Resource Based View A question summarizing RBV approach. Definition The resource-based view (RBV) is a model that sees resources as key to superior firm performance. If a resource exhibits VRIO attributes, the resource enables the firm to gain and sustain competitive advantage.[1] What is a resource based view? RBV is an approach to achievingcompetitive advantage that emerged in 1980s and 1990s, after the major works published by Wernerfelt, B. (“The Resource-Based View of the Firm”), Prahalad
Words: 13089 - Pages: 53
Department of Development Studies, Midlands State University, Zimbabwe. E-mail: matunhuj@msu.ac.zw. Accepted 6 April, 2011 The way states and development specialists rationalize how to commit economic resources to development is influenced, to a greater extent by their level of persuasion towards specific development theories. The discourse assesses the influence of modernization and dependency theories on Africa’s development. The conclusion is that both theories have failed to help develop Africa
Words: 6577 - Pages: 27
Table of Contents Abstract INTRODUCTION: * Rationale * Problem Statement * Main Purpose of Study ……………………………………………………………. * General objectives * Specific Objectives * Hypothesis/Research Questions LITERATURE REVIEW AND THEORETICAL CONSIDERATIONS................... METHODOLOGY/RESEARCH DESIGN * Scope and Limitations …………………………………………………………….. * Procedures * Data Sources * Budget......................................................
Words: 5737 - Pages: 23
study is aimed at establishing the relationship between Gender relations and Divorce such that possible approaches are sought to mitigate them. The study set out to assess the sex-differentiated impact of divorce, which are normally part of family life. These include changes in residences by children to accommodate changes in their relationships with their parents, changes in parental employment, remarriage, and stepfamily formation still; most children suffer from declining father. The study
Words: 14799 - Pages: 60
STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT – HRM 3138 LECTURE NOTES 2AGEM Strategic management deals with the managerial aspect of strategy. A number of concepts that are often confused will have to be considered, namely, strategic decisions, strategy, and strategic management. 1. Strategic Decisions These are the decisions that affect the long-term well-being of the organisation. Such decisions involve major resource commitments and are difficult to reverse, implying a long-term commitment. Decisions
Words: 29875 - Pages: 120
The Definition of Employee Communication Communication is often defined as the sharing of information, feelings and ideas. In the business world, exchanging information is essential for your company's success, and there are many different avenues available to communicate with your employees and customers. With the advent of social media, the number of communication options has exploded. You can share among your employees almost instantaneously. As the speed of communication accelerates, your challenges
Words: 7560 - Pages: 31
Centre for Economic Policy Research Center for Economic Studies Maison des Sciences de l'Homme Alternative Systems of Health Care Provision Author(s): Timothy Besley, Miguel Gouveia and Jacques Drèze Reviewed work(s): Source: Economic Policy, Vol. 9, No. 19 (Oct., 1994), pp. 199-258 Published by: Wiley on behalf of the Centre for Economic Policy Research, Center for Economic Studies, and the Maison des Sciences de l'Homme Stable URL: http://www.jstor.org/stable/1344496 . Accessed: 24/12/2012 16:11
Words: 27182 - Pages: 109
CONTROLLING HEALTH CARE COSTS WHILE PROMOTING THE BEST POSSIBLE HEALTH OUTCOMES American College of Physicians A White Paper 2009 Controlling Health Care Costs While Promoting the Best Possible Health Outcomes Summary of Position Paper Approved by the ACP Board of Regents, September 2009 What are the Major Drivers of Health Care Costs? Major drivers of health care costs include: inappropriate utilization especially of advanced medical technology, lack of patient involvement in decision-making
Words: 26901 - Pages: 108
Express Trusts – How do they work? LAW351 Equity & Trusts, Week 12 Friday Agenda Today * Trustees’ Powers * Trustees’ Rights * Beneficiaries’ Rights * Remedies for Breach of Trust Trustees Powers * The trustee has the powers conferred upon him in the trust instrument. If any * First in the instrument then look at the act(statute), if that fails you go to the court and seek a court order Statutory Trustees’ Powers * In addition to these, trustees have
Words: 9805 - Pages: 40
hr interview 1. ORGANISATIONAL BEHAVIOUR 1. How can you motivate people/ employees? These days you have a diversified work force. What motivates one individual may not motivate the other. To motivate your employees you have to understand them. You can motivate them through employee recognition programs, employee involvement programs, skill based pay programs, give monetary and non- monetary rewards, provide good work environment, flexibility. 2. Which techniques you use to motivate
Words: 15317 - Pages: 62
