https://macrothink.org/journal/index.php/bms/issue/feedBusiness Management and Strategy2024-03-10T23:32:19-07:00Jean Leebms@macrothink.orgOpen Journal Systems<p><strong><em>Business Management and Strategy</em> (BMS; ISSN: 2157-6068) </strong>is an internationally online journal, published by Macrothink Institute. The journal publishes research papers, reviews and short communications in all fields of business, management and strategy.</p><p>The journal is published online <strong>semiannually in June and December</strong>.<strong> </strong>The journal accepts article submissions <a href="/journal/index.php/bms/about/submissions#onlineSubmissions"><strong>online</strong></a> or by <a href="mailto:bms@macrothink.org"><strong>e-mail</strong></a>. For any questions, please contact <strong>bms@macrothink.org</strong></p><p><strong><img style="right; padding: 10px;" src="/journal/public/site/images/bms/bms.jpg" alt="" height="419" align="right" hspace="20" /><strong>BMS is included in:</strong></strong> </p><ul><li>Crossref</li><li>EconPapers</li><li><a href="https://www.arc.gov.au/excellence-research-australia/era-2018-journal-list">ERA</a></li><li><a href="https://europub.co.uk/journals/business-management-and-strategy-J-28805" target="_blank"><strong>EuroPub </strong></a></li><li>Google Scholar</li><li><a href="https://ideas.repec.org/s/mth/bmsmti.html">IDEAS</a></li><li><a href="https://www.mendeley.com/" target="_blank">Mendeley</a></li><li><a href="https://www.questia.com/searchglobal#!/?publicationID=438629&PeerReviewedType=0&pageNumber=1&mediaType=journals">Questia</a></li><li>RePEc</li><li><a href="https://www.researchgate.net/journal/Business-Management-and-Strategy-2157-6068" target="_blank">ResearchGate</a></li><li><a href="http://www.sherpa.ac.uk/romeo/search.php">Sherpa/Romeo</a></li><li>Worldcat</li></ul><p> <strong>Areas include but are not limited to:</strong></p><ul><li>operations management</li><li>production management</li><li>strategic management</li><li>marketing</li><li>economics</li><li>financial, information technology management</li><li>business analysis</li><li>business strategy</li><li>business development</li><li>enterprise management</li><li>human resource management and relevant subjects</li></ul><div class="para"><p> </p><p>Each paper published in BMS is assigned a <strong>DOI® number</strong>, which appears beneath the author's affiliation in the published paper. 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E-journal in PDF is available on the journal’s webpage, free of charge for download.</p></div>https://macrothink.org/journal/index.php/bms/article/view/21498A Conceptual Paper on the Relationship between Transformational Leadership and Employee Engagement2024-03-10T23:32:19-07:00Ivan Vun Kai Wenivanvkw8322@gmail.comSang Long Choichoisanglong@raffles-university.edu.my<p>The importance of a transformational leader's capabilities is beyond direct guidance, rather it extends towards securing lasting outcomes and sustained performance. Considering multiple facets of enhancement are inevitable, the various dimensions of transformational leadership enable scholars and industrial practitioners to pinpoint the pivotal aspects of transformational leadership responsible for employee engagement. Expanding on existing theories, it becomes vital to establish the traits of transformational leadership that significantly influence an employee engagement. Thus, this conceptual paper shall fortify the theoretical structure by investigating the relationship of transformational leadership (idealized influence, individualized consideration, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, employee appreciation, performance expectation) and the correlations towards employee engagement, through comprehensive literature reviews, validating the significance of the relationship. From the findings of this study, the relationship between transformational leadership and employee engagement was justified to be significant. Future studies may leverage the expanded framework proposed in this conceptual paper to conduct quantitative studies in specific geographic areas or industries, further validating the effectiveness of these variables.