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Academic Completion to Job-Seeking Ventures: Voices of Hospitality Management Graduates
Get PDFThis phenomenological study explored the job-seeking experiences of Hospitality Management graduates from the Palompon Institute of Technology (PIT), Eastern Visayas, Philippines. Using Braun and Clarke’s (2006) thematic analysis, data from 11 graduates were analyzed, yielding four key themes: (1) Mixed Emotions in the Transition Period, (2) Taking Action Amidst Uncertainty, (3) Expectations Shattered by Reality, and (4) PIT as a Source of Preparation and Identity. Findings revealed that graduates navigated the post-graduation stage with a blend of pride and anxiety, shaped by the pressures of employment uncertainty. While pragmatic strategies such as processing documents, interim work, and skills training supported adaptation, participants encountered systemic barriers including employer preference for experienced hires, stiff competition, and financial burdens in job applications. Importantly, PIT’s academic preparation, OJT programs, and TESDA certifications were perceived as crucial in developing applied skills, professional identity, and confidence. Graduates also highlighted the importance of soft skills, discipline, and adaptability in sustaining employability. The study concludes that employability outcomes are influenced not only by technical expertise but also by transferable skills and institutional support. Recommendations are directed toward enhancing curriculum–industry linkages, addressing the “experience paradox,” and expanding policy interventions to ease graduate transitions
Teaching Business in a Digital World: A TPACK-Informed Phenomenological Study on Curriculum Alignment with Technology, Globalization, and Sustainability
Get PDFThis phenomenological study explored how business educators navigate curriculum alignment with technology, globalization, and sustainability within the framework of Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK). The research engaged 11 faculty members in business-related programs through purposive sampling and written interviews. Thematic analysis revealed key dispositional themes: adaptive mindset toward technological integration, global awareness and cultural sensitivity, commitment to sustainability and ethical responsibility, resilience amidst institutional constraints, and an equity-oriented perspective on digital access. While emerging technologies such as AI, blockchain, and data analytics are acknowledged, curriculum integration remains partial due to systemic barriers like limited faculty training, rigid approval processes, digital divide, and lack of institutional support. Strategies currently employed—such as case studies, simulations, and localized examples—are often hindered by outdated infrastructure and inconsistent faculty readiness. ESG principles are present but treated peripherally, calling for deeper, systemic embedding. The study concludes that full TPACK integration is essential to equip educators with the ability to deliver globally competitive, technologically fluent, and sustainability-driven business education. It recommends targeted professional development, curricular innovation, and infrastructure investments to bridge existing gaps. These insights provide guidance for policymakers, academic leaders, and faculty in transforming business education to meet 21st-century demands
PROSPECTS OF INTELLIGENCE-BASED INITIATIVES FOR ATTAINING SAFE SCHOOL INITIATIVES IN IKWERRE LOCAL GOVERNMENT AREA, RIVERS STATE
Get PDFThe study examined the prospects of intelligence-based initiatives for attaining safe school initiatives in Ikwerre Local Government Area, Rivers State. To achieve this, four (4) objectives that transformed to 4 research questions and their corresponding four hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. The study adopted the descriptive survey design. The population of this study comprised the principals, teachers, students, community leaders, and security officers in Ikwerre Local Government Area. A sample of 200 respondents (comprising 10 principals, 50 teachers, 100 students, 30 community leaders, and 10 local security officers) participated using a six-phased sampling procedure. A 30-item self-structured instrument titled “Intelligence-Based Safety Prospects for Attaining School Safety Questionnaire (IBSPASSQ) with a reliability coefficient of 0.875 necessitated its use to collect data, analyzed using mean and standard deviation (with a criterion mean cut off of 2.5) to answer the research questions, while Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) was used to test the hypotheses at 0.05 level of significance. The study revealed grand mean scores ranging from 3.72, and 3.73, indicating that the perceived effectiveness and feasibility of integrating intelligence-based initiatives into the existing school safety infrastructure in Ikwerre Local Government Area. The study also revealed p-values of 0.004, and 0.003, indicating that actionable strategies or policies for integrating intelligence-based technologies significantly enhanced school safety in Ikwerre Local Government Area. The study recommended, among others, that government and corporate organizations should partner to reform policies that support increased investment in infrastructure, stable power, training, and digital literacy that will ease the adoption of intelligence-based safety technologies in schools
Mapping the Intellectual and Thematic Structure of Smart Cities and Sustainable Development: A Scientometric Analysis (2015 – 2018)
Get PDFBackground: The convergence of digital innovation and sustainable urban development has become a central theme in contemporary urban discourse. Smart cities are increasingly seen as strategic responses to urbanization challenges, warranting a systematic understanding of the evolving research landscape. This study aims to map the intellectual and thematic development of scholarly work at the intersection of smart cities and sustainable development.
