Journal of Advanced Research in Public Policy and Administration

Capacity Building and Employee Commitment

Simon Emmanuel Hart — 2024-08-28

This study undertook capacity building and employee commitment. The specific objectives of the study include: identifying the extent to which in-service training influences employee affective commitment; coaching influences employee normative commitment, and mentoring influences employee continuance commitment. Hence, three research questions and three hypotheses guided the study. This study adopted a survey research design. The study was conducted on 30 staff of 10 firms (three3 each) in the hospitality industry from a population of 524 in Rivers State through a simple random sampling technique. The instrument for the data collection is a structured questionnaire called “Manpower Development Strategies and Performance Questionnaires” (MDSPQ) The data obtained through the questionnaire was analysed by mean (x) and standard deviation (SD). Spearman Rank order correlation was used to analyse and test the hypotheses earlier formulated by the researcher. All analyses were imputed on SPSS 22.0. In the cause of the study some capacity building like in-service training, coaching, and mentoring influence employee affective, normative as well and continuance. In the course of the findings it was observed that this method of capacity building according to this paper could be said to be an integral part of the recruitment exercise in that once an employee has been found appointable, it is expected that such an employee need to be positively trained, coached and mentored in line with the vision and aspiration of the organisation for effective discharge of function. Based on the findings of this study, the following recommendations were made for organisational performance, the management of organisations should invest more in in-service training of employees rather than over-turning employees, which causes more confusion in the organisation as the company would keep looking for qualified employees.

Emotional Dissonance and Organizational Reputation of Oil Firms in Nigeria

Obadina O M — 2024-09-23

The study investigated the relationship between emotional dissonance and organisational reputation in oil servicing firms. A cross-sectional survey design was adopted with the population of 380 staff of oil firms. The sample size of the study was 191 determined using the Krejcie and Morgan table which was subjected to a face and content validity test by the research supervisors and experts. The reliability test was established using Cronbach’s alpha model score of 0.858, indicating the authenticity of the instrument used. Two hypothetical questions were developed for this study. Hence, the method of analysis was the Pearson Moment Correlation Coefficient. The study concludes that there is a weak and positive relationship, between emotional dissonance and the corporate reputation of oil firms. Therefore, it was recommended that the oil sector should consider educating workers on the benefits of demonstrating the required emotion during interpersonal transactions, as this would foster wealth, add more attributes to the company’s brand and service, and retain potential customers who might be exposed to aggressive competitors.

A Study on Opportunities and Challenges for PLI Scheme in India

Bhawni Talwar — 2024-11-04

The increasing contribution of government in boosting of production is the main reason that has amplified the interest to research on the topic. Production linked incentive scheme. has benefitted many companies. The main aimed of this research is to investigate the awareness about. All the manufacturers who are into production of any sector in Ludhiana city from the population for the study. For analysing, raw data was summarized in a master table and from this table the results have been carried out. The questions having multiple/ alternative choices were analysed by taking percentages. The present study investigates attitude of Millennials towards International cosmetic brands in Ludhiana city. Incentive and factors is a major factor that will influence on manufacturers for decision towards enrolling towards scheme. Majority of the Manufacturers are unaware of such scheme. and consider this scheme. as an initial round for big players in the market.

Analyzing the consumer choice and preferences for Gamified E-Commerce in Ludhiana

Mani Kapoor — 2024-11-04

This study investigates consumer choice and preferences for gamified e-commerce in Ludhiana, India. Gamified e-commerce incorporates game-like elements, such as points, badges, referral contests and leader boards, into the online shopping experience. The purpose of this study is to understand how these elements influence consumer engagement, purchase decisions, and brand loyalty. The findings of the study revealed that consumers in Ludhiana are generally positive towards gamified e-commerce. The study also identified some challenges associated with gamified e-commerce. Some consumers expressed concerns about the potential for addiction and manipulation. Overall, the findings of this study suggest that gamified e-commerce has the potential to be a successful strategy for online retailers in Ludhiana.

Challenges Faced by the Logistics Companies and Its Impact on Employee Performance

Amanpreet Kaur — 2024-11-04

This research aims to identify the challenges faced by logistics companies and their impact on employee performance. The results of the study show that the primary challenges faced by logistics companies are poor infrastructure, lack of skilled manpower, inadequate technology, and high competition. These challenges significantly impact the performance of logistics employees negatively, leading to decreased productivity, job satisfaction, and job security. The results of the study are expected to show that changing customer expectations, increased competition, and rising fuel prices are the most significant challenges faced by logistics companies. The study will also highlight the importance of investing in advanced technologies such as automation, robotics, and artificial intelligence to improve the performance of logistics companies. This research paper will provide valuable insights for logistics companies, helping them to develop effective strategies to address the challenges they face and improve their overall performance.