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Title: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MANAGING HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS: A CASE STUDY OF UNIVERSITY FOR DEVELOPMENT STUDIES TAMALE CAMPUS
Author: Seniwoliba, A. J.
Keyword: Recommendations, Management, Higher educational institutions, Tamale Campus Ghana
Page No: 01-13

Abstract: - The study seeks to investigate the management gaps that exist in the University for Development studies and to suggest best practices for effectively managing the institution. It is in the light of this that some thematic areas were identified. The study therefore gathered information concerning some of the challenges facing the various departments, sections and units and suggest some best management strategies from ten thematic areas. The study used the qualitative research design to gather the data. Heads of the various departments, sections and units were interviewed. A number of critical issues emanated from the study however, one major visible finding was that though, every staff was employed based on some special skills, but some of them have not been placed at their specialized areas where they can operate without or with little supervision thereby making them “square pegs in round holes”. It is therefore, recommended that, the University Management Team should develop a “talent Profile” where Management could identify staff with some special skills and place them at the right places where their expertise can be tapped. Keywords: Recommendations, Management, Higher educational institutions, Tamale Campus Ghana Download PDF

Title: A NEW MATHEMATICAL PUBLIC BUDGETING MODEL FOR STUDENTS DEPUTY IN UNIVERSITIES AND HIGHER EDUCTION INSTITUTIONS
Author: Ali Poormohammad , Nahid Hashemian Bojnord, Seyed Hasan Taheri, Hamid Reza Moradi
Keyword: Multiple-Criteria Decision, Cultural Budget, Weighting Methods, University.
Page No: 14-17

Abstract: - Budget allocation is a common task carried in our daily life. As it seems to be necessary to perform this task in an ideal manner this paper mainly deals with budget allocation. In this paper explai ns ways to allocate the received amount of money. Because the amount allocated is usually less than what was estimated, it is important to distribute resources according to set priorities. Once the district receives its budget, the management team needs to allocate the budget to the various services. Institutions of higher education, both public and private, are among the most important institutions of a country. The main goal of this paper is to presents a mathematical model for Cultural budget allocation for the student deputy. The budget allocation for cultural activities is not based on the scientific method and has not provided a model for it allocation.For this reason we offer this model for the first time. Key Words: - Multiple-Criteria Decision, Cultural Budget, Weighting Methods, University. Download PDF

Title: SEXUAL HARASSMENT / VICTIMIZATION IN NIGERIA UNIVERSITIES: AN IMPEDIMENT TO EFFECTIVE UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATION
Author: U. Aja-Okorie
Keyword: Sexual Harassment and Victimization, Legislation, Higher Education, University Management, Nigeria.
Page No: 18-29

Abstract: Abstract The issues surrounding sexual harassment and victimization in the past two decades globally have become a matter of concern and are gradually becoming a public discourse. More so, our higher institutions are becoming breeding ground for all sorts of anti-social behaviours. These have continued to negatively affect academic freedom and excellence. The discourse identified low reporting as a major constraint towards eradication of this evil that has bedeviled our school system. The exact incidents are seldom available coupled with the fact that its’ occurrence is shroud in secrecy many perpetrators go undetected and unpunished. In Nigeria scenario, it appears to be more challenging, because there is no clear-cut legislation that explicitly defines what constitutes sexual harassment as well as no provisions to sanction offenders of sexual harassment and victimization. The paper contends that cases are becoming not only widespread in Nigeria higher institutions but also adversely affecting academic growth. It reiterated that despite its fraught in controversies it contributes to academic setbacks in our higher institutions. It argues that the negative effects on the females are high. The women constitute mostly the victims. It creates low self-esteem in them and invariably contributes to poor participation to academic activities, which can lead to poor academic results and low achievement. It advocates the need for university management to mainstream sexual harassment and victimization into governing policies such as in criminalizing it. University management structures should be strengthened and staff sensitized to mobilize actions towards eradication of sexual harassment and victimization on campus. Government also needs to promulgate explicit laws that specifically address sexual harassment as stiff punishable offences in order to serve as a deterrent to possible offenders. Keywords: Sexual Harassment and Victimization, Legislation, Higher Education, University Management, Nigeria. Download PDF

Title: REPOSITIONING EDUCATION THROUGH ENTREPRENEURSHIP TRAINING IN SCHOOL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT FOR NATIONAL TRANSFORMATION IN NIGERIA
Author: Onele Adali A.
Keyword: Entrepreneurship, training, education.
Page No: 30-36

