International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147- 4478)
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A monotheism-based human resource development model to support Indonesia as the world\u27s halal center
Get PDFIndonesia is optimistic about becoming the center of the world\u27s halal industry and the halal industry covers very diverse aspects of life, from the financial, food and beverage, tourism, pharmaceutical and cosmetics industries to the fashion industry. This very broad aspect of course requires the support of a lot of reliable human resources, namely human resources that are in accordance with the characteristics of Islamic values ??such as professional (kafa\u27ah), trustworthy (amanah) and himmatul amal (work spirit). For this reason, developing human resources who are currently or will be involved in the sharia industry is important. This research is qualitative research by conducting searches and comparisons of related concepts and policies, then analyzing them using the monotheism concept approach and finally describing the results of the interpretation of the data collected so that finally conclusions are drawn and convey the development model that should be carried out
Green supply chain management as a competitive strategy in the South African mining sector: An empirical assessment
Get PDFThis study seeks to investigate green supply chain management (GSCM) methods and their impact on enterprise performance in the South African mining industry. The study specifically examines the mediating influence of organisational factors—employee job satisfaction, operational efficiency, and relational efficiency—in mining businesses located in Rustenburg, Northwest Province. A quantitative research design was employed with a designed survey questionnaire disseminated to supply chain management departments in two platinum mining firms. The research model connected GSCM practices to enterprise performance, mediated by three organisational characteristics. The data analysis encompassed reliability and validity assessments, succeeded by correlational analysis and multiple regression models to evaluate the hypotheses. The findings indicated a statistically significant correlation between the deployment of GSCM practices and organisational performance. The study further established that employee job satisfaction, operational efficiency, and relational efficiency significantly moderate this link. The findings indicate that the use of GSCM directly improves performance and indirectly boosts essential organisational dynamics.The research offers empirical evidence endorsing the strategic incorporation of GSCM processes within the mining industry. It underscores the significance of concentrating on internal organisational elements to optimise the advantages of GSCM implementation. Mining companies can enhance their sustainability and overall performance by emphasising employee satisfaction and operational teamwork. This study enhances the sparse empirical literature on Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) within the mining sector, specifically in the sub-Saharan African context. Incorporating organisational mediators provides a deeper view of how Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) influences company performance, offering useful insights for both scholars and practitioners seeking to link sustainability with commercial objectives
The oxymoron of participatory democracy in the South African maturing democracy: A dialectical paradoxes of public administration
Get PDFThe maturing democracy in South Africa is navigating challenges within the context of participatory democracy, which has evolved into two distinct states. The arrangement of these two states reflects the citizens\u27 efforts to mobilise for the public state, as opposed to their belief in the private state. The public state is exemplified by active participation aimed at advancing the interests of the impoverished, which should serve as a foundational element to inform the government of its citizens\u27 desires. The second state is the private state (intra-state), which functions in the digital age and communicates swiftly on various matters distinct from those of the public state. All these states appeal to the same government, yet one state appears to be thriving more than the others, complicating the philosophical framework that underlies South Africa\u27s public administration aimed at unifying the nation. This study aims to illustrate the quality of services and the dependencies of these two states on government, highlighting how their existence is scientifically steering the government in divergent directions. Secondly, this illustrates how these two states are influenced by class contradictions within society, where one class oppresses another to promote its interests through government influence. The study concludes that intra-state arrangements are illegitimate, serving to exploit power dynamics over the public state and impacting national interests. A single public state is recommended for establishment
All that Glitters Attracts
Get PDFUsing a methodology from experimental finance based on qualitative analysis tools, this article aims at analyzing the potential existence of the ‘all that glitters attracts’ bias in order to explain the behavior of individual investors. For this purpose, we observed the investment strategies and behaviors of eight students in a continuous trading situation over three days. Using a fictional portfolio of 100,000 euros, the participants were given the opportunity to trade shares in companies from the CAC40 index (the 40 largest market capitalizations on the French market). Regarding the size of the companies in the index, we observe a high volume of information disclosed to the markets which could, to a certain extent, complicate the interpretation of the information signals sent. Based on trading journals - and more specifically the number of transactions carried out on specific stocks - we find that participants are strongly focused on companies that are closely followed by financial analysts and receive the most media coverage. To support our findings, we have also used a process of participative observation to collect first-hand experiences from participants during the experiment. The different elements collected suggest that the participants’ decision-making processes were largely influenced by the intensity of the companies’ communication and their presence in the information flows provided by the stock market websites. This conclusion leads us to believe that, in the mind of individual investors, marketing linked to the stock market life of companies seems to prevail over any informational content. In any case, in their decision-making process, the participants clearly selected shares that were in the spotlight, and so, depending on the context of analysis and the investigative tools used, we confirm the presence of an ‘anything that glitters attracts’ bias, a strong focus on available information and some herd effects. The contribution of this article is threefold: the analysis of a bias largely neglected by scientific studies in the financial field, the use of an innovative experimental protocol, and the use of methodological tools that provide an assessment of individuals\u27 personal perceptions
The Impact of competitive climate on organizational deviance:: Examining the roles of moral disengagement and felt trust