</p>2023-12-29T07:44:30-08:00Copyright (c) 2023 Ivan Vun Kai Wen, Choi Sang Longhttps://macrothink.org/journal/index.php/bms/article/view/21619A Conceptual Examining of the Interplay Between Technical and Conceptual Skills of Social Media Managers as Predictors of Job Performance: The Moderating Influence on Brand Equity2024-03-10T23:32:19-07:00Abbas Alwan Ghazi Alateyaghazi@graduate.utm.myShathees Baskaranghazi@graduate.utm.my<p>This study explores the impact of social media managers'(SMM) technical and conceptual skills on job performance, with brand equity as a moderating factor. As social media usage grows, firms integrate it into marketing plans, necessitating research on its influence on job performance. Expected positive outcomes include marketing performance, cost effectiveness, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction. The research aims to enhance theoretical understanding of social media managers' roles and guide organizations in leveraging their contributions to boost employee job performance. Empirical testing will further illuminate the link between technical and conceptual skills, job performance, brand equity, and social exchange theory.</p>2024-01-14T00:00:00-08:00Copyright (c) 2024 Abbas Alwan Ghazi Alateya, Shathees Baskaranhttps://macrothink.org/journal/index.php/bms/article/view/21620The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on the Accounting Profession: A Concept Paper2024-03-10T23:32:19-07:00Nurul Afza Khusaini Mat Hussinmazurina@uitm.edu.myNurul Ain Nadiah Mohd Bukharimazurina@uitm.edu.myNurul Hani Azyyati Nor Hashimmazurina@uitm.edu.mySharina Nur Azyyati Shaipul Baharimazurina@uitm.edu.myMazurina Mohd Alimazurina@uitm.edu.my<p>This study examined the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the accounting profession. It systematically investigated the effects of AI technologies on the accounting field, redefining the roles and responsibilities of accountants. Through literature review, this study sheds light on AI influence on the accounting profession. The results of this study indicate that the impact of AI on accounting profession can be divided into three themes: (i) automation of routine tasks, (ii) enhanced data analysis, and (iii) value-adding of the professional roles. The automation of routine tasks includes data entry, validation, and transaction processing, while enhanced data analysis includes predictive analytics and decision support. AI also has impacted in terms of value-adding of the professional roles, which comprise of increasing scalability and cost savings and focus on higher value activities. The findings of this study suggest that the accounting profession is evolving in response to AI technology, and accountants should embrace these changes to harness the full potential of AI in their work.</p>2024-01-14T00:00:00-08:00Copyright (c) 2024 Nurul Afza Khusaini Mat Hussin, Nurul Ain Nadiah Mohd Bukhari, Nurul Hani Azyyati Nor Hashim, Sharina Nur Azyyati Shaipul Bahari, Mazurina Mohd Alihttps://macrothink.org/journal/index.php/bms/article/view/21651The Effects of Financial Education on the Adoption of Financial Technology (FinTech) Services in the Buea Silicon Mountain Community of Cameroon2024-03-10T23:32:19-07:00Gabriel Nnoko Enongeneenongene.gabriel@ictuniversity.edu.cmAlain Vilard Ndi Isohenongene.gabriel@ictuniversity.edu.cmVictor Mbarikaenongene.gabriel@ictuniversity.edu.cmSheku Fofanahenongene.gabriel@ictuniversity.edu.cmMukobe Mathias Itoeenongene.gabriel@ictuniversity.edu.cm<p>This paper sought to assess the effects of financial education on the adoption of financial technology (FinTech) services within the Buea Silicon Mountain community of the south region of Cameroon. A total of three hundred individuals were purposively sampled and data was collected through the use of structured questionnaires guided by parameters as observed in the Technology Adoption Model (TAM). Hypotheses were tested using the CB-SEM technique with analytical packages including SPSS 24 and AMOS 23. The findings revealed limited utilization of online banking and peer-to-peer lending platforms, with cryptocurrency exchanges and crowd-funding platforms ranking as the least utilized instruments. Additionally, the study establishes a significant influence of both financial knowledge and financial behaviour on the adoption of FinTech services. Individuals who comprehend the financial benefits of FinTech and perceive these services as innovative solutions are more likely to adopt them. This positive attitude is driven by the perceived ease of use, transaction tracking, and the potential to generate income through FinTech solutions. However, this paper did not find any statistically significant effect of financial skills on the adoption of FinTech services. Therefore, financial knowledge and a positive attitude toward FinTech services emerged as pivotal factors positively influencing financial services adoption in the Buea Silicon Mountain community of Cameroon.