bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Break-Even Point and its Impact on Profit Planning in Educational Institutions: A Study Conducted in Lima, Peru, 2022
Authors: Fernández-Bedoya Víctor Hugo , Suyo-Vega Josefina Amanda , Meneses-La-Riva Monica Elisa , Grijalva-Salazar Rosario Violeta 
Published: May 2024

The break-even point is a technique for analyzing the relationship between costs, volumes and profits in organizations, which allows their managers to know quickly and economically the minimum units or amounts that their companies must sell in order not to generate losses, thus allowing them to plan their profits. Due to the pandemic caused by the Sars-Cov-2 (COVID-19 virus), virtual teaching became popular, which served as an opportunity for many teachers to start teaching courses; with time, these entrepreneurs paid attention to the importance of the break-even point for making decisions related to the opening of new sections of existing courses, or the implementation of new study programs. The objective of this study was to determine the impact of the break-even point in profit planning in educational institutions in Lima, 2022. The hypothesis was: the break-even point has an impact on profit planning in educational institutions in Lima, 2022. Through a quantitative approach study, applied type, explanatory level, non-experimental and cross-sectional design, data was collected from 91 entrepreneurs who carried out teaching activities on virtual platforms. The results obtained confirmed the influence of the break-even point calculation on profit planning in this context, modeling it with the following formula: profit planning=0.101+0.979 x break-even point.

Received: 20 November 2023 / Accepted: 24 April 2024 / Published: 5 May 2024
The Impact of the European Union on the Endorsement of the Justice Reform in Albania
Authors: Bregu Meljana , Gjinko Juliana 
Published: May 2024

European integration has been the primary goal of Albanian foreign policy since the collapse of the communist regime, regardless of the ruling political party. The political elite and the Albanian people embrace and support the integration process. Also, the European Union has grown as a transformative power in Albania, fostering democracy, influencing structural reforms, and impacting the rule of law through the promise of future accession. However, the enlargement process has been slow due to internal and external factors. The article analyzes the EU as a transformative power and the use of Conditionality in Albania as an essential diffusion channel of the EU's values and norms, using the adoption of justice reform as a key study. The article's objective is to examine how the EU perspective membership has influenced the endorsement of justice reform in Albania. The paper argues that the EU approach has succeeded in fostering compliance with formal accession criteria but has yet to implement the justice reform due to internal factors and a not linear enlargement perspective. Progress Reports, literature, surveys, and media articles will be analyzed to fulfill the paper's objective.

Received: 10 February 2024 / Accepted: 20 April 2024 / Published: 5 May 2024
The Relative Importance of Factors Influencing Saudi Arabia's Productivity
Authors: Derdab Amna , AlFadhli Mohammad , Almutairi Shihanah , Alsaber Ahmad , Ullah Karim 
Published: May 2024

A country's productivity reflects its current economic standing and where it could potentially grow in the future. This paper explains the relative significance of factors affecting the productivity of Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). The issue of productivity has been raised in the growing diversion of the economic literature to the development side, leaving little research on countries productivity as measured in gross domestic product (GDP), that provides empirical basses for the developmental debates. Eight important factors are researched for their relative explanation of the KSA’s productivity, which include the spendings on i) education, 2) subsidies, 3) research & development, 4) physical capital, 5) health, 6) gender equality, 7) inflation, and 8) openness to trade. These factors are assessed using the Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) and combine autoregressive features with those of moving averages (ARIMA). The study has theoretical implications for raising fresh evidence for the relative importance of these factors of production for developing countries such as KSA. The relative significance of these factors also informs predictions and policy making for the efficient resource allocation of keeping in view the targeted productivity level while chasing developmental objectives, such as those envisioned for 2030 in KSA.

Received: 31 January 2024 / Accepted: 16 April 2024 / Published: 5 May 2024
Financial Well-Being Scale: Evidence of Validity and Reliability in Peruvian Context
Authors: Millones-Liza Dany Yudet , García-Salirrosas Elizabeth Emperatriz 
Published: May 2024

The objective of the study is to analyze the reliability and validity evidence based on the internal structure of the InCharge Finance Distress / Financial Wellbeing (IFDFW). It was administered to 545 citizens from the three regions of Peru (coast, the Andes and the rainforest). There were 296 women and 243 men, with an average age of 33.45 years (SD= 9.65). Confirmatory factor analysis provided adequate support for the 8-item one-dimensional model with the presence of correlated errors (CMIN= 58.635, DF = 17.00; CMIN/DF =3.449; CFI = 0.979; RMSEA= 0.067; SRMR= 0.032; and PClose = 0.061), also showed a good convergent internal validity based on the value of AVE = 0.554. Regarding reliability, a Cronbach's alpha = 0.881 and a CR= 0.91 are observed, which indicates adequate reliability of the one-dimensional model of the InCharge. The results suggest that the Peruvian version of the InCharge presents adequate psychometric evidence to measure the financial well-being of employees in a Peruvian context. Thus, it seeks to contribute to the advancement of the scientific study of financial well-being in Latin America.

