2024-03-29T13:49:28Zhttps://laur.lau.edu.lb:8443/oai/requestoai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1402021-01-21T10:28:54Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Itani, Bilal Mohammad
2010-11-15T08:49:34Z
2010-11-15T08:49:34Z
2010-11-15
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/140
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.2010.15
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
Organizational Climates are the set of expectations that represents a property of organizational environments that is perceived directly or indirectly by individuals in that organization. The main organizational climates that have been identified are: Structure, Responsibility, Risk, Reward, Warmth and Support, Conflict, Expect Approval. Considerable research indicates the Organizational Climates are related and affected by certain organizational environment. The learning organization is the set of dimensions that continuously change and adopt the learning concept in an organizational environment maintaining a competitive edge. The learning organization dimensions include: Continuous Learning, Dialogue and Inquiry, Team Learning, Embedded Systems, Empowerment, System Connections, and Provide Leadership. In this study, our purpose is to examine the effects of the learning organization dimensions on organizational climate. Data gathered through questionnaires distributed to employees from various industries in Lebanon are analysed. Using various statistical techniques, the dimensions that affect each organizational climate are identified and the strengths of the relationships are determined. Several hypotheses regarding the learning organization dimensions
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effects on climates are tested. The results are interpreted and recommendations are given.
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Corporate culture -- Lebanon
Organizational learning -- Lebanon
Organizational effectiveness -- Lebanon
Employee attitude surveys -- Lebanon
Effect of learning organization on organizational climates. (c2010)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1422021-01-21T10:28:36Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Kassar, Walid Fayez
2010-11-26T13:37:12Z
2010-11-26T13:37:12Z
2010-11-26
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/142
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1996.1
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
After a period of prosperity that the MBA degree has realized, the 90s
seem to be a decade that threatens the essence of such degree. The notion that
an MBA is crucial for the operation of any company is beginning to fade
away.
This research gIves clear information, from both the academic and
business sectors, about the MBA degree and its usefulness to the Lebanese
market.
The universities are producing a fine quality of MBAs who proved to
be knowledgeable and efficient at work. Moreover, they proved to be at the
same standard, and in some cases better than, those graduating from abroad.
However, some companies are not encouraging these students. They offer
them the same salary and position as any other employee who does not have
an MBA degree.
A link must be made between the academic sector and the busines
sector through which the universities can provide the companies with
employees who can operate according to their needs.
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Master of business administration degree -- Lebanon
Performance standards -- Lebanon
Performance assessment of students holding MS in business in the Lebanese job market. (c1996)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1452021-01-21T10:28:45Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Nasser, Hatoum
2010-12-02T07:11:19Z
2010-12-02T07:11:19Z
2010-12-02
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/145
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1995.1
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
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Computer-assisted instruction -- Evaluation
Education, Higher -- Data processing -- Evaluation
Effect of computer knowledge on teaching methods at a university level. (c1995)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1462021-01-21T10:28:52Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Abdallah, Amal Mahmoud
2010-12-08T07:25:07Z
2010-12-08T07:25:07Z
2010-12-08
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/146
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1995.2
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
Stress is an integral part of everyone's life.
Stress at work is receiving increased attention in all organizations. Most
managers understand stress intuitively. It is usually an emotional discomfort
accompanied by feelings of not being able to cope, that one is not in control, or it
may be an unease that all is not well. At the physical level, it includes loss of
appetite, sleeplessness, ulcers ...
On individual level, as a consequence of stress, the body's system is
thrown out of balance. Excess acid is secreted in the stomach. Adrenaline
appears in the blood and heart rates increase. Stress, then, is a
psychophysiological phenomenon. Intense feelings and emotions are often the
result of experiences we encounter within organizations. Some experiences are
more stressful than others, and the same type of experience can be more stressful
to one person than to another. Thus the stress potential of a situation can be
defmed as a function of two elements: the situation and the individuals.
Stress at work results from time pressures, work over/underload, conflict,
lack of information, role ambiguity, change, priorities in work when they are not
defined and many other causes.
Organizationally, stress can produce declines in productivity, in
motivation, in work quality, in alertness and effectiveness; and increases in
mistakes, in interpersonal conflicts and turnover. Stress has proven to be a major
cause for low job performance levels.
The first step to combating stress is awareness. The individual should be
aware of stress susceptibility in a variety of situations. With an understanding of
the sources of his discomfort, the individual may examine his behavior for signs of the effects of stress (i.e. understand the causes and symptoms of stress, when
they have a controlling role in their stress levels, they become able to work with
that stress). There is no one made-to-order method to manage stress. If one
knows that a situation will be stressful, it would be best to avoid it if possible. If
the stressors must be faced, then the best way to cope is to be prepared mentally
and then to take effective action. Possible coping efforts include exercising,
learning to relax, developing non-work interests, fmding social support, doing
something nice for oneself and for others, or developing a positive attitude. One
should try to see the bright side of things and to convert anger to joy. If a person
fmds that he cannot handle it alone, then he should seek personal or professional
help.
Although eliminating the causes of workplace stress is impossible,
managers can take action to reduce stress, to manage it. Only the managers who
know how to shape their behavior adroitly to fit the organizational demands
which create stress can flourish and be effective.
Several management strategies to prevent and reduce stressors in the
work place are available: Carefully planned change processes, role clarification,
performance standards, supportive enviromnent, training programs, promotion
policies, time management, open communication channels, decentralization in
decision making, development of cohesive work groups etc.
Defining, identifying, understanding, adapting and accepting are key
words in stress managementl. Do what you can, the best that you can and accept
the consequences. This is all that you should expect from yourself in coping with
stress.
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Performance standards
Job stress
Stress in the workplace and job performance. (c1995)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1492021-01-21T10:28:45Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Tabbara, Houssam Mohamad
2010-12-13T08:50:40Z
2010-12-13T08:50:40Z
2010-12-13
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/149
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1994.1
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
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Computer crimes
Computer crimes -- Prevention
Control measures for detecting and preventing computer crimes. (c1994)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1502021-01-21T10:28:45Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Fathallah, Muhieddine
2010-12-13T09:05:04Z
2010-12-13T09:05:04Z
2010-12-13
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/150
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1985.1
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
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Portfolio management
Loans, Foreign
Bankruptcy
Remedial management for problem loans. (c1985)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1522021-01-21T10:28:45Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Jaber, Samar
2010-12-13T13:17:29Z
2010-12-13T13:17:29Z
2010-12-13
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/152
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1996.3
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
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Auditing -- Standards -- Lebanon
Compliance with international standards on auditing (ISA) in Lebanon. (c1996)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1532021-01-21T10:28:45Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Khatib, Sawsan I.
2010-12-13T14:01:23Z
2010-12-13T14:01:23Z
2010-12-13
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/153
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1994.2
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
International Development Association
Economic assistance -- Developing countries
Where does IDA go? (c1994)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1572021-01-21T10:28:45Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Najia, Yahia Mohammed
2010-12-17T12:34:11Z
2010-12-17T12:34:11Z
2010-12-17
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/157
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1995.3
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
At the present moment, the General Directorate of Railroad and Public Transportation IS III a very serious situation because
neither the motor vehicles nor the railroads are earning sufficient
revenues to cover their reasonable expenses. The causes are
numerous but whatever these causes are, the effects will still be more
destructive if no serious measures are to be taken.
Policy decision bearing on anyone transportation mode III
Lebanon will have repercussions on the others because public
transportation IS not a function by itself, it does not operate in entire
independence to which standards can be applied without reference to
their effects upon other parts of the social body.
This thesis will try to analyze the General Directorate of
Railroad and Public Transportation's policy game and the reasons
behind the deterioration of public transportation system in Lebanon .
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The purpose is to assess the future of public transportation 111
Lebanon, an administrative assessment in view of current practices.
The main points which are thoroughly investigated in this research
are administrative options available for the General Directorate of
Rail Road and Public Transportation, manpower, bus operation,
financial position and performance indicators that could help decision
makers at the strategic level to better predict the future of public
transportation in Lebanon.
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Transportation -- Lebanon
The future of public transportation in Lebanon. (c1995)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1582021-01-21T10:28:45Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Osseiran, Yasmina
2010-12-17T12:45:21Z
2010-12-17T12:45:21Z
2010-12-17
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/158
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1986.1
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
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Money market -- Lebanon
Financial institutions -- Lebanon
The lebanese secondary market. (c1986)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1652021-01-21T10:28:46Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Bilani, Omar S.
2010-12-22T13:54:15Z
2010-12-22T13:54:15Z
2010-12-22
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/165
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1985.2
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
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Insurance
Risk (Insurance)
Risks and insurance. (c1985)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1662021-01-21T10:28:45Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Said, Wehbe Mohammad
2010-12-22T14:02:14Z
2010-12-22T14:02:14Z
2010-12-22
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/166
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1988.1
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
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Business enterprises -- Lebanon -- Automation -- Surveys
The impact of office automation in Lebanon. (c1988)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1672021-01-21T10:28:45Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Kassem Hajj, Nada H.
2010-12-22T14:11:35Z
2010-12-22T14:11:35Z
2010-12-22
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/167
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1988.2
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
The success of any organization depends largely on 'those called to carry out its
operations and to achieve its goals ,employees. Employees are then the most
valuable assets in any organization ,especially in labor intensive and service
businesses such as Banks. Therefore, acquiring. this new "Human Asset "
should receive the same im'portance or even more importance than acquiring a
new fixed asset.
