Asian Journal of Social Sciences and Management Studies

The conundrum lensing theories, models and drivers in deciphering petty delinquencies

2025-02-10T11:24:43+00:00

The professional training of foreign students is currently strongly influenced by the "mobility factor", which is why digital technologies are pivotal for shaping a future specialist. The methodological possibilities of the digital environment allow not only to provide foreign students with the necessary knowledge and skills for interaction in a multicultural space, but also systematically build various aspects of professional competence, bringing it to the level of prolonged self-development. In this study, we analyzed the current concepts of digitalization of professional training of students to select practices that are suitable for integration into the Russian higher education system. The aim of this work is to challenge the negative view of digitalization of higher professional education and define conditions for the reform of the content of the professional training of foreign students. The following research methods were used: 1) review of the relevant literature; 2) analysis of modern pedagogical practices of teaching foreign students in remote conditions; 3) analysis of statistical data evaluating the state of digitalization of professional training in a university. As a result, we identified three groups of concepts for the digitalization of professional training: 1) self-regulated learning; 2) supportive learning; 3) generating learning. Despite the existing practical and methodological limitations, the latter appears to be the most promising.

Higher education at the crossroads: What it takes to lead in an era of disruption

2025-05-02T09:22:50+00:00

This is the era of the industrial revolution; an era where disruptive technologies reign. Challenges within higher education have come to a crossroads due to disruptive technologies, 21st-century skills, globalization, and global competition. Thus, higher education needs to be redeveloped to improve the educational system in the era of disruption. The method used in this research is a qualitative method that consists of the study of literature in the field. The purpose of this research is to identify and analyze the disruptive technologies, such as artificial intelligence and virtual reality, that are challenging education and to rethink the way to design educational products, satisfy customers, and generate revenue for higher education to reap bottom-line benefits. To reinvent higher education, this research suggests that the management and the educators at higher education embrace a culture that promotes constant transformation, invest in manpower that will play a strategic role in managing disruption, and design workspaces that inspire creativity for the educators and the students as well as lead their innovation. This research incorporates the triple bottom line theory, introduced to measure performance. The theory's idea is to promote sustainability as well as gain profits from business ventures. Thus, higher education is to be viewed as a business venture, and its human capital (manpower and students) needs to be sustained in a sustainable environment. This research outlines how we should manage and utilize disruptive technologies against human capital to reap benefits in higher education and achieve bottom-line benefits.

Is the auditor truly a watchman or a gate keeper in Nigeria?

2025-06-21T10:28:09+00:00

This study conceptually appraised the legal and regulatory instruments that created the Internal Audit Unit in the Nigeria Public Sector finance and the environmental operational analysis of the Internal Audit as well as the offices of the Auditors-General of the States and the Federation. Also, the perception of fraudulent practices among staff of MDAs has necessitated this study to ascertain if the Internal Auditor is really a Watchman or Gatekeeper in line with Section 85(5) of the 1999 Nigerian Constitution as amended. The study employed conceptual review of the extant laws, circulars and related studies on the subject matter. The study revealed the lack of independence and security for the Auditors, ambiguous clauses prone to manipulation by officials in the current laws regulating the public sector financial operation and the offices of the Internal Auditor and Auditor-General. The study recommends the establishment of Audit Service Commission to handle operational matters relating to recruitment, training, and welfare, disciple of Internal Auditors and staff of the Auditors-General in Nigeria. Also review of the Audit Act, the Financial Regulation Law and other extant laws to guarantee Auditors independence, capacity and capability to detect and report fraudulent practices in the Public Sector finance management.

Times higher education’s administrative influence on tertiary education in Thailand: A comparative content analytical study

2025-06-21T11:05:00+00:00

This study comparatively investigates the impact of Times Higher Education (THE) rankings on tertiary education administration in Thailand, with a specific focus on the strategic management of higher education institutions. The research aims to understand THE's ranking criteria and their influence on administrative decisions, as well as the implications for university governance and leadership. Ten Thai universities were carefully selected and evaluated based on THE's World University Ranking and Impact Ranking criteria, which assess institutions' performance across teaching, research, industry collaboration, international outlook, and their contributions to the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Data was collected from THE's official website. The findings of this research suggest that: Universities that prioritize research quality and international outlook tend to perform better in THE's World University Ranking; Institutions that focus on SDG-related research and outreach are more likely to excel in THE's Impact Ranking; Thai universities that adopt best practices in educational administration, such as strategic planning and resource allocation, are more likely to improve their THE rankings. By identifying effective administrative strategies, this research can inform policy decisions and support universities in achieving their goals, ultimately contributing to the development of a more competitive and sustainable higher education system in Thailand.

Confucian ethical leadership, social-environmental CSR, and innovation in China: Transforming virtues into strategic value

2025-06-21T11:12:10+00:00

This study examines how Confucian ethical leadership—grounded in the virtues of ren (benevolence), yi (righteousness), and he (harmony)—shapes corporate innovation in China, with social-environmental corporate social responsibility (CSR) as a strategic mediator. Data were collected from 151 case samples of Confucian-oriented firms in China using a case survey method, and hierarchical regression analysis was employed for hypothesis testing. Confucian ethical leadership directly enhance corporate innovation and social-environmental CSR, while social-environmental CSR partially mediates the ethics-innovation relationship. The results highlight the dual role of Confucian ethics in driving both social-environmental CSR and innovation, demonstrating social-environmental CSR as a relational infrastructure for translating ethical governance into innovation outcomes. This research highlights the practical benefits of integrating Confucian ethics into corporate management for Chinese business leaders. By fostering harmonious stakeholder relationships and prioritizing social-environmental CSR, leaders can enhance corporate innovation and secure a competitive edge in today’s dynamic global markets. The companies and educational institutions should incorporate Confucian ethics into executive training curricula to cultivate future leaders.