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Long Memory of NSE Indices
Authors: Kumar Vijaya
Published: December 2019

Long range memory in share indices show temporal dependence between observations spaced by long intervals of time and has distinct non-periodic cycles. This paper examines the presence of long memory of various indices of National Stock Exchange (NSE). The data consists of closing values of indices over different periods of time. The tests applied to examine long memory are Hurst exponent, Manderbolt-Hurst exponent, Lo’s rescaled-range analysis and Geweke and Porter-Hudak (GPH) test. The results of the estimated Hurst exponent, Manderbolt-Hurst exponent and GPH test show that invariably all NSE indices series have long memory. However, the results of Lo’s rescaled-range analysis indicate the absence of long memory for all indices. Key words: Long memory, rescaled range analysis, fractional dimension, Hurst exponent, GPH test, NSE indices
Remote sensing 4.0: Satellite, aircraft, drone and data processing
Authors: D. Zinniker
Published: December 2019

Fernerkundung 4.0: Satellit, Flugzeug, Drohne und Datenverarbeitung
Effect of Financial Crisis in Efficiency and Strategic Homogeneity of Indian Commercial Banks: An Empirical Investigation
Authors: Chowdhury Subroto
Published: December 2019

The financial crisis has send shock waves cutting across boundaries and economies. Major economies are still struggling to recover. The cause of the crisis was primarily the inefficiency of the banking system to manage their sub -prime asset class. It reflected the importance of efficiency of the banking system irrespective of the credit rating which signifies its quality of asset class. In the contemporary world economy no economic system can remain isolated. Indian banking system also felt the shock but managed it efficiently. This motivates for a comprehensive analysis to discover whether the so called resilience was due to some policy stimulus or the Indian banking industry is intrinsically efficient. Also, the pattern of grouping of the banks plays an important role in providing stability in the inter-connected system. Thus technical analysis of the banks along with the dynamics of cluster formation after factoring the pre and post financial crisis time periods was studied , so that it can provide valuable inputs in designing strategic outlook regarding the Indian banking industry. Key words: Technical Efficiency, DEA, Indian Commercial Banks, Cluster Analysis
Multivariate Causal Estimates of Dividend Yields, Price Earning Ratio and Expected Stock Returns: Malaysian Evidence
Authors: Abdul Fatah Faizatul Syuhada , Mahmood Wan Mansor Wan
Published: December 2019

The study examines the relationship among Malaysian’s market stock return, dividend yields and price earnings ratio. Specifically, it examines the existence of long-run and short-run relationship and also their predictive power (causality) between and among market stock return, dividend yields and price earnings. Using the monthly data from 1989-2005, the study finds that all these fundamental variables have a strong long run relationship. As for the short run relationship, the results show significant positive predictive power from dividend yield to stock return and significant negative relation from stock returns to price earning ratios. In addition, applying multivariate causality test, the results show that both dividend yields and price earning ratio Granger cause (predict) the stock return. Similar results are found from stock returns and P/E ratio to dividend yield, as well as from dividend yield and stock returns to P/E ration but with lesser magnitude. Thus, fundamental variables are an important source of information in determining stock market returns and useful to investors and other market participants in deciding their investment strategies. Keywords: Stock return, dividend yield, price earning ratio, Malaysian market.
Management Dimensions in the Hospitality Management Curriculum
Authors: Gumacial Dionalyn S.
Published: December 2019

This study aims to evaluate the management dimension of BS Hospitality Management curriculum. This rests on the theory that there are alternative processes that may serve as bases for curriculum development in OBE. The study avers that such alternative reverse engineering methods can be just as effective as the results of the formal OBE curriculum development. Descriptive method is use in the study in identifying the sufficiency of the different management dimensions in the Hospitality Management curriculum. Data gathered were taken from a descriptive survey conducted with different department heads of hotels using a Management Competency Assessment Form (MCAF). Findings of this study show that some major subjects of the BS Hospitality Management curriculum have insufficient time allocation for students to be able to completely develop the desired management dimensions, hence, the necessity to revisit the said curriculum
Working On the Project in the Foreign Language Lessons
Authors: Shomahamatovna Isroilova Dilorom , Ochildinovna Nazarova Dilshodakhon , Maratovna Karimova Muhabbat , Karimovna Ataeva Tursinoy
Published: December 2019

This article discusses foreign language learning, free and practical issues, such as the subject matter which should be explored or the subject matter which should be listed in the museum. It primarily requires a well-defined mind-set, heart, hand-to-hand work, and targeted learning of the commonly-planned and content-based vocabulary that is taught by the instructor and the students, with greatly differing theoretical and practical conventional classes.
Effects of Good Office Environment on Secretarial Performance With Reference To Institute Of Ecumenical Education, Enugue.	The major concern of this research is to investigate on the environmental factors that can enhance the performance of secretaries in
Authors: SUNDAY ISIAKU EMMANUEL , NNOLUE ANIKENE JOSEPH , CHIOMA AKUJOBI KATE
Published: December 2019

