Browsing Thesis by Subject "performance management"
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A simulation analysis of the container handling process at Husøy port : the effect of a new container terminal
(Master thesis, 2015)In this thesis we have been using simulation as a method to analyse the structural changes at Karmsund Container Terminal. By measuring the different steps in the container handling process, we were able to evaluate how ... -
Addressing femininity in green consumption : an experimental study on how degrees of feminine communication affect purchase intention for green products
(Master thesis, 2019)The purpose of this study is to investigate how different degrees of feminine communication can have an impact on purchase intention for green products and whether this can be mediated by perceived effectiveness. The ... -
An analysis of intraday liquidity patterns in the dry bulk FFA market
(Master thesis, 2021)This thesis investigates different liquidity measures in the dry bulk FFA market by analyzing intraday data of quarterly FFA contracts obtained from Braemar Atlantic Securities Limited. Through intraday data, we conduct ... -
Assessing the potential of hydrogen energy storage in a stand-alone electricity grid : applying mathematical programming to balance electricity production and consumption : a case study on the Faroe Islands
(Master thesis, 2020)The increasing adaption of renewable energy sources (RES), with intermittent and nondispatchable production output, requires an increased effort to continuously balance supply to meet demand in electricity grids. Failing ... -
Beyond budgeting in Jotun : a case study on substituting the budget with separate forecasting and targeting tools in a global, industrial corporation
(Master thesis, 2016-09-02)The following thesis is a qualitative study aimed at contributing to the Beyond Budgeting literature on unbundling the traditional budget by answering the question: “Why may global, industrial corporations attempting to ... -
Bitcoin – a currency or an asset?
(Master thesis, 2019)Cryptocurrencies is a part of the fast growing fintech market. Bitcoin is the first cryptocurrency, but also the currency with the largest market share. Bitcoin was created in 2009, by Satoshi Nakamoto, and have in the ... -
Business models and nonprofits : a study on business model proficiency and performance in Norwegian nonprofits
(Master thesis, 2019)Due to a change in policy, the nonprofit sector in Norway is set to expand significantly in the years to come. While this is happening, the struggle for resources among nonprofits is intensifying. As a result, nonprofits ... -
China : the next chapter in the Norwegian salmon adventure? : an exploratory study of Norwegian salmon exports to China
(Master thesis, 2017)The purpose of this thesis is to explore and understand Norwegian salmon exporters’ perception of the profitability and the approach to succeed in the Chinese market. We chose to explore this topic due to the special ... -
Combatting Climate Change with Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) An exploratory study on the implementation of CCS in the Norwegian iron and steel sector.
(Master thesis, 2021)Today, Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) is considered by many as the most credible and costeffective method of combatting global warming and meeting the climate change targets. Despite this, CCS remains a novel technology ... -
The connection between organizational incentive theory and sustainable construction : A qualitative study on how businesses in the construction industry are incentivized with respect to sustainability in Norway
(Master thesis, 2021)This master thesis aims to identify the main drivers and barriers to incentivize sustainable practices in the construction industry in Norway. In order to do this the thesis presents five research questions than culminates ... -
Consequences of competition and proximity on the stability in banking : are there cyclical tendencies in risk taking, through distant lending, in the corporate loan market in Norway?
(Master thesis, 2019)In this thesis, we attempt to provide evidence on how competition in the corporate loan market in Norway affects banks´ risk taking, and hence the financial stability, through distant lending over the business cycle. We ... -
Corruption in the arms- and defense industry : a comparative study of the largest American and European arms dealers
(Master thesis, 2019)This thesis compares American and European arms-and defense companies and their level of exposure to corruption risk. Through an empirical study, we analyze the companies’ exposure to corruption risk based on their ... -
COVID-19 response measures the effect of national non-pharmaceutical intervention on hospitalizations : an empirical study of governments response to the COVID-19 pandemic
(Master thesis, 2021)Throughout this thesis we will analyze the reaction in the growth rate of COVID-19 related hospitalizations following the implementation of Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions (NPIs), in order to estimate their effectiveness. ... -
Crowdfunding as a tool for startups to raise capital : why and how to use it
(Master thesis, 2016-03-30)This thesis aims to educate the reader on the different characteristics of crowdfunding, such that entrepreneurs who are considering how to raise funds for their new project can make more informed decisions. The ... -
Debt shifting in loss-making affiliates : an empirical study on parental debt in Norwegian multinationals
(Master thesis, 2019)As the economy is becoming more globalised, debt shifting in multinational corporations has received increasing attention from policy makers, academics and the media. MNCs have an advantage of using differences in corporate ... -
Detection of UN arms embargo violators and their connections to tax havens : an empirical analysis of global arms companies in the time period 2005 to 2020
(Master thesis, 2020)In this thesis, we attempt to detect arms companies that have been involved in UN arms embargo violations and study their connections to tax havens. We hypothesize that the opaque structure of tax havens may provide a cover ... -
Disrupting disruption : an empirical analysis of patent activities in the aftermath of hurricane Katrina.
(Master thesis, 2021)t is well established that innovation is one of the key factors to fight climate change. This thesis explores the reverse relationship between climate change and innovation by investigating the implication of a natural ... -
Dual Citizenship and the Directive on Administrative Cooperation(DAC6) of the European Union : An empirical study on dual citizenship as a method of regulatory arbitrage
(Master thesis, 2021)The DAC6 directive was introduced by the EU in the year 2018 with a policy objective to increase the effectiveness in tackling cross-border tax avoidance and evasion. Dual citizenship is one of the methods of achieving ... -
The economic attractiveness of land-based salmon farming in Norway : a comprehensive presentation of an emerging industry
(Master thesis, 2019)In this thesis we explore the economic attractiveness of land-based salmon farming in Norway, an entirely new industry with the potential of revolutionising fish farming. We will provide a comprehensive overview of the ... -
The effect of patents on financial constraints : an empirical analysis of Norwegian companies 2009-2018
(Master thesis, 2021)In this thesis, we investigate the relationship between patenting activity and financial constraints for a broad panel of Norwegian companies between 2009-2018. The research is inspired by Hottenrott, Hall and Czaranitzki ...