https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/31065 2026-04-27T14:32:17Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/31143 Title: The mediating effect of the knowledge management process to the firm’s performance : a resource-based view Authors: Theriou, Nikolaos G.; Aggelidis, Vassilis; Theriou, Georgios Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to explore the relationship between the two most important perspectives of the firm, the RBV and the KBV, by examining the relative impact of firmspecific assets and knowledge capabilities on the firm’s competitive advantage. A composite model is proposed which elaborates upon both perspectives causal logic with respect to the conditions relevant for the firm success. Empirical findings suggest that firm-specific assets and knowledge capabilities effects are both important determinants of the firms’ performance. Moreover, the findings suggest that knowledge capabilities behave like dynamic capabilities leading to the continuous improvement-renewal of the firm-specific resources and capabilities which, in turn, affect performance directly or indirectly through their effect on strategy configuration. 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/31141 Title: The implementation of inclusive education and problems faced by teachers in teaching in inclusive education provider kindergarten Authors: Liando, Joppy Abstract: This study aims to find out the problems faced by teachers in teaching. The study was conducted on July 2012 to December 2012. The research subjects were teachers teaching in inclusive kindergarten. The design of this study was a case study using a qualitative approach. The data were collected using questionnaires, interviews and documentation. Data analysis was conducted during the data collection and after data collection. The research results showed that in general, teachers who taught in inclusive kindergarten did not have knowledge regarding children with special needs, did not have experience dealing with children with special needs, the lack of teamwork, being unable to create good learning in the classroom, the number of students who were too big, the curriculum used was not appropriate with the learning needs of children with special needs, teachers had never had training and workshops on the development of an inclusive classroom, and being unable to develop learning materials related to inclusive environment. As a result, teachers had difficulty in planning the teaching, implementing, and evaluating students’ learning outcomes 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/31136 Title: Integrity of the apparatus of the state officials in corruption eradication in Indonesia Authors: Timonor, Adensi Abstract: Paragraph IV of the Preamble to the 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia (herein after referred to the 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia) asserts that the objectives of the state of Indonesia are to protect all the Indonesian people and their entire motherland, to advance the public welfare, to develop the intellectual life of the nation, and to contribute towards the establishment of a world order based on peace and social justice. The law enforcement should be carried out with full determination, empathy, dedication, commitment and courage with the support from ideal legal substances and cooperative societies. The aim of this research is to examine the integrity of the apparatus of the state officials in corruption eradication in Indonesia. This study belongs to the category of the qualitative research design. The result of this study is given: Corruption occurs only if three things are met, namely: (1) there is a benefit or rent that can be shared (2) a public official who has the power facilitates the process of corruption in the context of allowing access to certain parties to the benefit, and (3) there are certain parties who perform bribery actions. The integrity of the state officials is based on the legal consciousness of the apparatus of state officials who later will raise collective consciousness of the law on the state administration agencies. This legal awareness is inherent in the behaviour and not in the law as a rule. Legal awareness will influence the legal compliance of the state officials resulting in collective legal compliance of the state administration agencies making the integrity of the state officials as a reflection of legal awareness and compliance of the state officials personally and institutionally which will help realize effectiveness in eradicating corruption. 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/31134 Title: Business relationship framework in emerging market : a preliminary study in Indonesia Authors: Setyawan, Anton A.; Dharmmesta, Basu Swastha; Purwanto, B. M.; Nugroho, Sahid Susilo Abstract: This paper explores business relationship framework between two companies. In this research, we use relationship marketing and transaction cost as frameworks to analyze business relationship of two different kinds of companies in Indonesia, oil company and hypermarket. Gronroos (1994) defines relationship marketing is establishing, maintaining, and enhancing relationships with customers and other partners, at a profit, so that the objectives of the parties involved are met. This is achieved by a mutual exchange and fulfilment of promises. This definition is a key to analyze the relationship of retailer and their supplier. In the other side, Williamson (1980) argued that relationship in business organization based on their economic interest. This approach known as transaction cost approach. In this kind of relationship, business organizations consider cost and benefit of business relationship. We use qualitative method in this research. The design of the research is case study with multiple cases proposed by Yin (1994). In this case study, we use basic content analysis as tool to analyze the phenomenon. Unit analysis of this research is company. We use two cases in the different companies, Oil Company and hypermarket. In order to gain validity, we use multiple key person or informant to gain validity. The result shows, that in the oil company, relationship between company and their supplier tied on a strict contract. In fact, the relationship of supplier and a company is based on transaction cost theory. In the hypermarket company, the relationship of supplier and retailer is based on trust, commitment and satisfaction. Those three construct are the foundation of relationship marketing 2014-01-01T00:00:00Z