Essays about: "International assignment"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 38 essays containing the words International assignment.

  1. 1. Confounder Parsing for Text Matching

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

    Author : Jannes Reichl; Johan Rönkkö; [2021-07-06]
    Keywords : Text matching; confounder parsing; causal inference; covariate balance; International Monetary Fund; policy evaluation;

    Abstract : In observational studies for policy evaluation, matching is used in service of causal inference to simulate randomization and thus reduce selection bias that might occur when treatment assignment differs systematically. This is done by balancing the distribution of confounding covariates measured before treatments. READ MORE

  3. 2. Repatriate embeddedness: The experience of Swedish repatriates A qualitative study on the interconnectedness between the repatriate experience and organizational commitment.

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Ebba Ernström; Ida Eriksson; [2021-06-28]
    Keywords : Expatriate assignment; Expatriation; International assignment; Job embeddedness; Organizational commitment; Repatriate experience; Repatriation;

    Abstract : Poorly managed repatriation processes on the part of MNCs are still frequently reported. Inadequate organizational support and lack of understanding result in high turnover rates among repatriates and deficient returns on the immense financial investments put into expatriation. READ MORE

  4. 3. Heading towards an unknown culture : The adjustment of expatriates in Greece based on their selection and cross-cultural training

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Sepideh Aref; Foteini Bourzikou; [2021]
    Keywords : Expatriates; Greece; Selection process; Cross-cultural training; In-country adjustment;

    Abstract : International borders are dissolving as a result of globalization, and cross-cultural interactions are becoming a regular part of modern business. Many firms are expanding internationally, necessitating the need to send workers, known as expatriates, abroad. Being able to operate and adjust in a foreign country requires certain skills and traits. READ MORE

  5. 4. Homework assignment and student achievement - Evidence from TIMSS 2019

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Nationalekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Jens Mattsson; [2021]
    Keywords : Homework; Student achievement; TIMSS 2019; First difference model; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : Homework is widely used in most schools across the world to complement classroom teaching, increase knowledge retention, and foster good study habits. The research on the effect of homework assignment on student achievement is, however, inconclusive with earlier research indicating a positive relationship and newer studies giving a more nuanced picture. READ MORE

  6. 5. Competitive Productivity in the South African Renewable Energy Procurement Programme

    University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Företagsekonomi

    Author : Paul Frick; [2020]
    Keywords : Competitive Productivity; Trust; Pragmatism; Renewable Energy Procurement Programme;

    Abstract : Title: Competitive Productivity in The South African Renewable Energy Procurement Programme Level: Final assignment for the Master Programme in Business Administration Author: Paul Frick Supervisor: Dr. Daniella Fjellström Date: 2020 – 01 Aim: The aim of the study is to examine the concept of Competitive Productivity (“CP”) in the context of the renewable energy independent power producer procurement (“REIPPP”) programme in South Africa, as the case study, which consists of private public partnerships and to understand how the actions of government have an influence on the competitiveness of the procurement programme. READ MORE