Local Companies Research Articles

Investigating the role of brand love on brand advocacy in the local eco hijab fashion industry

Purpose The study analyzes brand love in local eco-hijab fashion (LEHF) by discussing the value of collectivism, fashion consciousness, environmental value, religiosity and brand advocacy. LEHF becomes the trend pursued by consumers, so this can create market opportunities to optimize marketing strategies. The focus on LEHF in a sustainable fashion would allow local businesses to develop local values-based companies. This study uses the value attitude-behavior model to analyze data. Design/methodology/approach This research uses a quantitative survey to obtain data. The questionnaire is spread to 300 respondents with a purposive sampling approach, especially respondents who have worn LEHF. Findings This study shows that collectivism values, fashion consciousness, environmental values and religiosity influence brand love, while brand love influences brand advocacy related to LEHF. On the other hand, consumers are the target market with a fashion consciousness to follow the trend of hijab clothes. This also shows they wear clothes to fulfill religious values while prioritizing the latest styles. Research limitations/implications Since this study focuses on LEHF, this product is only relevant to hijab fashion. This takes into account the potential of Muslim-dominated Indonesian society. The fashion category can be enlarged to include more local products in future studies. A large selection of goods may promote greater use of regional interests. Practical implications For business actors, particularly micro and medium firms that are just starting to grow to support the local hijab fashion industry company, this research has managerial implications. This presents a chance for business actors to improve the local economy and opens doors for establishing more employment possibilities. The growth of the regional hijab fashion market offers an opportunity to satisfy the demands of customers who favor regional goods. Brand love in LEHF may foster business revenue growth and help local firms compete favorably with international brands. Marketers for LEHF are anticipated to intensify their efforts to advance socialism, the environment and fashion sensibility. Additionally, LEHF marketers emphasize the importance of religiosity when promoting their products to the target population. Marketers are also aware that the study’s environment is Indonesia, which has 90% Muslim population. Marketers have an excellent opportunity to maximize this scenario. Social implications This study also had social implications. The goal of producing locally made eco-hijabs is to benefit nearby communities and the environment. This aligns with the more general objectives of ethical and sustainable fashion. Sustainable methods are used in production, such as using eco-friendly colors, water conservation and waste reduction. Sustainable manufacturing methods are designed to reduce their adverse effects on the environment and encourage ethical production. Empowerment and community engagement may be involved in the manufacturing of locally-made eco-hijabs. This can entail educating and hiring regional craftspeople or incorporating neighborhood residents in manufacturing. Originality/value The study focuses on religiosity and environmental value to further analyze its influence on LEHF. The context of the products analyzed in this study is LEHF, which prioritized local production and strengthened local wisdom through pro-environment. The study used the VAB (value, attitude, behavior) model to analyze the concept.

Bye-Bye Mr Postman: A Consideration of the Electronic Delivery of Notices in Terms of the National Credit Act 34 of 2005

The outbreak of the Coronavirus pandemic in South Africa prompted many local companies to consider new ways of conducting business without compromising the legality and compliance aspect of operations. The COVID-19 national lockdown and related restrictions posed a huge challenge in litigious proceedings, in particular with the delivery of legal notices. In South Africa most legislations, such as the National Credit Act 34 of 2005, require the physical delivery of legal notices by registered post or by the Sheriff of the Court. The requirement of physical delivery proved difficult during the pandemic due to the existence of various restrictions such as the need for social distancing and the limitations on travel. Electronic delivery consequently became an alternative tool for satisfying the delivery requirement. The electronic delivery of legal notices ensured that notices were correctly delivered to recipients in a timely and cost effective manner. Today the move to the use of electronic services and e-delivery has become more prevalent across all business sectors. However, national legislation has failed to develop in this regard, as most Acts still require the delivery of notices by registered post. This dichotomy has given rise to questioning the legitimacy and security of electronically delivered notices, and to a need to examine whether the time has arisen for legislative change in this position.

Study on steam energy efficiency enhancement, cost management and CO2 emissions in the food industry

Malaysia’s energy intensity per unit GDP has been increasing since the 1990s, leading to the government’s efforts to promote energy efficiency via policies and initiatives such as Energy Performance Contracting (EPC). Additionally, the industrial sector in Malaysia consumed 28% of total final energy in 2018, placing it as the country’s second-largest final energy consumer [1]. This case study focuses on improving energy efficiency in the steam system of an existing plant in the food industry in Malaysia. This work was performed in collaboration with a local Energy Service Company (ESCO) to study the existing steam system, recognize its process requirements and constraints and consequently propose and evaluate retrofit opportunities. These opportunities were evaluated across 3 performance parameters (power output or energy savings, cost savings and CO2 emissions savings). Simulations were performed using the Steam System Modeler Tool (SSMT). The study found that Combined Heat and Power (CHP) was not feasible due to a combination of low steam pressure and flowrate available in the system. However, the study also found that improving condensate recovery coupled with condensate flashing from the high pressure to low pressure header offered the highest increments in overall performance.

