International Journal of Academic Reserach in Economics and Management Sciences

Critical Success Factors for Sustainable Marketing: A Strategical Framework Using Key Performance Indicators in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Businesses in Oman

2024-02-09T04:18:03-07:00

Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have limited employees, resources, and assets below a certain threshold. Many Oman’s SMEs exited and disconnected their business in 2020 due to the absence of marketing planning and strategy and their inability to formulate strategic marketing plans due to the lack of financial liquidity from investors. This paper aims to develop a framework for marketing strategic planning for Omani SMEs by identifying the current marketing strategies, examining critical success factors (CSFs) affecting marketing strategies, and proposing the framework for marketing strategic planning for Oman’s SMEs in the sales sector. Using the quantitative method, this study adopts a questionnaire survey on 364 Omani-owned SMEs in the sales sector. The paper's findings reflect that current marketing strategies are marketing mix strategy, social media marketing strategies, and online digital marketing; the problems in implementing marketing strategies are lack of marketing activities (marketing mix), branding, market fluctuation, and financial obstacles. The framework for marketing strategic planning for Oman’s SMEs in the sales sector is expected to consist of pharmaceutical and medical products, foodstuffs, cosmetic and aromatic products, multi-goods warehouses, building materials, restaurants, and sales activities. The research provides for the effective outcomes of the SME sales business in Oman, owing to the success of KPIs and CSFs. These are the leading contributors to implementing the SMEs business in Oman.

The Concept of Integration According to The Islamic Perspective

2024-02-10T00:04:18-07:00

Integration is the process of assimilating into various cultural and social norms acceptable to all ethnic groups. In the context of Malaysia, integration refers to the process of unifying ethnic groups that are geographically and culturally scattered into a single national identity. The Muslim and non-Muslim communities are both seen as being integrated with Islam. Islam teaches its adherents to establish positive relationships based on acceptance, deference, and cooperation, as mentioned in surah al-Hujurat verse 13. Integration will only be successful is if all communities band together and make clear pledges. The Islamic position on integration will be discussed in this article in light of the Quran, the Prophet's hadith, and Islamic scholars. The fundamentals of unification, the significance of integration, the results of ignoring integration, and the ways to integrate the ummah are also covered. This study used a content analysis design to examine documents referencing the Quran, hadith, journals, books, and
proceedings related to integration from an Islamic perspective. The purpose of this study's conclusions is to advance knowledge and understanding of the idea of integration, its importance, and the consequences of ignoring it for society at large and the Muslim community in particular.

Factors Influencing Subjective Economic Well-Being

2024-02-11T22:33:30-07:00

The number of publications published in mainstream economics journals that study subjective well-being (SWB) and its determinants reflects a growing interest in the "economics of happiness." Subjective Economic Well-being (SWB) refers to an individual's perception or evaluation of their economic situation or financial standing. A wide range of factors, including income, health, social relationships, and personal values, can influence subjective well-being. In reality, the pandemic Covid -19 has triggered alarming issues and challenges mainly related to happiness and Well-being. These circumstances, in turn, impact economic well-being, as health and economic well-being issues are critical in a post pandemics period for recovery and sustainability. Hence, this paper gives an overview of the scientific literature on factors associated with subjective economic well-being. The literature review outlines the significant factors influencing subjective economic well-being, including Income, Expenditure, Savings, Property Ownership, Economic Behaviour, and Technology Usage. Understanding the contribution of subjective economic well-being can provide valuable insights into individuals' perceptions of their economic situation. It can help
policymakers formulate strategies to improve society's economic outcomes and well-being.

The Effect of Digital Applications on Custormer Satisfaction in Malaysian Passanger Airline Industry: Post- Pandemic Era

2024-02-09T05:27:03-07:00

In recent times, digitalisation has become increasingly utilised by companies globally to shape their businesses and to effectively increase sustainable customer loyalty, create distinctiveness, as well as provide competitive advantage. The airline sector is actively involved in sustainable digital innovation due largely to its cost structure, competition intensity and desire to improve customers experience and organisational performance. This paper therefore seeks to investigate the impact of digital marketing applications and strategies adopted by both local and international airline operators in Malaysia. The study specifically focused on determining the relationship between the independent variables of digitalization strategies construct (pre-arrival digital tools usage, boarding digital tools usage and arrival digital usage ) and the dependent variable ( customer satisfaction).As result, the study adopt quantitative methodology whereby primary data will be collected through an online questionnaire survey to be administered to conveniently selected sample respondents in Klang Valley area, Malaysia. The survey data will seek to analyse sustainable digital application best practices in the industry in Malaysia in the context of the effect of digital marketing on customers relation management post -COVID 19. By using SPSS Version 23 data analysis tool, descriptive and correlation analysis were performed to determine the degree of association among the tested variables. The findings of the study will have implications on customers expectations and demand from airline companies as well as assist airline sector practitioners improve on effective adoption and utilization of digital technology to drive change and improve performance in the turbulent aviation business environment.

Factors Influencing Financial Literacy: Evidence From Economics And Financial Undergraduate Students

2024-02-10T07:48:45-07:00

Financial literacy can have a significant influence on individuals’ lives. Faced with the challenge of adapting to the new norms post-pandemic, there are numerous aspects that need to be prioritised in daily life, particularly in terms of finances. The significance of financial literacy is well recognised, as insufficient financial literacy among young adults, particularly students, can result in financial hardships. According to the literature, inadequate financial management practices are indicative of young individuals falling into the cycle of financial difficulties. Therefore, this study aims to identify the extent to which financial knowledge and financial behaviour influence the level of financial literacy among undergraduate students in the Department of Economics and Financial Studies. The research methodology in the present study employs a quantitative approach by administering a survey to undergraduate students. The data was subsequently analysed using SPSS version 29 for descriptive and regression analysis. This study’s findings indicate that financial knowledge is the most influential factor in the level of financial literacy among undergraduate students. It is recommended for future researchers or studies to incorporate additional variables that can exert a more substantial influence on financial literacy.

Exploring The Factors Relating to The Design and Development of Smart Lights in China

2024-02-13T07:01:02-07:00

This study comprehensively explores various factors pertaining to the development and design of smart lights in China, encompassing economic value, future iterations, innovative features, competitive analysis, sustainability, manufacturing processes, ideology, efficiency, sustainability literacy, production components, and budget considerations. Employing a qualitative research design with random sampling, the study targets producers and designers of Smart Bulbs in China, specifically those actively marketing and advertising their smart bulbs in 2022. Data collection involved interviews, and thematic analysis was utilized for data analysis, identifying eight key themes that informed thematic and framework-based analysis. The study's results highlight the significance of effectiveness and sustainability in smart bulb production, necessitating advanced tools and approaches. Competitive analysis emerged as a common practice among analysts and designers to assess differentiating features and unique selling points. Notably, these bulbs are environmentally friendly as they are mercuryfree. Quality, along with factors such as material and labor costs and additional expenses, impacts production. The study holds theoretical and practical significance by contributing to the existing literature on the examined variables, particularly benefiting Chinese smart bulb producers and designers. It underscores the importance of social sustainability in adopting smart lighting solutions and calls for addressing consumer concerns about durability, performance, and reliability. Furthermore, it advocates for integrating sustainable consumer behavior into the context of smart lighting. It's important to note that the study does not encompass all potential factors impacting customer behavior and intentions to purchase smart lighting solutions, leaving room for future research to explore areas like price effects, the utility of LED products, and design elements through longitudinal studies.

