In this paper we consider the inter-relationships between FDI, wage rates and labour productivity levels in China. We develop a system of equations and test it using panel data at China's provincial level. Our result confirms the cheap labour argument for China, but the nexus between the three...

This paper reports regression results identifying the variables influencing a country's performance in international soccer games. The results reveal that economic, demographic, cultural and climatic factors are important. In particular, inverted U-shape relationships are identified with respect...

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to identify the most potent internal resources of a firm that contribute to the CSR agenda. Design/methodology/approach – The study adopts a quantitative approach to analyze Malaysian companies. A scorecard is devised according to the Global Reporting...

Purpose – This paper aims to demonstrate the degree of dissimilarities among Chinese individuals' value profiles by using data collected from Shanghai and Hong Kong. Design/methodology/approach – The shortened version of the Rokeach Value Survey for consumer research by Munson and McQuarrie...