Conference Proceedings 2015http://library2.smu.ca/xmlui/handle/01/288522024-03-29T11:56:22Z2024-03-29T11:56:22ZCultural predictions of entrepreneurial orientation and the moderating role of entrepreneurial competencies on graduate entrepreneurial intentions: a cross sectional survey of Ugandahttp://library2.smu.ca/xmlui/handle/01/288882019-07-16T19:31:33Z2015-01-01T00:00:00ZCultural predictions of entrepreneurial orientation and the moderating role of entrepreneurial competencies on graduate entrepreneurial intentions: a cross sectional survey of Uganda
This study seeks to establish whether the low graduate start- up in this country is attributed to variability in cultural perception of risk and proactiveness, (entrepreneurial orientation), and the extent to which entrepreneurial competencies (knowledge) moderate the relationship between entrepreneurial orientation on one hand and entrepreneurial intentions on the other
2015-01-01T00:00:00ZDifferences in student job attribute preferences for SMEs and MNCs in Ugandahttp://library2.smu.ca/xmlui/handle/01/288872019-07-17T14:38:12Z2015-01-01T00:00:00ZDifferences in student job attribute preferences for SMEs and MNCs in Uganda
Increasing graduate employment in SMEs is a challenge in many sub-Saharan countries. This study analyzes career prospects of undergraduates in Uganda by establishing which job attributes predict overall attraction to SMEs and MNCs by gender. The study utilized a systematic sample of under graduates to rate 17 job attributes. SMEs are rated poorly on all attributes compared to MNCs.
2015-01-01T00:00:00ZLeadership’s effects on employee well-being: synthesizing the qualitative evidencehttp://library2.smu.ca/xmlui/handle/01/288862019-07-17T15:00:26Z2015-01-01T00:00:00ZLeadership’s effects on employee well-being: synthesizing the qualitative evidence
The scholarly literature related to leadership and well-being has involved relatively few qualitative studies. We sought to synthesize current qualitative literature relating to leadership’s effects on employee well-being in order to broaden our understanding of leadership and well-being, as well as compare the qualitative and quantitative approaches to this important topic.
2015-01-01T00:00:00ZPolitically-connected directors: a Canadian perspective on ex-politicians and former government officials joining corporate boards of directorshttp://library2.smu.ca/xmlui/handle/01/288852019-07-17T15:18:58Z2015-01-01T00:00:00ZPolitically-connected directors: a Canadian perspective on ex-politicians and former government officials joining corporate boards of directors
We surveyed Canadian board members about the motives, disincentives and selection criteria for nominating an ex-politician or former government official to a corporate board. Using resource dependence theory, we found that the anticipated benefits from the literature were not as fully expected by our survey sample. Compared to the majority of studies in our field, our use of the Canadian context, director surveys and resource dependence theory represents a novel approach to the topic.
2015-01-01T00:00:00ZInformation technology infrastructure support for omnichannel retailinghttp://library2.smu.ca/xmlui/handle/01/288842019-07-17T15:38:00Z2015-01-01T00:00:00ZInformation technology infrastructure support for omnichannel retailing
This paper features a description of the information technology (IT) support for omnichannel retailing. The retailing industry is facing the newfound customer demand for a unified experience in buying from various sales channels. Top retailers are modeling how to make this transition using innovative technologies for the “front-end” customer experience and “back-end” order management.
2015-01-01T00:00:00ZSocial entrepreneurship education in Canada: passion and practicehttp://library2.smu.ca/xmlui/handle/01/288832019-07-17T16:39:48Z2015-01-01T00:00:00ZSocial entrepreneurship education in Canada: passion and practice
Social entrepreneurship education still is a fairly young area of interest within the field of entrepreneurship education, but is growing rapidly in terms of research and practice. Frameworks for analysis and development of respective curricular approaches and courses have recently been suggested to support the further development of the field. Applying those frameworks to the analysis of respective syllabi at various Canadian universities may result in a comparative discussion of practices and passionate development of well-designed and learner-centered courses. In this paper, we contextualize social entrepreneurship education by reviewing how the literature has addressed important terms, concepts, and issues. Next, we present and discuss relevant frameworks that have proven to be of benefit to the analysis of educational approaches. Finally, we use one of these frameworks to analyze social entrepreneurship syllabi at Canadian universities (Fornaciari & Lund Dean, 2014).
