https://www.gmsrjournal.com Global Management Sciences Review (GMSR) is published by Humanity Publications - HumaPub, a UK based Publication House in research and analytics, that assists researchers in advancing research outcomes for societal benefit. en-us 2026 Global Management Sciences Review. All rights reserved. Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:05:44 +0000 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 22:05:44 +0000 1800 https://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-effect-of-corporate-social-responsibility-on-employees-organizational-commitment-the-central-role-of-organizational-identification https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-effect-of-corporate-social-responsibility-on-employees-organizational-commitment-the-central-role-of-organizational-identification This study investigates the effect of Corporate Social Responsibility on Employee’s Organizational commitment with the mediation of Employee's Organizational Identification. All the hypothesis and inferences are drawn upon Social Identity theory and Self-Categorization theory. Data were collected through a self-administered questionnaire from a sample of 207 employees of the telecommunication industry. This data was further sorted and analyzed using Structural Equation Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Sangeen https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-training-on-office-staff-performance-mediating-role-of-satisfaction-and-motivation https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-training-on-office-staff-performance-mediating-role-of-satisfaction-and-motivation The achievements and success of any organization depends on the standard of its human resources.Training programs is a powerful tool between the practices of Human resource management that helpto develop skill and knowledge of the staff in an institution. This research study examines that theimpact of training on office staff performance on clerical staff performance in a higher educationinstitution in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Moreover, the study also finds whether S and WM mediate therelationship am Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Afraseyab Khattak https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/chinese-interests-in-pakistan-a-study-in-regional-perspective https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/chinese-interests-in-pakistan-a-study-in-regional-perspective The present study is an effort to analyze the mode and intensity of Chinese interests in Pakistan. By examining the policy of pursuit in finding another market in the region, the study aims to understand the current warmth of the relationship between China and Pakistan. Although maintaining a perpetually friendly relationship with China has always been a cornerstone of Pakistan’s foreign policy, yet strengthening this relationship into a structured partnership remained Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad Amir https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-authentic-leadership-organizational-culture-on-employees-job-satisfaction https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-authentic-leadership-organizational-culture-on-employees-job-satisfaction This study aimed to investigate the link between flexible-oriented culture and job satisfaction. It analyzedthe data collected by 571 individuals who work for a private organization. The study focused on the factorsthat influence the commitment of employees in the service sector in Bangladesh. Some of these include team orientation,transformational leadership, and stability. The study also identified various factors that can influence a service sectoremployee's commitment. These findings will he Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Zargham https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/examining-etiological-connection-between-antisocial-behavior-and-moral-disengagement-evidence-from-tourism-hospitality-sector https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/examining-etiological-connection-between-antisocial-behavior-and-moral-disengagement-evidence-from-tourism-hospitality-sector It is estimated that by 2025, tourism & hospitality sector will contribute US$7.1 billion (₨ 1 trillion) to the economy of Pakistan. However, one can only attach such high hopes to this sector when human resource in this sector displays prosocial behavior to both domestic and foreign tourists. The objective of the study is to examine the level of antisocial behavior of the managers working in this sector and test its relationship with moral disengagement. We also examine Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Amna https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/The-Job-Satisfaction-among-Female-Police-Officials-in-National-Highways-and-Motorway-Police-Issues-and-Opportunities https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/The-Job-Satisfaction-among-Female-Police-Officials-in-National-Highways-and-Motorway-Police-Issues-and-Opportunities Job satisfaction form women especially in unconventional sectors is an important area to explore. The paper tried to find out whether female officials are satisfied with their job or not. The study employed the mix method approach with open-ended and close-ended questionnaire. A total of 49 participants, including chief patrol officers to junior patrol officers, were selected through systematic random sampling. The findings indicated that overall females are satisfied, therefore very high job re Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Syed https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/do-institutional-investors-affect-stock-market-liquidity-the-moderating-role-of-firm-size-in-fuel-and-energy-sector-of-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/do-institutional-investors-affect-stock-market-liquidity-the-moderating-role-of-firm-size-in-fuel-and-energy-sector-of-pakistan The current study is unique due to the consideration of firm size that is moderator variable between Institutional Investors and stock market liquidity in Fuel and Energy sector of Pakistan Stock Exchange because majority of the previous studies have been used SZ as a control variable. The secondary panel data of the sample firms for a period of 10 years (2009-2018) have been analyzed through Gretel software while multiple regression and moderation has been applied. The study concludes that SZ, Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-managers-voice-solicitation-on-leadermember-exchange-with-the-mediating-role-of-employees-voice-behavior-and-emotional-exhaustion https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-managers-voice-solicitation-on-leadermember-exchange-with-the-mediating-role-of-employees-voice-behavior-and-emotional-exhaustion Employees' voice plays a vital role in enhancing organizational achievements. Despite its vitality, existing literature provides that managers usually demonstrate reduced voice solicitation. This study attempts to find the likely effects of managers' reluctance toward employees' voice. Furthermore, employees who cannot raise their voice may suffer from emotional exhaustion, which in turn can lower their perception of Leader-member exchange (LMX). The extant research was carried out on a sample o Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Sadaf https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/iinvestigating-investment-inflation-tradeopenness-and-economic-progress-nexus-for-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/iinvestigating-investment-inflation-tradeopenness-and-economic-progress-nexus-for-pakistan Since inflation and trade openness rate are considered as critical measure of an economy's health. This article analyze the relation of Economic growth with Investment, Inflation and Trade Openness of Pakistan for 1970- 2019. The policy guide lines from analysis include promotion of policies to increase Investment and Trade-openness in short and long-terms. The study used ARDL bound-testing for long-term and Un-Restricted-Error Correction techniques to discover short-term interrelation amongst a Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Aftab https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-transformational-and-transactional-leadership-styles-on-employee-performance-with-mediating-effect-of-affective-commitment-a-study-of-banking-sector-of-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-transformational-and-transactional-leadership-styles-on-employee-performance-with-mediating-effect-of-affective-commitment-a-study-of-banking-sector-of-pakistan The research was escorted to probe the correlation between leadership styles on employee production through the mediation of Affective commitment in the National Bank of Pakistan. Simple random sampling was used to carry out the research using structured questionnaires, which were adopted from other researchers studies. The questionnaires were based on a five-point Likert scale measuring all variables.144 questionnaires were distributed among middle-level employees of the National Bank of Pakist Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Touqeer Ahmed https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/following-in-the-footsteps-an-empirical-model-of-leadersignaled-knowledge-hiding-by-subordinates https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/following-in-the-footsteps-an-empirical-model-of-leadersignaled-knowledge-hiding-by-subordinates Knowledge hiding depresses outcomes at the individual, team, and organizational levels, yet its causes are not sufficiently studied. This research studied numerous vital antecedents of knowledge hiding that are previously not examined together. We used social learning theory to explain the mechanism and conditions that induce knowledge hiding. The three-phased data were collected from 121 sales and marketing employees working in life insurance companies of Pakistan through an online survey using Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Zunaira Mahmood https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/vacillate-the-performance-of-textile-sector-after-the-merger-a-case-of-shahzad-textile-mills-limited-stm https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/vacillate-the-performance-of-textile-sector-after-the-merger-a-case-of-shahzad-textile-mills-limited-stm Before and after the merger of Shahzad Textile Mills Limited (STM), the financial performance of the company was analyzed. The analysis was carried out using 12 vital ratios and the financial statements for eight years (2008-2016). After getting the results of pre and post-merger (short-run) and post-merger long-run analysis forecasting was done from 2017-2020 which will help management to eliminate uncertainty in future. The analysis was carried out to eliminate the uncertainty in the future. T Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Zargham https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/ecommerce-adoption-enablers-within-small-and-mediumsized-enterprises-in-punjab https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/ecommerce-adoption-enablers-within-small-and-mediumsized-enterprises-in-punjab The purpose of this research is to examine the influence of e-commerce on Small and Medium–Medium-sized enterprises in Punjab a province of Pakistan. There is resistance to the adoption of e-commerce in certain parts of underdeveloped countries, even though the most successful companies have adopted e-commerce and gained increasing success. This study describes the drivers for e-commerce adoption and investigates the benefits obtained by the companies when they adopt e-commerce. The target Thu, 14 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Salah Ud Din https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-impact-of-financial-inclusion-on-the-economic-growth-of-pakistan-evidence-from-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-impact-of-financial-inclusion-on-the-economic-growth-of-pakistan-evidence-from-pakistan The core objective of this research work is to explorer the link of financial inclusion with the economic growth of Pakistan. The data for this research is too collected from the time period of 2010 – 2021. The main dependent variable of this research study is economic growth (% GPD OF Pakistan). Financial inclusion was measure through the financial inclusion indicator. The research works found that financial inclusion has positive and significant influence on economic growth. The research Fri, 17 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/directive-leadership-skills-and-visionary-leadership-skills-impact-of-inservice-training-among-educational-managers-of-punjab https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/directive-leadership-skills-and-visionary-leadership-skills-impact-of-inservice-training-among-educational-managers-of-punjab The current quantitative study aimed to determine the impact of Quaid-e-Azam Academy for Educational Development (QAED) in-service training on the directive leadership skills of educational managers from the Punjab province. The study sample was 359 through a random sampling technique from the Punjab province. Data were collected through adopted questionnaires from indicators of QAED used during in-service training sessions. A Google form was designed based on a five-point Likert scale to get on Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-entrepreneurship-on-exports-in-developing-countries https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-entrepreneurship-on-exports-in-developing-countries Entrepreneurship plays an important role in shaping a country’s economy, particularly in developing countries where it has an effect on export performance. Entrepreneurship fosters innovation, identifies new market opportunities, and improves productivity, which helps in expanding exports. This study investigates the impact of entrepreneurship on exports in developing countries. For this purpose, panel data has been taken from the year 2001 to 2020. Generalized method of moments (GMM), Fix Thu, 04 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/nexus-among-administrative-environmental-innovation-and-firm-financial-performance https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/nexus-among-administrative-environmental-innovation-and-firm-financial-performance This paper explores the effect of administrative environmental innovation (AEI) on firm financial performance (FFP) by considering the dynamic capability theory and resource-based view. Specifically, this study tests the linkages between administrative environmental innovation (AEI) and firm financial performance (FFP)by using worldwide data from 685 companies from 42 countries for the period 2004 to 2020. In the final sample, we have 4368 year-annual observations.  In this study, AEI is se Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Mudassar https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/examining-the-mediating-influence-of-credibility-linking-with-influencer-marketing-and-online-customer-reviews-on-customer-purchase-decision https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/examining-the-mediating-influence-of-credibility-linking-with-influencer-marketing-and-online-customer-reviews-on-customer-purchase-decision This paper focuses on the effects of influencer marketing and online customer reviews on customer purchasing decisions. Quantitative data was collected from 300 respondents and analyzed through SPSS. Process Macro was used to analyze the relations and mediation effects between the variables. The literature review indicates the increasing relevance of digital marketing and the impact of influencer marketing and online customer reviews on customer purchase decisions. Online customer reviews presen Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Zar https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/quantitative-study-on-the-impact-of-green-marketing-strategies-on-consumer-purchase-intentions-in-pakistans-fmcg-sector https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/quantitative-study-on-the-impact-of-green-marketing-strategies-on-consumer-purchase-intentions-in-pakistans-fmcg-sector This study investigates the influence of green marketing strategies on consumer purchase intentions within Pakistan's fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector using a quantitative research design. Anchored in the Theory of Planned Behavior and the Green Brand Equity Model, the study examines how green advertising, eco-labeling, digital marketing, and green branding affect green brand image, green brand trust, and ultimately, purchase intentions. It also explores the moderating roles of consumer Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Mannan Pervaiz https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/steering-sustainable-development-via-prudent-policy-interventions-an-investigation-into-the-efficacy-of-fiscal-policy-interventions-on-sustainable-developed-of-a-developing-economy https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/steering-sustainable-development-via-prudent-policy-interventions-an-investigation-into-the-efficacy-of-fiscal-policy-interventions-on-sustainable-developed-of-a-developing-economy This study examines the effects of fiscal policy on Pakistan's economic dynamics, using data for GDP, government spending, budget deficit, tax revenue, and unemployment from Pakistan's Economic Survey (ESP) and the World Development Indicators (WDI) from 1990 to 2022. The study applies VECM and Johansen Cointegration methods within a theoretical and empirical framework. The results reveal long-term cointegration between GDP and fiscal indicators, particularly government spending and tax revenues Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Aneesa https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/role-of-the-world-bank-in-land-digitalization-in-punjab-an-analysis