Annals of Management and Organization Research

Issued by Goodwood Publishing, the Annals of Management and Organization Research (AMOR) is an international, peer-reviewed, and scholarly journal that publishes high-quality research articles covering qualitative and quantitative research discussing interesting and contemporary topics on all areas of management and organization sciences. AMOR is aimed at providing academic media for researchers, academicians and practitioners to express their innovative ideas in developing theories and practice of management and organization.

Issued by Goodwood Publishing, the Annals of Management and Organization Research (AMOR) is an international, peer-reviewed, and scholarly journal that publishes high-quality research articles covering qualitative and quantitative research discussing interesting and contemporary topics on all areas of management and organization sciences. AMOR is aimed at providing academic media for researchers, academicians and practitioners to express their innovative ideas in developing theories and practice of management and organization.

Published
2024-11-07

Articles

Exploring institutional collaborative culture and task accomplishment in industrial settings: A case study of industries in Iran

Purpose: This study explores the dynamics of institutional collaborative culture and its influence on task accomplishment in industrial contexts. Using a correlational design, it investigated variables such as teamwork, dynamic support, delegation of responsibilities, and organizational norms and values in relation to task completion. Research Methodology: This study targeted a population of 200 principal officers from diverse departments within industries in Iran. Data collection employed a modified Likert-scale instrument focused on Institutional Collaborative Culture and Task Accomplishment in Iranian industries. The sampling was stratified, resulting in a sample size of 110 participants. Data analysis included mean, standard deviation, and regression techniques. Results: The findings indicated a significant correlation between the elements of institutional collaborative culture (teamwork, dynamic support, norms, and values) and task accomplishment. However, delegation of responsibilities did not demonstrate a significant relationship with task completion. Recommendations: This study proposes promoting teamwork principles and providing comprehensive support to personnel across all levels of industrial operations as essential strategies for enhancing task accomplishments within industrial settings.

Cashless Mobile Financial Services: Rapid growing financial sector in Bangladesh's Financial Industry

Purpose: Mobile finance services have grown in Bangladesh, reaching a large population without access to traditional banks. This research investigates how mobile banking affects Bangladesh's economy. The paper analyzes mobile financial services in the nation and identifies growth prospects. Furthermore, the study will examine the potential impact of mobile financial services on improving the quality of life for low-income persons and their role in combating poverty. Methodology/approach: In order to gather data on the adoption and utilization of mobile financial services in Bangladesh, the research will integrate primary and secondary sources, such as surveys, interviews, and case studies. The study will also examine the socioeconomic and demographic factors influencing the country's adoption of mobile financial services. Results/findings: The study also analyzed mobile financial services' economic benefits and potential drawbacks. The study will focus on the potential impact of mobile finance services on enhancing financial inclusion, expanding access to credit, and promoting economic growth in Bangladesh. The thesis will examine the potential impact of mobile financial services on enhancing financial literacy among the population and boosting the nation's GDP. Limitations:  Bangladesh's Information and Communication (ICT) strategy highlights the government's digital initiatives and policy goals as weak regarding digital inclusion. Consequently, the extent to which digital services and financial technology (fintech) will provide financial inclusion in rural Bangladesh remains uncertain. To achieve financial inclusion in the digital economy through digital services, rural populations must have access to digital equipment and supportive social contexts. Contribution: The research will investigate Bangladesh's mobile banking regulatory system and suggest improvements to protect consumers. It will also examine mobile financial service providers' problems and opportunities, as well as solutions. This article seeks to study mobile banking services in Bangladesh and find development opportunities. The findings will inform policymakers, financial institutions, and service providers in Bangladesh and other developing nations where mobile banking proliferates.   Keywords: Cashless, Mobile Banking, Mobile Financing

Social media use and entrepreneurial intention of students in higher education

Purpose: Social media use has become pervasive in the lives of students in both academic and nonacademic activities. This study aimed to assess the influence of social media use on the entrepreneurial intention of final-year students of the Higher National Diploma (HND) final year students of Accra Technical University (ATU). Research Methodology: The study used a descriptive research methodology that adopted a quantitative research approach; with a population of HND final-year students, data were gathered from 200 respondents through questionnaires. Purposive sampling was used to select participants for the study. The data received from the respondents were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics using IBM SPSS Statistics 24. Results: The results showed that students were very active on social media and found it very useful. Five-year students considered entrepreneurship a career choice after school.  The results also indicated that social media use had a significant direct effect on students’ entrepreneurial intention. Limitations: This study focused on social media use as a determinant of entrepreneurial intention, and was limited to final-year HND students. Contribution: Tertiary institutions, as part of entrepreneurship education, should allow students to explore the use of social media to advance the entrepreneurship drive as this increases entrepreneurial intention. Practical Implications: Educators must inculcate the use of social media in practical activities during entrepreneurship education. Future research should examine how specific social media sites contribute to improving entrepreneurial intention among final-year students in tertiary institutions. Novelty: This study examined social media as a factor influencing students’ entrepreneurial intentions.

