Academic independent directors in China: factors influencing career decision-making

Dai, Lu; Li, Pingli; Baruch, Yehuda; Song, Lynda Jiwen

doi:10.1108/cdi-11-2021-0288

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“…In reality, good academic grades are required for good jobs such as medical doctor, computer science, engineering, etc. Furthermore, other research has shown that academic achievement has an impact on students' career choices (Kocak et al, 2021;Lu et al, 2022;Osuizugbo et al, 2022;Ulas-Kilic et al, 2020). The present study tends to find out that academic performance has a relationship with career decisionmaking.…”

Section: The Effect Of Academic Reason On Career Decisionmentioning

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Academic performance, family support, interest and career decision among undergraduate students in Nigeria

Yunusa

Ibrahim

Mainagge

et al. 2022

JEMIN

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Studies in the five recent years have shown that more than half of Nigerian undergraduate students changed their study programs and career decisions. Notwithstanding this fact, lack of research addresses factors that affect the Nigerian undergraduate students made such a decision. Therefore, the present study aims to explore the influence of academic performance, family support, and interest on career decision of undergraduate students in Jigawa state Nigeria. A set of questionnaires was utilized as an instrument to collect the data from a total of 373 Nigerian undergraduate students. Drawing on correlational study using structural equation modelling approach, this study revealed that academic reason (t=3.452; β=0.191; P=0.001) and family support (t=4.554; β=0.234; P=0.000) have statistically significant correlation with career decision making of the students. On the contrary, interest was empirically proven to not have a significant relationship with the career decision making (t=0.899; β=-.056; P=0.369). Thus, it is concluded that academic reason and family support play more crucial role in determining the career decision of undergraduate students in Nigeria than their interest abilities. This study provides implication for Nigerian government and non-government organizations to massively educate parents and families so that they can encourage their children’s career paths and support their career choices.

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Section: The Effect Of Academic Reason On Career Decisionmentioning

confidence: 52%

Academic performance, family support, interest and career decision among undergraduate students in Nigeria

Yunusa

Ibrahim

Mainagge

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JEMIN

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Developing employee motivation index: McClelland and Maqasid Shariah

Abdullah,

Md Zain,

Tajuddin

et al. 2023

JIABR

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Purpose Many scholars have primarily disregarded employee motivation in the context of Western and Islamic ideas. To better understand employee motivation, this paper aims to explore a novel approach of fusing McClelland’s needs theory (i.e. achievement, power and affiliation) with Maqasid Shariah. Design/methodology/approach This study adopts a theoretical research design. There will be a thorough literature study of McClelland’s theory, Maqasid Shariah, and employee motivation. Qualitative content analysis is used to examine and compile pertinent ideas. To give a thorough framework for comprehending employee motivation from both Western and Islamic ethical viewpoints, McClelland’s theory and Maqasid Shariah are integrated. Findings This paper has conceptualized the integration of Maqasid Shariah’s five requirements with McClelland’s need theory. It is suggested that Maqasid Shariah and McClelland’s need theory be combined to understand employee motivation. For employees, the integration of McClelland’s need theory and Maqasid Shariah entails developing a work environment that attends to their many needs, is consistent with Islamic principles, encourages justice and equity, supports both professional and personal development and promotes social responsibility. By combining McClelland’s need theory and Maqasid Shariah, 15 propositions are developed to explain employee motivation. The study offers a measurement index to explain employee motivation based on the two theories. Research limitations/implications The integration of McClelland’s theory of need and Maqasid Shariah offers expected positive implications. By considering the cultural and religious context in Islamic societies, researchers can adopt a more sensitive approach to studying motivation. This blend provides a holistic understanding of motivation, incorporating individual needs and broader ethical dimensions. Studies may explore the impact on prosocial behavior, organizational values, leadership practices and employee well-being. Understanding the alignment between personal motives and ethical principles can benefit organizations in diverse workplaces, emphasizing long-term sustainability and fostering employee engagement and commitment. Practical implications The integration of McClelland’s theory and Maqasid Shariah shows the potential implications to increase employee motivation. This study contributes significantly to Maqasid Shariah theory in business research by guiding ethical decision-making aligned with Islamic values, fostering inclusive workplaces and offering strategies for boosting employee morale. It emphasizes ethical practices, legal compliance and community engagement, while also encouraging sustainable business models that consider societal well-being and the environment. Originality/value This paper provides its unique value by being among the first to integrate McClelland’s theory and Maqasid Shariah and providing an innovative approach in developing a new measurement index in the context of employee motivation.

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Do the unusual resignations of independent directors affect auditors’ professional judgment?

Zhang,

2024

PLoS ONE

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In Kangmei’s first trial judgment, where the independent directors faced significant joint and several liabilities, it triggered a "wave" of resignations among independent directors of listed companies. Auditors auditing financial reports of these companies might consider this a significant signal, raising the question: does this signal influence their professional judgment? The study examines the relationship between the resignation of independent directors and auditors’ professional judgment in A-share listed companies, following Kangmei’s initial trial. This examination is conducted across three dimensions: audit pricing, audit input, and audit opinion.The findings indicate that the unusual resignations of independent directors prompt uditors to pay increased attention to the risk of material misstatements by clients, primarily reflected in audit pricing. However, these resignations do not significantly impact audit input or the judgment of audit opinions. Furthermore, this research enriches the existing literature on audit pricing and the role of independent directors, while also unveiling the specific pathways through which the departure of independent directors impacts auditors’ professional judgment.

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Academic independent directors in China: factors influencing career decision-making

Cited by 5 publications

References 106 publications

Academic performance, family support, interest and career decision among undergraduate students in Nigeria

Academic performance, family support, interest and career decision among undergraduate students in Nigeria

Developing employee motivation index: McClelland and Maqasid Shariah

Do the unusual resignations of independent directors affect auditors’ professional judgment?

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