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Estimating Technical Efficiency of Academic Departments of a Philippine Higher Education Institution
Authors: Gono, Jr. Exequiel Reposposa
Published: October 2020

The main thrust of this research is to measure the relative technical efficiency of the six (6) colleges of San Pedro College from school year 2004-2014. The technical efficiency of the academic units can be derived based on its ability to produce the optimum number of output (number of research outputs, number of graduates, and number of community extension conducted) based on a given set of inputs (budget allocation and ratio of the full-time and part-time faculty) using data envelopment analysis. The Nursing/Respiratory Therapy Department is consistent as the highest for the ratio of full-time to part-time faculty while the lowest ratio was observed by Medical Laboratory Sciences Department in 2016, Arts and Sciences in 2015 and Accounting and Business in 2014. In terms of technical efficiency, all departments are technically-efficient during 2014. The Nursing/Respiratory Therapy Department, Physical Therapy Department and Medical Laboratory Sciences Department did not obtain 100% efficiency. In 2016, only the Accounting and Business Management Department did not obtain full technical efficiency score. Further, using the Tobit model, the age of the department, number of baccalaureate teachers, proportion of faculty members with doctorate degree with those who are masters’ degree holders, and the dean’s qualification were found to be insignificant as sources of inefficiency.
National Private Banks’ Organizational Culture and Organizational Commitment Analysis
Authors: Supriyadi Dikdik
Published: October 2020

The acceleration of environmental change results in changes in corporate culture, the success of an organization is not only supported by the organizational culture but also how the organization fosters organizational commitment that is understood as an individual's psychological bond to the organization. The purpose of this study is to analyze the Organizational Culture and Organizational Commitment in Private Banks in Bandung. Descriptive method was used in this study for employees of some private banks. The total number of respondents were 80 employees. The result shown that Organizational Culture produces the level of effort and subordinate Organizational Commitment beyond what will happen, when viewed from the average weight of Organizational Culture. Based on the analysis of Organizational Commitment, it can be said that employees of Private Bank in Bandung as a whole have a high Organizational Commitment based on the weight generated from the questionnaires that the authors distribute.
Impact of Perceived organizational support and organizational reward on Thriving at work; Mediating role of civility at workplace.
Authors: Rukh Lala , Hassan Qandeel , Babar Sman , Iftikhar Ayesha
Published: October 2020

Thriving at work is one of the hottest topic of discussion now a days. As it has become one of the most important concern to increase learning and vitality of employees. Practitioners are looking for ways to increase employees thriving at work. This study analyzes the mediating role of civility on perceived organizational support and thriving; and between organizational reward and thriving. The purposive sampling technique was used. Self-reported questionnaires and online survey technique was used for collecting data. This study provides insights about the impact of Perceived Organizational Support and Organizational Reward on thriving and mediating effect of workplace civility. This study provides implications to the professionals as how they can thrive at work and civility is one of the important factor that generates thriving of employees.
The Impact of Fiscal Deficit on Inflation Rate - Empirical Evidence Case of Eurozone
Authors: Kryeziu Nexhat , Durguti Esat
Published: October 2020

The purpose of this working paper is to investigate if determinants have an impact on inflation rate in Eurozone Countries by using times series data for 17 countries from year 1997 to 2017, in yearly basis in total 375 observations. The study used quantitative research approach and secondary data and is analyzed by using linear regression model measures: Inflation rate as a dependent variable, and five independent variables such us: GDP to growth rate, Deficit to GDP rate, Public debt to GDP rate, Government bond interest rate and Unemployment rate. Linear regression model was applied to investigate the impact of GDP to growth rate, deficit to the GDP rate, Public debt to the GDP rate, Government bond interest rate, and Unemployment rate to the dependent variable Inflation rate. From the Linear Regression Model coefficients for inflation rate as a dependent variable shows that three of five variables have a significance one with negative significance and two positive significance. The empirical result shows that the three of five ratios that we mentioned above have a strong influence on the Inflation rate.
Determinants of Corporate Reputation towards Knowledge Sharing
Authors: NEMIÑO ROMEL C
Published: October 2020

