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Journal for International Business and Entrepreneurship Development

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  • Understanding the National Innovation System: a bibliometric analysis approach   Order a copy of this article
    by Shiwangi Singh, Sanjay Dhir, Viput Ongsakul 
    Abstract: This paper aims to understand the evolution and different perspective of the National Innovation System (NIS) studies. The extant literature on the quantitative development of the is scant. Therefore, it becomes necessary to encapsulate the periodical trends and development of the national innovation system. Bibliometric analysis can be used to analyse divergent views and trace the evolution of topic. This study provides a comprehensive overview of NIS studies using the Scopus database for 31 years from 1990 to 2021 in the 'Business, Management, and Accounting' area for 736 articles. This study identifies the most studied keywords and keyword co-occurrences, which further helped to group them into four clusters, namely antecedents, industry, region, and output/impact. It is suggested that once in a decade, the analysis could be performed to trace their development and impact. The result of this study will help in the advancement of the field.
    Keywords: National Innovation System; bibliometric analysis; innovation clusters; global knowledge; antecedents; output.
    DOI: 10.1504/JIBED.2022.10058162
     
  • How does family firm heterogeneity affect CEO compensation   Order a copy of this article
    by Paulo Neto, Antonio Cerqueira, Elísio Brandão 
    Abstract: This study aimed to understand how CEO compensation in family firms is influenced by their heterogeneity dimensions. Using a sample of companies listed in the S&P 500 index, between 2007 and 2016, the results of this study show that CEO compensation is higher when the family representation is multiple and when the CEO is professional. In addition, it is shown that the compensation of professional CEOs is less sensitive to the number of family representatives on the board and that family firms are more effective in keeping CEO compensation under control than non-family firms. The findings of this study contribute to the literature on the governance of family firms by identifying the features that make them more effective in terms of CEO compensation.
    Keywords: family firms; heterogeneity dimensions; generational stage; family representation; family CEO; professional CEO; CEO compensation; agency theory; stewardship theory; corporate governance.
    DOI: 10.1504/JIBED.2024.10064410
     
  • Wireless innovation in smart cities: a Dubai perspective   Order a copy of this article
    by Meera AlMarri, Rock-Antoine Mehanna, Mounir El Khatib 
    Abstract: The concept of smart cities is becoming increasingly important as cities around the world seek to leverage technology to improve efficiency, sustainability, and quality of life. Wireless connectivity is a crucial component of smart cities, enabling real-time data collection and analysis, location-based services, and other innovative solutions. Real-time data collection and analysis can inform decision-making, enabling executives and leaders to respond quickly to changing circumstances and make better use of resources. The study adopts the qualitative approach with in-depth analysis of eight global and local companies in different cities. Findings show that wireless value realisation provides benefits such as improved mobility and environmental stability. It has also been found that the implementation differs between developed and developing cities. To effectively leverage wireless connectivity, there is a need for a collaborative approach between the public and private sectors.
    Keywords: smart cities; value realisation; wireless networks; public-private partnerships; PPPs; sustainability; global trends; United Arab Emirates.
    DOI: 10.1504/JIBED.2024.10067740
     
  • Ethical leadership, public service motivation, and organisational citizenship behaviours in Vietnam: a mediated model   Order a copy of this article
    by Thi Quynh Trang Nguyen, Le Dinh Minh Tri, Alang Tho 
    Abstract: This study investigates how each dimension of public service motivation (PSM) mediates the relationship between ethical leadership and specific types of organisational citizenship behaviour in Vietnamese public organisations. Applying structural equation modelling analysis with SmartPLS to a sample of 636 valid responses, we find that compassion and self-sacrifice mediate the link between ethical leadership and individual-directed citizenship behaviours (OCBI), whereas commitment to public values mediates the link between ethical leadership and organisation-directed citizenship behaviours (OCBO). Moreover, whereas attraction to public service and commitment to public values directly predict OCBO, compassion and self-sacrifice predict OCBI. This study also establishes a positive association between ethical leadership and all dimensions of the PSM construct. Our findings not only shed new light on the PSM construct but also offer actionable insights for human resource management in the public sector, highlighting the critical importance of ethical leadership in fostering a motivated and engaged workforce.
    Keywords: compassion; ethical leadership; organisational citizenship behaviours; public service attraction; public values commitment; self-sacrifice; Vietnam.
    DOI: 10.1504/JIBED.2025.10070959
     
  • Open innovation, market orientation, intellectual capital readiness and higher education institutions internationalisation performance: the moderating role of entrepreneurial leadership   Order a copy of this article
    by Ai-Cam Tran, Thu-Hien T. Dao 
    Abstract: This study examines the impact of international market orientation (IMO), intellectual capital readiness (IC) including its three components of human capital (HC), structural capital (SC) and relational capital (RC) open innovation (OI) and entrepreneurial leadership (EL) on the internationalisation performance (IP) of higher education institutions (HEIs). Based on dynamic capability theory (DCT), we validate a proposed research model using a dataset (n = 178) drawn from direct and online surveys of managers of HEIs in Ho Chi Minh City. The SmartPLS4 was utilised for data analysis. The findings reveal that: 1) unlike EL, the factors IMO, IC, and OI significantly affect IP; 2) OI acts as both a direct determinant and a mediator of the relationships of IMO, IC and IP; 3) EL moderates the OI-IP link. This study enriches the DCT literature for the HEIs context, with theoretical and practical implications for researchers, HEI managers, and policymakers in emerging economies.
    Keywords: HEI; internationalisation performance; open innovation; dynamic capability theory; intellectual capital readiness; entrepreneurial leadership; Ho Chi Minh City; Vietnam.
    DOI: 10.1504/JIBED.2025.10071182
     
  • Enhancing customer attitudes, equity and purchase intention at commercial banks in Ho Chi Minh City: a significant role of ESG   Order a copy of this article
    by Nhan Truong Thanh Dang, Van Dung Ha, Van Tung Nguyen, Van Dan Nguyen 
    Abstract: Based on survey results from 519 individuals customers of commercial banks in Ho Chi Minh City fundamental theories are applied in this study to analyse and evaluate the role of ESG in enhancing customer attitude, customer equity, and purchase intention in the banking sector. By employing basic analytical methods, including descriptive statistics, Cronbachs alpha reliability, exploratory factor analysis (EFA) as well as partial-least- squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) with SPSS and SMART-PLS software, this study yielded significant results. First, the components of ESG (environmental, social, and governance) positively impact customer attitudes. Second, customer attitudes positively influence customer equity. Finally, customer equity positively affects purchase intention. These findings underscore the significant role of ESG factors in shaping customer perceptions and behaviours in the banking sector. By prioritising ESG considerations, banks can foster positive attitudes, enhance customer equity, and increase purchase intention, thereby contributing to sustainable development and societal well- being.
    Keywords: ESG; environmental; social; governance; attitude; equity; purchase intention; customer; sustainable; banking.
    DOI: 10.1504/JIBED.2025.10071190