160 research outputs found
Asia in the ageing century: part III - healthcare
No full textWith total health spending in the region worth over a trillion dollars in 2010 and demand for healthcare continuing to grow, Asian governments will have a tremendous challenge meeting and funding this demand.Summary• This is the third research brief in a three-part series that looks at Asia in the ageing century, with a particular focus on the countries of East and South-East Asia.• The context is outlined in the first brief, which describes population, urbanisation and social trends in the region. Specifically, it notes that population ageing in East and South-East Asia is happening faster and at a lower level of economic development than in the West. Many Asian countries now have a decade or so to prepare for the final stages of demographic transition. Parts II and III of the series focus on two areas of economic activity which are both pertinent to population ageing and have enormous scale: provision of retirement income (covered in Part II) and of healthcare (outlined in the present brief).• As Asian societies become wealthier and older they will demand more of their health systems. This translates to extending health insurance coverage to a broader cross- section of the population, and offering reimbursement for a greater proportion of costs on a larger package of benefits. China has enrolled 1.2 billion people into the health insurance system within the last decade but in some provinces benefit packages are lacking. Malaysia achieved universal health coverage in the 1980s, but in 2004 key medicines were only available in a quarter of public health facilities.• East and South-East Asian governments currently have the fiscal capacity to keep expanding health systems, but to avoid the excessive cost growth seen in the West they will need to employ various micro, macro and demand-side measures – heeding the successes and failures of reforms within the region and elsewhere.• An important area for healthcare is the epidemiological transition that comes with ageing societies, where the relative prevalence of non-communicable diseases increases. Health packages in Asia are yet to take a full account of this change.• Health spending in the region was worth over US50 billion of spending, but recent growth has been high (e.g. 100% p.a. in China). On the provider side, the size and growth of the market will result in opportunities for pharmaceutical, medical device manufacturing and consumer health companies, as well as for operators of hospitals and specialised facilities. Some of that demand will spill over into the growing medical tourism market.• At the level of the macro-economy, stronger welfare provision offers an opportunity to rebalance growth in the region by reducing excessive precautionary savings. So far, East and South-East Asian countries have been taking this opportunity but much remains to be done for healthcare systems to be fully ready for an ageing population. 
Factors affecting consumers green purchase intention towards ecological products: ICA supermarket in Sweden
No full textTitle: “Factors affecting consumers green purchase intention towards ecological products: ICA supermarket in Sweden”. Level: Master degree thesis in Business AdministrationAuthor: Khalida Akter Supervisor: Zahra AhmadiExaminer: Maria Fregidou-Malama Aim: The aim of this study is to investigate how consumer trust, eco-branding and green marketing strategy influence consumer purchase intention towards ecological products. Method: The qualitative method and inductive approach have been used for this research. The primary data have been collected through face to face interview and the secondary data have been used through scientific journals and the internet. Findings: The results show the important factors that can promote green marketing towards ecological products are; consumer trust, green trust, eco-label trust, eco-branding, green pricing, green advertising, green design and green promotion have a strong relation with each other. The study also shows that consumer purchase intention can be increased by giving sufficient information regarding ecological products, by increasing awareness, credibility, by reducing the perceived risk of the products, brand uniqueness, by advertising the products through the company magazines, billboards and posters outside of the supermarket, by raising awareness of customer health. Brand loyalty is also an important factor to create a long-term relationship with customers and it can be created by the fair price perception among the customers. The main promotional issues have been found for this study is customer health and climate change. The study also shows that price doesn’t affect on consumer purchase behaviour. Suggestions for future research: This study helps to understand how to promote green marketing for ecological products. For further study, the author suggests to investigate if there is a relationship between green marketing, consumer trust, eco-branding as well as a green marketing strategy. The future study will help to research on green marketing for ecological products. Contribution: This study has identified elements to promote green marketing and factors that can help to increase consumers purchase intention. The author hopes that the findings of this study will help companies to create their consumer purchase intention. The study has contributed to the theory and to the managers by investigating the factors affecting on green marketing. Keywords: Green marketing, Consumer trust, green trust, Eco-branding, Green marketing strategy, consumer purchase intention
Reprezentacije neevropskega sveta v izobraževalnem sistemu: Učbeniki kot akter etnocentrične in rasistične socializacije
