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2014-June-30-Kelsey Hammer, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

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Pembentukan Keahlian Kejuruan Di Industri Peralatan, Padang Wicaksono, Lionel Priyadi, Oscar Vitriano

Jurnal Vokasi Indonesia

After 1998 financial crisis, the growth of Indonesian manufactures sector had been dominated by the technology intensive- tools and machinery sub sector. The development of tools and machinery sub-sector should have increased the demand for skilled and specific labors namely vocational high school (VHS) graduates. Nevertheless, the VHS graduates’ roles had relatively been reduced. Despite they have better opportunities to develop their career in the long term, they are less likely to achieve supervisory or higher career level because the diploma or undergraduates workers most likely occupy the level. One of the main factors behind their lower career level prospects …

Manajemen Nyeri Pasien Rawat Jalan Pada Kasushernia Nukleus Pulposus Melalui Core Stability, Elsa Roselina, Safrin Arifin, Hermito Gidion

Jurnal Vokasi Indonesia

Herniated nucleus pulposus (HNP) is a situation where the annulus fibrosus along nucleus pulposus protruding into the spinal canal. HNP patients often complain of back pain radiating to the lower limbs, especially when bending activity. Rehabilitation programs do to help reduce the pain. The aim of this research knew which treatment was more effective among William's Flexion compared to Core Stability in reducing pain for HNP patients. This study used a double-blind experimental design with an alpha value of 5%. The study was conducted at the Clinic “X”. Sample was 18 patients with medical diagnoses HNP undergoing therapy from September …

Perhitungan Biaya Normal Program Pensiunusia Normal Dengan Metode Entry Age Normal (Percent Dollar), Fia Fridayanti Adam

Jurnal Vokasi Indonesia

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Analisa Faktor-Faktor Penentu Budgetary Slack Pada Lembaga Swadaya Masyarakat (Studi Empiris Dengan Menggunakan Structuralequation Modeling), Maria Eurelia Wayan

Jurnal Vokasi Indonesia

This study aims to examine the determinants of budgetary slack on NGOs. Tests performed by using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). This study found evidence that factors budgetary participation, accountability demands, information asymmetry, and the behavior of individual NGOs affect budgetary slack. Also found a correlation between budgetary participation, accountability demands, information asymmetry and the behavior of individual NGOs. This study uses a survey with 210 respondents of the unit of analysis is the individual directors and managers of NGOs.

Pengaruh Traksi Manual Cervical Terhadap Nyeri Leher Akibat Disc Migration, Safrin Arifin

Jurnal Vokasi Indonesia

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Studi Awal Perumusan Indikator Evaluasi Strategikomunikasi Pemasaran 12 Destinasi Wisata Di Jakarta Utara, Sri Rahayu, Endang Setiowati, Amelita Lusia, Diaz Pranita, Priyanto Priyanto, Rahmi Setiawati, Devi Rahmawati

Jurnal Vokasi Indonesia

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2014-June-28-Carter Railroad Museum Welcomes Railroad Fans, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

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Order Granting Interlocutory Injunction (Runzhou Zhang Et Al.), Melvin K. Westmoreland

Superior Court of Fulton County: Metro Atlanta Business Case Division Opinions

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2014-June-27-Etsu Nurse-Managed Clinics Ink Agreement With Unitedhealthcare, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

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Stars, Diamonds, And Other Shiny Things: The Use Of Expert And Consumer Feedback In The Hotel Industry, Edwin Torres, Howard Adler, Carl Behnke

Rosen Faculty Scholarship and Creative Works

Over the past few years, researchers have studied the topic of online consumer feedback. Most of these studies focus on consumer decision making, and managing a hotel's image.Consequently, more research could explore consumer-generated feedback from the viewpoint of hotel operations and service quality improvement. The present research explored the ways in which hotel General Managers use feedback from consumers (namely online), experts, and internal sources to improve service quality. A combination of a quantitative survey and qualitative interviews were utilized. The study targeted General Managers of upscale hotels.Quantitative data was analyzed using multiple and simple regression analysis, correlations, and ANOVA. …

2014-June-26-Etsu To Host International Mathematics Conference, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

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2014-June-26-Piano Camp Concerts, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

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The Business Of Coupons-Do Coupons Lead To Repeat Purchases?, Margaret P. Ross

Pursuit - The Journal of Undergraduate Research at The University of Tennessee

In recent years, couponing has emerged as a pop culture phenomenon. Businesses of all types are taking advantage of this resource by revamping their out-dated programs and turning them into something fresh to excite customers. Many questions remain unanswered concerning the viability, profitability, and usefulness of coupons. This study is an analysis of the effectiveness of coupons in enticing return purchases in the soft-drink category and the effectiveness of price discriminating at this grocery store chain. The dataset is comprised of household level grocery store transactions compiled by dunnhumby USA for 2,500 households over a period of two years. An …

Minority Entrepreneurs Face Added Challenges, Usu Jon M. Huntsman School Of Business

Jon M. Huntsman School of Business News Collection

Minority Entrepreneurs Face Added Challenges Sterling Bone, an assistant professor at the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business, recently completed research that shows entrepreneurs who are minorities face more obstacles to success than their Caucasian counterparts.

