decision-Making Problems, Challenges, Applications
Artificial Intelligence in Sustainable Tourism and Its Impact on Economic Development of a Country Like India
Authors: Journal IJSREM
Published: February 2024

1. Overview of Tourism Industry Growth in India: Tourism in India has seen phenomenal growth in recent years, appearing as a significant contributor to the national economy. In 2022, India ranked at the 35th position in the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Travel & Tourism 2023 Economic Impact Report, contributing 8.6% to the national GDP and generating eighty-two million jobs. This trajectory is expected to continue, with WTTC forecasting India to climb to the 24th position by 2032, highlighting the industry's ongoing economic vitality. 2. Introduction to AI and its Capabilities: Artificial intelligence (AI) encompasses a range of technologies, including machine learning, natural language processing, and computer vision, enabling machines to learn from data and perform tasks typically requiring human intelligence. These capabilities can be harnessed for diverse applications, including data analysis, pattern recognition, and robotic automation, opening doors for innovative solutions across various sectors. 3. Brief on Principles of Sustainable Tourism: Sustainable tourism focuses on minimizing the negative environmental, social, and cultural impacts of tourism activities. It advocates for responsible resource management, community engagement, and cultural preservation, aiming to ensure the long-term viability of tourism destinations and the well-being of local communities.
Peran Skrining Mamografi terhadap Mortalitas: Menguntungkan atau Merugikan?
Authors: Amanda Qorry
Published: February 2024

Kajian literatur ini membahas peran mamografi dalam mengurangi mortalitas, mencakup manfaat dan risikonya. Mamografi tetap menjadi alat yang berharga dalam deteksi dini kanker payudara, dengan kemampuan untuk mendeteksi lesi tumor yang kecil dan memberikan panduan diagnostik untuk terapi yang efektif. Namun, terdapat pertimbangan etis dan medis, seperti diagnosis berlebihan, dan efektivitas mamografi dalam mengurangi kematian akibat kanker payudara masih diperdebatkan. Penelitian selanjutnya harus berfokus pada peningkatan teknologi dan metodologi, serta membedakan tumor dan mengidentifikasi biomarker yang lebih tepat untuk deteksi dini.
Pengembangan Kurikulum Sekolah Islam Terpadu Tingkat SMP di Pondok Pesantren (Studi Lapangan pada Pesantren Ibnu Salam Nurul Fikri Boarding School Serang Banten)
Authors: Salmon Yoseph , Saefudin Didin , Mujahidin Endin , Husaini Adian
Published: February 2024

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengungkap dan meneliti sekolah Islam terpadu dari mulai berdirinya, visi misi, akar filosofi, serta menemukan pengembangan kurikulum dengan model pembelajaran yang dikenal dengan full days nya. Sekolah Islam terpadu semakin berkembang dengan menghadirkan model pembelajaran berasrama (boarding school) atau lebih dikenal dengan nama pesantren. Dari situ maka ada tujuan untuk menemukan kebaruan yaitu pengembangan kurikulum Sekolah Islam terpadu di Pondok Pesantren. Hal ini akan kita ungkap dari hasil studi lapangan pada Pesantren Ibnu Salam Nurul Fikri Boarding School Serang Banten sebagai penggagas berdirinya pesantren berbasis sekolah Islam terpadu. Maka ditemukan bahwa struktur kurikulum yang digunakan selalu mengacu pada perkembangan penerapan kurikulum dinas pendidikan salah satunya kurikulum kurtilas. Hal ini beralasan bahwa sekolah Islam terpadu tetap dengan filosofi kurikulumnya dimana sains (diknas) menjadi prioritas garapannya hingga bisa menghsilkan output lulusan untuk PTN dalam negeri. Maka dari itu ada sebuah benang merah yang menjadi bagian penting dan akan membantu dalam penyusunan kurukulum pendidikan Pesantren pada sekolah Islam terpadu. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian metode kualitatif, studi pustaka (Library Reserch) Metode dan wawancara sebagai prosedur penelitian yang menghasilkan data deskriptif berupa katakata tertulis atau lisan dari orang-orang dan perilaku yang dipahami.
A Complementary Teaching Activity for Food Security and Healthy Eating Behavior Change in a Community College
Authors: Aleong Charmaine
Published: February 2024

