Although Australia and English Canada share common British colonial origins, they have not evolved into identical cultures. This is likely because they do not share an identical…
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Purpose
Although Australia and English Canada share common British colonial origins, they have not evolved into identical cultures. This is likely because they do not share an identical pattern of cultural values. Research has shown that, while common values certainly exist, each nation's dominant values are neither identical for all values nor are specific common values necessarily shared to the same degree. The purpose of this paper is to compare and contrast seven key values studies and considers their managerial implications.
Design/methodology/approach
This review of comparative values studies helps identify, through analysis and comparison with other cultures, subtle differences between Australian and Canadian cultural values.
Findings
Distinct Australian and Canadian value profiles emerge when each culture is contrasted with other, especially Anglo‐based, cultures. However, the studies in this review do not explore in great detail how such values became prominent cultural markers. This review therefore suggests that the impact of Anglo‐Celtic immigrants during each nation's formative periods may be a primary underlying cause that deserves further study.
Research limitations/implications
The studies rely on various value scales to identify cultural similarities and differences. Such studies are cross‐sectional and do not analyze the results from a longitudinal or historical perspective. Nonetheless, reviewing these values studies contributes to the understanding of contemporary Australia, English Canada, and their respective managerial cultures. This review does not examine French Canadian values studies because of this analysis' focus on Anglo cultures to determine distinctions among dominant values and to suggest reasons for differences among those sharing a common British colonial heritage.
Practical implications
This review informs practicing managers in Australia, Canada, and others considering entering these cultures, which values haven proven culturally important and how local values could impact managerial decision‐making behavior.
Originality/value
Given a lack of research directly comparing Australian and Canadian cultural and/or managerial values, this review of significant comparative values studies helps identify distinctions worthy of further investigation. The critical discussion considers limitations of the current literature, as well as areas for future research that include ethno‐cultural factors in organizational research that are important for domestic enterprises and multinational corporations entering each market.
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The purpose of this paper is to present how prior knowledge about the impact of real estate features on value might be utilised in the econometric models of real estate appraisal…
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Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to present how prior knowledge about the impact of real estate features on value might be utilised in the econometric models of real estate appraisal. In these models, price is a dependent variable and real estate features are explanatory variables. Moreover, these kinds of models might support individual and mass appraisals.
Design/methodology/approach
A mixed estimation procedure was discussed in the research. It enables using sample and prior information in an estimation process. Prior information was provided by real estate experts in the form of parameter intervals. Also, sample information about the prices and features of undeveloped land for low-residential purposes was used. Then, mixed estimation results were compared with ordinary least squares (OLS) outcomes. Finally, the estimated econometric models were assessed with regard to both formal criteria and valuation accuracy.
Findings
The OLS results were unacceptable, mostly because of the low quality of the database, which is often the case on local, undeveloped real estate markets. The mixed results are much more consistent with formal expectations and the real estate valuations are also better for a mixed model. In a mixed model, the impact of each real estate feature could be estimated, even if there is no variability in the sample information. Valuations are also more precise in terms of their consistency with market prices. The mean error (ME) and mean absolute percentage error (MAPE) are lower for a mixed model.
Originality/value
The crucial problem in econometric property valuation is that it involves the unreliability of databases, especially on undeveloped, local markets. The applied mixed estimation procedure might support sample information with prior knowledge, in the form of stochastic restrictions imposed on parameters. Thus, that kind of knowledge might be obtained from real estate experts, practitioners, etc.
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Tom Kwanya, Angella C. Kogos, Lucy Wachera Kibe, Erick Odhiambo Ogolla and Claudia Onsare
Cyber-bullying is a form of harassment that is perpetrated using electronic media. The practice has become increasingly common especially with the growing ubiquity of social media…
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Purpose
Cyber-bullying is a form of harassment that is perpetrated using electronic media. The practice has become increasingly common especially with the growing ubiquity of social media platforms. Most cyber-bullying cases inevitably occur on Facebook because it is the most preferred social media platform. However, little is known about cyber-bullying research in Kenya. This paper aims to analyse the quantity, quality, visibility and authorship trends of scholarly publications on cyber-bullying from and/or about Kenya.
Design/methodology/approach
This study was conducted as a systematic literature review. A meta-analysis approach was used. Bibliometrics approaches were used to conduct the analysis. Data on the publications was collected from Google Scholar using Harzing's “Publish or Perish” software and then analysed and presented using Microsoft Excel, Notepad and VOSviewer.
Findings
The study yielded 359 research publications on cyber-bullying in Kenya. There was a gradual increment in the number of publications, peaking in 2018. Nearly half of the publications have not been cited indicating low uptake of research on cyber-bullying in Kenya. It also emerged that most of the research has been published on subscription channels thereby restricting their visibility, access and use. Minimal collaboration in research on cyber-bullying in Kenya was also observed since 67.4% of the publications were written by a single (one) author. The authors conclude that the quantity, quality and visibility of research on cyber-bullying in Kenya is low.
Originality/value
This is an empirical study. The findings can be used to promote and mainstream research on cyber-bullying in Kenya.
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Gentjan Çera and Valentina Ndou
The purpose of this study is to investigate the influence of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) on the sustainability of Central European SMEs by emphasizing the role of…
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Purpose
The purpose of this study is to investigate the influence of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) on the sustainability of Central European SMEs by emphasizing the role of innovation as a mediator and social media as a moderator.
Design/methodology/approach
A questionnaire is developed, and primary data is collected from four Central European countries. Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling is used to analyse data from over 1,500 SMEs operating in Visegrad countries.
Findings
Our findings reveal a significant and positive association between CSR and business sustainability. Furthermore, it is identified that innovation serves as a mediator in the CSR–business sustainability link in two of the examined countries. Additionally, the moderating effect of social media is observed in Hungary, indicating that the impact of CSR and innovation on business sustainability varies by country context.
Research limitations/implications
While offering valuable insights, the study's generalizability to other regions necessitates further exploration. Additionally, the research focuses on specific mediating and moderating factors, leaving room for the investigation of other potential influences.
Practical implications
This study emphasises the need to integrate CSR practices and promoting innovation to improve business sustainability for SMEs in Central Europe. Recognising social media's moderating influence may help firms adjust their CSR strategies to reflect the preferences and behaviours of their target consumers.
Social implications
Promoting CSR in SMEs can encourage social well-being, including community development and environmental sustainability.
Originality/value
This research contributes fresh insights into the interplay of CSR, innovation and social media within Central European SMEs. It underscores the importance of considering regional nuances when analysing these dynamics.