Democratic Management Research Articles

Internal governance and investment efficiency: The role of non-CEO executives

In this paper, we reveal an overlooked but important role of corporate governance on investment efficiency: non-CEO executives. Internal governance, measured as the fraction of independent executives appointed before the current CEO, leads to a better investment efficiency. The governance effect is pronounced when executives have stronger incentives, such as a longer horizon or a higher shareholding ratio. To explain the promotion of investment efficiency, we find that independent executives help constrain CEO power. They also contribute to better quality of accounting information. Moreover, internal governance by non-CEO executives is hardly affected by external supervisors, and other internal governance mechanisms fail to enhance firms' investment efficiency, indicating the unique monitoring role of independent non-CEO executives. Our study demonstrates the significance of a democratic management team and the necessity to limit the power of CEOs to appoint new executives.

A IMPORTÂNCIA DA GESTÃO PARTICIPATIVA NA FORMAÇÃO DE PROFESSORES EM INSTITUIÇÕES EDUCACIONAIS

The purpose of this article is to decipher and ponder the intricate dynamics of maintaining effective collaboration between school management and the community, outlining goals that must be formulated and shared by both parties. Such a partnership is relevant for the configuration of favorable and indispensable conditions for the creation of an autonomous and participatory school environment. Given the contemporary obstacles faced by public schools, the urgency of collective participation by all those involved in education, in synergy with the community, is clearly emerging to ensure commitment and excellence in the educational process. Thus, the objective of this study is to contribute to the formulation of robust methods that address these issues and, consequently, ensure a school where its main protagonists experience the pleasure of teaching and learning. The methodological approach adopted for this study was qualitative in nature, predominantly: 1) a bibliographical investigation (comprising books, journal articles and dissertations); 2) the practical experience accumulated in a public school, both as a student and as a teacher, revealing a significant lack of interest on the part of parents and/or guardians in relation to issues involving students and, specifically, the teaching-learning process. The research question that underpins this reflection is to understand which factors and/or aspects have a direct influence on the participation of the school community in the institution's activities. Based on this analysis, it was possible to conclude that democratic management and the integration of the school community are fundamental to ensuring educational quality, promoting the social, intellectual and professional development of students.

Territorial Governance and its Challenges. Reflections on Inter-Municipal Consortia and River Basin Committees

Objective: To identify, analyze and diagnose certain proposals for regional development policies and planning that have emerged in Brazil in more recent periods, which, as such, do not have their origins in formulation and implementation by the federal level. Theoretical framework: With the involvement of different social and territorial scales, it became necessary to reflect on themes such as government, governance, planning and politics as a reflexive basis for the methodology. Method: The characterisation of forms of territorial governance was carried out through the analysis and diagnosis of case studies on River Basin Committees and Inter-municipal Public Consortia as empirical experiences involving different scales of regionalisation. Results and Discussion: Different levels and scales were uncovered in the involvement and triggering of management, from federal and state governments, to those originating in regional communities or even at municipal level and their different constraints and characteristics. Although the result of the limitation of these forms of management is not very surprising, it would be important to explore their potential for more democratic management in the future. Implications of the research: A constructive study of the common criticisms of proposals for regional coordination through committees and consortia could reveal the conditions in which they can become potential arenas for the political game of regional development. Originality/Value: In addition to contributing to the systematisation of the bibliography on the two forms of territorial management, it points to the need for further studies in search of their undiscovered potential.