The Impact of Diversity-In-Board on Investment Efficiency Across the Stages of the Firm Life Cycle in The MENA Region

2024-02-09T03:25:57-07:00

This study investigates the dynamic impact of diversity-in-board on investment efficiency across different stages of the firm life cycle using the framework of firm life cycle theory as a guide. It explores the relationship between the diversity-in-board index measured by (board nationality, women representation, and board education level) and investment efficiency at different stages in the firm life cycle as measured by free cash flow. The analysis encompasses 332 non-financial firms listed in the Dow Jones MENA Index from 2010 to 2021, yielding 285, 795, 2241, 513, 150 firm-year observations in the introduction, growth, mature, shake-out, and decline stages, respectively. Data was gathered from the S&P Capital IQ database and analysed using STATA software, employing panel data techniques. The findings reveal the diversity-in-board index exhibits varying effects, being insignificant during the introduction stage, positive during growth and decline stages, and negative during mature and shake-out
stages on investment efficiency in the companies within the MENA region. These results endorse firm life cycle theory, emphasizing the dynamic role of diversity-in-board in investment efficiency. This research offers valuable insights for economists and policymakers, advancing our comprehension of how board attributes (board nationality, women representation, and board education level) impact a firm's investment efficiency in a dynamic context.

Research on the Corporate Governance Structure of Private Universities in Sichuan Province, China

2024-02-09T23:41:09-07:00

The issue of university governance structure is a complex matter that encompasses education, politics, economics, management, and law. Numerous studies have emphasized that regardless of a university's nature; it should be managed by a legal entity and be considered a legal person organization. The governance structure of universities has been a topic of interest for scholars in Western higher education research. In China, there has been a recent emergence of studies on the governance structure of Chinese universities, which have analyzed the structure from various angles, including theoretical basis, external governance structure, and internal power allocation. Some studies have attempted to create a general Chinese university governance structure model. Therefore, this article aims to provide a new interpretation of the corporate governance structure for private universities from a legal perspective.

The Impact of Smartphones and Fixed Phones on Financial Development: A Case Study on Jordan During the Period 2008-2021

2024-02-10T08:50:39-07:00

This study aims to analyze the impact of smartphones and fixed phones on the financial development of Jordan, and the independent variables (smartphones and fixed phones). The current study relied on data provided by the Department of Statistics. Indicators of financial development were sourced from the CBJ data. Statistical analysis was performed using electronic opinion software. Results showed a statistically significant positive relationship between individuals’ smartphones and fixed phones and the financial development index (i.e., ratio of money supply to GDP). Moreover, there was a statistically significant positive relationship between smartphones and the financial development index (i.e., deposits to GDP), but fixed phones have no effect on the financial development index (i.e., deposits to GDP). Individuals owning smartphones have a strong positive impact on financial development. The reasons include the high-tech nature of mobile phones and their general wide use in financial applications and financial technologies One of the key recommendations of the study is that financial and economic authorities should collaborate with the Ministry of Digital Economy to enhance the use of smartphones in the banking system, improve digital infrastructure, and provide comprehensive coverage for smartphones and the Internet.

Development of Agro-Associations in Jordan: Significant Factors, Constraints and Recommendations

2024-02-09T05:16:26-07:00

Nowadays, there are diverse cooperatives in Jordan, including agricultural sphere. Nevertheless, there is not yet a fully developed cooperative sector in the Jordanian agroindustrial production system. The importance of the research lies in the fact that it brings up to date knowledge concerning agricultural cooperatives in Jordan. The purpose of this article is to study such a problem as stimulating and constraining factors of development of cooperation in agricultural sphere. The tasks of the study are to reveal the essence of the concepts of “cooperation” and “integration”; identify factors that stimulate or constraint the development of cooperation and integration in agriculture; study the current state of cooperation and integration in agriculture in Jordan, to identify problems hindering its development; develop priority measures to support agricultural cooperatives in Jordan. The methodology of the research includes comparative and factor analysis. Having conducted factor analysis, we may conclude that Jordanian cooperative and integration relations in agricultural sphere are mainly characterized by the restraining development factors. The shortage of investments, the lack of financial resources, insufficient infrastructure and the lack of cooperation constraints the agro-sector’s ability to benefit from economy of scale. Further research proposal is wider development of supportive measures for agricultural cooperatives in Jordan.

Sharia Supervision and its Role in Developing Libyan Islamic Banking

2024-02-10T07:33:20-07:00

This paper addressed the issue of Sharia supervision in Islamic banks, as it indicated that the Islamic society adopted a banking system borrowed from the West, which made banks usurious places. The paper presented the role of Sharia Supervision as a control body within the bank to ensure compliance with the provisions of Islamic Sharia in all financial transactions. The most important questions addressed in the paper included the concept of Sharia supervision and its role in Islamic banks, the mechanisms for exercising Sharia supervision in Islamic banks in Libya, the role and importance of Islamic banks. The paper adopted a descriptive, inductive approach to extrapolate studies related to the Sharia supervision of Islamic banks and derive a correct understanding of reality. It concluded with a set of results, the most important of which is that Islamic banks play an essential role in promoting economic and social development in Libya by providing Sharia-compliant financial services. Sharia supervision must remain sustainable and effective to ensure the sustainability of this positive impact and the development of Islamic banking. The paper recommended several points, the most important of which are: The role of Islamic banks in achieving economic and social development in Libya requires focusing on strengthening and deepening Sharia supervision, and developing strategies to confront economic challenges and crises. These measures will contribute to achieving development in Libyan society. In general, the paper highlights the importance of Sharia supervision in achieving compliance with the provisions of Islamic Sharia in Islamic banks and developing this sector in Libya.

