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 study of Campbell Soup Company - Ho, Pak Ian (University of Saint Joseph, 2007)
Keywords: Campbell Soup Company; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph; Valuation

Kitchen of the golden temples: indonesian and burmese restaurant - Ho, Pak Kei (University of Saint Joseph, 2006)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

HOW DO FOOD INFLUENCERS ON INSTAGRAM AFFECT CONSUMERS’ VISIT INTENTION TO RESTAURANTS IN MACAU? - Ho, Pui I. (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
This dissertation examines consumers' perceptions of food influencer content on Instagram and the relationship between exposure to food influencer reviews and consumers' intention to visit restaurants in Macau. A mixed-method research design was employed, combining quantitative survey data from 301 responses with qualitative insights from one focus group session involving six participants. The findings suggest that consumers find food influencer content entertaining and inspiring for dining out and exploring new culinary experiences, but they express concerns over its credibility. While food influencer content has a good exposure to consumers, it has a moderate impact on consumers’ restaurant choices, with various factors affecting the relationship. The results highlight the importance of perceived trustworthiness and enjoyability of food influencer content, the visual appeal of food and restaurant environments in photos, and personal relationships in shaping Macau consumers' visit intention to restaurants. The findings can serve as a basis for future research on credibility perceptions of food influencers, the enjoyability of influencer content, and the visual appeal of food and restaurant environments on Instagram. Practically, food influencers should prioritize transparency, authenticity, appealing photos, engaging captions, and leverage the role of personal relationships to increase their impact on consumers' restaurant choices
Keywords: Instagram; Thesis and Dissertations Master of Communication and Media (MCM); University of Saint Joseph; food influencers; influencer marketing; social media

Exploratory study of management transition in Singapore - Ho, Pui Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2009)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Valuation of International Game Technology - Ho, Sao Kun (University of Saint Joseph, 2007)
Keywords: International Game Technology; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph; Valuation

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

The Impact of Monetary Rewards and Employees’ Benefits on Frontline Staff Motivation in the Retail Industry - Ho, Un Ian (University of Saint Joseph, 2024)
Macau's retail industry was familiar to all sectors. Retailers take up massive responsibility for the Macau economy. There are few manufacturers in Macau, so products and goods are imported. As the front-line staff of a retail store, employees would need to face many people daily; it can be tiring and stressful for them. Therefore, this study examined the motivational factors of front-line staff in the retail industry. It is crucial to understand various motivational factors, as one of the challenges that retail entrepreneurs face is employee retention. This study evaluated the characteristics of motivation so that managers can develop some strategies for their employees. The qualitative research method was adopted in this study. In-depth interviews were conducted to determine various motivators and the reasons behind their motivation. This study used purposive sampling, and eight candidates were selected to conduct the interview. The results of the interviews concluded that monetary rewards like salary and sales incentives have the most significant effect on motivation. Relationships with colleagues and superiors also affect their motivation in the working environment. Moreover, employee benefits like public holidays, maternity leave, etc, are also one of the motivators. Different participants mentioned other motivators, such as recognition, teamwork, learning and growth opportunities, teamwork, and fit of interest. Based on the research question, this study concluded that monetary rewards have a larger effect on employees' motivation than job benefits. Managers and leaders can develop strategies based on this research, and future research can also examine some other motivational factors with a larger sample
Keywords: Frontline Staff; Macau Retail; Motivation; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Factors affecting the English learning motivation of Chinese secondary students in the Luso-Chinese school of Macau - Ho, Wai Chong (University of Saint Joseph, 2004)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Effectiveness of Art Therapy for Children with Special Educational Needs - Ho, Weng Chong (University of Saint Joseph, 2020)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

The Influence of Official Digital Infographics in Macao during the COVID-19 Pandemic - Ho, Weng In (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Communication and Media (MCM); University of Saint Joseph

Financial valuation of the Hershery Company - Ho, Weng Kam (University of Saint Joseph, 2012)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Macao Government recruitment system: central recruitment - Ho, Weng Sam (University of Saint Joseph, 2013)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

A STUDY OF PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHERS' TEACHING PROBLEMS AND THEIR COPING STRATEGIES FOR TEACHING INCLUSIVE STUDENTS IN MACAO =: 澳門小學教師面對融合學生的教學困擾及其因應策略之研究 - Hoi Ka Cheng (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Food Waste Management In Macau: Assessing Public Awareness, Recycling Facilities, And Policy Implementations In Comparative Perspective - Hoi, Hang Ian (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
Food waste has become an increasingly pressing issue worldwide, and Macau is no exception. A substantial portion of municipal solid waste in Macau is comprised of organic waste, with household food waste being a significant contributor. This can be attributed to households purchasing excessive food, preparing more than necessary, or not consuming items before they spoil, leading to detrimental resource and environmental impacts, particularly in the form of greenhouse gas emissions. It is crucial for Macau to develop a sustainable food waste management system that fosters prevention and responsible consumption and to develop food waste recycling habits among its residents. This study employed a two-pronged approach: a literature review of food waste source separation policies and practices in four neighboring regions to identify adaptable good practice examples for Macau, and a questionnaire survey completed by 143 local residents. The survey aimed to comprehend residents' behaviors and awareness regarding food waste prevention and treatment, evaluate their satisfaction with Macau's existing food waste recycling program, examine their resistance and motivation toward participating in the recycling program, and assess their attitudes toward implementing a polluter-pays-principle system in Macau. The survey aimed to provide insights into the current state of household food waste in Macau and inform future waste management policies and strategies of stakeholders. The survey findings highlight the need for enhanced public awareness and education on food waste prevention. Additionally, upgrading recycling facilities may encourage residents to participate more actively in food waste recycling. Ultimately, implementing suitable policies can help prevent food loss and waste and regulate food waste generation and elevate recycling rates. This study offers preliminary recommendations for policymakers or government entities as a orientation for future planning
Keywords: Food Loss and Waste (FLW); Food Waste Hierarchy; Food Waste Management; Food Waste Separation; Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs); Thesis and Dissertations Master of Environmental Sciences and Management (MESM); 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

Anti-money laundering in the Greater Bay Area: effectiveness, strategies and compliance - Hoi, Kuan Io (University of Saint Joseph, 2019)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The Indirect Effect of Job Insecurity and COVID-19 Induced Stress on Mental Health through the Mediating Effect of Burnouts and the Moderating Effect of Perceived Social Support among Macau Gaming Employees - Hoi, Lok (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); 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

The Mediating Role of Empathy on the Impact of Perceived Parenting Styles on Prosocial Behaviors of Adults - Hoi, Mei Pui (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Active life: a business plan for an after-school educational center in Macau - Hoi, Vai In (University of Saint Joseph, 2009)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Adolescent pathways to hikikomori in Macau - Hon, Leng Ian (University of Saint Joseph, 2018)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

A Study on the Peer Relationship of Students Aged 9-12 with Special Educational Needs in Macao=: 澳門九至十二歲融合生與同儕關係之研究 - Hong Mei Na (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

VALUE-BASED ADOPTION OF MOLECULAR CHINESE MEDICINE (MCM): AN EXPLORATORY INVESTIGATION - Hong, Chi Kit (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
The world we live in today is constantly changing, with new technologies and innovations being introduced all the time. Through the continuation and innovation of Chinese medicine theories, scientific research methods, and progress, Traditional Chinese Medicine continues to evolve and develop more innovative Modern Chinese Medicine. In this research, Molecular Chinese Medicine is studied as a new form of Chinese medicine, intended to provide a more pleasant and safe experience for consumers. Thus, the objective of this study is to identify both positive and negative perceptions that contribute to the adoption of innovative technologies and their related products. In order to reach this goal, a robust value-based theoretical model is used. To examine behavioural intentions to adopt Molecular Chinese Medicine (MCM) in Macau, this study combines quantitative and qualitative methods. Thus, a Value-based Acceptance Model (VAM) was used to determine Macau citizens' attitudes towards Molecular Chinese Medicine, including their perceptions of its usefulness, enjoyment, technicality, and perceived fee, in relation to the perceived value of the product, which may ultimately determine adoption intentions. Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was used to process a sample of 194 Macau residents. The data analysis supported our model's explanatory and predictive power and helped describe the characteristics of the local population. Our results provide insight into the acceptance of innovative products that may be useful in designing more accurate strategies and facilitating the introduction of MCM to Macau and similar markets. It was found that low perceived fees demonstrated a relatively strong positive correlation with potential users' perceived value, whereas usefulness and enjoyment showed a medium-strong positive correlation. Also, a strong positive correlation was found between potential consumers' perception of the value of Molecular Chinese Medicine and their intention to adopt it
Keywords: Molecular Traditional Medicine (MCM); SmartPLS; Technology Adoption; Thesis and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM); University of Saint Joseph; Value-based Adoption Model (VAM)

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

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

General Teachers’ Attitude Towards Inclusive Education in Students with Dyslexia in High School Students=: 中學普通班教師對患有讀寫障礙學生的認識與其融合教育的態度 - Hong, Yufang (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

