Financial Valuation of Nike - Cheong, Hio Fong (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Feasibility Analysis For an Academic Incubator at USJ - Cheong, Ieng (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The effectiveness of a Macau drug prevention program: a comparative Study - Cheung, Claudia (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Influence of parents and peers on stress and coping in Korean-born adolescents in Macau - Choi, Dong Jin (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

A conductor's guide to selected choral works by Tien-Hao Jan - Chu, Chun Wai (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Choral Conducting (MCC); University of Saint Joseph

The health related quality of life of coronary heart disease patients with and without percutaneous coronary intervention - Chu, Mei I. (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Reenquadrar percursos de formação o intérprete-tradutor em Macau: estudo de caso em contexto de trabalho - Costa, Manuela Rosa Franco Serpa Mendes da (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Gosto de matemática, mas... prefiro estudar direito: compreender a resistência das estudantes às áreas stem - Fernandes, Clara Isabel Raimundo (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Conflict resolution among adolescents in Macao - Fong, Kit Leng (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

A study of choral music activities in Singapore schools - Foong, Hak Luen (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Choral Conducting (MCC); University of Saint Joseph

Chew Store: a business plan - Ieong, Hio Na (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Top-down vs. Bottom-up Strategies in Macau Banking Sector - Ieong, Mei Sio (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Analysing Sands China Limited HR practices, discovering the challenges, issues and possible solutions - Im, Hoi Tek (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Responsible gambling among casino staff in Macau – a pilot study - Ip, Chi Hou (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

The influence of job satisfaction and coping strategy on turnover intention of employees in Macao - Kong, Wan Si (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Corporate social responsibility at Foxconn with particular regard to employee issues - Kuok, Sin Teng (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Anti-corruption policy and sunshine law coping with globalization: the declaration of assets and interests in the CCAC - Kuong, Cheok Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

Learning strategies and students adaptation to college: a mixed methods research in higher education institutions - Kwong, Ho Keung (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Performance management in the public sector: the case of Macau - Lai, Pou San (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

The relationship between effort/reward imbalance and happiness: a study of Macau residents - Lam, Hoi Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Academic disengagement in learning science among Macau secondary school students: looking at the taxonomy of science learning amotivation - Lam, Sok I. (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Valuation of Foot Locker, INC - Lam, Weng Ip (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Adaptive Reuse of Iec Long Firecracker Factory - Lao, Ka Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Evaluation of Bally Technology Limited - Lao, Sio Mei (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Academic support and belongingness and academic achievement mediated by academic motivation - Lao, Wai I. (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Road and traffic management in Macao challenges and way ahead - Lau, Kuai I. (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

Zechariah Goh Toh Chai's reminiscences of Hai Nan and in the bamboo forest: a conductor's perspective - Lee, Pei Khoon (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Choral Conducting (MCC); University of Saint Joseph

A proposal for a revitalization plan for camoes area in Macao and its surrounding community through a humanistic approach - Lei, Mei Kei (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of History & Heritage Studies (MHHS); University of Saint Joseph

The meaning of faith: an inquiry of the perceptions of evangelical Christians in Macau - Lei, Ut Neng (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Kindergarten teachers' perception of progressive education: a case study - Leong, Cheng I. (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Using cooperative learning in an English language classroom - Leong, Cheng In (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Relationship between depression, sleep quality and levels of physical activity in Macau adult population - Leong, Petra (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

The legal service of the Identification Services Bureau of Macao SAR: reforms and way ahead - Leong, Pui Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

In faithfulness to the original inspiration: spirituality of St. Magdalene of Canossa and its implementation in Canosslan education Hong Kong and Macau, 1860-2014 - Leong, Weng Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Medium: Leong Weng Man
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of History & Heritage Studies (MHHS); University of Saint Joseph

Heading for success in government services: a work report on the "Performance Pledge" program and the services of the Macao Immigration Department - Ling, Sio Kuan (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

Exploring the Development of Contemporary Hospice Care Orientation in the Light of a Confucian View of Life and Death - Liu, Weifeng (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations PhD in Religious Studies (D-RS); University of Saint Joseph

Fashion design in Macau: the local government's role in the development of culture and creative industries - Lo, Nei Ian (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

Business plan for a Franchised Kumon Center - Loi, Pou Lin (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Food safety in Macao :a review of the Civic and Municipal Affairs Bureau's Food Safety Centre - Lou, Kai Yin (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

Video Content Marketing in the Retail Sector: Implementation for Macau - Lourenço, Joana (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The effectiveness of Management Trainee (MT) programs in Macau's Hotel Sector - Ma, Cheok Mei (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Employee turnover and retention in hospitality industry: an exploratory study in Macau - Nantes, Belinda Fatima (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

