Institutional Performance Research Articles

Nexus of knowledge oriented leadership and knowledge worker performance in Chinese higher education institutions: a post-pandemic behavioral analysis

PurposeIn the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak understanding the behavioral dynamics and role of knowledge-oriented leadership (KOL) in driving knowledge worker performance (KWP) is paramount for organizations striving to adapt and thrive in the post-pandemic era. Drawing on the path-goal theory, this study explores the impact of KOL on KWP. In addition, this study seeks to examine both the direct and indirect influences of KOL on KWP via digital orientation (DO) and digital citizenship practices (DCP), especially for higher education institutions (HEIs) located in China.Design/methodology/approachThe sample consisted of 319 academic staff from HEIs in China. The study used Smart-PLS 4.0 for analytical examination.FindingsThe results indicate that the impact of knowledge-oriented leadership on KWP is negligible. Furthermore, DCP and DO partially mediate the relationship between KOL and KWP. The findings of this research have practical implications for Chinese HEIs and organizations across industries, providing insights into how to navigate the complexities of the post-pandemic work environment and effectively harness digitalization to optimize the KWP.Research limitations/implicationsThe implications of this research extend beyond the HEIs, providing organizations in various industries with evidence-based strategies to promote effective leadership, foster digital skills, and cultivate a culture of digital citizenship in the post-pandemic work landscape.Originality/valueDespite the increasing significance of KOL in the higher education sector, there is a dearth of studies establishing a relationship between KOL and KWP in HEIs. The present study seeks to fill this gap by examining the association among KOL, KWP, DO, and DCP in HEIs during the post-pandemic. This research provides significant contributions to the existing literature on the topic by scientifically exploring the association between KOL and KWP by examining the intervention mechanism of both digital citizenship practices and digital orientation.

Tracking changes in CNCI: the complementarity of standard, collaboration and fractional CNCI in understanding and evaluating research performance

AbstractUsing a global set of ~ 300 institutions, standard, collaboration and fractional Category Normalised Citation Impact (CNCI) indicators are compared between 2009 and 2018 to demonstrate the complementarity of the three variants for research evaluation. Web of Science data show that Chinese institutions appear immune to the indicator used as CNCI changes, generally improvements, are similar for all three variants. Other regions tend to show greater increases in standard CNCI over collaboration CNCI, which in turn is greater than fractional CNCI; however, decreases in CNCI values, particularly in established research economies like North America and western Europe are not uncommon. These findings may highlight the differing extent to which the number of collaborating countries and institutions on papers affect each variant. Other factors affecting CNCI values may be citation practices and hiring of Highly Cited Researchers. Evaluating and comparing the performance of institutions is a main driver of policy, research and funding direction. Decision makers must understand all aspects of CNCI indicators, including the secondary factors illustrated here, by using a ‘profiles not metrics’ approach.

Influence of Credit Risk Management Practices on Loan Performance: A Case of Selected Microfinance Institutions in Tanzania

This research investigates the influence of credit risk management practices on loan performance of microfinance institutions. The variables of interest in this study are credit appraisal, credit supervision, credit monitoring (as predictor variables) and loan performance (as dependent variable). However, the study includes average credit processing time as a control variable. The study focuses on five microfinance institutions operating in Tanzania. The research utilizes probability and non-probability sampling to select 140 respondents from the study population. The study collected both primary and secondary data. Data analysis was carried out by applying multiple regression analysis following the assumptions of ordinary least squares (OLS). The findings reveal that credit supervision, credit monitoring, and average credit process time are significant in influencing loan performance in microfinance institutions. Contrary, there is no evidence, whatsoever to suggest that credit supervision influences loan performance in microfinance institutions.

