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Conceptual Model of Informal Business Development Based on Intellectual Capital
Authors: Sumual Tinneke Evie Meggy , Arham Muhammad Amir , Kawulur Arie , Rimbing Rocky
Published: August 2021

This paper aims to describe the conceptual model of informal business development applied to “Tibo-Tibo” fisherwomen in North Minahasa Regency. Data and information were obtained by observation and structured interviews to “Tibo-Tibo” fisherwomen, business partners and village governments. The data was analyzed qualitatively by using Miles Huberman perspective, through stages: data reduction, data presentation, conclusion drawing and verification. After going through the validity of experts, this paper produced a conceptual model of informal business development based on intellectual capital namely human capital, social capital and organizational capital. This paper recommends that through the intellectual capital approach "Tibo-Tibo" fisher women's business can be improved through empowerment. Empowerment in the form of human capital will increase the added value products with the availability of a variety of products for frozen food businesses and products for culinary businesses. Empowerment in the form of social capital will strengthen the values of relationships with business partners, trust to customers and employees and strengthen the work culture "mapalus" (local wisdom for the community) such as cooperation and helping each other. Empowerment in the form of organizational will strengthening the management and organizational professionalism as well as the acknowledgment of business license and product brands by consumers.
Effect of Firm Size on Sales Growth with Capital Structure as An Intervening Variable
Authors: Kusuma Shafarina Dewi , Restuningdiah Nurika , Handayati Puji
Published: August 2021

The increasing need for consumer goods can cause the sectors of consumer goods are trying to increase their production activity which is supported by the firm's performance. It gives a signal of the high level of cash flow in the future and as a positive signal to creditors as an indication of the firm's sales growth. The purpose of this research is to test the validity of trade-off theory and resource-based view theory. In addition, this study aims to determine the direct effect and indirect effect between firm size on sales growth through capital structure. The sample used in this study are the sixteen companies for three years and those were tested by using path analysis and uses a quantitative research approach. The results of this study prove that firm size has a significant positive effect on sales growth through capital structure, which is proven based on the comparison of the indirect effect with the direct effect. This study aims to determine the direct effect and indirect effect between firm size on sales growth through capital structure. The sample used in this study is sixteen consumer goods sector companies that are listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange throughout 2016-2018. Sixteen companies were tested using path analysis. The result of this study shows that firm size has a significant positive effect on sales growth through capital structure, which is proven based on the comparison of the indirect effect with the direct effect.
Development of Safety Plan Building Based on Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) in Campus Area of UI Depok to Reduce Work Accident
Authors: Lestari Astrid Dwi , Herzanita Ayu , Latief Yusuf
Published: August 2021

There is very little discussion about the needs of occupational health within the University area. In fact, the University is a place where interaction occurs not only for lecturers and students, but also employees, contractors and other visitors with very varied backgrounds and cultures. The lack of application of OHSMS in the construction sector in the University area causes a high number of work accidents. Making a safety plan at the initiation stage can reduce and prevent potential hazards that will occur. One of the methods can be used to reduce work accidents is by developing a safety plan using WBS (Work Breakdown Structure). This study aims to develop a WBS-based construction occupational safety and health plan for structural and architectural work buildings. This study develops a safety plan based on Regulation of Minister of PUPR No. 21 of 2019. This study uses literature study techniques for risk identification and questionnaires validation by experts with a minimum of 5 years experiences in OHS construction project. The result of this study is identification of hazards, impacts, prevention, OHS objective and programs. The results will be used for the development of a safety plan, intending to improve occupational safety and health performance and reduce occupational accidents in construction projects.
The Impact of COVID-19 Pandemic Information on Sectoral Stock Performance during Lockdown and New-Normal: An Evidence from Indonesia Stock Exchange
Authors: Nusantara Fariz Junior
Published: August 2021

The Indonesian economy has weakened in every sector since pandemic Covid-19. The study investigates how the stock return in the impacted and unimpacted industry reacts to death and cases information about Covid-19. Based on previous studies, behavioral changes also occur in society. Changes in consumption of mass products and also the behavior of fast-food products move in opposite directions. In addition, changes also occur in employee performance due to limitations related to activities. In addition, this study also considers the response from the Indonesian government regarding changes in people's behavior and the increase in cases related to Covid-19. The Indonesian government, in this case, implemented several policies as a response to the incident where the Indonesian government finally imposed restrictions on social activities followed by a transition period to maintain the economic cycle in Indonesia. This study shows that in both the impacted and unimpacted industries and the lockdown period and the new-normal period in the Indonesian version, information related to the Covid-19 case significantly negatively affected stock returns, while information on deaths due to Covid-19 has a negative effect that is not significant. This result suggests the practitioner considers which other information affects investment decision during the Pandemic in the future.
The Effects of Credit Growth on Risk and Performance of Conventional Banks in Indonesia
Authors: Mery Mery , Dony Chalid Abdul
Published: August 2021

