Summerstrand Campus (North)

National Conferences (Published Papers)

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  Gray, B., Carelse, M. & Venter, E. 2013. The marketing tasks of small business owners in Nelson Mandela Bay. 25^th Annual Conference of the Southern Institute for Management Scientists, School of Business Management, North-West University, Potchefstroom, 15-17 September.
  
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  Matchaba-Hove, T.M., Farrington, S.M.& Sharp. G 2013. The influence of selected demographic variables on entrepreneurial orientation. 25th Annual Conference of the Southern Institute for Management Scientists, School of Business Management, North-West University, Potchefstroom, 15-17 September.
  
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  Perks, S. 2013. Creating an enabling environment for hawkers in South Africa. Paper presented and published in conference proceedings of the 25^th annual conference of the Southern Africa Institute for Management Scientists (SAIMS), 15– 17 September, North West University, Potchefstroom.
  
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  Saunders, S.B. & Farrington, S.M. 2013. Assessing the entrepreneurial attributes of undergraduate business students at the NMMU. 25th Annual Conference of the Southern Institute for Management Scientists, School of Business Management, North-West University, Potchefstroom, 15-17 September.
  
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  Smith, E.E., Mazibuko, N.E. & Xingwana, L. 2013. The impact of skills shortages on propensity to leave in South African gold mines. Paper read at the 25^th Annual Conference of the Southern African Institute for Management Sciences, Potchefstroom University, 15-17 September.
  
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  Smith, E.E. & Muller, R.J. 2013. Perceptions regarding ethical and social responsibility practices: A SME perspective. Paper read at the 25^th Annual Conference of the Southern African Institute for Management Sciences, Potchefstroom University, 15-17 September.
  
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  Struwig, M. & Marriott, A. 2013. A framework to investigate private label brands at Pick and Pay. Paper presented and published in the proceedings of the 25^th Annual Conference of the Southern African Institute of Management Scientists (SAIMS), 16 – 18 September 2014, Potchefstroom.
  
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  Venter, E. & Farrington, S. 2013. The relationship between entrepreneurial intention and entrepreneurial education among students at a higher educational institution in SA – an exploratory study. 25^th Annual Conference of the Southern Institute for Management Scientists, School of Business Management, North-West University, Potchefstroom, 15-17 September.
  

International Conference (attended – no published papers)

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  Farrington, S.M., Venter, E. & Sharp. G. 2013. Extrinsic rewards in family businesses: Perspectives of nonfamily employees. The 13^th Annual IFERA World Family business conference, St Gallen, Switzerland, 2^nd – 5^th July.
  
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  Matabooe, M. Venter, E. & Rootman, C. 2013. Mentoring as a strategic tool for SMEs in emerging economies. Work-in-progress paper presented at the, annual international conference of the Emerging Markets Conference Board (EMCB), 19-20 June 2013, Port Elizabeth, South Africa.
  

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  Radder, L. & Shrosbree, T. 2013. Tourist characteristics: A need for a change? Paper presented at the International Journal of Arts & Sciences (IJAS) conference, 23-26 June, Műnchen, Germany.
  
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  Van der Merwe, S., Farrington, S.M. & Venter, E. 2013. The influence of relational-based factors on the future continuity of family businesses. The 13^th Annual IFERA World Family business conference, St Gallen, Switzerland, 2^nd – 5^th July.
  
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  Van Eyk, M. & Radder, L. 2013. Profiling the South African game ranch customer. Paper presented at the International Journal of Arts & Sciences (IJAS) conference, 23-26 June, Műnchen, Germany.
  

National Conference (attended – no published papers)

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  Goliath, J.E., Farrington, S.M. & Saunders, S.B. 2013. Establishing student perceptions of an entrepreneur using word associations. 25th Annual Conference of the Southern Institute for Management Scientists, School of Business Management, North-West University, Potchefstroom, 15-17 September. (Nominated for Best Paper Award).
  
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  Radder, L. & Jonas, A. 2013. The influence of person related variables on consumers’ purchase of environmentally-friendly products. Paper presented at the 2013 Annual Conference of the Emerging Markets Conference Board, 9-20 June, Port Elizabeth, South Africa
  
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  Radder, L. 2013. Student expectations of on-campus accommodation. Quality related aspects. Student housing & Development in Africa conference, 18-19 April. Aflax Research Institute, Johannesburg, South Africa. Invited keynote speaker.
  
