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Do Takeover Premiums Hurt Post-Acquisition Performance? – Marketing Capabilities Matter!
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The primary aim of this study is to resolve a longstanding debate concerning the impact of takeover premiums on post-acquisition performance. Specifically, we aim to examine how acquirers\u27 marketing capabilities and payment methods moderate the relationship between takeover premiums and post-acquisition performance. Design/methodology/approach
This study employs linear regression to examine the relationship between acquirers\u27 marketing capabilities, payment methods, takeover premiums and post-acquisition performance in the Chinese manufacturing industry. Data for the analysis were collected from both mergers and acquisition (M&A) announcements and the China Stock Market & Accounting Research Database (CSMAR), covering 1,169 acquisitions from 2012 to 2021. Findings
The results indicate that acquirers\u27 marketing capabilities moderate the impact of takeover premiums on post-acquisition performance. When acquirers possess strong marketing capabilities, takeover premiums increase post-acquisition performance. Conversely, when acquirers lack strong marketing capabilities, takeover premiums are not significantly related to post-acquisition performance. Additionally, it is noteworthy that takeover premiums show a positive correlation with post-acquisition performance, irrespective of the payment methods employed by acquirers for target firms. Originality/value
Given that takeover premiums are essential for acquiring resources from target firms, it is crucial to maximize the value of these acquired resources. Our findings suggest that acquirers with weaker marketing capabilities before the deal should consider a more conservative approach to pricing target firms
Developing Professional Prowess: A Strategic Journey from Studentship to Prosperous Employment
No full textIn recent years, the use of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) has exploded, creating a disconnect between applicants and employers. This research effort provides applicants practical knowledge to help navigate post-pandemic employment, maximize efforts to meet ATS standards, and apply tactics that may improve outcomes. The purpose of this conceptual manuscript is to bridge the gap between being a student and transitioning to a successful professional. The essential aspects of this transition are rooted in the pivotal roles of résumé crafting and interview strategy. Drawing from existing literature, this research underscores the significance of adopting a proactive approach towards job searches, akin to responsive business models, to maximize career opportunities. It emphasizes the need for tailored résumés that align with job requirements while highlighting traditional and contemporary skills. Actionable guidelines are presented for résumé creation and interview readiness. Recommendations include customizing résumés to match job postings, highlighting achievements, and maintaining professionalism in all interactions. Interview strategies encourage thorough preparation, high levels of nonverbal communication, and the art of storytelling to convey competence and enthusiasm. While acknowledging the limitations and variability of individual circumstances, the manuscript asserts that integrating these strategies into educational curriculum can equip students with a competitive edge in the job market, particularly for entry-level positions. Additionally, this manuscript highlights additional research opportunities that involve empirical data and statistical analysis to extend literature even further
Variables Impacting First Time Pass Rates of MSOT Students
Get PDFTo enter practice as an occupational therapist, one must complete an occupational therapy program at an accredited institution and then pass a national certification exam. This exam is called the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Exam. Individuals can take the exam more than once to achieve a passing score but must pay a fee each time. Not passing the first time can lead to stress, increased costs, and delayed entrance into the profession. Thus, being a first-time passer is ideal. The purpose of this retrospective quantitative study was to identify variables impacting first time pass rates of occupational therapy master’s students. Variables found to be significantly higher in the first time pass group compared to the multiple attempts group include high school grade point average (hsGPA), Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) scores, whether or not the student earned an A in high school chemistry or biology, whether or not the student took high school physics, undergraduate college GPA, whether or not the student earned an A in certain occupational therapy intervention courses, and percentage correct on the Occupational Therapy Knowledge Exam (OTKE). Results of this study can inform occupational therapy programs’ admissions standards and help educators better prepare and support students throughout the entire curriculum to facilitate first time success on the NBCOT exam
