IOSR-JBM   Volume-18 ~ Issue-6 ~ June-2016

Abstract: With IT boom, majority of the corporations have increasingly been recruiting their workforce on contract. Dearth of jobs and increase in population has caused the management to take an upper hand in calling the shots with regard to their HR policies. A major chunk of a company's workforce is constituted by the employees on contract. The HR polices are more in tune to provide to the needs of permanent employees – whether it is with regard to the salary policies or the reward and recognition programmes held at the company, the contractual workforce are seldom considered to be a part of the proceedings.............

Keywords: Contractual employees, Perception, Equity, Organizational Justice

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Abstract: This article aims at focussing on the facts in the financial series of SENSEX, the Sensitivity Index of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the good and bad news on the volatility of SENSEX. In the field of financial market, the stock market volatility is the most interesting topic for the investors as well as for the researchers. The volatile market gives the opportunity to the investors to reap higher returns for their investments. In the volatile market factorial risks are more and probability of higher returns are possible..............

Keywords: BSE SENSEX, Jarque-Bera test, TARCH(1,1) model, Volatility.

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Abstract: Small scale industries have been adjudged worldwide as engines of economic growth and development. This research attempts to assess the spatial characteristics of small scale industries in Dutsin-ma town, Northern Nigeria. Data used was obtained from field surveys and interviews. Questionnaires were administered to 80 identified small scale entrepreneurs. Results obtained indicated that 65% of the industries were located on major commercial streets, either in the open, under shades or in shops within the entrepreneurs' residences. Forty percent were located within the entrepreneurs' residences where they can utilize family labour in their operations.............

Keywords: Spatial Pattern; Small scale Industries; Dutsin-ma

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Abstract: The Indian retail market is one of the top five retail market in the world and it is estimated to be US$ 500 billion by economic value. Retail marketing also involves the management of sales personnel, selection and ordering of merchandise and promotion of selected merchandise as well as inventory control, store security and product accounting. To be successful, every retail business needs to add value to its products by adopting basic strategies related to pricing, promotion, distribution, penetration, retention, customer relationship and corporate social responsibility..............

Keywords: Retail marketing, strategies, price, promotion, retention, customer relationship

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Abstract: There is an increased interest in SMEs because they encourage innovation and flexibility, generate new employment, and they develop entrepreneurs of all ages. Despite the role they play in the various economies, SMEs are faced with various challenges that prevent or slow down their growth. SMEs should therefore embrace corporate entrepreneurship (CE) which has been found to enhance growth and survival of businesses. This study sought to investigate the influence of various variables on the implementation of corporate entrepreneurship in community pharmacies in Mombasa County.............

Keywords: Corporate entrepreneurship, Manager's capabilities, Entrepreneurial culture, Financial resources, Competitive rivalry, Community Pharmacies

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Abstract: This paper attempt to highlight the women entrepreneurship spirituality in business based on Al-Quran and Sunnah. Existing literature has been identify to get some evidence that leads to entrepreneurship spirituality towards business performance Taqwa, Ihsan, Adl, Amana etc. women entrepreneur's spirituality is distinctive in its nature as its not only influence but shapes the behaviors of individual entrepreneurs spiritually in business activity morally..............

Keywords: Islam, Entrepreneurs, Business, Performance, spirituality, Taqwa, Ihsan, Adal

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Abstract: The study focussed on measuring continuous improvement levels of Zimparks lodges in Zimbabwe. The basis for carrying out the research stemmed from the challenges faced by Zimparks lodges. Zimparks lodges are performing dismally yet other lodges are doing well in the same environment. It emerged that Zimparks lodges has outdated interior designs, furniture and premises which do not suit the modern day hospitality customers and guests..............

Keywords: Continuous Orientation Culture, Lodge, Hospitality

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Abstract: This study aims at examining the effect of IFRS adoption on the mechanics of loan loss provisioning for Nigerian Banks. Specifically, it analyses how the change in the recognition and measurement of loan loss provision affects the accounting quality of banks thereby reducing the income smoothing behavior of the money deposit banks. In the model specified, loan loss provision for the current year was used as the dependent variable while non-performing loans at the beginning of the year, current changes in non-performing loans,.............