The major concern of this research is to investigate on the environmental factors that can enhance the performance of secretaries in the selected ministries in Enugu State. Four research questions were formulated in this work. The researcher found the use of percentage as the most appropriate method of analyzing the data collected. The population of the study is thirty eight and the whole population was studied. Data for this study were gathered by means of questionnaires which were distributed to respondents by the researcher. In the process of carrying out the study, the findings made was that when secretaries are provided with all these environmental factors, it effects their willingness to work harder and improve on the performance level and when all these factors are lacking, it affects their job satisfaction and productivity. Base on the findings, it was concluded that adequate ventilation, good decoration, good lightening, cleanliness, sanitary convenience etc. are all among the factors that can enhance the performance of secretaries, and it is only when the factors are produced that they always feel very happy and comfortable to discharge these functions effectively. Based on those findings and conclusion, it was recommended that governments and employers should endeavour to provide these environmental factors that can enhance the performance of secretaries for them to concentrate and relax to put in their best in work.
Borrowing as a Result of Cross-Cultural Interaction
Authors: E.M Davlyatova
Published: December 2019

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Role of Leadership for Achieving Sustainable Development Goals
Authors: Islam Sifat Ridwan
Published: December 2019

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Performance of an Economy System Using Linear Algebraic Solution
Authors: P.B. Yusuf Darius , Koko K.M. , Usman Mok Yusuf
Published: December 2019

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To Flip or Not to Flip: The Benefits and Challenges of Using FlippedClassroom in the Use of Library Skills Lectures in Evangel University, Akaeze– Nigeria
Authors: EriyeTralagba Chris , Godwin Akpan Abasiama
Published: December 2019

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Factors that determine the choice of instructional strategies in teaching the SiSwati language in primary schools
Authors: Motsa Lungile , Bhebhe Sithulisiwe , G. Nxumalo Zodwa
Published: December 2019

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Relationship Marketing: A Strategic Tool for Sustainable Competitive Advantage
Authors: Affran Samuel , Dza Mawuko , Oduro Richard
Published: December 2019

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Development of innovative consulting in the global market
Authors: Abduvaliyevna Kholbutayeva Shakhnoza
Published: December 2019

This article discusses aspects of the development of the global market of consulting services. The features of the formation of the consulting industry in Uzbekistan in the conditions of transition to a market economy are evaluated. A number of services in the field of innovative consulting, influencing the development of the services market in the context of global challenges, are considered
E-Commerce And Taxation Aspects In Uzbekistan
Authors: Tajikulovich Urazaliev Kamoliddin
Published: December 2019

The article reveals the essence of e-commerce, analyzes the practice of taxation. It has been determined that in modern conditions of economic development the need to create an effective mechanism for taxation of the subjects of the rapidly developing e-commerce market, taking into account the unique features of doing business involved in the sale of goods, works and services by means of information resources, is becoming more acute. It is established that the absence of effective tax regulation leads to negative consequences, primarily related to tax evasion, which directly leads to non-execution of the plan for budget revenues.
A Study on Factors Manipulate Reward Management towards Employee Retention on the Whole Paper Industries In Namakwa District Of Tamilnadu
Authors: Praveenadevi Dr.D. , Sakthivel Mr. M.
Published: December 2019

In this research, the researcher has been used qualitative research technique to understand the factors manipulate the reward management towards employee retention on the whole paper industries in Namakkal district of Tamilnadu. For this purpose, the researcher has been used to in-depth interview methods and interview of 200 respondents in the Namakkal region and its final took the questions 150 respondents as a randomly as for the convenient. The research was conducted during for the period of five months in the year of 2016 August to December. The study found that the major employee retention has been not been provided properly for the employees think that the salary that they are offered are often low compared to outside firms. Employees’ even compare their own salaries with that of their co-workers. This creates a situation of disconcert within the employee and they make decision of moving out in search of better pay. The problem here is that mostly the higher paid employees have more work experience with the company or is also amongst the one who has been a high performer.
Impact of Activity Based Costing Technique and Abcm on Various Managerial Decisions (A Conceptual Study)
Authors: Sanjana Ms. , Jindal Mr. Tushar
Published: December 2019