The Relationship Between Organizational Culture and Turnover Intention: A Literature Review Study

2024-02-13T06:50:56-07:00

In the post-pandemic era, companies face unprecedented challenges, especially in employee retention. Employees are the company's core assets; therefore, their self-belongingness and loyalty are crucial for the company’s performance and survival. Employee turnover will not only lead to talent loss but also increase the cost of recruiting and training new employees while negatively impacting team morale and productivity. In this context, Organizational culture becomes a critical factor in shaping employee behaviour and attitudes, profoundly affecting employee retention and turnover intentions. This study explores the relationship between Organizational culture and employee turnover intention, as well as the mediating role of job satisfaction in this relationship. The study found that Organizational culture directly influences employee attitudes and behaviours. Positive Organizational culture enhances job satisfaction and reduces employees' intention to leave. Job satisfaction mediates the impact
of Organizational culture on turnover intention. Organizational culture has a profound influence on employee turnover intention. Therefore, by cultivating a positive Organizational culture and effectively enhancing employees' level of job satisfaction, organizations can effectively reduce employee attrition rates and gain a competitive advantage in this highly competitive post-pandemic era.

Fostering Affective Growth: Human Interaction in Online Higher Education

2024-02-09T23:31:29-07:00

This study delves into the realm of human interaction within online education, assessing its impact on the affective growth among higher education students. Through a mixed-methods survey involving 23 participations representing 13 nations, various modes of interaction in an online course were compared for their influence on affective development. The course was structured around real-time lectures, supplemented by cohort meetings, text messages, email correspondence, and other communication channels. Results of the study demonstrated that weekly cohort meetings emerged as the highest-rated interaction for fostering affective growth. The qualitative section of the survey corroborated these findings, underscoring the pivotal role of cohort meetings in enhancing student engagement and motivation. These outcomes shed light on the significance of regular, faculty-led, small group interactions in the realm of distance education, providing valuable insights for educators aiming to address the affective dimensions of student learning.

Social Entrepreneur Intention: A Review and Research Direction

2024-02-10T08:42:10-07:00

Social entrepreneurship is a burgeoning research area that has recently garnered significant attention. Consequently, the concept of social entrepreneurial intention (SEI) has emerged as a topic of considerable interest. This paper aims to explore the factors influencing the intention to become a social entrepreneur in Malaysia. While SEI is deemed a crucial precursor to launching a social enterprise, existing empirical research on SEI factors lacks a structured and quantitatively integrated approach. Furthermore, most studies have centered on commercial enterprises rather than social ones. The dearth of research on social entrepreneurial behaviors necessitates an exploration of the critical elements that drive such behaviors and actions. A comprehensive literature review has been employed to organize existing research and establish the study's research direction, which focuses on the intentions of social entrepreneurs. This study is expected to provide insights for both society and policymakers, thereby contributing to the advancement of social entrepreneurship in Malaysia.

Unlocking Potential: The Smart Investment in Education Management for Future Success in Bangladesh

2024-02-09T05:02:30-07:00

In the dynamic context of Bangladesh, where education serves as a cornerstone of societal progress, this article explores the imperative of strategic investment in education management. This investment holds the key to unlocking the nation's latent potential and propelling it towards a future marked by success and sustainable development. Bangladesh's education landscape has seen notable advancements, yet challenges like high dropout rates and outdated curricula persist. The essence of effective education management lies in addressing these challenges comprehensively. By modernizing curricula, prioritizing teacher training, integrating technology, refining assessment techniques, and embracing inclusive education, Bangladesh can lay the groundwork for a transformative educational experience. Investing in education management carries numerous benefits. Firstly, it acts as a catalyst for economic growth and innovation, as a skilled and educated workforce that attracts investments and fosters a culture of innovation. Secondly, it promotes social mobility by democratizing access to quality education, enabling individuals from diverse backgrounds to ascend the socio-economic ladder. Additionally, focusing on education management enhances global competitiveness by producing professionals capable of thriving in international markets. Moreover, this investment aligns with sustainable development goals, empowering individuals to contribute meaningfully to their communities. While the Bangladeshi government's commitment is palpable through policies like the National Education Policy, the collaboration of public and private sectors is crucial. Private investment can infuse resources into areas such as infrastructure development, technology integration, and teacher training, augmenting governmental initiatives. In conclusion, this article underscores the significance of investing wisely in education management to shape Bangladesh's future. By amalgamating curriculum innovation, teacher development, technology adoption, and inclusive education, Bangladesh can harness its potential and emerge as a beacon of success on the global stage. This collective effort, embracing education as a cornerstone, promises not only individual success but also the collective advancement of the nation.

Analyzing the Comparison and Integration of the Holistic Education Approach with Liberal, Specialized, and Quality Educational Modes

2024-02-10T06:41:31-07:00

In the current fast-changing educational environment, understanding and effectively integrating different modes of education is crucial for developing students with diverse abilities. This research investigates integrating liberal, specialized, and quality education to foster holistic student development, addressing a research gap in this field. Holistic education has gained widespread attention in academic and practical areas as the education field continues exploring talent development models. Based on holistic education, this study compares and analyses the three primary modes of general education, professional education, and quality education. It explores their core points, practical strategies, and effectiveness in fostering students' all-round development. By combining literature review and comparative analysis, the study aims to gain a deeper understanding of the characteristics and interactions of each educational model and how to synthesize these models to achieve the best results in education. The study reveals that although each model has distinctive features and strengths, integrating the three educational approaches can create a richer and more balanced learning environment for students. The paper also highlights the challenges and limitations in practical application and provides directions for future research. Overall, the study offers valuable theoretical references and strategic recommendations for educational practitioners to guide them in integrating and applying various educational modalities in real-life teaching and learning. The main contribution of the study is that it provides a new perspective to assess and combine the strengths of different educational models, offers practical strategic recommendations for educational practitioners and policymakers, enhances the understanding of the holistic concept of education, and provides theoretical and empirical support for achieving more effective educational practices.

Green Opportunity a Mediator of Green Motivation and Green Behaviour? An Empirical Ananlysis of Chinese Acdemics

2024-02-13T06:32:14-07:00

With the increase in destruction of the environment, some issues of environmental pollution become increasingly serious. Governments and non-governmental organizations around the world are working to develop laws and policies that would reduce the negative effects of pollution and destruction. Employees’green behaviour (GB) has been considered as one of the most important factors which directly affect environmental performance. As a result of employee and organizational behaviour, often called "green behaviour," employees and organizations can have some direct effects on the environment. In this study, the intent is to examine whether there is a correlation between sustainability motivation and green behaviour in order to attain sustainable living. To examine influence factors in the relationship between Green Motivation and Green behaviour, this theoretical framework integrates the Ability, Motivation, and Opportunity models (AMO) and The Theory of Planned Behaviours (TPB) to examine factors that are involved in the relationship between Green Motivation and Green behaviour. An idea that is based on the AMO model would also be to promote the idea of Green Opportunity (GO) as a mechanism of support towards GB which is the allover of organization support for GB. These conditions can influence employee' behaviour toward the organization's goals depending on the balance between job demands and job resources from the organization. Since environmental issues can be directly or indirectly caused by employees' daily behaviour, GO has been shown to be an effect of the organization's overall
environmental performance.Throughout the process, data will be collected using a questionnaire, and PLS-SEM, as well as coefficient correlation, will be used to examine and analyze all hypotheses developed. Consequently, the findings of this study are expected to contribute to the theoretical foundations of what motivates people in university settings to adopt green behaviours. In addition, they are expected to improve their environmental practices.

