bluuebunny/crossref_metadata_2025_split huggingface dataset:
Lab coats versus business suits
Authors: Thatchenkery Sruthi , Koizumi Naoru 
Published: October 2010

PurposeThis paper seeks to examine whether the primary factors motivating the career plans of high‐achieving Indian adolescents vary between academic specializations. Particular attention is to be paid to differences between science and business students.Design/methodology/approachThe study surveyed approximately 2,700 secondary school students in South India regarding their academic and career plans and their perceptions of business compared with science. Survey results were analyzed using both descriptive techniques and multinomial logistic regression.FindingsStudents perceive business to be comparable with, but not superior to, science and engineering. The proportion of students choosing business over science increased among males and in some more economically developed cities. Engineering students were most likely to cite parents as a major influence, while business students more often pointed to salary and career prospects.Research limitations/implicationsThe study's scope was limited to South India. Greater geographic coverage could broaden the generalizability of the results.Practical implicationsThe increasing desirability of formal business education can give rise to a stronger entrepreneurial base and greater business development in India. Furthermore, improved management skills in the Indian workforce can attract higher value‐added offshore work from multinational corporations.Originality/valueThe existing literature contains little empirical research directly comparing business students with their peers in science and engineering, with no such study previously conducted in India. The results shed light on what attracts students to each track and can inform policy aimed at encouraging further enrollment in specific fields.
Impact of career plateau and supervisory support on career satisfaction
Authors: Wickramasinghe Vathsala , Jayaweera Mayura 
Published: October 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine the effect of career plateau (hierarchical plateau and job content plateau) and supervisory career support on career satisfaction.Design/methodology/approachA random sample of 119 IT professionals employed full‐time in offshore outsourced IT firms in Sri Lanka responded. Multiple regression was used for the data analysis.FindingsSupervisory career support significantly predicts career satisfaction. However, hierarchical plateau and job content plateau do not significantly predict career satisfaction.Originality/valueAlthough IT employees attached to the offshore IT firms may be identified as a unique population worthy of empirical investigation, details on how they actually manage their careers remain obscure. The findings of the study provide interesting implications for individuals' career satisfaction and will be a source of general guidance in stimulating future research in this area.
Flexible work: ambitious parents' recipe for career success in The Netherlands
Authors: Dikkers Josje , van Engen Marloes , Vinkenburg Claartje 
Published: October 2010

PurposeThis study sets out to examine how gender and ambition are related to work hours and the utilization of other flexible work‐home arrangements, and how this use is – in turn – associated with career‐related outcomes (i.e. job level, and career satisfaction).Design/methodology/approachIn total, 212 Dutch working parents from different organizations participated in a questionnaire survey. Underpinned by an inter‐disciplinary theoretical framework, hypotheses were developed on the associations of gender, ambition, work‐home arrangements and career‐related outcomes.FindingsIt was found that ambitious parents made more use of flexible work‐home arrangements and worked more hours per week than less ambitious parents. This relationship was especially strong for mothers. Furthermore, parents' work hours and utilization of flexible arrangements were positively related to their job level and career satisfaction. Finally, the association of ambition with career‐related outcomes was mediated by work hours.Practical implicationsEmployers should support their working parents in using flexible work‐home arrangements, thereby simultaneously assisting them in balancing work with care‐giving responsibilities, preventing them from losing their ambition, and promoting their career success.Originality/valueThe study made a pioneering effort to conceptualise and operationalise career‐related ambition. By showing that utilization of flexible work‐home arrangements is positively related to career success, the study also adds to the business case for these arrangements. Moreover, the study challenges the popular assumption that Dutch women's ambition vanishes into thin air once they become mothers.
Conflict and abusive workplace behaviors
Authors: Kisamore Jennifer L. , Jawahar I.M. , Liguori Eric W. , Mharapara Tagonei L. , Stone Thomas H. 
Published: October 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this study is to investigate the moderating effects of social competencies, specifically, political skill, self‐monitoring and emotional intelligence, on the workplace conflict‐abusive behavior relationship.Design/methodology/approachThe study utilized data collected from graduate and undergraduate students majoring in psychology, management, human relations and social work who were recruited from two mid‐sized mid‐western universities. Hierarchical multiple regression analysis was used to test the study hypotheses.FindingsResults indicated that interpersonal conflict in the workplace is associated with employee engagement in counterproductive work behaviors. Results also suggested that social competencies interacted with interpersonal conflict to predict the likelihood of abusing others at work. Politically skilled workers and high self‐monitors were more likely to engage in abusive behaviors when experiencing high levels of interpersonal workplace conflict.Originality/valueThe study is the first to show that certain social competencies may actually have negative ramifications in the workplace. Specifically, individuals who are politically skilled and/or high self‐monitors are more likely to abuse others when they themselves experience interpersonal conflict.
