Africa Case Studies in Operations Research

by Hatem Masri
Africa Case Studies in Operations Research
Author: Hatem Masri
Publisher: Springer Nature
Total Pages: 214
Release: 2022-11-09
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 3031170083
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This book presents contributions to the 50th Annual Conference of the Operations Research Society of South Africa (ORSSA), which was jointly hosted with the African Federation of Operations Research Societies (AFROS) at North-West University in Potchefstroom, South Africa from 12 to 15 September, 2021. Focusing on innovative case studies and recent applications of Operations Research models and algorithms in African countries, each chapter highlights findings emerging from the countries in question and explains the lessons learned. As such, the book offers an up-to-date overview of Operations Research practices and developments in Africa. AFROS is a “not for profit” organization that aims to promote Operations Research in Africa. Its affairs are regulated by an Executive Committee consisting of representatives/alternates of all its member societies. The members of the Federation undertake to co-operate in the advancement of knowledge, interest and education in Operations Research by appropriate means, particularly the exchange of information, the holding of meetings and conferences, and the awarding of prizes.

Transforming Research Methods in the Social Sciences

by Angelo Flynn
Transforming Research Methods in the Social Sciences
Author: Angelo Flynn
Publisher: NYU Press
Total Pages: 456
Release: 2019-03-01
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1776143566
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Social science researchers in the global South, and in South Africa particularly, utilise research methods in innovative ways in order to respond to contexts characterised by diversity, racial and political tensions, socioeconomic disparities and gender inequalities. These methods often remain undocumented – a gap that this book starts to address. Written by experts from various methodological fields, Transforming Research Methods in the Social Sciences is a comprehensive collation of original essays and cutting-edge research that demonstrates the variety of novel techniques and research methods available to researchers responding to these context-bound issues. It is particularly relevant for study and research in the fields of applied psychology, sociology, ethnography, biography and anthropology. In addition to their unique combination of conceptual and application issues, the chapters also include discussions on ethical considerations relevant to the method in similar global South contexts. Transforming Research Methods in the Social Sciences has much to offer to researchers, professionals and others involved in social science research both locally and internationally.

Bridge Builders

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Total Pages:
Release: 2000
Genre: Information storage and retrieval systems
ISBN:
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Research Centers on the Developing Areas

by United States. Department of State. External Research Staff
Research Centers on the Developing Areas
Author: United States. Department of State. External Research Staff
Publisher:
Total Pages: 152
Release: 1964
Genre: Developing countries
ISBN:
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Research Training for Social Scientists

by Dawn Burton
Research Training for Social Scientists
Author: Dawn Burton
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 521
Release: 2000-03-15
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0857022180
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With indispensable advice for students from all social science backgrounds, this handbook provides the core conceptual and practical skills to embark on succesful research. The organization of the book reflects the knowledge that is required in order to become a competent and effective researcher. It follows the life-cycle of the research project: it begins with a discussion of ethical and philosphical issues; presents guides to both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis; provides help on using computers in research; and includes advice on how to write up and present a research project. Based on the UK Economic and Social Research Council advice on the training which students should undertake in preparation for postgraduate research, this book will be invaluable for all beginning researchers.

Climate Change and Sustainable Urban Development in Africa and Asia

by Belinda Yuen
Climate Change and Sustainable Urban Development in Africa and Asia
Author: Belinda Yuen
Publisher: Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages: 278
Release: 2010-11-22
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 9048198674
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This book is about African and Asian cities. Illustrated through selected case cities, the book brings together a rich collection of papers by leading scholars and practitioners in Africa and Asia to offer empirical analysis and up-to-date discussions and assessments of the urban challenges and solutions for their cities. A number of key topics concerning housing, sustainable urban development and climate change in Africa and Asia are explored along with how policy interventions and partnerships deliver specific forms of urban development. It is intended for all who are interested in the state of the cities and urban development in Africa and Asia. Africa and Asia present, in many ways, useful lessons in dealing with the burgeoning urban population, and the problems surrounding this influx of people and climate change in the developing word.

Small Business Management in Cross-Cultural Environments

by Per Lind
Small Business Management in Cross-Cultural Environments
Author: Per Lind
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 508
Release: 2013-03-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1136580794
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Products and services created by small and medium sized organizations account for the vast majority of economic activity across the globe. These organizations will prove vitally important to the emerging and developing economies that will shape future decades. Small Business Management in Cross-Cultural Environments is one of very few books to take the cross-cultural context as an opportunity to analyse and discuss the key concepts of small firm management in different parts of the world. This textbook covers important topics, such as: the global economic development process entrepreneurship the role of government SME growth and collaborations in a global context. By explaining how culture shapes and conditions the reality of small businesses and how organizational theories and models fail as management tools, this book fills a significant gap. Supplemented by a compendium of compelling case studies, drawn from across the world, and based upon 25 years of international research by the author, Small Business Management in Cross-Cultural Environments is a useful guide for students and practitioners of SME and International Management

Cases in Operations Management

by Robert Johnston
Cases in Operations Management
Author: Robert Johnston
Publisher: Pearson Education
Total Pages: 534
Release: 2003
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780273655312
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The third edition of this clearly structured case book has been expanded and updated, and includes an introduction to the analysis of operations management cases. Key areas of operations management are dealt with, including new areas such as operations strategy, performance measurement and TPM.