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Volume 7, Issue 11 (November, 2017)
Effects of Guidance Group Adjustment Career Thinking Modules (ACT) Based on the Theory of Cognitive Information Processing towards the Dysfunctional Career Thinking and the Vocational Situation of Form Four Students

AUTHORS: Nur Liyana Mohd Ibrahim, Mohammad Aziz Shah Mohamed Arip

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 10 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 1-15

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3430

Recent Projects of a Preservation Framework for Digital Preservation

AUTHORS: Irwan Kamaruddin Abdul Kadir, Alwi Mohd Yunus

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 10 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 16-38

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3431

Development of a Generic Model for the Preservation of Primary Research Data Based Digital Resources Life Cycle

AUTHORS: Irwan Kamaruddin Abdul Kadir, Alwi Mohd Yunus

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 10 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 39-62

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3432

Electronic Money or Cash? In Face of Liquidity Crisis in Zimbabwe

AUTHORS: Upenyu Sakarombe, Namatirai Dziva Marabada

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 14 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 63-73

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3433

A Generic Preservation Model Based Cop Elements of Primary Research Data and Records

AUTHORS: Alwi Mohd Yunus, Irwan Kamaruddin Abdul Kadir

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 18 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 74-101

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3440

Managing the Preservation of Records for Digital Primary Data: A Case of Malaysia Institution

AUTHORS: Alwi Mohd Yunus, Irwan Kamaruddin Abdul Kadir

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 18 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 102-126

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3441

Inflationary Trend and its Impact on Nigeria Stock Exchange Market

AUTHORS: Orajaka Ugochukwu Paul, Okeke Chinedu Prince

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 21 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 127-140

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3445

The Effect of Climate Change on Water Resources Using Panel Approach: The Case of Malaysia

AUTHORS: Zuraini Anang, Jaharudin Padli, Mahirah Kamaludin, Surrendren Sathasivam

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 22 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 141-152

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3446

Assessing the Relationship between Psychological Factors of Empowerment with Organizational Entrepreneurship at the Social Security General Administration of Mazandaran Province in Iran

AUTHORS: Hassan Razaghi Shani, Majid Fattahi

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 22 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 153-166

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3447

Determinants Of Brand Loyalty In Online Communities: A Facebook Evidence

AUTHORS: Caner Dincer, Banu Dincer

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 24 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 167-174

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3448

Importance of Customer Knowledge in Business Organizations

AUTHORS: Benhamou Najat

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 24 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 175-187

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3449

Evaluating Salesman’s Personality Attributes in B2B Branding Context: The Case of Mobile-Communication Company of Iran

AUTHORS: Hamidreza Radmanesh, Batoul Adelkhah

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 24 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 188-197

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3450

Cognitive Domain Achievement Level among Reserve Officers Training Team (PALAPES)

AUTHORS: Azali Bin Rahmat, Mohd Izwan Bin Shahril, Norkhalid Bin Salimin, Mohamad Ali Roshidi Bin Ahmad, Gunathevan a/l Elumalai, Rasyidi Bin Johan, Ali Md Nadzalan

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 198-203

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3451

Application of Lurik Traditional Weaving Fabrics for Furniture Design and Interior Products, as a Strategy to Increase Economic Potential and Competitiveness

AUTHORS: Gervasius Herry Purwoko, Tri Novianto Puji Utomo, Wina Christina

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 204-209

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3452

Effect of Experiential Teaching Methodology on Personality and Entrepreneurial Intentions: A Proposed Framework

AUTHORS: Aqeel Israr, Norashidah Hashim

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 210-226

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3453

Corporate Past and Attitude towards Corporate Social Responsibility: Impact on Brand Identity

AUTHORS: Banu Dincer, Caner Dincer

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Nov, 2017

PAGES: 227-232

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3454

Berasik Healing Ritual Performance: Illness Etiology Perspectives amongst Bajau Sama Natives Practices

AUTHORS: Lena Farida Hussain Chin, Mohd Kipli Abdul Rahman

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 02 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 233-245

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3455

Assessing the Relevance of Trade Fair in the Marketing of Industrial products in Nigeria (The Enugu Experience)

AUTHORS: Okolo, Victor O., Okolo, Joachin U., Mmamel Zita U., Okonkwo Raphael V., Obikeze, Chinedum O.