Keywords: IFRS adoption, non-performing loans, loan loss provisions, income smoothing.

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Abstract: This study sought to determine the factors affecting the performance of the coffee industry in Kenya with a case study of Mathira Constituency. The study sought to find the existing linear relationship between the factors affecting the coffee industry and performance of the coffee industry. The factors that were considered included type of policies, flexibility of the policies and enforceability. The study was grounded on public interest theory of regulation, total quality management theory and Theory of Performance. Mixed mode research approach was used which consisted of the descriptive research design and correlation research design..............

Keywords: Government policy, Performance, Mathira Constituency, coffee industry

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Abstract: Governments in both developed and developing countries collect taxes mainly to fund public services. In Kenya, taxpayers exhibit varying levels of tax compliance. The purpose of this study was to extend the tax knowledge in Kenya and in particular to help establish how taxpayer's attitudes affect tax compliance, especially among the top SMEs in Kenya. The study was conducted on the top 100 medium-sized firms (SMEs) in Kenya, according to the 2013 survey of the top 100 SMEs that was conducted by KPMG and the Nation Media. The study sought to address the following research questions:............

Keywords: taxpayers, attitude, accountability, perception, tax compliance

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Abstract: The growth of the economy is argued to have a positive impact on financial performance of various key sectors. Economic growth is measured using indicators such as the GDP growth rate, inflation rate, interest rates, exchange rates, money supply among others. This study focused on investigating the impact of origin countries GDP growth, Inflation rates and Interest rates on net income of selected airlines that operate in Kenya. Data on macroeconomic factors was collected from World Bank website for the period of between 2005 and 2014.............

Keywords: GDP growth, Inflation, Interest rates, Net Income, airlines

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Abstract: The study sought to determine prominent socio-cultural variables to the segmentation to the of the banking market. The study used a sample of 130 customers who were selected by intercepting customers as they left the premises of the bank. The socio-cultural variables for segmentation that were rated were social status, culture, and beliefs. The two major clustering variables that emerged were 'pressure from pressure groups influencing acceptance of certain financial services', and 'opening bank accounts for each child'.............

Keywords: socio-cultural variable, segmentation, banking

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Abstract: The principle of this paper is to analyze the significance of TQM is an integrated management approach that aim to continuously enhance the performance of products, process and services to achieve and surplus customer's expectations. There are some important factors which contribute to the success of TQM efforts. Total quality management is necessary for survive in competitive business. The paper inquired upon the utilization of total quality management system within the participants companies, the main objectivesand effects of these systems as well as upon the knowledge & usage of total quality management principles in companies..............

Keywords: Total Quality Management(TQM),Business Performance, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Competitive advantage, Theory of Constraints (TOC).

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Abstract: The purpose of the study is to find out the existing awareness level of industry about the importance of sales and operations planning to achieve supply chain KPI and awareness level about the importance of supply chain management in the business, secondly to find out how the industry Supply chain is performing in terms of achieving its KPI (Key Performance Indicators) like reduce cost of production, reduced cycle time, on time delivery, good quality and shorter lead time etc. In last it covers the current implementation status of different supply chain models in the industry..............

Keywords: Collaborative Supply Chain, Concurrent Engineering, Supply Planning, Informal Organizations, Collaborative Supply Chain.

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Abstract: Green marketing refers to the process of selling products and/or services based on their environmental benefits. It consists of all activities designed to generate and facilitate any exchanges intended to satisfy human needs or wants with minimal detrimental impact on the natural environment. From design, production, to sale and after-purchase service all should be green. Green marketing is helpful to establish the enterprise's green image and green brand, and increase consumers' recognition. In ecology clothing, production process of the materials - natural colored cotton, no chemical pesticide or fertilizer is used..............

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