Abstract Kuwait Airlines Company was launched in the year 1953 as a privately owned firm. Managers must retain existing customers to attract new customers. This is possible through implementing strategies for customer satisfaction. Kuwait Airlines is in the service industry, and the quality of services and value of money of...
Executive Summary First and foremost, the team appreciates the fact that the main goal of any organization is to maximize the shareholder’s wealth. This objective usually arouses confrontations between the shareholders and the management when it realizes both the short-term and long-term goals of the organization. Therefore, an agreeable equilibrium...
Abstract Generally, the media has persistently provided a rich niche for marketing initiatives (OECD 2002, pp. 56). This applies to small and medium-scale enterprises. The present infiltration of various forms of media advertising including the print media, internet, television, radio, and other sophisticated forms has a significant impact on the...
Context To attain organizational goals effectively and efficiently, strategic leadership is demanded. Leadership incorporates a focused control/management of an organization and its subjects (Sagawa & Jospin 2009, p. 9). In this context, effective leadership remains relevant and applicable in numerous organizations. Concurrently, this includes the Colombian Navy Academy. Ideally, leadership...
Introduction Mining is a multi-billion dollar industry that provides massive employment to millions of people worldwide. On the flip side, however, mining especially of oil and precious stones is ironically more of a “curse” than a blessing. There is nowhere in the world when mining generates wealth and negativity like...
Abstract Since entering Vietnam market, Coca-Cola has been trying to increase its market share, as well as its sales volume. Venturing into foreign markets is sometimes costly and risky thus, Coca-Cola has chosen a joint venture strategy. This has helped in reducing the risks because costs were shared besides enabling...
Brief Overview of the Area The effectiveness of public service cannot be achieved unless leadership styles are properly identified. The analysis of leadership styles in Saudi Arabia is important because this field is poorly discussed in the literature. In this respect, specific attention will be given to the analysis of...
Problem statement For a long time in history, sports have been taken as a social event. Sports have been in existence for many years. As it is today, the magnitude and scale of sport in society are growing. This has been characterized by growth in the number of sports and...
Introduction The ultimate aims of Change Management organizations are Successful planning, execution, measurement, and preservation of a change in the initiatives of the organization and improvement of their current ability for managing change (William, 1986). This paper evaluates change management in the Telecommunications sector Omantel in the Sultanate of Oman....
Introduction Within project headship, investigators have explored the idea of leadership widely (Gehring, 2007). The investigators focused on highlighting the significance of project management as a crucial element of project success. Their findings implied that more challenging marketplace situations needed better attention to headship, awareness, and work-based knowledge in ensuring...
Introduction In the last few decades, the world has witnessed increased integration of the global economy which has resulted in new opportunities for economic and income growth (OECD, 2007). For developed nations, it opens new markets for goods and services. For developing countries, it contains the promise of increasing the...
Overview of the strategic triangle performance frame-working As the era of competition is ushered in, strategic planning for organizations has become a necessity. Therefore, many strategic planning models are being developed. Strategies are developed with the aim of capturing the emerging needs of organizations arising from competition and the competitive...
The description of the event or story Benetton is an apparel company with a global presence in more than 120 countries. The corporation uses mega stores to provide high quality services for their clientele. This helps the company to generate revenue of two billion Euros annually. Some of the well...
Introduction As mentioned earlier, this thesis proposal will be aiming to undertake a competitiveness analysis of Gemstone artisanal small-scale mining (ASM) value chain focusing on key issues, constraints and opportunities of small-scale precious stone miners in Erongo Region of Namibia and comparing them to ASM in the Karas Region. The...
Introduction The market for luxury products has experienced a substantial growth ever since human beings became civilized. In fact, in the fiscal 2005, the consumption of luxury products reached its peak. This emerged due to the increased number of consumers who buy luxury goods, greater economic confidence and increase in...
Executive summary BMW is one of the largest and successful cars and motorcycle producer in the world. The company has remained to be among the largest firms in the German motor industry. BMW, MINI as well as Rolls-Royce are amongst the three BMW strongest and finest sorts in the auto...
