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1 - Training of University’s Human Resources and its Impact on Quality of work life and performance of staff (case study: Iran university of science and Technology staffs)
علی بنیادی نایینی سید محسن اقبالی

This study has been implemented aimed to investigate the effect of training on quality of work life and work performance among employees Iran University of Science and Technology. In order to achieve this target statistical population (all employees Iran University of S More

This study has been implemented aimed to investigate the effect of training on quality of work life and work performance among employees Iran University of Science and Technology. In order to achieve this target statistical population (all employees Iran University of Science and Technology) which were 1180, have divided into 3 groups; service staff, administrative staff and professors. And of these, 500 employees that randomly selected from a list of employees, responded to the survey questionnaire. Research method is Correlation and questionnaires used in the survey includes: Quality of work life questionnaire (with 27 questions) components are designed based on the quality of work life, Casio Merton’s and Training questionnaire (with 19 questions) and performance assessment questionnaire (with 12 questions). To assess the reliability are used Cronbach's alpha and SPSS software, Where was obtained; reliability coefficient of performance assessment questionnaire 0/84, Reliability coefficients quality of work life questionnaire 0/88 and Reliability coefficient of training method 0/79. In order to analyze data and determine the relationship between the three variables, we used correlation test and to check whether or not a significant difference was used analysis of variance. This study indicates that "the relationship between quality of work life and performance of staff is significant in level of 0/014 with training staff. The main results of this study indicated an inverse relation between the level of education of employees and their willingness to learn. Manuscript profile

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2 - Developing the Quinquennial Strategic Plan for the IRIB University
اردشیر زابلی زاده

The IRIB University - as a leading institution in educating media science and technology across Iran, region and the world of Islam, and privileged position in supplying IRIB human resources - needs a comprehensive study to determine its ideals, objectives, strategies, More

The IRIB University - as a leading institution in educating media science and technology across Iran, region and the world of Islam, and privileged position in supplying IRIB human resources - needs a comprehensive study to determine its ideals, objectives, strategies, and requirements. So, to make the universities effective, we should run strategic plan so that while carrying out the coordinated activities, to achieve lofty goals. The study is done to present a quinquennial strategic plan for the IRIB University. To gather the information, quantitative and qualitative methods such as: interview, surveying records and documents, analyzing the accomplished studies and organizing strategic meetings were applied. The gathered information was analyzed through swat technique. The sample society was chosen among officials and people being familiar with IRIB and University issues. In this case, 50 people were taken to fill up the questionnaire, among them, 40 questionnaires were completed and had been analyzed. The polling section relating to the swat analysis, a self-made questionnaire consisting of open and closed questions were used. Based on the results, the University’s strategic plans and objectives were designated in the following six domains: - Human resource (including faculty members, student, staffs and administrators). - Education. - Research and technology. - Structure and management. - Religious, cultural and social system. - And scientific, educational and international cooperation in the World of Islam. Manuscript profile

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3 - Explain the gap in entrepreneurship and technology commercialization in cooperation between industry and university
yazdan moradi siamak noori

T he present study aimed to evaluate the analysis of studies in the field of cooperation between industry and university Over the past three decades have done so through a gap in cooperation between them be explained. This study used a descriptive-analytic review of re More

T he present study aimed to evaluate the analysis of studies in the field of cooperation between industry and university Over the past three decades have done so through a gap in cooperation between them be explained. This study used a descriptive-analytic review of research methods. And previous studies have been done and then get the experts from Through in-depth interviews with experts from both university and industry organizations.Continued Interviews conducted on the basis of theoretical adequacy of the data was stopped on 18 interviews. Of these, 8 out of university professors and experts in the subject, 3 persons CEO industrial companies,4 people, government officials and three experts in the field of entrepreneurship and CEO of intermediary companies participated in interviews. The results show that although University-industry cooperation in education, research and Knowledge-based entrepreneurship & technology commercialization is raised but over time the share of education and too research reduced and a desire for cooperation of Knowledge-based entrepreneurship and technology commercialization has increased. Review current approaches in cooperation between industry and universities prefer to Ability of the private sector and companies of intermediate (hub), especially in knowledge-based entrepreneurship and technology commercialization. The results show that the role of local patterns and human resources entrepreneur who has Commitment and sense of responsibility towards the country, industry and university cooperation with industry and university was found in successful models. Manuscript profile

