INVESTIGATING THE DETERMINANTS OF FACULTY JOB SATISFACTION UNDER THE MODERATING ROLE OF LIFE SATISFACTION: A STUDY OF PRIVATE SECTOR UNIVERSITIES OF PAKISTAN

 Current study investigates the determinants of faculty job satisfaction in private sector universities of Pakistan. Furthermore, this study inquires the moderating role of life satisfaction on faculty job satisfaction. Approximately 500 questionnaires were distributed among the faculty members of W category private sector universities, out of 500 questionnaires, 430 were received and 396 were found to be completely filled as per criteria. After applying the statistical tools of SPSS 23, it was confirmed that motivational and hygienic factors have significant and positive relationship with faculty job satisfaction. Moreover, the results proved that impact of life satisfaction did not moderate the relationship of faculty job satisfaction with motivational factors as well as hygienic factors. The results of the study can be generalized to other universities as well as other sectors of the Pakistan. The framework of the study can be applied to compare the faculty job satisfaction level of public and private sector universities

INVESTIGATING THE DETERMINANTS OF FACULTY JOB SATISFACTION UNDER THE MODERATING ROLE OF LIFE SATISFACTION: A STUDY OF PRIVATE SECTOR UNIVERSITIES OF PAKISTAN

 Current study investigates the determinants of faculty job satisfaction in private sector universities of Pakistan. Furthermore, this study inquires the moderating role of life satisfaction on faculty job satisfaction. Approximately 500 questionnaires were distributed among the faculty members of W category private sector universities, out of 500 questionnaires, 430 were received and 396 were found to be completely filled as per criteria. After applying the statistical tools of SPSS 23, it was confirmed that motivational and hygienic factors have significant and positive relationship with faculty job satisfaction. Moreover, the results proved that impact of life satisfaction did not moderate the relationship of faculty job satisfaction with motivational factors as well as hygienic factors. The results of the study can be generalized to other universities as well as other sectors of the Pakistan. The framework of the study can be applied to compare the faculty job satisfaction level of public and private sector universities

Vehicle emission control measures for environmental sustainability (pollution control) regulation: case of the Gambia

According United Nations (UN), world urbanization and its resultant population growth have risenapproximately fivefold between 1950 to 2011 (from 0.75 Billion to 3.6 Billion). The Gambia’s population was61.27% higher as of 2018 the highest value over the past 58 years. The Gambia has a high level of urbanizationthrough the urban drift; Greater Banjul, Brikama areas carry 60% of the population. Similarly, motor vehicle activitycontinues on fast growth trajectory. Reports in 2018 showed that the Gambia ranked 170 ($22.5 Million) in vehicleimports in the world. Western and certain Eastern countries that are categorized as developed, enacted stronglegislation for the primary reduction of automobile emissions and enhanced better air quality. However, vehicularemission in developing countries including the Gambia has not received similar attention. Failure to controlvehicular emissions has been reported to result in significant effects on health levels (e.g., diseases related torespiration, the heart, cerebrovascular, severe obstructive pulmonary, lower respiratory infections, and cancers). Inspite of that, there is a significant increase in vehicle registration in the Gambia (i.e., 2.23 %) in 2013 for the last fiveyears, thus Gambia must have experienced a significant rise in daily traffic

The impact of green innovation strategies on hotel performance in the Gambia

This conceptual paper proposes research which aims to investigate the impact of green innovation on Gambia hotels‟ performance. The paper reviewed literature on the adopting of green innovation for sustainability strategies of tourism industry. Although there is a growing trend in the adoption of green innovation strategies, there is little or no evidence that the Gambia tourism industry has given any attention to adoption of green innovations. The conclusion drawn from the literature is that green innovation has positive causal effect on environmental sustainability. The paper proposes using the quantitative method of collecting data through a self- administered questionnaire following a proper reliability test of measurement items of the research constructs. The findings of this research may help in bridging the gap in green innovation implementation, and increase the knowledge of hotel managers for the greater and improved environmental performance of hotels and the consequential costs saving and reduction of waste and pollution. The findings of this research may help cultivate the environmental sustainability culture of the hotels and reorient the attitudes and behavior of hotel staff towards sustainability performance

Skills of future workforce: skills gap based on perspectives from academicians and industry players

Apart from having specific knowledge, graduates are expected to possess a set of soft and hard skills to be employed. This study aims to identify soft and hard skills relevant to the future workforce in the electrical and electronic (E&E) industry based on two perspectives; academicians from public higher education institution (HEI) and E&E industry players. Further, the study aims to investigate skills gaps between two stakeholders. A total of 50 academicians and 31 industry players in Malaysia were surveyed using a structured questionnaire. Statistical analysis was performed using an independent t-test. In terms of soft skills, analytical thinking skills, communication skills, and discipline were more perceived by academicians, whereas decision-making skills, teamwork skills, and discipline were more favored by industry players. For hard skills, both players favored technology use, except for organizational capabilities which were perceived more by academicians while troubleshooting was favored more by industry players. This study contributes to the collaboration between public HEI and the E&E industry to address the skills gaps, which will benefit all stakeholders. This study focuses on the skills that are perceived more by both stakeholders

How to curb the HIV/AIDS prevalence in Bangladesh?

