scholarly journals Implications of the Model EFQM as a Strategic Management Tool in Practice: A Case of Slovak Tourism Sector

2019 ◽  
Vol 10 (18) ◽  
pp. 47-62 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ján Dobrovič ◽  
Ľubomír Kmeco ◽  
Peter Gallo ◽  
Peter Gallo, jr.
Keyword(s):  
Strategic Management ◽  
Statistical Methods ◽  
Business Performance ◽  
Management Tool ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Comprehensive Management ◽  
Efqm Model ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Proportion Method ◽  
Tourism Enterprises

The article focuses on the use of a strategic management tool, especially the EFQM model. The EFQM Excellence Model is a comprehensive management tool used to assess and improve business performance. In this article we focused on the use of this model in tourism enterprises in Slovakia. The main goal of the paper was to carry out research on the use of this model and to identify barriers that prevent the use of this model in managing and increasing the performance of businesses active in tourism. The research was based on formulated hypotheses, which we verified using statistical methods. As suitable statistical methods to verify hypotheses we chose the population proportion method and the Chi-square test of independence. The hypotheses were formulated on the basis of the available literature, published articles and research carried out so far. We also described the reasons that prevent the use of the EFQM model and analyzed the relevant context using a standard deviation. The aim of our paper was to find out the current state of use of the mentioned model and to present the model as a suitable tool for increasing the performance of businesses not only in the field of tourism.

scholarly journals Strategic Management from the Perspective of SMEs Operating in Service Sector

2021 ◽  
Vol 25 (2) ◽  
pp. 37-53
Author(s):  
Tibor Zsigmond ◽  
Renáta Machová ◽  
Annamária Zsigmondová
Keyword(s):  
Strategic Management ◽  
Service Sector ◽  
Success Factors ◽  
Success Factor ◽  
Research Activity ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Key Success Factor

Purpose: Providing high quality services is a basis for long-term competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises. Recognizing the success factors of transformation and strategic management is an issue that has been frequently addressed in the past two decades. The goal of this article is to evaluate the strategy of small and medium-sized enterprises offering services in tourism and catering. Methodology/Approach: The qualitative analysis was based on 107 completed interviews. Two hypotheses were formulated and an Independence Test was applied. Chi-square Test and Cross Table Analyiss were used which enable to examine the relationship between 2 non-metric variables. The two examined variables related to our Hypothesis 1 were ordinal, and 1 ordinal, 1 nominal in the case of Hypothesis 2. The significance level was p=0.05. Findings: The obtained results show weak relationship between the size of the business and the awareness of the strategy. No relationship can be detected between the size of the business and the evaluation of the key success factor Research Limitation/Implication: The research activity and obtaining research data from SMEs was obstacled by the pandemic situation caused by COVID-19. The research was limited by external circumstances, so the interviews with company representatives could be conducted on online platforms. Originality/Value of paper: The paper examines how successful the SMEs involved in the research are in communicating the values and goals of the company to their employees. It brings important findings in the field of stretegy management which leads to high quality services in the case of providers.

scholarly journals Identifikasi Kekeliruan Penggunaan Metode Statistika pada Artikel yang Dimuat di Jurnal OJS Unud

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 26
Author(s):  
Ni Luh Putu Suciptawati
Keyword(s):  
Statistical Methods ◽  
Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Multiple Linear Regression Analysis ◽  
Ordinal Scale ◽  
Small Samples ◽  
Research Use ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Inappropriate Use ◽  
Two Samples ◽  
Chi Square Test

Abstract:  The statistical method plays a role in scientific research. Use of appropriate statistical methods in analyzing  data influences research conclusions. Misuse  statistical methods will lead to incorrect conclusions. This study aims to identify the misuse of statistical methods in articles published in the OJS UNUD Journals. We reviewed 97 articles from OJS UNUD Journals published in 2017. This study  found several  misuse statistical methods these included: misuse multiple linear regression analysis, generalize conclusions based on descriptive statistics, inappropriate use of  ANOVA, misinterpretation of negative correlation values, use of Chi square test for small samples, use of t-test two samples for observations with ordinal scale Keywords: statistical methods, misuse statistical, OJS UNUD Journal

scholarly journals The importance of benchmarking in the innovative activities of tourism enterprises: The case study of LOT SA Polish Airlines