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  Venter, E. & Farrington, S. 2013. Selected relational-based factors influencing the satisfaction and commitment levels of non-family employees in family businesses. 25^th Annual Conference of the Southern Institute for Management Scientists, School of Business Management, North-West University, Potchefstroom, 15-17 September. (One of the nominations for Best Paper Award).
  

JOURNAL ARTICLES

International indices (ISI & IBSS)

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  Coetzee, J., Van Zyl, H. & Tait, M. 2013. Perceptions of service quality by clients and contact-personnel in the South African retail banking sector. Southern African Business Review, 17(1):1-22.
  
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  Doubell, M & Struwig, M. 2013. The contribution of environmental factors to the professional success of women, Africa Insight, 24(4): 144-165.
  
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  Perks, S. & Oosthuizen, N. 2013. Exploring supplier selection approaches: South African small and medium enterprises perspective. The International Journal of Interdisciplinary Organizational Studies, 7(4):1-16.
  
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  Radder, L. & Han, X. 2013. Perceived quality, visitor satisfaction and conative loyalty in the South African heritage museums. International Business and Economics Research Journal. 12(10): 1261-1272.
  
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  Rootman, C., Tait, M. & Sharp, G. 2013. The influence of demographic variables on relationship banking: An international study. Global Business and Economics Review, 15, (2/3):133-147.
  
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  Zeelie, E.J & Lloyd, H. 2013. A framework for South African industrial cluster identification and analysis. Studies in Economics and Econometrics, 37(2):1-21.
  

DoE list of South African Journals
- Arnolds, C., Stofile, R. & Lillah, R. 2013. Assessing the outcomes of the higher education mergers in South Africa: implications for strategic management. Acta Commercii,13(1).

- Farrington, S.M., Sharp, G & Gongxeka, V. 2013. Employees perceptions and intentions. Journal of Contemporary Management, 10: 77-99.

- Msuthwana, V.M., Tait, M. & Mazibuko, N.E. 2013. A sustainable business development strategy for the automotive refinish distribution industry. Journal of Contemporary Management, 10:59-76.

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  Perks, S. 2013. Factors impacting flyers as an effective promotional tool. Journal of Contemporary Management, 9(2):405-426.
  
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  Rootman, C. & Galloway, K. 2013. Young adults’ perceptions and buying intentions of healthy foods in South Africa. Journal of Contemporary Management, 10(11):176-200.
  
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  Rootman, C. & Zeka, B. 2013. The brand image and performance of small and medium enterprises: How can social responsibility activities help? Acta Commercii, 13(1):online.
  
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  Viviers, S., Van Greunen, C. & Venter, E. 2013. The likelihood of unethical behavior in the life insurance sector in South Africa: An empirical investigation. Management Dynamics, 22(3): 13-28. (SSCI & DHET).
  
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  Venter, E., Farrington, S. & Sharp, G. 2013. The influence of relational-based issues on job satisfaction and organisational commitment in family businesses: views of non-family employees. Management Dynamics, 22(4): 38-57. (SSCI & DHET).
  

Other Peer-reviewed Journal Articles

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  Gaya, H.J., Struwig, M. & Smith, E. 2013. Creating a sustainable competitive advantage at a high performing firm in Kenya, African Journal of Business Management, 7 (21), 2049-2058.
  
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  Perks, S. & Austin, G.D. 2013. Exploring business growth aspirations and strategic planning of hair dressing salons in South Africa. Review of Integrative Business and Economics Research, 2(1):319-332.
  
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  Perks, S. & Oosthuizen, N. 2013. Exploring supplier negotiation best practices and supplier relationships strategies in South Africa. Journal of Integrative Research, 2(1): 333-350.
  
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  Perks, S. & Tait, M. 2013. Perceptions of retailing best practices: A South African perspective. The International Journal of Interdisciplinary Organizational Studies, 7(1):1-17.
  
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  Radder, L., Mulder, A. & Han, X. 2013. Motivations and socio-demographic characteristics of safari hunters: A South African perspective. Academy of Marketing Studies Journal. 17(1): 1-20.
  
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  Smith, E.E. 2013. A perceptual study regarding the governance and sustainability of organisations in South Africa. European Journal of Business and Social Sciences. 2(3): 63-82. ISSN NO. 2235-767X.
  
