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Should women continue to be less preferred for managerial positions? Evidence from Greece based on public hospitals’ financial performance
Authors: Karakolias Stefanos , Polyzos Nikolaos 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
This study aims to enrich the debate on whether women should continue to be under-represented in the upper echelons of organisations. Evidence arrives from the health-care battlefield and, more specifically, the Greek public hospitals assessed in terms of financial performance.

Design/methodology/approach
The whole set of Greek public hospitals operating in 2022 were included in a quantitative approach, whereby financial ratios reflect financial performance, while the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Chief Financial Officer (CFO) gender reflects the female representation. Descriptive statistics analysis, t-tests and correlation analysis were performed.

Findings
The findings of this study suggest that female CEOs significantly outperformed their male counterparts on liquidity and accounts payable turnover, while female CFOs surpassed males concerning inventory turnover. Contrarily, hospitals with male CFOs achieved higher profitability, but income statements seem self-manipulated thanks to state subsidies and cash accounting techniques. Women appear to focus on those components of financial performance which are better aligned to the social role of public entities, while their contribution to non-financial performance is also underpinned by previous research.

Practical implications
Women’s under-representation in management positions was partially confirmed, as less than 1 / 4 of hospitals appoint a female CEO but circa 7 / 10 of them appoint a female CFO. This could be attributed to stereotypes combined with policy and governance factors. The latter were discussed well in this paper shaping a roadmap towards better gender equality in health-care settings.

Originality/value
To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this was the first effort to investigate the association between managers’ gender and financial performance in Greek health care.
Exploring internationally educated nurses’ experiences from the lens of psychological capital: challenges and coping strategies
Authors: Robles Alma C. , Cho Yonjoo 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
The purpose of this study was to explore the lived experiences of internationally educated nurses (IENs) in the USA, focusing on the challenges they faced and the coping strategies they used to cope with those challenges, to understand how IENs manage the challenges from the lens of psychological capital (PsyCap) development for their well-being, given the increasing reliance on IENs in addressing global nursing shortages.

Design/methodology/approach
The authors used a qualitative research design to capture the lived experiences of IENs and conducted semi-structured interviews with 19 IENs from diverse backgrounds. The authors analyzed their narratives of challenges and coping strategies to adjust to the US health-care system, using a thematic analysis.

Findings
The IENs interviewed encountered significant challenges, such as having to adapt to cultural differences and facing systemic barriers in credentialing and integration. Their coping strategies included embracing hard work, reframing challenges through gratitude and seeking support from ethnic peer networks. Those coping strategies helped them manage the stress of adjusting to a new health-care environment. To help IENs cope with the challenges they face when entering a new health-care system in the USA, the authors recommend enhancing health-care leaders’ cultural awareness and implementing formal peer networks and systemic reforms.

Research limitations/implications
This study contributes to existing literature on IENs by offering a better understanding of the unique challenges they face, highlighting the need for tailored support for IENs in health-care settings. Future research is called for to test the effectiveness of the proposed recommendations for supporting IENs’ PsyCap development and well-being.

Practical implications
Insights from this study will guide health-care professions education and human resource development (HRD) practitioners in designing and developing targeted interventions to support IENs, such as cultural competence training for both peers and leaders and inclusive HRD practices, improving IENs’ well-being and patient care.

Originality/value
This study revealed unexpected insights into how IENs cope with challenges in US health care, including persistent language barriers, cultural belonging and systemic obstacles related to credentialing and immigration. Ethnic-specific peer support, emotional resilience and mental reframing, where IENs compare current challenges to past hardships, emerged as key coping strategies. These coping strategies enabled IENs to maintain their PsyCap and well-being, offering new perspectives that were not previously captured in the literature.
The influence of environmental attitudes and behaviour in encouraging public acceptance of protestor violence towards the oil and gas sector in Canada
Authors: Walsh Alexander , Walsh Philip R. 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
This study aims to address the gap in current knowledge on the social acceptance of political violence against, or in response to, the Canadian oil and gas industry. Specifically, this research sought to determine if environmental attitudes and behaviours can be predictors for support of various degrees of violent pro-environmental protest.

Design/methodology/approach
Drawing upon Ajzen’s theory of planned behaviour and Oreg and Katz-Gerro’s model for predicting pro-environmental behaviour, the study examines data from a survey of 409 Canadians and uses step-wise regression to measure the association of predictors linking environmental attitudes with support for protester violence.

