Essays about: "symbolic interactionism"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 85 essays containing the words symbolic interactionism.

1. 21. Eating out : a constructionist take on understanding a consumption phenomenon

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

   Author : Mohamed Murad; [2020]
   Keywords : eating out; processes; making sense; sensemaking; meaning; symbolic interactionism; social construction;

   Abstract : The purpose of this study is to understand the processes that occur before eating out at a restaurant or a café, in order to shed more light on the complexities of consumption behaviour. The dissertation utilizes symbolic interactionism and other social constructionist theories to understand how participants in three different focus groups make sense of processes prior to eating out and the meanings associated within these processes. READ MORE

3. 22. Transformation of identities in international educational milieu of university in Sweden

   University essay from Örebro universitet/Institutionen för humaniora, utbildnings- och samhällsvetenskap

   Author : Iva Picková; [2020]
   Keywords : International student; educational environment; social identity; person identity; role identity; student traveller; stranger; Sweden; meanings; symbolic interactionism;

   Abstract : This thesis focuses on the transformation of identities of international master students attending Örebro University along with their perception of how this experience will affect their future. A qualitative content analysis of 10 semi-structured interviews was employed to explore the topic and answer the research questions. READ MORE

4. 23. Under Pressure - Tensions in the acquiring firms' corporate brand identity

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Anna-Maria Ostermann; Emma Impeciati; [2020]
   Keywords : Corporate Brand Identity; Merger and Acquisition; Integration; B2B Branding; Tensions; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : Thesis Purpose: The purpose is to explore post-acquisition tensions in a B2B firm's corporate brand identity to better understand why tensions emerge, what effect those tensions have, and lastly, how these tensions may be dealt with, if at all. Methodology: A qualitative multiple case study based on four companies with a constructionist and inductive approach has been executed in this thesis. READ MORE

5. 24. Illuminating perceptions about communication in environmental consultancy organizations

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

   Author : Hampus Ryberg; [2020]
   Keywords : environmental communication; meta-communication; transmission; symbolic interactionism; environmental consultancy;

   Abstract : Environmental consultant organizations deal with solving environmental problems. In this process of solving environmental problems communication is an important and integral part. How consultant organizations perceive communication has an effect on how they develop strategies for communication. READ MORE

6. 25. The meaning of tree planting : a symbolic interactionist understanding of the behaviour of tree planting in the Byron Shire

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Urban and Rural Development

   Author : Zia Flook; [2020]
   Keywords : Tree planting; reforestation; participation; pro-environmental behaviour; symbolic interactionism; meaning; Byron Bay;

   Abstract : As we enter a changed climate the understanding of what motivates and sustains participation in pro-environmental behaviours has never been more important. Planting trees to reforest vast areas of the world has the potential for numerous ecological and human benefits. READ MORE