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  Smith, E.E. 2013. Assessing the impact of greening perceptions on consumer purchasing behavior. International Journal of Economics and Management Sciences. 2(11): 94-107. ISSN NO. 2162-6359.
  
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  Smith, E. & Rootman, C. 2013. Assessing perceptions regarding the sustainability of contemporary organisations. Business Management Dynamics, 3(1), Manuscript ID: bmd-110361, ISSN: 2047-7031.
  
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  Struwig, M & Smit, G. 2013. Green Building Guidelines at South African Universities, Journal of Clean Energy Technologies, 2 (3): 210-215. ISSN: 1793-821X.
  

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  Van Eyk, M. & Radder, L. 2013. The need for an extended marketing mix: A game ranching example. International Journal of Business and Management Studies. 2(1): 393-402.
  

BOOKS AND BOOK CHAPTERS

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  Kruger, J. & Struwig M. 2013. A Review of Valuation Approaches for Valuing Internet-Based Business Organizations. IN Gabriel Ogunmokun and Rony Gabbay, Marketing, Management and International Business: Contemporary Issues and Research in Selected Countries, Australia: Global Publishing House. Chapter 9.
  
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  Perks, S. 2013. Chapter 13 in Louw, L. & Venter, P. 2013. Strategic Management: Developing sustainability in South Africa. 2^nd edition. Cape Town: Oxford University Press.
  
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  Struwig, F.W. & Stead, G.B. 2013. Research: Planning, Designing and Reporting. 2^nd Edition. Cape Town: Pearson Education.
  
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  Tait, M. 2013. In Verhage, B. Marketing: A global perspective. Hampshire, UK: Cengage Learning.
  

RESEARCH REPORTS
None.

CREATIVE OUTPUTS
None.

MASTERS AND DOCTORAL DEGREES COMPLETED

Masters by Research

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  Bailey, P.J. 2013. Organisational commitment in the automotive industry: a comparative study of employment contracts. Unpublished MCom dissertation. NMMU. Cum Laude. (Supervisors: Dr J Krüger, Prof NE Mazibuko)
  
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  Baxter, C. 2013. Savings behaviour in selected poor townships of the Kouga municipal district. Unpublished MCom dissertation. NMMU. (Study-leader: Prof S.Hosking; Co-study leader: Mrs N. Oosthuizen).
  
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  Galloway, K. 2013. Selected marketing communication methods influencing young adults’ perceptions and buying intentions of healthy foods in South Africa. Unpublished MCom dissertation. NMMU. (Study-leader: Prof C. Rootman).
  
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  Goliath, J.E. 2013. Establishing the perceptions of an entrepreneur using word associations. S208027264. (Supervisor Prof S.M. Farrington)
  
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  Halforty, G.A. 2013. Constraints to students’ participation in sport on a formalised level: Implications for marketers. Unpublished M Tech (Marketing) dissertation, NMMU. (Supervisor: Prof L. Radder).
  
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  Lama Ndai, A. 2013. The impact of happiness on the job satisfaction of employees in the ICT industry. (Promoter Prof E Venter; Co-supervisor Prof A Calitz).
  
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  Mamadou, H. 2013. The impact of happiness on students’ entrepreneurial intention at a higher educational institution. Promoter Prof E Venter; Co-supervision Dr M Cullen).
  
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  Matchaba-Hove, M.T.M. 2013. The entrepreneurial orientation of small businesses in the Eastern Cape. Unpublished MCom dissertation. NMMU. (Study leader: Prof S.M. Farrington).
  
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  Potgieter, A. 2013. The influence of motivational factors on corporate performance and customer satisfaction. Unpublished MCom dissertation. NMMU. (Supervisor: Prof N.E. Mazibuko; Co-supervisor: Prof M. Tait).
  

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  Theron, E. 2013. Value delivered by private game reserves in South Africa: A comparison of managers’ and visitors’ perceptions. Unpublished M Tech (Marketing) dissertation, NMMU. (Supervisor: Prof L. Radder). (Cum Laude).
  
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  Zeka, B. 2013. The influence of business social responsibility of the brand image and business performance of small and medium-sized enterprises. Unpublished MCom dissertation. NMMU. (Study-leader: Prof C. Rootman). (Cum Laude).
  

Doctoral Degrees

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  Burhan, A.M. 2013. Marketers’ perceptions of negotiation behaviour in a global firm. (Promoter: Prof NE Mazibuko).
  