Events Management Practices and Performance of Selected HEIs in National Capital Region: Inputs for Sustainable Business Generating Projects

Events management practices played a crucial role in the success and performance of higher education institutions (HEIs) in implementing sustainable business generating projects. This study examined the inputs related to events management practices and their impact on the performance of selected HEIs in the context of sustainable business generating projects. The research aimed to provide insights into effective strategies and best practices that could enhance the success of these projects within HEIs. The study adopted a quantitative research approach, utilizing surveys to gather data from a sample of selected HEIs. The study identified key success factors and challenges faced by HEIs in managing events and sustaining their business generating initiatives. It also provided practical recommendations and guidelines for HEIs to optimize their events management practices and improve project performance. The research outcomes were valuable for HEI administrators, event managers, and other stakeholders involved in sustainable business generating projects within the higher education sector. By identifying effective strategies and practices, this study aimed to enhance the ability of HEIs to generate sustainable business opportunities through events and contribute to the overall development and reputation of these institutions. In conclusion, this study sought to bridge the gap in knowledge regarding events management practices and their impact on the performance of HEIs in sustainable business generating projects. The findings informed decision-making processes and enabled HEIs to implement effective and sustainable events management strategies, ultimately leading to enhanced project performance and long-term success.

Influence of Human Resource Management on Work Performance at Vietnam Higher Education Institutions

The purpose of the paper is to examine the impact of human resource management on employee performance in Vietnam universities. In addition to empirically testing the hypotheses in the context of university autonomy in Vietnam, the research has attempted to further examine the achieved results and challenges for human resource management in Vietnam's higher education institutions through the variable regulating University autonomy. The findings in the research have provided empirical support for the correlation between human resource management and employee performance in higher education institutions. The author asked for the opinions of several experts on the questionnaire. Then send the test questionnaire to 10 agencies in higher education institutions. The author has adjusted the questionnaire to make it easier to understand to get the most accurate and reliable answers. The author sent the questionnaire during the period from April 2023 to June 2023, the total number of survey questionnaires distributed was 370 questionnaires, of which 350 votes are eligible for analysis.

The influence of organizational culture, transformational leadership on organizational citizenship behaviors, and organizational commitment through employee engagement

This study evaluates the impact of Organizational Culture and Transformational Leadership on Organizational Commitment and Organizational Citizenship Behavior through Employee Engagement in non-formal educational institutions (PKBM) in West Java. Data from 291 respondents were analyzed using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with the Partial Least Square (PLS) method. Results show that Organizational Culture and Transformational Leadership significantly influence Employee Engagement. Organizational Culture and Employee Engagement affect Organizational Citizenship Behavior, while Employee Engagement influences Organizational Commitment. Employee Engagement serves as a mediator between Organizational Culture and Transformational Leadership and Organizational Commitment and Organizational Citizenship Behavior. However, Organizational Culture and Transformational Leadership do not directly impact Organizational Commitment, and Transformational Leadership does not significantly influence Organizational Citizenship Behavior. Practical implications suggest enhancing institutional performance for the well-being of educators. The study contributes to the Integrative Organizational Behaviors Model, rooted in Social Exchange Theory, providing insights for future research on Organizational Behavior.

The Influence of It Governance and It Capability on The Performance of Private Higher Education Institutions: The Mediation Role of Performance Management Systems

This study examines the effect of information technology (IT) governance and IT capability on the organizational performance of private Higher Education Institutions (HEI) with a performance management system as a mediating variable. This quantitative study uses primary data from questionnaires distributed to respondents online. Respondents in this study were 270 management and IT management of private universities on the island of Sumatra. This study used a sample of 90 private HEIs. Furthermore, the data was processed using Partial Least Square (PLS) technique. The results are that the performance management system partially mediates IT governance with organizational performance, while IT capability mediates fully with organizational performance. IT capabilities can encourage organizational performance through a good performance management system. Theoretically, it contributes to implementing technological resources mobilized in the performance management system to improve college performance. College management should consider developing technology and performance measurement systems to achieve sustainable competitive advantage.

