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ASUU Strike and Mental Health of Business Administration Students in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State, Nigeria.
No full textASUU Strikes pose challenge to Nigeria’s educational sector. In view of this, the study aimed to determine the relationship between ASUU strike and mental health of Business Administration students in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra State. The study adopted a survey research design and convenience sampling technique was used to select participants from Management Sciences faculty. Data were collected from 237 participants with the use of a structured questionnaire. Data on personal information of participants were presented and quantified using simple frequency tables, while data relating to the section B of the questionnaire were analyzed using arithmetic mean. Hypotheses were tested using Pearson Product Moment Correlation Coefficient with the aid of Statistical Data for Social Science Version 23. Findings revealed significant relationship between ASUU Strike and Mental Health of Business Administration students in Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. Specifically, a moderate positive was found to exist between institutional underfunding and Students’ academic performance. Additionally, Lecturers remuneration strongly correlates with students’ financial stress. The study recommended the presence of adequate institutional funding through increased governmental funding, or through philanthropic donations, and partnerships with industry and Alumni. The study further recommends a systematic process of financial assessment and strategic planning within the university through conducting a review of institutional financial health, identifying potential areas of improvement and developing achievement strategies.
 
Influence of Job Satisfaction and Organisational Commitment on Employee Turnover Intention in the Chemical Industry in South Africa
Full text linkThe study aimed to assess the extent to which work satisfaction and organisational commitment influence employee turnover, both individually and concurrently. The assessment was conducted quantitatively through the utilisation of an online survey approach to gather data from a sample of 249 respondents who were randomly chosen from the organisation operating in the specialty chemical business. The study discovered a detrimental absence of connection between employees and supervisors, which contributes to a climate of job unhappiness among the participants. Compared to other characteristics that have an influence, a lack of strong dedication to the organisation (known as affective commitment) resulted in an increased inclination to resign from the company. The study's findings suggest that an increase in job satisfaction and organisational commitment leads to a decrease in turnover intention. The supervisor's influence and emotional dedication to the organisation are recognised as being more substantial than other aspects. Consequently, research has shown that contentment with a colleague, manager, and client (in descending order) has a beneficial impact on affective commitment. Consequently, heightened levels of work satisfaction and organisational commitment results in a reduction in turnover intention. The study shows that employees' overall happiness with their supervisors, colleagues, and customers is associated with a decrease in their intention to leave the company, indicating a higher likelihood of retention.  
ECONOMIC NARRATIVES IN MOTION: THE POWER OF FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE IN KYRGYZ NEWSPAPERS
No full textThe information reflected in newspapers is to be announced to millions of people with an aim to evoke the interest of the reader; the means of the figurative language help to make the newspaper text more emotional and moving. The newspapers content depends on the topicality of the event announced and it is really necessary to render the fresh news by using the right language techniques, so the usage of figurative language makes the newspaper materials more engaging towards the audience. The paper examines the examples of figurative language used in Kyrgyz newspapers focused on the country economics; the analysis of the newspaper materials helps to observe the significance of the figurative means in newspaper texts. The paper hypothesis is that the newspaper texts structure has a great role in the process of gaining readers’ interest. 
ANALYSIS OF ECOWAS QUEST FOR REGIME SURVIVAL VERSUS REPUBLIC OF NIGER: ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL IMPLICATIONS
Full text linkThe study explores ECOWAS quest for regime survival in the aftermath of the collapse of the democratic government in the Republic of Niger, being the fifth country in the row in West Africa within three (3) years. It sought to unveil the latent reasons behind ECOWAS stand, interrogate whether it was acting as a proxy and identify the linkages between the destruction of Nord-Stream Gas Pipeline phase 1 and 2, the renewed interest in Trans-Sahara Gas Pipeline (TSGP) and ECOWAS pursuit of regime survival. The analysis approached the study through an exploratory and diagnostic method, which explored historical and time-series events in the analysis. The procedure revealed that wherever democratic regimes failed to add value to the lives of citizens through democratic accountability, the people will embark on protest actions out of relative deprivation that confront them. Military coup d’etat is an extreme form of protest at the level of supplantment as witnessed in Niger. It further disclosed that ECOWAS quest for regime survival is unconnected with TSGP project meant to convey gas from Nigeria through Niger Republic via Algeria to western Europe through Italy. The declaration by the coupists that Niger will not honour its own part of the contract any longer would result in extreme dependence of Western Europe on Russia for gas. The logical alternative is to get ECOWAS to embark on regime restoration in order to honour the pipeline contract and possibly free Europe from the stranglehold of Russia. The analysis concluded that Russian -Ukraine kind of war looms in Niger, which is capable of engulfing Nigeria and the sub-region
ANALYSIS OF THE PROCESSES RELATED TO GLOBALIZATION OF ENTERPRISES IN BULGARIA
Full text linkPeople have been interacting with each other for a long period, through their businesses. Enterprises are the structure of the social economy. Due to the successive economic and social crises in Bulgaria, many companies are on the verge of survival. Through them, society's expectations for the employment of the population are characterised, which is the main objective of every enterprise. The main objective of this paper is to characterize and analyse the process of increasing economic, social, technical and political interconnections between individuals, countries and organizations.The current context impose a need to develop a system of indicators for the analysis and assessment of the globalization processes that is affecting the whole economy of the country. There is also a need for targeted management actions and the development and implementation of effective strategies that are appropriate to the dynamic changes in the competitive environment
Export-Growth Nexus in Nigeria: Does Capital Inflow Matters?
