University of Tehran PressInterdisciplinary Journal of Management Studies2981-079518420250904Examining the Components of Organizational Attractiveness: An Employee Perspective61563310185810.22059/ijms.2025.370331.676454ENShimmyFrancisResearch Scholar, School of Business and Management. Christ University Bengaluru, Karnataka, India 560029SangeethaRangasamyAssociate Professor, School of Business and Management, School of Business and Management. Christ University Bengaluru, Karnataka, India 5600290000-0002-1850-232XLakshmi ShankarIyerAssociate Professor & Head of Business Analytics, School of Business and Management, School of Business and Management. Christ University Bengaluru, Karnataka, India 560029SathiyaseelanBAssociate Professor & Area Chair, HR, School of Business and Management, School of Business and Management. Christ University Bengaluru, Karnataka, India 560029Journal Article20240201This study examines the key components influencing organizational attractiveness in the Information Technology (IT) sector in Bangalore, India. A multistage sampling technique was employed to gather data from employees across twenty IT software companies in Bangalore. A structured questionnaire was administered, and a total of 740 responses were collected. Data analysis was conducted using the Statistical Programme for Social Sciences (SPSS 25.0), incorporating descriptive and inferential statistical methods. Exploratory factor analysis with Promax rotation was applied to extract the primary factors contributing to organizational attractiveness. The analysis revealed nine critical factors influencing organizational attractiveness: career growth opportunities (CGO), corporate social responsibility (CSR), flexible work practices (FWP), perceived organizational prestige (POP), perceived organizational support (POS), happiness at work (HAW), professional stability (PS), work options (WO), and compressed workweeks (CW). CGO and FWP emerged as the most impactful factors, reflecting employees' preferences for career advancement and work-life balance. CSR and POP highlight the importance of organizational values and reputation.https://ijms.ut.ac.ir/article_101858_32c88cedb4bca8d7ef6a9ded2850d0b8.pdfUniversity of Tehran PressInterdisciplinary Journal of Management Studies2981-079518420250904Promoting Social Entrepreneurial Intention in Food Industry: The Roles of Social Capital and Creativity63564910350510.22059/ijms.2025.372061.676521ENMojganKhoshmaramResearcher, Department of Social and Economic Research, Ilam Agricultural and Natural Resources Research and Education Center, AREEO, Ilam, IranNematollahShiriDepartment of Entrepreneurship and Rural Development, Ilam University, Ilam, IranSeidmehdiVeisehDepartment of Management, Ilam University, Ilam, IranJournal Article20240202Today, food security has become one of the main concerns for key stakeholders, including businesses, governments, and educational institutions. Therefore, identifying the drivers of social responsibility development—such as social entrepreneurship—in the food industry can effectively contribute to achieving sustainable development. However, the entrepreneurship literature in the field of social entrepreneurship development in the food industry is weak, especially in the context of Iran. To fill this gap and assist policymakers, the present study was conducted to investigate the impact of social capital and creativity dimensions on Social Entrepreneurship Intention (SEI) among food industry owners. The statistical population in this study consisted of all food industry entities (n=1208) in Ilam Province (western Iran). The research samples included 415 food industry owners in western Iran, who were selected using a random stratified sampling method with proportional assignment. The findings indicated that the SEI status of the participants was at a moderate level. The modeling results indicated that strong and weak social connections and interactions play a decisive role in the development of SEI. Among the dimensions of creativity, only the originality dimension facilitates the SEI development process, while the usefulness dimension does contribute positively to this process. Therefore, by developing bridging and bonding social capital and promoting the innovative ideas and initiatives of people working in the food industry, we can witness the development of social entrepreneurship and, as a result, achieve sustainable food security in society.https://ijms.ut.ac.ir/article_103505_7f8b2a64927f06116db49875a73e8a7a.pdfUniversity of Tehran PressInterdisciplinary Journal of Management Studies2981-079518420250904Fostering Competitiveness Through Green Business Practices: A Systematic Literature Review65166810135610.22059/ijms.2025.372621.676550ENAgusSugiartoFaculty of Economics and Business, Satya Wacana Christian University, Indonesia, Salatiga, IndonesiaAlbert Kriestian Novi AdhiNugrahaFaculty of Economics and Business, Satya Wacana Christian University, Indonesia, Salatiga, IndonesiaJournal Article20240213For companies, implementing green business practices is believed to provide a sustainable organizational competitiveness. Interestingly, there is a lack of systematic literature reviews that encapsulate the various green business practices contributing to business competitiveness. This study applies a systematic literature review approach including scholarly articles on the relationship between green business practices and business competitiveness published between 2014 and 2023. This study utilizes the PRISMA framework to