Management Competency Research Articles

Significance of competencies of project managers on the performance of projects within NGOs in Mogadishu, Somalia

The main objective of the study was to evaluate the competencies of project managers on the performance of projects within Non-Governmental Organizations in Mogadishu, Somalia. Descriptive research design was used, and the target population consisted of 78 managers and 390 senior employees in the 78 NGOs in Mogadishu. The study adopted a stratified random sampling technique, and the sample size was 216 respondents chosen using Yamane’s (1967) formula. The data was collected using questionnaire, and descriptive and inferential statistics were applied in the data analysis. The study findings indicated that employees’ skills and competencies influence NGO performance and there was an information sharing within the project team employees. The NGO had a competent project manager, NGO adhered to the project management process, all members were aware of the project's nature and that there was active involvement of external stakeholders. The result indicated that the intercept between Skills and Competencies of project managers and Performance of Project becomes better by β = 0.709, p<0.01 meaning that when Skills and Competencies of project managers is improved by a single unit, the project performance also significantly improves by 70.9%. The study concluded that skills and competencies of the project managers is a must for any successful delivery of project assignment. The ingredients of soft, technical and professional skills offers an effective combination for the success of any project. The study recommends that NGOs embrace the merit-based selection of individuals for any position based on the competencies required for effective performance of their roles.

Construction of Human Resource Manager Competency Model Based on Data Mining Technology in Cross-Cultural Background

In the era of knowledge economy, enterprises are facing unprecedented competition and challenges. The process of globalization has accelerated the communication and integration between different cultures, making cross-cultural management an indispensable ability for enterprises. Especially in the field of human resource management, it is of great significance to build a competency model based on data mining technology to improve the cross-cultural communication ability, teamwork ability, and innovation ability of enterprise managers. The application of competency theory in the field of human resource management has the potential to completely revolutionize traditional management practices, enabling better adaptation to the continuous changes in the management environment. It plays a significant role in promoting the reform of the human resource management system. The aim of this paper is to build a competency model of human resource managers based on data mining technology and verify its effectiveness in cross-cultural background. It is assumed that the model can accurately evaluate the ability level of human resource managers and provide reference for enterprises to select and train outstanding talents. The experimental results demonstrate that the model achieves an accuracy of approximately 89%, a 93.3% improvement in efficiency, and a salary range exceeding 90%. The model is deemed reasonable, feasible, and highly precise in terms of competency assessment.

A STUDY OF INVESTOR’S ATTITUDE TOWARDS MUTUAL FUNDS AS AN INVESTMENT OPTION

Mutual fund as an investment avenue provides a platform to the investor who does not want to take high risk on their hard-earned investment. In India, mutual fund industry is growing rapidly and this industry has emerged as an important segment of the financial market of India, especially in channelizing and mobilizing the savings of millions of individuals into the investment in equity and debt instruments. Mutual fund investment is less risky than investing directly in stocks and is therefore a safer option for risk averse investors. A competent fund manager should analyse investor behaviour, perception, and attitude and understand their needs and expectations to gear up the performance to meet investor expectations and requirements. Also, the mutual fund industry today is one of the most preferred investment options of all over the world. It plays a crucial role in the economic development of a country. Mutual fund active involvement can be seen by their dominant presence in the money market as well as the capital market. They are also found very active in the stock market by way of ensuring stability as a supplier of large funds through steady absorption of floating stocks. Investors invest directly in individual securities or indirectly through a financial intermediary. Study intends to identify the usage of schemes and level of risk on the basis of their income level. The findings of the study indicate that the majority of the selected respondents have used open ended schemes with moderate risk.

