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Determinants of private fixed investment in South Africa
(North-West University (South Africa), Mafikeng Campus, 2017)This study investigates determinants of private fixed investment in South Africa using macroeconomic time series quarterly data from 1994 – 2015. The determinants of private fixed investment on this study include gross ... -
An assessment of brand Zimbabwe's competitiveness and attractiveness as a tourism destination
(North-West University, 2018)The global tourism market is characterised by growing competition. Tourism destinations are competing for tourism arrivals and investments. Therefore, creating competitive and attractive destinations has been paramount in ... -
Investigating the corporate social responsibility of SMMEs in Middelburg, Mpumalanga
(North-West University, 2018)The purpose of this study was to investigate the perception of small, medium and micro-sized enterprises (SMMEs) regarding social corporate responsibility in Middelburg, Mpumalanga-South Africa. It is expected that the ... -
Gender parity in Gauteng district municipalities: the influence on female organisational commitment
(North-West University, 2018)Due to South Africa's history, many individuals, mostly women, are disenfranchised and marginalised. Stereotyping, patriarchy, bias, and inequality are deeply entrenched in our society and cultures. Despite remedial and ... -
Examining the weak form of the efficient market hypothesis in certain commodity price movements
(North-West University, 2018)Investors continuously seek opportunities to obtain major returns when participating in the market. This is done by optimising trading strategies and effectively diversifying investment portfolios. Comprehensive market ... -
Investigating the antecedents and consequences of vehicle buyers' brand attachment behaviour
(North-West University, 2018)The South African automotive industry is faced with the challenge of consumers losing confidence in their vehicle brands and becoming detached from the industry. The present tumultuous economic climate in South Africa, the ... -
Exploring emerging engineering professionals' perspectives on job expectations
(North-West University, 2018)This research study is founded on previous research on the engineering industry in South Africa. Current statistics indicate that for every 2,012 individuals in South Africa, only one has pursued an engineering profession. ... -
A critical assessment of Africa's growth potential as a global competitive tourism role-player
(North-West University, 2018)The rationale for undertaking this study is supported by the tourism figures of Africa. Concerning inbound tourism arrivals, Africa holds a meagre five percent share globally. Intra-African tourism is prominent but within ... -
The impact of a restructuring process on employee morale at a private security company
(North-West University, 2018)This study was conducted because a private security company underwent a restructuring process due to a change in Managing Director in 2016. The company represented is one of the largest private security companies in the ... -
The relationship between psychological capital, eudaimonic well-being and work engagement
(North-West University, 2018)Orientation: The struggle for survival in the mining industry is intense and a competitive advantage can be obtained by having employees who are engaged in their work. Research purpose: To conceptualise the relationship ... -
'n Ondersoek na die aankoopfunksie van sekuriteitsondernemings in Gauteng
(North-West University, 2018)Globalisering van wêreldhandel is seker een van die belangrikste faktore wat die groei van aankope beïnvloed. Verder veroorsaak globale mededinging dat ondernemings met wêreldklas leweransiers moet meeding, met betrekking ... -
A comparative analysis of port selection in Southern Africa
(North-West University, 2018)In 2015, the estimated volume of world seaborne trade accounted for over 80 per cent of total world merchandise trade. In addition, containerised cargo has increased more than tenfold since 1985 (UNCTAD, 2016:6-7). Even ... -
Analysing the determinants of concentration in the South African manufacturing industry
(North-West University, 2018)Seller concentration in the South African economy regularly appears in the news. In recent years, the impact of industry concentration in South Africa has not been given the necessary attention it deserves. The purpose of ... -
An assessment of loyalty towards temporary employment services in the South African metal and engineering industry
(North-West University, 2018)The economic environment in which firms operate is especially challenging in South Africa (Statistics South Africa, 2016:1), which only exacerbates the necessity of government to cultivate an appealing and supportive ... -
The effect of employee attitude on brand value in a selected agricultural business
(North-West University, 2018)Substantial research had already been undertaken in terms of the effect of employee attitude or behaviour on things like brand identity, customer satisfaction, customer perceptions et cetera. Past research on the effect ... -
A comparison of traditional versus modern media on the formation of South Africa's image as tourism destination
(North-West University, 2018)The tourism industry has become one of the major industries in the world and is one of the key economic sectors for many developing countries such as South Africa. A variety of factors influence the growth of tourism, ... -
A critical analysis of selected interviewing techniques in commercial forensic investigations in South Africa
(North-West University, 2018)With the increase in economic crime globally, the role of the Commercial Forensic Practitioner (FP) is becoming increasingly important since this person can assist in the detection, investigation and prevention of economic ... -
The effect of different visual variables and images on the reaction of a general target market
(North-West University, 2018)The unmanageable amounts of marketing information consumers are exposed to - also known as marketing clutter - are identified as one of the major problems that the modern marketing specialist faces on a daily basis. The ... -
Investigating the challenges faced by Short Learning Programme support staff at a selected tertiary institution
(North-West University, 2018)Universities are under rising pressure from the South African government to limit increasing tuition fees. Driven by external prospects for economic development as well as increased internal demands to generate more income, ... -
Assessing the management of TVET Colleges in the development of technical skills in the North West Province
(North-West University, 2018)South Africa's problem of a high unemployment emanates from the poor educational outcomes; the government has formulated a strategy through the National Development Plan to address the skills shortage in the country. ...
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