Essays about: "performance rewards"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 68 essays containing the words performance rewards.

1. 1. Beyond the Bonus Check: A qualitative study unraveling the complexities of employee motivation in a PFP environment

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

   Author : Olivia Thomsson; Tindra Sturk; [2024]
   Keywords : Performance management; Pay-for-Performance; Bonus systems; Motivation; Expectancy Theory;

   Abstract : This thesis is a qualitative single-case study of employee motivation in a PFP environment within a Swedish business unit of one of the world's largest project development- and construction companies. The aim is to investigate how employees perceive and experience the impact of a PFP bonus system on their motivation. READ MORE

3. 2. Risk-Averse Multi-Armed Bandit Problem with Multiple Plays

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för data- och informationsteknik

   Author : Siri Dahlgren; Nicholas Marriott; [2023-10-23]
   Keywords : MAB; Gittins; Markovian bandit; risk-aversion; policy iteration; multiple plays;

   Abstract : This study aims to construct an efficient heuristic, referred to as RA, for a riskaverse Markovian multi-armed bandit problem (MAB) with multiple plays. The RA incorporates risk-aversion and multiple plays by modifying the Gittins index strategy. READ MORE

4. 3. Does ESG-score matter to investors? - An EU Taxonomy Perspective

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Linnéa Falkenström; Johan Olsson; [2023-07-03]
   Keywords : ESG; EU Taxonomy; Efficient Market Hypothesis; Behavioral finance; Investor behavior; Event study;

   Abstract : Since the introduction of the EU Taxonomy, it is still unclear how it affects investors' perception and actions towards high ESG-scoring firms, and whether it effectively promotes sustainable investing. The implications of the EU Taxonomy on finance and the environment are significant and must be addressed. READ MORE

5. 4. Profitability During a Sustainability Transformation - A Case Study of a Swedish Petroleum and Biofuel Company

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Michael Crona; Filip Linnér; [2023-02-27]
   Keywords : This report examines the financial profitability of a petroleum and biofuel company during their sustainability transformation. The case company is Preem AB; the largest fuel company in Sweden. The study finds that debt-to-equity ratios tend to increase with investments in more sustainable solutions. This could propose a higher financial risk to the firm. The report also proposes and discuss the use of metrics for CO2- emission that are easier to understand than just the weight of the gas emitted. Preem does not seem to benefit from being part of the European Union’s Emissions Trading System ETS ; since their green investments are focused on reducing emissions in the use phase of their products; not in the production phase; which is what the ETS measures and rewards. The case study is based on an interview with a director at Preem to get an insight to the green investments. Data for financial- and environmental performance are collected from official reports published by Preem.;

   Abstract : This report examines the financial profitability of a petroleum and biofuel company during their sustainability transformation. The case company is Preem AB, the largest fuel company in Sweden. The study finds that debt-to-equity ratios tend to increase with investments in more sustainable solutions. READ MORE

6. 5. Enhancing Performance Management System for improved employee satisfaction

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för informatik

   Author : Praveen Surendranath; Roopak Ayikkara Kizhakkayil; [2023]
   Keywords : PMS; employee; performance; evaluation; satisfaction; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : An effective performance management system plays a crucial role in fostering employee engagement and productivity, which are essential for an organization's success. Employee satisfaction is one of the most important factors. However, the critical aspect of employee satisfaction has been largely overlooked in the existing literature. READ MORE