To Improve The Efficiency and Productivity of Engineering Department by Implementing Computerized Maintenance Management System

2024-02-09T22:55:50-07:00

This study focuses on the implementation of a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), commonly referred to as CMMS, to enhance efficiency and productivity within ECO Special Waste Management PTE LTD's engineering department. The manual work order management method has demonstrated its inefficiency, causing disruptions due to frequent breakdowns, extended downtime, inadequate asset and inventory management, absence of effective preventive and predictive maintenance programs, and recurrent miscommunication among ground-level workers, managers, and stakeholders. CMMS offers a swift and predictable resolution to these challenges, backed by data showcasing its significant efficacy in boosting engineering department productivity. Nevertheless, successful implementation requires more than just adoption – it necessitates proper training, techniques, and consistent follow-up to ensure optimal utilization of the automated system's capabilities. This research identifies and examines three key elements: work order management/analysis, downtime analysis, and daily job planning/scheduling, all integral to the successful integration of CMMS in the engineering department, ultimately resulting in heightened efficiency and productivity.

Cognitive Readiness of Military Personnel: Issues and Considerations for Malaysian Army

2024-02-10T08:25:46-07:00

How do military organizations prepare military personnel readiness to deal with the complex operational environment of modern warfare? The military organization realizes the challenges of modern warfare and needs an approach to ensuring military personnel at each level (strategic, operational, and tactical) are ready for modern warfare. The purpose of this article is to highlight the issue and consideration concept of cognitive readiness. The concept of cognitive readiness is related to the preparation of military personnel readiness with military knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform in a military operation. To address this issue and consideration, this article provides a literature review related to the concept of cognitive readiness and the rationale for the Malaysian Army. Moreover, the Malaysian Army (MA) should focus on the development of a conceptual framework of military personnel cognitive readiness that aligns with the operational context of the MA to defend Malaysian sovereignty.

The Impact of Remittance on Economic Growth and Unemployment in Nigeria, An Application Ardl Model

2024-02-13T07:38:50-07:00

Remittances play an increasingly important role in the economics of many nations, contributing to economic growth and the well-being of less fortunate individuals, so that This study investigates the impact of remittance on economic growth and unemployment in Nigeria. In this study, all the data was collected from World Bank. And the paper is the secondary data together with an annual data from 1991 to 2020 for Nigeria which were used in this analysis. According to the review of the relevant literature, several studies have been used in Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) to determine the connection between variables. In this study, we analysed the data using the same model. We adopted the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) model to determine the connection between the variables in this study. In this paper, we concluded that the unemployment of the explanatory variable has a negative and significant impact on economic growth at 1% significance in the long run. In comparison, the interaction effect of the remittance and unemployment has a positive and insignificant influence on economic growth at a 1% significance level in the long run. Also, there is insignificance and negative effect of Government expenditure on the economic growth in Nigeria. In contrast, the labor force has a negative and significant impact on dependent variables. The blue line in the stability test does not cross the boundary, indicating that the coefficient is stable at 5% based on the CUSUM test. We found that the interaction effect of remittance and unemployment has a positive and insignificant impact on economic growth at a 1% level of significance in the long run, which means that if the interaction of unemployment and remittance increases by 1 percent then economic growth will increase by 11% in the long run.

Do Migrant Remittances Decline Income Gap in the MENA Region?

2024-02-09T04:40:29-07:00

This paper investigates the impact of inward remittances on income inequality in thirteen Middle East and North Africa (MENA) economies, spanning from 1996 to 2020, employing the pooled mean group (PMG) technique. This article reveals that remittances from migrants to the MENA region contribute to increased income inequality, indicating that the households receiving these remittances are initially relatively well-off, and the funds significantly enhance their living standards in comparison to other families. Consequently, the paper suggests addressing challenges faced by low-income individuals aspiring to migrate, particularly in nations with high unemployment rates. These challenges encompass educational and skill deficits, information disparities, and financial limitations. Furthermore, the paper proposes implementing supplementary policies to counteract the adverse effects of remittances on income distribution, including directing resources towards initiatives that benefit the less affluent, particularly those focused on improving education, healthcare, and infrastructure. Lastly, it emphasizes the importance of prioritizing policies that foster political stability to create a business environment conducive to human and infrastructure investments.

Conceptual Paper: Analyzing Climate-Induced Financial Risks in the Langkawi Fishing Sector

2024-02-10T06:23:19-07:00

This proposed research addresses the pressing concern of climate change's impact on Langkawi's fishing industry. While the research is yet to be conducted, it offers a blueprint for comprehending the complex relationship between climate change and the financial health of this vital sector. Its central aim is to conduct a comprehensive examination of the financial risks that climate change poses, providing valuable insights for decision-making and strategic planning. The research design employs a structured approach encompassing quantitative analysis, time series assessments, scenario modelling, and spatial analyses, all tailored to
effectively address the research objectives. Anticipated outcomes include quantifying climate-induced financial risks, identifying influential climate variables, and proposing potential adaptation strategies for the industry. The findings, once realized, are poised to directly inform policy development, benefiting policymakers, industry stakeholders, and local communities. This knowledge will support the creation of adaptive strategies and policies that enhance the sector's resilience in the face of climate change. Recognizing potential limitations and challenges, including data availability and quality, the validity of assumptions, and the inherent uncertainty in modelling future climate scenarios, this research proposal will evolve into a comprehensive research endeavor. Its overarching goal is to empower informed decisions that mitigate risks and foster the sustainability of Langkawi's fishing sector in an era of climate change. The insights and recommendations emerging from this study offer the potential to positively impact Langkawi's community while contributing to broader discussions on environmental and economic sustainability.

Work Autonomy and Task Variety on Employee Innovative Behavior in Chinese Media Industry, Intrinsic Motivation as a Mediator

2024-02-11T22:49:13-07:00

Based on the job characteristic theory and component theory, this research proposed and tested a mediation model in which intrinsic motivation was mediated the effect of work autonomy and task variety on employee innovative behavior. The participants in the study were 255 employees of a media industry company in China. The results indicated that work autonomy and task variety were interactively associated with greater employee innovative behavior through the mediation mechanism of intrinsic motivation. In other words, employees who perceive greater work autonomy and task variety are more likely to be motivated by positive inner motivation to perform the frequency in innovative behavior. This research made a significance in the theoretical and practical implications for the media industry.