Received: 1 September 2023 / Accepted: 16 March 2024 / Published: 5 May 2024
The Balanced Score Card as a Predictor of Supply Chain Improvement for ACES Peru, 2022
Authors: Souza Galo Roberto Daniel , Bejarano Auqui Jesús Fernando , Ramírez Pezo Yngue Elizabeth 
Published: May 2024

The application of Balance Score Card (BSC) and Supply Chain (SC) as structured methods of strategic analysis is scarce and controversial in the business management of some companies, except in large industries competing in the globalized market. The objective of the study was to analyze the Balance Score Card as a predictive tool to improve the Supply Chain (SC) of the company ACES Peru, 2022. The study evaluates the BSC variables and the five dimensions of the CS variable: Supply, production, storage, transportation and distribution, a total of 24 items on a Likert scale. A total of 260 responses were collected from those who participated in the survey. Statistically, exploratory factor analysis, Varimax factorial rotation, KMO, CFI, TLI and RSMA tests were used. The results show that BSC was not a significant predictor of CS; however, the BSC variable is a significant predictor of the dimensions of the CS variable. In these circumstances the BSC model assumes the role of evaluator of the management strategies developed in ACES and improver of the predictor level of CS and its dimensions.

Received: 1 December 2023 / Accepted: 7 April 2024 / Published: 5 May 2024
The Social Value of Public Infrastructure Works
Authors: Carrión-Barco Gilberto , Adrianzén John Fuentes , Chayan-Coloma Alejandro , Díaz-Paredes Manuel Antonio , Prado-Canchari Alfredo , Alarcon-Nuñez Celita , Lau-Hoyos Edgar Mitchel 
Published: May 2024

Public infrastructure projects hold significant social value as they provide essential services, spur economic development, create job opportunities, and enhance quality of life by facilitating access to basic amenities and reducing commute times. This study aimed to assess the social impact of public infrastructure projects in the northern region of Peru, focusing on indicators such as access to basic services, inequality reduction, poverty alleviation, economic growth, and citizen well-being. Employing a quantitative approach with a non-experimental and descriptive design, the research engaged a sample of 124 engineering professionals who were surveyed to gauge their perceptions of public infrastructure project management in the northern region of Peru. The findings reveal predominantly negative perceptions towards the management of public infrastructure projects in the northern region of Peru, indicating the presence of deficiencies or irregularities in project execution. It is recommended to propose measures aimed at enhancing transparency, fostering citizen participation, and promoting accountability in the management of public infrastructure projects.

Received: 12 March 2024 / Accepted: 20 April 2024 / Published: 5 May 2024
Exploring Digital Entrepreneurship and the Development of Entrepreneurial Skills in General Studies Students
Authors: Tomayro Martinez Ana Maria , Anglas La Torre Miguel Ernesto , Suyo Vega Josefina Amanda 
Published: May 2024

In a changing and complex world, the university is no stranger to the incursion of the digital world and the development of entrepreneurial skills in the learning of young university students. Currently, digital ventures have emerged and many of them are seen as tools and spaces for the development of entrepreneurial skills such as leadership, creativity and even new forms of teamwork. The development of skills that lead to the creation of different ventures is a window of opportunity to achieve personal and social improvement. This research was developed under the qualitative approach, and, from the methodology of grounded theory, the experiences of general studies students and their entrepreneurial skills were analyzed using digital resources developed from their curricular experiences. Thus, through semi-structured interviews and content analysis, it was possible to know how these entrepreneurial skills were able to develop learning based on creativity, leadership and teamwork. Ten general studies university students selected under inclusion criteria participated. The technique used was in-depth interview, description and categorical analysis. The results show that the students' experience reflects a partial knowledge of what is meant by digital entrepreneurship. Likewise, it is concluded that the learning experiences of general studies students about their entrepreneurial skills are very important in vocational training. Finally, it is hoped that this research can lead to new studies on the impact that digital entrepreneurship has on society and the culture of our young university students.

