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Jordanian’s Economic Challenges & Aspirations: An Empirical Examination
Zaid Mohammad Obeidat,
Mohammad Ibrahim Obeidat,
Sarah Hong Xiao,
Ahmad Mohammad Obeidat
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 3, June 2016
Pages:
29-37
Received:
18 March 2016
Accepted:
5 April 2016
Published:
27 April 2016
Abstract: After the Arab spring, Arabic countries including Jordan faced a number of economic challenges. On the basis of a qualitative study of 68 Jordanian consumers, the authors address the key economic issues Jordanian consumers are currently concerned about and look forward to have them solved in the next 5-10 years. The findings suggested six main issues have been troubling the Jordanian consumer and an empirical examination of three main economic sectors was also conducted, providing a number of recommendations for improving these sectors and addressing these issues. This research is one of the first to systematically study the challenges and aspirations of Jordanian consumers after the Arab Spring.
Abstract: After the Arab spring, Arabic countries including Jordan faced a number of economic challenges. On the basis of a qualitative study of 68 Jordanian consumers, the authors address the key economic issues Jordanian consumers are currently concerned about and look forward to have them solved in the next 5-10 years. The findings suggested six main issu...
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RDRS Bangladesh Seasonal Loan Impact on Rice Production: A Study in Rangpur District
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 3, June 2016
Pages:
38-45
Received:
11 April 2016
Accepted:
19 April 2016
Published:
4 May 2016
Abstract: Agriculture sector plays an important role in the economic development of Bangladesh. Rice is an important and most cultivated crop because it is an essential ingredient for food consumption. Seasonal loan plays a vital role in agricultural farming. This study examines the impact of seasonal loan on the Rice production in Badarganj Upazila of Rangpur district, Bangladesh. Data were collected from 55 small & medium scale rural farmers, who were categorized into credit borrower and non-borrower of seasonal-loan based. The results revealed that total cost per acre land of credit user farmers is 34590.24 taka which lower than that of non-credit user farmers is 36801.6 taka. Rice productions of seasonal loan borrowers per acre were 2.89 M.ton. Rice productions of seasonal loan non-borrowers per acre were 2.86 M.ton. Per unit price of Rice is 13925 taka in case of borrower. Per unit price of Rice is 14530 taka in case of non-borrower. Total value of Rice in case of borrowers is 40243.25 taka, but total value of Rice for non-borrower is 41555.8 taka. Net return of SL non- borrower per acre Rice field is 8354.2 taka. Net return of SL borrower per acre Rice field was 9253.01 taka. It was observed from the study that the beneficiaries of seasonal loans in the study area were more productive than the non-beneficiaries. Hence, this study recommends that organization should be provided more facility to the credit borrower for increasing Rice production & profit.
Abstract: Agriculture sector plays an important role in the economic development of Bangladesh. Rice is an important and most cultivated crop because it is an essential ingredient for food consumption. Seasonal loan plays a vital role in agricultural farming. This study examines the impact of seasonal loan on the Rice production in Badarganj Upazila of Rangp...
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Determinants and Effects of Diagnostic and Interactive Use of Budget in Iranian Companies
Farzane Jalali Ali Abadi,
Alemeh Yazdanian,
Elham Jamali
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 3, June 2016
Pages:
46-54
Received:
17 November 2015
Accepted:
16 December 2015
Published:
11 May 2016
Abstract: Regarding the vital role of budget as a major feature of management control systems (MACS) in various fields like formulation of strategy, development of dynamic capabilities, competitive advantage; and additionally, due to the low volume of empirical research in this area, this paper investigates the application of budget in different Iranian companies. For this purpose, we first considered the diagnostic and interactive approaches toward MACS which are introduced by Simon (1990). We also focused on the model of Hofmann, Wald & Gleich (2012) to develop our research model and hypothesis. Finally, based on Hofmann, et al. (2012) study, we consider variables that may influence budget use such as environmental, organizational and individual factors. Findings show that leadership behavior, user attitude, competitive intensity and interactive use are determinants in diagnostic use. Besides, factors such as market dynamism, centralization, culture of trust, user attitude and leadership behavior influence the level of interactive use of budgets. Further, our research shows that both kinds of budget usage influence formulation and implementation of the strategy and diagnostic use of budgets has a significant and positive impact on financial performance.
Abstract: Regarding the vital role of budget as a major feature of management control systems (MACS) in various fields like formulation of strategy, development of dynamic capabilities, competitive advantage; and additionally, due to the low volume of empirical research in this area, this paper investigates the application of budget in different Iranian comp...
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The Research of Logistics Industrial Cluster: Concept, Characteristic and Function
Xingang Weng,
Xiaohua Lv,
Xiaorong Li
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 3, June 2016
Pages:
55-60
Received:
13 April 2016
Accepted:
20 April 2016
Published:
11 May 2016
Abstract: Logistics industrial cluster is one of the economic geography phenomenon, which includes a large number of logistics enterprises and agencies related closely, besides, logistics industry plays the role of leading industry is the point. Under the background of economic globalization, logistics industrial cluster is shaping and developing with a high speed all over the world. Logistics industrial cluster is an effective way to develop the regional economic, to adjust the industrial structure, to form the economic strategic layout and so on. However, the current academic research of logistics industrial cluster is scanty especially in China. Based on these reasons, a complete and rigorous theory system of logistics industrial cluster will try to be established. Firstly, the paper defines the logistics industrial cluster. Secondly, the paper makes an elaborate analysis of the Characteristic. Finally, the paper explores its essential function. The aim of the theory system of logistics industrial cluster is to provide a reliable theoretical system to the people who are interested in logistics industrial cluster, and to build a solid theoretical foundation for the future academic research.
