scholarly journals Investigating the Influence of Shareholder Mechanisms on the Perceived Performance of Listed Firms in Nigeria

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 79-89
Author(s):  
Mohammed Nuhu ◽  
Halilu Bello Rogo ◽  
Mohammed Umar Danladi
Keyword(s):  
Firm Performance ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Current Debate ◽  
Business Practices ◽  
Listed Firms ◽  
Perceived Performance ◽  
Transparency And Accountability

The current debate on the issues of shareholder rights to firm performance has grown as a topic of research both in the developed and emerging economy. There is serious concern regarding the effectiveness of the board transparency and accountability, company image and the rights of the shareholders in recent times. This paper investigated the influence of shareholders mechanisms on the perceived performance of listed firms in Nigeria. The study is guided byagency theory and supported by the stewardship theory. The questionnaire was used as an instrument for data collection. 247 questionnaires were administered with 117 duly completed and returned. Hence, the number of completed valid questionnairesis 114. However, data were analysed using Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). Empirical findings showed that board transparency/accountability and shareholder right were significantly and positively related to perceived firm performance. Whilethe company image did not show any significant link to perceived firm performance.Hence, based on the researches knowledge, this is the first of its kind to adopt primary data to investigate the influence of shareholders’ rights mechanisms on the perceived performance of listed firms in Nigeria. Therefore, the findings of this study,provide researchers, policymakers, firms, stakeholders, and the agencies of the government with a better picture of the transparency and accountability and the right of the shareholder. The study recommends that listed firms in Nigeria should adhere to professional ethics and best business practices such as financial prudence and accountability to their board of directors.

scholarly journals Empirical Study of the Relationship between Board of Director Mechanisms and Perceived Performance of Listed Firms in Nigeria

2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 159-178 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammed Nuhu ◽  
Suleiman Muhammad Hussani
Keyword(s):  
Firm Performance ◽  
Empirical Study ◽  
Resource Dependence ◽  
Resource Dependence Theory ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Listed Firms ◽  
Board Of Director ◽  
Perceived Performance ◽  
The Relationship

Purpose: The growing debate on the board of director mechanisms to firm performance will for a long time remain area of research. The effectiveness of the board of director composition, responsibility, and accountability have become an area of research in the recent trend. This paper attempts to investigate the empirical study of the relationship between the board of director mechanisms and perceived performance of listed firms in Nigeria. The underpinning theory of the paper is rooted in agency theory and supported by resource dependence theory, and stewardship theory to increase the understanding of the influence of the board of director formation to perceived firm performance. The questionnaires were administered to the respondents, out of 182 questionnaires administered, 117 were returned. The number of valid questionnaires is 114. The data were analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). Empirical findings showed that board of director composition and accountability were positively associated with perceived firm performance. While the board of director responsibility has no relationship. Based on the knowledge of this paper, this is the first study that adopts the use of primary data to investigate the empirical study of the relationship between the board of director mechanisms and perceived performance of listed firms in Nigeria. The findings provide policymakers, stakeholders, and government with the approaches to overcome and resolved the conflict of interest between the board of director (agent) and shareholder (principal). The paper also offers some suggestions for future study.

A Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling: Prestige Perception in Tourism

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Murat Kayak
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation Modeling ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Destination Brand ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Intention To Revisit ◽  
Brand Prestige

This study aims to investigate destination brand prestige, and to explore the mediating effects of destination brand worldness between destination brand prestige and intention to revisit. Research is designed to collect primary data from the Taiwanese tourists. Partial least squares structural equation modeling is used to test the effects. The research model is appropriately implemented in Smart PLS 3 and a full mediation has existed through the empirical findings. The study shows how destination brand worldness mediates the relationship between destination brand prestige and intention to revisit.

