9 research outputs found
Differences between male and female entrepreneurship in the Saudi Arabian context : evidence from Riyadh
Get PDFThis thesis was previously held under moratorium from 28th October 2013 until 28th October 2015.Saudi Arabia has a unique culture and society, which has influence on the way entrepreneurship is perceived and experienced. This study, one of the first to explore entrepreneurship within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has two overarching aims. The first aim is to explore the perceptions and experiences of male and female entrepreneurs and the second aim is to explore the attitudes and intentions of male and female employees towards entrepreneurship and new venture creation. In exploring both the experiences of entrepreneurs and the attitudes of employees, the study deployed two different research methodologies. Firstly, exploratory in depth interviews were conducted with ten Saudi Arabian entrepreneurs (five male and five female). This data, which was analysed inductively, provided insights into the behaviours and perspectives of each entrepreneur and, at the same time, observations were conducted on the entrepreneurs themselves and their organizations. Secondly, Saudi Arabian employees were surveyed to elicit their attitudes and intentions towards entrepreneurship and new venture creation. Using stratified sampling, 410 usable questionnaire responses were received (205 women and 205 men). Results suggest that Saudi Arabian entrepreneurs exhibit similar motivations to those of entrepreneurs in other countries' contexts; however, their perceived obstacles included a culturally specific issue, the 'Saudization' of the workforce. Female entrepreneurs were additionally concerned about losing their money, being afraid of society, and feeling insecure. These reasons may partially explain why wealthy and well educated Saudi women tend to leave their wealth in banks rather than investing in business ownership. Among both men and women, there was a sense of confusion about matters of regulation and legality; women entrepreneurs, in particular, were unaware of their legal rights and were bound by social convention. The survey of Saudi Arabian employees suggested that men tended to have a greater interest in entrepreneurship and more often wanted to quit their job in order to start a business. Male employees also had greater levels of self-efficacy towards starting a business, confidence in performing effectively as entrepreneurs and being sufficiently responsible to be their own boss. By studying both men and women and entrepreneurs and employees, the study provides new empirical and comparative evidence drawn from diverse parts of Saudi society. In so doing, the study contributes new knowledge with regards to how Saudi Arabian society, culture, policies and the economy influence attitudes, perceptions and experiences of entrepreneurship.Saudi Arabia has a unique culture and society, which has influence on the way entrepreneurship is perceived and experienced. This study, one of the first to explore entrepreneurship within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has two overarching aims. The first aim is to explore the perceptions and experiences of male and female entrepreneurs and the second aim is to explore the attitudes and intentions of male and female employees towards entrepreneurship and new venture creation. In exploring both the experiences of entrepreneurs and the attitudes of employees, the study deployed two different research methodologies. Firstly, exploratory in depth interviews were conducted with ten Saudi Arabian entrepreneurs (five male and five female). This data, which was analysed inductively, provided insights into the behaviours and perspectives of each entrepreneur and, at the same time, observations were conducted on the entrepreneurs themselves and their organizations. Secondly, Saudi Arabian employees were surveyed to elicit their attitudes and intentions towards entrepreneurship and new venture creation. Using stratified sampling, 410 usable questionnaire responses were received (205 women and 205 men). Results suggest that Saudi Arabian entrepreneurs exhibit similar motivations to those of entrepreneurs in other countries' contexts; however, their perceived obstacles included a culturally specific issue, the 'Saudization' of the workforce. Female entrepreneurs were additionally concerned about losing their money, being afraid of society, and feeling insecure. These reasons may partially explain why wealthy and well educated Saudi women tend to leave their wealth in banks rather than investing in business ownership. Among both men and women, there was a sense of confusion about matters of regulation and legality; women entrepreneurs, in particular, were unaware of their legal rights and were bound by social convention. The survey of Saudi Arabian employees suggested that men tended to have a greater interest in entrepreneurship and more often wanted to quit their job in order to start a business. Male employees also had greater levels of self-efficacy towards starting a business, confidence in performing effectively as entrepreneurs and being sufficiently responsible to be their own boss. By studying both men and women and entrepreneurs and employees, the study provides new empirical and comparative evidence drawn from diverse parts of Saudi society. In so doing, the study contributes new knowledge with regards to how Saudi Arabian society, culture, policies and the economy influence attitudes, perceptions and experiences of entrepreneurship
Self-efficacy and Motivations among Saudi Employees toward Creating their Own Business
No full textSaudi Arabia has a unique culture and society, which has influence on the way entrepreneurship is perceived and experienced. The survey of Saudi Arabian employees suggested that men tended to have a greater interest in entrepreneurship and more often wanted to quit their job in order to start a business. Male employees also had greater levels of self-efficacy towards starting a business. The study provides new empirical and comparative evidence drawn from diverse parts of Saudi society. In so doing, the study contributes new knowledge with regards to how Saudi Arabian society, culture, policies and the economy influence attitudes, perceptions and experiences of entrepreneurship.</jats:p
Entrepreneurial Self-efficacy and Intention: Saudi Perspective
