scholarly journals Perspectives on Corporate, Social, and Employee Purpose among Investment Bankers: A Qualitative Research Study

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karen Pluess ◽  
Katy Sutcliffe
Keyword(s):  
Financial Stability ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Banking Industry ◽  
Meaningful Work ◽  
Investment Banking ◽  
Qualitative Research Study ◽  
Investment Bankers ◽  
Corporate Social ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Over Time

There are increasing calls to re-establish the role and responsibility of banks towards society to repair trust and enhance financial stability. Through in-depth interviews with senior investment bankers, this study asks what bankers themselves think about the corporate (i.e. the industry’s core business), social (i.e. its moral responsibilities to wider society), and employee (i.e. bankers’ own feelings of purposefulness) purposes of the investment banking industry. Existing research tells us that there are significant reciprocal benefits to organisations, employees, and society at large when the three are aligned. The study’s findings suggest that while there have been important shifts in corporate and social purposes over time, bankers remain sceptical about their banks’ underlying motives and this has resulted in multiple disconnects. Perhaps surprising, the study finds that meaningful work that is also socially focused is something that investment bankers are seeking in some way. These insights should prompt banks to ensure that social purposes reflect and align with their corporate purposes; to move beyond rhetoric and virtue-signalling to action; and to help employees identify their contribution to it all.

Attributes of Memorable Gastro-Tourists’ Experiences

2018 ◽  
Vol 43 (3) ◽  
pp. 327-348 ◽  
Author(s):  
Helena A. Williams ◽  
Jingxue (Jessica) Yuan ◽  
Robert L. Williams
Keyword(s):  
Risk Taking ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Market Segment ◽  
Destination Branding ◽  
Sustainable Tourism Development ◽  
Qualitative Research Study ◽  
Product Service ◽  
Host Relationships ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Collection Methods

Gastro-tourists specifically travel to learn about new cultures through memorable food experiences. They span all ages, ethnicities, and incomes. These tourists plan more trips, stay longer, and spend more discretionary money when they travel. Interactions that include learning about regional foods and kitchen cultures and that foster relationships between the gastro-tourist and the gastro-host are more important to them than fancy amenities. Research that identifies characteristics and attributes of gastro-tourism experiences considered memorable is sparse. This inductive qualitative research study triangulated three data sources and two data collection methods (in-depth interviews and online surveys). Seven attributes linked to memorability are identified: (1) deliberate and incidental gastro-tourists, (2) travel stages, (3) foodie risk-taking, (4) interdependent co-created tourist–host relationships, (5) authenticity, (6) sociability, and (7) emotions. The attributes provide insights into the prevalent shift from product/service-dominant tourism to co-created experiential tourism opportunities and highlight the motivations that drive this emerging gastro-tourism market segment. By uncovering triggering moments that gastro-tourists value and find memorable, this study adds to the knowledge base of sustainable tourism development, destination branding promises, co-creation, and stakeholder theories.

Corporate social responsibility and financial stability: evidence from the Troubled Asset Relief Program

2019 ◽  
Vol 45 (8) ◽  
pp. 1111-1128 ◽  
Author(s):  
Elizabeth Cooper ◽  
Christopher Henderson ◽  
Andrew Kish
Keyword(s):  
Corporate Social Responsibility ◽  
Social Responsibility ◽  
Financial Institutions ◽  
Financial Stability ◽  
Banking Industry ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Troubled Asset Relief Program ◽  
Corporate Social ◽  
Relief Program ◽  
The Impact

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to test the impact of corporate social responsibility (CSR) in the banking industry using Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) as an experimental backdrop. Design/methodology/approach The authors match banks that received TARP with CSR data on publicly available firms. Using this data set, the authors are able to perform both univariate and multivariate analyses to determine the impact of CSR on bank management behavior. Findings The authors find evidence that supports stakeholder theory as applied to a sample of large financial institutions. The authors show that banks increased their CSR involvement and intensity following TARP, evidence that CSR is not merely transitory in nature but structural and an important aspect of firm value. The authors also find that capital ratios increase to a greater degree in banks whose CSR ratings were stronger prior to TARP. Finally, while all banks in the sample repaid Treasury, it took strong CSR banks a longer time to repay than banks with weaker CSR. The authors show how CEO compensation played a role in this relationship. Research limitations/implications The findings are limited to large banks. Practical implications Practically speaking, this study helps to discern the motivations and actions of large financial institutions. This is especially important from a regulator perspective, whose function is to maintain overall national financial stability. Originality/value This is the first study to link TARP and CSR literatures. Overall, there are a limited number of studies on CSR in the banking industry, and this paper adds to this burgeoning area. It is important and valuable to managers and policymakers to understand implications of CSR in the financial sector.

