Are Moroccan job seekers different than job creators? An exploratory study of differences in entrepreneurs and non-entrepreneurs, Abderrahman Hassi and Giovanna Storti
Abderrahman Hassi, Giovanna Storti School of Business Administration Al Akhawayn University, Ifrane Morocco Email: ahassi@uqac.ca DOI: 10.1108/WJEMSD-11-2013-0057 Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to examine differences between Moroccan entrepreneurs and non-entrepreneurs in order to circumvent the nature and origin of their differences. Design/methodology/approach: This research was carried out in Morocco with a sample of […]
The propensity to participate in formal training programmes Evidence from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana, Obi Damoah, Augutina Ashie and Elias Kekesi
Obi Berko O. Damoah, Elias Kodjo Kekesi University of Ghana Business School University of Ghana, Accra Ghana Email: obiberko@gmail.com Augutina Ashie Department of Human Resource University of Education, Winneba Ghana DOI: 10.1108/WJEMSD-07-2016-0033 Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to identify the factors that are likely to predict the likelihood of a small firm choosing to participate in formal […]
Factors affecting entrepreneurial intentions among Kuwaitis, Prof. Wajeeh Elali and Badriah Al-Yacoub
Prof. Wajeeh Elali College of Business & Finance Ahlia University, Manama Bahrain Email: wajeehelali@hotmail.com Badriah Al-Yacoub Bader Jassim Al-Yacoub Law Firm Kuwait DOI: 10.1108/WJEMSD-07-2015-0029 Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to examine the key influential factors that affect the entrepreneurial intentions of Kuwaiti nationals. Design/methodology/approach: This study was carried out by a survey method, using a […]
Strategic performance through inter-firm networks Strategic alignment and moderating role of environmental dynamism, Zahid Yousaf and Dr. Abdul Majid
Zahid Yousaf, Dr. Abdul Majid Department of Management Sciences Hazara University, Mansehra Pakistan Email: muhammadzahid.yusuf@gmail.com DOI: 10.1108/WJEMSD-03-2016-0015 Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to examine and develop a strategic performance model for small and medium enterprises linking with inter-firm networks, strategic alignment and environmental dynamism. Design/methodology/approach: Drawing on the live experiences of 757 respondents, including managing […]
Appraisal of government funding schemes on the development of small and medium enterprises in Nigeria: a study of Enugu state, Obiageri Ugwu-oju, Vincent Onodugo and Chigozie Mbah
Obiageri Monica Ugwu-oju, A. Vincent Onodugo Department of Management University of Nigeria – Enugu Campus, Enugu Nigeria Chigozie Paulinus Mbah Business Administration Enugu state University of Science and Technology, Enugu Nigeria Email: godblesspaulinus@yahoo.com DOI: 10.1108/WJEMSD-08-2019-0067 Purpose: This paper aims to examine the effectiveness of government funding schemes for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in Nigeria. Design/methodology/approach: The survey method […]
Internationalisation of SMEs: does entrepreneurial orientation matter?, Mohammed Ngoma, Abaho Ernest, Sudi Nangoli and Kusemererwa Christopher
Mohammed Ngoma, Abaho Ernest, Sudi Nangoli, Kusemererwa Christopher Graduate Studies and Research Makerere University Business School, Kampala Uganda Email: snangoli@mubs.ac.ug DOI: 10.1108/WJEMSD-08-2016-0039 Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to investigate entrepreneurial orientation (EO) as a predictor of internationalisation of small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The key research question is “to what extent do the dimensions of EO (innovativeness, proactiveness and risk […]
Enviropreneurial orientation in SME supply chains: construct measurement development, Dr. Sheila Namagembe, Suzanne Ryan and Ramaswami Sridham
Dr. Sheila Namagembe, Suzanne Ryan, Ramaswami Sridham Newcastle Business School University of Newcastle, Callaghan Australia Email: sheila.namagembe@uon.edu.au DOI: 10.1108/WJEMSD-08-2016-0036 Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to propose a new model that is inclusive and practical because of the deficiencies in models for construct measurement. Further, the authors demonstrate the value of the proposed model by describing its application to […]
Impact of knowledge management enablers on knowledge sharing: Is trust a missing link in SMEs of emerging economies?, Muhammad Yasir and Abdul Majid
Muhammad Yasir, Abdul Majid Department of Management Sciences Hazara University, Mansehra Pakistan Email: gccm81@gmail.com DOI: 10.1108/WJEMSD-02-2016-0010 Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to examine the mediating role of trust in the relationship between knowledge management enablers (i.e. top management support, organizational culture, knowledge management system quality, and openness in communication) on knowledge sharing in small and medium […]
The effects of e-marketing orientation on strategic business performance: Mediating role of e-trust, Zahid Yousaf, Noor Sahar, Dr. Abdul Majid and Dr. Amajad Rafiq
Zahid Yousaf, Dr. Abdul Majid Department of Management Sciences Hazara University, Mansehra Pakistan Email: muhammadzahid.yusuf@gmail.com Noor Sahar Government College of Management Sciences, Mansehra Pakistan Dr. Amajad Rafiq Directorate of Commerece and Education, Peshawar Pakistan DOI: 10.1108/WJEMSD-12-2017-0109 Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to investigate the impact of e-marketing orientation (EMO) on strategic business performance (SBP) in presence of […]
Positive deviance, ecologies of innovation and entrepreneurial networking, Samuel Mayanja, Prof. Joseph Ntayi, John Munene, James Kagaari, Waswa Balunywa and Laura Orobia
Samuel Ssekajja Mayanja Department of Business and Management Cavendish University Uganda, Kampala Uganda Email: smayanja@cavendish.ac.ug Prof. Joseph Mapeera Ntayi Department of Procurement and Supply chain Makerere University, Kampala Uganda John C. Munene Department of Human Resource Management Makerere University, Kampala Uganda James R.K. Kagaari Kyambogo University, Kampala Uganda Waswa Balunywa Department of Entrepreneurship Makerere University, […]