Business Administration Research Papers/Topics

LEAN MANAGEMENT AND CORPORATE VITALITY IN ORGANISATIONS

The paper examined the relationship between lean management and corporate vitality in organizations.  The paper noted that lean management is considerably gaining attention among organizational scholars  and as a tool for organizational sustainability of which healthy firms can adopt in terms of been proactive  to the constraints that arises from the competitive business environments. The problem stated was clearly  focused on lean readiness i.e. the unwilling intent of organizational mem...

Good corporate governance practices for business sustainability (Case study of selected MSMEs)

This research study is an attempt at exploring the practice of good corporate governance among Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and how it impacts on business sustainability. The factors or variables considered within the context of this study were stakeholder relationship, transparency and accountability in management, and the level of awareness of corporate governance. The study reviewed various sources including mostly online journal papers, articles, textbooks, white paper publications...

CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND ORGANIZATION IMAGE IN UNITED BANK FOR AFRICA

  the study examines the effect of Corporate social responsibility and organization image in UBA . the study adopted both primary and secondary method of data collection.finding from the study shows that, UBA is engage in various social responsibility, this includes: Product Lines i.e not producing dangerous products, maintaining good product standard that are environmentally safe, Marketing Practices; responding to consumer complaints setting fair prices and maintaining fair advertising m...

THE ADOPTION AND USE OF ELECTRONIC PAYMENT SYSTEMS IN GHANA

ABSTRACT E-payment system is increasingly becoming a daring means of payments in today’s business world. This is due to its efficiency, convenience and timeliness. It is a payment system that is continuously being embraced and adopted in the financial system of both developed and developing countries with a view to simplify and ease payments in business transactions. This study was carried out to look into the adoption and use of electronic payment systems in Ghana by business owners with e...

The Adoption and Use of Electronic Payment Systems in Ghana, A Case of E-Zwich in the Accra Metropolis

ABSTRACT E-payment system is increasingly becoming a daring means of payments in today’s business world. This is due to its efficiency, convenience and timeliness. It is a payment system that is continuously being embraced and adopted in the financial system of both developed and developing countries with a view to simplify and ease payments in business transactions. This study was carried out to look into the adoption and use of electronic payment systems in Ghana by business owners with e...

Leadership Trait Theory and Firm Profitability: A Case Study of Nigerian Bottling Company, Benin City By Evans Uhunoma

This study aimed at determining the relationship of leadership trait theory on the profitability of Nigeria Bottling Company, in Benin City. Descriptive survey design was used. The target population consisted of all the eighty four (84) senior staff in Nigeria Bottling Company, in Benin City. Respondents were these senior staff occupying one leadership positon or the other in the firm. A structured questionnaire was used to collect primary data. The response rate of this study was 81% based o...

The Impact of Management Information System on Business Performance

ABSTRACT The role of Management information system (MIS) in business organizations, has evolved over time to become an integral part of its operations. However most times, emphasis are laid on the roles and importance of  adopting information system and information technology. This study therefore, is designed to explore the impact of management information system on business performance. Primary data was obtained through the administration of questionnaire. The sample size consisted of 75...

FACTORS INFLUENCING INDIVIDUAL BEHAVIOUR

People at all levels behave and act in different ways intentionally and sometimes unintentionally. The way an individual addresses a situation single-handedly or says in a group or organization is influenced by various factors. This article examines the various ways individuals respond to situations at different times. 

Effect of organizational ethics on employee performance (a case study of GTB plc Calabar)

Effect of organizational ethics on employee performance (a case study of GTB plc Calabar)

Efficacy of Mentorship as a Veritable Tool for Entrepreneurship Action on Entrepreneurship Education

ABSTRACT The purpose of this study is to examine efficacy of mentorship as a veritable tool for entrepreneurship action on entrepreneurship education. The study seeks to determine the relationships between formal mentoring and entrepreneurship action on entrepreneurship education. Furthermore, scanty studies by other authors were also reviewed. However, both primary and secondary sources of data were exploited. The primary data were collected by administering questionnaire, whilst the seconda...

COMPOSITION REVIEW

Corporate governance failures globally in the last decade as well as the financial crisis worldwide have mounted strong pressure on the board of various organizations to live up to their responsibilities and roles. In Ghana, a number of cases have been recorded as the failure of board members to carry out their responsibilities (for example, Capital Bank and UT Bank). Boards have been faulted for lack of vigilant oversight functions, the relinquishing of control to corporate managers who ha...

Knowledge of the Business Environment and its Impact on the Performance of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises

Abstract This research work examined the level of awareness of SME operators of business environment and its influence on their performance. The researcher intended to find out how the lack of knowledge of laws governing business operations and other external factors can hinder the successful operation of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises in Nigeria. The study was limited to primary data obtained from some selected SMEs in Abuja. Secondary sources of data were utilized for the study from re...

SME INTERNATIONALIZATION AND THE CLOTHING AND TEXTILE INDUSTRY IN NIGERIA Project

Abstract The Study is an Assessment of the Determinants of successful Internationalization of the Clothing and Textile Industry in Nigeria. A secondary data research approach involving explanatory and descriptive designs was used to collect and analyse data from World Bank, United Nation, and Association of Nigerian Manufacturers. The findings are that internationalization is positively influenced by Network relationship and negatively influenced by infrastructure and export barriers which in...

Effect of Privatization and Deregulation on the Performance of NNPC, Enugu Project

This study examines effect of privatization and deregulation on the performance of NNPC, Enugu. The study investigated the effect of the deregulation on the prices and consumption of petroleum products, its returns on NNPC, as well as its impact on the living standard of Nigeria. The empirical analysis is restricted to the period between 2010 and 2016 during the period that policy was implemented. The study made use of Chi Square analysis tool and found out that, although the station has not...

MICRO FINANCE BANK SERVICES AND SME PERFORMANCE IN ABUJA

ABSTRACT This research took a dive into the role of micro finance bank’s services on the performance of Small and Medium Scale Enterprises in Abuja. The study focused on selected SME operators within Abuja Municipal council. The variables identified for the study were dependent and independent variables. The independent variables were micro savings and micro credit, and the dependent variable was SME performance based on the gross profit of the SMEs. Primary data method of data collection w...


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