Evaluating compliance with track and trace and other regulations in Pakistan's cigarette market.

To control the illicit cigarette market, the government of Pakistan adopted a Tracking and Tracing System (TTS) that was fully operational by July 2022, despite many roadblocks. By this date, major tobacco companies had either registered their brands with the tax authority and/or installed TTS. This paper is the first to evaluate the degree of compliance with the TTS by evaluating the extent and nature of illicit trade in tobacco products. We use randomised sampling to collect cigarette packs from waste recycling stores located in the ten most populous cities of Pakistan, to evaluate illicit trade penetration. Almost a third of the packs collected did not bear a tax stamp, mostly due to the lack of compliance by local companies, confirming a recent review of the TTS implementation by the Federal Bureau of Revenue (FBR). Even the largest companies that ostensibly adopted the TTS did not fully comply with the system, signalling poor enforcement. This is a missed opportunity, since a well-functioning TTS combined with proper enforcement is an effective means of controlling illicit tobacco trade, boosting tax revenue and improving public health. However, the enforcement should not be limited to the TTS since 23.6% of packs did not comply with other regulatory requirements.

Investment Research of China Medical Device Industry under the Concept of Corporate Finance — Take Yuyue Medical Co., Ltd. as Example

With the optimization of China’s healthcare policy, the rise of the aging population, the increasing health awareness of society, and the impact of the global epidemic, China’s medical device industry has become a key market for investors. However, compared with the mature and well-funded medical device companies in overseas developed countries, China’s local medical device companies have apparent disadvantages and jumping battles. Yuyue Medical Co., Ltd. is a prominent player in the medical device industry in China, having sustained a significant profit margin over an extended period. Its profitability has changed over the post-epidemic period, in any case. Given Yuyue Medical Co., Ltd.’s exceptional standing in the medical equipment sector, an analysis of the company as an industry investment case makes sense. Based on Yuyue Medical Co., Ltd. as the industry investment benchmark, the study analyses the industry’s competitive development situation, financial performance, and impact on the external environment by adopting Porter’s Five Forces, ratio analysis, and PESTEL. The study found that China’s medical device industry has growth potential due to the low bargaining power of customers and suppliers, high technological barriers, and low threat of substitution by new entrants. Yuyue Medical Co., Ltd. has healthy financial performance and several advantages from the external environment, so Yuyue Medical Co., Ltd. is worthy of investment.

Customer Satisfaction Towards Social Media with Special Reference to Uthangarai Taluk

Social media is an essential component of today's world. It allows people to stay connected and share their ideas, thoughts, and opinions with others in a safe and secure setting. It can also be used to promote companies, organizations, and causes, as well as to keep up with current events and trends. Social media can help us develop relationships with others by allowing us to communicate with people from all over the world and form meaningful connections. Finally, it can serve as a platform for self-expression, allowing us to be creative while also sharing our thoughts and experiences with others. The goal of this study is to assess customer satisfaction with social media usage in Uthangarai Taluk. It seeks to uncover critical elements influencing client perceptions and prospects while collaborating with local companies online. Method: This study used both primary and secondary data to assess customer satisfaction with social media in Uthangarai Taluk. A sample size of 100 respondents was chosen to capture information about their experiences and expectations, ensuring a thorough investigation of the local context. This combination strategy is intended to improve the reliability and depth of the findings. According to the study, the majority of customers in Uthangarai Taluk are active on social media, with a preference for platforms such as Facebook and WhatsApp. Prompt responses and appropriate local material are key drivers of happiness, yet delayed customer service can cause dissatisfaction as well. Overall, social media has a substantial influence on purchasing decisions and customer trust.

