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Author-Name: Lucila Zarraga Cano
Author-Name: Victor Manuel Molina Morejon
Author-Name: Enrique Corona Sandoval 
Title: LA SATISFACCION DE LOS EMPLEADOS DE LAS OPERADORAS TURISTICAS EN LA CIUDAD DE CANCUN: UN ESTUDIO PARA INCREMENTAR SU COMPETITIVIDAD
Abstract: This paper investigates Cancún tour guides’ perception of their job, compensation, and overall satisfaction. The Service value added and the 2008 National Competitiveness Models are used to determine the relationship between perceived satisfaction and performance. Tour guides can be considered ambassadors of any tourist destination. They are, perhaps, the individuals with the greatest interaction with visitors. Thus, this study evaluates tour guides’ job satisfaction using non-parametric statistical tests. Specifically, job satisfaction, training, compensation, work environment are analyzed to determine their overall economic impact and to provide insight for future research in this area.
Classification-JEL: J01, J11, M31, M5
Keywords: Tourism, tour guides, value added, compensation, training, job satisfaction, labor economics
Journal: Revista Internacional Administracion & Finanzas
Pages: 1-13
Volume: 3
Issue: 1
Year: 2010
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Author-Name: Jorge Hernandez Palomino
Author-Name: Manuel Rodriguez Mora
Author-Name: Jose de Jesus Espinoza
Title: MUJERES DIRECTIVAS EN LAS MIPYMES DE MEXICO
Abstract: This paper investigates the relation between experience and strategies that Mexican female executives follow in small business (MIPYMES) in order to advance their professional career to a top management position. Educational level, formal education, marital status, and age are analyzed. Interviews of top female executives were used for this study. The results obtained in this paper suggest that Mexican female executives experienced a positive job relationship. Education is important to female executives’ career development while machismo and other female attitudes are among the most important barrier to promotion. This study is limited to a specific geographic location, and a small sample. Thus, the results may be interpreted with these limitations in mind.
Classification-JEL: J08, J15, J16
Keywords: small business, MIPYMES, career progression, career advancement, female executives, méxico
Journal: Revista Internacional Administracion & Finanzas
Pages: 15-24
Volume: 3
Issue: 1
Year: 2010
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Author-Name: Janette Brito Laredo 
Title: FACTORES ECONOMICOS Y AMBIENTALES PREDICTORES DE LA ACTITUD HACIA LA PRODUCCION DE NARANJA EN MONTEMORELOS, NUEVO LEON, MEXICO
Abstract: In this paper, economics and environmental factors are analyzed to determine their relevance as predictors of orange production in Montemorelos, Nueva León. The production of orange is one of the most important economic activities in Montemorelos. Over the past decades, this region has experienced a decline in production of oranges. This study seeks to determine which economics and environmental factor have a direct impact on the production of oranges in this region. The results indicates that, even though, local farmers continue to support orange production, plantation aging, technology and global demand of this fruit directly impact orange production. This study offers recommendations to increase the production of oranges and improve the economic development of the region.
Classification-JEL: J01, Q12, Q13, Q17
Keywords: Agribusiness, orange production, economics development, New León
Journal: Revista Internacional Administracion & Finanzas
Pages: 25-37
Volume: 3
Issue: 1
Year: 2010
File-URL: http://www.theibfr2.com/RePEc/ibf/riafin/riaf-v3n1-2010/RIAF-V3N1-2010-3.pdf
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Author-Name: Rafaela Martinez Mendez
Author-Name: Maria de Jesus Ramirez Dominguez
Title: LA MOTIVACION Y EL CLIMA ORGANIZACIONAL EN LA FACULTAD DE CONTADURIA PUBLICA DE LA BENEMERITA UNIVERSIDAD AUTONOMA DE PUEBLA
Abstract: In this paper, organizational climate, working conditions and motivation at Facultad de Contaduría Pública (FCP) de la Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP) are analyzed. Variables such interpersonal relations, working relations etc are analyzed to determine their impact in producive. The study finds that recognition, team work, working relationship, institutional support and advancement opportunities are highly correlated with faculty satisfaction. Suggestions are offered and detailed statistics are presented in this study.