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 02 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 246-264

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3456

Educational Material using Malay Children's Folk Songs for Viola Beginners

AUTHORS: Violetta Ayderova, Wong Huey Yi @ Colleen Wong

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 02 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 265-280

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3457

Factors Influencing Quality Honey Production

AUTHORS: Caleb Kiplimo Bett

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 02 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 281-292

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3458

Financial Self-Efficacy on Women Entrepreneurs Success

AUTHORS: Nadia Asandimitra, Achmad Kautsar

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 02 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 293-300

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3459

Women Empowerment: A Comparative Analysis of Women Empowerment Working in Public and Private Organizations of Sargodha District

AUTHORS: Muhammad Javed Amjad, Dr. Mumtaz Ali, Alia Shaheen, Irum Sultana, Irfan Nawaz

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 02 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 301-308

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3460

Relationship Between Strategic Product Development Practices and Financial Performance of Telecommunication Firms in Kenya

AUTHORS: Arnold Namusonge, Elegwa Mukulu, Samuel Mokaya

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 03 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 309-326

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3461

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) from the perspective of Line Managers in the Malaysian Timber Industry

AUTHORS: Kartinah Ayupp, Hamrila Abdul Latif

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 03 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 327-337

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3462

The Impact of Open Innovation and Supply Chain Management Towards Firm Performance

AUTHORS: Faiq Aziz, Nomahaza Mahadi, Wan Normeza Wan Zakaria, Nozama Mahadi

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 03 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 338-344

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3465

A Proposed Framework of Academic Staff Up-Take in Integrating E-Learning in the Education Delivery

AUTHORS: Shathees Baskaran, Nomahaza Mahadi, Siti Zaleha Abdul Rasid, Adriana Mohd Rizal

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 03 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 345-355

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3466

An Overview of Acceptance and Adoption of Agricultural Innovation and Technology for Sustainable Palm Oil Industry

AUTHORS: Farahida Zulkefli, Syahrizan Syahlan

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 03 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 356-360

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3467

Application of Kirkpatrick Model for Effectiveness of Islamic Education Teacher Programme

AUTHORS: Mohamad Zarkhuan Zainol, Azmil Hashim, Ahmad Yunus Kasim

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 03 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 361-368

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3468

National Character Practices through History Education in Primary School

AUTHORS: Zunaida Zakaria, Abdul Razaq Ahmad, Mohd Mahzan Awang

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 04 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 369-379

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3471

Effect of Teamwork, Employee Empowerment and Training on Employee Performance

AUTHORS: Iftikhar Ahmad, Sheikh Raheel Manzoor

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 04 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 380-394

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3472

The Effects of Algo-Heuristic Lesson Design on Creative Thinking, Creative Strengths and Achievement of Visual Art Subject

AUTHORS: Nur Juliana Abdul Majid, Merza Abbas

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 04 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 395-406

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3473

Exploring Moral Thinking Using Videos in Flipped Classroom

AUTHORS: Shasitharan Raman Kutty, Nadarajan Thambu

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 04 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 407-416

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3474

The Effects of Teacher Commitment on Student Achievement: A Case Study in Iraq

AUTHORS: Mustafa Altun

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 05 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 417-426

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3475

The Effects of Reading Instruction on Recreational Reading Behaviors and Attitudes of EFL Learners

AUTHORS: Mustafa Altun

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 05 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 427-432

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3476

Fat-tailed Distributions, Value at Risk and the Japanese Stock Market Returns

AUTHORS: Kengo Kayaba, Yohei Sato, Junji Sawada, Naoki Ueda

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 06 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 433-440

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3479

Acrimony or Harmony? The Case of Relations Between Mother Schools and their Satellite Schools in a Selected District in Masvingo Province

AUTHORS: Kudzayi Savious Tarisayi, Ronald Manhibi

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 08 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 441-447

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3480

The Implications of using Teaching Aids in the Teaching of the Science and Technology Component in Malaysian Preschools