Turyzm ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 39-47
Author(s):  
Beata Gierczak-Korzeniowska
Keyword(s):  
Competitive Analysis ◽  
Business Activity ◽  
Practical Application ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Escape Route ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
The Subject ◽  
Tourism Enterprises ◽  
Inference Methods

The aim of this article is to identify the importance of benchmarking as a source of innovation in the activities of tourism enterprises through the case study of LOT S.A. Polish Airlines. To expand, the objective was to identify the departments within the company which used benchmarking as a stimulus to create a new or improve an existing offer. The subject was an airline belonging to Star Alliance and 27 employees from selected departments. The study used questionnaires and. with managers of selected departments only, open standardized interviews. Statistical inference methods, including a chi-square test, were applied to analyse the data. Although the introduction of benchmarking in the company's structure allows for a quick escape route from a cycle of limitation in the company’s own culture and standard behaviour (and the acquisition of knowledge during the process gives rise to new and innovative ideas) the importance of this method in innovative activities did not result in any practical application. A lack of knowledge about benchmarking was noticeable, and an identification of this method with a simple competitive analysis resulted in failures in business activity as well as a lack of creativity in its application.

scholarly journals A Study of the Level of Satisfaction with the Quality of Educational Services among Students of Nursing-Midwifery in Islamic Azad University of Dezful Based on the Model of European Foundation of Quality Management

2014 ◽  
Vol 44 ◽  
pp. 86-92
Author(s):  
Hagar Roshanaei ◽  
Faranak Omidian ◽  
Ali Akbar Nazari
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Faculty ◽  
Educational Services ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Statistical Population ◽  
Efqm Model ◽  
Level Of Satisfaction ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
European Foundation ◽  
Rank 2

This study aimed to examine level of satisfaction with the quality of educational services among students of nursing-midwifery in Islamic Azad University of Dezful based on EFQM model. Statistical population of this survey consisted of all university students who had spent at least one semester in midwifery-nursing faculty of Islamic Azad university of Dezful. 270 students were selected through random sampling method. A questionnaire was developed by the researcher of current study based on customer-centered orientation of EFQM organizational excellence model. Data was analyzed through descriptive statistics and Chi-Square Test. The results showed that level of satisfaction at the educational services of nursing-midwifery and the affiliated hospitals was low (p = 0.99). Based on Freidman test, level of satisfaction at the accountability of staff was the most important factor, and it had the highest priority (mean rank 2/77). On the other hand, level of satisfaction at post-educational services was the least important, and it had the lowest priority (mean rank 2/30).

scholarly journals The differences in the marketability of organic products in Greece and the Czech Republic

2013 ◽  
Vol 59 (No. 5) ◽  
pp. 219-226 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Zámková ◽  
V. Blašková
Keyword(s):  
Czech Republic ◽  
Statistical Methods ◽  
Questionnaire Survey ◽  
Marketing Research ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
The Czech Republic ◽  
Organic Products ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Sample Testing ◽  
Multiple Sample

The paper is concerned with the marketability of organic products in Greece and the Czech Republic. We use marketing research in the form of a questionnaire survey to get an understanding of the organic-product shopping patterns in both countries. The data collected are then analysed by statistical methods and the differences presented between the marketability of organic products in Greece and the Czech Republic. In comparing the results, a chi-square test is used to test for their independence, further using a simple as well as multiple-sample testing of relative frequencies. Based on the results, there are then presented recommendations to producers and traders of organic products to support the popularity of this group of products and thereby to increase the marketability especially among the younger generation of consumers.  

scholarly journals Review of the Statistical Methods Used in Original Articles Published in Iranian Journal of Public Health from 2015-2019: A Review Article

