Essays about: "quality of institutions"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 237 essays containing the words quality of institutions.

  1. 21. Peeking Through the Leaves : Improving Default Estimation with Machine Learning : A transparent approach using tree-based models

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för matematik och matematisk statistik

    Author : Elias Hadad; Angus Wigton; [2023]
    Keywords : Machine learning; Expected credit loss; Probability of default; ECL; PD; Risk Management; Credit Risk Management; Default Estimation; AI; Artificial intelligence; Fintech; Supervised learning; Decision tree; Random forest; XG boost; Transparency; Machine learning transparency;

    Abstract : In recent years the development and implementation of AI and machine learning models has increased dramatically. The availability of quality data paving the way for sophisticated AI models. Financial institutions uses many models in their daily operations. READ MORE

  2. 22. What if something worse happens… : A qualitative study on students’ perceptions of safety and security.

    University essay from Jönköping University/Högskolan för lärande och kommunikation

    Author : Susanna Sidefalk Selmqvist; [2023]
    Keywords : Safety; security; crime prevention; students; Laholm Municipality; external events.; Trygghet; säkerhet; brottsförebyggande; studenter; Laholms Kommun; omvärldshändelser;

    Abstract : This research aimed to understand how students between 15-19 years at Lagaholm School and Osbeck High School experience safety and security at their schools and how they experience the impact of external events on the perception of safety and security. To investigate this, the following research questions were asked: How do students experience the situation of safety and security at their schools? How do students experience that external events impact their sense of safety and security? What conclusions can be made from the experiences and factors that emerge? The third research question is primarily answered by the researcher’s conclusions and reflections from the empirical evidence that emerges from the first two research questions. READ MORE

  3. 23. Purchasing and Digitalization in an era of Turbulence

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk logistik

    Author : Emil Sarajlic; Vishal Natesan; [2023]
    Keywords : Supplying; digitisation; digitalization; Artificial Intelligence; Turbulence; Delivery performance; Duni Group; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Background: This research delves into the uncertainties and challenges encountered in global supply chain operations, exacerbated by unpredictable events such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2021 Suez Canal obstruction. These disruptions can lead to stock-outs, poor capacity utilization, and the need for expensive buffers. READ MORE

  4. 24. Reassessing University and Business School Rankings: A Focus on Entrepreneurship

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

    Author : Jack O'Keeffe; Frederico Ramos; [2023]
    Keywords : Entrepreneurship; Business school rankings; Alumni outcomes; Pitchbook university ranking; Alternative business education ranking;

    Abstract : In the dynamic realm of higher education, university, and business school rankings have become influential benchmarks for institutions and aspiring students alike. Rankings have become a focal point for users, influencing the decisions and perspectives of students, employers, and more. READ MORE

  5. 25. Eco-efficiency, Institutions, and Political Orientation : A case study of the European Union

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Nationalekonomi

    Author : Leonard Bovenberg; [2023]
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    Abstract : This thesis uses the stochastic frontier analysis to estimate efficiency scores for the 28 member countries of the European Union between 2000 and 2019. The material footprints of biomass, non-metallic minerals, metals and fossil fuels are taken as input goods, unlike comparable work, as the overuse of materials is the cause of our current environmental problems. READ MORE