Management Skills Research Articles

Understanding household food waste using a psychographic segmentation: the cautious-engage-creative framework

ABSTRACT Cultural norms, traditions and values shape household food waste behaviours, but this perspective has received little attention. This article investigates household food waste from a cultural perspective and proposes a novel cautious-engage-creative framework based on diverse cultural community values. We conducted 18 focus groups with 151 respondents. Seven culturally focused food behaviour profiles were identified, including two segments reported by previous research: health-conscious consumers and time-poor consumers. Some of our findings echo the existing literature confirming the link between household size, a lack of cooking skills, convenience-seeking behaviour and food waste. We contribute by presenting five additional segments, specifically comfort eaters, family meal organisers, feasters, novices and snack junkies. We suggest targeted interventions under the cautious-engage-creative framework based on dominant behaviour characteristics within a segment. The findings suggest that the ‘cautious’ approach involves never shopping hungry, using food lists and boxes, considering hybrid meal plans for guests and experimenting with small packs of new foods. The ‘engage’ strategy focuses on learning food management skills and engaging children in food-related discussions. The ‘creative’ approach involves making healthy meals, including strategies to manage cravings, buying bulk and freezing food. Practical suggestions outlined within the framework present actionable steps for reducing food waste.

The Sociotechnical Dynamics of Virtual Work-Integrated Learning in Journalism Education During the COVID-19 Pandemic

ABSTRACT This study explores how sociotechnical factors in a virtual work-integrated learning (WIL) environment influenced the development of practical journalism skills and professional socialisation of journalism students at a selected South African university during the COVID-19 pandemic. Using a university of technology as a case study, the data for this study were collected using focus group discussions with final-year journalism students and semi-structured in-depth interviews with their employers. The study finds that the COVID-19 pandemic forced WIL into a virtual format, which participants felt impacted their ability to develop essential journalism skills, including production, practical, and technological skills. The virtual nature of WIL also affected their professional socialisation, particularly in terms of interacting with colleagues and news sources and developing career management skills. As the demand for graduates with practical skills and professional socialisation increases, the importance of WIL also rises. The pandemic's impact on journalism provides an opportunity to rethink WIL's role and purpose within the curriculum, using the reflections of students and employers in this study.

Impact of sleep quality on academic achievements of undergraduate medical students: a cross-sectional study from Saudi Arabia

BackgroundSleep is an active process that affects human health and quality of life. Sleep is essential for learning and memory consolidation. Good sleep is required for good academic performance. Sleep disorders are common among medical students, due to the high academic load, stressful life, and hectic schedule. Therefore, this study aims to assess sleep quality among medical students.MethodsA cross-sectional study was conducted among medical students at King Khalid University by using the Pittsburgh sleep quality index (PSQI) to assess sleep duration, sleep efficiency, sleep latency, and global PSQI score. Participants were enrolled from second to sixth year. Bivariate and multivariate logistic regression were used to predict factors related to poor sleep quality.ResultsOut of 514 medical students, 453 (88.1%) of students exhibited poor sleep quality. Fourth year students were less likely to have poor sleep quality (AOR, 0.381; CI, 0.158–0.934) p = 0.035 and students with regular sleep schedule were more likely to be good sleepers (AOR,0.349; CI, 0.129–0.940) p = 0.037. Additionally, students who had more than five courses per semester more frequently had daytime sleepiness p = 0.03. However, Insufficient sleep was not significantly affected by factors like gender, different age groups, number of courses per semester, daytime sleeping, and students with varying Grade Point Averages (GPA).ConclusionPoor sleep quality is common among medical students, which may affect academic performance and general health. It is essential to educate them about good sleep hygiene and time management skills.

Identifying subgroups of teacher burnout in elementary and secondary schools: the effects of teacher experience, age and gender.

