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on South East Asia |
| By: | Embun Prowanta (Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Brawijaya, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Moeljadi Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Brawijaya, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Sumiati Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Brawijaya, Indonesia Author-4-Name: Kusuma Ratnawati Author-4-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Brawijaya, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The objective of the study is to empirically investigate the relationship between macroeconomic variables as Gross Domestic Product (GDP), inflation, interest rates, exchange rates, foreign exchange reserves, current accounts and export-import towards the stock price index. Methodology/Technique – The data used is monthly data for macroeconomic and the stock price index of five ASEAN countries including Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and the Philippines from 2006 to 2015. The analysis uses a regression estimation of panel data and a series of chow tests i.e. the Hausman test and the LM test as the selection process, with the aim of determining the macroeconomic variables that could significantly affect the stock price index of five ASEAN countries. Findings – The result show that of the seven macroeconomic variables affecting the stock price index, only four macroeconomic variables showed a significant effect. These are GDP, interest rates, exchange rates, and inflation. Meanwhile, three other variables (foreign exchange reserves, current accounts and export-import) did not show a significant effect. Novelty – The study looked at the effect of deregulation on stock markets, focusing on variables that significantly influence the stock price index." |
| Keywords: | Stock Price Index; Macro Economics; Five ASEAN Countries. |
| JEL: | E31 G14 G15 |
| Date: | 2017–04–24 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:gjbssr467&r=sea |
| By: | Riswanti Budi Sekaringsih (Centre for Research in Islamic Economics and Business (PKEBS), Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Gadjah Mada and Department of Islamic Economics, Faculty of Islamic Economics and Business, State Islamic University (UIN) Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta); Novat Pugo Sambodo (Centre for Research in Islamic Economics and Business (PKEBS), Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Gadjah Mada); Meikha Azzani (Centre for Research in Islamic Economics and Business (PKEBS), Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Gadjah Mada); Esa Assyahid (Centre for Research in Islamic Economics and Business (PKEBS), Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Gadjah Mada) |
| Keywords: | Financial Inclusion, Muslim, OLS, Logit, IFLS |
| JEL: | D12 |
| Date: | 2016–07 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:ugm:wpaper:2017007&r=sea |
| By: | Mirna Dianita (Economics Department, Widyatama University, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Niki Hadian Author-2-Workplace-Name: Economics Department, Widyatama University, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The economic growth of a country is very important because it reflects the country's economic development and success. This study’s objective is to examine how accounting students' perceptions of the public accounting profession are taken into account in facing the AEC 2015. In that regard, this study gauges how Indonesian companies can fulfil their needs to be more competitive in meeting the goals of the AEC 2015. Methodology/Technique – This study is qualitative in nature thus analysis will be descriptive. Questionnaires were distributed to currently active students of accounting in Indonesia. The samples were extracted from a nonprobability sampling technique. The 339 respondents were selected based on a set of basic considerations. In this context, the participants must have knowledge of the AEC 2015 and are currently studying in public accountancy as a profession All were from Indonesia. Findings – Results drawn from the respondents indicate that they do not deeply understand the description of the AEC 2015.Majority of the respondents (27.4%) understood that the implementation of the AEC 2015 will make goods and services flow freely and majority (39.8%) also feel that they have a good ability in speaking with almost half of them assuming that they also write well in English. With regards to their competence in accounting after graduation, more than half (52.2%) of the respondents agree that the competence of public accountants from the host country will not be able to compete with those from ASEAN countries. Novelty – This paper enables accounting students to understand the challenges they face ahead, especially for those who are prospective successors to the Indonesian nation." |
| Keywords: | AEC 2015; Public Accounting Profession; Accounting; Accounting Students Perceptions. |
| JEL: | M41 P46 |
| Date: | 2016–12–27 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber115&r=sea |
| By: | Sulaeman Rahman Nidar (Business and Management Department, Padjadjaran University, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Erwin Jaya Diwangsa Author-2-Workplace-Name: Padjadjaran University, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The objective of this study is to determine how the movement of several indices and indicators of the global economy affect the change in investment by foreign fund flows in the Indonesia Stock Exchange (BEI). Methodology/Technique – Some global stock indices used in this study comprise the Dow Jones index, the Nikkei 225 index, the Shanghai index (SSE) and the Singapore Index (STI). Data were taken monthly from March 2009 to June 2014. Findings – The results obtained from this study indicate that the Dow Jones index and the STI index have a significant positive effect on the movement of foreign investments in the Stock Exchange. In contrast, the movement of world oil prices and exchange rate of the IDR/USD have a significant negative effect on the movement of foreign investments in the BEI. Novelty – The results of this study reinforces that the depreciation of the rupiah against the USD is an indication that the fundamentals of the Indonesian economy is not strong enough." |
| Keywords: | "Dow Jones, Nikkei 225 Index, Shanghai Index (SSE), STI Index, World Oil Prices, World Gold Price, Exchange Rate IDR/USD." |
| JEL: | E31 E44 |
| Date: | 2017–03–19 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jfbr121&r=sea |
| By: | Markonah (Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Brawijaya, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Achmad Sudiro Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Brawijaya, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Surachman Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Brawijaya, Indonesia Author-4-Name: Mintarti Rahayu Author-4-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Brawijaya, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – Insurance companies in Indonesia are considered an important part of society by the Indonesian government. Corporate governance was a major problem during the post-financial crisis period, particularly in emerging markets in Indonesia. Financial Institutions considered the possibility of increasing insurance premiums to cover their operating costs and increase their profits. The purpose of this study is to measure the effect of corporate governance and preium growth on the performance of the insurance sector, to determine the characteristics of good corporate governance. Technique/Methodology – The samples used in this study include insurance companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange between 2011 and 2015. The data used in the study is derived from the Indonesian Stock Exchange Corner. The method of analysis used is descriptive statistics and linear regression. The research objectives are to analyze the influence of the independent variables on the dependent variable. A purposive sampling method is used to determine the sample size of the study. This method generated a sample of 9 commercial insurance companies. Findings – The findings show that corporate governance is significantly and positively related to ROA whereas Insurance Premiums are not significantly related to ROA. Novelty – Study suggests that the insurance companies must aim to improve corporate governance structures by finding solutions to existing problems and improving the management structures of the company, in order to attract future investment which will ultimately lead to an increase in ROA and ROE." |
| Keywords: | Corporate Governance; Insurance Premium; Corporate Performance; Growth. |
| JEL: | G22 L25 M41 |
| Date: | 2017–04–15 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jfbr123&r=sea |
| By: | Dinarjad Achmad (Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Tanjungpura, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Umiaty Hamzani) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This study aims to obtain empirical evidence regarding the ability of exports and gross domestic product (GDP) value-added in explaining the variation of employment opportunities in Indonesia. The method used in this study is explanatory research. Methodology/Technique – This research uses panel data which is a combination of time series data for 8 (eight) years with the cross section of 33 provinces in Indonesia. Data were analyzed using structural equation regression through fixed effect technique and common effect technique. Findings – The results show that using fixed effect technique, the export plays a positive and significant role in creating GDP value added and plays a negative role in creating employment opportunities, whereas the estimated GDP valueadded plays a positive and significant role in shaping the employment opportunities in Indonesia. However, using common effect technique, the export plays a positive and significant role in shaping the GDP value added as well as both export. Novelty – The study suggests that GDP value-added play a positive and significant role in shaping the employment opportunities in Indonesia." |
| Keywords: | Common Effect Technique; Employment Opportunity; Export; Fixed Effect Technique; GDP Value Added. |
| JEL: | E24 F16 |
| Date: | 2017–04–23 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber132&r=sea |
| By: | Laila Refiana Said (Universitas Lambung Mangkurat, Kalsel, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Siti Aliyati Albushairi Author-2-Workplace-Name: Universitas Lambung Mangkurat, Kalsel, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Gusti Rina Fariany Author-3-Workplace-Name: Universitas Lambung Mangkurat, Kalsel, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The development of Islamic banks in Indonesia requires a new strategy. The size of the population of Indonesia is a potential market for Islamic banks to target religious and non-religious customers and implement quality innovation to create value-based services to support the competitiveness of regional economies. This may improve the standard and quality of living. Specifically, this study investigated the influence of Islamic banking service quality dimensions to consumer satisfaction, word-of-mouth communication and loyalty. Methodology/Technique – This study was conducted in Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan, which is an Indonesian province that has a fairly a rapid rate of development of Islamic banking. The study focused on 191 people. Data collection was done by observation and interviews using questionnaires. Findings – Using Partial Least Squares, the results demonstrates the effects of variable compliance, empathy, and value proposition quality on overall satisfaction. This showed that overall satisfaction influences word-of-mouth communication and loyalty. This indicates that both the religious market consumers and the floating market consumers desire the establishment of a strong emotional bond between the Islamic bank, customers and shareholders that are developed together in the face of business risks and share profits fairly and honestly, in accordance with the principles of Islamic law. Furthermore, they want employees to be more empathetic and respond individually to customers. Novelty – The study suggest that a strategy be created in relation to competitiveness in Islamic banking in Banjarmasin to improve the quality of service-based value, and to increase the cultivation of religious customers as well as penetrating the floating market segment." |
| Keywords: | Carter-Item; Floating-Based Market; Islamic Bank; Religious-Based Market; Servqual. |
| JEL: | G21 M21 M31 |
| Date: | 2017–04–27 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:gjbssr465&r=sea |
| By: | Moslehpour, Massoud; Lin, Yi Hsin; Nguyen, Thi Le Huyen |
| Abstract: | The mediating role of customer satisfaction has been widely discussed in the existing literature. However, to the best of our knowledge, there is still lack of studies focusing on the low-cost airline industry, especially in Vietnam. Therefore, this study aims at investigating factors that influence purchase intention and the mediating role of customer satisfaction in VietJet Air, in Vietnam. A quantitative research method is applied with the data being collected through an online questionnaire from three main regions in Vietnam: the North, the Center, and the South. The results indicate that customer satisfaction mediates the relationship between the independent variables (customer expectation/perceived value) and the dependent variable (purchase intention) in the case of VietJet Air in Vietnam. In general, this study not only enriches the existing literature but also might be a valuable reference to the VietJet Air’s and other similar Vietnamese low cost carrier managers to consider their strategic marketing plans. |
| Keywords: | purchase intention, Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), service quality, perceived value, customer expectation, customer satisfaction, low cost carrier, VietJet Air. |
| JEL: | M31 |
| Date: | 2017–09–27 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:pra:mprapa:81635&r=sea |
| By: | Mohamad Fahmi (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University); Adiatma Siregar (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University); Deni K Sunjaya (Department of Public Health, Padjadjaran University); Gilang Amarullah (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University); Rahma Rahma (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University); Nur Afni Panjaitan (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University) |
| Abstract: | Mental health is the integral part of overall health. Despite the importance of mental health, most health policy are directed for physical, while mental issues left behind.The similar pattern is also happen in Indonesia. This paper aim to examine the impact of social capital to individual mental health. We utilize IFLS 2014 database since it provide comprehensive information on mental health as well as social capital. Mental health is represented by self-reported of depression CESD-R-10 scale. Social capital represented by social trust in individual and community level as well as participation in community. The research using mixed level regression model method with number of observation 28,257 respondents. We also incorporated control variable such as age, gender, marital status, working status, household size, income, and education. Result of the study showed that social trust and participation in community has no significant contribution to depression. On the other hand, control variables such as being older, male, and married associated with lower probability of depression. |
| Keywords: | social capital, mental health, Indonesia |
| JEL: | I0 |
| Date: | 2017–09 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:unp:wpaper:201701&r=sea |
| By: | Meirani Harsasi (Universitas Terbuka, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This study aims to analyze the impact of supply flexibility on supply chain performance. The rapidly changing market demands have to be faced with a flexible supply chain management in order to reach market acceptance. The key to successful supply chain management also depends on supply flexibility; given that the smooth flow of materials and parts will define the whole manufacture operation. Methodology/Technique – Supply flexibility consists of two variables, namely, supplier flexibility and supply network flexibility. The research was conducted by taking samples from the garment industry in Indonesia. Findings – As a result of this research, it was found that supplier flexibility affects the supply chain performance, while supply network flexibility does not. Novelty – The study suggests that the Indonesian garment industry needs to strengthen the cooperation network with more suppliers so that the relationship can be more flexible to ensure the availability of high quality raw materials and parts at the appropriate prices to maintain the smooth operation of the company." |
| Keywords: | supply chain performance; supply chain management; supply flexibility; supplier flexibility; supply network flexibility. |
| JEL: | L11 R41 |
| Date: | 2017–01–17 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:gjbssr455&r=sea |
| By: | Ludfi Djajanto (State Polytechnic of Malang, Indonesia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The number of hotels in both urban or in tourism areas has increased quite rapidly. The success and sustainability of hotel businesses is largely determined by their marketing strategy and the quality of services they provide to their customers. In choosing a hotel, customers consider both the physical appearance of the hotel as well as the quality of service provided. The rapid increase in hotels in Indonesia necessarily increases competition in the hotel industry and the rules surrounding market competition become quite strict. The aim of this research is to determine the influence of the dimensions of service quality (tangibility, reliability, responsiveness, assurance, and empathy) on customer satisfaction and to identify the most dominant dimension in terms of customer satisfaction. Methodology/Technique – The research studied 110 respondents who have stayed in several hotels located in Batu, Indonesia. The data was collected using purposive sampling techniques using questionnaires. The data analysis technique used in this research was multiple linear regression analysis. Findings – Based on the results of this research, it is concluded that the dimensions of service quality (tangibility, reliability, responsiveness, assurance, empathy) have a significant influence on customer satisfaction. In addition, the service quality dimension that has the most dominant influence on customer satisfaction is assurance. Novelty – The research supported by original data and contribute to the literature in the context of Indonesia." |
| Keywords: | Service Quality; Tangibility; Reliability; Responsiveness; Assurance; Empathy; Customer Satisfaction. |
| JEL: | L15 M10 M30 |
| Date: | 2017–06–05 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr153&r=sea |
| By: | Theresia Anita Christiani (Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Maria Hutapea Author-2-Workplace-Name: Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta, Indonesia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The FSA Act the establishment of which is mandated by Article 34 of Law No. 23 of 1999 concerning the Bank of Indonesia, was enacted on 22 November 2011. This Act, together with Law No. 3 of 2004, regulates and supervises Indonesia’s integrated financial services sector. This article reveals the existence of inconsistencies between the legal terms underlying the establishment of the FSA one the one hand, and the provisions contained in the Financial Service Authority itself, on the other. These inconsistencies also become evident in the light of the 1945 Constitution which facilitated the establishment of the Bank of Indonesia Law. The purpose of this article is to ascertain a method of resolving these inconsistencies associated with the genesis of the Financial Service Authority. Methodology/Technique – The research method used in this article is doctrinal in nature that uses secondary data and information sources as material to analyse the relevant problems. Findings – The research has revealed that the most appropriate method of settling these inconsistencies requires a consideration of the express wording of the FSA. Novelty – This article indicates the need to apply legal principles rather and adjudicatory methods." |
| Keywords: | Settlement; Banking; Legal; Principle; Law. |
| JEL: | J21 J28 K23 |
| Date: | 2017–03–23 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber124&r=sea |
| By: | Agus Achmad Suhendra (Telkom University, Indonesia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – Recently, Indonesian companies have been facing a change in market behaviour due to the emergence of the digital era, in which a wide range of digital products have become a necessity in the lifestyle of Indonesian people. This situation calls for a strategic response by Indonesian companies in order to continue the sustainability of their business. One of these strategic responses is the improvement of business models. Methodology/Technique – This paper presents lessons learned from a number of companies in Indonesia that have successfully innovated and improved their business models. The research uses a mixed methodology, combining both quantitative and qualitative methods. Based on the findings, the research concludes that Indonesian market behaviours have been changing due to the emergence of the digital era. Those changes have encouraged many companies to innovate and improve their business models to ensure their company’s business model fits with the changing market behaviour. The strategies discussed are effective in ensuring the growth and sustainability of Indonesian businesses. Findings – This study presents new findings on the environmental elements that affect business strategy, particularly socio-technology. It is the aspect of social behaviour that is stimulated by technological change. Novelty – The research also contributes to the development of the concept and knowledge of the digital economy." |
| Keywords: | Digital Era; Business Model; Business Performance; Design; Innovation; Improvement. |
| JEL: | L11 L25 |
| Date: | 2017–03–27 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber131&r=sea |