Received: 5 November 2023 / Accepted: 13 March 2024 / Published: 5 May 2024
Resilience, Migratory Grief, and the Influence of Sociodemographic Factors on Venezuelan Immigrants, Case of Peru
Authors: Ocaña-Guevara Xiomara Lisset , Reyes-Pérez Moisés David , Facho-Cornejo Jhoselit Lisset , Ramos Farroñán Emma Verónica , Arbulú-Ballesteros Marco Agustín , Fernández-Altamirano Antony Esmit Franco , Acosta-Enriquez Benicio Gonzalo , Calonge De la Piedra Dina Marisol , Guerrero-Millones Ana María 
Published: May 2024

The current study aimed to determine the relationship between resilience and migratory grief among Venezuelan immigrants in Peru. This was a basic, quantitative, correlational, cross-sectional study. The sample consisted of 267 Venezuelan immigrants aged between 18 and 50 years from the human mobility and human trafficking board of a diocese in Peru. To measure the variables, the RS-14 Resilience Scale by Wagnild and Young and the Migratory Grief Questionnaire created by De la Revilla et al. were used. For the data analysis, SPSS v25 software was used, and Spearman's correlation coefficient was calculated to determine the relationship between resilience and migratory grief. Additionally, to understand the influence of sociodemographic factors, analysis of variance (ANOVA) and the Scheffé post hoc test were utilized. The results showed that there was a statistically significant relationship between the level of resilience and migratory grief. Similarly, employment status is an influential factor for both resilience and migratory grief.

Received: 6 March 2024 / Accepted: 16 April 2024 / Published: 5 May 2024
Students' Perspective on Freedom of Expression and Hate Speech in Albanian Universities
Authors: Gjipali Dorina , Beqiraj Pranvera , Prendi Llambi 
Published: May 2024

This article presents an analysis of the perspective of university students in Albania toward freedom of expression and hate speech within the academic environment. This study confidently investigates Albanian university students’ attitudes and perceptions towards freedom of expression, its significance in academic institutions, and its relationship with principles of equality and non-discrimination. Based on survey data collected from 622 participants, the study examines student’s attitudes toward the freedom of expression and hate speech. Study results strongly support previous research that highlights the significance of freedom of expression for young people in high educational institutions. The high level of participant agreement on the importance of freedom of expression in this study provides further evidence of the universal recognition of this fundamental right. The study contributes valuable insights to the discourse on freedom of expression and its implications for fostering inclusive and respectful academic environments in Albania.

Received: 20 February 2024 / Accepted: 30 April 2024 / Published: 5 May 2024
Albanian Public Opinion on US Role in the Israel-Gaza Conflict
Authors: Tomja Alida , Dumani Alketa 
Published: May 2024

Against the Israel-Gaza conflict and the United States’ involvement, this study explores the complex dynamics of Albanian public opinion regarding these geopolitical events. Through a systematic examination of demographic variables including gender, age, educational attainment, and religious belief, the research aims to elucidate how these variables shape perceptions and attitudes among the Albanian populace. The objectives encompass assessing knowledge levels regarding the US role in the conflict, evaluating public opinion on this role, and examining pro/anti-American sentiments. Hypotheses are formulated to substantiate the influence of demographic factors on these perceptions. Employing structured questionnaires and statistical analysis, data was collected from Albanian citizens, revealing intriguing insights. While age emerges as a significant determinant of understanding and assessment, gender and religious faith notably influence pro/anti-American sentiments. The study underscores the intricate interplay between demographic factors and public perceptions, shedding light on the multifaceted dynamics shaping attitudes toward international affairs and the USA in Albania. These findings hold implications for policy-making, public discourse, and future research on global conflicts and public opinion.

Received: 1 February 2024 / Accepted: 30 April 2024 / Published: 5 May 2024
Higher Education Management Polity
Authors: Al-Ali Maytha 
Published: May 2024

To find out the main elements of the newly adopted management model and the level of application of indigenous and western models and principles, and also to investigate the generalization of education aspects and values in contexts other than their initial ones, we carried out such a study in three federal universities of the United Arab Emirates. Besides the vital nature of the questions to the United Arab Emirates, these interrogate the most troubling yet classic issues afflicting the Gulf and developing states alike. The outcomes show that hegemonic western approaches to higher education management subverts the unique cultural and religious traditions of the UAE that correlates with the local and national tourism environments. These comparative components were spread and controlled by the international higher education exchange culture that was not mandatory but rather, shared. A global higher education system plays an important role in preserving and spreading a standard culture to all states in the world.