HIV/AIDS epidemic represents an emerging health threat for the whole World. HIV/AIDS occurrence rate In Bangladesh is still below 1percent but eventually is becoming a threat for the nation. However, the absence of sufficient research on HIV in the Bangladesh context motivates this secondary research. The present study discusses the strength, weaknesses, and interventions taken to combat HIV in Bangladesh. Also, it presents the key challenges that can potentially hinder progress in combating HIV. Finding demonstrates that the massive treatment gap is the core concern coupled with a crucial population such as injecting drug users (IDU), transgender is making the situation even worst. In addition, the Rohingya crisis is causing a sharp surge in HIV/Infection. This research aims to provide policymakers with information and suggestions based on existing studies and HIV/AIDS prevention planning

A conceptual framework for organizational attractiveness among Malaysian millennial jobseekers aimed at the aftermath of COVID-19

Attracting superior talent from the job market is a crucial task for the organization. Due to the technological paradigm-shifting in the direction of Industrial revolution 4.0, tech-savvy millennials are the organization's dominant priority to gain a competitive advantage. Scholars predict that the ongoing COVID-19 is likely to change millennial's job preferences. On the other hand, in this economic climate, where young people are at an amplified risk of being jobless, organizations must play a vital role in providing jobs and attract young entry-level millennial jobseekers. Millennials have unique expectations from employers, thus selective about organizations to join. Understanding the millennial job seeker's perception is imperative for the organization to create an "attractive employer" image. However, very little is known about the factor attracting entry-level millennial jobseekers towards an organization from literature. Consequently, the present study identifies four factors, corporate social responsibility, perceived work environment, individual value, and organizational reputation, which have organizational attractiveness. The study develops a conceptual model of organizational attractiveness utilizing social identity theory and signaling theory. Further, this concept will empirically be tested and validated in the future

An Observation of Transferring Management Knowledge for Seaweed Cultivation Community in Semporna, Sabah

Knowledge Transfer Programme (KTP) is introduced by the Ministry of Education (MOE) Malaysia to link the collaborations between the Malaysian local universities, industries and communities to continue to flourish. This paper aims to observe the achievement of the seaweed cultivation management system in Semporna, Sabah under KTP project. The project involves the transfer of knowledge related to the management from the university to the staff of industry partners and local seaweed farmers. This project introduces the knowledge in seaweed cultivation in a modern, systematic, and proper manner to the seaweed farming management. The knowledge transfer included farming and office, human capital, and financial management. After two years, the project objectives have been achieved. The seaweed farms have been better managed and organized, production and sales were increased, and staff management skills have been successfully developed

The impact of market orientation and entrepreneurial orientation on firm performance of wholesale and retailer SMES in Malaysia

There is a considerable signal from empirical studies that many factors influence firm performance. The purpose of this conceptual paper is to review the impact of two (2) important variable which are market orientation and entrepreneurial orientation on the performance of wholesaler and retailer Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)operating in Malaysia. Based on a systematic literature review, present conceptual framework has been developed. The present conceptual paper emphasizes on the importance of market orientation and entrepreneurial orientation and how these two factors could have an influence on firm performance. Present paper provides a valuable information to the owner/managers of wholesaler and retailer SMEs in Malaysia regarding their market strategies and entrepreneurial processes. The expected results for the resent conceptual paper would support the hypotheses that market orientation and entrepreneurial orientation have a positive impact on firm performance. Resource-Based View (RBV) theory was used to underlie the conceptual framework. In addition, some implications of this conceptual model for theory and practice are discussed

The employee’s perception towards work performance in Arab schools, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The present research aims to determine if there is a significant relationship between workplace diversity and work performance in Arab Schools in Kuala Lumpur (ASKL), Malaysia. Moreover, the demographic factors studied included age, gender, culture, and educational level. Moreover, two hundred and ten (225) respondents were examined using the data collected throughout the questionnaire through the Statistical Package for Special Science (SPSS) Software Version 24. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, factor analysis as well as regression analysis. In addition, the research presents an integrative model of demographic factors impact work performance. This research examines four demographic factors (age, gender, culture, and educational level) that affect the employee's work performance in (ASKL). The present research found a significant relationship between age, gender, culture, and work performance, while the research found no relationship between educational level and work performance. These findings emphasize the importance of workplace diversity toward work performance. Furthermore, this research fills the gaps between previous studies conducted in Arab schools by examining workplace diversity's impact on work performance. Furthermore, the present paper recommended future researchers add more diversity factors such as work experience or testing a mediation or moderation role such as motivation