@phdthesis{felix_framework_2023, address = {Macau}, title = {Framework proposition for identification, impact analysis and intervention on causes of delay in construction projects in the {Greater} {Bay} based on descriptive analytics and artificial intelligence}, url = {https://library-opac.usj.edu.mo/cgi-bin/koha/opac-detail.pl?biblionumber=220121&query_desc=kw%2Cwrdl%3A%20FRAMEWORK%20PROPOSITION%20FOR%20IDENTIFICATION}, language = {eng}, school = {University of Saint Joseph}, author = {Felix, Fung Ka Chun}, collaborator = {Joao, Alexandre Lobo Marques}, year = {2023}, } @phdthesis{lai_chi_meng_identification_2023, address = {Macau}, title = {{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}}, url = {https://library-opac.usj.edu.mo/cgi-bin/koha/opac-detail.pl?biblionumber=208813}, abstract = {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}, language = {eng}, school = {University of Saint Joseph}, author = {Lai Chi Meng and Marques, João Alexandre Lobo}, collaborator = {University of Saint Joseph}, year = {2023}, keywords = {Thesis and Dissertations PhD in Government Studies (D-GS), University of Saint Joseph}, } @phdthesis{iong_conceptual_2022, address = {Macau}, title = {A {Conceptual} {Model} of {Behavioral} {Factors} {Affecting} the {Adoption} of {E}-government {Services} in {Macao} {SAR}}, url = {https://library-opac.usj.edu.mo/cgi-bin/koha/opac-detail.pl?biblionumber=201223}, abstract = {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}, language = {eng}, school = {University of Saint Joseph}, author = {Iong, Kit Yeng}, collaborator = {Lao-Phillips, Jenny Oliveros}, year = {2022}, keywords = {Thesis and Dissertations PhD in Government Studies (D-GS), University of Saint Joseph}, } @phdthesis{lampo_adapting_2020, address = {Macao}, type = {{PhD} in {Business} {Administration}}, title = {Adapting the {Unified} {Theory} of {Acceptance} and {Use} of {Technology} 2 ({Utaut} 2) to {Explain} {Acceptance} of {Battery} {Electric} {Vehicles}: {Evidence} {From} {Macau}}, shorttitle = {Adapting the {Unified} {Theory} of {Acceptance} and {Use} of {Technology} 2 ({Utaut} 2) to {Explain} {Acceptance} of {Battery} {Electric} {Vehicles}}, url = {http://library-opac.usj.edu.mo/cgi-bin/koha/opac-detail.pl?biblionumber=174665}, abstract = {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}, language = {eng}, school = {University of Saint Joseph}, author = {Lampo, Alessandro}, collaborator = {Silva, Susana Costa and Lao-Phillips, Jenny Oliveros}, year = {2020}, keywords = {PhD in Business Administration (D-BA), Thesis and Dissertations, Thesis and Dissertations PhD in Business Administration (D-BA), University of Saint Joseph}, } @phdthesis{lau_enhancing_2020, address = {Macau}, title = {Enhancing {Learning} of {Accounting} for {Non}-{Accounting} students: {Through} {Lens} of {Theory} of {Planned} {Behavior} and {Experiential} {Learning} {Styles}}, url = {http://library-opac.usj.edu.mo/cgi-bin/koha/opac-detail.pl?biblionumber=174642}, abstract = {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}, school = {University of Saint Joseph}, author = {Lau, Meng Chan}, collaborator = {Negreiros, João Garrott Marques and Lao-Phillips, Jenny Oliveros}, year = {2020}, keywords = {PhD in Business Administration (D-BA), Thesis and Dissertations, University of Saint Joseph}, } @phdthesis{lei_banking_2019, address = {Macau}, title = {Banking efficiency and competition: an empirical research on {Macau}'s banking industry}, url = {http://library-opac.usj.edu.mo/cgi-bin/koha/opac-detail.pl?biblionumber=173253}, abstract = {This research examines the relationship between banking competition and efficiency using relevant data of Macau banking industry from 1999 to 2016. The key finding of this research is to demonstrate a clear causality between competition and efficiency in Macau’s banking industry throughout the study period. The interaction between two vital factors of the banking industry provides a solid empirical evidence for the practitioners and policymakers to make sound decisions accordingly. The most recent data show that there is a wide variation of key operational indicators of different banks in 2016. However, this study finds no evidence that the size of operations in terms of total bank loans would impact banks’ efficiency. Economies of scale or market share doesn’t necessarily bring cost efficiency in Macau’s banking industry}, school = {University of Saint Joseph}, author = {Lei, Hoi Kin}, collaborator = {Xia, Harry}, year = {2019}, keywords = {Doctorate of Business Administration (D-BA), Thesis and Dissertations, University of Saint Joseph}, } @phdthesis{phillips_succession_2018, address = {Macau}, title = {Succession in {Chinese} family business: transgenerational transmission of social capital in {Macao}}, url = {http://library-opac.usj.edu.mo/cgi-bin/koha/opac-detail.pl?biblionumber=174068}, abstract = {This dissertation reports on a study which aims to add to the theoretical understanding of how social capital is transferred from one generation to the next in business families. Studies in the field of family business have emphasized the importance of succession for the survival of family businesses, but while the succession process and planning have been widely studied, the examination of social capital succession is scarce. As for the studies in family business’s social capital, the importance of social capital as a source of competitive advantage which already exists in business families have often been expressed, but there is a lack of research in the means of transferring this form of capital from the family business leaders to their successors. The study presented here addresses this gap in family business succession literature and social capital literature, explaining the means of transgenerational succession of social capital in family businesses. This is a qualitative research using the multiple case study method which aims to investigate the means of social capital transmission by comparing the cases of five different Chinese family businesses in Macau, which are in the succession process, with the successor currently managing the firm while the former generation business leaders are in the process of handing over the business and preparing for retirement. In doing so, this research offers a theoretical framework of explaining how social capital is transmitted from the incumbents to the successors throughout a five-stage succession process developed for this research. The forms of social capital that exists in family businesses are identified from previous literature, in order to clearly explain how these different forms of social capital are passed on from generation to generation based on the review on succession process introduced in published literature. A theoretical iii framework is formed from the two parent theories on family business succession and social capital, and is then verified empirically from five Chinese family businesses in Macau. The cases are developed through in-depth interviews with the incumbents and successors of the family businesses, informal interviews with stakeholders (including family members, business associates, non-family employees and customers), direct observation on the premises of the Chinese family businesses and secondary data, in order to study the process of intergenerational transmission of social capital in these Chinese family businesses}, school = {University of Saint Joseph}, author = {Phillips, Jenny Oliveros Lao}, collaborator = {Alves, José}, year = {2018}, keywords = {PhD in Business Administration (D-BA), Thesis and Dissertations, University of Saint Joseph}, } @phdthesis{goncalves_lusophone-african_2017, address = {Macau}, title = {Lusophone-{African} multinational enterprises internationalization mode: a case analysis of {Angolan} and {Mozambican} enterprises}, url = {http://library-opac.usj.edu.mo/cgi-bin/koha/opac-detail.pl?biblionumber=174069}, abstract = {Several internationalization theories have been developed over the past few decades that have made great contributions in explaining enterprise internationalization and their mode of entry strategy. It has been suggested that the determinants of entry mode choice of enterprises from emerging and frontier markets differ from those of comparable enterprises from advanced economies. Literature review appears to indicate that there is a need to expand the framework for entry mode strategies to accommodate the expansion issues enterprises from emerging and frontier countries face in the global marketplace. Nevertheless, not