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Open Access Article Economics

Construction of an Industry Cycle Indicator for Profitability Prediction Analysis of Aggregate Firms in Bangladesh

Maria Afreen

10-17

Abstract Views : 1023

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10.36923/ijsser.v2i4.76

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to construct a unique industry cycle indicator (ICI) for Bangladeshi aggregate firms within the industrial sector, aiming to provide early signals of industrial vulnerability, identify turning points, and evaluate predictive performance. The methodology involved constructing the ICI following the approach of the Conference Board (2000) and testing its robustness with a macro-stress test using lagged independent... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Business Management and Administration

Adaptive Leadership Styles and Organizational Performance: Evidence from Local NGOs in Ethiopia

Lakachew Zeleke, Prof Guyo, Makori Moronge

68-75

Abstract Views : 1463

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10.36923/ijsser.v7i2.323

Abstract: The objective of this study was to examine the influence of leadership styles on the performance of local NGOs in Ethiopia. A mixed-method design, combining descriptive survey and correlational approaches, was employed. Data were collected through structured questionnaires administered to 276 Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and 199 board chairpersons from systematically sampled local NGOs. Responses were analyzed using SPSS through... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Business Management and Administration

Operational Risk Management And Performance of Cooperative Microfinance In Thailand

Haris Annannab, Arpah Abu Bakar, Shazida Jan Bt. Mohd Khan

18-25

Abstract Views : 2131

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10.36923/ijsser.v4i1.148

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of operational risk management (ORM) on the performance of cooperative microfinance institutions, with a particular focus on the moderating role of specialization in this relationship. Using a quantitative research approach, survey questionnaires were distributed to 455 senior officers from savings and credit cooperative microfinance service providers (MSPs) in Thailand. Data analysis was... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Business Management and Administration

How Good Is Entrepreneurs' Optimism For Creative Performance? Role Of Entrepreneurs' Experience And Environmental Dynamics

Ahmad Adeel , Samreen Batool

11-23

Abstract Views : 4067

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10.36923/ijsser.v7i2.281

Abstract: This study investigates the relationship between entrepreneurs’ dispositional optimism and the creative performance of their new ventures. While optimism is generally regarded as a positive entrepreneurial trait, this research explores whether excessive optimism may, under certain conditions, undermine creative outcomes. Drawing on social cognitive theory, the study surveyed 1,000 new ventures across Pakistan using a stratified random... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Business Management and Administration

Striking a Balance between Centralized and Decentralized Decision Making: A School-Based Management Practice for Optimum Performance

Celinmar M. Cornito

10-17

Abstract Views : 1658

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10.36923/ijsser.v3i4.122

Abstract: This study explores the balance between centralized and decentralized decision-making within school-based management systems. The aim is to identify how combining these approaches can enhance school autonomy, improve staff performance, and increase accountability. A systematic literature review was conducted, involving an extensive search of major academic databases. Out of 35,822 studies initially identified, 9 studies met the inclusion... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Business Management and Administration

Effect Of Supply Chain Risk Management On Organization Performance: A Case Study Of National Foods Manooabad Muridke District Sheikhupura

Muhammad Arfan Hadyait, Shafiq Ahmad , Muhammad Mohsin Rashid

1-07

Abstract Views : 1496

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10.36923/ijsser.v1i1.22

Abstract: Previously, many studies focused on risk management in a general context, with little attention paid to how supply chain risk management affects an organization's profit and performance. The main aim of our study is to explore the effect of supply chain risk management on organizational performance at National Foods Manooabad, Muridke, District Sheikhupura. This study was conducted at National Foods Manooabad, Muridke. Data were collected... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Social Sciences

Stakeholders Engagement And Performance of Non-Governmental Organizations In Ethiopia

Lakachew Zeleke, Wario Guyo, Makori Moronge

32-39

Abstract Views : 1326

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10.36923/ijsser.v5i4.240

Abstract: The objective of the study was to examine the influence of stakeholders’ engagement on the performance of NGOs in Ethiopia. The study utilized a mixed-methods approach (descriptive survey and correlational research designs) to collect quantitative data using a survey questionnaire. The study’s unit of analysis was the local NGOs, while the units of observation were the CEOs and board chairpersons of the sampled organizations. The systematic... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Economics

An Empirical Analysis of the Impact of Government Health Expenditures on the Performance of the Health Sector in Nigeria

Gwaison Panan Danladi

39-49

Abstract Views : 1213

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10.36923/ijsser.v3i3.113

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of government health expenditures on the performance of the health sector in Nigeria over the period from 1979 to 2019. The study employs an ex-post facto research design and utilizes annual time series data obtained from the World Development Indicators (WDI) and the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Statistical Bulletin. To analyze the data, the dynamic ordinary least square (DOLS)... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Economics

Effect of Substance Abuse on Nigeria’s Economic Performance

khayere Jossy Ijie, Abdurrauf Babalola, Muhammad Yelwa

34-43

Abstract Views : 3539

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10.36923/ijsser.v2i2.63

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of substance abuse on the real growth rate in Nigeria between 1993 and 2017. Specifically, it examines the period-based impact of substance abuse prevalence and the rehabilitation of individual drug addicts on the actual growth rate of the Nigerian economy. To achieve this, the study employs autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) and co-integration/bound test techniques to analyze the data... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Business Management and Administration

Physical Asset Management Practices And Quality Service Delivery In Local Governments In Mid North Sub-Region Of Uganda

Peter Adoko Obicci

1-07

Abstract Views : 728

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10.36923/ijsser.v1i3.39

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to establish how physical asset management practices affect quality service delivery in local governments in the mid-north sub-region of Uganda. This study aimed to fill the gap in understanding the weight of excellent physical assets on service delivery. The research specifically focused on four key aspects of physical asset management: lifecycle planning, risk management, information management, and performance... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Economics

