Developing a Mathematical Model of Entrepreneurship Based on Transformational Leadership Behavior

This study aimed to reduce the university-industry gap from the perspective of leadership and entrepreneurship. The focus of this research is to assess the influence of transformational leadership of manager on academic staff’s entrepreneurial orientation and to pave the way for identifying potential opportunities, generating new ideas in industrial relation, and to subsequently narrow the university-industry problem. In order to understand the contribution of leadership within the university–industry context, this research reviewed the effect of transformational leadership style on entrepreneurial orientation and then examined the existing relationship. The population of this study is the academic staff of a public university in Iran. A research sample of 295 academic staff was chosen by using stratified sampling technique. Technical analysis of data applied Structural Equation Modeling in two step: measurement model for testing the construct validity of questionnaires and structural model for hypothesizes testing with mathematical program. The results showed that transformational leadership was the best predictor for entrepreneurial orientation. The research findings in this study revealed that the quality of transformational leadership within an organization had an effect on the entrepreneurial orientation. One of the managerial implications of this study is to reinforce the recognition and basis of enhancing entrepreneurial orientation by transformational leadership.

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Alliance entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial orientation: the mediating effect of knowledge transfer

Gadjah Mada International Journal of Business ◽

10.22146/gamaijb.22220 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 18 (3) ◽

pp. 263 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Arash Rezazadeh ◽

Mahsa Mahjoub

Keyword(s):

Knowledge Transfer ◽

Entrepreneurial Orientation ◽

Structural Equation ◽

Structural Model ◽

Measurement Model ◽

Business Environment ◽

Mediating Effect ◽

Equation Modeling ◽

Model Assessment ◽

Alliance Partners

Today’s rapidly changing business environment has impelled companies to cooperate with their competitors gaining more competitive advantages by achieving win-win situation. Thereby, building alliances as one of the cooperative strategies has been adopted by many enterprises, consequently attracting great attention of numerous scholars. Nevertheless, the alliance literature seems to lack studies in the domain of entrepreneurship. Accordingly, this paper aims to extend entrepreneurship into the field of alliances highlighting two phenomenal concepts: alliance entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial orientation. Hence, the relationship between these two constructs together with the mediating role of knowledge transfer between alliance partners are investigated. We used Structural Equation Modeling with Partial Least Squares (PLS-SEM) technique under two sections of measurement model and structural model assessment in order to analyze data. The results gathered from Iran’s automotive industry confirmed the positive significant impact of alliance entrepreneurship on partners’ entrepreneurial orientation and the mediating effect of knowledge transfer

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The impact of transformational leadership and interactional justice on follower performance and organizational commitment in a business context

Journal of General Management ◽

10.1177/0306307020984579 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 46 (4) ◽

pp. 274-283

Author(s):

Geir Thompson ◽

Robert Buch ◽

Per-Magnus Moe Thompson ◽

Lars Glasø

Keyword(s):

Transformational Leadership ◽

Social Exchange ◽

Structural Equation ◽

Social Exchange Theory ◽

Leadership Behavior ◽

Interactional Justice ◽

Equation Modeling ◽

Business Context ◽

Direct Reports ◽

The Impact

The relationships between transformational leaders and several follower outcomes have been well investigated, but the mechanism through which these leadership behaviors relate to such outcomes is relatively unexplored. By investigating the mediating role of interactional justice, using structural equation modeling analyses, and data collected from supervisors and direct reports at various organizational levels, the present study provides insight into the psychological processes underlying transformational leadership and its effectiveness on follower outcomes. In line with social exchange theory, the main takeaway from the present study is suggesting that leaders, who display transformational leadership behavior in a manner perceived by followers as respectful, fair, and consistent with moral and ethical standards, may expect greater follower organizational attachment as an appropriate response to interactional justice.

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Development of a System Measurement Model of the Brazilian Hospital Accreditation System

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health ◽

10.3390/ijerph15112520 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 15 (11) ◽

pp. 2520 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

João Corrêa ◽

João Turrioni ◽

Carlos Mello ◽

Ana Santos ◽

Carlos da Silva ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Structural Equation Modeling ◽

Structural Equation ◽

Structural Model ◽

Measurement Model ◽

Equation Modeling ◽

Scientific Software ◽

Health Organizations ◽

Hospital Accreditation ◽

Management Quality ◽

Culture Process

The purpose of this study is to develop and validate a measurement model that evaluates the Brazilian hospital accreditation methodology (ONA), based on a multivariate model using structural equation modeling (SEM). The information used to develop the model was obtained from a questionnaire sent to all organizations accredited by the ONA methodology. A model was built based on the data obtained and tested through a structural equation modeling (SEM) technique using the LISREL® software (Scientific Software International, Inc., Skokie, IL, USA). Four different tests were performed: Initial, calibrated, simulated, and cross-validation models. By analyzing and validating the proposed measurement model, it can be verified that the selected factors satisfy the required criteria for the development of a structural model. The results show that leadership action is one of the most important factors in the process of health services accredited by ONA. Although, leadership, staff management, quality management, organizational culture, process orientation, and safety are strongly linked to the development of health organizations, and directly influence the accreditation process.