https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/role-of-the-world-bank-in-land-digitalization-in-punjab-an-analysis This paper analyzes the World Bank–funded Computerization of Land Records Management and Information Systems (CLRMIS) project in Punjab, Pakistan, which aimed to overhaul the corrupt Patwari system. With a budget of $45.5 million, the project introduced a centralized digital land database, biometric verification, and over 150 Arazi Record Centers (ARCs). These reforms improved administrative efficiency, reduced transaction costs and time, and enhanced public trust in land services. The cre Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/role-of-gender-diversity-in-explaining-financial-distress-a-dynamic-panel-data-approach https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/role-of-gender-diversity-in-explaining-financial-distress-a-dynamic-panel-data-approach The purpose of the paper is to examine how board gender diversity can be used to explain financial distress over the span of 9 years, from 2013 to 2021, using a sample of 58 non-financial companies listed publicly on the Pakistani equity market. The study employs the dynamic generalized method of moment estimator, using the Altman Z-score model as a proxy for financial distress, where a higher Z-score indicates lower distress. Findings reveal that gender diversity on boards improves board perfor Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Fahim https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-wellbeingattrition-link-quantifying-the-human-cost-of-integration-stress-evidence-from-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-wellbeingattrition-link-quantifying-the-human-cost-of-integration-stress-evidence-from-pakistan The research examines the vital role of employee well-being as a predictor of voluntary turnover in the post-merger and acquisition (M&A) context in the constantly changing business environment of Pakistan. The research is based on the tenets of the conservation of resources theory. A prospective research design was used, and data was gathered from 380 employees in three organizations in Pakistan operating in the banking and telecom sectors. The logistic regression analysis showed that pre-m Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Adnan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-sustainability-approaches-on-organizational-economic-performance-intervening-role-of-quality-and-innovative-performance https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-sustainability-approaches-on-organizational-economic-performance-intervening-role-of-quality-and-innovative-performance The idea of corporate sustainability practices has received a lot of attention from management analysts and scholars because it has been shown to have a positive effect on organizational performance. The aim of this study was to find whether QP and IP mediates the relationship between sustainability practices and organizational economic performance. To investigate the specified relationship, Purposive sampling was used to select 227 employees from the banking to participate in this study. Data w Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Afraseyab Khattak https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-moderating-role-of-information-asymmetry-in-the-relationship-between-stock-market-liquidity-and-institutional-investors-a-case-of-textile-sector-in-pakistan-stock-exchange https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-moderating-role-of-information-asymmetry-in-the-relationship-between-stock-market-liquidity-and-institutional-investors-a-case-of-textile-sector-in-pakistan-stock-exchange The study focused on the moderation role of information asymmetry (IA) that plays a vital role between Stock market liquidity (SML) and Institutional investors (I.I) in textile sector of Pakistan stock exchange (PSX). Among total population of 155 companies, a sample of 150 textile companies is chosen with the help of convenient sampling technique for a period of 10 years (2009-2018). The results of Pre-moderation panel data regression analysis show that there is insignificant effect of I.I on S Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/An-Intention-to-Select-Entrepreneurship-as-a-Career-Choice-A-Case-of-Undergraduate-Students-Enrolled-in-Entrepreneurship-Programs https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/An-Intention-to-Select-Entrepreneurship-as-a-Career-Choice-A-Case-of-Undergraduate-Students-Enrolled-in-Entrepreneurship-Programs This paper examines the entrepreneurial orientation amongst the students acquiring entrepreneurial education at center for entrepreneurial development at IBA Karachi. This research contributes to the literature through its theoretical model, which tests entrepreneurial intention of undergraduate students through Smart PLS 3.0. A quantitative research method has been adopted. Entrepreneurial skills & competencies and entrepreneurial knowledge are taken as independent variables. Entrepreneuria Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Shahid https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/relevance-of-leverage-and-profitability-in-riskreturn-paradox-a-study-from-pakistan-stock-exchange https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/relevance-of-leverage-and-profitability-in-riskreturn-paradox-a-study-from-pakistan-stock-exchange The purpose of this investigation has to investigate the degree of relevance of these components in the domain of asset pricing by augmenting the basic FF-5 factor model with leverage and profitability that whether leverage-profitability dumping portfolios capturing the return by this model. We performed the five-factor model of Fama-French to capture the joint effect of variables and augmented it with leverage and profitability for the Pakistani market utilizing current periodic month-to-month Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad Ramzan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/a-conceptual-analysis-of-training-and-development-programs-its-benefits-for-employees-and-organizations https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/a-conceptual-analysis-of-training-and-development-programs-its-benefits-for-employees-and-organizations This paper conceptually evaluates and analyzes secondary data about the benefits associated with training and development programs conducted for employees by their organizations. Firstly, the elements and structure of training and development programs are investigated, and the benefits of these programs are presented. For most of the organizations, success or failure highly depends on their employees; therefore, employees are the esteemed assets of organizations, whether the organizations are la Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/exploring-the-marketing-analytics-practices-in-cement-industry-a-case-study-approach-for-a-cement-company-associated-with-indigenous-conglomerate https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/exploring-the-marketing-analytics-practices-in-cement-industry-a-case-study-approach-for-a-cement-company-associated-with-indigenous-conglomerate The dawn of 4th industrial evolution (4.0) in emerging economies, has been a paradigm shift for data consumption in cement companies, where value input from marketing analytics is apparent but holistic understanding is lacking. The cement industry is facing problems in terms of utilising the benefit from marketing analytics reservoirs, at the organisational level, by taking initiatives, depicting issues and remedial steps, and projecting the future possibilities. The objective of this research w Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Imran https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-mediating-role-of-knowledge-sharing-attitude-among-academic-staff-at-higher-education-institutions-in-the-relationship-between-organizational-learning-environment-and-teacher-knowledge-sharing-int https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-mediating-role-of-knowledge-sharing-attitude-among-academic-staff-at-higher-education-institutions-in-the-relationship-between-organizational-learning-environment-and-teacher-knowledge-sharing-int This study aims to explore the attitude of faculty members in the universities towards knowledge sharing (KS). The study also analyzed the impact of the organizational learning environment (OLE) on the knowledge-sharing attitude among the university is teaching staff. An empirical model is developed while an integrated theory of Planned Behavior (PB) to conceptualize the Knowledge Sharing Behavior among the employees of Higher Education Institutions (HEI). Moreover, the study recognizes the leve Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Aneela Syed https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-influence-of-electronic-service-quality-dimensions-on-consumer-etrust-an-ecommerce-perspective https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-influence-of-electronic-service-quality-dimensions-on-consumer-etrust-an-ecommerce-perspective A research model has been developed to study the relationship between e-service quality domains and consumer e-trust. A survey method was used to gather data. The online consumers were the unit of analysis. For checking reliability and measurement model validity, we go through confirmatory factor analysis. The technique of structural equation modelling was also used. The result presented that e-trust has been affected by all the e-s-qual dimensions. Some recommendations for further studies are t Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Kiran https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/challenges-faced-by-teachers-while-adopting-digital-pedagogy-during-covid19-pandemic-in-pakistani-universities https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/challenges-faced-by-teachers-while-adopting-digital-pedagogy-during-covid19-pandemic-in-pakistani-universities Impacts of COVID-19 caused an immediate shut down in higher education worldwide. However, in response, higher education sectors adopted instructional technologies and shifted face to face classes into online classes. This sudden and unexpected transition challenged teachers, particularly in developing countries like Pakistan. This study aimed to explore teachers’ teaching challenges during the pandemic. Data for the research were collected from three Pakistani universit Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Najeeb https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-impact-of-proactive-career-behavior-on-subjective-career-success-of-employees-the-moderating-role-of-career-mentoring https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-impact-of-proactive-career-behavior-on-subjective-career-success-of-employees-the-moderating-role-of-career-mentoring The study and the nature of the research define proactive career behavior and subjective career success,which have a positive relationship when an employee thinks about his/her career and its success of it. A survey was conducted with a sample size of 200. The questionnaires was filled by the employees of different firms,educational institutions, and organizations in which there were three variables one was proactive career behavior, the second was subjective career success, and the third was me Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Arishma https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-corporate-social-responsibility-on-the-financial-performance-of-islamic-banks-evidence-from-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-corporate-social-responsibility-on-the-financial-performance-of-islamic-banks-evidence-from-pakistan This study investigate the corporate social responsibilities and their effect on the financial performance of Pakistani and Malaysian Islamic banks, as well as to compare the CSR practices of both of these countries. The research was conducted using quantitative methods, and the sample consisted of four banks from Pakistan's neighboring countries as well as eight full-fledged Islamic financial institutions. In the Pakistani study, a representative sample was drawn from the entire population of b Fri, 17 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Shah https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-macro-and-micro-economic-variables-on-volatility-of-stock-prices-empirical-evidence-from-pakistans-cement-industry https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-macro-and-micro-economic-variables-on-volatility-of-stock-prices-empirical-evidence-from-pakistans-cement-industry The stock market is the instrument employed for the efficient use and accessibility of funds. The study looks at the macro and micro factors that influence how volatile stock market prices might be. The CPI, which measures inflation, EPS, or earnings per share, GDP, or gross domestic product, and ROE, or return on asset, are the macro variables examined in this study. One considers the stock price to be a dependent variable. The Pakistan Stock Exchange's (PSX) list of cement sector businesses is Thu, 14 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Lala https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/toward-digital-resilience-strategies-for-promoting-positive-mental-health-in-the-age-of-social-media https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/toward-digital-resilience-strategies-for-promoting-positive-mental-health-in-the-age-of-social-media The advent of social media may be considered as the most profound modification in communication patterns, particularly among young people. This research elucidates the tie between social media use and the mental health performance of young adults from a public health perspective. The study showed relationship between social media engagement and mental well-being is quite complex. Besides, positive social relationships and social support were found among online communities, analyzing the given re Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Shahid https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/leadership-dynamics-and-organizational-performance-the-critical-role-of-employee-motivation-in-smes https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/leadership-dynamics-and-organizational-performance-the-critical-role-of-employee-motivation-in-smes The purpose of this research is to analyze the impact of leadership as a management strategy on motivation and organizational performance in SMEs. Employing a quantitative research approach under the overall umbrellaof positivism, the study aimed at reaching managerial employees working in SMEs, despite their significance for the economy and constant management and motivation issues. The participants were 350 managerial professionals, forming a growing population to maximize statistical reliabil Thu, 04 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Shahid https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/relationship-between-social-media-marketing-of-food-and-health-of-youth https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/relationship-between-social-media-marketing-of-food-and-health-of-youth Social media is now a strong tool for promoting goods and influencing consumer behavior in the food business. Social media marketing for food has an influence that goes beyond simply increasing brand awareness of eatables. It influences our preferences, decisions, and even our health. Globally active social media platforms have billions of users giving food enterprises a large audience. This study aims to quantify the results of social media marketing. To acquire data, rational and inventive met Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Ashraf https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/fostering-environmental-performance-via-green-human-resource-management-green-transformational-leadership-and-green-innovation-in-the-construction-industry-of-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/fostering-environmental-performance-via-green-human-resource-management-green-transformational-leadership-and-green-innovation-in-the-construction-industry-of-pakistan Through green innovation, green transformational leadership, and green human resource management, this study assesses sustainable business performance in Pakistan's construction sector. Data was collected from ten small and medium-sized manufacturing companies through a questionnaire. To analyze the data, we used partial least squares for structural equation modeling. According to the study's findings, sustainable business performance is significantly impacted by GHRM. The link between sustainab Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Sheraz https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/integrating-ebikes-and-nonmotorized-transport-for-sustainable-urban-mobility-a-pathway-to-achieving-sdg-112-in-hyderabad-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/integrating-ebikes-and-nonmotorized-transport-for-sustainable-urban-mobility-a-pathway-to-achieving-sdg-112-in-hyderabad-pakistan The urbanization process within Pakistan, together with other developing nations, has caused severe transportation problems, resulting in traffic congestion and air pollution and creating uneven mobility access across different areas. This research analyzes how electric bikes (e-bikes) and non-motorized transport (NMT) methods can boost sustainable urban accessibility and livability within Hyderabad, Pakistan, according to Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 11.2. Through surveys, spatial analysi Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Uzma https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-influence-of-green-marketing-on-pakistani-consumers-purchasing-decisions https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-influence-of-green-marketing-on-pakistani-consumers-purchasing-decisions The purpose of this paper is to study the effect of green marketing, advertising, and sustainable packaging on customer purchasing activities. By exploring the impact of advertising, and packaging on consumers' buying behavior, this paper contributes to practical implications for firms that intend to use effective sustainable marketing strategies in emerging economies. A positivist methodological framework was used for the data collection and analysis. The sample size for this research consists Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Zargham Ullah https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/organizational-performance-through-digital-marketing-evidence-from-pakistani-small-and-medium-enterprises https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/organizational-performance-through-digital-marketing-evidence-from-pakistani-small-and-medium-enterprises This research examines how digital marketing strategies influence the organizational display of SME’s in the Punjab, Pakistan.  