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The Effect of Interactive Teaching Style Based on Self-Efficacy among Female ?Students of Isfahan High School in Mathematics

AUTHORS: Zahra Salehi, Zohreh Sa`adatmand

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 15 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 1-8

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1125

Classification of Cities of Isfahan Province on the Basis of Indicators of Electronic Tourism

AUTHORS: Zohreh Kabiri, Reza Mokhtari Malekabadi

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 15 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 9-22

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1126

Clinical Psychological Analysis of the Handicapped/Disabled

AUTHORS: Ajayi Olubukola, Adebayo Sulaiman Olanrewaju

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 15 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 23-38

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1127

Degree of Internationalization (DOI) and Performance Relationship: An Empirical and Conceptual Approach

AUTHORS: José Satsumi López-Morales, Maria Mercedes Gomez- Casas

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 16 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 39-56

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1128

Effect of Municipal Toll and Connections Cost on Housing Prices in Different Areas of the Isfahan City

AUTHORS: Hossein Ostadi , Vahid Mahnam

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 16 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 57-67

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1129

Effects of Procurement Procedures on Adoption of Procurement Manual for Schools and Colleges (2009) in Kenyan Secondary Schools: A Case Study of Gatanga Sub-County, Murang’a County, Kenya

AUTHORS: Joseph King’ori Ndung’u

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 16 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 68-83

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1130

Factors Affecting Adoption of Reverse Logistics in the Kenya Manufacturing Sector: A Case Study of Coastal Bottlers Company

AUTHORS: Paul Wanjora Kariuki, Esther Wangethi Waiganjo

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 16 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 84-97

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1131

Household Size and Brand Perception: The Case of Store Brands in Zimbabwe

AUTHORS: Sarah Nyengerai, Evans Manjoro

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 16 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 98-104

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1132

Studying Effect of Customer Relationship Management on Customer Satisfaction Case Study: Moallem Insurance Company in Isfahan Province

AUTHORS: Nadereh Sadat Rastghalam, Sajad Khalouzadeh Mobarakeh

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 16 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 105-113

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1133

The Middle East Uprising (The Arab Spring): Prospects and Challenges

AUTHORS: Jehangir Khan, Manzoor Ahmad, Zahir Shah

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 17 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 114-120

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1134

The Study of Impact Tacit Knowledge Exchange between Sales and Marketing on Improving Marketing Performance Case Study: Isfahan Mobarakeh Steel

AUTHORS: Dr. Hassan Ghorbani, Khosro Fakhri

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 17 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 121-137

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1135

Using the Competitive Dimensions to Achieve Competitive Advantage A Study on Jordanian Private Hospitals

AUTHORS: Salah M. Diab

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 19 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 138-150

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1136

The Efficacy of Teaching hand Hygiene to Medical students: An Interventional Study

AUTHORS: Rita Rezaee, Mina Danaei, Mehrdad Askarian

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 20 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 151-159

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1138

The Metaconvergence Spiral Rethinking Sociological Working Styles Systemically

AUTHORS: Andrea Pitasi

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 21 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 160-165

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1145

Organizational Climate a Tool for Achieving Employees Job Satisfaction in Ghanaian Manufacturing Firms

AUTHORS: Irene A. Boateng, Samuel Kanyandewe, Mary Sassah

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 22 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 166-177

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1146

Human Resource Management Practices, Job Satisfaction and Organizational Commitment

AUTHORS: Murat KOÇ, Mustafa Fedai ÇAVU, Turgay Saraçoglu

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 23 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 178-190

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1147

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: 23 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 191-201

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1148

Impact of the IFRS Adoption on Stock Market Movement in Nigerian Corporate Organization

AUTHORS: Pius V.C. Okoye, Jane, F. N. Okoye, Raymond A. Ezejiofor

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 23 Sep, 2014

PAGES: 202-218

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1150

An Empirical Analysis of Market Orientation and Business Performance Relationship in the Context of Developing Economy

AUTHORS: Aliyu Mukhtar Shehu , Rosli Mahmood

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

PAGES: 219-232

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1151

Effect of Training Needs Assessment on Employee Commitment in Public Universities: A Case Study of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology

AUTHORS: Michael Muma, Dr. Amuhaya Iravo, Dr. Mary Omondi

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

PAGES: 233-250

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1153

Influence of Supply Chain Management Practices to Branding In Fast Moving Consumer Goods Industry in Kenya A Case Study of Thika Small and Medium Enterprises

AUTHORS: Wangungu J., Dr. Robert Gichira

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

PAGES: 251-264

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1154

Optimizing Assessment of Students for Quality Learning

AUTHORS: Ahmet Demir, Behcet Celik, Mustafa Bingol

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

PAGES: 265-274

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1155

Stereotypes Applied in Designing Cartoons Depicting Women in Politics in Kenya- Case Study of the Daily Nation’s Gado Cartoons

AUTHORS: Francis Maina Mararo , Dr. Hellen K. Mberia

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

PAGES: 275-288

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1156

Study the Effect of Turbulent Environment on Business Performance From the view of Agile Manufacturing Case Study: Joreh Flour Company in Esfahan Province