Through this study, the objective is to study the effect of implementation of Activity Based Costing (ABC) and the information generated on various types of decisions made by managers. ABC system of costing, when implemented, gives visible benefits for any firm. First, for implementation, all the components of cost are thoroughly studied, that generally are not done when we follow traditional method of costing and we distribute certain overheads for cost calculations on absorption or apportionment basis. Secondly, the complete process is scrutinised in detail and analysis is done to check the efficiency against the predefined benchmarks. Use of information based on ABC can increase the efficiency, closing down of unprofitable segments and to utilise the available resources in more profitable operations, which ultimately leads in cost reduction and increase in revenue and in turn, better financial performance. However, initially the implementation of ABC technique for estimation of cost may involve a lot many challenges. An ABC analysis may not be popularised because of two key reasons. First, it may not reveal every time any new information to the management that it already knows before the ABC analysis, and secondly, it may require the hiring of outside specialists/consultants for implementation and also the change in organisational structure which some time is resisted by the management, as management may not be willing to work on recommendations of an outsider’s data and analysis which may significantly be different from the earlier adopted traditional costing techniques. However, ABC system can be a more accurate way of costing and can go a long way in managing pricing, profit and revenue, taking decision relating to product mix etc. in both manufacturing and service sector.
E-Procurement Adoption and Supply Chain Performance in Homa Bay County Government: A Case Study.
Authors: Owuor Ondore J. , Ouma Obura, J.
Published: December 2019

In the today’s technological world, it is almost obvious that electronic procurement systems play a vital role in the management of the supply chain. This paper examined how adoption and use of electronic procurement systems in Homa Bay County Government contribute to value creation, reduction of overhead costs incurred during procurement processes as well as its contribution to the performance of their supply chain network. Primary data were gathered using questionnaires from all the 14 procurement personnel in the County Government and a sample of 81 supplies from their supply base. Regression results indicated that adoption and use of electronic procurement systems greatly improves performance of the supply chain partners (R2 = .835, p < .05) while resulting into procurement cost reduction, increased effectiveness among other benefits. From the findings, the study recommends full adoption and use of electronic procurement systems by the devolved governments to improve on procurement and supply chain performance.
Factors that determine the choice of instructional strategies in teaching the SiSwati language in primary schools
Authors: Motsa Lungile , Bhebhe Sithulisiwe , Nxumalo Zodwa G. , Bhebhe Sithulisiwe
Published: December 2019

Classroom instructors have a task to choose the most appropriate strategies for effective teaching to enhance student achievement. The study sought to establish factors that influence classroom instructors to select suitable instructional strategies to use for teaching SiSwati as a first language in primary schools in Eswatini. The   study adopted an interpretive paradigm where a qualitative research approach and a multiple case study were used. Schools and teachers were purposively sampled. The study used face to face interviews as a primary research instrument, document analysis and observations supplemented the interviews. Thematic analysis was used to analyse data.  The findings of the study revealed that learners who were highly and responsive to instruction easily comprehend when taught in a variety of complex ways. The study revealed that once learners perform well, teachers used routine instructional methods. The study concluded that most teachers struggle in selecting appropriate teaching strategies when teaching Siswati. It was recommended that the Ministry of education should engage subject specialists who will assist teachers in selection of appropriate teaching strategies for the types of learners they have. It was also recommended that school administrators should allocate only teachers who are  qualified and experienced in teaching the Mother Tongue.
Myriad Aspects of Secular Thinking on Malayali Cuisine
Authors: M SAJITHA
Published: December 2019

Food is one of the main requirements of human being. It is flattering for the preservation of wellbeing and nourishment of the body.  The food of a society exposes its custom, prosperity, status, habits as well as it help to develop a culture. Food is one of the most important social indicators of a society. History of food carries a dynamic character in the socio- economic, political, and cultural realm of a society. The food is one of the obligatory components in our daily life. It occupied an obvious atmosphere for the augmentation of healthy life and anticipation against the diseases.  The food also shows a significant character in establishing cultural distinctiveness, and it reflects who we are. Food also reflected as the symbol of individuality, generosity, social status and religious believes etc in a civilized society. Food is not a discriminating aspect. It is the part of a culture, habits, addiction, and identity of a civilization.Food plays a symbolic role in the social activities the world over. It’s a universal sign of hospitality.[1]
Evaluation of Social Responsibility Activities in Business Enterprises at Salem and Erode
Authors: Palanivelu Dr.V.R. , Apdhulkasdhar A.
Published: December 2019

Corporate social responsibility (CSR, also called corporate conscience, corporate citizenship, social performance, or sustainable Responsible Business is a form of corporate self-regulation included into a company model. CSR is a process with the aim to embrace responsibility for the company's actions and encourage a positive impact through its activities on the environment, consumers, employees, communities, stakeholders and all other members of the public sphere who may also be considered as stakeholders. This research paper is carried on to find out the level of CSR activities carry out by the companies and their opinion regarding the problems  faced  and  the  companies‟  active participation  to  improve  the  society.  The study is based on primary data collected from 260 respondents by means of a questionnaire.  Convenient sampling technique was applied and statistical tools like Percentage Analysis, Two - way ANOVA, Factor analysis was carried out in order to reveal the results of the study.
An Empirical Study on the Role of Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (ERP) in Improving Customer Relationship Management (CRM) with special reference to Reliance Company PVT LTD in Chennai
Authors: Purusothaman Dr. N. , Meena Dr. B. , Nagajothi Dr. S. , Muthukumaravel Dr. S.
Published: December 2019

