Management University Research Articles

Enhancing Student Services at Sekolah Tinggi Manajemen Pariwisata dan Logistik Lentera Mondial: A SWOT Analysis

This study aims to analyze the student service system at the Lentera Mondial College of Tourism and Logistics Management using qualitative methods and SWOT analysis. This research identifies strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats to improve student satisfaction and academic experience. Key findings include comprehensive academic support, technology integration, culturally responsive services, and alignment with industry. However, there are limitations in accessibility, communication gaps, resource constraints, and obstacles in seeking support. Recommendations include digital bridges, strengthening communications, and optimizing resource allocation to improve student services and overall satisfaction.

Error management culture and college students’ self-development: The serial mediating roles of grit and learning from failure

ABSTRACT Fostering college students’ appropriate attitudes and behaviours towards errors and failures holds significant benefits for their future-oriented career development, such as self-development. Based on Conservation of Resources theory (COR), this study aims to set a linkage between error management culture (EMC) and college students’ self-development via grit and learning from failure. The sample for this study comprised 192 respondents from three universities located in the central, northern, and southwestern regions of China. The results indicate that: (1) EMC predicts college students’ self-development; (2) grit and learning from failure mediate the relationship between EMC and self-development serially. The findings contribute to the literature by shedding light on the significance of EMC as a predictor of self-development, elucidating the underlying mechanism, and recognising the long-term benefits of learning from failure.

CSR as a framework for sustainability in SMEs: The relationship between company size, industrial sector, and triple bottom line activities

Theoretical backgroundCorporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a very topical issue for companies around the world. In the European context, CSR is especially significant due to legislative demands for its reporting. CSR can positively impact organisations in terms of competitiveness, employer branding, and financial performance. The theoretical background of this study is based on the CSR pillars, which are social, economic, and environmental CSR activities. PurposeThe research aimed to investigate the awareness of CSR among Czech companies and to report the frequency of CSR activities. The purpose of the investigation was to analyse the relationship between the characteristics of companies and the realisation of CSR activities. Research methodologyA quantitative study among 1703 Czech companies focused on their knowledge of CSR, its implementation in corporate strategy, and the realisation of individual CSR activities. Analysis of variance and logistic regression were used with predictors: company size, industry in which it operates, and differences in time between data collection rounds. Main resultsThe results showed the effect of company size and industry sector on both the knowledge of CSR issues and the number of activities realized in the individual CSR pillars. The results further describe in detail the relationship between company characteristics and specific CSR activities. Originality/valueCSR practices in Czech SMEs have not been adequately covered in existing studies. This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the frequency of implementation of CSR activities among Czech companies. Research limitationsThe present study provides a large sample of companies selected proportionally to their representation in the Czech Republic, which resulted in an imbalance in the individual characteristics of the companies in the sample. The study is also limited by three main independent variables and cannot provide extensive insight into all influences. Practical implicationsThe results can be used by companies to benefit from comparing themselves with other market participants or with the average situation in the monitored markers. They are also useful for further comparison between countries and for analysing the development of CSR activities over time.© 2023 The Authors. Published by Elsevier B.V. on behalf of the College of Management, National Cheng Kung University. This is an open access article under the CC BY license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/).

Analysing Vital Management Roles In Providing Physical Education And Sports To Indian Students

The aim of this study is to identify the states and union territories offering NCTE-recognized Physical Education courses (D.P.Ed, B.P.Ed, and M.P.Ed.) by institutions in India also identify based on their management type. Data, source for this study collected from the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) official website. The findings of this study show that, Totally 289 institutions offered Physical Education courses in India among Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of NCTE-recognized Physical Education courses offered by institutions, followed by Tamil Nadu in second position. Twenty-three states have institutions offering these courses, and three union territories also have such institutions. In terms of institution management, private management colleges hold the top position, while among universities, state management universities are at the top. The recommendation of this study is that five states and six union territories currently have no institutions offering these courses, so the governments must initiate the establishment of at least one institution in these states and union territories. Additionally, the government should increase the number of their managed institutions in all states and union territories.