Assessment of the Quality, Bioactive Compounds, and Antimicrobial Activity of Egyptian, Ethiopian, and Syrian Black Cumin Oils

Background: The oils obtained from the seeds of Nigella sativa, also named black cumin, are rich in bioactive compounds that strengthen immunity and support human health. This study aimed to compare Nigella sativa oils pressed from Egyptian (Eg-NSSO), Ethiopian (Et-NSSO), and Syrian (Sy-NSSO) seeds. Methods: The analyzed oils were obtained from a local company. The content of phenolic compounds, tocochromanols, phytosterols, volatile compounds, triglycerides, and fatty acids composition was determined using chromatographic methods. The oxidative stability was determined by Rancimat technique as well as the determination of DPPH and ABTS scavenging activity. As an assessment of bioactivity, the antimicrobial and anti-aflatoxigenic properties of oils were evaluated. Results: Ethiopian oil had highest content of phenolic compounds, flavonoids, phytosterols, and tocochromanols and was characterized by the longest induction period (IP = 7.89 h). The share of thymoquinone was the highest in Ethiopian oil (34.84%), followed by Egyptian (27.36%), then Syrian (22.59%). Ethiopian oil recorded a high antibacterial activity, while Egyptian oil showed a unique antifungal activity against toxigenic fungi. Aflatoxins’ secretion into liquid medium containing NSSO was reduced, especially with Egyptian oil.

აზოტის გამოყენება ნავთობისა და გაზის ოპერაციებში

The article discusses several options for nitrogen application in the oil and gas industry. Nitrogen gas is useful in maintaining formation pressure in oil fields, expelling gas from the gas cap, stimulating steeply inclined formations, cyclic exploitation of gas condensate deposits, Completion of wells, Cleaning of wells with Coiled Tubing, Circulatimg low pressure reservoir wells with foam.Described experience of local oil and gas companies in Georgia utilizing nitrogen pumping in welltesting and stimulation.

Local Ventures’ Shared Leadership Persuasion: How Knowledge Sharing and Interactive Work Culture Influence Employees’ Innovation

This research investigates the effect of shared leadership on employee innovation and the mediating and moderating roles of knowledge-sharing and interactive work culture in the relationship between shared leadership and employee innovation. A total of 840 respondents from 120 local beverage companies in three provinces in Indonesia were selected using purposive sampling. The survey instruments were initially tested for validity and reliability as a preliminary analysis. Data obtained during the survey were then analyzed using the hierarchical regression method with Statistical Package for the Social Science (SPSS). This research reveals that shared leadership positively affects knowledge sharing and employee innovation. In addition, knowledge sharing partially mediates the relationship, while interactive work culture moderates the relationship between shared leadership and employee innovation behavior. This study is among the first to discuss the relationship between shared leadership and employees’ innovative behavior using knowledge sharing as a mediator and interactive work culture as a moderator in the context of local beverage companies in Indonesia.

Increasing The Effectiveness And Efficiency Of Local Msme Consignment Cooperation With The Vendor System

MSMEs have an important role in the Indonesian economy but face challenges in adapting to the digital era and establishing effective collaboration with retail companies. This research aims to develop and evaluate a vendor portal system that can overcome this challenge by increasing the effectiveness and efficiency of consignment collaboration between local MSMEs and retail companies. Using qualitative descriptive methods, this research analyzes the impact of implementing a vendor portal system on consignment business processes, including operational efficiency, transparency, and collaboration between both parties. The research results show that the vendor portal system has succeeded in increasing operational efficiency, providing real-time transparency of sales and inventory data, and facilitating better communication between MSMEs and retail companies. Apart from that, this system also supports government programs in encouraging MSMEs to "Go Digital" and "Upgrade"

<b>Accelerating Firm’s Operational Performance through GSCM Practices and Lean Management: A Case of the Textile Sector of Karachi</b>

Sustainable performance remains a debate among the business community however, achieving it remains a challenge. Globally, firms have incorporated different initiatives to gain efficiency and effectiveness, but developing nations are still in transit. Operationalization of green initiatives to gain operational performance was rare in Asian literature and practice. Therefore, this study was conducted to examine the role of green supply chain management practices that impact a firm’s operational performance and the mediating role of lean management in the textile sector of Karachi. A quantitative method was used in this research study and data were collected from 184 respondents from the textile sector of Karachi through a convenience sampling technique. The data were analyzed by partial least structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) through Smart PLS 3.0. The results indicated that lean management significantly mediates the relationship between green manufacturing, green procurement, and operational performance. Whereas eco-design without lean management does not positively affects operational performance. This study recommends local companies adopt green practices religiously to compete internationally and to educate workers and suppliers about the importance of using these practices.