The Role Of Microfinance In Poverty Reduction: Countries Experiences by Regions 2000-2018

Heba El-Nasharty

1-09

Abstract Views : 5049

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10.36923/ijsser.v4i1.101

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the impact of microfinance provisions on poverty reduction across various developing and a few developed countries, examining how regional differences and time influence the performance of the microfinance industry. The study employs a panel data model and pooled Ordinary Least Squares (OLS) to analyze the effect of key microfinance indicators—namely, the number of microfinance institutions, gross loan... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Law and Legal Studies

Increasing Transparency for Consumers Showing Probabilities of Virtual Items in Loot Boxes in Digital Games

Philipp Christian Lohse

23-28

Abstract Views : 1537

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10.36923/ijsser.v2i3.68

Abstract: This study aims to investigate the public acceptance of potential loot box regulation in digital games, focusing on the similarities between loot boxes and gambling, and the need for increased transparency. An online survey was conducted in July 2019, targeting participants from Germany, Hungary, South Africa, Thailand, the United Kingdom, and the United States of America. The survey collected data on consumer preferences regarding the... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Social Sciences

Problem-Based Learning Approach for Elementary Schools: A case study of five Years Compulsory Education system

Akbar Ali Hussain, Shamim Akhter, Abrar Hussain Qureshi, Komal Khan

11-17

Abstract Views : 916

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10.36923/ijsser.v3i2.69

Abstract: This study aimed to develop an effective learning model that fosters a conducive learning environment for elementary school students, with a specific focus on enhancing literacy skills through Problem-Based Learning (PBL). The research employed a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative analyses with research and development techniques. The study was conducted in two phases: an exploratory phase and an experimental... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Economics

Congestion at Chittagong Seaport: Causes and Consequences. A case study in Malaysia

Redwan Ahamed Kabir, Khalid Helal

13-21

Abstract Views : 1397

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10.36923/ijsser.v3i3.103

Abstract: The purpose of this study is to investigate the underlying causes of seaport congestion at Chittagong seaport, a critical gateway for international trade and a vital contributor to Bangladesh's economic growth. Seaport congestion is a pervasive issue that not only disrupts the flow of goods but also hampers the economic progress of nations reliant on efficient trade operations. To achieve the study's objectives, a survey-based research design... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Business Management and Administration

Strategic Human Resource Management and Brain Drain in Nigeria: An Empirical Study of Retention Practices and Workforce Mobility (2020–2024)

Onimajesin Salihu Isiaka

37-49

Abstract Views : 2997

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10.36923/ijsser.v7i2.313

Abstract: This study investigates the relationship between strategic human resource management (SHRM) practices and the ongoing brain drain of skilled professionals in Nigeria. Drawing on Human Capital Theory and Strategic HRM frameworks, the research employs a mixed-methods design that integrates quantitative labor market data from 2020 to 2024 with qualitative insights from 80 participants, including HR professionals and expatriates. The findings... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Social Sciences

Examining the Links Leading to Behavioral Support for Change: An Expectancy Theory Perspective

Farhan Mehboob, Noraini Othman

1-09

Abstract Views : 3276

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10.36923/ijsser.v2i4.78

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the antecedents and mechanisms that lead to behavioral support for change among academic staff, focusing on both personal and contextual factors. Data were collected from 292 academic staff members of six public sector universities in Pakistan using a cross-sectional survey. A self-reported questionnaire was administered to gather responses, and the data were analyzed using SPSS 25 and AMOS. The... [...] Read more

Open Access Article Social Sciences

Under Pressure to Perform: How Social Cues in Academia Shape Perfectionism Among Early-Career Scholars

Muhammad Naveed

24-36

Abstract Views : 3959

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10.36923/ijsser.v7i2.314

Abstract: Perfectionism is increasingly recognized as a socially driven psychological experience shaped by workplace environments. Drawing on and extending the dual-cycle model of perfectionism developed by Goodwin, Lupu, and Creed, this qualitative study investigates how social cues within academia influence the development of maladaptive and adaptive perfectionism among early-career scholars. Based on in-depth interviews with 42 participants,... [...] Read more

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Operational Risk Management And Performance of Cooperative Microfinance In Thailand

How Good Is Entrepreneurs' Optimism For Creative Performance? Role Of Entrepreneurs' Experience And Environmental Dynamics

Striking a Balance between Centralized and Decentralized Decision Making: A School-Based Management Practice for Optimum Performance

Effect Of Supply Chain Risk Management On Organization Performance: A Case Study Of National Foods Manooabad Muridke District Sheikhupura

Stakeholders Engagement And Performance of Non-Governmental Organizations In Ethiopia

An Empirical Analysis of the Impact of Government Health Expenditures on the Performance of the Health Sector in Nigeria

Effect of Substance Abuse on Nigeria’s Economic Performance

Physical Asset Management Practices And Quality Service Delivery In Local Governments In Mid North Sub-Region Of Uganda

The Role Of Microfinance In Poverty Reduction: Countries Experiences by Regions 2000-2018

Increasing Transparency for Consumers Showing Probabilities of Virtual Items in Loot Boxes in Digital Games

Problem-Based Learning Approach for Elementary Schools: A case study of five Years Compulsory Education system

Congestion at Chittagong Seaport: Causes and Consequences. A case study in Malaysia

Strategic Human Resource Management and Brain Drain in Nigeria: An Empirical Study of Retention Practices and Workforce Mobility (2020–2024)

Examining the Links Leading to Behavioral Support for Change: An Expectancy Theory Perspective

Under Pressure to Perform: How Social Cues in Academia Shape Perfectionism Among Early-Career Scholars

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