AUTHORS: Suppiah Nachiappan, Zaharah Osman, Nurulhuda Md Hassan, Norly Jamil, Hashimah Hussien, Mastura Othman, Sandra Suffian, Sandra Suffian

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 08 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 448-461

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3485

Empirical Analysis on Relationships between Entrepreneurial Traits and Entrepreneurial Intention

AUTHORS: Yohana Jacob Sesabo

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 08 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 462-478

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3486

Theoretical Framework for Factors Influencing Job-Seekers’ Intention to Use Online Recruitment Websites

AUTHORS: Nor Asiah Mahmood, Ng Feng Ling

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 08 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 479-487

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3487

Comparison of Economic and Education Development in Singapore and South Korea

AUTHORS: Roland Attila Csizmazia

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 08 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 488-508

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3488

Construction, Validity And Reliability of Pre University Students Stress Inventory

AUTHORS: Norhisham Abdul Razak, Syed Sofian Syed Salim, Mohammad Nasir Bistamam

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 09 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 509-521

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3490

Application of Ivan Galamian Principles for Violin Learning through Malaysian Folk Tunes

AUTHORS: Mayya Musaeva, Clare Chan Suet Ching, Christine Augustine, Christine Augustine

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 09 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 522-536

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3493

Flood Management Using Data Driver Index: A Case Study in Kelantan, Malaysia

AUTHORS: Tuan Siti Nuur Fatihah TUAN SOH, Mohd Khairul Amri KAMARUDIN, Hafizan JUAHIR, Muhammad Barzani GASIM, Siti Nor Fazillah ABDULLAH

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 09 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 537-548

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3494

The Current Practice of Data Management of Schools and District Education Offices: Is There a Need for a New Approach?

AUTHORS: Nor Hasbiah Ubaidullah, Zulkifley Mohamed, Aslina Saad, Jamilah Hamid, Nazre Abdul Rashid, Mohamadisa Hashim, Saira Banu Omar Khan

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 09 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 549-565

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3495

Understanding Purchase Intention of Ready-to-Eat Food among Malaysian Urbanites: A Proposed Framework

AUTHORS: Shathees Baskaran, Salahuddin Ahmad Ayob, Ng Chun Howe, Nomahaza Mahadi

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 09 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 566-579

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3496

The Impact of the Practice of Earnings Management on Financiers’ Decisions and the Role of Audit Quality as a Moderator Variable: Evidence from Manufacturing Companies Listed on Amman Stock Exchange

AUTHORS: Mohammad Nassar, Lina Hani Warrad, Mahmoud Nassar

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 10 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 580-589

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3497

Key Challenges and Issues Consumer Face in Consuming Halal Product

AUTHORS: Dayang Haryani Diana Ag. Damit, Amran Harun, David Martin

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 13 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 590-598

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3498

Digital Technology and Formalization of informal Businesses: A case of African Traditional Spiritualists

AUTHORS: Jude Kenechi Onyima, Nkechi Cordelia Ojiagu

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 14 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 599-609

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3501

Indian Influences in the Supernatural Elements Found in the Malay Classic Films of Dewi Murni, Gul Bakawali and Selendang Delima

AUTHORS: Sumathi Maniam Raj, Raja Morgan Veerappan

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 14 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 610-617

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3502

Attitude towards Counterfeit of Luxury Brands: A Research on Consumers in Turkey

AUTHORS: Ismail Tamer Toklu, Salih Baran

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 14 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 618-632

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3503

Change of Mazhab (School of Thought): The Effects on Inheritance in Islamic Family Law

AUTHORS: Nizaita Omar, Zulkifly Muda

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 14 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 633-642

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3504

Education and Tourism in a Small Open Growth Economy

AUTHORS: Wei-Bin Zhang

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 14 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 643-666

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3505

Interrelationship among Corporate Image, Service Quality, Customer Satisfaction, and Customer Loyalty: Testing the moderating impact of Complaint Handling

AUTHORS: Muhammad Shahid Iqbal, Masood Ul Hassan, Shumaila Sharif, Ume Habibah

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 15 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 667-688