Analysis of Natural Resources and Environment, Politico-Economic Conditions and their influences on Tourist Behavioural Intentions in Hunza: Mediating effect of Tourist Satisfaction

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 55-74
Author(s):  
Faqeer Muhammad ◽  
Kifayat Ullah ◽  
Rehmat Karim
Keyword(s):  
Natural Resources ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Positive Impact ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Mediating Effect ◽  
Economic Conditions ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Tourist Satisfaction

This study aims to explore the influence of Natural Resources and Environment (NRE), Politico-Economic Conditions (PEC) on Tourist Behavioral Intension (TBI) in Hunza, Pakistan. The study further investigates the mediating role of Tourist Satisfaction (TS) on the given variables. Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) technique has been applied to conceptualize the research frame and to test the proposed hypotheses. Primary data was collected by using convenient sampling technique for analysis from 220 tourists who visited tourism nucleus sites of Hunza. The finding of the study reveals that Natural resources and Environment, Politico-and Economic Conditions have a significant positive impact on Tourist’s Behavioral Intensions. Moreover, Tourist’s Satisfaction partially mediates the positive relationships among Natural Resources and Environment, Political & Economic Conditions and Tourist’s Behavioral Intensions. The findings of the study extend the understanding that presence of natural resources along with healthy environment and stable political & economic conditions of a destination are the key determinants for sustainable tourism development.

m-Learning Management System use during Covid-19

2021 ◽  
pp. 026666692110354
Author(s):  
Akhmad Habibi ◽  
Mohd Faiz Mohd Yaakob ◽  
Ahmad Samed Al-Adwan
Keyword(s):  
Distance Education ◽  
Technology Acceptance ◽  
Management System ◽  
Learning Management System ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Perceived Usefulness ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Learning Management

The current study examined factors affecting higher education students’ use of a mobile-based Learning Management System (m-LMS) for distance education during the Corona Virus Disease 2019 (Covid-19). A survey instrument based on the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) and the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) was established and validated. The primary data were gathered from 1032 responses. The data were computed in SmartPLS 3.2. Partial Least Square Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) procedures were conducted to assess the measurement and structural models. The proposed model is valid and reliable. Findings of the study show that relationships emerge in seven out of ten hypotheses. The strongest relationship is between Perceived Usefulness and Attitude while the weakest exists between Perceived Ease of Use and Attitude. This study emphasizes awareness about the use of m-LMS in education, especially during distance education due to pandemics like Covid-19. The model is expected to provide a useful base for future academicians interested in conducting similar topics of research.

scholarly journals PENGARUH PROFESIONALISME DAN KOMPETENSI PENGAWASAN INTERNAL TERHADAP KUALITAS AUDIT PADA INSPEKTORAT PROVINSI BANTEN

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 142-154
Author(s):  
Ulvia Fadilah ◽  
Eka Mahmudin S
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation ◽  
Audit Quality ◽  
Sem Analysis ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Provincial Government ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Research Questions ◽  
Internal Supervision

This study aimed to examine the effect of professionalism and competence of internal supervision on audit quality at the Banten Provincial Government Inspectorate. This research developed a theoretical framework as a basis for hypotheses, to answer research questions consisting of how professionalism influences audit quality, and how competence influences audit quality. The samples of this study were 83 Government Internal Examiners (APIP) at the Inspectorate of Banten Province. This research used census method. The data used are primary data collected through questionnaires. Data analysis method to test hypotheses was Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) analysis using Partial Least Square (PLS). The results of this study indicate that: (1) professionalism hada positive and significant effect on audit quality, and (2) Competence had a positive and significant effect on audit quality.

scholarly journals Analisis Pengaruh Faktor-Faktor Literasi Keuangan Terhadap Keputusan Berinvestasi Pada Asuransi Jiwa di Kota Palembang

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 798-812
Author(s):  
Resa Novita ◽  
Isni Andriana ◽  
Kemas M Husni Thamrin
Keyword(s):  
Life Insurance ◽  
Financial Literacy ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Investment Decisions ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
And Gender

