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To Cite this Article: Lokman, N. A., Yusuf, N. A. F., Anuar, J., & Ismail, N. (2018). The Influence of Competitive Remuneration, Comprehensive Training Program and Organizational Brand Factors on Students’ Internship Placement Selection. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, 8(15), 378–386.
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