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This collection archives the complete set of theses produced by students of the COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus.
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Item Role of Project Planning and Project Manager Competencies in The Project Success of Private Sector Organization(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2024) Abdul Basit Malik; SP22-RPM-001; Dr. Zafar uz Zaman Anjum,; LHR TP 9415The purpose of this study is to discover what project manager competencies are the most crucial in the connection between project planning and the project success. With the objectives of achieving the goal a quantitative research method was used. Data collection was done by interviewing 200 informants of the software industry in Lahore within a questionnaire with close-ended questions. The questionnaire design comprises the scope of project planning, the qualities of a project manager and finally, the level of project success. Next, SPSS was used to move the data to the analysis phase where the hypothesized relationship was tested for. The results indicate project planning enhances project success and positive change considerably. The study, with a serial moderation, empirically finds that the project manager’s abilities affect the positive relationship between planning and project success when they are serially mediated. To begin with, these investigations have vast implications. To be specific, this study aims to fill up the existing theory gaps with the rich empirical data necessary to explain for the mediating mechanisms of the relationship between project planning and project success. This will largely help us in thinking about how effective project planning experience acts as an antecedent of project success while manager's competencies work as a moderator. Firstly, the organizations can utilize this information for their purpose when they develop plans that engage and coordinate employees towards attaining the project goalItem Conflict Management style and project success, moderating role of team effectiveness(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2024) Laiba Riaz; SP22-RPM-002; Dr. Zafar Uz Zaman Anjum; LHR TP 9420The impact of Conflict Management practices on Project Success is explored, with a specific focus on Team effectiveness observed during a project in various software houses in Lahore, Pakistan. This study specifically highlights the critical role played by Project manager mindset and team effectiveness in fostering proactiveness, unity, and overall project success. Successful implementation of Conflict management practices emerges as a key determinant of achieving improved project performance and ultimately leading to project success. To investigate these concepts, a survey was conducted among 260 project managers within software houses. The collected data underwent regression analysis to explore the relationships between conflict management style, the role of team effectiveness, and project success. The findings aim to provide empirical evidence on how CM style influence project success, with the moderating role of team effectiveness. The insights derived from this research will be invaluable for project based IT industry and software houses in Lahore, Pakistan, enabling them to optimize their conflict management practices and achieve improved project outcomes. Ultimately, this study aims to contribute to the development of effective strategies that enhance the success of a project.Item The Impact of Family Incivility on Remote Work Engagement: Examining the roles of Psychological Well-Being and Supervisory Support(Library Information Services, COMSATS University Islamabad, Lahore Campus, 2024) Wadood Malika; CIIT/SP22-RBA-015/LHR; Dr. Ahmad Qammar; LHR TP 9450Remote working is a new trend accelerated by Covid-19 pandemic that blurred the personal and professional spheres. Working from home is challenging task, as minor disruptions within home environment happen due to family incivility. Based on the foundation of Job Demand-Resource (JD-R) theory, this study aims to investigate the relationship between family incivility, psychological well-being, and remote work engagement, with the moderating effect of supervisory support in remote work setting in Pakistan. This research uses quantitative research method. The data were collected from 251 employees working remotely from Pakistan. The participants were sent an online survey form created on Google Forms. Convenience sampling was employed in this research. The data were analyzed by using WarpPLS 8.0. The results of the study indicate that family incivility has a negative relationship with remote work engagement and also psychological well-being is negatively related to the family incivility. In addition to this, it is indicated that psychological well-being completely mediates the relationship between family incivility and remote work engagement. The findings of the research also suggest that supervisory support does not moderate relationship between psychological well-being and remote work engagement. This study offers useful insights for both managers and the current body of literature on human resource management. The study suggests that managers should acknowledge the significance of family incivility in remote work setting as it lowers psychological well-being that ultimately reduces remote work engagement. They should consider implementing flexible working hours and arrangements, training opportunities, and company policies that support in family-related issues in order to improve organizational effectiveness and work engagement.Item CEO Power and Systemic in Banks: Role of Corporate Governance and Risk Governance Mechanisms(Library Information Services COMSATS University Islamabad Lahore Campus, 2023-02-09) Tabraiz Khalid; SP22-RMS-001; Dr. Ammar Abid; LHR TP 8765The study investigates the impact of CEO Duality, CG (corporate governance) and RG (risk governance) mechanisms on the systemic risk along with investigating the moderating role of CG and RG on the relationship between CEO power and systemic risk by using a sample of 88 large listed commercial banks from 11 Asian countries namely