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Do Export Activities Improve Small Firm Performance? Evidence From Indonesia, Mohamad Dian Revindo, Christopher Gan, Aditya Alta Oct 2020

Do Export Activities Improve Small Firm Performance? Evidence From Indonesia, Mohamad Dian Revindo, Christopher Gan, Aditya Alta

The South East Asian Journal of Management

Research Aims: This study investigates the link between involvement in direct export activities and firm performance, with reference to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Indonesia. Design/Methodology/Approach: The study employed primary data collected from questionnaires administered to 271 exporting SMEs in seven provinces in Jawa-Bali Region. The OLS and GLM regression techniques were employed to estimate the export impact model. Research Findings: The results show that export activities bring the highest performance improvement in product quality, moderate improvement in marketing and networking techniques, total sales, total profit, production technique or technology and worker productivity, and least improvement in domestic sales. …


The Impact Of Intellectual Capital Configuration On Diversification In Banking Industry: Evidence From Indonesia, Rangga Yusuf Aiyubi, Dony Abdul Chalid Oct 2020

The Impact Of Intellectual Capital Configuration On Diversification In Banking Industry: Evidence From Indonesia, Rangga Yusuf Aiyubi, Dony Abdul Chalid

The South East Asian Journal of Management

Research Aims: This study aims to examine the impact of Intellectual Capital configuration on business diversification in Indonesian banking Industry Design/methodology/approach: This reseach employ panel data regression analysis, using data of 88 commercial banks in Indonesia druing the year of 2014 to 2019. Research Findings: The results of this study shows that Human Capital Efficiency and Structural Capital Efficiency affects the strategy of income diversification. While Capital Employed Efficiency affects the strategy of asset diversification. The results Theoretical Contribution/Originality: Previous research more focus on the effect of diversification on performance. Researche on how the internal capital of an organization affects …


Building A Theoretical Research Model For Trust Development: The Case Of Mobile Financial Services In Myanmar, Phyo Min Tun Oct 2020

Building A Theoretical Research Model For Trust Development: The Case Of Mobile Financial Services In Myanmar, Phyo Min Tun

The South East Asian Journal of Management

Research Aims - This research study focuses on the factors affecting customer trust in mobile financial services (MFS) in Myanmar by developing a research model that incorporates six different factors: perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, social pressure, enabling conditions, service quality, and satisfaction. Design/Methodology/Approach - Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) and Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA) were employed to analyse the data. Subsequently, Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was utilised to examine hypotheses. An analysis was performed on the survey data collected from 250 mobile phone users who are likely to use or currently using MFS in Myanmar. Research Findings - The …


The Influence Of Japanese Work Cultures On Malaysian Foodservice Employees' Work Stress And Their Turnover Intention, Mohd Fairuz Mustaffa Kamal, Mohd Salehuddin Mohd Zahari, Mohd Hafiz Hanafiah, Nurul Wahidah Mohammad Ariffin Oct 2020

The Influence Of Japanese Work Cultures On Malaysian Foodservice Employees' Work Stress And Their Turnover Intention, Mohd Fairuz Mustaffa Kamal, Mohd Salehuddin Mohd Zahari, Mohd Hafiz Hanafiah, Nurul Wahidah Mohammad Ariffin

The South East Asian Journal of Management

Research Aims - This study investigates the influence of Japanese work cultures on Malaysian foodservice employees’ work stress and their turnover intention. Design/methodology/approach - A total of 381 respondents participated in this study, and the research data was validated prior to the empirical assessment. Research Findings - The results of this study signify that the Japanese work culture amplifies workers disorientation, stress and turnover intention. Besides, thru hierarchical regression, workplace stress was found to mediate the relationship between Japanese work culture and employee turnover intention. Theoretical Contribution/Originality - The study reveals the conflicts between the South East Asian employees and …


Determining Criteria For Supplier Selection In The Indonesian Oil And Gas Industry, Nur Habibah, Ratih Dyah Kusumastuti Oct 2020

Determining Criteria For Supplier Selection In The Indonesian Oil And Gas Industry, Nur Habibah, Ratih Dyah Kusumastuti