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3506

Does School Quality Matter? A Comparative Analysis of Provision of Services in Government Primary Schools of Rawalpindi Division

AUTHORS: Alia Shaheen, Irfan Nawaz, Rida Akhtar, Shjeeah Javaid, Sidra Matloob

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 15 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 689-703

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3507

Burnout in Nurses at a Referral Hospital in Western Kenya

AUTHORS: Rael Wahu Gichara

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 15 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 704-715

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3508

Determinants of Audit fees in a Developing Economy: Evidence from Ghana

AUTHORS: Alhassan Musah

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 15 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 716-730

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3510

Development Phase of Traditional Dance in the State of Perak, Malaysia: A Literature Review

AUTHORS: Muhammad Fazli Taib Saearani, Abdul Hamid Chan, Nur Nabila Michael Luang Abdullah

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 15 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 731-737

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3511

Islamic Law on Gambling and Some Modern Business Practices

AUTHORS: Atikullah Abdullah

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 16 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 738-750

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3512

Leadership and Management Commitment towards Logistics Performance Improvement in Malaysia with the Adoption of Green Logistics as the Moderating Variable

AUTHORS: Mohamad Fared bin Mohamad Makmor, Mazni binti Saad

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 16 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 751-764

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3513

Review Paper on the Commitment to Service Quality and Relationship with other Constructs

AUTHORS: Munwar Hussain Pahi, Kamal Ab. Hamid, Nighat Moin

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 17 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 765-775

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3514

Examining the Mediating Role of the Critical Psychological States between Job Characteristics and Job Satisfaction among Employees in the General Media Sector in Syria

AUTHORS: Ammar Hussein

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 17 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 776-786

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3515

Development of Organization Networks Towards Knowledge Management Excellent- From University of Agroscience Malaysia (UCAM) Perspective

AUTHORS: Muhd Nazri Muhamad Noor, Alwi Mohd Yunus, Mohd Ridwan Seman @ Kamarulzaman

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 18 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 787-798

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3517

The Changing Roles of Librarians as Knowledge Manager in Academic Institutions: Empowerment and Advocacy

AUTHORS: Noor Alia Hanim Mohamad Hassan, Alwi Mohd Yunus, Ahmad Nazri Mansor

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 18 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 799-810

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3518

Investigation of Knowledge Management Practices among academicians at Bahagian Teknologi Pendidikan Negeri (BTPN) Selangor and MARA Higher Education Institute: A Comparative Study

AUTHORS: Nor Ahmad Khamzah, Shamsiah Hussin, Sharifah Rafidah Wan Bagus, Sarah Md. Sah, Alwi Mohd Yunus

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 18 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 811-825

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3519

Empowering Technical EDUCATION institute through Harvesting Tacit Knowledge: An Empirical Study at Kolej Kemahiran Tinggi MARA Kemaman, Malaysia

AUTHORS: Shamsiah Husin, Alwi Mohd Yunus, Ahmad Zam Hariro Samsudin

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 18 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 826-848

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3520

Tapping Tacit Knowledge for Developing Organizations’ Competitive Advantages: Public Sector’s View

AUTHORS: Hazlin Selamat, Alwi Mohd Yunus

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 18 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 849-862

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3521

Technology Acceptance in Healthcare Service: A Case of Electronic Medical Records (ERM)

AUTHORS: Anuar Mohamamad, Alwi Mohd Yunus

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 18 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 863-877

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3522

Perception of the Effectiveness of Information Content in Newspaper Advertising in Promoting Government’s New Policy: Goods and Services Tax (GST)

AUTHORS: Mardzuki Mazlan, Wan Ab. Kadir Wan Dollah, Zaharuddin Ibrahim, Juwahir Ali

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 19 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 878-897

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3523

Social Media Communication and their Contingency Impacts on the Sustainability of Organization Performance and Practices

AUTHORS: Norhadijah Md Mokhtar

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 19 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 898-907

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3524

Advantages of Using Cloud Computing by Knowledge Management Personnel

AUTHORS: Nur Hafizah Mat Daud, Safawi Abdul Rahman

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 19 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 908-916