| By: | Achsania Hendratmi (Universitas Airlanga, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Mega Ayu Widayanti Author-2-Workplace-Name: Universitas Airlanga, Indonesia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The purpose of the research is to explore, to investigate, and to develop a business model in Islamic perspective in microfinance BMT UGT Sidogiri Indonesia. Methodology/Technique – The research developed by qualitative research with a single case study. The content analysis used as the method to analyze the data describes analytic, intuitive, interpretative, textual and strict textual analysis approaches. Findings – The main finding that the framework Islamic business model in perspective Islam proposed previously can be well understanding and applied in BMT UGT Sidogiri. The result showed that there three main building in developing of an Islamic business model consist of the business foundation, business design, and business development. Novelty – The model can be used to optimize the potential business model of Islam in BMT UGT Sidogiri and other microfinance in Indonesia in the future." |
| Keywords: | "Islamic Business; Business Model; Islamic Business Construct; Islamic Business Aims; Baitul Maal Wattamwil (BMT)." |
| JEL: | K20 M21 |
| Date: | 2017–03–16 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr127&r=sea |
| By: | Nguyen Trong, Co; Vu Van, Huong; Bartolacci, Francesca |
| Abstract: | Using a panel dataset of five waves of private manufacturing SMEs surveys in the period 2007-15, this paper contributes to literature by considering for the first time the effects of government support on firms’ financial performance in Vietnam. Interestingly, contrary to the many findings of previous studies, we find that government assistance affect firms’ financial performance after controlling for heterogeneity, unobservable factors and dynamic endogeneity. This finding supports for the viewpoints of institutional theory. Also, the study shows that technical supports from government such as export promotion, human resource training and technology programmes have insignificant linkages with firm financial performance, but financial supports play an important role, suggesting that supporting measures as tax exemptions, soft loans and investment incentives promote financial efficiency and are vital for the development of Vietnamese private SMEs. |
| Keywords: | Government support, innovation, firm financial performance, SMEs, Vietnam |
| JEL: | D22 G3 |
| Date: | 2017–10–03 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:pra:mprapa:81752&r=sea |
| By: | Adiatma Siregar (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University); Rahma Rahma (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University); Nur Afni Panjaitan (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University); Gilang Amarullah (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University); Deni K Sunjaya (Department of Public Health, Padjadjaran University); Mohamad Fahmi (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University) |
| Abstract: | Mental illness is one of the diseases needs to be prioritized in Indonesia as it causes significant burden [1,2]. Currently, 14 million people of population above 15 years of age (6%) are suffering from emotional disorder, and more than 400,000 people are suffering from psychotic disorder [2]. Furthermore, people suffering from mental illness are still marginalized group and do not receive proper attention from development program [3]. Investment related to mental health in developing countries is relatively low, ranging between 1,5% - 2,4% of their health expenditure [4]. As Indonesia health expenditure is already low [5], this may become a problem as mental illness becomes more severe. This may worsen the condition of double burden of disease currently faced by Indonesia. |
| Keywords: | social capital, mental health, Indonesia |
| JEL: | I0 |
| Date: | 2017–09 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:unp:wpaper:201703&r=sea |
| By: | Lisa Cellica (Universitas Multimedia Nusantara, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Ratnawati Kurnia Author-2-Workplace-Name: Universitas Multimedia Nusantara, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The auditor is responsible for obtaining sufficient audit evidence about the accuracy and proper use of the going concern assumption from the company’s management through its financial statements. These evidence are used for the purpose of deciding whether there are material uncertainties about the entity's ability to maintain the continuity of its business. Thus, the objective of this paper is to examine the impact of bankruptcy prediction, company’s financial condition, previous year audit opinion, firm size and audit tenure towards Auditor’s going concern opinion. Methodology/Technique – The object of this paper is the service companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period of 2011-2014. This paper uses secondary data and samples taken were determined based on the purposive sampling method. The regression logistic is used to analyse data. Findings – The results of this research show that bankruptcy prediction, company’s financial condition, previous year audit opinion, firm size, and audit tenure all simultaneously, have a significant impact towards Auditor’s going concern opinion, particularly Previous Year Audit Opinion. Novelty – This paper provides insights into the factors affecting auditors in providing a going concern opinion in the case of Indonesian companies." |
| Keywords: | "Bankruptcy Prediction; Company’s Financial Condition; Previous Year Audit Opinion, Firm Size; Audit Tenure; Auditor’s Going Concern Opinion." |
| JEL: | D81 M42 |
| Date: | 2016–12–18 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr117&r=sea |
| By: | Farida Titik Kristanti (Faculty of Economics & Business, Telkom University, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Aldrin Herwany Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics & Business, Universitas Padjadjaran, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | ".Objective – The objective of this study was to investigate the factors like corporate governance, financial ratios, and political risk and their impacts on company’s survival. Methodology/Technique – Collecting data of Indonesian Stock Exchange from 2000 to 2014 and employing purposive random sampling, this research collects samples of 58 companies undergoing financial distress and 275 others which do not. Findings – The research eventually proves that agency theory and Asymmetric Information theory do occur in Indonesia. With Cox Proportional Hazard model, it then proves that all two models employed: independence commissioners, leverage, operating risk, size, return on asset and control of corruption, are variables which consistently affect financial distress of the company. Novelty – The study uses original data and gives supported suggestion for the researched issues." |
| Keywords: | Financial Distress; Financial Ratios; Corporate Governance; Political Risk. |
| JEL: | G01 G34 M48 |
| Date: | 2017–04–12 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr130&r=sea |
| By: | Azman Azwan Azmawati (Centre for Research on Women and Gender (KANITA), Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia. Author-2-Name: Noraida Endut Author-2-Workplace-Name: Centre for Research on Women and Gender (KANITA), Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia. Author-3-Name: Intan Hashimah Mohd Hashim Author-3-Workplace-Name: Centre for Research on Women and Gender (KANITA), Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia. Author-4-Name: "Nor Hafizah Selamat" Author-4-Workplace-Name: Centre for Research on Women and Gender (KANITA), Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia. Author-5-Name: Kelvin Ying Author-5-Workplace-Name: Centre for Research on Women and Gender (KANITA), Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – While women make up almost 65% of undergraduates in public universities in Malaysia, only in the last three years their labour force participation rates have gone beyond the 50% mark. In addition, women form less than 20% of the legislature and Cabinet of Ministers in Malaysia. What pushes women in their achievements in education and what factors pull them back in other areas? How do patriarchal gender norms underpin their ability and decisions in life’s choices and how have they understood and negotiated these norms? This paper aims to explore these questions through narratives of women in a public university. Methodology/Technique – The paper is based on Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with 12 women who are staff and postgraduate students of the university. The respondents were divided into two groups: one consisting of the university’s academic and administrative staff and the other postgraduate students. Separate discussions were conducted for each group. The discussions were transcribed and analysed. Findings – Findings show that women have confidence in their ability to contribute effectively and in the same manner as men in different spheres of their lives such as work, home and community. However, often they have had to negotiate their ways around various beliefs, practices and norms about the superiority of men in society. Novelty – The study researches factors that affects woman achievements in life." |
| Keywords: | Gender roles and Characteristic, Masculinity, Patriarchy |
| JEL: | J16 J18 |
| Date: | 2017–02–27 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber123&r=sea |
| By: | Malik Cahyadin (Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Sutomo Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Lely Ratwianingsih Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This research analyses determinant factors and priority factors of trade industry performance based on 15 industries in Indonesia. Today, trade industry tends to develop well in Indonesia. It covers exporters, importers, modern markets (hypermarket and minimarket), and traditional markets. Methodology/Technique – This research uses Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) to analyse primary data on factors of trade industry performance. Findings – Research results indicate that there are seven factors on trade industry performance. These are NF (AHP score: 0.37), ICT (0.19), BIT (0.10), BR (0.10), BP (0.09), DC (0.08), and BE (0.07). It means that number of firm becomes the first factor while business efficiency becomes the last factor that drives business performance. Novelty – This finding can be used by trade industry associations and policy makers to manage and regulate firms involved in commerce. In addition, governments can support ICT development to improve trade industry performance." |
| Keywords: | Determinant Factor; Trade Industry; Business Performance; AHP. |
| JEL: | L11 L25 |
| Date: | 2017–04–06 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber130&r=sea |
| By: | Nadia Azalia Putri (University of Jember, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Tatang Ary Gumanti Author-2-Workplace-Name: University of Jember, Indonesia. Author-3-Name: Isti Fadah Author-3-Workplace-Name: University of Jember, Indonesia. Author-4-Name: Supriyadi Author-4-Workplace-Name: Jember State Polytechnic, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective –The purpose of this study was to analyze the effect of Intellectual Capital (IC), Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) disclosure, and Good Corporate Governance (GCG) on the value of mining companies (as measured by Tobin's Q) listed in Indonesia Stock Exchange period 2011-2015. Methodology/Technique – Intellectual capital was measured by Value Added Capital Employed (VACA), Value Added Human Capital (VAHU), and Structural Capital Value Added (STVA). CSR disclosure was measured using Global Reporting Initiative index. GCG was proxied using independent commissioner, managerial ownership, audit committee, and institutional ownership. Empirical analysis was conducted using linear multiple regression analysis. The samples consisted 15 mining firms. Findings –The results showed that VACA, VAHU, and institutional ownership had a positive and significant effect on company value. STVA and independent commissioner have a positive but insignificant effect on company value. Audit committee and managerial ownership have a negative and insignificant effect on company value. Novelty – The study suggests managers to improve the company value by investing IC subcomponents; that is, physical capital and human capital and also add the number of shares held by institutions." |
| Keywords: | Company Value; Corporate Social Responsibility; Good Corporate Governance; Intellectual Capital. |
| JEL: | M14 M41 M51 |
| Date: | 2017–04–13 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr134&r=sea |
| By: | Ung Leng Yean (Faculty of Accountancy and Management, UTAR, Malaysia Author-2-Name: Tee Peck Ling Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Accountancy and Management, UTAR, Malaysia Author-3-Name: Chung Chay Yoke Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Accountancy and Management, UTAR, Malaysia Author-4-Name: Jayamalathi Jayabalan Author-4-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Accountancy and Management, UTAR, Malaysia Author-5-Name: Pok Wei Fong Author-5-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Accountancy and Management, UTAR, Malaysia Author-6-Name: Shamini Kandasamy Author-6-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Accountancy and Management, UTAR, Malaysia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This study’s aim is to identifies the minimum wage policy implementation and its impact on SMEs in Malaysia. It addresses the question of the level of SME’s awareness and their readiness towards the implementation of the policy and improving productivity. Methodology/Technique – Data were collected through questionnaire distribution and literature study. Analysis was conducted via a descriptive method. Findings – The solutions identified in addressing the problem include the need to increase labour productivity, lower operational costs and change organizational methods. Novelty – The discussions of this paper provide an in-depth understanding of the issues related to how the policy affects company’s competitive advantage and financial performance." |
| Keywords: | Minimum Wage Policy; Malaysia; SMEs, Manufacturing Sectors; Productivity. |
| JEL: | E24 L60 |
| Date: | 2016–12–24 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber120&r=sea |
| By: | Setyani Dwi Lestari (Budi Luhur University, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This causal research is aimed at obtaining information related to the effect of uncertainty environment, market orientation, and innovation in direct and indirect effect on the business performance in a holistic co-alignment perspective. Methodology – In this research, 90 samples were randomly selected and the data were analysed by path analysis after all variables were put into the correlation matrix. Findings –The results showed that: (1) environment uncertainty has a significant direct effect of the innovation; (2) environment uncertainty has a significant direct effect on the business performance; (3) market orientation has a significant direct effect on the innovation; (4) market orientation doesn’t have a significant direct effect on business performance; (5) innovation has a significant direct effect on the business performance; (6) environment uncertainty has a significant indirect effect on the business performance but through the innovation; and (7) market orientation has a significant indirect effect on the business performance but through the innovation. Novelty – Based on those findings, it could be concluded that any change or variation in the business performance was affected by environment uncertainty, market orientation, and innovation. Therefore, to improve variation in the business performance, environment uncertainty, market orientation, and innovation should be put into strategic planning in the banking industry in Indonesia. However, other variables are necessary to be taken into account in the next research." |
| Keywords: | Environmental Uncertainty; Market Orientation; Business Performance; Innovation. |
| JEL: | G21 L15 M31 |
| Date: | 2017–04–24 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr141&r=sea |
| By: | Mahirah Abdul Rahman (International Islamic University, Malaysia Author-2-Name: Norhani Mohd Jais Author-2-Workplace-Name: International Islamic University, Malaysia Author-3-Name: Saodah Wok Author-3-Workplace-Name: International Islamic University, Malaysia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The purpose of this paper is to identify knowledge and attitude on preventive behaviour of the Zika disease. Using the Social Learning Theory, the present study aims: (1) to evaluate levels of knowledge, attitude and preventive behaviour on Zika disease; (2) to examine the relationship between knowledge and attitude with preventive behaviour; and (3) to determine the best predictor for Zika preventive behaviour. Methodology/Technique – This study employs the quantitative research design using the survey method. Data are collected using the self-administered questionnaire. A total of 207 students from a public university participated in the study. Findings – The levels of knowledge, attitude and preventive behaviour are high. There are positive correlations among knowledge, attitude and preventive behaviour. Attitude is the best predictor for preventive behaviour. With knowledge and positive attitude towards the disease, the preventive behaviours are practiced. Novelty – Very limited studies have been done in Malaysia regarding the Zika disease. This study provides valuable insights of knowledge and attitude that influence prevention behaviour of the disease especially among university students." |
| Keywords: | Malaysia; Mosquito-borne Disease; Social Learning Theory; Students; Zika. |
| JEL: | I12 I21 |
| Date: | 2017–04–16 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr135&r=sea |
| By: | Mark Kasa (Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak Author-2-Name: Zaiton Hassan Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Cognitive Sciences and Human Development, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – It is a known fact that hotel employees are constantly working in a demanding work environment. The gruelling demand of the day-to-day operations and stress will eventually lead to the burnout dimensions (exhaustion and disengagement). This may have adverse effects to their relationship with their family members. Interestingly, Malaysian’s cultural dimension – collectivism; may explain this in a rather interesting discussion. Previous studies had revealed fascinating findings of a relationship between the burnout dimensions with work-family conflict (WFC) and how flow mediates the relationship between burnout dimensions with WFC Methodology/Technique – A primary survey of 233 hotel employees in Kuching, Malaysia revealed that indeed there is a correlation between the relationships and that flow mediates the variables. Findings – The results obtained from this study suggest the importance of hotel organizations in utilizing some proactive actions to promote flow experience among their employees. This article also discloses the practical implications and provides suggestions for future research in the similar field of study. Novelty – The research provides supported suggestions for proactive action to eliminate burnout at workplace." |
| Keywords: | Burnout dimensions; Disengagement; Exhaustion; Flow; Hotel industry; Work-family conflict. |
| JEL: | J21 J24 J51 |
| Date: | 2017–04–24 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr132&r=sea |
| By: | Nor Aniza Ahmad (Faculty of Educational Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia. Author-2-Name: Siti Aishah Hassan Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Educational Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia. Author-3-Name: Abdul Razak Ahmad Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Education, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia, Malaysia. Author-4-Name: Chua Lay Nee Author-4-Workplace-Name: Raja Melewar Teacher Trainee College, Malaysia. Author-5-Name: Nor Hashim Othman Author-5-Workplace-Name: SMK Mambau, Jalan Port Dickson, Malaysia) |
| Abstract: | Objective – The aim of this study is to identify and explore the relationship of parental engagement on teaching practices, student motivation, self-concept and academic achievement. Methodology/Technique – This study applies the perspectives of relevant ecological, socio-cultural and psychological theories. Samples comprise 1075 high school students who were randomly stratified across Malaysia. Data were extracted from questionnaires which were analyzed by Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) AMOS. Findings – Findings show that parental engagement, teaching practices, student motivation and self-concept have a significant relationship with academic achievement. Novelty – This study provides significant implications to the development of theoretical models for parental engagement, teaching practices, student motivation, self-concept and academic achievement in the Malaysian education system. |
| Keywords: | Academic Achievement; Motivation; Parental Engagement; Self-Concept; Teaching Practices. |
| JEL: | I21 I23 |
| Date: | 2016–12–29 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr111&r=sea |
| By: | Anny Retnowati (Faculty of Law, Universitas Atmajaya Yogyakarta, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This article deals with the prospective use of electronic medical records as instruments of evidence in criminal procedural law in Indonesia. In particular, this article concerns the usefulness of these records in criminal cases. Methodology/Technique – This article applies doctrinal research involving a consideration of the relevant legal norms. Hence, a qualitative method is used to analysis the relevant data. Findings – The study suggests the legal basis in article 184 of the KUHAP should be revised by adding electronic evidence so that the use of electronic medical records can be used as evidence in the criminal process in Indonesia. Novelty – The study tries to provide ways to enhance the evidencing in criminal process." |
| Keywords: | Electronic Medical Record; Criminal Process; Evidence; Indonesia. |
| JEL: | K14 O33 |
| Date: | 2017–02–06 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:gjbssr460&r=sea |