優質睡眠與工作壓力對澳門博彩員工之相關性研究 = Quality of sleep and work-related stress among casino employees in Macau - Ng, Kuan Fun (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation of SJM Holdings Limited - Ng, Lin Kei (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The influence of bilateral trade agreements on mode of market entry choice of resources seeking Chinese firms operating in Nigeria - Olukayode, Iwaloye Ojo (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
In the past three decades there have being an increase in the number of Bilateral Trade Agreements (BTAs) globally. These agreements involve huge human and financial movements and are essentially based on trade and investment. This phenomenon has brought new dimension to global business environment by changing the landscape in whichfirms from emerging markets operate in another emerging market. In the light of this, this dissertation is to examine how bilateral trade agreementsprovisions influence choice of foreign market entry mode of resource seeking Chinese Multinational Enterprises operating in Nigeria. This study adopts a qualitative design, collecting data using semi-structured interviews. The data are analyzed with content analysis and explanation building to identify themes through application of replication logic. The data obtained from the interviews regarding the research questions are presented and discussed as major findings and adoptedfor the creation of the new model for the study of resources seeking firm’s choice of market entry modes in emerging markets The model developed in this dissertation makes a contribution to theory for the study of market entry modes of MNEs from developing countries entering another developing country. In this case, Chinese resources seeking multinational firms entering Nigeria. Elements of Dunning’s OLI theory, Resources Dependency Theory, and Institution theory extended for the purpose for the theory development process. This investigation also provides important information to assist state policy actors in their development of bilateral trade agreements between China and Nigeria. Implications for firms and their involvement in developing countries and with framework where bilateral trade agreements exist are also provided
Keywords: PhD in Business Administration (D-BA); Thesis and Dissertations; University of Saint Joseph

The work stress and well-being of casino hotel executives in Macau - Ong, Irene (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

The Walt Disney Company valuation "If you can dream it, you can do it" - Walt Disney - Pereira, Filipe Manuel Peixoto (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Pre-marital counseling: the experience of Chinese Christian couples in Macau - Pun, Oi Kuan (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Financial flows and currency exchange in Mainland China in the foreign investor perspective - Rodrigues, Nuno Miguel Vieira (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A business plan for a part-time job creation social enterprise aimed at helping the elderly - So, Hom Cheung (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The supply chain analysis of Kuong Kei Logistics - Sou, Tak Keong (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Mianzi: uncovering its roles in Chinese people's way of living - Tang, Junhui (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

The investigation and measures on overtime work in Macau casino and hotel industry: an example of a Macau casino-hotel - Tang, Si Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Exploratory study on the turnover of direct sellers in Macao: the case of NuSkin Macao - Tang, Weng In (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation of Ralph Lauren Corporation - Tse, Yin Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Emotional expressoins In Palestrina's Motets - Tsoi, Yuen Yan (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Choral Conducting (MCC); University of Saint Joseph

Feasibility analysis: Upper Floor Store and/or alternative locations for business operation in Macao - U, Hio Tong (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Contributions to the Macao's Social Security Fund: the Arbitrary System - Un, Ka Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

An exploratory study of consumer attitude and intention to redeem mobile coupons - Wong, Hang Wa (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The neglected heritage of the religious resources in Macao SAR: a feasibility study on developing religious tourism - Wong, Ka Lai (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of History & Heritage Studies (MHHS); University of Saint Joseph

The relationship between traditional Chinese beliefs and help seeking intention: a survey of elderly people in Macau - Wong, Ka Lok (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Feasibility analysis of operating the third wave speciality coffee Business in Macau - Wong, Ka Long (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Exploring the quality of life of Macau people with visual impairment - Wong, Ka Meng (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Reading policy and practice: an exploratory case study - Wong, Lai Ha (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Key success factors of the small and medium-sized enterprises (SMES) in Macao - Wong, Sio Kuan (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Correlation of emotional intelligence, sports emotions, and coping strategies among Chinese adolescents in Macau - Yuen, Po Shan (University of Saint Joseph, 2014)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Introducing new ventures in Macau traditional retail - Ao, Wan Meng (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Like a Tree Planted By Streams of Water :The Baptist Church Takes Root In Macao (John and Lilian Galloway 1908-1968) - Ballew, Robert Lawrence (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
In 2014 Macao Baptist Church celebrated it’s 110th anniversary. How did the Baptist church come to be established in the Portuguese, predominantly Catholic and Buddhist city of Macao? Through careful examination of letters and reports from the main protagonists, John Laurels and Lilian Reeves Todd Galloway, the process of establishing the Baptist church can be revealed and understood within the greater context of the Baptist missionary work in China. The Galloway’s work will be evaluated through a framework of missions eras presented by Dr. Ralph D. Winter. This work looks at the material in two major sections; first, the lives of the Galloways in Macao from 1908 to 1968, and second, the missionary methods of the Galloways over the same period. Using missiological methods of the Kingdom Mission era, the Galloways stood firmly in the Church Mission era focusing their efforts on Personal rather than Social Transformation efforts. Their work laid the foundation for a century of Baptist work in Macao by local Christians as well as foreign missionaries.
Keywords: Baptists; China Macau (Special Administrative Region); China–Macau (Special Administrative Region); Christianity; Church property; Education; Thesis and Dissertations PhD in Religious Studies (D-RS); University of Saint Joseph

A discussion on the group psychotherapy treatment for depressed individuals - Chan, Ka Chon (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