The data was collected from small and medium-sized managers across multiple sectors in the province. The analysis focuses on three primary digital marketing strategies, including social media, SMS, and email marketing. Comparatively, organizational performance is evaluated by measuring profitability, customer acquisition, and business growth.  Among the Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Zargham https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/from-blaming-the-job-to-selfreflection-the-role-of-personal-demands-in-triggering-the-healthimpairment-process-of-the-job-demandsresources-theory https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/from-blaming-the-job-to-selfreflection-the-role-of-personal-demands-in-triggering-the-healthimpairment-process-of-the-job-demandsresources-theory This study examines the role of personal demands in the health-impairment process of the Job Demands-Resources (JD-R) theory. Personal demands, such as workaholism, self-criticism, and awfulizing, are internal pressures and maladaptive striving. Job demands such as cognitive, quantitative, and learning demands mediate the association between personal demands and emotional exhaustion. Emotional exhaustion mediates the relationship between job demands and job performance, as measured at both the t Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Ahmad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/an-integrated-policy-framework-for-womenled-social-entrepreneurship-in-balochistan-islamic-business-and-the-great-female-heritage-hazrat-khadijah-ra https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/an-integrated-policy-framework-for-womenled-social-entrepreneurship-in-balochistan-islamic-business-and-the-great-female-heritage-hazrat-khadijah-ra The research work offers a policy framework for female social entrepreneurs and nation builders in Balochistan. The gender imbalance and development needs of Balochistan demand findings that are meaningful, theory-based, and action plan-oriented, as indicated by research. The research used explanatory sequential mixed methods to meet these objectives. The researcher used the concept of Islamic business and the great female heritage, Hazrat Khadijah (RA), to create a motivation-based paradigm and Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Khuram https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/a-systematic-inquiry-of-media-efficacy-in-pakistan-with-respect-to-government-accountability https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/a-systematic-inquiry-of-media-efficacy-in-pakistan-with-respect-to-government-accountability This research article was intended for finding the role of media in fostering government accountability in Pakistan. Furthermore, the mediating role of political parties was also checked through mediation analysis. This study utilized the information brought together through a structured adapted questionnaire among the participants of this study chosen through probability sampling technique from the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. It was revealed that through the analysis of the primary data that t Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Ahsan Ullah https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-effect-of-personality-and-education-on-entrepreneurial-intentions-and-behaviours-in-developing-economies https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-effect-of-personality-and-education-on-entrepreneurial-intentions-and-behaviours-in-developing-economies Entrepreneurship has always been regarded as a multi-disciplinary subject and a purely intentional process which cannot be completely assessed without examining the psychological factors. In this study, the relationship between Entrepreneurial intentions and entrepreneurial behavior has been examined and how the Big-Five personality traits and education about entrepreneurship enhance or minimize the role of intentions in determining behavior. NEOFFI personality inventory, Entrepreneurial Intenti Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Nida https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/role-of-framing-towards-islamic-business-engagement-in-asia-a-case-of-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/role-of-framing-towards-islamic-business-engagement-in-asia-a-case-of-pakistan The aim of this study is to examine the phenomenon of framing as a cause of making wrong decisions while investing in Islamic stocks. Framing refers to the bias of people that describes the way they respond to a specific option as per its offer. After collecting primary data through interviews, including open-ended questions from the Pakistani stock market under the subjective or constructivist research paradigm, NVivo it is applied to get word cloud for appropriate analysis. The study finds tha Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/factors-affecting-customer-value-cocreation-behavior-a-case-of-tourism-industry https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/factors-affecting-customer-value-cocreation-behavior-a-case-of-tourism-industry The main purpose of this study is to find the factors affecting value co-creation behavior. This study also aimed to find the mediating role of customer co-creation attitude on the relationship between factors and value co-creation behavior. The target population selected for this study was the northern areas of Pakistan. The sample size of this study was (n=480) respondents. The data were collected at three different time's intervals, i.e. at the time, 1, independent variables data were collect Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Aziz https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/does-budget-deficit-and-political-stability-effect-real-exchange-rate-in-south-asian-countries https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/does-budget-deficit-and-political-stability-effect-real-exchange-rate-in-south-asian-countries The study investigates the effect of political stability and budget deficit on the real exchange rate. We used a panel data set of south Asian countries, including Pakistan, China, Bangladesh and India. We applied the panel unit root test, Kaos panel Cointegration and fully modified the least square in the study to reach robustness of findings. Findings reveal that real exchange rate(RER) and political stability are positively related. It supports the argument that political stability attracts f Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Ghulam Nabi https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/esg-and-financial-performance-in-the-case-of-malaysia https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/esg-and-financial-performance-in-the-case-of-malaysia Environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors are an effective growth phenomenon for the achievement of a firm’s objectives. The main aim of this study is to determine the impact of ESG on financial performance. The study adopts the sample of available non-financial firms listed on the Kuala Lumpur Stock Exchange of Malaysia from 2010 to 2020. The study employs two methods for calculating the dependent variable. One is an accounting-based approach and the other is Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Surayya https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/determinants-of-corporate-cash-holdings-in-hospitality-sector-of-united-states-of-america-using-twostep-system-gmm https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/determinants-of-corporate-cash-holdings-in-hospitality-sector-of-united-states-of-america-using-twostep-system-gmm This study investigates the determinants of cash holding in the Hospitality sector in the USA for the period of 14 years from 2005-to 2018. The selection of 2005 as a base year was due to Thomson Reuter Data Stream registered with International Classification Benchmark (ICB). Determinants i.e. LVG, CF-V, and LQTY,have a positive impact, while SZE, CP-EXP, GR_OPP, CACF, A-INT, DDD, and SX have a negative impact on cash holding. Furthermore, model 2 shows a sub-sector where Restaurant and bar is t Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Majid https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/internet-banking-challenges-in-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/internet-banking-challenges-in-pakistan Internet banking has made the financial transaction very easy to be carried out. In Pakistan as the internet banking is comparatively new and same is the case with financial transactions, there are some problems in performing or carrying out financial transactions. So a study was needed to point out the problems and weak points in internet banking. Questionnaire is used for data collection. Data has been collected from the available bank account holders from different regions in Pakistan. The re Fri, 17 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Zia https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-role-of-big-data-analytics-capability-to-achieve-competitive-advantage-with-the-mediation-of-business-model-innovation-a-dynamic-capability-view https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-role-of-big-data-analytics-capability-to-achieve-competitive-advantage-with-the-mediation-of-business-model-innovation-a-dynamic-capability-view The research aims to identify the function of big data analytics to attain competitive advantage through the mediation of business model innovation.260 samples were taken from experts in Pakistan's manufacturing & service sectors. Data analysis was done using (Smart PLS). The findings demonstrate that big data analysis capability (BDAC) has a considerable impact on competitive advantage. By using big data, companies can make rational, data-driven decisions to satisfy customers, sustain and r Thu, 14 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Syed Aamir https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effect-of-corporate-governance-on-corporate-social-responsibility-a-theoretical-review https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effect-of-corporate-governance-on-corporate-social-responsibility-a-theoretical-review The major points are summed up in this. Looking at the causal effects of these two forms of governance on CSR involvement, the goal of this work is to establish the empirical link between "corporate governance (CG) and corporate social responsibility (CSR)". Initially, delayed "Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)" seems to have minimal effect on "Corporate Governance (CG)". On the other hand, delaying the CG variable favours corporate involvement in CSR projects. This is still the case when on Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effects-of-technological-advancement-on-the-functioning-of-small-and-midsize-enterprises-smes-in-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effects-of-technological-advancement-on-the-functioning-of-small-and-midsize-enterprises-smes-in-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-pakistan Technological transformation aims to investigate small and medium-sized businesses' capacity to implement novel strategies that will boost production while endangering worker efficiency. Managers of SMEs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), the province of Pakistan, made up a population sample of 273 respondents, who were compelled to do new research. The main statistical methods that are mandated are methods for linear regression. It is hypothesized that the medium-sized firm in KP's north and south are Thu, 04 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Wajahat https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/consumer-perception-of-environmental-protection-to-promote-mindful-consumption-behaviour-through-mindfulness-and-ascription-of-responsibility https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/consumer-perception-of-environmental-protection-to-promote-mindful-consumption-behaviour-through-mindfulness-and-ascription-of-responsibility The fast fashion business under fire for its detrimental effects on the environment, and the economy. A lot of companies are taking ethical marketing tactics to urge consumers to be more responsible and conscious while making purchases. Study measure the impact of consumer ethical marketing perception environmental protection on mindful consumption through mindfulness and ascription of responsibility. Quantitative cross-sectional survey approach used. Test model used 321 final responses. Varianc Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Tayyba https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/exchange-rate-dynamics-and-monetary-fundamentals-evidence-from-south-asian-countries https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/exchange-rate-dynamics-and-monetary-fundamentals-evidence-from-south-asian-countries This paper examined the role of monetary fundamentals in determining nominal exchange rate changes in South Asian countries. The Vector Autoregressive (VAR) technique and Autoregressive Distribution Lag (ARDL) were used. Results from the VAR indicate that the exchange rate responds to shock originating from differences in money supply, inflation differential, interest rate, and real income differential and are consistent with the short-run predictions of the monetary model of the exchange rate. Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Palwasha https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/technological-absorption-hypothesis-and-productivity-growth-in-pakistan-manufacturing-sector https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/technological-absorption-hypothesis-and-productivity-growth-in-pakistan-manufacturing-sector This research focuses on determining factors that influence the growth of technological progress in Pakistan's manufacturing sector. The Solow residual, which measures technological change, has been calculated using a growth accounting framework. Additionally, it evaluates the extent of Total Factor Productivity (TFP) in relation to macroeconomic variables, including technology transfer, the financial sector, human capital, development expenditure, and trade openness. The empirical model finding Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-financial-literacy-on-the-sustainability-of-small-and-medium-enterprises-mediating-effect-of-financial-management-practices https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-financial-literacy-on-the-sustainability-of-small-and-medium-enterprises-mediating-effect-of-financial-management-practices Small and medium enterprises' viability and sustainability are measured through financial literacy, with an emphasis on the mediating effect of methods of managing finances. Mostly SMEs across the sector struggle with sustainability due to a lack of sufficient financial knowledge. The tourism sector SMEs were chosen for this research. Such SMEs highly depend on intangible assets and the influence of financial literacy particularly in the off-season. Results reveal that FL has positively influenc Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Amjad-ur-Rehman https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-role-of-artificial-intelligence-ai-in-literature-reviews-in-business-and-social-sciences-research-studies-in-pakistan-qualitative-exploratory-expert-interviews https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-role-of-artificial-intelligence-ai-in-literature-reviews-in-business-and-social-sciences-research-studies-in-pakistan-qualitative-exploratory-expert-interviews Conducting literature reviews for research studies is a challenging process. Researchers in the business and social sciences expect to benefit more from AI's expanding role in these disciplines. This research study was conducted to explore the role of AI in literature reviews in business and social sciences research studies in Pakistan. The study employed a qualitative research strategy, and seven in-depth "exploratory expert interviews" were conducted to gather the viewpoints, insights, and exp Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Asmat https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/climate-on-the-brink-transforming-fragility-into-resilience-under-sdg-13 https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/climate-on-the-brink-transforming-fragility-into-resilience-under-sdg-13 The trajectory of Pakistan to the Sustainable Development Goal 13-Climate Action is at the nexus of great vulnerability, limited resources, and increased policy aspiration. Although Pakistan emits less than 1 percent of the total greenhouse gas emissions in the world, it is one of the most climate-sensitive nations in the world and it still experiences recurrent shocks due to floods, heatwaves, and droughts. In 2022, the floods impacted approximately 33 million individuals, and the damages were Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Ayesha