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Mergers and acquisitions issues in a transitional market : evidence from China
Thesis
Muganhu, C. Mergers and acquisitions issues in a transitional market : evidence from China. (Thesis). University of Salford

Mergers and acquisitions and corporate governance are two extensively researched areas in finance. However, these areas have been studied separately and carried out mainly in developed and mature markets. Therefore, there is limited evidence on the l... Read More about Mergers and acquisitions issues in a transitional market : evidence from China.

An investigation of the use of social media for e-commerce amongst small businesses in Saudi Arabia
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Helal, M. An investigation of the use of social media for e-commerce amongst small businesses in Saudi Arabia. (Thesis). University of Salford

While the literature on e-commerce in Saudi Arabia covers the limitations of its adoption in the country, it does not identify and discuss the business phenomenon witnessed in recent times in Saudi Arabia. As businesses around the world have taken a... Read More about An investigation of the use of social media for e-commerce amongst small businesses in Saudi Arabia.

An exploration of familiness through a Bourdieusian mixed methods study of innovation in SME manufacturing firms in the United Kingdom
Thesis
Salmon, U. An exploration of familiness through a Bourdieusian mixed methods study of innovation in SME manufacturing firms in the United Kingdom. (Thesis). University of Salford

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This research explores the nature of familiness within SME manufacturing family firms in the United Kingdom. The study aims to provide a definitive answer to whether familiness exists in this sphere, explores the nature of familiness a... Read More about An exploration of familiness through a Bourdieusian mixed methods study of innovation in SME manufacturing firms in the United Kingdom.

The influence of SMS advertising on online brand equity among students in the UK
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Darabi, M. The influence of SMS advertising on online brand equity among students in the UK. (Thesis). University of Salford

With the technological improvements and new developments in the mobile industry, more and more brands are sending their advertising messages using consumers’ mobile phones. This growing interest is reflected in their allocated marketing budgets and e... Read More about The influence of SMS advertising on online brand equity among students in the UK.

Financial inclusion : the role of financial system and other determinants
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Abu Seman, J. Financial inclusion : the role of financial system and other determinants. (Thesis). University of Salford

The promotion of access to finance is considered as a top priority agenda in many countries. Finding the related and strong factors to enhance financial inclusion is therefore becoming crucial. Despite many studies on the factors associated with fin... Read More about Financial inclusion : the role of financial system and other determinants.

Developing a socio-technical process framework for information systems project management in a Public HEI : a case study of Kuwait University
Thesis
Alhabshi, A. Developing a socio-technical process framework for information systems project management in a Public HEI : a case study of Kuwait University. (Thesis). University of Salford

The observable variety in Information Systems projects outcomes is a global phenomenon, and IS projects in the State of Kuwait are no exception. The participatory approach of managing IS projects by including key stakeholders (e.g. top and middle man... Read More about Developing a socio-technical process framework for information systems project management in a Public HEI : a case study of Kuwait University.

Customer relationship marketing in the UK Muslim SMEs : an Islamic perspective
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Kawsar, M. Customer relationship marketing in the UK Muslim SMEs : an Islamic perspective. (Thesis). University of Salford

This research is to investigate the influence of Islam on the practice of customer relationship marketing (CRM) in UK Muslim SMEs. Due to the very limited number of studies available, which interrelate ‘customer relationship marketing’ (CRM) and UK M... Read More about Customer relationship marketing in the UK Muslim SMEs : an Islamic perspective.

The effectiveness of BBC Bitesize for learning science by KS3 learners in the UK
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Al-Khatib, G. The effectiveness of BBC Bitesize for learning science by KS3 learners in the UK. (Thesis). University of Salford

There are a number of studies arguing for and against the use of Online learning resources for learning facilitation. Some studies attribute the rise of learners’ achievement to the use of technology; others believe that technology has changed the le... Read More about The effectiveness of BBC Bitesize for learning science by KS3 learners in the UK.

Do IFRS adoption, financial analysts and earnings quality affect the informativeness of stock price? Evidence from the UK
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Evidence from the UK. (Thesis). University of Salford

This thesis consists of two studies. The first study examines whether the mandatory adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) affects stock price informativeness, as measured by the extent to which firm-specific information is ca... Read More about Do IFRS adoption, financial analysts and earnings quality affect the informativeness of stock price? Evidence from the UK.

Project knowledge management and brokering in virtual team-environments : application of best practices from modern e-learning management
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Finger, N. T. Project knowledge management and brokering in virtual team-environments : application of best practices from modern e-learning management. (Thesis). University of Salford

Despite its criticality, there is still insufficient evidence pertaining to project knowledge brokering in virtual team-envi¬ron¬ments. Paradoxically, virtual set-ups are increasingly used to facilitate the access, trans¬fer and application of knowle... Read More about Project knowledge management and brokering in virtual team-environments : application of best practices from modern e-learning management.

To investigate the influencing factors for sustainable packaging in a multinational SME supply chain
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Adigun, A. To investigate the influencing factors for sustainable packaging in a multinational SME supply chain. (Thesis). University of Salford

Sustainability has become a buzzword that occurs everywhere in this global economy. Governments continue to lay emphasis on its importance by steering policies favourably in that direction. Organisations, both public and private, are becoming more aw... Read More about To investigate the influencing factors for sustainable packaging in a multinational SME supply chain.

Energy security for present and future generations – is the legal framework for the development of renewable energy technologies in the European Union effective?
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Obafemi, B. Energy security for present and future generations – is the legal framework for the development of renewable energy technologies in the European Union effective?. (Thesis). University of Salford

Ensuring secure supply for present and future generations has always been an issue since medieval times. It may even have become more critical in recent times as world supplies of conventional sources of energy face increasing challenges of reserves... Read More about Energy security for present and future generations – is the legal framework for the development of renewable energy technologies in the European Union effective?.

Investigating the effects of power relations on the implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning through the lens of Actor Network Theory : the case of MESAIR
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Kashmeery, T. Investigating the effects of power relations on the implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning through the lens of Actor Network Theory : the case of MESAIR. (Thesis). University of Salford

The aim of this research was to investigate the effects of power relations on the implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) in an organisation in Saudi Arabia. The researcher adopted a qualitative, interpretive research perspective using a... Read More about Investigating the effects of power relations on the implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning through the lens of Actor Network Theory : the case of MESAIR.

Exploring the relation between postgraduate student satisfaction and academic staff satisfaction
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Nassar, M. Exploring the relation between postgraduate student satisfaction and academic staff satisfaction. (Thesis). University of Salford

The Higher Education (HE) sector is a major contributor to the UK economy. Beyond its financial contribution HE adds value to society and generally advances global culture. Along with funding, league tables ranking and rising tuition fees one of the... Read More about Exploring the relation between postgraduate student satisfaction and academic staff satisfaction.

Determinants of turnover intention among faculty members in Saudi public universities
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Albaqami, A. Determinants of turnover intention among faculty members in Saudi public universities. (Thesis). University of Salford

The current research aims to investigate the determinants of turnover intention among faculty members at Saudi public universities. Turnover intention defines the intention of an individual to leave their current position of employment, and these con... Read More about Determinants of turnover intention among faculty members in Saudi public universities.

Utilising cross-functional teams to achieve marketing/operations integration for delivery priority
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Keshwan, A. Utilising cross-functional teams to achieve marketing/operations integration for delivery priority. (Thesis). University of Salford

In today's manufacturing environment, due to the complexity of products, and the progress of technology, organisations are forced to be more responsive to the pressure of the dynamic market by developing, producing and delivering products quickly and... Read More about Utilising cross-functional teams to achieve marketing/operations integration for delivery priority.