In the Space between Employees and Clients: The Impact of Organizational Context on a Refugee Program in Sierra Leone

Refuge ◽

10.25071/1920-7336.21395 ◽

2008 ◽

pp. 35-43 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Lakshmi Ramarajan

Keyword(s):

Sierra Leone ◽

Organizational Context ◽

Humanitarian Aid ◽

Organizational Factors ◽

Organizational Characteristics ◽

Program Outcomes ◽

Internally Displaced ◽

Study Approach ◽

The Impact

This paper uses a case-study approach to describe how organizational characteristics may influence program outcomes in humanitarian aid situations. Organizational structure and human resource management are discussed as organizational factors that influence the vulnerabilities of clients and employees. Interview and archival data from a program on reintegrating refugee and internally displaced women and girl survivors of sexual violence in Sierra Leone and observations based on the author’s experience with the organization provides a relevant basis for isolating the firm as an important context within which refugee programs are embedded.

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Prinsip Kearifan Lokal dalam Pengembangan Strategi Kehumasan pada Pemerintah Daerah Kabupaten Bandung

Communicatus: Jurnal Ilmu komunikasi ◽

10.15575/cjik.v4i2.10566 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 4 (2) ◽

pp. 229-248

Author(s):

Betty Tresnawaty

Keyword(s):

Public Relations ◽

Local Knowledge ◽

Case Study Approach ◽

West Java ◽

Study Approach ◽

Positive Image ◽

The Government ◽

The Impact ◽

Public Relations Strategy

Public Relations of the Bandung Regency Government realizes that its area has a lot of potential for various local wisdom and has a heterogeneous society. This study aims to explore and analyze the values of local knowledge in developing public relations strategies in the government of Bandung Regency, West Java province. This study uses a constructivist interpretive (subjective) paradigm through a case study approach. The results showed that the Bandung Regency Government runs its government based on local wisdom. Bandung Regency Public Relations utilizes local insight and the region's potential to develop a public relations strategy to build and maintain a positive image of Bandung Regency. The impact of this research is expected to become a source of new scientific references in the development of public relations strategies in every region of Indonesia, which is very rich with various philosophies.Humas Pemerintah Kabupaten Bandung menyadari wilayahnya memiliki banyak potensi kearifan lokal yang beragam, serta memiliki masyarakatnya yang heterogen. Penelitian ini bertujuan menggali dan menganalisis nilai-nilai kearifan lokal dalam pengembangan strategi kehumasan di pemerintahan Kabupaten Bandung provinsi Jawa Barat. Penelitian ini menggunakan paradigma interpretif (subjektif) konstruktivis melalui pendekatan studi kasus. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Pemerintah Kabupaten (Pemkab) Bandung menjalankan pemerintahannya berlandaskan pada kearifal lokal. Humas Pemkab Bandung memanfaatkan kearifan lokal dan potensi wilayahnya untuk mengembangkan strategi humas dalam membangun dan mempertahankan citra positif Kabupaten Bandung.Dampak penelitian ini diharapkan menjadi sumber rujukan ilmiah baru dalam pengembangan strategi kehumasan di setiap daerah Indonesia yang sangat kaya dengan beragam filosofi.

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“You would expect the successful person to be the man”

International Journal of Gender and Entrepreneurship ◽

10.1108/ijge-03-2013-0025 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 7 (3) ◽

pp. 303-320 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

Sally Jones

Keyword(s):