Pakistan, China, India, Bangladesh, Bahrain, Jordan, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Thailand and UAE. The study utilizes OLS (ordinary least square), random effect and fixed effect models and evidences the negative influence of CEO Power, CG and RG mechanisms on the systemic risk, only a few positively influencing the systemic risk such as CRO Presence and RMC (Risk management Committee) meetings. The findings show that a few CG and RG mechanisms significantly moderate the relationship between CEO power and systemic risk such as board size, RMC meetings, CRO (chief risk officer) presence. The influence of CEO power, CG and RG mechanisms is also investigated using the GMM approach to tackle endogeneity issues. The results of OLS, random effect, fixed effect are consistent with the GMM. Moreover, the moderation results of CG and RG mechanisms on the relationship between CEO power and systemic risk are also improved. CG mechanisms board size, board independence and board meetings significantly moderate the relationship between CEO power and systemic risk. RG mechanisms RMC presence, RMC size, CRO presence and CRO independence also significantly moderate the relationship between CEO power and systemic risk.Item Adaptive Digital Engagement: Balancing Localized and Global Approaches(Library Information Services COMSATS University Islamabad Lahore Campus, 2023-02-09) Maryam Ihtesham; SP22-RBA-005; Mr. Shahzad Ghafoor; LHR TP 8745The purpose of this study is to undergo a thorough understanding of the complex yet interdependent interactions among digital engagement and the cultural factors that impact it, by viewing it with the lens of Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) Model and Hofstede's Cultural Dimensions Model. This project report attempts to perform a careful analysis of how the cultural nuances and dimensions can affect the way modern consumers are interacting and behaving in the digital atmosphere, and how it can relate to their buying choices and preferences. The in-depth study of these factors enables us to comprehend how these cultural factors influence consumer behaviors and digital decision-making. It also sheds light on the pivotal role that effective Integrated Marketing Communication can play and the way it seamlessly integrates with the Hofstede’s Cultural Dimensions providing the businesses a comprehensive strategy for adaptable digital engagement. Towards the end of the project report, we present viable recommendations emphasizing the importance of cultural nuances and quirks when targeting localization and how it can help reach their target audience more effectively and to establish genuine connections with them that are long-lasting and profitable.Item Relationships between Workload, Work-Family Conflict and Employee Performance in Software Industry in Pakistan(Library Information Services COMSATS University Islamabad Lahore Campus, 2023-02-09) Minahal Ali; SP22-RBA-004; Dr. Ahmad Qammar; LHR TP 8744An employee's performance is a significant indicator of organizational success. In Pakistan’s thriving software sector, handling the workload along with reducing conflict between work-family becomes crucial issues for employee performance. Based on the foundation of inter-role conflict, this study aims to investigate the relationship between workload, work-family balance, and employee performance, with the moderating effect of supervisor support in the software houses of Pakistan. This research uses quantitative research method. The data was collected from 180 employees working in different software houses located in Pakistan. The participants were sent an online survey form created on Google Forms. Convenience sampling was employed in this research. The data was analyzed by using WarpPLS 7.0. The results of the study indicate that workload has a positive relationship with employee performance and also work-family conflict is positively related to the workload. In addition to this, it is indicated that work-family completely mediates the relationship between workload employee performance. The findings of the research also suggest that supervisor support is insignificantly related to workload and work–family conflict. This study offers useful insights for both managers and the current body of literature on human resource management. The study suggests that managers should acknowledge the importance of work-family conflict and consider implementing flexible working hours and arrangements, training opportunities, and company policies that support a family-friendly work environment in order to improve organisational effectiveness and performance.Item Effects Of Institutional Pressures On The Intentions To Continue Green Supply Chain Management Practices(Library Information Services COMSATS University Islamabad Lahore Campus, 2023-02-09) Adeel Masih; SP22-RBA-007; Mr. Nayyar Perviaz Butt; LHR TP 8746In pursuit of environmental and economic objectives, organizations are increasingly adopting green practices within and beyond their operational boundaries. This research investigates whether Green Supply Chain Management (GSCM) practices face similar or distinct challenges concerning regulations, market dynamics, and competition when applied internally versus externally. Leveraging Institutional Theory to identify various pressures and Resource Dependency Theory to scrutinize the impact of internal and external GSCM practices, this study relies on a survey of manufacturing executives in Pakistan. Employing a structured questionnaire, the study does not present original data but synthesizes insights from existing literature. The research reveals that normative pressures influence both internal and external GSCM practices, while coercive and mimetic pressures positively affect both. Additionally, internal GSCM processes exhibit a more significant impact on environmental performance compared to external GSCM activities, proving more effective in enhancing environmental outcomes. External GSCM practices are found to notably enhance employees' work performance and positively impact overall organizational performance. This research contributes theoretical and practical insights, offering valuable knowledge for academics, policymakers, and industry professionals alike.