2014-June-25-Etsu’S Rotc Continues To Excel, From Southwestern Deserts To Tennessee Mountains, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

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2014-June-25-Etsu Football’S Teddy Gaines Set To Perform At Dwtts, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

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Mcivor, Wilfred J., B. 1897? (Mss 506), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives

Manuscript Collection Finding Aids

Finding aid only for Manuscripts Collection 506. Personal patient ledger (1931-1932) of Dr. W.J. McIvor, a physician practicing at Moseley Hospital in Henderson, Kentucky. Includes an unidentified photograph of a woman and the cover of an 1897 book on writing and engrossing.

Macc Student Receives Aicpa Medal Of Inspiration, Usu Jon M. Huntsman School Of Business

Jon M. Huntsman School of Business News Collection

We recently received notification that our own Lucien Butler has been selected as this year’s National Medal of Inspiration Award winner. This award is co-sponsored by the Beta Alpha Psi organization and the AICPA with a $5,000 cash award funded by the AICPA with only one annual recipient. For those of you less acquainted with Lucien, here is why he was selected.

Students May Check In Early, Lindenwood University

Archived Lindenwood Press Releases

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2014-June-24-First International Rotation Students Welcomed, Bill Gatton College Of Pharmacy, East Tennessee State University, University Marketing And Communication, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

24-JUN-2014

First International Rotation Students Welcomed

 Inaugural International Rotation Student's Presentation----
Today, our first international rotation students presented to the college what they learned within their four-week rotations. They shared with us how much they will value their experiences here in our region. They further shared that they would not have experienced specific pharmacy specialties in Scotland because they simply do not exist. The students explained they would return to Scotland with a greater understanding of how Pharmacy is practiced in the United States

The Impact Of Technology Transfer Through Foreign Direct Investment In Developing Nations: A Case Study In The United Arab Emirates, Batoul Modarress, Abdolhossein Ansari, Emil Thies

All Works

Foreign investments have evolved over the past two decades to become the most critical business strategies for many companies. While developed countries have been the originators of more than 86% of foreign investment outflows, they receive only 65% of foreign inflows. By contrast, inward investments for developing countries have risen from 28% in 1990 to 53% in 2012. This increase is the result of a growing perception among recipients that attracting FDI to their nations contributes to technology transfer, which enhances human capital formation, leading to reduced income inequality and sustainable economic growth. Therefore, the purpose of this paper is …

2014-June-23-Et&Wncrr Historical Society At Carter Railroadmuseum, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

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Exploring Generational Differences Between Generation Y And Baby Boomers In Work-Life Balance, Afton Barber

Human Resource Development Theses and Dissertations

With the recent addition of Generation Y to the workforce, workplace dynamics are changing to reflect a labor force which now encompasses the four extant commonly working generations. This study seeks to identify generational differences found between two of the generations in the current workforce, Baby Boomers and Generation Y, by isolating a specific work value, work-life balance, as promoted through managerial practices. Limited research has examined the links among the topics of generational differences, work-life balance, and managerial practices. Therefore, this study will attempt to explore the relationships among the three topics.

Professor Elected To National Hr Committee, Usu Jon M. Huntsman School Of Business

Jon M. Huntsman School of Business News Collection

Huntsman School associate professor Tim Gardner was recently elected to the Academy of Management Human Resource Division Executive Committee, a group that provides a disciplinary headquarters for members with specific scholarly interests around the field of human resources.

A Survey Of Faculty Mentoring Programs In Aacsb School Of Business, Bruce C. Raymond, Vijay R. Kannan

Management Faculty Publications

The human resources management literature offers considerable evidence that mentoring programs can positively influence a variety of measures of both individual and organizational performance. This study examines the use and effectiveness of faculty mentoring programs at business schools in the United States. A survey of 118 schools accredited by the Association for the Advancement of Collegiate Schools of Business found that mentoring programs are the exception rather than the rule. Moreover, many existing mentoring programs lack the strategic focus and structure that are critical to program success. Statistical results indicated that mentoring programs employing best practices achieved greater career and …

2014-June-20-Dixon Elected Chair Of Council Of Graduate Departments Of Psychology, University Marketing And Communications, East Tennessee State University

ETSU News

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Comment Letters On Proposed Changes To The Aicpa Standards For Performing And Reporting On Peer Reviews: Reporting On Engagement Reviews, May 20, 2014, American Institute Of Certified Public Accountants. Peer Review Board

Exposure Drafts, Comment Letters, and Statements of Position

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Aviation Managers’ Perspective On The Importance Of Education, Jason M. Newcomer, James W. Marion Jr, Matthew P. Earnhardt

International Journal of Aviation, Aeronautics, and Aerospace

The U.S. Department of Labor reported that working adults with at least a four-year college degree earned an annual average salary of $63,400 compared to the $24,300 salary of high school graduates with no college. The purpose of this quantitative non-experimental study was to survey managers in the U.S. aviation industry to describe their perspective on how education has impacted them. Following a robust review of the literature, we analyzed the responses from 103 managers’ and discovered that there is a significant association between degree importance and level of education among aviation managers that has application to professional practice. The …

The Dynamics Of Business Communication: A Look At Social Media Use In The Workplace, Lindsey Munro

Honors Theses

This paper reviews the use of social media in a work place setting. Reviews on the history of social media and definitions are initially made to prepare the reader for the language of the paper. The main section of the paper covers the advantages and disadvantages of social media use in the work place from the perspective of inside an organization using a private social media platform. Private social media platforms are referred to as enterprise social media. Enterprise social media has advantages and disadvantages when used for communication in team settings, for individual communication and learning, and for knowledge …