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sajjad Bahariniya ◽  
Farzan Madadizadeh
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Sample Size ◽  
Statistical Methods ◽  
Study Design ◽  
Statistical Tests ◽  
Response Analysis ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Statistical Population ◽  
Population Type ◽  
Chi Square Test

Background: Nowadays, statistical methods are used frequently in research articles. This review study aimed to determine the statistical methods used in original articles published in Iranian journal of public health (IJPH). Methods: Original articles in the period 2015 to 2019 from volumes 44 to 48 and numbers 1 to 12 were reviewed by a 3-member committee consisting of a statistician and two health researchers. The statistical methods, sample size, study design and population, type of used software were investigated. Multiple response analysis (MRA), Kruskal–Wallis test and Spearman correlation coefficient were used to data analysis. All analyzes were performed in SPSS21 software. Significant level was set at 0.05. Results: Statistical population in most of the articles were related to human samples at the field level (36% and 297 articles). 66.6% (549 articles) had the sample size less than 500 cases. Study design in most of them were analytical observational 56.2% (464 cases). Acceptance period was 115.5 ± 52.27 days. All the mentioned variables had no significant relationship with the acceptance period (P>0.05). Both among the total tests and the articles, the highest rate of use of statistical methods was related to descriptive statistical method (34.4%, 75.8% and 532 articles), also, the highest use of tests was related to chi square test  and t-test( (29%(450 articles)). Conclusion: Study design in most of the articles were analytical, to increase thematic diversity, accepting different articles seems necessary. The statistical tests, which used in most articles, were simple, so accepting articles with advanced statistical methods is recommended.

Values statements

2019 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
pp. 666-689
Author(s):  
Jerry Allison
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Strategic Management ◽  
Strategic Communication ◽  
Multinomial Regression ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
General Hypothesis ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Culture Characteristics ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Values Statements

Purpose This paper aims to examine 611 values statements to determine if values statements contain characteristics of organizational culture as provided by Denison and Mishra (1995). The general hypothesis given is there is a relationship between values statements and culture characteristics. Four testable hypotheses, one for each of Denison and Mishra’s (1995) characteristics, are created and tested. Design/methodology/approach The process in testing the hypotheses had two components. First, a taxonomy of the values statements had to be determined. This involved using natural language characteristics rather than predetermined classes to create a taxonomy based on the language itself. Second, a custom dictionary for each characteristic had to be created based on Neuendorf (2017) to perform content analysis. Once the values statements were coded with a taxonomic classification and with culture characteristics, a Chi-Square test was performed to determine a relationship between the statement type and the cultural characteristic, and then a multinomial regression test was performed to determine strength and direction of the relationships. Findings The tests for all four hypotheses produced significant results in the Chi-Square test. The multinomial regression tests showed primarily that Business statements types often lack adaptability and stakeholder involvement cultural elements. Additionally, Religion statement types are positively related to adaptability and mission. Research limitations/implications This paper creates a taxonomy and supplies the rules for classification. Values statements can now be classified using those rules and the classification used in analysis. Additionally, as values statements span over organizational culture, strategic management and strategic communication, these statements become a focal point for studying multiple topics across these fields. More particularly, finding the negative relationship between the Adaptability characteristic with the Business statement type and the involvement characteristic with the Business statement type may provide a cultural explanation for many mixed result studies on organizational success. Practical implications Organizational culture can be displayed by way of values statements and can potentially affect organizational strategy and organizational communication. Wording is extremely important in creating a values statement, and that statement must clearly reflect the cultural values of the organization. Originality/value First, this paper creates a taxonomy of values statements that is far more complete than anything created before. Second, by examining language, this paper discovers a link between organizational culture, strategic management and strategic communication.

scholarly journals The Impact of Modulation Style Extinguish Negative in Reducing Social Exclusion for the Widows

2018 ◽  
Vol 212 (2) ◽  
pp. 115-160
Author(s):  
Dr. Nadira jameel Hamad
Keyword(s):  
Mental Disorders ◽  
Social Exclusion ◽  
Statistical Methods ◽  
Counseling Program ◽  
Validity And Reliability ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Building Program ◽  
The Impact