Teaching And Learning ◽

Entrepreneurship Education ◽

Education Institution ◽

Symbolic Violence ◽

Cultural Norms ◽

Content Type ◽

Study Approach ◽

Multiple Method ◽

The Impact

Purpose – This paper aims to to explore power and legitimacy in the entrepreneurship education classroom by using Pierre Bourdieu’s sociological and educational theories. It highlights the pedagogic authority invested in educators and how this may be influenced by their assumptions about the nature of entrepreneurship. It questions the role of educators as disinterested experts, exploring how power and gendered legitimacy “play out” in staff–student relationships and female students’ responses to this. Design/methodology/approach – A multiple-method, qualitative case study approach is taken, concentrating on a depth of focus in one UK’s higher education institution (HEI) and on the experiences, attitudes and classroom practices of staff and students in that institution. The interviews, with an educator and two students, represent a self-contained story within the more complex story of the case study. Findings – The interviewees’ conceptualization of entrepreneurship is underpinned by acceptance of gendered norms, and both students and staff misrecognize the masculinization of entrepreneurship discourses that they encounter as natural and unquestionable. This increases our understanding of symbolic violence as a theoretical construct that can have real-world consequences. Originality/value – The paper makes a number of theoretical and empirical contributions. It addresses an important gap in the literature, as educators and the impact of their attitudes and perceptions on teaching and learning are rarely subjects of inquiry. It also addresses gaps and silences in understandings of the gendered implications of HE entrepreneurship education more generally and how students respond to the institutional arbitration of wider cultural norms surrounding entrepreneurship. In doing so, it challenges assertions that Bourdieu’s theories are too abstract to have any empirical value, by bridging the gap between symbolic violence as a theory and its manifestation in teaching and learning practices.

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Stakeholders’ perceptions and reputational antecedents

Journal of Advances in Management Research ◽

10.1108/jamr-08-2014-0050 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 12 (3) ◽

pp. 314-329 ◽

Cited By ~ 8

Author(s):

S. M. Riad Shams

Keyword(s):

Relationship Marketing ◽

Design Methodology ◽

Target Market ◽

Brand Positioning ◽

Case Study Approach ◽

Content Type ◽

Stakeholder Relationships ◽

Study Approach ◽

The Impact

Purpose – It is recognised that reputation is a relational construct; however the impact of stakeholders’ various relational dimensions on their perceptions to influence reputation is not widely understood. The purpose of this paper is to add to the current understanding of stakeholders’ relationships, interactions, their subsequent relational dimensions and its impact on stakeholders’ perceptions to further influence relational reputation. Design/methodology/approach – This paper takes a case study approach. Findings – The findings of this study recognise the impact of relationship marketing (RM) on the influence of stakeholders’ perceptions. It discusses how RM substantiate the pertinent authenticity (symbolises reputation), relevance and differentiation (represent brand positioning) of an organisation’s profile and/or their market offerings, in relation to the interest of the target market through the cause and consequence of stakeholder relationships and interactions to influence their perceptions. The findings acknowledge 11 RM dimensions that have relational implications to nurture stakeholders’ perceptions and subsequent relational reputation, which appear viable across industries and markets. Originality/value – Underlying the cause and consequence of stakeholder relationships and interactions; these 11 RM dimensions emerge as antecedents to form/reform relational reputation. Further academic and professional implications of the findings are briefly discussed.

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Ascertaining the effectiveness of Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) in tackling corruptions in Nigeria

Journal of Financial Crime ◽

10.1108/jfc-01-2017-0003 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 25 (3) ◽

pp. 658-668 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Ibrahim Umar ◽

Rose Shamsiah Samsudin ◽

Mudzamir bn Mohamed

Keyword(s):

Poor Performance ◽

Organizational Factors ◽

Content Type ◽

Study Approach ◽

Documentary Analysis ◽

Current State ◽

Financial Crimes ◽

Lack Of Commitment ◽

Depth Interviews

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to appraise the Nigerian Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) of their role in tackling systemic corruptions and to associate how institutional and organizational factors influence the performance of the EFCC. Design/methodology/approach Data were gathered through in-depth interviews, non-participatory observations and documentary analysis. Findings The results of the integrative analysis show that the EFCC has apparently been ineffective, and further improvization of the organization is needed. Poor performance of the EFCC was associated with factors such as lack of commitment, inefficient judiciary, insufficient budgets and incompetent personnel. Practical implications This study recommends further improvements in the form of a greater political will, improved legal process and also elevated budgetary funds and recruitment of personnel to the EFCC. Originality/value The study adopted a descriptive, qualitative case study approach to describe the current state of the EFCC in Nigeria.