The South East Asian Journal of Management

Research Aims - This research aims to identify the main criteria of supplier selection in the oil and gas industry in Indonesia and their causal relationships by using the DEMATEL method. Methodology - Based on the literature review and discussions with experts, ten supplier selection criteria were identified and used as the basis of questionnaire development. The questionnaire was distributed to 57 respondents representing supply chain management and other divisions in eight oil and gas companies in Indonesia, with 51 valid responses. The data was analyzed using the DEMATEL method. Research Findings - The results show that product price is …


Night-Market Traders Are They Entrepreneurial Or Just Making Ends Meet?, Azwardi Md Isa, Noor Azura Azman, Nur Syazwani Aisyah Ahmad Sukri Oct 2020

Night-Market Traders Are They Entrepreneurial Or Just Making Ends Meet?, Azwardi Md Isa, Noor Azura Azman, Nur Syazwani Aisyah Ahmad Sukri

The South East Asian Journal of Management

Research Aims - Night-market is a popular type of micro-business in Southeast Asia. The purpose of this research is to examine night markets from the perspective of business development, a perspective that has received limited attention from the literature. Design/methodology/approach - A total of 300 questionnaires were distributed amongst nightmarket business owners in a selected venue around Penang. Data were analyzed using SEM-PLS to measure the variables proposed in the study. Research Findings - The results of this study showed that commitment and business experience is significantly related to business development while government assistance yields no relationship. The age of …


Importance Of Employee Participation In Lean Thinking And Their Competency Towards Employee Innovative Behaviour, Roshayati Binti Abdul Hamid, Md Daud Bin Ismail, Ida Rosnita Binti Ismail Apr 2020

Importance Of Employee Participation In Lean Thinking And Their Competency Towards Employee Innovative Behaviour, Roshayati Binti Abdul Hamid, Md Daud Bin Ismail, Ida Rosnita Binti Ismail

The South East Asian Journal of Management

Research Aims: The process of innovation is complex and involved various stage which required employees to have an innovative behaviour. Underpinned by social exchange theory, this study examines how employee participation in Lean Thinking influence the employees' innovative behaviour. We also examine the possibility that competency moderates this relationship. Design/methodology/approach: Measurements from previous studies were adapted in developing the questionnaire and data were analysed using the Partial Least Squares (PLS) approach. Research Findings: The results showed that there is a positive relationship between employee participation in Lean Thinking and employee innovative behaviour, and a positive relationship between employee competency and …


Intellectual Capital Performance And Firm Value: The Effect Of Mfrs 139, Abdullah Jihad Rasmi Rabaya, Norman Mohd Saleh, Noradiva Hamzah Apr 2020

Intellectual Capital Performance And Firm Value: The Effect Of Mfrs 139, Abdullah Jihad Rasmi Rabaya, Norman Mohd Saleh, Noradiva Hamzah

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Research Aims: We examine the intellectual capital (IC) performance and its connection with firm value. We also investigate whether the adoption of an enhanced quality standard MFRS 139 that affect recognition and measurement of financial instrument's fair values, moderates the relationship between IC performance and firm value. Design/methodology/approach: We used panel data analysis of listed financial institutions' data for 2005 - 2015 period. Research Findings: A positive association between IC performance and firm value is found, proposing that IC is an important resource for firms. The results also show that MFRS 139 implementation strengthens the relationship between IC performance and …


Religion, Attitude, And Entrepreneurship Intention In Indonesia, Liyu Adhi Kasari Sulung, Niken Iwani Surya Putri, Muhammad Miqdad Robbani, Kirana Rukmayuninda Ririh Apr 2020

Religion, Attitude, And Entrepreneurship Intention In Indonesia, Liyu Adhi Kasari Sulung, Niken Iwani Surya Putri, Muhammad Miqdad Robbani, Kirana Rukmayuninda Ririh

The South East Asian Journal of Management

Research Aims: The present research investigates the relationships among behavioural belief, attitude toward entrepreneurship, religiosity, and entrepreneurial intention in Indonesia. Design/methodology/approach: We use a structural equation model supported by LISREL 8.80 to analyse a sample of 146 owners of micro and small enterprises. Research Findings: We found new results to add to the entrepreneurship literature regarding the relationship between religiosity and entrepreneurship. Although religiosity has been mostly discussed in previous research as a moderator, this study found that religiosity also has a strong direct relationship to entrepreneurial intention. Further, most of the independent variables also show a significant influence on …