Literature Review Introduction The review of the literature for this study focuses on the various approaches for implementing sustainability practices in supply chain operations and how they relate to the triple bottom line concept. The chapter begins with a definition of supply chain management, corporate sustainability and the triple bottom...
Introduction The adoption of an internationalization strategy is often followed by the setting up of the necessary structures that will ensure its success. The fact that, in this case, McDonald’s seeks to increase their global presence and their scope in the international fast food market means that they are more...
Introduction Strategic marketing is the “management function responsible for identifying, anticipating and satisfying customer requirements profitably” (Loudon, Stevens, & Wrenn, 2004, p. 21). The focus of strategic marketing is to address marketing complexities, customers’ expectations, as well as, to align the business to changes in the market. Strategic marketing enables...
Abstract SMEs are now becoming increasingly important in almost every economy. It has been noted that the SMEs that employ less than 250 make over 99% of the European companies. Particularly in Greece, SMEs make up to 90% of all businesses. They also account for over 52% of the total...
Abstract Small and Medium Enterprises have become part of the economy in Greece offering fifty percent of employment opportunities. The organizational culture determines the level of innovation, profit, as well as technology adopted by the enterprise. The huge number of SMEs in Greece compared to other European countries makes it...
Executive Summary All Nippon Airways is a multinational company holding various interests in air-related services. Holding the fact that All Nippon Airways Company operates in three different business segments, i.e. air transportation segment, information communications, among others; moreover, the traveling segment has made the internal environment of this company complex...
Introduction The effective use of personal knowledge and knowledge about a company is very vital in the success of an organization. Knowledge management is a concept that has been in existence for at least a decade. It has contributed to the success of many organizations. Knowledge management is a concern...
Introduction According to Soliman (2000 p.1), Acquisition of knowledge is an essential component that enables a company to be flexible in the face of the changing business environment. This enables the company to improve its competitive position or to enhance costs efficiencies through improved processes. This ultimately enables the company...
Introduction Background of the study The world today is uncertain. Some of these uncertainties pose very great risks that affect our ability to achieve our goals and objectives efficiently. Since projects are intimately associated with goals and objectives, efficient and effective management of risk is a very crucial factor for...
Introduction In this modern era of globalization, the world is becoming intertwined economically, socially, and politically. There are business operations that cut across diverse cultures and borders; communicating across borders and cultures is a multifaceted and complex issue. During the mercantilism era, trade and investment were limited by communication difficulties;...
Introduction There is consensus among economists that small and medium enterprises contribute significantly to overall economic growth. Several countries including the United States have recognized the role played by small and medium enterprises in the economy and have drafted policies that support the growth of the sector. In many of...
Introduction Microsoft Corporation is a large multi-national corporation that produces several lines of computers and related products. The company is known for the production of windows and operating systems that help in the normal running of computers. Two engineers, Bill Gates and Paul Allen on April 4, 1975, established Microsoft...
The economic impact of professional sports Sports are a good means of creating a distraction away from stressful aspects of our lives. Sporting events have their own roles in different cultures and have a way of bringing the people together. Advertisers and sponsors have seen this as an opportunity to...
Abstract The following paper presents the organizational culture of an SME and its impacts. The analysis majorly surrounds the contextual framework of any organization’s environment that is revealed through the analysis of the Social-cultural, Economic, technological, and political elements of an organization. The analysis of these elements exposes the various...
Introduction Nintendo Co., Ltd. is a Japanese company specializing in the multinational production of electronics. The company is located in Kyoto, in Japan, and was founded on the 23rd of September 1889, by Yamauchi Fusajiro – for the production of hanafuda cards, which are playing cards –used for playing a...
Introduction According to official figures, there were 742, 600 SMEs in Greece. They had a combined 2,512,493 employees, representing 85% of total employment, which was well above the EU average (OECD, 2002). This means that there are 73 SMEs per 1000 inhabitants in Greece (OECD, 2002). It is also worth...
Abstract This paper analyses the conceptual framework under which Greek SMEs conduct their business. These include social, economic, policy, technological, and challenges, and opportunities that exist for SMEs. It also includes the support SMEs get from various partners. A review of the literature regarding organizational culture shows that there are...