The main purpose of this reseitrch is to assess the adequacy of recruiting and
selection processes followed by banks operating in Lebanon. In addition, this
research aims at studying the impact of recruiting an selection on employee
satisfaction and turnover.
Based on the results obtained, it was found that the recruiting process is
adequate but it needs some improvements . while it was found that the
selection process in most of the banks contacted is below standard. It was also
found that employee satisfaction and turnover are dependent on the adequacy
of placement and recruiting policies.
Therefore, to secure the placement of the right person in the right place, to
increase employee satisfaction, and to reduce employee turnover among new
hires, it is recommended that the personnel managers should be personnel
oriented, they should always update their knowledge through seminars and
readings in personnel materials, they should assess the effectiveness of their
recruiting and selection processes continuously to correct any mistakes in them,
they should treat all recruits at all positions equally. Finally, they are
recommended to try the use of recruitment software applications that facilitate
their work and save a lot oftheir time.
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Universities and colleges -- Admission -- Statistics
Lebanese American University -- Admissions Office -- Statistics
Lebanese American University -- Students -- Statistics
A discriminant function model for undergraduate admissions at Beirut University College. (c1988)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1682021-01-21T10:28:46Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Malli, Mohamad Ali
2010-12-23T07:17:30Z
2010-12-23T07:17:30Z
2010-12-23
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/168
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1995.4
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
Today with each successive generation people can expect
several periods of change and they must cope with them at a faster
rate of imposition. The pace of change is accelerating. Under these
conditions, the knowledge and skills gained yesterday will no longer
be sufficient to equip a person for a lifetime. They are only
appropriate for a short period of time before becoming obsolete.
They must therefore develop a new training system. They
should be moving away from the traditional method of transmitting
knowledge and, instead should be helping people to learn. Adopting
multimedia training method is an effective tool to train people and
make them understand and learn quickly.
In this research the importance of computer-assisted training
are presented and the various kinds of training are listed. As a
powerful and effective training tool, multimedia technology has a
great part of this research. The meaning of multimedia as well as its
elements and applications are also presented and defined to highlight
its importance and ability in providing information and enrIching
knowledge.
To show the effectiveness of adopting multimedia technology in
training, an experiment was applied on two groups of subjects. Each
group was asked to answer questionnaires, solve different problems,
then they were asked to answer two different kinds of evaluation
forms. After this experiment some statistical models were applied on
the collected data to end up with a conclusion stating that
multimedia is a new and powerful tool to teach and train people.
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Multimedia systems
Interactive multimedia
Computer-assisted instruction
Multimedia new learning technology of today. (c1995)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1702021-01-21T10:28:46Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Wehbe, Rani F.
2010-12-23T11:16:47Z
2010-12-23T11:16:47Z
2010-12-23
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/170
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1994.3
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
The research at hand describes and assesses the marketing topics and functions
that concern the marketing performance of Columbus s.a.r.l., the exclusive agent of
Johnson and Johnson; Gillette, Uniliver, and Bristol Myers Squibb products in
Lebanon. Columbus along with twelve other decentralized companies form Fattal
Holding s . .a.l. which is specialized in the distribution and marketing of nationally and.
internationally branded products.
Columbus' marketing environment is shaped by many factors and actors. The
demographic environment, for instance, has witnessed drastic changes such as the
trend towards urbanization causing a reshuffling of the target market members. The
economic environment has been affected by megatrends in the past decade (1984-
1994) leading Columbus to adjust its pricing policies to the galloping inflation (1984-
1992). Consequently, the dollarization policy for its products was introduced. This
situation has also led to advantages such as the sharp decline in wage rates. With
respect to the political situation, it has affected Columbus due to the military disorder
and fragmentation of the national territories in the war era. Columbus took certain
measures some of which are still applicable such as decentralization in distribution.
With respect to the controllable factors in Columbus' marketing environment,
they mainly are the suppliers, marketing intermediaries, customers, and competitors.
The suppliers are multinational firms who manufacture highly reputed products and are
accredited for their global distribution and excessive worldwide promotions and
advertisements. They provide Columbus with advertising and promotion budgets and
suggested marketing plans for the individual products. With respect to the marketing
intermediaries, they include five subagents which distribute Columbus'_products in the
different Lebanese regions (excluding East Beirut) , retailers, four advertising agencies
for Gillette, Bristol Myers Squibb, Uniliver, and Johnson and Johnson units, and
insurance and financial services companies. In addition, Columbus customers include
the consumer, institutional, and reseller markets- each with distinctive characteristics.
Finally, Columbus' competitors are several; some of its products have strong rival
brands while others such as J&J baby care products have few ones.
However, the core marketing activities and functions are the ones which
determine Columbus health situation . Columbus pursues four major objectives :
increase profitability, keeping up the good reputation, creating innovation, and most
important market share improvement . The marketing objectives stem from the latter objective and primarily include increasing sales of existing lines, adding new products,
and expanding the number of retail outlets.
The marketing strategies come in conformity with the stated objectives.
Columbus possesses competitive differentiation for its marketing offers; its employed
tools in this respect are product, image, and personnel differentiation. The marketing
strategies focus on expanding Columbus' market share .With the major aid from its
suppliers, Columbus is performing a satisfactory job in implementing and monitoring
the annual marketing plans . The market share figures which are high for most of
Columbus' products prove that.
The marketing mix elements are well managed and integrated with the
suppliers' marketing goals . That is, the breadth, length, and depth of Columbus'
product mix are well suited to both parties, Columbus and the supplying corporations.
Regarding distribution, full market coverage is employed either by Columbus or its five
subagents. With respect to pricing, it is not a matter always within Columbus' control.
These is some kind of regional pricing excerted by the suppliers for the sake of
preventing smuggling of goods from one regional country to another. Promotion, in
the case of Columbus, is a field in which it has an advantage for several reasons
among which are the professional promotion management of its suppliers and the
huge budgets for the promotional activities which primarily come from the suppliers
abroad.
In summary, Columbus fulfilled its objectives in 1993. Sales growth was
achieved and profits were increased to the extent that it was number one in Fattal
Holding s.a.!. in 1993 based on productivity, profitability, and return on investment.
Return on investment (measured in terms of 1993 net profits as a percentage of
Columbus' capital) increased through increasing sales and market shares and cutting
back costs via centralizing the overhead expenses and reducing the variable costs.
In the end, it would hardly be appropriate to describe Columbus as an
organization that has fully implemented the marketing concept. In the researcher's
OpInIOn, Columbus is thought to lie somewhere between the selling and the marketing
concept . Reaching a status closer to the latter should be aspired for blunders like high
profit margins and no-sales commission policy contribute to drawing it closer and
closer to the selling concept rather than to the other, more developed. one.
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Columbus Company
Marketing -- Lebanon
Industrial management -- Lebanon
Columbus s.a.r.l. (c1994)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1722021-01-21T10:28:46Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Wanna, John Fouad
2010-12-23T11:38:14Z
2010-12-23T11:38:14Z
2010-12-23
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/172
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1997.2
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
The purpose of this research is to find if there is a
difference between external and internal auditors, and
if they are properly performing their duties in Lebanon.
The paper IS organised as follows:
Chapter 1 defines auditing, its types, and the
structure of each type. It presents the historical
background of auditing. It also gives an idea about the
certificates that auditors may hold and the associations
they belong to.
Chapter 11 describes the responsibilities,
objectives, and functions of both external and internal
auditors.
Chapter 111 deals with the different phases of
performing an audit task that includes planning, scope
of work, performance of work, communicating results,
follow up, and evaluation of work. It also explains the
relationship between external and internal auditors.
Chapter IV highlights the methodology used in
conducting the research.
Chapter V presents the results of the questionnaires
and of the interviews.
Chapter VI states the conclusion and offers
recommendations that might help overcoming the
problems identified in the previous chapter.
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Auditing, Internal
Auditors -- Comparative studies
Auditors' reports
Comparative study between external auditors and internal auditors. (c1997)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1732021-01-21T10:28:36Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Saad, Souheil A.
2011-01-04T07:53:48Z
2011-01-04T07:53:48Z
2011-01-04
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/173
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1985.3
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
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Solar energy -- Lebanon
The feasability of using solar energy in Lebanon. (c1985)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1742021-01-21T10:28:36Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Sukkar, Saeb
2011-01-04T08:02:40Z
2011-01-04T08:02:40Z
2011-01-04
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/174
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1984.1
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Nonprofit organizations -- Management
Marketing -- Management
Stores, Retail -- Management
Reorganization of stores system in a non-profit organization. (c1984)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1932021-01-21T10:28:37Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Kaissi, Rania Ahmad
2011-01-07T09:36:24Z
2011-01-07T09:36:24Z
2011-01-07
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/193
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1997.3
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
The stock exchange is an essential component of any developed financial system.
Its financial intermediation role stems from its ability to channel investment and other
sorts of funds to their most efficient uses. While size, structure, liquidity and efficiency
are essential factors for a stock exchange to prosper, market perception can have its impact in making or breaking that particular stock market. The way the market values shares trading on a stock exchange can either build or destroy value. If shares are
perceived as 'overpriced' in terms of PIE or PIB for example, by investors, demand will wither and the market will go down. On the other hand, if shares are perceived as
'under-priced', the market could boom very quickly. A stock exchange that is able to develop an efficient pricing system where, overall, market prices reflect fundamental
values of companies, will be able to grow and to position itself among the world's
leading stock markets.
