Faculty reluctance to report student plagiarism : a case study
- Authors: Thomas, Adèle
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Academic ethics , Leadership , Managerialism
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/255296 , uj:26777 , Citation: Thomas, A. 2017. Faculty reluctance to report student plagiarism : a case study. African Journal of Business Ethics, Vol. 11 No. 1, November 2017, 103‑119. , DOI: 10.15249/11-1-148
- Description: Abstract: Internationally, student plagiarism is on the rise despite measures introduced by universities to detect its occurrence and to institute actions to prevent and address this practice. One of the reasons that may contribute to this problem is the reluctance of faculty to report student plagiarism. Through the medium of a disguised South African case study, this paper advances reasons to explain this oversight. Such reasons include psychological discomfort, opportunity costs, lack of procedural clarity, administrative bureaucracy and a prevailing culture of managerialism. Recommendations are furnished to faculty alerting them to practices of which they must be aware when intending to report student plagiarism. Recommendations are also proposed to university leaders and administrators with regard to leadership support for those who report student plagiarism, the development of clear policies and procedures, the reduction of bureaucratic red tape, support to students whose first language is not English and reflection on the institutional moral context within which students study.
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- Authors: Thomas, Adèle
- Date: 2017
- Subjects: Academic ethics , Leadership , Managerialism
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/255296 , uj:26777 , Citation: Thomas, A. 2017. Faculty reluctance to report student plagiarism : a case study. African Journal of Business Ethics, Vol. 11 No. 1, November 2017, 103‑119. , DOI: 10.15249/11-1-148
- Description: Abstract: Internationally, student plagiarism is on the rise despite measures introduced by universities to detect its occurrence and to institute actions to prevent and address this practice. One of the reasons that may contribute to this problem is the reluctance of faculty to report student plagiarism. Through the medium of a disguised South African case study, this paper advances reasons to explain this oversight. Such reasons include psychological discomfort, opportunity costs, lack of procedural clarity, administrative bureaucracy and a prevailing culture of managerialism. Recommendations are furnished to faculty alerting them to practices of which they must be aware when intending to report student plagiarism. Recommendations are also proposed to university leaders and administrators with regard to leadership support for those who report student plagiarism, the development of clear policies and procedures, the reduction of bureaucratic red tape, support to students whose first language is not English and reflection on the institutional moral context within which students study.
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Media-reported corporate governance transgressions in broad-based black economic empowerment deals in the South African mining sector
- Authors: Thomas, Adèle
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Corporate governance , Business ethics , Mining sector - South Africa , Black economic empowerment - South Africa , Mining industry - Corrupt practices - South Africa
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:5501 , ISSN 09763600 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/13665
- Description: The study explored the nature of publically identified corporate governance transgressions relating to deals designed to promote black economic empowerment (BEE) at 22 South African mining companies. A review of South African English language newspaper articles was undertaken for the period 1 January 2010 to 31 December 2011. Reported transgressions were assessed against a framework developed from relevant codes and legislation. Political interference/nepotism/fronting was the most-cited category of behaviour promoting governance transgressions, followed by fraud/ structuring of controversial BEE deals, and mismanagement/negligence. Public concern about governance of BEE deals in the mining sector and, accordingly, about the contribution of BEE to the broad socio-economic upliftment of historically disadvantaged South Africans, is highlighted.
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- Authors: Thomas, Adèle
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Corporate governance , Business ethics , Mining sector - South Africa , Black economic empowerment - South Africa , Mining industry - Corrupt practices - South Africa
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:5501 , ISSN 09763600 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/13665
- Description: The study explored the nature of publically identified corporate governance transgressions relating to deals designed to promote black economic empowerment (BEE) at 22 South African mining companies. A review of South African English language newspaper articles was undertaken for the period 1 January 2010 to 31 December 2011. Reported transgressions were assessed against a framework developed from relevant codes and legislation. Political interference/nepotism/fronting was the most-cited category of behaviour promoting governance transgressions, followed by fraud/ structuring of controversial BEE deals, and mismanagement/negligence. Public concern about governance of BEE deals in the mining sector and, accordingly, about the contribution of BEE to the broad socio-economic upliftment of historically disadvantaged South Africans, is highlighted.
