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Volume 4, Issue 10 (October, 2014)
Determinants of Employee Adaptability to Transformational Change in Commercial in Nairobi, Kenya: Empirical Review

AUTHORS: Dr. Karanja Kabare, Prof. Elegwa Mukulu, Catherine Njeri Wainaina

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 24 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 1-9

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1204

Effects of Educational Levels and Ranks of Military on Political Skills of Thai Military Officers

AUTHORS: Dr. Chaiyaset Promsri

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 24 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 10-15

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1205

Factors Affecting Implementation of induction Programmes in Kenya’s Public Secondary Schools:A Survey of Secondary Schools in Kamukunji District, Nairobi County

AUTHORS: Elizabeth Njoki Wachira, Esther Wangethi Waiganjo

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 24 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 16-42

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1206

How Television Viewing Affects Public Opinion of Devolution in Embakasi South-Nairobi

AUTHORS: Reginah Wanja Ndabi, Hellen Mberia

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 24 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 43-54

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1207

Identifying Challenges Iranian Female Physicians Facing: A Case of Hospitals in Babol in Iran

AUTHORS: Halimeh Khatoon Habiba, Farshad Gouranourimi

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 24 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 55-63

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1208

Investors’ Rights Protection on a Global Financial Market

AUTHORS: Flavia- Mirela Barna, Miruna- Lucia Nachescu

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 24 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 64-80

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1209

Mediation for Disputes in Private Law in Turkey

AUTHORS: Süleyman Dost

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 24 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 81-99

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1210

Public Relations and the New Stakeholder Management Environment

AUTHORS: Dr Robert Gill

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 24 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 100-107

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1211

Role of Participatory Management in the Sustainability of Constituency Development Fund Projects: A Case Study of Maragua Constituency

AUTHORS: Walter Odhiambo Ojwang, Prof. Henry M. Bwisa.

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 24 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 108-127

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1212

Role of Supply Chain Practices on Customer Satisfaction in the Printing Industry in Kenya: A Case Study of Morven Kester East Africa Limited

AUTHORS: Gatobu H. Francis, Dr. Esther Waiganjo

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 24 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 128-143

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1213

The Effects of World Financial Integration on Financing Current Account Deficits: The Case for Turkey

AUTHORS: S. Cem Karaman, Nurettin Can

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 24 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 144-157

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1214

Remittances and Economic Growth Nexus: Empirical Evidence from Nigeria, Senegal and Togo

AUTHORS: Joseph Dery Nyeadi, Nuhu Yidana, Mohammed Imoro

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 25 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 158-172

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1215

Prioritizing and Developing Guidelines for Participation in Sports for All Activities among Tehran Citizens

AUTHORS: Neda Khani Yousef Reza

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 173-180

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1220

Forecasting Stock Price in Tehran's Stock Market Using Evolutionary Strategies

AUTHORS: Farshid Sabri, Abolfazl Mogadam

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 181-186

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1221

Implications of Destination Loyalty in Soccer Premier League in Iran

AUTHORS: Hashem Kozechian

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 187-192

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1222

Exploring Relationship among Organizational Learning Practices, Innovativeness and non-financial performance: A descriptive study on NGOs Sector

AUTHORS: Asma Imran, Qasim Ali Nisar, Samra Ashraf

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 26 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 193-209

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1223

An Analysis of Entrepreneurship Aspects of Current Training Programs Conducted on Practicing Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs): A Case Study of Roysambu

AUTHORS: Joram Ng’ang’a Nyambura

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 210-223

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1224

Analysis of ICT And Management Systems in Driving World Economy

AUTHORS: Rose Mugeni Ndombi, Anthony . N. Wakhungu, Sanja Michael mutongwa

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 224-259

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1225

Assessment of Public Procurement Policy Implementation in the Educational Sector (A Case Study of Takoradi Polytechnic)

AUTHORS: Lawrence Y. Kusi, George A. B. Aggrey, Kwamena M. Nyarku

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 260-278

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1226

Factors Affecting the Performance of Distribution Logistics among Production Firms in Kenya: A Case Study of Bata Shoe Company (K) Limited

AUTHORS: Kahia George, Dr. Mike Iravo

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 279-287

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1227

Factors that Affect the Quality of Inputs in Manufacturing Organisations: A Case Study of Nampak Kenya Limited

AUTHORS: Maina G., Professor H.M. Bwisa

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 288-313

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1228

Influence of Print Advertising on the Decisions of Tertiary Students to Purchase Telecom Products in the Cape Coast Metropolis: The Moderating Role of Price and Service Quality Delivery

AUTHORS: Dominic Owusu, Kwamena M. Nyarku

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 314-332

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1229

Issues Surrounding Government Support for Social Entrepreneurship as a Change Agent

AUTHORS: Faudziah Zainal Abidin, Emmanuel John Kaka

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 27 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 333-343

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1230

Challenges Faced by Public Sector Institutions in Adopting Entrepreneurial Skills - A Case Study of the Postal Corporation Of Kenya

AUTHORS: Dibondo Nafula Lucy, Dr. Susan Were

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 28 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 344-360