English learning strategies and strategy instruction: a mixed methods study of EFL students in higher education - Chan, Mei Lan (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
This thesis investigates the Language Learning Strategies (LLS) used by English as a Foreign Language (EFL) nursing students of higher education in Macao and the effectiveness related to students’ learning outcomes by Strategy Instruction (SI). To date there has been no literature in the area of SI among the Macao Chinese EFL higher education students on teaching all LLS groups, and on four main English skills to look at its effects on learning processes and outcomes at the same time, and this study starts to fill the gap. The research uses an embedded mixed methods research design in phase one and an embedded mixed methods quasi-experimental design in phase two. Phase one aimed to identify students’ LLS use. The findings revealed that students’ cognitive, metacognitive and compensatory strategies were used more than affective, memory-related and social strategies, and overall they used a medium to low level of LLS. In phase two, the effects of SI on students’ changes of LLS use, their proficiency and English learning processes were identified. After SI, students used LLS both more widely and frequently in all four main English skills. Most students’ motivation and self-confidence were enhanced. After SI the affective group of strategies in the treatment group statistically significantly improved, with a moderate effect size, from that of the comparison group. It was found that the widely used Strategy Inventory for Language Learning questionnaires by Oxford (1989c) had limited statistical power and some conceptual confusion. Recommendations are made for policy and practice of EFL instruction
Keywords: PhD in Education (D-SE); Thesis and Dissertations; University of Saint Joseph

Western Educated Young Entrepreneurs of Macao: An Exploratory Study - Chan, Weng Si (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Entrepreneurship; Religious aspects; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

How to create and develop a Choir in Chinese christian church of Macau - Chao, Chou (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Choral Conducting (MCC); University of Saint Joseph

A Review of the Macau's Judiciary Police: Opportunities and Challenges in the Wake of the 21st Century - Che, Ion Fong (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

Set up and testing a secure cloud - Cheang, Son I. (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Information Technology (MIT); University of Saint Joseph

The evolution and SWOT analysis of Macao's social security system - Chiang, Lidia (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

Luxury brand development in Macau - Chio, Lai Teng (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Implement performanace pledge in Macao government departments: a case of Macao IACM - Choi, Kuai Hong (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A business concept study for Macau's historic centre revitalization (The renovation of the central hotel as as example) - Cruz Vaz Pimentel, Mariana (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Gastronomy as a sub-sector of the creative industries: the case study of Macau - De Sousa, Carlos Humberto (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

GROKYA: a privacy-friendly framework for ubiquitous computer - Farinha, Daniel Filipe G. (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Information Technology (MIT); University of Saint Joseph

Financial challenges of small medium emterprises in China - Fok, Gerald (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

An Educological Analysis of Multisensory Instruction for Teaching Chinese: A Case Study Of Macao - Found, Andrew; Hwee, Chia Kok (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: China Macau (Special Administrative Region); Chinese language; Study and teaching

Educational leadership practices in East Timor Catholic schools: a case study - Gusmão, Domingos (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Preparatory gestures in choral-orchestral works - Ho, Cheok Ngai (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Choral Conducting (MCC); University of Saint Joseph

Macau as a wealth management hub for economic diversfication: a feasibilit study - Ho, Chi Hong (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Valuation of Las Vegas Sands - Ho, Chi Wa (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation of Starbucks corporation - Ho, Chon In (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Exploring attitudes concerning family size in Macau: a qualitative study - Ho, Nga Si (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation of Yahoo! Inc - Hong, Nga Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The lodging sector in Macau: uncompetitive budget accommodation - Iong, Kuok Un (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The tortuous route of the street hawkers in Macao: tales of persistence from the 1950’s to 2015 - Kam, Pui Han (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of History & Heritage Studies (MHHS); University of Saint Joseph

Exploratory study on perceptions of young adults about speed dating service in Macao - Kuong, Weng Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Dating services; Macau; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph; Young adults

The perception of psychological counseling services in Macau: the influence of the Chinese culture of "face" - Lai, Chi Shan (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Influence of Chinese legitimizing discourse on domestic violence in Macau: a preliminary study - Lam, Hang U. (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

Current practices of successful Hong Kong middle school choral directors in working with voice-changing boys - Lam, Hoi Yan (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Choral Conducting (MCC); University of Saint Joseph

Ear traning and the improvement intonation for the choir - Lam, Iok Teng (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Choral Conducting (MCC); University of Saint Joseph

An insight on University of Saint Joseph strategic management as part of Macao lifelong learning education system - Lam, Pui Ieng (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

Macau comparative study with intelligent cities - Lao, Ka Fun (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Valuation of Expedia, Inc - Lei, Lou Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Bowler plus: bowling ball feedback device - Leong, Chou Kin (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Information Technology (MIT); University of Saint Joseph

Valuation of Wynn resorts, limited - Leong, Teng Hon (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

