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Awareness and Acceptability of Pre-Certified Halal Foods to Non-Muslim Students among Secondary Schools
Get PDFMulticulturalism is increasingly shaping contemporary societies, yet food, a fundamental human necessity, often becomes a point of cultural and belief-based contention. The halal food industry has grown significantly, garnering support both locally and internationally. However, this burgeoning sector faces challenges related to establishing standardized regulations that acknowledge its role in nation-building and promote cultural diversity. This study aimed to assess the awareness and acceptance of pre-certified halal food among non-Muslim students across secondary schools in Lambayong, Sultan Kudarat. Employing a descriptive survey research design, the study utilized a researcher-developed questionnaire administered to 350 students selected through simple random sampling from seven identified schools in Lambayong, Sultan Kudarat.
Findings indicated that despite Lambayong\u27s diverse population, most respondents demonstrated awareness and positive perceptions of pre-certified halal food. However, some community elders and church leaders expressed reservations about allowing younger generations to consume such food. The study also observed that while many vendors and proprietors were Muslim, not all adhered to the practice of wearing hijab (for Muslim women), and some lacked necessary cooking equipment like gloves and hairnets. Furthermore, certain halal establishments were found to have inadequate sanitation and pest control measures. Ultimately, the study concluded that there exists a moderate relationship between respondents\u27 awareness and their acceptance of halal food. Recommendations include schools collaborating with barangay and local government units to monitor the hygiene of nearby restaurants and canteens. Additionally, halal food establishments should prioritize enhancing their sanitation practices and hygiene protocols to ensure compliance and consumer confidence
The Beauty of the Seoul: Determinants of Korean Cosmetic Usage among Young Filipina University Students
Get PDFThe global ascendancy of Korean cosmetic products, propelled by the Korean Wave phenomenon, has fundamentally reshaped beauty standards and consumer behaviors worldwide. This study aimed to determine the factors influencing the use of Korean cosmetics among female university students in the Philippines, focusing on perceived authenticity, aesthetic appeal, and facial perception. A structured questionnaire was administered to 175 respondents from a private university in Metro Manila. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, including Spearman\u27s rank correlation coefficient and regression analysis. Results indicated a statistically significant positive correlation between the perceived aesthetic appeal of packaging (β = .211, p < .006) and the usage of Korean cosmetics. Regression analysis confirmed that perceived aesthetic appeal was a determinant of product usage (R2 = 0.176, P ≤ 0.05). Facial attractiveness (β = .107, p = .165) were found to be statistically significantly correlated with usage, however, found to be not statistically significant determinant. Perceived authenticity (β = .005, p = .950) showed no correlation with product usage and not a determinant as well. These findings underscore the importance of visual aesthetics in consumer behavior among young Filipino consumers, providing strategic insights for brands in the competitive beauty market of the Philippines
The Enterprise Value and The Financial Leverage of Manufacturing Industries in the Municipality of Bulan Sorsogon
Get PDFThis research was conducted to determine and assess the financial leverage and the enterprise value of manufacturing industries in the Municipality of Bulan Sorsogon, Philippines and to establish the relationship of these two variables. This also determines the factors that influence the financial leverage decisions of the business owners. This study used mixed design. A total of 92 registered manufacturing business owners operating in the said Municipality were the primary respondents of the study. Vertical analyses and linear regression analyses were utilized.
