https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/100451 2026-04-05T06:11:26Z 2026-04-05T06:11:26Z Zielińska, Agnieszka https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/101774 2022-09-14T09:10:25Z 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Developing digital skills : results of a social innovation project in the technology sector Authors: Zielińska, Agnieszka Abstract: PURPOSE: This paper presents results of the quality research focused on developing digital skills. The main objective of this study is to analyze how digital skills can be defined and developed through a social innovation project based on workshops and close cooperation with information technology companies.; DESIGN/METHODOLOGY/APPROACH: This study was prepared based on the literature review about digital skills. At the final stage of the realized grant project, (in the sixth month) quality research (structural interviews) among all participants was realized.; FINDINGS: The results of the research showed that it is valuable to define and develop soft digital skills as well as advanced technical skills. The development of digital skills is a process that could be significantly supported by interinstitutional cooperation. The realization of team projects from the business, close collaboration with companies, and additional workshops significantly influenced the development of digital skills.; PRACTICAL IMPLICATIONS: The way of developing digital skills can be adapted and implemented in business. Formulated recommendations can be useful for educational institutions and companies interested in developing digital skills more relevant to current business needs.; ORIGINALITY/VALUE: This study implemented a comprehensive approach to defining digital skills. Soft digital skills, as well as advanced technical skills, were analyzed. This is empirical research realized based on the 6 months grant project with close collaboration with business. Based on it insights about developing digital skills were identified.

2022-01-01T00:00:00Z Pyra, Mariusz Siedlecka, Agnieszka https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/101761 2022-09-14T06:08:30Z 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Potential benefits from university mergers : an attempt to evaluate future efficiency levels with a selected DEA model Authors: Pyra, Mariusz; Siedlecka, Agnieszka Abstract: PURPOSE: The specificity of defining and describing the efficiency of higher education institutions and the related difficulties arise from the fact that the purpose of such an educational institution is perceived in various ways. Over the last years, there have been several significant reforms of higher education, including vocational education, which have led to a revision of the way in which universities are perceived. What remains unchanged is that the primary task of public vocational universities is to educate specialists for various fields of economy. The effective implementation of this very important function and many others makes it necessary to constantly reflect on the functioning of universities. In terms of the efficiency of these units, analytical, research, comparative, and other activities may lead to valuable conclusions, which in the long run have a chance to improve the position of public vocational universities in the competitive market of educational services.; DESIGN/METHODOLOGY/APPROACH: The aim of this article is to present a simulation of a merger of a state higher vocational school on the example of ABNS in Biała Podlaska with three selected schools from the public vocational school sector and three selected academic universities from Poland. The simulation was based on the research material and conclusions from the research project entitled. "Forecasting changes in the efficiency of selected PWSZs as a result of university consolidation in the context of the ranking of PWSZs in Poland", which was conducted in 2020 – 2021.; FINDINGS: The results of the simulation made it possible to evaluate the efficiency of the university in Biala Podlaska after merging with selected higher education institutions. This provided basis for inferring benefits in the area of efficiency for ABNS in Biala Podlaska, in the context of the analysed potential strategic alliances with selected educational units.; PRACTICAL IMPLICATIONS: This made it possible to verify the following hypothesis: A greater benefit in terms of increased operational efficiency will be achieved by ABNS in Biala Podlaska if it merges with an entity from the public vocational university sector than from the academic university sector.; ORIGINALITY/VALUE: The analyses conducted illustrate the potential of a new approach to the higher education system.

2022-01-01T00:00:00Z Stych, Marek https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/101760 2026-01-12T11:29:44Z 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Selected aspects of hospital financing during the 1st and 2nd waves of the COVID-19 pandemic Authors: Stych, Marek Abstract: PURPOSE: The aim of this scientific study is to analyze selected rules governing the financing of hospitals. The studied period is the first and second waves of the COVID-19 pandemic. The aforementioned pandemic waves posed new challenges for hospitals in respect to patient treatment, which had to entail changes in the financing of such medical entities. The author discusses the financing of health services, costs generated by "hospital beds", and the costs of protection and treatment of the patients infected with Sars-CoV-2. One of the changes that has affected the whole system was the introduction of the "Medical Fund".; METHODOLOGY: The article uses the following research methods: historical and legal – selected legal acts and communications issued by public administration bodies such as the Minister of Health and the President of the National Health Fund were analyzed, including their effect on public health institutions during the first two waves; dogmatic and legal – a systemic and linguistic interpretation of legal acts, reports and information found on websites was carried out.; RESULTS: The research results allow for putting forward de lege ferenda conclusions which might be helpful if new epidemiological threats emerge in the future. To be more precise, it will be possible for public authorities to better prepare for crisis situations and ensure stable financing of hospitals.; PRACTICAL IMPLICATIONS: The solutions regarding the financing of health services provided by hospitals adopted during the first wave of the COVID-19 pandemic exerted an influence on the evolution of financing medical services during the subsequent waves.; ORIGINALITY: The article is original in its approach to the problem of financing hospitals taking into account the level of COVID protection. Determination of the importance of allocating funds to hospitals during the pandemic waves is an attempt to determine measurable effects for COVID-19 patients and patients not infected with the coronavirus. The article may provide an impetus for an international discussion on the principles governing the financing of medical entities such as hospitals in individual countries.

2022-01-01T00:00:00Z Chomątowska, Barbara Janiak-Rejno, Iwona https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/101759 2026-01-23T08:55:26Z 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Does Gen Z question the wisdom of returning to the office? Results of the research conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic on the youngest generation of employees Authors: Chomątowska, Barbara; Janiak-Rejno, Iwona Abstract: PURPOSE: The main goal of the article is to identify premises influencing the decisions of young employees regarding the choice of the form of work organization after their experience of remote work in an uncertain time of SARS-CoV-2.; DESIGN/METHODOLOGY/APPROACH: The authors conducted a diagnostic survey with a survey questionnaire. The questionnaire was carried out using the CAWI method. It was filled in by 310 respondents who represent Generation Z, are professionally active and worked remotely during the pandemic.; FINDINGS: The surveyed employees - representatives of Generation Z, adapted very well to the conditions of remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic. As a result of this form of work organization, they have different experiences, both positive and negative. However, they do not allow for an unequivocal answer to the question: Are the young question returning to the office? For many, remote work will remain an attractive and the most desirable solution. In their opinion, companies offering it to employees will be more competitive than other organizations. The representatives of Gen Z are also aware of some benefits that can be brought by working at the company's premises, especially when they are just starting their professional careers. Considering the above opinions of Gen Z employees, many companies decide to use indirect solutions - a hybrid work organization, combining the advantages of remote and stationary work.; ORIGINALITY/VALUE: Leaders today are facing an unprecedented, challenging situation: how to understand, lead, manage, and motivate Generation Z working remotely. The research results shall contribute to the debate on what young employees (Gen Z) expect, need, and want in a remote work environment. The research based-understanding of these is a pivotal step to leading them effectively and making appropriate and satisfactory choices for all interested parties regarding current and future forms of work organization.

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