</p>2024-01-21T00:00:00-08:00Copyright (c) 2024 Gabriel Nnoko Enongene, Alain Vilard Ndi Isoh, Victor Mbarika, Sheku Fofanah, Mukobe Mathias Itoehttps://macrothink.org/journal/index.php/bms/article/view/21687Procurement Practices and Performance of Private Universities in West Nile, Uganda2024-03-10T23:32:19-07:00Olema Hamizaholema@mubs.ac.ugAmandu Yassin Ishaqiy.amandu@muni.ac.ugIsaburu Violavisaburu@mubs.ac.ugAlwayo Bella Flaviabalwayo@mubs.ac.ugLawino Giovannaglawino@mubs.ac.ug<p>This study examined the effect of procurement practices on the performance of private universities in West Nile, Uganda. Five private universities dully accredited by the National Council of Higher Education were analyzed. Using simple random sampling technique, a sample size of 140 employees was used. Data were sourced using a structured questionnaire. Analysis was conducted using both SPSS and SEM. The findings revealed that contract management is a significant precursor of private university performance. While unexpectedly, procurement planning and supplier selection proved to be statistically insignificant predictors of private university performance. Practically, this study will help private university owners improve performance by embracing practices such as contract inspection, documentation, relationship management, good communication and contract performance measurement. Additionally, given the need for improved performance of private universities in West Nile in particular, and Uganda in general, this study offers the understanding of a holistic view of performance from the procurement perspective and this is relevant for academicians. </p>2024-02-07T00:00:00-08:00Copyright (c) 2024 Olema Hamiza, Amandu Yassin Ishaq, Isaburu Viola, Alwayo Bella Flavia, Lawino Giovannahttps://macrothink.org/journal/index.php/bms/article/view/21638The Influence of Psychological Capital on Employees Turnover Intention: A Conceptual Model2024-03-10T23:32:19-07:00Hui Zhangzhang.hui@raffles.universityChoi Sang Longchoisanglong@raffles-university.edu.my<p>In the context of fierce talent competition, attracting and retaining high-performance employees is a common challenge faced by organizations. Therefore, how to utilize various resources to control employee turnover is an urgent issue at the organizational level. Psychological capital is a relatively new type of capital that has emerged after studying economic capital, human capital, and social capital. It has become a valuable and reasonable investment and has expanded to the fields of human resource management and organizational behavior, receiving widespread respect from scholars. This paper further deepens the research on the development of psychological capital in the field of human resource management through a comprehensive literature review and proposes a link between psychological capital and employee turnover intention. The results of this study show that there is a significant relationship between psychological capital and employee turnover intention. The proposed conceptual framework will make valuable contributions to future research.</p>2024-03-04T00:28:43-08:00Copyright (c) 2023 Hui Zhang, Choi Sang Longhttps://macrothink.org/journal/index.php/bms/article/view/21667Assessing Competitive Strategies in UK Manufacturing SMEs2024-03-10T23:32:19-07:00Antonios Michaila.michail@thinkgrowth.eu<p>In this comprehensive study, we delve into an exhaustive examination of effective competitive strategies tailored for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The principal objective of this research centers on scrutinizing the strategic orientation of UK Manufacturing SMEs. Conducting an extensive literature review, we critically evaluated Porter's framework and identified several gaps in its applicability. Notably, critiques assert that the model inadequately captures the intricate nature of strategic behavior within real organizations and fails to provide a fully accurate representation of strategy-performance relationships. Empirical research further highlights the model's limitations, indicating its inability to facilitate the desirable combination of competitive strategies by firms. To address the outlined objectives, we employed a semi-structured questionnaire in our investigation. The ensuing analysis involved the application of factor and cluster analysis to identify strategic variables currently employed by SMEs in the manufacturing domain. Our data analysis revealed a divergence from the adoption of Porter's single generic strategies. Instead, the findings supported the utilization of mixed strategies that integrate elements from both differentiation and low-cost strategies. Significantly, these hybrid approaches were found to be associated with enhanced firm performance. This study contributes valuable insights into the nuanced landscape of competitive strategies within the UK SMEs, shedding light on the dynamic interplay between strategic choices and firm performance.</p>2024-03-10T23:31:12-07:00Copyright (c) 2023 Antonios Michail