INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MODERN TRENDS IN SOCIAL SCIENCES (IJMTSS)

THE EFFECT OF POWER DISTANCE IN SHAPING PROJECT PERFORMANCE: A QUANTITATIVE STUDY

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800

This paper has explored the direct effect of power distance on the performance of projects and has hypothesized that collaboration moderates the relationship between power distance and project team performance in Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA). Based on the Hofstede cultural dimensions framework and the Social Exchange Theory, a cross-sectional quantitative survey with 368 respondents (response rate = 79.1%) that were employed in multicultural infrastructure projects, stratified random sampling was conducted on the basis of the department and nationality groups. Validated five-point Likert scales were used to measure power distance, collaboration and project performance (time, cost and quality), with all three indicating high internal consistency (Cronbachs 0 = .910 power distance, 0.950 collaboration and 0.918-0.991 across the three sub-dimensions of project performance). The analysis of the data was performed with the help of hierarchical moderated regression (Hayes PROCESS Model 1) in SPSS. The overall model was statistically significant, F (3, 364) = 13.53, p < .001, explaining 10.0% of the variance in project performance (R² = .1004). The direct impact of power distance on project performance was not statistically significant ( = -0.1294, p = .1344) and the interaction between the power distance and collaboration was not significant ( = -0.0662, p = .4386, = 0.0015) but the interaction between collaboration and project performance was significant ( = 0.2743, p = .001). This evidence indicates that formal governance, standardized processes, codified relation of authority in a highly institutionalized utility organization like DEWA may preclude behavioral manifestation of hierarchical cultural orientation, and limit its ability to independently influence, or buffer its influence on project outcomes. The paper leads to a better understanding of the different ways structural cultural dimensions act in contrast to interactional dimensions in strictly controlled project settings.

IMPACT OF THE USE AND EASE OF USE OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ON EMPLOYEE EFFICIENCY IN THE UAE INSURANCE SECTOR

Faisal Saif Ali Ghafan Al-Ali , Siti Asma' Mohd Rosdi @ Mohd Rodhi — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800

Artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed the landscape in the workplace nowadays, yet efficiency improvement is highly dependent on employee onboarding. The purpose of this research was to determine the impact of ease of use of AI (EU-AI), the use of AI tools (U-AI), and the actual use of AI (AU-AI) on employee efficiency (EE) in insurance companies in Abu Dhabi. Using quantitative methodologies, data were collected from a sample of 370 employees working at Abu Dhabi National Insurance Company (ADNIC), Daman Insurance Company, and THIQA Insurance Company. Through the use of partial least square structure equation modeling (PLS-SEM), the results showed that AU-AI, U-AI, and EU-AI have a significant positive impact on employee efficiency. Additionally, the ease of use of AI serves as an important intermediary in the relationship between actual use, perceived usability, and efficiency to the employee as a whole.

KEBERKESANAN MIND MAPPING FORMULAS FOR QUANTITATIVE METHODS SEBAGAI INOVASI PENGAJARAN & PEMBELAJARAN (PDP) UNTUK MENINGKATKAN PENGUASAAN PELAJAR DALAM KURSUS QUANTITATIVE METHODS: SATU KAJIAN TINDAKAN

Musalifah Mustafa, Nor Helme Padeli — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +0800

Agenda pendigitalan pengajaran dan pembelajaran (PdP) menekankan keperluan bahan rujukan digital yang mesra pengguna dan mudah diakses. Kursus Quantitative Methods dikenal pasti sebagai subjek teras yang mencabar kerana melibatkan formula kompleks yang sukar difahami dan diingati oleh pelajar. Kajian ini memperkenalkan pendekatan peta minda formula berasaskan Eduvision melalui pembangunan E‑book digital sebagai inovasi PdP. Kajian tindakan ini dijalankan di Politeknik Kota Bharu melibatkan 54 orang pelajar Semester 3 daripada program Diploma Pengajian Perniagaan dan Diploma Pemasaran. Data dikumpul melalui soal selidik Google Form yang dipaut pada E‑book, dengan analisis kuantitatif (skor min dan korelasi Pearson) serta kualitatif (tema jawapan terbuka). Dapatan menunjukkan penerimaan pelajar sangat positif; 83% memilih Sangat Setuju bahawa peta minda membantu kefahaman, ingatan, penglibatan, kreativiti dan motivasi. Skor min berada pada tahap tinggi (3.78 – 3.85), manakala nilai korelasi Pearson (r = 0.85 – 0.92) menunjukkan hubungan yang kuat antara aspek pembelajaran. Maklum balas kualitatif turut menegaskan pelajar lebih cepat faham, mudah mengingat formula dan lebih berminat menggunakan bahan digital berwarna serta ringkas. Secara keseluruhan, E‑book ini berpotensi besar sebagai bahan PdP inovatif yang menyokong agenda pendigitalan serta meningkatkan penguasaan pelajar terhadap formula kompleks.

The digitalization agenda of teaching and learning (PdP) highlights the need for accessible, user‑friendly digital resources. Quantitative Methods, a core subject with complex formulas, remains challenging for students to master. This study introduces an Eduvision‑based mind mapping approach through a digital E‑book as an innovative PdP strategy. Conducted at Politeknik Kota Bharu, the action research involved 54 Semester 3 students from Business Studies and Marketing programs, using purposive sampling. Data were collected via a Google Form questionnaire embedded in the E‑book, combining quantitative and qualitative analyses. Results showed strong student acceptance. 83% strongly agreed that mind mapping improved comprehension, memory, engagement, creativity and motivation. Mean scores (3.78 – 3.85) confirmed high effectiveness, while Pearson correlations (r = 0.85 – 0.92) indicated strong relationships among key learning aspects. Qualitative feedback reinforced these findings, noting clearer understanding, faster recall and increased interest in digital, visually structured materials. Overall, the E‑book demonstrates significant potential as a structured, student‑friendly innovation that supports PdP digitalization and enhances mastery of complex formulas.