Teacher burnout is a serious problem that requires quick attention and management since it not only compromises educational quality but also strains schools' financial resources. The purpose of the present study was to profile burnout indicators for teachers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. A secondary goal was to evaluate the consistency of burnout profiles between elementary and secondary school teachers. Participants were 703 teachers who participated in the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS 2019) and were part of the measurement in Saudi Arabia and participated in this study. A series of nested latent class models were run using 1-6 classes to identify an optimal number of interpretable subgroups (latent classes) that best describe the latent construct of teacher burnout in the elementary and high school setting. The most important finding was that more than one-third of the teachers reported high levels of burnout irrespective of education level or gender. Furthermore, teachers' experience and age were positive predictors of burnout with older teachers having significantly elevated levels of burnout. Gender on the other hand did not play a significant moderating role in teachers' levels of burnout. Reducing the number of students in each class, reorganizing the administrative work that has to be done, adding more support personnel to classrooms, and increasing time management skills and tactics via professional development programs are all potential solutions that might help alleviate the problem of teacher burnout.

Assessing the Impact of the Current Pharmacy Education in the Attitudes of Early Career Pharmacists towards Leadership and Professional Identity in Nigeria

Background: The WHO nine-star pharmacist model as well as the Centre for the advancement of pharmacy Education (CAPE) Educational outcomes have recognised the concept of leadership as a crucial attribute for pharmacists. This emphasizes the need for pharmacy education to meet up with the goals, need, objectives and requirements of the profession. Objectives: Accordingly, the objective of our study was to investigate the impact of the current pharmacy education in the early career pharmacists towards leadership and professional identity in Nigeria. Methods: This was a cross-sectional survey of early-career pharmacists across the six geopolitical zones in Nigeria. In this study, early-career pharmacists were referred to licensed pharmacists with five or less years of practice. Results: 580 early career pharmacists participated in the study. From the study, 65.6% of the respondents noted that the pharmacy education prepared them effectively for leadership while 79.3% of the respondents noted that pharmacy education prepared and imbibed professional identity in them. The result of this study may be due to the improved curriculum in pharmacy education in Nigeria and also a deviation towards pharmaceutical care and PharmD program which highlights leadership, direct responsibility, clinical-oriented care and managerial skills as core values. This study suggested limited mentorship program and workload/ time constraints as key barriers to display leadership roles among early career pharmacists. From this study, 82.8% of our respondents suggest that the pharmacy education curriculum need adjustment to better prepare students for leadership roles. This may be due to the shift in paradigm from pharmacist being product-oriented to becoming patient-oriented and also with the rapid advancement in cutting-edge information technology and artificial intelligence (AI), the nature of pharmacist work has changed and thus job security is likely affected. Conclusion: The findings of our study showed that leadership has been moderately incorporated into the current pharmacy education in Nigeria but there is need to improve the curriculum by introducing early mentorship program, entrepreneurship and innovation, clinical and practical experiences as well as adopting an active teaching approach in leadership as this will enable effective leadership and professional identity demonstration across all levels and fields of pharmacy practice in Nigeria.

Barriers and Opportunities for MSME Development in Indonesia: Internal and External Perspectives

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have a strategic role in the Indonesian economy, contributing to GDP, creating jobs and reducing poverty. However, MSMEs in Indonesia face various challenges that hinder their development, such as limited managerial skills, lack of product innovation, and limited access to financing. This research aims to identify internal and external factors that influence the development of MSMEs in Indonesia and provide recommendations to support their growth. The approach used in this research is descriptive qualitative, with data collection methods through in-depth interviews, focus group discussions (FGD), and document studies in several large cities such as Jakarta, Bandung, Yogyakarta, and Surabaya. The research results show that the main internal factors hindering the development of MSMEs are a lack of managerial skills and product innovation. Meanwhile, external factors include limited access to financing and uneven government policies. Technology and digitalization provide excellent opportunities for MSMEs to increase their competitiveness, but limited digital skills remain an obstacle. In conclusion, managerial training, product innovation, and simplifying access to financing are necessary to encourage the growth of MSMEs. The government must also improve its socialization policy and ensure its implementation is evenly distributed throughout Indonesia.