The study aim in identifying the role of ERP systems in improving CRM at Reliance Company of Chennai. Employees at Reliance Company Pvt Ltd were the respondents in the study. The researcher adopted a diagnostic descriptive approach, and constructed two tests to measure; the ERP systems and CRM in Reliance Company-Chennai. The correlation between ERP systems and CRM at Reliance Company from employee’s perspective was statistically significant. Considering the aforementioned findings, the study recommended that Reliance Company and other enterprises to use ERP systems and to implement them in prompting CRM for their effective role in improving CRM; it also recommends carefulness in hiring vendors and sales representatives.
Impact of Quarterly financial results on Share Price: An analytical study on Selected Indian Companies
Authors: Shreenivasan K. A. , Vaijayanthi Dr. P. , Gajalakshmi S. , Savitha S.
Published: December 2019

There are various corporate events that influence the share price of a company. Out of various events, earnings announcement is keenly awaited by investors, as it offers an opportunity to review one’s portfolio. These also act as barometers of financial soundness and solvency, and overall growth. So, the challenge of finding the impact of quarterly financial results and market price of share of selected Indian banks and IT companies is attempted through this study.
Measuring Psychological Empowerment in the Indian context – A narration of the Psychometric Scaling Process
Authors: R .L Vinodhini , Vaijayanthi Dr. P.
Published: December 2019

It has also confirmed the presence of inter-dimensions effect of psychological empowerment and hence suggests theorists and practitioners to determine the best combination of empowerment dimension to maximize the job outcomes. The conceptual fragmentation of Psychological Empowerment as defined by Spreitzer resulted in 12 items representing four dimensions namely,Competence,Meaning, Impact andSelf-determination.The items were customized to the Indian context based on the literature available on workplace behaviour in organizations. For inter-construct validity theoretical relationships of Psychological Empowerment with Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment were chosen
A Study on the Farmers’ Awareness and Acceptance of Biofertilizers in Kottayam District
Authors: Thomas Subin , Nandhini Dr. M.
Published: December 2019

Biofertilizers are fertilizers containing microorganisms that promote plant growth by improving the supply of nutrients to the host plant. The supply of nutrients is improved naturally by nitrogen fixation and solubilizing phosphorus. The living microorganisms in biofertilizers help in building organic matter in the soil and restoring the natural nutrient cycle. Biofertilizers can be grouped into Nitrogen-fixing biofertilizers, Phosphorous-solubilizing biofertilizers, Phosphorous-mobilizing biofertilizers, Biofertilizers for micro nutrients and Plant growth promoting rhizobacteria. This study conducted in Kottayam district was intended to identify the awareness and acceptance of biofertilizers among the farmers of the area. Data have been collected from 120 farmers by direct interviews with structured questionnaire.
Association of Multi-dimensional factors with Employee Satisfaction and Attrition using SEM Analysis
Authors: Ramanath Neeraja , Panchanatham N.
Published: December 2019

The study is to verify employee satisfaction significance with Attrition in reference to employees working in non-listed IT companies, using multi-variants like income, attitude, comfort, caution, HR policies, bench resources, the overall process, poaching, work culture etc. grouped under the head of Personal factors, Organizational Factors and Behavioral factors. Workers perform better with employee satisfaction, otherwise, they just leave the organization. There are various factors enhancing employee satisfaction. The findings are reliable as the study is evaluated using SEM analysis which is the latest analysis. The output result of this paper is to help Human Resource / Personnel managers to get equipped with knowledge of the relevance of employee satisfaction and turnover. The solution from the study is to help and motivate the Human Resource managers to build a bigger team and better growth to benefit the employers.

Keywords: Organizational factor, Behavioral, Personal factors.
A Study on Causal Relationship Between Sugar Beet Supply and Sugar Price - Sustainability Issues and Opportunities
Authors: MH Dr Karim , Hosseini Seied Beniamin , Farooq Dr Ayesha , Farooq Dr Ayesha , Zadeh Somayeh Kouchak , Delfin Dr Mahboubeh
Published: December 2019

Sugar Beet is one of the essential sources of energy. However, most of the division in Iran supply sugar beet through domestic production. The present study is going to investigate the causal relationship between sugar beet supply and sugar price in Iran between the year 1995 to 2016. By  Applying the Johansen-Juselius cointegration method along with Granger causality test. Besides,  this research going to analyse the causal relationship between sugar beet supply and sugar price by considering the sustainability issues and opportunities. However, The result of the Johansen-Juselius cointegration test shows that there is a positive long-term co-integration relationship between variables. Although  According to the GC test, there is a causal relationship between sugar beet supply and sugar price. Also result of the vector error correction model represents that sugar price has a significant impact on sugar beet supply which indicates that every increase and decrease in sugar price reflect on sugar beet production. Therefore, the necessity of an appropriate policy-making and proper planning for sugar beet production has been bolded.
LMS Augmentation to Encourage Pro-Digital Training in Smart Cities - The Case of Dubai
Authors: Iqbal Hena , Zafar Naeem
Published: December 2019