identify various green practices that affect business operations. The findings indicate that green production and operation, innovation, and marketing have become the most discussed aspects. However, the discussions regarding strategic management are limited. These studies indicate the increased role of green business practices in fostering business competitiveness. This study also strengthens evidence that green business practices positively affect business competitiveness in terms of sustainability.https://ijms.ut.ac.ir/article_101356_ae8cb8a3676e0014e7df4733ee5092e8.pdfUniversity of Tehran PressInterdisciplinary Journal of Management Studies2981-079518420250904Integrating and Updating the Stock Market Regulation: A Significant Approach to Enhance the Information Efficiency of the Stock Market66968410185910.22059/ijms.2025.379692.676885ENMohamadSaadDepartment of Management, University of Tehran, Kish International Campus, Kish Island, Islamic Republic of Iran; Lebanese International University, Department of Finance, Beirut, LebanonSaeedBajalanDepartment of Management, University of Tehran, Tehran, Islamic Republic of IranRezaTehraniDepartment of Management, University of Tehran, Tehran, Islamic Republic of IranJournal Article20240801This study investigates the potential for improving stock market efficiency through innovative and integrated regulatory measures. It examines the effects of three proposed measures: (1) requiring shareholders to agree on a unified stock valuation model for stock price setting, (2) encouraging long-term investment horizons, and (3) controlling the behaviors of short-term traders. Using a simulated stock market designed for a virtual company, along with a micro-survey, the study tests six hypotheses related to the impact of these measures on market efficiency. Findings indicate that adopting a unified stock valuation model significantly enhances information efficiency. Additionally, implementing a maturity tax along with the unified model effectively extends shareholders' investment horizons. However, dynamic price limits, which are tied to the fair value derived from the unified model, show limited effectiveness in curbing speculative behavior during market crashes. The study concludes that integrating and updating stock market regulations can improve information efficiency, offering valuable insights for regulators and policymakers, particularly in emerging markets. The limitations include the simulated environment's inability to fully replicate real-world market complexities as well as relatively small sample sizes. Future research should incorporate larger and more diverse samples, extend the simulation duration, and validate findings using additional data sources to strengthen the reliability of the results.https://ijms.ut.ac.ir/article_101859_bd8e633c1d947b0527ead17f0f97eff4.pdfUniversity of Tehran PressInterdisciplinary Journal of Management Studies2981-079518420250904The Role of Green Financing and Technological Innovation in Enhancing Corporate Environmental Performance Among Manufacturing Companies in India68570410143010.22059/ijms.2025.381518.676987ENSyed IrfanShafiDepartment of Management Studies, Islamic University of Science and Technology, Awantipora, Pulwama-KashmirMohd IqbalKhanDepartment of Management Studies, Islamic University of Science and Technology, Awantipora, Pulwama-KashmirShakeel UlRehmanDepartment of Management Studies, Islamic University of Science and Technology, Awantipora, Pulwama-KashmirJournal Article20240909This study examines the relationship between technological innovation, green financing, and environmental performance in Indian manufacturing companies. While green finance and technological innovation are found to be good for the environment, their direct impact on the environmental performance of companies requires further investigation. Using the partial linear scale model of structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM), this research assesses these effects and their interactions. The findings indicated that technological innovation significantly improves environmental performance and contributes to overall corporate success. Green financing, which includes environmental, financial, and social aspects, also has a positive impact on environmental performance. However, the economic factors do not exert a significant impact. The study presents empirical evidence of the interaction between green finance and technological innovation, offering valuable insights for policymakers and industry leaders within the Indian manufacturing sector. The findings can aid in formulating effective strategies for integrating green finance and technological innovation, thereby driving sustainable business practices and promoting environmentally responsible business models for long-term success.https://ijms.ut.ac.ir/article_101430_ea1ff18799060e711a885108c24e8db3.pdfUniversity of Tehran PressInterdisciplinary Journal of Management Studies2981-079518420250904Sustainability in Higher Education Institutions: A Systematic Review of Key Sustainability Focus Areas70572910154910.22059/ijms.2025.381578.676985ENElhamRaziFaculty of Management and Accounting, College of Farabi, University of Tehran, Tehran, IranJafarTorkzadehFaculty of Education and Psychology, University of Shiraz, Shiraz, IranJournal Article20240929Over the past two decades, sustainability has gained significant attention in higher education studies. This paper reviews the current literature that examines the sustainability areas in higher education. To