This study attempts a market valuation of Lebanese stocks, particularly banking
shares, in terms of price multiples such as PIE, PIB and PI A coupled with a regional
comparative analysis. The results obtained indicate that the Lebanese banking sector, with a PIE ratio of 15.24x, is in line with PIE ratios recorded in the Middle East and
North Africa region. On the other hand, the Lebanese banking sector has a slightly higher
PIB ratio of3.20x, when compared to regional peers. On an individual basis, Lebanese
banks had varying price multiples depending on the specific features of each bank. While
the prospects of the stock market as a whole are rather strong, major challenges relating
to political and country risk persist and will have a direct impact on the development of
an embryonic stock exchange.
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Stocks -- Valuation -- Lebanon
Stock valuation. (c1997)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1942021-01-21T10:28:37Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Fahs, Khitam A. R.
2011-01-07T10:08:46Z
2011-01-07T10:08:46Z
2011-01-07
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/194
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1992.1
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Personnel management -- Lebanon
Labor turnover -- Lebanon
Bank employees -- Lebanon -- Turnover
Employee's turnover. (c1992)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1972021-01-21T10:28:37Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Ghutmy, Hala Abdallah
2011-01-07T10:48:47Z
2011-01-07T10:48:47Z
2011-01-07
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/197
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1994.5
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Employees -- Training of -- Effect of automation on
Automatic control
Automation
Labor supply -- Effect of automation on
The effects of various training methods and computer interface on learning performance and ease of use. (c1994)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1982021-01-21T10:28:37Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Makkouk, Samiha S.
2011-01-07T11:15:38Z
2011-01-07T11:15:38Z
2011-01-07
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/198
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1994.6
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
New York Stock Exchange is the prototype of the exchanges. It is one of the national exchanges. It deals with all kind of securities. NYSE is considered as one marketplace for all kinds of trading transactions. In addition, its presence has largely
contributed to the development of trading activities. Further, numerous factors do affect it ,and hence affect the price level of
stocks.
The purpose of this project is to discuss and analyze the different factors that determine the NYSE, such as inflation, GNP,
interest rate, and Federal Budget deficit. It will also determine the
type of relationship that exist between each factor and the
marketplace and the degree of impact of each factor on the stock prices level.
To be more elaborated about the historical background of
NYSE , a library research was conducted. In addition, this research includes information about the theories advanced on the marketplace.
Also, a brief review is added about the market crash that took place in October ,1987,description of that black day, causes and
consequences. For a better understanding the movements of the price level in
the NYSE, a regression analysis was conducted in order to test the
degree of impact of each economic factor on the marketplace. Four
main factors are taken in this paper: inflation, Gross National
Product, Three Months Treasury Bills rate, and the Federal Budget
deficit. S&P 500 is considered as the representative of the stock price level.
According to the results of the analysis, the stock prices are positively affected by inflation and GNP. Whereas it is negatively affected by the interest rate and the deficit. These factors can be
considered as the determinants of NYSE. Each factor has its own degree of impact. Thus investors must take these results into consideration while making up their minds towards investment.
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Stock exchanges -- United States
Investments -- United States
The determinants of New York stock exchange. (c1994)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/1992021-01-21T10:28:37Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Mneimneh, Amer
2011-01-07T11:35:09Z
2011-01-07T11:35:09Z
2011-01-07
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/199
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1984.2
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Industries -- Japan
Corporations -- Japan -- Growth
A report on Japanese industrial growth and motivation system. (c1984)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2002021-01-21T10:28:37Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Khatib, Fadi Nabil
2011-01-07T11:48:16Z
2011-01-07T11:48:16Z
2011-01-07
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/200
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1997.5
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
The following research project is intended to evaluate the prospects of the Lebanese capital
market playing a role on a regional level. The analysis is based on many research papers
done by leading international investment firms, in addition to local economic and
investment research. The statistics used are of varying levels of accuracy, and therefore, much data have been used solely to make inferences on general economic and monetary
trends affecting the Lebanese capital market. This paper is divided into five parts. Part four comprises the bulk of the analysis, and
highlights Lebanon's main economic and financial strengths and weaknesses, in light of their impact on the capital market, along with the regional opportunities and threats influencing the evolution of this market. The first part gives the reader a general
background on Lebanon's economic and financial conditions prior to 1975. The second
part assesses the economic and financial damage inflicted on Lebanon during 15 years of civil war. The third part profiles the main pre-requisites for a successful capital market.
Lastly, the fifth part provides a conclusion as to the chances of the Lebanese capital market becoming one of the region's leading markets. The reader is left with a summary of factors, both positively and negatively affecting the evolution of the Lebanese capital market into a
regional market. Recommendations to remedy some of Lebanon's economic, monetary and
fiscal weaknesses are a vital outcome of this research effort, and are included in the last
section. While constructing the above analysis, many financial experts were interviewed, giving this paper more depth and a clearer direction. However, a true evaluation of economic and
capital market trends requires much more extensive research, and the adoption of quantitative models, which are beyond the purpose of this research project.
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Capital market -- Lebanon
Banks and banking -- Lebanon
Lebanon -- Economic conditions
Lebanon. (c1997)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2012021-01-21T10:28:54Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Baltagi, Dima Abdallah
2011-01-10T08:09:51Z
2011-01-10T08:09:51Z
2011-01-10
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/201
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1996.4
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
Why to leave the success and survival of a hospital to chance? A well-thoughtout
plan, with problems identified, and a course of action agreed upon do not
guarantee success, but greatly decrease the chances of failure.
In light of the turbulent environment, both within and outside the hospital,
hospital directors should pursue an approach to meet present and future changes and
challenges. This approach is but the Strategic Management Practice that involves
monitoring environmental changes, developing the strategic plan, implementing the
plan, and evaluating the results. Innovative strategic planning and strategic
management will enable the hospital not just to maintain but to expand its role in
providing primary as well as preventive health care to all those in need. Although the
stress is very much on what should occur in the future, it should be remarked that it is the steps taken today which dictate whether or not the future becomes a reality. Therefore, strategic management should be firmly grounded in the realities of today and must have a clear vision of the future as well.
The aim of this study is to assess the practice of strategic management in
private non-profit hospitals in Greater Beirut. Since strategic management is
primarily a top management function, private in-depth interviews through the use of a
structured questionnaire were done with the directors of ten private non-profit
hospitals. Moreover, an interview with the General Director of Ministry of Health,
Dr. W. Ammar was done to back up the findings.
The results of this study reveal that most of these hospitals practice strategic management on an informal basis. Moreover, many of them are practicing in fact, the long-range planning, a previous stage in the development of management towards
strategic management. Thus, strategic thinking and not really strategic management
exists. Nevertheless, these hospitals accommodate with the environmental changes and are driven by the underlying problems of the existing health care system in Lebanon. Thus, the need to overcome these problems by altering the present situation
requires more than the existing strategic thinking or informal strategic management.
It requires the action incurred by establishing a formal process of strategic management.
Further, these hospitals, aiming at providing the best quality of care at the lowest cost, are highly recommended to cooperate and collaborate together in order to
overcome the future common threat, the competition with Israel and the Arab region once the Peace Treaty has been signed. The Lebanese government will not be able
anymore to protect its market once the whole region becomes one unified big market.
Finally, a national health planning strategy from the government is highly
needed in order to regulate the hospital industry in Lebanon. According to Dr.
Ammar, this strategy will be implemented in the coming years. Consequently, these
hospitals will be able to practice strategic management in a more regulated
environment and on a formal basis.
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Strategic planning -- Lebanon -- Beirut
Hospitals, Nonprofit -- Lebanon -- Beirut
Private hospitals, Nonprofit -- Lebanon -- Beirut
Nonprofit organizations -- Management
Assessment of strategic management practice in private nonprofit hospitals in Greater Beirut. (c1996)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2032021-01-21T10:28:46Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Yafawi, Khalil Ibrahim
2011-01-10T08:33:00Z
2011-01-10T08:33:00Z
2011-01-10
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/203
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1997.6
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
With the growing and complexity world of business, anything one tries
to accomplish on budget requires a thorough plan. It requires good
management to identify and correct problems before they impact his/her budgets or schedule. And good communication to keep his/her team focused on the right objectives at the right time.One tool that has become an absolutely necessary expedient in implementing project management techniques is the computer. The impact of computers and expand information capabilities has been evident within many fields. Considering information as a valuable resource and using technology to
generate reliable and fast information have achieved significant cost reductions Microsoft Project has been widely recognized for more than five years
as the easiest- to- use project management software. Moreover, Microsoft Project shares data easily with other programs in Microsoft Office. Beneath
this ease of use is a powerful planning, analysis, and management tool that lets one builds enterprise-wide, mission-critical project management solutions. Based on that, the purpose of the study was to see the awareness of the Lebanese managers toward the advantages of using Microsoft Project. In addition, it was to see the difference between the professional users and the non professional users of Microsoft Project. Also, it discussed the factors that most likely affect on their attitude toward using it.
It is hoped that this effort will assist in furthering the studies aimed at
improving level of computer usage by project manages and others. In addition,
amid at investigating the factors that are most likely to playa critical role in using Microsoft Project.
en
Production scheduling
Microsoft Project
Project management
The attitude of project managers toward using Microsoft project for planning and scheduling. (c1997)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2042021-01-21T10:28:46Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Karimeh, Rani Mohamad
2011-01-10T09:05:03Z
2011-01-10T09:05:03Z
2011-01-10
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/204
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1996.6
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
At the end of the Twenty-first century, consumers are bombarded each day by hundreds of advertising messages intended to motivate them to buy something. However, new techniques developed by marketers do not allow individuals to become aware of much of the information delivered because it is below the threshold for conscious perception. Nonetheless, some embeds used by marketers could be
consciously perceived once they are pointed out. Thus, this information presentation takes place at two different levels of consumer awareness. At the upper most level, consumers will have full conscious awareness of this information. They are paying attention and she or he should be able to remember and state the nature of the
information. At the second level, subliminal information would be transmitted where
the consumer is assumed to have no conscious awareness.
