Economics and business topic list of research papers
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Encouragement of Physical Activity among Students by Employing Short-term Educational Counselling
Abstract The aim of the research was to establish the appropriateness of brief educational counselling among students seeking promotion of their physical activity. From randomly selected students, two groups of research subjects were drafted. The...
2014 / Audronė Dumčienė, Vinga Rakauskienė -
Design of a New Learning Environment for Training in Quality Assurance
Abstract The purpose of the paper is to present some results of the project entitled “Transfer of innovative training solutions for VET of quality professionals” (acronym TIT-us) financed by European Commission. It addresses to the need of designing ...
2014 / Liviu Moldovan -
Relevant Changes in the Promotion and Protection of Family
Abstract In Romania, until recently there were no concrete measures to combat domestic violence. The philosophy of the new regulations was driven by accession to the EU. So now there were only general principles in theory were translated into...
2014 / Răducu Răzvan Dobre -
The Role of Innovation in the Assessment of the Excellence of Enterprise Subjects
Abstract Demands placed on enterprises in the area of improving their functioning are still higher and higher in the present time. If enterprises wish to succeed on markets with strong competitive pressure, they have to focus their attention towards ...
2014 / Radoslav Jankal -
Non-gait Related Benefits of Auditory Cueing in Parkinson's Disease
Abstract Parkinson's disease (PD) is a neurodegenerative disorder that targets mainly dopaminergic neurons of the basal ganglia. PD is characterized by motor symptoms typically leading to dysfunctional gait. External rhythmic auditory cues have...
2014 / Charles-Etienne Benoit, Simone Dalla Bella, Nicolas Farrugia, Hellmuth Obrig, Sonja A. Kotz -
How to Use Professional and Life Projects to Guide University Students Towards Optimal Professional Development
Abstract This study aims to determine the most influential factors on university students’ perceptions regarding the future of their professional and personal lives, as well as the impact these perceptions have on the development of their...
2013 / Rosario Gil-Galván, F.Javier Gil-Galván -
Do social and environmental screens influence ethical portfolio performance? Evidence from Europe
Abstract This work aims to test whether social and environmental screening processes could determine the financial performance of ethical or Socially Responsible Investment (SRI) strategies in the European context. We compare the risk-adjusted...
2013 / Eduardo Ortas, José M. Moneva, Manuel Salvador -
The effect of combined application of new dentin desensitizing agent and deproteinization on dentin permeability of different adhesive systems
Abstract Purpose To evaluate the effect of dentin desensitization using casein phosphopeptide amorphous calcium phosphate paste; CPP-ACP, with and without deproteinization (10% sodium hypochlorite), on dentin permeability of two...
2014 / N.S. Farghal, A.I. Abdalla, S.M. El-Shabrawy, E.A. Showaib -
Survey for Describing Students’ Smoking Behavior
Abstract This study contains information about the survey that was developed to examine smoking behavior of secondary school students and the factors that influence this behavior. The survey was prepared in accordance with the Theory of Planned...
2014 / Dilek Sultan Kilic, Melek Yaman Kasap -
Gender and Mathematical Modelling Competency: Primary Students’ Performance and their Attitude
Abstract The main purpose of this study is investigating gender differences between Iranian students in grade six in mathematical modelling competency and students’ attitude toward mathematical modelling problem. The type of study was quasi...
2014 / Samira Mehraein, Abolfazl Rafiepour Gatabi -
Subjective Assessment of Health is a Factor in the Motivation of Professional Activities Related to the Health Risk
Abstract We have carried out an empirical study of peculiarities of motivation career choices related to the risk – profession of miner. Professional risk of miners we have defined as the risk of a delayed result, as the impact of aggressive...
2013 / Kassymzhanova Anargul, Mun Maria -
Trust in Romanian Fiscal Institutions from the Point of View of Sustainability: A Case Study
Abstract Fiscal stability is one of the paramount demands of important foreign investors, as well as of all taxpayers. Fiscal stability is influenced by the level of trust in the fiscal system and in fiscal institutions. We conducted a study to...
2013 / Ilie Banu, Ioana Mădălina Banu (Butiuc), Marin Popescu -
The IASB Referential Impact on Decision Making Process and Risk Management
Abstract As a development of the global economy, companies that are operating globally have become a powerful force behind efforts to achieve uniformity in financial reporting. The objective of this research is to highlight the necessity of adopting ...
2014 / Rodica Drăgulescu (Ghiţă), Alina Iuliana Tăbîrcă, Selina Ionete (Toplicianu) -
The Standardization of Supporting Tools: Advantage Competitive for Collaborative Networks
Abstract Traditionally, manufacturing companies, the gateway for information technology (IT) have been implementing business management tools, tools typically enterprise resource planning (ERP) focused exclusively on internal processes manufacturing ...
2013 / M. Otero, A. Pastor, J.M. Portela, J.L. Viguera, M.M. Huerta -
International Branch Campus: Framework and Strategy
Abstract Internationalisation of higher education institutions (HEIs) is considered to be a top priority in institutional strategy development. Institutions are enhancing internationalisation to increase the quality of education and research, to...
2014 / Egle Girdzijauskaite, Asta Radzeviciene -
Mathematical Desk for Italian Industry: An Applied and Industrial Mathematics Project
Abstract In this paper we introduce the Mathematical Desk for Italian Industry, a project based on applied and industrial mathematics developed by a team of researchers from the Italian National Research Council in collaboration with two major...
2014 / M. Bertsch, M. Ceseri, G. Felici, R. Natalini, M. Santoro, et al. -
The Effects of the Growth Environment on the Adolescents’ Self-esteem, General Intelligence and Emotional Intelligence
Abstract This paper aims to investigate the level of self-esteem, of general intelligence and emotional intelligence of adolescents raised in foster care compared with a group of adolescents raised in normal family environments. ...
2014 / Stomff Mihaela -
Building Effective Small-group Team Working Skill through Blended Learning at Malaysia Tertiary Institution
Abstract Many Malaysian employers blamed the teaching methods used in the institutions of higher learning as being too theoretical and exam-oriented (Shah, 2008) and thus, failed in training students to meet the workplace needs. One such need was...
2014 / Mohd Fadzli Ali, Gordon Joyes, Linda Ellison -
Integrating TRIZ in Project Management Processes: An ARIZ Contribution
Abstract Organizations are living in a constant change environment; their business and finance aims are very demanding. Project management faces up to a lot of problems and challenges. Project management community needs appropriate and efficient...
2015 / Helena V.G. Navas, Alexandra M.B.R. Tenera, Virgílio A. Cruz Machado -
Self-efficacy in Learning and Scholastic Success: Implications for Vocational Guidance
Abstract Perceived self-efficacy is one of the psychological aspects strictly involved in learning processes and scholastic choice. Learning in educational contexts applied to self - efficacy is, more often, related to “wellness”. Self efficacy...
2014 / Paola Magnano, Tiziana Ramaci, Silvia Platania