Purpose Environmental concerns are rapidly increasing in the industries across the world. They are a more serious issue, especially, in the developing countries due to the prevalence of old practices and outdated technology. The purpose of this paper is to understand the role of institutional pressure and environmental orientation of the firm in adopting green supply chain management (GSCM) practices, and thereon the effect of GSCM on the firm’s performance. Design/methodology/approach By employing survey methodology using purposive sampling technique, the data were collected from 229 respondents who were working as supply chain management professionals in various manufacturing firms. The hypotheses were tested through partial least square structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM). Findings The findings reveal that both institutional pressures and environmental orientation significantly impact GSCM practices. The result further shows that GSCM practices have a positive effect on the environmental and economic performance as well as customer effectiveness. Originality/value Industries in the developing economies like Pakistan are reluctant to implement GSCM practices due to the perception of ambiguous financial implications. This study signifies that institutional pressures act as an effective driving force for change management and compliance.

Geography learning is meaningless if it is not followed by the development of students' spatial thinking ability. Research aimed to 1) determine the effect of earthcomm learning and conventional learning on geography learning outcomes, 2) find out the effect of spatial thinking ability on geography learning outcomes, 3) find out the interaction between the application of earthcomm learning and spatial thinking ability on geography learning outcomes. Research used a quasi-experimental non-equivalent control group design. The research sample was taken from three high schools in Malang City, Indonesia. Geography learning outcomes data were obtained from paper-based test and spatial thinking ability data obtained from spatial thinking test instruments. Data were analyzed using Two Way ANOVA test using SPSS devices. The results of the research, 1) there is an effect of the application of learning to students’ geography learning outcomes, 2) there is an influence of the ability of spatial thinking on geography learning outcomes, 3) there is no interaction between the application of learning and spatial thinking on geography learning outcomes. Efforts to improve learning outcomes and spatial thinking ability are needed by students to face the challenges of global competition. Keywords: Earthcomm learning model, geography learning, geography learning outcome, quasi experimental, spatial thinking ability.

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to develop a distinctive formula (framework) for micro-enterprise success. As the success of micro-enterprise is under debate from many decades, however, the researchers and entrepreneurs are unable to find the unique factor to develop a comprehensive framework. Design/Methodology/Approach: The current study is based on conceptual framework. Prior studies are used to develop the framework and hypothesis. Moreover, conclusion is based on literature review. Findings: It is investigated that, microfinance factors (i.e., micro-credit and micro-training) has a positive relationship with micro-enterprise success. However, among all other microfinance factors (i.e., micro-saving, micro-insurance, social capital), micro-credit and micro-training have relatively higher effect on microenterprise performance followed by a level of education. Moreover, it is found that education mediates the relation between microfinance factors and micro-enterprise success. Implications/Originality/Value: This study contributed to the body of knowledge by developing a micro-enterprise success formula for researchers and entrepreneurs, which ultimately improve the performance of micro-enterprises. Hence, the current study is beneficial for microfinance institutions and other practitioners to enhance micro-enterprise success.

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membuktikan pengaruh Work-Life Balance dan stres kerja terhadap turnover intention dimediasi kepuasan kerja Account officer Bank Syariah di Kota Medan. Lokasi penelitian ini berada di Kota Medan dengan subyek penelitian adalah Bank Syariah di Kota Medan, Populasi penelitian ini berjumlah 150 Account Officer, dengan teknik pengambilan sampel menggunakan Probability Sampling dengan teknik simple random sampling, penentuan sampel menggunakan rumus Slovin. Teknik analisa data dalam penelitian ini menggunakan path analysis. Hasil Penelitian secara parsial menunjukkan bahwa Work life balance dan Stres kerja berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap kepuasan kerja, Work life balance dan stress kerja berpengaruh positif dan signifikan terhadap turnover intention, Kepuasan kerja berpengaruh negatif dan signifikan terhadap turnover intention. Work life balance berpengaruh secara langsung terhadap turnover intention tanpa melalui kepuasan kerja, kepuasan kerja bukan variabel intervening, Stres kerja berpengaruh secara langsung terhadap turnover intention tanpa melalui kepuasan kerja, kepuasan kerja bukan variabel intervening.

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This study aims to: (1) find out whether there is an effect of Current Ratio (CR) on Return On Assets (ROA), (2) find out whether there is an effect of Debt Equity Ratio (DER) on Return On Assets (ROA), (3) find out whether there is an effect of Total Asset Turnover (TATO) on Return On Assets (ROA), (4) knowing whether there is an effect of Current Ratio (CR), Debt Equity Ratio (DER) and Total Asset Turnover (TATO) simultaneously on Return On Assets ( ROA) The approach taken is an associative approach. The population in this study is the Advertising, Printing, and Media Sub-Sector Companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange for the period 2014-2018. Samples were taken using purposive sampling method, in order to obtain 7 companies as samples. And using multiple linear regression analysis method, classical assumption test, t test (partial test), f test (simultaneous test) and the coefficient of determination with the help of SPSS software (Statistical Product and Service Solutions).

This article traces the new channels of communication being used as intercultural communication tool to enhance the existing bond of friendship between China and Pakistan, the oldest strategic allies in the region. The study explores government initiatives, academic programs and projects aimed at promoting Chinese language and culture in Pakistan to boost cross-cultural communication. The horizon of China's cultural communication in Pakistan is being expanded by teaching Chinese language like utilizing new media tools such as video conferencing and radio broadcasts technology. The paper covers the various aspects of the roles different organization are playing to empower cultural communication channels such as Confucius Institute, China Radio International, Pakistan China Institute, National University of Modern Languages and Chinese Diplomatic Mission in Pakistan. This paper is highly significant as it helps to know the strategic measures that China is taking to strengthen the bilateral ties with Pakistan, especially people to people contacts, through intercultural communication tools.