Essays about: "the role of quality"

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1. 11. Measurement of Business Incubator Performance by Governments: Studying the Practices in the Nordic Region

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Firuza Alizada; [2023-07-19]
   Keywords : business incubators; incubator financing; return on investment; public business incubators; government-supported business incubators; evaluation of incubation policy;

   Abstract : This master thesis aims to investigate the measurement of business incubator performance by governments. Business incubators play a vital role in nurturing startups, promoting innovation, and fostering economic development. READ MORE

3. 12. Corruption: A catalyst for economic growth? - The case of India

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för nationalekonomi med statistik

   Author : Selver Berbic; Hugo Molander; [2023-07-03]
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : This thesis aims to investigate and evaluate the role of institutional quality in fostering innovation in developing countries, specifically focusing on corruption's impact on product and process innovation at the firm level in India. The study utilizes a probit model with and without fixed effects applied to data from the World Bank Enterprise Survey (WBES) for both 2014 and 2022, individually. READ MORE

4. 13. VC Investment Decisions: Hunches, Metrics, or Coin Flips?

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   Author : Xia Hallding; August Källström; [2023-06-30]
   Keywords : Venture Capital; investment decisions; metrics;

   Abstract : Venture capitalists (VCs) face a complex decision-making process when selecting startups to invest in. This qualitative single case study aims to highlight the factors VCs take into account and how their decisions vary depending on the investment area and startup stage, where previous research has yielded conflicting conclusions. READ MORE

5. 14. CHANGES IN URBAN GREENERY DURING THE 2018 HEAT WAVE – A CASE STUDY FOR GÖTEBORG USING REMOTE SENSING

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet / Institutionen för biologi och miljövetenskap

   Author : Ivan Ruzic; [2023-06-21]
   Keywords : heat wave; urban trees; NDVI; remote sensing;

   Abstract : Urban vegetation plays a crucial role in diverse urban microclimates. The numerous ecosystem services provided by vegetation, particularly trees, ensure greater quality of life and thermal comfort regulation. Yet, not all trees are immune to extreme weather events, such as droughts and heat waves, especially in cities. READ MORE

6. 15. THE ROLE OF DEMOCRACY IN THE SELECTION OF AID RECIPIENTS A Case Study Investigating the Decision-Making Process of the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida)

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

   Author : Ismail Bazine; [2023-06-20]
   Keywords : Sida; Development Aid; Decision-Making Process; Selection of Aid Recipients; State Actors; Non-State Actors; Democracy;

   Abstract : This thesis aims to explore how the level of democracy in recipient countries affects the decision-making process of the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida) when determining whether to provide aid to state or non-state actors. While existing research has predominantly focused on donor motivations and interests based on aid allocation patterns, little attention has been given to the selection process employed by donor agencies and the factors that guide this process. READ MORE