Generational differences in China: career implications
Authors: Yi Xiang , Ribbens Barbara , Morgan Caryn N. 
Published: October 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to examine generational differences in attitudes toward careers in China. Generational differences are quite apparent in Chinese society. People who were born in the 1960s experienced the Cultural Revolution in their childhood. Those born in the 1970s witnessed the dramatic and profound social changes after China's open‐door policy was enforced. The generation born in the 1980s is believed to be the spoiled generation that highly values materialism and self‐realization, due to being the only child in the family as a result of the “One Child” policy.Design/methodology/approachThe authors surveyed Chinese people between 20 and 50 years old about their career attitudes to explore six hypotheses based on predicted patterns of generational change.FindingsThe paper found more differences in desired attributes of their manager than in their perception of themselves. Some career attitudes and abilities vary across the three generations but, given the historical and common assumptions of generational change, extensive differences were not found.Research limitations/implications:The authors' sample of 277 can only provide general insights into Chinese attitudes, given the size and diversity of the Chinese population. The study hopes to spur further research into generational differences in China and elsewhere.Practical implicationsThe paper provides insight into how the generational groups in China currently in the workforce think about their careers. Generational clashes in the workplace are also discussed.Originality/valueNo previous projects directly use the studies method or concepts in China. It builds on past work examining work values and career attitudes in China to contribute insights into generational differences within China.
Counter‐terrorist finance in the UK
Authors: Sproat Peter A. 
Published: October 2010

PurposeFew articles have been published on counter‐terrorist finance (CTF) policies in the UK and fewer still have attempted to evaluate their effectiveness. This paper seeks to examine both quantitative and qualitative aspects of the UK's CTF policies from open‐source materials and in doing so considers the credibility of many of the claims by those who have attempted to evaluate their effectiveness in light of the data gathered.Design/methodology/approachThe paper presents an analysis of the UK's CTF regime.FindingsThere have been just over 100 convictions under terrorism legislation offence in Great Britain alone since 11 September 2001 resulting in at least ten individuals being convicted of a CTF offence. In terms of assets frozen or seized, Robinson appears to have a point when he argued that: “when you look closely at those frozen assets, you discover that most of them have been unfrozen”, given the tens of millions of pounds returned to the Afghan Government.Originality/valueThis paper will be of interest to academics, politicians, practitioners interested in the use of CTF policies.
Neglect of Duty and Breach of Trust
Authors: Williams Terrence F. 
Published: October 2010

PurposeThe paper seeks to contend that first, the current law treating Neglect of Duty and Breach of Trust as a single offence is incorrect; and second, that the offences can be an important tool in battling public corruption.Design/methodology/approachThe paper traces the historical development of the offences throughout the Commonwealth.FindingsThe single‐offence approach lacks historical antecedents and has not been uniformly adopted.Originality/valueThe paper could engender debate, and correction, of the single offence approach as well as encourage greater use of the offences in prosecuting egregious conduct that would not otherwise be criminal.
The impact of Schedule 7 of the Counter‐Terrorism Act 2008 on banks and their customers
Authors: Goldby Miriam 
Published: October 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to discuss the potential impact of measures taken in accordance with powers introduced by Schedule 7 of the Counter‐Terrorism Act 2008 on banks and their customers.Design/methodology/approachThe paper analyses the legal provisions setting out these powers and comments on their scope; discusses the guidance issued with respect to these provisions by the Joint Money Laundering Steering Group, as well as other commentary on these provisions; examines the remedies available to those affected by the measures taken in exercise of the Schedule 7 powers; and comments on the use made of these powers to date and the relevant outcomes.FindingsThe paper concludes that while the Schedule 7 powers are useful in permitting a targeted response to money laundering and terrorism financing, they can be needlessly damaging to business unless used in a proportionate and risk‐sensitive manner.Originality/valueThe paper analyses critically the first judicial review decision made in respect of the exercise of Schedule 7 powers.