Abstract: Abstract Education managers and graduates of educational administration had in time entangled with their inability to keep proper books of account and records, distinguish between school income and e xpenditure. This has incapacitated them in the actualization of self reliance in business. This is because the valuable skills needed by the managers are leant through trial and error, which can be eliminated by education. Therefore, this paper defines entrepreneurship education as that conscious effort geared towards the education and development of entrepreneurial knowledge, skill and ability essential in the management of education venture (enterprise). It further explains that self employment role of an entrepreneur serves as key to national transformation. Also that improvement of education through entrepreneurship training in school business management will enhance self reliance of graduates of educational administration and managers of both public/private schools. More so, curriculum content of education management should be reviewed to accommodate the essential skills in school business management. Finally the paper recommend among others that: Government organize workshops, seminars and conferences on entrepreneurship competencies for entrepreneurs and would be practitioners in such business. Download PDF

Title: THE EVALUATION OF CODAL FINANCIAL REPORTING EFFICIENCY ON IRAN
Author: Dr. Hassan Ghodrati and Siahat Esfandyari
Keyword: Efficiency, CODAL Network Reporting
Page No: 37-50

Abstract: - Due to process of implementation and developing of electronic financial reporting in Iran, a universal and intelligence network of informing for money market (CODAL), which is one of the most impor tant plan of informing company in money market, has been started in CODAL.ir. CODAL website could be one of complete websites and authentic in informing in field of money market for the businessmen in this field in Iran. According to the importance of CODAL site in developing of electronic financial reporting , this survey is looking for finding answer for this question: has the CODAL site improved the process of gathering information, inquiry and releasing the information of registered companies in Tehran stock exchange which for answering to it four theories has been expressed. Due to doing survey of effeteness CODAL site after selecting community and sample, a questionnaire has planned for gathering information from two registered groups in stock exchange and stockbrokers and its validity and stability by distributing between experts and by using their ideas about it were ensured . For analyzing information T tests Friedman and comparing norms of theories were used according to the groups that answered to it. The survey s data show that using CODAL site is decreasing time for preparing financial reports and increasing cost of preparing financial reports. It is also increasing fidelity and accessing to financial report. Furthermore, according to Friedman test, effectiveness of using CODAL site in four factors as mentioned are not the same. Keywords: Efficiency, CODAL Network Reporting Download PDF

Title: DEVELOPMENT OF YOUTH LED MICRO AND SMALL ENTERPRISES IN KIRINYAGA COUNTY, KENYA
Author: Stephen Kerosi Makori, Dr. Anita Wanjugu Wachira, Dr. Lilian Karimi Mugambi Mwenda
Keyword: Development, Micro-Enterprise, Small Enterprise, Youth
Page No: 51-58

Abstract: - This descriptive study sought to analyze how; finance availability, management, technology and laws and regulations affect the development of youth-led MSEs in Kenya, Kirinyaga County. Stratified r andom sampling was used to select 96 respondents out of a target population of 481. Questionnaires were used to collect data. The multiple regression results depicted the following coefficients; finance 0.018, management 0.114, technology -0.431 and laws and regulations 0.142, at 95 percent confidence level. The study recommends deliberate efforts be made by the Government to sensitize the Youths on availability of Government loans for their uptake. MSE specific courses/trainings should be introduced in secondary schools to prepare the Youths on the necessary business skills needed to start and run a business. The Government should subsidize the cost of technology adoption to enable youths embrace the same. The National and County Governments should endeavor to enact and operationalize laws and regulations which enhance business initiatives. The above recommendations may help the enhancement of development of the initiatives so as to spur the growth of MSEs. Key Words: Development, Micro-Enterprise, Small Enterprise, Youth Download PDF

Title: THE EFFECTIVENESS OF SIGN-BASED COMMUNICATION IN THE ADVERTISING/MARKETING OF NIGERIAN PRODUCTS: A USER STUDY
Author: ENDONG, Floribert Patrick Calvain
Keyword: Signs, Semiotics, Effective Communication, Anchorage, Nigerian Product.
Page No: 59-66

Abstract: Communication based on the use of conventional signs is grounded on the faulty assumption that receivers theoretically have capacity to decode the signs being used. Meanwhile, it is not uncommon to fi nd receivers (especially among the laymen) not being initiated into recognizing and decoding these signs. Signs (especially symbolic and indexical in type) have high degree of slipperiness and/or arbitrariness. This obviously creates semantic noise and likely renders communication relatively ineffective. Based on a user study aimed at eliciting consumers’ understanding and capacity to decode selected signs – which are recurrently used in the composition of marketing and advertising messages appearing on the packages of consumer products – this paper shows some limitations (the reduced intelligibility) of sign-based communication. It argues in favour of inter-semiotic translation or the use of anchorages, as strategies aimed at effective communication in advertising and marketing campaign. Keywords: Signs, Semiotics, Effective Communication, Anchorage, Nigerian Product. Download PDF