Indonesia is a developing country with a bank-based country structure. Credit is the largest component of banking assets. Credit growth with the low interest rates and low standard criteria for potential borrowers will have an impact on the credit risk faced by banks. The purpose of this study is to look into the effect of credit growth on the risk and performance of Indonesian conventional banks. This study uses dynamic panel data with the Generalized Method of Moment (GMM) approach. There are 3 hypotheses to be tested: first, the relationship between credit growth and credit risk using a credit loss approach. Second, the relationship between credit growth and bank profitability using a bank interest income approach. Third, the relationship between credit growth and bank solvency using the ratio of capital to assets. The data used in this study is taken from 93 conventional commercial banks registered with the Indonesia Financial Service Authority (Otoritas Jasa Keuangan) in the period of 2009-2019. The results showed that credit growth has a significant negative effect on credit risk and has a significant positive effect on the profitability and solvency of conventional commercial banks in Indonesia.
Merger and Acquisition Analysis in Creating Value for Shareholders in The Infrastructure and Utility Sector
Authors: Widianova Valentina Hemas , Wulandari Permata
Published: August 2021

Trough 20 – years period their merger and acquisition (M&A) in sector infrastructure and utilities are the pledge of the most country in the world, especially in Asia with most emerging countries. This study aims to know the relation about M&A activities to value shareholders in infrastructure and utilities sector in during last 20 years and year of crisis in 2020. Observe for acquire and target companies using event study approach to find Cumulative Average Abnormal Return (CAAR) on M&A activities that represent the value for the shareholders. Set event window for 31 days, consist of 15 days before the announcement and 15 days after announcement. Using sample of listed companies who making acquisition activities in Asia which size of the deal above USD 30 million. The result shows that the acquirers give positive CAAR that statistically significant 10% and the targets give positive CAAR statistically significant 5 %. The target company has higher cumulative abnormal average return than the acquirer company. Then M&A activity during crisis shows that for acquirer give positive not significant CAAR with 4,6% abnormal return and target give positive CAAR 3.4% but not significant. The target gives higher CAAR positive for t-15 to t+7 than the acquirer.
Business Model Improvement: A Study Case of Channeling through E-commerce
Authors: Sitorus Silvy Anita Theresia , Fontana Avanti
Published: August 2021

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises or MSMEs contribute to domestic economic growth. However, in the course of business, MSMEs still have obstacles. From the standpoint of internal, namely aspects of non-financial capacity such as management, personnel, marketing, and production, as well as financial aspects such as access to sources of financing, profitability management, and profit growth. External factors, namely political, economic, social, technological, and health situations, have an impact on the stability of business performance. Advances in technology, supported by infrastructure and ease of regulation, have encouraged the growth and development of digital-based businesses. This business coaching method focused on the activities at XYZ's Crackers Business, an Indonesian MSME. The purpose of this business coaching activity is to develop marketing channels for XYZ businesses. Data was collected through interviews, observations and surveys. The data is then collected and analyzed through Business Model Canvas analysis, SWOT and TOWS Business Model Canvas analysis, PESTEL analysis, market opportunity analysis (STP), Marketing Mix analysis, and Gap analysis. The solution obtained is to improve the business model, namely the channel element in the form of adding an online store through e-commerce.
Community Social Capital and Firm Performance
Authors: Rahmawati Fitriana , Rofiq Ainur , Wijayanti Risna
Published: August 2021

This study aims to contribute to the social capital theory. This goal is achieved through determine the relationship between social capital and firm performance. It is carried out because SME's have limited access to resources. SME's need other alternatives to sustain their business. Small entrepreneurs feel the need to focus more on their internal resources. The development of the theory of social capital is important. In contrast to most previous studies, this research uses qualitative study research methods. To obtain the data, in-depth interviews with key informants were conducted. The finding shows that social capital consists of reciprocity, trust, network, and norms. This study also provides evidence that social capital plays a pivotal role in SME performance. Small entrepreneurs get various benefits after joining the group. In addition, social capital can help empower ordinary housewives to become small-scale entrepreneurs. In conclusion, strong social capital can improve business performance, thereby encouraging the economy to grow. The results of this research can be used as consideration for business entities to strengthen their business performance. More than that, this research is also used as a guide in determining strategic SME development policies for government. This research also contributes to the development of strategic management theory.
Implementation of AHP and SAW Methods for Optimization of Decision Recommendations
Authors: Kurniawati Deborah , Lenti Febri Nova , Nugroho Rudi Wahyu
Published: August 2021

Differences in interest in decision making are one of the things that must be facilitated in decision support applications. The most basic difference of interest in decision making is the difference in the weight of the importance of each criterion used. Each decision maker has their own interest in the criteria used. If these differences can be facilitated properly, the resulting decision recommendations can be optimal, in this case more in line with the interests of the users. The model is designed using the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) and Simple Additive Weight (SAW) methods, using 5 criteria. The final result of the AHP method is in the form of criteria weights that are in accordance with the interests of decision makers and in accordance with the consistency of the comparisons that have been given. The resulting weight will be used in the final calculation of SAW, namely in the calculation of alternative weights. By using AHP, the weight of the criteria becomes more subjective according to the interests of decision makers. Thus, the resulting alternative recommendations become more optimal because they are in accordance with the needs of decision makers.
Development of Business Process Based on Risk in Procurement Process of High-Rise Vertical Housing to Improve Performance Time in The Ministry of Public Works and Housing
Authors: Rahman Marendi , Berawi Muhammed Ali
Published: August 2021