meet the aim of the paper, a systematic literature review of peer-reviewed journals was conducted in four main steps including tracing, filtering, evaluating, and synthesizing the documents. Articles were retrieved from databases Google Scholar, Science Direct, Emerald Insight, and Springer Link. Subsequently, a total of 182 articles published between 1998 and 2024 were analyzed. The results suggested that the main contributions to the field are to be found in the areas of assessment and reporting, education, barriers and drivers, governance, conceptualization, campus, modeling, and research, respectively. Finally, an attempt has been made to outline the logical connection of these concepts in the form of a conceptual model. The main contribution of this research is providing a general and guiding framework focused on the areas of sustainability in higher education institutions. This study also contributes to enhancing the knowledge of the novel concepts, categories, and relations, which can guide future research. The results have considerable implications for beneficiaries, specifically university planners, policymakers, decision-makers, and professionals to understand the important areas that can assist in facilitating and accelerating sustainability efforts in higher education.https://ijms.ut.ac.ir/article_101549_6dabac40be61b41f0fc661e2d2d5fa9d.pdfUniversity of Tehran PressInterdisciplinary Journal of Management Studies2981-079518420250904Academic Dishonesty among Accounting Students During COVID-19: New Evidence from Developing Country73175010135710.22059/ijms.2025.381792.676997ENDesiIlonaFaculty of Economics, Universitas Ekasakti, Padang, IndonesiaZaitulZaitulFaculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Bung Hatta, Padang, IndonesiaYeasyDarmayantiFaculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Bung Hatta, Padang, IndonesiaSalfadriSalfadriFaculty of Economics, Universitas Ekasakti, Padang, IndonesiaJournal Article20240902This research study aims to develop an integrated model by combining personality trait and theory of planned behavior to resolve academic dishonesty among accounting students during COVID-19 pandemic. Specifically, the effect of three theory of planned behavior (TPB) construct on academic dishonesty is investigated, with the role of justification as a mediating variable. The role of TPB construct as mediating variable between five personality traits and academic dishonesty is also determined using 314 accounting students. The result indicated that there is a positive relationship between attitude and academic dishonesty. Additionally, the role of justification as a mediating variable proved partially significant in the relationship. In this context, TPB construct mediated the relationship between personality trait dimensions and academic dishonesty.https://ijms.ut.ac.ir/article_101357_bd14578a9d81ba930fdd992277cf405b.pdfUniversity of Tehran PressInterdisciplinary Journal of Management Studies2981-079518420250904Navigating the Institutional Landscape: The Dynamics of Operant Resources and Value Co-Creation for Service Innovation in Pakistani ICT Firms75177410142910.22059/ijms.2025.382793.677053ENNidaQamarHailey College of Commerce, University of The Punjab, Lahore, PakistanFouzia HadiAliHailey College of Commerce, University of The Punjab, Lahore, PakistanJournal Article20241001This research investigates the factors influencing service innovation within Pakistan's ICT SME software development sector to address challenges hindering global competitiveness. A quantitative research approach was adopted, utilizing Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) to analyze the data collected from a sample of 336 software firms. The study integrates Service-Dominant Logic (SDL), Resource Advantage (RA) Theory, and Institutional Theory to explore the interplay of variables affecting service innovation. The results indicate that company-customer relationships, knowledge valuation, and customizing capability significantly impact value co-creation and service innovation. Moreover, institutional logics, particularly cognitive and normative logics, were found to moderate these relationships. This research comprehensively examines the factors influencing service innovation in the Pakistani ICT sector. It extends the application of SDL and Institutional Theory to a specific emerging market context, contributing valuable insights to the field of service innovation.https://ijms.ut.ac.ir/article_101429_c9e31f3192af9e0e7593b7734d2fa48b.pdfUniversity of Tehran PressInterdisciplinary Journal of Management Studies2981-079518420250904Navigating Digital Transformation in the Distribution Sector in Emerging Economies: Insights from Vietnam77579010186010.22059/ijms.2025.382811.677055ENMinh TuanVuForeign Trade University, VietnamHai NinhNguyenDepartment of Marketing - School of International Business and Economics – Foreign Trade University (FTU), VietnamJournal Article20240930This study aims to investigate the key determinants influencing digital transformation adoption in Vietnam’s distribution sector, focusing on factors such as technology infrastructure, leader support, financial investment, market pressure, and organizational readiness to change. Utilizing a quantitative research approach, the researchers collected data from 288 managers and staff through structured questionnaires. The analysis was conducted using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), revealing that market pressure and readiness to change are the most significant