Review and Prospect of the Completion of Crossborder Mergers & Acquisitions

2024-02-09T05:58:45-07:00

This article reviews and comments on the literature related to the completion of overseas mergers and acquisitions (M&A). It first clarifies the consequences of failing to complete cross-border M&A transactions, then sorts out the factors affecting the completion of crossborder M&A transactions from four levels: country level, industry level, firm level and transaction level. Then, it finally puts forward the research outlook from three aspects: finding new influencing factors, exploring their influencing mechanisms and paying attention to the new changes in the international situation.

The Relationship Between Motivation Job Stress and Job Satisfaction among Local Male Teachers in Abu Dhabi

2024-02-10T07:55:08-07:00

The objective of this study is to identify the relationship between job motivation, job stress, and job satisfaction on male teachers in Abu Dhabi. A quantitative exploratory research design was utilized. A total of 208 male teachers were chosen as a sample through a simple random sampling technique. Data analysis using descriptive statistics and correlation analysis were used. The
findings of correlation analysis on the relationship between job motivation and job stress indicated that r =-0.375 where p < .000 and relationship between job motivation and job satisfaction showed r = 0.349 and significant at p <.000. The also revealed the relationship between job stress and job satisfaction with r = -0.475 and p significant at P <.000. It is worth noting that all the results indicate a significant relationship between all the variables. The significant relationship was found between job motivation and job stress. Also, the of job stress were significantly related with job satisfaction. The implications of the study indicate that it is
important for education officials to work on increasing the level of job motivation and decreasing the level of job stress, as it is capable of being a catalyst to increase the level of job satisfaction among teachers.

The Effect of Individual Entrepreneurial Orientation and the Fourth Industrial Revolution 4.0 On Women Business Venturing Survival in Nigeria

2024-02-13T07:28:56-07:00

The study on Women Business Ventures (WBV) has become necessary because of their contribution to socio-economic and technological development. However, WBV has not been successful as that of their male counterparts. Individual Entrepreneurial Orientation of the women could increase WBV survivability. Thus, this study suggests a new perspective for thinking about the survivability of WBV by laying emphasis on the direct effects of Individual Entrepreneurial Orientation and Fourth Industrial Revolution which aids WBV to attain efficiency in production levels at low costs of production. By exploiting recent global trends in which borders are not a challenge to markets. Therefore, the objective of this study is to assess women individual entrepreneurial orientation and fourth industrial revolution towards the survivability of WBV in Nigeria. An individual entrepreneurial orientation and practices are required from the women entrepreneurs and their employees. Individual Entrepreneurial Orientation influences survivability of WBV through the recognition, harnessing of innovativeness, proactiveness and aggressiveness. This includes applying creativity and developing innovation, which is a significant business development exercise.

Study on Factors Influencing Middle-Level Managers’ Involvement in Strategy Formulation in Zambia- A Case Study of Indo-Zambia Bank

2024-02-09T04:12:04-07:00

Strategic formulation process is one subject which has extensively been discussed and researched in academic literature. Scholars of management have repeatedly been called to explore the strategy work of individuals beyond the senior management team as part of the open strategy concept. Within this, involvement is a way to prompt the input, contributions and feedback of various stakeholders across the organisation establishment. Further, there has also been a lack of understanding of the broader process of strategizing, particularly that it is collective process. The purpose of this research is to investigate factors which influence the level of middle managers’ involvement in the strategy formulation of a single organisation (Indo Zambia Bank.). In doing so, it evaluates the impact on the organization of not taking on board key stakeholders, who are middle managers in the strategizing process. The study adopted an exploratory path and is qualitative nature. Data for analyses was collected through formal interviews with three (3) focus groups of the case organization. The focus groups are composed of experienced middle managers who have worked for the bank 10 years and above. Some of these are in charge of bank branches while the remaining are stationed at head office in various functional units. These stakeholders were selected based on their involvement in the strategy implementation process from within Indo Zambia Bank. A key informative interview was also conducted with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Indo Zambia Bank. The CEO is directly involved in the day to day running of the Bank business and is also one of the core stakeholders in strategy formulation process. The literature review revealed that middle managers are perceived differently by different management theories. However, their critical roles in the strategy formulation process are evident and cannot be ignored. All authors agree that this intermediate management group is stationed between top level and lower-level management which is very broad definition. There is a considerable overlap between elements of middle management roles, and the extent of the roles depends on the context of the organisation, time, and attitudes of middle managers. A review of the
literature also found that middle managers play critical roles in administration, leadership, decision-making, and communication, although most researched literature consider middle managers as mere strategy implementers. This research enables Scholars to articulate the process of participation in the strategy making process, using the framework to explore the nature and levels of participation in other strategy environments.

Embracing the Sustainable Performance of Nigeria's Small and Medium Enterprises: Understanding and Promoting the Self Leadership Development of the Owners

2024-02-09T23:50:51-07:00

The governments and owners of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) must proactively work towards embracing sustainable performance among SMEs, given their pivotal economic roles in nations worldwide. From the perspective of SME owners, self-leadership emerges as a potent tool, enabling them to guide themselves effectively by acquiring specific behavioral
and cognitive skills, thereby enhancing both their personal lives and entrepreneurial operations. Despite the wealth of literature available on entrepreneurship and selfleadership, the discourse on self-leadership among entrepreneurs remains limited and in its early stages. This qualitative study aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of selfleadership development among ten seasoned SME owners, each with over a decade of experience in both business management and ownership in Nigeria. Participants were meticulously chosen and interviewed using purposive and snowball sampling techniques. The qualitative data were managed using Nvivo 11 Pro, and thematic analysis was employed as the analytical approach. The study's findings illuminate five crucial pathways through which these experienced owners cultivated their self-leadership skills. These pathways, applicable to new SME owners, include: (i) continuous learning; (ii) spirituality; (iii) persistence in managing environmental uncertainty; (iv) engagement in apprenticeship programs; and (v) willingness to take risks and exhibit proactive behavior. This paper contends that understanding the self-leadership development of these seasoned SME owners not only strengthens their individual capacities but also serves as a valuable reference for promoting self-leadership among emerging SME owners, thereby influencing the long-term performance of their businesses.