Executive Summary British Airways is regarded as one of the largest airline transporters in the world. (Dow, 2010) The business strategies applied by this company are effective, and checked by time, however, the company experiences essential difficulties in supply chain and logistics spheres. This is explained by the fact that...
Introduction In mergers, two organizations operate as partners where each has a specific role to play. This plan introduces challenges while coming up with a management structure that can help run the new entity smoothly. In the merger between GreenHealth and Cranberry, management had to face the issue of harmonizing...
Introduction The interaction between information and an organization is simple but very crucial. Information from within the organization finds its way to the outside environment while that from outside finds its way into the internal environment of the organization (again COMMUNICATIONS, 2004) Unchecked flow of information in and out can...
Introduction This paper discusses Rosalind Lett’s leadership qualities and how those qualities have made her be an effective leader. The Leadership Experience of Rosalind Lett Rosalind Lett is an individual with many years of leadership experience because she has worked in various libraries and organizations as a leader (Ortiz, 2011)....
Changes in AtekPC’s Business Environment That Caused the Company to Introduce a PMO The business environment of personal computers has experienced a number of changes that have affected players in this industry. Priority of the consumers is shifting from personal computers to smartphones and PDAs. According to Tonnquist (2009), the...
Introduction In the development of our marketing strategy, the company can utilize customers’ internal factors which influence their purchase decisions. The present report will provide a brief overview of such internal factors, and the way they can be utilized in the context of marketing the vehicles we manufacture. Perception The...
Strategic Partner Role The HR managers of the two banking institutions were heavily involved in the process of merging the two companies. They provided the strategy used in the merger. We were involved both at the organizational culture level and at the industry level. Decision making This is a key...
Strategic Partner The merger between Westpac Corporation and St. George Bank was a timely move that has helped the firm to become stronger in this competitive industry. As a strategic partner, I believe that this has made us stronger in the Australian market. The service delivery to customers has improved...
Introduction The growth of the internet around the globe has led to the emergence of new forms of business, which have drawn their customers from the ever-increasing number of internet users. One example of such an internet-based company is the Dealfish, which is a Nigerian-based online-classified business. The business is...
Introduction The case study on the partnership between Jet Airways and Etihad will be analyzed in this paper. The two airlines have agreed to collaborate through joint operations in order to take advantage of their strengths in the aviation industry. Although the partnership presents important opportunities to the two firms,...
Abstract Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) are an important part of service delivery in most parts of the world. Most of them are involved in the delivery of humanitarian aid. Like other organizations, NGOs are heavily dependent on human resources for the success of their activities. The proposal looks at the human...
Executive Summary Marketing audit entails evaluation of the promotion processes in a business organization. It provides an overview of the current situation of the company. A comprehensive audit covers the analysis of macro and task environments, marketing functions, and strategies. The current paper presents the findings of a marketing audit...
Introduction The current business environment is characterized by numerous changes emanating from internal and external sources. Managers have the ability to influence changes originating from internal sources. However, changes arising from demographic, economic, environmental, and political forces are beyond the managers’ control. This paper outlines the various aspects that XYZ...
Preface Trade activities are controlled by regulations that ensure the interests of all stakeholders are put into consideration before making key decisions. This means that there are guidelines that ensure all trade stakeholders are respected and that activities are done according to agreements made by them. The following terms are...
Abstract HRM plays the function of selection and recruitment to guarantee to hire of people who have the capacity to develop by engaging them in the process of training and development. Effective training and development approach at organizational and global levels foster career development by emphasizing talent management and mentorship...
Staffing ENBD was the new company formed following the merger between Emirates and NBD (Mitra & Pandley 2008). Prior to the merger, the two businesses had formulated principles that would guide the process. Jointly, the two entities had formed a center of expertise that would guide the staffing process. After...
Introduction One of the most important success factors in the next five to ten years is strategic focus. It is pertinent to mention that not many business organizations are keen in maintaining strategic focus in their long term operations. A company that has a strategic focus is capable of facing...
Introduction The purpose of this chapter is to provide a literature review on Consumer buying decision-making process and the consumer behaviour. The chapter forms the foundation of my dissertation. The chapter illustrates the divergent views and opinions that have been advanced by different scholars on the subject. The objective of...