much information and acceptable conclusion has been made on how MNEs from frontier markets internationalize and what factors influence their choice of entry into those markets. This study investigated the internationalization strategies of Lusophone Africa MNEs from Angola and Mozambique, more specifically their entry mode. Information was gathered through a survey of 29 MNE’s upper management respondents and subsequent face-to-face semi-structured interviews with 24 of them in their countries. The results of this study suggest that most MNEs opted for equity-based investment strategies, mainly joint venture and M\&E as their preferred mode of entry when internationalizing. A significant group of them opted for e- commerce/e-business strategies, and direct and indirect exports. A smaller portion of the interviewees chose Greenfield investment as a mode of entry. Many of these MNEs could be classified as born global/INV. Finally, this study presents a conceptual framework for use in studying the entry mode choice of enterprises from Lusophone Africa frontier markets and presents research propositions for better understanding the determinants of entry mode strategies of enterprise from Angola and Mozambique. Keywords: Internationalization, Entry Mode, Emerging Markets, Frontier Markets, Lusophone African MNEs, Angola, Mozambique}, school = {University of Saint Joseph}, author = {Gonçalves, Marcus Vinicius Amaral}, collaborator = {Alves, José}, year = {2017}, keywords = {PhD in Business Administration (D-BA), Thesis and Dissertations, University of Saint Joseph}, } @phdthesis{diakite_aid_2016, address = {Macau}, title = {Aid and poverty reduction: comparing {China} and {France}'s aid policies and projects in {Guinea}}, shorttitle = {Aid and poverty reduction}, url = {http://library-opac.usj.edu.mo/cgi-bin/koha/opac-detail.pl?biblionumber=174085&query_desc=kw%2Cwrdl%3A%20Government%20Studies}, abstract = {The purpose of this research is to analyse the nexus between foreign aid and poverty reduction. In this research, aid provided by traditional and (re)emerging donors, China and France, was compared to understand their strategies toward poverty reduction and the impact of their aid in improving the conditions of their beneficiaries. Guinea, a Least Developed Country, was used as unit of comparison and assessment. Qualitative research methodology was used to collect data about the two aid donors, China and France. Among other research tools used, there are documents’ analysis (official documents from donors and recipients, declarations, scholarly works, media articles, etc.), interviews with various stakeholders, site visits and observation. As for main findings, this research found similarities and differences between China and France’s aid strategies in general and in Guinea in particular. There are similarities in the ways they integrate poverty reduction into their aid policies, motives and partly in their geographical and sectoral allocation systems. In terms of differences, they use different instruments and conditions to deliver their aid for poverty reduction. Regarding the impact of their aid, both donors have to some extent contributed to improving the access of the poor population in Guinea to basic services such as education, health, water and sanitation, etc. Finally, contrary to those who have denied the importance of foreign aid as a financial tool to reduce poverty, this research posits that aid is still a relevant tool to address poverty. However, more work needs to be done at donor, recipient and direct beneficiaries’ levels to ensure its effectiveness. On the other hand, it posits that the divide between traditional and (re)-emerging donors is becoming blurred as their strategies to address poverty are becoming increasingly alike}, language = {eng}, school = {University of Saint Joseph}, author = {Diakité, Ansoumane Douty}, collaborator = {Tran, Émilie}, year = {2016}, keywords = {Thesis and Dissertations PhD in Government Studies (D-GS), University of Saint Joseph}, } @phdthesis{olukayode_influence_2014, address = {Macau}, title = {The influence of bilateral trade agreements on mode of market entry choice of resources seeking {Chinese} firms operating in {Nigeria}}, url = {http://library-opac.usj.edu.mo/cgi-bin/koha/opac-detail.pl?biblionumber=174067}, abstract = {In the past three decades there have being an increase in the number of Bilateral Trade Agreements (BTAs) globally. These agreements involve huge human and financial movements and are essentially based on trade and investment. This phenomenon has brought new dimension to global business environment by changing the landscape in whichfirms from emerging markets operate in another emerging market. In the light of this, this dissertation is to examine how bilateral trade agreementsprovisions influence choice of foreign market entry mode of resource seeking Chinese Multinational Enterprises operating in Nigeria. This study adopts a qualitative design, collecting data using semi-structured interviews. The data are analyzed with content analysis and explanation building to identify themes through application of replication logic. The data obtained from the interviews regarding the research questions are presented and discussed as major findings and adoptedfor the creation of the new model for the study of resources seeking firm’s choice of market entry modes in emerging markets The model developed in this dissertation makes a contribution to theory for the study of market entry modes of MNEs from developing countries entering another developing country. In this case, Chinese resources seeking multinational firms entering Nigeria. Elements of Dunning’s OLI theory, Resources Dependency Theory, and Institution theory extended for the purpose for the theory development process. This investigation also provides important information to assist state policy actors in their development of bilateral trade agreements between China and Nigeria. Implications for firms and their involvement in developing countries and with framework where bilateral trade agreements exist are also provided}, school = {University of Saint Joseph}, author = {Olukayode, Iwaloye Ojo}, collaborator = {Trimarchi, Michael}, year = {2014}, keywords = {PhD in Business Administration (D-BA), Thesis and Dissertations, University of Saint Joseph}, } @phdthesis{lo_understanding_2013, address = {Macau}, title = {Understanding {Employee} {Turnover} in {Multi}-{Cultural} {High} {Demand} {Situations}: {The} {Hotel} {Service} {Industry} in {Macau} (2008-2012)}, shorttitle = {Understanding {Employee} {Turnover} in {Multi}-{Cultural} {High} {Demand} {Situations}}, url = {http://library-opac.usj.edu.mo/cgi-bin/koha/opac-detail.pl?biblionumber=143153}, language = {eng}, school = {University of Saint Joseph}, author = {Lo, Ka In}, collaborator = {Whitfield, Richard}, year = {2013}, keywords = {2008-2012, Hotel Service Industry, Macau}, } @phdthesis{mieiro_dutch_2013, address = {Macau}, title = {Dutch {Disease} {In} {Macau}: {Theoretical} {Modeling}, {Empirical} {Diagnosis} {And} {Treatments}}, shorttitle = {Dutch {Disease} {In} {Macau}}, url = {http://library-opac.usj.edu.mo/cgi-bin/koha/opac-detail.pl?biblionumber=143157}, language = {eng}, school = {University of Saint Joseph}, author = {Mieiro, Susana Margarida Baptista}, collaborator = {Alves, José}, year = {2013}, keywords = {Dutch Disease, Macau}, } @phdthesis{rato_subjective_2013, address = {Macau}, title = {Subjective {Wellbeing} {And} {Quality} of {Work} {Life} in {Macau}}, url = {http://library-opac.usj.edu.mo/cgi-bin/koha/opac-detail.pl?biblionumber=143407}, language = {eng}, school = {University of Saint Joseph}, author = {Rato, Ricardo Jorge Parreira}, collaborator = {Alves, José and Davey, Gareth}, year = {2013}, keywords = {China, Macau (Special Administrative Region), Quality of life, Research}, } @phdthesis{lam_accounting_2011, address = {Macau}, title = {Accounting in {Macau}: {A} {Historical} {Perspective} from 1970s until 2008}, shorttitle = {Accounting in {Macau}}, url = {http://library-opac.usj.edu.mo/cgi-bin/koha/opac-detail.pl?biblionumber=143138&query_desc=kw%2Cwrdl%3A%20Government%20Studies}, abstract = {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}, language = {eng}, school = {University of Saint Joseph}, author = {Lam, Ching Chi}, collaborator = {Alves, José}, year = {2011}, keywords = {PhD in Business Administration (D-BA), Thesis and Dissertations, Thesis and Dissertations PhD in Business Administration (D-BA), University of Saint Joseph}, }