https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-impact-of-learning-market-orientations-on-dynamic-capabilities-mediating-role-of-knowledge-sharing- https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-impact-of-learning-market-orientations-on-dynamic-capabilities-mediating-role-of-knowledge-sharing- This research study has focused on dynamic capabilities and what are factors can help to increase these capabilities. This study has considered market and learning orientations as an important factor that may help to develop dynamic capabilities. The proposed hypothesis are tested using deductive approach and cross sectional research design. Data from 254 respondents are collected through a structured questionnaire using simple random sampling method. Reliability of the collected data is calcula Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Malik https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-wacc-in-elucidation-of-cross-sectional-stock-returns-by-stylized-portfolios-pragmatic-evidence-from-pakistan-stock-exchange https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-wacc-in-elucidation-of-cross-sectional-stock-returns-by-stylized-portfolios-pragmatic-evidence-from-pakistan-stock-exchange The fundamental structure of the present theory of asset pricing underscored clarifying the path as to how the systematic risk is estimated and how investors are adapted to behavior for such risk. The mixed expense of debt and equity that an association should procure to raise funds for its assignments impacts its stock returns through investment choices and is an additional significant segment of business valuation work on the grounds that for putting resources into more risky resources, invest Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Maria Sultana https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/Exploitation-and-Low-Wages-of-Labor-Migrants-in-Gulf-Countries https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/Exploitation-and-Low-Wages-of-Labor-Migrants-in-Gulf-Countries Migration towards the countries for economic reasons has different diverse outcomes for individuals. The present articles discuss the situation of those who migrated for economic stability of their left behind families. The issues faced by the laborers in middle east were explored through case study method from those who visited back home after expiry of visapermits. The migrants were selected from District Dera Ghazi Khan which has thousands of left behind families. Findings show that the Kafal Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Faiz https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-empirical-test-of-famafrench-fivefactor-model-evidence-from-pakistan-stock-exchange https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-empirical-test-of-famafrench-fivefactor-model-evidence-from-pakistan-stock-exchange This study provides an empirical examination of the Fama and French five-factor asset pricing model (FF5FM) in the equity market of Pakistan. Using data from 2007 to 2017of non-financial firms listed on PSX. The univariate approach is used to construct the dependent portfolios based on four firms characteristics, while a 2x3 approach is used to construct size, value, profitability, and investment factors. Time series regression is used to analyze the data to obtained results. The empirical evide Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Kanwal https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/comparative-analysis-of-public-relation-strategies-practices-in-peshawar-hospitals https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/comparative-analysis-of-public-relation-strategies-practices-in-peshawar-hospitals This paper comparatively examines the Public Relation (PR) practices in public & private hospitals of Peshawar to investigate the practices followed by the Public Relation Officers (PROs) and the barriers they face in order to develop cordial ties between the internal and external public of health department for effective health care delivery. The Public Relation Departments (PRDs) are struggling to build strong bonds between the patients, accompaniers and health institutions. This research Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Rooh https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/industrial-waste-management-in-pakistan-problems-and-prospects https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/industrial-waste-management-in-pakistan-problems-and-prospects The disposal of industrial waste is a serious issue in almost every developed and underdeveloped nation. Fast-growing industrialization and urbanization have severly affected the environment and water quality. The developed states have developed techniques to dispose of industrial waste. However, as it is very expensive, so underdeveloped states are lacking behind in the technology of industrial waste disposal. This paper will explore different aspects of Industrial waste, such as the causes of Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad Tahir Hassan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-trend-in-wc-management-and-its-impact-on-firms-performance-a-case-of-psx100-index https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-trend-in-wc-management-and-its-impact-on-firms-performance-a-case-of-psx100-index The intention is to investigate the trends in WC management and the association of managing working capital with the firm’s performance. Return of total Assets is the proxy to measure the firm’s performance and its association with the variables representing the WCM is studied for a sample of 54 firms for the period 2004-2010.The variables like invdays and ardays show a considerable effect on the firm’s earning capabil Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Yousaf https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/gender-role-and-managing-responsibilities-a-case-study-of-women-with-male-migration-in-mirpur-azad-kashmir https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/gender-role-and-managing-responsibilities-a-case-study-of-women-with-male-migration-in-mirpur-azad-kashmir The decision to migrate actively involves women as they gradually take on increased responsibilities in running the households on their own, for the health and education of their children, and management of their funds and properties. The research was conducted in Mirpur Azad Kashmir, which aimed to study the effects of male out-migration on the females of the emigrants’ families. The data collected was qualitative with a descriptive research methodology. In-depth inter Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Mahwish https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/a-study-of-takaful-pakistan-evidence-from-hemayah-takaful-peshawar https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/a-study-of-takaful-pakistan-evidence-from-hemayah-takaful-peshawar This study is about the management and general affair of EFU Hemayah Takaful Peshawar office, which is a sub brand of EFU Life Assurance Limited representing the Window Takaful Operations of the company. This study was conducted through informal interviews and personal observations. To know how and to what extent did the technological advancement bring changes in management activities? The main purpose of this study is to provide the students an opportunity to work and see the implementation of Fri, 17 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Atiqa https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-green-packaging-perceived-consumer-effectiveness-and-social-influence-on-green-consumption-behavior-the-mediating-role-of-green-satisfaction-and-the-moderating-role-of-environmental-awareness https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-green-packaging-perceived-consumer-effectiveness-and-social-influence-on-green-consumption-behavior-the-mediating-role-of-green-satisfaction-and-the-moderating-role-of-environmental-awareness The purpose of this study was to look at how green packaging, perceived consumer effectiveness, and social influence affect green consumption behaviour, as well as the moderating role of environmental awareness and the mediating role of green satisfaction. As consumers show signs of growing environmental consciousness and increased willingness to purchase green products. In order to gather information for this purpose, 290 Pakistani consumers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) were surveyed. T Thu, 14 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Hassan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/improving-workforce-development-in-pakistan-to-foster-sustainable-economic-growth-an-analysis-from-the-field-of-human-resource-management https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/improving-workforce-development-in-pakistan-to-foster-sustainable-economic-growth-an-analysis-from-the-field-of-human-resource-management Pakistan's population is dynamic and quickly expanding, presenting a one-of-a-kind opportunity for economic growth and development. The aim of this article is to explore how Human Resource Management could significantly help in closing the skills gap, developing a culture of lifelong learning, increasing innovation and entrepreneurship, enhancing employability and retention, and generating capable, adaptable, diverse, and inclusive workforces. A mixed-methods approach to measure the effectivenes Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Arfan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effects-of-selfdetermination-and-selfefficacy-on-employees-psychological-performance-and-organizational-behaviour- https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effects-of-selfdetermination-and-selfefficacy-on-employees-psychological-performance-and-organizational-behaviour- Self-determination and associated self-efficacy are broad theories of human motivations that have grown in importance in many domains of psychology, particularly organizational psychology, during the last four decades. This has been in development for more than four decades, with the original focus on internal motivation and its antecedents and implications. This rapidly led to a study of the relationships among motivational factors, as well as the classification of extrinsic motivation kinds in Thu, 04 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-corporate-social-responsibility-on-firm-profitability-evidence-from-automobile-industries-of-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-corporate-social-responsibility-on-firm-profitability-evidence-from-automobile-industries-of-pakistan Since, the 20th century, corporate social responsibility(CSR), an essential idea, has grown in the global economy.  Its quick development, spread in various nations.  CSR is also important in emerging nations like Pakistan. Numerous studies linked CSR to both financial and non-financial corporate profitability. The present study also checks the link, if any, between CSR aspects and profitability. CSR characteristics are independent and profitability-dependent variables. Profitability, Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad Hamza https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-role-of-hrm-practices-in-promoting-environmental-sustainability-in-higher-education-institutions-a-study-in-karachi-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-role-of-hrm-practices-in-promoting-environmental-sustainability-in-higher-education-institutions-a-study-in-karachi-pakistan Purpose: This study aims to explore how Human Resource Management practice can promote environmental sustainability in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in Karachi, Pakistan and also investigates the role of organizational culture in supporting eco-friendly behaviors among employees. Design: A mixed-methods approach was adopted with HR professionals and faculty members from various HEIs in Karachi. Findings: The study found a positive relationship between HRM practices and the implementatio Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Qanita https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/measuring-the-impact-of-od-interventions-on-organizational-performance-op https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/measuring-the-impact-of-od-interventions-on-organizational-performance-op Performance is a major challenge. The study examined the impact of OD interventions on organizational performance. The study collected quantitative data using a closed-ended survey form and performed the regression and mediation analysis. The t-statistic, p-values, adjusted R2, F-statistic, and regression coefficient β values were computed. A focus group of experts was conducted to gather qualitative data. A thematic analysis was conducted and the quantitative and qualitative results were m Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Asmat N. https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/digitizing-land-governance-in-punjab-challenges-and-opportunities-in-the-implementation-of-computerization-of-land-record-management-and-information-system-clrmis https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/digitizing-land-governance-in-punjab-challenges-and-opportunities-in-the-implementation-of-computerization-of-land-record-management-and-information-system-clrmis The Computerization of Land Record Management and Information System (CLRMIS) in Punjab, Pakistan, marks a significant step toward transparent, efficient, and inclusive land governance. This study examines the system's implementation, highlighting key challenges, including institutional resistance, digital exclusion, infrastructure gaps, weak legal frameworks, and cybersecurity risks. Despite these barriers, CLRMIS fosters legal empowerment, improves service delivery, and curbs corruption by lim Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/unpacking-the-social-capitaladaptability-link-in-supply-chains-a-dynamic-capabilities-perspective-in-emerging-markets https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/unpacking-the-social-capitaladaptability-link-in-supply-chains-a-dynamic-capabilities-perspective-in-emerging-markets This study examines the impact social capital exerts on supply chain adaptability in Pakistan's manufacturing sector under the Dynamic Capability View, offering theoretical and managerial implications. Social capital was conceptualized through internal collaboration among employees and external collaboration, and its impact on supply chain adaptability. The measurements were gathered within manufacturing companies and analyzed with PLS-SEM. The results indicate that internal and external collabo Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Ghulam https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/challenges-and-paradoxes-in-implementing-islamic-human-resource-management-practices-crosscountry-evidence https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/challenges-and-paradoxes-in-implementing-islamic-human-resource-management-practices-crosscountry-evidence In this article, the authors analyzed the continuing disjuncture between Islamic norms and human resource management practices in Muslim-majority nations. Despite growing academic interest in Islamic Human Resource Management, application of this management concept is limited due to institutional, cultural, and organizational constraints. This study compares HRM practices across different Muslim countries based on a thematic review of previous studies. The discussion is based on HRM functions an Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Liaqut https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-relationship-of-human-relations-climate-and-perceived-organizational-support-with-readiness-to-change-mediation-of-participatory-leadership https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-relationship-of-human-relations-climate-and-perceived-organizational-support-with-readiness-to-change-mediation-of-participatory-leadership This paper analyzes connection among human relations climate, perceived organizational support and employee readiness to change mediated by participative leadership. The model is based on systems theory and social exchange theory and it perceives organizational factors as interrelated system wherein any alteration in one aspect will affect whole system. Relying on idea of systems thinking developed by Peter Senge, study brings up role of trust, communication and cooperation in human relations cl Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Rimsha https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/conventional-banks-specific-determinant-on-the-financial-performance-evidence-from-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/conventional-banks-specific-determinant-on-the-financial-performance-evidence-from-pakistan The determination for the study is to find the impact of the Islamic banks (IB) determinant on their profitability. The research is taken the date form the time period of the 2007 to 2017 of the 11 year Islamic banks of the Pakistan to the check the impact of the Islamic banks performance (IBP). The multiple regression approach was use in this research study. Descriptive, Correlation, ANOVA and regression analysis used in the research study. The Islamic banks were measured through the Return on Fri, 17 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 Ikram ul Haq https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/linkage-between-performance-appraisal-system-and-employee-performance-does-motivation-moderate https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/linkage-between-performance-appraisal-system-and-employee-performance-does-motivation-moderate The concept of performance appraisal came into ideal practice in the 1940s, helping a system to launch merit rating during the era of the Second World War as a fair wage system (Lillian & Sitati, 2011). Lots of research in recent decades have been done on the assessment of results (Bretz et al., 1992; Fisher, 1989). Often, a key aspect of human resource management is the performance assessment process. The target population of the