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The effect of clustering on competitiveness improvement in Hebron

Journal of Manufacturing Technology Management ◽

10.1108/jmtm-12-2016-0181 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 28 (5) ◽

pp. 631-654 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

Ibrahim M. Awad ◽

Alaa A. Amro

Keyword(s):

Structural Equation ◽

Structural Model ◽

Model Building ◽

Measurement Model ◽

Background Information ◽

Equation Modeling ◽

Future Research ◽

Research Model ◽

Content Type ◽

The Impact

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to map the cluster in the leather and shoes sector for improving the competitiveness of the firms. Toward this end, the study is organized to examine the impact of clustering on competitiveness improvement. The influence of competitive elements and performance (Porter’s diamond) and balanced score card was utilized. Design/methodology/approach A random sample of 131 respondents was chosen during the period from May 2016 to July 2016. A structural equation modeling (SEM) analysis was applied to investigate the research model. This approach was chosen because of its ability to test casual relationships between constructs with multiple measurement items. Researchers proposed a two-stage model-building process for applying SEM. The measurement model was first examined for instrument validation, followed by an analysis of the structural model for testing associations hypothesized by the research model. Findings The main findings show that there is a unidirectional causal relationship between improvements of performance and achieve competitiveness and also reveal that the Palestinian shoes and leather cluster sector is vital and strong, and conclude that clustering can achieve competitiveness for small- and medium-sized enterprises. Research limitations/implications Future research can examine the relationship between clustering and innovation. The effect of clustering using other clustering models other than Porter’s model is advised to be used for future research. Practical implications The relationships among clustering and competitiveness may provide a practical clue to both, policymakers and researchers on how cluster enhances economic firms such as a skilled workforce, research, development capacity, and infrastructure. This is likely to create assets such as trust, synergy, collaboration and cooperation for improved competitiveness. Originality/value The findings of this study provide background information that can simultaneously be used to analyze relationships among factors of innovation, customer’s satisfaction, internal business and financial performance. This study also identified several essential factors in successful firms, and discussed the implications of these factors for developing organizational strategies to encourage and foster competitiveness.

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Linking transformational leadership and “multi-dimensions” of project success

International Journal of Managing Projects in Business ◽

10.1108/ijmpb-10-2018-0210 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 13 (1) ◽

pp. 103-127 ◽

Cited By ~ 10

Author(s):

Umer Zaman ◽

Shahid Nawaz ◽

Sidra Tariq ◽

Asad Afzal Humayoun

Keyword(s):

Transformational Leadership ◽

Structural Equation ◽

Structural Model ◽

Project Success ◽

Higher Order ◽

Project Managers ◽

Second Order ◽

Equation Modeling ◽

Content Type ◽

The Relationship

Purpose Transformational leadership, flexibility and visibility improves project responsiveness to highly unpredictable and impactful events referred as the ‘black swans’ in mega projects (Bloch et al., 2012; Raziq et al., 2018; Zailani et al., 2016). However, these concepts have never been empirically tested in a single framework to determine their significant impact on multi-dimensional project success. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the interactional effects of project flexibility and project visibility on the relationship between transformational leadership and “multi-dimensions” of project success including meeting design goals; impact on customers and benefits to project-based organization. Design/methodology/approach Empirical data derived from cross-sectional survey of 160 project managers from telecom intensive companies in Pakistan were used to test the conceptual framework developed from recent literature. Partial least squares-structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) provided detailed analysis of the measurement and structural model. The most recent reflective–formative PLS-SEM approach for higher-order constructs has been introduced. Findings The results indicate that project managers’ transformational leadership (β = 0.348, p < 0.01), project flexibility (β = 0.221, p < 0.01) and project visibility (β = 0.366, p < 0.01) are positively related with the multi-dimensional project success (second-order formative) construct. Interestingly, the relationship between transformational leadership and project success is influenced by significantly negative moderations established through project flexibility (β = −0.100, p < 0.01) and project visibility (β = −0.093, p < 0.05). Research limitations/implications This study in the telecom sector examined the interactional effects of risk mitigating strategies (i.e. project flexibility and project visibility) on the relationship between transformational leadership and multi-dimensional project success. This study creates a basis for future investigations extending to various project types and relevant to different industries especially those involving higher-order (formative) assessments of project success. Practical implications The study findings assist project leaders to meet their escalating commitments in achieving project success from a multi-dimensional standpoint. Additionally, this study underscores a renewed perspective of transformational leadership and project outcomes. Despite prevailing understanding developed through prior research, transformational leadership may become less favorable for project success in conditions of increased flexibility and visibility in projects. Originality/value Earlier studies have overlooked the multi-dimensional nature of project success (second-order formative) construct, despite several attempts to examine the interplay between transformational leadership and project success. Based on the knowledge gap and non-existence of empirical evidence, the authors introduced and empirically tested the moderating role of project flexibility and project visibility in the relationship between transformational leadership and multi-dimensional project success.