| By: | Hanif (Accounting Department, Insitutut Bisnis dan Informatika Kwik Kian Gie, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This research aims to analyze and deconstruct digital-based startup business practice and offer a new concept of sharing economy. The online transportation companies operated in Indonesia, have been selected as the subject of the research. Methodology/Technique – A critical paradigm referring to mato-based profit sharing accounting was used as a method of the research. Data was collected from online transportation companies’ websites as well as either news or media article published on mass media. Findings – On the other side, it has not completely been in line with the practice of profit sharing economy concept which has long been the ideal of the constitutional ideology of Indonesia. Thus, in the final section of this research, a new concept of sharing economy, which is relatively in line with the constitutional ideology of Indonesia is proposed for practice in startup companies. Novelty – The study proposes new concept of sharing economy for startup business." |
| Keywords: | Incentive; Startup Business; Sharing Economy; Profit-Sharing; Mato System; Constitutional Ideology. |
| JEL: | M13 M21 M41 |
| Date: | 2017–04–12 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr132&r=sea |
| By: | Evi Gravitiani (Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Seblas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Mugi Rahardjo Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Norma Sagita Pratiwi Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – Climate change has an impact on not only environmental problems, but also on socio-economic communities. Indonesia as an archipelago country has the second longest coastline after Canada. Indonesia has a high vulnerability to climate change, especially rising sea levels which can cause abrasion. Public awareness is needed to preserve the coastal area, to prevent potential disasters that may occur. Consequently, it is important to analyze the determinant factors of tourist’s willingness to pay (‘WTP’) for mitigation of abrasion and how much it would cost. This study also estimates how the relationship between a tourist’s WTP and abrasion on coasts in Yogyakarta. Methodology/Technique – A multiple linear regression method is used to estimate the determinant factors of a tourist’s WTP. The location of this study is on Kuwaru Beach and Pandansimo Beach in Bantul Regency, which have several indicators of the possibility of abrasions. Two hundred respondents were interviewed regarding the influence of socioeconomy and other factors to tourist’s WTP. Findings – That result is equivalent with the level of abrasion for each beach. Variables of education and income have significant effects on tourist’ WTP at Kuwaru Beach. While in Pandansimo Beach, age and education have significant effect on WTP. The average tourist’s WTP for mitigation in Kuwaru beach and Pandansimo beach at Yogyakarta are Rp 81,150.00 and Rp 62,250.00. Novelty – Mitigation on abrasion calls for community awareness amongst local citizens, tourists, and people who conduct business along the beach. For the two beaches studied, the variables used – sex ratio, age, education and income – have a significant effect on a tourists’ willingness to pay for abrasion mitigation." |
| Keywords: | Coastal Abrasion; Mitigation; Tourist; Willingness to Pay; Indonesia. |
| JEL: | Q25 R11 |
| Date: | 2017–04–19 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:gjbssr468&r=sea |
| By: | Eliza Ezzauddin Hussein (International Islamic University, Malaysia Author-2-Name: Tan Jian Shiang Author-2-Workplace-Name: International Islamic University, Malaysia Author-3-Name: Ayan Isse Wehelie Author-3-Workplace-Name: International Islamic University, Malaysia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This study looks at the addiction behaviour of Pokémon Go players in Malaysia. Its purpose is to identify the addiction behaviour of Pokémon Go players in terms of their awareness and attitude. Using the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB), the objectives of the study are (1) to identify the level of awareness, attitude and addiction behaviour of Pokémon Go players in Malaysia; (2) to determine the relationships among addiction behaviour, awareness, and attitude of Pokémon Go players; and (3) to investigate the mediating effect of attitude on awareness toward the addiction behaviour of Pokémon Go players. Methodology – This study employs the quantitative research design using a self-administered survey questionnaire for data collection. A total of 270 respondents are identified from selected places in the Klang Valley. Findings – The study finds that the addiction behaviour of Pokémon Go players are significantly related to awareness and attitude. In addition, attitude partially mediates the relationship between awareness and addiction behaviour on Pokémon Go players. Novelty – The level of Pokémon Go addiction behaviour is low. Therefore, it posits that the addiction behaviour of Pokémon Go is neither chronic nor a threatening phenomenon in Malaysia. " |
| Keywords: | "Gaming attitude; Malaysia; Pokémon Go addiction behaviour; Pokémon Go awareness; Theory of Planned Behaviour." |
| JEL: | D11 L82 L86 |
| Date: | 2017–05–14 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr133&r=sea |
| By: | Ratna Ayu Damayanti (Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Hasanuddin, Makassar, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Rahmawati Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics, STIE Muhammadiyah, Palopo, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Tenriwaru Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics, University of UMI, Makassar, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This study aims to explore the interaction between principal and agent relationship in traditional villages in the context of the budget. Also, this study shows the importance of local wisdom as a guide and as a source of knowledge, to fill and form the pattern of an agency relationship in the context of a more harmonious budget. Methodology/Technique – The research method used is ethnography. Ethnography is the science of writing about race, using a more contemporary language. Ethnography can provide detailed information on the daily activities of a culture in a group. Therefore, it could make detailed notes about the behavior and beliefs of the group from time to time. Findings – This study found that the interaction between principal and agent in traditional villages in the context of the budget have using local wisdom as a guide and as a source of knowledge. Balinese local wisdom forms the pattern of an agency relationship in the frame of a harmonious budget. The characteristics of Bali is very obvious from Hindu religion, customs, and culture. All are united in a harmonious atmosphere, which cannot be separated from the participation of all the components, as well as cultural heritage. The principle of people unity has been there long before Indonesia's independence, namely Pakraman village. Novelty – This study has explored the myth and value of traditional village in Bali by using ethnography methodology, which is taken the deep value of Bali tradition." |
| Keywords: | Budget, Agency Relationship, Village, Bali, Accounting. |
| JEL: | P11 R51 |
| Date: | 2017–04–15 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr145&r=sea |
| By: | Imron Mawardi (Universitas Airlangga, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Tika Widiastuti Author-2-Workplace-Name: Universitas Airlangga, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Ari Prasetyo Author-3-Workplace-Name: Universitas Airlangga, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – Islamic Microfinance Institutions (IMFIs) grown very rapidly in the last 10 years in Indonesia. On 2015, the number of IMFIs’ reached more than 5,000. As a business and social entity, IMFIs has various business models, the way in providing services and manages the business to achieve its goals. This study aims to determine the business models of IMFIs. Methodology/Technique – This study uses qualitative approach by case study technique of Robert K. Yin. Subjects of this study are IMFIs in Indonesia that selected purposively with managers as a key informant. Findings – The result is the business model of IMFI is determined by eight elements, namely: organizational orientation, business and social functions, the source of capital and allocation, investors and customers, financing usage, types of contract, allocation technique, and membership. Novelty – The elements that determine IMFI, will form a business model of IMFI which determine how IMFI runs its business activities to achieve organization objective." |
| Keywords: | Islamic Microfinance Institution; Business Model; Social Function. |
| JEL: | G21 L22 |
| Date: | 2017–03–16 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr124&r=sea |
| By: | Indra Siswanti (Management, Perbanas University, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Ubud Salim Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Brawijaya, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Eko Ganis Sukoharsono Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Brawijaya, Indonesia Author-4-Name: Siti Aisjah Author-4-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Brawijaya, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The objective of the study is to analyze the application of Islamic Corporate Governance (ICG) on Sustainable Business, focusing on Islamic Financial Performance as a mediating variable in Islamic Banks in Indonesia. Methodology/Technique – The population and sample in the study consists of 9 Islamic Banks. The study uses partial least square (PLS), and the data is collected from public reports for the period between 2010 and 2015. The variables of the study are: Islamic Corporate Governance as an independent variable, Sustainable Business as the dependent variable and Financial Performance as a mediating variable. Findings – The study shows that Islamic Corporate Governance (ICG) has a positive significant effect on Islamic Financial Performance, Islamic Corporate Governance (ICG) has no effect on Sustainable Business, and Islamic Financial Performance has a positive effect on Sustainable Business. The findings also show that Islamic Financial Performance can have an indirect impact to mediating the effect of Islamic Corporate Governance on Sustainable Business Islamic Bank. Novelty – Using Murabahah ratio to measure Islamic Financial Performance." |
| Keywords: | Islamic Corporate Governance; Islamic Financial Performance; Sustainable Business. |
| JEL: | G21 L22 M41 |
| Date: | 2017–05–04 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jfbr125&r=sea |
| By: | Nor Aniza Ahmad (Faculty of Educational Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia Author-2-Name: Siti Aishah Hassan Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Educational Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia, Malaysia Author-3-Name: Abdul Razak Ahmad Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Education, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Author-4-Name: Chua Lay Nee Author-4-Workplace-Name: Raja Melewar Teacher Trainee College, Malaysia Author-5-Name: Nor Hashim Othman Author-5-Workplace-Name: SMK Mambau, Malaysia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – Gender differences in education remain as one of the global issues that has been widely and comprehensively discussed. This study aims at exploring the pattern of academic achievement of boys and girls in Malaysia. Methodology/Technique – The study analyzes the data of student achievement in public examination from 2008 until 2014, which were obtained from the Malaysian Examination Board. Findings – The findings showed that Malaysian girls performed better than Malaysian boys. The findings also showed that there were significant differences in academic achievement between the boys and the girls. Novelty – This study implicated the need to identify the factors causing the achievement gap across genders. Hence, strategies and interventions can be undertaken to reduce the gap." |
| Keywords: | Academic Achievement; Boy’s Performance; Girl’s Performance; Gender Differences. |
| JEL: | I21 I23 |
| Date: | 2017–01–24 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:gjbssr451&r=sea |
| By: | Puteh Mariam Ismail (Faculty of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia Author-2-Name: Nor Farizal Mohammed Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia Author-3-Name: Mahfuzah Ahmad Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia Author-4-Name: "Normahiran Yatim" Author-4-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The purpose of this research is to examine the relationship between prior academic performances at the secondary school level with passing professional accounting examinations. Methodology/Technique – Data for this research was extracted from the database of the Department of Professional Accounting Studies, Faculty of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA. University Teknologi MARA or UiTM is the only local university offering professional accounting courses by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and is a Platinum Approved Learning Partner with ACCA. Data was extracted on the students’ success in completing ACCA, together with results of the secondary school examination Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM). The population used in this study included students who had either successfully completed or did not complete their professional studies at the university. The sample consisted of 780 students, of which 400 had not successfully graduated and 380 had successfully graduated. Data from 780 students were used for the statistical analysis. Findings – The study found that for successfully completion of professional accounting examinations, receiving distinction in Additional Mathematics during SPM, scoring a maximum number of A’s, and starting from the science stream were highly significant. Novelty – This research is significant as it contributes to the literature on professional accounting education. It may be used to review prerequisites for entering professional accounting courses, which would help increase the number of professional accountants in Malaysia." |
| Keywords: | "Professional Accounting Qualifications; Success; Secondary School Performance; Examinations; English; Mathematics; Science; Malaysia" |
| JEL: | M30 M31 M41 |
| Date: | 2017–04–21 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr127&r=sea |
| By: | Yurniwati (Andalas University, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Amsal Djunid Author-2-Workplace-Name: Andalas University, Indonesia. Author-3-Name: Nini Sumarni Author-3-Workplace-Name: Andalas University, Indonesia. Author-4-Name: Ike Pranita Author-4-Workplace-Name: Andalas University, Indonesia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This study examines the influence of the quality of an audit to the relationship of Other Comprehensive Income (OCI) and Relevance of Value Accounting Information, and Asymmetry of Information in Indonesia’s companies. Methodology/Technique – This research uses secondary data obtained from the company's annual report in 2012 - 2014. A purposive sampling method is used to collect data and the analysis of the hypothesis was conducted using multiple linear regression analysis. Findings – The research has shown that Quality of Audit has a significant influence to the relationship of the OCI disclosure and Relevance of Value Accounting Information has a value of sig. 0.000, F calculate is 26.816 larger than F table 2.396 and adjusted R square 0.241. Novelty – The study looks at the disclosures of OCI component’s role in the investors decision making and it increases value relevance of accounting information and reducing information asymmetry." |
| Keywords: | Comprehensive Income (OCI); Relevance of Value Accounting Information; Information Asymmetry; Quality of Audit. |
| JEL: | D82 M41 M42 |
| Date: | 2017–01–08 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:gjbssr457&r=sea |
| By: | Nur Afifah (University of Tanjungpura, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Ilzar Daud Author-2-Workplace-Name: University of Tanjungpura, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective –This study sets out to examine the conceptual framework and empirical test of CCI toward on the PDAM Tirta Khatulistiwa Pontianak, West Kalimantan Indonesia. It is also keen to explore how customers identify the company and what the antecedents and consequences of the identification which will give impact on customer relationships. This study contributes to the practical and scientific marketing that the identification of customers to the company can be used by company to make products that match customer expectations. Furthermore, the presence of CCI can be used by the company to establish marketing relationships with the customers. Methodology –This study is explanatory approach, 210 customers from three service areas were recruited as participants. The study used SEM inferential statistical approach where Smart PLS program was used as the analysis technique. Findings –Results of this study showed that: Customers of PDAM Tirta Khatulistiwa identify companies based on five dimensions, including; external company image, employee in services, company's products, characteristics of the company and the technology used by the company. In addition consequences of CCI is positive for relationship marketing. Finally, employee in services, products the company, and technology used by the company has contributed to the development of CCI. Novelty – The study put emphasize with its original data on building resource-based strategy (RBV)." |
| Keywords: | Identification; Social Identity Theory; Customer Company Identification; Relationship Marketing. |
| JEL: | L12 L21 M14 |
| Date: | 2017–05–14 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr137&r=sea |
| By: | Taguchi, Hiroyuki; Nishi, Emiko, Darcy |
| Abstract: | This article examines the trade creation and diversion effects of ASEAN-Plus-China (ACFTA) and -Japan (AJFTA) free trade agreements with focuses on production stage and machinery industry by estimating the gravity trade model for the recent two decades between 1993 and 2015. The purpose for focusing on the trade flows by production stages (final goods and intermediate goods) and by industries (machinery and non-machinery) is to uncover the effects of ACFTA and AJFTA on the expanding international production networks in East Asia. The main findings are summarized as follows. First, regarding industry total, the trade creation effects of ACFTA and AJFTA are identified not in intermediate goods but in final goods. It might come from the larger tariff gaps between the Most Favored Nation (MFN) rates and the preferential rate for ASEAN in final goods than in intermediate goods, reflecting the structure of “tariff escalation”. Comparing the effects of ACFTA and AJFTA, the larger trade creation effects are found in ACFTA than in AJFTA, probably due to the larger tariff gaps with the higher MFN rates in China. As for machinery industry, the trade creation effects are verified on ACFTA probably due to the large tariff gaps with the still-existing high MFN in China, while no trade creation effects are found because of no tariff gaps with almost zero MFN rates in Japan. |
| Keywords: | ASEAN-plus-China and –Japan free trade agreement, Production stage, Machinery industry, trade creation and diversion effects |
| JEL: | F13 F14 O53 |
| Date: | 2017–09 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:pra:mprapa:81628&r=sea |
| By: | Evi Gravitiani (Faculty of Economics and Business, UniversitasSebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Suryanto Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, UniversitasSebelas Maret, Surakarta, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This research aims to map and identify the areas vulnerable to flood in Central Java Province, Indonesia, using Geography Information System (GIS) and value the economic impact on flood mitigation using Contingent Valuation Methods (CVM). Methodology/Technique – The data regarding geographical, demographical, socio-economic, and topographical condition collected from local governments in Central Java Province, Meteorology and Geophysics Board, the Statistical Bureau, and Planning and Development Boar. Findings – Spatial analysis with GIS provides evidence that Surakarta, Sragen, and Sukoharjo districts are more vulnerable to flood than other districts in Central Java Province. This evidence points the need to conduct a thorough study on these areas. Novelty – This research contributes to empirical study, methodology, and policy implications." |
| Keywords: | Spatial Analysis; Flood Impact; Local Wisdom; Economic Valuation; Willingness to Pay. |
| JEL: | C21 Q51 Q54 |
| Date: | 2017–03–18 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber126&r=sea |
| By: | Joseph J. Capuno (School of Economics, University of the Philippines Diliman) |
| Abstract: | The Philippines has a long history of internecine warfare or conflicts, especially in Mindanao where the secessionist conflicts alone since the 1970s have resulted in enormous human and economic costs. That violent social discords remain varied and widespread in Mindanao underscores the need for a better understanding of their causes to guide policy. Applying regression analysis on a panel dataset for 2011-2014, we examine the factors behind the municipal- and city-level incidence of violent conflicts related to political, identity and shadow-economy issues in the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao. Indicating that geography matters, we find evidence that conflicts spill over between neighboring localities, although the type of conflicts in one locality may not be same as that in its neighbors. Having many neighbors makes a locality more susceptible to political or identity conflicts, while those lying along the coast are more prone to shadow-economy conflicts. Indicating the importance of the quality of local governance, there are fewer cases of identity conflicts in localities where the mayor was re-elected, but more cases of shadow-economy and identity conflicts where the mayor and the vice-mayor or the district representative to Congress are relatives or belong to the same political clan. Also, we find the level of local government fiscal resources to be associated with lower incidence of identity conflicts, but also with higher incidence of disputes related to the underground economy. Moreover, the incidence of identity or shadow economy conflicts is higher in cities and in highly-urbanized provincial capitals than in municipalities. Finally, we find that political conflicts are indeed more frequent in 2013 (election year), and that both identity and shadow economy conflicts have become prevalent in 2014 than in 2011. These results identify some critical areas for interventions to reduce the occurrence or spread of violent discords in ARMM. |