present study consisted of all the employees working in the t Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad Toseef https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/conflict-and-its-impact-on-employees-behavioral-outcomes-in-sugar-mills-dera-ismail-khan-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/conflict-and-its-impact-on-employees-behavioral-outcomes-in-sugar-mills-dera-ismail-khan-pakistan Human beings have been at odds with one another since the beginning of time. An organization is made up of humans and non-humans, and as a result, conflict is inevitable. It's clear that conflict is still a fact of life in human relationships. When people come together and achieve a shared purpose, they begin to quarrel about how to best accomplish it. As the main goal, the primary aim of the research was to discover the key reasons for the conflict in the sugar mills of Dera Ismail Khan (DI Kha Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Taous Baloch https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/leadership-styles-and-its-impact-on-employee-performance-with-a-mediating-effect-of-organizational-commitment-an-empirical-study-of-nha-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/leadership-styles-and-its-impact-on-employee-performance-with-a-mediating-effect-of-organizational-commitment-an-empirical-study-of-nha-pakistan The study was conducted to investigate the relationship between autocratic and democratic leadership on employee performance through the mediation of organizational commitment in National Highway Authority Islamabad head office. The inquiry was conducted in a natural working environment of an organization where respondents are situated/located, that is a filed study. Simple random sampling technique was used to carry out the research using structured questionnaires which were adopted from other Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Bushra https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/role-of-actors-and-factors-for-the-emergence-of-contemporary-regime-of-investorstate-dispute-settlement https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/role-of-actors-and-factors-for-the-emergence-of-contemporary-regime-of-investorstate-dispute-settlement Dispute resolution mechanism happened to be the fundamental aspect of the protectionist discourse of foreign investment. The consistent efforts were rolled out on behalf of international economic organizations such as UNO, OECD and IBRD of World Bank Group for the establishment of an impartial forum for the settlement of investment disputes. The opposite approaches of capital-exporting developed economies and less developed recipients of foreign capital lead certain attempts to failure to build Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Ali Nawaz Khan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/relationship-between-heads-team-leadership-style-and-teachers-motivation https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/relationship-between-heads-team-leadership-style-and-teachers-motivation The purpose of the study is to explore the relationship of the team leadership style of headteachers with the motivation of teachers in Government high schools of Punjab. Distributed leadership is a style in which the leadership responsibilities are shared with those who have related skills and expertise. The sequential explanatory mixed methods design was used in this study. The team leadership style of heads and motivation level of teachers was identified by a questionnaire. Five hundred and t Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Shamim Ullah https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-knowledge-hiding-on-project-success-the-moderating-role-of-task-interdependence https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-knowledge-hiding-on-project-success-the-moderating-role-of-task-interdependence For maintaining a competitive mindset in a company there are different kinds of tactics used for knowledge sharing in an organization but there is a new concept known as knowledge hiding and we would be discussing how knowledge hiding could be beneficial for an organization. For better understanding and results this study is also supported by questionnaire data. The sample size comprised 123 respondents. The results indicate that knowledge hiding is negatively linked with project success and res Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Wajiha https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/factors-affecting-the-profitability-of-banks-in-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/factors-affecting-the-profitability-of-banks-in-pakistan This study examines the relationship between bank-specific and external factors on the Banks’ profitability in Pakistan from the time span of 2006 to 2012. In this study, 11 variables have been selected after reviewing relevant past literature. Variables include 1 dependent variable (i.e. Profitability), and 10 independent variables, out of which 7are internal/bank-specific and 3 are external variables. Internal factors include Liquidity, deposits, bank Size, expense ma Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Usman https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effect-of-ethical-leadership-on-knowledge-sharing-a-mediating-model-of-moral-efficacy-and-positive-reciprocity https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effect-of-ethical-leadership-on-knowledge-sharing-a-mediating-model-of-moral-efficacy-and-positive-reciprocity In the banking industry of Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the current study examined the direct and indirect effects of EL on employees' KS through positive reciprocity and moral efficacy. The study used G*power analysis to determine an acceptable sample size in order to meet its objectives. Based on power, effect size, and significant level, G*Power was used to determine that the sample size of 291 is suitable for this investigation. A survey questionnaire was used to gather information from the Thu, 14 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Adil Sufyan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-corporate-social-responsibility-csr-on-customer-loyalty-with-mediating-role-of-customer-satisfaction-corporate-image-and-positive-word-of-mouth-in-pakistans-hotel-industry https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-corporate-social-responsibility-csr-on-customer-loyalty-with-mediating-role-of-customer-satisfaction-corporate-image-and-positive-word-of-mouth-in-pakistans-hotel-industry The relationship among customers' perception of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Customers' Loyalty (CL), Corporate Image (CI), Customers' Satisfaction (SAT), and Positive Word‐of‐Mouth p(WOM) has been explored extensively in the literature, however, the mediation effect of these constructs between customers' perception of CSR and CL in a single comprehensive model has least been studied. Therefore, the instant research examined the influence of customers' percept Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Bushra https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/role-of-social-networking-sites-in-promoting-ecommerce-business-an-analysis-of-entrepreneur-perception-in-punjab https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/role-of-social-networking-sites-in-promoting-ecommerce-business-an-analysis-of-entrepreneur-perception-in-punjab This research explores the interdependent relationship between e-commerce businesses and social networking sites, focusing on entrepreneurial perception in Punjab, Pakistan. Entrepreneurship involves making and managing new businesses to generate revenue, often spurred by market needs. E-commerce, including online trade, has become an integral component of modern business. This study investigates the role of social networking sites on e-commerce entrepreneurship, identifying the occurrence of so Thu, 04 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Tanveer https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effect-of-training-on-employees-performance-and-organizational-commitment-evidence-from-takaful-industry https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effect-of-training-on-employees-performance-and-organizational-commitment-evidence-from-takaful-industry The research study aims to analyze the effect of Training on the employee performance and organizational commitment of the employees of the takaful industry of district Peshawar. The sample of the research study is comprised of 161 takaful employees randomly selected from different takaful organizations namely, Dawood Takaful, Jubilee Family Takaful, Adamjee Family Takaful, and Pak Qatar Takaful. Linear Regression Analysis has been applied to analyze the effect of training on employee performanc Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Arshad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/uncovering-the-effect-of-wellbeing-hrm-on-innovative-work-behavior-through-proactive-motivation https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/uncovering-the-effect-of-wellbeing-hrm-on-innovative-work-behavior-through-proactive-motivation This study examined the linkage of well-being (WHR) and innovative work behavior (IWB) through the mediating proactive motivational states (PM) role, i.e., psychological safety and organization identification. The models were validated, and SEM and CFA tested hypotheses of cross-sectional data. Study outcomes show a strong beneficial linkage between innovative work behavior and wellbeing-oriented HRM and the mediating role of proactive motivational states. All relationships are statistically si Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad Farhan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/examining-the-role-of-learning-and-development-opportunities-on-transfer-of-learning-in-business-process-organizations https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/examining-the-role-of-learning-and-development-opportunities-on-transfer-of-learning-in-business-process-organizations This research explores the relationship between L&D opportunities and the transfer of learning in the context of complex Business Process Organizations (BPOs) in Pakistan. The study investigates how organizational factors such as business processes, management support, and organizational culture impact the transfer of learning. Using a deductive approach, data was collected from the employees in managerial positions within BPOs in Islamabad. The results indicate that L&D opportunities ha Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Danish https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/exploring-how-entrepreneurial-selfefficacy-bridges-workplace-factors-to-entrepreneurial-resilience https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/exploring-how-entrepreneurial-selfefficacy-bridges-workplace-factors-to-entrepreneurial-resilience This paper explores the impact of major psychological and organizational factors on Entrepreneurial Resilience and its implications to the labor market and career opportunities of graduates. Based on a model that presents Perceived Behavioral Control (PBC) and Entrepreneurial Attitude (EA) and Perceived Organizational Support (POS) as independent variables, it tries to explain how the Entrepreneurial Self-Efficacy (ESE) act as a mediator variable between the independent variables and the depende Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Ahmad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/fintech-adoption-and-bank-performance-in-pakistan-mediating-role-of-risk-management-practices https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/fintech-adoption-and-bank-performance-in-pakistan-mediating-role-of-risk-management-practices Fintech has a significant contribution to enhancing the effectiveness of the financial system by lowering costs and improving service quality. Hence, several studies have been conducted to look at the direct link between Fintech Adoption (FA) and Bank Performance (BF). However, they have come up with mixed results. Therefore, the current research focuses on assessing the mediating role of Risk Management Practices (RMP) between FA and the BF in Pakistan. Primary data through a self-administered Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Mustajab https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-contingent-effect-of-platform-dependency-on-the-job-craftingwork-engagement-link-a-moderated-mediation-model-in-the-gig-economy https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-contingent-effect-of-platform-dependency-on-the-job-craftingwork-engagement-link-a-moderated-mediation-model-in-the-gig-economy The fast-growing gig economy has increased work flexibility but has also raised concerns about sustaining work engagement among gig workers. Digital labor platforms increasingly manage workers through algorithmic control and performance systems, which may limit worker agency and psychological ownership. Although job crafting is often viewed as a useful proactive behavior, little is known about the conditions under which it is most effective. This study addresses this gap by examining whether pla Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Rahim https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/sustainable-entrepreneurship-as-an-antecedent-of-green-innovation-in-emerging-economies-a-bibliometric-and-integrative-review-20102025 https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/sustainable-entrepreneurship-as-an-antecedent-of-green-innovation-in-emerging-economies-a-bibliometric-and-integrative-review-20102025 This study maps the intellectual structure and thematic evolution of sustainable entrepreneurship and green innovation research. Applying a bibliometric and integrative review to 270 Scopus-indexed articles (2010–2026), findings reveal rapid interdisciplinary expansion (22.28% annual growth). Thematic mapping identifies climate change and entrepreneurship increasingly integrating artificial intelligence as motor themes, while sustainable development provides the foundational framework. Gre Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Rao Usama https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-demographic-psychological-attributes-and-financial-consciousness-of-households-on-their-energy-conservation-behavior-testing-the-mediating-role-of-behavioral-intention https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-demographic-psychological-attributes-and-financial-consciousness-of-households-on-their-energy-conservation-behavior-testing-the-mediating-role-of-behavioral-intention The implementation of energy sustainable practices is acknowledged to be a vital step towards resolving the problem of energy shortage. However, the energy conservation behavior of households in developing countries has not gained much attention. Therefore, this research aims to examine the effect of psychological attributes and financial consciousness on the energy conservation behavior of residential individual in the presence of behavioral intentions. For the purpose of this study, we perform Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Nisar https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-risk-determinants-on-the-perceived-performance-of-software-projects-in-emerging-economies https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-risk-determinants-on-the-perceived-performance-of-software-projects-in-emerging-economies Effective control of risk factors ensures the performance of projects in any industry. Risk factors can influence software projects of any size and type. This research aims to identify and examine different risk factors associated with projects in the software industry. The relationship between Software Project Risks (SPRs) and Perceived Project Performance (PPP) measures is determined. This study is based on a survey approach, and a questionnaire is used to record opinions and responses from 19 Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Ashfaq Ahmad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/Evidential-Analysis-of-Terrorism-and-I-VEO-Knowledge-Matrix-in-the-Context-of-Security-as-Pure-Public-Good-The-case-of-Pakistan-from-1990-to-2010 https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/Evidential-Analysis-of-Terrorism-and-I-VEO-Knowledge-Matrix-in-the-Context-of-Security-as-Pure-Public-Good-The-case-of-Pakistan-from-1990-to-2010 The case of Pakistan has presented if security provision is a pure public good in the light of the I-VEO Knowledge Matrix hypotheses. Evidential analysis of the data from 1990 to 2010 from the Global Terrorism Database (GTD) suggests that terrorism incidents are not reduced with the increase of public expenditure on defence, and instead, more fatalities and injuries are witnessed during the years. The analysis is based in isolation to terrorist attacks, defence expenditure and relating hypothese Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Aziz https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-critical-impact-of-better-civil-services-reforms-on-the-better-governance-of-the-country-a-study-of-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-critical-impact-of-better-civil-services-reforms-on-the-better-governance-of-the-country-a-study-of-pakistan A long history of poor management, rampant corruption, and politicization of civil service has left Pakistan in an economic quagmire, inequitable growth, and political instability. Pakistan’s civil service,by all parameters, has failed to provide effective service delivery and other basic services of public welfare. In the public eye,the country’s civil service officers are seen as non-compliant and least responsive, and uncompassionate behavio Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Ujala https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/boom-and-bust-cycles-of-the-worlds-financial-system-and-islamic-modes-of-finance-as-a-sustainable-alternative