The purpose of this research is to analyze the effect perceptions about financial literacy factors against the investment decisions on life insurance in Palembang. The population in this study is the owner of life insurance in Palembang, the sampling in this study is using the Purposive Sampling method with 50 respondents as samples. The type of research used is quantitative research with primary data sources obtained from distributing questionnaires to respondents. The data analysis technique in this research are descriptive and inferential statistical analysis using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) with smartPLS (Partial Least Square) 3.0 software. The results showed that the perception of age and gender has no significant effect against the investment decisions on life insurance in Palembang, meanwhile the perception of education level and income have a significant effect against the investment decisions on life insurance in Palembang. Keywords: Age, Gender, Level of Education, Income, Investment Decisions

Examining the influence of business environment on socio-economic performance of informal microenterprises

2015 ◽  
Vol 35 (3/4) ◽  
pp. 273-288 ◽  
Author(s):  
Eijaz Ahmed Khan ◽  
Mohammed Quaddus
Keyword(s):  
Firm Performance ◽  
Field Study ◽  
Economic Performance ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Business Environment ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Business Practices ◽  
Mixed Method Research ◽  
Content Type

Purpose – This study realize that the relationships between business environment and firm performance in context of small- and medium-sized enterprises and large organizations is well understood and focused, but less research has been done on microenterprises, especially in informal sector. The purpose of this paper is to examine these relationships. Design/methodology/approach – A mixed method research design was used. In the field study, data were obtained from 14 participants via one-to-one personal interview. Content analysis was applied to extract, classify, and cross-examine of the data. In the quantitative approach, questionnaire was developed and data were collected from 438 informal microenterprises (IMs) owners. The data were analysed using the partial least square structural equation modelling. Findings – Results from this field study and survey recognized these relationships and vibrates well with the existing literature and establish the hypothesis. Practical implications – In order to create more favourable environment and ensure the performance, the policy makers, professional bodies could formulate decent requirements for IMs to have a code of business practices and socio-economic performance. Originality/value – This study provides a first step towards business environment and firm performance in context IMs and makes several contributions to the literature.

scholarly journals Is Vulnerability Factors Discourages Women-Empowerment? The moderating role of Environmental, Health, Economic and Political Vulnerability between Microfinance Institutions and Women-Empowerment

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Waseem Ul Hameed
Keyword(s):  
Developing Countries ◽  
Developed Countries ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Women Empowerment ◽  
Vulnerability Factors ◽  
Women Health

Abstract Background Women-empowerment is still a problematic area in most of the developing countries including Pakistan. The women contribution is limited and not well acknowledged in various developing countries. As the women contribution in Pakistani economy is only 25-30% which is quite low as compared to most of the developing as well as developed countries. Various studies addressed the women-empowerment; however, literature is missing to consider the role of various vulnerability factors such as health, environment, economic/social and political. Microfinance institutes are working; however, the result is limited. It is due to the various vulnerability factors which effect negatively on women empowerment and decreases the positive role of microfinance institutes. Therefore, the prime objective of this study is to examine the role of vulnerability factors and microfinance institutes in women-empowerment.Methods Cross-sectional research design was selected, and survey was carried out to collect the data from female clients of microfinance institutes. Primary data were analyzed by using Partial Least Square-Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM).Results Findings of the study revealed that vulnerability factors such as women health, environment, economic/social conditions and political conditions decrease women-empowerment. However, microfinance institutes are most significant to enhance women-empowerment. Services of microfinance institutes such as micro-credit, micro-saving and micro-insurance has significant positive relationship with women-empowerment.Conclusion Various vulnerability factors such as women health vulnerability, environment vulnerability, economic/social vulnerability and political vulnerability should be managed to increase women-empowerment. Microfinance institutes is one of the solutions to handle these vulnerabilities through various services. Therefore, the current study is significant for microfinance institutes, state bank of Pakistan and government of Pakistan while making the strategies to enhance women-empowerment.

scholarly journals Value management implementation barriers for sustainable building: a bibliometric analysis and partial least square structural equation modeling

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ahmed Farouk Kineber ◽  
Idris Othman ◽  
Ayodeji Emmanuel Oke ◽  
Nicholas Chileshe ◽  
Tarek Zayed
Keyword(s):  
Bibliometric Analysis ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Structural Equation Models ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Value Management ◽  
Implementation Barriers ◽  
Content Type