Exploring families' experiences of an organ donation request after brain death

2012 ◽  
Vol 19 (5) ◽  
pp. 654-665 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zahra Sadat Manzari ◽  
Eesa Mohammadi ◽  
Abbas Heydari ◽  
Hamid Reza Aghamohammadian Sharbaf ◽  
Mohammad Jafar Modabber Azizi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Brain Death ◽  
Organ Donation ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Final Decision ◽  
Loved One ◽  
Qualitative Research Study ◽  
Purposeful Sampling ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Death Data

This qualitative research study with a content analysis approach aimed to explore families’ experiences of an organ donation request after brain death. Data were collected through 38 unstructured and in-depth interviews with 14 consenting families and 12 who declined to donate organs. A purposeful sampling process began in October 2009 and ended in October 2010. Data analysis reached 10 categories and two major themes were listed as: 1) serenity in eternal freedom; and 2) resentful grief. The central themes were peace and honor versus doubt and regret. The findings indicated that the families faced with an organ donation request of a brain-dead loved one experienced a lasting effect long after the patient's demise regardless of their decision to donate or refusal to donate. In conclusion, this study highlights the importance of family support and follow-up in an efficient healthcare system aimed at developing trust with the families and providing comfort during and after the final decision.

scholarly journals Banking Competition and Efficiency in Jordan: A Note

2012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Khaldoun Al-Qaisi
Keyword(s):  
Financial Stability ◽  
Banking Sector ◽  
Banking Industry ◽  
Competitive Behavior ◽  
Policy Recommendations ◽  
Competitive Condition ◽  
Research Papers ◽  
Banking Competition ◽  
Structural Test ◽  
Over Time

The financial economics literature contains numerous research papers which examine issues that concern the banking industry. One of these issues is banking competition. Indeed, this issue is important because of its complications to financial stability and the growth of the borrowing firms. The purpose of this paper is to assess the competitive behavior of the Jordanian banking sector during the period ranging from 1999 to 2008 using the non-structural test developed by Panzar and Rosse. In more specific terms, this paper examines the overall competitive condition during the period 1999 – 2008 and how it has evolved over time. Based on the empirical findings, it is expected that a number of policy recommendations may be provided. The objective of these recommendations is to enhance the regulation of the banking sector in Jordan and improve their performance.  

scholarly journals Qualitative Perspectives toward Relational Connection in Pastoral Ministry

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jonathan Young ◽  
Michael Firmin
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Mixed Methods ◽  
Southern Baptist ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Pastoral Ministry ◽  
Church Leaders ◽  
Mixed Methods Study ◽  
Qualitative Research Study ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Relational Connection

We present the results of a phenomenological, qualitative research study in which 13 Southern Baptist (SB) pastors were administered in-depth interviews. The sample was selected from a total of 37 exemplars, identified in the quantitative component of a larger mixed-methods study, regarding the pastors’ perspectives toward relational connection in pastoral ministry. Three themes emerged from the data regarding relational connection in pastoral ministry. First, pastors indicated the need to be intentional about pastoral connection. Second, the pastors stressed the importance of being available to congregants who specifically desire pastoral connection. Finally, the participants related that pastors should give particular attention to connections with lay church leaders.

scholarly journals Analisis Sistem Pengelolaan Barang Milik Daerah Pada Pemerintah Kabupaten Gorontalo

2017 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rukiah Rahman Ali ◽  
Herman Karamoy ◽  
Jessy Warongan
Keyword(s):  
Research Study ◽  
Financial Statements ◽  
Case Study Approach ◽  
Qualitative Research Study ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Limited Budget ◽  
Depth Interview ◽  
District Government ◽  
Depth Interviews