Received: 15 February 2024 / Accepted: 30 April 2024 / Published: 5 May 2024
Profil Pengetahuan Terkait Penyakit Sistem Pernafasan Kronis pada Perokok Aktif
Authors: Lorensia Amelia , Aprianti Pande Made Ayu , Suryadinata Rivan Virlando 
Published: May 2024

Pendahuluan: Rokok merupakan salah satu penyebab kematian tertinggi di dunia maupun di Indonesia. Penyakit Paru Obstruktif Kronik (PPOK) merupakan risiko tinggi bagi perokok aktif. Pengetahuan dini terkait kondisi paru diperlukan untuk mencegah terjadinya penurunan fungsi paru. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk mengetahui tingkat pengetahuan penyakit sistem pernapasan kronik pada perokok aktif di Karang Taruna distrik waibu. Metodologi: Jenis penelitian ini merupakan penelitian kuantitatif dengan desain cross sectional dari April sampai Juli 2022. Pengumpulan data menggunakan kuisioner yaitu kuisioner kesehatan fungsi paru yang terdiri dari tiga kategori: faktor risiko, gejala, dan terapi gangguan pernapasan. Hasil: Jumlah reponden penelitian yang terdapat dalam penelitian ini yaitu 64 partisipan. Kategori Faktor risiko gangguan pernapasan memiliki tingkat pengetahuan baik dengan 41 responden (64,1%). Kategori gejala gangguan pernapasan memiliki tingkat pengetahuan baik dengan 34 responden (53,1%). Kategori pengobatan dan terapi gangguan pernapasan memiliki tingkat pengetahuan cukup dengan 43 responden (67,2%). Total tingkat pengetahuan baik sebanyak 39 responden (60,94%), tingkat pengetahuan cukup 23 responden (35,94%), dan tingkat pengetahuan kurang 2 responden (3,12%). Kesimpulan: Tingkat pengetahuan faktor risiko gangguan pernapasan dan gejala gangguan pernapasan adalah baik, serta pengobatan dan terapi gangguan pernapasan adalah cukup.
LBP Analisis Faktor Risiko Low Back Pain pada Petani
Authors: Nugraha Rizka ardi , Widjaya Jessica Alda Cahyani , Achsan Barra Natasya 
Published: May 2024

Latar Belakang : Indonesia merupakan negara agraris, dimana sebagian besar masyarakat Indonesia bermata pencaharian sebagai petani. Pekerjaan pertanian mempunyai tingkat ketegangan yang tinggi dan melibatkan banyak gerakan repetisi. Dalam studi tahun 2019 yang dilakukan oleh Kee et al., tingkat nyeri muskuloskeletal di kalangan petani sangat tinggi yaitu sebesar 97,2%, dimana LBP berkontribusi sebesar 58,7%. Faktor risiko biomekanik yang menyebabkan LBP antara lain postur punggung bawah yang tidak tepat, angkat beban yang berat, pekerjaan yang berulang-ulang, dan getaran seluruh tubuh dari mesin pertanian. Faktor psikologis, pada gilirannya, termasuk stres, kecemasan, dan depresi. Analisis faktor risiko diperlukan untuk meminimalkan potensi penyakit akibat kerja pada petani. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melakukan analisis faktor risiko Low Back Pain (LBP) pada Petani. Metode : Pencarian dilakukan melalui Google Scholars, PubMed, Cochrane Library, ResearchGate dan Science Direct dengan batas waktu publikasi dalam 5 tahun terakhir. Didapatkan 32 jurnal yang memuat topik faktor risiko LBP pada petani. Hasil : Berdasarkan 32 jurnal didapatkan faktor yang menyebabkan terjadinya Low Back Pain terbagi atas faktor pekerjaan dan non pekerjaan. Diskusi : Faktor risiko LBP pada tenaga kerja terbagi atas faktor pekerjaan dan faktor non pekerjaan. Faktor risiko akibat pekerjaan antara lain pengalamn kerja, psikologis, repetisi dan postur tubuh yang kurang tepat. Faktor risiko non-pekerjaan meliputi jenis kelamin, indeks massa tubuh (BMI), dan merokok. Kesimpulan : Faktor risiko terjadinya Low Back Pain (LBP) Pada Petani disebakan oleh berbagai hal yang terdiri dari faktor pekerjaan dan non-pekerjaan.
Kata Kunci : Low Back Pain, LBP, faktor risiko, Petani.
Gambaran Faktor Resiko Hygiene Terhadap Demam Tifoid
Authors: Sharacel Dhea , Setyawan Febri Endra Budi , Pratama Proboyudha , Fauziah Ika Fibrin 
Published: May 2024