An investigation into issues for leadership in culturally diverse schools - Hough, Elayne (University of Saint Joseph, 2004)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

An Action Study of Using Game-Based Learning into English Learning to Improve the Lerning Outcomes of Primary Level Students in Macau =: 遊戲式教學融入澳門小學低年級英語課程以提升學生學習成效之行動研究 - Hsu, Hsiao Chien (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

NEUROFINANCE - ANALYZING AND UNDERSTANDING STOCK TRADER’S DECISION-MAKING PROCESS BASED ON REAL-TIME MONITORING OF EMOTIONAL REACTIONS - Hsu, Hsin-Tzu (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
Human emotions can be meticulously associated with decision-making, and emotion can generate behaviours. Due to the fact that it could be bias and exhaustively complex to examine how human beings make choices, important groups of study in finance are stock traders and non-traders. The objective of this work is to analyze the connection between emotions and the decision-making process of investors and non-investors to understand how emotional arousal might dictate the process of deciding policy. As facial expressions are fleeting, neuroscience tools such as AFFDEX (Real-Time Facial Expression Analysis), Eye-Tracking, and GSR (galvanic skin response) were adopted to facilitate the experiment and its accompanying analysis process. Thirty-seven participants attended the study, ranging from 18 to 72 years old; the distribution of investors and non-investors was twenty-four and thirteen, respectively. The experiment initially disclosed a thought-provoking result between the two groups under the certainty and risk-seeking prospect theory; there were more risk-takers among non-investors at 75%, while investors were inclined toward certainty at 79.17%. The implication could be that the non-investing individuals were less complex in thought and therefore pursued higher returns besides a high probability of losing the game. In addition, the automatic emotion classification system indicates that when non-investors confronted a stock trending chart beyond their acquaintance or knowledge, they were psychologically exposed to fear, anger, sadness, and surprise. Investors, on the contrary, were detected with disgust, joy, contempt, engagement, sadness, and surprise, where sadness and surprise overlapped in both parties. Under time pressure conditions, 54.05% of investors or non-investors tend to make decisions after the peak(s) of emotional arousal. Variations were found in the deciding points of the slopes: 2.70% were decided right after the peak(s), 37.84% waited until the emotions turned stable, and 13.51% were determined as the emotional indicators started to slide downwards. Several combinations of emotional responses were associated with decisions. For example, negative emotions could induce passive decision-making, in this case, to sell the stock; nevertheless, it was also examined that as the slope slipped downwards to a particular horizontal point, the individuals became more optimistic and selected the "BUY" option. The support of physiological monitoring tools makes it possible to capture the individuals' responses and discover the science of decision-making. Future works may consider expanding the study to more significant demographic populations for further discoveries
Keywords: Decision-making; Emotions; Investors; Physiological Monitoring; Stock Trading; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Burma (Myanmar) and Buddhism: a study in the religious legitimation of goverment - Hta, I. Naw (University of Saint Joseph, 2008)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Religious Studies (MRS); University of Saint Joseph

New Great Learning Oneness Epistemic Model for the Greater Peace: A Philosophical Analysis on the Concept of Oneness and its Application with Veganism - Hun, Kuong U. (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Philosophy (MPH); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation study of Yum! Brands, Inc - Hun, Weng San (University of Saint Joseph, 2009)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation study of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc - Hun, Weng U. (University of Saint Joseph, 2009)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

THE IMPACT OF WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION’S OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS ON PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANIES STOCK RETURNS - Iam, Hou In (University of Saint Joseph, 2024)
In early 2020, the COVID-19 virus spread rapidly around the world within months. After countries around the world announced the outbreak of COVID-19, many industries suffered a severe recession, but a few industries were able to buck the trend and maintain good performance. The outbreak has driven strong demand for medical products and pharmaceuticals. As the epidemic continues to spread, people are in urgent need of drugs and vaccines to treat COVID-19, which directly promotes the development of the pharmaceutical industry (Alam et al., 2021). This study aims to explore the impact of announcements from the World Health Organization (WHO) or similar official agencies on the development of the epidemic during the COVID-19 epidemic on the stock prices of specific pharmaceutical companies. The study uses event study methodology to analyze the impact of events in the COVID-19 pandemic on these companies. Through an event study on 7 major events during the COVID-19 pandemic, this study found that the stock price changes of different pharmaceutical companies are not uniform. The WHO announcement of a global pandemic and the emergency authorization announcement of drugs have had different significant impacts on different types of pharmaceutical companies. This study provides new information for understanding the stock return change of specific pharmaceutical companies during the COVID-19 epidemic
Keywords: COVID-19; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph; pharmaceutical; stock returns

Amotivation in learning mathematics: the taxonomy of why secondary school students in Macau are not motivated to learn mathematics - Iam, Man Cheng (University of Saint Joseph, 2013)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Self-regulation on gambling intention: the mediating role of injunctive norms - Ian, In Tong (University of Saint Joseph, 2013)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

A Financial Valuation of Marriott International, Inc - Ian, Kin Wai (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The management in transition - Japan - Iao, Sao Fong (University of Saint Joseph, 2009)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation study of McDonald's Corporation - Iao, Sok Mei (University of Saint Joseph, 2007)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); 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

THE LIFE DILEMMA AND ADJUSTMENT OF PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER IN MACAO =: 澳門自閉症類群障礙幼童的家長生活困境與調適 - Ieong, I. Teng (University of Saint Joseph, 2024)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph; 困境; 特殊教育; 自閉症兒童家長; 調適

Primary teachers' burnout at the inclusive education schools in Macao - Ieong, Iek Kuan (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
"In 2021/2022 academic year, there are 2,244 SEN students in Macau and its growth rate is 36% in ten years. However, at the present, there are 38 schools providing the related education to them. Admittedly, this is an unbalanced supply and demand. In fact, the teachers who work at inclusive education schools are bearing all responsibility to teach SEN students and their mental health is worth to attention. Moreover, there are 1,224 SEN students in primary (2021/2022 academic year), it accounting for 55% of all. That is, the numbers of their teachers are the most and they are representative. Therefore, exploring primary teachers’ burnout at inclusive education schools becomes the topic of this study, even more important, it is including to compare normal and resource teachers. This topic is rarer currently in Macau. On the one hand, emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and (reduced) personal accomplishment are dimensions of burnout (Maslach et al., 1996). These become the dependent variables of this study. According Ecological Systems Theory (Bronfenbrenner, 1979) and the factors of self-efficacy in inclusive education (Sharma et al., 2012), the following hypotheses are provided to guide this study: (1) normal teachers’ emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and reduced personal accomplishment are higher than those in resource teachers; (2) teachers’ attitudes into inclusive education, (3) teachers’ self-efficacy to use inclusive instruction (SEII), (4) teachers’ self-efficacy in collaboration (SEC) and (5) teachers’ self-efficacy in v managing behavior (SEMB) both are negatively related to emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and reduced personal accomplishment; (6) teachers’ stress of Covid19 is positively related to emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and reduced personal accomplishment. On the other hand, quantitative methodology, and snowball sampling are used in this research. At last, 132 responds are collected, including 100 normal teachers and 32 resource teachers. They are from 48 inclusive education schools in Macau. All data were analyzed by SPSS 25.0. The results of this study are followed: (1) teachers’ emotional exhaustion level is middle, their depersonalization and reduced personal accomplishment levels both are low; (2) resource teachers’ emotional exhaustion and depersonalization are higher than normal teachers; (3) teachers’ attitudes into inclusive education negatively related to depersonalization but positively related to reduced personal accomplishment; (4) in the factors of self-efficacy, only SEII is negatively related to reduced personal accomplishment; (5) teachers’ stress of Covid-19 is positively related to emotional exhaustion, depersonalization and reduced personal accomplishment."
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

AI in Counselling: Perceptions on Human vs AI Generated Chat Counselling - Ieong, Ka U. (University of Saint Joseph, 2024)
The rapid development of counselling began after World War II. Meanwhile, texting services became available in the 1980s. Texting has been widely applied in both health area and mental health areas. A chatbot is a specific type of artificial intelligence (AI) that can have conversations with humans through texting. The combination of counselling and texting is known as chat counselling. The effectiveness of chatbots in alleviating psychological symptoms was supported by scientific research. Nonetheless, people hold different perceptions towards chatbots. Some common factors in counselling, including empathy and warmth, were also important in evaluating AI chatbots. Other important factors included acceptability, satisfaction and trust. The current study is the first to use AI as a counsellor. This study investigates people’s perceptions of human and AI counsellors (ChatGPT) and whether people can differentiate between human and AI. Participants needed to rate the counsellors in three scenarios: the original scenario taken from a training book, the human counsellor scenario generated from a text conversation with a human counsellor and the AI counsellor scenario produced by texting with ChatGPT, which acts as the counsellor. Prompts used to generate conversation with ChatGPT are included. The dialogues were parts of the conversations containing similar client responses and were presented using the WhatsApp interface. Questionnaires were delivered both online and in paper form. Results demonstrated that people’s ratings of human counsellors and AI counsellors did not differ in perceived empathy, acceptability, and satisfaction. While the warmth and trustworthiness of AI counsellors were perceived to be higher than those of human counsellors. On the other hand, people were unable to differentiate between human and AI counsellors in uncertain conditions. Younger people and the general population are more accurate in identifying between humans and AI, while people above 40 and psychologists or counsellors are less capable of doing so. The current study supports the potential of utilising ChatGPT in counselling. Having people experience and evaluate real chat counselling with human and AI counsellors can potentially eliminate some limitations of the current studies. Future studies can investigate how prior knowledge contributes to AI detection and examine AI counsellors' efficiency in longitudinal studies
Keywords: AI (Artificial Intelligence); Chat counselling; Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph; human perceptions