Accounting and corruption: a cross‐country analysis
Authors: Malagueño Ricardo , Albrecht Chad , Ainge Christopher , Stephens Nate 
Published: October 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to better understand the relationship between accounting and auditing quality and the perceived level of corruption.Design/methodology/approachThis relationship is studied by performing a cross‐country analysis using public data to measure accounting quality, audit quality, and corruption.FindingsConsistent with the authors' predictions, the paper finds evidence that accounting and auditing quality are significantly related to the level of perceived corruption in a country.Research limitations/implicationsThese findings suggest that countries with more transparent reporting have lower levels of perceived corruption and that the level of perceived corruption may be reduced in a country by improving accounting and auditing quality.Practical implicationsThe findings suggest that countries can reduce the level of perceived corruption by improving the transparency of financial reporting by improving accounting and auditing standards.Originality/valueWhile significant amounts of research has examined perceived corruption, this study is the first to address the impact of high‐quality accounting information on the level of perceived corruption.
Carrying out a risk‐based approach to AML in China: partial or full implementation?
Authors: Ai Lishan , Broome John , Yan Hao 
Published: October 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explain the rule‐based and risk‐based anti‐money‐laundering (AML) approach, to demonstrate the implementation problems in carrying out a risk‐based approach (RBA) to AML and finally propose in what way the RBA should be conducted in China.Design/methodology/approachThis paper analyzes the practice of money‐laundering risk management in Chinese AML programs, compares the rule‐based AML approach and the risk‐based AML approach, and discusses the practical condition of carrying out the risk‐based AML approach in China.FindingsAlthough China has made significant progress on combating money laundering, the practice of money‐laundering risk management in Chinese AML programs is still weak, and the pre‐conditions for fully implementing the RBA in China are yet to be met.Originality/valueThis paper highlights the practical issues preventing Chinese authorities from fully implementing a risk‐based AML approach, and proposes a “rule‐based but risk‐oriented” AML approach (a partial RBA) in the context of Chinese realities.
Wives, girlfriends and money laundering
Authors: Soudijn Melvin R.J. 
Published: October 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to analyse the complicity of wives/girlfriends of a criminal if she benefits from the proceeds of the criminal's illicit activities.Design/methodology/approachThe paper presents analysis of 62 investigations into organised crime through interviews.FindingsAlthough spouses/wives benefit from the criminal proceeds of their husbands, they are hardly ever prosecuted on this basis alone. Only if they are actively involved in money laundering, are they more likely to be prosecuted.Research limitations/implicationsAnalyzing police data has certain drawbacks. Socio‐economic data are often non‐existent.Practical implicationsRelatively, few of the wives/girlfriends were tried in connection with these crimes. This paper indicates several possible reasons for this.Originality/valueThis paper points out a logical consequence of the legal interpretation of money laundering.
Facilitating innovation in construction
Authors: Aouad Ghassan , Ozorhon Beliz , Abbott Carl 
Published: October 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to provide an insight for future innovation research activities and for the role of universities in working with industry to promote innovation.Design/methodology/approachThe paper provides an overview and synthesis of the literature on innovation and the role of universities. This is supported by interviews, case studies, and surveys within academic and industrial communities.FindingsThe paper identifies that innovation, whether at an international, national, regional, firm or project level of analysis, continues to be at the forefront of the mind of policy makers and practitioners alike. Nevertheless, our understanding of innovation is far from complete. More research is required to study innovation at these different levels of resolution and at different points in the project life cycle. In order for the research base to play its part in promoting construction innovation, an engagement mechanism is required that brings together academia and industry in a way that recognises and responds to these multiple perspectives on innovation.Originality/valueThe paper creates value by synthesising literature on construction innovation and highlights areas for further research. Based on this, a model for effective industry/university engagement is proposed.