Full text linkThis study examined how capital inflow influence export-growth nexus in Nigeria from 1980 to 2022. The study employed ADF and PP unit root test to determine the stationarity of each variable and the result reveals that there is mixed level of stationarity among the variables as gross capital formation is stationary at level while other variables such as export, capital inflow, inflation rate, and government expenditure are stationary at first difference. Consequently, the study is conducted using the ARDL estimation approach. The study found that inflation rate, gross capital creation, and trade openness had negative impacts on Nigeria's economic growth, whereas capital inflow, government expenditure, the interaction of export and capital inflow, and trade openness all had positive impact on the economic growth. Consequently, the study recommends that government should create an enabling environment to attract more capital inflow into the country also government should review its trade policies so that export could starting stimulating economic growth in Nigeria
Work Schedule Flexibility and Employees’ Retention: Using Academic Staff of Ogun State Institute of Technology, Igbesa, Ogun State as a Study.
No full textThe study examined work schedule flexibility and employee’s retention using academic staff of Ogun State Institute of Technology, Igbesa as a focus. The research population was 136, and the sample size was 102 staff of the total population which consisted of both senior and junior staff. Multistage sampling technique was adopted in this study; which was stratified and simple random sampling techniques. A total of 102 copies of the questionnaire were administered while a total of 98 copies of the questionnaire were received from respondents and 95 copies were valid for data analysis. The 10-items measuring instruments were tested using test-retest reliability by administering the test once and then administering the same test again three weeks after the first administration. The hypothesis formulated for the study was analysed using Pearson Correlation Analysis. The findings revealed that there was a significant positive relationship between work schedule flexibility and employee’s retention (r –statistics 0.317), P – values (0.002). The study recommended that managers should create an enabling environment for work schedule flexibility so as to retain their employee for the development of the organisation.
Keywords: Employee’s Engagement, Employee’s Retention, Workload, Work Schedule Flexibility, Work Stress.
JEL CLASSIFICATION: M1
Culture and Innovation: How Creative Sectors Can Contribute to the Sustainable Development of Romania
Full text linkThis academic paper explores the symbiotic relationship between culture and innovation, specifically examining how creative sectors can contribute to the sustainable development of Romania. Grounded in the understanding that cultural and creative industries play a vital role in fostering innovation and economic growth, this study investigates the unique ways in which these sectors can propel Romania towards a sustainable future.
The research employs a multidisciplinary approach, drawing on insights from cultural studies, economics, and innovation management. It begins by elucidating the theoretical foundations that underscore the interplay between culture, innovation, and sustainability. Subsequently, the paper delves into an empirical analysis, utilizing case studies and quantitative data to illustrate the impact of creative sectors on economic development, social cohesion, and environmental sustainability in the Romanian context.
The findings reveal compelling connections between cultural vitality, innovative practices, and sustainable outcomes. The creative sectors, including visual arts, design, film, and technology-driven industries, emerge as dynamic contributors to Romania's sustainable development agenda. The study highlights the role of cultural initiatives in enhancing social inclusivity, fostering entrepreneurial ecosystems, and driving technological advancements that align with sustainable principles.
Moreover, the paper examines policy implications and strategic recommendations for harnessing the full potential of creative sectors in Romania. It advocates for a comprehensive approach that integrates cultural policies with innovation strategies to create an environment conducive to creativity, collaboration, and sustainable growth.
In conclusion, this research contends that the creative sectors can serve as catalysts for transformative change in Romania's journey towards sustainability. By recognizing and leveraging the intrinsic link between culture and innovation, policymakers, business leaders, and cultural practitioners can collaboratively chart a course for a more resilient and vibrant future for the nation. This paper contributes valuable insights to the discourse on the intersection of culture, innovation, and sustainability, offering a roadmap for unlocking the full potential of creative sectors in Romania's sustainable development trajectory.
 
The Relationship between Motivation and Job Satisfaction of Administrative Staff at a Selected University in Cape Town
Full text linkThis study investigated the correlation between motivation and job satisfaction. The study conducted a detailed analysis of the intrinsic and extrinsic elements that influence the motivation and job satisfaction of administrative staff. The study employed a quantitative method and utilised correlation for data analysis. Data on the factors that influence employee work satisfaction at a specific university in Cape Town were collected using a five point Likert scale questionnaire. The population consisted of 77 respondents, specifically administrative staff. Out of the 54 responses were received, the response rate was calculated to be 70%. The responses were examined using descriptive and inferential statistics. The findings indicate that there is a strong positive correlation (0.695) between work motivation and job satisfaction, which is statistically significant at a p-value of 0.001 (p<0.05). There is a clear and important connection between work motivation and job satisfaction among the administrative staff at the University. Put simply, there is a direct correlation between increased work motivation and job satisfaction. Hence, this study has established that there is a statistically significant correlation between employee motivation and job satisfaction
Economic Investigation of Utility Maximization through Mathematical Analysis
Full text linkIn this paper economic predictions among commodity prices and Lagrange multipliers are deliberated, where utility maximization policy is examined with sufficient mathematical investigation. In mathematical economics, utility reflects the propensity of an activity, which of course increases or decreases complete happiness of the individual/society. The system of Lagrange multiplier is a strongly valuable method in advanced calculus that is applied in this paper with a pair of constraints. This paper also tries to show the economic results of optimization precisely but elaborately