유아교사의 디지털 역량에 대한 주관적 인식 유형 분석

Objectives This study categorized the perception of early childhood teachers and analyzed the characteristics of each type by applying Q-methodology to find out the digital competencies perceived by early childhood teachers. Methods To this end, in order to analyze literature and extract Q samples, an open-ended survey was conducted with 102 early childhood teachers working at early childhood education institutions located in the Jeonbuk region as the Q population. Among the 102 research subjects, a total of 98 Q populations were formed excluding missing values, and a total of 36 Q samples were extracted through a categorization process. After extracting the Q sample, the Q sample statements were classified for the P sample of 36 current early childhood teachers. The data collected from the P sample of 36 people were scored from 1 point of strong disagreement to 9 points of strong agreement, and factor analysis was performed using the SPSS 29.0 program. Results As a result of the study, early childhood teachers' perception of digital competencies was divided into four types. Type 1 was named competency based on digital citizenship and understanding, Type 2 was named competency to use technology based on digital safety, Type 3 was named cooperation and communication competency using digital technology, and Type 4 was class operation and management competency based on digital responsibility and rights. Conclusions It is expected that this study will provide basic data for digital competency enhancement programs and teacher training suitable for early childhood teachers' perception types.

The evolution of the project management competence concept – A systematic literature review

This research aims to get closer to the definition of project management (PM) competence and understand its models by conducting a systematic literature review (SLR). The focus of this study is on the individual level PM competence of the project manager and the project team members. The paper introduces the competence models of the most important project management standards, which provide a guideline for professionals and serve as a base for the different PM qualifications. The literature review reveals which PM competence groups and elements have become the focus of attention in certain periods, which new competences have been uncovered, how the concept models have changed (in their professional content and regarding their structure), and how these results could be built into the upcoming standards and how they could shape the concept of project management competence in the future and serve as a basis for new research.

Disaster management competence, disaster preparedness belief, and disaster preparedness relationship: Nurses after the 2023 Turkey earthquake.

To examine the relationship between nurses' competency levels in disaster nursing management, their disaster preparedness and disaster preparedness beliefs. Nurses' competency in disaster nursing management makes disaster response easier. Factors that may affect this reason should be examined. The study was conducted between April and July 2023 with nurses working in a province in the first-degree earthquake zone in Turkey. The sample of the study consisted of a total of 207 nurses who were selected from primary, secondary, and tertiary care institutions by using the stratified sampling method. Data were collected with a personal information form, the Competencies for Disaster Nursing Management Questionnaire, the Disaster Preparedness Scale, and the General Disaster Preparedness Beliefs Scale. Mann-Whitney U and Kruskal-Wallis tests, Spearman regression coefficient, and multiple linear regression analysis were used to analyze the data. There was a positive correlation between nurses' competency levels regarding duties and responsibilities and their disaster preparedness levels. Having disaster-related training also positively affected the level of competence in duties and responsibilities. Belief in disaster preparedness and having "partial" knowledge about the disaster had no relationship with competencies. According to the International Council of Nurses and current studies on disaster nursing, "competence areas" are among the priority study subjects. According to the study results, disaster preparedness and having disaster-related education are effective factors in nurses' competencies related to duties and responsibilities. The results of this study may increase awareness in the healthcare system about nurses' disaster management competency levels and the factors that may affect this. It is recommended that disaster preparedness and disaster-related education factors should be taken into account in the initiatives and policies to be planned to improve the duty and responsibility competence of nurses.

Key Factors Affecting the Success of Construction Multi Project Management

Simultaneous management of multiple projects has become a trend in the field of energy, oil and gas construction project management over the past decade. This situation is driven by the high market demand and need for fossil fuels, which also stresses project management discipline to improve its performance and efficiency in managing multiple projects simultaneously. Nevertheless, concurrent execution of multiple construction projects often leads to stretched the project durations and cost due to suboptimal resource management, which may become a boomerang and increase project costs. The objective of this study is to identify factors and indicators that contribute to the successful management of multiple projects. Although multi-project management has been extensively studied, there is still a dearth of studies analyzing the elements that make construction multi-project management successful, particularly in the energy, oil, and gas sectors. This research is a case study of an EPCIC company that uses multi-project management and operates in the oil and gas sector. Through purposive sampling techniques, a total of 58 executives from national oil and gas contractors with significant work experience participated in this study through a questionnaire survey. The PLS-SEM approach has revealed that the positive predictor factors influencing the success/performance of multi-project management are resource allocation, teamwork quality, multi-project management competency, and project manager assignment. Flexible and intelligent resource allocation management in multi-project cycles affected by uncertainty is a critical factor.