Get PDFManagement often promotes internal competition as a means to enhance employee performance; however, the potential adverse effects are frequently neglected. This study investigates the relationships among competitive psychological climate, organizational deviance, moral disengagement, and felt trust. It explores how a competitive climate is associated with organizational deviance through the mechanism of moral disengagement and examines whether felt trust moderates this relationship. Surveys were administered in two phases to 279 full-time employees in Taiwan. Partial least square structural equation modeling was employed to test the hypothesized relationships. Our findings indicate that moral disengagement mediates the relationship between competitive psychological climate and organizational deviance. Furthermore, felt trust moderated both the direct and indirect relationships involving competitive psychological climate. The implication for management is that when employing internal competition to enhance performance, they should consider the potential for deviant behavior and whether it can be mitigated by moderators such as felt trust
Determinants of youth labour absorption in South Africa: A sectoral analysis
Get PDFThe efficient integration of young people into the global job market is fundamental to sustainable development, significantly impacting economic stability, social unity, and demographic benefits. This study examines the determinants of youth labour absorption across key economic sectors in South Africa. The study uses the autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) model to analyse sector-specific time-series data. The empirical findings show that youth labour market outcomes are influenced by both macroeconomic and microeconomic factors, with varying effects across economic sectors. The identified key determinants of youth labour absorption include economic growth, skills levels, labour costs, capital- or labour-intensity, profitability, and investment. In the manufacturing sector, for example, a rising capital-to-labour ratio was identified as one of the key constraints on youth labour absorption, while relatively low labour costs supported youth labour absorption in the community and social services sector. These sector-specific insights highlight the necessity of differentiated policy responses. Accordingly, the study recommends targeted strategies to promote inclusive economic growth, bridge skills mismatches, and encourage investment in labour-intensive industries
Assessing the nexus between food (in)security and student academic success among university students: A systematic review
Get PDFDespite the pervasiveness of Food Insecurity (FI) in Higher Education Institutions (HEI), its effects on student success are still not well understood. It is evidenced from studies conducted in HEIs that students report FI as negatively impacting their ability to learn; however, limited studies have objectively explored the nexus between FI and student academic success, and worse still, the scant literature lacks consensus. The extent of FI in HEIs is unknown, which makes this study important, and this will help policymakers set plans to better support students in all areas of their well-being. Using systematic literature review methods, the study assesses research conducted on the relationship between FI and academic success to consolidate the knowledge, demarcate the research gap, and make recommendations for further inquiry and/or policy. The study found that FI is in different forms and is rampant among higher education students, disproportionately affecting those from lower-income households even when receiving financial aid. The results have implications on practice, in that they indicate the need to complement financial aid with advisement and training on financial literacy, as well as food and nutrition workshops, to enhance student purchasing choices and food preparation skills
Repurposing the use of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures framework for South Africa’s public sector
Get PDFClimate change is increasingly recognised as a significant threat to economic development. As efforts to transition to a low-carbon economy continue to intensify, there is a growing realisation among proponents of sustainable development that public sector organisations need to disclose climate risks and opportunities associated with their operations. Climate risk disclosures in the public sector offer countries unique insights and opportunities to pursue a sustainable path toward a low-carbon economy. Although there are many studies on climate-risk disclosures in the private sector, studies on the public sector are scarce. A systematic review of academic and grey literature was used to analyse the potential of adapting the TCFD framework to the public sector of South Africa. The study found that the TCFD recommendations provide a globally standardised approach to climate risk disclosure, allowing comprehensive reporting and comparison of climate-related information between sectors and entities to promote climate resilience and transition to a green economy. To effectively implement the recommendations of the TCFD in the public sector of South Africa, improved capacity building, strong legal and institutional frameworks, bold multi-stakeholder and multi-sectoral approaches, adequate budget support and strong advocacy and communication efforts are needed. The study will be important to the IPSASB and other stakeholders to develop sustainability reporting standards for the public sector, as well as promote climate risk disclosures by government entities.
Beyond crime statistics: Rethinking police performance for effective public governance
Get PDFThis article challenges the widespread reliance on murder rates as the primary indicator of police performance, particularly within high-crime contexts. It critically evaluates the limitations of such a narrow metric and argues for a holistic, evidence-based framework aligned with principles of effective public governance. Drawing on international case studies, socio-economic data, and institutional analyses, the article proposes alternative metrics such as community trust, crime prevention outcomes, and organisational accountability. The findings and recommendations contribute to public management discourse by offering a nuanced model for evaluating law enforcement performance beyond conventional crime statistics
How parents of young children perceive the value of participating in parent–child physical activities
Get PDFEarly childhood is a critical period for developing exercise habits, and parental involvement plays a decisive role in shaping children’s physical activity behaviors. Drawing on Expectancy Value Theory, this study examined parents of kindergarten-aged children across five constructs: Ability Expectation, Required Effort, Psychological Cost of Failure, Cost of Others’ Expectations, and Perceived Value. Results revealed a notable gap between the perceived importance and actual satisfaction of the Psychological Cost of Failure, indicating parents’ concern about potential frustration or pressure their children might face. In contrast, Perceived Value was consistently rated high in both importance and satisfaction, underscoring parents’ recognition of the social and emotional benefits of parent–child physical activities. These findings highlight the need for schools to provide emotional support and positive reinforcement in activity design