IOSR-JBM   Volume-19 ~ Issue-7 ~ July-2017

Abstract: Information is knowledge and power to take any decision within the predefined set of demographic attributes of individuals. Today electronic information gives further aid to kids to gain knowledge on various aspects of life and entertainment. In this way, manufacturers of toy making companies are adopting various types of advertisements to attract kids and to buy the variety of toys from time to time. Another important and most influencing source of information to kids.........

Keywords: Information-Peer Groups-Parent Child Conflict-Imitating Behaviour-Purchase Decision

[1] Batounis-Ronner, C., Hunt, J.B. and Mallalieu, L. (2007). Sibling effects on pre teen children's perceived influence in purchase decisions. Journal of Young Consumers 8(4) 231-243.
[2] Beyda Tania Tisser, (2010).who teaches them to consume: a study of Brazilian youngsters. International Journal of Consumer Studies, 34, 298-305.
[3] Brusdal, R. (2007). If it is good for the child's development then I say yes almost every time: how parents relate to their children's consumption. International Journal of Consumer Studies, 31(4), 391-396.
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Abstract: Relationship lending is regarded as a potentially vital instrument linking interests of borrowers with those of lenders through a screening mechanism that identifies reliable economic agents and selects the good from bad borrowers (Brown and Zehnder, 2006). Therefore lending relationship is also the influencing factor to the credit payment performance.The current study focus on the impact of lending relationship on the credit repayment performance in MSME. The registered 474 MSME owners of virudhunagar district are selected as the sample for the current study. The result reveals that there is the positive impact of lending relationship on the credit repayment performance.

Keywords: Relationship lending, credit payment performance, MSME owners.

[1]. Awoke, H., (2015), "Determinants of loan repayments: a borrowers centric analysis", International Journal of Commerce and Management, 6(3), pp.24-29.

[2]. Elsas, A. and Krahneu, F., (2010), "Information asymoretines and Repayment Performance in Micro-Credit", International Journal of Finance, 3(2), pp.16-27.

[3]. Fehr, S. and Zehuder, F., (2015), "Impact of Credit Reporting System on Repayment behaviour among the borrowers", African Journal of Bank Marketing, 11(2), pp.96-99

[4]. Godquin, P., (2014), "Role of non-financial services in the determination of repayment performance among the borrowers", Journal of Accounting and Finance, 4(3), pp.86-92

[5]. Jemal, K., (2013), "Repayment Performance among the farmers: An Empital Study in Bangaldesh", Bangaldesh Journal of Banking and Finance, 6(1), pp.41-46..

Abstract: India's SME sector comprises of 30 million units employing nearly 60 million people and producing more than 8000 products. With changing global economic scenario, it is very appropriate to focus on growth that is economically, environmentally and socially sustainable. For competing in the global markets, efforts should be engaged in producing goods/services through lean approaches towards better, cheaper and smarter solutions to the customers. SME's need to explore options to invigorate their existing techno functional expertise and protect their firm's intangible assets...........

Keywords: Intellectual property rights, SME, sustainable growth, innovation management.

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Abstract: Tourism industry is important for economic growth and development globally, as it has contributed 10.2% of the world's GDP in the year 2016 (WTTC report 2016)4. Countries are competing in global tourism industry by creating the tourist destination brand. The aim of the branding activities is to create the brand equity and enjoy the competitive edge over others. The past and existing research literature displays many studies on the concept of brand equity of tourist destination; however; the research works are focused only on four particular dimensions that contributes in brand equity. The dimensions are brand image, brand awareness, perceived service quality and brand loyalty............

Keywords: Brand, brand equity, brand value, tourist and destination

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Abstract: This study explains the relationship between Internal locus of control on intrinsic motivation and employee performance of ceramic companies in East Java. Data were obtained from a sample of 160 level employees at the production department, which consisted of Raw Material, Body Preparation, Drying and Packing. There are three findings. First, the Internal locus of control significantly influence intrinsic motivation, this is indicated by the p value of 0.003. Second, an Internal locus of control has a significant effect on employee performance, this is indicated by the p value of 0,032 and the third intrinsic motivation has an effect on significantly to employee performance this is indicated by the p value equal to 0,047. The result of the research shows that Internal variable of locus of control is not dominant to form performance but must pass first intrinsic motivation owned by employees.