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Organisational change and the psychological contract at a pharmaceutical company
- Magano, Kelebogile D., Thomas, Adèle
- Authors: Magano, Kelebogile D. , Thomas, Adèle
- Date: 2017
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/244143 , uj:25245 , Citation: Magano, K.D. & Thomas, A. (2017). Organisational change and the psychological contract at a pharmaceutical company. SA Journal of Human Resource Management/SA Tydskrif vir Menslikehulpbronbestuur, 15(0), a920. https://doi.org/10.4102/sajhrm.v15i0.920 , ISSN: 2071-078X (Online) , ISSN: 1683-7584 (Print)
- Description: Abstract: Over a period of 6 years, a South African pharmaceutical company had been involved in several mergers and acquisitions. These changes had proved difficult for staff and staff attrition had risen. Research purpose: The objective of the study was to explore the perceptions of senior managers about the impact of change on the psychological contract. The sub-objectives were to determine what organisational factors contribute to changes in the psychological contract during periods of change, and the implications of the breach of the psychological contract for the company and its employees. Motivation for the study: As the company was set to embark on further mergers and acquisitions, the opinions of senior managers about how such changes should be addressed are important for the company. Research design, approach and method: A case study approach was used in this qualitative study. The population comprised 60 senior managers of whom 12 were purposefully selected for inclusion in the study. A semi structured interview schedule was used to capture the views of these managers and themes were extracted by means of content analysis.
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- Authors: Magano, Kelebogile D. , Thomas, Adèle
- Date: 2017
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/244143 , uj:25245 , Citation: Magano, K.D. & Thomas, A. (2017). Organisational change and the psychological contract at a pharmaceutical company. SA Journal of Human Resource Management/SA Tydskrif vir Menslikehulpbronbestuur, 15(0), a920. https://doi.org/10.4102/sajhrm.v15i0.920 , ISSN: 2071-078X (Online) , ISSN: 1683-7584 (Print)
- Description: Abstract: Over a period of 6 years, a South African pharmaceutical company had been involved in several mergers and acquisitions. These changes had proved difficult for staff and staff attrition had risen. Research purpose: The objective of the study was to explore the perceptions of senior managers about the impact of change on the psychological contract. The sub-objectives were to determine what organisational factors contribute to changes in the psychological contract during periods of change, and the implications of the breach of the psychological contract for the company and its employees. Motivation for the study: As the company was set to embark on further mergers and acquisitions, the opinions of senior managers about how such changes should be addressed are important for the company. Research design, approach and method: A case study approach was used in this qualitative study. The population comprised 60 senior managers of whom 12 were purposefully selected for inclusion in the study. A semi structured interview schedule was used to capture the views of these managers and themes were extracted by means of content analysis.
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Perceptions of human resource professionals of challenges to and strategies for retaining managers
- Uitzinger, Danielle, Chrysler-Fox, Pharny, Thomas, Adèle
- Authors: Uitzinger, Danielle , Chrysler-Fox, Pharny , Thomas, Adèle
- Date: 2018
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/369593 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/259615 , uj:27320 , Uitzinger, D., Chrysler-Fox, P. & Thomas, A., 2018, ‘Perceptions of human resource professionals of challenges to and strategies for retaining managers’, Acta Commercii 18(1), a504. https://doi.org/10.4102/ ac.v18i1.504 , ISSN: 1684-1999 (Online) , ISSN: 2413-1903 (Print )
- Description: Abstract: Orientation: Retaining and developing talented top- and middle-level managers who possess organisational-specific skills and experience promotes competitive advantage for organisations and is a long-term investment. Research purpose: The purpose of this study was to explore challenges to retention and effective retention strategies for top- and middle-level managers. Motivation for the study: Human resource (HR) managers are facing difficulties retaining managers as a result of ineffective retention strategies. This study aims to provide insight into suggested strategies to retain such managers...