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Overcoming the Challenges of Experimental Research: Lessons From a Criminal Justice Case Study Involving TASER Exposure

Evaluation Review ◽

10.1177/0193841x18803205 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 42 (3) ◽

pp. 358-385 ◽

Cited By ~ 1

Author(s):

Natalie Todak ◽

Michael D. White ◽

Lisa M. Dario ◽

Andrea R. Borrego

Keyword(s):

Criminal Justice ◽

Large Scale ◽

Human Subjects ◽

Controlled Trial ◽

Human Subjects Research ◽

Case Study Approach ◽

Study Approach ◽

Randomized Controlled ◽

The Impact

Objective: To provide guidance to criminologists for conducting experiments in light of two common discouraging factors: the belief that they are overly time-consuming and the belief that they can compromise the ethical principles of human subjects’ research. Method: A case study approach is used, based on a large-scale randomized controlled trial experiment in which we exposed participants to a 5-s TASER shock, to describe how the authors overcame ethical, methodological, and logistical difficulties. Results: We derive four pieces of advice from our experiences carrying out this experimental trial: (1) know your limitations, (2) employ pilot testing, (3) remain flexible and patient, and (4) “hold the line” to maintain the integrity of the research and the safety of human subjects. Conclusions: Criminologists have an obligation to provide the best possible evidence regarding the impact and consequences of criminal justice practices and programs. Experiments, considered by many to be the gold standard of empirical research methodologies, should be used whenever possible in order to fulfill this obligation.

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Exploring the Human Capital Development Dimensions of Chinese Investments in Africa: Opportunities, Implications and Directions for Further Research

Journal of Asian and African Studies ◽

10.1177/0021909618801381 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 54 (2) ◽

pp. 189-210 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Motolani Agbebi

Keyword(s):

Human Capital ◽

Three Dimensions ◽

Human Capital Development ◽

Study Approach ◽

Working Hypothesis ◽

Research Areas ◽

Economic Engagement ◽

Capital Development ◽

The Impact

This article uses a case-study approach to discuss the effects of Chinese economic engagement on three dimensions of human capital development: local employment, training and skill building, and knowledge and technology transfer. The study findings suggests that Chinese economic engagement can and does contribute to human capital development in Africa; however, this is dependent on certain sectoral factors and contextual conditions. This study advances a working hypothesis that the human capital development impact of Chinese economic engagement will vary across countries and sectors of the African economy. This working hypothesis seeks to guide further research towards developing a theoretical framework for the study of Chinese economic engagement in Africa and its effects on human capital development. The article also identifies research areas that should be further explored in order to gain a deeper understanding of the impact of Chinese economic engagement in Africa.

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Promoting Positive Mental Health in International Postgraduate Law Students at a Time of Global Uncertainty: A Case Study from qLegal at Queen Mary, University of London

International Journal of Public Legal Education ◽

10.19164/ijple.v4i2.1134 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 4 (2) ◽

pp. 107-134

Author(s):

Emily Wapples

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Law Students ◽

Online Delivery ◽

Student Mental Health ◽

Study Approach ◽

The Uk ◽

Academic Consequences ◽

Global Uncertainty ◽

The Impact

Law student mental health and wellbeing was already a growing concern in the UK prior to COVID-19, but when the pandemic occurred, widespread uncertainty placed an unprecedented level of mental health burden on students. Law students were faced with dashed hopes, uncertain futures and the fear of negative academic consequences. This burden was exacerbated in respect of postgraduate international students in London, who were often also forced to decide whether to return home to their families, or to continue their studies abroad, albeit online. This paper uses a case study approach to discuss how one provider of postgraduate clinical legal education (CLE), approached the promotion of positive student mental health both before, and in response to, the pandemic. qLegal at Queen Mary, University of London provides CLE to postgraduates studying for a one year law masters, and in 2019-2020, qLegal delivered CLE to 134 students from 27 countries. The impact that the pandemic had on the mental health of international postgraduate law students was therefore witnessed first-hand. This paper discusses the challenges faced, and concerns raised by international postgraduate law students at qLegal as a result of the pandemic. It examines the steps taken by qLegal to maximise student engagement and promote positive student mental health when rapidly switching to a model of online delivery. The paper concludes by outlining the steps qLegal will take to monitor and address the impact that online delivery in this period of global uncertainty has on the mental health of the next cohort of postgraduate CLE students.