The Role of Multinational Corporation in Enhancing Skill Development and Promoting Innovations in India: A Critical Analysis

With the onset of globalization, MNCs have emerged as significant drivers of economic growth and industrial development in India, bringing innovative technology, managerial knowledge, and best practices from all over the world. This research looks at how multinational corporations help employees improve their abilities through various initiatives and programs. These programs cover a wide range of topics, including technology adoption, quality management, and cross-cultural competency, providing employees with the tools they need to succeed in a globalized work environment. MNCs give employees access to global best practices and help them in their future. Employees benefit from cross-functional teamwork and knowledge exchange, which provide useful insights and experiences that contribute to their professional development. MNCs provide possibilities for professional advancement and continual learning, encouraging employees to pursue higher education, certifications, and specialised training courses that are relevant to their roles. MNCs enable staff to stay up to date on technical breakthroughs and contribute successfully to the organization's success by cultivating a learning and innovation culture. It plays a crucial role in technology transfer and research collaboration, establishing R&D centers and partnering and combination with local industries.

Welcome to the first issue of the College’s Asia Pacific Journal of Health Management for 2024.

The College is going from strength to strength with membership increasing notably over the past few months and great attendance at College free webcast events as well as growing participation in other ACHSM professional development opportunities. In March a very successful one day Conference was held in Auckland, New Zealand with many from Australia and nearby countries amongst the more than 250 who attended this event. Through attending that conference, we now have 58 new College members in New Zealand who can take advantage of the benefits of College membership like this Journal, free webcasts, local networking events and access to bespoke professional development for health leaders. Our Fellowship Program for 2024 has commenced with 46 Associate Fellows applying themselves to our most prestigious capstone program. Further we have over 30 current enrolments to undertake Certification with those College members committing to maintaining their profession through the expectations of this credential. We also launched a Managing Digital Health micro credential that aligns fully with the digital health competencies in the ACHSM Master Health Service Management Competency Framework. We are in the process of distributing digital badges to all membership levels and Certified Health Managers and Executives for use on media such as LinkedIn, CVs and email signatures. These badges provide and outline of what it means to be a Fellow, Certified Health Manager or Executive of ACHSM. In this issue, as is the purpose of the Journal, there are learned articles on the importance of continuing to self-reflect on our leadership behaviours and workplace relationships. I take this opportunity of thanking Prof Mark Avery our Editor for his great work in maintaining a high quality of publication and ensuring relevancy to leaders in all sectors. I commend these to you and continue to wish you success in your ongoing leadership journey.

Effect of Managerial Competency and Corporate Governance on the Performance of Indonesian Life Insurance

The success of insurance companies in general and in Indonesia depends on the performance of the company's executives and board of directors. The aim of this research is to analyze the influence of managerial competence and independent commissioners on the performance of insurance companies in Indonesia. The number of life insurance companies in this research sample was 22 companies from 2018 to 2022, so the total research data was 110. After removing 10 outlier data, the final data analyzed was 100. This research models the relationship between managerial competence, the proportion of independent board of directors and the performance of life insurance companies. The results of this research show that managerial competence and the proportion of independent directors, which are proxies for governance, have a significant and positive relationship to the performance of insurance companies in Indonesia, both partially and simultaneously. Manager competency and corporate governance mechanisms have improved company performance.

Emission reduction investment for green products of a manufacturing system via optimal control theory and artificial hummingbird algorithm

Now, due to the global industrialization, carbon emission from the industrial section imposes a severe impact on the current environment. Due to the increasing awareness of environmental and sustainability issues, green products, also known as eco-friendly, include a considerable impact on the today’s market economy. Keeping mind of these two important issues of the current scenario, a production inventory model is developed in which time-dependent production rate is considered. In this work, the level of greenness of the products, selling price and time, influences the customers’ demand rate. Again, two different cases are considered due to the business assimilation of defectively manufactured items: rework and salvage policies. Additionally, the company uses pollution reduction technologies to lower emissions from the manufacturing firms in order to lower emission taxes. The Euler-Lagrange equation is used to solve an optimal control problem that arises in the model as time-dependent production rate is taken into the account. The optimisation problem corresponding to the proposed model is solved with the help of artificial hummingbird algorithm (AHA) as the system's average profit functions for both of the considered scenarios are highly nonlinear in nature w. r. to its decision variables. Further, the results obtained from AHA are compared with the help of other well-known metaheuristics. Finally, sensitivity analysis is conducted to arrive at meaningful conclusions and implications for the competent manager of the manufacturing firm.