Food insecurity and poor eating habits among college students and their implications have become important subjects of both academic research and practical interest for administrators and policy makers. Community college teachers in the field of nutrition, public health and healthy lifestyles are often confronted with a divergence between the theoretical and practical contents of their courses and the actual wellness and lifestyle practices of their students. Since many of these students are future health care providers and public health promoters as part of a trend to diversify the health care workforce, this issue now takes on a particular relevance. This article describes how a food and garden club, in association with a human nutrition course in a very diverse community college population, has addressed these problems and has been instrumental in effecting change in the dietary habits of these students from a high-risk urban community.
Setting Students Up for Life Long Success through Innovative Summer Bridge Programs and First Year Seminars
Authors: Velázquez-Torres Nancy
Published: February 2024

The transition from high school to college can be a frightening and challenging experience for many students. This process can be even worse for first-generation, immigrants, English language learners and other disadvantaged groups. To ease the transition and reduce attrition, higher education institutions have developed a variety of summer bridge programs and first-year seminar models. Although both interventions have been widely promoted, not many studies have focused on the impact of a combined summer bridge program and a first-year seminar on the same group of students. This paper will describe John Jay College’s Search for Education, Elevation and Knowledge (SEEK) innovative summer bridge program and first year seminar course and how they have increased first year student retention and success.
التعارض والترجيح، وموقف مفسري شبه القارة الهندية عن وقوع التعارض في القرآن (دراسة تحليلية ونقدية من خلال مقدمات التفاسير الأردية المختارة)
Authors: Farooq Muhammad Umar , Faisal Muhammad Shah , Rafiq Muhammad Athar
Published: February 2024

Allah Ta'ala revealed the Holy Qur'an to the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) and made this book a guidance and light for mankind and made a means of confirming the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him). Scholars and commentators have explained the meanings of this book systematically since the revelation of the Holy Quran till today.

There are two types of verses in the Holy Qur'an, one Muhkam which is clear in meaning, the other is Mutashābih whose meaning is difficult to understand, However, there are some verses whose meaning is clear but contradicts the meaning of other verses. So, is there a contradiction in the Quranic verses or not? And if so, then how would it be possible to prioritize them? Have scholars of the subcontinent discussed these issues in their academic heritage or not? Especially in prologues of their interpretation? If so, what are their opinions? All these questions have been discussed in this article.

There are a few prevailing interpretations of the subcontinent selected for this article. The article is divided into two main parts, firstly, the meaning of conflict and priority is explained, and secondly, the opinions of the scholars of the subcontinent are discussed regarding this problem.
اسلامی معاشروں پر سوشل میڈیا کے اثرات کا تجزیاتی مطالعہ
An Analytical Study of the Impact of Social-Media on Islamic Societies
Authors: Alvi Farhat Naseem , Mannan Abdul
Published: February 2024

Social media has connected people having various cultures with each other at the global level. It is an exquisite source of social interaction and instant information. The significant role of social media in the contemporary world cannot be denied. It has connected people having various cultures with each other at the global level. It is an exquisite source of social interaction and instant information. The significant role of social media in the contemporary world cannot be denied. It has emerged as a transformative force in the modern age, reshaping various aspects of society, communication, interconnection, and individual behaviour. It can play a key role in the development of any society in the contemporary world. Many benefits can be achieved in a short period by proper and positive use of it. But, on the other side, social media is also a source of false information, character assassination and propaganda. If it is used correctly and positively, a lot of benefits can be obtained in a very short time, but it has become an easy and instant source of misinformation, character assassination, obscenity and nudity, social evils, Islamophobia, Atheism and Western culture in societies. It has brought about radical changes in the patterns of social interactions in Islamic societies. Nowadays, the negative impact of social media on Islamic societies has become a challenge for the Muslim Ummah. The negative impact of social media on the Muslim young generation is a major issue in Muslim society. A new generation of our society is misusing social media. Character assassination of any person has become common by sharing edited pictures and videos on social media in recent times. Islam provides a code of conduct for the excessive use of social media and prevents its negative use. This research article presents a comprehensive analysis of the impact of social media on Muslim societies.
ETIKA BISNIS BERBASIS MAQASHID SYARIAH PADA PENJUALAN PRODUK HIJAB DI HEIJAB.ID MAKASSAR DALAM E-COMMERCE SHOPEE
Authors: Syam Nurazizah
Published: February 2024