This paper examines the underlying relationship between corporate reputation and knowledge sharing of commercial bank employees in Caraga Region, Philippines. Its objective is to determine the levels of corporate reputation and knowledge sharing. In the same vein, correlation measures using the Pearson Product Moment Correlation between corporate reputation on knowledge sharing is also explored. Using the stratified random sampling technique, 400 bank employees across the region are identified as the primary respondents of this empirical research. As perceived by the respondents, findings reveal a very high level of corporate reputation and knowledge sharing among the bank employees. Moreover, strong evidence on the positive relationship between the constructs corporate reputation and knowledge sharing is uncovered. Among the dimensions of corporate reputation, corporate communication revealed the highest r-value when correlated with knowledge sharing. The findings of this study substantiate an empirical contribution not only to the banking industries but to other business organizations making this proposed research model as the laying ground for future policy reviews and formulations to improve business performance.
Managing a culturally diverse workforce: A managerial accountant perspective
Authors: Hugo Jacques , Sauerman Roelof , Schutte Hannorite , Schutte Danie , Eeden Eben Van
Published: October 2020

The role of the Management Accountant has seen a dramatic shift in the past century as the primary function has gradually moved from a technical to a strategic role that focuses on creating a competitive advantage for the organization. This shift from “measuring” to “managing” demands that the management accountant possess a broader range of skills, specifically softer skills, that is needed for managing and leading the people of the organisation in their roles. However, the 21st century work place is much more culturally diverse in its workforce today, than it was in previous decades. This diversity of the people in the organization has the potential to create unequalled competitive advantage if managed well, or to it has the potential to sink an organization if not managed well. This study aims at exploring different models that can be used by the management accountant to be better at understanding and ultimately managing the people within the company in a way that brings the best out of the diversity of its people in working to create a sustainable competitive advantage.
The Effect of Motivation, Competence and Work Environment to the Management of Goods as a Regional Asset Manager in Padang City
Authors: Eliza Yulina , Putri Viona , Hasbullah Hendri , Luthfi Mohammad
Published: October 2020

This study aims to determine the effect of motivation, competence and work environment on improving the performance of goods administrators as employees of regional asset management in Padang City. The object of this research is the Management of Goods within the Padang City Government with studies conducted at the Regional Financial and Asset Management Agency. The total population is 481 people who manage goods, samples taken as many as 120 people randomly. Instrument testing is done by validity test and reliability test. Data analysis using multiple linear regression analysis and hypothesis testing. The results of this study found that motivation, competence and work environment had a significant effect on the performance of goods administrators as employees of asset management in the Padang City Government environment.
Quality of Service in Mobile Telecommunications in Albania – Application of Marketing Strategies
Authors: Mario Gjoni
Published: October 2020

The sector of telecommunication services in Albania has undergone enormous changes over the past two decades. The decline in fixed services in number in prices but more importantly the decline in the use and perception of customers and the amazing growth of mobile services were mostly observed in any city in Albania. This paper takes into consideration mobile services and their marketing strategies, as they reach this market and how to fulfill their objectives. The focus of this study in marketing strategies and marketing mix will be specifically the quality of service that is offered by cellular companies in Albania. Also, the strategy applied will be tested if it delivers or better to say the translation in the quality perceived by the customer and their assessment of their respective companies. The study was conducted in the Albanian market in the years 2016-2017. The study will include a representative sample for the Albanian market and measure and compare the quality of services through instruments such as Servqual. In the data analysis it shows that there are statistically significant differences in the quality offered by mobile companies in Albania and the quality perceived by the client, even though the services offered, packages and products are of a more homogeneous nature. The primary data obtained in this study indicate that companies in addition to suitable marketing strategies and benchmarking with other market players should bear in mind the integrated marketing communication and placing customer and values at the center of services offered.
Effect of work Placement, Education and Job completion for Employee Performance with Job Satisfaction as a variable intervening in Dharmasraya District Education office
Authors: Novriandri Bimbo , Herniyenti Herniyenti , Sudarti Sudarti , Eliza Yulina
Published: October 2020

Research conducted is intended to know the influence of employee placement, education and Jobdescription completion of employee performance by stripping as a Intervening variable in district education Office Dharmasraya. The respondent came from Dharmasraya District education officer. The sample withdrawal method shows that employee placement, education, and Jobdescription completion of employee performance with stripping as Intervening variables in Dharmasraya District education Office is suspected to have a positive influence and significan to the performance of employees of the Dharmasraya District Education Office.
Problems in Recruitment
Authors: Hassan Qandeel , Iqbal Zulfiqar Ahmad , Zafar Rabbia , Rafique Tayyaba
Published: October 2020

The success of an organization in achieving its goals depends on the quality and motivation of its employees. The relevant skills, experience, and behavioral traits of the applicants need to be scrutinized and assessed carefully. To attract top level talent one has to be intentional. There are many things which need to be considered and done in the hiring process. If not given attention at this stage they cannot be repaired later on. In hyper competitive business environments, employees are source of competitive advantage. The casual approach to recruitment and selection would be a big mistake. The problems in recruitment and selection need to be considered and addressed carefully. In this article an effort has been made to highlight some important problems in recruitment and some suggested measures to attract the applicants with high skills, right knowledge and attributes at the right time and for the right job.
Reflection of public debt in financing deficit, capital investments and economic growth in Kosovo and level comparison with other countries
Authors: Kryeziu Refik
Published: October 2020

