• Exploring the relationship between strategy consultants and strategy tools using grounded theory : a strategy as practice perspective 

  McLachlan, Philip P. (University of Pretoria, 2019)

  Strategy consultants act as catalysts of contemporary social change. They shape the global economy through strategies of some of the world’s largest organisations, yet little is known about their strategising practices, ...
• Strategic issues in purchasing management for manufacturing enterprises 

  Palliam, Ralph (University of Pretoria, 1997)

  English: The study "Strategic issues in purchasing management for manufacturing enterprise" considers the premise that manufacturing enterprises are facing increased competition and are operating in a dynamic environment. ...
• The interactions of employee engagement, telecommuting and performance for the future of work 

  Ravhudzulo, Hangwani Raymond (University of Pretoria, 2024-03)

  The COVID-19 pandemic catalysed a monumental shift in the world of work, particularly in the Information Communication Technology sector, where telecommuting gained prominence. As organisations adapt to a ‘new normal’ owing ...
• Investigating effectuation theory application in practice when evaluating a distressed venture opportunity 

  Madigoe, Thabang (University of Pretoria, 2024-02-13)

  Once appointed, business rescue practitioners (BRPs) and turnaround professionals (TPs) are faced with critical decision-making as to whether a distressed venture remains viable. A distressed venture opportunity (DVO) is ...
• Investigating the development of logistics capabilities from a resource orchestration perspective 

  Mocke, Kelvinne (University of Pretoria, 2023)

  Logistics capability development has been neglected in the literature, given that logistics capabilities have predominantly been conceptualised from an operational performance standpoint. Despite numerous studies exploring ...
• An investigation of the drivers, adoption and outcomes of sustainable supply chain management practices in supply chain organisations 

  Agigi, Assilah (University of Pretoria, 2023)

  The imperative for firms to embrace sustainable supply chain management (SSCM) practices has become increasingly urgent. Previous studies have indicated that firms adopt SSCM practices differently, some more proactive ...
• Managing stakeholder communication in the Ghanaian telecommunication industry 

  Bandim, Abed-Nego Azumah (University of Pretoria, 2022)

  The telecommunications business in Ghana has grown rapidly during the previous three decades. Thus, it is critical to establish effective communication among key stakeholders and consumers. This study's main purpose is to ...
• Narrating the role of socio-cultural factors in entrepreneurial success : a study of township entrepreneurs 

  Mathebula, Veronica (University of Pretoria, 2023-04)

  Entrepreneurship is regarded as one of the strategic pillars for revitalising South African township economies. This is especially important in the post COVID-19 pandemic era, whereby many businesses face immense hardship. ...
• Managing the shared accommodation industry ethical dilemmas : the case of Cape Town and eThekwini’s competing multi-stakeholder interests 

  Ramawela, Mmatšatši Emmah (University of Pretoria, 2023-08-31)

  Municipalities face a variety of issues, including the need to reconcile the competing interests of many stakeholders as their jurisdictions expand. This is particularly true as municipalities have emerged as fertile spaces ...
• Enabling leadership of and innovation in South African mining companies : pursuing environmental, social, governance principles and the 2030 SDGs 

  Castle, Samantha (University of Pretoria, 2024-01-24)

  In this thesis, titled ‘Enabling leadership of and innovation in South African mining companies: pursuing environmental, social, governance principles and the 2030 SDGs’, the candidate explored how leadership practices and ...
• The integration of business ethics and organisational strategy : a qualitative study of commercial banks in South Africa 

  Lourens, Cecilia (University of Pretoria, 2022)

  Within the South African economy, financial institutions have a particular responsibility to act ethically because of their responsibility to safeguard economic and financial stability. This study, using a strategy-as-practice ...
• Proposed strategic export marketing plan for the South African textile and clothing industry : wool and mohair clothing for the American consumer market 

  Maepa, Alfred Nchaupe (University of Pretoria, 2003-10)

  McDonald (1999:513) defines marketing planning as simply a logical sequence and a series of activities to the setting of marketing objectives and the formulation of plans. This management report proposed a strategic ...
• Investigating the relationship between entrepreneurial orientation and iconic branding in South Africa's food retailing industry : a consumer perspective 

  Gantsho, Karen (University of Pretoria, 2023)

  This study aimed to investigate, from the perspective of consumers, the relationship between iconic branding (IB) and entrepreneurial orientation (EO) of an iconic food retail chain store in South Africa. The study adopted ...
• Investigating distressed venture decision-making during turnarounds 

  Brinkley, Maddison-Lee (University of Pretoria, 2023)

  ABSTRACT Background: Distressed decision-makers (business rescue practitioners or turnaround specialists) are confronted with various alternatives to make the appropriate decisions at various stages of a distressed business ...
• Responsible leadership and inter-organisational partnerships : a relational social constructionist lens 

  Ntakumba, Stanley Sixolile (University of Pretoria, 2023)

  Interorganisational partnerships are organisational forms in which multiple stakeholders work as a collective towards common objectives, and yet little empirical evidence exists on how the leadership construct occurs in ...
• Impact of ethical leadership on organizational citizenship behaviour : group and individual level mediators 

  Mapena, William Lekgoa (University of Pretoria, 2023)

  The proliferation of unethical behaviours and the various instances in which leaders have behaved unethically in the past decade have resulted in a series of negative impacts on their respective firms and organizations. ...
• Exploring strategy formulation by managers in response to disruption within a case study 

  Shikhati, Ursula (University of Pretoria, 2022-01)

  The South African pay television broadcasting industry has been dominated by a single player for a long time, and this organisation enjoyed an uncontested monopoly status since its launch in 1995. However, the gradual ...
• Exploring networks in the entrepreneurial ecosystem for the business development of immigrant entrepreneurs 

  Fubah, Clavis Nwehfor (University of Pretoria, 2023)

  Research indicates that networks play a critical role in business development. However, there is a paucity of research on networks, particularly from the perspectives of immigrant entrepreneurs in emerging markets. The ...
• A stakeholder approach towards a consolidated framework for measuring business incubator efficacy 

  Mould, Rowan Lyle (University of Pretoria, 2023-07)

  Business incubators (BIs) are considered enablers of the entrepreneurial ecosystem, encouraging knowledge flows between institutions and business, and promoting new venture creation. Although incubators continue to ...
• The mediating role of impulsivity in the relationship between entrepreneurial intention and the entrepreneurial action stages 

  Dlamini, Mzwakhe (University of Pretoria, 2023-09)

  Most aspiring entrepreneurs desire to start their own businesses; however, their intentions do not always translate into action. The issue of low entrepreneurial action levels is a global phenomenon and South Africa is no ...

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