Dari hasil penelitian yang telah dilakukan menunjukkan bahwa penjualan berbasis maqashid syariah pada store heijab dalam e-commerce shopee sudah terlaksana dengan baik dengan mencakup beberapa kategori seperti memelihara agama, melindungi jiwa, melindungi akal, melindungi keturunan, dan melindungi harta. Adapun mengenai akad jual beli etika bisnis pada store heijab terhadap penjualannya di E-Commerce Shopee sudah sesuai dengan beberapa prinsip etika bisnis yang berlaku, akan tetapi sangat disayangkan ada beberapa prinsip etika bisnis yang belum terlaksana dengan baik yaitu prinsip kejujuran dan prinsip keadilan, kedua prinsip ini saling berkaitan satu sama lain apabila mereka menerapkannya dengan baik oleh pihak toko heijab. Adapun terkait beberapa kendala dalam pengimplementasian atau penerapan etika bisnis pada e-commerce shopee yaitu belum maksimal dalam menerapkan etika bisnis bagi para shopee seller dan kendala pada pihak internal heijab itu sendiri didalam memaparkan deskripsi produknya pada akun shopee.
Behavioral Bias of Equity Investors in Different Market Conditions and Events in Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX)
Authors: Afzal Muhammad , Rasheed Abdul , Khalid Waleed
Published: February 2024

The herding behavior of equity investors in the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) is examined in this study. There are two ways to look at herding behavior: first, in different market conditions, like bull and bear, extreme and less extreme, high and low trading volume, and high and low volatility; second, in different events, like the month of Ramadan, the financial crisis of 2007–2008, and the Covid-19 pandemic. Financial herding behaviour is when equity investors follow the actions of other equity investors without making their own decisions because they lack information or they think others have more trustworthy information. Regression analysis using Newey West Consistent Estimators is performed on Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) daily stock market data ranging from January 2001 to June 2021. The study found that the herding behavior among equity investors is absent during extreme market conditions, less extreme market conditions, high trading volume, high market volatility, and low market volatility; however, it is present during low trading volume, the month of Ramadan, financial crisis (2007-2008) and during Covid-19 pandemic as well.
How Does Servant Leadership Enhance Worker Innovative Behavior in Pharmaceutical Industries: Mediating Role of Worker Creativity
Authors: Saleem Sultan , Manzoor Amna , Zar Muhammad Baqir , Khan Jehanzeb
Published: February 2024

The complex rapidly expanding business environment has given more focus to the value of innovation. The aim of this research was to investigate the relationship between servant leadership (SL) and employee innovative work behaviour (IEWB) and) explore the mediating role of worker creativity (WC) on the relationship between SL and EIWB. Data collected from 310 employees in pharmaceutical industries suggested that servant leadership has a significant and positive effect on employees' innovative work behaviour. Based on the findings, servant leadership positively influences employees' innovative work behaviour. Furthermore, worker creativity mediates the relationship between servant leadership and employees' innovative work behaviour. The impact of servant leadership on employees' innovative work behaviour is expanded, and the mediating processes by which servant leadership promotes employees' innovative work behaviour are explained. It concludes by exploring the essential responsibilities that leaders play in modern organizations.
The Historical Analysis of National Integration in Pakistan: A Case Study of General Pervez Musharraf Era
Authors: Bukhari Syed Rizwan Haider , Khan Amir Ullah , Khan Tehsin Ullah , Khan Nasir
Published: February 2024

National cohesion encapsulates political, social, cultural, and economic Integration. Ever since its creation, Pakistan has been tormented by the problem of national Integration and competing regional demands within the context of nation or State. The relations between the center and the provinces have never been exemplary. During the last 75 years, constitutional and political upheavals have increased misunderstanding amongst the provinces, and an atmosphere of mistrust exists within the center. Various national political parties and leaders have been highlighting widespread dissatisfaction with the affairs of the state institutions, regional disparities, economic exploitation, centralization of authority, and finances in the country. Successive regimes, because of vested agendas, have never succeeded in achieving complete national cohesion. Consequently, the threat to national Integration from within remains alive and has increased manifolds. This case study concludes shortcomings in national cohesion by the historical analysis of National Integration in Pakistan up to General Pervez Musharraf, and it suggests dynamic and viable measures to strengthen the federation and enhance national cohesion, but it further needs to be enhanced by resolving the above-mentioned issue of National Integration on a priority basis. This study also suggests certain recommendations in the light of research findings.
Study of sample preparation, by acid digestion assisted by microwave radiation in a closed system, to determine inorganic contaminants in street cocaine samples by ICP OES and ICP MS
Authors: Amorim Zanata Brandão , Queiroz Maiara Pereira Machado , Rebouças Laura Oliveira , Lepaus Giacomina Possatti , Porto Christiane Feijó de Castro , De Castro Eustaquio Vinícius Ribeiro , Carneiro Maria Tereza Weitzel Dias , Brandão Geisamanda Pedrini
Published: February 2024