This research paper was conducted with the assumption that all people might
be affected by marketers stimuli. Thus, there are some basic factors and drives common among the human being, i.e. sex motivation, violence, security needs, ego satisfaction ... etc. As a result, marketers are continuously trying to understand what
motivates people in making their purchase decision (motivational research) while
seeking to explore the subconscious.
The purpose of this study was to find whether the inclusion of embed words or symbols can have any effect on consumer behavior and intention to buy. This will be followed by an investigation to find out if these can lead to any reaction (cognitive,
affective or sexual) upon the consumers' feelings.
It is hoped that this effort will assist in furthering the studies aimed at
improving marketing communication messages and building consumer awareness in
Lebanon as to the factors that might affect buying behavior.
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Advertising agencies
Advertising -- Research
The effects of marketing stimuli. (c1996)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2052021-01-21T10:28:53Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Mirza, Kamal Riad
2011-01-10T10:01:33Z
2011-01-10T10:01:33Z
2011-01-10
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/205
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1995.7
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Decision support systems
Decision making -- Mathematical models
Decision making
Creativity enhancing DSS. (c1995)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2082021-01-21T10:28:46Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Fidda, Amal Mamdouh
2011-01-10T13:22:22Z
2011-01-10T13:22:22Z
2011-01-10
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/208
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1996.7
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Accounting -- Lebanon
Organization -- Research
System analysis
The re-engineering of the accounting of a contracting and trading company in Lebanon. (c1996)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2102021-01-21T10:28:53Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Traboulsi, Peggy A.
2011-01-10T13:48:46Z
2011-01-10T13:48:46Z
2011-01-10
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/210
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1996.8
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
A huge variety of drinks exist in the beverage market. Every consumer has a
different and specific taste and choice. One might prefer non alcoholic
drinks to alcoholic ones, fizzy to plain, sweet to bitter, fun drinks to food drinks, natural to artificial ... etc. However, the main focus of this research project is on alcoholic drinks. In the liquor sector, the life cycle of each
market starts from a seed stage, to later pass on to a growing stage, to then start the mature stage and finally end up in the post mature stage.
There is practically no information on liquor psychographics (consumer liquor habits) available in Lebanon, and no previous studies have been made in order to show which are the products that are growing, stable or
declining. Therefore, the main purpose of this study is to evaluate and
compare consumer liquor habits in a post mature market, the USA, to a
growing market, Lebanon, so one may examine and speculate on the actual stage that Lebanon has reached a research study done by Heublein Inc. in the USA proves that due to its post mature stage, the USA drinks' industry has faced a very strong need of innovation, and has started producing new products called alcopops (drinks
with new and colorful packaging and low alcohol content) in order to attract new consumers. Such products are indeed attracting new consumers, mainly
teenagers of 15 years old, which is increasing the under age drinkers and the alcoholism rate in the USA. This research project is based on several interviews made in Lebanon with
both marketing executives in the liquor sector and research companies, and on questionnaires made to youngsters (university students) and qualified bartenders. The information arising from all the mentioned sources helps in accurately measuring the actual situation of the liquor market, and in describing the fUture situation of the Lebanese market. Taking into
consideration the problems arising in post mature markets like the USA, and
speculating on the actual situation of the liquor situation in Lebanon
through this study, one may come up with valuable recommendations to both the distillers and to the government in order to avoid eventual problems,
similar to those arising in other markets.
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Liquors -- Lebanon -- Surveys
Consumers liquor habits in a post mature market. (c1996)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2112021-01-21T10:28:46Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Abdallah, Lubna Hassan
2011-01-11T07:09:06Z
2011-01-11T07:09:06Z
2011-01-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/211
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1993.1
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Non-governmental organizations -- Lebanon
Nonprofit organizations -- Lebanon
Charity organization -- Lebanon
Non-governmental organizations leadership -- Lebanon
Nonprofit leadership skill differences. (c1993)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2122021-01-21T10:28:46Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Karanouh, Nada
2011-01-11T07:25:38Z
2011-01-11T07:25:38Z
2011-01-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/212
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1986.2
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Hospitals -- Lebanon -- Health promotion services -- Surveys
Makassed General Hospital
Hospital utilization -- Surveys
Recommendation for expansion of hospital facilities in Lebanon. (c1986)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2132021-01-21T10:28:54Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Yunis, Magda Mustafa
2011-01-11T07:36:08Z
2011-01-11T07:36:08Z
2011-01-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/213
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1988.3
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Personnel management -- Lebanon
Employees -- Rating of
Manager's attitudes towards improving the job performance of subordinates. (c1988)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2142021-01-21T10:28:54Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Hadji-Georgiou, Philippe
2011-01-11T09:55:29Z
2011-01-11T09:55:29Z
2011-01-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/214
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1983.1
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Soft drink industry -- Saudi Arabia
Soft drinks -- Saudi Arabia
Northern Saudi Arabia soft drinks project. (c1983)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2152021-01-21T10:28:54Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Baida, Naim
2011-01-11T10:48:29Z
2011-01-11T10:48:29Z
2011-01-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/215
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1985.4
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Budget in business
Managerial accounting
Budgetary system for contracting companies. (c1985)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2182021-01-21T10:28:54Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Bizri, Rima Mishlawi
2011-01-12T09:56:58Z
2011-01-12T09:56:58Z
2011-01-12
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/218
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1995.8
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Women accountants -- Lebanon -- Case studies
Sex discrimination in employment -- Lebanon -- Case studies
Women -- Employment -- Lebanon -- Case studies
Gender discrimination against female accountants and auditors in the Lebanese workplace. (c1995)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2192021-01-21T10:28:54Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Ojelabi, Michael A. O.
2011-01-12T10:06:52Z
2011-01-12T10:06:52Z
2011-01-12
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/219
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1987.1
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Natural gas -- Nigeria
Nigeria -- Economic policy
Natural gas resource in Nigeria's economic planning. (c1987)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2202021-01-21T10:28:54Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Baalbaki, Amer M. B.
2011-01-12T10:15:19Z
2011-01-12T10:15:19Z
2011-01-12
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/220
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1986.3
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Bank examination -- Lebanon
Banks and banking -- Lebanon
Bank examination and supervision by the banking control commission. (c1986)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2212021-01-21T10:28:54Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Osagie, Christopher
2011-01-12T10:26:37Z
2011-01-12T10:26:37Z
2011-01-12
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/221
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1986.4
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Nigeria -- Economic conditions
The growth and development of nigerian economy. (c1986)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2222021-01-21T10:28:54Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Nurrudin, Walid
2011-01-12T10:32:38Z
2011-01-12T10:32:38Z
2011-01-12
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/222
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1986.5
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Automobile leasing and renting
Rental automobiles
Rawabi car rental company. (c1986)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2232021-01-21T10:28:54Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Chebaro, Hani Mohammad
2011-01-12T11:35:59Z
2011-01-12T11:35:59Z
2011-01-12
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/223
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1990.1
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Management information systems
Factors leading to user acceptance and to user satisfaction with a computer based information system. (c1990)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2242021-01-21T10:28:54Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Hage, Fouad K.
2011-01-12T11:44:27Z
2011-01-12T11:44:27Z
2011-01-12
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/224
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1985.5
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Soft drink industry -- Lebanon
Soft drink industry. (c1985)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2252021-01-21T10:28:54Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Hamdan, Jamal Ali
2011-01-12T11:51:54Z
2011-01-12T11:51:54Z
2011-01-12
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/225
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1990.2
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Organizational change -- Lebanon
Bank management -- Lebanon
Socialization, tactics, self-efficacy, and newcomers' adjustments to commercial banks in Lebanon. (c1990)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2262021-03-19T09:58:57Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Yunis, Manal M.
2011-01-12T12:00:25Z
2011-01-12T12:00:25Z
2011-01-12
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/226
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Management information systems
Factors leading to the success of end user computing. (c1990)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2272021-01-21T10:28:46Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Khatib, Ibtissam M.
2011-01-14T07:11:41Z
2011-01-14T07:11:41Z
2011-01-14
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/227
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.2002.1
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Distance education -- Lebanon -- Evaluation
An assessment of distance learning perceptions in Lebanon. (c2002)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2322021-01-21T10:28:46Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Benedict, Olaiya
2011-01-14T10:34:08Z
2011-01-14T10:34:08Z
2011-01-14
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/232
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1986.6
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Petroleum industry and trade -- Economic aspects -- Nigeria
The oil industry in nigeria. (c1986)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2332021-01-21T10:28:46Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Danab, Mazen A.
2011-01-14T10:49:29Z
2011-01-14T10:49:29Z
2011-01-14
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/233
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1996.9
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
Lebanon nowadays is surviving in an age of rapid technological advancement.
At this stage , the Lebanese labor force is considered a primary raw material in the
process of reconstruction and rehabilitation. However, for them to be efficient and
effective , the human resources should possess the up-to-date skills and knowledge
which might be guaranteed by continuous training and development. To conclude, human preparation is needed.