As fronteiras do sentido num projeto educacional europeu:uma grounded theory - Lopes, Carlos Manuel de Brito Mariano de Vasconcelos (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Esta dissertação reporta uma investigação realizada com o objectivo de se compreender a persistente dificuldade de integração sentida no patamar transnacional de um projeto educacional europeu Comenius, de parceria entre escolas. A Grounded Theory foi a metodologia selecionada para orientar a recolha e análise de dados. Os dados empíricos primários foram extraídos de entrevistas abertas, não estruturadas, realizadas aos professores europeus envolvidos nas atividades do projeto. Identificou-se, como principal fator obstrutivo da unidade operacional a esse nível no projeto, a existência de significativas barreiras à comunicação entre os diferentes parceiros europeus, latentes, pouco compreensíveis, mas extraordinariamente operativas. Implicações do estudo e sugestões para esforços subsequentes visando evitar ou, pelo menos, contornar o mesmo tipo de problema, ou problemas similares, estão incluídas
Keywords: PhD in Education (D-SE); Thesis and Dissertations; University of Saint Joseph

Rethinking special administrative regions Chinese cultural identities and the role of social media: a case study of Macau - Lou, Lai Chu (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Hong Kong and Macau were politically reunified with Mainland China in 1997 and 1999, respectively. These two cities culturally originated from Mainland China, but due to their own colonial experiences, the Chinese cultural identities within Hong Kong, Macau, and Mainland China became different. The nature of Chinese cultural identities within Hong Kong and Macau were hybridized, and they have formed their own Chinese cultural identities with their own peculiarities. The Internet is a popular communication medium and it facilitates cultural communication inside and outside of these three places. The high-speed development of modern technology leads to the variety of services that emerge in the Internet, such as discussion forum, Blog, Facebook, Twitter, etc. These new and open spaces serve as a platform for ordinary people to express themselves in different ways. General observations in the Internet reveal that the discussion on Chinese cultural identity among Hong Kong, Macau, and Mainland China exists. The combination of self-identity and reconstruction of self-cultural identity are happening in these differently colonized places. Some local Chinese people in Macau, and Taiwanese in Taiwan, share this kind of experience as well. Meanings in different issues via different symbols are formed and they can be seen from the photos that circulate in the Internet using threads posted in Blogs or discussion forums. All these kinds of images or contexts become symbols of recognizable identities. Internet use, therefore, has facilitated the cultural communication between Hong Kong, Macau, Mainland China, and Taiwan. It has also intensified the enlightenment of Chinese cultural identity, showing and highlighting in effect the remnants of recognizable traits in these territories that were once colonized by different states. In essence, they may arguably have formed heterogeneous Chinese cultural identities. This study presents the uniqueness of the formation of Macau identity in comparison to Hong Kong, and how different it was from Hong Kong after the end of the colonial period. This ‘awakening process’, it is argued, provides a new perspective for understanding the attendant connotations and evaluations of cultural identities, and the different perspectives used to understand how the Internet is reshaping the social world. The reconstruction of cultural identity is a global issue and cultural hybridity is an essential element for reconstruction of self-cultural identity in the postcolonial period. This study employs postcolonial theory, along with observation, in-depth interview and online data collection and content analysis that were adapted during the course of the research, in order to discuss this phenomenon
Keywords: PhD in Global Studies (D-GLS); Thesis and Dissertations; University of Saint Joseph

Corporate social responsibility in Macau gaming industry - Madureira, Óscar Alberto Correia da Costa (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Gambling; Macau; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Using Collaborative learning and blended learning with Macau undergraduate students inside and outside university classroom - Monteiro, Elisa Pack Jon Fong Rendall (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
This thesis reports a mixed methods empirical research which included a university-wide survey and action research in form of a quasi-experiment in collaborative blended learning (CBL) with Macau undergraduate students. The intervention embodied the principles of social constructivism and investigated the putative benefits and challenges of CBL. The purpose of the study was to identify how to promote effective CBL in undergraduate students and to increase effective learning, motivation, autonomy, empowerment, and communication. It found that only small improvements to students’ CBL took place over time, and found that the students needed specific instruction, practice and development in how to collaborate, both with and without online learning. Despite being in a world-leading, enriched digital environment, the students were new to collaboration and online learning. Students discovered and appreciated the benefits and challenges to collaboration and CBL largely by doing it. The thesis shows that CBL does not release teachers from their instructional and pedagogical roles; rather they place teachers at the heart of effective practice and improvements. The study underpins the need for explicit training of students in CBL. It identifies several strategies and tools which can be useful to promote effective genuine CBL
Keywords: PhD in Education (D-SE); Thesis and Dissertations; University of Saint Joseph

A cultura nas abordagens comunicativas: análise de materiais didáticos em manuais de Português como língua estrangeira - Morais, David (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Determinants of social media shopping intention in Macao - Ng, Iok Mui (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Valuation of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc - Ng, Mei Wa (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The financial valuation study of McDonald's, Inc - Ng, Wai Lon (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Valuation of Ebay INC - Pong, Pou I. (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Hotel central, Macau leveraged buyout plan - Real, Sérgio Miguel Anacleto (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Work in the visual and performing arts - Rocco, Ron (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Design (MDG); University of Saint Joseph

