Predictors of Superior Firm Performance: a Conceptual Model of Tourism Small Medium Enterprises in Saudi Arabia

  • Authors

    • Sarminah Samad
    • Dalal Alrubaishi
    • Rasha Alghafis
    2018-08-08
    https://doi.org/10.14419/ijet.v7i3.21.17159
  • Corporate management strategy, innovative dynamic capability, leadership and performance.

  • Abstract

    Deriving from previous literatures, the theories of Resource-based View and Dynamic Capability was used in this study to propose a model that examines the predictors of the performance of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). Accordingly, it will examine the influence of corporate management strategy on the performance of SMEs. It will analyze the extent to which innovative dynamic capabilities would enhance the relationship between corporate management strategy and performance of SMEs. It will also examine the extent innovation leadership serves as the moderator factor on the link between corporate management strategy and performance of SMEs. Finally, this paper intends to recommend a model of performance management system for the performance of tourism SMEs in Saudi Arabia. The study will employ a quantitative approach among selected tourism SMEs in Saudi Arabia. SPSS and AMOS (SEM) will be used to analyse the data obtained. Findings from this study will serve as a guideline for policy and decision makers in both private and public organizations.

     

     

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    Samad, S., Alrubaishi, D., & Alghafis, R. (2018). Predictors of Superior Firm Performance: a Conceptual Model of Tourism Small Medium Enterprises in Saudi Arabia. International Journal of Engineering & Technology, 7(3.21), 194-199. https://doi.org/10.14419/ijet.v7i3.21.17159

    Received date: 2018-08-08

    Accepted date: 2018-08-08

    Published date: 2018-08-08