The purposes of this study were to assess the interaction between the trainees
and the efforts made by the Lebanese- private training firms and to study the
advantages and shortcomings of these firms. It also intends to assess the need of the Lebanese labor force for Lebanese- private training finns. As to the hypotheses to be
tested, they are two. First of all , these is a positive correlation between the efforts made by the training firms and the labor force performance. Second, the overall all training approach followed by these firms is the most effective.
To elaborate on the historical background of training and training firms, a
library research was conducted. To study and test the above mentioned purposes and
hypotheses, the SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Sciences) was used. One-Way ANOVA , crosstabulation, regression analysis, Chi-square analysis, and correlation
analysis were performed.
According to the results of the analysis, the Lebanese private training firms
still have certain cons that need to be overcomed in order to move towards more
effective training approach. These training firms have to concentrate more on the practical rather than theoretical aspects of training, modifying the training material
brought from outside to suit our conditions, and on offering training that pertains to
the real work setting and environment of the trainees.
en
Training firm -- Lebanon
Assessment of training firms in Lebanon. (c1996)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2352021-01-21T10:28:55Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Zaatari, Fathieh Khaled
2011-01-17T08:33:41Z
2011-01-17T08:33:41Z
2011-01-17
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/235
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1991.1
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Strategic planning -- Lebanon
Insurance companies -- Lebanon -- Management
Business planning -- Lebanon
Effectiveness of strategic planning on performance in the Lebanese insurance companies. (c1991)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2362021-01-21T10:28:55Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Darwish, Iman Ali
2011-01-17T09:10:15Z
2011-01-17T09:10:15Z
2011-01-17
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/236
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1995.10
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
The purpose of this study is to find the effect of FDI on the economic performance of developing and developed countries by compiling data about 96 countries.
Chapter I has presented a genaral background for the reasons that led to the rise of FDI and talked briefly about the role of Foreign Direct Investment in Development.
Chapter II is divided into two parts. The first one parades an
overview about the theory of FDI, its definition, explanations and
previous literature. Part two presents experiences of FDI in some countries of the world.
Chapter III dicusses the procedures and methodology adopted in analyzing the data collected. The selected sample comprises of 96
developed and developing countries. The data was analyzed by using the SPSS statistical package as well as percentage analysis and graphical
representation of data.
Chapter IV presents the findings of th is research starting with the
characteristics of the selected sample. Then the results of the regression analysis are scrutinized. Hence chapter IV answers the questions posed
in chapter 1.
Chapter V launches some recommendations in compliance with the
findings of this research. These recommendations call for adopting FOI as well as further research concerning this topic.
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Investments, Foreign
International business enterprises -- Finance
Debt -- Foreign
Effect of foreign direct investment on economic performance. (c1995)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2392021-01-21T10:28:52Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Zein, Nada Fayez
2011-01-17T10:24:31Z
2011-01-17T10:24:31Z
2011-01-17
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/239
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1990.4
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Ministerial responsibility -- Lebanon -- Reform
Lebanon -- Economic conditions
Public administration -- Lebanon
Executive departments -- Lebanon -- Reform
Reorganization of the Lebanese Ministry of Economy and Trade. (c1990)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2752023-01-30T10:30:12Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Osman, Yasmine Abdel-Hamid
2011-03-14T11:42:35Z
2011-03-14T11:42:35Z
2011-03-14
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/275
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.2007.4
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
Knowledge Sharing and Interpersonal Trust are some of the most important factors affecting an organization progress and survival. This project examines the impact of
personality traits on knowledge sharing via interpersonal trust in the Lebanese
environment. The reason behind this project is the increased attention on knowledge sharing as a catalyst providing a competitive advantage to an organization, and the importance of interpersonal trust seen as a promoter to knowledge sharing in the
workplace. Several studies discussed throughout this project support the fact that personality traits affect knowledge sharing behaviors of an individual in an organization.
Furthermore, these studies also support the notion that interpersonal trust might be
positively affected by a person's tendency to trust -which also supports the studies on
self projection in an organization - thus increasing the degree of knowledge sharing behaviors. The study gave support to the hypotheses it generated which would lead us to posit the importance of personality based measures in trust and the prediction of knowledge
sharing in the workplace. Consequently, given that some personality traits are related to
behavioral attitudes at work, it necessitates the inclusion of personality tests in employee
selection within this field. This information can certainly help in the recruitment process of employee by narrowing down the research for the ideal candidate.
By replicating the current relationship in large and diverse samples future research could
enrich the understanding of these relationships. Future studies could also build a more comprehensive model, which includes some personality traits not included in this
research with different mediating variables. As a result, there is a promising avenue for
future research through studying the impact of personality traits in the researches on the processes that facilitate knowledge sharing.
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Knowledge management -- Lebanon
Organizational learning -- Lebanon
Organizational effectiveness -- Lebanon
Organizational behavior -- Lebanon
Trust
Big five myers. (c2007)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2792021-01-21T10:28:37Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Harfouche, Randa
2011-03-15T13:11:55Z
2011-03-15T13:11:55Z
2011-03-15
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/279
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1994.7
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
Corporate culture ex presses the values and beliefs that members of tbe
organi zation share. It ti es people together and gives meaning and purpose to their day to day li ves as well as it makes distinction between one organization
and another. Culture is considered a motivational tool as it affects satisfaction
and performance of the employees. In addition, strong cul ture does not only increase employees cohesiveness and commitment but it also facilitates
communi cation and decision making, reduces absenteeism and turnover, and
shortens time between probl cm and solution.
The purpose of thi s project is to di scuss and analyze corporate cul ture at UB, study its effect on UB management as well as its implication on performance,
satisfaction, and motivation of the employees. It is also a guide to Management to see whether there is a di screpancy between the real cuJtme and the perceived one.
For more elaborated knowledge about the hi storical background of the Bank,published materi als were reviewed. In addition, intervi ews were conducted with the management level to describe management poli cy fo llowed by UB.
UB is a Lebanese Commercial Bank establi shed in 1978 whose shareholders
are diversi fied businessmen engaged in various business fi eld. Although US
worked in a difficult situation, it had a rapid growth in all directions. It is quite selcctive in its cli entele, personnel, and it tTies to adapt up to date technique.
For a better understanding of UB's culture a questionnaire with fifty questions
was addressed to a sample of 62 employees from the different branches. The questionnaire was divided into different subj ects such as fee ling of belonging, motivation, dedication ... etc. The positive attitude of the employees was taken
after getting the result computerized by using the frequency and cross
tabulation method. Furthellllore, each question was divided according to total number of employees, branches, age, education, position, and period of work.
According to the findings, employees at UB are proud of the Bank but when it
comes to the group there is lack of spirit of unity. The majority of the
employees are motivated because of the company image and not because of the
extrinsi c reward offered. They do not feel fai r1y evaluated for the time and effort exerted at work. In addition , UB does not encourage its employees to
participate in deci sion making.
The degree of job happiness at UB is approptiate. This is shown by the
commitment and the dedication of the employees. There is no discrimination at
UB, what they care about is the person's outcome and loyalty. Employees are
encouraged to be responsible, innovative, initiators, but are not encouraged to
take ri sk.
UB values are widely shared by the employees who know their organization
goals and work to fulfill them. Moreover, only a small percentage of the employees consider the social activities offered appropriate.
If management do not take steps to satisfY their employees, they will face less
productivity. UB should make its internal environment more appealing tlu'ough
offering better financial rewards, more enriched social activities, more invol vement in decision making, more enri ched and varied job, improving the
physical appearance of the Bank, in creasing cooperation between Management and employees, and improving its evaluati on procedure.
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Corporate culture -- Lebanon
Universal Bank, S.A.L -- Lebanon -- Social aspects
Corporations -- Lebanon -- Social aspects
Corporate culture at Universal Bank, S.A.L. (c1994)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2802021-01-21T10:28:37Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Baassiri, Amani Santina
2011-03-15T13:45:43Z
2011-03-15T13:45:43Z
2011-03-15
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/280
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1992.2
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Economic development -- Lebanon -- Social aspects
Lebanon -- Economic policy
Crisis management -- Lebanon
Lebanon -- Social policy
Assessment of the best cures for recent Lebanese socio-economical crisis. (c1992)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2812021-01-21T10:28:37Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Faraj, Hussam A.
2011-03-15T14:03:43Z
2011-03-15T14:03:43Z
2011-03-15
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/281
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1993.2
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
The phenomenon of bank failures and the instability of Lebanon's banking sector were the two main issues behind this Study. The causes that led to bank trouble can be grouped under three categories: external, as function of war and the consequent socio-economic problems; internally, because of bad management and weak systems of internal controls; and supervisory -auditing defects.
An objective analysis was conducted of the Lebanese Banking supervisory system, and the rules and regulations currently in force. On the other hand, a comparative study was made with some of the EEC countries, in relation to the banking supervisory systems and the relationship between the supervisory authorities, the external auditors, and the client banks. However, emphasis was made on external auditing in Lebanon in relation to that of the United Kingdom and Switzerland.
Pressures for regulation of banks grew as people realized the danger of bank failures. Bank supervision is, required to promote safe and sound banking systems and to prevent unsound or speculative loans and investments.
en
Bank examination
Auditing
Banks and banking -- State supervision
Bank failures -- Lebanon
Banks and banking -- Lebanon
Bank audit and supervision. (c1993)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2822021-01-21T10:28:37Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Mirza, Imad Riad
2011-03-16T07:07:52Z
2011-03-16T07:07:52Z
2011-03-16
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/282
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1992.3
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Vendors and purchasers -- Lebanon
Management information systems
Computer organization
The vendor client relationship in the computer systems market and its effect on his success. (c1992)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2832021-01-21T10:28:37Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Talhame, Pierre M.