Despite using all kinds of digital instruments, Smart Learning Suites (SLS) do not reflect their effectiveness where delivered contents need a methodology, motivation mechanisms, automated follow-up, such as engineering and IT discipline to name a few.  In this work we examine the teacher-paced, student-paced lesson delivery framework augmenting web-based progressive and natural methodology into an open source LMS, widely known as Moodle. The thesis explores student’s adaptation as a cooperative learning tool to the e-learning environment. Our qualitative approach analyze forum contents available online and profiling 150 multi-ethnic undergraduates at different Dubai universities. Response is collected over two-folds, either interactive or social groups presenting students with immersion and perceived reinforcement developed in subjects. Roger Diffusion Innovation Model (RDIM) is used to tag the attitude on the part of student use case over core discipline subjects.
Savings Pattern of Self Finance Colleges among Calicut District: A Study
Authors: KANNAN Dr. P. , K AKHIL
Published: December 2019

The level of income in real terms is what matters for the trendy of living of the human beings and this in turn relies upon on the distribution of profits and the price of inflation in the economy. The income, investment and the increase of an economic system relies upon upon the fee of inflation and additionally the poverty ratio. All the salaried community people are in the position to save their money for their future requirements. The academic community people are in the moderate level of investments because of their stabled income. It is necessary to study about the type of saving allocation and investment pattern of the college faculties.
A Study on Determining The Factors Impacting Consumer Perception Regarding The Online Food Delivery Apps in Guwahati
Authors: Koiri Saroj Kumar , Mukherjee Subhadeep , Dutta Smriti
Published: December 2019

Today, fast food industry is growing rapidly in India. It is getting adapted and also being upgraded according to Indian food requirements. Online food ordering apps and sites are developed in order to meet consumer’s expectations. With the changing food preferences and habits of the people, it is necessary to know what factors impact the consumer’s perception regarding online food delivery apps.
Impact of Organizational Citizenship Behavior on Job Performance in Jordan: The Mediating Role of Perceived Training Opportunities
Authors: Albloush Ahmad , Taha Sadi , Nassoura Abdelrahim , Vij Anu , Ahmad Azlinzuraini , Yusoff Yusliza Mohd
Published: December 2019

This study examined the effect of Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) on the job performance of Greater Amman Municipality (GAM), through the mediating factor of Perceived Training Opportunities (PTO). This study involved data of 344 employees working in 22 regions in GAM. PLS-SEM was applied to test the hypotheses. The validity and reliability of the measurement and the structural models were confirmed.
The influence of media on upbringing and behavior of children
Authors: Al-Obaidi Dr. Entisar
Published: December 2019

Media refers to the channels of communication through which we distribute news, education, movies, music, advertising messages and other information. It includes physical and online newspapers and magazines, television, radio, telephone, the Internet, fax and billboards, are a dominant force in lives of children. Although television is remaining the predominant medium for children and adolescents, the new technologies are become more popular. We have to concern about the potential harmful effects of media "messages and images"; however, the positive and negative effects of media should be recognized.

Parents have to establish the plan for all media in family home. Media that are influences on children should be recognized by "schools, policymakers, product advertisers, and entertainment producers".
Using Playability Heuristics to Evaluate Player Experience in Educational Video Games
Authors: Ibrahim Amer , Alkhazaleh Hamzah , Abdallah Nahel , Habli M.A. , Zeki Tawfik
Published: December 2019

Educational video games (EVG) provide a rich platform to improve the Player Experience (PX), and constitute some of the main edutainment applications currently in the market. However, the evaluation of video games as educational tools is very difficult due to their dual nature (fun and education). In some cases, PX (as an usability measure) is a very important aspect of the EVGs and is a good measure of the level of fun and education presented to players. Educational Playability (playability in EVG) attributes are a suitable and effective tool to analyze and measure the experience obtained by a player during a game. To this end, it is necessary to evaluate the playability to determine the degree of improvement in PX. Playability evaluation through different methods is one of the major topics of PX in video games. In this paper, we present a new approach to evaluate the PX by using the educational playability.
Objective Necessity, Meaning and Importance of Alternative Financing
Authors: Khayotjon O’g’li Murodov Bobirjon
Published: December 2019