澳門幼稚園教師對融合教育的態度 - Ieong, Leng San (University of Saint Joseph, 2020)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Parenting beliefs and practices among Chinese families in Macau: a case study - Ieong, Man Wa (University of Saint Joseph, 2013)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); 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

Financial valuation of Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) - Ieong, Si Wan (University of Saint Joseph, 2013)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Sands China Limited - Ieong, Sio Ian (University of Saint Joseph, 2012)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A Qualitative Exploration of the Learning and Teaching Experiences of Teachers Who Completed A Post-Graduate Early Childhood Diploma in Macau =: 探討澳門學位後幼兒教育文憑教師的學習體驗及其教學實踐之質性研究 - Ieong, Weng Ian (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); 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

A financial valuation: study of ecolab,inc - Io, Hei Lam (University of Saint Joseph, 2012)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

澳門家校合作中的親師溝通: 以某小學為例 =A STUDY ON PARENT-TEACHER COMMUNICATION IN HOME-SCHOOL COOPERATION IN A PRIMARY SCHOOL IN MACAU - Io, In Chi (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph; 家校合作; 小學; 澳門; 親師溝通

Trust gap between government and citizens in the context of social development in Macau - Iong, Chi Long (University of Saint Joseph, 2019)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Community Development (MCD); University of Saint Joseph

A Conceptual Model of Behavioral Factors Affecting the Adoption of E-government Services in Macao SAR - Iong, Kit Yeng (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Information and communication technologies (ICTs) are highly associated with the study of e-government, and many scholars believe that within the coming decades, government operation and policy decision-making cannot persist without the use of ICTs (Van Dijk, 2018). This thesis aims to generate a conceptual framework of the behavioral factors that could contribute to the acceleration of the implementation of e-government services in Macao SAR. Rather than regarding e-government services as a goal to be realized in traditional practice through evaluating the outcome, a process-oriented study was conducted. The e-government services are regarded as advanced tools in the 21st century to transform Macao into a smart city. The design of the process-oriented approach and the comparative study of four groups of Macao citizens' behavioral intentions are solidly supported by the research gaps identified in the literature review of e-government studies in an international perspective and the actual context of local Macao studies. Under the framework of the Theory of Planned Behavior (Ajzen, 1985, 1991), the behavioral factors of the general public and civil servants are investigated through a qualitative approach, and the findings are triangulated from various aspects. Firstly, a systematic literature review of TPB was conducted thoroughly to better understand the current study of e-government around the world. Secondly, a content and thematic analysis of the official documents and articles from local press media and research institutes related to the topic of e-government services was carried out to demonstrate a more comprehensive picture of the current problems of implementing iv and adopting e-services in Macao SAR. Observations in some government premises that provided e-services and 40 in-depth interviews were conducted to generate detailed and first-hand data. Key issues were extracted from the interviewees’ narratives and daily actual usages. Different conceptual models for different age groups and civil servant group were formed. Special attention was paid to analyzing the "hard-to-reach" groups' behavioral intentions. Research limitations identified from the previous literature were overcome partially in this study too. After comparing the similarities and differences, a new conceptual model of significant behavioral factors that affect the behavioral intentions in adopting e-government services was built. Results and findings from the analysis could be used to develop effective interventions by the government policymakers in responding to the behavioral change of the general public in the aspect of e-government services acceptance and adoption
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations PhD in Government Studies (D-GS); 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

A Financial Valuation of Vitasoy International Holding's Limited - Iong, Sio Ieng (University of Saint Joseph, 2020)
Keywords: Thesis 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

初探澳門更生人士在專業工作過程的成功因素=: Explore Successful Factors in Recognition of Professional Work Process for Ex-Offenders - Ip, Ka I. (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Social Work (MSW); University of Saint Joseph

The Canton Conference (1667-1668): its content and sinificance - Ip, Ka Kei (University of Saint Joseph, 2010)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Religious Studies (MRS); University of Saint Joseph

Lighting Up A Place with Good Stories: Heritage Interpretation Strategies and the Macau Historic Centre - Ip, Kin Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of History & Heritage Studies (MHHS); University of Saint Joseph

An Analysis of Celebrities and KOLs Influence Consumer Decisions on the Luxury Fashion Market in Macau - Ip, San U. (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The Effect of Peers, School Connectedness, Parents on Internet Gaming Addiction in Adolescents - Ip, Tan Long (University of Saint Joseph, 2020)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

EXPLORE THE EFFECT OF ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE AND ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP ON EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT: THE MODERATING ROLE OF ORGANIZATIONAL COMMITMENT IN PUBLIC SECTOR AND GAMING SECTOR IN MACAU - Iu, Pek Wa (University of Saint Joseph, 2024)
The current study examined responses from 342 full-time and part-time employees in Macau’s gaming and public sector. The intention was to examine the relationship and explore the effect of organizational culture (innovative, supportive, and bureaucratic) and organizational leadership (transformational and transactional) on employee work engagement (cognitive, emotional, and physical) with the moderating role of organizational commitment (affective and continuance). The objectives of this study are mainly: 1) to explore the relationship between organizational culture and leadership with employee engagement respectively; 2) to further investigate employee engagement and the difference between the gaming sector and the public sector, and 3) to explore the moderating role of organizational commitment between the organizational culture and leadership to employee engagement respectively. Understanding the relationship between these essential elements is crucial for the individual and organization which ultimately leads to a sustainable and utmost performance for the benefit of Macau's constant economic development. While regression analysis represented transformational leadership as the powerful predictor of the three facets of work engagement to employees in both sectors. Though there was no relationship between the variables and the moderators, there was a positive interaction between transformational leadership, affective commitment (TFL x AC), and emotional and physical work engagement of the employees from the gaming sector, there was a positive interaction between innovative culture, affective commitment (IC x AC) and cognitive work engagement and a negative interaction between transactional leadership, continuance commitment (TL x CC) and emotional work engagement in the public sector subgroup. Results were interpreted concerning the organizations, leaders, and employees in both sectors in Macau, followed by a discussion on the implications of enhancing work engagement
Keywords: Macau; Thesis and Dissertations Master of Organisational Psychology (MOP); University of Saint Joseph; gaming sector; organizational commitment; organizational culture; organizational leadership; public sector; work engagement

Management issues in Hong Kong - Iun, Mio Hong (University of Saint Joseph, 2011)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Financial valuation of coca-cola company (NYSE: KO) - Jiang, Ye (University of Saint Joseph, 2024)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph; financial statement; intrinsic value; valuation models

Exploring Features and Behaviors of 'GUNDAM MOBILE SUIT' Enthusiasts in China 's Online Digital Society - Joel, Chao Chou U (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)

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

The Influence of Strengths-Based Intervention to Students’ Engagement and Self-Efficacy in Macau - Jr. Tabilas, Faustino T. (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Development of management style in Taiwan - Jung, Iok Fan (University of Saint Joseph, 2010)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

ORGANIZATIONAL JUSTICE AND PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING AMONG HEALTHCARE WORKERS IN MACAO - Kaewmanee, Celina dos Santos (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
This study examined the relationships between organizational justice, job satisfaction, and subjective well-being of medical doctors and nurses in Macao. It applied a quantitative methodology through a cross-sectional applying self-response questionnaires to 149 healthcare workers. Consistent with the group-engagement model (Tyler & Blader, 2003), findings indicate that organisational justice and job satisfaction improve subjective well-being. Yet, inconsistent with the model and our hypotheses, organizational justice did not affect work satisfaction. Finally, nurses experienced less positive justice perceptions than doctors. The study provides insights into the relationship between organizational justice, job satisfaction, and subjective well-being among healthcare professionals, which might help enhance working conditions. Healthcare organizations should prioritize promoting job satisfaction and justice perceptions to increase healthcare personnel's subjective well-being. The cross-sectional design limits causal inferences about variable relationships, and the self-reported data may have social desirability or response biases. Still, the originality and value of this paper lie in its contribution to the literature on the well-being of healthcare workers, particularly in the unique context of Macao. To our knowledge, this is the first study in Macao to examine the relationship between organizational justice, job satisfaction, and subjective well-being among healthcare workers
Keywords: Healthcare; Job Satisfaction; Organizational Justice; Subjective well-being; Thesis and Dissertations Master of Organisational Psychology (MOP); University of Saint Joseph

Problematic Internet Use and Subjective Wellbeing Among University Students in Macao - Kam, Chi Fat (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); 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

