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Purchasing Leadership’s Effectiveness in the Adoption of Procurement 4.0: A Conceptual Framework for Future Research
No full textBased on a systematic literature review approach, and drawing on the leadership-member exchange and contingency theories, we develop a conceptual model for the purchasing leadership’s effectiveness in the adoption of Procurement 4.0 that simultaneously consider different aspects of purchasing leadership effectiveness which are: the purchasing leadership behaviors, the contextual factors, and the quality of the relationship between the purchasing leaders and their subordinates as well as other members of the organization.
In so doing, this study sheds great light on the central role that the purchasing leaders can play in the digitalization of a purchasing function, and offers unique insights on this process, which could provide a fertile ground for future research in this field. Moreover, this study suggests that the purchasing leaders have competencies to build-up the required capacities and capabilities which will support the organizational vision and the digital transformation of the purchasing function
Retention of Academically Talented STEM Scholarship Recipients in Community College
No full textThis qualitative study investigates the experiences of academically talented STEM students with financial need participating in a STEM scholarship program at a community college. These student’s lives are characterized by complex logistics and competing priorities that they attempt to balance. Results suggest intentional programmatic support services with attention paid to students’ sense of belonging within the scholarship cohort coupled with scholarship monies that allow students to achieve a delicate work-life balance, reduce stress, and be retained in STEM. However, students still contend with uncertainty around transferring to a university. Implications for improving STEM education practice and policy are discussed
The Vanishing Safeguard: Economic Forces Behind the Global Decline of Tenure in Higher Education
No full textHistorically essential for academic freedom and job security in higher education, the tenure system is facing a global decline driven by economic pressures and neoliberal policies. This paper explores the historical development of tenure in the United States and worldwide, focusing on how financial constraints and market-oriented reforms are reshaping academic employment. The study highlights the reduction in tenure-track positions, increased reliance on adjunct (part-time) and contingent faculty, and the resulting challenges to academic freedom, research quality, and institutional stability. It also examines the impact of these trends on various regions, including Europe, Asia, and Australia, where similar shifts are occurring due to austerity measures and market-driven approaches. The paper argues for a balanced approach that maintains academic integrity while adapting to financial realities, providing insights into the broader implications for the future of higher education
Evaluating the Risk and Return of an Initially Delta-Hedged Portfolio
No full textAs assumed in the Black Scholes Option Pricing Model, a hedged portfolio consisting of longing delta number of shares of stock and shorting one call option is riskless because the price changes in these two positions offset one another. Such portfolio is a hedged portfolio whose return should be the riskless rate. However, this is true only if the hedged portfolio is continuously rebalanced or adjusted according to price changes. In the real world, such dynamic hedging is rarely implemented because the transaction cost of continuous rebalancing would exceed the benefit of keeping the portfolio riskless. This paper examines the risk and return of such portfolio when it is hedged initially according to delta but is not rebalanced afterward. The result shows that such portfolio, though not riskless, achieves a superior reward to risk ratio than pure stock investment
Corporate Psychological Responsibility (CPR) and DEI
No full textDiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) faces political scrutiny as organizations are asked to eliminate DEI platforms. Organizations should focus DEI initiatives into a more systematic and holistic approach where DEI is embedded into its foundation. This manuscript discusses Corporate Psychological Responsibility (CPR) (Sweet & Wagner, 2023) as a framework that assimilates DEI goals within a broader organizational responsibility. CPR, built from motivational theory, promotes fair treatment but also fosters environments that lead to employee motivation. By utilizing CPR’s framework, organizations can minimize systemic inequities by offering a framework for employees to recognize, support, and report DEI concerns
Grade Inflation Trends in the Principles of Financial Accounting Class Before, During, and After the COVID-19 Disruption: DEIB, Course Delivery Modalities, and Faculty Employment Status
No full textThis study considers grade inflation before, during, and following the COVID-19 disruption within a Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) framework focusing on the first principles of financial accounting class. Findings indicate that there was an identifiable trend of grade inflation before the pandemic alongside a significant marginal effect concurrent with the COVID-19 disruption followed by a return to normality in the post-pandemic timeframe. Importantly, the disaggregated data demonstrated no significant variations across course modality and instructor employment status with respect to the studied sub-groups of students providing evidence that grade inflation does not have an inequitable impact
