Papers by Donovan McFarlane
Journal of Knowledge Management Practice, 2009
This paper examines the business school in the 21st century with special emphasis on integrating ... more This paper examines the business school in the 21st century with special emphasis on integrating Knowledge Management (KM) philosophy as an innovative platform in ensuring sustainability and survival. The authors propose the integration and use of knowledge management philosophy and concepts by means of the KMBOK (knowledge management body of knowledge) and exploration of market leadership models to create competitive programs and effective knowledge workers to deal with the problems and challenges of today and the future. The field of knowledge management and its applications and ideas are proposed as the next logical passage for rebuilding and developing business schools to their optimum
This paper reviews Robert F. Grattan’s Strategic Review: The Process of Strategy Formulation in C... more This paper reviews Robert F. Grattan’s Strategic Review: The Process of Strategy Formulation in Complex Organisations (2011), by focusing on one major implied question emerging from the title of the book: “Is the Process of Strategy Formulation Different in Complex Organizations?” The author first examines the theoretical contents of Grattan’s book relative to existing and emerging literature on the strategic process by examining several theories discussed therein. The author examines the purpose and functions of strategy formulation in general and then discusses the contents of each of Grattan’s chapters as they relate this process applied to the Strategic Defence Review (SDR) process conducted by the United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence using strategic business management theory and governmental decision theory mainly based in policy analysis. Brief critical analysis of the value of Grattan’s work to the literature on strategy and the strategic process, as well as recommendations ...
This research explores the effectiveness or ineffectiveness of deterrence theory with respect to ... more This research explores the effectiveness or ineffectiveness of deterrence theory with respect to military and law enforcement counter-terrorism initiatives and compares it to legitimacy theory with respect to causal counter-terrorism initiatives. The researcher defines the concepts of deterrence and legitimacy in the counterterrorism context and discusses their applicability to law enforcement and military counter-terrorism models. In further examining counter-terrorism practices, the researcher discusses ho w the Vienna Declaration and Programme of Action at the 1993 World Conference on Human Rights ushered in a new age of counter-terrorism initiatives, a new way of looking at terrorism, and a new tool kit of vertical responses to the threat of terrorism. P articular attention is given to how the Vienna Declaration and Programme of Action at the 1993 World Conference on Human Rights altered counter-terrorism activity during the second stage of modern terrorism from the first stage, and the effects of this app roach during the third stage of counter-terrorism. Finally, the researcher describes the different types of terrorist groups, their interaction with other groups, and provides examples of each while explaining how classification of terrorist organizations and groups helps to provide insights into methods of combating terrorism.
This paper examines some of the barriers to excellence in business education in the 21 st century... more This paper examines some of the barriers to excellence in business education in the 21 st century where so many business programs, schools, and colleges have emerged to dominate the higher education market. The author attempts to define and explain Excellence in Business Education (EBE) and explores several barriers to excellence in business education including accreditation, accreditation discrimination, current business school educational philosophy, faculty education and scholarship, business school leadership, and risk aversion. The author identifies several low-level barriers to excellence in education including technology and access to resources, availability of business knowledge and information, funding, student readiness for business studies, student motivation, program design and rigor, and existing match between curriculum and practice. The implications of these barriers to excellence in business education are digested in the culmination of several recommendations for 21 st
Advanced Science and Technology Letters, 2017
In this paper the author examines the roles and responsibilities of business schools and colleges... more In this paper the author examines the roles and responsibilities of business schools and colleges as they shape organizations, individuals, and society and affect value creation and leadership. The author discusses some of the errors or mistakes that business schools make in their attempt to teach and educate leaders and managers, and to create successful entrepreneurs. The author believes that business schools and colleges should base education and training on realistic models that mirror the harsh world of reality in which graduates must work and survive by teaching skills that are readily applicable to survival. The ethical and social responsibilities of business schools and colleges are examined as well as the types of leadership: administrative, educational, and business leadership that define leadership in business schools and colleges. Finally, the author provides a summary of the roles and responsibilities of business schools and colleges as vibrant and vital strategic links...
Journal of Business, 2010
... women must apply equal problem solving or conceptual, interpersonal, and technical skills in ... more ... women must apply equal problem solving or conceptual, interpersonal, and technical skills in ... similar levels of stressful work relationships, work-life balance, over load, job security ... of women's rights including access to higher education and gender-based salary differences. ...
The Department of Management is seeking qualified applicants with expertise in the fields of sust... more The Department of Management is seeking qualified applicants with expertise in the fields of sustainability, corporate social responsibility, corporate governance, and strategic management. Applicant should possess a doctorate in business from an AACSB accredited school. Applicants must demonstrate excellence in teaching and research in their disciplines.