Metodologias e estratégias no ensino de vocabulário da língua Portuguesa em duas escolas secundárias de Macau - Rosário, Isabel Dillon Lei Do (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Towards A New Professionalism For English Language Teachers In China : Changes In Beliefs And Attitudes, And Classroom Practice - Sansom, David William. (University of Saint Joseph,, 2015)
This doctoral dissertation focuses on teacher education in the context of experienced tertiary English language teachers in mainland China. It investigates the changes in teachers’ beliefs and attitudes, and in their classroom practice, that result from an external inservice education and training (INSET) course. It follows up subsequent change in teachers’ classroom practice, and in their beliefs and attitudes, in their teaching contexts one year after the INSET course. This dissertation presents a review of the literature in the field of second language teacher education, shifts in research paradigms in the field, and the characterisation of inservice teacher professional development. The nature of teachers’ beliefs and attitudes, and of teachers’ classroom practice, are synthesised from the literature, and are related to research on stages of innovations. Models of change (from beliefs and attitudes to classroom practice, as well as alternative pathways) are discussed, and a conceptualisation of the processes of teacher change in the context of innovations for experienced inservice teachers is proposed. The research presents a case study of one group of teachers attending an INSET course, and uses qualitative data collection, analysis and interpretation. Findings are discussed which provide insight and guidance for INSET provision in the context of experienced teachers, and which add to the research in the field of teacher education in the context of China. The findings suggest that in the complexity of INSET among individual teachers any one model of the process of teacher change may not be applicable, but rather that multiple possible models of change exist for each teacher—in beliefs and attitudes, and in classroom practice—and for each innovation. It is likely that each individual teacher experiences different change models for different innovations during the same INSET course. The significance and implications of the findings are discussed in relation to INSET provision, teacher change, and theories of teacher education and development, as well as the limits of the study, and future research areas suggested
Keywords: Attitudes; Beliefs; China; Classroom Practice; English Teachers; PhD in Education (D-SE); Professionalism; Thesis and Dissertations; University of Saint Joseph

Conception of a southern Portuguese wine: a fesibility analysis - Santos, João (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Developing Teledifusao de Macau (TDM) Issues and Prospects - Siew, Pek Leng (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation of Lenovo group limited - Sin, Si Weng (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Conceptual frameworks of big data generation for Macao - Sousa, Ana Paula Soares Batalha da Silva de (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Big data; Macau; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Diferenças étnico-culturais e expectativas académicas entre dolescentes Macaenses, Portugueses Europeus, Africanos e Chineses ultramarinos: estudo de caso em contexto escolar - Street, Maria Cristina Munhoz (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Feasibility study for a movie production setting in Macau - Tam, Pek Kei (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Gratitude interventions: the person-activity fit dimension - Todd, Philip (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Traditional Chinese medicine versus allopathic treatments: an economic feasiblity study - Videira, Mafalda Raquel da Silva (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A study on optimizing the heritage interpretation system in Macao S.A.R - Wong, Cheng Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of History & Heritage Studies (MHHS); University of Saint Joseph

Financial valuation of Campbell Soup Company - Wong, Chong Weng (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Macau consumers' attitudes toward mobile advertising - Wong, Iok Fong (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Re-conceptualising computer literacy teaching and learning using constructivist principles and peer-tutoring - Wong, Kin Ming (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Nowadays, many university students (in Macau) are required to attend computer literacy courses to develop their basic skill levels and knowledge as part of their literacy foundation requirements. To be effective, such courses, which are very staff intensive and require access to expensive equipment and software, necessitate high levels of individual teaching. Evidence gathered at two study sites during this research, strongly suggests that many students may not be benefiting sufficiently from their computer literacy courses. Teachers frequently complain about the weak IT skills of many course graduates. This research proposes an innovative model for designing and delivering computer literacy courses based on constructivist principles, using peer-tutoring and blended learning to increase cost effectiveness and to improve student outcomes. Central to the model being proposed is the training and deployment of former course graduates as peer instructors and assessors. Constructivist principles provide a conceptual framework to ensure that the curriculum content, teaching strategies, learning styles and assessment procedures are properly aligned and fully understood by both the instructors and students to achieve high quality learning outcomes. An action research approach was used during the pilot and trail phases of the research to monitor the implementation of the model and evaluate its effectiveness using mixed methods. The planned two–phase action evaluation used a questionnaire to investigate the effectiveness of knowledge and skill transfer to students, and tutors’ learning progress; in-depth semi-structured interviews were used to survey, interpret and evaluate students’ and tutors’ perceptions of the new teaching and learning approach. Most respondents had a Confucian Heritage Cultural Background. For the first time, the research provides new insights into ways in which Confucian Heritage Cultural factors, interact with constructive principles in developing peer-tutoring methods in a university setting inMacau, and more widely
Keywords: PhD in Education (D-SE); Thesis and Dissertations; University of Saint Joseph