Graduate Student’s Perception on Effectiveness of Virtual Education during Covid-19: Evidence from Structural Equation Modelling in Nepal

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic forced educational institutions worldwide to shift to online learning, disrupting traditional academic calendars. In Nepal, this transition significantly impacted graduate students, raising concerns about the effectiveness of virtual education. Objective: This study aims to examine the effectiveness of virtual education on student satisfaction and performance during the COVID-19 pandemic among graduate students in the Kathmandu Valley. Method: Based on the achievement goal theory, 203 graduate students from management colleges in Kathmandu Valley were selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire administered via KOBO Toolbox. Both descriptive and inferential analyses, including Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), were employed to analyze the data. Result: The findings reveal that while the majority of students showed a positive attitude toward online classes, dissatisfaction arose due to a lack of training and familiarity with new information technologies. The SEM results indicate that course design, prompt feedback, and student expectations significantly influence student satisfaction, which in turn mediates the relationship between these factors and student performance. Challenges such as power outages, difficulty concentrating, lack of access to technology and insufficient instructor knowledge were identified as major obstacles. Conclusion: Although graduate students in Kathmandu Valley reported a generally positive outlook towards virtual education, several significant challenges need to be addressed to improve the effectiveness of online learning, particularly in terms of instructor quality and technological infrastructure. Paper Types: Research Paper Keywords: COVID-19, Virtual Education, Management Student, Effectiveness, Graduate Students Perception JEL Classification: D83, I20, L86, A23

Online Learning Resource Management System Utilization and College Students' Engagement at Zhongshan University

The study aimed to assess the extent of utilization of the Learning Resource Management System (LRMS) and its impact on student' engagement among 218 college students at ZhongShan College. Utilizing a descriptive correlational approach with a quantitative method, the study found that the students perceived a very high extent of utilization of LRMS, appreciating its clear instructions and regular access to reliable internet. Additionally, the students exhibited high engagement levels with the LRMS regarding online activities, academic relevance, collaboration, and social interaction. Notably, a significant relationship was observed between the extent of LRMS utilization and online academic relevance in students' engagement. The study suggests implementing training programs for students and teachers to enhance LRMS utilization, inform school policies, and promote awareness of its benefits. These findings lay the foundation for future training initiatives and policy enhancements within the educational institution.

Assessing internship learning performance and its predictors: moderation of learning climate

PurposeThis research aims to elucidate the complex relationships among internship learning performance, problem-solving efficacy, and their determinants by simultaneously examining a key variable that may moderate these relationships.Design/methodology/approachThis study carried out its empirical examination by surveying graduate students at a prestigious university in Taiwan. The investigation selected two programs from the College of Management and another two from the College of Engineering within the university through a random sampling approach. The selection of research participants from the domains of management and engineering is well-suited to this study’s objectives, given the pronounced prevalence of internships in these fields. Of the 280 questionnaires, 234 usable questionnaires were finally collected for a response rate of 83.57%.FindingsThe findings of this study show that learning goal orientation and communication skill learning both represent critical motivations that directly dominate the growth of problem-solving efficacy to ultimately boost learning performance. At the same time, the positive moderation of learning climate suggests the learning climate as an accelerator for learning autonomy that boosts interns’ problem-solving efficacy more strongly.Originality/valueThis study presents an expansion of the social learning theory’s conventional focus on general self-efficacy beliefs by delving into the realm of internships as a unique research context to explore problem-solving efficacy as a distinct facet of self-efficacy. Within this context, the study integrates the mediating role of problem-solving efficacy into the learning dynamics of internships, where interns engage in both learning goal orientation and communication skill learning. By concentrating on the internship setting within the workplace, this study effectively bridges the domains of management education and vocational psychology, extending insights beyond the classroom to comprehensively grasp the impact of learning goal orientation and communication skill learning.