| Keywords: | Political conflicts; identity conflicts; shadow economy; local governments; negative binomial model; Mindanao |
| JEL: | O17 O18 R10 H77 |
| Date: | 2017–09 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:phs:dpaper:201707&r=sea |
| By: | Siti Aminah Abd Wahab1 ("Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences (KIRKHS), International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Malaysia." Author-2-Name: Nur Hafifah Jamalludin Author-2-Workplace-Name: "Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences (KIRKHS), International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Malaysia." Author-3-Name: Saodah Wok Author-3-Workplace-Name: "Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences (KIRKHS), International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), Malaysia.") |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This study focuses on factors determining Pokémon Go addiction behaviour among players in Malaysia. Using the Personal Construct Theory (PCT), the relationship between perception of Pokémon Go players and their addiction behaviour toward the game is examined. The objectives of this study are (1) to identify the levels of perception and addiction behaviour of the Pokémon Go players in Malaysia; (2) to determine the relationship between perception and addiction behaviour of the Pokémon Go players; and (3) to investigate the moderating effects of age, gender and ethnicity on the relationship between perception and addiction behaviour of the Pokémon Go players. Methodology/Technique – The study employs the quantitative research design. The data are collected from 270 respondents using a self-administered questionnaire. Findings – The results show that even though the addiction behaviour of Pokémon Go players is low, the perception of Pokémon Go players towards the game is positive. Therefore, both addiction behaviour and perception are positively related. Age and gender are found to be moderate in the relationship between perception and addiction behaviour. With these results, the assumptions of PCT hold true. Novelty – The present study examines the relationship between perception of Pokémon Go players and their addiction behaviour toward the game. This research can provide insights regarding mobile gaming having similar features as the Pokémon Go" |
| Keywords: | "Gender; Malaysia; Mobile Games; Perception on Pokémon Go; Personal Construct Theory. " |
| JEL: | D11 L82 L86 |
| Date: | 2017–04–18 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr142&r=sea |
| By: | Sulaeman Rahman Nidar (Lecturer of Economic and Business Faculty, Padjadjaran University, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Nurul Ulfa Author-2-Workplace-Name: Alumnae of Master Science of Management Padjadjaran University, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – In an efficient capital market, the price of a stock reflects the outstanding and relevant information. However, some studies find that is the capital markets are not always efficient. Sometimes investors put too high a price, good news and vice versa. That’s why there are variety of capital market anomalies such as the price reversal. This research, test share return following one day a big change of the share price in the Indonesia capital market. Methodology/Technique – The unit of analysis in this study are the stocks that listed in the Jakarta Islamic Index. Then we used purposive sampling method for sampling and 21 samples obtained shares. These samples, then classified into 11 shares 10 shares winner and a loser. Analysis the user is paired sample t-test and doubled regression. In addition, double regression analysis with market overreaction, dividend policy, firm size and the January effect as independent variables and price reversal as the dependent variable. Findings – Regression test showed that in the group winner stocks, market overreaction, firm size and January effect have an effect on signs of price reversal. And dividend policy has no significant influence. For the group of loser stocks, market overreaction, dividend policy, firm size and January effect affect both simultaneously and partially on price reversal. Novelty – The study contributes decision making of investors in Indonesia financial market with its evidences." |
| Keywords: | Market Overreaction; Dividend Policy; Firm Size; January Effect; Price Reversal. |
| JEL: | G11 G14 M41 |
| Date: | 2017–04–11 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr136&r=sea |
| By: | Rachmat Kriyantono (School of Communication, Universitas Brawijaya, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The research focuses on applying semantic meaning theory and semantic differential scale to marketing communication, particularly co-branding products strategy, as an external stimulus to the consumers. The research aims to evaluate a hypothesis that co-brands have different meaning from the consumers, however, the consumers would express more positive meaning –evaluation, activity, potency- toward a parent brand. Methodology – Although co-branding products have been in use for some time, there is surprisingly little quantitative empirical research on the subject. Findings – A survey on 100 respondents reveals that although co-brands –Avanza and Xenia- have identical products, they have different meaning from the consumers, and the consumers express more positive meaning –evaluation, activity, potency- toward Avanza rather than Xenia. Novelty – It contributes to develop the study of co-branding in Indonesia." |
| Keywords: | Co-branding Product, Indonesia, Marketing Communication, Osgood’s Semantic Differential, Semantic Meaning Theory. |
| JEL: | M31 M37 |
| Date: | 2017–05–18 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr140&r=sea |
| By: | Chatterji, Shurojit (School of Economics, Singapore Management University); Sen, Arunava (Indian Statistical Institute); Zeng, Huaxia (School of Economics, Singapore Management University) |
| Abstract: | This paper proves the following result: every path-connected domain of preferences that admits a strategy-proof, unanimous, tops-only random social choice function satisfying a compromise property is single-peaked. Conversely, every single-peaked domain admits a random social choice function satisfying these properties. Single-peakedness is defined with respect to arbitrary trees. The paper provides a justification of the salience of single-peaked preferences and evidence in favor of the Gul conjecture (Barberà 2010). |
| Keywords: | Random social choice functions; strategy-proofness; compromise; single-peaked preferences. |
| JEL: | D71 |
| Date: | 2016–05–01 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:ris:smuesw:2016_011&r=sea |
| By: | Muhamad Badri Othman (Faculty of Economics and Muamalat, Universiti Sains Islam Malaysia, Malaysia Author-2-Name: Author-2-Workplace-Name: Author-3-Name: Author-3-Workplace-Name: Author-4-Name: Author-4-Workplace-Name: Author-5-Name: Author-5-Workplace-Name: Author-6-Name: Author-6-Workplace-Name: Author-7-Name: Author-7-Workplace-Name: Author-8-Name: Author-8-Workplace-Name:) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This paper aims to discuss and analyse whether the participation of long established conventional insurance conglomerates will be positive towards the development of the Takaful, particularly in the aspect of the operators’ compliance towards Shari’ah requirements. Methodology/Technique – The study reviews literature in related area. Findings – Findings indicate that the merger and acquisition (M&A) which have taken place recently by other foreign insurers with our local Takaful operators show that the growth of this industry is promising for years to come for the foreign insurers to tap into our Takaful market. Novelty – The study attempts to provides insight on effect of foreign companys’ merger and acquisition strategies in Takaful market." |
| Keywords: | Islamic finance; Islamic Financial Services Act 2013; merger and acquisition; Shari’ah compliance; Takaful. |
| JEL: | G22 K23 |
| Date: | 2017–03–09 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jfbr122&r=sea |
| By: | Hsu, Wen-Tai (School of Economics, Singapore Management University); Lu, Yi (National Singapore of Singapore); Wu, Guiying Laura (Nanyang Techonological University) |
| Abstract: | This paper provides a quantitative analysis of gains from trade for China over the period of 1995-2004, which was when China's openness drastically improved. We decompose gains from trade in two ways. First, we disentangle pro-competitive effects from a traditional Ricardian effect. Second, we separate the effect due to tariff reductions from that due to reductions in non-tariff trade costs. Our quantitative analysis shows that the pro-competitive effects account for 25.4% of the total welfare gains from trade, whereas the allocative efficiency alone accounts for 22.3%. We also find that tariff reductions account for about 31.6% of reductions of overall trade costs, whereas the associated relative contribution to overall gains is slightly larger at 39.6%. In our multi-sector analysis, we find that when a sectoral markup is higher in 1995, there tends to be a larger reduction in the respective sectoral trade cost between 1995 and 2004, a tendency that is generally welfare improving. One methodological advantage of this paper's quantitative framework is that its application is not constrained by industrial or product classifications, and so it can be applied to countries of any size. |
| Date: | 2016–05–07 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:ris:smuesw:2016_009&r=sea |
| By: | Aida Maria Ismail (Faculty of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA,Malaysia Author-2-Name: Douglas Suai Anak Dimbap Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Accountancy, Universiti Teknologi MARA,Malaysia Author-3-Name: Jamaliah Said Author-3-Workplace-Name: "Accounting Research Institute (ARI), Universiti Teknologi MARA 40450, Selangor, Malaysia ") |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The purpose of this research is to map the level of ethics and integrity practices in the Royal Malaysian Police (RMP) using the Global Ethics and Integrity Benchmark. Methodology/Technique – A survey questionnaire method was adopted where it was distributed randomly to 100 police personnel. The respondents score ethics and integrity practices in the organization based on the five factors or categories namely Leadership, Organization Culture, Infrastructure, Legal Compliance, Policies & Rules and Individual. Findings – Results indicate that RMP officers practice integrity in discharging their duty and the organization establishes its own integrity module. They are also willing to admit their mistake and perceive the organization promote integrity practices at the workplace. The officers are also transparent in declaring their assets. Construct E11 to E14 which mean scores ranging from 1.46 to 1.81 indicates that RMP officers agreed that life pressure cause them to compromise integrity practices. Novelty – This study contributes RMP to improve and to move forward to become integrity champion among enforcement agency in Malaysia." |
| Keywords: | " Integrity; National Integrity Plan (NIP); Malaysian Institute of Integrity (IIM); Enforcement Agency Integrity Commission (EAIC); Enforcement Agency; Royal Malaysian Police (RMP); Global Ethics and Integrity Benchmark. " |
| JEL: | A13 H56 |
| Date: | 2017–03–25 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr123&r=sea |
| By: | Rahma Nida (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University); Mohamad Fahmi (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University) |
| Abstract: | The one of the factors that becomes an important indicator for voting a candidate in an election is the candidate religion. Many literatures founds that the candidate religion becomes more important than the achievements or platform offered by the candidate. In addition, in voting candidates, an individual may also be influenced by the social context. This study aims to measure whether there is influence of differences in individual social characteristics and differences in social characteristics of the community in voting candidate based on the same religion. We use multilevel logistics analysis method to answer this research. Required data is retrieved from IFLS 5 from household books and community books. Our findings are a muslim women, older Muslims, and Muslims living in the neighborhood of more Muslim percentages will tend to vote for candidates based on the same religion. However, an individual with a high level of education does not have a tendency to vote on the candidate's religion. |
| Keywords: | voting behavior, religion, Indonesia |
| JEL: | Z1 |
| Date: | 2017–09 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:unp:wpaper:201702&r=sea |
| By: | Astrid Rudyanto (Trisakti School of Management, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This research analyzes the effect of state ownership, family ownership, and the effectiveness of the board’s moderating role on sustainability report quality of Indonesian companies. Methodology/Technique – Sustainability report quality is a factor analysis of percentage of disclosure quantity score with GRI G3 and G4 (content analysis), the natural logarithm of the number of pages, existence of opinion, and existence of an independent party assessment on GRI application check, independent party assessment. Board effectiveness is divided into three categories: independence, size, and competence. Findings – Using data of 123 companies listed on the Indonesian Stock Exchange between 2010 and 2014, it is found that state ownership, board effectiveness based on independence, and competence positively affect sustainability report quality while family ownership and board effectiveness based on size do not affect sustainability report quality. For board effectiveness moderating role, board effectiveness based on independence and size strengthen state ownership effect on sustainability report quality. Meanwhile, board effectiveness does not weaken family ownership effect on sustainability report quality. Novelty – This research contributes to literature regarding the relationship between corporate governance and sustainability report quality, particularly the effectiveness of a board’s moderating role to sustainability report quality, which is scarcely researched." |
| Keywords: | "Sustainability Report Quality; State Ownership; Family Ownership; Board Effectiveness; Corporate Governance; Stakeholder." |
| JEL: | G32 M41 Q56 |
| Date: | 2017–04–12 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr129&r=sea |
| By: | Suryanto (The Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Sutrisno Author-2-Workplace-Name: The Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia. Author-3-Name: Evi Gravitiani Author-3-Workplace-Name: The Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia. Author-4-Name: Fitri Susilowati Author-4-Workplace-Name: The Faculty of Economics, Universitas PGRI Yogyakarta, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The focus of this research is the analysis of vulnerability and factors that influence willingness to pay (WTP) to cope with flood. Other result of this research is economic valuation of flood impact on paddy field in particular. Methodology/Technique – This research used the descriptive and quantitative method. Its data were collected through direct interviews with 380 respondents. Its samples were scattered in 11 sub-districts and 94 villages. The representatives of each village were 4 respondents, by adding two respondents from Wedi Sub-district and 2 respondents from Cawas Sub-district. Proportional sampling technique was employed to determine the research samples with criteria: very close ( 100 m) from the river. Its data were analyzed by using contingent valuation methods (CVM). Findings – The results of the research are as follows. Many activities have been implemented to mitigate flood in Klaten Regency, but many problems have been encountered due to the limitations of Government Budget (APBD). The variables of income of family/household, water level, distance, and loss have a significant effect on the WTP. In majority, the respondents (72.27%) have the WTP for flood mitigation activities with the average WTP of 15,391 IDR. Novelty – Economic valuation of flood mitigation programs and activities is required as to further enhance the role of the community, taking into account factors affecting the WTP. The local government should take advantage of the public's WTP to support flood mitigation activities among neighbourhood, village, sub-district and regency." |
| Keywords: | Vulnerability; Flood Mitigation; Contingent Valuation; Willingness to Pay (WTP). |
| JEL: | D12 H84 |
| Date: | 2017–03–16 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber135&r=sea |
| By: | Dwi Prasetyani (Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Akhmad Daerobi Author-2-Workplace-Name: Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This research is built on the argument that providing farmers with more access to natural resources can reduce poverty and so increase production in farming, particularly in the case of Wonogiri. Methodology/Technique – The method of analysis used for this research is the IRAP (Integrated Rural Accessibility Planning) method which was developed by the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the government agencies of Africa and Asia. Findings – Based on the calculation of access, it is noted that priority problems of access to productive resources can be resolved by focusing on four factors. First is Education - Strategies that can be implemented is the construction of new schools, particularly junior and senior high schools. Second is Health - Strategies that can be implemented is to increase farmers’ access to water resources and to increase the number of general practitioners available such as specialists and dentists. Third is Agriculture - Strategies that can be done is to improve existing markets, add new markets, and develop new farmer groups. Fourth is Support - Strategies that can be done is by building layers of foundation and paving stones and casting roads on the remaining land. Of utmost importance is Education. Novelty – New found strategies that can be implemented include the construction of new schools for poor farmers." |
| Keywords: | "Dryland Farmers; Productive Resources; Wonogiri; IRAP; Access; Strategy. " |
| JEL: | Q13 Q18 |
| Date: | 2016–12–24 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber118&r=sea |
| By: | Purmini (Universitas Bengkulu); Sutyastie Soemitro Remi (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University); Yayan Satyakti (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University); Mohamad Fahmi (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University); Iqbal Dawam Wibisono (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University) |
| Abstract: | In almost all society in the world, women are assigned by culture to be the primary caregiver for the children in the households (UNDP, 1995 in Glick, 2002). Despite their primary role in the household, mothers can also contribute to their family by involving themselves in employment activity. This can potentially improve the wellbeing of their family, including their children's education. Using multilevel mixedeffects probit, this study examines the effect of mother’s employment on children’s schooling with panel data from Indonesian Family Life Survey (IFLS) 2000 and 2007. Result shows that mother’s employment have a positive impact on children’s schooling decision.The results also demonstrate the effect of variables such as mother and father education, mother and father income, numbers of siblings, and family wealth. In addition, this study also compares the effect in urban and rural area, different regions, and different religions. However, this study confirms that mother's employment have an important role on children's schooling decision. |
| Keywords: | mother's employment, education, Indonesia |
| JEL: | D1 I2 |
| Date: | 2016–12 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:unp:wpaper:201603&r=sea |
| By: | Ayuningtyas Yuli Hapsari (Universitas Widyatama, Indonesia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The research aims to test influence of promotion in social media and effect of brand equity on Consumer Buying Interest. Methodology/Technique – This research uses descriptive verification method that examines many as 115 respondents with 15-40 years of age category, because it is an age of active users of social media such as: Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, etc. This study also uses primary data is based on interviews during the pre-survey and distribute questionnaires. After that at the time of processing the data, this study using multiple regression analysis as a verification method to measure how much digital video as a media campaign on consumer buying interest as well as to determine how much influence the brand equity on consumer buying interest as active users of social media Findings – After passing the calculations using regression and t-test, promotion through social media consisting of online communities and forums, blogs and social networks has a very strong influence on consumer buying interest compared to brand equity. This can be enhanced by strengthening social networking through social media to increase product sales, many companies still believe that social media as a low-cost promotional media but can increase sales, more promotion in social media will increase brand equity in the minds of consumers, so that in the end will benefit both sides. Novelty – The research conducted in the context of Indonesia with original data on brand equity effect on confidence of consumers." |
| Keywords: | Digital Video; Promotion; Brand Equity; Consumer Buying Interest; Social Media. |
| JEL: | M31 M37 |
| Date: | 2017–06–12 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr158&r=sea |