International Affairs and Global Strategy, 2017
This paper exposes the non-state actors of repression by describing their roles and modus operand... more This paper exposes the non-state actors of repression by describing their roles and modus operandi, and their impact on citizens and the power of the state as the monopolizer of legitimate use of coercion or physical force. Repression is perceived as the coercive use of power through physical actions that may include different types of violence by the state and certain non-state actors to induce or prohibit certain behaviors, responses, or actions from citizens, and oppositions, as a way of communicating or strengthening the authority of a state, monarch, or government. It also includes the use of information and intelligence to create situations of oppression for citizens. Repression is a widespread practice in modern society and a challenge to the interactions and relationships of citizens and nations.
This paper, as a continuation of the author's presentation and development of ideas about the... more This paper, as a continuation of the author's presentation and development of ideas about the School Economy which was explored in a previous publication, examines the components of the School Economy, and the opportunities and problems and challenges of the School Economy as they affect the processes of schooling and education, and the institution of teaching and learning; the school in the 21 st century. Philosophical questions concerning the nature, purpose, practices, functions, and changing character of schools, education, and schooling are examined and the author looks at several issues that are common to education at all levels, paying specific attention to higher education and the role of the university throughout history and in modern times, as a comparative basis for illustrating the changing perspective we have of education and the impact this has created on individuals and society in the form and development of the School Economy. The works and writings of Bill Readi...
This paper examines the global growth of Asia as it creates opportunities, with one particular ne... more This paper examines the global growth of Asia as it creates opportunities, with one particular negative social issue arising out of increased migration to Asia by individuals of varying racial, ethnic, national, educational, social and cultural backgrounds. This particular issue is one with a credential of centuries of controversy which evades much of the emerging and present literature discussing the growth and change in Asian prospects, economy, and societies. The issue is racism, especially as experienced by individuals of African or Black descent seeking professional and sociocultural opportunities in Asia, specifically in the countries of China and South Korea where reports and incidents of racial treatment and discrimination are increasingly being experienced by blacks recruited and being recruited by international management and career companies seeking foreigners to teach English or work in other sectors of the Asian economy. The author presents overview of growth factors in...
DOI: 10.21276/sjhss.2018.3.9.8 Abstract: This is an analysis, commentary, and critique of the “Pl... more DOI: 10.21276/sjhss.2018.3.9.8 Abstract: This is an analysis, commentary, and critique of the “Planet of the Apes” saga, with major focus on the 2011 film, “Rise of the Planet of the Apes”. The author examines the film from the perspective of an extended and continuing, overarching theme characterizing earlier films of the same: “Planet of the Apes” (1963), and “Planet of the Apes” (2001). The issue of freedom and anthropocentric values defining things human are examined in the face of what emerges as a merger or transformation of this “humanity” to, and with apes, and thus, the creation of what the author describes as “Apeity” in the film. The author examines what can be viewed as a bi-directional “violation” of both Humanity and “Apeity” and describes this “violation” in terms of its meaning to the concept of Humanity using various characters from these films and explores the “apish” and “human” values and behaviors inherent in concepts of culture – social psychological and sociol...
Management and Administrative Sciences Review, 2015
In this paper the author explores some of the works of leadership guru, founder, and president of... more In this paper the author explores some of the works of leadership guru, founder, and president of Strategic Global Assistance, Inc., Malcolm Webber, Ph.D. The author believes that Webber has some important practical lessons on teams, change, and leadership stemming from his extensive writings and works in the area of leadership and that these are important to be considered in mainstream academic literature on the subject. Furthermore, the author points out that Webber’s work, while existing mainly within the framework of ministry and Christian theology and philosophy of leadership and followership, is extremely important in expanding one’s perspectives beyond the parochialism defining theories and ideas in leadership, especially concerning teams and change. Finally, the author recommends that mainstream academic leaders and scholars need to take a more expansive approach to exploring the literature in their fields in order to encounter and integrate important authors and writers, pr...
International Letters of Social and Humanistic Sciences, Oct 1, 2018
The researcher examines IQ indicators and focuses on the Level of Educational Attainment (LEA) of... more The researcher examines IQ indicators and focuses on the Level of Educational Attainment (LEA) of Trump and Waters by accessing, analyzing, and interpreting the most current vital data on Level of Educational Attainment (LEA) at the postsecondary level, specifically examining both parties' (Trump and Waters) LEA in relation to the population samples within their age groups. Additionally, the researcher briefly looks at the life circumstances of both Donald Trump and Maxine Waters to make an educated conclusion about both leaders' levels of intelligence and IQs.
Abstract. This paper examines the perceptions of business school, college, and program accreditat... more Abstract. This paper examines the perceptions of business school, college, and program accreditation relative to the practices and strategies of the AACSB to promote itself as the “Gold Standard ” of accreditation. The author explores competition in business education accreditation by looking at some of the most notable players across the globe and their current institutional membership. The value of AACSB degrees are examined in terms value to individuals and the real value of accreditation via its impact on culture and institutional ability to adapt to change. The idea that accreditation, especially AACSB accreditation increases costs of at tendance and operations is communicated, and the author argues on the comparative scholarly productivity of AACSB-degreed faculty members and their non-AACSB counterparts, bridge programs, and AACSB quality myths. The author discusses business practices by AACSB and its member institutions relative to prospective faculty or faculty applicants a...
