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The continuance use intention of mobile shopping applications: the role of experiential value
(University of the Free State, 2021-12)Globally and locally, the uptake of smartphones and mobile devices continues to increase, all of which can support business-to-consumer electronic commerce transactions. Consequently, mobile shopping applications (m-shopping ... -
Employee perceptions of share ownership schemes: an empirical study
(University of the Free State, 2000-01)All South Africans need to share a common vision. Constructing a common vision is not an easy task but is certainly worth the try. One aspect could be to persuade people to take risks by encouraging them not to be frightened ... -
Customer's perceptions of business units within an agricultural business in South Africa
(University of the Free State, 2011-11)English: The benefits that customer relationship management bring forth are critical factors such as customer satisfaction and loyalty Customer satisfaction is a well-researched subject in Management and has been referred ... -
Challenges faced by urban Zimbabwean women entrepreneurs
(University of the Free State, 2011-11)The primary objective of this study was to investigate the challenges that urban Zimbabwean women entrepreneurs face. The study was motivated by the theoretical findings that women have always been discriminated against ... -
Real-time strategy implementation in the electricity industry
(University of the Free State, 2002-05)English: This study focuses on the electricity industry with specific reference to the manner in which organisations in the industry implement strategic plans. The electricity industry was chosen in particular as ... -
The impact of the South African business enviroment on the availability of debt finance to new small and medium enterprises
(University of the Free State, 2010-07)South Africa suffers from high unemployment with an official estimate of approximately 24.5% of the economically active population unemployed (Statistics South Africa, 2009). In addition, the country experiences high ... -
An evaluation of support institutions in enhancing the commercialisation process
(University of the Free State, 2015-07)English: This research study was necessitated by the fact that entrepreneurs and the products and services they successfully commercialise are vital to the economy of any country, but given the high official unemployment ... -
The role of cultural diversity in brand management success in the South African cellular industry
(University of the Free State, 2009)The focus of this study was on cultural diversity and its possible impact on brand management in the cellular industry. The study showed that cultural diversity, as one of the important aspects in the consumer’s environment, ... -
Mean variance optimisation, stochastic simulation modelling and passive formula strategies for equity investments
(University of the Free State, 2004-11)The research is a quantitative study that formulates an approach to future portfolio asset allocations within the South African domestic equity market, and the diversification of assets across global markets, specifically ... -
Strategic marketing planning for radio stations in Lesotho
(University of the Free State, 2007-11)This research study advocates that radio stations in Lesotho should make full use of the benefits offered by marketing both as a philosophy and a business function. The research study also recommends that the radio stations ... -
A portfolio approach to improving market and credit risk management
(University of the Free State, 2011-12-15)English: The credit crisis (which began in August 2008) has affected almost every segment of the international financial system. Credit has been severely curtailed as banks struggle to contain further losses caused by ... -
Challenges faced by urban Zimbabwean women entrepreneurs
(University of the Free State, 2011-11)The primary objective of this study was to investigate the challenges that urban Zimbabwean women entrepreneurs face. The study was motivated by the theoretical findings that women have always been discriminated against ... -
A management model for a pharmaceutical contract research organization
(University of the Free State, 2004-05)English: Competitive success for a Contract Research Organization (CRO) entails unlimited process improvement to sustain excellence. Chapter One describes the generic business environment CROs operated in which customers ... -
Returns on initial public offerings (IPOs) on the Johannesburg Securities Exchange (JSE): success and failure patterns
(University of the Free State, 2013-07)Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) offer a fresh source of capital that is vital to the growth of the company and provides the company and existing shareholders a liquid market for their shares. An IPO renders investors an ...
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