The implementation of the construction of vertical housing has a record that there are still many experience delays in completing work. One of the contributing factors is the imperfect procurement process. Therefore, it is necessary to develop business processes in the procurement process. This study aims to develop a business process base on risk in the process of procuring high-rise vertical housing to improve performance time. Qualitative risk analysis is carried out to determine the highest risk and use the risk response to analyze its business process development actions. The results obtained are in the form of the highest risk in the procurement process and the development of the procurement business process.
The Effect of Manalagi and Fuji Apple Juice on Triglyceride Level in Elderly
Authors: Harsono Rizki Dwi Agustin , Dewi Yulia Lanti Retno , Lestari Anik
Published: August 2021

The purpose of this study is to determine effect of manalagi and fuji apples juice on triglyceride levels in in elderly. This study is an experimental study conducted on 39 elderly for 14 days, divided into 3 groups through randomized pre-post test control group design. G-0 was the control group, G-1 was the intervention group administered with manalagi apple juice, and G-2 was the intervention group given fuji apple juice. The data obtained were analyzed using Kruskal-Wallis and Mann-Whitney test. Trygliceride levels in the G-0 increased, whereas the G-1 and G-2 decreased. There was a significant difference (P <0.05) between the G-0 and the intervention group. Consumption of manalagi and fuji apples juice could reduce triglyceride levels in elderly.
The Influence of Leadership Behavior and Employee Commitment to Work Performance of Multi Nabati Sulawesi Corporation
Authors: Monoarfa Delva , Sumual Tinneke E.M. , Legi Marice P.
Published: August 2021

This study aims to analyze the influence of leadership behavior and employee commitment to work performance of employees in Maleo Unit Multi Nabati Sulawesi Corporation. The company faces the challenge of how to improve the work performance of employees. The method used in this research is quantitative research methods. The data collection techniques using a questionnaire distributed to 94 employees who work in the company. This study consist of three variable Leadership behavior is measured by the ability to motivate, direct, communicate, decision-making, and responsibility. Employee commitment is measured by acceptance of organizational objectives, loyalty, compliance with organizational rules, work engagement, and acceptance of organizational values. Work performance is measured by cooperation, creativity, time utilization, quality of work, and quantity of work. The data was analyzed using multiple regression analysis techniques. The results of the analysis are known that the value of 9.19 where is the value of F_test > F_tabel or 9,190 > 3,097, with a significant rate of 0.00 which means less than 0.05 or 0.00 < 0.05. This means there is a simultaneous influence between leadership behavior and work commitment to the work performance of employees in Maleo unit Multi Nabati Sulawesi Corporation.
Social Capital Values as the Strengthening Elements in the Rural Small Industry
Authors: Kimbal Rahel Widiawati , Tangkau Jaqueline E.M
Published: August 2021

This research aims at revealing various practices of social capital values to strengthen rural small industry. The practices which emerge from the interaction among farmers, big vendor, tibo, roasted nut business owner and consumers lead to different forms of social capital values. This research uses qualitative research method which involves a study case. The data are analyzed using forward stepwise model from Spradley, which formulates the findings from the empirical research. The research findings reveal various social capital values embedded in local tradition of Minahasa known as Mapalus. It refers to a form of cooperation which grow and develop among the Minahasans. Mapalus includes various social activities as follows (1) Mendu impero’ongan, a community service performed by the villagers; (2) Berantang, providing help for the bereaved family; (3) Sumakey, celebrating certain occasions together. Mapalus also exists in economic and financial activities such as: (1) Ma’endo. It refers to communal activities to cultivate the field or to renovate houses; and (2) Pa’ando. It is a financial activity in a form social gathering known as ‘arisan’. This cultural value is an important social capital for rural society to support their economic activities and to strengthen the rural small industry.
Critical Review: Factors Affecting Online Purchase Intention Generation Z
Authors: Veybitha Yolanda , Alfansi Lizar , Salim Muhartini , Darta Effed
Published: August 2021

This review aims to examine in depth what factors influence Generation Z's online purchase intention. In addition, the author also examines the online shopping research framework model as a reference to be developed in further research. The author collects the results of previous studies regarding online purchase intentions for 10 years (2011 – 2021) from various international journal sources. Based on the results of previous studies, the research model framework uses TAM (Technology Acceptence Model) variables, trust, social factors, security, and website quality. The main finding in previous research shows that the security factor greatly determines a person's online purchase intention. The security factor here is not just a product guarantee to consumers, but also about consumer data that is not easily hacked by irresponsible parties. The convenience of the payment system also influences online purchase intentions. In addition, utilitarian and hedonic motives encourage individuals to make online purchases. The utilitarian motive is concerned with consumer needs, while the hedonic motive emphasizes pleasure.
A COMPARISON BETWEEN INTRATHECAL NALBUPHINE VERSUS FENTANYL AS AN ADJUVANT WITH 0.5% HYPERBARIC BUPIVACAINE FOR POSTOPERATIVE ANALGESIA IN PATIENTS UNDERGOING LOWER SEGMENT CESAREAN SECTION
Authors: Choudhary Mukesh , Mahla Neeti
Published: August 2021

Background: Subarachnoid block is the preferred anesthesia for cesarean section, being simple to perform and economical with rapid onset. This study aims to compare the postoperative analgesia of intrathecal nalbuphine and fentanyl as adjuvants to bupivacaine in cesarean section.