Classification-JEL: M51, M52, M53
Keywords: motivation, organizational working condition, higher education
Journal: Revista Internacional Administracion & Finanzas
Pages: 39-48
Volume: 3
Issue: 1
Year: 2010
File-URL: http://www.theibfr2.com/RePEc/ibf/riafin/riaf-v3n1-2010/RIAF-V3N1-2010-4.pdf
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Handle: RePEc:ibf:riafin:v:3:y:2010:i:1:p:39-48

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Author-Name: Maria Clemencia Arias Guevara
Author-Name: Maria Cristina Sanchez Romero
Title: CONSIDERACIONES EN EL DISENO DE UN SISTEMA DE ADMINISTRACION DE INFORMACION
Abstract: In this study, the implementation process of a Management Information System (MIS) for a chemical company is presented. Areas such as management assessment, data needed for financial decision making, costs analysis, and future training are analyzed. A route map is provided to assist other organizations seeking insights into management information system implementation.
Classification-JEL: D24, M15
Keywords: management information systems, financial decision, cost forecasting
Journal: Revista Internacional Administracion & Finanzas
Pages: 49-59
Volume: 3
Issue: 1
Year: 2010
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Author-Name: Miguel Angel Ramirez Martinez
Author-Name: Azucena Leticia Herrera Aguado
Title: LA DINAMICA DEL CAMBIO DE CUERPOS ACADEMICOS BAJO UN ENFOQUE DE BENCHMARKING: EL CASO DE DOS INSTITUCIONES DE EDUCACION SUPERIOR
Abstract: In this study, a benchmarking approach is used to compare two institutions of higher education. Specifically, this study analyzes the Faculty of Accounting of Benemérita of Universidad Autónoma de Puebla (BUAP) and the Faculty of Economics and Business of Universidad Juárez Autónoma de Tabasco (UJAT). Mexico’s faculty development program (PROMEP) and Academy Body (AC) are analyzed and insights are provided to assist other institutions of higher education in developing quality certified academic bodies to compete and teach business and economics students in today’s global economy.
Classification-JEL: A1, M29
Keywords: Higher Education, Faculty Development, Benchmarking, Economics Education, Business Education, Accounting Education
Journal: Revista Internacional Administracion & Finanzas
Pages: 61-80
Volume: 3
Issue: 1
Year: 2010
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Author-Name: Jose Daniel Barquero Cabrero
Author-Name: Manuel Medina Elizondo
Author-Name: Ignacio Gonzalez Sanchez
Author-Name: Víctor Molina Morejon
Title: LAS RELACIONES PUBLICAS EMPRESARIALES EN SITUACIONES DE CRISIS
Abstract: Enterprise Public Relations (RPE) provides an interface within any organization and its stakeholders. RPE seeks to create credibility and trust. This paper presents the process of introducing Enterprise Public Relations to institutions of higher education. The Escuela Superior y Fundación Universitaria ESERP de Barcelona successful introduced the RPE to work with its stakeholders in crisis situations. The Universidad Autónoma de Coahuila, Unidad Torreón en su Facultad de Contaduría y Administración is working to introduce RPE with the objective to built trust, and credibility in today’s Mexico economic and social crisis. The Role of RPE is analyzed in the presence of the North America Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), Central America Free Trade Agreement (CAFTA) and globalization.
Classification-JEL: J58, M14
Keywords: Public relations, enterprise, crisis, economic crisis, uncertainty higher education, CAFTA, NAFTA, Globalization
Journal: Revista Internacional Administracion & Finanzas
Pages: 81-96
Volume: 3
Issue: 1
Year: 2010
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Author-Name: Juan D. Sepulveda Ch
Author-Name: Lourdes I. Merino S
Author-Name: Jorge L. Del Rio C
Author-Name: Aleyda Garcia
Title: METODOLOGIA PARA LA EVALUACION DEL POTENCIAL COMPETITIVO EN PEQUENAS Y MEDIANAS EMPRESAS BASADO EN EL ESQUEMA DE CAPACIDADES INTERNAS
Abstract: In this paper, we develop a model to determine small business competitive advantages, industry competitiveness. We develop a process to internalize this capabilities to improve small to medium size business overall performance. The results suggests that business infrastructure, research and development, access to reliable data for financial analysis, leadership and value added services are among the most important variables.
Classification-JEL: J23, L24, M11
Keywords: Industry competitiveness, internationalization, productivity
Journal: Revista Internacional Administracion & Finanzas
Pages: 97-107
Volume: 3
Issue: 1
Year: 2010
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