Investigating Academic Research Culture in Public Sector Universities of Pakistan

Naoreen, Bushra; Adeeb, Muhammad

doi:10.1016/j.sbspro.2014.01.698

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“…Therefore, research activities should be central to universities in developing countries like Pakistan. In line with the experience of developed countries, the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HECP) has an extended focus on promoting research culture leading towards research activities at universities (Naoreen and Adeeb, 2014). However, despite the initiatives taken by HECP, research activities are still inadequate in universities for which an effective KM is inevitable to meet the challenges of a knowledge-based economy (Yasir et al , 2017).…”

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From knowledge management to organizational performance

Iqbal

Latif

Marimón

et al. 2019

JEIM

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to empirically investigate the effects of knowledge management (KM) enablers on KM processes in research universities and testing the direct relation between KM processes and OP. This study also proposes to examine the mediating role of intellectual capital (IC) and innovation in the relationship between KM processes and performance of universities. Design/methodology/approach Using a sample of 217 academic and administrative personnel from research universities of Pakistan, the hypothesized relationships were tested through partial least squares structural equation modeling technique. Findings The results reveal that KM enablers have a significant impact on KM processes. The results also indicate that KM processes influence organizational performance (OP) directly and indirectly through innovation and IC. Practical implications Findings of this study reinforce the corporate experience of KM and suggest how administrators of research universities and higher educational institutions can promote innovation and IC, which in turn enhance OP. Originality/value Despite the augmented importance of KM in higher education institutions or research universities, there is a dearth of studies that investigate the interplay of KM, innovation, IC and OP. This is one of the earliest studies that not only empirically investigate the interaction of KM enablers, KM processes and performance of research universities but also shed insights into the existing literature by simultaneously investigating mediating role of IC and innovation in the underlying relationship.

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From knowledge management to organizational performance

Iqbal

Latif

Marimón

et al. 2019

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“…According to Higher Education Commission of Pakistan (HECP) (2019), 209 recognized HEIs or universities are operating in both public and private sectors and engaged in advancing education in various disciplines such as science, engineering, technology, medicine, agriculture and business. Unfortunately, despite the significant efforts made by HECP in past two decades to promote research-and innovationrelated activities, HEIs of Pakistan are lagging far behind in global and regional rankings (Naoreen and Adeeb, 2014;Yasir et al, 2017). In order to cope with these challenges and achieve sustainable competitive advantage and superior organizational performance through research activities (Yasir et al, 2017) and innovation (Elrehail et al, 2018), it is inevitable for HEIs to ensure effective management of organizational knowledge (Iqbal et al, 2019).…”

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Nexus of knowledge-oriented leadership, knowledge management, innovation and organizational performance in higher education

Rehman

Iqbal

2020

BPMJ

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PurposeThe purpose of this research is to investigate the effect of knowledge-oriented leadership on organizational performance of higher education institutions (HEIs) and examine the neglected mediating role of knowledge management (KM) processes and innovation.Design/methodology/approachFollowing the quantitative and cross-sectional research design, data were collected through self-administered questionnaire from 312 faculty members of HEIs of Pakistan. The partial least squares structural equation modelling data analysis technique was applied to test the hypothesized relationships.FindingsThe results indicate that knowledge-oriented leadership has direct and positive effect on organizational performance. Moreover, the findings reveal that KM processes and innovation partially mediate the effect of knowledge-oriented leadership on organizational performance.Practical implicationsThis study underscores the imrportant role of knowledge-oriented leadership in HEIs. Findings of this research suggest that by exhibiting knowledge-oriented behaviours, managers of HEIs can effectively manage their knowledge assets, ensure successful implementation of KM processes and augment product and process innovation leading towards superior organizational performance.Originality/valueThis is amongst one of the first studies that proposes an integrated research model and examines interrelationships amongst knowledge-oriented leadership, KM processes, innovation and organizational performance in the context of HEIs.

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“…Research activities are now considered as a central function of universities in Pakistan. Higher education commission of Pakistan is focusing to promote research culture which leads to enhance research activities at universities (Naoreen and Adeeb, 2014). Despite many initiatives have been taken by higher education commission of Pakistan in respect of promoting the research environment at universities, still there is need to assess the KS behavior of faculty members which can play a vital role in promoting and developing the research culture.…”

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Nexus of knowledge-management enablers, trust and knowledge-sharing in research universities

Majid

Yasir

2017

JARHE

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Purpose The purpose of this paper is to analyze the knowledge sharing behavior of faculty members of research universities in emerging economies after considering the predicting role of knowledge management enablers and mediating role of trust. Design/methodology/approach The study was conducted through self-administered survey of faculty members of research universities in Pakistan. Correlation, causal steps approach and the normal test theory approach were used to find out the role of trust among knowledge management enablers and knowledge sharing. Findings The results showed that trust of faculty members at research universities was developed through knowledge management enablers which promote knowledge sharing. Therefore, the association between knowledge management enablers, trust and knowledge sharing is positive. Research limitations/implications The current study investigates the relationships of knowledge management enablers on knowledge sharing; future studies should be conducted as an extension of this work to find out the outcomes of this relationship such as performance of faculty members as well as effectiveness and competitive advantages of knowledge sharing. Practical implications Mediating role of trust on knowledge enablers and knowledge sharing provided that university administration and policy makers should create culture which support trust worthy relationships among faculty members where knowledge sharing could flourish. Originality/value The study confirmed the mediating effect of trust between the relationships of knowledge self-efficacy, reciprocal benefit, face to face interactive communication and knowledge sharing, while there is a partial mediating role of trust between knowledge management system infrastructure and knowledge sharing.

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Investigating Academic Research Culture in Public Sector Universities of Pakistan

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From knowledge management to organizational performance

Nexus of knowledge-oriented leadership, knowledge management, innovation and organizational performance in higher education

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