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1231

Investigation on the Effects of Elimination of Waste Levels in Managing Cost Levels In the Pharmaceutical Industry in Kenya

AUTHORS: Antony Muse Ouma , Dr. Agnes W. Njeru, Juma Dennis

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 28 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 361-368

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1232

Role of Procurement Practices on the Performance of Corporate Organizations in Kenya: A Case Study of Kenya National Police Service

AUTHORS: Makabira D.K. , Dr. Ester Waiganjo

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 28 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 369-385

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1233

The Determinant of Women Self leadership among Generation X and Y

AUTHORS: Tan Suzanne, Arua Raj Devarajoo, Vimala Kadiresan, Ramesh Kumar Moona Haji Mohamed

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 28 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 386-399

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1234

The Effect of Organizational Justice on Employees’ Psychological Well-Being: The Case under Study Hormozgan Rural Water and Sewage Company, Iran

AUTHORS: Mohammad Reza Behboudi, Mojgan Zarqhamifard, Abdol Hamid Jaberi

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 28 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 400-412

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1235

The Effectiveness of Performance Contracting in Service Delivery in Public Universities in Kenya

AUTHORS: Jason Esiokhunjila Nganyi, Josphat Mulama Shigogodi, Alice Owano

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 28 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 413-441

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1236

The New Mandated Corporate Social Responsibility- Opportunities

AUTHORS: Dr. S. Chellaiah

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 28 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 442-448

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1237

Role of Psychological Factors on Advertising Effectiveness

AUTHORS: Mohadese Ghayoomi Javinani, Shahab Alddin Shokri

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 03 Nov, 2014

PAGES: 449-454

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1242

CSR@ 2%: A New Model of Corporate Social Responsibility in India

AUTHORS: Anupam Singh, Priyanka Verma

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 03 Nov, 2014

PAGES: 455-464

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1243

Impact of Foreign Direct Investment on Poverty Reduction in Pakistan

AUTHORS: Anisa Shamim, Pervaiz Azeem, Syed M. Muddassir Abbas Naqvi

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 03 Nov, 2014

PAGES: 465-490

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1244

Effects of Supply Chain Management on Firm’s Growth in Retail Industry: A Case Study of Tusker Mattresses Limited

AUTHORS: Peter Lkitiyan Leparachao

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 03 Nov, 2014

PAGES: 491-508

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1245

The Evolution of Accounting Theory in Response to Market Changes

AUTHORS: Edwin Quinn, Jr.

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 03 Nov, 2014

PAGES: 509-518

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1246

The Extent to Which Capital Financing Affects Productivity of Seed Maize Growing: A Case Study of Kenya Seed Company in Trans Nzoia County, Kenya

AUTHORS: David Kassim Matara, Maurice Sakwa, Werunga Kikechi

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 03 Nov, 2014

PAGES: 520-532

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1247

Flexible Working and Unemployment in Greece: An Analysis and Review of the Evidence

AUTHORS: Konstantinos Karamanis, Alina Hyz

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 03 Nov, 2014

PAGES: 533-542

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1248

Fear Arousing Persuasive Communication: The Use of Threat and Coping Appraisal in Breast Cancer Messages

AUTHORS: Karuoya Simon Njoroge, Helen Mberia

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 04 Nov, 2014

PAGES: 543-554

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1249

Building Innovative Entrepreneur Community: Challenges and Future Outlook

AUTHORS: Mohd Nor Hakimin Yusoff, Dr. Fakhrul Anwar Zainol

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 05 Nov, 2014

PAGES: 555-564

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1254

Business Survival: The Constraints Experienced by South African SMEs in the Financial Sector

AUTHORS: Michael C. Cant, Cindy Erdis , Catherine M. Sephapo

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 05 Nov, 2014

PAGES: 565-579

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1255

Employee Perception towards Signing Performance Contract in Public Universities in Kenya

AUTHORS: Dr.Emily J Bomett, Prof.Jonah N.Kindiki, Prof Jackson K.Too

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 05 Nov, 2014

PAGES: 580-600

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1256

Financial Resources on ICT Performance in Inventory Management by Freight Forwarders in Nairobi, Kenya: A Case Study of Acceler Global Logistics

AUTHORS: Joyce Florence Wanjiku Muturi , Prof. Gregory S. Namusonge

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 05 Nov, 2014

PAGES: 601-610

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1257

Review and Conceptualization of Value Congruence toward Construction Industry in Malaysia

AUTHORS: Babak Panahi, Christopher Nigel Preece, Wan Normeza Wan Zakaria, John Rogers, Elena Moezzi

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 05 Nov, 2014

PAGES: 611-630

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1258

Should Marketers Try to Change Consumers Unfavourable Attitude for their Product into Favourable?

AUTHORS: Sunday O. E. Ewah, Patrick M. Igbaji, Christian I. Umeh

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 05 Nov, 2014

PAGES: 631-643

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1259

The Linkage between Human Element of Service Delivery and Customer Satisfaction in Private Institutions of Higher Learning

AUTHORS: Shahimi Bin Mohtar, Mazhar Abbas, Muhammad Shahid Nawaz

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 08 Nov, 2014

PAGES: 644-668

DOI:10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i10/1261