IOSR-JBM   Volume-18 ~ Issue-7 ~ July-2016

Abstract: The aim of the research is to analyze the leadership style and job satisfaction on employee performance and to see which variables that influenced on employee performance. The number of respondents is 90 staffs in UT Head office which are selected by simple random sampling methods. The questionnaires are using Likert scale and analyzed by regression using SPSS 17.00 for windows program. The result showed that the leadership style and job satisfaction have a positive and significant influence on employee performance. The leadership style has a dominant influence on employee performance in comparison with job satisfaction on employee performance. It means that improving employee performance is more influential than the leadership style and job satisfaction.

Keywords: leadership style, job satisfaction, employee performance

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Abstract: The purpose of this research paper is to explore the entrepreneurship profile of students of University of Kelaniya and to investigate the relationship between entrepreneurial inclination and entrepreneurial traits. In this study, six traits were identified according to the past literature. Both primary and secondary data were used in this study. Data were collected from 240 undergraduates of the University of Kelaniya by using the proportionate stratified random sampling technique. Mainly quantitative approach was used to analyze the data. Apart from the descriptive statistical technique inferential statistical tools were applied to identify the relationship between variables................

Keywords: Entrepreneurship,Entrepreneurial Traits, Entrepreneurial Inclination,Entrepreneurship Education.

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Abstract: Stress is a state of being involving demand on physical or mental energy. Occupational stress refers to a situation where occupation related factors interact with employee to change i.e. disrupts or enhance his / her psychological and or physiological conditions such that the person is forced to deviate from normal functioning. In this research paper the researchers examined the major factors causing stress to staff nurses in private hospitals. The study is a descriptive one. Primary data was collected by the researcher with the help of structured questionnaire administered to the staff nurses of three leading private hospitals in Tiruchirappalli District - Tamilnadu............

Keywords: Stress, Hospital, Nurse etc

[1]. Arbabisarjou, Azizollah; Ajdari, Zaman; Omeidi, Khaled and Jalalinejad Razieh, (2013). The relationship between Job stress and performance among the hospitals nurses, World of Sciences Journal, February 2013, Pp-181-189.
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[3]. Alexandra Beauregard, (2004). Interference between Work and Home: An Empirical Study of the Antecedents, Outcomes, and Coping Strategies amongst Public Sector Employees, Master Thesis, London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London.
[4]. Dr. Beulah Viji Christiana. M, and Dr. V.Mahalakshmi, (2013). Role Stress and its Impact on Public and Private Sector Managers in Chennai: An Empirical Study, International Journal of Management & Business studies, Vol. 3, Issue 1, Pp-22-30.

Abstract: Performance appraisal is a formal employee evaluation system. It can evaluate and measure the employee’s working behavior and achievement through the systematic method and principle. It is designed to objectively evaluate an employee's performance and then outline measures to be taken for improvements are essential for an organization to move ahead. These systems are often organization specific and health care organizations are no exception. Health care professionals are becoming more involved in performance management as hospital restructure to increase effectiveness. .........

Keywords:Healthcare, Performance Appraisal, Square Hospital ltd. Criteria, Feedback.

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Abstract: This study is centered on political forces and survival of the oil subsector in Nigeria. The oil subsector in Nigeria are faced with challenges, some of which are associated with over regulation of business, terrorism, boko haram activities which threaten the oil subsector exceedingly, most of the laws regulating the oil subsector are at times controversial and less supportive to their operation, administrative control and legislative bottlenecks also impede on the survival and performance of the oil subsector in Nigeria. The work specifically aims to determine the influence of legislation on the profitability of the oil subsector in Nigeria.........

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Abstract: Regional autonomy and fiscal decentralization is a dynamic process. More than eleven years, the implementation of regional autonomy and fiscal decentralization have been applied, as a concrete manifestation of the commitment of regional autonomy and fiscal decentralization and relevant to the political will of the government for implementing reformation and democratization.The government has issued Law No. 32 of 2004 concerning Regional Government and Law No...........

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Abstract: Construction companies must have the ability to deal with various bidding situations successfully in today’s highly competitive construction market, but focusing all energy & effort on bids which are unlikely to win is nothing but a waste of resources. It is observed that companies that have a more ad‐hoc approach to tendering are often bent on to pursue every bid that comes through the door. However, high-low price bid can have a negative impact of organization in this competitive environment. So it is necessary that construction organizations should be more selective when choosing projects that they bidding. The underlying fact is that contractors need to choose a potentially profitable project to bid for..........

Keywords: Bidding, contractors, decision-making, influencing factors,

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Abstract: The study evaluated the concept of world class status with specific reference to higher education institutions delivering services through the ODL mode of education. There has been varied discourse with limited consensus on what defines a world class ODL university, in terms of the characteristics, impact and resources of the particular institution. The study therefore sought to establish criteria that would be useful for defining what a wold class ODL university would be. The study employed a qualitative research methodology while utilising the survey research design. Secondary data were gathered through analysing journal publications while primary data were gathered through interviews...............

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Abstract: There is growing recognizition about Co-operative movement in Indonesia nowadays. The purpose of this study is attempted to understand how service quality and sense of belonging affect member's members' participation in co-operatives enterprise. By using convenience sampling, 149 members of various co-operatives which are placed in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, taken as respondent and completed questionnaire...........