Relationship marketing in retail banking in Macau - Wong, Kuai Leong (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Bank management; Macau; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Valuation of discovery communications - Wong, Mei Wan (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Business plan for a nursery education school - Wong, Weng Ian (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Exploratory study of management style change in Laos - Xian, Jia Xing (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A business valuation of Ford company - Zhang, An Qi (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The impact of retail industry of luxury fashion products in Macau's economy - Zhong, Shao Ling (University of Saint Joseph, 2015)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Migrant transnationalism and religious transformation: religious faith and practice among Filipino migrants (An Anthroplogical Approach Focusing on Macau) - Alabanza, Ian Shelley Sasha Pugal (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Religion and migration are both phenomena that have endured perennially in the experience of humanity. However, studies on the relationship of these two subjects are not as prevalent compared to how widespread international migration has become especially among people coming from religious societies. This work contributes to the knowledge base on the significance of religion within the context of international migration by looking at how religious faith and practice evolve as a result of the experience of migration. Interviews about the migration narratives of Filipino Catholics working in Macau were conducted. These were supported by data collected through the use of survey questionnaires that look into changes in religious practices of respondents as well as their attitudes towards faith and belief. The study has found that there is constancy in the religious faith and practice of Filipino Catholics even amidst external changes to the physical and social environment brought about by moving to a predominantly secular society. Through recourse to anthropological analysis, this immutability of faith is attributable to the unique ethnographic feature of Filipinos’ high regard for the centrality and importance of interiority in their life. Keywords: migration, immigrant religion, faith, Filipino religiosity
Keywords: PhD in Global Studies (D-GLS); Thesis and Dissertations; University of Saint Joseph

Can the application of neuroscience improve processes for ongoing improvement in organizations? - Alves, José (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Career aspirations of generation y: the case of event management graduates in macau - Alves, José (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: China Macau; Marketing; Organizational effectiveness; Planning; Special events; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Implications of cultural values in retail strategies for the gaming industry: Chinese consumer values in the context of Macau - Barbosa, Hong Seng (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Relapse prevention: a reflection around high-risk situations, self-efficacy and life-style modifications in substance abusers - Bucho, Marta (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Design Thinking and Entrepreneurship: In Macanese Corporate Environment - Caldeira, Wilson (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Entrepreneurship Religious aspects; Macau; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The effect of family and personal factors on marital attitudes and expectations in Macau - Chan, Cheng Nga (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Strategies in vocal warm up - Chan, Wun Ming (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Choral Conducting (MCC); University of Saint Joseph

Meetings and conventions in Macao: Challenges and opportunities - Che, Sio Wang (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Challenges; Macau; Meetings; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Pathway to drug addiction among Macau teenagers - Cheang, Tat Hin (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation of Melco Crown Entertainment Limited - Cheong, Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Quality assurance for Macao's higher education institutions: challenges and opportunities - Cheong, Wai San (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

The impact of declining gaming revenue in the hospitality industry in Macao - Choi, Mei Chan (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Hospitality industry; Macau; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Feasibility study into implementation of automated traffic lights to improve emergency vehicle response time in Macau - Chong, Kirl Cheah (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Emergency vehicles; Macau; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Aid and poverty reduction: comparing China and France's aid policies and projects in Guinea - Diakité, Ansoumane Douty (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
The purpose of this research is to analyse the nexus between foreign aid and poverty reduction. In this research, aid provided by traditional and (re)emerging donors, China and France, was compared to understand their strategies toward poverty reduction and the impact of their aid in improving the conditions of their beneficiaries. Guinea, a Least Developed Country, was used as unit of comparison and assessment. Qualitative research methodology was used to collect data about the two aid donors, China and France. Among other research tools used, there are documents’ analysis (official documents from donors and recipients, declarations, scholarly works, media articles, etc.), interviews with various stakeholders, site visits and observation. As for main findings, this research found similarities and differences between China and France’s aid strategies in general and in Guinea in particular. There are similarities in the ways they integrate poverty reduction into their aid policies, motives and partly in their geographical and sectoral allocation systems. In terms of differences, they use different instruments and conditions to deliver their aid for poverty reduction. Regarding the impact of their aid, both donors have to some extent contributed to improving the access of the poor population in Guinea to basic services such as education, health, water and sanitation, etc. Finally, contrary to those who have denied the importance of foreign aid as a financial tool to reduce poverty, this research posits that aid is still a relevant tool to address poverty. However, more work needs to be done at donor, recipient and direct beneficiaries’ levels to ensure its effectiveness. On the other hand, it posits that the divide between traditional and (re)-emerging donors is becoming blurred as their strategies to address poverty are becoming increasingly alike
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations PhD in Government Studies (D-GS); University of Saint Joseph

A survey of independent art galleries in Macao: analysing organisational,curatorial and promotional strategies under service design framework - Dias, Ana Cristina Ferreira (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Art galleries; Commercial; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Feasibility study of a digital gourmet marketplace in Hong Kong - Farinha, João Pedro (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Google; Hong Kong; Marketplaces; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Maximizing verbal communication in English amongst Macau Chinese secondary students in private tutorial sessions - Fernandes, Keith Otteran Reis (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Music training influences on brain development and as a tool for learning improvement - Ferreira, Ana Filipa Neves (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Improving social skills of primary school students through a social skill enhancement program - Fok, Ka Ian (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Introducing A Blended Learning Environment to Enhance Student Academic Efficacy - Ho, Io Weng (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Exploring occupational stress and job satisfaction among pharmacists in Macau - Ho, Joel (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