A financial valuation of Seagate technology plc - Kam, Tao Choy (University of Saint Joseph, 2013)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Analysis of Fuhong Society's marketing strategies to achieve self-sustainability - Karki, Sanjib (University of Saint Joseph, 2013)
Keywords: Fuhong Society; Marketing Management; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The relevance of philosophy, spirituality and religion in counselling & psychotherapy within Asia - kazmi, Sayed Shajaat Hussain (University of Saint Joseph, 2019)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

澳門融合教育下資源老師心路歷程之質性研究 =: A QUALITATIVE STUDY ON THE SPIRITUAL JOURNEY OF RESOURCE TEACHERS IN INCLUSIVE EDUCATION IN MACAO - Ke, Li Ping (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph; 心路歷程; 融合教育; 資源老師; 質性研究

The BRICS and the global order in the early XXI century - Kern, Rafaela Chemale (University of Saint Joseph, 2011)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); 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

Financial valuation of avon products,inc - Kiki, Michael Oluwasegun (University of Saint Joseph, 2012)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation study of Nike, Inc - Kok, Man Fai Morris (University of Saint Joseph, 2007)
Keywords: Nike; Inc; Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph; Valuation

Offshore solution: Macau competitiveness as an offshore jurisdiction - Kolesnikova, Viktoria (University of Saint Joseph, 2004)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A Study of the Management Style in Macau - Kong, Angela Maria (University of Saint Joseph, 2020)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

澳門普通學校教師任教融合生的教學困擾和支援服務需求之研究=: A Study of the Teaching Distress and Needs of Supportive Service of Students with Special Educational Needs Taught by General School Teachers in Macau - Kong, Chi Fong (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

THE MODERATING EFFECTS OF POWER DISTANCE ON THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PERCEPTIONS OF ORGANISATIONAL POLITICS AND ORGANISATIONAL JUSTICE - Kong, Fion Ming Ying (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
The aim of this research is to investigate how power distance orientation effects the relationship between perceptions of organisational politics and perceptions of organisational justice. A quantitative cross-sectional study was conducted on 172 full time workers in Macau, where respondents self-responded to questionnaires that were translated back-to-back into Chinese in order to accommodate the populations native language. This study found that power distance was contrary to our initial hypothesis of high-power distance equals to high politics and low justice. It was found that high power distance in facts equates to lower political perceptions and higher justice perceptions. This study contributes to understanding power distance in Macau as it is not noted in the Hofstede cultural dimensions. We also learned that having a longer distance between a position of power can contribute to less political activity and more sense of justice for the employees
Keywords: Organisational Justice; Organisational Politics; Power Distance; Thesis and Dissertations Master of Organisational Psychology (MOP); University of Saint Joseph

Academic emotions and achievement goals as predictors of academic achievement - Kong, Hou I. (University of Saint Joseph, 2013)
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

Comparing student's learning satisfaction in lower secondary and upper secondary school education - Kong, Weng Mei (University of Saint Joseph, 2019)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Academic emotions as mediators between achievement goals and academic: achievement - Kot, Sok Kuan (University of Saint Joseph, 2011)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

澳門新任教師職業適應的研究：: 來自在內地與澳門接受師範培養的幼兒教師反饋= Research on the Career Adaptation of New Teachers in Macao Feedback from Kindergarten Teachers who Received Teacher Education in the Mainland and Macau - Kou Mei Kei (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Culture, History, and Hospitality Public-Private Partnership of the Gaming Industry and the Macau SAR Government in the Cultural Tourism /Natural Kou, Chi In - Kou, Chi In (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of History & Heritage Studies (MHHS); University of Saint Joseph

Use and Perception of Visual Communication on Instagram by Macau Residents - Ku, Kit Mei (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Communication and Media (MCM); University of Saint Joseph

Fintech Services in Guangdong-Macao in Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin: An investigation of Macao Users' Adoption - Kuan, Chi Hou (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The Effect of Temporal Variation in Noise Exposure on Hearing and Inner Ear in the Zebrafish Model - Kuan, Chi Kin (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Keywords: Master of Environmental Sciences and Management (MESM); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation study of Johnson & Johnson - Kuan, Hei Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2009)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A descriptive study of students' motivation to learn English in Macao - Kuan, Ho Lam (University of Saint Joseph, 2004)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

CONSUMER PROTECTION POLICY IN MACAO'S FINANCIAL SERVICES SECTOR: ANALYSIS OF THE STRENGTHS AND WEAKNESSES IN COMPARISON TO GLOBAL PRACTICES - Kuan, Ho Tong (University of Saint Joseph, 2024)
This research is to assess the current status quo, strengths, and weaknesses of financial consumer protection mechanisms in Macao. According to the World Bank, financial consumer protection can bring positive impact on the development of financial sector, broadening financial inclusion and fostering economic growth. In 2022, under the backdrop of COVID-19 and downturn in economy, Macao Government announced its ambition to recover and diversify the economy of Macao by leveraging “1+4” Diversified Development Strategy, in which developing modern finance is one of the main priorities. The new Financial System Act took into effect on 1st November 2023 and this Act will enable non-financial institutions to apply for temporary licenses on fin-tech innovations within a controllable risk area. In the local context, does Macao have a strong financial consumer protection mechanism in place to goal for developing modern finance and face challenges brought by fin-tech? In this research, a mixed method consisting of doctrinal legal research method and comparative legal research method is adopted. 10 jurisdictions (Ireland, Singapore, Australia, United Kingdom, Malaysia, Hong Kong, China, European Union, Canada, and United States) were selected in comparison of rights for financial consumer protection based on the G20/OECD High-Level Principles on Financial Consumer Protection and the results of which were then compared to the rights for financial consumer protection in Macao. The findings of this study show that the main strength of financial consumer protection mechanisms in Macao lies on the supervision of the Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM) on the banking sector and insurance sector, other financial institutions according to international principles; however, the in-depthness of work done by Macao in financial consumer protection is not as much as those done by other jurisdictions: in Macao, there is no policyholder protection scheme in the event of failure of insurance companies; no mystery shopping and consumer survey done by oversight bodies; narrow range of definition of vulnerable consumers; no financial literacy survey; no in-depth competition law; no in-depth guidelines to monitor advertising materials for financial products; no database for consumers to search for unregulated firms and scammers; no in-depth financial educational materials about the rights of financial consumers. It is recommended that Macao Government can learn from United Kingdom, Canada and European Union to adopt behavioural insights in developing financial consumer protection policy to protect financial consumers from being exploited by the financial service providers based on the consumers’ behavioural biases. Some literature suggested that consumers are vulnerable in digital landscape. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that Macao Government shall take proactive actions to strengthen the current financial consumer protection mechanism by adhering to the G20/OECD High-Level Principles on Financial Consumer Protection, in order to develop modern finance and protect consumers from the risks posed by fin-tech
Keywords: Macao; Thesis and Dissertations Master of Lusophone and International Public Law(MLIPL); University of Saint Joseph; financial consumer protection; financial education; financial inclusion; financial literacy

Financial valuation of Kraft foods company - Kuan, Man Chon (University of Saint Joseph, 2010)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Family constellations: a systematic review and a critical analysis - Kuan, Man Sok (University of Saint Joseph, 2018)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); 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

初探澳門初任幼稚園教師對融合教育生問題行為的處理方法及其心理狀態 - Kuan, Wai Leng (University of Saint Joseph, 2020)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Financial valuation of Kelloge company - Kuan, Wai Si (University of Saint Joseph, 2010)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Parental Involvement and Child Development in Macao: Association with Family Income, Parental Education and Working in the Gambling Industry - Kung, Hang I (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

The parenting style and quality of attachment in Portuguese vs. Chinese families - Kuoc, Lai Sam (University of Saint Joseph, 2019)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Two Projective Drawing Tests as a Consolidated Measure to Identify and Understand the Underlying Problems of Primary Children with Emotional-Behavioral Issues of Concern - Kuok, Ka Lai (University of Saint Joseph, 2020)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation study of Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc - Kuok, Man Lei (University of Saint Joseph, 2011)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Externalizing Behaviour in Macao: Gender and Parental Participation - Kuok, Oi Lou (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
There are gaps in the research on gender differences and parental participation and the interaction between gender and parental participation in non-Western cultural contexts, particularly the Macao context. The current study aims to fill these gaps by examining gender and parental participation (i.e., father only, mother only, or both) differences and interactions in externalizing behaviour (oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder) during late childhood and adolescence (i.e., from age 10 to 18) in Macao. The methodological approach for the current study was a cross-sectional design with a quantitative methodology based on self-rated questionnaires. In certain items, we did discover gender differences. More boys than girls appeared to concur that they occasionally misbehave at school or start fires. And it appeared that girls were more likely than boys to concur that they occasionally exhibit unexpected mood or emotion changes and strong tempers. The children in the groups where only the mother or father participated tended to agree more than they prefer to hang out with older kids than kids their own age. This is in contrast to the group with more parental participation, which is represented by both parents submitting the questionnaire. Although none of the hypotheses proposed were supported, our outcomes implied culture and subculture may play important roles on youths’ externalizing behaviour
Keywords: Externalizing behaviour; Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph; gender; parental participation