Evolving skillsets of architecture, engineering and construction sector: unveiling the interplay between project management, BIM, strategic and operational skills

Evolving skillsets of architecture, engineering and construction sector: unveiling the interplay between project management, BIM, strategic and operational skills

The Impact of Teachers' Emotional Intelligence on Conflict Management in the Classroom: A Literature Study

The purpose of this study is to analysed the influence of teachers’ Emotional Intelligence (EI) on conflict management in the classroom. This study uses a literature review approach as the main method to collect, analysed, and synthesize information relevant to the topic of the influence of teachers’ emotional intelligence on conflict management in the classroom. It was found that teachers with high EI can recognize and manage emotional dynamics in the classroom. They are more effective in detecting potential conflicts, understanding students’ emotional needs, and designing strategies to manage behaviour. This supports the creation of an inclusive, productive, and low-stress learning environment. Teachers who can regulate their emotions tend to make wise decisions, reduce tension, and encourage harmonious conflict resolution. EI training has been shown to improve conflict management skills. Programs such as the RULER Approach are effective in creating a healthier educational ecosystem by reducing conflict in the classroom and improving the quality of learning.

The mediating role of individual adaptability in the relationship between psychological capital and psychological well-being: evidence from Uganda’s small enterprises

PurposeThis paper aims to investigate whether individual adaptability mediates the relationship between psychological capital and psychological well-being (PWB) of Ugandan small enterprise employees. Furthermore, the paper examines whether psychological capital and individual adaptability also affect PWB.Design/methodology/approachA cross-sectional survey design using a quantitative approach was used in this study. Data were collected from 726 employees of small enterprises in Uganda using a self-administered questionnaire. Data were analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Scientists and uploaded into AMOS version 23. The hypotheses were tested using the structural equation modelling technique.FindingsResults confirm that individual adaptability partially mediates the relationship between psychological capital and PWB. Findings further indicate that psychological capital is positively related to individual adaptability and that individual adaptability is positively related to PWB.Research limitations/implicationsFirst, the sample of this study consisted of employees working with small enterprises in Uganda with different demographic characteristics; thus, the generalizability of these findings to other sectors or contexts needs to be established. Secondly, the study was quantitative in nature. This study has managerial implications in a way that managers should have people management skills that support their employees to develop psychological capital and individual adaptability.Originality/valueThis study may be among the first to demonstrate that individual adaptability partially mediates the relationship between psychological capital and PWB in the context of small enterprise employees of Uganda, an African developing country. Consequently, this study contributes to both theory and literature via the broaden-and-build theory and the complex adaptive systems theory, hence adding to the scant existing literature on psychological capital, individual adaptability and PWB.

On a New Sustainable Energy Policy: Exploring a Macro-Meso-Micro Synthesis

This study examines the differences between the emerging new energy policy and its predecessor, offering guidelines for an integrated approach to support a rapid and sustainable energy transition. Using a bibliometric and qualitative integrative analysis of 360 scientific articles on energy policy, ecosystems, and entrepreneurship—supplemented by insights from 16 experts in the European energy sector and an in-depth analysis of 89 relevant business cases—this research identifies a significant shift in priorities. Traditional concerns, such as energy security, self-sufficiency, and market liberalization, are increasingly giving way to a focus on rapid, sustainable energy transitions and development at the macrolevel. The findings reveal that contemporary energy policies are progressively prioritizing integrated strategies across the macrolevel, mesolevel, and microlevel. At the macrolevel, policies are increasingly focused on enabling efficient transitions and promoting sustainable development within an ecosystemic framework. At the mesolevel, there is a growing emphasis on strengthening regional energy ecosystems. At the microlevel, the focus increasingly shifts toward empowering energy firms through innovative organizational strategies, technological advancements, and enhanced managerial practices. The proposed integrated energy policy aims to address these broader goals while fostering diverse energy ecosystems and communities at the mesolevel. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of empowering individual energy firms by enhancing their strategies, technological capabilities, and managerial skills. These improvements are essential for driving innovation, developing green business models, strengthening corporate social responsibility, and aligning with the principles of Resilience, Adaptability, Sustainability, and Inclusiveness (RASI).