Impact of ERP Integration on Management Control Practices in a Moroccan Construction Company: An Action Research Approach
No full textThis article examines the impact of ERP on management control practices within SBST, focusing on five key aspects: project cost and margin assessment, automation and improved reporting, development of tailored dashboards, and optimization of budget monitoring and financial risk control. Before the ERP implementation, these practices were characterized by fragmented management, manual data collection, and a lack of real-time visibility into project performance. The methodology adopted is based on an action research approach, in which the author, as an actor-researcher, actively participated in implementing the ERP and evaluating its effects. The results of this study show that integrating an ERP improved cost traceability, reduced reporting times, increased reliability of budget forecasts, improved the quality of analyses and more responsive decision-making, thus strengthening the role of management control in the strategic management of projects. Finally, this research opens up perspectives on the long-term impact of digitalizing management processes, particularly regarding resource optimization and financial risk management
The Importance of Incorporating Risk Management and Assessing for Perilous Traits During Job Recruitment Interviews, Performance Appraisals, and Post-Critical Incidents
No full textWorkplace safety is threatened by professionals exhibiting dangerous traits, an under-researched area demanding attention. This study introduces a novel questionnaire to identify "red flags" during recruitment, performance reviews, and post-incident debriefings. The questionnaire assesses risk mitigation awareness and targets traits such as compulsive lying, apathy, glibness, lack of remorse, and manipulative tendencies. Scenarios are included to enhance recognition of emotional and behavioral patterns, including those indicative of workplace psychopathy, like thriving on chaos and unethical decision-making. The questionnaire covers a range of categories, including impulsivity, anger, and antisocial behaviors. The goal is to integrate this tool into Occupational Resources Department procedures, including Employment Assistance Programs (EAPs). This will help address related issues like trauma and burnout. Further research on Dark Triad personality traits is crucial for improving recruitment, performance appraisal, and post-event evaluations. The aim is to create safer, more productive workplaces by proactively addressing these often-overlooked risks. This approach contributes to a more comprehensive understanding of workplace risks and provides a practical tool for risk management
The Ties That Bind: Identity, Emotion, and Everyday Work in Chinese Agricultural Aid—A Case Study of the China-Aided Agricultural Technology Demonstration Center in East Africa
No full textThis paper explores the emotional and interpersonal dimensions of China’s agricultural aid by an ethnographic case study of a Chinese Agricultural Technology Demonstration Center in Country W, East Africa. Moving beyond macro-level analyses of foreign aid effectiveness, it focuses on the live experiences of Chinese agricultural experts and their daily interactions with the local staff. Through intensive fieldwork, the study reveals how aid implementation is shaped not only by institutional arrangements and technical tasks but also by emotional labor, identity transformation, and cross-cultural negotiation. The narrative highlights tensions, misunderstandings, and emotional adjustments required on both sides, especially between Chinese managers and local workers such as drivers and coordinators, as they navigate through shared responsibilities and divergent expectations. These micro-level dynamics often determine the success or failure of aid projects on the ground. The study ultimately argues for a more people-centered understanding of foreign aid, one that recognizes the importance of affective relationships, informal roles, and emotional resilience in the sustainability of international cooperation
Exxon Mobil Acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources: A Test of Market Efficiency
No full textOn October 23, 2023, ExxonMobil announced a record-setting $59.9 billion all-stock acquisition of Pioneer Natural Resources, marking the largest energy sector M&A deal of the 21st century. This research employs event study methodology to test the semi-strong form of the EMH, which posits that markets rapidly absorb information, preventing significant stock price gains from new data. The study analyzes the impact of this merger on the stock prices of 30 NYSE-traded energy companies. By examining historical stock and S&P 500 index data, the research calculates holding period returns and average excess returns. Results reveal statistically significant positive impacts on stock prices and an overreaction approximately 30 days prior to the announcement, suggesting anticipatory market behavior. Following the announcement, stock prices declined towards equilibrium, aligning with semi-strong EMH principles. The findings support the semi-strong EMH, indicating potential trading opportunities up to 30 days before the announcement, consistent with behavioral finance literature. This case study offers valuable insights into M&A strategies within the energy sector and underscores the influence of external factors, regulatory changes, and industry knowledge on market responses