Risk Management Strategy on Financial Performance of Micro Finance Institutions in Uganda: A Case of Rushere Savings and Credit Cooperative Organization in Kiruhura District

Microfinance institutions (MFIs) play a crucial role in promoting international and local development goals, especially in the context of poverty reduction, economic empowerment, and financial inclusion. MFIs provide financial services, such as microloans and savings accounts, to low-income individuals and small businesses. These services are intended to help people lift themselves out of poverty by providing access to capital for income generating activities. Many of the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals, such as no poverty, zero hunger, and gender equality, can be furthered through the work of MFIs. However, it's essential to note that the impact of MFIs varies depending on the specific institution, its approach, and the regulatory environment in which it operates. While microfinance has the potential to be a powerful tool for development, it is not a panacea and must be implemented effectively to achieve the desired outcomes. Consequently, MFIs face various risks in their operations, which impact their financial stability and ability to achieve their social and economic development goals. To manage these risks effectively, MFIs need to implement robust risk management strategies. The specific objective of carrying out this study was to examine the extent to which risk management influences the financial performance of Rushere Savings and Credit Cooperative Organization in Kiruhura Uganda. The research questions focused on risk assessment, diversification of portfolio, credit risk management, member education, technology risk management, and insurance risk coverage. This study was based on a quantitative research approach. The study was underpinned by the modern portfolio theory. A descriptive research design was used to obtain the responses that were later statistically described in quantified formats. The study considered a target population of 160 people from which a sample size of 127 respondents was selected for this study. Both Stratified proportionate sampling and simple random sampling techniques were used to select individual respondents in their strata. Structured self-administered questionnaires were used for primary data collection. Data was analyzed by the use of inferential statistics with the aid of Statistical Package for Social Scientists (SPSS) version 24.0. The study established a significant positive relationship between risk management and financial performance (β1=-124, p=0.000<0.05). The study concluded that there is a strong positive relationship between risk management and financial performance. The study recommended the implementation of risk management strategies to enhance the performance of SACCOs. Keywords: Risk Management, Performance, Strategy, SACCOs

Board of Directors Diversity and Team behavior Integration Effects on Private Higher Education Institutional Performance in China

Board of Directors Diversity and Team behavior Integration Effects on Private Higher Education Institutional Performance in China

First and second-generation commercial banks in Bangladesh: A comparative financial analysis

Purpose: This study assesses the overall performance of commercial banks in Bangladesh by classifying them into first- and second-generation groups. Research Methodology: The investigation encompassed secondary data from 2016 to 2020, along with a meticulous examination of the ratios of ten banks during that timeframe. Standard software such as the Microsoft Office package was utilized for conducting horizontal, vertical, and rational analyses. Return on assets (ROA), return on equity (ROE), and net profit margins are the primary metrics used to assess overall performance. Results: Research indicates that the first generation excels in certain instances, while the second generation performs at its peak capacity in other cases. Therefore, a comprehensive outcome exists. Implications: These indicators offer a concise and influential message to all stakeholders that may shape their decision-making process. Limitations: It may be beneficial to consider a longer timeframe and gather insights from interviews with industry professionals for subsequent studies. Other factors to consider include customer insights, industry conditions, the nation's economy, monetary policy, and the global trade situation. Novelty: This study focuses on the influence of employee retention on organizational performance in a service-oriented government institution.

Motivation, work experience, and teacher performance: A comparative study

This research study investigates the effect of intrinsic and extrinsic motivation on employee performance, with a specific focus on the moderating role of employees' work experience. This investigation utilizes a proposed framework, focusing on higher educational institutions in West Bengal, India. It contributes to the human resource management field by comparing teacher performance in private and government academic institutions based on their motivation levels. The study employs a quantitative approach, collecting data from 250 teachers in West Bengal, India, using a structured questionnaire. The dataset underwent analysis employing Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) due to its inherent capacity to accommodate smaller sample sizes while delivering precise and insightful outcomes. The results indicate a strong positive relationship between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation and teacher performance in both types of institutions. Work experience moderates the connection between intrinsic motivation and performance in both sectors but has no significant impact on the relationship between extrinsic motivation and performance in private academic institutions. This study links a gap in the literature by empirically exploring the impact of teacher motivation on their performance and provides valuable insights into the complex interplay among motivation, work experience, and performance. Practically, it emphasizes the importance of employee motivation and accumulated work experience in enhancing performance. This study attempts to underscore the role of work experience as a moderating variable, thereby contributing to the novel discourse in the educational landscape of the post-pandemic era. The findings demand to identification of diverse organizational developmental drivers as work experience does not exhibit a strong mediation effect. However, limitations such as potential response bias should be considered in future research in this area.