| By: | Le Thi Mai ("Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities, Department of Sociology, Ton Duc Thang University, Vietnam " Author-2-Name: "Bui Loan Thuy " Author-2-Workplace-Name: "Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities, Ton Duc Thang University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam " Author-3-Name: Do Xuan Ha Author-3-Workplace-Name: "Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities, Ton Duc Thang University, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam ") |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This research primarily focuses on the subject of social integration and related issues. Social integration is interpreted as being the process of inclusion and acceptance of individuals in a system, the creation of relationships among individuals and their subsequent attitudes towards society. It is the result of conscious and motivated interaction and cooperation between individuals and groups Methodology/Technique – This paper is based on information that came from a case study undertaken in 2014 on the Penghu Islands and in Taipei, Taiwan. Quantitative data was collected from the available literature and qualitative data derived from interviews and the observation of 31 people including Vietnamese women who married Taiwanese husbands; local government officers. Findings – Evidence from this research showed that social integration and related issues are highly influential in determining the success, or failure of cross-border marriages. The three types of social integration (formal residential, social and community and personal) overlap and complement each other to promote the social integration of Vietnamese women who married Taiwanese men. Novelty – It is hoped that these research findings will provide a valuable resource for researchers, theorists of social integration, those interested in the impact of social capital on the lives of community members and community leaders concerned with the impact of relationships that bind the community to community. " |
| Keywords: | Social Integration; Vietnam-Taiwan; International Marriage. |
| JEL: | J12 J15 |
| Date: | 2017–03–10 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr129&r=sea |
| By: | Agus Salim (Faculty of Economics and Business, Brawijaya University, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Margono Setiawan Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business Brawijaya University, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Rofiaty Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business Brawijaya University, Indonesia Author-4-Name: Fatchur Rohman Author-4-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business Brawijaya University, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objectives – The purpose of this study is to examine and explain the effect of bank service quality and the handling of customer complaints on customer loyalty in public sector banks in Jakarta. This bank has been the subject of several complaints to the Indonesian Consumers Foundation and the Financial Services Authority. Methodology/Technique – The variables in this study are: bank service quality 19 indicators, handling of customer complaints 4 indicators, 29 indicators of customer loyalty, and customer satisfaction 4 indicators. Findings – The research displays the proposed conceptual model, namely the main determining features of customer loyalty. Novelty – The study developed framework for future research." |
| Keywords: | "Bank Service Quality; Handling of Customer Complaints; Customer Satisfaction; Customer Loyalty; Public Sector Banks; Indonesia." |
| JEL: | D11 D21 G21 |
| Date: | 2017–05–12 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jfbr127&r=sea |
| By: | Ernoiz Antriyandarti (Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Susi Wuri Ani Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The Indonesian rice sector seems to lose global competitiveness, and the government intervenes in the market to achieve food self-sufficiency. Particularly, in the main rice producing areas of Central Java, the rice sector does not have a comparative and competitive advantage due to small farm size. Then, we need to investigate the reasons why the farm sizes of rice producers are still small. Methodology/Technique – We hypothesize that the existence of surplus labor in rural areas restrains farm size enlargement. Therefore, we need to examine the existence of surplus labor in study area. By using the empirical model of the Cobb Douglas production function, we test the hypothesis of surplus labor. The estimation result shows that there is a surplus of labor in the study area. Findings – In addition, we examine the impact of surplus labor on land lease market in rural area. This study proves empirically that there is surplus labor in rural areas; therefore, farmers have difficulty finding job opportunities in sectors other than farming. In such a case, they prefer to cultivate rather than lease their land. Novelty – This result implies that the existence of surplus labor restricts the number of land lease contract. As a result, the land lease supply in the land lease market has become very limited. Thus, the existence of surplus labor in rural areas would be a constraint of farm size enlargement. This is the first study which explores the relationship between surplus labor and land lease market in the main rice producer area in Central Java." |
| Keywords: | Impact; Existence; Surplus Labour; Land Lease Market; Farm Size Enlargement. |
| JEL: | E24 H83 |
| Date: | 2017–04–17 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber133&r=sea |
| By: | Rina Hermawati (Faculty of Social and Political Science, Universitas Padjadjaran, Indonesia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The presence of street vendors in public places has emerged some problems, such as disordered situation, traffic jam and decreasing aesthetics of the city. In order to overcome the problems, Bandung have some policies issued such as relocation, arrangement and business loans. However, these policies never completely solve the street vendors problems. This research will describe the strategy of street vendors in retaining the existence of their selling place. Methodology/Technique – The research took place in Bandung using the qualitative approach. Bandung is one of the big city in Indonesia and also capital of west java province. The activity of data collection was conducted through participant observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Findings – The result of the research shows that the strategy of street vendors in resisting the city government was conducted through various ways, both disguised and open ones. Both types of resistance were committed individually and collectively. Novelty – This article describes the tactics and strategies developed by the street vendors to face the government policy." |
| Keywords: | Street Vendors; Public Places; Public Policy; Resistance; Relocation. |
| JEL: | P25 J48 |
| Date: | 2017–03–13 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber125&r=sea |
| By: | Magdalene Ang Chooi Hwa (Center for Research on Women and Gender, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Malaysia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – Employers’ perceptions towards persons with disabilities (PWDs) are crucial such that they can directly influence intention to hire disabled workers. The aim of the current study was to examine whether employers perceive women with disabilities and men with disabilities differently with respect to disability type and on several employmentrelated concerns. Methodology/Technique – Data were obtained from a sample of 201 employers in East Malaysia via a survey questionnaire. Findings – The findings suggest that employers’ perceptions were influenced by disability type as well as were genderspecific on matters relating to absenteeism, work quality and supervision but not loyalty and business costs. Interestingly, employers were found to express more favorable perceptions towards women with disabilities than men with disabilities. In terms of disability type, men with physical disabilities and women with auditory/communication disability were perceived the most favorably. Novelty – Demonstrate the originality/value of the research which makes it different from prior studies. " |
| Keywords: | "Persons with Disabilities; Employers; Gender, East Malaysia. " |
| JEL: | J14 J16 |
| Date: | 2017–03–19 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr121&r=sea |
| By: | Novi Damayanti (Islamic University of Darul Ulum Lamongan, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The purpose of this paper is to investigate whether work environment, job satisfaction and work motivation influences the performance of accounting lecturers. Methodology/Technique – This paper is based on a questionnaire survey of lecturers in three universities, UNISDA, UNISLA, STIE situated in Dahlan Lamongan, Indonesia. Findings – The findings indicate that work motivation is the dominant factor affecting the performance of the accounting lecturers. Work environment, job satisfaction and work motivation jointly, have a positive influence on the performance of the accounting lecturers. Novelty – The study provides ways to increase the performance of accounting lecturers so that they will be able to produce reliable scholar graduates." |
| Keywords: | Work Environment; Work Satisfaction; Work Motivation; Indonesia. |
| JEL: | J81 J83 |
| Date: | 2016–12–19 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr120&r=sea |
| By: | Hendra Pratama (Master of Management, Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Budi Suprapto Author-2-Workplace-Name: Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This study was conducted to determine the effect of brand image, price and awareness toward brand loyalty through customer satisfaction. In this study, 260 questionnaires were distributed to Samsung smartphone holders. Methodology/Technique – This research was conducted in Indonesia with the object of the research being the Samsung brands in relation to smartphones. The criteria of the respondents used was consumers who have used Samsung smartphones at least twice. In this study, as many as 260 questionnaires were distributed. Findings – The results use multiple linear regression analysis, indicating that brand image and brand awareness significantly effect brand loyalty, while price does not have a significant effect on brand loyalty. Further, brand image significantly effects customer satisfaction. The study also found that customer satisfaction mediates the effect of brand image on brand loyalty. Novelty – The study uses original data to identify influences on brand loyalty." |
| Keywords: | Brand Awareness; Brand Image; Brand Loyalty; Customer Satisfaction; Price. |
| JEL: | L11 L15 M30 |
| Date: | 2017–04–12 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:gjbssr469&r=sea |
| By: | Kritiya Rujichok (Nakhon Pathom Rajabhat University, Thailand. Author-2-Name: Sudithinee Obayavath Author-2-Workplace-Name: Sukhothai Thamathirat Open University, Bangkok, Thailand) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The purposes of this research were to examine and study political communication factors affecting university students’ political participation. Methodology/Technique – The population was 2,613 university students from all over Thailand. Quantitative methodology was applied to survey students’ opinions. The research instrument was a questionnaire. The statistics used for data analysis were percentage, mean, standard deviation and factor analysis. The factors affecting political participation were analyzed and used to find an effective strategy to promote political participation. Findings – The research results showed that the factors affecting knowledge building in politics were family, university and classmates. Students’ political decision making was based on their role models, e.g. idols, actors and musicians. The students did not agree with vote buying; however, they could not stop family or community leaders from doing it because of the seniority-based culture. Novelty – The results provide suggested guidelines for developing students’ political participation." |
| Keywords: | "Political Communication; Student Political Participation; Political Attitude; Political Knowledge; Political Public Consciousness." |
| JEL: | D83 H10 |
| Date: | 2017–03–15 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber128&r=sea |
| By: | Hansen Viriya (Universitas Multimedia Nusantara, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Rosita Suryaningsih Author-2-Workplace-Name: Universitas Multimedia Nusantara, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The objective of this study is to observe the effects of managerial ownership, institutional ownership, dividend policy, firm growth, business risk, liquidity, and profitability on debt policy. Methodology/Technique – Using the purposive sampling method, secondary data were retrieved from 16 firms that fulfil the criteria of this study. Analysis was made through the multiple regression method. Findings – The results of this research indicate that: (1) managerial ownership has a significantly negative effect on debt policy, (2) institutional ownership has no positive effect on debt policy, (3) dividend policy has no negative effect on debt policy, (4) firm growth has no positive effect on debt policy, (5) business risk has a significantly positive effect on debt policy, (6) liquidity policy has a significantly negative effect on debt policy, (7) profitability has no negative effect on debt policy, (8) managerial ownership, institutional ownership, dividend policy, firm growth, business risk, liquidity, and profitability, simultaneously, have a significant effect on debt policy. Novelty – This study implies that all the independent variables are related to debt policy, simultaneously. This shows that the regression model has an appropriate fit in estimating the accrual value of the model." |
| Keywords: | "Business Risk, Debt Policy, Dividend Policy, Liquidity and Profitability, Managerial and Institutional Ownership." |
| JEL: | G32 G35 |
| Date: | 2017–03–25 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jfbr117&r=sea |
| By: | Syed Jamal Abdul Nasir Syed Mohamad (Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. Author-2-Name: Roshidi Hassan Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. Author-3-Name: "Mohamed Zakaria Mohamed Yahya" Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The objective of this quasi-experimental study is to examine the impact of BASO Model-Based Strategic Planning Training (as the independent variable) and Training Follow up Sessions (as the mediating variable) towards Rural Community Mosque organizational performance. This research also examines the effect of transformational leadership as a moderating factor towards mosque organizational effectiveness. Methodology/Technique – This study uses BASO Model-Based Strategic Planning Training and is supported by Follow up Sessions. The study shows that mosque leaders can produce a comprehensive BASO model-based document outlining the strategic intentions for all four sample mosques. The present study also gathered results six months after the initial test, on the execution of the sample mosques’ short-term action plans. Findings – The empirical data demonstrates a significant contribution of technical consultancy, peer review meetings and management support as mediating factors towards mosque organisational effectiveness. Therefore, BASO model-based strategic planning training is supported by the training follow up sessions. Novelty – This method is considered useful for implementation in Rural Mosques, within the context of FELDA, Malaysia and globally. " |
| Keywords: | Organisational Effectiveness, Strategic Planning Training, Training Follow Up, Transformational Leadership. |
| Date: | 2017–06–08 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr145&r=sea |
| By: | Nurul Istiqomah (Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Sebelas Maret Surakarta, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Supriyono Author-2-Workplace-Name: Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Sebelas Maret Surakarta, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Izza Mafruhah Author-3-Workplace-Name: Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Sebelas Maret Surakarta, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | Objective – This research carries three objectives. First, it aims to analyse the variables that affect readiness in facing the AEC. Second, it aims to analyse aspects that can affect the preparation of the empowerment model based on the economic potentials of the Wonogiri community for export opportunities. Finally, it aims to see how the proposed model can be implemented as an empowerment model. Methodology/Technique – The analytical tools used in this research include a descriptive statistical analysis and the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) is used to determine aspects affecting the preparation of the empowerment model. In the Qualitative analysis of the implementation of the empowerment model, data will be drawn from focus group discussions and in-depth interviews. Findings – Results show that factors affecting the success of empowerment on communities include education age, capital, business types, and entrepreneurial experiences. Priority variables noted in the preparation of the empowerment model include three aspects: internal aspects of business players and community, institutional aspects, and external aspects. Results also indicate that the model is applicable for the empowerment efforts of business players and community in the Wonogiri regency in facing the AEC. Novelty – Community empowerment model for the AEC has not been specifically conducted in Wonogiri. Thus, in drawing up a strategic plan for the years 2016-2020 as contained in RPJMD Wonogiri, the government has only planned for the empowerment programs in general. |
| Keywords: | Economic Empowerment Model; Analytical Hierarchy Process; Wonogiri Regency; Indonesia. |
| JEL: | P25 |
| Date: | 2016–12–23 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber111&r=sea |
| By: | Michael, Bryane |
| Abstract: | Brunei must enact an effective competition policy in order to participate as a member in regional trading blocs like the APEC, ASEAN and the Trans-Pacific Partnership. What effect would Brunei’s Competition Order have on Brunei – and specifically its small and medium enterprises or SMEs (the motor of non-petrol led growth)? We develop an indication of the scope of competition policy – and use that indicator in cross-country analysis to figure out competition’s effect on Brunei’s SMEs. Using back-of-the-envelope calculation methods, increasing competition under the status quo would likely cost Brunei US$100 million. Yet, if serious innovation policy tags along with Brunei’s expanding competition policy, Brunei’s SMEs could experience a $10 billion jump in GDP. Without policies to boost the effectiveness of the US$1.5 billion in Wawasan innovation spending, increased competition could harm Brunei’s SMEs. We identify the lack of Competition Commission independence and information dissemination. |
| Keywords: | antitrust,Brunei,competition policy,Competition Order |
| JEL: | K21 L44 |
| Date: | 2017 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:zbw:esprep:169114&r=sea |
| By: | Candra Fajri Ananda (Faculty of Economics and Business, Brawijaya University, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Moh. Khusaini Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, Brawijaya University, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Atu Bagus Wiguna Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, Brawijaya University, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The poverty issue in East Java Province is an interesting research object. This phenomenon has retrieved in every fiscal year, although the intergovernmental transfer funds increase significantly annually. In the decentralization era, a region has been authorized to identify its problem and provide solutions based on their initiatives and preferences. The local government through their budget should focus on their problem solving, i.e. poverty alleviation. Utilizing panel regression, we found that government spending on education and health can reduce poverty rate. Methodology/Technique – OLS (Ordinary Least Squared) model was utilized to answer the objective of the study, that is, to see how the effect of government spending in various sectors on poverty alleviation. Findings – Using the panel regression model, this study found that government spending on education has a negative impact on poverty rate in the East Java Province. The impact on this variable appears to be statistically significant. Novelty – This study showed that central and local government should synchronize their proposed programs, reducing overlapped programs, to pursue a higher efficiency of budget management." |
| Keywords: | Quality Spending, Budget Deficit/Surplus, Poverty Alleviation. |
| JEL: | H72 I31 I32 |
| Date: | 2017–01–13 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:gjbssr458&r=sea |
| By: | Novrida Qudsi Lutfillah (Economic and Business Faculty, Brawijaya University, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Eko Ganis Sukoharsono Author-2-Workplace-Name: Brawijaya University, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Aji Dedi Mulawarman Author-3-Workplace-Name: Brawijaya University, Malang, Indonesia Author-4-Name: "Yeney Widya Prihatiningtias" Author-4-Workplace-Name: Brawijaya University, Malang, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The Kingdom of Majapahit was a phenomenal civilization in the Indonesian history. Accounting was then practiced in the everyday life of the kingdom. The purpose of this study is to explore the accounting practices of debtreceivable accounts during the Majapahit Kingdom era of 1350 and to find the values behind their use. Methodology/Technique – This study is a historical qualitative study. Its primary source of data are inscriptions and legislation manuscripts taken from the Kutara Manawasastra of the Majapahit era. Historical analysis is used to analyze data with historiography so as to expose the results of the historical research. This will help to reveal the underlying values in debt-receivable practices in the era. Findings – The findings of this study reveal that the values of debt-receivable accounts being practiced in the Majapahit era comprise the social, economic and spiritual dimensions. The trust and spiritual values were practiced as a means to tie the mutual benefits between creditors and debtors. Novelty – The findings reveal the accounting existence of the historical past." |
| Keywords: | "Debt; Receivables; Accounting History; The Kingdom Of Majapahit, Trust; Spiritual Values. JEL Classification:" |
| JEL: | H63 M41 |
| Date: | 2016–12–24 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr118&r=sea |