In this paper, we present the processes of public debt development in Kosovo for the period of its functioning, respectively from 2009 until 2018. There is no long history of it, but there is a dynamic constant growth. The methodology used in this paper is based on empirical study analysis, and the scientific literature we have elaborated has found that many thinkers who support public debt with arguments justify this non-fiscal instrument to finance the budget deficit as well as some others who object it. In addition to the international debt with 42% share, in 2012, the domestic debt began to function, with securities issuing at 58%. Along with the country's economic growth, we have also increased budget, and GDP growth. While every year we have an average economic growth of 3.2% to 3.5%. In 2013, compared to 2012, the budget increase is 1.96%, in 2016 compared to 2015 is 7%. In 2017 compared to 2016 we have a growth of 8.31%. In 2009, the debt-to-GDP ratio had a share of 6.12%, in 2014 it reached 10.65%, in 2017 the share of debt to GDP (GDP) was 16.63% and in Q3 of 2018 it was 16.92 %. In the countries of the region and the European Union we have different levels. Most states have a high level of debt to GDP.The study of the literature review was carried out using selected four databases containing publications. Research has been done to find out how much the public debt level is based on the specifics of the economy and fiscal policy in Kosovo. In addition to the dynamics of public finance development, public debt has also been realized.
Trade and Country Legislation as a Roadmap for Economic Integration: Focus on Balkan Countries
Authors: Mehmeti Ismail A , Krasniqi Sokol , Sogojeva Hysen
Published: October 2020

Purpose: This paper focuses on identifying the role of trade and legislation of a country for economic integration. Every Balkan country has claims to integrate into the large family of the European Union- EU. This context besides foreign trade legal infrastructure is one of the main determinants of this process. It is imperative that laws related to the process of economic integration should comply with EU legal directives. Design/Methodology/Approach: Data processing design (for legislation as a roadmap for economic integration) is in line with established international standards. It focuses on data published by the governing institutions of the relevant countries using deductive methods. It also compares data obtained from research in analytical and synthetic terms with direct access to literature, scientific journals, as well as official reports published locally and abroad. Findings: Today, economic integration has become a necessity of recent times. They are influenced by a large number of relevant factors and are received by political actors on the basis of whose political actions will bring about liberal or protectionist policies. Each state has its own legal acts and other legal provisions regulating the functioning of the country's legal system. Free trade and the implementation of economic integration are closely linked to "Fiscal Policy" as part of the overall economic system. Adoption of restrictive fiscal laws that impede the international movement of goods and services has detrimental effects on the development of international trade and impedes the development of good relations between sovereign states. Practical Implications: The elaboration of this paper is based on the legal analysis of contemporary economic integration as well as the economic aspects and modalities for the practical realization of regional integration. The paper presents data - on market performance and legislation that determines economic integration - which shows the current state of affairs of the Western Balkan countries in the context of such integration. Originality/Value: The data in the paper present the real state of commercial economic developments and legislation as determinant of economic integration in the Western Balkan countries. The focus is on the creation of adjacent legislative spaces of these countries, which enables accelerated integration with the ultimate aim of joining the EU.
Awareness of Employee Compensation and its Effect on Employee Motivation
Authors: Muneeb Ataullah , Ahmad Ali
Published: October 2020

Motivation of the employees plays an essential role to help an organization achieve effectively the objectives in terms of productivity and commitment of its employees. Considering the importance of employees’ motivation, we conducted a research in Nangarhar province of Afghanistan to find whether employees are really affected by the compensation. In other words, what factors can influence the motivation of employees within a company? The data for the study is randomly obtained from 350 employees of distinct private and public organizations through five-likert scale adopted questionnaire. To obtain consistent study results, the ordinary least square an econometric assessment method was used. The results show that rewards have positive and statistically significant impacts on the motivation of employees. Our findings also show that the impact on employee motivation is positive on financial and non-financial benefits. This means that organizations provide their employees with both financial and non-financial benefits, thus strengthening employee motivation. However, the findings also indicate that intrinsic rewards, extrinsic rewards, and job satisfaction have a considerable influence on employee motivation.