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- Authors: Uitzinger, Danielle , Chrysler-Fox, Pharny , Thomas, Adèle
- Date: 2018
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://ujcontent.uj.ac.za8080/10210/369593 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/259615 , uj:27320 , Uitzinger, D., Chrysler-Fox, P. & Thomas, A., 2018, ‘Perceptions of human resource professionals of challenges to and strategies for retaining managers’, Acta Commercii 18(1), a504. https://doi.org/10.4102/ ac.v18i1.504 , ISSN: 1684-1999 (Online) , ISSN: 2413-1903 (Print )
- Description: Abstract: Orientation: Retaining and developing talented top- and middle-level managers who possess organisational-specific skills and experience promotes competitive advantage for organisations and is a long-term investment. Research purpose: The purpose of this study was to explore challenges to retention and effective retention strategies for top- and middle-level managers. Motivation for the study: Human resource (HR) managers are facing difficulties retaining managers as a result of ineffective retention strategies. This study aims to provide insight into suggested strategies to retain such managers...
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Plagiarism in South African management journals : a follow-up study
- Authors: Thomas, Adèle
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Academic ethics , Journal editors , Publishers
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/395909 , uj:32849 , Citation: Thomas A. Plagiarism in South African management journals: A follow-up study. S Afr J Sci. 2019;115(5/6), Art. #5723, 8 pages. https://doi. org/10.17159/sajs.2019/5723
- Description: Abstract: Internationally, a rise in plagiarism by academics has been reported. The objective of the present study was to examine the extent of plagiarism in articles appearing in 19 South African management journals published in 2016 and to compare the findings to a study undertaken in 2015 using 2011 data from the same 19 journals. This study progresses the debate around academic ethics and academic integrity in the country – a topic, thus far, that has received little research attention. A total of 454 published articles were submitted through the similarity detection software Turnitin™. High and excessive similarity was identified and over 80% of submissions evidenced similarity in excess of 9%. University administrators, journal editors and publishers, and the South African Department of Higher Education and Training are alerted to this plagiarism that undermines the academic pursuit. This awareness is particularly important as faculty serve as role models to students. Measures should thus be taken to ensure that faculty provide sound role models as ethical researchers. Significance: • Plagiarism is an ongoing and increasing problem and is particularly concerning when faculty themselves plagiarise, as it impacts institutional integrity and culture, and negatively influences role modelling for students. • The present study highlights the increase in plagiarism in the field of management and alerts other fields of academia to this problem. • University administrators and journal editors and publishers are reminded about the roles they can play to address plagiarism.
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- Authors: Thomas, Adèle
- Date: 2019
- Subjects: Academic ethics , Journal editors , Publishers
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/395909 , uj:32849 , Citation: Thomas A. Plagiarism in South African management journals: A follow-up study. S Afr J Sci. 2019;115(5/6), Art. #5723, 8 pages. https://doi. org/10.17159/sajs.2019/5723
- Description: Abstract: Internationally, a rise in plagiarism by academics has been reported. The objective of the present study was to examine the extent of plagiarism in articles appearing in 19 South African management journals published in 2016 and to compare the findings to a study undertaken in 2015 using 2011 data from the same 19 journals. This study progresses the debate around academic ethics and academic integrity in the country – a topic, thus far, that has received little research attention. A total of 454 published articles were submitted through the similarity detection software Turnitin™. High and excessive similarity was identified and over 80% of submissions evidenced similarity in excess of 9%. University administrators, journal editors and publishers, and the South African Department of Higher Education and Training are alerted to this plagiarism that undermines the academic pursuit. This awareness is particularly important as faculty serve as role models to students. Measures should thus be taken to ensure that faculty provide sound role models as ethical researchers. Significance: • Plagiarism is an ongoing and increasing problem and is particularly concerning when faculty themselves plagiarise, as it impacts institutional integrity and culture, and negatively influences role modelling for students. • The present study highlights the increase in plagiarism in the field of management and alerts other fields of academia to this problem. • University administrators and journal editors and publishers are reminded about the roles they can play to address plagiarism.