Methods: A prospective, randomized, double?blind, and comparative study was conducted on 120 patients of American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) physical status I and II. These patients were randomized into three groups with fifty patients in each group. Group A received 2 ml of 0.5% hyperbaric bupivacaine (10 mg) plus 0.4 ml nalbuphine (0.8 mg), Group B received 2 ml of 0.5% hyperbaric bupivacaine (10 mg) plus 0.4 ml fentanyl (20 ?g), and Group B received 2 ml of 0.5% hyperbaric bupivacaine (10 mg) plus 0.4 ml of normal saline.

Results: The mean duration of sensory block was 107.32 ± 5.36 min in Group A, 111.23 ± 4.23 min in Group B, and 85.69 ± 2.31 min in Group C. The mean duration of motor block (time required for motor block to return to Bromage’s Grade 1 from the time of onset of motor block) was 152.02 ± 3.12 min in Group A, 151.69± 2.36 min in Group B, and 122.12 ± 2.32 min in Group C.

Conclusion: We concluded that intrathecal nalbuphine prolongs postoperative analgesia maximally and may be used as an alternative to intrathecal fentanyl in cesarean section.

Keywords: Nalbuphine, Bupivacaine, Fentanyl.
Uterine Rupture at a Site Distant From Old Scar: An Unusual Presentation
Authors: Shakya Poonam , Jindal Sonam , Avir Sarkar  , Yadav Ankita , Sharma Jagadish Chandra
Published: August 2021

Uterine rupture is a rare life threatening emergency with severe obstetric consequences. Most ruptures occur in a scarred uterus at the site of previous transmyometrial surgical incision. However, rupture on site distant from previous scar is a very rare entity. It is associated with major maternal and neonatal morbidity than rupture at a scarred area. Index case describes a scenario where uterine rupture occurred at the fundal region, far away from previous caesarean scar site leading to fetal demise. Till now, only a very few cases with uterine rupture away from the site of previous caesarean scar have been reported.

Keywords: uterine rupture, unscarred uterus, acute abdomen, hemoperitoneum
Evaluasi Pelaksanaan DRL (Daytime Running Light) Di Ruas Jalan Wonogiri-Ngadirojo Km +3 Bulusulur
Authors: Gud Adi Setya
Published: August 2021

Pemerintah Kabupaten Wonogiri melakukan evaluasi dengan UU No. 22 Tahun 2009 tentang menyalakan lampu utama bagi sepeda motor pada siang hari DRL (Daytime Running Light) guna mengatasi tingginya angka kecelakaan lalu lintas di Kabupaten Wonogiri. Pada penelitian ini pengambilan data primer langsung pada lokasi penelitian di Jalan Raya Wonogiri-Ngadirojo Km +3 Bulusulur, dengan rentang waktu tertentu yang ditentukan yakni penelitian dilakukan pada siang hari seperti penerapan yang diberlakukan pada peraturan ini, penelitian dilakukan pada hari-hari atau jam sibuk; hari Senin-Sabtu, Jam 06.30 – 08.30 WIB, Jam 10.00-11.30 WIB, Jam 12.00-13.30 WIB, Jam 15.30-17.00 WIB. Hasil pengamatan survei kendaraan bermotor (roda dua) di Jalan Wonogiri-Ngadirojo Km +3 Bulusulur, Wonogiri, tingkat partisipasi UU No. 22 tahun 2009 yaitu kewajiban pengendara sepedamotor untuk menyalakan lampu pada siang hari DRL (Daytime Running Light) yakni sebesar 96,65% (12.927 dari 13.375 kendaraan), dan yang tidak menyalakan lampu sebesar 3,35% (448 dari 13.375 kendaraan). Kecelakaan di Jalan Wonogiri-Ngadirojo Km +3 Bulusulur, Wonogiri antara tahun 2010-2013 menunjukan kenaikan dan penurunan namun, setelah tahun 2013 mengalami penurunan yang cukup signifikan dari 61 menjadi 27 pada tahun 2017. Hal tersebut bisa diakibatkan oleh tingkat kesadaran pengguna kendaraan bermotor utamanya menyalakan lampu untuk meningkatkan kewaspadaan. Meningkatnya kesadaran DRL (Daytime Running Light) dari tahun 2010 sebesar 46,96% menjadi 96,65% tahun 2017, di ikuti penurunan angka kecelakaan di Jalan Wonogiri-Ngadirojo Km +3 Bulusulur, Wonogiri dari 64 kejadian pada tahun 2013 menjadi 27 kejadian pada tahun 2017.
Pengaruh Penambahan Sampah Organik, Bioaktivator dan Fases Hewan Pada Lubang Resapan Biopori (LRB) Terhadap Infiltrasi dan Permeabilitas Tanah
Authors: Wahyuni Yayu Sri , Ilmawan Dzinnur Cilda Thesisa , Wibawa Satria Agung
Published: August 2021