An exploratory investigation into success factors of e-commerce in Macau - Hoi, Ka Leng (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Electronic commerce; Macau; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The challenges of ethnic foodservices business in Macau: an Indian restaurant case study - Khan, Muhammad Imran (2016)
Keywords: Food service management; Macau; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A financial evaluation of MGM Resort International - Lei, Pou I. (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation of Tencent Holdings Limited - Leong, Weng Hong (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation of Wynn Resorts Limited - Li, Iok I. (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Financial institutions Valuation; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph; Wynn Resorts Limited

The impact of social support on the mental health of the visually impaired in Macao = 社會支援對於澳門視障人士的心理影響 - Loi, Wai Cheng (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Financial valuation of Shun Tak Holdings - Magalhães, João Pinto de (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The evaluation of Microsoft Corporation - Mendonça, César (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

An exploratory study of Chinese rituals in street shops in Macau - Moreira, Irene Mitsiko Sadoyama (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Business ethics; China; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Valuing Walt Disney Co - Neves, Júlio Alexandre Dias (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Biased performance prediction and estimate: concurrent examination of the optimistic bias and miscalibration of performace judgment - Ngan, Henrique Fátima Boyol (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Kruger and Dunning (1992) found that unskilled people were typically unaware of their own performance and ability. In this context, unskilled performers were shown to overestimate their performance and ability, whereas skilled performers often accurately predicted their own performance and ability. Such miscalibration in self-assessment is usually attributed to a lack of so-called metacognitive skills necessary for performance evaluation. However, it remains unknown to what extent the miscalibration of performance judgment and optimistic bias is observed in the Chinese culture. This thesis examines patterns of miscalibration of performance judgment and specific optimistic bias. This thesis also builds on a range of previous studies of performance judgment and optimistic bias. In order to investigate the performance judgment and optimistic bias in this context, two studies were conducted as part of the research aspect of this thesis. In the first study, participants were given a reasoning task on which they had to predict their performance before completing the task and estimate their performance upon completion of the task. The second study followed similar methodology, with two additional tasks – Institute For Tourism Studies (IFT) module and the respective midterm examination. Results from both studies indicate that biases in performance judgment occur in the Chinese culture, and may yield negative consequences to those persons who exhibit such judgments. Although metacognitive ability provides some explanation for the miscalibration of performance judgment, the results of the current study indicate that task optimistic bias provides another, equally viable explanation for the miscalibration of performance judgment. The findings presented in this thesis suggest that inaccurate judgments of performance occur within various domains (general and specific iii performance contexts) and that there are a range of implications associated with these biases. Keywords: Miscalibration of performance judgment, optimistic bias, absolute optimistic bias, comparative optimistic bias, overestimation, overplacement, underestimation, underplacement
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations PhD in Psychology (D-PSY); University of Saint Joseph

Viability of recycling ventures in Macau - Okorocha, Anthony Ifeanyi (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Macau; Recycling industry; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Financial valuation of Pfizer Inc - Pires, Rui Carlos Moreno (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Attitudes towards counseling between iran and Macau universities students - Rashinia, Jafar (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Import and sales of Chinese fabrics in Brazil: a feasibility study - Ribeiro, Lucas Rodrigues Gomes (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Brazil; China; Textile fabrics; Textile fabrics Markets; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A Diocese de Macau no alvorecer da Diocese de Dili - Soares, Domingos da Silva (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Religious Studies (MRS); University of Saint Joseph

Korean memorial service for the dead: a re-evaluation of the Christians' understanding - Song, Jeongmin (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Religious Studies (MRS); University of Saint Joseph

Drug abuse among adolescents in Macau: its psycho-socio-cultural perspectives - Song, Yi Xuan (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

E2S Enso entertainment strategies a business plan - Steinen, Jesko von den (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Business planning; Macau; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The relationship between time perspective and study motivation on decision making of student in Macau - Tong, I Wan (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Feasibility study of a living lab in Macau for the creative industries - Tong, Pui Si (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Creative ability in business; Macau; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The relationship between children's attachment with parents and general self-efficacy during young adulthood in Macau - U, Lei Fong (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