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

Classroom Interior Design and Creativity: The Contribution of Multifunctional Furniture for Higher Education Institutions in Macau - Kuok, Wai (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Design (MDG); University of Saint Joseph

Using Online Learning to Enhance Motivation in an English as a Second Language Classroom: An Action Research Study - Kuok, Weng Kei (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); 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

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

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

An Evaluation of the Treasure of Sacred Art of St. Joseph’s Seminary - Kwak, Maria Sheli (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of History & Heritage Studies (MHHS); University of Saint Joseph

IFT Professional Knowledge and skills retraining programme: an analysis - Kwan, Wai Ha (University of Saint Joseph, 2004)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation of the news corporation - Kwan, Wai Sam (University of Saint Joseph, 2012)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

澳門小學教師對融合教育態度之研究 =: A Study on Macao Primary School Teachers ’Attitudes towards Inclusive Education - Kwok, Siu Kam (University of Saint Joseph, 2024)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph; 小學教師; 澳門; 融合教育

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

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

IDENTIFICATION OF CRITICAL FACTORS TO DETERMINE THE INTENTION OF GOVERNMENT SERVICE MINI-PROGRAM ADOPTION THROUGH MOBILE PAYMENT PLATFORMS IN MACAU AND THE GREATER BAY AREA - Lai Chi Meng; Marques, João Alexandre Lobo (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
Government service mini-programs have become an integral component of eGovernment in the Greater Bay Area, and successful eGovernment is necessary for building a smart city. Service quality and citizens' trust play a vital role in urban integration and in-depth cooperation in the Bay Area. The ubiquitous nature of mini-programs based on WeChat and Alipay provides excellent flexibility in accessing government services. Technology advantages, mutual recognition of cross-border data, and online transactions bring value and benefits to citizens. However, the mechanism of mini-program adoption has not been elaborated. Homogenization, conflict of regulations, and policy effectiveness are issues of great concern. This study employed Self-Determination Theory and Motivation Theory, proposed an empirical model based on the extended SOR paradigm, and aimed to identify the critical factors determining the intention of government service mini-program adoption from the user’s perspective. Six hundred and nine valid samples were collected from Macau, Hong Kong, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen through online survey platforms. The findings suggested that service quality, trust in eGovernment, ubiquity, and social influence constituted the determinants of intention to adopt. Service quality and ubiquity were salient determinants, and a great extent of service quality and ubiquity could promote perceived value and intention. Citizens' trust in government service mini-programs was reasonable, where benevolence, integrity, and competence were crucial indicators of trust. Social influence amplified and transmitted risk perception while perceived risk significantly reduced intention. Perceived value positively associated with the four determinants and enhanced user intention; it acted as a mediator with high explanatory power in the model. Government support received positive ratings from citizens; it negatively regulated the relationship between intention and the determinants respectively, implying that excessive intervention from the government could lead to inhibition. Finally, we proposed relevant implications and suggestions for the GBA government agents and policymakers
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations PhD in Government Studies (D-GS); University of Saint Joseph

A Qualitative Research on The Career Choice, Current Situation and Prospects of Preschool Tutors Working in Nursery Schools and Kindergartens in Mainland China, Taiwan and Macau=: 中國內地、台灣、澳門幼兒導師從事托兒所和幼兒園工作的職業選擇、現況和前景之質性研究 - Lai Ka Wai (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Communication between Chinese and Portuguese communities: case study of Macau - Lai, Chi Kei (University of Saint Joseph, 2018)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Communication and Media (MCM); University of Saint Joseph

The change of UK business management style - Lai, Chi Leng (University of Saint Joseph, 2010)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

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

澳門普通班教師與資源教師合作教學現況與改進建議之個案研究 =: A CASE STUDY OF CO-TEACHING PRACTICES AND IMPROVEMENT SUGGESTIONS AMONG GENERAL EDUCATION TEACHERS AND RESOURCE TEACHERS IN MACAO - Lai, Chong Weng (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
Keywords: Inclusive education; Resource teacher; Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph; 合作教學; 澳門; 融合教育; 資源教師

Exploring Macau Primary School Teachers’ Understanding and Practices of Educational Innovation - Lai, Hoi In (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
Teaching methods are not enough in today's social environment. By studying the understanding and practice of innovative education by primary school teachers in Macao, we can find a direction to promoting educators' demand for educational innovation. This research aims to understand the attitudes of primary school teachers in Macao toward innovative education, as well as the feasibility and necessity of developing a creative curriculum, through in-depth interviews with the experiences and reactions of primary school teachers in Macao. Simultaneously, encourage primary school teachers in Macao to implement effective and innovative educational methods so that Macao society can rethink the importance of educational innovation. The significance of the research lies in improving teachers' awareness of educational innovation and promoting teachers' understanding of education. In education, innovation includes new teaching theories, methods, techniques, and resources. Therefore, the education innovation is to think about things creatively, and innovation is to do creative things. By interviewing eleven local primary school teachers in Macau, we learned their views on innovative education teaching methods. Although, a limitation of the study is that only a few faculty members were selected, which may not represent the entire primary teacher in Macau. The study draws four main conclusions, the first of which is the view of primary teacher in local education, it can know that Macao primary school teachers understanding and cognition of educational innovation. Though of understanding of Macau’s primary teacher’s attitude in innovation teaching, which can find the feasibility of innovation teaching in Macau. At the same time, understanding of the impact factor in Macau innovation education, it clarifies the main challenging of primary teacher practice innovation teaching in Macau. On the other hand, thought of understanding of teacher’s attitude, we can more understanding the real situation in Macau’s educational innovation and encourage the teacher promoted educational innovation in Macau
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Children's with SEN Views About Their Experience in Inclusive Education - Lai, Hoi Lam (University of Saint Joseph, 2020)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Perspectives on extra-curricular activities in a secondary school: a survey - Lai, Ka Lon (University of Saint Joseph, 2004)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Business analysis and development of a tutorial center in Macau - Lai, Kai Neng (University of Saint Joseph, 2013)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

An analysis of whether collaborative and cooperative work can improve students' reading and writing in English and enhance the development of higher order thinking - Lai, Pak Cheong (University of Saint Joseph, 2004)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); 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

Educational technology and the learning of history in a middle school in Macao - Lai, Su Kei (University of Saint Joseph, 2011)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Nostalgia in Flux From the Perspective of Chinese Jia and Heidegger’s Heimat - Lai, Tong Chon (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Philosophy (MPH); University of Saint Joseph

Mangroves as a Nature-Based Solution for Coastal Water Eutrophication in Macao Sar China - Lai, Wai Ian (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Keywords: Master of Environmental Sciences and Management (MESM); University of Saint Joseph

Why did Uber Fail in Macau? Causes and Consequences of a New Digital Business Model Application - Lai, Weng Ian (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Communication and Media (MCM); University of Saint Joseph

Exploratory study on inns and guest houses in Macao: propose monitoring system and regulatory policy - Lai, Weng Lou (University of Saint Joseph, 2012)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Community Development (MCD); University of Saint Joseph

Exploring the Problems and Strategy Use by Primary School Teachers in Conducting Classroom Management Under the Policies of Inclusive Education in Macau =: 探討澳門融合教育政策下小學老師面對班級經營的困難及策略 - Lam Cheng (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Perception on occupational stress in the Hospitality Industry in Macau - Lam Chi Ieng (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
Employees in the hospitality industry, in particular, face difficult conditions such as overwork, job security, understaffing, and work-life imbalance in today's fast-paced society. Because of that, employees in the hospitality industry experience high levels of occupational stress. Severe conditions of occupational stress may not only lead to health issues for the employee but also affect their work performance. In order to get a better grasp of how occupational stress affects the employees in the hospitality industry in Macau, the research questions are: 1) What are the sources of stress in the Macau hospitality industry? 2) How does the COVID-19 pandemic change the perception of occupational stress among employees in the Macau hospitality industry? How do the companies help the employees in the Macau hospitality industry cope with occupational stress? have been formulated. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with eleven participants working in the hospitality industry, with a median age of 39 years and a median range of 13 years. Based on these interviews, participants expressed their perceptions of occupational stress under the categories of distress and eustress, while coding schemes were applied to all semi-structured interviews. The results on distress showed that reactions from employees and their working conditions, in particular, were the two most important determinants of occupational stress, while motivation helped people grow and develop their confidence. For the changes in occupational stress due to the pandemic, mental reactions from employees were the most significant determinant of occupational stress in the Macau hospitality industry during the changes brought about by the pandemic in these years, closely followed by employee job insecurity. In order to cope with occupational stress, employees should take responsibility for coping with their stress, but employers also have a role to play in this process, like providing good communications and proactive assistance to the employees. Finally, employees' responses were described as more negative as a result of their experience. Further research could focus on more methods for employees to cope with occupational stress in both physical and mental ways
Keywords: Stress; Thesis and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph; hospitality industry; occupational stress; stress management interventions