https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/boom-and-bust-cycles-of-the-worlds-financial-system-and-islamic-modes-of-finance-as-a-sustainable-alternative The conventional financial system is based on credit financing. Banks advance loans to borrowers, charging interest thereupon and passing a portion to depositors/investors. Over the centuries, the world has been experiencing financial up and down cycles after every few decades. Global Financial Crisis of 2008 was the latest among all. The common thing in all these crises was the massive capital infusion of public into irrational speculative investments. On the contrary, Islamic financial system Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Tauheed https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/an-analysis-of-interestfree-finance-in-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/an-analysis-of-interestfree-finance-in-pakistan An interest-free economy plays a prominent role in the country's development. Pakistan being an Islamic country should make efforts to flourish Islamic finance in order to get the benefits of this justified and equitable Islamic economic system. The basis of interest-free finance is avoiding interest (usury) which is against the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah. The present research is qualitative in nature, data is extracted from audited financial statements of the respective Islamic banks and Thu, 04 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Natasha https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-impact-of-unfair-compensation-on-employee-morale-job-satisfaction-and-performance-a-quantitative-analysis-in-pakistans-health-sector https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-impact-of-unfair-compensation-on-employee-morale-job-satisfaction-and-performance-a-quantitative-analysis-in-pakistans-health-sector The main aim of this article is to investigate how the unjust compensation structure affects the motivation, contentment, and performance of Pakistani healthcare professionals working for different healthcare institutions. The theoretical foundation of this study is based on equity theory. The authors administered a self-completed structured questionnaire survey to 381 employees from a variety of organizational sectors, using a PLS-SEM technique to analyze the relationships between variables. Th Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Syed Kashan Ali https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/fostering-green-innovation-the-interplay-of-transformational-leadership-organizational-learning-and-csr https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/fostering-green-innovation-the-interplay-of-transformational-leadership-organizational-learning-and-csr CSR has gained much predominance in the previous decade in the various sectors of Pakistan. A quantitative research technique was used incorporating survey methodology for understanding the impact of transformational leadership in the promotion of  CSR practices in the banking sector of Pakistan. The primary objective of the study is to investigate the impact of transformational leadership on CSR practices while observing the mediating role of organizational learning. Moreover, green innova Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Rabia https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/fintechdriven-transformation-in-the-islamic-banking-practices-of-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/fintechdriven-transformation-in-the-islamic-banking-practices-of-pakistan This study investigates the influence of FinTech adoption on the performance of the Pakistani Islamic banks. The study has made use of primary data collected from the 20 Islamic banks in Pakistan with the help of a questionnaire. The findings have shown that Pakistani banks are integrating the latest financial technologies like Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Robo-advisors, and blockchain technologies, and it has resulted in their increased performance and competitiveness in the marke Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-impact-of-ai-on-income-inequality-in-the-usa-the-mediating-role-of-informal-labor-markets-and-the-moderating-role-of-digital-financial-inclusion https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-impact-of-ai-on-income-inequality-in-the-usa-the-mediating-role-of-informal-labor-markets-and-the-moderating-role-of-digital-financial-inclusion In the United States, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) has grown exponentially over the past ten years, changing businesses and job markets. Even though artificial intelligence (AI) has led to more innovation and output, it has also made income inequality worse by replacing workers with average skills and making more people rely on unpaid work. The study investigates the mediating effects of informal labor and the moderating effects of digital financial inclusion (DFI). The study uses bal Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 MD Hasibur https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/artificial-intelligencebased-deep-learning-model-optimizing-financial-predictions-empirical-evidence-from-top-six-markets https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/artificial-intelligencebased-deep-learning-model-optimizing-financial-predictions-empirical-evidence-from-top-six-markets Navigating the complexities of the foreign exchange market remains a significant challenge for investors and risk managers worldwide. This study addresses this challenge by developing a Deep Learning-based Multilayer Perceptron (DL MLP) model to classify daily multi-currency exchange rate returns (USD, EUR, GBP, CHF, JPY, CNY) from 2010 to 2024. The framework categorizes market movements into three distinct states: appreciation (good returns), depreciation (bad returns), and stability (no return Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Rabia https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/ai-modelling-revisiting-relationship-between-renewable-energy-financing-and-environmental-degradation https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/ai-modelling-revisiting-relationship-between-renewable-energy-financing-and-environmental-degradation Renewable energy financing (RNEF) has turned into a major factor of sustainable development in response to the growing threat of climate change. In this paper, the effects of RNEF on the environmental degradation (END) in OECD countries during the first quarter of the year 2000 and the fourth quarter of 2024 using an advanced FES-based AI model will be analyzed. The overall conclusion is that the growth of RNEF significantly reduces END statistically as it reduces carbon emissions, which is one Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Rabia https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/influence-of-social-media-advertising-on-consumer-behavior https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/influence-of-social-media-advertising-on-consumer-behavior The study article examines how social media advertisements affect consumer behavior among youth in Pakistan through cross-sectional survey research. The research aims to investigate the influence of susceptibility to social media adverts on purchasing decision-making, brand attitudes, and job positions in young Pakistani customers. The articles are necessary because they include the influence of social media advertising on consumer decisions, the persuasiveness of advertising scope, the influenc Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Shabana https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/analyzing-the-influence-of-situational-factors-on-online-impulse-buying-behavior-a-study-of-pakistani-consumers https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/analyzing-the-influence-of-situational-factors-on-online-impulse-buying-behavior-a-study-of-pakistani-consumers This study seeks to find out online impulse buying behaviour in the Pakistan e-commerce industry by investigating the contributing factors of money availability, time availability, family influence, serendipitous information and scarcity messages towards online impulse buying behaviour. It investigated the mediating role of the urge to buy impulsively between the factors and online impulse buying behaviour. From a sample of 472 students of 4 Pakistani universities, the data was gathered. Moreove Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Marriyam Iftikhar https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/mediation-of-risk-perception-between-leadership-styles-and-risk-management-styles-of-managers https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/mediation-of-risk-perception-between-leadership-styles-and-risk-management-styles-of-managers The study examined the mediation of risk perception between leadership styles and risk management styles of managers during managerial decision making. Leadership styles were measured through Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (MLQ), risk perception in decision making was measured with Decision Situations Scale (DSS), risk management styles of managers were measured with ACAT Risk Management Styles Scale (ARMSS) was administered on 300 managers. Risk perception partially mediated between leade Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Sameena Hamayun Khan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effect-of-celebrity-credibility-on-brand-passion-and-brand-loyalty https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effect-of-celebrity-credibility-on-brand-passion-and-brand-loyalty The objective of this study is to assess how celebrity credibility influences brand passion and brand loyalty. Various statistical techniques were employed, including structural equation modeling, descriptive analysis, correlation, regression, reliability, and frequency analyses. Findings revealed that for customers of clothing brands, the expertise, trustworthiness, and attractiveness of celebrity endorsers were crucial predictors of brand loyalty. Additionally, the study found that brand passi Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Zargham https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/existing-green-port-sustainable-practices-under-fuzzy-ahp-model-a-case-study-of-karachi-port https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/existing-green-port-sustainable-practices-under-fuzzy-ahp-model-a-case-study-of-karachi-port Maritime transport drives globalization and international trade. Ports worldwide handle 80% of seaborne trade by volume and 70% by value. Sustainable development is more important due to unexpected worldwide environmental changes. Ports are vital to economic progress. Port construction and operation polluted the environment, prompting the green concept. The present study used the "Fuzzy AHP Model"to assess Karachi Port's sustainable green port practices based on previous research. The study iden Thu, 04 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Sharjeel https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-impact-of-coaching-leadership-on-innovative-work-behavior-psychological-capital-as-mediator-and-perceived-organizational-support-as-moderator https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-impact-of-coaching-leadership-on-innovative-work-behavior-psychological-capital-as-mediator-and-perceived-organizational-support-as-moderator Coaching leadership (CL) is an important corporate strategy for improving employee performance at the workplace. We examine how CL affects "innovative work behavior (IWB)" while taking into account the moderating influence of "perceived organizational support (POS)" and the mediation role of "psychological capital (PsyCap)". We obtained the quantitative data from the health department of Gujranwala District, Punjab, Pakistan. The findings of the study show that CL has a significant impact on IWB Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad Zaheer https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/innovative-leadership-impact-and-challenges-in-secondary-and-higher-secondary-institutes-of-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/innovative-leadership-impact-and-challenges-in-secondary-and-higher-secondary-institutes-of-pakistan This study investigates the impact of innovative leadership and identifies the challenges faced by such leadership in educational institutes in Pakistan. The study used a qualitative research technique of research design for investigation and data was collected through open-ended questionnaire-cum interview. Innovative dimensions like Creativity/brainstorming, technology innovation, and skilled development innovation in teaching pedagogies have been focused on in this study. The results of this Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad Pervez https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/digital-capabilities-and-firm-performance-mediating-role-of-marketing-services-and-moderating-effects-of-digital-transformation-knowledge-innovation-investment https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/digital-capabilities-and-firm-performance-mediating-role-of-marketing-services-and-moderating-effects-of-digital-transformation-knowledge-innovation-investment This study examines the relationship between Digital Capabilities and Firm Performance in banking, analyzing the mediating effects of Marketing Services and moderating effects of Digital Transformation Knowledge and Innovation Investment. Understanding these elements' interaction in banks undergoing digital transformation is crucial. The study used quantitative research through structured questionnaires given to senior bank managers, using five-point Likert scale. Partial least squares structura Sat, 21 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Khurram https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/role-of-green-initiatives-in-sustainable-performance-of-manufacturing-sector-moderation-and-mediation-effects https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/role-of-green-initiatives-in-sustainable-performance-of-manufacturing-sector-moderation-and-mediation-effects The manufacturing industry is one where sustainability has changed its nature, no longer limited to regulation but transformed into a strategic resource generating competitive advantage. The study examines how green actions that green entrepreneurial orientation represents, innovation through Industry 4.0 technologies, and investment in environmental management systems mutually affect and contribute to sustainable performance. It also explores the mediation effects of innovation performance and Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Khalid https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-hidden-cost-of-connectivity-examining-the-impact-of-offhours-workrelated-social-media-usage-on-employee-exhaustion-through-workfamily-conflict https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-hidden-cost-of-connectivity-examining-the-impact-of-offhours-workrelated-social-media-usage-on-employee-exhaustion-through-workfamily-conflict The increasing digitalization of work has intensified expectations of constant employee availability, extending job demands beyond formal working hours through work-related social media use. Drawing on the Job Demands–Resources (JD–R) model and Boundary Theory, this study examines the direct and indirect effects of off-hours work-related social media use on employee engagement and exhaustion, with work–family conflict as a mediating mechanism. Using a quantitative cross-section Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Rimsha https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/employee-perceptions-of-generative-ai-adoption-and-its-influence-on-employee-wellbeing-and-organizational-culture-in-the-ecommerce-retail-sector https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/employee-perceptions-of-generative-ai-adoption-and-its-influence-on-employee-wellbeing-and-organizational-culture-in-the-ecommerce-retail-sector This cross-sectional study examines how Generative AI (GenAI) is influencing employee well-being and organizational culture. This study is set in Pakistan’s e-commerce retail sector, and the analysis covers the digital transformation era in the industry. By applying the Job Demands–Resources(JD-R) theory as a primary conceptual framework, the research analyzes how GenAI functions as a critical job resource that can improve productivity & reduce stress while having potential to in Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Iram https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/does-csr-add-value-to-service-innovation-performance-via-hrm-a-conceptual-framework-and-future-research-agenda https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/does-csr-add-value-to-service-innovation-performance-via-hrm-a-conceptual-framework-and-future-research-agenda Drawing upon social exchange theory, the present study conceptualizes CSR as a strategic asset, and organizational CSR initiatives influence employee’s attitudes and behaviors, including citizenship and innovative behavior. CSR can be aligned with HR strategies to get employees boost and committed to their organization. CSR strategy from an employee perspective may become a rare, valuable, non-substitutable and inimitable resource that gives organizationsâÂ₠Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Abdul Latif https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/does-a-ceos-cultural-background-affect-community-related-csr-activities https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/does-a-ceos-cultural-background-affect-community-related-csr-activities By using the large sample having the 9658 observations, this study investigates the impact of the CEO's cultural background on the community-related CSR activities. From the empirical analysis, it is found that different cultural dimensions affected