2015-01-01T00:00:00ZLes facteurs de succès chez les PME Canadiennes: comparaison hommes – femmeshttp://library2.smu.ca/xmlui/handle/01/288822019-07-17T17:21:50Z2015-01-01T00:00:00ZLes facteurs de succès chez les PME Canadiennes: comparaison hommes – femmes
Cette étude tente de mieux comprendre la problématique entourant la performance économique des petites entreprises par l’étude des facteurs de succès. À cet effet, les facteurs desuccès des répondants de l’échantillon ont été identifiés afin d’en ressortir les plus importants et de voir s’il y avait des différences selon le genre. Une analyse factorielle fut aussi effectuée afin de regrouper les variables individuelles dans des groupes plus limités. Les résultats des analyses révèlent plus de similarités que de différences dans les facteurs de succès privilégiés par les répondants de l’étude en comparaison avec les études répertoriées sur le sujet. Le même constat peut être observé dans les résultats entre les hommes et les femmes.
2015-01-01T00:00:00ZReimagining the breadwinner: masculinity, femininity, and the construction of gender roleshttp://library2.smu.ca/xmlui/handle/01/288812019-07-17T17:34:46Z2015-01-01T00:00:00ZReimagining the breadwinner: masculinity, femininity, and the construction of gender roles
This paper examines the gendered experiences of married couples where the wife is the primary breadwinner. We draw on in-depth interviews of heterosexual couples, analyze responses separately, and blend elements of autoenthography throughout our analysis. Data collected demonstrates reimagined gender roles at work and home.
2015-01-01T00:00:00ZCompetitive moves: the influence of industry context and individual cognitive factorshttp://library2.smu.ca/xmlui/handle/01/288802019-07-18T16:38:18Z2015-01-01T00:00:00ZCompetitive moves: the influence of industry context and individual cognitive factors
Businesses compete in markets and choose disparate strategies. We argue that speed and intensity of competitive activities are contingent on entrepreneurs’ perceptions of the environment and their cognitive biases. We conducted a two-by-two within-subjects design experiment to test our hypotheses with a sample of service industry professionals.
2015-01-01T00:00:00ZResearch in progress case study: Local Source Catering, Market & Bakeryhttp://library2.smu.ca/xmlui/handle/01/288792019-07-18T17:40:24Z2015-01-01T00:00:00ZResearch in progress case study: Local Source Catering, Market & Bakery
Local Source Catering, Market & Bakery is a Halifax-based business that is committed to food – where it comes from, how it is grown or raised, and how farmers are compensated for their work. Local Source partners with producers throughout the province to bring healthy, local food options to urban consumers. The philosophy underlying the business is to contribute to a vibrant economy, reduce the environmental impacts of transporting food, and to connect consumers to a culture of healthy, real food. The case study will employ interviews with key stakeholders, document analysis, and participant observation to collect data and develop a decision-making case intended for students in commerce classes such as Entrepreneurship Theory and Concepts, Strategic Management, Small Business Performance Improvement, and Family Business. The decision point that students may focus on will track the expansion and growth of Local Source by creating a systems level approach to map and coordinate regional food distribution. The Local Source Network will be both a software tool and management information system to support a coordinated distribution effort of local food within the regional food system. The proposed expansion aims to benefit farmers, consumers, the economy, the environment and the organization. Students may discuss the areas of potential benefit for the various stakeholders and also determine if the organization is in a position to commit to the proposed expansion and commit the resources necessary to grow the business.
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