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Investigate the extent to which the Court Online System addresses or deepens the digital divide among legal practitioners in Gauteng
No full textA research report submitted in fulfillment of the requirements for the Master of Business Administration, in the Faculty of Commerce Law and Management, Wits Business School, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, 2025MM202
Investigation of the Ore Mineralisation Styles and Alteration Zones of Messina Copper Deposits
No full textA research report submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science, to the Faculty of Science, School of Geosciences, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, 2025Not availableCIMERAMining Qualification AuthoritiesMMM202
Machine learning for air quality prediction and data analysis Review on recent advancements challenges and outlooks
No full textHealth provider perspectives on differentiated service delivery for HIV in Oyo state Nigeria exploring the experiences of service providers from a demand perspective
No full textThe Challenge of Leadership Development at a Health Research Organization in Johannesburg, South Africa
No full textA research report submitted in fulfillment of the requirements for the Master of Business Administration, in the Faculty of Commerce Law and Management, Wits Business School, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, 2025Health research organizations are multifaceted complex institutions that comprise of a large number of health research professionals that need to work collaboratively to ensure high quality data and knowledge sharing of health focused research in order to preserve and prolong the lives of the public. Studies have revealed that majority of the problems within the health research systems are due to poor communication and leadership. In an attempt to assist a health research organization in Johannesburg, facing leadership development challenges the study employed a qualitative approach to better understand the internal challenges. Data collection was conducted through semi-structured interviews with individuals in leadership positions within the organization. The data collected was then transcribed and thematically analyzed to better understand the organizational challenges focusing on self-preparedness, organizational structure and human resource strategies that affect leadership development within the organization. The data revealed that the organization has no intentional strategies with regards to the leadership development of the health research professionals that it employs. Recommendations that highlighted the need for continuous self-reflection and improvement were advised on the basis that the organizational structure and human resource strategies allow for the provision of these leadership development opportunities to the emerging health research leaders within the organization.MM202
3D holographic fan advertising and its influence on consumer attitudes and purchase intentions
No full textA research report submitted in fulfillment of the requirements for the Master of Business Administration, in the Faculty of Commerce Law and Management, Wits Business School, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, 2025The rise of holographic display technology in marketing communications has the potential to enhance consumer engagement by enabling realistic and interactive 3D experiences. However, limited research exists on consumer perceptions of 3D holographic fan advertising, particularly from a Global South perspective. This study examined how consumer attitudes and purchase intentions are influenced by 3D holographic fan advertising, using the Stimulus-Organism-Response (SOR) theory and the Advertising Value Model as theoretical foundations. A quantitative approach was used, with data collected through a self-administered questionnaire using a mall-intercept method at points of experience in South African restaurants. A non-probability convenience sampling technique was used, yielding a sample size of 390 respondents. The findings indicate that South African consumers have a positive reception towards 3D holographic fan advertising. Informativeness, entertainment, irritation, and credibility were identified as key predictors of consumer attitudes, with entertainment being the most valued factor. The results further revealed that informativeness and credibility are strong predictors of purchase intentions, while positive consumer attitudes towards the 3D holographic fan advertisements significantly influence purchase intentions. This study contributes to marketing communication literature by bridging the gap between technological advancements and consumer preferences. It provides empirical insights to assist marketing professionals in integrating 3D holographic fan advertising into their strategic campaigns. Additionally, the study offers a Global South perspective, enriching the understanding of emerging consumer trends in digital advertising.MM202
Negative impact of mild arid conditions in natural rodent populations revealed using markers of physiological condition in natura
No full textReliability and validity of current computer vision based motion capture systems in gait analysis A systematic review
No full textDistilling the core tactics of impression management in an extra-financial reporting context
No full textA research report submitted in fulfillment of the requirements for the Master of Commerce , in the Faculty of Commerce Law and Management, School of Accountancy, University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, 2025This paper investigates the core impression management tactics organisations employ in extra-financial reporting. As scrutiny of extra-financial disclosure intensifies, stakeholders are increasingly demanding enhanced transparency and accountability. Organisations, in response may strategically present non-financial information to shape stakeholder perceptions, resulting in a gap between stakeholders' expectations and the content presented in extra-financial reports. The study uses content and bibliometric analyses to identify the primary impression management tactics per prior academic literature. These tactics are then applied to the extra-financial reports of a listed organisation which was implicated in an ESG concern to illustrate the application of the tactics. The tactics include (1) perception management, (2) self-promotion, (3) reputation enhancement, (4) building stakeholder rapport, (5) intimidation, (6) exaggerating qualitative disclosures, (7) distorting graphical disclosures, (8) selective disclosures, (9) obfuscation techniques, (10) social media strategies, (11) deflecting criticism, (12) re-using information, (13) tick-box compliance, (14) superficial board compositions, and (15) image-driven philanthropy. This paper extends the existing literature on impression management by offering detailed examples of how these tactics are employed in organisational contexts. The research provides a framework for practitioners and academics to identify and evaluate impression management tactics within extra-financial reporting disclosures. The study contributes to developing robust regulatory frameworks and reporting standards, guiding assurance providers toward more rigorous assurance procedures. It offers policymakers valuable insights for formulating policies which deter deceptive reporting practices. These contributions are crucial for promoting greater transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct in organisational reporting.MM202