Methods: A scientometric analysis was conducted on publications from 2015 to 2018, with scientometric data retrieved from the Scopus database. Data were processed using Biblioshiny, the graphical interface of the Bibliometrix R-package. The analysis focused on key performance indicators including annual scientific production, citation metrics, leading source journals, most globally cited documents, and thematic structures derived from keyword co-occurrence and multiple correspondence analysis.
Results: A total of 2,998 peer-reviewed publications were analyzed. The findings indicate a steady increase in scientific output, demonstrating heightened scholarly and policy interest in the field. Core publications are concentrated in interdisciplinary journals covering sustainability science, information technology, and urban studies. Frequently cited articles emphasize enabling technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), big data, and 5G networks. Thematic mapping revealed four dominant research clusters: sustainability, urban governance, smart infrastructure, and environmental monitoring—signaling a shift from conceptual exploration toward practical implementation and equity-oriented outcomes.
Conclusion: This study provides a comprehensive overview of the knowledge structure and trajectory of research on smart cities and sustainable development. The observed thematic maturation and increasing policy relevance suggest a dynamic and interdisciplinary field with growing impact. These insights can inform future academic inquiries, strategic policymaking, and the design of inclusive, tech-driven urban solutions
Beyond Price: Understanding Emotional and Rational Factors in Real Estate Negotiation
Get PDFThis qualitative, exploratory, descriptive case study examines a land negotiation between a developer and three brothers who inherited areas of land. The negotiation was influenced by emotional attachment, opportunism, and expectation of future appreciation. The study highlights the importance of understanding the real interests behind stated positions and preparing creative options to balance interests. The findings indicate the value of applying negotiation concepts, such as ZOPA and BATNA, to manage conflicts and create value in complex negotiations
CAUSES AND CONSEQUENCES OF FREQUENT POWER GRID FAILURES IN NIGERIA
Get PDFThis study examines the causes and consequences of frequent power grid failures in Nigeria. Several causes were responsible for the frequent power grid failure in Nigeria such as infrastructure decay, poor maintenance, poor funding and vandalism which had consequently affect the economic and social lives of the country. The aim of this study was examine the causes and consequences of frequent power grid failures in Nigeria. The study adopted cross-sectional survey research design. The population of this study comprised of managers of Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company covering Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross Rivers, and Rivers States. There were thirty six (36) managers. The Simple Regression Statistical tool was adopted with the aid of Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS version 23). Our findings suggest that infrastructure decay, inadequate maintenance, and vandalism are significant causes of power grid failures, resulting in economic losses and social instability. The study concludes that the causes of frequent power grid failure in Nigeria have significant consequences on the economy, daily life of the people and businesses at large. We recommend that the government invest in infrastructure upgrade, implement effective maintenance strategies, and enhance security measures to prevent vandalism
SETTING ASIDE: A CASE STUDY
Get PDFConflict is a normal aspect of organizational life, especially in environments with diverse individuals. However, when conflict remains unresolved, it can lead to emotional stress, workplace politicization, and a shift away from the organization’s mission. If responsible offices delay intervention, issues may escalate into discrimination or harassment complaints, harming both employee well-being and the organization’s reputation.. This study examines the implications of “setting aside”—a term that reflects the deferment or deprioritization of conflict-related cases. More than a procedural delay, it symbolizes systemic inaction in conflict resolution. The research highlights how such delays diminish trust in institutional processes and allow organizational dysfunction to persist. Using a scenario adapted from a completed case study, the researcher explores how delayed responses affect interpersonal dynamics and organizational culture. The findings stress the importance of timely, fair, and transparent conflict resolution mechanisms. When offices tasked with addressing conflict fail to act promptly, they inadvertently contribute to deeper divisions and long-term damage. This study aims to inform conflict management practices by advocating for institutional accountability and proactive resolution strategies that uphold organizational integrity and employee welfare