Findings
Findings suggest that personal willingness to sacrifice for the environment and a perception of environmental threat and concern are primary predictors linking environmental attitudes with support for protester violence. The study also identifies contextual factors such as age, activism history and police response tactics as influential.

Practical implications
The research contributes to understanding the complexities of environmental conflict and its implications for energy security policy. The results suggest that policies which encourage environmental sensitivity and commitment may be encouraging greater levels of activism and potentially violence against oil and gas companies.

Originality/value
While there exists research on the level of acceptance behind modern political violence in general, particularly against government in a broad sense, there is a noticeable absence of available literature on the risks of such political violence as it pertains specifically to oil and gas development and infrastructure in Canada.
Spatial heterogeneity in housing price-transaction ratios: a historical analysis of Tehran
Authors: Roohani Qadikolaei Mohsen , Hatami Yaser , Nikmard Namin Sara , Soltani Ali 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
This study aims to explore the intricate relationship between housing prices and transaction volumes in Tehran, a city with diverse socioeconomic and regional characteristics. This research addresses a critical gap in understanding the role of local spatial factors, which previous studies have often overlooked, focusing instead on macroeconomic variables.

Design/methodology/approach
Using a data set of housing transactions of Metropolitan Tehran from 2010 to 2020 sourced from secondary data, this study uses generalized linear mixed models and spatial clustering techniques. These methods enable an examination of geographical clustering and the effects of local contextual variables on the dynamics between housing prices and transaction volumes.

Findings
Results indicate significant spatial heterogeneity within Tehran’s housing market. Higher prices and transaction volumes are concentrated in the northern and western regions, influenced by factors such as employment rates, rental housing supply and the physical attributes of the housing stock. The findings suggest that macroeconomic policies alone are insufficient to address housing challenges in Tehran; targeted, localized interventions are necessary.

Research limitations/implications
This study’s reliance on secondary data and its focus on a single urban environment may limit the generalizability of the findings. Further research incorporating a wider range of local and macro variables could strengthen the applicability of the results across different contexts.

Practical implications
This study underscores the need for region-specific housing policies that consider local economic, social and spatial conditions. Policymakers could improve housing affordability and accessibility in Tehran by implementing tailored strategies to address the distinct needs of different districts.

Originality/value
This study offers a novel perspective by integrating spatial and contextual factors in housing market analysis, providing insights that challenge the traditional macroeconomic focus. The use of advanced statistical and spatial analysis techniques contributes to a deeper understanding of urban housing market dynamics.
Public perceptions and attitudes towards wages for essential frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic
Authors: Reiersen Jon , Svarstad Elin 
Published: November 2024

PurposeHow informed are people about the wage gap between those at the top and those at the lower end of the wage distribution? We analyse this question in the light of the debate that arose during the COVID-19 pandemic about the importance of essential frontline workers and how these are paid compared to other occupations.Design/methodology/approachThe study uses wage data for managers in private and public enterprises in Norway in addition to data on wages for two groups of essential frontline workers: cleaning operatives and nurses. We compared this data with what a sample of Norwegians believe the different occupational groups earn and what they think they ideally should earn.FindingsRespondents overestimate the wages of cleaners and nurses, and they think that both groups should be paid more than they actually earn. Respondents also report ideal wage gaps between managers and essential workers that are significantly smaller than the actual wage gap.Originality/valuePrevious research shows that people on average underestimate actual wage gaps in society and that most people want wage gaps that are far lower than these underestimates. This study adds to this literature by looking at what people know about the pay conditions of essential frontline workers and what they think essential frontline workers ideally should be paid compared to other types of work.Peer reviewThe peer review history for this article is available at: https://publons.com/publon/10.1108/IJSE-03-2024-0222
Consumer adoption of virtual reality for spectator sport: an adopter categorization based on the diffusion of innovation and uses and gratification theories
Authors: Park Kwangho , Koo Gi-Yong , Kim Minkil , Kim Sanghoon 
Published: November 2024