Abstract. Management of the local Asset must be implemented properly in order to give an idea of the richness of the area, and can be used for basic financial statements. This study aims at analyzing the management system of Regional Property at Gorontalo District Government. This is a qualitative research study with a case study approach. The data were obtained through in-depth interview, observation and document analysis. The semi-structured and in-depth interviews were conducted for 45 to 60 minutes. The triangulation method was used to test the validity or credibility of the data and data sources. The interviews were transcribed and were analyzed by coding or giving themes and making a conceptualization with scientific statements. Then, the results of the interpretation were summarized in the narrative text. The result of the research shows that there are some obstacles in the management of Regional Property in Gorontalo Regency Government. The absence of regulation is in the form of local regulations and SOP. Lack of knowledge and understanding of how to use the property and of RP, the planning for required property needs is constrained by the limited budget so that the required property cannot be obtained, the issue of security and maintenance is emerged from the absence of representative warehouses for property storage, evidence of ownership in the form of certificates that are still on behalf of the Ministry, removal is constrained by the unknown of the inexistence of property.Keywords: RP Management, RP Regulation, RP Problems.Abstrak. Pengelolaan Barang Milik Daerah harus dilaksanakan dengan baik agar dapat memberikan gambaran tentang kekayaan daerah, serta dapat digunakan untuk dasar penyusunan laporan keuangan. Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis sistem Pengelolaan Barang Milik Daerah pada Pemerintah Kabupaten Gorontalo. Metode penelitian menggunakan kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kasus. Data diperoleh melalui teknik wawancara mendalam, pengamatan dan studi dokumentasi. Wawancara menggunakan In-depth interview jenis semi terstruktur  dilakukan selama 45 hingga 60 menit. Metode triangulasi digunakan dalam pengujian validitas atau kredibilitas data dan sumber data. Data transkrip yang diuraikan dari hasil wawancara dianalisis dengan metode analisis kemudian diberi tema/ coding dan dilakukan konseptualisasi pernyataan ilmiah. Hasil interpretasi disimpulkan dalam teks naratif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan terdapat beberapa kendala dalam pengelolaan Barang Milik Daerah di Pemerintah Kabupaten Gorontalo. Belum adanya regulasi berupa Perda dan SOP, minimnya pengetahuan dan pemahaman Pengguna Barang tentang pengelolaan BMD, perencanaan kebutuhan barang terkendala kondisi anggaran yang terbatas sehingga ada kebutuhan yang seharusnya diadakan tapi belum bisa direalisasikan, pengamanan dan pemeliharaan terkendala belum adanya gudang yang representatif untuk penyimpanan barang, bukti kepemilikan berupa sertifikat yang masih atas nama Kementerian, penghapusan terkendala adanya barang yang sudah tidak diketahui lagi keberadaannya.Kata Kunci: Pengelolaan BMD, Regulasi  BMD, Masalah BMD.

scholarly journals Extended Communication Efforts Involved With College Long-Distance Relationships

2013 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 97 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael W. Firmin ◽  
Ruth L. Firmin ◽  
Kaile Lorenzen Merical
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Present Article ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Long Distance ◽  
Good Communication ◽  
Qualitative Research Study ◽  
Long Distance Relationships ◽  
Communication Dynamics ◽  
Distance Relationship ◽  
Depth Interviews

The present phenomenological, qualitative research study involved in-depth interviews of all 16 female, sophomore students involved in respective distance relationships at a private, selective, comprehensive, Midwest university. Among other results found in the study, the present article focuses on communication dynamics involved with the relationships. Results showed key communication constructs to involve learning to communicate in a distance milieu, interpreting the tone of their boyfriends voice, compensating for their lack of contexts, working harder at communication, and committing themselves to the extra efforts involved with good communication. Generally, the women were content with their relationships. We interpret the findings to infer that it likely takes special individuals to make the communication in distance relationships work effectively. Further, we conclude that potential distance relationship couples should discuss the dynamics involved in the present findings prior to initiating distance relationships in order to best enhance the chances for distance relationship success.

Post-Implementation Use of a Complex Technology

2005 ◽  
pp. 22-39
Author(s):  
Marie-Claude Boudreau
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Grounded Theory ◽  
Informal Learning ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Grounded Theory Methodology ◽  
Qualitative Research Study ◽  
Patterns Of Use ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Complex Technology ◽  
Over Time

This chapter reports on a qualitative research study conducted within a Southeastern U.S. university, which investigated how organizational members appropriated an ERP package over time. A framework suggested by Lassila and Brancheau (1999), which distinguishes different states of software usage, was found to be particularly appropriate in understanding ERP usage. The research, which used a grounded theory methodology supported by the software Atlas.ti®, uncovered different transition patterns of use exhibited by organizational members. Research findings suggest how the practice of informal learning was key in understanding how organizational members transited from one state of use to another.

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