Latar Belakang : Demam tifoid adalah penyakit demam akut yang disebabkan oleh Salmonella enterica serovar Typhi (Typhi). Manusia adalah satu-satunya inang dan reservoir untuk Typhi, dan penularan terjadi melalui konsumsi makanan atau air yang terkontaminasi tinja. Secara global, ada sekitar 12 juta kasus dan 128.000 kematian setiap tahun, dengan hampir semua beban terkonsentrasi di negara berpenghasilan rendah dan menengah. Di Indonesia, sebuah penelitian yang dilakukan di daerah kumuh Jakarta memperkirakan angka kejadian tifus sebesar 148,7 per 100.000 orang-tahun pada kelompok usia 2–4 ​​tahun, 180,3 pada kelompok usia 5–15 tahun dan 51,2 pada kelompok usia di atas 16 tahun. tahun, dengan usia rata-rata onset 10,2 tahun.
Metode : Pencarian dilakukan melalui PubMed, Cochrane, Web of Science, dan Google Scholar menggunakan kata kunci seperti gambaran faktor hygiene terhadap demam tifoid. 30 jurnal yang diterbitkan setidaknya 5 tahun yang lalu diperoleh. Kriteria jurnal nasional terakreditasi dan jurnal internasional terakreditasi Scopus maupun non Scopus.
Hasil : Berdasarkan 30 Jurnal yang dianalisis oleh penulis dapat disimpulkan bahwa terdapat 4 gambaran faktor hygiene terhadap demam tifoid meliputi air bersih sebanyak 22 jurnal, pola hidup bersih sebanyak 18 jurnal, makanan sebanyak 14 jurnal, dan sanitasi sebanyak 17 jurnal
Kesimpulan : Dari literature riview artikel yang didapatkan, terdapat 4 gambaran faktor hygiene terhadap demam tifoid. Insiden tersebut meliputi air bersih, pola hidup bersih, makanan, dan sanitasi.
Keyword : “Tifoid”, “Hygiene terhadap tifoid”, ‘’the effect of cleanliness on typhoid”, ‘’Prevention of Typhoid’’, ‘’Risk Factors for Typhoid’’.
Kesiapsiagaan Pedagang Kaki Lima Malioboro dalam Menghadapi Pandemi COVID-19
Authors: Shevani Alya Yudhistisa , Jamil Nur Aisyah 
Published: May 2024

Latar Belakang: Malioboro merupakan pusat ekonomi dan pariwisata di Yogyakarta yang banyak dikunjungi wisatawan. Kesiapsiagaan pedagang kaki lima Malioboro diperlukan dalam menghadapi pandemi COVID-19. Tujuan : Mengetahui bagaimana kesiapsiagaan pedagang kaki lima malioboro dalam menghadapi pandemi COVID-19. Metode: Penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus yang melibatkan 8 informan yang dipilih dengan purposive sampling dan variasi maksimal. Informan merupakan pedagang kaki lima, pengelola pasar, dan pengunjung Malioboro. Wawancara mendalam dan observasi dilakukan dalam rentang Maret-April 2021. Data yang didapatkan dibuat transkrip verbatim dan dianalisis dengan open code. Hasil: Berdasarkan informasi yang diperoleh dari informan, kesiapsiagaan pedagang kaki lima dalam menghadapi COVID-19 meliputi upaya untuk melindungi diri yaitu memakai masker, mencuci tangan, menjaga jarak, menjaga kekebalan tubuh dan vaksinasi serta upaya untuk melindungi pembeli yaitu menyediakan hand sanitizer. Terdapat beberapa pedagang yang tidak tertib memakai masker dan menjaga jarak fisik terutama saat kondisi ramai. Pengetahuan tentang bahaya COVID-19 dan pencegahannya, persepsi bahaya, sikap yang mendukung, stressor atas penurunan pendapatan, dukungan sarana prasarana, adanya kebijakan dan pengawasaan menjadi pendukung kesiapsiagaan pedagang. Akan tetapi, beredarnya hoax menghambat kesiapsiagaan pedagang. Simpulan: Kesiapsiagaan dalam menghadapi COVID-19 ditunjukkan oleh sebagian pedagang walaupun belum optimal. Diperlukan upaya edukasi, memberantas hoax, penegakan disiplin dan pelibatan masyarakat secara konsisten dalam rangka menghadapi COVID-19.