 Therefore, we strongly recommend both private and public organizations to motivate their employees through compensations.
The Use of e-Learning Course during the COVID-19: A Systems Thinking Approach
Authors: Liu Chin-Yen Alice
Published: October 2020

In the era of theInternet, most educators have been supported by powerful tools ranging from e-books and e-learning sites to cloud services, and students’ learning environment has been a mix between traditional study (in class) and e-learning through some kind of online learning platform. Due to the uncertainty of the rapidly changing COVID-19 situation, all colleges and universities have to shutter their physical campuses and move their courses to remote and online formats hastily. This prompted many to wonder if all of the faculty are ready and qualified to teach online courses and/or if all of the students are ready to learn in the comprehensive online environment. If not, what ultimate impact will be to our higher education during this national emergency virus pandemic since there is no choice but depend on where they sit currently, not to mention the negative reviews and concerns regarding the online education. To make this transfer seamlessly and conflict mitigation, this paper applied systems thinking for an e-Learning course and proposed a flexible grading method for an e-learning environment, which will enhance students’ grades by allowing students to control their own study paces and the amount of efforts spent in the course, which can bring a successful online learning experience.
The Measurement of Impacts of External Financing on The Risk Level of Viet Nam Construction Material Industry During and After The Global Crisis 2007-2011
Authors: Huy Dinh Tran Ngoc
Published: October 2020

This research paper aims to analyze the impacts of external financing on market risk for the listed firms in the Viet nam construction material industry, esp. after the financial crisis 2007-2009.

First, by using quantitative and analytical methods to estimate asset and equity beta of total 57 listed companies in Viet Nam construction material industry with a proper traditional model, we found out that the beta values, in general, for many institutions are acceptable.

Second, under 3 different scenarios of changing leverage (in 2011 financial reports, 30% up and 20% down), we recognized that the risk level, measured by equity and asset beta mean, decreases when leverage increases to 30% and vice versa.

Third, by changing leverage in 3 scenarios, we recognized the dispersion of risk level increases (measured by equity beta var) if the leverage increases to 30%.

Finally, this paper provides some outcomes that could provide companies and government more evidence in establishing their policies in governance.
Whistleblower Protection Bill in India: Who pays for it Anyway?
Authors: Chandhiok Megha
Published: October 2020

This article showcases the extent to which the Whistleblower Protection Bill, has the potential to bring any good to “common man” in India, given the fact that the more basic goal of universalization of elementary education has not been achieved so far. An analytical approach has been adopted to build a logical sequence for evaluation of many such imported western ideologies of “one size fits all” recipe. The aim of the work is to show how, and why is there an urgency to bring the Bill and assess what it has in store on the country’s common man-(aam aadmi, colloquially). Further, the paper amplifies its case against redundancy of such law, by defining the embedded cultural problems, which have crept into the socio-political milieu; that make it increasingly difficult for a nation like India to embrace with efficacy west-legislated laws. Finally, the paper rests the case by contending, to the remedies and nuances available in India, where danger pronounced on the life and prospects of person making disclosure is completely different from what it is in the First-World nations. The paper shall enable policy makers of the nation to look beyond the shallowness of some very costly decisions and take an objective view of what is in the best interest of the nation.
Vision Crisis and Change Management in a Rapidly Changing World
Authors: Masoud Najeb , Abu Sabha Suleiman
Published: October 2020

The purpose of this study is to investigate and discuss current literature on crisis management within organisational settings. The key characteristic of a crisis is that you cannot control it that’s why they call it crisis “management”. In order to be able to manage crises effectively and it sets out a framework for the decision-making process should understand the steps of effective crisis management. The results of this paper indicate that the impact of the global crisis is being driven by the country’s high dependence on management of a financial crisis which led to regulation is rising and is creating new challenges that need managing. It is hoped that the study will be able to fill the gap in research in the area of crisis vision and change management regulation due to the limited literature on this area in emerging countries. Knowledge of effective crisis management policy is a significant in terms of providing an in-depth understanding of how decision-making can deal with crises. Further study in this area would be beneficial in helping management organisations to manage crises effectively.
A Comparative Analysis of Defensive Routines and Theories-In-Use of Engineering and Non-Engineering Managers
Authors: Cudney Elizabeth A.
Published: October 2020

Engineering managers are managers who have an understanding of both the technical and business aspects of organizations.  However, the success of an engineering manager depends on being knowledgeable in both the business and technical functions of an organization. There is a perception that engineers experience challenges in areas such as communication, conflict resolution, and leadership.  Defensive routines are actions implemented as a result of being in an embarrassing or threatening situation.  This research uses a case study approach to measure whether defensive routines are more common in engineering managers or non-engineering managers. 27 managers created case studies based on their unique experiences as managers.  These case studies were scored and the results show that defensive routines are more common in engineering managers than non-engineering mangers.
The Impact of Safety Climate on Safety Performance in a Gold Mining Company in Ghana
Authors: Ismail Umar-Faruk Froko
Published: October 2020