No full textThe intention of this paper is to determine how the educational system as a significant actor in the socialization process generates ethno-/Eurocentric standpoints respectively, and racist representations of “the other”. The article is methodologically based on the social-historical and comparative method of selected theories from the research field of ethno-/Eurocentrism and racism and their reproduction in educational discourse. The author states that geography and history textbooks frequently enable the defining of potentially possible and above all exceedingly plausible situations, which leads to negative, Eurocentric and racist conclusions about Non-Europeans and migrants. This can be achieved by means of particular linguistic strategies, selection of illustrative material, and especially at the level of content and broader textual context.Namen članka je ugotoviti, kako izobraževalni diskurz kot pomemben socializacijski akter generira etno-/evropocentrična stališča in rasistične reprezentacije »drugega«. Avtorica izhaja iz socialnozgodovinske in primerjalne metode posameznih teorij etno-/evropocentrizma in rasizma ter njihove reprodukcije v izobraževalnem diskurzu. Ugotavlja, da učbeniki za zgodovino in geografijo omogočajo definiranje potencialno možnih in zelo verjetnih situacij, ki vodijo v negativne, evropocentrične, tudi rasistične sklepe o Neevropejcih in migrantih. To dosegajo s posebnimi jezikovnimi strategijami, s selekcijo slikovnega gradiva in zlasti na ravni vsebine ter širšega tekstualnega konteksta
Enhancing Visitor Satisfaction in Bangladeshi River Tourism: Identifying and Addressing Critical Factors
No full textThe expanding popularity of river tourism highlights the need to research the different factors that influence visitor satisfaction in this industry. The purpose of this study is to identify critical factors in enhancing visitor satisfaction in Bangladeshi river tourism. A precisely prepared study methodology was used to examine data collected from 100 visitors who had direct experience with river tourism in the Chandpur region, using a random sample method. The collected data underwent a variety of statistical analyses, including regression, descriptive statistics, KMO and Bartlett's Test, reliability testing, ANOVA, and exploratory factor analysis, with the goal of identifying the major drivers influencing visitor satisfaction in river tourism. The analysis identified destination attractions, safety and security, effective management, and accessibility of river tourism as critical factors influencing the satisfaction of visitors. Furthermore, three research hypotheses were thoroughly tested using the chi-square test, ANOVA, regression, and coefficient analysis. The research findings are expected to provide significant insights for tourism experts in developing strategies for effective planning and execution of business activities in the river tourism sector. The research concludes by outlining consequences and suggesting options for future research endeavors. 
A Glimpse into the Future: Examining University of Dhaka Undergraduates Perception of the Hospitality Industry for Future Career
No full textThe main objective of this study is to acknowledge the perceptions of undergraduates on pursuing a career in the Hospitality Industry. The service industry such as hospitality industry of Bangladesh is a significant sector contributing to the economic development and have seen flourishing prosperity in recent years. The success of hospitality industries and their prestigious brand image have encouraged youth generation specially undergraduates to pursue their future career in Hospitality industry. This study basically identifies twenty variables associated with the influencing factors that may instigate undergraduates to pursue the Hospitality industry as their career choice. By a systematic analysis of twenty independent variables result shows that, six variables are statistically arrived at 1% significant level that means have significant influence on undergraduates’ perception and another eight variables are estimated as 5% of significant level. This implies that ensuring high Salary, brand names of the company, Job security, diversified working opportunity, and proper replacement polices each of the variables is positively influencing undergraduate’s preference in career choice in hospitality industry. This study concludes with few practical implications that have been extracted in the light of empirical findings to influence undergraduates’ perceptions positively towards hospitality industry. 
A Comprehensive Review of Impacts of Social Media and Information Technology on Decision Making of General People
No full textSocial media platforms and information technology have revolutionized the way individuals obtain, use, and share information in the digital age. This has affected people's decision-making processes in a variety of fields. This thorough analysis investigates the complex effects of information technology and social media on the way the public makes decisions. The impact of social media and information technology on decision-making in domains like politics, healthcare, education, consumer behavior, and interpersonal relationships is examined in this review, which draws on an extensive array of scholarly literature, empirical investigations, and theoretical frameworks. According to the research, information technology and social media can influence decisions in both favorable and unfavorable ways. On the one hand, these platforms give users access to a multitude of information, empowering them to take part in social movements, activism, and civic engagement with greater knowledge and understanding. Social media platforms also enable peer-to-peer communication, cooperation, and knowledge sharing, giving people the confidence to ask their social networks for guidance, affirmation, and support. In the digital age, the review emphasizes how psychological variables, cognitive biases, and sociocultural influences shape decision-making processes. In online environments, people's information processing, judgment-making, and decision-making processes are greatly influenced by social comparison, confirmation bias, FOMO, and social validation, among other factors. This thorough analysis advances our knowledge of the intricate interactions among decision-making, information technology, and social media. Informed decision making, digital literacy, and the moral application of social media and information technology in society are all goals of this review, which synthesizes the literature and highlights new trends to guide future research, legislative efforts, and hands-on interventions. 