The article discusses the nature, purpose and value of alternative financing. A systematic analysis of the mechanism of functioning of the market of alternative financing. Considered types of crowdfunding. Four main types of fundraising chicks and variations of alternative financing models were analyzed.
Studying and Analyzing the Patterns of Bekasam Fabrics in the Fergana Valley
Authors: Bakhromov Ulugbek Gopurjonovich
Published: December 2019

In national clothes, traditions go back to the history of any nations, some of the forms of social relations, enlightenment, religion and aesthetics are expressed, in which the ideals of the taste, beauty of our nation, the peculiarities of Economic Conduct and some aspects of family life are also visible.
Performance Evaluation of Angular Separation on Cell Site Diversity Gain
Authors: Enoch Sharmini , Otung Ifiok , Azeemi Naeem , Habli M.A.
Published: December 2019

There have been remarkable advancements in the field of broadband wireless access (BFWA) technologies. These technologies operate in microwave frequencies where rain attenuation is the most important factor leading to signal impairments. The use of cell site diversity (CSD) can help in overcoming the signal fading. During the event of rain, when the signal level falls below a particular threshold, the subscriber station switches to another base station in the coverage area. The CSD gain bears strong correlation with the angular separation between the various base stations. This paper analyses the effects of CSD gain on angular separation.
Enabling Things To Talk in Heterogeneous Self-Organizing Networks—An Exhaustive Critique For IOT
Authors: Azeemi Naeem Z , Khan Saira , Enoch Sharmini , Srivastava Riktesh , Basheer Omar al , Utaibi Ghassan Al
Published: December 2019

The superstructure network in the Internet of Things (IoT) is an emerging network targeted to enable an ecosystem of smart applications and services. It connectsphysical resources and peopletogether with software, hence contribute to sustainable growth, provided it combines and guarantees trustand security for people and businesses.  In this work we presented smart city viewpoint opt-in to the Firth Generation (5G) mobile networks. Both a framework and deployment are explored rigorously to assist and predicting robustness of IoT technologies and applications as a natural outcome of the Third Generation Partnership Project (3GPP) in general and LTE in particular. These technologies are compared on the basis of Air Interfaces and their Specifications i.e. Adaptive Modulation and Coding, Multiple Access Schemes and Multiple Antenna Techniques along with the evolution and comparison of the Network Architectures.
Competitive Advantages of Project-Centric Learning in Science Education- A Descriptive Review
Authors: Mohamed Mona Awwad
Published: December 2019

This review investigates empirical research related to implementing the educational approach of “Project-Based Learning" especially in terms of science education. This in-depth descriptive review demonstrates a selective summary about the significant issues related to implementing project- based learning in science education. The review covers the following topics: the definition of project based learning, the  effectiveness of applying project-based Learning in science according to empirical studies in the context of different countries,facilitating factors associated with project based learning, the common features between project based learning and inquiry based learning, the model of project- based Learning and the roles of effective Instructors, the foundations and criteria of project based Learning, the need for applying project based learning and perspectives about the advantages and disadvantages of Project based Learning in relation to group work.
Adaptive Customer-In-Loop Supply Chain Management For 5G Migration
Authors: Azeemi Naeem Z , Basheer Omar al , Enoch Sharmini , Habli M.A. , Naem Meraj , Utaibi Ghassan Al
Published: December 2019

Despite the ever exploiting benefits in Fourth Generation (4G) Telecom such as e-Life from Etisalat-UAE, vendors’ economical limitation for providing high quality streaming services in limited bandwidth and coverage expectation cannot be ignored. A unique systems support involving the Customer Relationship, Resource Planning, and Supply Chains exist in both Mobile Service Providers and Mobile Equipment Providers. Despite its complexity, the operational objectives of SCM planning may vary greatly from MSP to MSP and MEP to MEP, hence is the main objective for our work presented here. In this paper, we explore the strategic, technical and operational indicators, while migrating legacy 4G MSP deployments into 5G to conform the e-governess needs.
Socio-Ecological Effects and Coping Strategies of Migrant Fishermen in Selected Communities in Gbarain & Ekpetiama Clans of Bayelsa State Nigeria
Authors: Sibiri Elliot A.
Published: December 2019

The migration of the fishing folks remains one of the most important demographic factors that affect the environment. Despite this awareness, the study of population and the terrestrial environment has been under-researched. This study therefore examined the socio-ecological effects and coping strategies of migrant fishermen in Gbarain and Ekpetiama Clans of Bayelsa State. This study is anchored on social ecological model. The survey interviewed 180 migrant fishermen in a snowball sampling technique using questionnaire in four communities (Agudama-Ekpetiama, Tombia, Gbarantoru and Polaku) of the clans. Descriptive statistics was utilized as the analytical tool of the data collected from the field of study. Findings showed that 67.8% of the respondents indicated suspicion about the social relationship that existed between migrant fishermen and the host communities. Out of these, about 37.0% said the suspicion was based on the fear of species’ extinction due to the use of chemical substances (8.3%) for fishing, 30.6% signified wife elopement as the reason for suspicion, 18.9% said fear of religious sects invasion in their communities. Because of the feedback loop system of the migrant fishermens activities on the environment, findings further revealed that most migrant fishermen (71.1%) were faced with ill-health conditions. Findings also revealed that most migrant fishermen (61.1%) coped with their ill-health conditions by patronizing traditional and spiritual healers for health care. This study therefore concluded that while migrant fishermen should be encouraged to establish cordial relationship with the host communities, the use of chemical substances or other methods of fishing that may result to ecological problem should be discouraged.
Nutrition Financing in India: Some Reflections
Authors: Panda Bijayalaxmi , Halim Abdul , Gupta Mousumi
Published: December 2019