Dengan berkurangnya Ruang Terbuka Hijau (RTH) di daerah perkotaan, maka teknologi Lubang Resapan Biopori (LRB) merupakan salah satu teknologi alternatif eco drainage yang dapat diterapkan untuk menanggulangi banjir, membantu mengurangi kekeringan serta mengurangi beban sampah kota. Selain menggunakan sampah organik sebagai media pengisi Lubang Resapan Biopori (LRB) juga digunakan bahan bioaktivator dan fases hewan sebagai bahan campuran. Tujuan dari penelitian ini yaitu untuk mengetahui pengaruh sampah organik, bioaktivator dan fases hewan terhadap infiltrasi pada Lubang Resapan Biopori (LRB) serta untuk mengetahui permeabilitas yang terjadi di sekitar LRB pada minggu ke-4. Dari hasil data pengujian, analisa data dan pembahasan, dapat ditarik kesimpulan bahwa sampah organik, bioaktivator dan fases hewan berpengaruh pada peningkatan infiltrasi. Rata-rata peningkatan infiltrasi pada LRB1 (sampah organik) sebesar 6,831cm/detik, LRB2 (sampah organik+fases hewan) sebesar 6,888 cm/detik, LRB3 (sampah organik+bioaktivator) sebesar 7,175 cm/detik. Sampah organik, fases hewan dan bioaktivator juga secara langsung mampu mempengaruhi permeabilitas tanah di sekeliling LRB walaupun tidak terlalu signifikan. Nilai tertinggi permeabilitas terjadi pada blanko-blanko yang terletak dekat dengan LRB, yaitu blanko 1A, 2A dan 3A dengan nilai 0,017681 cm/detik; 0,017582 cm/detik; 0,017979 cm/detik.
Optimalisasi Pemakaian Waste Material Pada Beton Terhadap Kondisi Normal Beton Perbandingan
Authors: Kristiawan Agung , Budirahardjo Slamet , Permata Suwandi Putri Anggi
Published: August 2021

Material merupakan salah satu komponen penting dalam pelaksanaan suatu proyek konstruksi dan pemakaiannya harus dikontrol dengan baik sehingga tidak banyak sisa-sisa material yang terbuang dan menumpuk. Untuk minimalisasi sisa material akan menguntungkan  pihak kontraktor dan bisa mengurangi dampak lingkungan. Sisa material konstruksi banyak sekali jenisnya seperti sisa material bata, pasir, split, begesting, dll. Pada pekerjaan plesteran membutuhkan pasir yang sudah diayak sesuai saringan yang dibutuhkan dan akan didapatkan sisa material ayakan pasir yang berbentuk kerikil. Sisa material kerikil dari ayakan pasir apabila tidak digunakan akan menumpuk dan dapat mengganggu pada penempatan material lain apabila lahannya tidak cukup luas. Sisa kerikil dari ayakan pasir tersebut dapat dipakai sebagai agregat kasar pada campuran beton sehingga sisa material tersebut dapat dioptimalkan lagi. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah untuk mengkaji karakteristik beton dengan mengoptimalisasikan sisa material, dalam hal ini kerikil sisa ayakan pasir sebagai pengganti agregat kasar campuran beton perbandingan 1 PC : 2 PS : 3 KR dengan variasi pengaruh material sisa ayakan pasir terhadap agregat normal beton sebesar 10%, 15%, 20%, 25%, 30%. Dari hasil uji laboratorium, karakteristik umum kuat tekan beton perbandingan 1 PC : 2 PS : 3 KR dengan agregat kasar memakai kerikil sisa ayakan pasir menunjukkan bahwa semakin besar persentase substitusi batu pecah dengan grosok maka kuat tekannya semakin turun. Karakteristik Kuat Tekan Kubus Beton Penambahan Portland Cement (PC) dengan Substitusi Grosok 5% cukup dipengaruhi oleh besarnya penambahan PC, semakin besar persentase penambahan  PC maka kuat tekannya semakin besar.
Health Responses During the COVID-19 Pandemic: An International Strategy and Experience Analysis
Authors:   Department of Occupational Health, Student Research Committee, School of Public Health and Safety, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Rafieepour Athena , Masoumi Gholamreza ,   Department of Health in Emergencies and Disasters, School of Health Management and Information Services, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran., Dehghani Arezoo ,   Department of Health in Emergencies and Disasters, Student Research Committee, School of Public Health and Safety, Shahid-Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Published: August 2021

Background: Sharing experiences and learning from health measures taken during the outbreak of epidemics is a critical issue that affects the right and timely decisions in health crises. In the present study, an attempt has been made to review the health policies adopted against COVID-19 and extract critical points for resolving the epidemic crisis. Materials and Methods: This article was a comparative study. The study population comprised Canada, Japan, Germany, Korea, Turkey, and Iran. Ten effective indicators in the management of epidemics were extracted by reviewing the literature and interviewing disaster management experts, and the degree of conformity of the research community with them was examined. The study data were collected from articles published in scientific databases (Google Scholar, PubMed, Web of Science, and Scopus search engines) or information from COVID-19 disease management organizations from official sites. The obtained data were processed and analyzed by matrix content analysis. Results: The results showed the importance of 10 effective indicators in the management of epidemics during the outbreak of COVID-19 studied and noticed by the health system of most countries. And the government, local and private organizations have participated in the implementation of the studied indicators according to the conditions of each country’s health system. Therefore, the success rate of countries in managing COVID-19 disease varies according to the time, type, and manner of implementation and monitoring of measures. Conclusion: Speed of action in adopting health policies and integration in its implementation, construction of convalescence, adequate training and access to personal protective equipment, prevention of nosocomial contamination, and voluntary assistance are essential issues in the fight against epidemics. These measures should be considered and used as teachings in managing health crises, especially emerging diseases and pandemics.
Modeling individual participation in sports activities
Authors: Makshanchikov K. N.
Published: August 2021