Supervision Model Through Coaching and Mentoring for Enhancing Active Learning Instruction Competency of Elementary Teachers Under Office of the Basic Education Commission

The study aimed to 1. investigate the components and indicators of active learning instruction competency among elementary school teachers, 2. examine the current state, desired state, and necessary requirements of active learning instruction competency among elementary school teachers, and 3. develop an educational supervision model based on instructional coaching and mentoring principles, aimed at enhancing active learning instruction competency among elementary school teachers under the jurisdiction of the Office of the Basic Education Commission. The study was divided into three phases: Phase 1 examine the components and indicators of active learning instruction competency. The target group comprised 7 qualified individuals selected through purposive sampling, with suitability assessed using an appropriateness assessment questionnaire. Phase 2 the current state, desired state, and necessary requirements of active learning instruction competency among elementary school teachers are investigated. The sample group consisted of 384 elementary school teachers selected through multi-stage random sampling, employing a proportional stratified sampling technique. A questionnaire with a 5-point Likert scale was utilized for data collection. Phase 3 the development of the supervision model involved input from a group of 9 qualified individuals selected through purposive sampling. These individuals were chosen based on their expertise and relevance to the research objectives. Research tools included interviews and assessments. The research findings revealed that: 1. there were 4 components and 24 indicators of active learning instruction competency among elementary school teachers. These components are categorized as follows: 1) Designing of active learning management: comprising 6 indicators, 2) Organization of learning activities focusing on higher-order thinking skills and practical application: consisting of 4 indicators, 3) Utilization of educational media, innovations, educational technology, and learning resources: encompassing 6 indicators, and 4) Measurement and evaluation based on actual conditions: including 8 indicators. Overall, the competency level is rated as the highest. 2. The current state was rated as moderate, while the desired state was rated as the highest. Upon disaggregating the components of the supervision model, it was found that the component with the highest level of necessity was Component 2, which pertains to organizing learning activities emphasizing higher-order thinking skills and practical application. 3. The results of developing the educational supervision model based on instructional coaching and mentoring principles to enhance active learning management competency among elementary school teachers, under the jurisdiction of the Office of the Basic Education Commission, revealed that the supervision model consisted of the following steps: 1) Planning, 2) Observation, 3) Reflection, and 4) Evaluation. These steps were deemed highly appropriate and feasible at the highest level.

Project manager’s personality: traits and competencies

Expanding the project management application scope in different sectors of economy and social life spheres stimulates the search and use of project success new factors. Researchers and practitioners note that the personality of a project manager’s personality is a significant factor affecting the project management effectiveness. At the same time, the scientific literature has not developed a coherent picture explaining the elements and role of a project manager’s personality. In search of an answer to this question, the study, built as a scientific literature systematic analysis, reveals that a project manager’s personality manifests itself as a set of personal competencies. Among the most significant personality competencies, experts include result-orientedness, optimism, honesty, adaptability, creativity, and intuition. Project manager’s personal competencies act as the core of the project management competency model and significantly affect professional technical competencies, primarily leadership, communication, and emotional intelligence. The novelty of the results obtained lies in the streamlining and deepening of theoretical ideas about a project manager’s personality and its role in the project management competencies formation. The study results are recommended to be used in training programs development for project managers and personnel selection.