The study investigated the influence of safety climate on safety performance among employees in a multi-national gold mining company in Ghana. Safety climate was conceptualized and measured in terms of employee perceptions of management value for safety, supervisor safety practices, safety communication, safety training and safety system. Safety performance was conceptualized and measured in terms of employee safety compliance and safety participation, that is, how they make suggestions to improve safety in the mining environment. Using a cross-sectional survey design, 235 workers in the mines completed questionnaires on safety climate and safety performance. Pearson correlations and multiple regression analysis of the data indicated positive relationship between safety climate and safety performance as predicted. Safety systems predicted both safety compliance and participation. Safety communication and supervisory practices predicted safety compliance and safety participation respectively. The results are discussed in the framework of the theories of reasoned action and planned behaviour.
Individual and Group Level Antecedents of Team-Member Exchange (TMX) and its Associated Outcomes
Authors: Srivastava Urmila Rani , Singh Vandana
Published: October 2020

In recent years, teams have become a popular and efficient way of managing and performing work tasks. The idea behind teams is that if they are structured to maximize communication density, connectivity, and minimize hierarchy, there will be greater flexibility in communicating, cooperating, and collaborating on work-related tasks. Human resources  are growing concern for today’s competitive organizations. Therefore it is very essential to focus on this issue seriously. In this review paper, we have integrated empirical research regarding the antecedents and consequences of Team-Member Exchange (TMX). An exchange relationship between team members is very critical but relatively unexplored phenomenon in the field of organizational behaviour. We have proposed a theoretical model to study certain selected antecedents (or predictor) and consequences of team-member exchange (TMX) process, both at the individual and group level. The individual level antecedents included in this paper are organizational justice, emotional intelligence, workplace friendship and group level antecedents are collectivistic orientation, team similarity, team identification, team-member affect, team reflexivity and group potency. Likewise, individual level outcomes associated with high quality team-member exchange are organizational citizenship behaviour, job performance, mental health and group level outcomes associated with high quality team-member exchange are team conflict, team climate, team commitment, team performance and team innovativeness. Further, several preliminary propositions have been offered to guide future research and the role of team-member exchange (TMX) within a broad theoretical and empirical context is discussed.Finally, we have discussed the gaps in the relevant literature, major issues for future research on team-member exchange (TMX) along with implications and interventions about how management can develop good interrelationships between co-workers.
Creating Competitive Advantages through Organizational Learning Based on Knowledge Sharing Culture and Altruist Spirit in Private Universities
Authors: Pudjiati Emiliana Sri , Suparjo Suparjo
Published: October 2020

This study aims to formulate a model of organizational learning based on knowledge sharing to create a competitive advantage in private universities in Semarang. The population of this research was permanent lecturers with the sample of 225 lecturers who were selected randomly. The research proves the existence of significant influence between organizational learning, altruist spirit of the knowledge sharing culture and competitive advantage of academic institutions. While the relationship between learning commitment and the spirit of altruist are not proved significant. In addition, the research also showes that the desire to contribute on the knowledge is supported by open-mindedness, commitment to learn, and shared vision.
Corporate Financing in India: Some Stylized Facts of an Emerging Economy
Authors: Shukla Rashmi
Published: October 2020

This paper investigates the corporate financing trends in an emerging economy; India. The study reveals some stylized facts prevalent in the Indian financial markets and how Indian firms are accessing their capital requirements. In-depth analysis has been performed on the balance sheet data of Indian nonfinancial firms during time period 1992-2012. Study focused on the capital financing received as debt, equity and related forms. Trends showed that debt ratios in India remain low and falling over years, while equity ratios remain rising. As a share of total debt, bank financing rose during this period; while non-bank debt declined, which suggests the underdeveloped Indian corporate debt market. At the same time equity market infrastructure has enabled many firms to look for high equity finance; study shows the increased use of internal financing for most of the firms’ asset creation. Overall, the paper suggests that, firms in India seems to be deprived of the availability of credit through poor debt market infrastructure and highlights the contemporary corporate financing issues.
The Impact of key Macroeconomic factors on Economic Growth of Bangladesh: a VAR Co-integration Analysis
Authors: Ali Md. Arphan , Saifullah Md. Khaled , Kari Fatimah Binti
Published: October 2020