A programme of testing to evaluate a passive approach to whole‐house ventilation
Authors: McEvoy Mike , Southall Ryan 
Published: October 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to describe a programme of research into an innovative approach to whole‐house ventilation with heat reclaim. In order to save energy, houses are now required to be constructed to a high level of air tightness. This poses potential problems of indoor air quality, condensation and mould growth, with implications for human health. Adequate and controlled ventilation is a necessity, and in Europe the adoption of mechanical systems incorporating heat reclaim has become the preferred technology. The relatively mild climate of the UK undermines the efficiency of these fan‐driven solutions. The programme of research has been to test the viability of an engineered system of natural ventilation for use in temperate regions.Design/methodology/approachThe system works by the combination of “supply air” windows and passive stacks. The windows have an air path for incoming ventilation that passes between panes of glass, the pressure drop across the windows to induce the air flow through them is provided by the passive stacks in kitchens and bathrooms. Passive stacks are an alternative to the use of extract fans; they have been included in the building regulations since their efficacy was proven by research carried out at the Building Research Establishment in the 1980s. “Supply air” windows are manufactured in Finland, and have also been researched in Canada. The research described in this paper is the first to combine “supply air” windows and passive stacks to form a system that is completely natural and operates without the use of electricity. It has been carried out over the course of a number of projects. Beginning with laboratory studies that established the design dimensions for the windows, followed by test cell measurements, and then installation in real buildings monitored, both empty and occupied. Each stage was validated in relation to simulation models.FindingsIt was demonstrated that window U‐values of down to 0.6 W/m2/°C can be achieved. It has been demonstrated in real building applications that a reduction in overall household heating consumption of 20 per cent is attained in dwellings where the system has been installed. User approval, which was the focus of the later projects carried out in Norwich, has also been high.Originality/valueThe windows have no special installation requirements and passive stacks are a catalogue component. The windows are designed as two separate sashes that are locked together by catches that can be undone to clean the space between the panes. The system is an alternative to mechanical ventilation heat reclaim systems, it is a simple low maintenance, low‐cost method that offers good indoor air quality as well as energy advantages, which has been shown to be particularly suited to the typical winter climate conditions in the UK.
Understanding construction competitiveness: the contribution of system dynamics
Authors: Dangerfield Brian , Green Stuart , Austin Simon 
Published: October 2010

PurposeConstruction sector competitiveness has been a subject of interest for many years. Research too often focuses on the means of overcoming the “barriers to change” as if such barriers were static entities. There has been little attempt to understand the dynamic inter‐relationship between the differing factors which impinge upon construction sector competitiveness. The purpose of this paper is to outline the benefits of taking a systems approach to construction competitiveness research.Design/methodology/approachThe system dynamics (SD) modelling methodology is described. This can provide practitioners with “microworlds” within which they can explore the dynamic effects of different policy decisions. The data underpinning the use of SD was provided by interviews and case study research which allowed an understanding of the context within which practitioners operate.FindingsThe over‐riding conclusion is that the SD methodology has been shown to be capable of providing a means to assess the forces which shape the sustained competitiveness of construction firms. As such, it takes the assessment of strategic policy analysis in the construction sector onto a higher plane. The need to collect data and make retrospective assessments of competitiveness and strategic performance at the statistical level is not now the only modus operandi available.Originality/valueThe paper describes a novel research methodology which points towards an alternative research agenda for construction competitiveness research.
Reducing earthquake risk to non‐engineered buildings in Indonesia
Authors: Winarno Setya , Griffith Alan , Stephenson Paul 
Published: October 2010

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to investigate the potential for reducing earthquake risk to non‐engineered buildings. “Non‐engineered” buildings are, in simple terms, arbitrarily designed and inadequately built structures. Such buildings are indigenous and widespread within Indonesia, and are particularly susceptible to damage and destruction from earthquake events. A range of technical and social elements are significant to reducing earthquake risk to this building type and need to be appreciated within the context of current regulatory, design, and construction practices in Indonesia. A greater awareness for, and better understanding of, both the technical and human elements which impact on the planning, design, and construction of non‐engineered buildings will enable more effective earthquake risk reduction measures to be implemented within building practices throughout Indonesia.Design/methodology/approachResearch used a triangulated approach collating qualitative and quantitative data acquired by multiple collection methods of a questionnaire survey, structured and semi‐structured interviews, case studies, and professional practice and local‐community workshops. Quantitative data were collated and analyzed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences to provide inferential ranking and correlation of responses. Qualitative data were processed using NVivo software to code prominent patterns in the views and opinions of the respondents.FindingsThe findings highlight the following: the reasons why earthquake‐related building codes are not applied more readily to non‐engineered buildings; elements of practice where problems occur and where change could improve the use of building codes in their application to non‐engineered buildings; actions for change to improve planning regulation, design, and construction of non‐engineered buildings; and practical and effective methods of disseminating the research to industry, academic, and community stakeholders.Originality/valueThe application of the research findings is unquestionably significant and valuable to Indonesia as any measures which can reduce earthquake risk have: the potential to improve the quality and sustainability of buildings; the ability to enhance the protection of property; and the real capability to save lives. Moreover, knowledge and capabilities developed there are highly relevant to earthquake‐vulnerable zones within the wider Asia‐Pacific region.