Introduction Introduction and Background of the research The importance of small and medium sized Enterprises (SMEs) to a country’s economic growth has become more evident in both the developed and developing countries. According to McDaniel (2002), Small and Medium sized Enterprises plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the economy...
Introduction The range of factors which can contribute to the organisational success can be different depending on the discussed period of time. To predict the factors which will be the most important for the organisational success in the next five to ten years, it is necessary to refer to the...
Reflective Personal Development Plan Leadership enables one to accomplish a task by using the aid and support of others (Chemers, 1997). A leader provides guidance to other individuals to help them achieve a particular goal or objective. Leaders should set clear visions and have the right attitude to execute their...
Chapter 1 In Women’s NCAA Division II college basketball, coaches are prominent figures that serve as teachers, mentors, ethical practitioners, role models and leaders, who attempt to articulate and manipulate the mission and systems taught to influence others (Hicks & McCracken, 2010). In the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) successful...
Introduction Human Resource Development (HRD) plays a very significant role in promoting political, social and economic development and growth of a country. Most countries both developed and developing relies in efficient and advanced human resource to advance in all aspects of development. Through HRD, performance, learning and the individual capabilities...
Abstract Sustainable change management is one of the most challenging yet very important tasks that the management must always deal with appropriately within an organization. XYZ Company has been successful in the past, and this is attributed to adequate leadership of the owners of this company. Its ability to expand...
List of Abbreviations AG = Auditor General BMA = Bayesian Model Averaging BNI = Bureau of National Investigations CAG = Controller and Accountant-General CAGD = Controller and Accountant-General’s Department CBI = Central Bank Independence CIDA = Canadian International Development Agency CPI = Corruption Perceptions Index DACF = District Assemblies Common...
Introduction In this paper, the concepts of liberty and political liberalism are analyzed. In this case, this paper explains the link between the two concepts. The paper further provides examples of positive and negative liberties, and a brief synthesis of the debates around political liberalism. Besides, the paper explains the...
Introduction A communication campaign is a large and complex exercise that involves the cooperation of all decision makers in an organization. The communication campaign aims at attaining the set objectives of an organization. It employs an Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) technique that focuses on Public Relations and Social Media Optimization....
Introduction Human resources are the heart of a business as they help the business to carry out its everyday activities and assist it to trade and serve the society; nevertheless, human resource management refers to the way in which such individuals are handled; so, HRM possesses a broader sense, as...
Peer-reviewed articles are scholarly sources that contain information examined by experts of the given subject before publication. The reviewers of topics discussed are called peers or referees (Tourish, 2008). These experts examine the sources of a discipline, identify mistakes, and issue recommendation for changes. The main aim of peer review...
Introduction This essay presents an analysis of steps that are taken in preparing strategic plans. In this case, the analysis has focused on the 2012-2017 strategic plan of Texas State University Library. The main purpose is to analyze whether or not the strategic planning process of the library followed the...
The ability to harmonize human resource management of an organization with strategic business dynamics and reflect on particularistic policy frameworks forms the key to higher productivity and profitability. This has been the case due to the constant changing business environment that dictates the mode of organizations’ operations needed to achieve...
Introduction When a merger occurs between two organisations, tension is created between the different entities. According to DeVoge and Spreier (2005), employees are the most affected elements of an organisation in the event of a merger (p.31). The role of HR in the merger between Westpac Corporation and St. George...
Abstract Most management theories are based on certain ground rules about organizational structure. The importance of strategy in business cannot be overemphasized; an organization needs clear objectives, both in the short-term and long-term, to remain competitive. In this paper, the constructs and variables of Ansoff’s strategic management theory are analyzed....
Introduction The objective of this paper is to compare two mergers from strategic HR perspective, the first merger case is Emirates Bank (EBI) International and National Bank of Dubai (NBD) of Unites Arab Emirates and the second one St. George Bank and Westpac Corporation of Australia. Both the mergers took...
Introduction A leader ought to be an influential and inspirational person who sets direction for people to follow. A leader suggests achievable leadership plans containing specific and verifiable goals, and guides followers towards attaining them. Setting global expansion leadership plans for an esteemed company as Wal-Mart is not a simple...