Brilliance in the workplace in activating post-modern human resources management within multiple intelligence models/an analytical study in the college of management and economics as a model

Brilliance in the workplace in activating post-modern human resources management within multiple intelligence models/an analytical study in the college of management and economics as a model

Green Human Resource Management and Job Pursuit Intention: Role of Individual Green Values

The focus on achieving environmental sustainability has led to the implementation of green human resource management (GHRM) practices in various organizations. Many studies have investigated the effect of GHRM practices on existing employees in developed countries. However, limited studies have examined how prospective job seekers perceive GHRM practices in an organization before entering the workplace in developing countries, especially in the Egyptian context. Drawing upon signalling theory, social identity theory and person-environment fit theory, this study aims to bridge this gap by examining the effect of perceived green human resource management (GHRM) practices on the job pursuit intention (JPI) of prospective job seekers in Egypt. A moderated mediation model was proposed, with organizational attractiveness (OA) as a mediator and individual green values (IGV) as a moderator. The sample consisted of 219 final-year undergraduate business students registered in the College of Management and Technology in the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport, Alexandria, Egypt. The study used an experimental scenario-based approach where perceptions of individuals were examined toward a hypothetical company using self-administered questionnaires. Direct, mediation, moderation, and moderated mediation models were analysed using linear, multiple regression analysis, and bootstrapping procedures (PROCESS macro extension to SPSS) with the help of SPSS version 26. Results supported the significant positive influence of GHRM on JPI and OA mediated the GHRM-JPI relationship. In addition, IGV moderated the GHRM-OA-JPI relationship. The study provided various theoretical and practical implications for scholars and practitioners. Study limitations and suggestions for future research are also discussed.

Education management and African college students’ motivation to study abroad in China

Education management and African college students’ motivation to study abroad in China

The Influence of Career Development and Rewards on Campus Employee Performance at STIE Professional Management College Indonesia

Lack of employee productivity can hinder the performance and goals of an organization. The aim of this research is to investigate the influence of career development, giving rewards, on employee performance at the STIE PMCI Campus. This research uses a quantitative approach involving 30 respondents as population and sample. The research results show that the independent variable career development (X1) is obtained t - count (5,230) > t -table (2.052), the Reward variable (X2) with t - count (2,833) > t- table (2.052), then the career development variable (X1) has a partial effect on the employee performance variable (Y), and the reward variable (X2) has a partial effect on the employee performance variable. The results of the F test show that f-count (15, 228 ) > f- table (2.98), while the significance is 0.000 < alpha at a significant level of 0.05, so Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted, which means the independent variable (career development, reward) together or simultaneously influence the dependent variable (employee performance) positively and significantly. It is recommended that the STIE PMCI leadership be able to improve the performance of their employees by opening up opportunities for career development, providing awards on an ongoing basis and always motivating their employees.

THE ORGANIZATIONAL JUSTICE IMPLICATIONS IN ENHANCING THE INTEGRITY OF ADMINISTRATIVE LEADERSHIP

This research aims to explore the nature of the impact of organizational justice on the integrity of administrative leadership, for a sample of employees at the College of Management and Economics at the University of Al-Qadisiyah, through distributing a questionnaire totaling 60, of which 50 were valid for analysis and 10 were invalid, with a response rate of 83%. Organizational justice was expressed as an independent variable through three dimensions: distributive justice, procedural justice, and interactional justice, based on the scale developed by Niehoff & Moorman (1993), while the integrity of leadership was expressed as a dependent variable through five dimensions: courage, humility, fairness, rationality, and humanity, based on the scale by Wang & Hackett (2015). Several measurement tools were used in the practical aspect, relying on SPSS statistical analysis software to calculate means, standard deviations, linear regression analysis, and correlation, in addition to using the T-test. The research concluded with a number of findings, the most important of which indicated that the level of organizational justice enjoyed by the officials in the researched organization was at moderate levels according to the opinions of the research sample. The research also provided a set of recommendations, the most important of which emphasized the necessity of enhancing all dimensions of organizational justice, including distributive, procedural, and interactional, in organizations due to their significant role in creating sound administrative leadership that fosters a positive and constructive work environment, ensuring the existence of an integrated organizational unit.