2011-03-16T07:29:16Z
2011-03-16T07:29:16Z
2011-03-16
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/283
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1992.4
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Automobile insurance -- Lebanon
Automobile insurance -- North America
Automobile insurance -- Effect of inflation on
Automobile insurance -- Lebanon -- Management
Automobile insurance in Lebanon and North America. (c1992)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/2912021-01-21T10:28:38Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Hachem, Samer
2011-03-18T11:51:05Z
2011-03-18T11:51:05Z
2011-03-18
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/291
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.2005.10
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
The purpose of this research is to examine the relationship between strategic planning and corporate results in volatile environments such as the Middle East and in particular
the broadcasting industry. Broadcasting is known for being affected by many exogenous factors such as political and economical.
We analyzed the major components of the strategic planning: Budget, Resources and
Duration. We noticed a tight relationship between the strategic planning components and
corporate results. The efficiency of the strategic planning would vary with the modification of these components. In addition to that we noticed a clear relationship
between corporate results and channels typologies whereas major general entertainment
channels are capturing the biggest share of the total advertising revenues. The budget allocated to the strategic plan represents a share of the total revenues dedicated to the expenditrrres of the planning team. We divided the budget into sections
to identify the part that would be more sensitive to the channels output. Resources
allocated represent the number of employee working in the strategy unit. The total number will vary from one company to another. The duration of the strategic plan
represent the period covered by this plan. It could vary from one to five years according
to the main objectives of the company. On the other hand, channels typologies represent the programming strategy of the channel. The focus was on channels with general entertainment as main programs versus channels with education as mam content. We analyzed the effect of each of these
components on the channels results that would include: share of audience, share of advertising revenues and reach.
Share of audience (SOA) would represent the number of Arabic Viewers that are
watching this channel. It is computed as a percentage from the total population.
Share of advertising revenues represents the shares that the channel is capturing from the
total advertising spend in the broadcast industry. Finally, reach represents the
transmission coverage of the channel.
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Broadcasting -- Middle East -- Planning
Broadcasting -- Middle East
Relationship between strategic planning and corporate results case. (c2005)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3132021-01-21T10:28:45Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Chreim, Samia
2011-03-30T13:11:59Z
2011-03-30T13:11:59Z
2011-03-30
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/313
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1983.2
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Business failures
Business enterprises
Strategic planning
A preliminary consideration of factors in the success or failure of business enterprises. (c1983)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3152021-01-21T10:28:45Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Chilmeran, Bassam Adib
2011-03-31T07:30:34Z
2011-03-31T07:30:34Z
2011-03-31
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/315
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1988.4
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Insurance -- Lebanon
Insurance companies -- Lebanon -- Evaluation
The lebanese insurance industry (1975-1987). (c1988)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3162021-01-21T10:28:38Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Taleb, Samer T.
2011-03-31T07:42:28Z
2011-03-31T07:42:28Z
2011-03-31
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/316
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1997.12
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
The environment was used beyond its productive and assimilative capacity and
business companies are not far from being blamed. Companies usually depended on the
unlimited supply of resources used in and for their production, and they used the
external environment to produce the by-products of their production. In addition they
never thought to share in the treatment of the wastes generated by the consumers of
their goods. It was until recently that some nations represented by . scientist, public
groups, governments' agencies, and many others, driven by social, legal, and public pressures, began to really think to putting an end to these problems. Regulations,
environmental product certification programs, and environmental management
standards began to emerge in one nation after the other. Thus new management and
marketing concepts were introduced by integrating the environment within, giving more corporate responsibility towards the environment.
The purpose of this project is to assess where companies in Lebanon stand as far as environmental management and marketing are concerned. In addition, the project attempts to discover whether we have green consumers in Lebanon or not, or what green consumer segmentation is available in Lebanon. To achieve the objective of this research, two survey questionnaires were developed: one for public, and another set of questions for food industries. Data gathered was analyzed using ASP, a Statistical
Package for Business and Economics where percentages, crosstabulations, and average
percentages were calculated.
Consumers appear to be either ''ungreen'': plain, don't care about the environment, or
"grousers": rationalize their non-behavior by excuses and criticize others, or "maybe green": express high degree of concern but act irregularly. In addition their behavior is
stilI in the precontempiation stage and people need a lot of awareness to act
accordingly. Companies, on the other hand were attracted by environmental
management and marketing concepts, however they appear not excited and ready to change or re-engineer their operations to preserve the environment.
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Green marketing -- Lebanon
Green marketing -- Management
Assessment of green marketing and management in Lebanon. (c1997)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3172021-01-21T10:28:38Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Ayass, Tarek Farouk
2011-03-31T08:07:51Z
2011-03-31T08:07:51Z
2011-03-31
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/317
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1995.11
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
Decision making is an emerging area of study of considerable importance to
practicing managers, as well as to teachers and students of management.
Regrettably, the subject of decision making is usually seen as merely one of several activities that differentiate managers from other employees in an
organization. However, this is not really the case, for every individual, belonging to the organization, participates in the process of decision making by one way or
another. The multiple dimensions of arriving at a choice contribute significantly to
the complexity of the decision-making process. Much additional research is necessary before decision making can be reveled in all its diversity. In the meantime, managers, teachers and students should try to adopt a broader perspective toward decision making. This perspective should place decision
making at the center of the manager's functions. It should focus squarely on the
many variables and antecedent conditions leading up to the moment of choice. It should acknowledge the many related considerations that must be taken into
account when the choice is put in effect. Also, this perspective should reflect the
need to control events in a mauner consistent with the original objective of the decision. Throughout this study, the researcher aimed at clarifying the guidelines
needed to create the above mentioned perspective, keeping in mind the contrast between the American decision-making approaches versus those one followed by the Lebanese managers.
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Decision making
Business enterprises -- Lebanon
Industrial management
Technological innovations
Assessment of decision-making techniques applied in Lebanese business. (c1995)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3182021-01-21T10:28:38Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Mahfouz, Lina A. R.
2011-03-31T08:24:31Z
2011-03-31T08:24:31Z
2011-03-31
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/318
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1996.11
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
The concept of measuring customer satisfaction and establishing measurement
techniques has received quite a high concern from the part of managers in different
companies. All the things managers do to achieve quality and provide excellent
service are not important at all if they do not work to satisfy the customer. Because
of the importance of satisfying customers, companies need to establish a
satisfaction measurement program in order to objectively monitor how well they
are doing.
The purpose of this research is to study and analyze management's assessment of
the most co=on customer satisfaction measurement techniques in major
Lebanese banks. It also intends to see the different techniques or tools applied in
the measurement process and to examine the various factors that are likely to be
associated with the manager's decision to use customer satisfaction measurement
techniques.
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Banks and banking -- Customer services -- Lebanon
Consumer satisfaction -- Lebanon
Customer satisfaction measurement techniques in major Lebanese banks. (c1996)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3192021-01-21T10:28:55Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Shaaban, Faten Ghazi
2011-04-05T07:29:36Z
2011-04-05T07:29:36Z
2011-04-05
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/319
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1996.12
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
The purpose of this study of the Direct Taxes in Lebanon is three fold : first, and chiefly, to give a description of what direct taxes are ; secondly, to assess the latest tax reforms in regard with government deficit, fiscal discipline, and national debt; and thirdly, to evaluate the fiscal tax system from the stand point of fiscal adequacy and effects on mcome
distribution and production.
As a background, it has been found appropriate to give a brief history of the development in the economy since the Pre-Independence
Period. Also, a good deal of information concerning fiscal adjustment like
public debt, budget deficit, and reconstruction programme were presented. And, a survey was conducted on 32 respondents to test the different views and suggestions with respest to recent tax reforms, so as to have a package of certain hints and notes on our tax system in general .
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Taxation -- Lebanon
Direct taxes. (c1996)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3202021-01-21T10:28:55Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Aintablian, Sebouh
2011-04-05T07:49:10Z
2011-04-05T07:49:10Z
2011-04-05
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/320
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1994.8
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
Marketing has become a major field of interest in the 1990's.
Whereas, a century ago, the term marketing was almost unknown.
It has, over time, gained extensive application in most industries.
The evolution of the marketing concept has reached such a stage as
to implicate issues as global in nature such as society welfare and
marketing of political careers. Then, the inclusion of services,
especially those of the banking sector, as industries that not only need to be marketed rather live by means of marketing, would not
be surprising. This project attempts to incorporate all issues of concern to those interested in venturing into marketing of bank
services in Lebanon. The main purpose of the research is directed
towards evaluating the marketing management process, in general, and the overall marketing activities of the Lebanese banks, in
particular. The first chapter introduces the statement of the problem, the need, purpose and limitations of the study, and the methodology used for the assessment of bank marketing in Lebanon. The second chapter starts by classitying bank marketing among other service
industries. Tables are used to enhance this classification. Then, a detailed discussion of how bank marketing differs from product
marketing follows. After this stage, all elements of bank marketing
mix are analyzed. The third chapter encompasses practical issues in
bank marketing. First, the bank marketing environment is
evaluated. Then, the new product and service development for banks follows. The fourth chapter concludes on the possible application of what is discussed to Lebanon. First, the environmental setting is portrayed. Then, basic proportions for marketing of Lebanese banks are intercepted. After this stage, a
field survey is conducted by interviewing six leading banks' senior managers, in order to evaluate the existing marketing programs.