The International Journal of Management, 2011
Many challenges confront older workers who remain employed or who seek to reenter the job market.... more Many challenges confront older workers who remain employed or who seek to reenter the job market. One challenge is age discrimination in employment. The purpose of this practical article, therefore, is to examine the important and challenging topic of the aging workforce and particularly age discrimination in employment in a variety of global contexts – legal, cultural, ethical, managerial, and practical. Important goals of the authors are to help employers avoid age discrimination lawsuits as well as to provide appropriate recommendations to employers to help them deal with the challenges of attracting, hiring, retaining, and developing older workers in the workforce in a value-maximizing manner for all the organization’s stakeholders. The authors examine age discrimination in the global work environment and convey its deleterious consequences and international and managerial implications. Furthermore, suggestions for discrimination awareness and cultural sensitivity training are p...
The journal of applied management and entrepreneurship, 2006
Evaluating Training Programs: The Four Levels Donald L. Kirkpatrick and James D. Kirkpatrick 3rd ... more Evaluating Training Programs: The Four Levels Donald L. Kirkpatrick and James D. Kirkpatrick 3rd Edition Berrett-Koehler Publishers, Inc.: San Francisco (2006) 379 pages, $39.95 Reviewed by: Donovan A. McFarlane St. Thomas University Training programs must be a constant and vibrant part of organizational structure, development and settings in order to attain growth, effective transition, and achieve strategic goals. The success of training programs in today's organizations will dictate the failures and successes along the path of performance and market vitality. Training programs are the most effective, subtle and passive method of overcoming resistance to change and represent the most viable approach to cultivating new philosophies and values in employees. The development of effective training programs has seen successful invention and implementation over the last few decades, especially with the available technological and training tools we have amassed. The most pressing need...
Researchers World, 2013
ABSTRACTEducational quality and school attainment go hand in hand and affect individual earnings,... more ABSTRACTEducational quality and school attainment go hand in hand and affect individual earnings, income distribution, and economic growth. The quality of education is more important in economic progress and growth than the role and the quantity of schooling. Improving educational quality requires focusing on national priorities, institutions, and efficient educational spending (Hanushek & Woessmann, 2007). There is also a role to be played by leadership, but perhaps leadership at the national-directive level where the goals of a country are the factors shaping educational learning contents and standards. This paper examines the state of education and schooling in America in relation to the existing crisis which has led to increasing calls for higher attainment, more accountability, and effective leadership, higher standards, and more time in school during an academic year. The authors explores the ideological basis of American education and school systems crisis from the perspectiv...
The College Quarterly, 2010
This essay addresses a critical problem in today's college classroom: dealing with unmotivated an... more This essay addresses a critical problem in today's college classroom: dealing with unmotivated and undermotivated students whose inclination toward learning stems from both academic and social factors that the faculty must effectively address to meet teaching-learning goals, meet course requirements, and his or her responsibility in contributing to student success as defined by the institution. The author discusses this problem and the teaching learning challenges it poses for faculty members in higher educational settings, explores how the challenge can be met through modified perspective on teaching and learning theorymultiple intelligences, differentiated instruction, and then communicates personal strategies and recommendations. Introduction: The Problem Annually, millions of students enter colleges and universities or higher educational institutions across the globe, some fully ready and motivated to learn, others marginally ready, and yet others simply not ready or academically and socially unprepared for post-secondary or tertiary educational studies. Many colleges and universities or institutions of higher education have strategies and programs designed to meet the learning needs of those who are marginally ready, or who traditionally, would not be considered ready or motivated for college. Some of these institutions lower academic requirements to accommodate these prospective students, while others simply admit them into college remediation and transitional programs. In fact, some universities and colleges across the globe specialize in targeting the sector of the prospective college population that consists of marginally and academically unready students, and make great profits and business out of this. There are several such colleges and universities operating in the United States and elsewhere, but it would not be politically correct to name examples here. These are most often proprietary educational corporations or private institutions belonging to an educational corporation owning institutions and education-based or related businesses at several levels. Most of these institutions cater to students who before, would never have the opportunity to acquire higher educational credentials due to what was traditionally a universal "weed-out" process. These students are now earning similar degrees; equally accredited and recognized as those earned by their academically prepared and socially motivated counterparts. Those who enter more traditional-based institutions must often meet higher entrance requirements that are based on standardized test scores and specific grade point average (GPA) and other academically-based requirements. These schools are perceived to have higher educational quality and value, and in some cases, accreditation, even though the industry of educational accreditation is seeing less and less distinctions in the accreditation of sub-marginal, marginal, and great schools. Students who are academically and socially unprepared, or who are not college-ready also enter the traditional, more academically tempered colleges and universities sometimes as diversity and other equal opportunity initiatives overcome stringent academic standards. The problem of dealing with the academically and socially unprepared learner is therefore not unique to proprietary institutions that capitalize upon this sector of the college student population across the globe. Thus, a unique problem exists for faculty members of higher educational institutions of all types and levels: teaching the unmotivated and/or under-motivated student.
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