International Journal of Management and Human Science (IJMHS)

Stakeholder Pressure and Sustainability Report Quality in Indonesia

2024-10-30T10:29:10+00:00

Public companies owe stakeholders a social duty. Public companies must report all work-related performance, initiatives, and accomplishments in their sustainability reports. Many legal frameworks and requirements do not require issuers, especially publicly traded companies, to publish sustainability reports separately from annual reports. This research uses environmentally sensitive companies to distinguish between primary and secondary stakeholders in this study. The regression analysis on IDX companies in an environmentally sensitive stock index was used to determine how stakeholder pressure and sustainable reporting affect them. Pressure from stakeholders improves sustainability reporting. Government and employee pressure affect sustainability reporting quality more than consumer and investor pressure. Additionally, larger companies report sustainability better. State-owned enterprises with many workers report sustainability better. Employees expect companies to care about social and environmental issues, so more employees in one company tend to get more disclosure pressure. State-owned enterprise companies are more organised and follow government regulations, especially sustainability. Employee and government pressure improve sustainability reporting quality, but consumer and investor results are insignificant. The limitation of this study is that only using a small sample size and focusing only on environmentally friendly companies limited this study. It would be better for future research to study all Indonesian industries and use better measurement for each variable used.

Online Printing Companies in Nigeria: Exploring the Role of Digital Marketing Communications for Sustainable Growth

2024-10-30T09:53:54+00:00

Web-to-print (W2P), also known as online printing or print e-commerce, has transformed print consumption behaviour considerably. It allows print buyers to place and fulfil orders via online platforms, eliminating the need for face-to-face contact. Previous research has examined the broad spectrum of online print buying, but there is a dearth of knowledge on online printing in the context of a developing economy like Nigeria. To fill this gap, this study explores web-enabled printing in the print and graphic arts industry in Nigeria, focusing on the digital marketing activities of Nigerian online printing companies. Utilising online research methods, data (SEO rankings) on the websites of Nigerian online printing companies were analysed, along with secondary data sources. The study revealed the digital marketing strategies used by Nigerian web-to-print businesses to achieve long-term success, highlighting the relevance of an effective online promotional strategy in achieving business success and sustainable growth. The need for further research into the social media marketing practices of Nigerian online printing companies was highlighted. Furthermore, it is imperative for online companies to embrace a digital strategy that encompasses word-of-mouth marketing, search engine marketing, and social media advertising to enhance their online presence. By providing an understanding of web-to-print (W2P) adoption, this study contributes to the limited knowledge of online printing in Nigeria.

Sensational Marketing for Trending Marketing Practices: Conceptualisation of Strategic Intuitional Marketing Techniques for Business Enhancement, with Special Reference to the Perfume Industry in Sri Lanka

2025-02-18T05:44:10+00:00

Marketing strategies play a fundamental role in defining consumer perceptions and business success. This study focuses on reviewing the concepts of intuitional marketing techniques to conceptualise a technique for business enhancement in Sri Lanka, the delivery of superior customer value, and the performance of intuitional decision-making. It examines how these aspects contribute to enhancing customer satisfaction. The context of the paper refers to sensory marketing in the business field, which is a significant aspect of both the local and international markets. Within the scope of the study, it analyses the conceptualised system and the approach to targeting customers. It also explores and addresses the gap between the sensational values of customers. The study has reviewed literature-based sources on intuition concepts related to marketing perspectives, which interlock with intuitional marketing techniques to build conceptual arguments. This paper suggests ways to develop sensational value in customers’ minds through marketing campaigns to bridge the satisfaction gap. The conclusion provides guidance on implementing the proposed techniques for future marketing studies and improving the effectiveness of existing sensory marketing campaigns.