Based on the results of the sample chosen for the study, it is
concluded that the marketing programs adopted by the Lebanese banks are very limited and small in relation to the level of banking sector operations, and to the market coverage of the banks. By
analyzing in depth the current states of marketing activities in the
Lebanese banks, it is recommended that every bank operating in
Lebanon should establish a marketing department, equipped with
the necessary qualified staff.
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Bank marketing -- Lebanon
Advertising -- Banks and banking -- Lebanon
Bank management -- Lebanon
Marketing -- Management
Marketing assessment of leading banks in Lebanon. (c1994)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3212021-01-21T10:28:38Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Assaad, Jean Georges
2011-04-05T08:21:17Z
2011-04-05T08:21:17Z
2011-04-05
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/321
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1987.2
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
Though the Free Zone of Beirut was created almost
half a century ago, it only began its real function a
short while after the end of the Second World War when international trade resumed once again its normal
movement.
The Free Zone definitely helped and influenced the
economy in giving many advantages to its different
sectors. Transit to the neighbouring Arab countries,
for instance, was much encouraged. Trade increased and
the Free Zone became and international market, a warehousing
and distribution center.
Manufacturers took advantage of cheaper raw materials
available at the Free Zone, set up installations to
compete with foreign produced goods imported to the Arab world and to Africa. Businessmen have been much encouraged
to increase their imports, due to the re-exportation
facilities in case the Lebanese market failed to absorb
the whole imported lot. Others, who did not have the
required capital to import, were given the opportunity
to choose any quantity, however small, from a wide line of products in the Free Zone. Transport, with the
availability of return cargo, became cheaper amd more regular,
this to the profit of the whole economy.
At least, because of the intense traffic created by
the Free Zone until the year 1975, more income is accuring to the port company as well as to the employment sector
of the economy. In general, all of the above mentioned
factors added up to a net increase in the national
economy of the country before the year 1975, while from 1975 and on the same factors mentioned, become a burden on the net worth of the country's national economy and
specially with respect to traffic, unemployment balance
of trade, industry at the Free Zone.
en
Free ports and zones -- Lebanon -- Beirut
Harbors -- Lebanon -- Beirut -- Traffic control
Unemployment -- Lebanon
Lebanon -- Economic conditions
The impact of the activities of the Beirut port Free Zone on balance of trade, marine traffic and unemployment in Lebanon (1975-1984). (c1987)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3242021-01-21T10:28:46Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Kady, Abdallah Mohamad
2011-04-05T12:38:10Z
2011-04-05T12:38:10Z
2011-04-05
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/324
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1997.13
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Integrated logistic support
Industrial management
Logistics
Integrated logistics management system. (c1997)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3262021-01-21T10:28:38Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Masry, Jamal N.
2011-04-08T09:22:01Z
2011-04-08T09:22:01Z
2011-04-08
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/326
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1985.6
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Decision making -- Lebanon
Executives -- Lebanon
Decision making among lebanese executives. (c1985)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3272021-01-21T10:28:38Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Haidar, Mohammed Abed Ali
2011-04-08T09:40:28Z
2011-04-08T09:40:28Z
2011-04-08
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/327
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1984.3
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Finance (Islamic law)
Islam -- Economic aspects
Bait al-mal in Islam. (c1984)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3282021-01-21T10:28:38Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Kevorkian, Henry Kevork
2011-04-08T10:51:40Z
2011-04-08T10:51:40Z
2011-04-08
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/328
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1985.7
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Bank management -- Lebanon
Banks and banking -- Lebanon
The effect of bank size on the operation of banking units. (c1985)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3292021-01-21T10:28:38Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Haddad, Nabil
2011-04-08T10:57:43Z
2011-04-08T10:57:43Z
2011-04-08
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/329
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1985.8
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Insurance -- Lebanon
Insurance companies -- Lebanon -- Evaluation
An evaluation of the lebanese insurance industry. (c1985)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3302021-01-21T10:28:38Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Saade, Georges E.
2011-04-08T11:17:42Z
2011-04-08T11:17:42Z
2011-04-08
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/330
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1994.9
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Fast food restaurants -- Lebanon
Markets -- Lebanon
American fast-food industry in Lebanon. (c1994)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3312021-01-21T10:28:38Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Adra, Zeina Ismat
2011-04-08T11:41:23Z
2011-04-08T11:41:23Z
2011-04-08
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/331
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1994.10
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Strategic planning -- Lebanon
Lebanon -- Economic conditions
Finance -- Research
Finance, Public -- Lebanon
Monetary policy -- Lebanon
Executive departments -- Lebanon
Strategic planning in the Ministry of Finance in Lebanon. (c1994)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3332021-01-21T10:28:38Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Jammoul, Nada Y.
2011-04-08T12:20:19Z
2011-04-08T12:20:19Z
2011-04-08
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/333
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1995.13
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
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Middle East Airlines -- Business organizational change
Business process re-engineering. (c1995)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3362021-01-21T10:28:52Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Mehio, Jamal
2011-04-08T12:47:25Z
2011-04-08T12:47:25Z
2011-04-08
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/336
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1985.9
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
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Airlines -- Auditing
Airlines -- Accounting
"A system analysis". (c1985)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3382021-01-21T10:28:39Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Ariss, Rami A. B.
2011-04-08T13:09:42Z
2011-04-08T13:09:42Z
2011-04-08
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/338
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1986.7
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Corporate culture -- Lebanon
Organizational effectiveness
Corporate profile. (c1986)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3392021-01-21T10:28:39Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Kari, Imad
2011-04-08T13:15:22Z
2011-04-08T13:15:22Z
2011-04-08
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/339
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1984.4
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Arab countries -- Economic integration
Arab economic community and inter Arab relations. (c1984)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3402021-01-21T10:28:39Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Kari, Jamal
2011-04-11T05:50:56Z
2011-04-11T05:50:56Z
2011-04-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/340
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1996.13
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Information storage and retrieval systems -- Lebanon
Decision making
Task-technology fit impact on individual performance and decision making. (c1996)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3412021-01-21T10:28:39Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Asad, Tony A.
2011-04-11T05:58:06Z
2011-04-11T05:58:06Z
2011-04-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/341
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1984.5
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Cost accounting
Cost accounting system. (c1984)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3432021-01-21T10:28:39Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Nader, Dunia F.
2011-04-11T07:29:08Z
2011-04-11T07:29:08Z
2011-04-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/343
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1996.14
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Cosmetics -- Lebanon -- Case studies
Cosmetics industry -- Lebanon -- Case studies
Women and the cosmetics business in Lebanon. (c1996)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3452021-01-21T10:28:39Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Sujud, Hiyam N.
2011-04-11T07:58:56Z
2011-04-11T07:58:56Z
2011-04-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/345
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1994.11
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Agricultural development projects -- Lebanon
Nahr-El-Assi Dam
Agriculture -- Economic aspects -- Lebanon
An assessment of the Al-Assi Dam impacts on the economic development cycle of the northern region of Bekaa. (c1994)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3482021-01-21T10:28:39Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Rajeh, Khaled Bahij
2011-04-11T08:28:45Z
2011-04-11T08:28:45Z
2011-04-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/348
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1996.16
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
The building of modern nations depends upon the development of people and the organizations of human activity. Capital, natural resources, foreign aid, and the international trade, of course, play important roles in economic growth, but none is more important than manpower. Therefore, people at all levels and professions must continually upgrade their skills and knowledge and this cannot be achieved without effective corporate policies on education and training.
In this research the history of training along with the various education and training methods and applications are presented and discussed. In addition, the major forces shaping corporate policies on education and training are listed in order to be tested according to their relationships with such policies.
The purpose behind conducting this research is to examine whether the Lebanese organizations are able to face the demand for a more skilled workforce by adopting ffective educational and training policies. In addition, this study tends to test and assess the major factors that shape such policies. For this to be accomplished a group of employees from various Lebanese organizations was asked to answer a questionnaire including the above issues. After that, certain statistical models were applied on the collected data to end up with certain results showing that management culture is the only factor that tends to be associated with the variability in education and training activities in the Lebanese organizations. Finally, recommendations related to the effectiveness of training and education strategies were raised.
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Associations, institutions, etc. -- Lebanon -- Effect of education and training on
Assessing impact of internal factors on corporate training and education. (c1996)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3502021-01-21T10:28:39Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Assaf, Mona H.
2011-04-11T08:52:02Z
2011-04-11T08:52:02Z
2011-04-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/350
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1994.12
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
Customer Information System (CIS) is an issue of great importance at the present time. The time that is witnessing fundamental changes in the economic climate including tough competition, high standards of living, and minimal differences among various products in terms of price and quality; the time the customers are becoming more selective for the companies they are dealing with, more concerned about the rights for a high service quality, and more demanding for a prompt and satisfactory type of response to his \ her complaints; the time information technology became a crucial success factor for achieving an efficient organizational performance.
The purpose of the study was to assess the success of organizational performance upon implementing an efficient CIS. Moreover, the research had a purpose of describing and evaluating the CIS and the methods followed in handling customer complaints. It also intended to study tile factors that are most likely to be associated with aiding or hindering the successful implementation of tile system.
To elaborate more on the historical background of CIS, a library search was conducted. For better understanding of this purpose, regression analysis, One-Way ANOVA, crosstabulation, and correlation analysis were conducted to test its validity by considering all pertinent factors.