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3525

Factors of Big Data Analytics in Enabling the Knowledge Management Practice

AUTHORS: Norfadilatul Akma Mohd Rafhi, Safawi Abdul Rahman

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 19 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 917-927

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3526

The Role of Knowledge Management and Entrepreneurial Orientation on Organizational Performance among Commercial Banks in Jordan

AUTHORS: Zeyad Alkhazali, Rosni Bakar, Mohd Ab. Halim

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 21 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 928-936

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3527

Inflation Rates and Inflation Uncertainty in Africa: A Quantile Regression Approach

AUTHORS: R. Santos Alimi

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 23 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 937-952

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3534

The Effect of Website Security on E-Payment Usage: From Jordanian Customer Perspective

AUTHORS: Sameer M. Aljabaly, Manar Khamis Alfarsi

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 23 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 953-962

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3535

Effects of Consumers Perceived Barriers to the Implementation of Alcoholic Drinks Control Act, 2010 on Compliance

AUTHORS: Mercy Kwambai, Kipkoech Sammy Kimutai

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 23 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 963-976

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3536

Relationship between Attitude towards Advertisement Appeals and Consumer Buying Behaviour among Young Adults in Malaysia

AUTHORS: Lee Kar Wai, Syuhaily Osman

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 23 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 977-989

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3537

A Measurement Model of Independent Learning Based on Connectivism Theory and Web 2.0: Partial Least Squares-Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) Approach

AUTHORS: Zulkifley Mohamed, Nor Hasbiah Ubaidullah, Siti Ilyana Mohd Yusof

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 23 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 990-1004

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3538

Social Media and Lesbians in Malaysia

AUTHORS: Nurul Jannah Mohd Juaini, Mutia Sobihah Abd. Halim, Lukman @ Zawawi Mohamad, Normala Riza, Azlini Chik

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 23 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1005-1014

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3539

The Effect of Transport Management on Organizational Performance Among Textile Manufacturing Firms in Kenya

AUTHORS: Enock Gideon Musau, Gregory Namusonge, John Ngeno

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 25 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1015-1031

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3542

The Effect of Inventory Management on Organizational Performance Among Textile Manufacturing Firms in Kenya

AUTHORS: Enock Gideon Musau, Gregory Namusonge, Elizabeth Nambuswa Makokha, John Ngeno

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 25 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1032-1046

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3543

The Tripartite Trafficking

AUTHORS: Usman Mika’il Usman, Raja Noriza Raja Ariffin, Azmah Othman

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1047-1061

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3544

The Use of Information Technology and Communication (ICT) Among Form Four Agriculture Students in Malaysian Secondary Schools

AUTHORS: Md. Nasir bin Masran, Irdaharu binti Ramli

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1062-1070

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3545

The Effect of the Use of Interactive Multimedia towards Form Two Technical Living Skills Students

AUTHORS: Md. Nasir Masran, Mohd Akmal Faiz Bakar

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1071-1081

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3546

Selecting Appropriate Happiness Measures and Malleability: A Review

AUTHORS: MohdKhatib Nor- Azzatunnisak, AbRahman Roseliza- Murni, Jamiah Manap, Suzana Mohd Hoesni

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1082-1099

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3547

Factors Affecting Attitudes Towards Mathematics

AUTHORS: Aszunarni Ayob, Ruhizan M. Yasin

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1100-1109

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3548

The Influence of Attitude, Subjective Norm, and Islamic Religiosity on Compliance Behavior of Income Zakat Among Educators

AUTHORS: Yusuf Haji- Othman, Ibadurrahman Alwi, Mohd Sholeh Sheh Yusuff, Mohd Shahid Azim Mohd Saufi

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1110-1116

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3549

The Influence of Knowledge, Islamic Religiosity and Self-Efficacy on the Intention to Pay Income Zakat among Public Educators in Kedah, Malaysia

AUTHORS: Yusuf Haji- Othman, Mohd Sholeh Sheh Yusuff, Mohd Shahid Azim Mohd Saufi, Siti Hafsha