City guide publications shift towards digital platform a case study in Macau - U, Sou Mui (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: City planning; Macau; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A Financial Valuation Study of AT&T, Inc - U, Weng Kei (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Social Impact Assessment: The Case of The Cradle of Hope Association in Macau - Vendramini, Marjory Rangel De Faria (University of Saint Joseph, 2016)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Challenges and pitfalls of vocational education in Macao: the teachers' voices - Au, Chi Kwun (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Sensory play and exploration in early childhood: classroom practices and development - Cardoso, Nair (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Challenges in bridging creative education and creative industry - Chan, Kai Pang (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Effects of family closeness and conflict on young adults' peer relationships - Chan, Mei Kei (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Parents views of play in Macao infant education - Conceção, Sandra Susana de Matos (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Macau fashion industry in the 21st Century: a global studies perspective on Asia-Europe cultural exchange - Dias Cardoso, Ana Cláduia (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Macau is a dynamic city with a unique blend of Eastern and Western cultures, which has become a well-known travel destination. Macau is not only home to the casinos, but also a shopping paradise, where we can find international luxury brands and local designer brands. The local fashion industry has a strong follower base, taking a different route than that of the Textile and Garment Industry in the 1980s. Nowadays, the local Fashion Industry is not only focused on production, but more on the design and creativity. Macau is a city rooted in the casino industry, having shifted from an industrial economy into a service-based one. This study aims to assess the relations between Asia and Europe with regard to their impact on the creative process of local fashion designers, to understand how local designers balance between market, creativity and aesthetics. Also, it is important to understand how Macau government supports local brands such as: “Made in Macau”. In order to accomplish our goal, several academic areas will be addressed, such as fashion design and the cultural and creative industries in their broad sense, (aesthetics, history, creativity, identity, economy, ergonomics, cognition, and social value). A mix of quantitative and qualitative methods have been used, including questionnaires, open-ended interviews, case-study research, ethnographic methods, historical research and visual methodologies. In the following chapters, this studies will describe mainly the Macau fashion industry in a globalized era and the multiculturalism’s influence on the local fashion designer’s collections
Keywords: PhD in Global Studies (D-GLS); Thesis and Dissertations; Thesis and Dissertations PhD in Global Studies (D-GLS); University of Saint Joseph

Lusophone-African multinational enterprises internationalization mode: a case analysis of Angolan and Mozambican enterprises - Gonçalves, Marcus Vinicius Amaral (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Several internationalization theories have been developed over the past few decades that have made great contributions in explaining enterprise internationalization and their mode of entry strategy. It has been suggested that the determinants of entry mode choice of enterprises from emerging and frontier markets differ from those of comparable enterprises from advanced economies. Literature review appears to indicate that there is a need to expand the framework for entry mode strategies to accommodate the expansion issues enterprises from emerging and frontier countries face in the global marketplace. Nevertheless, not much information and acceptable conclusion has been made on how MNEs from frontier markets internationalize and what factors influence their choice of entry into those markets. This study investigated the internationalization strategies of Lusophone Africa MNEs from Angola and Mozambique, more specifically their entry mode. Information was gathered through a survey of 29 MNE’s upper management respondents and subsequent face-to-face semi-structured interviews with 24 of them in their countries. The results of this study suggest that most MNEs opted for equity-based investment strategies, mainly joint venture and M&E as their preferred mode of entry when internationalizing. A significant group of them opted for e- commerce/e-business strategies, and direct and indirect exports. A smaller portion of the interviewees chose Greenfield investment as a mode of entry. Many of these MNEs could be classified as born global/INV. Finally, this study presents a conceptual framework for use in studying the entry mode choice of enterprises from Lusophone Africa frontier markets and presents research propositions for better understanding the determinants of entry mode strategies of enterprise from Angola and Mozambique. Keywords: Internationalization, Entry Mode, Emerging Markets, Frontier Markets, Lusophone African MNEs, Angola, Mozambique
Keywords: PhD in Business Administration (D-BA); Thesis and Dissertations; University of Saint Joseph

Drug abuse and trafficking in Macao: a perspective on the challenges for the law enforcement - Ho, Cheng I. (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

Implementation of item response theory to English grammar assessment to map students' understanding and to foster learning - Ho, U. Kei (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Investigating the relationship between the human resource management practices and the "intention to stay"of therapists in Macau - Hoi, Mang Hong (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: 2017; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Citizens' satisfaction with the services delivered by IACM-HAWKER Management Services - Hong, Mei On (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

Stress amongst teachers and organizational climate of schools in Macau - Jones, Christon Manuel (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation of the Coca Cola company - Kuan, U. Ian (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A Financial Valuation of Starbucks Corporation - Kusnadi, Figo (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Interpreting the causes of depression in Macau elderly - Kwok, Wing Yee (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Occurance, Distribution and Bioremediation of Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals in Coastal Sediments from Macao SAR, China - Lebel, Alexandre (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Environmental Sciences and Management (MESM); University of Saint Joseph

Strategies to reduce greenhouse gas in Macau: assessment on the potentials of natural gas development - Lei, Chon Kio (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Environmental Sciences and Management (MESM); University of Saint Joseph

Guidelines for an Oriented Organic Waste Valorization Strategy for Macao - Lei, Man Sao (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Environmental Sciences and Management (MESM); University of Saint Joseph

2015年「澳門講場」輿情: 公民參與個案研究 - Lei, Ming (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

The mission, values and the principles of Catholic Schools: the case of Macau from the teachers's perspective - Lemos, Avelino (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Assessment of Ambient Particulate Matter Concentration in Schools of Macau - Leong, Seng Nam (University of Saint Joseph, 2017)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Environmental Sciences and Management (MESM); University of Saint Joseph