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the relationship between overcoming the value management (VM) implementation barriers and VM implementation in the Egyptian building sector. Design/methodology/approach A critical review of the literature on VM was used to through bibliometric analysis has been conducted to highlight the studies’ gap and establish the VM barriers. These obstacles were then contextually transformed via a semi-structured interview and a pilot study, and subsequently organized in the form of a theoretical model. The primary data was collected from 335 building stakeholders in Egypt through the administration of questionnaire surveys. Consequently, structural equation models of partial least squares were applied to statistically assess the final model of VM barriers. Findings The bibliometric analysis shows that there is an inadequate study on VM implementation barriers in the Egyptian construction industry and insufficient studies on implementing VM in developing countries. Results obtained from the proposed model showed that overcoming the VM barriers has a major connection with successful VM implementation. This is indicated with the value of ß = 0.743, which is necessary when the firm is overcoming 1 unit of VM barriers. Originality/value This study fills the knowledge gap by identifying and emphasizing the critical obstacles to VM implementation.

scholarly journals Pengaruh Insentif dan Budaya Organisasi terhadap Komitmen Organisasi

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 587
Author(s):  
Cynthia Dewi ◽  
Joyce Angelique Turangan
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Structural Equation Modeling ◽  
Organizational Commitment ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Positive Influence ◽  
Research Data ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Primary Data ◽  
Equation Modeling

In this study there are 3 variables used, namely incentives, organizational culture, and organizational commitment. X1 = incentives, X2 = organizational culture, and Y = organizational commitment. Incentives in the form of rewards, awards or benefits provided to employees for their hard work given to the company, so that indirectly foster their loyalty to the company. While organizational culture is a belief in the values that are embraced, and trusted, which values are the guidelines for every employee of the organization in carrying out organizational activities. And for organizational commitment is where employees in this organization want to remain part of the organization's members and want to do anything to remain in the organization. the purpose of this study was to determine the effect of incentives and culture on organizational commitment. The data used in this study are primary data. and this research data is processed using PLS-SEM (Partial Least Square - Structural Equation Modeling). The choice of using PLS-SEM is because the sample used in the study was relatively small, namely 26 people. Which is because the population used in this study is small. The population consists of employees of PT. Rizky Indah Makmur. From the results of this study, the fact is that there is a positive influence between the incentives and organizational culture on organizational commitment.Pada penelitian ini terdapat 3 variabel yang digunakan yaitu insentif, budaya organisasi, dan komitmen organisasi. X1= insentif, X2= budaya organsisi, dan Y= komitmen organisasi. Insentif adalah berupa imbalan, penghargaan atau tunjangan yang diberikan kepada karyawan atas kerja keras mereka yang mereka berikan kepada perusahaan, agar mereka secara tidak langsung menumbuhkan loyalitas mereka kepada karyawan. Sedangkan budaya organisasi adalah kepercayaan yang dianut akan nilai-nilai yang dipercayai, yang mana nilainilai tersebut sebagai pedoman setiap karyawan organisasi dalam menjalankan kegiatan organisasi. Dan untuk komitmen organisasi adalah situasi dimana karyawan pada organisasi tersebut ingin tetap menjadi bagian dari anggota organisasi tersebut dan ingin melakukan apa pun agar tetap berada di dalam organisasi tersebut. Penelitian ini dilakukan dengan tujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh insentif dan budaya organisasi terhadap komitmen organisasi. Data yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini merupakan data yang bersifat data primer. Yang mana data penelitian ini diolah menggunakan PLS-SEM (Partial Least Square - Structural Equation Modeling). Pemilihan penggunaan PLS-SEM dikarenakan sample yang digunakan dalam penelitian relatif kecil, yaitu 26 orang. Yang mana hal tersebut disebabkan karena populasi yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini kecil. Populasi tersebut terdiri dari karyawan-karyawan PT. Rizky Indah Makmur Dari hasil penelitian ini didapatkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh positif antara indentif dan budaya organisasi terhadap komitmen organisasi.

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