An Exploratory Study on the Internet of Things (IoT) Practices on the Human Capital Development Within Tourism Village Business Continuity Management in Indonesia

This exploratory study investigates the role of Internet of Things (IoT) practices in enhancing human capital development within the framework of Business Continuity Management (BCM) for tourism village businesses in Indonesia. With a focus on the integration of IoT technologies such as smart devices, real-time data analytics, and automation, the study aims to understand how these innovations influence the skill development of local communities, improve workforce management, and contribute to sustainable business practices in the tourism sector. The research examines the ways in which IoT adoption facilitates enhanced training programs, improves decision-making capabilities, and fosters better management of tourism resources, thereby strengthening the resilience of tourism villages. Data were collected from key stakeholders, including tourism operators, local government officials, and community members, across several tourism villages in Bali and Java. The findings reveal that IoT practices are instrumental in equipping local employees with the necessary skills for digital marketing, resource management, and customer service, ensuring business continuity during both normal operations and crises. Additionally, IoT-driven solutions have been shown to improve operational efficiency and resource sustainability, which in turn supports long-term human capital development. The study concludes by highlighting the significance of IoT in fostering a digitally skilled workforce and enhancing the overall competitiveness of tourism villages in Indonesia.

The impact of job stress on the nursing profession: a comprehensive approach

IntroductionJob stress in nursing represents a significant challenge due to the particular characteristics of this profession. Nurses faced working conditions that include constant contact with processes of suffering, death and emotional overload, which impacted both their physical and mental health. In addition, factors such as long working hours, moonlighting and adverse working conditions intensified stress, affecting their quality of life and professional performance.DevelopmentThe phenomenon of work stress was first described by Hans Selye and comprises phases of alarm, resistance and exhaustion. In nursing, prolonged exposure to stress triggered physical health problems such as immunological, cardiovascular and metabolic alterations, together with psychological symptoms related to Burnout syndrome. This syndrome, characterized by emotional exhaustion and depersonalization, was associated with psychosocial factors such as excessive workload, rotating shifts and emotional demands derived from contact with patients in critical situations. Recent studies also highlighted the influence of the gender perspective, underlining the inequalities affecting women in this profession, such as unfavorable labor relations and greater exposure to risks.ConclusionJob stress in nursing is a complex problem that requires comprehensive strategies for its mitigation. The implementation of organizational policies that promote occupational health, along with the development of stress management skills and psychological support, proved crucial. This holistic approach would improve not only the quality of life of nurses, but also the care provided to patients and the sustainability of health systems

Pilot Study on the Assessment of Therapeutic Education in Children and Adolescents with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus.

Introduction: Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) is a chronic metabolic disorder primarily managed through insulin therapy, which is crucial for achieving optimal glycemic control in children and adolescents. Therapeutic education is essential, equipping patients and their families with the knowledge and skills necessary for effective self-management. This familial support plays a critical role in the success of therapy and in fostering an environment conducive to the child's self-management of the condition. A core objective of therapeutic education is the prevention of complications associated with T1DM. Children and adolescents are made aware of the importance of consistent disease management by receiving information about the potential consequences of prolonged metabolic dysregulation. Methods: The study employed a diagnostic survey method with a proprietary questionnaire consisting of a demographic section and 28 closed-ended questions. The survey was conducted between February and May 2024 at the Pediatric Diabetes and Pediatrics Clinical Department of the Polikarp Brudziński Independent Public Children's Clinical Hospital in Warsaw. A total of 100 valid responses were included. Data were analyzed using frequency analysis for categorical variables, descriptive statistics for quantitative data, and Pearson's Chi-squared test for relationship analysis. Results: Most parents (76%) initiated knowledge acquisition in diabetology departments. Group and individual training sessions were attended by 58% of respondents. Training frequency was predominantly daily (88%), and 92% of parents stressed the importance of consistent education. The vast majority (96%) of participants rated the training as well prepared, with 100% affirming that the education was adapted to their needs. Conclusions: Therapeutic education for children with T1DM is highly effective, particularly when integrating individual and group training sessions. Regular daily exercise is associated with higher levels of knowledge and skills in diabetes management. This emphasizes the importance of structured and frequent educational programs to optimize disease control, enhance familial support, and prevent complications, ultimately improving patient outcomes.