A Review on Dominant Factors of Project Manager Competency in Various Implementations for the Construction Industry

A Review on Dominant Factors of Project Manager Competency in Various Implementations for the Construction Industry

Reliability and validity of the Italian Version of the Chase Nurse Manager Competencies Scale

ObjectivesThis study aimed to translate and test the psychometric properties of the Chase Nurse Manager Competency Instrument (CNMCI) among Italian nurse managers and to provide further support for the scale’s validity testing. MethodsAn instrument translation and cross-sectional validation study was conducted. The English version was translated into Italian using the translation method, which included pre-translation (establishing equivalence), initial translation, pretesting, review, and administration. From August 2022 to June 2023, 349 nurse managers were recruited through a web survey from 31 public and private healthcare organizations in North, Central, and Southern Italy. Validity assessments included content and structural validity. Reliability was evaluated using Cronbach’s α coefficient and test-retest reliability. ResultsThe content validity confirmed all the items of the CNMCI in the Italian version, including the two measurement sections, “knowledge and understand” and “ability to implement and/or use.” The instrument’s item-content validity index (I-CVI) ranged from 0.83 to 1.00, while the scale-level content validity index (S-CVI) for both instrument sections was 0.97. The confirmatory factor analysis showed an acceptable fit. In the “knowledge and understand” section, Cronbach’s α coefficient was 0.978, and in the “ability to implement and/or use” section, Cronbach’s α coefficient was 0.976. The correlation coefficient between each dimension was 0.494–0.908. The test-retest reliability score was 0.82, suggesting good instrument consistency. ConclusionsOverall, the Italian CNMCI demonstrates good reliability and validity for measuring nurse managers’ core competencies and supports the construct’s multi-dimensionality. Also, our findings support the hierarchical nature of the factors, further supporting the validity of the instrument.

Race-Conscious Teacher Coaching: Disrupting Implicit Bias and Improving Teachers’ Relationships with Black Students

ABSTRACT Racial discipline disproportionality is a persistent issue in schools with Black students experiencing exclusionary discipline two to three times more than their White peers, and Black males more likely to be diagnosed with an emotional and behavioral disorder. Interventions that target malleable root causes of disproportionality and have an explicit racial bias component may disrupt these processes. The study took place in an alternative school setting across two classrooms with White, fifth- and sixth-grade teachers (n = 2) and their Black students (n = 6). A single-case, withdrawal design (A-B-A-B) examined the impact of a semi-structured teacher coaching intervention on disrupting biases, improving classroom management and cultural competency, and ultimately improving student-teacher relationships. The coaching included Mindful STOP as a self-regulation strategy, the Mindful Reflection Protocol to discuss behaviors, and performance feedback, all focusing on outcomes related to student-teacher relationships and discipline. During intervention phases, Teacher 1 showed improvements in positive communication while keeping negative communication low. Teacher 2 showed smaller, more variable improvements. Teachers and students in both classrooms reported improvements in their relationships based on pre/post rating scales. Teacher-reported discipline outcomes were variable. These findings may provide concrete strategies for supporting the development of equitable discipline practices for Black students. Future studies will explore modifications to the current coaching package.

Psychometric evaluation of Suicide Management Competency Scale for nursing students: A cross-sectional study.

Suicide management skills are essential for nursing students, as they are often the initial healthcare contact for individuals at risk of suicide. Recognising signs of suicidal ideation and behaviour is critical for initiating timely interventions. This study aimed to develop and access the psychometric evaluation of the Suicide Management Competency Scale (SMCS) for nursing students. A first draft of the SMCS was initially developed following literature and focus group, and a scale containing 28 items was constructed. We recruited 216 participants from two nursing schools. Construct validity was evaluated with exploratory factor analysis (EFA). Internal consistency reliability was determined with Cronbach's alpha, and test-retest reliability was examined with intra-class correlation. After four rounds of EFA and item analysis, we reduced the number of items to 16. We deleted 12 items, including 4 items for communalities less than 0.40, 3 items for cross-loading, 3 items for factor loading less than 0.40, and 2 items for low corrected item-total correlation. The final 16-item SMCS resulted in three subscales, which explained 55.813% of the total variance: emotional challenges in suicide risk assessment, delivering suicide interventions, and suicide risk nursing competence and confidence. Cronbach's alpha was 0.854 for the total score and 0.748 to 0.847 for the subscales. The newly developed SMCS was found to have good reliability and validity, suggesting that this scale could be used to evaluate nursing students' perceived competency in managing suicide, which might help cultivate competence in nurses' ability to effectively manage and prevent suicide, thus contributing to saving lives.