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to (1) identify the factors that affect the adoption of virtual reality (VR) for spectator sports, (2) examine the differences in the factors among the four adopter categories (i.e. continuers, discontinuers, potentials and resistors) and (3) determine whether these factors are useful for discriminating among the adopter categories, based on the “diffusion of innovation” and “uses and gratification” theories.Design/methodology/approachIn total, 216 participants were included in the analysis. Logistic regression and multiple analyses of variance were conducted to identify the factors that affect the adoption of VRS and examine the differences in the factors between adopter and non-adopter as well as between the continuers, discontinuers, potentials and resistors.FindingsThis study found that actualized innovativeness, complexity, companionship and gender significantly affect user adoption of VR for spectator sports. There were significant differences in the factors among the four adopter categories. The factors were also useful in discriminating between the four adopter categories.Originality/valueThis study highlights how individuals embrace emerging technologies differently based on their adopter category characteristics. From a marketing perspective, the insights gained from this study can inform the development of targeted strategies, campaigns and user experiences for VR spectator sports (VRS). This approach promises new revenue streams for the spectator sport industry and offers solutions to challenges like declining viewership and digital marginalization. It underscores the potential success of VR technology in transforming the spectator sport industry.
Social networks and perceived social support among community corrections offenders in China: a pilot study report
Authors: Wang Xiaoyu , Abu Bakar Ah Siti Hajar , Azman Zaiton 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
This study aims to assess the social network and perceived social support among community corrections offenders in China and compare the relationship between different sub-dimensions of social support and offenders’ social adaptation.

Design/methodology/approach
A descriptive design combined with self-administered questionnaires was used. A total of 54 valid responses were analysed, with participants displaying the following demographic characteristics: male offenders outnumbered female offenders, probationers constituted the highest proportion among all community corrections offenders and educational levels were generally low. Descriptive statistics and correlation analysis were conducted. The Lubben Social Network Scale, Interpersonal Support Evaluation List Scale and Person at Re-education-centre Social Adaptation Scale were used to measure the variables.

Findings
Participants exhibited generally good levels of social support, with moderately extensive social networks and perceived support. All sub-dimensions showed significant positive correlations with social adaptation, with the highest correlation for appraisal support (r = 0.743, p < 0.01), followed by instrumental support (r = 0.714, p < 0.01), emotional support (r = 0.687, p < 0.01), informational support (r = 0.685, P < 0.01) and social networks (r = 0.426, p < 0.01).

Practical implications
This study expands the understanding of community corrections offenders in China by focusing on the underexplored Sichuan Province, using empirical methods for data collection. It addresses a gap in previous research by examining both structural and functional support for offenders rather than focusing solely on one aspect. The study uses two scales, rarely used in Chinese research, to measure structural and functional support, thereby enhancing research on social support for offenders. Practically, it explores the correlation between social support and re-entry, offering valuable insights for improving offenders’ reintegration into society.

Originality/value
These results underscore the critical role of social networks and perceived social support in reintegrating Chinese community corrections offenders. Distinct from prior research, this study used a more comprehensive scale, less commonly used by Chinese scholars, to enable detailed measurement and analysis, highlighting the significance of both structural and functional support in informing practice in related fields.
Do the characteristics of the Sharia Supervisory Board affect the Islamic banks’ performance? Evidence from Arab countries
Authors: Al Thnaibat Mu’men , Al-Hajaya Krayyem , Alshhadat Mohammad Q. 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
This study aims to examine the effect of Islamic governance through Sharia Supervisory Board (SSB) on performance of Islamic banks (IBs). Specifically, it investigates the impact of seven proxies for Islamic governance of SSB (size, number of meetings, independence, financial and accounting experiences, previous experience on SSBs, change in composition and presence of higher Sharia supervision) on the financial performance (return on assets [ROA]) of 28 listed IBs from 10 different Arab countries between 2019 and 2023.

Design/methodology/approach
Data were collected from the annual reports and other information available on banks’ websites, the websites of central banks and the financial markets.

Findings
OLS regression results indicate that greater member independence, SSB members’ prior expertise and less change in the SSB composition have a significant positive influence on the financial performance of IBs.

Research limitations/implications
The study findings are useful to IBs, and the governing bodies in Islamic countries in terms of emphasizing the importance of maintaining the financial independence of SSBs, appointing expert members and maintaining stability in the composition of SSBs.

Practical implications
The study’s findings offer significant implications for Islamic investment banks and regulatory authorities. These findings highlight the critical importance of maintaining the financial independence of Shariah Supervisory Boards, selecting expert members, and preserving board stability.

Social implications
Policymakers may consider the authors’ recommendations to establish a higher SSB, affiliating this monitoring body with the financial market authority or the monetary authority, to create a sound governance system at the macro level and better enforcement.

Originality/value
This study provides an original contribution to Islamic banking and Islamic governance literature as a cross-countries study, in its consideration of the presence of higher Sharia supervision in the country, alongside members’ financial independence as variables in the effectiveness of SSBs, and as a result on the performance of IBs.
Halal certification of marketing mix focusing on cosmetics
Authors: Islam Mohammad Mominul , Ab Talib Mohamed Syazwan , Muhamad Nazlida 
Published: November 2024

Purpose
Halal certification is predominantly linked with the product and its production process. However, certifying price, place and promotion (3Ps) has not received enough attention theoretically and empirically. Against this backdrop, this study aims to unravel the halal certification of the marketing mix in Bangladesh’s cosmetics industry.

