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Positive accounting  — Research Starter

Positive accounting is a theoretical framework in accounting research that aims to explain and predict how firms choose their accounting methods. Rooted in the belief that managers often prioritize…

Plutocracy  — Research Starter

Plutocracy is a form of governance where the wealthy hold significant power and influence over political decision-making. This concept implies that a small elite, consisting of individuals or families…

Physical literacy  — Research Starter

Physical literacy is a vital concept that encompasses the fundamental movement skills necessary for children, such as catching, jumping, running, and throwing. Mastery of these skills fosters…

Personnel psychology  — Research Starter

Personnel psychology is a specialized area within organizational psychology that focuses on the recruitment, selection, and evaluation of employees. This field has evolved significantly since its…

Persistence (psychology)  — Research Starter

Persistence in psychology refers to the behavioral trait characterized by an individual's self-motivation to pursue goals despite facing challenges and obstacles. It is distinct from merely completing…

Path–goal theory  — Research Starter

Path-goal theory is a leadership framework that focuses on how a leader's behavior influences employee motivation, satisfaction, and performance. Developed in the 1970s by Martin Evans and Robert…

New Public Management (NPM)  — Research Starter

New Public Management (NPM) is a political theory and policy approach that emerged in the 1970s, advocating for the operation of government entities in a manner similar to private businesses. It…

New Covenant  — Research Starter

The New Covenant is a significant theological concept that refers to a spiritual agreement between God and humanity, emerging after the failure of the Old Covenant. This transition is interpreted…

Narcoterrorism  — Research Starter

Narcoterrorism refers to the intersection of drug trafficking and terrorism, where violent actions by drug traffickers are aimed at influencing government officials through intimidation and violence.…