IOSR-JBM   Volume-16 ~ Issue-4 ~ April-2014

Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Human Resource Management: Paradigm Shift in the Public Sec-tor Banks in India
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Shashi Ranjan Kumar Jha, Vishal Anand
	:	10.9790/487X-16430106

Abstract: Human Resource Management has become the chief component of managing the employees of any industry these days. The same is true for the Indian banking industry as well. This paper highlights the signifi-cance of HRM in the Indian Banking industry. An attempt has been made to apprehend the HRM practices adopted by major banks in India. This paper also proposes the potential role HRM is capable of playing in the banking industry. The findings of this paper are based on secondary sources of data.

Keywords: human resource, Performance management, skilled manpower, Job rotation, career planning

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Incomplete Superficial Palmar Arch – Clinical Significance
Country	:	India
Authors	:	(Dr.Challa. Ratna Prabha, Dr.BvindalaBhagalakshmi , Dr.NamburiBhanu Sudha Parimala, Dr.Chandaka Swathi Poornima
	:	10.9790/487X-16430709

Abstract: The hands receive profuse blood supply by superficial and deep palmar arches (SPA & DPA), though both arches are constituted by radial and ulnar arteries, variations are constantly observed in SPA. During routine dissections we observed unilateral incomplete SPA being formed by superficial branches of radial and ulnar arteries in the right hand of an old male cadaver. These two arteries remained independent without anastomosis forming incomplete arch. The superficial branch of radial artery supplied the thumb and radial side of index finger by its two branches – the arteriaprincepspollicis and arteriaradialisindicis. Normally these two branches are given by radial artery but here they are given by a branch of radial artery.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	The Matrimonial Division of the Supreme Court of Jamaica: An In-depth Look at its Work Flow Process
Country	:	West Indies
Authors	:	Horatio Morgan
	:	10.9790/487X-16431013

Abstract: Upon request from Jamaica's Civil Society, the Matrimonial Division of the Supreme Court of Jamaica was highlighted as an area that needed interventions to improve its business processes cycle. This is the highest Divorce Court on the island and the numbers of application were drastically increasing resulting in a noticeable backlog. This prompted the need for a business process workflow study; focusing on the business process cycle to identify problem areas, document work flow process, identify required statistics for international partnerships, track approximate case completion rates and make recommendations for improved output. It was found that based on available resources the process was adequate considering the limited resources available. In-addition, there was a lack of available data to assist with the future developments plans of the division; and a pilot project was needed to clear up the back log.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Factors Affecting Monitoring Of the Strategic Plan: A Case of Kenya Seed Company
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Dr. Bichanga Walter Okibo, Edwin Masika
	:	10.9790/487X-16431420

Abstract: Organizations have recently seen the need of planning strategically in order to take stock of the benefits that accrue from having well crafted strategic plans. Kenya Seed Company is an expanding company. The purpose of this study was to establish the factors affecting monitoring of strategic plan at Kenya Seed Company plan. The Strategic Plan of reference was the one that covers the period 2013/2014 to2017/ 2018.The study was based on the following specific objectives:

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Factors Influencing Growth of Dairy Farming Business in Amentia South District of Mere County, Kenya
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Muriuki Kiboi Muriithi, Guyo S. Huka, Ibuathu Charles Njati
	:	10.9790/487X-16432131

Abstract: National level production of livestock and livestock products in Kenya has increased over the years even though many households involved in livestock production have continued to be poor and food insecure. It is perceived that poor performance of dairy businesses is stemming from poor business growth caused by certain business related factors. Consequently, a study was conducted to establish factors influencing business growth of smallholder dairy farming enterprises in Imenti South District of Meru County, Kenya.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	A Study of Product Quality of Selected Public and Private Sector Life Insurance Companies
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Dr. Harish B. Bapat, Dr. Vishal Soni, Dr. Ritu Joshi
	:	10.9790/487X-16433241

Abstract: The need for insurance is as old as commerce and trading in the civilized world. Risk is inherent to life, commerce, trading etc. The insurance will provide safety to it. Insurance sector has been playing a leading role in the financial system of India. It has also been facilitating an objective to build an efficient, effective and a stable economic environment in India. It also caters to the needs of the both real economy and socio-economic objective of the country. It is making inroads into the interiors of the economy and is being considered as one of the fast developing areas in the Indian financial sector. It has been mobilizing long-term saving through life insurance to support economic growth and also facilitating economic development.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Role of Internet Technology on Marketing of Women led Products. Case of Jubilee Market, Kisumu, Kenya
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Kwama Leonard Ogweno, Ondiek Alfred Collins, Mzee Rajab Mohammed
	:	10.9790/487X-16434252

Abstract: Information and data are the tools needed to navigate today are increasingly complex and globally linked marketplace. Productivity is an important economic factor which has a key role in evaluating the economic growth. It is identified as the foundation for economic prosperity, a prerequisite for national development and also an important indicator of organizational competitiveness (Dedrick et al., 2003). Most countries, particularly rural populations, have largely been left out of the information revolution

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Financial Reporting By Small and Medium Scale Enterprises in Nigeria
Country	:	Nigeria
Authors	:	Omoregie N.A.E., Adeparubi O.O. (B.Sc), Iboi P. E. (B.Sc)
	:	10.9790/487X-16435361

Abstract: Over the years, there has been a controversy as to whether the current financial reporting system for small and medium scale enterprises (hereafter, SMEs) is adequate. This controversy has been encountered in various countries of the world, Nigeria inclusive. The main objective of this study is to examine the opinion of users of SME financial statements, the accountants that prepare SME financial statements as well as other stakeholders' in SME financial reporting on whether or not SMEs in Nigeria should have their own set of financial reporting standards,