Design/methodology/approach
Fourteen mid and top executives from 12 national, international and multinational cosmetic companies were interviewed from November 2023 to January 2024. The data were analyzed using ATLAS.ti 2024 to showcase content, concept, sentiment, correlation, network and thematic analysis, exploring respondents’ perceptions aligned with Islamic principles.

Findings
The respondents held highly negative perceptions about certifying halal pricing, followed by promotion and supply chain or place. The mixed perceptions illustrate that certifying the halal product is easier than certifying the halal price, promotion and place (3Ps). Conditional and positive perceptions can foster halal certification of the entire marketing mix, while negative perceptions seem to be a threat to the halal cosmetics industry.

Practical implications
The findings have implications for academic, managerial and policymaking issues, benefiting halal cosmetics consumers. Based on this empirical study, halal stakeholders can determine the likelihood of certifying the entire marketing mix.

Originality/value
This study proposes certifying the halal status of the marketing mix against the backdrop of the scarcity of theoretical and practical premises.
Food wastage in the era of e-commerce: prevention and mitigation panacea
Authors: Mohammed Ahmed , Zubairu Nasiru , Rodrigues Vasco Sanchez 
Published: November 2024

PurposeOnline food shopping has emerged as a fast-growing market. However, the retail online food supply chain (ROFSC) is attracting increasing attention due to its social, environmental and financial impacts. This study aims to empirically evaluate food waste prevention and mitigation (FWPM) strategies in a real-world case study within the UK ROFSC.Design/methodology/approachAdvanced methodologies are required to explore and address FWPM problems across ROFSC. Surveys and interviews were conducted with practitioners. Hard and soft data were collected from the case online retailer. Experts from an FWPM non-profit organization checked and validated the data collected.FindingsResults revealed that inter/cross-organization integrated collaboration and visibility in the ROFSC influence FWPM. Findings established that consumers are the main source of food waste, followed by suppliers and online retailers, with 18, 11 and 1%, respectively. Worryingly, only 1% of respondents expressed that there is a strong commitment to a zero-waste strategy, emphasizing the necessity for more effective waste reduction initiatives and awareness.Practical implicationsThe research outcome calls for further efforts by policymakers and practitioners to guide consumers toward efficient food waste management practices.Originality/valueThe study extends previous literature by proposing a holistic framework for reducing food waste from suppliers and consumers. The study captured interesting insights on food waste, including measuring, reasoning and destinations of online food waste.
State of the (Future) Field: The History of Collecting and Its Institutions
Authors: BOWYER SURYA , GUPTA SHREYA , PATERSON LIBERTY , ACHARYA NITI 
Published: November 2024

AbstractThis article considers the state of the field of the history of collecting and its institutions. Following on from a 2021 ‘state of the field’ article, also published in this journal, the present piece looks towards the future of this evolving field. The authors pay particular attention to work being undertaken from the perspective of collecting institutions rather than individual collectors. Our principal corpus is the series of Collaborative Doctoral Partnership projects that, over the past decade, have been run under the aegis of the UK's Arts and Humanities Research Council. The article considers, in turn, the following areas of research within the field: histories of empire, slavery and gender; investigations of stakeholders; digital collections research; and commercial histories of collecting. The article ends by looking beyond academia, to consider the recent wider impact of research into the history of collections and its institutions.
The safety net and child health and well‐being: evidence from the United States and the United Kingdom
Authors: Aizer Anna , Lleras‐Muney Adriana 
Published: November 2024

AbstractChildren are often a major beneficiary of social safety net programmes because they have higher rates of poverty. We review the evidence on whether, and to what extent, safety net spending via cash and in‐kind benefits (nutrition, early childhood education, housing and health care) affects child health and well‐being and, ultimately, children's income in adulthood. We also consider how recent changes to the safety net in the United States and the United Kingdom may affect child outcomes. We conclude that the safety net can and does help children who are growing up in poverty, with positive long‐term gains, especially among the most disadvantaged. While there is some evidence that parents may change their behaviours in response to incentives to maintain eligibility for safety net programmes, these changes appear small and, on net, children appear to be better off as a result of these programmes. A comprehensive study of the impact of the generosity and structure of the safety net on child outcomes and intergenerational mobility remains for future research.