| By: | Abdul Azeez Oluwanisola Abdul Wahab (Faculty of Economics and Muamalat, Universiti Sains Islam, Malaysia Author-2-Name: Zurina Kefeli Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Muamalat, Universiti Sains Islam, Malaysia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The possibility of healthcare expenditure and education expenditure are becoming a thought-provoking issue for numerous governments globally, in spite of the fact that healthcare is unique and vital rudiments of well-being. On the other hand, education is the strength and spinal column of ground-breaking thoughts. Nevertheless, with an ageing population and ballooning protracted health difficulties, the preservation of the quality of life demands improved healthcare and education expenditure on the part of government. However, this study scrutinizes the effect of healthcare expenditure and education expenditure on labour productivity using Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) countries as a case study. Methodology/Technique – The research utilized pooled-panel data method with data from 1990 to 2015. Findings – The result of the findings shows that there is the statistical significant relationship between healthcare expenditure, education expenditure and labour productivity in OIC countries. Novelty – Research suggests that healthcare and education is a mechanism to stimulate the productivity of labour in OIC countries." |
| Keywords: | Education Expenditure; Healthcare Expenditure; Labour Productivity; OIC Countries. |
| JEL: | H51 H52 J24 |
| Date: | 2017–03–23 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber134&r=sea |
| By: | Aan Kurniyanta (Faculty of Economics, University of Jember, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Tatik Amani Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics, University of Jember, Indonesia. Author-3-Name: Siti Maria Wardayati Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics, University of Jember, Indonesia Author-4-Name: Muhammad Saleh Author-4-Workplace-Name: University of Jember, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The objective of this study was to test and analyze the public sector performance from the customer perspective. This research is to see that Directorate General of State Assets Management (DJKN) can determine the factors that influence its performance, and consistently maintain the performance that its provider. Moreover, it also aims to examine and analyze the effect of tangible service quality to public sector performance using multiple regression analysis to test the hypothesis. Methodology/Technique – This study uses purposive sampling method and obtained 58 respondents who are clients of DJKN Regional Office of West Kalimantan as the study sample. The data used is primary data collected through questionnaires. Findings – The results showed that the service time and the conditions of the office or facilities significantly affect the customer's satisfaction. While the service procedures, the cost of service, and the service staff did not significantly affect the customer's satisfaction. Novelty – The implication of this study is the DJKN Regional Office in improving the performance requires improvement in some aspects related to the customer's perspectives to improve the satisfaction of the customers which can encourage the achievement of better performance." |
| Keywords: | Public Sector Performance; Customer Perspective; Tangible Service Quality; Customer’s Satisfaction. |
| JEL: | H83 M40 |
| Date: | 2017–03–08 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber121&r=sea |
| By: | Tao, Yubo (Singapore Management University); Yu, Jun (Singapore Management University) |
| Abstract: | This paper examines the limit properties of information criteria for distinguishing between the unit root model and the various kinds of explosive models. The information criteria include AIC, BIC, HQIC. The explosive models include the local-to-unit-root model, the mildly explosive model and the regular explosive model. Initial conditions with different order of magnitude are considered. Both the OLS estimator and the indirect inference estimator are studied. It is found that BIC and HQIC, but not AIC, consistently select the unit root model when data come from the unit root model. When data come from the local-to-unit-root model, both BIC and HQIC select the wrong model with probability approaching 1 while AIC has a positive probability of selecting the right model in the limit. When data come from the regular explosive model or from the mildly explosive model in the form of 1+n^{\alpha}/n with \alpha \in (0; 1), all three information criteria consistently select the true model. Indirect inference estimation can increase or decrease the probability for information criteria to select the right model asymptotically relative to OLS, depending on the information criteria and the true model. Simulation results confirm our asymptotic results in finite sample. |
| Keywords: | Model Selection; Information Criteria; Local-to-unit-root Model; Mildly Explosive Model; Unit Root Model; Indirect Inference. |
| Date: | 2016–03–29 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:ris:smuesw:2016_006&r=sea |
| By: | Fitria Astuti Firman (Department of Management, Faculty of Economics & Business, Universitas Indonesia Author-2-Name: Ine Minara Ruky Author-2-Workplace-Name: Department of Economics, Faculty of Economics & Business, Universitas Indonesia Author-3-Name: Ratih Dyah Kusumastuti Author-3-Workplace-Name: Department of Management, Faculty of Economics & Business, Universitas Indonesia Author-4-Name: "Harris Turino Kurniawan" Author-4-Workplace-Name: Department of Management, Faculty of Economics & Business, Universitas Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – An urgency to investigate the impact of government policies on project performance through strategic management perspective is motivated by the gap of knowledge on a relationship between government policies and project. This paper proposes a conceptual model for further empirical research in the future. Six latent variables and ten hypotheses are developed through reviewing some literature in three following research avenues: Entrepreneurship, Strategic Management, and Project Management. Methodology – In order to observe a logical fitness of model development on government policies influences to firm activities, a specific context is chosen, namely the Indonesian renewable energy power generation. The last research avenue is strongly related to the research context. Further empirical study is required, and a discussion on it is presented in this paper. Findings – This paper emphasizes that project activities should be strategically managed since those support the achievement of business performance. Novelty – The study will bring benefits to the three following aspects: theoretical, managerial and regulatory aspects. " |
| Keywords: | Capability; Entrepreneurial orientation; Government policies; Project performance; Resource orchestration |
| JEL: | H11 M21 |
| Date: | 2017–04–12 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr136&r=sea |
| By: | Samaniego, Roberto M (The George Washington University); Yu Sun, Juliana (School of Economics, Singapore Management University) |
| Abstract: | Investment-specific technical change (ISTC) contributes little to growth in most countries. This is because in many countries the investment process does not become notably more efficient over time. Still, cross-country differences in the contribution of ISTC to growth are significant. Differences in the rate of ISTC appear due to cross-country variation in the use of R&D intensive capital goods, as well as trade costs. |
| Keywords: | Price of capital; investment-specific technical change; growth accounting; sources of growth; natural resources; trade costs. |
| JEL: | F43 O11 O13 O16 O33 O41 O47 |
| Date: | 2016–04–28 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:ris:smuesw:2016_007&r=sea |
| By: | Ahlborn, Markus; Schweickert, Rainer |
| Abstract: | The literature on economic systems and corresponding empirical studies have largely focused on a classification for developed countries, while other world regions have only partly been included and/or not compared to established OECD prototypes on an income-adjusted basis. In our macro clustering approaches, correct for the income bias in clustering variables. We are therefore able to include a worldwide sample of 115 developed and developing countries, the latter including transition countries. The major result from using income adjusted variables is that developing countries join the liberal OECD prototype economies in the world of inequality. On the other hand, a large part of Asian developing countries as well all transition countries join the coordinated and liberal European market economies in the world of equality. As a robust result, European Nordic and transition countries form a cluster combining high levels of innovation and equality of income differences are phased out. At the same time, as argued by La Porta et al. (2008) and Lange et al. (2006), the distribution of non-transition developing countries between and within these worlds of equality and inequality reveals a clear distinction between British vs. other colonial heritages as one driver of economic systems today. |
| Keywords: | Economic Systems,Varieties of Capitalism,Worlds of Welfare States,Cluster Analysis,Principal Components Analysis,OECD,Developing Countries |
| JEL: | H10 P10 P51 |
| Date: | 2017 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:zbw:pfhrps:201701&r=sea |
| By: | Paulina Sutrisno (Department of Accounting, Trisakti School of Management, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The purpose of this research is to examine the consequences of accrual based earnings management and real earnings management on future operating performance. The firms studied engage in accrual-based earnings management with discretionary accrual measures using the modified Jones model and some of the following real earnings management activities, (1) Sales manipulation that accelerates the timing of sales through increased price discounts or cutting prices to boost sales in the current period; and/or (2) cutting of discretionary expenditures to increase income in the current period. Furthermore, the study examines the extent to which discretionary accrual and real earnings management affects subsequent operating performance (as measured by both return on assets and operating cash flows). Methodology/Technique – The sample manufacturing firms that engage in financial statement were listed on the Indonesian Stock Exchange between 2012 and 2014. The hypothesis testing method used in this research is multiple regression linear. Findings – The results suggest that accrual-based earnings management, with discretionary accrual measures, and real earnings management through sales manipulation and discretionary expenditures are positively associated with return on assets after one and two years. Meanwhile, accrual-based earnings management and real earnings management through sales manipulation enhances subsequent operating cash flows. However, real earnings management through discretionary expenditures does not influence operating cash flows. Novelty – This research contributes to the existing literature on the subsequent impact of accrual-based earnings management and real earnings management" |
| Keywords: | "Discretionary Accrual; Sales Manipulation; Discretionary Expenditure; Return on Assets; Operating Cash Flows" |
| JEL: | M21 M41 |
| Date: | 2017–04–21 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr135&r=sea |
| By: | Arnis Budi Susanto (University of Jember, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Suyatno Author-2-Workplace-Name: STIE AKA Semarang, Citarum No. 44, 50122, Semarang, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Theresia Susetyarsi Author-3-Workplace-Name: STIE Semarang, Menoreh Utara Raya No. 11 50236, Semarang, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The lecturer is a key element in higher education. This study aims to examine the relationship of job satisfaction lecturer on the performance of lecturer in private higher education in Semarang. Framework constructs in this study presents a variable relationship to one another, illustrating both individual performance and job satisfaction awoke from elements of soft and hard approach. Methodology/Technique – The sample of this research was determined by using two stage random sampling of 200 lecturers at private higher education in Semarang. Data were analyzed with structural equation modeling (SEM). Findings – The empirical results showed that job satisfaction is able to reduce absenteeism and improve the performance of lecturer in private higher education, both directly and indirectly. Novelty – This research findings supported by original data." |
| Keywords: | Job Satisfaction; Absenteeism; Job performance, Semerang. |
| JEL: | I23 J21 |
| Date: | 2017–04–06 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr134&r=sea |
| By: | Purnamie Titisari (University of Jember, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Putri Kusuma Rini Author-2-Workplace-Name: University of Jember, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Agus Priono Author-3-Workplace-Name: University of Jember, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The research aims to know the effect of forming aspects of the work environment consisting of the employee’s service, the work condition and the relationship among employees towards employee morale at Limited Liability Company of Bank Tabungan Negara Branch Jember, whether simultaneously or partially, and to know the forming aspects of the work environment that dominantly influence towards employee morale at Limited Liability Company of Bank Tabungan Negara Branch Jember. The population of this research is all of the employees at Limited Liability Company of Bank Tabungan Negara Branch Jember. Methodology/Technique – The applied method of census is multiple linear regressions. Findings – The result shows that the forming aspects of the work environment simultaneously have significant influence towards employee morale at Limited Liability Company of Bank Tabungan Negara Branch Jember. While the result of the test shows that the three forming aspects of the work environment partially have significant influence towards employee morale at Limited Liability Company of Bank Tabungan Negara Branch Jember. Novelty – The implication of this study is that there are many things to increase the employee morale, one of them is providing a good and comfortable work environment. At least, the company should pay attention to the three forming aspects of the work environment, such as giving employee services, working conditions, and employee relationship with the work place." |
| Keywords: | "Employee Morale; Employee Service; Work Condition; Employee Relationship. " |
| JEL: | J21 J28 J81 |
| Date: | 2017–05–20 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr139&r=sea |
| By: | M Samaniego, Roberto (The George Washington University); Yu Sun, Juliana (School of Economics, Singapore Management University) |
| Abstract: | We develop a model to evaluate the impact of college education finance on welfare, inequality and aggregate outcomes. Our model captures the stylized fact that entrepreneurs with college are more common and more profitable. Our calibration to US data suggests this is mainly because higher labor earnings allow college educated agents to ameliorate credit constraints when they become entrepreneurs. The welfare benefits of subsidizing education are greater than those of eliminating financing constraints on education because subsidies ameliorate the impact of financing constraints on would-be entrepreneurs. |
| Date: | 2016–04–28 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:ris:smuesw:2016_008&r=sea |
| By: | Mulyadi (Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Arif Rahman Hakim Author-2-Workplace-Name: Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This research aims to analyze the impact of residential relocation to the change in social and economic conditions of the beneficiary. This change is then used to analyze whether it is related to the decision for selling, or putting out to lease, the relocation house. Methodology/Technique – Primary data is collected from 68 samples which are chosen by an area sampling method. The focus of the sample is on houses which are built between 2008 and 2010. The variables applied cover perception about the state of the relocation house, perceptions of change in social and economic conditions, perceptions of housing characteristics and perceptions of the existence of another residential house. This research uses a mixed method for analyzing and interpreting the results. A binary response model is used for quantitative analysis. Findings – The results shows that there is no significant change in the social and economic conditions of the beneficiary. The logistics model indicates there is no direct correlation between perceptions of the change in social economic conditions to the decision for selling or renting a relocation house. Novelty – The study looks at decisions for selling or renting s relocation house." |
| Keywords: | Relocation; Speculative Motive on Housing; Binary Respond Model. |
| JEL: | R21 R23 |
| Date: | 2017–04–20 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:gjbssr463&r=sea |
| By: | Nico Alexander (Trisakti school of Management, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Hengky Author-2-Workplace-Name: Trisakti school of Management, Indonesia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The purpose of this research is to analyze the effect of growth, leverage, fixed asset turnover, profitability, firm size, firm age, industry, audit quality, and auditor independence toward earnings management. Methodology/Technique – The population of this research consist of various sectors of non-financial companies that were listed on the Indonesian Stock Exchange (IDX) between 2013 and 2015. The research uses three recent years of data and tests variables that have not been used by prior research. The sample was chosen by using a purposive sampling method. The hypothesis is tested using multiple regression with an SPSS program to investigate the influence of each independent variable to earnings management. Findings – The research results show that return on assets influences earnings management and growth, leverage, fixed asset turnover, profitability, firm size, firm age, industry, audit quality, and auditor independence do not influence earnings management. Novelty – The study supports that the manager in a company will engage in earnings management to receive a bonus from investors because they have received a higher profit." |
| Keywords: | "Earnings Management; Growth; Leverage; Fixed Asset Turnover; Profitability; Firm Size; Firm Age; Audit Quality; Auditor Independence; Industry" |
| JEL: | L25 M12 M41 |
| Date: | 2017–05–20 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jfbr124&r=sea |
| By: | Asfi Manzilati (Faculty of Economic and Business, Brawijaya University, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The higher the difference between the loan interest and the deposit interest is, the better it is for a bank. This reflects a higher margin/profitability. However, it also shows less efficiency of the intermediation mechanism. Using literature research, this study aims to understand how the mechanism of Profit and Loss Sharing System (Islamic Banking System) can become the solution for the trade-off. Methodology/Technique – This study uses literature search and review as the method to gain an understanding of the fundamental concept as well as to offer critique by noting the trade-offs associated with the micro and macro objectives of banking. Findings – In the profit and loss sharing system made accessible through partnership, the returns that will be earned by one part depends on the other part. This requires each part to behave professionally and responsibly. Depositors’ returns depend on banks’ returns and banks’ returns depend on mudharib’s return. Therefore, there is no difference between banking profitability and efficiency of the intermediation. Novelty – With the same implications noted between the micro objective of banks (advantage as a business entity) and the efficiency of intermediation as well as the implications for the affordability and social justice, there is no trade-off between profitability and economic efficiency of intermediation. In addition, the profit and loss sharing system can also be a solution for the trade-off itself." |
| Keywords: | Profit and Loss Sharing System, Micro-macro Trade-off, Banking Profitability, and the Economic Efficiency of Intermediation. |
| JEL: | G21 G32 |
| Date: | 2017–03–14 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jfbr119&r=sea |
| By: | Lusia Adinda Dua Nurak (Faculty of Economic and Business, Brawijaya University, Indonesia Author-2-Name: I Gede Riana Author-2-Workplace-Name: Udayana University, Bali, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This study is aimed to analyze the effect of organizational justice on job satisfaction and employee performance. Methodology/Technique – The respondents are 104 employees who work in the Governor’s office in East Nusa Tenggara Province by using the questionnaires. The data are analyzed using Partial Least Square (PLS). Findings – The results show that organizational justice has significant effect on job satisfaction, but has not significant effect on employee performance. Furthermore, job satisfaction has significant effect on employee performance. Novelty – The implications of this study emphasize the important role of job satisfaction in improve the employee performance. Therefore, the organization should have an attention on interactional and informational justice to improve the employee performance, so that the employee is satisfied and try to provide an optimal contribution to the organization. " |
| Keywords: | Organizational Justice; Job Satisfaction; Employee Performance. |
| JEL: | J24 J28 |
| Date: | 2017–06–05 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr147&r=sea |