Construction of Zakat Multidimensional Poverty Index (ZMPI) in Malaysia based on Maqasid alShariah

2024-02-10T08:55:16-07:00

The concept of poverty is commonly acknowledged to be intricate and multifaceted. The narrow approach to defining poverty, which is centered on a monetary approach, ignores other key elements such as access to education, access to healthcare, type of home, and others that are relevant and can affect quality of life. It is vital for the policymaker to construct a holistic measure of poverty that incorporates both material and non-material areas of deprivation. From an Islamic perspective, the zakat institution plays a critical role in identifying the poor and destitute asnaf and distributing the zakat funds to the qualified recipients. Presently, zakat institutions are solely relying on the Had Kifayah method (HAK), which is a monetary-based approach to identifying the poor and destitute asnaf status and delivering zakat assistance. Thus, the goal of this study is to establish a multidimensional poverty measurement, called the Zakat Multidimensional Poverty Index (ZMPI) that aims to capture different deprivation areas that asnaf experience. An extensive analysis of the past studies, complemented by a semi-structured interview session was conducted to construct and validate the ZMPI. The proposed ZMPI integrates five dimensions, namely religion, health, education, living standards and income and represented by a total of eighteen indicators.

Experience of Agro-Associations in Economically Developed Countries

2024-02-09T05:20:53-07:00

The importance of the study is determined by the fact that agricultural producers have a practical need for joint activities to realize their economic interests. In order to develop effective economic tools for the development of integration in the agricultural complex of any country, it is necessary to study the foreign experience of its organization and functioning. The purpose of the article is to study best practices and systematize the main characteristic features of modern integration relations in the agro sector of economically developed countries. The methodology of the study is comparative analysis of the main characteristics of integration associations in the agro-industrial sector of economically developed countries. Regarding research findings, the main characteristics of modern cooperative and integration relations are systematized. The scientific novelty of this systematization is that it makes it possible to objectively assess the initial foundations, and organizational and economic base of various associations, and determine the most appropriate ones for specific business conditions. This systematization gives an idea of a wide variety of forms of cooperation and areas of cooperative activity in the world practice and further allows to opt for and adapt the most acceptable and effective management mechanisms for the conditions of a particular country. The findings of the study can be used in countries where there is not yet a fully developed cooperative sector in the agro-industrial production system.

Foreign Direct Investment and Environmental Degradation in Developing Countries: Does the Quality of Institutions Matter?

2024-02-10T07:42:24-07:00

Most developing countries lack adequate financial resources to achieve their sustainable growth goals. As a result, developing countries, depend on foreign direct investment (FDI) to fill the gap. FDI flows have increased significantly around the world, especially in the last two decades to grow capital investment and competitiveness in host countries. Nonetheless, the surge in FDI raises concerns about its potential impact on environmental degradation. Most developing countries face serious environmental challenges because most of these countries are in transition where production activities and energy consumption exponentially rise, and access to cleaner environments and investment in environmental pollution abatement continues to be problematic. Therefore, this study examined the relationship between FDI and environmental degradation in 80 developing countries for the period 2000-2018 using Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) and Least Square Dummy Variable Corrected (LSDVC). The results indicate a positive relationship between FDI inflow and environmental degradation in developing countries. Furthermore, results suggest a significant positive relationship between FDI and environmental degradation in only middle-income countries when categorized into income groups. Interestingly, the magnitude of the impact reduces as the quality of institutions increases in these countries. In addition, results confirm a significant positive relationship between degradations and economic growth, energy usage, and population density. These results suggest that, while the negative impact of FDI does not necessitate concerted efforts to reduce it due to its enormous contribution to the economy, adequate efforts must be made to ensure that real FDI does not continue to contribute significantly to emissions.

Covid-19 Impact: Fiscal and Monetary Policies in Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia

2024-02-13T06:55:41-07:00

Following the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19) that occurred in 2020, indirectly affected the rate of economic growth globally. The economies of Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia have not escaped the effects of weak global demand and domestic containment measures. This study applied the three-equation model macroeconomic framework and balanced panel data to analyze fiscal and monetary policies in these countries during the COVID-19 crisis from various official agencies. The Fixed Effects Model is the appropriate model chosen to determine the role of policy. The main findings of the study show that government spending is positively significant at the 0.01 level with gross domestic product. Therefore, during the COVID-19 crisis, fiscal policy is more effective for the economic growth of Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia. This model is consistent, stable and robust. The study also recommends sound fiscal policies and the implementation of a sustainable policy mix framework to mitigate the
disruption of COVID-19.

Study on Live-streaming of E-Commerce in China: Prospects and Issues

2024-02-09T23:35:52-07:00

With the continuous growth of e-commerce platforms, live-streaming e-commerce shopping has received a lot of attention, and live-streaming e-commerce has gradually become a research hotspot. From the perspectives of live-streaming e-commerce platforms, anchors, and government, this paper uses systematic literature review method to summarize the research results on the concept and types, platform and anchor characteristics, as well as consumer purchasing intentions of live-streaming e-commerce. It summarizes the current development status of live-streaming e-commerce, explores open issues, and attempts to
propose feasible solutions to provide support and assistance for in-depth research in this field from three aspects including government, the live streaming e-commerce platform and the anchors.

Unleashing Intrapreneurship by Harnessing the Power of Talent Analytics

2024-02-10T08:47:09-07:00

Intrapreneurship has emerged as a potent concept in modern talent evaluation, going beyond traditional employee roles and embracing a progressive and proactive mindset that fosters progress and change within organisations. Furthermore, it is widely recognised as a driving force for innovation and growth. Talent analytics employs extensive data analysis to offer HR professionals statistically validated insights for making strategic decisions. However, there has been a lack of thorough investigation into the intersection between talent analytics and intrapreneurship. One challenge in integrating intrapreneurship into talent analysis is the lack of standardised metrics to measure intrapreneurial aptitude. Organizations may struggle to identify the specific qualities and skills that make a successful intrapreneurs. Moreover, fostering an entrepreneurial spirit within a structured organization may require a cultural shift and the implementation of flexible policies that encourage risk-taking and
innovation. This delicate balance between autonomy and conformity can pose difficulties in effectively incorporating intrapreneurship into talent analysis processes. This paper seeks to elucidate the significance of talent analytics in facilitating and overseeing intrapreneurship. It investigates the methods by which organisations can cultivate an intrapreneurial culture and utilise talent analytics to achieve long-term company expansion. Organisations may optimise the benefits of intrapreneurial behaviour by utilising talent analytics to find, nurture, and retain intrapreneurs.

Intergenerational Differences in Mobile Phone Addiction Between Elderly Migrants and Adolescents: A Grounded Theory Study

2024-02-09T05:10:03-07:00

With the penetration and popularity of mobile phones among the elderly and adolescents, the problem of mobile phone addiction has become a new focus of academic attention. To explore the characteristics of mobile phone addiction and its inter-generational differences between elderly migrants and adolescents, this study uses the grounded theory and constructs a generational difference theory model. The study found that mobile phone addiction in elderly migrants addicts are prone to consume because they fear "withdrawing" from the world. However, adolescents’ addiction is the product of "entering the new world to create", and they believe that they can control the online world at the cognitive level, while the elderly say they cannot completely "deal with" it. In addiction dependence, "emotional" dependence is basic need for elderly migrants, while the youth are "functionally" dependent. In addition, mobile phone addiction will deepen inter-generational conflicts. Interestingly, elderly migrant often compromises to avoid conflicts. The inter-generational difference model of mobile phone addiction characteristics between different groups proposed in this study will provide a reference for targeting media literacy education and promoting intergenerational harmony.