Popularitas Sanggar Tari Svarga Art Dance sebagai Organisasi Seni Pertunjukan Tari di Kabupaten Bungo

This study aims to reveal and describe the popularity of the Svarga Art Dance Studio as a dance performance art organization in Bungo Regency. This type of research is qualitative research using a descriptive method. The instruments of this research are interviews, observations and documentation. The steps of analyzing data are data reduction, data presentation and data verification as well as conclusions. The results of the study show that the Svarga Art Dance Studio is very popular in Bungo Regency, this is evidenced by the achievements, as well as the many new dance creations that are only owned by the Svarga Art Dance Studio and become an attraction so as to increase the love of the people of Bungo Regency for dance arts. With the form of democratic management, the performance of the Svarga Art Dance Studio between branches 1 and 2 and its cooperation with UMMUBA UKM of the University of Muhammadiyah Bungo went well and was growing. This, supported by the marketing of the Svarga Art Dance dance studio which uses the Social Media Marketing system through the official Instagram and Tiktok accounts, is also supported by the personal branding owned by the owner of the studio, with this the Svarga Art Dance dance studio can achieve its popularity. The Svarga Art Dance Studio until now has many routines in its performance which are often used by agencies, governments and the general public both inside and outside Bungo Regency.

EL ESTUDIO COMO PRINCIPIO EDUCATIVO Y LA CUESTIÓN DE LA LECTURA EN LA PEDAGOGÍA DEL MOVIMIENTO

The aim of this paper is to present notes on study as an educational principle in the Pedagogy of Movement, the Landless Rural Workers Movement (MST), with emphasis on the topic of reading. This is a documental and bibliographic research, based mainly on texts by the MST and by authors dedicated to the themes at hand. Education occupies a strategic space in the process of self-organization of the Landless organization. The Movement presents study as one of its organizational and educational principles. Several MST documents mention or refer, directly or indirectly, to the question of reading, writing and/or arithmetic. Thus, the study, which includes the readings, is configured as a key element for the process of self-organization, (auto)education, self-support and democratic management in the various activities of the MST, in the political, cultural and, mainly, economic spheres, which is fundamental for the material and symbolic reproduction of this Movement.

CONDITIONERS OF DEMOCRATIC MANAGEMENT IN PUBLIC BASIC EDUCATION SCHOOLS

This article is the result of a Doctoral Thesis in education whose object of study was to analyze institutional evaluation as a mechanism that enhances democratic management, investigating resonances of this relationship in public basic education schools. One of the paths was the identification of factors that have acted as conditions for democratic management. One of the conditions for the democratic management of public schools concerns management reforms, implemented in Brazil in recent decades, influenced by the neoliberal model of public administration. The second condition refers to the formation of educational policy discourse, which has been influenced by global and international networks in the process of formulating national policies, especially multilateral agencies that offer sponsorship for the implementation of certain national policies. A bibliographical research pointed out similar difficulties in different regions of Brazil regarding the limitations of implementing Democratic Management, highlighting the need to break with clientelistic and authoritarian management practices.

ЗАСАДИ РОЗВИТКУ МІСЦЕВИХ БЮДЖЕТІВ В УМОВАХ РЕФОРМУВАННЯ МІСЦЕВОГО САМОВРЯДУВАННЯ

The article is devoted to an overview of some of the main organizational and economic foundations of the development of local budgets in the conditions of local self-government reform. It was determined that local self-government is a manifestation of the democratic management of social development, which is based on the idea of citizen participation in solving community problems. The main functions of local self-government are the involvement of citizens in issues of local development, management of communal property, socio-economic and cultural development, provision of social services to the population. The powers of local self-government bodies include the preparation of community socio-economic development programs, the involvement of enterprises and ensuring the efficient use of resources. The implementation of the organizational and economic mechanism benefits all participants in the process, because the accumulation of taxes in the local budget contributes to the growth of the quality of life of the population, creates additional conditions for the development of enterprises, the creation of new jobs, and affects the formation of the investment climate. In the conditions of martial law, changes were made to a number of regulatory and legal documents regulating budgetary issues to ensure the smooth functioning of budgets at various levels during the war. The changes concerned the provision of prompt, continuous and timely implementation of local budgets, which provide for the needs of both residents and business entities of the OTG. To ensure the restoration of the work of enterprises and organizations in the liberated territories, local self-government bodies redistribute state aid. At the same time, the biggest changes in legislation related to the cancellation of mandatory taxes and deductions to the budgets of the OTG. Further scientific research in this direction concerns the improvement of the methodology for analyzing the development of local budgets in the context of local self-government reform. A number of regulatory and legal documents regulating budgetary issues under martial law were reviewed.