This study analyzes the impact of key macroeconomic factors on economic growth of Bangladesh from the period of 1988 to 2012.The key macroeconomic factors studied are market capitalization, foreign direct investment and real interest rate. This study also examines the long run and short run relationship between the economic growth and capital market, foreign direct investment, and real interest rate by using vector autoregressive (VAR) model. The VAR results suggest that the market capitalization, foreign direct investment and real interest rate have impact on economic growth in the long run, but in short run it does not have any predictable behavior. The variance decomposition results also conclude the same result as VAR model. All variables have the long run effects on economic growth but it does not have in short run, and the effects increases with time. Based on the finding, this study suggests that the government should come out with the appropriate macroeconomic plan and policy to draw more inward foreign direct investment, increase market capitalization and stabilize real interest rate in order to faster the economic growth in future. As finding of this study shows that these factors do not have significant impact on economic growth in Bangladesh in the short run
Determinants of Job Rotation among Administrative staff of Tamale Polytechnic, Ghana
Authors: Aboko Akudugu , Songotua Vitus , Ganiyu Abudu Abdul
Published: October 2020

This study employed descriptive survey to investigate the determinants of Job Rotation among the administrative staff at Tamale Polytechnic. A multi-stage sampling technique was employed for the study. The population was stratified into Senior Members (35), Senior Staff (45), and Junior Staff (55). Krejcie and Morgan (1970) table was used to select (32) Senior Members, (40) Senior Staff, and (48) Junior Staff respectively. Simple Random Sampling was used to select the required numbers from their respective populations. The instruments employed for the collection of data were questionnaires validated with the help of experts and pre-tested to ensure reliability. Regression analysis was used to analyse determinants of Job Rotation as assessed by Senior Members, Senior Staff, and Junior Staff computed at p < 0.05. The predictors in the construct were Age, Gender, Socio-cultural relationships, Performance, Training and Motivation of employees, while the ‘Number of Times Rotated’ in the institution formed the dependent variable. The assessment of Senior Members showed that, Performance, Training and Motivation of employees contributed largely to the explanation of the dependent variable ‘Number of Times Rotated’. This was found to be significant at .05, .04, and .03. Equally, Socio-cultural relationships, Performance, Training, and Motivation of employees contributed greatly to the explanation of the dependent variable ‘Number of Times Rotated’ and this was found to be significant at .03, .04, .04, and .03 as assessed by Senior Staff, and .01, .02, .04, and .02 as assessed by Junior Staff. To this end, the study recommends for the provision of a Job Rotation Policy that would clearly state the basis for such exercise to help increase the confidence of staff in the system.
Impact of the policy framework designed in favor of Corporate Social Responsibility with respect to India in Current Scenario
Authors: Gupta Akanshi , Yadav Shreya
Published: October 2020

In today’s developing world, governments and businesses understand that their respective competitive positions and their accessibility to capital is directly proportional to their ability to match up the current highest global standards. It includes the guidance for companies pertaining to CSR which is available in the form of frameworks, focusing on the public health, education, livelihoods water conservation and natural resources management. Thus the government of India not only focus on the company’s participation but also on their business practices by setting framework for them including both ( public and private).Thus by analyzing  thoroughly current  trends of CSR in India and by practicing it in today’s scenario  can lead to the significant impact on the community and long term sustainability of business.
Barriers to the Use of Electronic Government as Perceived by Citizens at the Municipal Level in México
Authors: López-Sisniega Carlos Luis , Gutiérrez-Diez Maria del Carmen , Arras-Vota Ana María de Guadalupe , Bordas-Beltrán José Luis
Published: October 2020

The benefits of e-government services depend on the number of citizens who take advantage of them. The purpose of this quantitative, correlational research study was to determine barriers to e-government use as perceived by citizens at the municipal level in Mexico. The technology acceptance model (TAM), the diffusion of innovations (DOI) theory, and models of web trust formed the theoretical framework of the study. Several hypotheses tested the relation of demographic variables, TAM, DOI, and web trust constructs to the intention of using e-government services of 149 taxpayers of the city of Chihuahua, Mexico, who did not to use the e-government services for payment provided by the government of their municipality. The findings of this study show that trust in the Internet, trust in government, perceptions of convenience, perceptions of compatibility, access to the Internet, perceptions of ease of use, and perceptions of relative advantages are related to the intention to use e-government services. Conversely, awareness of the existence of e-government services, income level, family structure, age, literacy level, computer literacy level, gender, and possession of bankcards are not individually related to the intention to use e-government services of those persons who made face-to-face payments at the treasury office.
The Innovation Type and Strategy Implemented by Chinese SMEs: Case Study of Manufacturing Industry in Shanghai
Authors: Alqahtani Khaled Mohammed
Published: October 2020

