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Comparing face-to-face and technology-based training to evaluate its perceived effectiveness in improving employee performance
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)For several decades, the ideal and preferred traditional training delivery in organisations mainly comprised in-person, face-to-face training, and engagement. The twenty-first century introduced the Fourth Industrial ... -
The perceived influence of digitalisation and digital transformation of the human capital function on employees’ engagement levels and intention to quit within a large retail corporation in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2024)This study was motivated by the need for enquiry into the perception of employees operating within a fast-paced retail environment and having to navigate the complexity of a digitalised Human Capital Function. Employees ... -
A study to determine which human resource management practices add the most value for small, medium, and micro enterprises (smmes) in South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) are a significant source of employment and important drivers of economic growth. South Africa has alarmingly high unemployment and poverty rates, and it is thus vital to encourage ... -
The role of self-efficacy, perceived social support and the risk perception on entrepreneurial intent on nascent entrepreneurs
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Entrepreneurship is important for new business creation and is a means to generating employment and increase the dynamism of any economy. This study was aimed at understanding how to unlock entrepreneurial capabilities to ... -
An investigation into the perceived impact of artificial intelligence on recruitment and selection practices of HR professionals within the retail sector in the Western Cape.
(University of the Western Cape, 2024)The evolution of digital technology has a significant impact on every individual. One of these digital technologies that is currently changing the landscape in various industries is Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI can ... -
A human capital management framework for attracting and retaining post-millennial employees within selected financial service institutions in Gauteng.
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Millennials and Gen Z form quite a substantial generational demographics in both the developed as well as emerging economies. Together, these cohorts of millennials and Gen Z, are transforming the workplace norms and the ... -
The development and empirical evaluation of a model of innovation in selected automotive organisations
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)Psychological facets for innovation in automotive organisations received little or no attention from previous researchers. The current study was therefore motivated by the need to establish psychological factors and how ... -
Exploring perceptions of fun in a hybrid working environment: A segmental inquiry of generational cohorts
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)The Covid-19 pandemic accelerated a trend that was already gaining momentum, namely a multigenerational workforce working in hybrid conditions. Therefore, the primary objective of this study is to explore the impact of fun ... -
A Grounded theory of ways in which flexible working arrangements are understood to foster flourishing in the workplace: The experience of employees at the corporate offices of a private South African hospital group
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)This study envisioned providing a substantive theory to explain employees’ flourishing in the workplace through the implementation and experience of flexible working arrangements. In so doing it aimed to contribute to the ... -
An examination of the use of social media platforms in formal organisational communication at a selected university in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Within modern society, social media has become an important channel through which communication can be facilitated. Social networks can be maintained even in geographically dispersed contexts. The COVID-19 pandemic has ... -
Understanding organisational culture: validating an organisational culture assessment tool
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)For decades, social science scholars have sought one, all-encompassing framework with which to describe and measure organisational culture. Recently, this search led one particular government institution to create its own ... -
The cross cultural comparability of the occupational personality profile
(University of the Western Cape, 2005)Psychological testing in South Africa has been placed under the spotlight since the inception of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, which consequently has a significant bearing on employment testing in organisations. ... -
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 ... -
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. ... -
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 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 ... -
Life-skills curriculum for high schools: its effectiveness in AIDS education
(University of the Western Cape, 2006)According to Page, Ebersohn and Rogan (2006) South Africa has one of the highest numbers of HIV positive citizens compared to other countries. Furthermore, epidemiological studies conducted by Pettifor, Reed, Steffenson, ... -
The influence of transformational Leadership, organizational culture, and personality on employee resistance to change within a manufacturing organization in Cape Town
(University of the Western Cape, 2023)Various reasons exist as to why change initiatives in organizations fail. Some research studies indicate that 60-70% of planned change initiatives fail due to performance not meeting the required expectations or plans not ... -
Evaluation of a psychological capital intervention aimed at improving flourishing of first year students at a selected university in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)This study evaluates whether psychological capital can improve the flourishing of first-year students at a selected university in the Western Cape. The problem is that recently many students entering South African universities ... -
Understanding the influence of community support on academic readiness and academic success of undergraduate students at a selected university in the Western Cape
(University of the Western Cape, 2022)There are several complex changes and challenges that Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) worldwide face, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Students faced challenges and obstacles, worked under pressure, and failed to achieve ...
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