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Should knowledge management in organizations be rebranded?

VINE Journal of Information and Knowledge Management Systems ◽

10.1108/vjikms-09-2021-0193 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽

Author(s):

Maayan Nakash ◽

Dan Bouhnik

Keyword(s):

Knowledge Management ◽

Organizational Context ◽

Theory Approach ◽

Content Type ◽

Study Approach ◽

Qualitative Research Methodology ◽

Knowledge Intensive ◽

Strategic Perspective ◽

First Time

Purpose This study aims to examine the relevance of the term “knowledge management” (KM) in the organizational context, and deliberates whether there is a need for rebranding of this field. It also enriches the understanding regarding the appropriateness of the term “KM,” which was chosen to represent the discipline. Design/methodology/approach This study adopted a qualitative research methodology, and a case study approach was followed by conducting 19 semi-structured in-depth interviews with international KM experts working in a global consulting firm. The data were analyzed using a thematic analysis method based on the grounded theory approach. Findings The findings provide empirical evidence that attempts are being made to move away from the label “KM” in certain knowledge-intensive organizations. This study sheds light on the challenges associated with this term, which leads some to believe that the name of the discipline needs to change. Originality/value The present pioneering research contributes to empirical knowledge through investigation of an unexplored scientific field. To the best of the authors’ knowledge, for the first time, its uniqueness can be established by the fact that the opinions of KM professionals are being heard regarding the “KM” label, as well as the need for a rebranding of this discipline in the organizational context. From a practical and strategic perspective, this study suggests that the research community and practitioners pay attention to attempts to shift away from the existing title identified in organizational practice.

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Measuring the Effectiveness of Training to Improve Electronic Information Literacy

Using Community Informatics to Transform Regions ◽

10.4018/978-1-59140-132-2.ch012 ◽

2004 ◽

pp. 178-191

Author(s):

Nicole Fahey ◽

Wal Taylor

Keyword(s):

Information Literacy ◽

Low Cost ◽

Government Agency ◽

Basic Requirement ◽

Electronic Information ◽

Study Approach ◽

Key Issues in the Implementation of Electronic Customer Relationship Management in the Australian Hospitality and Tourism Sector

Global Hospitality and Tourism Management Technologies ◽

10.4018/978-1-61350-041-5.ch003 ◽

2012 ◽

pp. 27-51

Author(s):

Chad Lin

Keyword(s):

Risk Factors ◽

Customer Relationship Management ◽

Relationship Management ◽

Customer Relationship ◽

Study Approach ◽

Tourism Sector ◽

Key Issues ◽

Hospitality And Tourism ◽

The Impact

The hospitality and tourism sector is one of fastest growing sectors in Australia and in the world. In order to become more efficient and effective in delivering products and services to customers via the use of ICT, hospitality and tourism organizations have to rethink the ways in which they build relationships with their customers by initiating electronic customer relationship management (eCRM) projects. Inappropriate eCRM decision-making and implementation can result in multi-million dollar losses, which can translate into a loss of competitiveness. Therefore, the case study approach was conducted to: (1) identify potential ICT costs and risk factors involved in eCRM initiatives in general; and (2) identify and examine key issues in the implementation of eCRM in the Australian hospitality and tourism sector. The contribution of this book chapter is two-fold. First, it offers hospitality and tourism executives with a more realistic insight about the impact of their eCRM investments on their business. Second, potential key issues, costs and risk factors associated with eCRM implementation are presented to assist these organizations in dealing with these challenges.

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