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Impact of Supply Chain Management Practices on Organizational Performance: A Case Study of Haco Industries Limited (Kenya).
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Makena Naomi Mutuerandu, Directed by Dr. Mike Iravo
	:	10.9790/487X-16436264

Abstract: Supply chain management (SCM) is one of the most important tools that companies use to develop their performances. The basic objectives of this research were (1) to assess the level of implementation of SCM practices in Haco Industries Ltd, and (2) to study the relationship between SCM Practices and organizational performance in the same industries. To study the relationship between supply chain management practices and organizational performance, four key dimensions of SCM practices (strategic supplier partnership, customer relationship, information sharing and training practices) were used as independent variables,

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Indian Construction Industry: Challenges for the Construction Managers
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Er. Shrishail Shirur1, Dr. Suwarna Torgal
	:	10.9790/487X-16436569

Abstract: Today there are numerous challenges are being faced by Indian construction managers. Some are new to the industry, and some are centuries old. Many of these challenges are a direct result of construction operations, while others a result of indirect, peripheral activities. A surprising number of challenges are not construction issues but must be addressed and managed by the construction manager (CM) to ensure project success. Some of the construction issues include workforce considerations, safety, time constraints, and the changing nature of the work. Non-construction challenges that CMs face that are part of the business landscape include legal issues, government regulations, environmentalconcerns, and socio-political pressures. It is critical that the CM understands thedemanding realities that he or she faces in the planning and control of constructionoperations.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Changing Lifestyle of Women –An Empirical Study
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Adeel Maqbool, Rizwana Atiq
	:	10.9790/487X-16437078

Abstract: This research had been conducted to see whether there has been a change in the lifestyle of women or not. To achieve the objectives of the study, a total 270 middle class women respondents have been selected from Lucknow and Delhi. A well structured questionnaire has been drafted to get the information regarding the lifestyle of women. As we know that market cannot operate without the consumer so, the consumer is known as the soul for the market.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Work Habit, Risk-Taking Ability, and Entreprenuerial Success
Country	:	Nigeria
Authors	:	Don- Baridam Letam
	:	10.9790/487X-16437982

Abstract: This study examines the relationship between work habit, risk-taking ability and entrepreneurial success secret of entrepreneurs' success. The respondents were 120 entrepreneurs, all members of petroleum technological Association of Nigeria (PETAN), an association founded with the effective of domesticating oil related technologies in Nigeria. The multiple regression analysis was used to measure the relationships between the dependent and independent variables.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Challenges facing women entrepreneurs in accessing business finance in Kenya: Case of Ruiru Township, Kiambu County
Country	:	Kenya
Authors	:	Phylis Makena, Simon Thiaine Kubaison, Charles Ibuathu Njati.
	:	10.9790/487X-16438391

Abstract: There are various definitions of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), varying between countries and their levels of economic development. The definition is also based on considerations such as the number of employees and revenue levels. In the United States and European Union (EU) countries SMEs are enterprises with employees under 500 while in developing countries any enterprise employing below 100 employees would constitute an SME. In Kenya, Small enterprises are defined as enterprises employing between 1-50 employees, while medium enterprises are those with 51-99 employees (GoK, 1999).

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Profitability of Commercial Banks in Bangladesh:A Multivariate Analysis
Country	:	Bangladesh
Authors	:	Mouri Dey
	:	10.9790/487X-16439295

Abstract: This paper is in an attempt to examine the financial performance of privatelisted commercial banks in Bangladesh in terms of profitability. The study is based on cross-section data of annual financial statements of 15 listed commercial banks for the period 2008-2012. Five determinants have been chosen for this study. The Correlation matrix shows that profitability, asset quality, operating performance ,bank size and liquidity position are related positively but profitability and capital adequacy are related negatively.Step-wise regression method is followed to show the cause-effect relationship of the variables.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Corporate Social Responsibility Effect on Human Right Standards and Sustainability and Csr Effect on Various Indian Corporate
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Poonam Lakra
	:	10.9790/487X-164396101

Abstract: Every business have a main aim to earn maximum profit but there are certain social responsibilities which have to be taken care and when a corporate do these type of activities then that is called corporate socially responsible. This paper focus on CSR activities of various Indian companies and how the CSR activities prove to be a benefit or a burden for business activities. CSR can not only refer to the compliance of human right standards, labor and social security arrangements, but also to the fight against climate change, sustainable management of natural resources and consumer protection A number of companies with good social and environmental records indicate that CSR activities can result in a better performance and can generate more profits and growth but same time more important activities lacking behind when corporate focus more on CSR.

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Paper Type	:	Research Paper
Title	:	Workforce Diversity Management: Biggest Challenge Or Opportunity For 21st Century Organizations
Country	:	India
Authors	:	Main Authors‟. Preeti bedi; Co- Authors‟. Poonam lakra; Co- Authors‟. Ekanshi Gupta;
	:	10.9790/487X-1643102107

Abstract:Management being a social discipline deals with the behavior of people and human insight. Hence, workforce diversity is the biggest challenge and at the same times the biggest opportunity for the 21st century managers. "Diversity Management" is a strategy to promote the perception, acknowledgement and implementation of diversity in organizations. Workforce diversity has significant implications for the management. The managers will be required to shift their approach from treating each group of workers alike to recognizing differences among them and following such policies so as to encourage creativity, improve productivity, reduce labor turnover and avoid any sort of discrimination.

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