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Title: Navigating the New Normal - A Qualitative Study on the Evolving Role of Managers in the Transition to a Hybrid Work Model Seminar date: June 2nd 2023 Course: FEKH49, Degree Project Undergraduate level, Business Administration, Undergraduate level, 15 University Credits Points (UPC) or ECTS‐ cr) Authors: Adam Östbergh, Rasmus Jelonek, Vera Woelfer Advisor: Nadja Sörgärde Key words: Hybr
Against a backdrop of economic stagnation and declining birth rate, fatherhood in Japan has drawn increasing attention over the past three decades from the state, the media, and the general public. Of particular interest is the emergence of a new kind of fathering known as ikumen, which centres active involvement in childcare. Using LaRossa’s (1988) model of the “asynchrony” of change in the cultu
This thesis investigates the strategic use of narratives in Chinese Buddhist public diplomacy to support the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) in Thailand. This study examines the different levels of narrative formation, including system, identity, and issue narratives, to provide a comprehensive understanding of the mechanisms that drive communication, persuasion, and influence in international affa
This thesis examines the effects of early childhood development centers (ECDC) on unpaid care work (UCW) and women's economic empowerment in Rwanda. Thanks to the collaboration of ActionAid Rwanda (AAR), data from a sample of women in Nyanza district was collected and analyzed to gain insights into UCW dynamics and the role of ECDCs in women's lives. The findings indicate that ECDCs have s
Title:Does the announcement of cross-border acquisitions create value for the acquiring company? Seminar date: 2023-06-01 Course:FEKH89 Business Administration: Bachelor Degree Project in Financial Management Undergraduate Level, 15 ECTS credits Authors: Almegård Amélie, Andersson Sofia, Sharba Rim Advisor: Andersson, Göran Key words: Cross-border Acquisitions; Synergies; Short-term Value Cr
Linjär infrastruktur såsom kraftledningar har genom ett markanspråk en negativ inverkan på organismer och på miljön, både under konstruktion och i drift. Parallellt med ett ökat tryck på den biologiska mångfalden och kvaliteten på våra ekosystem finns ett ökat energibehov som konsekvent kräver vidare utbyggnad av elsystemet. Samtidigt har kraftledningsgatorna en potential att utgöra habitat och spLinear transportation infrastructure such as powerlines generate documented adverse effects on biodiversity. However, the potential of powerline corridors to constitute habitats, a dispersal corridor, or as potential to create value for biodiversity remains somewhat controversial. This case study investigates what the drivers and challenges are to create value for biodiversity combined with the p
This paper explores the career development of non-male workers in the video game industry in a male-dominated context. It examines their motivation, perception of success, goals, and values. The aim was to contribute to the discourse on the experience of minorities in a majority-dominated work context and how this affects their career development. This study followed two research strategies, groun
Previous research on Donna Tartt’s debut novel The Secret History in regards to its intertextual relevance has helped in understanding the traditional campus novel, as well as redefined the classical murder mystery. However, little research has been made on its characters and its portrayal of the human experience. Additionally, plenty of research has been made into Nietzsche’s philosophical work T
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) is a crucial aspect to product development. Companies need to make sure their products live up to the standards that exists around the world. One way of reducing electromagnetic emissions is to shield the product, using some conducting material, for instance, copper. An issue arises, though, when transparency is needed, like it is for cameras. At Axis Communicat
Titel: Constructing Yourself as a Female Manager: A qualitative analysis of how women construct their identities as Managers. Seminar date: 2/6 Course: FEKH49, Bachelor thesis in Management and Organisation, Undergraduate level, 15 University Credits Points. Authors: Sonia Jönsson, Nora Listrup, Johanna Schoug Supervisor: Anna Stevenson Keywords: Female Manager Identity, Female Manager Identi
Title: The Implementation of a Sustainable Corporate Brand: How to Implement a Sustainable Corporate Brand by Management of a Retail Organization Through Rebranding Date of the Seminar: 2nd of June 2023 Course: BUSN39 Degree Project in Global Marketing Authors: Henriette Grønlund Christensen and Julie Melchior Eide Supervisor: Veronika Tarnovskaya Keywords: Sustainability, corporate branding
The aim of this study was to gain a nuanced understanding of how craft-oriented brands mobilise consumers to slow down fashion consumption. A qualitative, multiple case study was conducted with three case companies: Fæbrik, FabPatch and Nudie Jeans, applying methods such as expert interviews and complementary online observation. In the analysis three themes were identified (Personalisation, Involv
Alfa Laval’s business unit Gasketed Plate Heat Exchanger uses Sales and Operations Planning to balance supply with demand to ensure profitable growth. Currently, the business unit is experiencing inefficiencies as they fail to execute the plans from Sales and Operations Planning. Large inventories, high obsolescence, material availability, and “firefighting” are some problems mentioned. To support
This paper examines the impact of inflation on the income tax in Spain from 1979 to 1987. By introducing a new approach using dynamic microsimulation and the Elasticity of Taxable Income (ETI), we analyze three dimensions of the tax: revenue, progressivity, and redistribution. The microsimulation reveals that the lack of adjustment of the income tax to inflation: 1) accounts for 44% of the increas
This text discusses the impact of economic liberalization in India in 1991. The aim of this study is to investigate how the 1991 reforms, which increased foreign investments and entrepreneurship, contributed to economic growth. The paper provides a detailed background of the socialist Indian scenario prior to 1991 and highlights the changes that occurred with the liberalization policies and their
This thesis examines the complex relationship between networking and resource mobilisation in the context of entrepreneurship. The study investigates the extent to which different types of ties, namely strong, weak and new ties, contribute to an entrepreneur's ability to acquire resources. This qualitative study employed semi-structured interviews with eight founders in Sweden and the Netherla
Titel: The Caretaking Leader: A qualitative study of how leaders’ perception of followers’ needs affects leader behavior Seminariedatum: 2023-06-02 Kurs: FEKH49 - Examensarbete i organisation på kandidatnivå - VT23 (15 hp) Författare: Fridén, Robin., Nilsson, Daniel., Odden, Rasmus. Handledare: Schultz, Erik. Nyckelord: Sensemaking, Omsorg, Ledarskap på begäran, Chefsuppfattningar, Underordnades bTitle: The Caretaking Leader: A qualitative study of how leaders’ perception of followers’ needs affects leader behavior Seminar date: 2023-06-02 Course: Course: FEKH49, Degree Project, Undergraduate level, Business Administration, Undergraduate level, 15 University Credits Points (UPC) or ECTS‐ cr Authors: Fridén, Robin., Nilsson, Daniel., Odden, Rasmus. Supervisor: Schultz, Erik. Keywords: Sense
