International Journal of Social Sciences and Economic Review (IJSSER)
Articles
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Examining the Links Leading to Behavioral Support for Change: An Expectancy Theory Perspective
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to examine the antecedents and mechanisms that lead to behavioral support for change among academic staff, focusing on both personal and contextual factors. Data were collected from 292 academic staff members of six public sector universities in Pakistan using a cross-sectional survey. A self-reported questionnaire was administered to gather responses, and the data were analyzed using SPSS 25 and AMOS. The... [...] Read more
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Construction of an Industry Cycle Indicator for Profitability Prediction Analysis of Aggregate Firms in Bangladesh
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to construct a unique industry cycle indicator (ICI) for Bangladeshi aggregate firms within the industrial sector, aiming to provide early signals of industrial vulnerability, identify turning points, and evaluate predictive performance. The methodology involved constructing the ICI following the approach of the Conference Board (2000) and testing its robustness with a macro-stress test using lagged independent... [...] Read more