The APBM 2024 Conference Proceedings, a valuable resource for academics and practitioners, have been published.
This collection features papers presented at the 5th International Conference on Applied Psychology and Business Management, held in an online format.
The proceedings showcase cutting-edge research and case studies from a diverse group of international experts.
Overview of the Book
International Developments in Applied Psychology and Business Management is a compilation of peer-reviewed proceedings from the 5th International Conference on Applied Psychology and Business Management (APBM 2024), held in Bursa, Türkiye, from October 10–12, 2024. Edited by Prof. Dr. Iryna Sekret, the volume is published by STARTINFORUM in partnership with the International Association for Technology, Education and Language Studies (IATELS) and Galgotias University.
The book brings together international research exploring interdisciplinary connections between organizational behavior, business management, technology, and applied psychology.
Key Themes & Selected Papers
1. Gender Dynamics & Workplace Behavior
- Surrogate Patriarchs in Academia: Dr. Nadia Anwar analyzes intra-gender hostility and “surrogate patriarchy” among female faculty in Pakistani higher education, examining how internalized misogyny and competitive dynamics affect female leadership and equity.
- Female Psychopathic Bullying: Fiona M. Girkin and Sharyn Curran examine the hidden psychological costs of female psychopathic bullying in Tasmanian welfare organizations, demonstrating how relational aggression, manipulation, and gaslighting negatively impact mental health and career advancement.
2. Leadership & Organizational Ethics
- Servant Leadership in Non-Profits: Joseph Anthony Narciso Z. Tiangco explores servant leadership within the Taiwan Love and Hope International Charity, highlighting how empathy, active listening, and stewardship drive social impact and align with corporate social responsibility (CSR) and the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
- Organizational Ethos & Citizenship Behavior: Prof. Dr. Phalgu Niranjana et al. examine how organizational ethos influences Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) across institutions in India.
3. Technology, Security & Modern Management
- Business Intelligence (BI) in Higher Education: Badriah Othman Zaila et al. present research on how top management support enhances strategic decision-making through BI systems in Saudi Arabian universities.
- Green IT & Organizational Governance: Sumaiya Pervaiz et al. investigate governance factors that support sustainable living and Green IT adoption in Pakistani organizations.
- Social Engineering Defense: Marwah Alomair et al. evaluate strategies to strengthen organizational resilience against cyber and social engineering threats in Saudi Arabian entities.
- Virtual Economy Engagement: Suresh Kashinath Ghatge and Anuradha Parasar outline modern strategies for navigating and participating in the emerging virtual economy.
Key Takeaways
Global Academic Representation: Features contributions from researchers across Türkiye, Australia, India, Pakistan, Taiwan, Saudi Arabia, and Jordan.
Practical Focus: Combines theoretical insights with actionable frameworks for organizational resilience, ethical leadership, cybersecurity awareness, and gender equity in professional settings.