Authors:Ghenwa Mahmoud Al Hakim Abstract: This article provides comparative review of two books “Leading Through a Pandemic: The Inside Story of Humanity, Innovation, and Lessons Learned During the COVID-19 Crisis” and “WORK SMART NOW How to jump start productivity, empower employees and achieve more” written by professional authors in the field of leadership and successful management practices. These books were chosen for being highly effective in contributing added value knowledge to the literature of leadership practices, whether in the context of crises or normal conditions. The review was commenced with description of the chapters of the books and clarifying its infringements to the readers and highlighting some rooms for more effectiveness. At last, comparison between the two books was made, mainly in terms of the approaches used, issues addressed, problems solved as well as the recommendations and techniques provided. PubDate: Thu, 07 Apr 2022 01:55:47 PDT
Authors:Bethlem Clavijo Boronat et al. Abstract: In a constantly changing and uncertain word, the creative capability is a key skill, not only for professional and personal success, but for survival. Educational systems have traditionally treated creativity as a marginal component of educational programs and, when it has been taught, it has been done in the focus of tools and techniques more than on building a solid creative base for students. This paper analyses the situation of the present-day creativity teaching in Higher Education and determines the key capabilities that allow the students to build a solid creative personality. After that, the paper offers a range of different techniques to help transform these capabilities into habits as authors stand for the nurturing of those habits as the fastest and most effective way to build effective, and individual creative personalities for each of the students. PubDate: Thu, 07 Apr 2022 01:55:42 PDT
Authors:Vivien Exartier Abstract: The Gulf region is a booming economic region whose fast development depends very much on its natural energy resources. However, the accelerating pace of regional development and mega-projects also meant using more power generation and energy availability. Gas consumption in Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, and the UAE surged by 50% between 2002 and 2008. GCC states occupy the top global rankings in carbon dioxide emissions per capita.The comparative study of public policy is concerned with how different governments respond to a common problem. Comparisons can be made in terms of programs, resources, or outcomes. The paper compares how GCC countries have been investing in renewable sources of energy since 2004 to cope with increasing energy demands due to their fast development, the diminishing available resources, and the fall of hydrocarbure prices sources of energy. Some countries are pioneers in the process of adoption of renewable energy policies and some are laggards. The paper argues that GCC member states used lesson-drawing (Rose, 1993) and policy diffusion (Berry & Berry, 2019). We use the case study of the Kingdom of Bahrain and check whether Bahrain drew lessons (copying, adapting, making a hybrid, synthesis, or inspiration) in the case of solar energy. The data is collected through reports on renewable energy programs, speeches, and interviews with government officials and executives from the energy sector on the strategy of the country in this field. The findings show that Bahrain drew lessons from others in a creative way. PubDate: Thu, 07 Apr 2022 01:55:37 PDT
Authors:A. Suresh et al. Abstract: Over the years, the wrath of the nature in the form of adverse changes in the climate is borne by the agriculture sector all over the world, threatening the global food security. Indian agriculture is highly vulnerable to climatic extremes as agriculture forms the mainstay of the rural population. With increasing adverse effects caused by the climatic extremes, India has also embarked on various initiatives towards making its agriculture sector resilient to the vagaries of nature. In this regard, this paper reviews the studies related to climate change and its impact on Indian agriculture followed by the climate resilient agriculture adaptation practices across states as informed by a critical review of studies. The paper then examines the status in the allocation of resources by the national government under the National initiatives on Climate Resilient Agriculture (NICRA) across states. It is observed that there is dearth of adequate financial investments amongst states which are highly vulnerable to climate change risks. The resources allocation seems to be mainly concentrated among 6-10 states, leaving the rest of the country fund-starved. Also, there is a gap in the funds released under the NICRA and the actual expenditure made by the states for undertaking various climate resilient agriculture activities in terms of adaptation and mitigation leading to sustainable agriculture development outcomes. The paper brings out the imperatives for proper diffusion of technologies to enhance resilience to climate change in all the vulnerable regions and states. Timely interventions are also called for, by the national and state governments through providing financial support to the farmers in accessing the latest technologies available, to build resilience to a greater extent. PubDate: Thu, 07 Apr 2022 01:55:33 PDT