Abstract In the present-day world of high competition, life in the fast lane and an unceasing chain of discoveries made in the field of technology in general and informational technology in particular on a regular basis, entrepreneurs have to make a choice between speeding up their staff turnover and investing...
Introduction Managing change is the most important factor in determining the ability of an organization to redesign its management structures, harmonize the culture, and raise productivity. When Change is effected in an organization, it aids in raising productivity, improving value and enabling an organization to operate profitably either internally or...
Introduction In the modern world, large business corporations are expanding at a high rate across the nations’ boundaries seeking new business opportunities in the regions seemed to have unexploited business potential. Globalization of business and technology transfer has enabled the creation of harmonized world economies, thus easing the expansion of...
Introduction This paper concentrates on analyzing the aspects of business ethics; in order to do so, it is vital to understand the key issues and concepts of moral reasoning and ethics in business, and to focus on leadership and formulation of a practical framework for ethical decision-making. Furthermore, it considers...
Abstract Organizations that seek to increase their competitive advantage as a tool for growing into the global markets need to assess their performance strategies. From the context of the position of the vice president of for a global learning organization, this paper presents a proposal to the CEO of the...
Introduction In this chapter, a detailed review of literature is presented which relates to employee retention and motivation in a working environment. Since, the aim of the research is to penetrate the reason that lead to a high turnover in healthcare call centers, therefore the focus of the literature being...
Abstract When choosing between career and stability in their business affairs, people often pick the former. The given choice, however, may come at a price, leading to a halt in professional growth. At the same time, though, with the help of a well thought-out performance management, the HRM department of...
Abstract Often overlooked, such aspect of an organization as the identity and culture of the staff often gets overlooked despite the obvious significance of the issue. The subject matter, however, is recognized as essential when an organization starts expanding and, thus, is supposed to communicate with the representatives of another...
Introduction It is notable that in the changing trend of the corporate world, globalization embraces business organizations from all spheres, which increase the need for the multinational corporations to employ people from local or ethnic backgrounds. In addition, rising numbers of trained, educated, proficient, and competent populations at rural communities...
Introduction It is pertinent to mention that adequate production of electric energy is a key sustainable development parameter that cannot be ignored at all. As a matter of fact, power production in the developed world such as European states and United States of America has been sufficient for a considerably...
Introduction Comprehending the roles and relationships between the human resources department and the finance department within an organization is critical for the success and attainment of the desired outcomes (Shleifer & Vishny, 2007). The current roles of the human resources department has become sophisticated and need more collaboration and inputs...
HRM Practices and Employee Retention in Public Sector It is indeed true that organisations today are at an elevated risk of losing important human resources to other organisations (Yamamoto 2011), and that many have been unable to capitalise on their human assets due to poor employee retention strategies (Fey, Bjorkman,...
Business Overview This plan aims at laying the factual strategies that will be involved in implementing a business to provide communication services and devices in Australia. The proposed name of the company will be Safaricom Limited. The company will offer such communication services as voice calls, short message services, internet...
Introduction In the 21st century, many organisations are grappling to find the best approaches to creating a work environment that will ensure that the best talent is attracted and maintained. At the centre of the challenges that are facing the workplace environment is the ambiguity of the best approaches to...
Introduction Marketing communication is a fundamentally vital aspect that determines the success of an organization when it comes to wooing customers. The methods used in accomplishing this undertaking must be selected carefully to enable the organization to inform the customers with clarity and effectiveness. The impact realized in that marketing...
Introduction Operational efficiency and sustainability are some of the most essential aspects that profit and non-profit oriented firms should consider in their strategic management practices (Pryor, Taneja, Humphreys & Singleton, 2008). The importance of operational efficiency arises from the need to enhance firms’ long-term existence through effective production, sourcing, distribution,...
Elements of a strong culture According to Dunbar and Starbuck (2006), organisations have their embedded cultures, which are classified into strong and weak cultures. Linnenluecke and Griffiths (2010) agree with Dunbar and Starbuck (2006) that most often, strong organisational cultures serve as substitutes to the formal way of doing things...