The article presents a classification of approaches to the analysis of sports activities at the individual level. Economists are interested in studying sports because of the growing importance of the sport industry in the economy. In this regard, it becomes an urgent task to identify motivations that encourage people to engage in sports. The main purpose of the paper is to discuss the differences in approaches to the study of sports activity of individuals depending on the dominant motives. The author considers the main motives for sports, such as professional activities, leisure, and investments in human capital. The article systematizes approaches to the analysis of people’s sports activities and offers a classification of approaches. The article discusses the relationship between motives and the problem of empirical assessment of individuals’ decision-making about sports from an economist’s point of view.
Returns to education in Russia: Nowhere below?
Authors: Kapeliushnikov R. I.
Published: August 2021

The paper presents a wide set of estimates for returns to education in Russia, introducing a number of new sources of microdata that previosly remained unused by both Russian and foreign researchers. Until now virtually all available estimates for Russia were based on data from a single source — The Russia Longitudinal Monitoring Survey — Higher School of Economics (RLMS-HSE). According to these data, since the mid-2000s returns to education rapidly declined and have dropped to abnormally low levels. The paper tests the thesis of ultra-low economic value of Russian education using data from three alternative representative surveys regularly conducted by Rosstat. The analysis shows that currently returns to education in Russia reach 12—13%, which is much higher than the standard RLMS estimates. University-type tertiary education almost doubles earnings (its premium approaches to 100%), and even short-cycle tertiary education provides a premium of about 20—30%. Alternative sources also indicate that over the past 15 years, returns to education in Russia remained stable and, therefore, no decreasing trend in the economic value of education has been observed. This makes it possible to reject the currently popular thesis about abnormally low returns to education in Russia.
“Physicists” and “lyricists”: Whom the Russian labor market values higher?
Authors: Gimpelson V. E. , Zinchenko D. I.
Published: August 2021

In this study, we raise a simple question: do STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education and employment provide a monetary return to professionals with this specialization and holding STEM jobs? If yes, what is the premium across ages and cohorts? We compare wages of professionals with the STEM education and without it, holding STEM jobs and those working in alternative positions, and with various combinations of education and jobs. We estimate premiums for the whole sample as well as for different age groups and cohorts. For this, we use various large data sets with variables for college majors and occupational positions. The main conclusion is that the STEM specialization brings no significant benefits compared to non-STEM majors and jobs. The premium does not emerge over experience or age; moreover, older groups engaged in STEM-related work tend to experience a wage penalty. As we move from younger to older age cohorts, the wage growth declines which means that wages for younger age cohorts catch up and take over the older ones, even if they were initially lower. These results are reproduced on all available datasets.
Impact of digital multi-sided platforms on firm survival in retail
Authors: Andronova E. S. , Rey A. I. , Akzhigitova G. R.
Published: August 2021

This paper explores firm survival in Russian retail industry in cases of digital multi-sided platforms penetration such as aggregator Yandex.Market, marketplace Wildberries, electronic store Ozon and classified-ad service Avito. The panel data set of 130 thousand firms was analyzed using two methods: non-parametric Kaplan—Meier estimator and semi-parametric Cox proportional hazards model with time dependent covariates. Kaplan—Meier estimator calculates the survival function for censored data. Cox proportional hazards model examines the effect of platform penetration on hazard rates of differently sized firms in various industry spheres. Platforms-aggregators Yandex.Market and Wildberries have a strong positive impact on firm survival while platformsdisruptors Ozon and Avito increase likelihood of firm failure. The main results of platform influence in various industry spheres are as follows: the aggregator of price offers has a more positive impact on segments with high information asymmetry; and firms specialized on Wildberries key product categories enjoy lower hazard ratios of bankruptcy or liquidation. These hypotheses are not supported for Ozon and Avito platforms.
Optimización del desempeño de un Sistema Web para Modelos de Inferencia Difusa mediante Técnicas no invasivas
Authors: Uc Dzib Miguel Ángel , Menéndez Domínguez Victor Hugo , Medina Peralta Salvador
Published: August 2021

Se evaluó el rendimiento de un Sistema Web que permite simular modelos de inferencia difusa (SWID), se presenta una propuesta genérica para optimizar la ejecución de un SWID en un servidor Web (Apache), utilizando una configuración no invasiva que hace uso de la compresión y el caché del servidor Web. La reciente necesidad de utilizar modelos matemáticos en disciplinas como la Biología, Medicina, Psicología, Educación, entre otras, ha estimulado el interés en el empleo de nuevas técnicas para su generación. Los sistemas de inferencia difusa permiten modelar procesos complejos o sistemas incompletos o inciertos, se utilizó la prueba de wilcoxon y t – student para muestras pareadas para ver diferencias con la optimización y sin la optimización.
Financial Distress, Regional Independence and Corruption: An Empirical Study in Indonesian Local Governments
Authors: Maria Evi , Halim Abdul , Suwardi Eko
Published: August 2021