Keywords: Co-operative in Indonesia, Members' Participation, Service Quality, Sense of Belonging

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Abstract: The article examines the DIKW model. It shows its relevancy in the studying of Records, Library and Information Science as well as Knowledge Management, Communication Studies and Information and Communication Technology (ICT). It has been observed that the DIKW model does not cover all aspects of knowledge management. It actually limits the applicability of knowledge management. It does not really take cognisance of Plato's knowledge theory and does not really conform to constructivists..........

Keywords: Knowledge, data, Information, wisdom, DIK, DIKW, knowledge management, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Green leaf model, Chipo Mutongi's Knowledge Management model.

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Abstract: In recent years, we have noticed that The Zimbabwe Open University (ZOU) is enrolling a new generation of students, who are different in many ways from those who passed through the University in its early years. In the early years (1993-2000), ZOU enrolled mature, working class and self motivated students. In most cases, students were responsible for paying their tuition fees. They owed it to themselves, their families and employees to do well in their studies.......

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Abstract: The study evaluated the level of effectiveness with which open and distance learning (ODL) universities in Africa carried out their mandate. The study was necessitated by the transformation in the operating environment faced by higher education institutions. That is, a reduction in government financial support, an increased demand for high service quality by customers and intense competition internationally brought by globalization. The study employed the qualitative research methodology and utilized the descriptive research design...........

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Abstract: The concept of "value" in education has emerged as a critical area of study by academics and administrators as higher education institutions seek self sustenance. The drive to pursue self sustenance by universities emanates from a decline at a global level in state funding for higher education and the increased competition in the higher education sector due to globalization. Survival and sustainability of higher education institutions therefore depend on the ability of the institutions to understand and create "value".

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Abstract: Work life balance is a crucial factor for workers to contribute to the growth of the organization as well for their own wellbeing. Employees spend most of their time and energy in their workplace. Therefore, it is essential for the employees to be satisfied with their job and the organization. Since the economic reforms in India, there is a growing disparity in terms of socio-economical, psychological and personal wellbeing among the employees in the conventional manufacturing industries and the fast growing knowledge-based industries...........

Keywords: QWL, manufacturing sector, overall satisfaction, job satisfaction, QWL factors

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Abstract: This study investigated the influence of market driven forecasting on the business performance of SMEs in Ogun State, Nigeria. The study selected 375 SMEs totaling the population of 1275 respondents. Well structured questionnaires were used to facilitate the survey. The study used descriptive method and regression model to analyze the data collected. Results of the study show that market driven forecasting has no significant influence on the business performance of SMEs in Ogun State, Nigeria. Findings show that market driven forecasting is not a guaranteed techniques for influencing business performance, but for planning and decision making...........

Keywords: Market Driven Forecast, Business Competition, Planning and Decision Making, Business Performance

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Abstract: This literature review is aimed at providing deeper insights into how the state of SMEs internationalisation proceeds overtime as well as what propels them to pursue internationalisation. Also, the synthetic study format which involves crucial review of various arguments from different researchers will be employed. This paper will begin by discussing how SMEs expand. The factors, motives and strategies that drive internationalisation of SMEs will be evaluated. Theoretical frameworks of SMEs internationalisation will be critically reviewed and the linkages between Scholar's assertions about theoretical frameworks and the business strategy of firms will be discussed..........

Keywords: SMES, Internationalisation, Localisation, Theoretical, Strategy

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Abstract: Recent changes in technology informed by the advent of the 21st century technological advancement has drastically transformed the face of accounting in recent time from its analogue nature to a digitalized package. These advancements has modernized accounting systems and packages and have created room for accounting tasks to be performed in a more easier, faster and efficient manner. By the virtue of these technological advancements, the concept of cloud computing and accounting was discussed, examining the
perception of corporate stakeholders on the use of thisconcept as an accounting system for corporate firms in a developing economy............

Keywords: Cloud computing, Cloud Accounting, Information System, Traditional Accounting System, Corporate Stakeholders

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Abstract: This study on Influence of Corporate Social Responsibility Interventions (CSRI‟s) On Financial Performance of Sugar Western Kenya‟ was a survey of sugar companies in Western Kenya. The study was guided by the following research question: - i) What is the influence of Corporate Social Responsibility Interventions (CSRI) on financial performance of Sugar companies in Kenya. Cross sectional survey design was adopted to investigate a sample of 156 senior staff of Mumias, Chemelil and Sony Sugar companies...........

Keywords: Corporate, Social responsibility, Interventions, Performance, Western Kenya

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Abstract: Some libraries would die a natural death if not working towards differentiation strategy to achieve competitive advantage. Differentiation strategy is one of Michael Eugene Porter's business management strategies, he formulated after observing that organisations, nations, states and regions can survive in business competition by either lowering the cost, differentiate products and service or focusing on a certain segment. This article focuses on the differentiation strategy and how libraries can embrace it to gain competitive advantage. Without strategising, libraries will lose their market share in this competitive and turbulent environment...........

Keywords: differentiation strategy, competitive advantage, libraries, Information and Communication technology (ICT), re-branding, Michael Porter's generic strategies.

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Abstract: Agriculture constitutes the backbone of the Indian Economy since times immemorial. It provides employment to as many as 54.6 percent of Indian population besides supplying food to all creatures and raw materials to all industries. Table 1 reveals that in 1950-51 the share of agriculture in GDP was 56.5 percent. As the process of industrialization and economic growth gathered momentum under the Five Year Plans with manufacturing and service sectors growing rapidly and agriculture sector limping along, the share of agriculture in GDP declined and reached a level of 13.9 percent in 2013-14..........

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