Illegal Immigration and Population Police in Macau: A Case Study of Fujianese Immigrants = 澳門非法移民問題及其治理——以澳門的福建移民為例 - Lam Lai Teng (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of History & Heritage Studies (MHHS); University of Saint Joseph

Effectiveness of mind over old-age depression (mood) programme for older persons in Macau - Lam, Chao Ut (University of Saint Joseph, 2013)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

Accounting in Macau: A Historical Perspective from 1970s until 2008 - Lam, Ching Chi (University of Saint Joseph, 2011)
The current research study embraced the objectives to investigate the transformation of accounting in Macau from the first set of accounting legislations in 1970s, through the first set of accounting standards in 1983, until a year after the first application of international accounting standards, by 2008. From the transformation, the role taken by accounting in the economy and the factors that have influenced the transformation were intended to identify. Through the historical picture, findings have supported and expanded the theoretical concepts that accounting was taking both active and passive roles in the economy. Furthermore, they also supported the theoretical concepts that culture, economic environment, political environment and education influenced the transformation of accounting. The objectives have been structured through three research issues identified from the analysis of past literatures. Five qualitative and quantitative research studies have been carried out, using primary and secondary data from both primary and secondary sources. In-depth interviews on 13 representative respondents of the government, the profession, the industry and the academia, directly or in-directly related with accounting have been done. A case study on a company doing business in Macau since 1970s was included to enrich, supplement and evaluate the findings on the accounting practice of Macau. Based on the findings, a model has been constructed that represented the interaction between accounting and the different factors of the economy. Contributions from the research findings have enriched the research literatures on the area of accounting history. Implications from the findings have generated better insights for the business and economic histories of Macau
Keywords: PhD in Business Administration (D-BA); Thesis and Dissertations; Thesis and Dissertations PhD in Business Administration (D-BA); 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

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

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

A common foreign and security policy in Sino-European relations: crosscurents in a changing relationship - Lam, Hon Kei (University of Saint Joseph, 2009)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Government Studies (MGS); University of Saint Joseph

Financial valuation of Hyatt Hotels Corporation - Lam, I. Leng (University of Saint Joseph, 2019)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Knowledge transfer in cross cultural team: a case study of Sino French water development company Limited - Lam, Ian Kit (University of Saint Joseph, 2012)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

澳門教師專業發展研究 –基於《非高等教育私立學校教學人員制度框架》的政策分析 - Lam, Iek Fei (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

小學資源教師教學成效及影響因素之研究 =: A STUDY ON THE TEACHING EFFECTS AND INFLUENCING FACTORS OF PRIMARY SCHOOL RESOURCE TEACHERS - Lam, Iok Ian (University of Saint Joseph, 2024)
Keywords: Inclusive Education; Resource Teachers; Teaching Effects; Teaching and Learning Situation; Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education(MED); University of Saint Joseph

Visitor and operator perceptions on destination image and destination brand personality of Macao - Lam, Iok Keng (University of Saint Joseph, 2010)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); 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

The labor market for casino dealers in Macau: future scenarios and implications for the city of dream - Lam, Ka Fai (University of Saint Joseph, 2013)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

User intention to adopt mobile payment services in Macau - Lam, Ka Wai (University of Saint Joseph, 2018)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation of the xerox corporation - Lam, Kam Long (University of Saint Joseph, 2012)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

澳門融合教育教師專業培訓與融合教育發展路向之研究 - Lam, Kin Ian (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

English as a foreign language: a comprehensive study on teacher's self-efficacy and its antecedents in Macao - Lam, Man Ieng; Malungu, Laurie Baker; Negreiros, João Garrott Marques (University of Saint Joseph, 2019)
As societies globalize, mastery of a second or multiple languages has become an important index to enhance interaction in the society. In that English is a is a widely used medium of communication globally for engagement in international business, commerce, science, technology and governance, the benefits of an efficacious English language teaching force to facilitate the English acquisition process of students in classrooms around the world is highly valued. For the purpose of this study, the English language teacher efficacy instrument (ELTEI) was adapted to the local context to measure the professional efficacy of the English as a foreign language (EFL) teacher participants. The objective of the research was to investigate the degree of relationship between antecedent conditions and specific teacher efficacy in Macao. A mixed-method approach in a sequential phase design was adopted to explore the efficacy of English language teachers serving Chinese medium schools in a non-English speaking region in Asia. Phase-one employed a qualitative approach to contextualize the measurement instrument and to ascertain important characteristics of the target population. Phase-two ensured a quantitative approach to yield understanding regarding the influence of key antecedent conditions on the efficacy of English language teachers in Macao. As evidenced through multiple linear regressions and structural equation modeling, openness, neuroticism, and perceived school support were significant predictors for teacher’s self-efficacy in English teaching. Recommendations for the school management to enhance and sustain the efficacy of EFL teachers in Macao were discussed
Keywords: PhD in Education (D-SE); Thesis and Dissertations; University of Saint Joseph

Adaptive music composition for ballet fundamental training barre and center practice - Lam, Man Yin (University of Saint Joseph, 2018)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

澳門普通幼兒家長對融合教育的態度 =: Attitude of parents with regular childern towards inclusive education in Macau - Lam, Ngai Meng (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation of melco crown entertainment - Lam, O. Fu (University of Saint Joseph, 2012)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Community health specialist nurses and primary health care in Macao: Linking core competencies with curriculum development - Lam, Oi Ching Bernice Nogueira (University of Saint Joseph, 2012)
This study focuses on curriculum development for competency-based training of advanced practice nursing and smoking cessation in Macao. The aims of this thesis are: (a) to link the core competencies of Advanced Practice Nursing (APN) to curriculum development; (b) to make recommendations for improved specialist nurse training to address current problems of nursing; and (c) to gather data to indicate the scope and the severity of the issues related to nurse training in Macao. The thesis presents a comprehensive literature review of theoretical frameworks of competency-based nursing curricula, curriculum development and design, quality assurance, best practice in competency based models of nursing education, theories of change and innovation, needs analysis and stakeholder satisfaction. The thesis develops and implements a needs analysis and situational analysis of nursing education in Macao, using a „mixed methods‟ approach that integrates quantitative and qualitative data to identify the needs for, and perception of, core competencies in Community Health APNs by the health professionals and clients of the community. This includes an empirical survey of stakeholders, semi-structured interviews with professionals in the field of nursing and nurse training, structured questionnaires from clients, observational data on training and implementation of competency-based curricula, and evaluation of a piece of curriculum implementation of an APN training program on smoking cessation. Through action research cycles, the thesis synthesizes a range of literature and empirical data, and, from these, gains feedback for improvement and refinement of the new curriculum to be implemented. As well as conducting client satisfaction surveys of the primary health care provision and services in Macau and how these could be improved, the thesis provides the framework for a competency-based curriculum for nursing education in Macau. The thesis argues that, in order to keep abreast with current developments in nurse training and practice worldwide, it is essential for APN education and training to adopt a competency-based approach and for curricula to be framed in terms of competencies and outcomes. It indicates that these are currently under-developed in Macao, and that there is an urgent need for them to be addressed, in terms of general, core and specific competencies (e.g. smoking cessation). The thesis argues that, for such developments to iii happen, fundamental changes will be required to curricula and to APN nursing practice, as, even though there may be changes to curricula, the opportunity to put general and specific competencies into practice by APNs is currently severely restricted because of a range of constraints in Macao. The thesis argues that there is an urgent need for APNs to receive competency-based training and practice for smoking cessation, and the opportunity to put this training into practice. It indicates that even short workshops and training programs can be effective. The thesis argues that current obstacles to such practice can be identified, but that overcoming them presents serious challenges to the current system, and will require action on many fronts, including revisions to local legislation, nurse credentialing, facilitation by senior managers of the health service, and an increase in the supply of nurses. The thesis indicates that there is a strong and united will for changes to be made to bring about competency-based training, curricula and practice in Macao, but that there are many practical barriers to be overcome in order to bring about these changes
Keywords: Macao; PhD in Education (D-SE); Practice Nursing; School of Education. Education; Smoking Cessation; Thesis and Dissertations; 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

Community Participation of Cultural Heritage Management in a Rapid Growing Economy: A Case Study of Macao, China - Lam, San (University of Saint Joseph, 2020)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of History & Heritage Studies (MHHS); University of Saint Joseph

Inclusive education in Macau: a dual teacher-parent perspective - Lam, Sao Lan (University of Saint Joseph, 2011)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Explanatory study of management style changes in the Philippines - Lam, Sok Chan (University of Saint Joseph, 2011)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); 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