Job enrichment defined Job enrichment refers to the process of giving employees an opportunity to put into practice their various abilities and potentials. It is underlined by the fact that employees have different abilities and potentials. Job enrichment is attained through having a variety of challenging tasks, giving feedback to...
Introduction The concept of talent management can be defined as the process that a company utilises in order to develop an employee’s skills during their time in the company (Ross, 2013). Basically, it can be considered as the means by which a company enables employees to take on an assortment...
Essentially, each organization applies human resources as a workforce in a bid to achieve its utmost objectives. In essence, it must incorporate people to provide particulate services or carry out stipulated duties. Modern society is applying strategies not only to define the daily operations of a real organization but also...
Background Qatar has continued to experience rapid economic growth in recent years due to its vast oil resources and the proliferation of other industries in the non-oil sector (Berrebi et al 2009; Weber 2011). Coinciding with the unprecedented economic growth, the number of semi-private corporations and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) operating...
Overview of the Organization Wal-Mart is a large multinational retail corporation that was founded in 1962 by Sam Walton at Walnut Street in Rogers. According to Roberts and Berg (201, p.45), this American corporation started as a discounted store. The owner was focused on providing goods to the customers at...
Introduction Resistance to change is inevitable in the transformation management process within most organisations. The change management process in any organisation is majorly concerned with how employees can be reinvigorated and sanctioned to work with the new systems and resources (Folger & Skarlicki 2010, p.534). Managing change is focused on...
Introduction Strategic administration involves a group of continuous deeds and all-inclusive procedures that businesses deploy to categorize and align possessions in an orderly approach. Actions in strategic management are aligned with the organisation’s mission, vision, and plans (Dess, Lumpkin & Taylor 2005). Such activities change a static plan into an...
Positive Effects of Situational Leadership The positive effect of situational leadership is obvious due to how it enables managers to be more flexible in the way they lead those under them. This particular leadership style also has a certain intuitive appeal to it given the capacity of most managers to...
Introduction This paper is aimed at showing how the principles of complex adaptive systems theory can be applied to the transformation of the Clayton Country Library System (CCLS). Furthermore, it is important to discuss how the method of appreciative inquiry can be used in this organizational setting. These findings are...
Executive Summary Interpretative business analysis is significant to Brewpub’s success. However, while a businessperson analyzes the viability of a business venture plan or the level of business success, it is difficult to perceive things from an objective point of view. Therefore, such a businessperson must hire a knowledgeable and experienced...
Introduction Honda and Hyundai are globally recognized brands in the motor engineering industry. The two companies have worked hard over the years to achieve this recognition. They continue to compete with each other to ensure that each remains at the top of the automobile industry. In addition, they make efforts...
Introduction Organizational change has become one of the most important elements in organizations’ efforts to achieve sustainability. Brockner and James (2008) emphasize that change is a never-ending organizational process. Previous studies have led to the formulation of numerous change theories/models such as the teleological, evolutionary, life cycle, and dialectical theories....
Introduction and Research Question The global business environment is dynamic with globalization and technological changes affecting many businesses. Due to these changes, firms must establish the best strategies that can sustain their objectives to the future rather than making them quit the market. Following these challenges, firms have increased competitiveness...
Introduction A leader is any individual who influences and guides other people in order to attain certain desired outcomes. A leader acts as a role model and leads by example. Effective leadership is characterized by the ability to persuade others into following certain rules and guidelines. Persuasion is only possible...
Introduction Management as a discipline should exist. This branch of knowledge is very important as it concerns practices of basic administration and principles which play a unique role in organizations (Cerović, 2015). The discipline indicates how an enterprise should be operated by managers and specifies how managers should conduct themselves....
Introduction Management science is one of the interdisciplinary sciences that aim at creating the greatest efficiency in human capital. The current global market and its competitiveness call for businesses and their management teams to enhance production and productivity. Both employers and employees are involved in operations that entail production activities...
The study is aimed at investigating the direct and indirect relationships between job satisfaction and job performance in companies that deal with automobiles in MI, USA. A standardized quantitative questionnaire will be distributed a sample of 100 employees who will be selected from the companies. Data analysis will then be...