Теоретические предпосылки формирования теории демократической организации труда

This scientific article is a study of the theoretical prerequisites for the formation of the concept of democratic labor organization. In the past, the main focus was on the concept of rational formal structures as a means of implementing organizational decisions. However, in modern concepts, democratic forms of governance are gaining priority, considering the personal interests of individuals and based on horizontal interaction within the organization. The article analyzes the shift from traditional formal structures to more democratic management models within the framework of modern organizational behavior. The authors emphasize the importance of transitioning to more flexible and democratic management structures to increase organizational efficiency, stimulate employees’ creative potential, as well as create a favorable working environment. The analysis presented in the study is relevant and important in the context of modern labor organization theory, enriching the understanding of how democratic principles can be successfully implemented in the management practice of modern organizations. In conclusion, the study underscores the significance of embracing democratic principles in labor organization theory and practice. By advocating for more flexible and participatory management structures, organizations can enhance their efficiency, foster innovation, and cultivate a conducive work environment. Moving forward, further research and implementation of democratic principles are vital for advancing organizational effectiveness and employee satisfaction.

Legal Adaptability: Analyzing the Impact of China's 2023 Corporate Law on International Corporate Governance

Exploring the significant evolution of corporate law in China, with a focus on the landmark 2023 Corporate Law amendment, set against the backdrop of the nation's expanding role in global commerce. Analyzing the implications of these legal reforms on corporate governance and transparency, particularly for multinational corporations operating within China, the world's second-largest economy. Building on the foundational reforms of 2014, which marked a shift towards international standards and economic modernization, the 2023 amendment is examined as a continuation and enhancement of these earlier changes. By utilizing case study and normative analysis methods, this analysis systematically explores the enhancements made to the registered capital subscription system, improvements in the corporate governance structure, and the introduction of stronger mechanisms for worker democratic management resulting from the 2023 reforms. These amendments are a response to the growing demand for legal frameworks that are more aligned with international market requirements. Aiming to improve legal flexibility, protect shareholder rights, and enhance the quality of information disclosure. The conclusion of the research emphasizes how the 2023 amendments have reinforced the effectiveness of the 2014 reforms and contributed to creating a strong legal environment that supports sustainable growth and global competitiveness for Chinese corporations.

THE FUNDAMENTAL ROLE OF DEMOCRATIC MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION IN PUBLIC EDUCATION NETWORK SCHOOLS

This study analyzes the importance of democratic management and coordination in public schools, focusing on the emergence and evolution of this concept throughout history, as well as the different ways in which these principles operate, considering the diversity of profiles existing in each educational institution. The relevance of responsible bodies, such as the Department of Education, in monitoring compliance with these principles is highlighted. The study also addresses the steps that led to the adoption of democratic management as a way to improve educational policies, highlighting the presence of trained professionals to guarantee students' educational rights. It is concluded that democratic management is essential to ensure students' rights and fulfill the school's fundamental role in the educational process.

Paths of financial decentralization through collegiate management in state public schools in the state of Maranhão - Brazil

It includes aspects of collegiate management in the financial decentralization of programs that transfer resources to public schools - especially the Direct Money at School Program - PDDE, correlating this management model to the process of strengthening democratic management. The research sought to understand the conditioning factors involved in the democratic management processes of public schools in the state of Maranhão in terms of community participation in the management of financial resources from the PDDE Program between 2018 and 2020. The methodological perspective is based on field research in schools that have a regulated school cashier in the state public education network in the state of Maranhão, Brazil. The questions that guided the research were aimed at answering how the manager deals with the power of decision over the school's resources, how he manages community participation in the application of resources and how he conceives the dimension of autonomy in the management of resources.

GESTÃO DEMOCRÁTICA ESCOLAR: POSSIBILIDADES E DESAFIOS EM UM SISTEMA NEOLIBERAL VIGENTE NO BRASIL.