This study aims to determine the effect of financial distress and regional independence on the probability of corruption in the local governments, of Indonesia. This study used panel data from local governments in Indonesia in 2012 and 2013 with 785 local governments. Data in 2012 and 2013 was used since the trial process for fraud cases takes a long time to get to the permanent legal power decision (inkracht). Data were analyzed using logistic regression analysis. The study results found that financial distress did not affect the probability of corruption. In contrast, regional independence positively affected the likelihood of corruption in the local governments, in Indonesia. If regional independence is high, then the probability of corruption in the local government is also high, and vice versa. The study findings were also robust in an independent analysis when the additional test was carried out. Empirically, this study found that the independence of funding sources, independence ratios to meet regional needs, and regional income could be used to detect corruption in Indonesian local governments. While the budget solvency ratio, financial performance ratio of budget, the financial performance ratio of fund equity, and regional financial efficiency could not. The pressure to commit corruption occurs because the region is in an independent state. Therefore, supervision of the implementation of fiscal decentralization needs to be done so that corruption does not happen.
Experience of training masters at Eastern Siberian State Institute of Culture
Authors: Ezova S. A. , Kuchmurukova M. A.
Published: August 2021

The experience of training in “Library and information activities” (specialty 51.04.06), profile “Theory and methodology of library pedagogical activities”, master program is analyzed. The history of librarianship master program at Eastern Siberian State Institute of Culture is reviewed; the faculty structure and learners are characterized. The curriculum comprises library, bibliographical, psychological and pedagogical and management disciplines. The tasks are specified: educating thoughtful professionals aware of library problems; developing theory and methodology; involving students into conceptualizing prospects for library and information industry. Methodological approaches and teaching methods are discussed as exemplified by the disciplines: “Methodology of library pedagogical activities”, “Library professiology”, “Organization and methodology of library, bibliographical and bibliological studies”, “Library environment and space”, “Business etiquette in library”. The focus is made on developing professional (rigorous) and personal (flexible) competences: critical thinking, empathy, communication skills, etc. The authors’ experience in applying pedagogical technologies is discussed (mind maps, puzzle technique, cases, discussions, presentations, etc.). The contents of practical activities and the subjects of final qualifying papers are characterized.
RELATIONSHIPS IN THE WORKPLACE AND OCCUPATIONAL ATTRACTIVENESS AMONG STUDENTS, TEACHERS AND RANGERS-SPORTSMEN
Authors: Ivantchev Nikolay , Stoyanova Stanislava
Published: August 2021

Perceived occupational attractiveness could be due to many factors and relationships in the workplace are among them. The questionnaire “Attractiveness of the profession” created by Ivanov (1999) was used to study how relationships in the workplace were related to perceptions of occupational attractiveness among students, teachers and rangers-sportsmen participating in special missions abroad. In 2012 and 2013, 46 secondary school teachers, 40 students in pedagogical specialties, and 27 sportsmen-rangers participating in special missions abroad were studied in Bulgaria. The results indicated that the students and the rangers were more satisfied with their work than the teachers were. The interpersonal relationships influenced mainly the students’ and rangers’ perceptions of occupational attractiveness. The rangers were more influenced by the relationships with the colleagues. The psycho-climate in the workplace was considered as more important by the rangers. The students were more influenced by the interpersonal communication at the workplace and their heads’ expertise. Some moderators of interpersonal relationships in the workplace were found – such as the tasks in the work, the prestige of occupation, the interaction between occupation and rewards, and the psycho-climate in the workplace.
Key words: relationships in the workplace; occupational attractiveness; students;
teachers; rangers-sportsmen.
THEORETICAL PRINCIPLES OF PSYCHOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF STUDENTS’ GROUP PROJECT ACTIVITY WHILE LEARNING FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Authors: Kalamazh Viktoriia
Published: August 2021

In this research the theoretical principles of psychological analysis of group project activity of students in the process of learning foreign language are defined on the basis of subject-activity, socio-psychological and cognitive paradigms. The approaches of different authors to the understanding of the concept of project and in particular group project activity are considered. The difficulties of the theoretical analysis of this specific notion are indicated due to the considerable variety of subjects, types and forms of the pedagogical activity, academic disciplines regarding which the researches are being carried out. Not disclosed aspects of organizing the group project activity of students are being determined, among them is a project group as an autonomous subject of joint activity for the realization students’ project activity while learning a foreign language; forming psychological readiness of teacher and student to use project method; the role of metacognitive aspect in the surrounding, where the project activity is being carried out; group functioning through the project work as a subject of group examination. It has been indicated that the analysis of project activity as an innovative technology must include its assessment as a condition of student’s developing as a subject of learning activity, his personal, socio-psychological, intellectual and professional self-perfection. Three levels of subjectivity in group project activity are being distinguished: teacher; each particular student; and student project group. Interaction between teacher and student is based on subject-subject relations. An organization of a project activity while learning a foreign language is considered as the one in which the student is moving in order to get the manager position and to master the basis of expert knowledge. Hereby, the main stress is on the group role as a subject of group examination, and also on metacognitive character of the surrounding. On the basis of conducted theoretical analysis, the new understanding of the notion of a group project activity is proposed. It is claimed, that the effectiveness of a group project activity is determined by the level of psychological readiness of students and teachers to implement it.
Key words: group project activity, group dynamics, subject of a group activity, cognitive structures, expert knowledge, metacognitive skills, learning activity.
Analisis Ketersediaan Ruang Terbuka Hijau di Kawasan Perkotaan Garut
Authors: Pratama Jalu Hudha , Susetyaningsih Adi
Published: August 2021