Governance, institutions, and climate change resilience in Sub-Saharan Africa: assessing the threshold effects

The concerns about institutional weakness in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) are central to the discussion on environmental degradation in the region. This study employs a robust dynamic panel data estimator to explore the relationships between institutions, governance, and environmental quality, focusing on the ecological footprint of 25 SSA nations from 1990 to 2020. The results reveal the threshold effects of the interaction between institutions and governance, following an inverted U-shape pattern. This suggests that beyond a certain ecological footprint, increased interaction between institutions and governance leads to a decrease in ecological footprint. Additionally, high institutional quality (IQ) is associated with a lower environmental impact, while improved governance contributes to mitigating the decline in institutional performance. The panel causality tests among the variables and control components indicate a one-way causal relationship from ecological footprint to governance, infrastructural development, and energy use. Conversely, a feedback causal relationship exists between IQ, industrialization, and ecological footprints. Policymakers should prioritize investments in energy consumption that align with environmental quality, ensuring efficient use of energy budgets through coordinated planning, execution, and transfer of sound energy practices to prevent duplication of efforts.

Comprehensive visualization of bariatric surgery and gut microbiota research: a global analysis

BackgroundIn recent years, there has been a noteworthy increase in research exploring the relationship between gut microbiota and bariatric surgery. This increase can be attributed to the growing recognition of the importance of gut microbiota in diverse health issues, such as obesity, and its alterations following bariatric surgery. Consequently, this study seeks to employ bibliometric analysis to show the current research landscape and identify key areas of focus for future investigations on the link between bariatric surgery and gut microbiota.MethodsWe conducted a comprehensive search of the Scopus database to gather literature concerning bariatric surgery and its impact on the gut microbiota. The search encompassed documents published between 2009 and 2023. To analyze the bibliometric data, we employed diverse metrics, including publication count, citation count, and evaluation of the performance of countries, institutions, and journals. Additionally, we utilized VOSviewer to visually present the findings.ResultsA total of 555 articles focused on the correlation between bariatric surgery and the gut microbiota. Original research articles constituted 55.32% of all publications on this topic, followed by reviews at 37.30%. The leading countries in terms of publication volume were the USA (n = 156; 28.11%), China (n = 73; 13.15%), and the UK (n = 52; 9.37%). Co-occurrence analysis highlighted three main clusters of research topics: (1) the impact of bariatric surgery on the gut microbiota composition in relation to obesity remission, (2) the relationship between glucose metabolism, circulating bile acids, gut hormones, and gut microbiome remodeling, and (3) the connections between alterations in the gut microbiota and insulin resistance.ConclusionsOngoing research has investigated the connection between bariatric surgery and the gut microbiota, providing new perspectives on metabolic improvements after surgery. Further studies are necessary to comprehensively grasp how bariatric procedures influence the gut microbiota and to formulate precise interventions aimed at optimizing the health advantages of surgery.

Analysis of the Impact of Enterprise Environmental, Social and Governance Performance on High-quality Development: Taking Industrial and Commercial Bank of China as an Example

ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) advocates the transformation of enterprises from the pursuit of their own interests to the pursuit of social value maximization, which is highly consistent with the high-quality development goals, and is an effective starting point for enterprises to practice the new development concept and promote high-quality development. Under the “Dual Carbon” target, China has successively issued a series of measures to support the development of ESG. However, due to the short development time, the current domestic ESG standards are not unified, and the degree of improvement also needs to be improved. The mechanism of how to use ESG performance to promote high-quality development is not clear. This paper discusses the mechanism of the ESG performance on high-quality development in the three dimensions of environment, society and governance. Research shows that in the financial industry, for large financial institutions such as industrial and Commercial Bank of China, social responsibility has the highest weight of social responsibility, indicating that the performance of banks and financial institutions in the social level is much attention. The weight of environmental and corporate governance dimensions is relatively low, but still important. Financial institutions need to consider their environmental impact and sustainability while pursuing economic benefits. Corporate governance responsibility involves the internal governance structure, transparency, compliance, and risk management of the company, which are key factors in maintaining long-term stability and trust.