In China, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) play a crucial role in economic development and social wealth in terms of GDP growth, employment creation and poverty alleviation. In the age of technology and information, innovation has been regarded as one of the most significant drivers for the growth and prosperity of SMEs. Therefore, it is necessary for SMEs to implement innovation strategy, which would help them to initiate new products, adopt new processes and increase their competitiveness. From this point of view, this study attempts to identify the innovation situation of Chinese SMEs with regard to innovation type as well as innovation strategy. The research data is collected through structured questionnaires and semi-structured interviews from SMEs of manufacturing industry in Shanghai, China. According to the data results, process innovation and marketing innovation are adopted more frequently than product innovation and organizational innovation by Chinese SMEs. This study also demonstrates most SMEs in China implement free-riding strategy; some of them adopt niche strategy; and few SMEs practice cluster strategy. Although innovation is increasingly important for Chinese SMEs, their implementation of innovation strategy is not highly effective and successful.
Effect of Dividend Policies on Firm Value: Evidence from quoted firms in Nigeria
Authors: Nwamaka Ozuomba Chidinma , Ezeabasili Prof
Published: October 2020

This study examines the possible effects of dividend policy on firm value. The study covers 10 quoted companies studied for the period of 1995-2015. In so doing, the methodology adopted is the ordinary least square regression analysis for primary data analyses and multiple regression analysis for the secondary data analyses with models MPS (Market Price Per Share) as dependent variable, EPS (Earnings Per Share) and DPS (Dividend Per Share) as independent variables. The co-efficient of determination is R2 to evaluate the data collected from the ten studied companies and the Nigerian stock exchange. The study shows the relevance of dividend, dividend as a signaling model and proves that firm value is greatly influenced by dividend policy as far as public limited companies are concerned.
Job Stress and Employee Creativity: The mediating role of Emotional Intelligence
Authors: Naseem Khalida
Published: October 2020

The obstinacy of this study is to lessen the job stress between individuals at work place by mediating the relationship through emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence between predictor and criterion variables enhances employee well-being (creativity). Time lagged data through a self-reported questionnaire was collected from employees of Suzuki Company. Employees of Suzuki (n=150) filled the trait measure of job stress questionnaire and after three weeks’ participants completed the emotional intelligence and creativity scale. Supervisors of employees to counter check also filled up another creativity questionnaire. It is supported that employees with higher emotional level will perceive less stress and higher level of creativity. The consequences of this study for working with manufacturing industry to improve employee creativity.
A framework for Strategic planning in Iran's Oil Industry
Authors: Salahshouri Rohollah , Asgharizadeh Ezzatollah , Safari Khosro , Noori Mozhgan
Published: October 2020

The aim of this study is present a framework for strategic planning. On this basis, the oil industry was selected as the spatial domain. In this study, in order to implement the strategic planning, since IT is an inevitable part of today's businesses, we focused on aligning business strategic planning in the oil industry and strategic IT planning. First, to analyze the data, strengths and weaknesses, opportunities and threats in the oil industry were analyzed using the SWOT model. Then, appropriate strategies in the oil industry were identified by using the combination of the Balanced Scorecard method and strategic alignment model, according to the SWOT matrix and causal relationships were drawn and finally, the strategies were rated using TOPSIS technique in order to improve resource allocation and reduce the complexity of decision-making for managers.
Reflecting on the Debates and Action of mixed methods adoption in Business Research: Researchers should start thinking
Authors: Imegi John C , Wali Andy Fred
Published: October 2020

The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the philosophical arguments underpinning the choice of mixed method [MM] research design. However, the study concluded that mixing research methods in business research is important as it helps to strengthen findings and recommendations arising from a given research study. More so, we recommend for postgraduate researchers to rationalise their choice of mixing methods based on complementarities, research priority, purpose and the implementation of findings and not on the basis of philosophical ontology and epistemology. This has been found to be the reason underpinning the much lauded arguments in the adoption of mix methods.
Application of Software Design in Teaching and Learning
Authors: Dr. Stella N. Nwigbo, Nwabrije Loveth Eguma, Attah Stella
Published: October 2020

The search for solution to the various needs of man and the development of computer technology has resulted in the development of various computer software that provides solutions to these problems. Computer software are designed to address specific challenges. The applications of computer software cuts across the various spheres of life. This paper presents some basic concepts about software design; design pattern, levels and as well discusses some basic application areas of software designs.
Curbing Cyber Scam (Phishing, Vishing and Spoofing) through the Use of Biometrics System for Final Authentication at the Point of Withdrawal from A Bank Account
Authors: Tew Patricia Adaku
Published: October 2020

Fraudulent practices carried out daily on individuals and organizations using the internet and related technologies (cybercrime) are becoming alarming. It is an act that does not seem to end any time soon. So, in order reduce the statistics, there is need to seek for possible solutions to this menace.