NATURAL HAZARDS AND THE ROLE OF MANGROVES AS A NATURE-BASED SOLUTION FOR COASTAL PROTECTION IN MACAO SAR - Lam, Sut Ieng (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
The inundation problem in Macao is getting more attention recently, especially after the destructive impacts of typhoons Hato (2017) and Mangkut (2019). The inundation caused by storm surges is getting more severe with the rapid sea-level rise in Macao. Moreover, the potential threat of a tsunami in Macao, may be enhanced with rising sea-level. This research evaluated the risk of coastal hazards in Macao by analyzing the local meteorological data. The results of the analysis indicate a rising trend in the tropical cyclone intensity and more severe storm surges are expected to occur in the future. Moreover, this research explores the potential of Nature-based Solutions (NbS), particularly mangroves, to address the inundation problem in Macao. The study included a preliminary laboratory-based experiment and the application of local mangroves data in numerical models. The results of the experiment and numerical models demonstrate the ability of mangroves to attenuate waves. These findings, although preliminary, indicate that mangroves could be a promising NbS to address inundation issues in Macao. To effectively implement this NbS, further field investigations are needed to measure attenuation in-situ, as well as determine optimal locations for mangrove restoration projects
Keywords: Inundation; Mangroves; Master of Environmental Sciences and Management (MESM); Nature-based solutions; Sealevel rise; Storm surges; University of Saint Joseph; Wave attenuation

The use of multimedia in primary teaching: a case study - Lam, Szui Lui (University of Saint Joseph, 2003)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Financial valuation of AT&T Inc - Lam, Ut Wa (University of Saint Joseph, 2010)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The Financial Valuation of Facebook, Inc - Lam, Weng I. (University of Saint Joseph, 2020)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); 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

Adapting the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology 2 (Utaut 2) to Explain Acceptance of Battery Electric Vehicles: Evidence From Macau - Lampo, Alessandro (University of Saint Joseph, 2020)
Vehicles solely powered by electricity are a major technological innovation that combines individual transportation needs and environmental sustainability, yet their market penetration is low. Research has traditionally indicated factors such as the vehicle’s purchasing price, driving range, and charging time as the main barriers to adoption. However, the decision to adopt a technology also depends on what the technology represents to the user; therefore, other factors may be important to explain individuals’ behavior. This study is a quantitative and cross-sectional look at the behavioral intention to adopt battery electric vehicles (BEVs) technology in the context of Macau. The research builds on the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology 2 (UTAUT 2) (Venkatesh et. al., 2012) to explain the characteristics of the local consumers. Besides the addition of image and environmental concern to the theoretical model, the study also put forward and evaluate the construct of technology show-off, an original measure of the visible and experiential characteristics of a technology. A sample of 236 Macau residents was analyzed by structural equation modeling (SEM). The analysis of the data supported the explanatory and predictive power of our model and helped to describe the idiosyncrasies of local residents. The results provide insights related to individual technology acceptance that could be useful in designing more accurate strategies and fostering the uptake of BEVs in Macau or markets that share similarities
Keywords: PhD in Business Administration (D-BA); Thesis and Dissertations; Thesis and Dissertations PhD in Business Administration (D-BA); University of Saint Joseph

Management in Macao: global, regional, local forces and critical challenges - Lampo, Alessandro (University of Saint Joseph, 2011)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

A study on the service quality and student satisfaction in student dormitory service at the University of Macau - Lao, Cheok Hin (University of Saint Joseph, 2013)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

澳門普通教師對融合教育的信念和實踐經驗: 一間融合教育資助計劃之幼稚園的個案研究=Macau Ordinary Kindergarten Teachers’ Belief and Practical Experience in Inclusive Education: A Case Study of a Kindergarten that Has Just Joined the Inclusive Education Funding Scheme - Lao, Cíntia da Rosa (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

The urban system of the “Portuguese” city of Macau: inventory of the parish model and heritage patterns - Lao, Fong I. (University of Saint Joseph, 2010)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of History & Heritage Studies (MHHS); University of Saint Joseph

EVALUATION OF MANGROVE BLUE CARBON AS A POTENTIAL FOR CLIMATE CHANGE MITIGATION IN MACAU - Lao, Hio Wai (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
Climate change is a global issue but its impact can be felt locally. Macau SAR has been rapidly developing since the single shift towards a gaming industry-dominated economy, the overwhelming anthropogenic activities contributing to increasing pollution. Mangroves, which play an essential role as the blue carbon system with a high carbon sequestration rate could be a natural base solution to the pollution. This study aims to determine 1) the total organic Carbon (TOC) in the soil of Macau mangrove sites, 2) comparison with the methodology evaluating the organic Carbon, and 3) organic Carbon comparison between Macau and other regions. Soil sampling were processed under the Blue Carbon Initiative guideline, and the samples were divided into two parts for determining the TOC%, combustion method from Hong Kong, and methodology of ashing in our laboratory. The overall estimated TOC% of Macau mangrove sites was 1.29%. There are still a lot of potentials in Carbon storage and for climate change mitigation in Macau
Keywords: Carbon sequestration; Mangroves; Master of Environmental Sciences and Management (MESM); University of Saint Joseph; blue Carbon

Intention Towards Online Counseling among Service Provider in Macau=: 澳門社會服務提供者對應用線上輔導的意向 - Lao, Hoi Keong (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Social Work (MSW); University of Saint Joseph

THE VALUATION OF MCDONALD’S CORPORATION (NYSE: MCD) - Lao, Hong U. (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
This paper analyses the valuation of McDonald's Corporation (MCD) as of December 31, 2021. An estimate of the Company's intrinsic value will also be provided. In addition, the internal company factors and external market conditions influencing company valuations and share prices will be discussed. The study has two main objectives: Determine the intrinsic value of McDonald's common stock as of December 31, 2021, and compare it to the actual stock market price on the same date. An assessment of the stock’s market price should represent the Company's true value on that day. Research can then verify whether it was overvalued or undervalued on that day. Identify internal company factors and external market environment factors that affect the Company's operations. This information will be used to gain a deeper understanding of the sensitivity analysis results. Possible scenarios will be discussed to reflect how these factors stimulate macroeconomic, industry, and business developments, as well as the strategic responses of industry players or competitors. McDonald's possible strategic responses to these scenarios will also be assessed. In this paper, a combination of qualitative and quantitative research methods will be employed. Data collection and analyses in Chapters 2 to 5 will use a qualitative approach, which includes data related to McDonald's, industry, and economic analyses. Chapters 5 to 8 will apply qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis methods. Data will be collected from McDonald's annual report for the fiscal year from December 2017 to December 2021
Keywords: Intrinsic Value; McDonald's; Sensitivity Analysis; Thesis and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph; Valuation

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

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

Motivation and factors affecting Japanese learning at the institute for tourism studies - Lao, Meng (University of Saint Joseph, 2011)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

The Impact of Father-Adolescent Relationship on Child Development in Macao - Lao, Pak Lun (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); University of Saint Joseph

The Collaboration and Challenges Faced by Therapists within Professional Inclusive Education Teams in Macau =: 澳門治療師在融合教育專業團隊中的合作情況及挑戰 - Lao, Pek San (University of Saint Joseph, 2023)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph; 合作模式; 團隊合作; 治療服務; 澳門治療師

Classroom Supports For Primary 5 to Form 3 Students with Emotional and Behavioural Challenges: A Case Study Approach - Lao, Pek Weng (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

澳門融合生家長參與個別化教育計劃之現況分析 - Lao, Sin Ian (University of Saint Joseph, 2020)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); 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

The Association Between Early/ Emerging Adult-Parent Attachment and Problematic Internet Use Among College Students in Macao - Lao, Sio Mei (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Couselling and Psychotherapy (MCP); 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

Improvement in English learning by using a systematic learning approach in reading comprehension: a case study in primary school of Macau - Lao, Wai Man (University of Saint Joseph, 2018)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Education (MED); University of Saint Joseph