The Effect of Employee Competence, Job Placement, and Career Development on Employee Performance at the Medan Belawan Primary Tax Service Office

This study investigates the influence of employee competency, job placement, and career development on employee performance at the Medan Belawan Pratama Tax Service Office. The survey method is used to collect data from respondents who are tax officials. The results of multiple regression analysis show that employee competency, job placement, and career development have a significant influence on employee performance. These findings highlight the importance of competency development, appropriate placement, and career development programs in improving employee performance in government institutions. Managerial implications and recommendations for future research are also discussed.

Extremes of Emergency Department Boarding are Associated With Poorer Financial Performance Among Hospitals.

Boarding emergency department (ED) patients is associated with reductions in quality of care, patient safety and experience, and ED operational efficiency. However, ED boarding is ultimately reflective of inefficiencies in hospital capacity management. The ability of a hospital to accommodate variability in patient flow presumably affects its financial performance, but this relationship is not well studied. We investigated the relationship between ED boarding and hospital financial performance measures. Our objective was to see if there was an association between key financial measures of business performance and limitations in patient progression efficiency, as evidenced by ED boarding. Cross-sectional ED operational data were collected from the Emergency Department Benchmarking Alliance, a voluntarily self-reporting operational database that includes 54% of EDs in the United States. Freestanding EDs, pediatric EDs and EDs with missing boarding data were excluded. The key operational outcome variable was boarding time. We reviewed the financial information of these nonprofit institutions by accessing their Internal Revenue Service Form 990. We examined standard measures of financial performance, including return on equity, total margin, total asset turnover, and equity multiplier (EM). We studied these associations using quantile regressions of added ED volume, ED admission percentage, urban versus nonurban ED site location, trauma status, and percentage of the population receiving Medicare and Medicaid as covariates in the regression models. Operational data were available for 892 EDs from 31 states. Of those, 127 reported a Form 990 in the year corresponding to the ED boarding measures. Median boarding time across EDs was 148min (interquartile range [IQR]: 100-216). A significant relationship exists between boarding and the EM, along with a negative association with the hospital's total profit margin in the highest-performing hospitals (by profit margin percentage). After adjusting for the covariates in the regression model, we found that for every 10min above 90min of boarding, the mean EM for the top quartile increased from 245.8% to 249.5% (p <.001). In hospitals in the top 90th percentile of total margin, every 10min beyond the median ED boarding interval led to a decrease in total margin of 0.24%. Using the largest available national registry of ED operational data and concordant nonprofit financial reports, higher boarding among the highest-profitability hospitals (i.e., top 10%) is associated with a drag on profit margin, while hospitals with the highest boarding are associated with the highest leverage (i.e., indicated by the EM). These relationships suggest an association between a key ED indicator of hospital capacity management and overall institutional financial performance.

PEMANFAATAN TEKNOLOGI INFORMASI DAN KOMUNIKASI DALAM LAYANAN ADMINISTRASI AKADEMIK TERHADAP PENINGKATAN KINERJA DI SMA NEGERI KOTA JAMBI

The purpose of this research is to explain the performance of the school institution that uses the management of academic information system (AIS management effectiveness, Culture ICT, ICT facilities and the quality of the Human resources) on the performance of the institution; partially include: effectiveness of management on the performance of Academic Information Systems agencies; ICT culture on the performance of the institution; availability of ICT facilities for the performance of the institution; and quality of human resources Academic Information System on the performance of the institution. This study used a descriptive analytical method. The data used are primary and secondary data obtained through surveys and documentation. The data analysis techniques-quantitative analysis examines the effectiveness of management, ICT culture, availability of ICT facilities, and quality of human resources for the school's performance and its impact on the academic achievement of students in schools in the city of Jambi, as object of study. Keyword: Information communication and technology (ICT), effectiveness, school performance