Knowledge of the inorganic composition of cocaine makes it possible to correlate the drug with its refinement and dilutions1, it is important to highlight that when aiming to study the adulteration/production of street cocaine it is interesting to carry out the total solubilization of the sample2. Thus, acid digestion using microwave radiation in a closed system is a widely used technique due to the speed and efficiency of digestion3. Thus, acid solubilization procedures and acid digestion assisted by radiation via microwaves of the sample were studied, varying the mass of the sample (0.050g, 0.100g, 0.200g and 0.500g) and concentration of the HNO3 solution (5%, 10% , 30%, 40% and 50% v/v). In order to verify whether the different sample preparation procedures and whether the final acidity interferes with the quantification of the analytes studied. ICP OES analysis was carried out on a high purity sample prepared by direct solubilization and digestion. The result of the intensities test for the elements Co, Cu, Mo, Pb and Zn, with final acidity of HNO3 2% or 4% v/v, demonstrated that samples prepared by direct solubilization or digested by microwaves, with final acidity of HNO3 2% v/v, presented very close intensity values for the elements analyzed, indicating that the types of sample preparation studied (solubilization or digestion) did not present significant interferences in the analysis by ICP OES.
IMPROVING HIGHER EDUCATION COMPETITIVENESS THROUGH A CULTURE OF ACADEMIC QUALITY MEDIATED BY KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT IN JAKARTA
Authors: Sukardi  , Djumarno  , Herminingsih Anik , Kasmir
Published: February 2024

Objective: This study aims to explain the factors that affect the competitiveness of universities in the Jakarta area. The Jakarta region was chosen because it is in the middle of the country's capital.
 
Methods: This study used quantitative methods, the population was 356 lecturers, the number of samples studied was 188 lecturers from 10 participating private universities. The research focus of the college is accredited "B". The sampling technique uses simple random sampling. Data collection is carried out by distributing questionnaires. Data was analyzed using SEM-PLS.
 
Results: The study are expected to provide input related to quality issues in the Jakarta area. The findings show that quality culture has a significant effect on competitiveness directly or indirectly mediated by knowledge management. The novelty of this study is that knowledge management was found to be able to mediate between quality culture and competitiveness.
 
Conclusion: For the policies of university leaders in decision making in the implementation of a quality culture built from internal quality assurance and integrating knowledge management to all unit leaders to utilize knowledge as a driver of innovation in building higher education competitiveness.
Optimal Control for a Vibration Control System with Dead Zone Compensate
Authors: Noor A. , Ali M. , Sarhan R.
Published: February 2024

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Numerical analysis of propagation of femur crack due to osteoporotic changes
Authors: Kuryło P. , Zaborowska K. , Czarnecki P. , Pruszyński P.
Published: February 2024

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Improvement of cutting performance of aluminum alloy 6061
Authors: Al-Ani Habeeb Hattab
Published: February 2024

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Microstructure modification of high magnesium Al-Mg alloys containing Zr, Sc and Er additions subjected to the extrusion process
Authors: Limanówka K. , Góral A. , Boczkal S. , Czaja P. , Węgrzyn M. , Szymańska E. , Korczak P. , Żyłka K. , Rajda M. , Skrzyńska R.
Published: February 2024

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Optimization of femtosecond laser micromachining of copper with AI algorithms
Authors: Garasz Katarzyna , Kocik Marek , Barbucha Robert , Tański Mateusz , Petrov Todor S. , Mohamed-Seghir Mostefa
Published: February 2024

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Effect of the structure and hydrothermal conditions on the strength of polymerceramic composites
Authors: Walczak Agata , Niewczas Agata M. , Pieniak Daniel , Rogula-Kozłowska Wioletta , Kordos Paweł , Przystupa Krzysztof , Łukaszewicz Adrian , Popovych Vasyl
Published: February 2024

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Electrical properties of ferrite absorber in the frequency range from 15 GHz to 45 GHz
Authors: Przesmycki R. , Bugaj M.
Published: February 2024

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Utilizing Cold Sintering Process for Sintering Hydroxyapatite-Polyetheretherketone Nanocomposite
Authors: Abbas H. O. , Smeig H. A. , Ameer Z. J. A.
Published: February 2024

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Electrochemical corrosion of aluminium alloy AA1050, processed by accumulative roll bonding
Authors: Ilieva M.D. , Radev R.H.
Published: February 2024

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Biomedical Applications of Nanoparticle of Chitosan from Marine Waste
Authors: Mary S. Ann , Sandhiya R. , Prince Simon , Venkatrama J.M. , Sri A Kavitha
Published: February 2024

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Effect of Alkali Solution Concentration and Soaking Time on Mechanical Properties of Coconut Fiber
Authors: Kondo Y. , Arsyad M. , Soenoko R. , Arman A.
Published: February 2024

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Optimization of the features product based on additive technologies
Authors: Mrówka M.
Published: February 2024

