S/B/381. Dissertation. Individualism / Collectivism and Conflict Resolution Styles: Cross cultural study of middle level bank managers in National Bank of Dubai, UAE

The dissertation examines conflict resolution styles in middle level managers of different nationalities in National Bank of Dubai (NBD), UAE. Literature is reviewed on the theories of culture and conflict, focusing on cultural differences, particularly, on the dichotomy of individualism and collectivism. The research methods include statistical analysis of primary data collected via questionnaires, and qualitative analysis of secondary data. Conclusions are made about the relationships between the cultural variables and conflict resolution styles in NBD managers.

C/HR/291. Dissertation. Leadership Thought and Culture: comparison of leadership in East and West

The dissertation compares leadership theories and practices across cultures focusing on the differences between the North West of Europe, the South East of Europe and Iran as an example of Eastern leadership styles. The dissertation includes a comprehensive review of literature on the theory of leadership and culture focusing on the relationship between culture and leadership. Building on this foundation, the dissertation examines the cultural differences between North West Europe, South East Europe, and Iran highlighting the impact of these cultural differences on leadership thought and practice.

S/EC/67. Dissertation. Collaboration in Higher Education between UK and Nigeria

The dissertation examines collaboration in Higher Education (HE) between the UK and Nigeria. The profile of Nigeria is presented. The research methods are described including primary data collection through semi-structured and unstructured interviews and analysis of secondary data obtained from academic sources. The review of literature touches on the role of higher education, the links between university and society, cultural differences and related communication problems, the theory of competition and collaboration, etc. The cases of collaboration between Britain and Nigeria in HE are considered. Conclusions are made about the potential of British Universities to establish successful collaboration with Nigerian Higher Education Institutions.

S/FC/21. Dissertation. A contemporary study exploring the development of identity in the emo sub-culture of Manchester

The dissertation investigates modern emo punk rock sub-culture in Manchester reviewing academic literature on the origins and traditional features of the sub-culture, the musical history of Manchester, the principles of cultural geography, etc. The methods of research include primary data collection through face-to-face interviews and questionnaires distributed around the studied location. Conclusions are made about how an emo identity is formed in Manchester.

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