PERAN PERTEMUAN PENINGKATAN KAPASITAS KELUARGA PADA PENGELOLAAN KEUANGAN KELUARGA PENERIMA MANFAAT PROGRAM KELUARGA HARAPAN

This research aims to understand and describe the role of Family Capacity Building Meetings in financial management for Beneficiary Families of the Family Hope Program. Using qualitative descriptive research methods, the data collected consisted of primary data and secondary data. Primary data was obtained through interviews with three informants from PKH HR and 15 PKH KPM, as well as the results of field observations. Meanwhile, secondary data was collected through literature study and supporting literature. The data analysis technique used is qualitative analysis, which includes data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions, as explained by Miles and Huberman. The findings indicate that PKH human resources understand the objectives and benefits of the P2K2 program, resulting in a significant impact on enhancing the knowledge and financial management skills of KPM PKH. Through P2K2 meetings, KPMs gain additional insights into family financial management. However, challenges remain, as some KPMs struggle with financial management due to the instability of their monthly income.

Emergency Airway Management: A Systematic Review on the Effectiveness of Cognitive Aids in Improving Outcomes and Provider Performance.

Background/Objectives: Emergency airway management is a critical skill for healthcare professionals, particularly in life-threatening situations like "cannot intubate, cannot oxygenate" (CICO) scenarios. Errors and delays in airway management can lead to adverse outcomes, including hypoxia and death. Cognitive aids, such as checklists and algorithms, have been proposed as tools to improve decision-making, procedural competency, and non-technical skills in these high-stakes environments. This systematic review aims to evaluate the effectiveness of cognitive aids in enhancing emergency airway management skills among health professionals and trainees. Methods: A systematic search of MEDLINE, Embase, CINAHL, Cochrane Library, Scopus, Web of Science, and ClinicalTrials.gov was conducted from February to March 2024. Studies examining the use of cognitive aids, such as the Vortex method, the ASA difficult airway algorithm, and visual airway aids, in emergency airway scenarios were included. Outcomes assessed included decision-making speed, procedural success rates, and non-technical skills. Data were extracted using standardized protocols, and the quality of included studies was appraised. Results: Five studies met inclusion criteria, encompassing randomized controlled trials, controlled studies, and mixed-methods research. Cognitive aids improved decision-making times (reduced by 44.6 s), increased procedural success rates, and enhanced non-technical skills such as teamwork and crisis management. Participants reported reduced anxiety and improved confidence levels (self-efficacy scores increased by 1.9 points). The Vortex method and visual cognitive aids demonstrated particular effectiveness in simulated scenarios. Conclusions: Cognitive aids significantly enhance emergency airway management skills, improving performance, reducing errors, and increasing provider confidence. Integrating cognitive aids into training programs has the potential to improve patient safety and outcomes. Further research is needed to validate these findings in clinical settings and optimize cognitive aid design and implementation.

An exploration into the experiences of career provision by students in 21st century Nigeria

In 2014, illustrative case study research was conducted to examine existing careers guidance interventions available to two young people in different secondary schools in Nigeria. The aim was to explore their perceptions in terms of the subjective usefulness of those interventions in an educational and labour market context within a growing economy. Analysis indicated that as well as access to careers guidance being inconsistent, the experience of the participants was that the existing provision was not sufficient to support them to develop an appreciable degree of independence, and the career management skills required to meet the demands of the 21 st century labour market in particular, and life in general.

Retraction notice: Does an MBA degree advance business management skill or in fact create horizontal and vertical mismatches?

Retraction notice: Does an MBA degree advance business management skill or in fact create horizontal and vertical mismatches?