        The widows of the  woman  most exposed to stress  and traumatic events, because the  husband represents the force that is based upon the wife in the exercise of her life all this leads to psychological damage affect them a starting point for many mental disorders, so the goal of current research to know the level of social exclusion and building program  and counseling  know the effect of the counseling program in reducing social exclusion, so the researcher used the scale Alttiara 2011 extracted validity and  reliability to him and extracted item discrimination  and statistical methods used by the researcher is testing Mann Whitney and chi square test and T- test samples  for one sample and the use of the bag statistical Spss  well as the researcher has built a  counseling program in a  Modulation style extinguish negative  for Beck consists of 10 sessions for   45 minutes session on women, widows, and the researcher found that the effect of extension of the program to reduce social exclusion among widows and reached a number of recommendations and proposal

Strategic management practices in construction industry; Problems and prospects (A Case of Nigerian Enterprise Anambra State)

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 011-020
Author(s):  
Bldr Chidozie J. Ezenwata
Keyword(s):  
Strategic Management ◽  
Construction Industry ◽  
Research Design ◽  
Construction Management ◽  
Management Practices ◽  
Secondary Data ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Anambra State ◽  
Chi Square Test

This work provides an overview of problems and prospects with the intention to analyze and to evaluate strategic management practices in construction industry. In order to achieve this, relevant studies were examined and reviewed issues on strategic management practices, its problems and prospects in construction industry. Descriptive research design was used in this research. The aim of the research design is the desire to simplify the complex issue of the strategic management practices, its problems and prospects in construction industry in decision making for a better understanding. 261 staff was used to study the population of the construction staff in the case study. The sources of data used for this research are primary and secondary data. The instruments used in collection of the data were structured questionnaire, interview and observation. The descriptive method was used to analyze the data generated for the research. This was supported by tables showing questions, responses, frequency and percentages of Yes or No. The mean scores, correlation, one-way ANOVA and Chi-square test was used in analyzing the data generated for the study. The findings indicate that strategic management practices are highly essential and there is high prospect from the department of strategic management practices in construction industries. Without adequate strategic management practices, construction industries will have problems in design, construction and construction management specifically companies in the case study. Based on the above findings the researcher made recommendations that will help to enhance construction management, promote high prospect in construction industries and to create profitability that will enable the environment specifically companies in the case construction industries.

scholarly journals DOES THE USE OF STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING TECHNIQUES CREATES AND SUSTAINS COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE? SOME EMPIRICAL EVIDENCE

10.26458/1923 ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 61-92 ◽  
Author(s):  
Babajide OYEWO ◽  
Solabomi AJIBOLADE
Keyword(s):  
Strategic Management ◽  
Competitive Advantage ◽  
Manufacturing Sector ◽  
Management Accounting ◽  
Annual Reports ◽  
Chi Square ◽  
Strategic Management Accounting ◽  
Chi Square Test ◽  
Cross Tabulation

This study examined the extent to which the usage of strategic management accounting (SMA) techniques such as customer accounting and competitor accounting can create and sustain competitive advantage, with a focus on the manufacturing sector in Nigeria. Data obtained from the annual reports of fifty-six (56) publicly-quoted companies covering a 10-year period (2008-2017) were analysed using descriptive statistics, cluster analysis, cross tabulation, Chi-square test of association, and discriminant analysis. Whereas the frequency of high-adopters of customer-based and competitor-focused techniques was less than those of low-adopters, the adoption rate of SMA was noted to be generally moderate. Further, the usage of SMA positively and significantly impact competitive advantage. The observation that intense users of SMA were able to consistently outperform competitors at both the industry- and sector- level in the long-term supports the conclusion that to a large extent, SMA usage can both create and sustain competitive advantage. Seeing that it is not the mere adoption of SMA that sustains competitive advantage but its intense usage, organisations seeking strategies to improve their competitiveness may consider the rigorous application of SMA.  

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