Impact of Noise on Early Development and Hearing in Zebrafish (Danio rerio) - Lara, Rafael Ayala (University of Saint Joseph, 2020)
Fishes are highly specialized in extracting ecologically relevant information from their diverse acoustic habitats since early developmental stages. The zebrafish (Danio rerio) is a valuable and well-stablished vertebrate model for investigating hearing functioning and disorders, development of the inner ear in vertebrates including humans, drug discovery, ecotoxicology assessments and behavioral research. Although the acoustic environment is known to shape the structure and sensitivity of auditory systems, there is no information on the natural soundscape of this species. Zebrafish are typically reared in large-scale artificial housing systems, which acoustic properties and potential effects on hearing remain largely unknown. Even though elevated levels of noise are widely present in most aquatic soundscapes and to an even greater extent in artificial environments, very limited information is known on how this important environmental stressor impacts species’ development and physiology, hearing capabilities and inner ear morphology, and behaviour. Considering that noise pollution is rapidly increasing in aquatic ecosystems, causing detrimental effects on survivability and growth and altering physiology and behaviour of organisms, it is of paramount importance to assess how this stressor affects wildlife, especially in early ontogeny, a critical period for development and establishment of phenotypic traits. For this thesis I aimed to 1) characterize the soundscape of both zebrafish natural habitats and laboratory captive conditions, and discuss possible impact on auditory sensitivity. Sound recordings were conducted in five distinct zebrafish habitats (Southwest India), from quieter stagnant environments with diverse biological/abiotic sounds to louder watercourses characterized by current and moving substrate, while artificial environmental characterization was conducted on three typical zebrafish housing systems. 8 In order to assess the impact of noise exposure on early development, my next goal was to 2) perform a split-brood experiment to test the effects of chronic noise exposure to increasing levels (130 and 150 dB re 1 μPa, continuous white noise) and different temporal regimes (mimicking shipping activity) on larval zebrafish in regards to general development, physiological stress, and behavioural patterns. Finally, the last objective consisted on 3) testing the effects of chronic noise exposure on auditory sensitivity measured based on inner ear saccular microphonics and acoustic-evoked startle responses (prepulse inhibition paradigm) in larval zebrafish, as well as evaluating whether sensitivity changes were paralleled by altered inner ear morphology. Based on bioacoustics methods, my first study found that zebrafish natural soundscape varied between 98 and 126 dB re 1 lPa in sound pressure levels. Sound spectra presented most energy below 3000 Hz and quieter noise windows were found in the noisiest habitats matching the species best hearing range. Contrastingly, recordings from zebrafish housing systems revealed higher sound levels (122–143 dB) and most energy below 1000Hz with more spectral peaks, which might cause significant impact such as auditory masking or even hearing loss. In my second research work, the acoustic treatments did not affect general development or hatching but increased noise levels led to a significant increase in mortality of larval zebrafish. The cardiac rate, yolk sac consumption and cortisol levels increased significantly with increasing noise level at both 3 and 5 dpf (days post fertilization). Variations in noise time presentations (different random noise periods similar to shipping activity) suggested that the presence of longer silent intervals is important to down-regulate physiological stress. Moreover, 5 dpf larvae exposed to 150 dB continuous noise regimes displayed increased dark avoidance in an anxiety-related dark/light preference test and displayed a significant 9 impairment in spontaneous alternation behaviour (SAB) a memory and sensorimotor related behaviour. Finally, in the last thesis goal, I found that noise-exposed specimens displayed significantly lower hair cell number and saccular epithelial area. This change in sensory morphology was paralleled by a significant decrease in inner ear saccular sensitivity at lower frequencies (100 to 200 Hz) in 5 dpf larvae. Sensorimotor hearing assessment revealed a hypersensitisation effect in noise-exposed group that displayed higher startle swimming velocity, but also significant decrease in sensitivity at 200 Hz. Altogether, this thesis provides an important ground for future research on the adaptation of zebrafish auditory system to the natural soundscapes, and highlights the importance of controlling noise conditions in captivity systems. Furthermore, results provide first evidence of noise-induced physiological stress, anxiety-driven behaviours and memory impairment in larval zebrafish larvae, showing that both noise amplitude and timing may negatively impact key physiological and behavioural endpoints in early ontogeny. The thesis also reports new findings on how acoustic stress may impact the structure and function of the inner ear in larval fish, which was followed by decreased sensitivity in sensorimotor responses to acoustic stimuli. My research highlights the importance of investigating how altered soundscapes and associated physiological and behavioural stress may affect important sensitive windows in development and impose new evolutionary challenges under a scenario of global change
Publisher: University of Saint Joseph
Keywords: PhD in Education (D-SE); Thesis and Dissertations; University of Saint Joseph

Talent management in the office of infrastructure development: a work report - Lau, Ariann Paula (University of Saint Joseph, 2012)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Community Development (MCD); University of Saint Joseph

Evaluating the comments & complaints from Japanese guests and mainland Chinese guests in hotel Okura Macau - Lau, Fong Peng (University of Saint Joseph, 2013)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

The relationship between work engagement, meaning in life, satisfaction with life and happiness - Lau, Kin Hong (University of Saint Joseph, 2012)
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

Enhancing Learning of Accounting for Non-Accounting students: Through Lens of Theory of Planned Behavior and Experiential Learning Styles - Lau, Meng Chan (University of Saint Joseph, 2020)
This thesis aims to explore how learning accounting for non-accounting major students could be enhanced through a comprehensive framework connecting individual attributes and learning approaches. While accounting is considered an important and mandatory discipline for business students, it is also considered a difficult subject which deters students’ engagement in the subject. Although the issue has been widely recognized, there are relatively less discussions on possible remedies. Learning accounting is a dynamic process that go beyond the traditional one-to-many learning and teaching settings, all factors revolving the students’ learning environment and process, altogether determine and affect the learning efficiencies. A meta-analysis was first performed to understand the standings of accounting education and to identify gaps within existing literatures in the field of management, accounting, tourism and general education researches. A documentary review on the curricula of all Macau HEI programs involving compulsory accounting courses was also conducted to understand the role and significance of accounting courses for non-accounting college students in Macau. Based on the literature review, this study borrows constructs from theory of planned behavior (TPB) models in its research framework. It attempts to provide a comprehensive framework to understand how students learn accounting efficiently by delving into individual learning styles of the students and their perceived helpfulness and self-efficacy, in respective to different learning techniques. Due to its exploratory nature, a mixed method of qualitative and quantitative methodology is adopted, where both focus group discussions and in-depth interviews are performed with non-accounting students to elicit understandings on student’s difficulties in learning accounting and their preferences for different learning styles. Then, a full-scale quantitative survey is conducted in a Macau higher education institute to assess the learning efficiencies of accounting in different situations. A triangulation with feedback from faculties and administrators are also elicited to provide alternate dimensions on the issues. With no surprise, there is no one best 3 teaching style or method for all students, this thesis contributes to accounting education research by provide a comprehensive diagnosis on the all-round learning stimulus and hindrance in learning accounting. At the end, recommendations are provided for accounting educators to emphasize on the uniqueness of students and to encourage a more dynamic and open environment for learning. Limitations of the studies are also discussed
Keywords: PhD in Business Administration (D-BA); Thesis and Dissertations; University of Saint Joseph

Fernand Braudel and China - Lau, Nga Lai (University of Saint Joseph, 2011)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of History & Heritage Studies (MHHS); University of Saint Joseph

A financial valuation of the adobe systems incorporated - Law, Kwun Kau (University of Saint Joseph, 2012)
Keywords: Theses and Dissertations Master of Business Administration (MBA); University of Saint Joseph

Grammar of Macao Creole Portuguese with Typological and Semiotic Considerations - Lebel, Alexandre (University of Saint Joseph, 2021)
Macao Creole Portuguese (MacCP) is a critically endangered language spoken in Southeastern China. The formation of MacCP is attributed to the speakers of Portuguese-based creole languages in Asia (Asian CPs), especially Papia Kristang, the Malayo-Portuguese of Malacca (MalCP). Since the 19th century, MacCP has been traditionally classified as Sino-Portuguese, but comparative methods incited some authors to treat MacCP within the Malayo-Portuguese group. In Macao, the Malaccan origin of MacCP, known as Patúa or Maquista, is generally underestimated or misunderstood by the local population, including the Macanese/Maquista community. The main goal of this research is to clarify the origin of MacCP from a typological perspective on grammatical features. Secondly, while considering a possible revitalization of Maquista, the research should assess the significance of the Malayo- and Sino-Portuguese classifications in popular narratives and relate the language to current practices. The grammar of MacCP emerged from the complex linguistic ecology of the Portuguese colonial expansion in Asia. The documentation of Asian CPs allows us to sketch possible scenarios that explain the formation of MacCP according to linguistic, historical and social factors. A digital corpus of MacCP containing archive documents, contemporary literature, and oral transcriptions was assembled in order to produce a systematic review of 130 grammatical features, as defined in the Atlas of Pidgin and Creole Language Structures Online (APiCS Online – Michaelis et al. [eds] 2013). MacCP and MalCP share certain features that are not found in South Asian CPs, such as the in situ position of interrogative words, the reduplication for nominal plural, the form of reciprocal constructions, and the verb serialization of motion constructions, thus pointing to the Malayo-Portuguese origin. At the same time, other features suggest a certain influence from Sinitic languages, mainly Cantonese and Hokkien, such as the convergence between the genitive, adjective and relative clause constructions, the double-object construction, the verb-neg-verb polar question, the copular focus construction, the reduplication inducing a change of word class or semantics, and the use of certain deontic, imperative, and prohibitive verbal markers. The comparative analysis of the grammars of MacCP, MalCP and other Asian CPs can be represented quantitatively by the means of a phylogenetic network (SplitsTree4 – Huson & Bryant 2006). The results clearly indicate that, from a structural perspective, MacCP belongs to the Malayo-Portuguese group and the presence of Sinitic elements did not affect the core of the grammar. In fact, MacCP and MalCP appear to be more similar to each other than to the former Malayo-Portuguese of Batavia. However, the Malayo-Portuguese classification of MacCP does not resonate with the Macanese community. By contrast, the Sino-Portuguese classification translates current linguistic, social and semiotic practices. A socio-semiotic survey among the millennial generation of Macanese and the consideration of themes and motifs in Maquista literature indicates that the revitalization of Maquista simultaneously implies, in their views, the preservation of the Cantonese and Portuguese heritage
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations PhD in Education (D-SE); 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

澳門長者對樂齡科技的感知及應用動機研究 =: Elderly's Perception and Motivation for the Application of Gerontechnology in Macau - Lee, Hou Sun (University of Saint Joseph, 2022)
Keywords: Thesis and Dissertations Master of Social Work (MSW); University of Saint Joseph