Title: EVALUATING THE SUPPORT SERVICES IN EDUCATIONAL SECTORS ON THE VIEWPOINTS OF CUSTOMERS AND CONSUMERS: A STUDY ON THE COACHING CENTERS OF SYLHET CITY
Author: Abdul Latif, Md. Amik , Jerin Akter
Keyword: Educational Support Centers, Coaching centers, Service Quality
Page No: 67-78

Abstract: - This paper is an outcome of the study aimed to evaluate the education support services provided by coaching centers because of failure of formal institutions in providing optimum satisfaction. The study was based on primary sources of data although secondary sources of data were used to conduct the study and to construct the paper. The data were collected through structured questionnaire from 200 students of schools and colleges and 100 guardians and processed through Microsoft Excel 2007 and SPSS 19. The outputs were interpreted by judgments of the researchers objectively and subjectively. Present study found that availability of five elements of better service quality; reliability, responsiveness, assurance, empathy and tangibility in the support service providing coaching centers make the consumers and customers ready to spend their time, money and efforts to consume those services. Keywords: Educational Support Centers, Coaching centers, Service Quality Download PDF

Title: SEARCHING THE REASONS OF INCREASING PAYMENT BASED EDUCATION SERVICE IN THE PRESENCE OF TOTAL COST FREE EDUCATION SERVICES: A STUDY ON PRIMARY EDUCATION OF SYLHET CITY
Author: Abdul Latif, Mohsin Hossain, Kazi Shamzid Alam, Jahidur Rahman Rumen
Keyword: Govt. and private primary school, guardians, service quality.
Page No: 79-89

Abstract: - The primary objective of the study is to analyze the reason of increasing numbers of primary schools in one of the divisional cities of Sylhet. As a descriptive empirical analysis this paper used ra ndom sampling to collect data from primary sources along with secondary sources from research articles, books, newspaper, magazines and other reading materials. A well structured questionnaire was prepared by which primary data were collected from 100 people of different professions and different income structure except the lower income marginal group. By the processing of the data through Microsoft excel 07 and SPSS 19, the researchers analyzed the outputs from scientific and logical perspectives. It is found that availability of the element of quality services attract the customers who bear significant opportunity cost to get the quality services that have a very significant long term values. Guardians’ showed their preference on private primary schools for the better future of their kids in the presence of incentive added free offering education by the Govt. primary schools. Though it is evident that customers are favoring private primary schools but they are not satisfied with the performance of them in all respects. So, the elements of quality services such as better teaching, proper teacher student ratio, curriculum, infrastructure and sports facilities are to be emphasized by both types of school for regaining the customers and for retaining them with the common objectives of attracting more customers. Key Words: Govt. and private primary school, guardians, service quality. Download PDF

Title: INFOTAINMENT AS A COMMERCIAL STRATEGY IN MEDIA PROGRAMMING AND MANAGEMENT IN NIGERIA
Author: ENDONG, Floribert Patrick Calvain
Keyword: Media Management, Infotainment, soft journalism, media programming, commercial broadcasting, entertainment.
Page No: 90-97

Abstract: - The advent of commercial broadcasting in Nigeria – coupled with the ever existing competition among national media outfits – has motivated most media houses (especially news organizations), to remod el their orientation. Many of these news houses have resorted to infotainment as a strategy to win the patronage of audiences, and in turn, attract advertisers. This paper discusses infotainment as a contemporary trend in media programming and management in Nigeria. It explores the strengths and weaknesses of the practice as well as its implications for media programming and management in the country. Being anchored on Williams Stephenson’s Play theory and the Uses and Gratification theory, it argues that, infotainment merely offers operational advantages to media managers and owners as it involves lesser fund for production and programming than the regular/classical programming formats. The paper also argues that infotainment is, to an extent, suitable for commercial broadcasting as it may attract the youths who theoretically constitute the greatest portion of audiences being targeted by advertisers. Nevertheless, infotainment has some disadvantages: it causes a segregation of audiences into narrower niches; encourages passivity and above all, gives a blow to the credibility of news and educational programs. This credibility is particularly endangered in the case where programs that are supposed to be purely factual are rather spiced up with “paranormal” (entertainment) elements. Keywords: Media Management, Infotainment, soft journalism, media programming, commercial broadcasting, entertainment. Download PDF

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