We empirically investigate the effect of uncertainty on corporate hiring. Using novel data from the labor market for MBA graduates, we show that uncertainty regarding how well job candidates fit with a firm’s industry hinders hiring, and that firms value probationary work arrangements that provide the option to learn more about potential full-time employees. The detrimental effect of uncertaint...

This research paper presents the results of enterprise resource planning (ERP) learning (knowledge and skills) as well as acceptance of information technology (IT) and attitudes for students taking an ERP course who participated in an ERP simulation game. A combined total of more than 280 students over a six semester time horizon were surveyed regarding ERP knowledge and attitudes toward ERP an...

Our aim is to foster close working and understanding between business and higher education so that world-class learning and research can improve the international competitiveness of both sectors and the capabilities of graduates and those already in the workforce. The Council leads in developing an agreed agenda on the higher level learning issues that affect our global competitiveness, social ...

Information Systems (IS) as a relatively new business discipline in Taiwan has grown rapidly in the last two decades and was once the first choice for high school students entering business schools. Even after the dot com bubble burst in 2000, it is still one of the most popular majors for college and graduate students. Most graduates have no problem finding jobs in high-tech manufacturing or s...

Abstract The objective of this paper is to contribute for a better understanding the perceived motivations, obstacles and self-employment realities in advanced technology sectors knowledge intensive-business. In terms public policies economic business, promoting female entrepreneurship emerges as factor mobilization women active life, well strategy support business initiatives, particularly con...

Previous dental graduates have reported a lack of confidence in their ability to implement business practices upon graduation. The purpose of the new model was to enable senior students to gain experience using sound business principles in their senior year. This model involves setting and meeting production goals, teamwork, personnel evaluation, and performance incentives. This article reports...