A System of Tasks to Train Research Skills and Information Management in University Students

This study presents a task system designed to develop the research skill of information management in university students. Research skills are understood as the process of constructing and reconstructing knowledge, which involves learning to learn. This requires mastering actions that arise from the social interaction between the individual and the object of study, using various innovative and creative strategies. The present research work has a descriptive-explanatory character. For the collection of information, various methodologies were used, such as the historical-logical approach to study the background, development and theoretical foundation of the subject; analysis and synthesis, which facilitated the interpretation of the information obtained; and the inductive-deductive method, used to interpret the data obtained. As a result of this research, it was concluded that the research skill of managing information should be developed in university students through the collection, processing and communication of information, as part of their training in various subjects. Therefore, it is essential that students at this level of education strengthen this field of learning in order to contribute to society and face the challenges and responsibilities imposed by education. Received: 11 September 2024 / Accepted: 19 December 2024 / Published: 05 January 2025

Goat agribusiness extension in Komala Village, South Wangi-Wangi District

The Komala Village community has many goats but there are many problems faced by the community such as dead fetuses, malnutrition, limited health care, environmental conditions, lack of knowledge and training and limited infrastructure. Therefore, the aim of this extension activity is to provide education to the farming community about the correct way to raise goats. This activity was carried out on Friday, March 26, 2023 at 16.00 WITA - Finish, located at the Gazebo of the Komala Village Head's House, South Wangi-Wangi District, Wakatobi. Counseling materials presented to the community: (1) Types of appropriate and balanced feed for goats, (2) Natural feed, supplementary feed, and fermented feed, (3) How to organize feeding according to age, weight, and maintenance objectives, (4) Efficient feeding methods, and (5) Mixing and serving feed techniques. After following the goat farming extension, the community response was as follows: (1) enthusiasm and participation, (2) increased understanding, (3) interest in new practices, (4) awareness of the importance of improving goat rearing practices (5) satisfaction with information, (6) positive perception of benefits, (7) desire for further training, and (8) better collaboration. The conclusion from this community service activity is that the community in Komala Village still has low knowledge regarding how to raise goats. Although they have experience in raising goats, many things can still be improved in farming practices to achieve better results. As for what needs to be improved in community knowledge, such as feed management, care, production management, use of technology, and business management skills.

Impacts of School Heads Collaboration Management Communication Skills on Primary School Teachers Productivity in Delta State

This research looked into job productivity of primary school teachers in public schools as well as the collaboration and management skills of the school heads. This expos-facto study design uses the relational method.The study's population numbered 18134 (eighteen thousand, one hundred and thirty-four), with 10,86 primary school heads and 17,048 teachers spread across the three senatorial districts and 25 local government areas in Delta State. The sample for this study was made up of 392 school heads and 723 instructors totaling 1115, but 1076 questionnaires were returned and used. The multi-stage sampling process was used. The research employed two self-developed questionnaires titled "Questionnaire on SchoolHead Collaboration Management Communication Skills (QSHCMCS) and Questionnaire on Public Primary School Teachers' Job Productivity" (QPPSTJP). The instrument's face and content validity were determined by expert judgment. The split-half approach to reliability establishment was used to assess the instrument's dependability with the Pearson Product Moment Correlation Statistics, the data from each group were combined and correlated to produce a coefficient of 0.77. The Spearman-Brown Prophecy Formula was then used to step it up to 0.87, which indicated a highreliability index. The analysis of research questions 1 and 2 were conducted using mean and standard deviation and research 3 was conducted using the Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient of determinations, while the inferential statistics of Pearson Product Moment correlation statistics was utilized to test the hypothesis at the 0.05 level of significance. The data analysis yielded the following conclusions; there was a substantial association between the indicators of school leaders' usage of collaborative management communication skills and the productivity of public primary school teachers in Delta State and the subject-matter knowledge, well-prepared lesson notes, appropriate use of teaching methods, satisfactory use of instructional learning materials, well-organized class lessons, effective use of questioning techniques,and well-presented lessons, are the areas in which Delta State's public primary school teachers excel in productivity among others. The recommendations are;school managers and administrators should consistently use the collaboration communication management skills,and participate in training and development programs on the principles and applications of collaboration management communication skills, which should be coordinated by the ministry of education and school owners among others