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Identifying the Impact of Strategic Alliances on the Performance of SMEs (Case Study: The Industry of Automotive Parts Manufacturers in Iran)

International Business Research ◽

10.5539/ibr.v10n6p227 ◽

2017 ◽

Vol 10 (6) ◽

pp. 227 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Kambiez Talebi ◽

Jahangir Yadollahi Farsi ◽

Hamideh Miriasl

Keyword(s):

Strategic Alliances ◽

Structural Equation ◽

Structural Model ◽

Reliability And Validity ◽

Measurement Model ◽

Equation Modeling ◽

Innovative Capabilities ◽

Automotive Parts ◽

Technical Features ◽

The Impact

This study has investigated the effects of strategic alliances on the performance of small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) of the industry of automotive parts manufacturers. Questionnaires have been distributed among 400 senior managers of SMEs of the industry of auto parts manufacturers based on stratified random sampling. The data has been analyzed using structural equation modeling software and PLS2 software in two segments of measurement model and structural model. In the first segment, technical features of the questionnaire were tested in terms of reliability and validity. Moreover, in the second segment, t-test was used to test research hypotheses. The results show that there is a significant and positive relationship between the dimensions of strategic alliances, including new opportunities, entrepreneurial and innovative capabilities, social capital, and internationalization of business, and competitive advantage with the performance of SMEs.

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Why does leader attention scope matter for innovation ambidexterity? The mediating role of transformational leadership

Leadership & Organization Development Journal ◽

10.1108/lodj-12-2014-0242 ◽

2016 ◽

Vol 37 (7) ◽

pp. 912-935 ◽

Cited By ~ 11

Author(s):

Xiaofeng Zheng ◽

Zhiying Liu ◽

Xiuyuan Gong

Keyword(s):

Transformational Leadership ◽

Structural Equation ◽

Leadership Behavior ◽

Equation Modeling ◽

Content Type ◽

Mediating Role ◽

Upper Echelons Theory ◽

Attention Scope ◽

The Relationship

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to explore the role leader attention plays in the nurture of transformational leadership (TL) behavior, as well as the mechanism by which TL affects innovation ambidexterity, this research empirically studied the relationship between leader attention scope (LAS) and innovation ambidexterity (exploratory innovation and exploitative innovation) through the mediating role of TL. Further, the moderating effect of environmental dynamism (ED) on the relationship between TL and innovation ambidexterity was examined. Design/methodology/approach Empirical study was adopted by distributing questionnaires to high echelon leaders in mainland China to assess related variables. Structural equation modeling was used to examine the relationships of the variables based on the 188 returned questionnaires. Findings The results show that LAS had a positive effect on innovation ambidexterity, and the relationship was partially mediated by TL. ED negatively moderated the relationship between TL and innovation ambidexterity. Practical implications The results suggest that upper echelon leaders receive more unfamiliar, outward-oriented, and source-diverse information to broaden their attention scope. The broad outlook they get obliges them to engage in TL behavior which is beneficial for innovation ambidexterity. Originality/value Based on upper echelons theory, this research reveals the realization mechanism of innovation ambidexterity from the perspectives of leader attention and leadership behavior. This paper avoids the previous research limitation of prevalently employing demographic measurements to substitute for leaders’ psychological processes. The study of LAS also explains the formation mechanism of TL. ED is considered to examine the effectiveness of TL.

