Faculty of Economics and Management Sciences
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The Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences has a strong focus in applied research and has a number of specialised research units including the Programme for Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS), the Entrepreneurship Development Unit (EDU), the Institute for Social Development (ISD), the African Centre for Citizenship and Democracy (ACCEDE) and the EMS Student Support and Research Unit (ESSRU).
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Localising and promoting decent work: Lessons from the decent work pilot project (dwpp) in the effutu and ajumako-enyan-essiam districts, Ghana
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Since adoption of the Post–2015 development agenda, strong proposals have been made calling for the recognition of local governments as main agents in delivering the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Although evidence ... -
Investigating participatory development in South Africa and Nigeria: A case study of Stellenbosch and Bwari municipalities
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)This qualitative case-study investigated the level of communities’ participation in developmental initiatives at the grassroots level in Stellenbosch and Bwari municipalities. This was carried out through the prism of the ... -
The role of information and communication technology in the operations of selected SMEs during the Covid-19 era in Cape Town, Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)The COVID-19 pandemic resulted in the disruption of business operations as countries locked down economies to restrict the spread of the virus. This qualitative study investigates the role played by information and ... -
Immigration and social cohesion: Examining lived experiences and relations between locals and immigrants in Philippi, South Africa (2008-2017)
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)It is essential that local authorities are aware of community needs and the required levels of service delivery in each geographic area in South Africa in order to facilitate quality of life for citizens. The focus of the ... -
Purification and biophysical properties of tomato spotted wilt virus
(University of the Western Cape, 1972)The virus etiology of tobacco wilt, a disease of tobacco known in South Africa since 1905, was determined. by Moore (1933). After establishing the relationship between this virus and its thrips vector, she realized that ... -
Public sector youth support services efficacy: a case study exploring neets youth perceptions and suggestions for improvement
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Every country has challenges with young people who contribute little or nothing to national development and the welfare of society. They are now referred to as NEETs, meaning that they are ‘not in education, employment or ... -
Provision of education in an abnormal society: Impact of gangsterism and violence in Cape Flat schools
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)The research focus on, understanding the impact of gangsterism and factors of violence on education within the Cape Flats schools. Security at schools is beginning to obtain consideration in South Africa as expressed in ... -
Customer loyalty programmes in South Africa: Past, present and future trajectories
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)The thesis examines customer attitudes towards Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) retail outlets. Customer attitudes are examined based on customer engagement, loyalty programmes, customer satisfaction and customer loyalty ... -
The nexus between knowledge management and enterprise resource planning in the National Youth Development Agency
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Organisations are investing significant capital in information systems that facilitate remote work and cloud networking. The preferred system is one that provides an organisation with all the tools required for information ... -
Stakeholder perceptions on the factors influencing corporate governance at the Greater Tzaneen Municipality, Limpopo Province, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Municipalities are mandated by the South African Constitution, enabling Acts of Parliament and legislated structures to deliver public services. Research highlights under-performance in service delivery at local and ... -
A Critical Analysis of the Influence of Social Innovation in Addressing Food (In)Security in the Context of Natural Disaster
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)The conventional top-down, command-and-control approach to disaster management and buffers implemented during times of crisis are often rendered unsustainable, as these strategies fail to encourage community resilience. ... -
A study to identify the key labour challenges faced within a community-based housing project
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)The main aim of the study is to identify specific labour challenges experienced in the implementation of a community-based housing project. The focus of this study is on the management and employees’ experience relating ... -
The glass ceiling effect in South African companies: An illusion or reality
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Despite the existence of advanced employment equity legislation that addresses inequalities and discrimination in South Africa, the glass ceiling still inhibits the advancement of women to top positions in both the private ... -
An exploratory study of the effectiveness of the critical reasoning test battery as a developmental selection tool: a case of a retail company
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Companies around the world strive to ensure that the best is employed to perform the jobs and tasks needed by them and therefore many companies use psychometric tests as a selection tool to aid their appointment decisions. ... -
Performance appraisals, employee satisfaction and organisational justice in the fast-moving consumer goods sector in Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)The performance appraisal supplies a good opportunity to formally recognize employees’ achievements and contributions to the organisation and to ensure that a clear link is proved and maintained between performance and ... -
Rethinking public participation in local government: A case study of Mossel Bay Municipality
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Public participation in local government has been identified as an important factor that can assist government to ensure adequate public service delivery. It offers government an opportunity to prioritise citizens in ... -
The perceived impact of effective compensation designs and personal values on employee commitment within different brands in an organization
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)An organization ultimately requires its employees to be committed and loyal. In order for organizations to keep up and increase their performance. It is preferable for organizations to have employees who are commitment to ... -
The development of online shopping behaviour during Covid-19, Cape Town, South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)The COVID-19 pandemic brought a change in the business environment across the globe since the start of 2020 which resulted in E-commerce becoming most considered and chosen form of purchasing. This research aim is to bring ... -
The impact of covid-19 on the self-perceived employability and career planning of commerce students at a selected university in South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Given how rapidly the world is changing daily, there is a great amount of pressure on higher education institutions to produce adequately skilled graduates in order to be employable. The overall objective of the study is ... -
Progression of women into senior leadership in the South African department of international relations and cooperation (dirco)
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)The post-1994 South African government promulgated legislation focusing on gender equality and the advancement of women in public and private institutions. This study examines the factors influencing women’s career progression ...
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