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1. 1. Intergenerational Continuity and Change:Exploring Succession Patterns, Decision-Making Factors, and Emerging Themes in Family Business Transitions

   University essay from

   Author : Hampus Söderström; Daniel Kock; [2023]
   Keywords : Family business; succession; succession planning; generational changes; socioemotional wealth theory; three circle-model;

   Abstract : Background: Family businesses contribute significantly to global economies but face unique challenges, notably in succession planning and generational transitions. These challenges are amplified due to the interplay of personal relationships, emotions, and family dynamics. READ MORE

3. 2. EVALUATION OF COHEN’S KAPPA AS TEST OF RELIABILITY BETWEEN COVID-19 PATIENT SURVEYS AND MEDICAL RECORDS

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Statistiska institutionen

   Author : Claes Kock; [2022]
   Keywords : Reliability; Statistical Medicine; Finite Sample; Patient-Hospital Agreement;

   Abstract : Evaluating the statistical properties of Cohen’s κ, this thesis conducts a study of the reliability of patient surveys and medical records for mild cases of Covid-19. Using data collected from Uppsala University Hospital, right-tailed hypothesis testing is performed for the variables Hypertension, Lung disease, Fatigue, Dyspnea and loss of smell and/or taste. READ MORE

4. 3. Rethinking the Employer Branding Landscape

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Mathilda Kock; Alice Berggren; [2021]
   Keywords : Employer Branding; Generation Z; Employer Preferences; Human Resources; Competitive Advantage; Resource-Based View; Culture; Gender; Sweden; Denmark; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : In this bachelor’s thesis, the employer preferences among Generation Z individuals are explored. Generation Z is currently the youngest generation entering the labour market. The entrance of Generation Z individuals is predicted to come with new challenges for firms in how to attract and retain skilful employees from this generation. READ MORE

5. 4. Immigration and competition : Are low- and medium-skilled native Swedes more likely to support the Sweden Democrats when there is an influx of immigrants, compared to high-skilled native Swedes?

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Statistiska institutionen

   Author : Mattias Tajik; Claes Kock; [2020]
   Keywords : immigration; populism; skill-level; natives; sweden democrats;

   Abstract : The Sweden Democrats have gained considerable political success in recent years, as have many other right-wing populist parties in the West. We theorize that the economically weakest and least educated parts of native society are the ones who experience, real or imagined, the most pressure and competition from immigration. READ MORE

6. 5. A study on CEO organizational identification, the propensity to be acquired, and bid premiums

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för redovisning och finansiering

   Author : Oscar Kock; Simon Sjögren; [2020]
   Keywords : Organizational identification; M A; Agency problems; Corporate governance; Golden parachutes;

   Abstract : We examine whether the propensity to be acquired is lower for companies with CEOs who identify strongly with their organization compared to those that do not, while further distinguishing if this effect is amplified by the CEO also being a board member. Additionally, the study examines if the bid premium accepted is higher for CEOs with high organizational identification relative to other CEOs. READ MORE