Brand Awareness And Firm Performance: The Mediating Role Of Brand Love

2024-02-10T06:49:38-07:00

The purpose of this research is to investigate the relationship between brand awareness and firm performance and the mediating role of brand love among commercial banks. Design/methodology/approach – The research adopted positivism approach and used survey methodology to collect response from 540 commercial bank customers and adopted Partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) to analyse the data. Findings – The study found out that service brand awareness (recognition/recall) positively and significantly predicted firm performance of banks. Besides, brand love mediates the relationship between brand awareness and firm performance. Originality/value – The research added to the ongoing study to investigate the link between brand awareness and firm performance. The study has also reviewed the value of brand love as a mediator of the brand awareness-firm performance connectivity.

Failure Factors in Traditional, Digital, and Hybrid Startups of Micro, Small, and Medium-Sized Enterprises in the Retail Industry: Literature Review

2024-02-13T06:37:05-07:00

This comprehensive literature review delves into the failure factors of traditional, digital, and hybrid startups within micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) operating in the retail industry. Spanning the years from 2012 to 2023, this study sheds light on the intricate web of dynamics contributing to the downfall of MSMEs in this competitive landscape. The retail industry has witnessed a remarkable evolution driven by technological advancements and changing consumer behaviors. Startups operating in traditional, digital, and hybrid modes are integral to this transformation. However, the high failure rate among these startups remains a pressing concern. A disheartening trend reveals that many MSMEs encounter significant challenges, with many failing to endure beyond their initial years. This review meticulously analyzes various critical factors contributing to retail startups' failure. The synthesis of insights from diverse sources highlights the intricate interplay of elements such as financial instability, lack of entrepreneurial competencies and attributes, ineffective marketing strategies, inadequate technological integration, unfavorable government policies, weak customer relationships, mismanagement of timing, and insufficient infrastructural support. The study underscores the imperative need to address these failure factors to cultivate a supportive environment for MSMEs in the retail industry. By dissecting the root causes of failure, this review provides a foundation for informed decision-making, enabling stakeholders, policymakers, and entrepreneurs to devise strategies that mitigate these challenges.
In conclusion, this comprehensive literature review unravels the multifaceted tapestry of failure factors plaguing traditional, digital, and hybrid startups within the retail industry's micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises. The insights offered herein aim to contribute to creating a conducive ecosystem where startups can survive and thrive, fostering innovation, economic growth, and resilience in the ever-evolving retail landscape.

Sustainable Digital Business, Management and Entrepreneurship as An Integrated Dimension in The Post-Pandemic Era in Nigeria

2024-02-09T23:18:24-07:00

The COVID-19 pandemic had a significant impact on global business, and has accelerated the digital transformation of businesses and societies around the world. In Nigeria, the COVID-19 impact, has further increased sustainability in business process and its management, creating new opportunities for sustainable digital business, management, and entrepreneurship across different industries. Sustainable digital business models explain those that create economic, environmental, and social value, achievable by embedding digital technologies into business models in ways that reduce resource consumption, emissions, and waste. Sustainable digital management explain business management practices that critically considers profitability, and sustainability, achievable through the utilisation of digital technologies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and mitigate risks. Sustainable digital
entrepreneurship entails the process of creating new businesses that are profitable and sustainable, achievable through the development of new products and services that help in addressing both environmental and social in nature, in addition to the using digital technologies to improve the efficiency and sustainability of existing businesses. A systematic literature review is used to identify, examine and evaluate industries that have experienced transformation, due to the COVID pandemic in Nigeria, in order to access new opportunities created and how sustainable they are. In the post-pandemic era, sustainable digital business,
management, and entrepreneurship becomes paramount, especially for business that has goals and objectives aligned for success. The combination of these approaches can help businesses to create long-term value, build resilience, and contribute to a more sustainable future.

Natural Resources, Institutional Quality, and Economic Growth The Case of Africa

2024-02-10T08:36:41-07:00

The resource curse hypothesis has been a topic of significant interest among researchers over the years, particularly in the context of African nations endowed with abundant natural resources. Despite their resource wealth, many African countries remain classified as developing nations. This study investigates the relationship between natural resources, both in aggregated and disaggregated forms, and composite institutional quality on the economic growth of 43 resource-rich African countries, juxtaposed against nine non-resource-rich African nations. The research seeks to analyze the interactive effect of natural resources and institutional quality on economic growth by utilizing annual data spanning from 1980 to 2020 across 52 African countries. To ensure robustness and accuracy in parameter estimation, the study employs the Driscoll-Kraay estimation technique. The findings of this study reveal that resource-rich African countries tend to experience higher economic growth rates compared to their non-resource-rich counterparts. Surprisingly, the analysis indicates that institutional quality does not exert a significant influence on economic growth in either resource-rich or non-resource-rich African nations. Furthermore, the marginal effect analysis demonstrates that weak institutional quality in Africa has mitigated the positive impact of natural resources on economic growth in resource-rich African countries. Among the disaggregated natural resources studied, natural gas emerges as a resource with no statistically significant impact on the economic growth of both resource-rich and non-resource-rich African countries. Conversely, oil and mineral resources exhibit a positive influence on economic growth. Notably, the effect of oil and mineral resources on economic growth is more pronounced in resource-rich countries compared to non-resource-rich nations. This study underscores the imperative for resource-rich African countries to prioritize the strengthening of their institutional structures as a means to achieve sustained economic growth.

Management’s Perceptions on the Ability of Website Marketing in Enhancing and Maintaining Organizational Reputation: Evidence from Zimbabwe’s Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Sector

2024-02-09T04:51:49-07:00

The study is a direct response to the twenty-first century Marketing 4.0 digital quotient technologies, in which business activities have significantly been transformed due to technological innovations. Marketing 4.0 is a new era of marketing in which business transactions are done online. In that vein, the study provides a qualitative exploration of the perceptions of managers concerning the ability of Website Marketing in enhancing and maintaining organisational reputation within Zimbabwe’s pharmaceutical manufacturing sector. The study engages a qualitative methodology on a sample size of 21 managers chosen purposively from the seven medicinal drug manufacturing companies located in Harare. This qualitative analysis is conducted using the Key Informant Interview Guide as the major research instrument. The results demonstrate that website marketing enhances and
maintains organisational reputation through responding to clients promptly online, encouraging the promotion of organisational brands to manage positive organisation-client relationships as well as instilling a spirit of trust of the organisation among clients. Website marketing allows reputation marketing where businesses monitor, promote and highlight positive posts, feedback, comments, reviews and other content about their brand. Addressing customer issues and feedback enhance exceptional customer experience and help business in product improvement (high quality products), which will then lead to customer satisfaction and influence brand loyalty and hence become more loyal to the brand. Business organisations should engage website marketing as it provides a sense of confidence and trust in an organisation among clients. Customer reviews and feedback give businesses insight into customer satisfaction levels, guide organisations in detecting and addressing customer issues instantly in order to build a base of loyal customers, thereby enhancing customer retention and organizational reputation.