Ergonomic factors and performance of academics in public universities in Nigeria

Purpose: This study investigated the effects of physical ergonomic factors on the performance of lecturers in public Universities in Anambra State, Nigeria. Research Methodology: This study adopted a descriptive survey design. The population of the study was 200; 187 questionnaires were returned and used in the analysis, and the census method was adopted. The source of the data was a questionnaire, which was tested for reliability using the split-half technique, and the value obtained was .998. Correlation analysis was carried out, and the hypothesis was tested at a 5% level of significance. Results: The findings indicated that there is a positive correlation between ergonomic factors and the performance of academics in the universities under study, and it was established that the coefficient level between ergonomic factors and the performance of academics is very high, and that the correlation coefficient is significant at the 0.01 levels (.000<0.01). Therefore, the null hypothesis was rejected and alternately accepted, which states that there is a significant relationship between physical ergonomic factors and the performance of academics in public Universities in Anambra State, Nigeria. Limitations: The narrowing of the scope of the study to only public Universities in Anambra State limits the generalizability of the study.   Contribution: The Nigerian government will, by this study, know how to properly apply the physical ergonomic factors and its principles strictly adhered to, which will help reduce stress and work-related hazards in the workplace, leading to increased efficiency and stellar performance of public universities.

Understanding Behavioral Intentions: How Customers Decide to Adopt Internet Banking in Bangladesh

Purpose: In the arena of digital banking, internet banking has become a hotcake. As internet banking becomes an increasingly integral component of the financial services sector, understanding the determinants that drive or inhibit its adoption among active customers is crucial for both banks and policymakers. Research Methodology: The research employs a quantitative. A structured questionnaire were used to collect data from the customers, focusing on key constructs such as technological device self-efficacy (TSE), user-friendly (UF), beneficial (B) , security concerns (SC), features of the apps (FA), trust, social influence (SI). In this study answer sheets were provided to 350 banking service consumers out of which only 174 answered the questions. After discarding the incomplete answer sheets, a total of 146 were found suitable for the study. Statistical analyses, including descriptive analysis, correlation analysis and multiple regression, are applied to identify and quantify the relationships between these factors and behavioral intentions. Results: According to the findings, the intention of users to use internet banking services in Bangladesh was significantly predicted by the user-friendly (B = 0.708, t = 5.585; p < 0.000) and features of the applications (B = 0.392, t = 2.443; p < 0.016). On the other hand, in Bangladesh, the behavioral intention to use internet banking is most significantly impacted by user friendly. Limitations: The study is only geographically focused on Bangladesh and may ignore the influence of external factors (such as regulatory changes and economic fluctuations), which may significantly influence consumer adoption decisions. Contribution: The study will contribute to the academic literature by extending the existing theories of technology adoption in the context of internet banking in Bangladesh. The findings of this study will assist strategic decisions, policy formulation, and initiatives to promote greater adoption and effective use of Internet banking services.

The effects of ESG management on process innovation: The case of cement industry

Purpose: In the past, companies placed significant emphasis on Earnings Per Share (EPS) financial performance, while Environment Social Governance (ESG) is now used to assess a company's comprehensive performance in the areas of environment, social responsibility, and corporate governance. Research Methodology: This study employs qualitative research through in-depth interviews and utilizes the SWOT analysis method. This study aims to conduct an in-depth investigation into Taiwan Asia Cement's future carbon management strategy, anticipating and positioning itself to turn the crisis into an opportunity, ultimately becoming a major winner in the era of climate change and a low-carbon economy. Results: The primary objectives are to understand the innovative process of promoting low-carbon cement manufacturing by Taiwan Asia Cement and to investigate consumers' willingness to use this cement. The study reveals that Asia Cement has established a low-carbon cement promotion team, actively collaborating with consumers to increase the adoption of low-carbon cement, resulting in a stable market growth rate. Limitations: The marketing strategies in this study are more useful for the cement industry only and are not applicable to competitive marketing strategies in other industries. Contribution:  Additionally, interviews uncover that consumers using low-carbon cement are mainly located in eastern Taiwan. Many consumers in this region have not heard of or used low-carbon cement, indicating significant marketing opportunities. Novelty: In an environment where the world is emphasizing ESG, it is important to enhance the corporate image of the cement industry through process innovation to contribute to environmental issues.