Corporate Governance and Organizational Success of Manufacturing Firms in Nigeria
Get PDFThis study examines the relationship between corporate governance and organizational success in manufacturing firms in Nigeria. Focusing on two dimensions of governance accountability and transparency the study evaluates their influence on two measures of organizational success operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Data were collected from 127 management staff across selected firms and analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The findings reveal that both accountability and transparency significantly and positively impact operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. The study concludes that strengthening governance structures can enhance firm performance and competitiveness. Recommendations are offered to help manufacturing firms that to enhance customer satisfaction, they should prioritize transparent communication with customer
Effect of model-based inquiry instructional technique on skill acquisition of pre-service integrated science teachers in Delta State
Get PDFThis study sought to determine the effect of a model-based inquiry instructional technique on critical thinking skill acquisition of pre-service integrated science teachers. Two research questions and three hypotheses that were tested at 0.05 level of significance guided the study. Quasi- experimental design was used for the study because intact classes were used. The population of the study consisted of all the pre-service integrated science teachers in Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) in the only Federal College of Education and the two State Colleges of Education in Delta State numbering forty-three (43). The sample of the study consisted of thirty-eight (38) pre-service integrated science teachers in the only Federal College of Education and one of the State Colleges of Education which was selected using purposive sampling technique in order to train more pre-service teachers. The two Colleges of Education (one Federal and one State) were randomly assigned to 5E’s model based inquiry instructional technique and demonstration method of instruction using toss of coin. The study was necessitated due to the need to equip pre-service integrated science teachers with appropriate skills as specified in the new minimum standard. Hence, it became necessary to expose the male and female pre-service integrated science teachers toa model-based inquiry instructional technique in order to equip them for the task ahead. The Test of Critical Thinking (TOCT) developed by the researchers and found to be valid and reliable were used for data collection. The groups received pre-test and post-test independently. The research questions were answered using mean and standard deviation while Analysis of Covariance (ANCOVA) was used to test the hypotheses. The findings revealed that 5E’s model -based inquiry was more efficacious than the demonstration method of instruction in bringing about pre- service integrated science teachers’ critical thinking skill acquisition required for the 21st century amongst others. Based on the findings it was recommended amongst others that the National Commission for Colleges of Education (NCCE) should incorporate 5E’s model -based inquiry instructional strategy in the Nigeria Certificate of Education (NCE) minimum standard
INVESTIGATION OF THE IMPACT OF BLACK SOOT DEPOSITION ON PHOTOVOLTAIC (PV) SOLAR PANEL OUTPUT EFFICIENCY IN AGBOR METROPOLIS, DELTA STATE, NIGERIA
Get PDFThe solar photovoltaic (PV) panel is one of the fundamental components that are used to harness the operation of solar power system. However, its performance is dependent greatly on certain environmental factors and location. This research was focused to investigate the effect of black soot on the output efficiency of solar photovoltaic (PV) panel. The basic studies and operational activity was carried out at a building located in Agbor, Delta State, Nigeria (longitude 6.201883 N and latitude 5.6037 E and 86.16m elevations above the sea level). The major materials used for this research include the following; two (2) monocrystalline solar panels (one served as a control ‘clean’ while the other as a device under test ‘sooty’ and a multimeter. The multimeter was used to measure parameters like: short-circuit current ISC and open-circuit voltage VOC while the output power and percentage (%) losses were computed using the measured values. This operation was carried out for a period of three (3) months and the mean values were obtained. From the obtained values, the maximum value of VOC for the control module is 35.7V at12 midday while the corresponding value for the sooty module is 34.3V at the same time. Typically, the total daily output power for the control module was 7103.15W while the corresponding value for the sooty solar module was 4827.38W. This presents 32.04% loss in the power output due to black soot on the surface of the solar panel. Cumulatively, the total output power loss daily ranges from 32.04% to 63.90%