AUTHORS: Azadeh Fakhimi, Rasul Aghadavood

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

PAGES: 289-300

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1157

Religion in Nigerian Political Space: Implication for Sustainable National Development

AUTHORS: Ntamu, G. U., Abia O. T., Edinyang, S. D., Eneji Chris-Valentine Ogar

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

PAGES: 301-318

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1159

Thresholds Effect of Money Growth on Inflation in Iran Mohammad Mirbagherijam

AUTHORS: Mohammad Mirbagherijam

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

PAGES: 319-329

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1160

Relationship between Spiritual Intelligence and Attachment Styles with Identity in Students at the Universities of Isfahan Province

AUTHORS: Leili Zareh, Ahmad Ghazanfari

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

PAGES: 330-340

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1152

A Comparative Study and Assessment of Investments in the Hotel Industry in Iran and Turkey (1992-2011)

AUTHORS: Hossein Ostadi (Ph. D.), Mehran Bazarmaj Koliver

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

PAGES: 341-351

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1163

Efficacy of Interpersonal Communication Channels in the Diffusion and Adoption of Zero Grazing Technology

AUTHORS: Sammy Cheboi, Hellen Mberia

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

PAGES: 352-368

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1164

International Tourists’ Selection Criteria for Choosing All-Inclusive Package Tours: An Application in Istanbul

AUTHORS: Burcin Cevdet CETINSOZ, Savas ARTUGER

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

PAGES: 369-384

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1165

Role of Information and Communication Technology Solutions on the Growth of Small and Medium Enterprises: Case of Nairobi County

AUTHORS: Shadrack M. Mwangangi, Ombuki Charles, Gregory Odote

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

PAGES: 385-401

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1166

Service Quality and Customer Satisfaction in Public Transport Sector of Kenya: A Survey of Shuttle Travelers in Kitale Terminus

AUTHORS: David Nyongesa Murambi, Prof. Henry M. Bwisa

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

PAGES: 402-412

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1167

Supply Chain Factors Influencing Small Scale Farmers’ Tea Production in Abothuguchi West Division in Kenya

AUTHORS: Paul Mbaabu Karanga , Professor Henry M. Bwisa

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

PAGES: 413-429

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1168

The Effect of Leader’s Organizational Commitment to Lecturers’ Job Satisfaction and Performance (Research on Muhammadiyah Universities Throughout East Java, Indonesia)

AUTHORS: Etta Mamang Sangadji

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

PAGES: 430-453

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1169

The Development of Entrepreneurship Training and Mentoring Model for Orphanage Children in Indonesia

AUTHORS: Sopiah Sangadgi, Heny Kusdiyanti, Rosanty Rosmawati

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

PAGES: 454-468

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1170

The Effectiveness of Narrative Therapy on the Decrease of Social Phobia in the Female High School Students: Isfahan

AUTHORS: Marjan Ghavami, Hosein Sadeghi, Esmaeil Mohammadi

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

PAGES: 469-477

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1171

The Impact of Internal Marketing on the Employee’s Retention in Sialkot Industries

AUTHORS: Jabbar Ali, Mirza Ashfaq Ahmed, Muhammad Shaharyar, Muhammad Haseeb, Rashid Zahoor

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

PAGES: 478-489

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1172

The Influence of Management Support in the Implementation of Occupational Safety and Health Programmes in the Manufacturing Sector in Kenya

AUTHORS: Priscilla Wanjiku Ndegwa, Dr. Wario Guyo, Dr. George Orwa, Dr. Robert Ng’ang’a

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

PAGES: 490-506

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1173

The Relationship between Small Scale Enterprises Performance and Access to Credit from Microfinance Institutions in Mount Elgon Constituency, Kenya

AUTHORS: Abraham Kimtai Kiboki, Dr. Maurice Sakwa, Aloys Nyagechi Kiriago

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

PAGES: 507-518

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1174

Trend Analysis on Egg Production Business in San Jose, Batangas, Philippines

AUTHORS: Anunciacion C. Bernardo

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

PAGES: 519-531

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1175

An Assessment of the Implementation of Digital Library Technologies in Institutions of Higher Learning: A Case Study of Kenyatta University

AUTHORS: Fernando Wangila

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

PAGES: 532-541

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1176

The Role of Implicit Knowledge Sharing in Psychological Empowerment of Employees Studied Case: Business Management Staff, South Pars Gas Complex Company

AUTHORS: Abbas Monavvarian, Naser Asgari, Leila Hajilouei

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

PAGES: 542-559

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1177

Impact of Organizational Characteristics on Employees’ Workplace Preferences

AUTHORS: Alperen Mustafa Yigit, Murat Koc, Sema Yigit

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 09 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 560-571

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1178

Customer Perceived Risk on Store Brand Products: A Study on Malaysian Hypermarket Consumer Perspective

AUTHORS: Farzana Yasmin, Shukri Ab. Yajid , Ali Khatibi

Received: 30 Nov, -0001 | Revised: 30 Nov, -0001 | Published: 23 Oct, 2014

PAGES: 572-589

DOI: 10.46886/IJARBSS/v4-i9/1191