The present work aimed to analyze possibilities and challenges in the consolidation of democratic management in Brazil, a capitalist country. The study, based on bibliographic analyses and field research, was organized into three chapters, which will be presented to understand the challenges and possibilities of action regarding democratic management in schools. Within this perspective, we analyzed the neoliberal capitalist system and its implications for the educational context. We also reflected on the Brazilian economic and social system in order to understand its interrelation with Brazilian education. It was necessary to conduct a study on democratic school management in public schools. To do so, a visit was made to a school, where we could observe the management. We studied its pedagogical political project, observed the actions carried out in school management, and conducted interviews in order to understand the organization of the management of this school. Theoretically, we relied on Libâneo (2009), Saviani (2002), Frigotto (2003), Paro (2001), Dourado (2001), and Sapelli (2004), among other scholars. This study proved to be important not only to understand the challenges imposed by the economic system on education but also to point out the possibilities of action in the face of these challenges. Its importance also lies in the possibility of indicating a transformative bias for the implementation of democratic management in public schools in the state of Paraná

The democratic management of education is a purposeful activity

The educational system is rely on national ground and on universal values and consider an democratic attitude. The article includes the principles of the democratic management of the educational system and prepare teachers based on democratic principles. The solvency of the issues for the managers is described as a priority in this article. The different innovations of the management of the educational system is proposed in the article.

학교교육과정 운영에 대한 질적 사례연구

Purpose: This study analyzed the case of a school curriculum implementation from the theoretical perspective of communities of practice. A community of practice is a group of people who share the same interests, set of problems, and passion for a particular topic and expand their knowledge and expertise in a field through continuous interaction. This study analyzed the case of a unit school as a community of practice and suggested policy measures to enhance the practice.
 Methods: For this purpose, an interpretive case study was conducted to analyze the curriculum management of a school that is a typical example of a community of practice that has formed over a decade. Various materials such as literature, interviews, photos, and videos were analyzed and validated through triangulation and member checks.
 Results: The study found that, first, the teachers had a shared educational vision of students' happy lives and sought to create a school for joyful growth; second, the school members were engaged in collaborative practices in all aspects of curriculum management; and third, the school was creating a democratic management system to overcome the constraints of the bureaucratic organization and its own curriculum document style.
 Conclusion: Policy suggestions for improving the effectiveness of unit schools as an educational community include improving school administration so that teachers can immerse themselves in curriculum management, establishing a customized educational support system for unit schools, allocating differential support personnel and an educational budget based on the educational needs of unit schools.

Research on The Management Mode of Vocational Education Students Based on The Internet

With the advent of the era of “Internet+ education,” the management mode of vocational education is facing enormous challenges, and the problems of traditional classroom management and student management are becoming more obvious. This paper analyzes the practical significance, opportunities, and challenges of the Internet in the management of vocational education, and finds that only by updating and improving the management model of vocational education can we cultivate socially applicable and practical high-tech skilled talents. Therefore, it is important to establish an information platform and practice refined management, adhering to the student-oriented concept of humanized education management. The management team can also be upgraded to improve management efficiency. We should pay attention to social practice and strengthen our internal management, develop electronic archives for tracking growth, and give full play to the potential of the network to implement democratic management. In this paper, the use of network tools to strengthen the communication between homes and schools, and the other six aspects of the “Internet+ vocational education management mode” are explored.

Integration of bionics, digital innovations, and democratic management principles for industrial transformation.