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Alternativas medicas ante las limitaciones en el trasplante de córnea penetrante: una revisión bibliográfica
Authors: López-Carrera Melanie Michelle , Mendoza-Rodríguez Saimara María
Published: February 2024

El trasplante de córnea, considerado exitoso pero vulnerable al rechazo inmunológico, presenta tasas de rechazo entre el 18% y el 21%. El riesgo es mayor en los primeros 6 meses, con posibilidad de reacciones hasta 4 años después. La queratoplastia endotelial tiene una incidencia de rechazo del 9%. Aunque los inmunosupresores mejoran la supervivencia, sus efectos secundarios son preocupantes. Mejoras en técnicas quirúrgicas y gestión del tejido donante han elevado tasas de supervivencia al 95%. Factores como la edad, calidad del injerto y tipo de cirugía influyen en el fallo del injerto.

La escasez de donantes, agravada por el rechazo familiar, limita los trasplantes. La investigación se centra en alternativas médicas, como la queratoprótesis y técnicas emergentes, como Femtosecond láser y trasplante de membrana amniótica. La medicina regenerativa muestra promesa, especialmente con trasplantes de células epiteliales y el uso de sangre de cordón umbilical.

En cuanto a córneas artificiales, opciones como Boston KPro, OOKP y queratoprótesis tipo 1 se utilizan, con Boston KPro tipo 1 siendo el más común. Técnicas emergentes, como la queratoprótesis, buscan mejorar accesibilidad. Aunque el trasplante de córnea artificial es recomendado tras fallos de injertos, se necesitan más estudios comparativos. Estrategias para prolongar la viabilidad del tejido donante y prevenir la neovascularización también se exploran. En general, la investigación continua y la evolución de técnicas ofrecen perspectivas prometedoras para mejorar los resultados de los trasplantes de córnea.
ANALYSIS OF IMPLEMENTATION OF COSTS, VOLUMES AND PROFITS AT PT JOBUBU JARUM MINAHASA TBK AND PT KIAN SANTANG MULIATAMA TBK
Authors: Mas Ning Zahroh
Published: February 2024

This research aims to analyze the financial reports of PT Jobubu Jarum Minahasa Tbk and PT Kian Santang Muliatama Tbk for 2021 and 2022. The analysis focuses on contribution margin, break even point, margin of safety, profit planning, operating leverage and shut down point. Data collection methods include library research. The research results show an increase in the profitability of both companies from 2021 to 2022. The analysis provides in-depth insight into the companies' financial and operational performance. It can be concluded that PT Jobubu Jarum Minahasa Tbk has a better contribution margin, break even point and maximum profit than PT Kian Santang Muliatama Tbk. However, PT Kian Santang Muliatama Tbk has more efficient operating leverage. Overall, the analysis shows better financial and operational performance of PT Jobubu Jarum Minahasa Tbk in 2021 and 2022.
BENTUK DAN TINGKAT PARTISIPASI PETANI PADI SAWAH DALAM KEGIATAN PENYULUHAN PERTANIAN DI KELURAHAN BARUGA KECAMATAN BARUGA
Authors: Safarudin Rosida , Sidu Dasmin , Jayadisastra Yoenita
Published: February 2024

This study aims to determine the form of extension activities, the form and level of participation of wet-rice farmers in agricultural extension activities in Baruga Village. The research sample was 23 rice paddy farmers who were randomly selected from all 286 rice paddy farmers. Data were collected using interview and survey techniques. Data were analyzed qualitatively descriptively. The results showed that the extension activities of paddy rice farming were conducted in the form of integrated pest and disease control extension, balanced fertilization techniques according to site specifications, how to make organic fertilizer, tillage techniques, and crop rotation techniques in paddy fields. Forms of participation of wet-rice farmers in agricultural extension activities in the form of participation of ideas, social, and property. The level of participation of wet-rice farmers in agricultural extension activities is at the tokenism level. Because farmers have not been actively involved in the implementation of extension activities, especially in the preparation and evaluation stages of extension activities.
Effect of Management Efficiency on Performance of Listed Consumer Goods Companies in Nigeria
Authors: Sunday David, Agubata N. S.
Published: February 2024