Smart Farming for Sustainable Agriculture: A Case Study through Korean Public TVET

This study aims to present implications for sustainable education and training of the agricultural workforce. It introduces the case of a smart farm learning factory as an educational facility at Korea Polytechnics. Learning factory refers to the practical experience gained using the knowledge acquired in engineering education to solve problems in the actual work field. For this study, we analyzed the smart farm case of Hongseong Campus of Korea Polytechnics, a government-funded vocational education institution in Korea. The research questions are as follows. First, what is the purpose of establishing a smart farm education and training facility? Secondly, what is the performance of the facility? Thirdly, what are the implications of the Korean smart farm for sustainable TEVT? As a result of analyzing the case, the purpose of establishing the facility was to improve the practical capabilities of convergence technologies used in machinery, automation, industrial facilities, and electrical departments. Additionally, the performance has been found to serve as the foundation for project-based learning subjects that incorporate convergence education, and companies have been able to reduce training costs and contribute to sales profits by using this facility to train employees. Finally, the implication of sustainable TVET through smart farm cases is that it has provided a way to enhance the effectiveness of teaching and learning guidance at agricultural sites, create educational resources that can utilize advanced agricultural technologies for sustainable development, and actively cooperate and collaborate with educational institutions, governments, and local companies.

Sustainable Development Strategy of Enterprises in International Markets: Opportunities and Challenges

A sustainable development strategy for businesses in international markets is crucial for achieving success in the globalized world. Scholars and practitioners emphasize that companies must pay attention to the economic, social, and environmental aspects of sustainable development. This implies the importance of developing strategies that help ensure economic profitability, maintain relationships with stakeholders, and reduce negative impacts on the environment. The experts' attention is focused on the performance of Ukrainian companies in international markets in the period from 2022 to 2024, during the full-scale aggression against Ukraine. Due to the significant obstacles and barriers that currently exist, these companies need support for sustainable development in international markets. In our research, we have developed new strategies to ensure the sustainable development of Ukrainian enterprises. These approaches cover various areas of activity, including the following aspects: establishing crisis communication with customers and stakeholders, who are provided with important information about the market situation and the company's actions; expanding international marketing by searching for new markets for products and services to reduce dependence on specific markets and risks; increasing sales through intensified marketing activities, market analysis and search for new opportunities for sales growth; building a positive image of the company through information and communication activities; ensuring competitiveness in the international market by improving goods and services. The study segmented the markets of grain importers and identified Segment A, which does not require financial investments in its development. This segment consists of the markets of Spain, China, and Romania, where grain importers in 2023 were characterized by significant purchases and successful market operations. Segment B includes the markets of Egypt, Turkey, Italy, the Netherlands, Poland, Hungary, Portugal, Bangladesh, Israel, Germany, Lebanon, Tunisia, and Indonesia, where investments are needed to develop the promotion of goods and services, in particular, to improve marketing strategies, build partnerships with local companies and organizations, and implement innovative production technologies. Segment C included a set of markets that were assessed by several indicators, and eight international markets were identified as potential import partners: Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Algeria, Morocco, Malaysia, the United Kingdom, and Thailand. In assessing the attractiveness of new international markets, it was found that the markets of Korea, Malaysia, and the United Kingdom are the most suitable for Ukrainian enterprises. In this regard, we have developed recommendations on the strategy of marketing international business diversification of Ukrainian companies in these markets. If these recommendations are followed and a strategic approach to international diversification is applied, Ukrainian companies can successfully expand their business presence in South Korea, Malaysia, and the United Kingdom. Keywords: international diversification, sustainable development strategy, sales volumes, information and communication activities, potential import partners, attractiveness of new international markets, market convergence.

Implementing an entrepreneurial mindset through activities in recycling course

There is an urgent need to connect theoretical knowledge acquired in engineering courses with practical, real-world applications to promote knowledge sustainability. To address this need, an entrepreneurially minded learning (EML) approach was implemented in an elective course titled Recycling of Advanced Engineering Materials. This approach enables students to explore the phases and interactions involved in product development by formulating and communicating requirements and solutions that consider both societal benefits and economic constraints, reflecting the entrepreneurial mindset behaviors outlined by the Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network (KEEN). The EML activities included hands-on recycling experiences and visits to local recycling companies, emphasizing motivation and overcoming conceptual learning barriers while enhancing students' entrepreneurial knowledge and reasoning skills. This study analyzed students' performance in exams, class discussions, and term projects alongside their perceptions of the engagement activities. Survey questions were designed to assess the impact of these activities on the development of students' entrepreneurial knowledge and abilities, utilizing a Likert scale for responses. Results from survey questions indicated that the EML approach significantly enhanced students' entrepreneurial knowledge and reasoning abilities, motivating them to engage in critical thinking and self-directed learning to address real-world challenges.

