ADVANCES IN BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT. VOLUME 6

ADVANCES IN BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT. VOLUME 6

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CONTENTS

PREFACE

Chapter 1: UNDERSTANDING ORGANISATIONAL WISDOM FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF LEARNING NETWORKS

Abstract

Key Terms and Definitions

Introduction

Background

The Importance of Learning Networks for Organizational Wisdom

Future Trends

Conclusion

References

Chapter 2: MAPPING BUSINESS MODEL COMPONENTS: RESULTS FROM AN EMPIRICAL RESEARCH

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Literature Review

3. Research Methodology

4. Data Collection

5. The NVivo Analysis: Results Discussion

Conclusion and Limitations

References

Chapter 3: CHINESE CORPORATE GOVERNANCE DEVELOPMENT: RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS AND THEIR GOVERNANCE

Abstract

1. Background

2. Corporate Governance Framework of Chinese Listed Firms

3. Related Party Transactions in Chinese Listed Firms

Conclusion

Appendix 1. Distribution by Industry of Chinese Listed Firms from 2007 to 2011

Appendix 2. Case Study on Wuliangye

References

Chapter 4: A NEW PERSPECTIVE ON CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN EMERGING MARKETS: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY OF FOREIGN RETAIL FIRMS IN CHINA

Abstract

Introduction

CSR: Conceptual Foundation and Limitation

CSR in Emerging Economy

Contextual Background

Theoretical Underpinnings

Drivers for a Preferential CSR Model

Empirical Findings

Conclusion

Acknowledgment

References

Chapter 5: MEASURING LATENT TRAITS IN E-COMMERCE WITH THE ITEM RESPONSE THEORY

Abstract

Introduction

Measuring Latent Traits

Item Response Theory

Application

Method

Results and Analyses

Conclusion

References

Chapter 6: UNDERSTANDING THE CONSUMER’S MEANING OF BRAND PROMISE: A QUALITATIVE INTERPRETIVE STUDY

Abstract

Introduction

Literature Review

Methodology

Research Findings

Discussion

Managerial Implications

References

Chapter 7: LARGE–SCALE TOURISM DEVELOPMENT: AN INVESTIGATION INTO THE LIKELY IMPACTS OF THE PROPOSED TRUMP GOLF SCOTLAND DEVELOPMENT

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Literature Review

3. Methodology

4. Results and Discussion

5. Conclusion

References

Chapter 8: A CLOSE LOOK TO CONSUMPTION IN DETERMINISTIC AND STOCHASTIC BUSINESS CYCLE MODELS

Abstract

1. Introduction

2. Dynamic Behavior of the System (8)

3. The Stochastic Model with White Noise. Mean Square Stability

4. The Stochastic Model with Colored Noise. Mean Square Stability

5. Statistical Linearization, Moment Equations

6. Numerical Simulation

7. Conclusion

References

INDEX