The objective of this study is to examine the effect of management efficiency on performance of listed consumer goods companies in Nigeria. The study adopted Ex-post facto research design. The population of this study consists of the whole 21 listed consumer goods firms in Nigerian Exchange Limited as at 31st December, 2021. The study used 16 firms out of the total population as the sample size. The study used secondary data, secondary data used were collected from annual reports of the sampled companies for seven years period from 2015-2021. Ordinary Least Square Regression model was developed to test the linear relationship between the dependent and independent variables. It was operated using STATA version 15. The results of the Ordinary Least Square Regression revealed that, Account receivable turnover, Inventory turnover, Non-current assets turnover and Operating expenses was found to have positive and significant influence on our dependent variable(firm performance), proxy as EPS among the quoted consumer goods firms in Nigeria. The study concluded that the four variables that were examined have a joint effect on the corporate performance, that is, management efficiency influence corporate performance in Nigeria
Small and Medium Scale Business Financing and Its Effect on the Nigerian Economy: 1992 – 2021
Authors: Okore Okore Amah , Nwadiubu Anthony Odinakachukwu , Okolie David Ogomegbunam , Okolie Jonathan Ibekwe
Published: February 2024

This study investigated the effect of small and medium scale business financing on the Nigerian economy. The ex-post facto research design was adopted and the dependent and independent variables were observed over the period, 1992 to 2021. The nature of data was secondary, sourced from the Central Bank of Nigeria Statistical Bulletin. The data were tested using the Eview statistical software adopting the Ordinary Least Square (OLS) method on the regression model adopted. The signs and significance of the regression coefficients was relied upon in explaining the nature and influence of the independent variable on the dependent variable as to determine both magnitude and direction of impact. The aprior expectation was that SME financing positively and significantly affect the Nigerian economy. The hypotheses were tested at 0.05 (5%) level of significance. Findings from the study showed that commercial bank loan to small and medium scale enterprises have positive and significant impact on GDP. Similarly, commercial bank loan to private sector has positive and significant impact on GDP. Hence, the study concludes that small and medium scale business financing has positive and significant impact on the Nigerian economy. Hence, it implies that SMEs financing contributes to economic growth in Nigeria. The study therefore recommends that the Federal Government of Nigeria through the Central Bank of Nigeria should prioritize financial inclusiveness in the small and medium scale sector of the economy to enhance availability and accessibility of investable funds in the sector.
The Impact of Financial Integration on Economic Growth in Nigeria
Authors: Justice Ezebunwa , Tamuno Olise Oliseeloke
Published: February 2024

The study investigated the effect financial market integration on economic growth in Nigeria over the period of thirty-two years ranging from 1990 to 2021. The study designed and specified a multiple regression model to examine the individual and joint effects of the proxies of financial market integration (trade openness, credit to private sector and government expenditure) on economic growth in Nigeria (measured in Gross Domestic Product). The model was estimated by Ordinary Least Square technique using E-views 12 statistical package. The annual time series data used were collected from Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) statistical bulletin and analyzed with the aim of achieving the stated objectives. The study found that trade openness, credit to private sector and government expenditures have individual and joint significant effect on economic growth in Nigeria. Based on the findings, the study therefore concluded that the financial market integration plays a significant positive role in the sustenance of growth of the Nigerian economy
Foreign Direct Investment, Energy Consumption and Greenhouse Gas Emissions in Nigeria
Authors: olise Oliseeloke , Kpagih Leera , Ahiakwo Ogorchukwu
Published: February 2024

This paper investigated the nature of the relationship that exists between foreign direct investment, energy consumption, and greenhouse gas emissions in Nigeria between 1990 and 2020. The investigation was done using the ARDL method of analysis. The bounds cointegration test found the existence of long run relationship among the variables. The long run estimation result showed that foreign direct investment in Nigeria has a negatively significant impact on greenhouse gas emission in the short run and long run. The result also shows that AGO consumption has a negatively insignificant impact on greenhouse gas emission in the short run and long run. While PMS consumption has a positively significant impact on greenhouse gas emission in the long run. The model goes on to propose the use of government policies that would promote FDI investment in Nigeria and a more business friendly environment
Population Dynamics, Energy Consumption and Economic Growth in Nigeria
Authors: Justice Ezebunwa , Kpapih Leera , Geoffrey Young
Published: February 2024

This paper assessed the nexus between population dynamics, energy consumption and economic growth in Nigeria spanning from 1989 to 2020. The empirical paper employed a Granger causality examination test and vector error correction estimation technique. The Granger causality tests found that there is unidirectional interconnection arising from gross domestic product (GDP), energy consumption (ENEG), mortality rate (MORT), and fertility rate (FERT), which turns optimistically to economic growth in Nigeria influences. Also, the VECM technique exposed that the independent variables have undesirable but no substantial influence on GDP within the period of study. Further more, the empirical study recommends that the Nigerian authority be notified to make straight efforts to control Nigeria's disturbing fertility rate.
The Nexus Between Revenue Generation and Economic Growth in Nigeria
Authors: Ayoola-Akinjobi Olayemi O. , Adekusibe Adeleye Micheal
Published: February 2024