Authors:Asia Aburidi Abstract: Purpose: This research aims to explore how to reshape stock exchanges by using blockchain technology with an emphasis on the case of the Palestine Exchange. Design/methodology/approach: This research gathered primary data from semi-structured and open-ended interviews. Online interviews were conducted to get information from professionals and academics interested in blockchain. The sample for this research was determined using convenience sampling and a snowball sampling approach. The data was analyzed using the deductive content analysis method. Findings: The research revealed that implementing blockchain is appropriate for third-world countries because it does not necessitate the construction of buildings or infrastructure. Additionally, the results showed that by implementing this technology, the Palestine Exchange will be able to speed up its liquidity cycle while also lowering costs, boosting transparency, allowing for the trading of new products, and attracting new investors. The legal and technological concerns, however, are not seen as impediments to the implementation of blockchain in the Palestine Exchange. Practical implications: The findings of this research will contribute to the growth of the Palestine Exchange. Originality/value: There has not been much focus in studies on Palestine in this context. This research aims to close the gap by investigating how blockchain might be used to reshape the Palestine Exchange. PubDate: Thu, 07 Apr 2022 01:55:28 PDT
Authors:Danielle Khalife et al. Abstract: The revival of Lebanon involves regaining trust in its banking system. Starting by highlighting the main banking sector’s inefficiencies in Lebanon, as well as the bad investment practices that have led to the current financial crisis, a full business model that could restore confidence in the Lebanese banking sector, and increase its profitability in the foreseeable future is proposed. This new business structure tackles three main areas including, cost reduction, liabilities management, and income generation, is suggested with evidence on how this model could play a major role in the upcoming recovery period and lead to positive financial results. PubDate: Thu, 07 Apr 2022 01:55:23 PDT
Authors:S. Anupama et al. Abstract: We study the performance of the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, in India. It is the fourth largest sector in India. Macroeconomic factors, modern production techniques, robust logistics facilities, efficient distribution networks and superior marketing capabilities have given the sector an edge over the other sectors. Firm performance is determined by considering liquidity, solvency and profitability ratios and also by employing common size statements, and comparative statements. We find that the sector appears to be overly dependent on the performance of a few firms. We further find that firm performance is not related to non-commercial factors such as CSR. PubDate: Thu, 07 Apr 2022 01:55:19 PDT
Authors:Bronwyn P. Wood Abstract: There is much the MENA/Gulf region can teach regarding the ever-narrowing hegemonic perspectives in the literature - from selfhood, agency, empowerment, women, collectivism, intersectionality to consumption and business practice.This paper focuses, briefly, on several very large areas of scholarship to consider the issues raised and the opportunities uncovered, as they pertain to the region. The article introduces some important particularities of the region, an overview of some relevant areas of potential future study and outlines how we, as academics, can contribute to a positive future for the Arabian Gulf/ME/NA overall. PubDate: Thu, 07 Apr 2022 01:55:14 PDT
Authors:Haya Al-Dajani Abstract: This conceptual article proposes a cooperative entrepreneurship framework with a producer cooperative enterprise start-up model to contribute to addressing the complex consequences of the social, political and economic challenges affecting the Arab world. The article argues that the adoption of a producer cooperative enterprise start-up model will contribute to future proofing entrepreneurship in the Arab world, and avoid a return to a preference for public sector employment that will stifle the sustainable social and economic development of the region. As such, the article contributes to bridging the gap in the literature on entrepreneurship start up support initiatives and models in the Arab world, and offers relevant considerations for cooperative entrepreneurship for social and economic development throughout the Global South. PubDate: Thu, 07 Apr 2022 01:55:09 PDT
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