differently. Individualistic and masculine CEOs are positively and significantly related to community-related CSR activities. It is also found that uncertainty avoidance is negatively and significantly related to community-related CSR activities. Thi Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad Naeem https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/scope-of-human-resources-management-in-educational-leadership-and-management-in-institutions-in-pakistan-challenges-and-remedial-measures https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/scope-of-human-resources-management-in-educational-leadership-and-management-in-institutions-in-pakistan-challenges-and-remedial-measures Human Resource Management is crucial to schools and other educational institutions because it provides qualified candidates for positions. Pakistani educational institutions face HRM concerns such as political involvement, culture, and inadequate resources. These obstacles prevent the integration of HRM practices and hinder their alignment with institutional strategic initiatives. This article discusses HRM methods in Pakistani educational organizations, significant concerns, and how they affect Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Shah Nawaz https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effect-of-employee-retention-in-the-it-industry https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effect-of-employee-retention-in-the-it-industry Businesses globally encounter significant difficulty with employee turnover. The study mostly concentrated on the information technology sector. Employees are considered the most valuable resources of an organization, making it crucial for companies to retain them. Organizations are striving to retain their exceptional employees by employing strategies that support talent retention. High human turnover can negatively affect the organization's productivity and sustainability. This study aims to i Thu, 04 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Safi https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/factors-affecting-employees-loyalty-in-banking-sector-a-case-of-a-local-bank-in-karachi-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/factors-affecting-employees-loyalty-in-banking-sector-a-case-of-a-local-bank-in-karachi-pakistan Employees' loyalty in the banking sector in Karachi, Pakistan remains a critical issue because less skilled employees' performances have declined its market share. Human resource (HR) management strives to create long-term relationships with employees by motivating them through salary plans, better supervision, increased motivation, and enhanced passion. This empirical study utilized qualitative phenomenology to investigate the phenomenon of loyalty and develop the model of factors stimulating l Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Hurmat https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-observed-abusive-supervision-on-employees-reaction-a-moderated-mediation-model https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-observed-abusive-supervision-on-employees-reaction-a-moderated-mediation-model Grounded on the conservation of resource theory and deontic theory of justice this study anticipated a model that examines the Observer reactions to abusive supervision that links to feedback avoidance and silence towards the supervisor. A physical and online survey was conducted, collecting data from approximately five hundred healthcare professionals in South Punjab. Observed abusive supervision shows a positive association with feedback avoidance and silence towards supervisors the moderating Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Irfan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-wakhan-corridor-historical-significance-economic-prospects-and-global-supply-chain-integration https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-wakhan-corridor-historical-significance-economic-prospects-and-global-supply-chain-integration Originally a crucial stretch of Silk Road trade routes, the Wakhan Corridor served as a key connecting route between Central Asia and the Indian subcontinent. The historical importance of the Wakhan Corridor is explored in this study, as well as its function in Afghanistan's economic diplomacy, the economic prospects and problems for China and Afghanistan, and its possible inclusion into worldwide supply networks. Drawing on secondary data, the study emphasizes the corridor’s historic role Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Abdul https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/more-than-just-a-post-decoding-the-journey-from-authenticity-to-advocay-in-social-media https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/more-than-just-a-post-decoding-the-journey-from-authenticity-to-advocay-in-social-media This study investigates how customer attitude mediates the relationship between social media influencer authenticity and positive word-of-mouth (WOM). A quantitative approach was adopted, informed by Social Exchange Theory (SET). A structured questionnaire was administered to 353 social media users aged 18–35 in Quetta. Analysis using SPSS and the PROCESS Macro indicates that influencer authenticity significantly shapes customer attitudes, thereby enhancing positive WOM. The findings confi Thu, 11 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/generative-ai-collaboration-and-its-dual-impact-on-productivity-and-intrinsic-motivation-a-survey-of-banking-professionals https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/generative-ai-collaboration-and-its-dual-impact-on-productivity-and-intrinsic-motivation-a-survey-of-banking-professionals The present study looks into the impact of collaboration with Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) on productivity and intrinsic motivation within the commercial banking industry of Pakistan. Although the use of GenAI in banking is prevalent in customer service, reporting, and risk assessment, the current study uses the Self-Determination Theory (SDT) framework to explore whether there exists any possible conflict between increased efficiency and psychological health. Based on quantitative Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Sahar https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-effect-of-chief-executive-officer-dominance-and-shareholder-rights-on-cost-of-equity-capital-in-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-effect-of-chief-executive-officer-dominance-and-shareholder-rights-on-cost-of-equity-capital-in-pakistan This Research explores the effect of Chief executive Dominance and Shareholder rights on Cost of equity of listed companies in an emerging equity market, Pakistan. The research is for the period of 2012 to 2018 for which firm level data of top 100 non-financial listed firms from Pakistan Stock Exchange has been examined by using descriptive statistics, a correlation -matrix, Pooled OLS and Fixed Effect Model approach. The impact of controlled variables which includes firm size, Financial Leverag Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Yawar Miraj Khilji https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/emotional-intelligence-supports-transformational-leadershipstyle-a-survey-of-local-government-district-di-khan-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/emotional-intelligence-supports-transformational-leadershipstyle-a-survey-of-local-government-district-di-khan-khyber-pakhtunkhwa-pakistan In the contemporary world of stress and insecurity in developing countries like Pakistan, emotional intelligence has earned critical importance as an effective tool for organizational leadership. Literature suggests that when human devotion, motivation and commitment are the keys to organizational success, transformational leadership with sufficient command over emotional intelligence is the only package that can help successful operations of the organization. This study tests the same model of Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Qudratullah Khan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-effects-of-corporate-social-responsibility-and-price-on-consumer-responses-a-theoretical-review https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-effects-of-corporate-social-responsibility-and-price-on-consumer-responses-a-theoretical-review The objective of this study was to investigate the impact of pricing and corporate social responsibility on consumer reactions. To examine the impact of corporate social responsibility on pricing, a set of hypothetical situations was devised, focusing on two specific domains: the environment and charitable activities. An extensive analysis of the nation's population reveals that corporate social responsibility spans all of these areas of operation. This factor significantly influences both the a Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Safi https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/corporate-social-responsibility-and-market-value-does-foreign-ownership-matter https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/corporate-social-responsibility-and-market-value-does-foreign-ownership-matter This study explores the moderating role of foreign ownership in relationship between corporate social responsibilities reporting and firm market value using the cross-sectional data in the Indian context. For this purpose, this exploration takes data from 2019 of companies listed on Bombay stock exchange. Our results show that Tobin's Q is positively related to CSR but not at significant level. Foreign ownership effect on CSR spending levels and Tobin's Q has also been found negative. The invest Thu, 04 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Vasia https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/factors-influencing-masstige-purchase-intentions-in-pakistani-millennials-the-role-of-inspiration-fomo-and-need-for-uniqueness https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/factors-influencing-masstige-purchase-intentions-in-pakistani-millennials-the-role-of-inspiration-fomo-and-need-for-uniqueness In this era, social media is an important part of everyone's life. Therefore, social media influencers are famous marketing tools for business. Marketers take advantage of influencers' massive following by sharing their content through them. This research aims to explore the relationship between social media celebrities and masstige-purchase intention of their audience or consumers. In addition, this research paper will give insight into the role of Inspiration, FOMO, and CNFU in the Pakistani i Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Kubbra https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/entrepreneurial-education-at-university-level-and-entrepreneurship-development-an-analysis-of-buitems-university-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/entrepreneurial-education-at-university-level-and-entrepreneurship-development-an-analysis-of-buitems-university-pakistan This study investigated the role of entrepreneurial education in promoting entrepreneurship development between management sciences students at BUITEMS University, Quetta. It explored three dimensions of entrepreneurial education—generalized, motivational, and augmented—using the Theory of Planned Behavior and McClelland’s Theory of Achievement as frameworks. Primary data were collected through a structured questionnaire, with 203 responses analyzed using SPSS 20.0. The finding Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Gul https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/family-ownership-and-tunneling-and-propping-effect-in-nonfinancial-firms-moderating-role-of-corporate-governance https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/family-ownership-and-tunneling-and-propping-effect-in-nonfinancial-firms-moderating-role-of-corporate-governance The moderating role of corporate governance (CG) on the association between family ownership (FO) and tunneling (TN) and propping (PR) behaviors of Pakistani family firms is tested. Using the data from the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) listed 326 firms in the period 2012-2022, the analysis adopts panel data regression method in order to quantify these links. The findings show that before moderation, FO has a significant positive influence on TN and a mixed effect on PR. Firm size, leverage, and Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Ulfat https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/organizational-behavior-and-corporate-governance-in-familyowned-businesses-a-comparative-study https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/organizational-behavior-and-corporate-governance-in-familyowned-businesses-a-comparative-study Family and non- family-owned businesses have significant differences with respect to governance, leadership and decision making. To explore the effects of ownership structure on the corporate governance using a mixed method. Descriptive statistical analysis and t-test was used to analyze data obtained from 420 respondents representing 60 firms. Qualitative insights emerged from semi-structured interviews to help understand the context of governance dynamics. Results show that non-family business Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Sajid https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-microeconomic-impact-of-migrants-remittances-on-household-welfare https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-microeconomic-impact-of-migrants-remittances-on-household-welfare This research study investigated that how foreign remittances contributed to household welfare at the micro-level. The results revealed that remittances contributed progressively to household food consumption and wealth status. Remittances recipient families have good wealth status as compared to non-recipient ones. It has been found that migrants’ families are having good wealth status and own more assets. Additionally, a significant portion of remittances is used for Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Haidar Farooqe https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/petroleum-and-food-sectors-lost-stock-returns-against-investments-in-psx https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/petroleum-and-food-sectors-lost-stock-returns-against-investments-in-psx The impact of exchange rate exposure and market return on stock returns of petroleum and food sectors PSX listed firms has been investigated empirically. Two econometric models formulated based on the Jorion approach of the two-factor model have been analyzed for petroleum and food sectors stock returns, market return and exchange rate (i.e., USD) for the study period 2005-2012, which represent an era of military regime proceeded by the democratic government of Pakistan Peoples Party. A sample o Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Syed Muhammad Ali Tirmizi https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/relationship-between-distributive-justice-and-employees-affective-commitment-the-moderating-effects-of-lmx https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/relationship-between-distributive-justice-and-employees-affective-commitment-the-moderating-effects-of-lmx The current study explores the effect of LMX and DJ on employees' affective commitment. Significant research has been conducted on the relationship between distributive justice and workplace outcomes. However, limited research has delved into potential moderators of this relationship, specifically in the context of the telecom sector of Pakistan. This study fills this gap by investigating how LMX might influence the relationship between distributive justice and affective commitment as a moderato Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Sobia https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-role-of-conflict-management-styles-in-navigating-work-place-disputes-at-higher-education-institutions-in-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-role-of-conflict-management-styles-in-navigating-work-place-disputes-at-higher-education-institutions-in-pakistan Teachers, administrators, and students at nearly every Pakistani university eventually have to deal with conflict. This paper's overarching goal is to provide a critical analysis of the most prevalent forms of conflict management that institutions and organizations face daily, namely those that pertain to tasks and relationships. This paper has covered the effects of several conflict management methods on disagreements over tasks and relationships, including giving in, compromising, problem-solv Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Sajjad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/dark-side-of-globalization-corporate-pitfall-in-crossnational-mergers-and-acquisitions https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/dark-side-of-globalization-corporate-pitfall-in-crossnational-mergers-and-acquisitions This study explores the challenges and complexities of cross-national mergers and acquisitions. The study made use of qualitative data that was gathered from employees of companies that have recently undergone M&A in the UAE and the UK in 2024. The findings have shown that the key motivations for M&A are diversification, market consolidation, and expansion. However, with these benefits, M&A brings the challenges of cultural misalignment, integration failures, loss of trust of stakeho Mon, 29 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Hina https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/transnational-turbulence-volatility-spillover-from-the-us-political-uncertainties-to-the-emerging-economies-of-south-asia https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/transnational-turbulence-volatility-spillover-from-the-us-political-uncertainties-to-the-emerging-economies-of-south-asia The study explores the dynamics of volatility spillover from U.S. political uncertainties to the emerging economies of South Asia by