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An Empirical Study of Students’ Acceptance of Online Education during the COVID-19 Pandemic in Saudi Arabia

Frontiers in Education Technology ◽

10.22158/fet.v4n3p8 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 4 (3) ◽

pp. p8

Author(s):

Dalal Bamufleh ◽

Lama Talat Alradady

Keyword(s):

Saudi Arabia ◽

Online Education ◽

University Students ◽

Technology Acceptance ◽

Structural Equation ◽

Measurement Model ◽

Equation Modeling ◽

Use Of Technology ◽

Acceptance Model ◽

The University

This paper seeks to explore factors that determine the university student’s acceptance and adoption behavior towards online education platforms in Saudi Arabia (SA) during the COVID-19 pandemic. The research relied mainly on two theories: Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT), and the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM). Five different constructs were utilized from those theories to investigate the university student’s intention toward using online education platforms. The proposed model and its five hypotheses were tested by conducting a quantitative survey across social media to university students from different regions around SA. For the model validity, the measurement model was analyzed using a structural equation modeling technique applied using SmartPLS software. The survey sample consisted of 708 university students in different regions of SA. The analysis results show that Performance Expectancy (PE) and Facilitating Conditions (FC) affect students’ Attitude toward Using (ATU) and that ATU positively affects Behavioral Intention (BI). Nevertheless, Effort Expectancy (EE) is not significantly related to ATU. Thus, the level of difficulty in using the online education platform is not an effective determinant factor that would change the student’s attitude.

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Prediksi Minat Perilaku Menggunakan Jasa Pajak Elektronik: Analisis Faktor Konfirmatori

InFestasi ◽

10.21107/infestasi.v13i2.3511 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 13 (2) ◽

pp. 321

Author(s):

Jullie J. Sondakh

Keyword(s):

Factor Analysis ◽

Structural Equation Modeling ◽

Confirmatory Factor Analysis ◽

Behavioral Intention ◽

Latent Variable ◽

Structural Equation ◽

Structural Model ◽

Measurement Model ◽

Equation Modeling ◽

Confirmatory Factor

The purpose of this research is to predict the tax payer behavioral intention of using the e-SPT through the application of Technology Acceptance Model (TAM).This research used survey method to collect primary data from the population of tax payer in the city of Manado and Bitung with 156 respondents while using judgement sampling method.The data analysis is using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) that consists of two steps; the measurement model and structural model. The focus of this research is on the first step of SEM modeling, which is the measurement model by using the Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA). The purpose of this analysis is to test the validity and reliability from the indicator of the construct or latent variable researched, thus, we will obtain the fit construct or latent variable before proceeding to the next step of SEM which is the structural model.Based on the confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), we obtained the validity test result, convergent validity, and reliability test result, construct reliability and variance extracted, from the indicator of construct or latent variable which are perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, attitude towards e-SPT, and behavioral intention to use e-SPT. The reliabilty and validity test result showed that there is no indicator from all the tested latent variable to be excluded for the next step of Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) which is the structural model. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah melakukan prediksi minat perilaku wajib pajak menggunakan e-SPT melalui penerapanTechnology Acceptance Model (TAM). Penelitian ini menggunakan metode survei untuk mengumpulkan data primer dari populasi yaitu wajib pajak di Kota Manado dan Bitung dengan jumlah sampel sebanyak 156 responden serta penentuan sampel berdasarkan metode judgment sampling. Teknik analisis data menggunakan pemodelan Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) yang terdiri dari dua tahapan yaitu model pengukuran (measurement model) dan model struktural (structural model). Fokus penelitian ini adalah pada pemodelan SEM tahap pertama yaitu model pengukuran (measurement model) melalui analisis faktor konfirmatori (Confirmatory Factor Analysis - CFA). Analisis ini bertujuan untuk menguji validitas dan reliabilitas dari indikator-indikator pembentuk konstruk atau variabel laten yang diteliti sehingga diperoleh konstruk atau variabel laten yang fit sebelum lanjut ke tahap pemodelan SEM berikutnya yaitu model struktural. Berdasarkan analisis faktor konfirmatori (Confirmatory Factor Analysis - CFA) diperoleh hasil uji validitas yaitu signifikansi factor loading (convergent validity) dan reliabilitas (construct reliability dan variance extracted) dari indikator pembentuk konstruk atau variabel laten kegunaan persepsian (Perceived Usefulness), kemudahan penggunaan persepsian (Perceived ease of use), sikap terhadap penggunaan e-SPT (Attitude towards e-SPT) dan minat perilaku menggunakan e-SPT (Behavioral intention to use e-SPT). Hasil uji validitas dan reliabilitas ini menunjukan bahwa tidak ada indikator dari variabel kegunaan persepsian (Perceived Usefulness), kemudahan penggunaan persepsian (Perceived ease of use), sikap terhadap penggunaan e-SPT (Attitude towards e-SPT) dan minat perilaku menggunakan e-SPT (Behavioral intention to use e-SPT) yang di hilangkan pada analisis selanjutnya yaitu pemodelan Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) tahap kedua sehingga dapat dilakukan estimasi model persamaan struktural (structural model).

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