This article explores an innovative and interdisciplinary approach to the integration of bionic principles, digital technologies and democratic governance in the transformation of industrial production in Ukraine. Emphasis is placed on the adaptation of industrial production to modern requirements of sustainability, efficiency and environmental safety in the context of the Ukrainian economy. The bionic approach involves the integration of natural principles and mechanisms into technological processes, offering a unique perspective for increasing production efficiency and environmental sustainability. The main objectives of this study are to study how a bionic approach, combined with digital technologies and public participation in decision-making, can transform industrial production in Ukraine, making it more sustainable, efficient and environmentally friendly. This includes an analysis of the bionic approach and its potential to improve production efficiency, the role of digital technologies in optimizing production processes, and the impact of democratic governance on creating a fair and transparent economic system in an industrial context. The article provides strategic directions and recommendations that can help Ukraine adapt to global trends and use them for sustainable industrial development and improving the quality of life. The importance of the bionic approach in creating a sustainable and efficient industry is undeniable. The implementation of this approach not only reduces the environmental impact of production, but also stimulates innovative development, opening up new opportunities for the creation of technologies that are environmentally safe and cost-effective. The article also emphasizes the importance of public participation in economic decision-making in the industrial sector. This democratic governance in the economy, the key theme of the article, emphasizes the importance of involving civil society in decision-making processes in the economy, especially in the context of industrial reform.

A democratic management for capital

A democratic management for capital

The right to the city and the front of the affected residents of the Una Basin: an analysis of virtual mobilization and communication strategies

The right to the city aims to guarantee human dignity through access to the city and its services, seeking democratic management of the territory. This concept was born in social movements and then embraced by the academic community, which does not mean that one knowledge is superior to the other. With this in mind, this article reflects on and analyses the virtual forms of mobilization and communication of the urban social movement Frente dos Moradores Prejudicados da Bacia do Una, seeking to understand its way of communicating and analysing how it can help in the struggle to guarantee the right to the city.

A ATUAÇÃO DA COORDENAÇÃO PEDAGÓGICA NO PROCESSO DE MEDIAÇÃO ENTRE A FAMÍLIA E A ESCOLA: Um estudo numa escola municipal de Feira de Santana

This article aims to address the challenges faced by pedagogical coordination in managing a public school in the municipality of Feira de Santana, Bahia, seeking to understand the relationship between family and school and the obstacles that arise in this context. It is a study based on the experience of Supervised Internship in Management and Pedagogical Coordination. In this direction, our guiding question is: what are the challenges faced by pedagogical coordinators, from a public school in the municipality of Feira de Santana, in mediating the relationship between family and school? The study is based on the critical theoretical framework of the field of educational policies and democratic management. The methodology employed was documentary research and participant observation. The results of the analysis indicate that the school seeks, through actions, to involve the family in important decisions and maintain constant dialogue with the school community.

Investigating the Relationship Between Coping Styles, Alexithymia, and Management Styles with Job Satisfaction (Case Study: The Employees of the Maad Group)

Objective: The personnel of any organization are considered its most principal and enduring assets; hence, understanding their needs for the implementation of organizational programs is essential. The present study aimed to investigate the relationship between coping styles, alexithymia, and management styles with job satisfaction among the employees of the Maad Group. Materials and Methods: The research method of this study was descriptive-correlational. The study population consisted of employees of the Maad Group in Tehran in the year 2021, from which 127 individuals were selected through convenience sampling. The research instruments included the Smith, Kendall, and Hulin Job Satisfaction Questionnaire (1969), the Short Form of the Coping Strategies Questionnaire by Endler and Parker (1990), the Toronto Alexithymia Questionnaire (1986), and the Schmitt Management Styles Questionnaire (1998). Data were analyzed using Pearson's correlation coefficient and SPSS software version 22. Findings: The results showed that there was a significant positive correlation between job satisfaction and democratic management style, goal-oriented management style, participative management style, and laissez-faire management style, as well as coping strategies (P<0.01). There was also a significant negative correlation between job satisfaction and alexithymia (P<0.01). A significant positive relationship existed between job satisfaction and problem-focused coping styles, while a significant negative relationship was found with emotion-focused and avoidance coping styles (P<0.01). Significant relationships were observed between job satisfaction and identifying feelings, difficulty describing feelings, and externally-oriented thinking (P<0.01). Conclusion: It can be concluded that there is a relationship between coping styles, alexithymia, and management styles with job satisfaction.