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1117-1127

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3550

Financing Kolej Universiti INSANIAH Using the Concept of Cash Waqf: The Way Forward

AUTHORS: Yusuf Haji- Othman, Wan Nazjmi Mohamed Fisol, Mohd Shahid Azim Mohd Saufi, Muhammad Baqir Abdullah

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1128-1135

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3551

Intertextual Reading on Tafsir Nur Al-Ihsan: A Study using the Haplology Method

AUTHORS: Mohd Sholeh Sheh Yusuff, Yusuf Haji- Othman, Mat Rani Abdul Manaf, Mohamad Hazli Ismail

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1136-1149

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3552

Sustainable Residential College: Study on The Room Space Comfort at Public Universities Residential College in Malaysia

AUTHORS: Mohd Reduan Buyung, Haryati Shafii

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1150-1162

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3553

Concept of Relationship Marketing from Trio Perspective

AUTHORS: Murni Yusoff

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1163-1169

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3554

The Review of Sustainability Model and Indicators for Higher Education Institutions in Malaysia

AUTHORS: Mohd Zamri Husaini, Ahmad Jusoh

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1170-1182

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3555

The Influence of Islamic Works Ethics and Subjective Norms on Unethical Behavior among Small and Medium Enterprise Owners in Malaysia

AUTHORS: Mohd Farid Abd Latib, Yusuf Haji- Othman, Mohd Nasir Ahmad, Ridzhal Hasnan

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1183-1190

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3556

Infusing High Order Thinking Skills (HOTs) through Thinking Based Learning (TBL) during ECA to enhance students interest in STEM

AUTHORS: Hartini Hashim, Mohd Norawi Ali, Mohd Ali Shamsudin

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1191-1199

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3557

Effective Elements of Industry-Training Center Collaboration in National Dual Training Systems (NDTS) Program

AUTHORS: Sariyah Adam, Mohamad Sattar Rasul, Ruhizan Mohamad Yasin, Norhayati Yahaya

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1200-1212

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3558

Exploring the Conceptual and Psychometric Properties of Alternative Assessment using the Rasch Measurement Model

AUTHORS: Nor Hasnida Che Md Ghazali

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1213-1224

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3559

Knowledge, Attitude, Awareness, Communication and Practice among Farmers towards Empowerment of Natural Enemies in Rice Field in Melaka, Malaysia

AUTHORS: Fairuz, K., Idris, A.G., Syahrizan, S., Mohammad Noor, A.H.

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1225-1235

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3560

Integrating ICT in Teaching and Learning: A Preliminary Study on Malaysian Private Preschool

AUTHORS: Kamarulzaman Kamaruddin, Che Anuar Che Abdullah, Mohd Noor Idris

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1236-1248

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3561

Malay Gamelan: Approaches of music learning through Community Music

AUTHORS: Wong Huey Yi @ Colleen Wong, Christine Augustine

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1249-1259

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3562

Youth and Social Media Comportment: A Conceptual Perspective

AUTHORS: Shathees Baskaran, Ng Chun Howe, Nomahaza Mahadi, Salahuddin Ahmad Ayob

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1260-1277

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3563

Developing a Learning-by-Ear Five-Step Process as part of Game-Based Multisensory Learning Approaches in Group Piano Teaching in Higher Education

AUTHORS: Yen-Lin Goh, Mohd Hassan bin Abdullah, Wee Hoe Tan

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1278-1283

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3564

Exchange Rate Effect on Gross Domestic Product in the Five Founding Members of ASEAN

AUTHORS: Muhammad Riyadh Ghozali Lubis, Noor Al-Huda Abdul Karim, Gan Pei Tha, Norimah Rambeli@ Ramli

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1284-1293

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3565

Mother Tongue Interference in the Writing of English as a Second Language (ESL) Malay Learners

AUTHORS: Nor Ashikin Ab Manan, Zarlina Mohd. Zamari, Indrani A.S. Pillay, Airil Haimi Mohd Adnan, Johana Yusof, Nor Nadia Raslee