Malnutrition and related health complexities are creating a plethora of challenges to human development. The context of India is not an exception for the multifaceted impacts of malnutrition. The policy frameworks and program based interventions in India had given enough attention to address the issues of nutrition in a pragmatic manner. The question that arises here is whether these policies and programs budgeted appropriately or not? The policies itself won’t be materialized as action unless enough resources are allocated. In this context, the present paper focuses on analyzing the efforts of the Union governments to address health and nutritional problems of children. The paper further look into the nutrition-specific as well as nutrition-sensitive interventions by examining the budget outlays and implementation of interventions for improving nutrition. The available secondary database was significantly utilized as the source of information for this study. The reflections from the analysis indicate some of the unpromising trends. Although the allocation of National Health Mission (NHM), which is the core scheme for health-related interventions, has increased by 9.5 percent it constitutes only one percent of total union budget. The budget allocation for ICDS has not increased significantly in accordance with the time and needs. The budget for the important components of NHM, the Reproductive and child health (RCH), is also declining. Therefore ministries need to come together and try to focus nutrition specific and sensitive schemes for the nutrition of children.
Skimpy Wash Financing in Bangladesh: Overall Trend and Regional Disparities
Authors: Kabir Mohommod Lutful
Published: December 2019

The access to Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) services is one of our basic needs without which no human being can service, let alone lead a decent life. Therefore, promotion of water and sanitation services are placed in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) taken by UN for an extended period from 2016-2030. In line with this goal, the governments of developing countries are increasing their budget allocation to attain this decent living target. However, allocations are, in many cases, inadequate and skewed among different geographic regions. Further, due to an absence of separate ministry or authority to manage this important, but often neglected function of governments, allocations are disguised under other heads of allocations made for different ministries and make the assessment of allocation even more difficult. In the context of WASH sector in Bangladesh, the objective of this paper is thus to demonstrate an effective methodology to capture WASH data at national and district level, to make such assessment possible. Data on WASH allocation was compiled from national budget statements, relevant inter-ministerial reports, and other local government offices related to WASH. Ambiguity on data was further clarified through interviews with concerned government officials from different ministries and local government offices. Analyzing WASH budget allocation for a period of six years under this framework, this paper indicates that WASH allocation in Bangladesh remains inadequate and highly inequitable to attain SDG.
Making College Campuses More Conducive For Girls: A Study in Preventive Mental Health
Authors: Jagdale Sandeep
Published: December 2019

The present study aimed at revealing prevalence of mental health issues and interrelated variables of mental health in general population, especially in girls. The sample of the study consisted sixty under-graduate and post-graduate college going girl students, in the age range of eighteen to twenty-three years from Solapur city (Maharashtra). The participants were administered the Mental Health Battery Scale. The results of percentages showed that more than two-fifth proportion of respondents has low mental health. Chisquare values revealed that the bio-socio-demographic variables of the respondent have no significant association with total score of Mental Health Battery. However, the study has made an attempt to explore mental health education components for changing academic milieu for girls to have better mental health. It also embraced life skill education at campus.
A Critical Exploration of National Youth Policy of India- 2003 and 2014
Authors: Sultana A. Shahin
Published: December 2019

The National Youth Policy was formulated in the year 1988, in 2003 and subsequently in 2014. The changes in the socio-economic and other conditions in the country call for a reformulation recurrently so that the contemporary situation is taken stock of and absorbed into the policy for the youth well-being. India is the worlds highest youth densely populated country. The Census 2011 mentions youth population in the age group of 15-24 amounting to 231 million and the decadal growth is +22.1% while the sex ratio is 908 (882) in 2011. It is an urgent call to all stakeholders interested in youth development to take a serious look into the policies, programmes and schemes crafted for the youth along with the pros and cons of the implementation and review them in accordance with the rising needs and demands of the youth population in the country. In it their participation, cooperation, contribution and inclusion should be the main approach. This paper shall primarily have a relook into the policies of 2003 and 2014 and present an analysis of them for better understanding of the same.
Best Practices for Engaging Youth as Partners in Planning, Conducting, and Evaluating Sustainable Development Efforts
Authors: Diem Keith G.
Published: December 2019