Relationship between Environmental Reporting Practices and Financial Performance of Some Select Companies in the USA: An Empirical Study

2025-02-28T03:30:25+00:00

Environmental reporting involves organizations disclosing their environmental performance to promote transparency, accountability, and sustainability. This study examines corporate environmental disclosure practices in the U.S., emphasizing their relationship with financial attributes and their impact on environmental performance. By analyzing key financial indicators like CRR, WTA, DBTA, CFTA, and ROTA - the study finds a meaningful collective relationship with environmental disclosure (ENVNDS). However, more than half of the variability (55.3%) remains unexplained, suggesting that additional factors influence ENVNDS. The weak and statistically insignificant relationship between DBTA and WTA further highlights the complexity of financial-environmental interactions. Benchmarking frameworks like GRI-302, GRI-303, GRI-305, and GRI-306 help assess corporate compliance and environmental performance. Despite some limitations, environmental reporting has become integral to corporate transparency and sustainability efforts in the U.S.A. Future research should focus on improving environmental disclosure metrics, evaluating the influence of reporting on organizational behaviour, and assessing the long-term benefits of transparency. A deeper understanding of these factors can enhance reporting frameworks and drive meaningful corporate sustainability initiatives.

A Pilot Study on Entrepreneurial Marketing, Marketing Capability, and Performance of Family Businesses in Nigeria: The Role of Competitive Intensity

2025-03-27T06:16:54+00:00

Introduction: This pilot study investigates the impact of entrepreneurial marketing (EM) and marketing capability (MC) on the performance of family enterprises. With the increasing prominence of family businesses in the global economy, it is crucial to understand how these marketing dimensions influence their performance. Furthermore, the study examines the moderating effect of competitive intensity (CI) on the relationship between EM, MC, and firm performance. Methods: A quantitative approach was employed using structured questionnaires distributed via the drop-off/pick-up (DOPU) method. Data were collected from a sample of 73 respondents representing family-owned firms in North Central Nigeria. Results: Findings reveal a significant relationship between entrepreneurial marketing, marketing capability, and the performance of family enterprises. Moreover, competitive intensity was found to moderate this relationship, indicating that the effect of EM and MC on firm performance is influenced by the level of market competition. Conclusion: The study concludes that family firms can significantly enhance their performance by leveraging entrepreneurial marketing and marketing capabilities, especially in highly competitive environments. It recommends that family businesses develop robust marketing strategies and adaptive capabilities to thrive under competitive pressures. Future research should further examine variables affecting the performance of family enterprises in emerging economies, with particular attention to the expanding landscape of such firms in Nigeria.

Leadership Approaches to Digital Transformation: A Bibliometric Analysis of Emerging Trends and Insights

2025-04-10T07:04:55+00:00

Digital transformation (DT) has emerged as a strategic necessity across industries, fundamentally reshaping organizational operations, structures, and business models through the integration of advanced technologies. Leadership is a crucial enabler of this transformation, aligning digital strategies with organizational objectives, managing change, addressing resistance, and promoting innovation. This study employs a comprehensive bibliometric analysis to explore the research landscape on leadership in digital transformation. By analysing 1,147 publications from the Scopus database (2015–2024), the study identifies key trends, influential authors, research hotspots, and emerging themes. Findings reveal a notable increase in scholarly output over recent years, underscoring the rising interest in leadership’s role in digital advancement. Transformational and digital leadership are the most prominent paradigms, emphasizing competencies such as technological proficiency, strategic foresight, and change management. Co-occurrence analysis of keywords reveals clusters around digital leadership, organizational change, innovation, and human-centric dimensions. Germany, the United States, and the United Kingdom emerge as leading contributors to this body of work. Despite growing interest, gaps persist in understanding the cultural, ethical, and emotional aspects of digital leadership. This review not only synthesises current knowledge but also suggests directions for future research, including cross-cultural leadership dynamics, AI integration, emotional intelligence, and ethical governance in digital contexts. By offering a structured overview, this study provides meaningful insights for academics, practitioners, and policymakers aiming to design effective leadership models for a rapidly evolving digital environment.