predictors of digital transformation. Contrary to prior assumptions, leadership support and financial investment did not directly influence adoption; rather, they contributed indirectly by shaping organizational culture. The study offers practical implications for managers in emerging economies and contributes to the theoretical understanding of digital transformation drivers.https://ijms.ut.ac.ir/article_101860_28d76f807343163364da02fe11b925c1.pdfUniversity of Tehran PressInterdisciplinary Journal of Management Studies2981-079518420250904The Combined Influence of Market Concentration and Shares on Banking Performance: Insights from Jordan79180610169110.22059/ijms.2025.383545.677089ENRaghadHabaibehDepartment of Accounting, Business School, University of Jordan, Amman, JordanMahmoudAlkhalailehDepartment of Accounting, Business School, University of Jordan, Amman, JordanManarAl-MoharebDepartment of Accounting, Business School, University of Jordan, Amman, JordanJournal Article20241010This study investigates how market shares and concentration affect banks' performance on the Amman Stock Exchange. We employed regression analysis on a complete dataset from 2012 to 2022. We look at the Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) to analyse how market concentration and each bank's share affect their performance. The research findings indicated a positive relationship between market shares and banks’ performance, as well as a positive relationship between market concentration and banks’ performance. These results support the structure-conduct-performance (SCP) and relative market power (RMP) hypotheses. The findings have significant implications for policymakers, regulators, and banking practitioners aiming to enhance the banking sector's efficiency, competitiveness, and resilience in emerging markets.https://ijms.ut.ac.ir/article_101691_0f14e6912fe0099e9cd664366382321a.pdfUniversity of Tehran PressInterdisciplinary Journal of Management Studies2981-079518420250904Connecting Hedonic Emotions, Perceived Quality, and Product Interest with Perceived Status Symbol and Repurchase Intention: The Moderating Roles of Individualism and War Animosity80781910135810.22059/ijms.2025.385818.677182ENPranayVermaDepartment of Marketing, AIBS, Amity University, Noida, IndiaVinitaSharmaDepartment of IT, AIBS, Amity University, Noida, IndiaJournal Article20241123Do individuals perceive any status associated with the quality of decorative rope lights? This study addresses the antecedents of this perceived status. It further examines how animosity and individualism affect their intention to repurchase foreign products in an emerging Asian market. Surveys were conducted on Indian consumers' animosity toward Chinese products. The methodologies of structural equation modeling analyzed the measurement and the structural models, while the process model tested the moderation effect. Product interest, quality, and hedonic emotions jointly act as stimuli in building an individual's perception of status. The interaction effect of low individualism with high individualism is prominent in the context of low war animosity, where re-purchase intention increases with an increase in the perceived status. The research contributes to the literature by combining the effects of hedonic emotions, product interest, and product quality for LED rope lights in studying consumers’ status symbols from the perspective of the SOR model, in the context of changing war animosity and individualism, which provides valuable insights into the field of international marketing and consumer behaviour. The SOR model has been enhanced by incorporating the moderation effects.https://ijms.ut.ac.ir/article_101358_f857307a863598975ed646b7bfc2ea2d.pdfUniversity of Tehran PressInterdisciplinary Journal of Management Studies2981-079518420250904Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainable Development in a Developing Country: The Mediating Role of Team Identity and Team Brand image82183510138610.22059/ijms.2025.386859.677228ENHosseinMansouriDepartment of Physical Education ,University of Kurdistan, Sanandaj, Iran0000-0002-7982-7478ShahramNazariDepartment of Physical Education, Farhangian University, Tehran, IranGeoffDicksonLA Trobe University, Melbourne, AustraliaJournal Article20241211This paper examines the mediating role of team identity and team brand image in the<strong> </strong>relationship between corporate social responsibility and sustainable development. Using convenience sampling, 372 usable questionnaires were completed from fans of four Iranian football teams. The data were analyzed using structural equation modeling. Positive and significant impacts were evident in the relationships between a) social responsibility and sustainable development; b) the team’s social responsibility and team identity; c) the team’s social responsibility and brand image; d) team identity and sustainable development; e) team brand image and sustainable development; as well as e) the mediating roles of team identity and brand image in the relationship between social responsibility and the sustainable development. Social responsibility can help to strengthen the team identity and brand image of the club in the minds of fans, as well as contribute to sustainable development. This research provides valuable insights into the link between social responsibility, team identity, team brand image, and sustainable development of football clubs in developing countries.https://ijms.ut.ac.ir/article_101386_55c2a5fc29a6aee1a678594e4dd2f50d.pdf