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4 - decision support system design by using data mining tools (CASE STUDY Cultural Assistance of University of Science and Technology)
Rouzbeh Ghousi emad chizari hani vahdani

decision-making,is the most important duty of managers. In the new era , decision-making process has many difficulties and delicacies; so that decision-making without the use of new technologies and information analysis , the objectives will not be achieved as desired. More

decision-making,is the most important duty of managers. In the new era , decision-making process has many difficulties and delicacies; so that decision-making without the use of new technologies and information analysis , the objectives will not be achieved as desired. Efficient management in addition to knowledge & experience management, needs to know how to use information systems. decision support system(DSS) is one of these systems that support decision-making process for managers. In this paper , at first we review the literature of decision support systems; then data mining as a tool to extract information and knowledge from organizational raw data is introduced. This extracted knowledge, may contain concepts and informations that are neglected in organization up to now, so this knowledge can help managers in Decision-making process. Eventually, The findings of this study has been used to help managers and vicars in their decisions at Iran University of Science and Technology(IUST). Manuscript profile

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5 - Structural Pattern of the Effects of Total Quality Management Components on Staff’s job Performance Along with Moderating Role of Organizational Factors in Teacher Training Universities
akbar keshavarzi

The main purpose of this research was to explore the effect of total quality management’ (TQM) components on the job performance of the employees considering the moderating effect of personal factors in teacher education universities of Iran. This study was conducted us More

The main purpose of this research was to explore the effect of total quality management’ (TQM) components on the job performance of the employees considering the moderating effect of personal factors in teacher education universities of Iran. This study was conducted using correlational research method. Its statistical population consisted of all the staff employees working in the teacher education universities situated in 32 provinces of Iran (n=2553). Using Kerjesi-Morgan table and random cluster sampling method, a sample of 335 subjects was selected. Data collection was done using four questionnaires including TQM’s questionnaire developed by US Federal Quality Institute, Paterson’s (2000) job performance questionnaire and two self-designed questionnaires on the personal knowledge and skill factors which were checked and confirmed by the respective experts and practitioners in terms of their validity. Estimated using Cronbach’s alpha, the reliability of four questionnaires was found to be 0.97, 0.92, 0.95 and 0.74, respectively. As per the results, there was a statistically significant relationship between the components of customer focus, employee empowerment and teamwork, quality analysis, quality assurance and quality improvement and the job performance with the moderating effect of personal knowledge (P<0.01). Furthermore, considering the skill as the moderator variable, a statistically significant relationship was observed between the top management support and leadership, strategic planning, customer focus, quality assurance and quality improvement and the job performance of the employees in question(P<0.01). ). It is suggested that Teacher Training Universities apply Total Quality Management to improve job performance of their staff, where organizational culture and organizational support play a key role. Manuscript profile

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6 - A Survey on the Current Status of Knowledge Management of Payame Noor University of Khuzestan Province
abbas abbas por Farhad Kianfar mohamad reza nili ahmad abadi hamid rahimiyan esmat momeni

The present study was conducted with the aim of investigating the present status of the knowledge management level of Payame Noor University of Khuzestan province by descriptive and survey research. The statistical population of this study is all faculty members of Paya More

The present study was conducted with the aim of investigating the present status of the knowledge management level of Payame Noor University of Khuzestan province by descriptive and survey research. The statistical population of this study is all faculty members of Payame Noor University of Khuzestan who have 171 people. The same number is selected as a statistical sample. The data gathering tool was a researcher-made knowledge management questionnaire based on the Unica and Tike Uchihi model, whose validity was confirmed using statutory guidance and counselor's opinion, and its reliability was obtained by Cronbach's alpha, with a figure of 0.88 the internal consistency of the questionnaires was internal. To analyze the data, descriptive statistics such as mean and standard deviation, as well as inferential statistics methods, were used to examine the existing status of knowledge management levels. The findings of this study showed that Knowledge Management in the field of hidden knowledge, knowledge outsourcing process, synthesis process, internalization process, collective hidden knowledge of knowledge socialization level, Knowledge socialization process in higher than average condition in Payame Noor University of Khuzestan province. And the significance level obtained also confirms the researcher's hypotheses about the existence of knowledge management levels mentioned in Payame Noor University of Khuzestan. Ultimately, the only obvious individual's knowledge of the university was below average. Also, the apparent collective knowledge that comes from the collection of knowledge synthesis process is also relatively weak. The results of this study showed that of the four levels of knowledge of the model in the studied university, according to the obtained points, the three levels of internal and external knowledge transfer are in a desirable situation, and only the level of knowledge of the combination is in a relatively weak position It needs to pay more attention to this level of knowledge, meaning that the university has not performed at this level and offers the necessary proposals at the end. Manuscript profile

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7 - Model of the relationships between Network Leadership antecedents
rouhollah sharifi Hasan Alvedari reza rasouli Mohammad Montazeri

The development of network leadership theory in the field of university activities is an important step towards the development of network literature. Due to the wide range of communication of Payame Noor University with internal and external organizations as well as th More