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  Dames, R.S. 2013. Investigating SME incubator best practices to assist in creating and enabling SME incubation environment. Unpublished DBA thesis. NMMU. (Promoter: Prof S Perks).
  
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  Gaya, H.J. 2013. Tangible resources to create sustainable competitive advantage: A case study of Toyota Kenya. Unpublished PhD thesis. NMMU. (Promoter: Prof F.W. Struwig & co-promoter: Prof EE Smith).
  
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  Kruger, J. 2013. Valuation of internet-based businesses. Unpublished PhD thesis. NMMU. (Promoter: Prof F.W. Struwig).
  
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  Jowah, E.L. 2013. Critical core competencies for effective strategic leadership in project management. Unpublished D.Com thesis. NMMU. (Promoter: N. E. Mazibuko Co-promoter: M. Tait) Port Elizabeth: NMMU.
  
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  Okware, F. 2013. Factors impacting performance of public and private training institutions in Uganda. Unpublished PhD thesis. NMMU. (Promoter: Prof S Perks and Co-promoter: Prof EE Smith).
  
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  Sena, S. 2013. Nation branding: Case study of Zimbabwe. Unpublished Ph. D thesis. NMMU. (Promoter: N. E. Mazibuko Co-promoter: M. Tait) Port Elizabeth: NMMU.
  
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  Strydom, K. 2013. Perceptions of the impact of diversity and culture on strategy implementation in a higher education institution. Unpublished DBA thesis. NMMU. (Promoter: Prof S Perks and Co-promoter: Prof EE Smith).
  
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  Tshuma, E. 2013. Perceptions regarding privatisation of parastatals in Zimbabwe. Unpublished PhD thesis. NMMU. (Promoter: Prof NE Mazibuko & Prof EE Smith).
  
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  Van Achterbergh, L. 2013. Social media reviews to investigate restaurant dining experiences. Unpublished PhD thesis. NMMU. (Promoter: Prof F.W. Struwig).
  
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  Xingwana, L. 2013. Management perceptions regarding skills shortages in gold mines. Unpublished PhD thesis. NMMU. (Promoter: Prof EE Smith and Co-Promoter: Prof NE Mazibuko).
  

BCom Honours Treatises

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  Abrahams, B. & Carelsen, M. 2013. An investigation into the marketing tasks of small business owners in the Nelson Mandela Metropole. (Study leaders: Prof E Venter and Ms B Gray).
  
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  Akponah, V. & Leon, A. 2013. An assessment of social responsibility and ethical practices in small and medium enterprises. Unpublished BCom Honours treatise. NMMU. (Study leader: Prof EE Smith).
  
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  Banda, K.N. & Nontshinga, C.Z. 2013. Valuation of a company using various valuation methods. Unpublished BCom Honours treatise. NMMU. (Study leader: Dr J Krüger)
  
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    Bhana, M. & Natha, S.A. 2013. Identifying the relationship marketing strategies businesses can use to improve customers’ credit knowledge. Unpublished BCom Honours treatise. NMMU. (Study leaders: Prof C. Rootman).
    
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    Cumberledge, R. & Millson, C. 2013. The importance of selected goals and their influence on the overall perception of success among family-owned businesses in the Nelson Mandela Bay. (Prof E. Venter and S.M. Prof Farrington).
    
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    De Lange, J.A. & Scheepers, J. 2013. The influence of goal achievement on the job satisfaction of small and medium-sized business owner-managers in the Eastern Cape. (Prof E. Venter and S.M. Prof Farrington).
    
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    Goliath, J.E. & Mahomed, L. 2013. Factors influencing the intention to adopt e-commerce in the Nelson Mandela Metropole. Unpublished BCom Honours treatise. NMMU. (Study leaders: Mr. A. Nelmapius).
    
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    Human, W. & Miles, J. 2013. Factors augmenting the public hospital servicescape in Nelson Mandela Bay. Unpublished BCom Honours tretaise. (Study leader: Prof NE Mazibuko).
    
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    Kutta, T. (s213510634) & Mazibukwana, A. (s208090804). 2013. The importance of selected goals and their influence on the overall perception of success among small-medium sized businesses in the Nelson Mandela Bay. (Prof Venter and Prof Farrington).
    
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    Lukwago, D. & Mfenyana, S. 2013. Consumers’ online purchasing intention: A South African perspective. Unpublished BCom Honours treatise. NMMU. (Study leaders: Mr. A. Nelmapius).
    