using the Markov-Switching and a DCC-GARCH model. By using the daily data from 2000 to 2024, the study has found that the U.S. political risk has significantly affected the majority of the South Asian stock markets during the first regime. On the other hand, it has affected the stock markets of Bangladesh and Maldives during the second regime. Moreover, the transit Thu, 04 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Hina https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/interplay-of-oil-and-gold-prices-and-the-stock-performance-an-empirical-evidence-from-kse-100-index-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/interplay-of-oil-and-gold-prices-and-the-stock-performance-an-empirical-evidence-from-kse-100-index-pakistan This study unravels the link among oil and gold prices on the stock performance in terms of performance of prices of oil firms in the KSE-100. We employ an autoregressive distributed lag (ARDL) framework for the analysis of long-run and short-run association amongst oil and gold prices, oil companies’ stocks prices to analyze the stock market performance for a period from 1998 to 2021. The findings indicate that oil prices have a positive significant effect on the stock market performance, Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Ahmed https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/how-digital-readiness-impacts-digital-entrepreneurial-readiness-behavior-an-empirical-investigation-of-gig-workers-in-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/how-digital-readiness-impacts-digital-entrepreneurial-readiness-behavior-an-empirical-investigation-of-gig-workers-in-pakistan The gig economy in Pakistan has rapidly expanded, offering new opportunities for self-employment through digital platforms. Within this evolving landscape, digital readiness, the ability to effectively use digital tools, literacy, and communication technologies have become critical factors influencing entrepreneurial preparedness. This study examines the relationship between digital readiness and digital entrepreneurial readiness behavior (DERB), conceptualized as a higher-order construct compri Thu, 05 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 Haseeb https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/long-working-hours-stress-turnover-and-organization-commitment-among-employees-in-banking-sector https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/long-working-hours-stress-turnover-and-organization-commitment-among-employees-in-banking-sector The main aim of the study is to examine the impact of a long working hour on stress, turnover and commitment of employees in the baking sector District Swabi. Stress affects the state of equilibrium. Stress is the reaction on the employees when there are a lot of pressures on them it can be workload, office environment or other factors. The data were collected through self-administrated from 234 respondents of the banking sector. The findings of the study show that there is a positive relationsh Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Faisal Khan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/adequate-access-to-retail-stores-for-purchase-behaviour-through-sustainable-attractiveness-and-purchase-intention https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/adequate-access-to-retail-stores-for-purchase-behaviour-through-sustainable-attractiveness-and-purchase-intention With the world's increased urbanization, the exchange process's view is fetching more efficiency in the shopping process. This trend is changing customer's intentions towards the retail stores. This article examines how the perception of access reshapes the customer's purchase decision in developing countries and how the retail stores' sustainable attractiveness intervenes in the purchase decision making. The point of sale convenience sampling technique is used with data from 669 urban retail cu Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Numair Ahmed Sulehri https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/a-comparative-analysis-of-the-effects-of-price-instability-and-output-volatility-on-economic-growth https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/a-comparative-analysis-of-the-effects-of-price-instability-and-output-volatility-on-economic-growth Historical data indicate that the relationship between inflation and output does not align closely with the Philips curve's implications. Since the late 1980s, monetary policy has prioritized price stability as a key component of sustainable long-term economic growth. This emphasis reflects policymakers' assumption that output volatility poses less risk to long-term growth than inflation volatility, though this assumption lacks empirical support in the literature. To address this gap, this study Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Nadeem https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/employment-generation-through-skills-development-measuring-effectiveness-of-the-punjab-skills-development-fund-in-enhancing-employability https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/employment-generation-through-skills-development-measuring-effectiveness-of-the-punjab-skills-development-fund-in-enhancing-employability Investigates the effectiveness of skills development programs in Pakistan, particularly focusing on the Punjab Skills Development Fund(PSDF). The study assessed programs' impact on employability and identified gaps in the current skills development framework. Present quantitative research found that PSDF programs have successfully enhanced the employability of trainees. Most trainees reported positive outcomes, including securing employment and achieving personal and professional growth. The stu Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad Asif https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-effect-of-ethical-leadership-technological-advance-management-and-affective-organizational-commitment-on-service-sabotage-behavior https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-effect-of-ethical-leadership-technological-advance-management-and-affective-organizational-commitment-on-service-sabotage-behavior This study aims to examine how Service Sabotage Behavior (SSB) is affected by Ethical Leadership (EL), Technological Advancement Management (TAM), and Affective Organizational Commitment (AOC) in the setting of Pakistani microfinance institutions. We evaluate the role of these organizational characteristics in the incidence of service sabotage behavior among workers using regression analysis. The findings show a strong positive correlation between service sabotage behavior and all three independ Thu, 04 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Kashif https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/beyond-hipaa-rethinking-health-data-governance-in-the-age-of-machine-learning https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/beyond-hipaa-rethinking-health-data-governance-in-the-age-of-machine-learning With the spread of Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the healthcare sector, the regulatory structures that currently dominate the field (particularly HIPAA law in the United States) have become unable to deal with emerging challenges and opportunities offered by health data utilization. This paper argues that the growing trend of predictive analytics and algorithmic evaluations needs governance models that go beyond the standard perimeter-centric and consent-based paradig Mon, 14 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 Ahmed https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-transformational-leadership-on-employee-performance-and-organizational-citizen-behavior https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-transformational-leadership-on-employee-performance-and-organizational-citizen-behavior It has been agreed upon by the researchers that leadership style in an organization causes the quality of employee performance. Moreover, organizational citizenship behavior is also determined by the style of leadership in an organization. The question is what type of leadership style is determining these behaviors. In this study, the impact of transformational leadership on employee's task performance and citizenship behavior is studied. Transformational leadership was found to have a significa Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Fauzia Ahmed https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/budget-deficit-and-inflation-empirical-evidence-from-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/budget-deficit-and-inflation-empirical-evidence-from-pakistan This paper is focused on investigating the deficit-inflation model for the purpose of analyzing the impact of fiscal deficit on inflation in Pakistan within the framework of ARDL bounds testing approach to co integration. Order of integration and the issue of unit root was diagnosed with the help of ADF and PP tests of stationary. Error Correction Model and Granger Causality test are used for investigating the speed of adjustment and pattern of causality among the targeted variables. Findings re Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Minhajuddin https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/diverse-effects-of-corporate-governance-and-intellectual-capital-on-audit-quality-a-quantile-regression-technique-in-pakistan https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/diverse-effects-of-corporate-governance-and-intellectual-capital-on-audit-quality-a-quantile-regression-technique-in-pakistan In a world that has seen increased emphasis being placed on Corporate Governance (CG) and Intellectual Capital (IC) to determine the credibility of firms, this research seeks to establish the interrelation between CG, IC, and Audit Quality (AQ) of non-financial firms operating in the PSX. This study incorporates quantile regression to investigate the effects of the CG factors – Board Size (BS), Board Independence (BI), and Ownership Concentration (OC) – and the IC dimensions, includi Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Arshad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/advancing-sustainable-project-management-interplay-of-cost-risk-and-schedule-management-with-ai-and-knowledge-management-processes https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/advancing-sustainable-project-management-interplay-of-cost-risk-and-schedule-management-with-ai-and-knowledge-management-processes This study explores the nexus of project risk, cost and schedule management on sustainable project management in Pakistani manufacturing companies where knowledge management is considered a mediator and artificial intelligence moderator. Data from project management professionals were analysed. The results show that project cost and schedule management significantly influence sustainable project management and that knowledge management practices mediate this relationship. In addition, artificial Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Shabana https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-training-on-employees-performance https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/impact-of-training-on-employees-performance The aim of this paper is to examine the impact of training on employee performance. The study investigates the association and offers proposals for additional investigations. There is a need to check the HR Practices and also quantify the effect across employees' performance. Based on the studies conducted by previous researchers, the study shows similar results that training practices and employee performance have a strong correlation. Taking other aspects into account, it can be said in genera Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad Zia-ur-Rehman https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/financial-inclusion-fintech-green-innovation-and-social-welfare-a-perspective-of-environment-quality-and-economic-development-in-china https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/financial-inclusion-fintech-green-innovation-and-social-welfare-a-perspective-of-environment-quality-and-economic-development-in-china The study uncovers the connection between financial inclusion, Fintech, Green Innovation, and social welfare with China's environmental quality and economic development. Employing macroeconomic data from 2014-2023 and using the QARDL model, we find that social welfare and green innovation enhance climate quality while financial inclusion and Fintech deteriorate it. All the independent variables, however, significantly improve economic development. Also, all variables exhibit bidirectional causal Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/recruitment-and-selection-in-the-public-sector-organizations-a-study-based-on-qualified-and-nonqualified-applicants https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/recruitment-and-selection-in-the-public-sector-organizations-a-study-based-on-qualified-and-nonqualified-applicants The basic objective of this article is to understand the perceived applicant's experience regarding procedural justice. This study was conducted in the public sector organizations of the State of the Azad Jammu and Kashmir. Data was collected from those applications which had applied for any post in the public service commission jobs. Further, the sample was divided into two categories, one those who were selected and the other who could not make it through. A research questionnaire ranging from Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Ghulam Nabi https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/interest-tax-shield-vs-rental-tax-shield-and-financial-crises-a-model-for-sustainable-finance https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/interest-tax-shield-vs-rental-tax-shield-and-financial-crises-a-model-for-sustainable-finance Economists and legal experts say, Interest Tax Shield (ITS) available to debt, causes over-indebtedness that ultimately causes financial crisis and financial instability. Many researchers pointed out the necessity to re-frame these subsidizing corporate tax regulations available to debt. We have proposed to abolish (ITS) and introduce, an Islamic corporate tax policy, Rental Tax Shield (RTS) available to Sukuk-al-Ijarah instead of ITS. For data analysis, the study used a simulation technique and Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Abid https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/a-study-on-the-womens-use-of-social-media-breast-cancerrelated-health-informationseeking-behavior-utility-of-information-channel-as-a-mediator https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/a-study-on-the-womens-use-of-social-media-breast-cancerrelated-health-informationseeking-behavior-utility-of-information-channel-as-a-mediator Social media is quickly becoming the most available and easiest source for seeking health information due to the emerging popularity of social media among people where everyone is expected to be online and connected to social media. This research was carried out to examine women's online breast cancer-related information-seeking behavior. The comprehensive model of information seeking (CMIS) was tested in Pakistan in order to examine the information-seeking behavior of women. Another significant Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Tehmina Ashfaq Qazi https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effect-of-environmental-social-and-governance-esg-factors-on-performance-of-momentum-and-value-portfolios-role-of-audited-nonfinancial-reporting https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/effect-of-environmental-social-and-governance-esg-factors-on-performance-of-momentum-and-value-portfolios-role-of-audited-nonfinancial-reporting This study examines the nexus between environmental, social, and governance(ESG) performance and the performance of momentum and value portfolios. Further, the effect of audited non-financial information in this relationship has also been analyzed. This is achieved with the sample of listed companies from selected countries of the emerging market over the period of 2010 to 2019. The overall findings of the study suggest that investors of emerging countries do not consider sustainable investments Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Asma https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/comparison-of-market-size-and-value-premium-of-random-samples-in-kse-and-non-kse-100-companies https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/comparison-of-market-size-and-value-premium-of-random-samples-in-kse-and-non-kse-100-companies This study is directed towards the identification of key risk variables that explains the variations in expected stocks’ returns and gives rise to Risk Premium for taking an extra riskin addition to the opportunity cost of risk free rate incorporated in stocks’ returns. For this purpose, monthly returns of 37 companies (randomly 20 samples selected from KSE and non KSE-100 each) listed on the Karachi Stock Exchange were calculated for a period Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 Muhammad https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-influence-of-green-marketing-on-pakistani-consumers-purchasing-decisions-a-pricemediated-analysis https://www.gmsrjournal.com/article/the-influence-of-green-marketing-on-pakistani-consumers-purchasing-decisions-a-pricemediated-analysis The purpose of this paper is to comprehend the effect of green marketing, advertising, and sustainable packaging on customer purchasing activities. In this context, price acts as an important mediator to evaluate consumer's intentions to purchase green products or services of the business carrying out sustainable and green marketing activities. In this paper mediation effect of price is analyzed in detail. Taking into account the overall impact and importance of green marketing on the world's ov Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 Zargham Ullah