Effect of Capital Deductions on the Financial Performance of Listed Companies at the Nairobi Securities Exchange in Kenya

Purpose: Shareholders’ wealth maximization is a priority objective of every corporate entity. The issue of corporate tax planning and firm value is gaining relevance following the recent financial crises which resulted in the increasing collapse of global and local companies. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of capital deductions on the financial performance of companies listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE) in Kenya. The study was anchored on signaling theory. Methodology: The study adopted both explanatory and longitudinal research. Secondary data for the study for the period between 2013-2022 was extracted from annual financial statements of 57 listed firms targeted for analysis. The data for the study was analyzed through descriptive and inferential statistics using statistical techniques including Pearson correlation coefficient and regression analysis. All the analyses were done using the STATA version 13.0 Pearson correlation results revealed a significant association between study variables and financial performance. Multiple Linear regression model was used to analyze relationships and the effect of the study variables. Results: The study findings established that capital deductions (β = 0.844, p-value = 0.000, <0.05) have a positive and significant effect on financial performance. The study contributes to knowledge by revealing new insights that tax planning has a significant effect on financial performance of listed firms in Kenya. Specifically, it was established that capital deductions have a significant effect on financial performance of listed firms. Conclusion: The study concludes that a holistic approach to tax planning and an optimal mix of tax planning strategies are important determinants and have a positive contributory effect on firm performance. The study recommends that companies’ management should strive to have an in-depth understanding of tax laws to take advantage of every opportunity that will reduce their tax liability thereby increasing their returns and value. The future researchers should explore the effect of Indirect tax incentives on financial performance.

Why Does Institutional Opening-up Promote the Enhancement of Innovation Capabilities in Chinese Enterprises?

China’s involvement in global economic governance has been a progressive and step-by-step ascent. While the domestic and international environment has undergone major changes, the process of economic globalization has taken on new trends, and China has entered a new stage of high-level opening up. This paper’s theoretical analysis suggests that high-level opening up helps enhance the quality of foreign capital utilization, thereby addressing the challenges associated with the lower technological benefits of previous foreign capital utilization and further facilitating the enhancement of innovation capabilities in Chinese enterprises. Guided by this theoretical framework, this study has measured the level of opening up in Chinese provinces from 2013 to 2022 using web crawling technology. Econometric tests conducted with Chinese enterprise panel data reveal that: firstly, First, it effectively promotes the improvement of the total innovation output of enterprises and significantly improves breakthrough innovation capabilities. This result still holds true under a series of robustness and endogeneity tests; secondly, it mainly improves local advantages and high-quality international The attraction of foreign capital and multinational companies enables local companies to achieve breakthroughs and catch-up in core technologies by learning and competing with advanced foreign companies, thereby enhancing their technological innovation capabilities; thirdly, for companies in different industries and different ownership attributes The impact of improving innovation capabilities may vary. This study helps promote a new paradigm of innovation-driven development in the context of high-level opening-up.

Enhancing the supercapacitive performance of soot material induced with manganese cobaltite (MnCo2O4) for supercapacitor application

Processing waste carbonaceous materials into useful products presents a sustainable alternative to its recovery. An effective and environmentally benign way of reusing such waste is to convert them into electrodes capable of supporting energy conversion reactions. This study introduces a cost-effective synthesis of a composite electrode for supercapacitor application using a waste carbonaceous soot obtained from Tema Steels Limited, a local steel manufacturing company in Ghana, having it subjected through thermal treatment at 500 °C and synergizing with annealed MnCo2O4 to augment the soot’s supercapacitive capabilities. The fabricated composite electrode comprises treated (thermally activated) soot combined with annealed MnCo2O4 material in 1:1 mass ratio, using a facile hydrothermal synthesis technique. Halogen like chlorine negatively affect the supercapacitive performance of soot, the as-received soot was subjected to a 500°C, 2-hour thermal treatment to optimize its performance, effectively reducing chlorine content from 4.1 to 2.1 at. weight percent and notably augmenting its specific surface area (SSA). SSA increased from 183.3 m2g−1 to 253.3 m2g−1, a 27.6 % increment after thermal treatment. The electrode’s supercapacitive performance was utilized using a 3 M KOH electrolyte solution employed in a three-electrode system. Attaining a current density of 3Ag−1, the composite electrode achieved a specific capacitance of 2818 Fg−1. The fabricated composite electrode demonstrated a stable charge/discharge capability by retaining around 87 % of its capacity after 10,000 cycles, establishing its practicality for applications in electrochemical storage.