The general objective of the study is to examine the relationship between revenue generation and economic growth in Nigeria. Ex-post facto research design was used with secondary data collected from CBN database (2012-2022). The dependent variable was economic growth and measured by gross domestic product GDP while the independent variables was revenue generation and measured by oil and non-oil revenue. The study adopt usage the autoregressive distributed lag ARDL model for the data analysis which shows the long-run relationship between revenue generation and economic growth in Nigeria. It was discovered that oil revenue (OILR) exerts an insignificant positive effect on economic growth in Nigeria in the long run at 5% significant value. It implies that a unit increase in oil revenue will lead to 3.709184 units increase in economic growth in Nigeria. Conversely, non-oil revenue has a positive and significant coefficient of 1.257631 units. This implies that a unit increase in non- oil revenue will bring about 1.257631 units increase in economic growth in Nigeria in the long. The study recommends that effort should be made by the governments to diversify the main revenue source from oil to other sectors of the economy such as agriculture, extractive industries in order to increase revenue generated from other sources
Application of Entrepreneurship Orientation and Practices among Business Operators in University Campuses in Rivers State, Nigeria
Authors: EKWEME Blessing
Published: February 2024

This study examined the extent small-scale business operators on Rivers State University Campuses are able to imbibe and apply entrepreneurial practises and orientation. Two research questions and hypotheses guided the study. The study adopted a descriptive survey design. The population comprised 1,000 university campus business operators in the three public universities in Rivers State. Taro Yamane’s formula was used to select 286 small scale business operators as the sample for the study. A validated 9-item self-designed questionnaire titled "Entrepreneurship Orientation and Practises among Small Scale Business Operators in Universities Questionnaire (EOPSSBOUQ)" was used as the instrument for data collection. The reliability of the instrument was determined through a test-retest method. Mean and z-test statistics were used to answer the research questions and test the hypotheses at a 0.05 confidence level. The findings of the study revealed, among others, that people’s business commitment is very high, and in business practise, small scale business operators take personal responsibility for business outcomes. It was recommended, among others, that entrepreneurs develop more achievement motivation in order to discover more areas for new ventures as well as improve business performance.
Corporate Social Responsibility: Is It Corporate Philanthropy or Hypocrisy?
Authors: Ewanlen Donald O. , John Yuosou Purumaziba
Published: February 2024

This paper examines the attitude of mega corporations towards its fulfilment of corporate social responsibilities to host communities in the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. It specifically examines the philanthropic and hypocritical dispositions of these firms. A review of literature and industry practice found stakeholders gross nonchalance in the implementation of corporate social responsibilities in host communities. In particular, the study found firms unwillingness to take advantage of the provision of social responsibility expenditure as allowable deductible tax allowance in Nigeria’s tax laws. Finally, the study found government culpable of negligence in the development of host communities. Contingent upon the developmental effects of corporate social responsibilities activities, this paper recommends that it is expedient for all stakeholders to have a rethink about the attitude of mega corporations towards its corporate social responsibilities with the intent of actualising their developmental roles in the host communities.
Empirical Analysis of The Growth Effects of International Trade in Nigeria
Authors: Kpalukwu Esther
Published: February 2024

This role of foreign trade in driving growth in the domestic economy and boosting the potential of a country to foreign exchange earnings has remained a subject of interest in economic literature, thus provoking investigation into the claim that international trade is growth-enhancing. This study centred on the impact of foreign trade on economic growth. The specific objectives of this study are to explore the effects of net export, exchange rate and government capital expenditure on economic growth. This study covered a period of 35 years (1980-2015) and the source of data for the variables is the Central Bank of Nigeria Statistical Bulletin. The error correction model (ECM) was utilized as a technique for data analysis. The Phillips-Perron unit root test shows that the variables are stationary upon first differencing. Thus, the series are integrated of order zero. The Johansen cointegration test result indicates that the variables are cointegrated. Therefore, this reveals that the variables have a long-run relationship. The cointegrating regression result shows that net export has a significant positive impact on economic growth. The exchange rate on the other hand is found to significantly and negatively influence economic growth. The long-run impact of government capital expenditure on economic growth is negative and insignificant. The Wald test for coefficient restrictions shows that net export, exchange rate and government capital expenditure are statistically significant in explaining changes in economic growth. Based on the findings, it is recommended that government should adopt trade policies that promote export and reduce the incidence of importing competing goods to ensure that Nigeria optimizes the benefits that foreign trade creates.
Risk-Taking Ability and Organizational Resilience among Small Scale Business in Lagos State
Authors: Omoyebagbe OIKU Peter , Ayobami AKANBI Paul
Published: February 2024

