Browsing Theses - Business LYIT by Title
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The opinions and perceptions of insolvency practitioners in relation to the reform of the bankruptcy act 1988
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2011)The current economic crisis has had a damaging effect on businesses. Many directors and sole traders have found their debts accumulate to an unmanageable level as a result. Considering the large amounts of money in ... -
A phenomenological Investigation of Learner Usage Patterns, Attitudes and Perceptions of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and technological Preparedness for the Covid-19 Pandemic Crisis
(2020-07)This exploratory phenomenological investigation addresses the lack of regional data regarding learners’ perceptions and attitudes towards ICT in learning environments. The substantial dependence on information and communication ... -
A Phenomenological Investigation of Self-Directed Learning being Supported or Enhanced within a Virtual Learning Environment
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs) has become commonplace in higher education institutions with limited research available into how learners perceive and experience VLEs. This exploratory phenomenological investigation ... -
Predicting SMEs use of business related social media
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2014)Background: There has been dramatic growth in the use of social media over the past number of years. This has influenced not just individuals, but importantly the way in which business now carry out their daily day-to-day ... -
A qualitative investigation of corporate governance in Irish PLC's:the perceptions of auditors
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2009)Corporate governance was dominated by corporate scandals across the world involving such companies as Enron, WorldCom, Tyco, Parmalat, Polly Peck, and Maxwell. Over the last two decades a number of reports have been ... -
Quality assurance monitoring of accounting practices: adding value for the client or adding cost to the firm?
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2012)This thesis looks at how the accounting industry is regulated in Ireland. It looks at the legislation regarding the supervision of the industry and the bodies which are responsible for that supervision. It specifically ... -
The reality of customer service within small retailer in Donegal
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Residential property tax in Ireland
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2010)The Report of the Commission on Taxation 2009 recommends the introduction of an annual property tax on principal private residences while at the same time zero rating stamp duty on the transfer of principal private ... -
A review of the evolution of marketing practice in the web 2.0 era has marketing education remained relevant? Observations from practitioners, academics and students.
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2014)Web 2.0 technologies have transformed the marketing industry and the more closely consumers become connected to digital technologies, the greater the power of the information channel for marketers. When the immediacy and ... -
The role of the affective domain in mathematics in Ireland: a comparative study between two cohorts of junior certificate students
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2012)A new mathematics syllabus, called Project Maths was introduced on a phased basis for all Irish post-primary schools in September 2010. Project Maths promotes active learning, student understanding of mathematical ... -
Social networking as a marketing tool: evidence from Donegal
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2013)The objective of this research was to examine social networking sites (SNSs) as a marketing tool with evidence from County Donegal. This will then help establish how valuable SNSs are for marketing by small medium ... -
Strategic marketing planning in the small business sector in Ireland
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Street Law in Ireland: The effectiveness of a Street Law programme in developing critical thinking skills amongst undergraduate law students
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018)Increasingly, there has been more expectations for Higher Education Institutions to review their curricula to ensure that critical thinking (CT) and other transferable skills are given a high priority with the intention ... -
A Study into Teachers’ Perception of Leadership Practice in Large Co-Educational Primary Schools in County Donegal, Through the Lens of Distributed Leadership
(2020-07)Leadership practice in Irish primary education is undergoing unprecedented change reflected by a major shift in educational policy with regard to in-school leadership and management. Through policy enactment there has been ... -
A study of buyer behaviour and attitudes towards functional foods and related marketing activities
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2011)Consumers have become increasingly concerned with the impact which the foods they eat have on their health. To address this issue, the food industry has developed a variety of foods that make health claims. Eating ... -
A study of buyer behaviour and attitudes towards national brands and store brands in the food industry
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2013)Purpose: The purpose of this study is to investigate how the attitudes which consumers have towards national brands and store brands in the food industry and how this influences their purchasing behaviour. Methodology: ... -
A study of the road safety authorities use of fear appeals to communicate a public health message
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2012)This dissertation provides an insight into the Road Safety Authorities (RSA) use of fear appeals to communicate a public health message. The RSA use fear appeals such as shock, threats, scare tactics and emotion to ... -
Support agencies and start-up businesses: the role of Udaras na Gaeltachta
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2011)Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) are the cornerstone of our economy. They provide approximately two thirds of private sector employment and contribute vastly to our exchequer. This study examines the support agencies ... -
Teachers Perspectives on the Effective Implementation of Social, Personal and Health Education in the Irish Primary Classroom
(Letterkenny Institute of Technology, 2018-07)The principal objective of this research is to identify primary schools teacher’s attitudes and feelings towards the effective implementation of the Social, Personal and Health Education in Irish Primary Schools. Prior to ... -
Teachers’ experiences and perspectives of continuous Professional Development in a Post Primary School.
(2020-07)Continuous professional development (CPD) of teachers has become paramount in most educational systems aimed at improving standards in schools. The purpose of this study is to explore teachers’ experiences and perspectives ...