Use of an Education and Coaching Intervention to Promote Occupational Balance in Graduate Occupational Therapy Students
Get PDFThis small-scale pilot study was developed to examine the perceived occupational balance of graduate occupational therapy students and implement an education and coaching intervention to promote occupational balance for those who have difficulty achieving and maintaining it. Although literature provides many examples of interventions to facilitate stress relief in graduate students, this is the first to address the promotion of occupational balance in this effort, which has been identified as a student-reported need. A sequential explanatory mixed-methods approach was used to obtain quantitative and qualitative data on occupational therapy students’ satisfaction with their balance of activity in all areas of occupation. The impact of that balance on stress levels and occupational satisfaction was examined utilizing an investigator developed scaled survey and The Canadian Occupational Performance Measure. Participants (N=22) were MSOT and OTD students from all academic years of their program. A six-week group education program was implemented. One additional 30-minute individual coaching session was held virtually with each student and the primary investigator to target individual goals. Survey data collected before the start of the educational series and again at its conclusion indicate an aggregate decrease in students’ perceived stress (-.85); an increase in perceived occupational performance (mean +1.26); and an increase in perceived occupational satisfaction (mean +2.10). The desired outcome of the intervention was to provide students with strategies to increase lifestyle balance to help manage some of the stresses of graduate academia, and ultimately increase students’ health and wellness to promote retention and successful completion of graduate education
Importance of Recreation Therapy for Veterans
No full textRecreation Therapy has been beneficial to many people but why do Veterans not know about recreation therapy services? In the past, there has been research supporting the fact that recreation therapy has been beneficial to veterans. According to the U.S department of Veteran Affairs it has helped veterans with PTSD symptoms, stress, mental health, and quality of life. If research has provided this information, then why do most veterans not know about recreation therapy services? To conduct my research, I created a survey asking multiple questions of veterans about their knowledge of recreation therapy. The questions I asked were: Do you know what recreation therapy is? Have you ever received recreation therapy and if so, where? a short definition of recreation therapy followed by if you were offered recreation therapy would you be interested in it? and finally a few activities that would interest them. From my research 1 out of 7 veterans had received recreation therapy through the VA. 2 out of 7 knew what recreation therapy was. But all seven said they would be interested in participating in recreation therapy services. From my research I decided that it is important for recreation leaders to spread the word about recreation therapy and find places where veterans could receive recreation therapy services. This even includes us as future recreation leaders creating new programs and opportunities for veterans. In conclusion, it is important for veterans to know about recreation therapy and the benefits that can come from it. Not only that but helping them find these services. I want to continue my future research by seeing why most veterans do not know about recreation therapy, if it is offered through the VA
I nfluence of Menstrual C ycle ́ s phases in strength training in middle distance athletes
No full textINTRODUCTION. There has been an increase in the participation of women in sport. However, there is still a tendency not to include women in research. It is known that responses to exercise and its assimilation differ depending on the phases of the menstrual cycle (MC), with physical activity influencing progesterone or estradiol concentrations. Nevertheless, the literature is conflicting on the side effects of hormonal fluctuations on exercise-induced muscle damage. In the recent days the scientific literature developed does not show reliable evidence about the most appropriate MC phase for muscle recovery.
The significance of this project is based on the adjustment of athletes’ strength training to obtain greater benefits depending on the MC phase
OBJECTIVE. This research project would establish whether there is an influence of the menstrual cycle ´ s phase on strength training measured through markers of muscle damage (CK) in middle distance athletes.