Mediating Effects Of Entrepreneurs’ Work Performance On The Relationship Between Their Psychological Capital And Growth Intentions: A Study On Malaysian Entrepreneurs, Sh. Usman Yousaf, Mohd Hizam-Hanafiah, Rosmah Mat Isa, Nor Liza Abdullah, Zizah Che Senik, Bushra Usman Apr 2020

Mediating Effects Of Entrepreneurs’ Work Performance On The Relationship Between Their Psychological Capital And Growth Intentions: A Study On Malaysian Entrepreneurs, Sh. Usman Yousaf, Mohd Hizam-Hanafiah, Rosmah Mat Isa, Nor Liza Abdullah, Zizah Che Senik, Bushra Usman

The South East Asian Journal of Management

Research Aims: This study proposes to fill the gap in entreprenuership literature by focusing on the relationship between entrepreneurs' psychological capital and growth intention mediated by their work performance. Design/methodology/approach: This research used cross-sectional quantitative research and employed convenience sampling technique. A total of 275 Small and Medium Entreprise (SME) entrepreneurs participated and answered the survey questionnaires. Research Findings: The findings confirmed the direct relationships between psychological capital and work performance; and psychological capital and growth intention of entrepreneurs. However, this study found no mediating effect of work performance in the relationship between psychological capital and growth intention of the …


Intellectual Capital And Smes’ Business Performance From An Organisational Lifecycle Perspective, Salwa Muda, Mara Ridhuan Che Abdul Rahman, Noradiva Hamzah, Norman Mohd Saleh Apr 2020

Intellectual Capital And Smes’ Business Performance From An Organisational Lifecycle Perspective, Salwa Muda, Mara Ridhuan Che Abdul Rahman, Noradiva Hamzah, Norman Mohd Saleh

The South East Asian Journal of Management

Research Aims: This study examined the influence of intellectual capital (IC) elements, namely human, structural and relational capital, on the performance of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Malaysia. In addition, it examined the effects of IC elements on performance from the perspective of lifecycle stages. Methodology: This study employed a survey method using questionnaires. A total of 1000 questionnaires were mailed to chief executive officers (CEOs) and managers of SMEs in various industries, such as the professional, food and beverage (F&B) and engineering industries, around Klang Valley, Malaysia. Research Findings: The results of this study indicated that all elements …


The Effects Of Transformational Leadership And Job Satisfaction On Commitment To Organisational Change: A Three-Component Model Extension Approach, Luu Tien Dung, Phan Van Hai Apr 2020

The Effects Of Transformational Leadership And Job Satisfaction On Commitment To Organisational Change: A Three-Component Model Extension Approach, Luu Tien Dung, Phan Van Hai

The South East Asian Journal of Management

Research Aims: The present study aimed to examine the relationship between transformational leadership, job satisfaction and employee commitment to organisational change. Design/Methodology/Approach: Extension of a three-component model was employed. The study sample consisted of 474 employees in organisations undergoing a significant organisational change in Vietnam. The data were analysed using a structural equation model (SEM). Research Findings: The study results show that transformational leadership has a positive and significant influence on job satisfaction and organisational commitment to change (affective commitment, normative commitment, continuance commitment). Job satisfaction is found to be positively and significantly related to employee affective commitment and normative …


The Impact Of Political Brand Relationship Quality And Brand Engagement On Voters’ Citizenship Behaviour: Evidence From Indonesia, Akhmad Farhan, Nor Asiah Omar, Taslima Jannat, Muhamad Azrin Nazri Apr 2020

The Impact Of Political Brand Relationship Quality And Brand Engagement On Voters’ Citizenship Behaviour: Evidence From Indonesia, Akhmad Farhan, Nor Asiah Omar, Taslima Jannat, Muhamad Azrin Nazri

The South East Asian Journal of Management

Research Aims: Recently, the usage of branding has become more popular in non-traditional social markets such as politics due to decreasing political participation. This study investigates how political brand relationship quality (satisfaction and trust) influences political brand engagement (PBE) and voters' citizenship behaviour (VCB). Design/Methodology/Approach: The current study collected data from voters who are located in Jakarta and participated in the Indonesian presidential election of 2014. A total of 520 voters participated. Data were collected via quota sampling and drop-off survey and were analysed using structural equation modelling. Research Findings: The empirical findings suggest that satisfaction has the strongest impact …