Case Study
The Impact of E-Government on Organizational Agility: Case Study of Governmental Banks in Iran

Omar Mahmoudi

Volume 2, Issue 10 , October 2015, Pages 1141-1160

Abstract
  The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between E-government and agility in Marivan state-owned banks. The research methodology is survey and correlative. Through Cochran formula 120 employees of state-owned banks were selected. Classification sampling method was used to select staffs. ...  Read More

Original Research
Effect of Product Cues on the Purchase of Private Labels of Food Products from Organised Retailers in Chandigarh

Rajneesh Mehra

Volume 2, Issue 10 , October 2015, Pages 1161-1190

Abstract
  Organised retail industry is at a nascent stage in India. Industry of private label branded products, though evolving, is rapidly growing.  Majority of the organised retail firms are still offering products under national and local brands.  However, many of them are enabling the availability ...  Read More

Original Research
The Role of Microfinance in Poverty Reduction: Evidence from South Asia

Saira Ishfaq Ishfaq; Imran Khan; Tazeem Ali Shah; Raja Ahmed Jamil

Volume 2, Issue 10 , October 2015, Pages 1191-1199

Abstract
  This study analyzed the impact of micro finance and macroeconomic variables on poverty at three levels. The paper covers the time period of 08 years from 2005 to 2012. A panel of 06 selected SAARC countries was taken including India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Bhutan. Panel data regression ...  Read More

Original Research
Effect of Product Harm Crises on Facets of Consumer Based Brand Equity: Asian Emerging Markets’ Perspective

Ganganee Chandima Samaraweera; Qing Ping

Volume 2, Issue 10 , October 2015, Pages 1200-1217

Abstract
  Consumer based brand equity (CBBE) is a complex, multi-faceted concept and the facets of CBBE capture consumers’ brand related beliefs. From a managerial perspective, it is imperative to know the most damaging facet of CBBE in order to launch appropriate management strategies to safeguard that ...  Read More

Original Research
Evaluating the Effects of Ownership Structure and Cash Holding on Accepted Companies Value in Tehran Stock Exchange

Mousa Yousefi; Ali Asghar Farajzadeh; Alireza Nasirpour

Volume 2, Issue 10 , October 2015, Pages 1218-1229

Abstract
  The current research is studying the role of ownership structure and cash holding on the accepted companies' value in Tehran Stock Exchange. The sample of the research includes 62 corporations within 2008 to 2013.The ownership structure can direct the corporate toward better performance and increasing ...  Read More

Original Research
Applying Ratio Analysis Appropriate to the Probiotec Ltd to Measure and Comment upon the Company’s Liquidity

Hamidreza Mahboobinejad

Volume 2, Issue 10 , October 2015, Pages 1230-1243

Abstract
  This paper firstly introduces the Probiotec Ltd as a case study to analyze the financial situation and performance of the company through ratio analysis. Following this, using literature, it will be then argued that Probiotec Ltd should use two systems of accounting to have its financial performance ...  Read More

Case Study
Effect of Relationship Marketing on Word of Mouth in Life Insurance with the Approach of Trust and Commitment: Case Study of Karafarin Insurance Agents in Mashhad

Saeed Yazdani Parsa; Tooraj Sadeghi

Volume 2, Issue 10 , October 2015, Pages 1244-1260

Abstract
  Word of mouth is of critical importance for marketers and many scholars believe that word of mouth is one of the most effective and efficient advertising ways. Moreover, relationship marketing causes the costs of attracting new customers through long-term relationships with current customers and in this ...  Read More

Review Article
A Review on the Current Profile and Challenges of the Sri Lankan Apparel Industry

Shanika Dilanthi

Volume 2, Issue 10 , October 2015, Pages 1261-1277

Abstract
  The Sri Lankan apparel industry serves the country’s economy in various ways. Creating employment opportunities, exporting products to the international market and earning foreign exchange are some of major contributions of the apparel industry. Literature and the annual statistical reports on ...  Read More

Conceptual Paper
Can Franchisors Balance Adaptation and Standardization? Toward Theorizing Ambidexterity in Franchisors

Fatemeh Joharianzadeh; Kamal Sakhdari; Babak Ziyae; Mohsen Azari Aghviyeh

Volume 2, Issue 10 , October 2015, Pages 1278-1289

Abstract
  Franchising is a growth strategy in which franchisors grant other parties the right to use their brand, processes and value propositions in different geographical places. Consistency in products and services across different branches is considered as a prominent feature of this business model. This; ...  Read More

Case Study
Effect of Advertising on Public Awareness in life Insurances: a Case Study of Dana Insurance Company in Mashhad

Zeynab Hakimi; Mohammad Heidari

Volume 2, Issue 10 , October 2015, Pages 1290-1298

Abstract
  Considering significance of life insurance and as these insurance policies are  regarded as a development criterion in many countries worldwide, as well as lack of knowledge about the existence, recognition, features and advantages of such insurance policies, advertising plays a critical role in ...  Read More

Conceptual Paper
Corporate Social Responsibility, Challenges, Prospects and Its Impact on Infrastructural Developments in West African Economies

Maryam Abdullahi Habib

Volume 2, Issue 10 , October 2015, Pages 1299-1311

Abstract
  The main reason for the existence of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives is to facilitate the move towards development where needed. CSR in developing countries and in particular, West African economies have been lagging behind the ‘Best in class’ practices such as those in ...  Read More

Review Article
The General Review of Dualities Theory in Managing Organizational Change

Wong Mun Whye; Rashad Yazdanifard

Volume 2, Issue 10 , October 2015, Pages 1312-1318

Abstract
  This article is about how duality theory is perceived by leaders and how we should focus on its element. It is important because organization tend to underestimate the importance of dualities. This research will show that duality thinking provides us the knowledge to handle opposing values and appreciating ...  Read More