Appraisal System and Employee Performance: A Qualitative Study in The Education Sector

Higher education institutions offer the advanced training required for a wide range of professions, including educators, physicians, nurses, engineers, humanists, business owners, and social scientists. In addition, HEIs also provide the high-level skills required for every labor market. Faculty members in HEIs are the source of delivering better education. Hence, the study aims to increase faculty members' performance in HEIs. This study uses the qualitative research approach to investigate the relationship between performance appraisal and faculty members' performance in higher education institutions (HEIs). The research data is collected from the faculty members of the HEIs, and the content analysis of the interviews is utilized as the primary data analysis method. The study's findings indicate the positive effects of the performance appraisal system in universities on the performance of faculty members and universities. The research highlights the importance of implementing an effective performance appraisal system that promotes faculty members' professional growth and contributes to the institution's overall success.

HOUSEHOLD FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO SPORTS BETTING AND THEIR EFFECT ON STUDENTS’ ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN TERTIARY INSTITUTION, IN MANDERA COUNTY, KENYA; A CROSS SECTIONAL STUDY.

Background: This study aims to examine household factors contributing to sports betting and their effect on students’ academic performance in tertiary institutions, in Mandera County, Kenya. Methodology: The study used both qualitative and quantitative methods with a descriptive research design. A total of 94 students were included using the systematic sampling method. Questionnaires and interview surveys were used to obtain primary data. Data collected will be analyzed using SPSS and then interpreted using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: Most students were males (61.7%) in their first year of study. The results obtained showed that source of income (livestock keeping at 36% or crop farming at 28%), history of winning money from betting (78.7%) and being sponsored by parents (73.4%) were the major factors associated with sports betting. A large percentage of the students (84.1%) who were betting got a poor grade point average of D, Possession of smartphones (89.4%), media advertisements (44.7%), and a combination of unlimited internet access, attractive media advertisements, and ease of access to credit (73.4%) were the combination of contributing factors for students’ involvement in mostly online sports betting (95.7%). Conclusion: The study found that there is laxity in the implementation and effectiveness of sports betting mitigation measures in tertiary institutions, with no honesty by bettors when asked about the mandatory requirement of being above 18 years of age. It was suggested that regulation of credit companies to moderate credit access and clearing operators once they fully protect users were the main measures that could reduce the harmful effects of sports betting in tertiary institutions. Recommendation: It is recommended that education on the effects of gambling and its addiction among students should be incorporated into tertiary institution programs. Further, amendments should be made to by-laws and regulations to limit sports betting in tertiary institutions.

The Degree of Availability of Leadership Skills among Public Secondary School Principals in yhe University District / the Capital Amman and its Relationship to the Degree of Improvement in Job Satisfaction

The study aimed to find out the degree of availability of leadership skills among public secondary school principals in improving the level of job jobsatisfaction among employecs. The descriptive correlational methodology was used. A questionnaire was used as atool of the study after ensuring its validity and reliability. The study sample consisted of (414) employees from both seses, in the public secondary schools / the University District for the academic year (2020/2021). They were drawn randomly by using stratified random sample method. The results showed that principals had good leadershipskills, and were in descending order as follows: technical, intellectual, human and administrative skills. As for job satisfaction, satisfaction with wages among secondary school employees was at a moderate degree, and satisfaction with the work environment, leadership and supervision style were at a good degree. There was a strong positive correlation between the leadership skills possessed by the principal and the degree of job satisfaction of employees. The most prominent recommendations were to design and implement training programs for leadership skills and enhance the practical aspects thereof- It also reconsidered the salary scale for teachers and the necessity of developing follow-up of institutional performance through the application of balanced performance (BSC).