Written by Ibrahim Bora Oran
Published in Vol 4 , 2023
After World War II, the international economic system has largely been shaped by international organizations aimed at fostering regional, economic, and security cooperation, with the United Nations playing a pivotal role. Over time, the number of such organizations has increased and significantly influences global policies. The transformation in the economy has brought new cooperation treaties to the forefront of international relations. Furthermore, the increasing emphasis on regional developme
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Written by Emmanouela Mandalaki
Published in Vol 4 , 2023
Leadership plays a crucial role in influencing and motivating followers, and the impact of different leadership styles on workplace behavior has been the subject of numerous studies. While much research focuses on positive leadership attributes, the effects of negative characteristics, such as Machiavellianism, have garnered less attention. This study examines whether Machiavellian leadership acts as a precursor to behaviors such as moral disengagement, the phenomenon of organizational “broken w
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Written by Mbongiseni Ncube
Published in Vol 4 , 2023
The fourth industrial revolution (4IR) and the COVID-19 pandemic have profoundly influenced global trade dynamics and e-commerce activities. This study examines the impact of the restrictions imposed by COVID-19 alongside the opportunities created by artificial intelligence (AI) technologies under 4IR in the economies of the BRICS nations, with a specific focus on South Africa (SA). A performance assessment is conducted using non-positivist multi-criteria decision-making methods. South Africa’s
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This study investigates the factors influencing value co-creation activities among economics students in Vietnam during the COVID-19 pandemic. Data was collected from 423 students and teachers and analyzed using linear regression models. The study shows that the main factors influencing value co-creation activities, listed in order of impact, are: (i) dialogue, (ii) transparency, (iii) the COVID-19 pandemic, (iv) access to information, (v) benefits, (vi) interactive attitude, and (vii) disadvant
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Written by Tamer Youssef Abdel Aziz Ali Elgendy
Published in Vol 4 , 2023
This research investigates the application of the analytical network process (ANP) for aiding organizations in selecting internal auditors. The study develops a comprehensive model based on systematic scientific methods, which is then applied to a company listed on the Egyptian Stock Exchange for a case study. The analysis evaluates three options— insourcing, outsourcing, and co-sourcing—by considering various main and sub-factors related to auditor selection. The results show that insourcing is
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This research aims to examine the interconnections between political skills, leader-member exchange (LMX), and ethical leadership while assessing how LMX influences key work outcomes. The study investigates how LMX influences factors such as creativity, career success, life satisfaction, and psychological well-being in employees. Data was collected through surveys from 211 employees of a private firm in Istanbul, between September and November 2018. The study used structural equation modeling to
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Written by Monica Elisa Meneses-La-Riva
Published in Vol 4 , 2023
This paper examines the internal dynamics of healthcare professional workgroups and highlights leadership behaviors that maximize the benefits of professional diversity to enhance the quality of care. A review of recent literature on leadership, diversity in healthcare teams, and performance outcomes—particularly regarding quality of care—provides valuable insights. Findings suggest that sub-group categorization is a key process that shapes diversity in these teams. However, when leaders cultiva
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Written by Gabriela Topa
Published in Vol 4 , 2023
This study examines the cultural dimensions of 3 companies: CAC-Bank, Turkish Airlines, and Fajr-e-Jam Gas Refining Co. Using a multiple case study approach, the research provides an in-depth analysis of cultural dimensions such as involvement, cooperation, information systems, learning, client care, adaptability, strategic direction, rewards and incentives, control systems, agreement, communication, and coordination. The findings highlight the multidimensional nature of organizational culture a
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Written by Sara Al Fadhel
Published in Vol 4 , 2023
This study investigates how transformational leadership affects employee performance at the National Transportation Safety Committee (NTSC), focusing on the mediating roles of work engagement and work motivation. A census method was employed, and data were analyzed using structural equation modeling (SEM) based on responses from all 107 NTSC employees in Indonesia. Primary data were collected through a detailed questionnaire covering the entire employee population to ensure comprehensive represe
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This research seeks to examine how the independent variables—namely, budget participation and leadership style—affect managerial performance through the mediating role of organizational commitment. A quantitative methodology was employed to test the proposed hypotheses, which was deemed suitable for this investigation. The study used a field-based survey method via questionnaires, involving a total population of 42 individuals. As a saturated sample, every population member participated as a res
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Written by Nigar Aliyeva
Published in Vol 4 , 2023
Organizational change and growth occur as ongoing cycles within institutions, where sustaining optimal productivity remains vital. Among the core determinants of productivity, adaptability and participation hold primary importance. Effective leadership is essential to channel these elements productively. However, consultative leadership has been identified as the most conceptually suitable style in this regard. The framework was evaluated within higher education institutions in Pakistan. The stu
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Written by Aizada Sultangazy
Published in Vol 4 , 2023
Grounded in the conservation of resources theory, this research investigates both the beneficial and detrimental aspects of humble leadership by assessing how project commitment and workplace deviance mediate its relationship with project success. Using data obtained from 315 IT professionals, the proposed hypotheses were evaluated through partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). The results demonstrate that humble leadership enhances project success indirectly through the m
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Written by Ahmed Al Tamimi
Published in Vol 4 , 2023
This research examines how transformational leadership (TL) influences work engagement (WE), particularly through the lens of employee empowerment. In the wake of the recent global pandemic, organizations have sought adaptive strategies to recover lost business, with leadership emerging as a pivotal factor in motivating employees. Focusing on the Indian IT sector, a conceptual model was proposed and empirically tested using data from 256 employees in southern India. Psychometric evaluation was c
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Written by Giorgi Kapanadze
Published in Vol 4 , 2023
This study primarily investigates five major constructs—organizational culture, AI-enabled leadership, AI-supported employee training, team performance, and employee engagement—focusing on their interrelations through the framework of artificial intelligence within medium and large Slovenian enterprises. A secondary goal is to evaluate the suggested conceptual model using two statistical methodologies within the domain of structural equation modeling (SEM): one assessing linear connections (PLS-
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Written by Somchai Rattanakorn
Published in Vol 4 , 2023
This research introduces an alternative explanatory pathway describing how exploitative leadership shapes unethical pro-organizational behavior (UPOB). Using social cognitive theory as its foundation, the paper investigates the way exploitative leadership encourages moral disengagement among subordinates. It also clarifies both the direct influence of exploitative leadership on UPOB and the indirect mechanism through moral disengagement. Data were obtained from 208 Saudi workers, and the hypothe
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Written by Aylin Demiroğlu
Published in Vol 4 , 2023
A central question in corporate social responsibility (CSR) research has long been: “Why do certain organizations behave responsibly while others do not?” This study contributes to addressing that question by empirically examining the effect of stakeholder influence—conceptualized as stakeholder pressure—on stakeholder-oriented CSR behaviors. Due to the broad and adaptable nature of this association, organizational culture is proposed as a moderating factor. To test this framework, large-scale m
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Written by Camille Laurent
Published in Vol 4 , 2023
In the contemporary business world, organizations aim to actively engage all employees in core activities to improve outcomes and minimize internal disputes. However, growing workforce diversity has made inclusion an increasingly complex task for leaders. True inclusion depends simultaneously on employees finding their work meaningful and on leaders who can inspire active involvement from everyone. When these elements are missing, alienation and negative attitudes often arise, leading to tension
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