| By: | Siti Aminah Mainal (Faculty of Business Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA. Author-2-Name: Catherine S F Ho Author-2-Workplace-Name: Arshad Ayub Graduate Business School, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia Author-3-Name: Jamaliah Mohd Yusof Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Business Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The unwarranted household debt initiated the global financial crisis which led to severe worldwide financial instability. Deleveraging process which has been taking place since the crisis has been slow and there is no quick fix to the debt issue. The lack of study on the effect of financial crisis on household debt justifies the objective to investigate macroeconomic fundamentals and financial crisis on household debt. Methodology/Technique – This study applies panel data analysis in ten advanced economies from 2001 to 2013. The random effect (RE) generalized least square estimator is used in the regression to examine macroeconomic factors and post financial crisis period as control variable on household debt. Findings – Findings confirm that post financial crisis period has significant negative effect on household debt which affirmed the deleveraging process in most advanced economies. Economic growth and household disposable income too have negative relation with household debt. Nonetheless, macroeconomic factors such as inflation, housing price and household consumption encourage household debt in advanced economies. Novelty – This study suggests that empirical evidence support that household avert from borrowing post financial crisis. Intensification of housing price and other consumption expenditure, if left unrestrained, may elicit another debt crisis. These are challenges faced by policy makers to curb household debt which entail risks for households, the financial system and the wider economy." |
| Keywords: | Household Debt; Post Financial Crisis; Macroeconomic Factors. |
| JEL: | G01 G02 |
| Date: | 2017–06–16 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jfbr133&r=sea |
| By: | Bunga Indah Bayunitri (Widyatama University, Bandung, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Savitri Putri Author-2-Workplace-Name: Widyatama University, Bandung, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The paper aims to investigate the effectiveness of information architecture design towards brand equity in the case of GO-JEK company. Methodology/Technique – Types of research are a descriptive analysis and causal also measuring a conclusion by using a regression analysis and for hypothesis testing using t-test and F-test. The results of this research indicated that information architecture design is effective and also has a significant influenced on brand equity. Findings – The results show that design information architecture included in the criteria of ""Highly Effective"", this means that the customer respondents had a positive view of the effectiveness of design information GO-JEK architecture by using these indicators: The Principle of Object, Choice, Disclosure, Exemplars, Fronts-Doors, Multiple Classification, Focused Navigation, and Growth. Novelty – The study suggests that brand equity is influenced by the effectiveness of the design information architecture, then what should be done is the creation of effective information architecture." |
| Keywords: | "Application; Brand Equity; Effectiveness; Information Architecture Design; Online Service; Transportation. " |
| JEL: | M15 M31 M37 |
| Date: | 2017–03–17 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr126&r=sea |
| By: | Bee Li Yeo (Faculty of Accountancy, Tunku Abdul Rahman University College, Malaysia Author-2-Name: Rozita Naina Mohamed Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Technologi Mara, Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia) |
| Abstract: | " Objective - Retailers today have acknowledged that incorporating great customer emotionproduct relationship can lead to total customer retention. In this paper an overview of the existing literature on customer emotion is provided before it is examined for the creation of customer emotion product relationship from a holistic perspective. Methodology/Technique - A conceptual model which discusses the determinants of customer emotion towards Halal cosmetic products is provided. This is then followed by taking an explicit dynamic view of the importance of the retail service quality and Halal advertising, factors that can influence customer emotion and customer retention. Data collection was based on 414 sets of questionnaires which were distributed to Malaysian consumers. The PLS-SEM analysis was used to identify the relationships between retail service quality and Halal advertising, customer emotion and customer retention. Findings – Relations were found between retail service quality, customer emotion product relationship and customer retention of Malaysian customers for Halal cosmetic products. Novelty - The findings of this study provided some insights to managers in future strategy planning by identifying the important factors affecting customer emotion product relationship and customer retention." |
| Keywords: | Halal Cosmetics; Retail Service Quality; Halal Advertising; Customer Emotion Product Relationship; Customer Retention |
| JEL: | M11 M31 |
| Date: | 2016–12–21 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr113&r=sea |
| By: | Zarihan Samsudin (School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Kolej Universiti Poly-Tech MARA, Malaysia. Author-2-Name: Zainon Shamsudin Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Education and Social Sciences, Universiti Selangor (UNISEL), Malaysia. Author-3-Name: Mohd. Faisal Mohd Arif Author-3-Workplace-Name: School of Humanities and Social Sciences, Kolej Universiti Poly-Tech MARA, Malaysia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This experimental study seeks to ascertain whether Bandura’s (1977) Social Learning Theory can be used to teach academic writing. Interpreted in terms of an approach to the teaching of writing, the theory suggests that students can learn to write a particular text by observing closely the structural as well as the linguistic features of that text. Methodology/Technique – By observing how the text is written, students obtain an idea of how it is formed, and on later occasions they can use this information as a guide to produce similar texts. The sample of this study consists of 100 students from College University Poly-Tech MARA, Kuala Lumpur. The study adopts a pre/post-assessment of the students’ writing performances for three types of academic essays. T-tests were used to compare the results of the 3 pretests with the results of the 3 post-tests which were administered to the participants after they underwent each of the 3 treatment sessions. Findings – The study reveals that the Social Learning Theory speaks the truth about the human natural learning process. Thus, this implies that this potent theory be used in designing varying approaches to teaching students the skills to write academic texts. Novelty – The study suggests that observational learning of sample texts provides students with guidance on how to improve their writing as it makes them aware of the different ways texts are organized for different communicative purposes, thereby promoting their confidence and positive attitude towards writing." |
| Keywords: | Academic Writing; Social Learning Theory; Observational Learning; Analyzing; Emulating; Model Text. |
| JEL: | I21 I25 |
| Date: | 2017–04–20 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:gjbssr461&r=sea |
| By: | Raja Adri Satriawan Surya (Faculty of Economic, Universitas Riau, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Arumega Zarefar Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economic, Universitas Riau, Indonesia. Author-3-Name: Nanda Fito Mela Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economic, Universitas Riau, Indonesia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This study aimed to examine the effect of perceived behaviour control and professional commitment to the interest of doing whistleblowing. This research was conducted at the police department in Riau province. Methodology/Technique – The sample in this study was taken by using the method of data collection is called purposive sampling. The samples used in this research were 90 respondents which were all police officers working in the finance department. Data were analysed using SPSS version 20. Findings – The results showed that perceived behaviour control affects the interests do whistleblowing. Secondly, professional commitments do affect the interest of whistleblowing. Novelty – The research contributes to the related literature with its original data." |
| Keywords: | Police Sector; Perceived Behaviour Control; Professional Commitment; Whistleblowing Intention and SPSS. |
| JEL: | J53 M41 M54 |
| Date: | 2017–04–11 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr128&r=sea |
| By: | Fatin Fadhilah Hasib (Airlangga University, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Sri Iswati Author-2-Workplace-Name: Airlangga University, Indonesia. Author-3-Name: Hartutik Author-3-Workplace-Name: Jakarta Muhammadiyah University, Indonesia Author-4-Name: Dwi Swasana Ramadhan Author-4-Workplace-Name: Airlangga University, Indonesia.) |
| Keywords: | "Corporate Governance (CG); Bahrul Ulum Boarding School; Islamic Corporate Governance (ICG); Management; Organizational Structure." |
| JEL: | G38 I21 |
| Date: | 2017–03–05 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber127&r=sea |
| By: | Lilik Farida (University of Jember, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Nadia Azalia Putri Author-2-Workplace-Name: University of Jember, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Sudarsih Author-3-Workplace-Name: University of Jember, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This study discusses the role of tourism event marketing in promoting creative industry products in a city by taking a case study in Jember district. Jember has third largest fashion carnival in the world named Jember Fashion Carnaval (JFC) which is held annually. JFC is capable of being a magnet of Jember tourism in recent years. That big potential of JFC can be utilized as a tourism event marketing. Hopefully, JFC is able to be a market for creative industries in Jember, given that the main problem of creative industries in Jember is related to marketing capability. JFC utilization as an event marketing requires a quadruple helix model approach, where local government, universities, creative industries, and society work together and synergically. Methodology – This study is designed using analytical descriptive approach. Findings – This study concluded that creating JFC as an event marketing in promoting creative industry product in Jember applies active synergy between government, academics, industries, and society. Government can act as creative industry promotor and supporter of facility and infrastructure; academics can contribute as source of knowledge, technology, and creative human resources; industries can develop their own enterprise using knowledge and experience transfer; and community can act as program partner related to JFC and creative industries. Novelty – The research based on the analytical descriptive approach suggests marketing challenge of creative industries with new product development and innovation." |
| Keywords: | Creative industry; Event marketing; JFC |
| JEL: | M31 M37 |
| Date: | 2017–04–21 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr138&r=sea |
| By: | Tumirin (Muhammadiyah University of Gresik, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Iwan Triyuwono Author-2-Workplace-Name: University of Brawijaya, Veteran Street, Malang, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Aji Dedi Mulawarman Author-3-Workplace-Name: University of Brawijaya, Veteran Street, Malang, Indonesia Author-4-Name: Yeney Widya Prihatiningtias Author-4-Workplace-Name: University of Brawijaya, Veteran Street, Malang, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The objective of the study is to formulate a concept of transcendental and social accountability in the management of waqf assets as a trustworthiness from God (Triyuwono, 2004). The concept is expected to be an Islamic accountability which is religious and social in nature (Hameed, 2000) Methodology/Technique – The study uses tawhidic post-phenomenology, a modified post-phenomenology based on the basic tenet of Islam, as an instrument to analyze data. The method is actually the development and combination of philosophy of technology (Ihde, 1993) and Ibn Arabi’s philosophy of being (Dobie, 2007). Financial statements of waqf institutions, in this study, are regarded as a technology and additional are collected by interviewing four informants in the Regional Board of Muhammadiyah in Gresik. Findings – The study finds a da’i (preacher) metaphor as a form of accountability. This metaphor indicates that waqf assets functioned, firstly, as an instrument for doing Islamic missionary efforts with good practices (dakwah bi alhikmah) such as helping orphans, the poor and the needy, and overcoming natural disaster; secondly, as a spot for Islamic missionary efforts with good advices (dakwah bi al-mau’ihatul hasanah) for patients, employees, and people at large; and thirdly as an instrument for taking care of environmental health. Novelty – The study suggests transcendental and social accountability in the management of waqf assets as a trustworthiness from God." |
| Keywords: | Transcendental; Social; Accountability; Post-Phenomenology; Tawhid. |
| JEL: | A13 M14 M41 |
| Date: | 2017–03–03 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr122&r=sea |
| By: | Abdalla Geth Abdussalam (Faculty of Industrial Management, University Malaysia Pahang, Malaysia Author-2-Name: Mohd Ridzuan Darun Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Industrial Management, University Malaysia Pahang, Malaysia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This paper explores the relationship between working capital management (WCM), profitability and capital structure. A preliminary framework provides an understanding of the role of WCM components with capital structure and profitability. Methodology/Technique – From the review of empirical studies it is confirmed that WCM is a main component in the financial aspects of the firms as even though WCM is targeted for the short-term decisions it has effect on the firm for the long-run. Findings – Companies need to use working capital policy and procedures in order to navigate performance. Emphasizing on WCM would lead to formal cost controls and performance together with firm’s growth and productivity. The framework is set to help financial manager of the firms to balance the costs and benefits of debt and equity and reduce common obstacles on managing cash flows for long-term fixed investment. Novelty – The preliminary framework is original and unique that will contribute towards the enrichment of relevant literature. Practically, this study contributes to provide a better understanding of the managers and enable them to apply WCM strategies and make sure the firm is able to meet the stakeholder requirements." |
| Keywords: | Working Capital Management; Capital Structure; Profitability; |
| JEL: | O16 M41 |
| Date: | 2017–03–12 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr126&r=sea |
| By: | Agatha Rinta Suhardi (Faculty of Business and Management, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Sakina Ichsani Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Business and Management, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – Aggressive competition and globalization are characterized by the emergence of many new companies and technological advances. Many companies began to rearrange the strategy of competition in anticipation of free trade with a review of the objectives of strategic companies based on the needs of the international market, a comparison with companies that have the best performance in the world, as well as evaluating intense the internal competency of the company own. The key to winning this competition is through innovation. The goal of this paper is to analyze the factors that influence in the performance management system. Methodology/Technique – Method in this research are performed by distributing questionnaires and respondents were given the opportunity to provide input to the company which then will researchers to convey to family companies that made the object of research. Findings – Results show that there is correlation between the company's strategy, cross-functionality, market intelligence, employee motivation and company performance. There is correlation company’s strategy and company performance, cross-functionally and company performance, market intelligence and company performance, the motivation of employees and company performance Novelty – The study tries to test performance management of company. " |
| Keywords: | "Analysis of Family Company; Cross-Functionality; Employee Motivation; Performance Management. " |
| JEL: | L22 J53 |
| Date: | 2017–03–04 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr130&r=sea |
| By: | Nurul Istiqomah (Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Izza Mafruhah Author-2-Workplace-Name: Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia. Author-3-Name: Dewi Ismoyowati Author-3-Workplace-Name: Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia. Author-4-Name: Nunung Sri Mulyani Author-4-Workplace-Name: Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The purpose of this study is (1) to analyse community perception in the use of biogas as an alternative energy, (2) to analyse whether variables such as income, age, education, cost savings, and livestock maintenance costs actually affect the willingness of community to use biogas, and (3) to develop a relationship among potential regional resources in the blue economy development. Methodology/Technique – The method used in this study is a collaboration between quantitative and qualitative models. For the first research objective, the qualitative theory approach focused on in-depth interviews and focus group discussions to develop a variety of potential economic relations in the implementation of the blue economy. For the second objective, descriptive statistics was used to identify differences in community perceptions on the use of biogas by the people in the Ngawi and Boyolali regencies. For third objective, model is used to analyze whether income, age, education, cost savings, and livestock maintenance costs affect community willingness to use biogas: Findings – The results show that (1) there are different community perceptions on biogas adoption in the Ngawi and Boyolali regencies, (2) variables such as income, age, education, cost savings, and livestock maintenance costs affect the willingness of community in using biogas, and (3) the blue economy concept can be developed by utilizing economic potentials in Ngawi towards an energy-independent village. Novelty – The use of biogas as an alternative energy needs to be developed so as to stimulate influential variables that can raise public awareness because the method is simple and exploits local potentials without waste." |
| Keywords: | Blue Economy; Public Awareness; Logit Regression; ABCG actors. |
| JEL: | P28 P43 |
| Date: | 2016–12–19 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jfbr114&r=sea |
| By: | Kharina Dwinanda Putri (Magister Management-Universitas Indonesia, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Tengku Ezni Balqiah Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The growth of online retailers has increased competition in online business. This situation has forced online retailers to design web atmospherics more attractively. This empirical study examines how web atmospherics, namely, web color and product display, will influence visitor responses. Methodology/Technique – The method was experimental design. Using factorial design and ANOVA, this paper investigates whether cool colors (versus warm) and models (versus without a model) generate more positive emotional arousal, attitude, and purchase intention. Four artificial websites, based on a combination of web color and product display (with versus without model), were developed; 120 participants evaluated each website between subjects. Findings – The result show that a cool color, with a model on the product display, can stimulate emotions and more positive attitude toward a website than any other combination. Furthermore, it will encourage purchase intention. Novelty – This research combines color and human models to offer apparel products on an artificial website. The combination can be implemented in a real apparel website to optimize an online business." |
| Keywords: | Website Color; Product Display; Customer Response, ANOVA |
| JEL: | M31 M37 |
| Date: | 2017–05–06 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr143&r=sea |
| By: | Mathius Tandiontong (Faculty of Economics, Maranatha Christian University, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Margaretha Sitompul Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics, Maranatha Christian University, Indonesia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – Stock is one securities among other securities, as a high risk instrument. Stock classified as high risk due to reflection in the uncertainty of the rate of return to be received by investors in the future. The purpose of this research is to examine of financial distress as measured by the Altman Z-Score, systematic risk as measured by beta stocks and macroeconomic measured by inflation on stock returns Manufacturing Company listed on the Stock Exchange 2008-2012 period Methodology/Technique – From 133 companies listed, 75 companies are taken as sample by using purposive sampling technique. Panel data regression analysis shows that the overall effect of variables is equal to 28.7%. Findings – Partially, the variables that affect the stock returns are financial distress with Altman Z-Score, beta stocks and inflation. Novelty – Financial distress with the measurement using the Altman Z-Score." |
| Keywords: | Stock return; Financial distress; Altman Z-Score; Systematic risk; Beta stocks and Inflation |
| JEL: | E44 F14 G01 |
| Date: | 2017–05–24 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jfbr126&r=sea |
| By: | Tjokorda Gde Raka Sukawati (Faculty of Economy and Business, Udayana University, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This research aimed to dig into local wisdom, values that grew and thrived amongst Balinese as well as its application in the tourism sector, particularly tourism marketing. The area scope of this research was Ubud and its surrounding area. Methodology/Technique – This research used ethnographic studies to describe and interpret the culture, social group or system. Even though the cultural meaning was very extensive, the ethnographic studies only focused on the patterns of activity, language, beliefs, rituals, and ways of life (Sukmadinata, 2006). Findings – The results showed that the values of society local wisdom had always accompanied the development of the Ubud area since the inception of civilization to become an international tourist area. These local wisdom values were the competitiveness excellence factors that were unique and difficult to imitate. As the result of the consistent application of local wisdom values, the tourism sector in Ubud could be sustained until today. Theoretically, this research had been able to uncover that the modern marketing concepts had existed on the values and practices of local wisdom implementation. Novelty – The model of developing competitiveness by implementing local culture became the further development of model stated by Barney and Clarke (2007) and Vorhies et al. (2009)." |