Keywords: Internal locus of control, intrinsic motivation, employee performance.

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Abstract: The Consumer Protection Act was enacted in 1986 to protect the consumers from unfair trade practices. There are certain rights provided to every consumer by the Consumer Protection Act. Every consumer must be aware of the consumer rights and responsibilities. In the present study, an attempt was made to find the awareness levels among the rural consumer. To collect the data, 150 sample respondents were selected from Chevella revenue mandal in Ranga Reddy district of Telangana state.

Keywords: Consumer rights, consumer rights awareness

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Abstract: In recent years, with the evolution of social media platforms, government, non-government, and business organizations have increasingly turned to social media. The emergence of social media platforms has presented NGOs a reasonable mode of communication to initiate and implement social marketing campaigns. Advanced features of social media have outdated the old medium of communication and non-government organizations (NGOs) are adopting social media to improve their performance. The utility of social media platforms has gained importance to invite more supporters on social media platforms to engage with NGOs. Previously, researchers have demonstrated the utility......

Keywords: Engagement, Non-Government Organizations, NGOs, Participation, Social Media, Supporter

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Abstract: This study sought to establish the role of internet connectivity on customer satisfaction in commercial banks in Meru County. Banks depend on sufficient profitability to survive in the global business world. Various studies link profitability to customer satisfaction. In this digital era banks are offering many services on-line and, it is assumed that the internet infrastructure in particular connectivity status is well developed and customers are equipped with the devices with which to access those services. While banks have invested millions in reengineering and the acquisition of core banking systems..............

Keywords: Customer Satisfaction, Internet Connectivity, Commercial Banks, Profitability.

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Abstract: The purpose of this study is to analyze the influence of Leadership, Motivation, Competence, and Commitment to Job Satisfaction and Performance of DPK Perguruan Tinggi Swasta in Kopertis Region IX Sulawesi in South Sulawesi Province. This research uses survey method with data collection cross section through questionnaire. This research was conducted on 20 PTS in South Sulawesi Province with total population of 460 lecturers dpk, with sample determination as much as 214 respondents using Slovin formula. The results of the questionnaire data were analyzed.............

Keywords: Leadership, motivation, competence, commitment, satisfaction of faculty performance DPK PT S in South Sulawesi

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Abstract: Tourism sector is progressing all over the world. India is a country blessed with natural beauty and cultural heritage. A large number of foreign people visit India every year to explore its beauty and culture. Although it is famous worldwide for its tourism but India lags behind other Asian countries in terms of tourism. In this paper we discuss about the drawbacks of Indian tourism and solution for improving the tourism of the country so that maximum foreign earning can be done through it.

Keywords: Tourism, Religious, Heritage, Medical.

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Abstract: The purpose of this activity is to formulate a proper and proportional allocation of budget allocation for all Local Government Work Units (LGWU/SKPD) in implementing the implementation of Regional Government. Thus the formulation can be used as a guide for Polewali Mandar Regency Government in determining budget allocation for work unit, so that the principle of efficiency, transparency, and accountability of budget usage can be realized. The research methodology uses the Input-Outpu and Social Accunting Maatrix (SAM) model that can clarify the distribution of budget allocations according to the functions and variables owned by each LGWU/SKPD.........................

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Abstract: The purpose of this study was to establish the organizational factors influencing human resource development in commercial banks in Nakuru town. The objectives of the study were to assess the influence of organizational policies on human resource development and to establish the influence of career progression on human resource development in commercial banks in Nakuru County. The study was guided by the Herzberg two factor theories, the Maslow's hierarchy of needs' theory and systems theory of human resource development. The study was based on a descriptive survey design. The target population consisted of all employees from 38 branches of commercial banks.............

Keywords: Organizational policies, Opportunities for career progression, Human Resource Development

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