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1294-1301

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3566

Malaysian Private Entities Reporting Standards - Benefits and Challenges to SMEs

AUTHORS: Ahmad Saiful Azlin Puteh Salin

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1302-1320

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3567

Occupational Stress on Job Performance of Office Work-Based Employees in Malaysia’s Port

AUTHORS: Ahmad Nur Azam Ahmad Ridzuan, Norlida Zakirai@ Zakaria, Erratul Shela Eshak, Munirah Mohd Jidi, Norida Abu Bakar, Nur Faithzah Jamian, Amirudin Mohd Zani

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1321-1331

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3568

Mnemonics of Basic Differentiation and Integration for Trigonometric Functions

AUTHORS: Nur Azila Yahya, Rusliza Ahmad, Ini Imaina Abdullah, Nadzri Mohamad, Khairunnisa Mohd Daud

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1332-1344

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3572

Human Behavior as a Significant Cause of Conflict among Construction Professional Parties

AUTHORS: Nur Ain Ismail

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1345-1355

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3573

Formulating a Game-Based Learning for Accounting Undergraduates as an Alternative Method of Learning

AUTHORS: Fatimah Alwi, Nooriha Mansor, Siti Marlia Shamsudin, Amir Hakim Osman, Nik Rusilawati Nik Mustapa

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1356-1360

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3574

The Personal Injury Claims Calculator (PICC) System

AUTHORS: Najihan Awang @ Ali, Nurul Husna Jamian, Nik Ruslawati Nik Mustapa, Muhammad Azri Yahya

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1361-1371

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3575

Students’ Decision Factors in Choosing Private Higher Education Institutions

AUTHORS: Hazliza Haron, Nur Azlin Abdul Hamid, Jasmalina Jamaludin, Ku Nazirah Ku Azan

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1372-1382

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3576

Critical Success Factors on Delivery Preferences of E-Commerce in Malaysia

AUTHORS: Hazlina Haron, Siti Zakiah Abu Bakar, Hazliza Haron, Ho Ke Hui

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1383-1393

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3577

Factors Affecting the Operational Performance of Public Private Partnership (PPP) Projects: Cases in Malaysia

AUTHORS: Nor Suzila Binti Lop, Kharizam Ismail, Haryati Mohd Isa, Natasha Khalil

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1394-1409

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3578

Strengthening Employee Performance: A Case Study of Maybank Berhad

AUTHORS: Noor Azreani Ishak, Nor Marini Mohtar, Izmayani Sa adin, Hazliza Haron

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1410-1417

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3579

An Analysis on Doctrine of Nur Muhammad in Bahr Al-Lahut: A Corelation to Martabat Tujuh (Seven Echelon)

AUTHORS: Amin Che Ahmat, Che Zarrina Sa ari, Nurul Hidayah Aziz, Shahril Nizam Zulkipli

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1418-1433

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3580

Voting Identification through Value Approach: A Case Study on Malay Young Voters

AUTHORS: Hairol Anuar Mak Din, Nor Azlili Hassan

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1434-1439

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3581

The Green Building Concept: Is that a Trend

AUTHORS: Nurul Sahida Fauzi, Ashrof Zainuddin, Abdul Hadi Nawawi, Noraini Johari

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1440-1448

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3582

A Review of Islamic Aqeedah Compliance Index (IACI) from Malaysian Perspectives

AUTHORS: Engku Ahmad Zaki Engku Alwi, Norazmi Anas, Wan Rohani Wan Taib, Mohd. Hudzari Razali, Hartini Mohd. Rosli, Hasni Suhana Mat Hassan, Intan Noorazlina Abdul Rahim

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1449-1461

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3583

Promotional Methods Taken by Car Dealers: An Investigation of Traditional Marketing and Online Media in National Car Showroom

AUTHORS: Nur Hazwani Zolkifly, Nur Lailatul Husna Mohammad Yusof, Shahrel Nizar Baharom

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1462-1472

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3584

Potential of Edmodo – an Educational Social Network Sites (ESNS) in Biology Classroom

AUTHORS: Nurhazirah Azmi, Zaidatul Shakila Mohamad Ashari

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 30 Dec, 2017

PAGES: 1473-1488

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v7-i11/3585