Establishing Fashion Design Entrepreneurs’ Management Competency in the Malaysian Fashion Landscape

The achievements of Malaysian fashion designers have been fraught with success and failure. The intense competition in the fashion industry is one of the main obstacles for fashion designers who decide to venture into fashion entrepreneurship.This study seeks to understand what additional skills are necessary and how to face the challenges they encounter. The respondents in this study were fashion design entrepreneurs who participated in group discussions, and fashion experts who were interviewed. Throughout the entirety of the process of data collecting, a collection of standardised questionnaires was utilised in focus group discussions. As a consequence of the findings of the study, they are faced with the challenge of overcoming a variety of deficiencies, some of which include inadequate business management, inadequate financial management, inadequate management of human resources, and other deficiencies. Based on the findings, fashion experts who participated in this study have provided advice. As a result, this study can provide fashion design entrepreneurs with preventative business continuity and sustainability measures.

Reliability and Validity of the Chinese Version of the Nurses’ Cancer Pain Management Competency Scale

BackgroundThe Nurses’ Cancer Pain Management Competency Scale (NCPMCS) is a tool to explore nurses’ competencies and subjective experiences in cancer pain management, and to help nurses understand their current shortcomings in cancer pain management. The scale, currently available only in English and translated into Chinese for wider adoption abroad, provides a tool for Chinese nurses to assess their level of cancer pain management. Furthermore, based on the scale's specific score, they can evaluate their lack of understanding about cancer pain management, advance research into this area, and enhance their capacity to control cancer pain while providing patient care. ObjectiveThe purpose of this study was to translate and localize the new scale, and to measure its reliability and validity. The study was also to provide a way to quickly and accurately measure the competency of cancer pain management among nursing staff in China. MethodsThe Bristling translation approach was used to translate, translate back, and culturally modify the English version of the cancer pain management competency scale for nurses to create the Chinese version. A convenience sample was used for the study, 220 clinical nurses from three Grade III hospitals in Zhengzhou, Henan Province, China, were chosen by convenience sampling. The Chinese version of the scale was used for this investigation. ResultsThe Cancer Pain Management Competency Scale for Nurses has 14 items over 4 dimensions in its Chinese form. From the exploratory factor analysis, four common components were recovered; the cumulative variance rate was 81.994%, the scale's Cronbach's α coefficient was 0.902, and the Cronbach's α coefficient for each dimension ranged from 0.800 to 0.938. Retest reliability was 0.915, scale content validity was 0.865, and Spearman-Brown's broken half reliability was 0.808. ConclusionNurses' cancer pain management competency in clinics can be assessed using the Chinese version of the Nurses' Cancer Pain Management Competency Scale, which has strong validity and reliability.

Translation and psychometric evaluation of the Chinese version of the Nursing Time Management Scale.

Reasonable and effective time allocation can promote the improvement of medical care service quality. This study aimed to translate, cross-culturally adapt and validate the Chinese Nursing Time Management Scale (NTMS). Using a cross-sectional survey, 345 clinical nurses were selected from June to September 2023 for a general information questionnaire and Nursing Time Management Scale (NTMS) study. Item analysis, exploratory factor analysis and validation factor analysis were used to verify the reliability and validity of the Chinese version of Nursing Time Management Scale. The Chinese version of the Nurses' Time Management Competency Scale includes 17 entries in 3 dimensions: planning activities and setting goals, coordinating activities and procedures, and organizing nursing activities. The Cronbach's alpha coefficient for the total scale was 0.966. Exploratory factor analysis showed that the cumulative variance contribution of the three male factors was 97.44%. The NTMS has acceptable validity and reliability and can be used to evaluate the nursing time management skills of Chinese clinical nurses.