The Emergence and Transformation of the Lithium-ion Battery Industry in Shenzhen

This paper has charted the dynamic evolution of Shenzhen's lithium-ion battery (LiB) industry through four distinctive stages, thereby elucidating the complex interplay between industrial growth, policy interventions, and technological advancements. The framework illustrated not only the vital role of resource pool at each stage of the LiB industry's evolution but also underscored how shifts in industry trends reciprocally influenced the structure of resource pool. In the first stage, the nascent LiB in Shenzhen was driven by local companies, operating on a traditional manufacturing model based on public knowledge. It benefited from the urban development advantages of Shenzhen, including its strategic location, industrial structure, and supportive government policies, setting the stage for subsequent evolution. The second stage marked the formation of a comprehensive industry chain, encompassing both upstream and downstream sectors, driven by the increasing demand for LiBs and the proliferation of consumer electronics manufacturing in Shenzhen. The expansion was not just in capacity but also in the scope, fostering a more interconnected and resilient industry ecosystem. The third stage witnessed a strategic shift from low value-added consumer electronic batteries to high value-added power batteries, propelled by national policy guidance and increased R&D investments. This shift was crucial in transitioning from conventional consumer electronics batteries to more sophisticated and lucrative energy solutions for automotive and industrial uses. The current stage, the fourth, is characterized by continuous innovation, talent development, and an emphasis on synergistic innovation between universities and enterprises. The establishment of intermediary organizations helped to promote the integration of resources and standardized division of labour within the innovation ecosystem. Throughout these stages, Shenzhen's LiB industry has navigated through varying challenges and opportunities, demonstrating remarkable adaptability and resilience. The LiB industry has continually responded to changes in the resource pool, adjusting interaction mechanisms to catalyse growth and innovation. Meanwhile, transformations in the industry have informed resource pool establishments, creating a dynamic feedback loop.

Could California's groundwater resource management lessons be beneficial to England?

In California, Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) are basin/catchment-specific water organizations mandated by the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act of 2014 to manage groundwater sustainably by 2040/2042. A GSA can charge replenishment fees for pumped groundwater and these fees can be used to: (a) monitor basin hydrologic conditions; (b) improve the water budget accuracy; (c) increase water availability through management actions and projects; (d) mitigate undesirable results; and/or (e) pay for activities including issuing allocations and limiting production to allocations. In England, housing is frequently proposed in river basin catchments that face water resource challenges. High profile examples are the Arun Valley and Cambridge. The current National Planning Policy Framework manages water resource planning strategically through water company Water Resource Management Plans or Environment Agency River Basin Management Plans. These processes can be slow to respond to development requirements. England might look to California's practices that require water users and developers to pay for ‘water credits’ or fees. This could involve a ‘Watermaster’ charged with local or catchment scale resource management and project implementation. This Watermaster could engage all stakeholders including the local water company, farmers, the Environment Agency and the local authority, none of whom is well positioned to act in isolation.

학생의 퀀텀점프 성장을 위한 대학의 마스터키 융합교육 전략

Objectives The purpose of this study is to establish a convergence education plan to quantum jump students from local private universities whose academic capabilities are gradually declining, to nurture them into talented individuals who can take on various challenges after graduation, and to establish detailed strategies to implement them. Methods Reflecting the internal needs of students for activating convergence education obtained through the survey results of previous research and external factors such as the situation of local private universities, the need for master key education, and the trend of introduction of minor degree in domestic universities, specific convergence education strategies that can be effectively applied in universities are presented step by step. Results The strategic steps of master-key convergence education proposed in this study are: 1. Using the convergence university as a convergence education platform. 2. Strengthening the basic academic capabilities of freshmen by reviewing middle and high school courses. 3. Exploring various majors by easily teaching non-majors the core contents of each department. 4. Opening a small-scale curriculum called ‘convergence module’ by combining subjects with common educational goals from one or more departments, and awarding nano-degree to students who complete it. 5. Universities, students and/or local companies create numerous convergence majors by combining various convergence modules according to their individual needs. Conclusions Through the master-key convergence education strategies proposed in this study, universities aiming to newly introduce convergence education or make significant changes in existing curriculum can establish effective convergence education plans that can be immediately implemented with minimal reorganization of the current curriculum.