An empirical study

This thesis adopts an explanatory sequential mixed-approach, incorporating two inter-related studies investigates the resilience capabilities of Hong Kong-based SMEs. Specifically, the overall objective is to empirically examine the multidimensionality of resilience capability, and how each dimension is developed, utilized, and evolved over time and in various contexts. Study 1 involves a survey of 177 Hong Kong-based SMEs and explores the interrelationship between resilience capabilities and firm performance, and the moderating impact of environmental turbulence on these relationships.

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The objectives of this research are to understand how routinised operation processes and HRM practices impact on L&SC competencies of LSPs in China. To achieve the above objectives, this study formulated four research questions: 1) Do BP&SOPs positively relate to L&SC competencies of LSPs in China? 2) Do HRM practices positively relate to L&SC competencies of LSPs in China? 3) Does Guanxi enhance the relationship between BP&SOPs and L&SC competencies? 4) Does ICT support bolster the relationship between BP&SOPs and L&SC competencies?

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This thesis examines the influence of Selection Performance, Monitoring and Business Assistance Intensity, Resource Allocation, and Professional Management Services on business incubation performance. This study extends current research by investigating an additional construct which examines targeted areas of professional management services including marketing and promotion, strategic management, financial management, and staff and personnel management.

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This thesis examines the determinants of bank equity risk and credit risk as well as providing an analysis of the change in bank equity risk following the formation of Economic and Monetary Union (EMU). It is motivated by the increasing interest in bank risk research particularly since the formation of EMU and the global financial crisis. The study considers a range of financial institutions across 36 countries from the period of 1995-2006.

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The purpose of this study is to develop a better understanding of strategic paths to knowledge management in small and medium-sized hotels. This thesis has formulated a path knowledge concept and developed a PathFinder model. The formulation of the path knowledge concept and the development of the PathFinder model are based on an empirical investigation through the conduct of thirteen face-to-face in-depth interviews with owners/managers in small and medium-sized hotels.

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The rationale for this study is that the social enterprise sector provides an important locale in which to situate research that aims to identify the impact of ICTs on development. Recognising the complex dynamics and range of actors involved in this diverse and emerging area of development practice, this study chooses to focus on the social enterprise sector. It is specifically concerned with mapping the external influences, use and impact of ICT on social enterprises in Cambodia.

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"Doctoral thesis of Philosophy: Empirical analysis of stock return synchronicity comparison of developed and emerging markets" is divided into eight chapters. Chapter two contains a literature review and chapter three explains the methodology and the data used in the thesis. Chapters four, five and six use the three different synchronicity measures in an analysis of emerging and developed markets. A comparison between the three synchronicity measures is provided in chapter seven.

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Following the premises of addressing significant issues identified above, the purpose of this research is accordingly raised. The overall objective of this research is to offer an in-depth, rich in context empirical insight in understanding the role of GONGO’s networked governance on CSR in China. This overarching objective will be achieved by two separate aims specifically.

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Many East Asian economies experienced rapid economic growth since the early 1960’s, with Singapore and Malaysia being two of the best performers. Various factors have contributed to this growth. They include export-orientated policies, capital investment, a market-friendly approach and an institutional regulatory framework that attracts foreign investors. Another factor is the role of human capital in the form of formal and informal education. Human capital has been researched at both the theoretical and empirical levels.

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This paper aims to provide a clearer picture of the main functions of short-term expatriate assignments. It is based on the results from an empirical study with involving 84 interviewees from different companies located in different host countries. The interviewees were managers mainly from Malaysian, Australian, and Singaporean companies that operated internationally. The duration of the interviews was in average of 1 hour 30 minutes. Extensive notes and voice recordings were made during the interviews.

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The major purpose of this dissertation is to test the practical applicability of RO theory through valuation of flexibility using selected case studies from the Australian residential property development market to either support or oppose the adoption of RO theory for property development decision making in practice.

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This thesis is organised based on three case studies. This thesis attempts to contribute to existing knowledge of carbon trading on two levels: (a) empirical and (b) theoretical. Firstly, it seeks to make an empirical contribution to the existing literature generally and the accounting literature specifically. Secondly, using institutional theory, this thesis also seeks to make a contribution at the theoretical level.

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Trade and world economic integration are seen as the impetus for accelerating the well-beings of the domestic Vietnamese communities and international community in the region. However, an understanding of the link between trade and economic integration from the perspective of Vietnam is missing. Empirical studies on Vietnamese trade are in lack to address these determinants (see, Le, 1996; Nguyen, 2010). This thesis identifies the key factors that have driven the impressive growth of Vietnamese exports during the world economic integration process (1986-2010).

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The aim of this research study "Exploring human resource management practices: an empirical study of the performing arts companies in Australia" is to explore HRM practices in the performing arts companies in Australia, using a qualitative research design and two phases of data collection. Firstly, interviews were conducted, with the overall objective to acquire richer data from key stakeholders on the perceived HRM practices in the performing arts sector, and the associated impact of the environment, for example, policy context and funding arrangements.

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This study examines the impact of intellectual capital and strategic orientations (market orientation, learning orientation and technology orientation) on innovation capability and firm performance of small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) industry in Malaysia. The following sections introduce the research background and elaborate on the problems identified for further investigation. The rationale and objectives of the study are also presented. The chapter ends with an outline of the structure of this thesis.

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The main objective of this research study is to empirically test if a traditional brand equity model is applicable to online companies and to ascertain its nomological validity.

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This study was experimental in nature and the research was based on a quantitative approach tailored to minimize threats to validity through the use of a control group. Additionally, it involved elements of related qualitative research to interpret findings. An empirically-based, working hypothesis was presented to the effect that, a greater potential of project success can be realized by introducing information on emotional development to enhance behavioral competencies of all project team members.

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The main contents of the thesis consist of: Chapter 1: introduction; chapter 2: corporate ownership, equity agency costs and dividend policy; chapter 3: corporate ownership and equity agency costs: an australian study; chapter 4: largest shareholder and equity agency costs: an international study; chapter 5: largest shareholder and dividend policy: an international study; chapter 6: conclusion.

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This is an empirical investigation into the development of the accounting profession in Sri Lanka in the post-independence era. Taking the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (ICASL) as a case, the study researches the accounting professionalization process during the past five decades (1959-2010). Thus, the study focuses on the struggles and interactions between competing groups and organisations within the accounting profession.

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This thesis studies logistics capability, supply chain uncertainty and risk management, and logistics performance in the Australian courier industry, from the perspective of resources-based theory. A quantitative research is designed to investigate the relationships among the three latent variables: logistics capability, supply chain uncertainty and risk, and logistics performance. No similar previous study has been found.

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