| Keywords: | Local Wisdom Values, Competitiveness, Sustainable, Ethnography, Ubud, Bali. |
| JEL: | L21 M14 M31 |
| Date: | 2017–06–14 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr154&r=sea |
| By: | Aida Abdullah (Faculty of Administrative Science and Policy Studies, Universiti Teknologi Mara, Malaysia. Author-2-Name: Sabitha Marican Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Administration, University of Malaya, Malaysia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – Property deviance is an inverse behaviour that has received widespread attention from all forms of organisations. This behaviour can be characterised as theft, embezzlement, bribery and corruption. The public sector has experiences wide exposure to this behaviour due to its prevalence among public sector employees. Thus, in this study, emphasis is given to the personality of the public administrator in identifying the contribution of personality in curbing property deviance. Methodology/Technique – The study was conducted on public organisations and questionnaires were distributed to public administrators using a convenience survey. The questionnaire uses the Big-Five Personality Dimensions developed by Lussier (2008), whilst the property deviance uses a three-item questionnaire developed by Robinson and Bennett (1995). Data was analysed through correlation analysis. Findings – The findings demonstrated that personality does contribute to property deviance, with all dimensions of personality having a significant negative association with property deviance. These findings highlight major implications for public organisations in identifying the personality of their staff, in order to control the rate of property deviance and establishing a system for translating these findings into action to be taken, in order for the existing staff and future employees to regulate desirable workplace behaviour. Novelty – The study suggests that screening should be conducted periodically in the selection process as well as in the form of employee training for staff with the personality traits found in people likely to engage in property deviance." |
| Keywords: | "Property Deviance; Personality; Surgency; Conscientiousness; Agreeableness; Emotional Stability; Openness to Experience." |
| JEL: | J24 J28 |
| Date: | 2017–04–26 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:gjbssr464&r=sea |
| By: | Isti Fadah (Faculty of Economics, University of Jember, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Astri Kurniawati Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics, University of Jember, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Purnamie Titisari Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics, University of Jember, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The objective of this research to describe and explore transparency and accountability of local government in Ex Besuki Residency by Internet Financial Reporting and evaluate the implementation of the Law on Public Information Disclosure. Ex Besuki Residency is called an administration area in East Java which consists of local government Banyuwangi, Jember, Bondowoso, and Situbondo in the Dutch East Indies era. Methodology/Technique – This research is a qualitative non-interactive (non-interactive inquiry) research by using phenomenological approach. This research uses content analysis to analyze Local Government website content appearance related to Internet Financial Reporting. This research uses primary and secondary data. Primary data is in form of observation result in local government website appearance. Secondary data is in form of Internet Financial Reporting obtained by downloading on local government website. Findings – The results show there is no local government to show its Internet Financial Reporting in full. No publication of most categories of Internet Financial Reporting means reduced accessibility and understanding of Internet Financial Reporting. Novelty – The paper identifies that accountability and transparency of local governments to the central government through the State Audit Board opinion was not yet able to make local government to be accountable and transparent to the public." |
| Keywords: | "Transparency, Accountability, Local Government, Internet Financial Reporting, Public Information Disclosure." |
| JEL: | D82 H83 |
| Date: | 2017–03–10 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr125&r=sea |
| By: | Xiao, Weilin (Zhejiang University); Yu, Jun (School of Economics, Singapore Management University) |
| Abstract: | This paper develops the asymptotic theory for the least squares (LS) estimator of the persistent parameter in the fractional Vasicek model when a continuous record of observations is available. The fractional Vasicek model is assumed to be driven by the fractional Brownian motion with a known Hurst parameter greater than or equal to one half. It is shown that the asymptotic properties depend on the sign of the persistent parameter, corresponding to the stationary case, the explosive case and the null recurrent case. The strong consistency and the asymptotic distribution are obtained in all three cases. |
| Keywords: | Least squares estimation; Fractional Vasicek model; Stationary process; Explosive process; Consistency; Asymptotic distribution |
| JEL: | C15 C22 C32 |
| Date: | 2017–09–25 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:ris:smuesw:2016_013&r=sea |
| By: | Eka Siskawati (Economic and Business Faculty, Brawijaya University, Malang, 65142, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Eko Ganis Sukoharsono Author-2-Workplace-Name: Brawijaya University, Malang, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Rosidi Author-3-Workplace-Name: Brawijaya University, Malang, Indonesia Author-4-Name: Abdul Ghofar Author-4-Workplace-Name: Brawijaya University, Malang, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The purpose of this study is to provide the argument that carbon disclosure must not only provide economic but also non-economic information. The more comprehensive disclosure of carbon emission is expected to change the behavior of industries in realizing a more environmentally friendly production process. Methodology/Technique – Data were collected through interviews and observation of documentations from three parties the BOWL company, the Ministry of Forest and Environment and the Ministry of Industry. Findings – Results show that the rating program of the industry’s performance in environmental management (PROPER) from the government’s perspective is an instrument which can encourage and establish the industry’s compliance and awareness of environmental management regulations. Novelty – This paper also focused on analysing how the government applies regulation approaches in changing the industry’s paradigm to undertake ethical businesses." |
| Keywords: | "Greenhouse Gases Emissions, Carbon Emissions Disclosure, Environmental Accountability, Non-Economic Information, Environmental Impact Assessment." |
| JEL: | D82 M14 |
| Date: | 2016–12–23 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr115&r=sea |
| By: | "Sudjatno " (Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Brawijaya, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – Customer satisfaction is the main goal of every company’s strategy for maintaining its global/local business. However, achieving Customer Satisfaction needs strategic management commitment which is related to how the shareholders and executives plan their business investment in employee engagement. The purpose of this study is to reveal the collaboration of the strategic management and employee engagement for achieving customer satisfaction. Methodology/Technique – The study employs the analytical method (literature study) to analyse data gained from literature review Findings – The relationship between strategic management, employee engagement and customer satisfaction is revealed. It is also noted that customer dimension, in the newest context, is goods or service value plus value added from positive emotion, expectation, switching cost. Novelty – This study explores employee engagement and customer satisfaction from the newest literature review combined with four strategic management’s newest book literature. " |
| Keywords: | Strategic Management, Employee Engagement, Customer Satisfaction |
| JEL: | M10 M12 M31 |
| Date: | 2016–12–23 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jmmr120&r=sea |
| By: | Dewi Ismoyowati (Faculty of Economics and Business, Sebelas Maret University, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Mugi Rahadjo Author-2-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, Sebelas Maret University, Surakarta, Indonesia Author-3-Name: Nurul Istiqomah Author-3-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, Sebelas Maret University, Indonesia Author-4-Name: Leni Kurniawati Author-4-Workplace-Name: Faculty of Economics and Business, Sebelas Maret University, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – This study describes the economic performances of the Central Java province from 2010 to 2013. In line with that, it analyses the effects of the economic performance, dependency ratio, employment, and fiscal decentralization on the welfare of the people in the region. Methodology/Technique – This study uses the panel data of between 2010 and 2013. Data were analysed using descriptive analysis and multiple linear regression analysis. Findings – Descriptive analysis of the Economic Performance Index indicates that the economic performance of regencies/cities in Central Java province has improved. Results of the Multiple Linear Regression analysis indicates that the economic performance, the young dependency ratio, and Regional Own-Source Revenue positively and significantly influences the welfare of the people in the region. Novelty – It is recommended that local governments reduce the development inequality by directing the regional development towards its main characteristics. Local governments need coherence, consistency, and synchronization between development planning and funding as well as between the Local Government Unit where the accountability of the local government’s performance is based on well-defined indicators and mechanisms." |
| Keywords: | Economic Performance; Development gaps; HDI; Dependency Ratio; Employment; Fiscal Decentralization. |
| JEL: | H75 |
| Date: | 2016–12–23 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jfbr113&r=sea |
| By: | I Putu Astawa (State Polytechnic of Bali, Indonesia Author-2-Name: I Made Sudana Author-2-Workplace-Name: State Polytechnic of Bali, Indonesia Author-3-Name: NGN Suci Murni Author-3-Workplace-Name: State Polytechnic of Bali, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – Health assessment on microfinance institutions was conducted through non-financial measurements consisted of assessment on general and risk managements. The assessment was commonly used to assess commercial banks. Microfinance institutions, however, are differed to commercial bank in terms of their closeness to the poor. The paper presented the development and analysis of non-financial performance measures using local culture basis that can be applied to properly assess microfinance institutions. Methodology/Technique – Qualitative study with ethnomethodology approach was applied to see cultural activities undertaken. Managers were considered as key informants. Results of qualitative study were analyzed using Fuzzy- Analytic Hierarchy Process method and Weighted Product Model was applied to weight the criteria and sub-criteria as well as the final assessment. Findings – Results showed that local culture activities that could be used to assess general management in microfinance institutions were providing assistance in establishing places of worship, supporting religious activities, supporting the development of facilities and infrastructures in the villages, relief activities of cultural festival, helping in funeral, wedding favors, educational assistance, medical assistance, forming arts groups, and business group. Novelty – This study suggests that non-financial performance measurements can use local culture and facilitate the management of microfinance institutions to perform performance measurement" |
| Keywords: | Non-Financial; Performance Measures; Local Culture; Microfinance Institutions. |
| JEL: | G21 G31 |
| Date: | 2017–06–17 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jfbr132&r=sea |
| By: | Yuki Sakura Kristi (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University); Mohamad Fahmi (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University); Martin Daniel Siyaranamual (Department of Economics, Padjadjaran University) |
| Abstract: | Through some decades, experimental studies present fascinating findings which challenge economic theories. Samuelson rule predicted that people may contribute too few resources to public goods provision (free-rider problem), but facts presented that actually people could contribute much more because of certain factors. One suggested factor is pro-social behavior. Using tobit regression, this present research examines whether pro-social behavior is a naturally human's innate behavior or a nurtured behavior, specifically whether competitive environment and different socioeconomic status/SES influence pro-social behavior. The data are obtained from dictator game and post-experiment questionnaire about children's SES. By observing children, our research may shed light on the nature of pro-social behavior. The results of control treatment strengthen the notion that people are not always selfishly rational, but we found that children’s donation is doubled in competitive treatment which assures that pro-social behavior is a nurtured behavior. Further, school’s SES also significantly influences pro-social behavior. |
| Keywords: | pro-social behavior, dictator game, children, competition, socioeconomic status, Indonesia |
| JEL: | D64 H41 |
| Date: | 2016–12 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:unp:wpaper:201604&r=sea |
| By: | Intan Widuri Sakti (Universitas Widyatama, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Gallang Perdana Dalimunthe Author-2-Workplace-Name: Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The study aims to learn effect of Innovation Capability and Customer Relationship Management on young entrepreneur’s competency. Methodology/Technique – Questionnaire used for the data collection in this study. The sampling method is probability sampling with simple random sampling technique. The population is all the Marketing students’ year 2012, and the calculated sampling is 100 respondents Findings – From the analysis and explanation using SEM, it is found that Innovation Capability and CRM have a big influence towards young entrepreneurs. Those variables also stimulate them to sharpen their business intuition. Novelty – The study proves importance of Innovation Capability and CRM on development of entrepreneurs." |
| Keywords: | Innovation Capability; CRM; Young Entrepreneurs; Structural Equation Modelling; SEM. |
| JEL: | L26 O32 |
| Date: | 2017–03–20 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jber129&r=sea |
| By: | Lee, Gea M. (School of Economics, Singapore Management University) |
| Abstract: | The WTO's strict treatment of domestic subsidies has not been well received in the existing literature. An essential reason is that the consequent restriction on domestic efficiency is hardly compatible with the existing theory of government intervention under which the primary objective of using domestic subsidies, domestic efficiency, is not sacrificed for another objective. We develop a trade-agreement model in which the magnitude of a legitimate domestic subsidy with which to address a production externality is private information. We find that an optimal agreement substantially restricts domestic efficiency for the international objective of expanding market access. |
| Keywords: | Optimal Agreement; Restriction on Domestic Efficiency; Market-Access Preservation Rule; GATT/WTO Subsidy Rules |
| JEL: | F13 |
| Date: | 2016–01–01 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:ris:smuesw:2016_012&r=sea |
| By: | Gede Adi Yuniarta (Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha, Indonesia Author-2-Name: I Gusti Ayu Purnamawati Author-2-Workplace-Name: Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The purpose of this study was to examine the implementation of the fundamental effects of Corporate Social Responsibility and Value Based Management on the Equity Value of hotels in Bali. Methodology/Technique – The data collecting used purposive sampling method. The effects of moderating variables were tested using Moderated Regression Analysis (MRA). Findings – The research proves that there is a significant fundamental effect of the implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility and Value Based Management on the Equity Value of hotels in Bali. The fundamental effects prove that although the implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility cause the release of funds that is quite significant but it gives positive effects on companies that has fundamentally led to increased equity value in the eyes of investors. Novelty – The study proves that the expenditure on Corporate Social Responsibility can positively affect the stock price of a firm." |
| Keywords: | Hotel; Value Based Management; Corporate Social Responsibility; Equity Value of The Company. |
| JEL: | M14 M41 |
| Date: | 2017–04–14 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr133&r=sea |
| By: | Yanuar Andrianto (PPM School of Management, Indonesia Author-2-Name: Teuku Fahri Rais Oebit Author-2-Workplace-Name: PPM School of Management, Indonesia.) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The crude oil, also known as black gold, is an essential commodity for the sustainability of various industries in the world. Oil prices play an important role in world economy because it causes repercussions. For example, world oil prices plummeted at the end of 2013 and its impact created fluctuations in prices which had affected world economy badly. The aim of this research is to locate a good model that can help to predict oil price fluctuations so that industries can avoid potential negative impacts. Methodology/Technique – Data of world oil prices from 1987 to 2016 were extracted from West Texas Intermediate (WTI) and Brent Oil sources. A comparative analysis using Empirical Decomposition and Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average (ARIMA) was applied to identify differences and data were then analysed through SPSS 23. For this research, a set of models based on the smallest MAPE (Mean Absolute Percentage Error) was proposed. Findings – Results indicate that the Empirical Decomposition was a more appropriate method for predicting oil prices due to the non-linearity of oil price data. In addition, the MAPE also produced a lower error rate than the ARIMA. Novelty – In this research, world oil price volatility from West Texas Intermediate (WTI) and Brent Oil Price data were examined to predict oil price movement for future anticipations." |
| Keywords: | Forecasting, Oil Prices, Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average, ARIMA, Empirical Decomposition, West Texas Intermediate, Brent Oil Price. |
| JEL: | Q41 Q43 |
| Date: | 2017–03–27 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:jfbr120&r=sea |
| By: | Liu, Cheng (Economics and Management School of Wuhan University); Xia, Ningning (School of Statistics and Management, Shanghai University of Finance and Economics); Yu, Jun (School of Economics, Singapore Management University) |
| Abstract: | This paper examines the usefulness of high frequency data in estimating the covariance matrix for portfolio choice when the portfolio size is large. A computationally convenient nonlinear shrinkage estimator for the integrated covariance (ICV) matrix of financial assets is developed in two steps. The eigenvectors of the ICV are first constructed from a designed time variation adjusted realized covariance matrix of noise-free log-returns of rel- atively low frequency data. Then the regularized eigenvalues of the ICV are estimated by quasi-maximum likelihood based on high frequency data. The estimator is always positive definite and its inverse is the estimator of the inverse of ICV. It minimizes the limit of the out-of-sample variance of portfolio returns within the class of rotation-equivalent estimators. It works when the number of underlying assets is larger than the number of time series ob- servations in each asset and when the asset price follows a general stochastic process. Our theoretical results are derived under the assumption that the number of assets (p) and the sample size (n) satisfy p/n -> y > 0 as n -> 8. The advantages of our proposed estimator are demonstrated using real data. |
| Keywords: | Portfolio Choice; High Frequency Data; Integrated Covariance Matrix; Shrinkage Function |
| JEL: | C13 C22 C51 G12 G14 |
| Date: | 2016–11–18 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:ris:smuesw:2016_014&r=sea |
| By: | Atika Zarefar (Accounting, Politeknik Caltex Riau, Indonesia. Author-2-Name: Arumega Zarefar Author-2-Workplace-Name: Department of Accounting, Universitas Riau, Indonesia) |
| Abstract: | "Objective – The purpose of this study is to know the influence of ethics and locus of control toward do whistleblowing intention with auditor and non-auditor profession as a moderating variable. Methodology/Technique – Model analysis used in this study is multiple linear regressions and based on the results of the questionnaire of 123 respondents; consist of 52 auditor respondents and 71 non auditor respondents. Findings – This study proves that ethics significantly give positive effect on the intention of doing whistleblowing, whereas locus of control significantly gives negative effect to the intention no whistleblowing. This study also proves that auditor and non-auditor profession can moderate the influence of ethics and locus of control to do whistleblowing intentions. Novelty – The study contribute literature with its original data." |
| Keywords: | Locus of control; Profession of Auditor and Non-Auditor; Whistleblowing Intention. |
| JEL: | J21 M41 M42 |
| Date: | 2017–04–05 |
| URL: | http://d.repec.org/n?u=RePEc:gtr:gatrjs:afr131&r=sea |