No full textThe objective of this study has been to compare motivation, intention, fear of failure and self-efficacy in starting business ventures in Saudi Arabia. Inductive content analysis is used to identify the similarities and differences between two cites and groups of people in Saudi Arabia; both male and female entrepreneurs and those who have already established a business. Furthermore, the paper draws on data gathered from eight interviews in the cities of Riyadh and Jeddah. Four of these interviews were conducted with male entrepreneurs and the remaining four were with female entrepreneurs. A description and analysis of each entrepreneur was developed individually including short observations on the interviewees; noting movements and body language. We found the motivation for being one’s own boss is greater in Riyadh than in Jeddah (p=0.024) whereas self-efficacy is greater in Jeddah yet this difference is not significant. Regarding intention, no significant difference was found between region and gender. Finally, both regions consider fear of failure to be predictable. The study presents important contributions to theorists and practitioners in entrepreneurial activities in Saudi Arabia. Our research has contributed to the study in entrepreneurial motivation, intention, role of management, and role of culture of male and female entrepreneurs in Saudi Arabia hence providing more knowledge and information towards the behavior of Saudi entrepreneurs. </jats:p
The Strategic Management Process in Intermediate Organizations: A Multiple Case Application
Get PDFThis paper is intended at demonstrating the significance of strategic management, as a distinctive phenomenon in the intermediate organizations more than it is assumed in the theory of strategic management. In this paper, the light has been thrown on some new insights in this field. In addition, it has been emphasized that the studies of strategic management also need to add-on with the conventional perspectives, along with variety of internal and external characteristics to ensure better understanding and awareness of the underlying organizational processes. Keywords: Strategic management; organizational process; intermediate organizations; reciprocity
The Effect of Suspended Salary Allowance on Business Loan in Saudi Arabia
No full textThe research was carried out to study two factors; first the impact of suspended Salary allowance (about 20% of Saudi Salary per month) on borrowing loans from national and commercial Saudi's banks. Secondly, to analyze the effects of suspended Salary allowance on re-payment of the loans. This study established that most Saudi banks’ customers should be well-aware of the influence of suspended Salary allowance on borrowing loans from banks and re-payment of the loans. It was noticed that the provision of loans to Saudi people after governmental action regarding suspended Salary allowance had a great impact on their businesses performance. The study also found that salary cuts together with other factors including high interest rates may be the most important causes of poor business performance. </jats:p
The Use of Computerized HRM Systems by Companies in Saudi Arabia
Get PDFThis paper investigates the Human Resource systems situation in the Saudi market by surveying 60 companies. Human Resource and IT managers completed a questionnaire to reflect the current state of Human Resource systems in Saudi Arabia. In the course of the study, eight hypotheses were investigated and proved: HR system users in the companies account for less than half of the total staff; most of the companies use Human Resource systems as a part of their automated HR system; several companies use Human Resource management applications developed by their own specialists; the companies’ degree of satisfaction with their Human Resource management systems’ performance; the readiness of companies to implement new and efficient solutions into their practices; the readiness of companies to adopt an SaaS model; businesses have the potential to make great progress despite obstacles. Results have shown that the Saudi market is ready to adopt and implement such new techniques, but satisfaction levels with current solutions are comparatively low and need urgent measures. Progress, particularly on the source of an SaaS model, is needed to improve the companies’ situations and allow them to take a step towards a more successful future by improving their competitive advantage. Keywords: HRM systems, SaaS model, HR in Saudi, On-demand software, Human capital management, Talent management, Human Resource management systems
The Use of Computerized HRM Systems by Compa-nies in Saudi Arabia
No full textAbstract This paper investigates the situation of Human Resource systems in the Saudi market by surveying 60 companies. Human Resource and IT managers completed a questionnaire to reflect the current state of Human Resource systems in Saudi Arabia. In the course of the study, eight hypotheses were investigated and proved: HR system users in the companies accounted for less than half of the total staff; most of the companies used Human Resource systems as a part of their automated HR system; several companies used Human Resource management applications developed by their own specialists; the companies' degree of satisfaction with their Human Resource management systems' performance; the readiness of companies to implement new and efficient solutions into their practices; the readiness of companies to adopt an SaaS model; businesses have the potential to make great progress despite obstacles. Results have shown that the Saudi market is ready to adopt and implement such new techniques, but satisfaction levels with current solution are comparatively low and need urgent measures. Progress, especially on the source of an SaaS model, is needed to improve the companies' situation and allow them to take a step towards a more successful future by improving their competitive advantage
The development of Saudi Arabian Entrepreneurship and Knowledge society
Get PDFThe current knowledge society has become a major factor in the distinction between countries, as many of them have sought to focus on knowledge and information; considering it the main resource. This study aims to identify the subject of the entrepreneurship's development in Saudi Arabia and contributes to the attainment of the knowledge society. We used the analytical descriptive approach and the questionnaire tool. The study population was represented by the Ministry of Economy and Planning officials in Saudi Arabia. Furthermore, the study’s sample consisted of 80 subjects, among which 60 were valid for analysis. We found that the impact on Saudi Arabia entrepreneurship, project participation and execution are reliant on support and encouragement of the concept itself while the level of education significantly influences the likelihood of project success.