Youth are commonly referred to as important assets to society and as leaders of the future. In reality, they can be leaders of today, as well as an important component to decision-making at the family and community levels and critical to social, environmental, and economic viability. But this requires viewing them as partners in a shared process focused on their interest, knowledge, and abilities instead of as a token voice. This notion is sometimes contradictory to historical societal norms that may be based on seniority, class, or even gender. However, not only is it a right of youth to actively participate in society, it is important for building a generation of citizens who are able to be productive in a global economy and leaders of sustainable development. Ultimately, the success of youth and the success of communities are intertwined and best practice involves implementation of positive youth development and youth participation concepts in order for both youth and communities to thrive. Despite challenges, obstacles, and effort needed, the value of engaging youth in sustainable development shows promise for youth and communities. Not only is it an international policy declaration and a moral imperative, it is truly the right thing to do. The future of a society, and indeed the world, depends on adults working together with youth as representatives of the future. Utilizing a program development strategy and a logic model approach to jointly determine outcomes and impacts to be achieved can help guide the process for mutual benefit. This article explains potential challenges and barriers as well as recommendations of best practices identified in the literature for overcoming obstacles to achieving these outcomes through (1) positive youth development, (2) meaningful participation of youth at all levels, (3) youth-adult partnerships as a potential mechanism for sustainable development, and (4) a suggested planning process that makes it easier to evaluate how well results have been achieved.
Some Aspects of Community Empowerment and Resilience
Authors: Bidave Jyotsna
Published: December 2019

In this case, the authors give a detailed account of Punsari village in western part of India which has transformed itself from an underdeveloped and poor habitat to a smart village today. Punsari has attracted lot of positive attention from different quarters recently for its excellent achievements as a village and has own recognition for the same. The authors depict an account of a rural transformation under the visionary leadership of the village headman (Sarpanch) during the last one decade. In a country, where villages still face scarcity of various basic facilities, Punsari has won accolades for providing the most modern facilities to its population. Through effective planning and utilization of Central and state government funds, Punsari has reached outstanding landmarks in healthcare, education, employment and modern facilities. This village now stands as a role model of rural management for the rest of India. The authors have travelled to the village to talk to people and Based on those interviews and information available in open sources, this case was developed. The authors have explored the journey of development to analyze the factors contributing to the success. The authors attempt to present the case of Punsari to be followed as a management model in numerous underdeveloped villages around the globe, especially in developing countries. It is also an example of how leadership and vision can bring about radical changes to a populous social unit. It depicts the significance of rural entrepreneurial leadership in the current economic scenario.
Post-issue Performance of IPOs in India
Authors: Sharma Sudesh Kumar , Mittal Sanjiv , Gupta N. K.
Published: December 2019

Initial Public Offers (IPOs) market is considered to be the safest way to invest in the stocks and it also assures profits due to underpricing. Therefore, it attracts every type of investors and very particularly the retail investors. However, gaps do appear in perceived profits and the actual profits. Expectations have been built around some sector stocks such as Public sector – considered as safe bet; Petrochemical and Infrastructure sector stocks – for assured long term appreciation; Finance and IT sector for quick profits, etc. This study is an attempt to capture the performance of IPOs across different sectors, over different time frames, to identify the performing sectors and the effect of the non-performing IPOs. Our results indicate that public sector stocks outperform all other sector stocks during short as well as long term period. Manufacturing sector stocks appear to be least performing stocks during short as well as long term duration. Further, if non-performing IPOs could be checked out, there would be substantial gains for the investors. We expect our study to serve as a guiding tool for retail investors to enable them to focus their investments.
Determinants of Corporate Social Responsibility, Dynamic Capability and Financial Performance
Authors: Zali Rasoul , Sheydayaee Javad
Published: December 2019

One of the main challenges for CEO is contradiction between the benefits of the shareholders and other stakeholders. On one hand, CEO should consider financial profits due to the shareholders; on the other hand, CEO should account for corporate social responsibility (CSR), concerning the needs and demands of society according to the interests of the stakeholders. The main question of this paper is whether corporate social responsibility is consistent with financial performance or not. A path analysis was conducted and the results indicated that CSR and dynamic capability have positive and significant influences on the financial performance. Furthermore, capital intensity, industry size, and firm size have positive and significant effects on CSR and concentration has a negative effect on corporate social responsibility. Moreover, the number of the shareholders has no effect on corporate social responsibility. One of the most complete procedures in MBA is the procedure of Thomas. He supposed that each customer in firms depends on CRM of the company.
Energy management: From insight to foresight Energiemanagement: Von der Ein-Zur Weitsicht
Authors: A Eicher,
Published: December 2019

Energy management: From insight to foresight Energiemanagement: Von der Ein-Zur Weitsicht