Turnover Intention among Employees in the Restaurant Industry: A Lesson Learned from Covid-19 Pandemic

2024-02-10T06:32:53-07:00

The COVID-19 pandemic has adversely impacted the restaurant industry and its employees. There is no questions that during COVID-19 it was very challenging times for both, employers and employees. During this time, many restaurants faced a huge loss of sales, resulting in many of them being cash strapped and, as a result, unable to fulfil their employee commitments. By no fault of theirs, employees are often faced with work insecurities. As their employers are pushed into a retrenchment exercise to save their company, many employees have had to accept a pay cut or have faced the risk of losing their jobs. This study aimed to examine potential factors that contribute towards the turnover intent among restaurant employees in restaurant industry during COVID-19 pandemic. Besides, this study also identified the most influential factors for turnover intent in restaurant industry. Furthermore, this study also to examine the relationship between demographic characteristics and turnover intent. The factors that used to conduct this study were job satisfaction, job engagement, and job insecurity. This study used quantitative approach through an online selfadministered survey. Questionnaires were distributed through an online platform and there were only 125 valid questionnaires returned for further analysis. Data obtained were analysed by using Statistic Packages for Social Science (SPSS) latest version. Based on the analysis, job satisfaction (0.349) was the most influential factor of turnover intent and followed by job insecurities (0.294). Meanwhile, job engagement (0.066) factor did not significantly influence the turnover intent among the restaurant employees in this industry. Findings of this study intended to help managers or the strategic management division of the organisation identify factors that contribute to employee turnover intentions during pandemics and develop tactical solutions to deal with them in the future, should an unanticipated pandemic occur again. Although it is difficult to predict the future, it is crucial that we utilise what we learn from what had happened to direct our future.

The Trend of Circular Economy Studies in Asian Countries: A Bibliometric Analysis

2024-02-13T06:27:19-07:00

The present study utilises bibliometric methods to compile a body of knowledge on the circular economy, with a specific emphasis on Asian countries, from 2005 to 2023. This study contains 184 publications and is conducted as a descriptive analysis. The conceptual analysis shows that recycling, waste management, and sustainable production are closely related to the circular economy. According to the analysis, recycling, sustainable development, waste management, and sustainability are the five main themes of circular economy research. Current research trends prioritise governmental interventions and the implementation of rules and regulations to facilitate the transition towards a circular economy. This involves promoting recycling and reuse practices while discouraging the prevailing culture of excessive consumerism. The findings underscore the obstacles and complexities involved in implementing comprehensive policies for the circular economy.

The Impact of Digital Finance Inclusion on the Employment of Chinese Residents

2024-02-09T22:45:18-07:00

The development of digital finance Inclusion can effectively alleviate information asymmetry and reduce the financing constraints of small and micro enterprises to a certain extent; At the same time, the development of digital finance Inclusion will also give birth to new forms of employment, such as flexible employment methods such as independent entrepreneurship and freelance work, releasing a large number of employment opportunities; The development of digital finance Inclusion can effectively alleviate the financing constraints of individual education and vocational training, improve the human capital and skill level of workers, and facilitate their reemployment, job promotion, and personal income growth. Studying the relationship between digital finance Inclusion and residents' employment is of great practical significance for solving the livelihood problem of difficult employment and promoting high-quality development of Chinese economy. This article first introduces the characteristics of digital finance Inclusion and theoretically studies the mechanism of its impact on employment. In terms of empirical analysis, match the employment statistics of China from 2011 to 2021 with the Digital Finance Inclusion Index of Peking University (PKUDFIIC) in China to test the impact and mechanism of digital finance Inclusion development on residents' employment. The research results indicate that digital finance Inclusion can significantly and actively stimulate employment in the tertiary/service industries; The using of digital finance Inclusion has a more significant positive impact on the employment of urban residents; Relatively speaking, digital finance Inclusion is more conducive to the employment of individuals with higher education, but not conducive to the employment of individuals with lower levels of education; Digital finance Inclusion promotes economic growth and is more conducive to achieving common prosperity. Finally, based on the analysis results of this article, policy guidance is provided.

Brand Equity And Brand Personality: A Literature Review And Future Research Directions

2024-02-10T08:19:36-07:00

In recent years, the ideas of brand equity and brand personality have become prominent in the fields of brand studies and management. Brand equity, a pivotal metric, symbolizes the inherent value of a brand within the competitive marketplace. It provides insights into how a brand is valued when compared to its competitors, acting as a measure of its strength and influence. On the other hand, Brand personality reflects how consumers perceive a brand's character. The primary purpose of this paper is threefold. Firstly, it aims to meticulously review the existing theories and frameworks related to brand equity, unraveling its intricate components. Secondly, it delves into brand personality, shedding light on its various dimensions and how they shape consumer perceptions. Lastly, the paper seeks to explore the potential interplay between brand equity and brand personality, attempting to understand how one might influence the other. The study indicates a link between brand equity and brand personality. However, it emphasizes the need for more detailed investigation and offers suggestions for subsequent studies.

Mapping the Intellectual Landscape of Intellectual Capital: A Multidimensional Bibliometric Review

2024-02-13T07:33:55-07:00

Intellectual Capital (IC) has emerged as a critical area of study with far-reaching implications across various sectors, including banking, higher education, and supply chain management. Despite its growing importance, a comprehensive understanding of the field's research landscape remains elusive. The objective of this study is to conduct an exhaustive review of scientific publications in the field of Intellectual Capital. It aims to delineate the historical development, geographical contributions, thematic focus, and future research directions in IC. Employing advanced bibliometric analysis and data visualization techniques, the study scrutinizes publications from the Scopus database. It utilizes multiple focal points such as documents, authors, and keywords to develop interconnected networks, thereby offering a panoramic view of the field. The study reveals a surge in research activity characterized by a collaborative and globalized research environment. Geographically, Italy, China, Indonesia,
and Malaysia emerge as leading contributors. Thematic clusters ranging from 'Governance, Disclosure, Efficiency' to 'Entrepreneurship, Innovation, SMEs' were identified, indicating the field's growing complexity and interdisciplinary nature. This study is unique in its comprehensive approach to understanding Intellectual Capital.