How Digital Literacy Affects Indonesian Students' Motivation and Interest in Entrepreneurship

This study aims to investigate the impact of digital literacy on motivation and interest in entrepreneurship at the Mardira Indonesia College of Information and Computer Management (STMIK). A survey of 100 students was conducted using a quantitative approach. The results showed a significant positive effect of digital literacy on students' entrepreneurial motivation and interest. The implications of this research provide a deeper understanding of the importance of digital literacy in influencing student entrepreneurial attitudes and behaviors in the digital era. The implications of this research include increasing digital literacy awareness, the role of education in developing entrepreneurial skills, developing entrepreneurship coaching programs, and increasing career opportunities and economic independence of students. Keywords: Digital literacy; Digitalization; Entrepreneurial Motivation; Entrepreneurial Interest; Student’s Motivation

Higher Education Students' Perceptions and Attitudes about Using ChatGPT in Oman: A Case Study of OCMT

This study aims to determine the role of ChatGPT as a virtual assistant for the students in higher education institutions in the Sultanate of Oman to enhance learning, foster their skill growth and improve their productivity. It also aims to identify how the students at Oman College of Management and Technology (OCMT) can use ChatGPT in an effective way, the advantages of using it, and the challenges that prevent it from being used in education, from their point of view, keeping in mind the ethical considerations that arise in the process. Some consider it as a support for the process of developing education, while others see it as a threat that affects its future. On the positive side, ChatGPT helps improve education, while on the negative side, it raises several concerns about fraud and plagiarism. Since the results of the survey showed that many students at Oman College of Management and Technology tend to use AI applications in their studies, the problem of this study emerged in the researchers' desire to explore the degree of students' use of ChatGPT, the advantages of using it, the obstacles, challenges and ethical considerations that may affect its integration in education.

Higher Education Students' Perceptions and Attitudes about Using ChatGPT in Oman: A Case Study of OCMT

This study aims to determine the role of ChatGPT as a virtual assistant for the students in higher education institutions in the Sultanate of Oman to enhance learning, foster their skill growth and improve their productivity. It also aims to identify how the students at Oman College of Management and Technology (OCMT) can use ChatGPT in an effective way, the advantages of using it, and the challenges that prevent it from being used in education, from their point of view, keeping in mind the ethical considerations that arise in the process. Some consider it as a support for the process of developing education, while others see it as a threat that affects its future. On the positive side, ChatGPT helps improve education, while on the negative side, it raises several concerns about fraud and plagiarism. Since the results of the survey showed that many students at Oman College of Management and Technology tend to use AI applications in their studies, the problem of this study emerged in the researchers' desire to explore the degree of students' use of ChatGPT, the advantages of using it, the obstacles, challenges and ethical considerations that may affect its integration in education.

ANALYSIS OF THE INTEGRATIVE APPROACH TO TAM AND UGT THEORY ON DIGILIB APPLICATION USERS

Information Systems Technology is an asset for an organization, if managed well it will provide added value for competition, as well as increasing the possibility of success for a business, therefore information systems must be managed well. STIAMAK Barunawati Surabaya College of Administration and Port Management also uses information systems technology (SIAKAD) to improve the quality of education and services in higher education, one of which is the digital library application (DIGILIB) for STIAMAK Surabaya students using the Technology Acceptance approach. Model (TAM) and “uses and gratifications theory” (UGT). The purpose of this research is to analyze individuals' intentions to use DIGILIB technology by referring to factors such as user perceptions of usability, ease of use, and other factors related to technology. The method used in this research is quantitative, with a total of 69 students responding using a Likert scale questionnaire and structural equation model (SEM) analysis techniques based on partial least squares (PLS). The results of this research show that there are three significant hypotheses, namely 1) Behavioral intention which mediates the relationship between Ritualized Use and Use Behavior, 2) Ritualized Use has a significant and positive effect on Behavior Intention, and 3) Behavioral intention has a significant and positive effect on use behavior

Detailing the Stakeholder Theory of Management in the AI World: A Position Paper on Ethical Decision-Making