This study concludes that the manufacturing business enterprises in the Municipality of Bulan Sorsogon have significant amount of debt relative to its equity as manifested by its financial leverage. The respondents were likewise found to have a low enterprise value, with exception to company’s book value, which suggests a lower market perception of the company\u27s worth, potentially reflecting weaker financial performance or growth prospects. Lack of personal capital, financial risk tolerance and cost of debt, cash flow stability, growth opportunities and regulatory and legal considerations were the identified factors that influence the financial leverage of the manufacturing business owners. From the results, the researcher highly recommends that manufacturing business owners may consider optimizing their capital structure to ensure an appropriate balance between debt and equity
PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Aviation Fuel Terminal (AFT) Syamsudin Noor Duta Duta Bahtera Program in Realizing Community-Based Sustainable Development Goals (SDG\u27s) in Banjarbaru
Get PDFDuta Bahtera Program implemented by PT Pertamina Patra Niaga Aviation Fuel Terminal (AFT) Syamsudin Noor, Banjarbaru, is an initiative to reduce malnutrition rates through a community-based approach. This program involves multiple stakeholders, such as integrated health post cadres, parents, health centres and nutritionists in training activities, providing additional food, and socializing good parenting patterns. This is descriptive qualitative research to examine the implementation of the Duta Bahtera Program by PT Pertamina Patra Niaga AFT Syamsudin Noor, Banjarbaru and its relation to the Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs). The results of Duta Bahtera program showed that the program contributes significantly to public health and can be used as a model for similar programs in other areas. With effective collaboration and empowerment, this program creates a strong foundation for a healthier future for children in Indonesia. Thus, the Duta Bahtera Program has a role in supporting the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially in eradicate poverty (SDG 2), improving health and well-being (SDG 3), and empowering communities and building multi-party collaboration (SDGs 17). This program also shows efforts to maintain a balance between environmental sustainability, economic growth and community welfare as a symbol of achieving the Triple Bottom Line SDGs
The Moderating Effect of Demographics in the Relationship between Graduate Employability and Course Outcomes Contribution
Get PDFThis study aimed to determine the moderating effect of demographics in the relationship between graduate employability and course outcomes contribution. In this study, graduate employability is evaluated by allowing graduates to self-assess their skills. Additionally, graduates assess how their course outcomes have contributed to their graduate skills. This study utilized the descriptive correlational design with moderation analysis to determine the significant relationship among the variables. Stratified Random sampling was used with a total sample size of 125 employed graduates. The statistical tools employed in the study were frequency and percentage distribution, mean and standard deviation, Analysis of variance, Regression analysis, and Moderation analysis. The findings revealed no significant difference in the graduate\u27s employability when respondents were grouped according to profile. A test of influence was conducted between graduate employability and course outcomes contribution, with a coefficient of 1.032 and p-value<0.001 indicating a strong significant relationship. However, it was found that demographics have no moderating effect on the relationship between graduate employability and course outcomes contributions. In conclusion, graduate employability is significantly influence by course outcomes contribution, which established the fact that the stronger the curriculum is the higher the graduate employability of the graduates. Curriculum intervention is simplified eliminating profile segregation, it makes it easier to give activity, seminar, trainings and other activities to graduates. Overall, regardless of future career path the graduates would take, the curriculum should have a well-grounded curriculum and activity to nourished versatile skills for graduates
English Proficiency Test and Academic Performance in Purposive Communication: A Correlation Study
Get PDFEnglish is a critical subject in the Philippines; teachers themselves are also required to pass the English Proficiency Test before practic-ing in public schools. However, there has been a gradual decline in English language proficiency among Filipinos, as evidenced by vari-ous assessments. The study aims to explore the English proficiency of college students at the university in relation to the course Purpos-ive Communication which sought to answer the following ques-tions:1) What is the academic performance in Purposive Communi-cation course of the respondents?; 2) What are the English profi-ciency level test results of the respondents? 3) Is there a significant relationship between the general weighted average in the Purposive Communication course of the respondents and the English profi-ciency level test results of the respondents? The researchers utilized a correlational research design for the study to measure the rela-tionship between independent and dependent variables; it deter-mined that a correlational design was appropriate and beneficial. This phase statistical insights into the relationship between aca-demic performance and English proficiency. The findings contribut-ed to theory generation by shedding light on the role of specific col-lege courses in shaping English proficiency and informing educa-tional policies aimed at enhancing language proficiency among fu-ture teachers
Study Habits and Learning Performance Of Grade 6 Indigenous Learners In A District