The development of network leadership theory in the field of university activities is an important step towards the development of network literature. Due to the wide range of communication of Payame Noor University with internal and external organizations as well as the qualitative and quantitative goals of the university, network leadership is the best leadership style to maximize the control, control and maximum utilization of Payame Noor University's communication capacity.In this regard, the present study has attempted to identify the network leadership antecedents at Payame Noor University and to investigate the causal relationships between these antecedents using Fuzzy DEMATEL technique.This research is applicable in terms of purpose, and descriptive in terms of data collection. In order to collect data we used the viewpoints of experts which selected by purposeful sampling and Sample size for completing the questionnaire of 12 full-time faculty members of Payame Noor University with a minimum associate degree and 10 years of academic background from ten areas of Payame Noor University. After identifying Network Leadership antecedents at Payam-e-Noor University from the literature, to determine the status of causal relations among these factors, Fuzzy DEMATEL technique was used over 6 steps. The results of data analysis showed that among the extracted antecedent from literature, empowerment is the most fundamental factor. Also, the two factors of empowerment and leader proactivity are the most influential factors among other network leadership antecedents at Payam-e-Noor University, and on the opposite side are the most influential indicators, culture and spirit of participation. According to the results of the research, Payam Noor University administrators should pay special attention to empowerment and leader proactivity as the two main factors influencing the implementation and optimal implementation of network leadership. Manuscript profile

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8 - Designing a Genetic Model of Brand Identity: A New Approach to Higher Education Brand Management
azade Fatemifar Naser Azad Abdollah Naami adel fatemi

In a competitive and complex market of higher education, universities must adopt strategies to maintain and improve their competitiveness. They need to create competitive advantage through a unique set of features, and having a unique identity is vital to differentiate More

In a competitive and complex market of higher education, universities must adopt strategies to maintain and improve their competitiveness. They need to create competitive advantage through a unique set of features, and having a unique identity is vital to differentiate and attract students and staff. The purpose of this study was to identify the effective components and design a brand identity model based on the concept of brand DNA in non-governmental universities. Methodology, In terms of purpose, was applied research and exploratory in nature which exclusively was conducted by the systematic grounded theory .The research population includes related academicians and experts of marketing and branding and the managers of universities. The research data were collected through in depth semi structured interviews. Judgmental sampling was used. To determine sample size continued to reach the theoretical saturation. And finally 13 interviews were conducted. Open, axial and selective coding was used to analyze the data. The components of data analysis in 6 main category, 11 main categories and 43 subcategories including causal conditions, contextual conditions internal factors and visual identity, axial phenomenon, intervening conditions, strategies ,outcome were categorized. The findings suggest that having a strong and integrated brand identity in higher education is essential and requires a comprehensive and coherent genetic infrastructure and approach. Manuscript profile

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9 - Presenting a model for explaining the impact of knowledge management on the lean of services based on the maturity level of organizational KM: A case study of Payam Noor University
Mohadeseh Nikookar Roxana Fekri Marzieh Babaeianpoor peyman Akhavan

The lean approach seeks to eliminate non-value-added activities and knowledge management to create and apply useable and accessible knowledge for value creation. Therefore, knowledge management is predicted to have a significant impact on the leanness of an organization More

The lean approach seeks to eliminate non-value-added activities and knowledge management to create and apply useable and accessible knowledge for value creation. Therefore, knowledge management is predicted to have a significant impact on the leanness of an organization. On the other hand, despite the fact that the service sector has become a major resource in the economies of the countries, there is little research on how to implement a lean approach in this sector. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of knowledge management on lean service. For this purpose, the dimensions of lean service were first extracted using the grounded theory. In the following, a questionnaire was designed to measure the maturity level of organizations’ knowledge management. Then, structural equation modeling was performed to illustrate the impact of knowledge management on lean service of Payam Noor Universities by using Smart PLS 2 software. The statistical population of this study is all employees, professors, managers and assistants of Payam Noor Universities. Using sample random sampling, 200 questionnaires were distributed to the statistical population, 157 of which were completed and analyzed. After making sure that the measurement and structural models of the research are acceptable, the results suggest that KM plays an important role in improving the lean of Payam Noor Universities. In the field of knowledge management, factors such as knowledge management leadership, organization’s processes, people and knowledge managements’ outcomes have greatest impact on lean service at Payam Noor University. Therefore, managers of Payam Noor University can improve the maturity level of the knowledge management of the organization and then improve the lean status of their organization by focusing on these factors. By applying this model, service managers, especially university managers, can provide an appropriate platform for their use in managing these organizations through the link between knowledge management and lean. Manuscript profile

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