Motivations and Issues for Women Entrepreneurs in Enhancing Business Performance in the Smart Tourism Sector of Bangladesh: A Case Study
No full textIn this case study, the impact of female entrepreneurs' motivations and obstacles on business performance in Bangladesh's smart tourism industry is investigated. The purpose of the study is to provide light on the challenges that women face and the variables that encourage their involvement in entrepreneurship in the smart travel and tourism sector. This study aims to advance our understanding of women's entrepreneurship dynamics within the unique context of Bangladesh's smart tourism industry by carrying out an exhaustive investigation and analysis. The research uses a case study methodology and focuses on female entrepreneurs in Bangladesh's smart tourism sector. The study looks into the main reasons why women choose to start their own businesses in this industry using qualitative techniques like surveys, interviews, and in-depth examinations of business performance metrics. The focus of the research is to provide insight into the tactics used by female entrepreneurs to overcome obstacles, innovate within their companies, and support the expansion of the travel and tourism industry. Additionally, the study looks at how these incentives and difficulties relate to business performance indicators like revenue growth, market presence, and sustainability in the end. The case study improves our knowledge of gender-specific dynamics in entrepreneurship from an academic perspective and has real-world applications for policymakers, organizations that assist small businesses, and female entrepreneurs. A more inclusive and encouraging business environment can be fostered by stakeholders by identifying the reasons behind women's entrepreneurial success in the tourism industry and addressing the obstacles they encounter. The ultimate goal of the case study is to enhance the success of individual female entrepreneurs in Bangladesh's tourism industry while also contributing to the industry's overall vibrancy. 
Tax Avoidance Practice in Textile Company in Bangladesh and Impact of Social Media to Avoid This Problems
No full textIn Bangladesh's textile sector, tax evasion is a major problem, with businesses using a range of tactics to reduce their tax obligations. The purpose of this study is to look into tax evasion tactics used by Bangladeshi textile industries and to see if social media might help solve this issue. This study looks at the tactics used by textile companies to evade taxes, such as profit shifting, transfer pricing, and offshore tax havens, through a thorough examination of the literature and empirical evidence. The results indicate that tax evasion is a multifaceted matter that is impacted by various elements such as legal frameworks, corporate governance arrangements, and cultural standards. In order to take advantage of tax system weaknesses and reduce their tax liabilities, textile companies in Bangladesh frequently employ aggressive tax planning techniques. In addition to undermining government revenue, these actions also exacerbate social injustice and wealth inequality. The study also investigates how social networking sites like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter might help reduce tax avoidance by encouraging accountability, transparency, and corporate responsibility. The results imply that social media can be an effective instrument for increasing awareness, revealing unethical behavior, and making businesses responsible for their tax duties. The efficient use of social media for tax transparency is hampered by issues like false information, privacy concerns, and regulatory loopholes. By illuminating the mechanics of tax avoidance in Bangladesh's textile industry and suggesting tactics for utilizing social media to combat this problem. 
A Comprehensive Review of Challenges and Opportunities for Women Entrepreneurs in the field of Tourism Industry in Bangladesh
No full textThe article offers a comprehensive analysis of the potential and difficulties encountered by female entrepreneurs in Bangladesh's rapidly developing travel and tourism sector. Women's underrepresentation in entrepreneurial activities within the tourism sector and the growing recognition of their critical role in economic growth are the driving forces behind this research. This study highlights the various obstacles preventing women from entering and succeeding as entrepreneurs in the tourist sector through a thorough examination of the literature and empirical data. These difficulties include gender stereotypes, sociocultural impediments, financial resource access, and limited educational options. The study highlights the encouraging prospects for female entrepreneurs in Bangladesh's travel and tourism industry. The study emphasizes how crucial it is to create a welcoming environment that caters to the unique requirements of female entrepreneurs in the travel and tourism industry. A series of recommendations is provided at the end of the report to help policymakers, industry stakeholders, and women themselves overcome the obstacles and seize the potential. Through the promotion of gender-inclusive legislation, improved education and financial accessibility, and an entrepreneurial culture, Bangladesh may enable women to fully realize their potential in spearheading sustainable economic growth via the tourist sector. 
Modelling Centuries of Geo-morphological Development of the Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna Delta
No full textThe Ganges-Brahmaputra-Meghna (GBM) Delta is a good example of a large estuarine system with sparse data. This study describes the development and validation of a morphodynamic process-based model (Delft3D) as a tool to predict the dynamic system as a response to climate change, sea-level rise, subsidence and other influences. The modelled sediment transport of the Ganges and Jamuna systems is between 200 and 1100 million ton/year, which is in line with observations. On annual basis sand accounts for less than 20% of the sediment load in the system with the remaining sediment being much finer. Analysis of modelled bed level changes over time reveals that only a few river systems are in an aggrading phase. The 2D model exhibits that about 22% of the supplied sediment deposits in the delta system on floodplains and tidal plains, whereas the remaining 78% of the sediment causes subaquatic delta progradation or is lost in the deep ocean bed. Although the model does not reproduce all-natural phenomena at all spatial scales, it will be a valuable tool to describe and explore the morphodynamic development of the GBM Delta over decadal to centennial timescales for macro-scale understanding, planning, and management.Coastal Engineerin
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