METHOD. The present project is an Experimental study where NCAA D1 athletes from track and field will be divided into two groups: GROUP A (perform protocol in Follicular Phase of the MC) VSGROUP B (perform protocol in the Luteal Phase). The following variables FSH, LH, estradiol, progesterone, testosterone and CK will be measured just prior to exercise and at 1 h post exercise. The protocol will consist on 10 sets of 10 repetitions of back squats (60% RM). The workout will be the same for two menstrual cycles (during two months)
KEY WORDS. Female athlete, NCAA, sex hormones, estrogens, CK
An Honest Discussion about DEI
No full textDEI refers to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity can be separated into gender, age, ethnic, physical, and neurodiversity. Equity refers to fair treatment for all people so that norms, practices, and policies in place ensure identity is not predictive of opportunities or environmental outcomes. Inclusion refers to how the workforce experiences the workplace and the degrees to which organizations embrace all individuals. In this presentation we will discuss Senate Bill 6 and House Bill 9 for legislative session 2024. SB 6 defines divisive concepts as a concept that one race is inherently superior others and that a person based on their race is naturally privileged, racist, or sexist. HB 9 is an act relating to postsecondary education which prohibits postsecondary education from providing special treatment or benefits on the basis of someone\u27s race, sex, religion, national origin, or color. If passed SB 6 will provide protection to students and employees of postsecondary institutions. Through this bill the aforementioned persons will not be penalized, discriminated against, receive any forms of adverse treatment, and the bill will prohibit an institution from inquiring into individual\u27s political or social viewpoints. If passed HB 9 will allow all genders, religion, and race to be treated equally without distinction between them. It will allow universities to teach diversity, equity, and inclusion if it\u27s important to the students\u27 specific major instead of teaching everyone diversity, equity, and inclusion without their consent. The purpose of this poster will be to inform and promote discussion and all views/opinions will be welcomed
The Effect of Taboo Words in American Sign Language and English
No full textCaroline Haydon & Sara Incera
Multilingual Laboratory, Department of Psychology, Eastern Kentucky University
Researchers have found that listeners respond more intensely to taboo words when hearing them than when reading them. Our goal is to investigate whether this effect extends to American Sign Language (ASL) and to determine whether ASL participants respond more intensely to signed taboo words than to written taboo words. We recruited 76 people to take part in this study (50 English-speaking EKU undergraduate students and 16 people from the state of Kentucky who use American Sign Language as their primary language). For the English survey, participants were given words in written and oral English. For the ASL survey, participants were given words in written English as well as words in a visual ASL format. All participants were asked to rank each of those words based on how taboo they were (on a scale from “1 – Not Taboo at All” to “5 – Extremely Taboo”). The results indicate that, in both surveys, there was no significant difference between the written and spoken/signed versions. This shows that the modality of a taboo word does not affect how the taboo word is perceived. While much research has been done investigating taboo effects in English, to our knowledge this is the first study to investigate these issues in ASL. Understanding how signers respond to emotional language is essential to understanding how language modality influences listeners. This study will impact our understanding of taboo words and how these words affect people, not only in English but in ASL as well.
Keywords: American Sign Language (ASL), English, Taboo, Response, Language
Gestational Weight Gain: Maternal and Fetal Complications of High Body Mass Index
No full textFor our Scholar\u27s Day submission, we will be presenting a case study poster presentation focused on a patient\u27s journey within the clinical setting. This patient initially presented with gestational weight gain and later developed preeclampsia. Our case study aims to examine the clinical symptoms exhibited by the patient and compare them with findings from relevant literature.
We will review the patient\u27s clinical records, including medical history, diagnostic tests, and treatment interventions. Additionally, we will review current literature and compare findings with observations from the clinical area to contextualize the patient\u27s case within existing research and clinical knowledge.
Although specific findings and conclusions are not available at this stage, our presentation will provide valuable insights into the intricacies of managing gestational weight gain and preeclampsia within the clinical area. Additionally, we will offer nursing implications for caring for patients with these conditions, enriching the understanding of those who attend the Scholar’s Day event
Examining the relationship between the use of vaccines, personal protective equipment, and sanitation and their effectiveness: A review of literature
No full textIn 2020 infectious diseases became a global event with health officials dictating methods to prevent the spread of Covid-19. Infectious diseases are prevented using measures like vaccines, personal protective equipment, and sanitation. To prevent the spread of infectious diseases it is imperative that best practices are used. To determine which preventative measures are most effective I compared the effectiveness at preventing the spread of infectious diseases by looking at peer reviewed studies. In the peer reviewed studies the preventive measures all have shown effectiveness at preventing infectious diseases. The most effective measure at preventing infectious disease is personal protective equipment with the exposures occurring when a mask is used having a cumulative possibility of 5.4%. This is a higher rate of prevention as compared to the other preventive measures like vaccines and personal protective equipment. These results can be used to provide an effective protocol by detailing what preventive measures should be implemented first when an infectious disease is occurring in a population