According to the results of the analysis, managers' training in both information technology and the importance of the complaining process will help to build a positive attitude towards the adoption of a well developed CIS. Moreover, computerized and proper application of Customer Information Systems will add to the customer satisfaction and to the organization's performance.
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Customer services
Customer relations
CICS (Computer system) -- Lebanon
Customer information systems in Lebanese organizations. (c1994)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3522021-01-21T10:28:39Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Hajj, Nada H. Kassem
2011-04-11T09:05:15Z
2011-04-11T09:05:15Z
2011-04-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/352
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1988.5
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Universities and colleges -- Admission -- Statistics
Lebanese American University -- Admissions Office -- Statistics
Lebanese American University -- Students -- Statistics
A discriminant function model for undergraduate admissions at Beirut University College. (c1988)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3532021-01-21T10:28:39Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Ghattas, Amal Emile
2011-04-11T09:11:59Z
2011-04-11T09:11:59Z
2011-04-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/353
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1995.14
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Health insurance
Health insurance -- Lebanon
Medical insurance in Lebanon. (c1995)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3552021-01-21T10:28:55Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Alameddine, Kamil W.
2011-04-11T11:15:44Z
2011-04-11T11:15:44Z
2011-04-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/355
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1985.10
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Insurance
Reinsurance
Effects of reinsurance on an insurance company. (c1985)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3562021-01-21T10:28:55Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Halawani, Mohammad A.
2011-04-11T12:06:13Z
2011-04-11T12:06:13Z
2011-04-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/356
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1985.11
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Capital market -- Lebanon
Economic development -- Lebanon
The development of financial market in Lebanon with reference to non banking sector. (c1985)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3572021-01-21T10:28:55Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Mufarrij, Lutfallah A.
2011-04-11T12:15:49Z
2011-04-11T12:15:49Z
2011-04-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/357
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1986.8
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Cigarettes -- Lebanon -- Marketing
Tobacco industry -- Lebanon
Marketing efforts of Philip Morris in Lebanon. (c1986)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3582021-01-21T10:28:55Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Itani, Maher Noureddin
2011-04-11T12:29:31Z
2011-04-11T12:29:31Z
2011-04-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/358
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1995.15
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
Twenty-five hundred years ago, in The Laws, Plato described two types of doctor-patient relationships. In one type, which he called slave medicine, slave physicians took care of slave patients. The slave physician "never gives him any account of his complaints, nor asks him for any; he gives him some empirical injunction with an air of finished knowledge in the brusque fashion of a dictator and then is off in hot haste to the next ailing slave …” In contrast, is the "medicine befitting free men," in which the citizen physician "treats their disease by going into things thoroughly from the beginning in as scientific way and takes the patient and his family into confidence. Thus, he learns something from the sufferers.... He does
not give prescriptions until he has won the patient's support, and when he has done so, he steadily aims at producing complete restoration to health by persuading the sufferer into compliance."
In Lebanon at this time, we may be revisiting history and heading toward the widespread practice of slave medicine. The best caution against this is to maintain the sanctity of the doctor-patient relationship. When physicians talk to their patients and, perhaps more important, when physicians listen and hear what their patients are trying to say, when physicians are caring, compassionate, and sensitive to their patients' needs, physicians are helping them - helping them not only to feel better, but do better. Not surprisingly, physician will find that he will feel better too. The good physician knows his patients through and through, and his knowledge is bought dearly. Time, sympathy, and understanding must be lavishly dispensed, but the reward is to be found in the personal bond that forms the greatest satisfaction with medical services delivered and ensures the optimal quality of medical services.
en
Physician and patient -- Case studies
Medical service quality. (c1995)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3592021-01-21T10:28:55Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Machaco, Abir
2011-04-11T12:46:33Z
2011-04-11T12:46:33Z
2011-04-11
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/359
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.2002.2
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
Electronic Commerce is becoming an area of strategic concern to most organizations. Enabled by new, networked technology, e-commerce is rapidly becoming an integral part of the many different ways people and organizations do business and manage information.
The Internet economy is expanding very rapidly and the pace of change is speeding up. While E-commerce is growing rapidly in the world, E-commerce in Lebanon is still in its embryonic stage. In fact, only 2% of the population is online.
This study is done in order to shed light on electronic commerce in the world and all the business models since its initiation till our days. But the most important is to analyze to what extent the Lebanese customers as well as the businesses accept the Internet as a means of doing business.
A descriptive analysis is adopted to present the study results and analyze the findings in a way that enables the researcher objectives, which are the assessment of E-commerce implementation in Lebanon Data has been collected and acquired from three sources: secondary sources, and primary sources.
The primary data are divided between a questionnaire analysis and a case study about a Lebanese online organization followed by an interview with Mrs. Rola Moussa, the manager.
Another interview was also held with Dr. Salah Rustum, CEO of GlobalSign to shed light on electronic commerce in Lebanon as well as the security issues and digital signatures.
The questionnaires were filled by students from (LAU), (AUB), (AUST), and (USJ) as well as Faculty from LAU. Employees came from a broad variety of organizations belonging to various sectors and from different managerial sectors and functional divisions such as banks, Medical Institution, and Trading Companies. More than two hundred and ten questionnaires were distributed to students and employees. Only one hundred fifty one questionnaires were filled and returned. That is, 72% was the response rate.
The analysis of data was done through the facilities of a statistical package of social science (SPSS) The concepts to be assessed are as follows: Internet Literacy, Electronic Commerce Literacy, and attitude toward electronic commerce. Lebanese users do accept all new technologies and electronic commerce is being accepted in a way or another by the educated people first and it will be widespread among the majority of the Lebanese users. Thus, implementing new education systems that enhance Internet literacy and reducing the cost of going online, will encourage the use of the Internet and consequently will increase Electronic commerce and its applications.
Accepting Electronic commerce as the most effective way to do business is finally related to patterns of future life and the mentality of people.
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Electronic commerce -- Lebanon
Consumers -- Lebanon
An assessment of electronic commerce. (c2002)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3602021-01-21T10:28:39Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Haddad, Mitri I.
2011-04-12T05:58:22Z
2011-04-12T05:58:22Z
2011-04-12
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/360
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1990.5
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Economic forecasting -- Lebanon
Lebanon -- Economic conditions
Lebanon -- Economic policy
Banking secrecy and the Lebanese economy. (c1990)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3612021-01-21T10:28:39Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Arslan, Souhair
2011-04-12T06:04:17Z
2011-04-12T06:04:17Z
2011-04-12
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/361
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1984.6
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Export credit
Documentary credit -- Lebanon
Documentary credits in context of import and export financing. (c1984)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3632023-01-31T07:55:37Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Nawfal, Naji Soleiman
2011-04-12T06:16:03Z
2011-04-12T06:16:03Z
2011-04-12
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/363
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1984.7
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Construction industry
Bank loans
Financial statements
Construction financing and bonding by banks. (c1984)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3642023-01-31T10:19:57Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Tannir, Hassana M.
2011-04-12T12:19:23Z
2011-04-12T12:19:23Z
2011-04-12
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/364
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1986.9
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Middle East Airlines -- Personnel management
Airlines -- Lebanon
Airline's expatriate problems in outstations, and means to handle them. (c1986)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3652021-01-21T10:28:56Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Saddi, Amal
2011-04-12T12:54:09Z
2011-04-12T12:54:09Z
2011-04-12
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/365
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1984.8
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Debts, External -- Developing countries
Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
OPEC capital surplus funds and the Third World indebtedness. (c1984)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3662021-01-21T10:28:56Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Kazoun, Fadi R.
2011-04-12T13:01:51Z
2011-04-12T13:01:51Z
2011-04-12
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/366
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1987.3
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Banks and banking -- Lebanon -- Automation
The use of computers in Lebanese banks. (c1987)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3672021-01-21T10:28:39Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Labban, Ghassan E.
2011-04-13T05:25:46Z
2011-04-13T05:25:46Z
2011-04-13
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/367
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1984.9
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Reinsurance -- Lebanon
Insurance companies -- Lebanon -- Management
Organization of national reinsurance company in Lebanon. (c1984)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3682021-01-21T10:28:40Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Hammoud, Hisham S.
2011-04-13T05:30:35Z
2011-04-13T05:30:35Z
2011-04-13
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/368
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1984.10
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Electricity
Electric power distribution -- Lebanon
The current situation of electricity in Lebanon. (c1984)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3692021-01-21T10:28:56Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Sabra, Jamal
2011-04-13T05:47:22Z
2011-04-13T05:47:22Z
2011-04-13
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/369
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1986.10
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Gross domestic product -- Lebanon
Lebanon -- Economic conditions
Factors affecting the Lebanese currency between 1974-1985. (c1986)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3702021-01-21T10:28:40Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Tannir, Saleh S.
2011-04-13T05:54:38Z
2011-04-13T05:54:38Z
2011-04-13
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/370
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1984.11
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Finance -- Lebanon
Financial market in Lebanon. (c1984)
Thesis
oai:laur.lau.edu.lb:10725/3712021-01-21T10:28:40Zcom_10725_2054col_10725_2082
Mandoyan, Alexander M.
2011-04-13T06:05:24Z
2011-04-13T06:05:24Z
2011-04-13
http://hdl.handle.net/10725/371
https://doi.org/10.26756/th.1985.12
http://libraries.lau.edu.lb/research/laur/terms-of-use/thesis.php
en
Marketing -- Management -- Case studies
Pricing -- Case studies
Consumer prices and pricing policies in the marketing effort. (c1985)
Thesis
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