Browsing Department of Business Management by Title
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Strategy disclosure reporting trends in South Africa : a 2010–2011 comparative analysis for six industry clusters
(University of South Africa, 2015)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Strategy disclosure through integrated reporting relates to a firm’s transparency and accountability in dealing with stakeholders. This study is a follow-up study on the 2010 strategy disclosure findings ... -
Structuring effective copreneurial teams
(AOSIS, 2011)Despite growing numbers and increased research attention, few empirical studies have focused on copreneurial family businesses, and hardly any guidelines exist on how these couples should manage their marriage and business ... -
'n Studie van aspekte wat 'n rol speel in die formulering van 'n bemarkingsbeleid en -strategie vir die Kleurlingmark in die Kaapse Skiereiland
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A study of ethical fashion consumption
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2020-03)ENGLISH SUMMARY : The disastrous impacts of the fashion industry on the natural environment and society have come to light in recent years. As a result, some consumers expressly seek out fashion produced with environmental ... -
A study of the brand characteristics of Oakley
(Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2005-12)Any brand has a specific identity that the company wants to portray to consumers in its target market – its brand identity – what the brand stands for. This is also the case for Oakley, a luxury brand competing in the ... -
A study of the factors influencing new product development success in the South African investment sector
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2011-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Organisations today form part of a global market economy characterised by constant change and a high level of competition. This is especially true for organisations functioning in competitive markets or ... -
A study on database marketing practices that raise consumer privacy concern : a proposed model for regulating database marketing practices in South Africa
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2002-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: One of the phenomena's in the marketing industry of the past decade is the increased use of database marketing. Database marketing involves the collection, processing and dissemination of vast amounts ... -
Subconscious responses to fear-appeal health warnings : an exploratory study of cigarette packaging
(AOSIS Publishing, 2017)Background: Tobacco smoking has serious health and financial implications for both smokers and non-smokers. A wide range of measures have been used over many years to combat this scourge. One of these measures is social ... -
Sustainable supply chain engagement in a retail environment : the case of Woolworths food suppliers
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2014-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Sustainability is a key requirement for business success and is often regarded a competitive advantage if strategically managed. Sustainability-mature organisations look to their value chains where the ... -
A systematic review and synthesis of research and practice : linking an organisation’s strategic planning with a national vision for a sustainable future : the case of FNB Namibia
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2016-03)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: A global shift towards sustainable practices is evident. Multi-stakeholder Collaboration has emerged as a key success factor in reaching a shared sustainable future. Global initiatives such as the United ... -
Task-based factors influencing the successful functioning of copreneurial businesses in South Africa
(AOSIS, 2011)Globally, evidence exists to suggest that the number of copreneurial businesses or spousal partnerships are on the increase. The primary objectives of this study are to identify the task-based factors influencing the ... -
The influence of dividend yield and dividend stability on share returns : implications for dividend policy formulation
(AOSIS, 2013)The relevance of the dividend decision has been a contentious issue in corporate finance research, partly due to contradictory views reported in existing literature. When faced with the dividend decision, management should ... -
The influence of selected senses on consumer experience : a brandy case
(The Department of Business, University of Johannesburg, 2013-05)Orientation: Sensory marketing has become a popular marketing technique to enhance consumer experience. Researchers have suggested that marketers should incorporate as many senses as possible in order for sensory marketing ... -
Trust in an unwanted service environment : the case of pregnancy termination counselling services
(AOSIS Publishing, 2014-08)Orientation: The South African Termination of Pregnancy Act (No 92 of 1996) promotes the use of non-mandatory counselling before and after a pregnancy is terminated. The reality is, however, that not all women who are ... -
The use of marketing communication tools in less developed countries with specific reference to the Eritrean manufacturing industry
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2005-12)ENGLISH SUMMARY : Marketing communications, the "promotions" component of the marketing mix, is a systematic relationship between a business and its market. Its importance in the over all business success has increased ... -
Using capital intensity and return on capital employed as filters for security selection
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Do firms that have low dependence on physical assets as well as high profitability outperform companies with the opposite characteristics in the market? Despite the lack of empirical research, conventional ... -
Using servicescape to manage student commitment towards a higher education institution
(HESA, 2017)Although a variety of approaches can be used to manage student commitment, the role of physical elements, such as a facility or institution’s virtual presence, appearance of infrastructure and signage, is often neglected ... -
The validation of the selection battery for pilots of the South African Air Force
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2004-04)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The recent procurement of modern fourth-generation fighter aircraft by the South African Air Force (SAAF), severe budget constraints, as well as demographic transformation of the South African National ... -
Value investing versus growth investing in South Africa : valuation disparities and subsequent performance
(Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2012-12)ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Investment styles and more particularly the relative outperformance of certain styles under differing market conditions have been widely researched. Furthermore, investment professionals are constantly ... -
Why students drink : a study of South African university students’ drinking behaviour
(HESA, 2016)Little is known about the drinking behaviour of South African university students and education and prevention campaigns are not necessarily based on scientific research results. To change drinking behaviour, it is important ...