Get PDFIndigenous students faced various challenges that could hinder their academic success. The Indigenous Peoples\u27 Rights Act (IPRA), the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP), and the Indigenous Peoples\u27 Education (IPEd) Policy and Framework (DepEd Order No. 32, s. 2015) all contributed to strengthening the indigenous rights movement. The research sought the influence of study habits on the academic achievement of Grade 6 indigenous students in the District of San Marcelino. The goal was to improve the quality of education through effective classroom instruction. The research investigated the correlation between study habits and academic achievement in Grade 6 IPEd students in the 2022-2023 school year. Two factors were considered: individual factors such as age, gender, birth order, mother\u27s highest educational attainment, and father\u27s highest educational attainment, as well as instructional factors such as interest and study habits. The research was done in San Marcelino District Schools, Division of Zambales. The participants were randomly selected from eight out of the twenty-one public elementary schools in the district. The main instrument of the data was a survey questionnaire. The collected data were analyzed using simple statistical tools, including frequency count, mean, standard deviation, and inferential statistics. The hypothesis was tested using F-Test or ANOVA and Pearson R Correlation at a significance level of 0.05. The findings indicated that the participants had a diverse mix in age, gender, birth order, and their parents\u27 education. Most participants were between 11 and 12 years old, with an almost equal number of males and females. The distribution of birth order varied, with a majority being either the first-born or fifth-born or above. Furthermore, the parents\u27 educational background ranged from elementary education to college. The study found a correlation between the academic performance of Grade 6 IPED learners and their study habits. This correlation was moderate in strength and statistically significant, indicating that IPED learners with good study habits had a higher likelihood of achieving higher grades
A Systematic Literature Review of Digital Transformation
Get PDFThe introduction of information, technology, and innovation in goods and services is the cornerstone of success in the modern global economy. These significant digital revolution shifts have established new digitally related practices that enhance and add value to the way businesses and organizations operate. With this, it is more crucial than ever to comprehend the potential benefits digital transformation projects may offer businesses and the economy. This study contributes to the continuous research related to digital transformation by pondering the articles about its disposition. Furthermore, this may enlighten business stakeholders and policymakers on the substance of digital transformation in the business and economy. This study presents the 20 reviewed literature precisely their basis of the sources of data, geographical settings, statistical treatment employed, distribution of geographical settings of selected studies, the variable usage for digital transformation, its parameters, and the concepts or other variables it is being related with
Knowledge Management in the 21st Century: Trends, Developments, and Strategies
Get PDFIn the evolving landscape of the 21 st-century, the sphere of knowledge management (KM) has greatly transformed over the years, boosted by means of technological advancement as well as changes in organizational structures. Research has shown that knowledge management is becoming increasingly important for organizations to achieve their goals and stay competitive in today\u27s changing environment. This article focuses on the changes that have an impact on the knowledge management of organizations. The research approach employs the review of published knowledge management literature postulating on these related changes and development. The write-up included the overview of four firms as case studies, namely, Xerox Corporation, Siemens AG, Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Computer Science (SCS) and Imperial College London’s Data Science Institute (DSI). There are key lessons worth reflecting on from these organizations’ implementation of knowledge management. As the knowledge management landscape continues to evolve, the paper serves as a valued reference for all those who are taking part in industries, scholars and students and agencies who wish to harness knowledge excellence and innovation. It proposes an integrated model of knowledge-sharing culture, technology, and strategies for best practice and a framework for the strategies of knowledge management is included. Review findings affirm that organizations need to adopt effective and efficient knowledge management practices for organizations to stay competitive and improve performance. The paper concludes with the recommendation that knowledge management is required for organizational efficiency in the digital era and outlines insights on strategies for best practices
Investigating Organizational Loyalty in Maritime Companies among Generation X and Millennials Using Partial Least Squares Structural Equa-tion Modeling
Get PDFThis study aimed to study job security, social stimulation, and oppor-tunity to use one’s abilities as factors that influenced Gen X (ages 36-54) and Millennial (ages 21 to 35) employees’ organizational loyalty as part of a particular organization. Understanding organizational culture is cru-cial when examining loyalty among Gen X and Millennial seafarers in maritime companies. It has been recognized as a vital factor contributing to the success of business operations. Recently, many initiatives have been implemented to promote workforce development. Employers rec-ognize that their workforce directly affects financial performance, and understanding organizational loyalty across generations is crucial for ensuring this. Sixty seafarers from three Philippine Manning agencies were asked to answer surveys and participate in follow-up interviews as needed to investigate the variables. Partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) and multigroup analysis (PLS-MGA) were used to analyze the gathered respondent data. The findings indicated that social stimulation and the opportunity to use one’s abilities were both groups\u27 most significant predictors of loyalty. The subsequent PLS-MGA showed that job security was particularly a significant predictor for Gen X employees, while it was not a significant predictor for Millennials. The implications show that predictors of loyalty can change depending on the age of the seafarers. Therefore, it is recommended that leaders of the different Philippine manning agencies develop customized strategies for cultivating loyalty from Gen X and millennial employees. must ensure that employees understand a clear path for growth and development, and they should actively pursue these plans. Moreover, management can enhance social connections by forming partnerships and collaborating with maritime stakeholders. This approach can foster positive interac-tions among the various marine stakeholders