Ademola, O. E. Professor, American International University West Africa College of Management and Information Technology Banjul, The Gambia E-mail: ademolaeo@p-acc.co.uk ABSTRACT As artificial intelligence (AI) technology continues to proliferate across various industries, the ethical implications of its development and deployment have come under scrutiny. In this position paper, we delve into the application of stakeholder theory in the AI world, with a focus on ethical decision-making processes. Drawing on academic literature and real-world examples, we examine how stakeholder theory can guide organizations and policymakers in navigating the complex ethical landscape of AI technology. By considering the perspectives and interests of various stakeholders, we argue that a stakeholder-centred approach is crucial for ensuring that AI is developed and utilized in a responsible and ethical manner. Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Stakeholder Theory, Ethics, Decision-Making, Management Keywords: Theoretical Evaluation, Social Media, Entrepreneurial Opportunity, Evaluation, Business, Artificial Intelligence Journal Reference Format: Ademola, O.E. (2024): Detailing the Stakeholder Theory of Management in the AI World: A Position Paper on Ethical Decision-Making. Social Informatics, Business, Politics, L:aw, Environmental Sciences & Technology Journal. Vol. 10, No. 1. Pp 1-8 www.isteams/socialinformaticsjournal. dx.doi.org/10.22624/AIMS/SIJ/V10N1P1

Factors influencing student learning outcomes and Satisfaction: A case study approach

Purpose: Learning outcomes play a critical role when evaluating educational programs' success and educational institutions' responsibility to deliver high-quality instruction. Educational institutions may consider improvements to fulfill the requirements of students better and enhance their emotional elements to increase interest in learning by identifying areas of strength and weakness through student learning outcomes and satisfaction evaluations. Hence, the study examines the factors for assessing student learning outcomes and Satisfaction. Methodology: A quantitative research method was utilized in this study, and 180 sample data was collected. This study employed a quantitative research design, collecting 180 sample data from students at the College of Economics, Management, and Information Systems, University of Nizwa, Oman. SEM-PLS software has been used to analyze the collected data. Findings: According to the study, educational quality (EQ) significantly impacted students' Satisfaction (SS) but not learning outcomes. There was no discernible impact of student involvement on learning outcomes or Satisfaction. Similarly, support resource quality (SRQ) does not significantly affect student learning outcomes. However, SRQ has a substantial effect on students' Satisfaction. Thus, high-quality education indicates that enhancing the learning environment should be a top priority for educational institutions. For students, self-regulated learning and metacognition are essential. Educators should constantly update and improve the curriculum to incorporate cutting-edge teaching techniques and current pedagogical trends.

Are Audit Committees Overloaded? Evidence from the Effect of Financial Risk Management Oversight on Financial Reporting Quality

Audit committee (AC) responsibilities have increased over time, prompting concerns that overloading the AC with too many duties may impair the AC’s ability to oversee financial reporting. Using new AC charter-based proxies to measure AC responsibilities, we find that an emphasis on the AC overseeing financial risk management (which is a noncore AC duty) is associated with worse financial reporting quality, as proxied by restatements—consistent with the argument of AC overload by distraction. This overload effect is attenuated when an AC has more directors to share duties or when the AC retains an expert auditor who can serve as a substitute for AC oversight. This overload effect is accentuated when AC members are busy with multiple board appointments or when the external auditor is busy with other audits. We also find that AC financial risk oversight is associated with more AC meetings and greater turnover of AC directors, consistent with the notion of overload. In sharp contrast, we find that greater AC oversight over internal controls (which is a core AC duty) is associated with improved financial reporting quality. Overall, we document that the nature of AC duties impacts the AC’s ability to promote financial reporting quality and that noncore duties may overload ACs. This paper was accepted by Suraj Srinivasan, accounting. Funding: The authors are grateful for funding provided by the Eller College of Management at the University of Arizona, the Broad College of Business at Michigan State University, and the Carson College of Business at Washington State University. Supplemental Material: The data files are available at https://doi.org/10.1287/mnsc.2022.00360 .

A Survey on the Employment Outlook of Senior Students in Beijing Universities--Taking Beipec College of Economics and Management as an Example

A Survey on the Employment Outlook of Senior Students in Beijing Universities--Taking Beipec College of Economics and Management as an Example