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    Makoni, C.T. & Rugemalila F.K. 2013. Perceptions regarding greening and its impact on consumer purchasing behaviour. Unpublished BCom Honours treatise. NMMU. (Study leader: Prof EE Smith).
    
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    Muller, E. & Scholtz, R. Student perceptions of sustainability at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. Unpublished BCom Honours treatise. NMMU. (Study leader: Prof. M. Struwig).
    
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    Munnick, L. & Van Vuuren, P. 2013. Perceptions of customer satisfaction in selected financial service industries. Unpublished BCom Honours treatise. NMMU. (Study leaders: Prof C. Rootman and Dr Krüger).
    
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    Mvusi, S.A. & Poswayo, P. 2013. Customer retention strategies for guesthouses in the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan area. Unpublished BCom Honours treatise. NMMU. (Study leaders: Prof C. Rootman).
    
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    Nzima, N. & Yoba, M. 2013. Professionalism and Ethics in Financial Planning. Unpublished BCom Honours treatise. NMMU. (Study leader: Ms N. Oosthuizen).
    
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    Nyweba, A. 2013. Factors which influence the use of online social networking by small business enterprises in Nelson Mandela Bay. (Study leader: Ms B Gray).
    

BTech Treatises

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  Buyasi, E. 2013. The perceived effectiveness of marketing communication tools in attracting people to a church. Unpublished BTech treatise. NMMU. (Study leader: Prof L. Radder).
  
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  Bezuidenhout, W.S. 2013. Profile of customers purchasing console video games form the Walmer branch of Ultimate Games, Port Elizabeth. Unpublished BTech treatise. NMMU. (Study leader: Prof L. Radder).
  
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  Fenayo, N. & Constable C. 2013. Attributes attracting consumers to Walmer Park Shopping Centre. Unpublished BTech treatise. NMMU. (Supervisor: Prof M. Tait).
  
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  Gomes, C. 2013. The usage of social networks for business purposes. Unpublished BTech treatise. NMMU. (Study leader: Dr M. van Eyk).
  
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  Grewar, K.S., Meissenheimer, C. & Ulay, B. 2013. The effects of communication technology on the reading habits of readers of The Herald. Unpublished BTech treatise. NMMU. (Study leader: Prof L. Radder).
  
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  Jajiya, B. 2013. Antecedents to customer loyalty to the four main banks in Port Elizabeth. Unpublished BTech treatise. NMMU. (Study leader: Prof L. Radder).
  
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  Kahlela, A., Mathidi, T. & Ngcobondwana, T. 2013. Customers’ expectations and perceptions of Edgars service quality. Unpublished BTech treatise. NMMU. (Study leader: Dr M. van Eyk).
  
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  Sibaru, N. 2013. Barriers to the adoption of mobile banking. Unpublished BTech treatise. NMMU. (Study leader: Prof L. Radder).
  
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  Millar, C.S. 2013. Consumers’ attitudes towards direct marketing. Unpublished BTech treatise. NMMU. (Study leader: Prof L. Radder).
  
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  Van Rooyen, K. & Mavumengwana, 2013. Customers’ perceptions of shopping value at Walmer Park Shopping Centre. Unpublished BTech treatise. NMMU. (Supervisor: Prof M. Tait).
  

Other (general)

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  Rootman, C. 2013. Guest lecturer during Osnabruck University of Applied Sciences’ international block week: 4-8 November 2013. Course title: Marketing Communications Management and Business Cases on Stakeholder Management.
  
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  Tait, M. 2013. Appointed as Honorary Professor in the Department of Marketing Management at the University of Johannesburg.
  
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  Tait, M. 2013. Appointed as Higher Education South Africa Leadership and Management Fellow (HESA HELM).
  

Popular Publications
None.

Talks
- Venter, E. Series of 14 talks on SABC radio on the importance of family farms, challenges they face, succession, sibling partnerships, handling conflict, the role of women, etc. April 2013.

- Venter, E. The most important challenges facing family businesses. Keynote speaker at an investment seminar organised by Boshoff & Visser, Swellendam and Riversdale. 15 and 16 August.

HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT
Many staff members attended various workshops and seminars to improve their knowledge and skills as researchers.

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  Gray, B. 2013. Attended the 5-day Doctoral Research Training Programme (DRTP): presented by the University of Stellenbosch Business School, Bellville (28 October – 1 November 2013).
  