Dampak negatif dari perkembangan zaman adalah meningkatnya polusi udara dan kurangnya daerah resapan air hujan. Dalam menghadapi dampak negatif ini diperlukan adanya kepedulian dengan menciptakan Ruang Terbuka Hijau (RTH). Tujuan dari adanya penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis ketersediaan ruang terbuka hijau yang ada di kawasan perkotaan Garut. Penelitian dilakukan dengan menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif. pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan melakukan survey instansional, observasi lapangan, pengukuran, dan dokumentasi. Penilaian kondisi RTH didasari pada Pedoman RTH Di Kawasan Perkotaan. Dari hasil penelitian terdapat selisih perhitungan luas RTH sebesar 11,7%, dimana luas RTH menurut data sekunder sebesar ±1.895,15 Ha atau sekitar 24,69% sedangkan dari hasil identifikasi lapangan didapat luas RTH sebesar ±2793,45 Ha atau sekitar 36,39% dari luas wilayah perkotaan Garut terdapat perbedaan pada lokasi tinjauan yang mana dari data sekunder turut mengikut sertakan beberapa RTH yang lokasinya berada di luar kawasan perkotaan Garut. Fasilitas sarana prasarana RTH khususnya taman dan hutan kota masih dibutuhkan penataan serta pemeliharaan seperti tempat pembuangan sampah, sistem penerangan, dan bangku taman.
Pengaruh Penggunaan Agregat Kasar Kerikil Alami Terhadap Mutu Beton
Authors: Arian Sena , Roestaman Roestaman , Permana Sulwan
Published: August 2021

Sungai menghasilkan agregat dengan karakteristik yang berbeda, khususnya Kabupaten Garut dilalui oleh Sungai Cimanuk. Sungai Cimanuk mempunyai pola aliran yang berbeda-beda, sehingga kualitas agregat yang dihasilkan juga berbeda- beda. Setiap pola aliran menghasilkan material kerikil sungai yang bisa digunakan untuk campuran agregat kasar pada campuran pembuatan beton. Penggunaan struktur beton menyebabkan tingginya permintaan material, dibutuhkan inovasi guna mencari pengganti agregat. Agregat alami menjadi pilihan untuk bahan campuran beton, salah satunya agregat alami adalah kerikil alami yang berasal dari sungai. Penulis meneliti pengaruh dari penggunaan kerikil alami sebagai agregat bu pada campuran beton yang dikombinasikan dengan agregat (Spilt Ex. Garut). Proses dalam penelitian ini di Uji Laboratorium STT Garut. Agregat kerikil alami hasil produksi langsung dari Sungai Cimanuk. Penggunaan kerikil alami pada campuran beton yang divariasikan menjadi 5, 10%, dan 15% digunakan rancangan mix design SNI 7833-2012. Berdasarkan nilai kuat tekan yang dianalisis menggunakan trendline dan pembatasan ± 5% untuk mendapat hasil nilai relevan menujukan adanya peningkatan pada campuran variasi 5% sebesar 1,81%, 0,87% pada variasi 10%, 8,72% dan 3,01 pada variasi 15%.
Investigation regarding the presence of Trypanosoma cruzi in triatomines and humans in rural households in the State of Paraná, southern Brazil
Authors: Abreu Ana Paula de , Silva Hevillyn Fernanda Lucas da , Sarto Marcella Paula Mansano , Iunklaus Giullia Ferreira , Trovo João Vitor , Fernandes Nilma de Souza , Sá Amanda Regina Nichi de , Gomes Mônica Lucia , Toledo Max Jean de Ornelas
Published: August 2021

Trypanosoma cruzi, the etiologic agent of Chagas disease (CD), is transmitted by hematophagous insects belonging to the subfamily Triatominae. After elimination of Triatoma infestans, the infestation of human dwellings by secondary species of vectors continues to pose a risk of transmission of the parasite. Our aim was to investigate the T. cruzi presence in triatomines and humans in rural households in the State of Paraná, southern Brazil. The capture of the insects was carried out by technicians of the municipalities after residents reported the outbreak. Five residents and 27 triatomines captured in four municipalities in the North and Midwest of the state were evaluated. The research of T. cruzi was carried out using parasitological, serological, and molecular techniques, in human blood, excreta, intestinal contents and insect macerate. Panstrongylus megistus, P. geniculatus and Triatoma sp.  were identified. Ten specimens of P. megistus were captured in a house in Mandaguari with five residents and presented an infection rate of 70% for T. cruzi like. All residents tested negative for T. cruzi infection. Another 15 P. megistus were captured in the peridomicile in Janiópolis and had 100.0% positivity. The only adult specimen of P. geniculatus captured in the intradomicile in Amaporã, as well as the nymph of Triatoma in the peridomicile in Paiçandu, were negative. The finding of P. megistus naturally infected by T. cruzi in households in rural area of Paraná demonstrates a potential risk of vector transmission of CD in these regions.