One major feature of a successful entrepreneur is the ability to take risk in business and not just any risk but calculated risk that will improve the business organization financially. Thes study examined the impact of risk-taking ability on organizational resilience among Small and Medium- sized Enterprises (SMEs) operating in Lagos State, Nigeria. One of the major drivers of economic growth in any nation is the small and medium scale enterprise sector. This study adopts a descriptive research design using a sample size of 500 business owners from various SME sectors a self-structured questionnaire was used as the research instrument. The finding of this study shows that there is a positive correlation between risk taking ability of a business organization and organizational resilience. This implies that risk taking positively influence organizational resilience among small and medium scale enterprises in Lagos state. For business development to take place, a calculated level of risk has to be taken. Risk-taking, Organizational Resilience, Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs)
Effect of Stakeholder Involvement on Project Management Success in Nigeria's Fast-Moving Consumable Goods Industry
Authors: Abisola ADELUGBA Iyabode
Published: February 2024

In the FMCG sector of Nigeria, the study examined the impact of stakeholder participation on project management success. The study was simplified in order to assess the degree to which stakeholder engagement, support, and involvement effect project goals for a set of fast-moving consumer products in Nigeria. The study's qualitative design involved choosing seven FMCG companies in Nigeria: Dangote Sugar Plc, Nigerian Breweries Plc, Nestle Plc, Cadbury Nig Plc, Nigerian Breweries, Guiness Nig Plc, and Unilever Nig Plc. In order to create a cross-sectional period of 70 observations, secondary data on stakeholder involvement, support, and participation as well as the accomplishment of project objectives were sourced and gathered from yearly financial statement of account and Business Source Premier from 2013–2022. The data were subjected to panel regression analysis, and the results demonstrated that among a group of selected FMCGs in Nigeria, stakeholder involvement and participation have positive and significant effects on project goals, whereas stakeholder support has a negative and insignificant impact. Thus, it is concluded that one of the elements influencing project management performance in Nigeria's FMCG business is stakeholder involvement and participation.
Knowledge Management and Organizational Quality Service Delivery: A Survey of Selected Fast Food Outlets in Yenagoa Metropolis, Bayelsa State
Authors: Poazi Francis Deinmodei W. , Basuo Kuroakegha Bio
Published: February 2024

Knowledge management comprises the processes of knowledge acquisition, knowledge sharing, and knowledge application that an organization employs to recognize and record knowledge, lessons learned, or best practices This study set out to ascertain the significance of knowledge management and organizational quality service delivery; a survey of selected fast food outlets in Yenagoa metropolis, Bayelsa state. To this end, a descriptive survey research design methodology was applied to scrutinize and give analytical views on existing works of literature and concepts surrounding the role the significance of knowledge management and organizational quality service delivery; a survey of selected fast food outlets in Yenagoa metropolis, Bayelsa state. Knowledge acquisition and organizational innovativeness have a considerable association, according to a detailed data analysis of the study's many components. Furthermore, the research shows a strong connection between organizational innovation and knowledge storage. The results of the study also revealed a strong link between organizational innovation and information distribution. The study also found a strong link between knowledge application and business innovation within organizations. In other words, the study found that management should be skilled at translating new and/or enhanced products, services, and strategies from acquired knowledge and expertise. In view of the above, the study concluded that competitiveness can only be achieved through innovation when the organization can successfully acquire, store, disseminates and applies knowledge. The study recommends thus; fast food outlets should create different mechanisms that will facilitate the acquisition of Knowledge from both internal and external sources. Fast food outlets through flyers and handbills should inform the public on their products.
The Influence of Leverage, Profit Quality, KAP's Reputation on Audit Quality in Manufacturing Companies Listed on the Indonesian Stock Exchange 2019-2021
Authors: Audrey Natasya , Mappanyukki Ratna
Published: February 2024

This study aims to empirically prove the effect of leverage, profit quality, KAP's reputation on audit quality in manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange in 2019-2021. The method of this research is to use panel data regression analysis which is used to determine the effect of the independent variable and the dependent variable jointly and partially over a certain period of time.In this study the t test and f test were used to test the influence of each variable leverage, profit quality, KAP reputation together on audit quality. The population of this research is 171 companies and the sample used in this research is 83 manufacturing companies listed on the Indonesian Stock Exchange in 2019-2021. This data collection method uses secondary data and is processed by EVIEWS 12. From the results of the t test and f test it is known that the variable leverage, profit quality and KAP reputation have a significant effect on audit quality.