Abstract: Logistics industrial cluster is one of the economic geography phenomenon, which includes a large number of logistics enterprises and agencies related closely, besides, logistics industry plays the role of leading industry is the point. Under the background of economic globalization, logistics industrial cluster is shaping and developing with a high...
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Women Entrepreneurship of Bangladesh: A Contextual Study on Beauty Parlor Business of Rangpur Expanse
Md. Julfikar Ali,
Md. Masud Rana
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 3, June 2016
Pages:
61-70
Received:
19 April 2016
Accepted:
28 April 2016
Published:
13 May 2016
Abstract: Women can play imperative role to economies of a country from any derivation of glassy. Bangladesh is a developing country, the women of Bangladesh is deprived and discriminated for many reasons. But it is an optimistic achievement is that they are now levitation their action to empower themselves. By this study it is shown that general status of women entrepreneurship of Bangladesh special deliberation of Rangpur region from the scenarios and the problems of the beauty parlor business of north Bengal. About 96.67% beauty caring women customer using these services on the other hand most of the beauty parlor is dominated by the women. 75% beauty parlor is maintained by the sole proprietorship. Moreover the women of this region is very aware of their self-reliant matter besides facing some social problems, ethical problem, funding problem, women business recognition problem, accommodation setting problem lacking of overall assistant-ship of the government specially focusing on the beauty parlor business expansion that spectacles as one of the best portion of women entrepreneurship pictures of Bangladesh. To ascertain the gist figures it is steered open-ended question at the outset and secondary data as per the requirements of descriptive analysis of the study. The study acclaimed a model (Sbs-model) that developed by the author for the enactment of business corresponding beauty parlor business in Bangladesh for several concerns that may relax to the women who are involved of such business and who wants to. At all this study cognize the subjects of beauty parlor business of Bangladesh of the north Bengal about the problems and prospects issues to empower the women and intensifying women entrepreneurship of Bangladesh.
Abstract: Women can play imperative role to economies of a country from any derivation of glassy. Bangladesh is a developing country, the women of Bangladesh is deprived and discriminated for many reasons. But it is an optimistic achievement is that they are now levitation their action to empower themselves. By this study it is shown that general status of w...
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E-Banking Practice in Bangladesh: Comparative Study on Male and Female Users
Mohammad Shamsus Sadekin,
Md. Abdul Hannan Shaikh
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 3, June 2016
Pages:
71-74
Received:
27 April 2016
Accepted:
6 May 2016
Published:
26 May 2016
Abstract: E-banking implies provision of banking products and services through electronic delivery channels. Factors that affect e-banking practice and its security are different from traditional banking services because of their uncertain nature of the online environment. Every step in the online banking activities is secured by one or more security mechanisms. Most of the Bangladeshi customers both male and female are not conscious about e-banking security. They have lack of technical knowledge to handle their e-bank account. Many of them have no computer in their residence. Female users are more conscious than male. Bangladeshi banks are operating their e-banking functions by non-technical hand. The main objective of present study is to find out the perception, attitude and practice of male and female users of e-banking in Bangladesh. The investigation was concentrated on male and female users of e-banking in various divisions, districts, towns and rural areas in Bangladesh. The sample consisted of 22 female and 98 male bankers and bank customers, were selected purposively from various territory. Out of 120 respondents, 48 bankers and 72 bank customers gave their opinion on many issues of e-banking. Data was collected using questionnaire administrated by the researcher. Data were processed through micro computer using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS). For analyzing data suitable statistical tools such as chi-squire test and Pearson product correlation were used.
Abstract: E-banking implies provision of banking products and services through electronic delivery channels. Factors that affect e-banking practice and its security are different from traditional banking services because of their uncertain nature of the online environment. Every step in the online banking activities is secured by one or more security mechani...
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Research on Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei Information Platform of Logistics Industry Association Development Situation and Problems Countermeasures
Ma Yinbo,
Liu Shaohua,
Zhu Linyao,
Wan Xiaofan
Issue:
Volume 5, Issue 3, June 2016
Pages:
75-79
Received:
9 May 2016
Accepted:
18 May 2016
Published:
4 June 2016
Abstract: The logistics industry association is the bridge of the government and enterprises strengthen the construction of the logistics industry associations at all levels to promote the development of logistics industry, the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region so as to promote the healthy and rapid economic development of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region. This paper first analyzed the association of logistics industry information development of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, and then summarizes the information platform service benefits, in the final analysis industry association information platform construction existing problems and puts forward corresponding countermeasures.
Abstract: The logistics industry association is the bridge of the government and enterprises strengthen the construction of the logistics industry associations at all levels to promote the development of logistics industry, the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region so as to promote the healthy and rapid economic development of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region. This p...
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