Phishing, vhishing, pharming and spoofing has become the mainstay of hackers (‘yahoo boys’) on unsuspecting bank account holders and financial institutions; who have become victims and losing their fortune/ hard earned monies to cybercrimes.

In order to safeguard bank accounts and its holders from these nefarious acts, this paper is seeking to examine and recommend ways through which financial transactions have to be fully authenticated by the account holder through the use of biometrics. There by, improving customer experiences and reducing financial fraud to a large extent. Howard Berg (2019), “Biometrics can deliver a new era in digital authentication for financial institutions.”
Análise de risco da produção de banana no município de Missão Velha - Ceará
Authors: Campos Kilmer Coelho , Almeida Maria Rosa Dionísio , Lima Cícero Francisco de
Published: October 2020

O Brasil é um dos maiores produtores de banana do mundo. O município de Missão Velha, no Estado do Ceará, configura-se como o oitavo maior produtor de banana do Brasil. O estudo tem por objetivo geral investigar a viabilidade econômica sob dois enfoques: determinístico e de risco, dos produtores de banana em Missão Velha - Ceará. Os dados foram coletados junto aos 27 produtores no ano agrícola de 2016. Utilizou-se como método de análise cálculos de indicadores econômicos em condição determinística e de risco por meio da aplicação do Método Monte Carlo. Os resultados das estimações apontaram que a margem bruta e líquida possibilitam a permanência dos agricultores na atividade de produção, a curto e a longo prazo, sinalizando o baixo risco na aplicação e gestão de recursos (investimento e custeio).
Produção de Lentinula edodes em toras de híbridos de Eucalyptus grandis e Eucalyptus urophylla
Authors: Abilio Dalvan Pereira , Oliveira Gabriel Lacorte Pires de , Martins Olívia Gomes , Motta Suelen da Silva , Siqueira Otavio Augusto Pessotto Alves , Andrade Meire Cristina Nogueira de
Published: October 2020

O objetivo deste trabalho foi avaliar a produtividade de cinco linhagens de Lentinula edodes (LE-240, LE-241, LE-243, LE-244 e BP-245), e avaliar e comparar seu valor nutricional, inteiros ou em partes, produzidos em toras de um clone de eucalipto. Foram avaliados: a composição química da madeira antes e após o ciclo de cultivo; a massa e o número de basidiomas produzidos pelas linhagens; bem como o teor de proteínas dos cogumelos inteiros, dos estípetes e píleos. As médias do teor de proteínas dos cogumelos inteiros variaram de 11,16 a 15,78%, sendo que as linhagens LE-240 e BP-245 obtiveram as maiores médias. A linhagem LE-241 obteve melhor desempenho produtivo, apresentando maior produção em massa de basidiomas e maior decomposição no teor de holocelulose. O presente estudo evidencia a importância da escolha de uma linhagem adaptada às condições climáticas da região de cultivo, pois as linhagens podem diferir em produtividade e qualidade nutricional.
Use of compost bedded pack barn in maize fertilization for silage
Authors: Mota Vania Corrêa , Andrade Ednilton Tavares de , Leite Daniel Furtado
Published: October 2020

This article aims to study the effect of different time intervals for bed maturation in compost sheds for dairy cattle, such as organic manure in maize crop for silage. The experimental design was a randomized block in split-plot with five treatments, six collection times, and five replicates. The data were submitted to variance analysis and compared by Scott-Knott. Sigmoid functions of logistic growth were adjusted to the data. The treatments with addition of fresh and mature compost with nitrogen cover showed higher shoot dry matter production when compared to treatments without compost. For maize plant height, stalk diameter and number of leaves, it was observed that from 35 days after plant germination, these variables were considered superior for the treatments that received bedding. The sigmoid function was proper to represent the plant growth to the silage point. It is concluded that the use of bedding from compost sheds as an organic manure is recommended as a sustainable alternative in the reuse of waste from milk production.
Report on the maternity ward of the hospital of the Society of Kremenchug Physicians for 1893
Authors: Kudish G. I.
Published: October 2020

(Kremenchug, 1895). This separation has existed since 1890. His activity is developing rapidly. 122 women stayed in the reporting department on 4 regular beds
To scholarship on the fight against postnatal diseases
Authors: Soloviev G. A.
Published: October 2020

(Medical Notes, 1895, No. 14, p. 267).Paying tribute to the principles of the Preobrazhensky in questions of treatment of early life, the author admits that in the postnatal state it is not enough to adhere to these principles alone; here asepsis is necessary, at least relative.