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Retention of high-potential employees in a development finance company
- Letchmiah, Lishani, Thomas, Adèle
- Authors: Letchmiah, Lishani , Thomas, Adèle
- Date: 2017
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/244151 , uj:25246 , Citation: Letchmiah, L. & Thomas, A. 2017. Retention of high-potential employees in a development finance company. SA Journal of Human Resource Management/SA Tydskrif vir Menslikehulpbronbestuur, 15(0), a924. https://doi.org/10.4102/sajhrm.v15i0.924 , ISSN: 2071-078X (Online) , ISSN: 1683-7584 (Print)
- Description: Abstract: The loss of high-potential employees was a concern to leaders at a South African development finance company. The research question that guided the study was: How can high-potential employees be retained in the company? Research purpose: The objective of the study was to identify factors that positively impact the retention of high-potential employees in a development finance company. Motivation for the study: The organisation that comprised the unit of study had prioritised employee development to retain high-potential employees, thereby aiming to build a strong talent pipeline and a sustainable knowledge base. A prevalent concern was that there were no formal retention programmes for high-potential employees. Accordingly, organisational leaders could benefit from understanding those retention factors that may serve to retain such employees.
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- Authors: Letchmiah, Lishani , Thomas, Adèle
- Date: 2017
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/244151 , uj:25246 , Citation: Letchmiah, L. & Thomas, A. 2017. Retention of high-potential employees in a development finance company. SA Journal of Human Resource Management/SA Tydskrif vir Menslikehulpbronbestuur, 15(0), a924. https://doi.org/10.4102/sajhrm.v15i0.924 , ISSN: 2071-078X (Online) , ISSN: 1683-7584 (Print)
- Description: Abstract: The loss of high-potential employees was a concern to leaders at a South African development finance company. The research question that guided the study was: How can high-potential employees be retained in the company? Research purpose: The objective of the study was to identify factors that positively impact the retention of high-potential employees in a development finance company. Motivation for the study: The organisation that comprised the unit of study had prioritised employee development to retain high-potential employees, thereby aiming to build a strong talent pipeline and a sustainable knowledge base. A prevalent concern was that there were no formal retention programmes for high-potential employees. Accordingly, organisational leaders could benefit from understanding those retention factors that may serve to retain such employees.
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The contribution of a mega-event to the sustainable development of South African tourism
- Van Lill, Daneel, Thomas, Adèle
- Authors: Van Lill, Daneel , Thomas, Adèle
- Date: 2012
- Subjects: Mega-event management , Sustainable tourism , South African tourism , FIFA World Cup 2010 , Developing economies
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:5864 , ISSN 1993-8233 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/7961
- Description: The objectives of the study were to determine the relevance and the management of the drivers that underlie the hosting of a mega-event aimed at promoting sustainable tourism development, in this case, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World CupTM that was held in South Africa in 2010. A web-based survey was constructed and 217 international academic and industry experts were invited to participate in a survey that was conducted six weeks prior to the commencement of the World Cup and one that was conducted six weeks after the ending of the event. A 24% response rate was received to the first survey and an 18% response rate to the second. Respondents regarded the strategic drivers contained within the constructs of socio-cultural, economic and environmental as relevant for the evaluation of the contribution of a mega-event to sustainable tourism development. In addition, a fourth construct viz. a managerial construct was also deemed valid in this regard. Performance related to this managerial construct indicated significant improvements against anticipated outcomes in the areas of managerial capacity development, learning optimisation, media management and achieved standards of safety and security.
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- Authors: Van Lill, Daneel , Thomas, Adèle
- Date: 2012
- Subjects: Mega-event management , Sustainable tourism , South African tourism , FIFA World Cup 2010 , Developing economies
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:5864 , ISSN 1993-8233 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/7961
- Description: The objectives of the study were to determine the relevance and the management of the drivers that underlie the hosting of a mega-event aimed at promoting sustainable tourism development, in this case, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) World CupTM that was held in South Africa in 2010. A web-based survey was constructed and 217 international academic and industry experts were invited to participate in a survey that was conducted six weeks prior to the commencement of the World Cup and one that was conducted six weeks after the ending of the event. A 24% response rate was received to the first survey and an 18% response rate to the second. Respondents regarded the strategic drivers contained within the constructs of socio-cultural, economic and environmental as relevant for the evaluation of the contribution of a mega-event to sustainable tourism development. In addition, a fourth construct viz. a managerial construct was also deemed valid in this regard. Performance related to this managerial construct indicated significant improvements against anticipated outcomes in the areas of managerial capacity development, learning optimisation, media management and achieved standards of safety and security.
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