Teaching Process and Socio-Psychological Factors in the Context of Digitalisation

2025-04-23T04:11:28+00:00

Digitisation is an important process that affects the progress and adaptation of the educational process. The pandemic catalysed this transition, compelling many schools and universities to adopt online learning platforms quickly. However, while digitalisation offers flexibility and accessibility, it also introduces socio-psychological challenges for educators. Teachers, as the central figures in the educational process, must manage not only the technical aspects of online teaching but also the psychological well-being of both themselves and their students." The ability to maintain a warm, supportive teaching environment, even in a virtual setting, is crucial for ensuring effective learning." A warm and supportive classroom environment, even in a virtual setting, is crucial for ensuring effective teaching and learning. This study aims to identify the psychological effect of digital teaching environments on teachers, with a particular focus on the socio-psychological aspects that influence their productivity and performance. The study involved 20 teachers from a 9-year school in the city of Tirana; in the city of Tirana, twenty interviews were conducted with them. The research was based on the qualitative method, providing a clear picture of the impact of psycho-emotional factors. The study highlights the importance of teachers' psychological well-being in the teaching process and its impact on productivity. Key factors identified as influencing online learning productivity include a positive climate." The study also recommends further research on the psychological aspects of online teaching.

Women-Led Development through Women Workforce Integration in India: Laying the Groundwork for Vikshit Bharat @ 2047

2025-04-29T09:42:13+00:00

From ancient civilisations to present-day India, Indian women have played a critical role in the country's socioeconomic growth. Given the importance of women in defining socioeconomic growth, the Indian government has launched various projects to encourage women's education, entrepreneurship, and empowerment. However, women's workforce participation in India is among the lowest in the world. This discrepancy impedes the country's progress towards inclusive and sustainable development. In this context, the present study aims to investigate how the integration of women's workforce paves the way for women-led development from the perspective of women's development, as well as how it contributes to India's journey to become a developed nation by 2047. This study emphasises the multifaceted, constructive effect of female workforce inclusion on driving women-led development in India. This study offers a unique perspective that can help policymakers design targeted policies to remove roadblocks to the nation's progress toward achieving women-led development and being a developed country, or Vikshit Bharat, by 2047.

Navigating the Diversity–Innovation Paradox: When Differences Create Challenges and Opportunities

2025-05-17T04:53:42+00:00

Background: Workforce diversity has become a pivotal element in shaping innovation and organisational performance. While it contributes positively to creativity and strategic advancement, diversity can also generate challenges such as conflict, discrimination, and diminished cohesion if not effectively managed. Objective: This study seeks to investigate the paradoxical impact of workforce diversity – how it can simultaneously act as a driver of innovation and a source of organisational complexity. The aim is to determine the conditions that enable diversity to enhance or hinder business performance. Methods: A qualitative, multi-case research design rooted in critical realism was employed. The study involved 20–30 participants across 4–5 organisations within sectors including healthcare, education, finance, and manufacturing. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, and organisational document analysis. The analytical framework was guided by social identity and intersectionality theories. Results: The findings reveal that inclusive diversity management fosters innovation, employee engagement, and adaptability. Key enablers include psychological safety, inclusive leadership, and cultural awareness. In contrast, poor diversity management may lead to conflict, reduced productivity, and exclusion. External and internal moderating factors – such as market conditions and leadership styles – were also identified as critical influences. Conclusion: When aligned with strategic goals and supported by inclusive practices, diversity becomes a catalyst for innovation. However, to fully harness its benefits, organisations must adopt a nuanced, context-specific approach that transforms diversity from a symbolic initiative into a measurable and sustainable advantage.

The Influence of TikTok Social Media Addiction on Psychological Well Being among University Students

2024-05-21T05:39:58+00:00

The widespread use of social media platforms, particularly TikTok, has raised growing concerns about their psychological effects on young adults. In the context of university students in Indonesia's Jabodetabek region (Jakarta, Bogor, Depok, Tangerang, and Bekasi), this study explores the relationship between TikTok addiction and psychological well-being. Using purposive non-probability sampling, data were collected from 166 respondents and assessed through the Bergen Social Media Addiction Scale (BSMAS) and Ryff’s Psychological Well-being Scale (RPWBS). Statistical analysis via linear regression revealed a significant negative correlation (r = -0.372, p < 0.001), indicating that higher levels of TikTok addiction are associated with lower psychological well-being. The model accounted for 13.8% of the variance in well-being scores. These findings underscore the psychological risks linked to excessive social media use and highlight the importance of fostering digital awareness and balance among students in the emerging adulthood phase.