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  Krüger, J. 2013. Selected for Doctoral Supervision Workshop (offered by RCD, NMMU and Nuffic)
  
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  Rootman, C. 2013. Selected for Doctoral Supervision Workshop (offered by RCD, NMMU and Nuffic).
  

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  Zeka, B. 2013. Selected for Early Career Development Programme (offered by RCD, NMMU.
  

ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENT
Most staff members acted as reviewers for academic journals and conference papers in the field of business management and serve on the editorial boards of journals. Many act as external examiners/moderators for examinations and post-graduate studies of other universities.


GRANTS RECEIVED

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  Nelmapuis, A. 2013. NRF Sabbatical Grants to Complete Doctoral Degrees Programme 2013
  
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  Radder, L. NRF Grant for rated researchers.
  
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  Mazibuko, N.E. KIC Travel Grant
  
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  Oosthuizen, N. 2013. KIC Travel grant
  
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  Smith, E.E. 2013. KIC Travel Grant
  
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  Van Eyk, M. 2013. KIC Travel Grant
  

AWARDS RECEIVED

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  Doubell, M. & Struwig, M. 2013. A study of the Relationships between Cultural Factors and Perceived Success of Professional and Business Women. World Academy of Researchers, Educators and Scholars in Business, Social Sciences, Humanities and Education (WARES & AWFBMAIT), 22-25 July 2013, Cape Town, South Africa. ISBN 978-0-9752272-5-1 (Best Paper Award).
  
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  Farrington, S. M., Venter, E., Matabooe, M. & Sharp. G. 2013. Investigating the influence of selected rewards on the job satisfaction and organizational commitment levels of non-family employees working in family businesses. The 6^th International Business Conference (IBC), Le-Meridien Barbarons, Mahē, Seychelles, 2-5 September. (Second runner up Best Paper award).
  
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  Farrington, S.M. 2013. Received the Faculty Reseacher of the Year Award.
  
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  Kruger, J. 2013. Faculty Emerging Researcher of the year.
  
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  Radder, L. 2013. Received NRF rating level C3, effective January 2013.
  
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  Rootman, C. & Krüger, J. 2013. A study of customer satisfaction in the financial planning and retail banking industries in South Africa. Paper presented and published in the proceedings of the World Academy of Researchers, Educators, Scholars in Business, Social Sciences, Humanities and Education Conferences (WARES), 22-25 July 2013, Cape Town, South Africa. (Won Paper of Commendation award)
  
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  Rootman, C. & Tait, M. 2013. Banking clients’ perceptions on customer retention: Lessons to an emerging economy. Paper presented and published in the proceedings of the annual international conference of the Emerging Markets Conference Board (EMCB), 19-20 June 2013, Port Elizabeth, South Africa. (Won Best Paper Runner-up award).
  
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  Smith, E.E. 2013. Faculty Sustainability/Green Researcher of the year 2013.
  
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  Van der Merwe, Farrington, S.M. & Venter, E. 2013. The influence of family relationships on the future continuity of family businesses. The 6^th International Business Conference (IBC), Le-Meridien Barbarons, Mahē, Seychelles, 2-5 September. (First runner up Best Paper award).
  

KNOWLEDGE PRODUCTS
None.
4.4 Self-assessment of achievement of goals/targets
The table below provides a summary of the research outputs of the School in 2011 and 2012 with a brief assessment of the achievement of the goals/targets in 2012.

OUTPUTS	2012		2013 l	% change
CONFERENCES	42		45	7
International Conferences (Published Papers)	25		28
National Conferences (Published Papers)	13		8
International Conference (attended – no published papers)	4		5
National Conference (attended – no published papers)			4
JOURNAL ARTICLES	19		23	21
International indices (ISI &IBSS)	11		5
DoE list of South African Journals	6		8
Other Peer-reviewed Journal Articles	2		10
BOOKS AND BOOK CHAPTERS	8		4	-50
RESEARCH REPORTS				N/A
CREATIVE OUTPUTS				N/A
MASTERS AND DOCTORAL DEGREES COMPLETED	19		22	16
Masters by Coursework and Treatise	6		0
Masters by Research	7		11
Doctoral Degrees	6		11
TREATISES COMPLETED	29		26	10
BCom Hons treatises	19		16
BTech treatises	10		10
OTHER	10		2	-80
Talks	2		2
Magazine publications	8