Saudi Cultural Missions Theses & Dissertations
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Item Restricted Exploring Saudi Arabia's Appeal for Foreign Direct Investm(University of Edinburgh, 2024-08-28) Gedair, Suliman; Liu, LingThis capstone project investigates the factors that make Saudi Arabia an appealing destination for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) within the framework of Vision 2030. The research evaluates the Kingdom’s strategic location, abundant natural resources, favorable regulatory reforms, and sector-specific initiatives aimed at diversifying its economy beyond oil dependence. Through a comprehensive analysis of economic, infrastructural, and policy-based factors, the study highlights Saudi Arabia’s potential to attract and sustain global investments. By examining the incentives and structural advantages provided to foreign investors, this project offers insights into Saudi Arabia’s efforts to position itself as a competitive and sustainable player in the global market.19 0Item Restricted EXPLORING THE INFLUENCE OF EMPLOYEE JOB SATISFACTION, PERCEPTIONS, AND ATTITUDES ON ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE AND OUTCOMES IN THE PRIVATE SECTOR: A MULTIDIMENSIONAL ANALYSIS IN SAUDI ARABIA 2030(Brunel University London, 2024-03-27) Qasim, Muawiyah Abdulrahim M; ALTaji, FarahThe transformative economic context of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 ensures that Sustainable Human Resource Management (HRM) practices are being decorated with a lot of attention due to their potential to positively affect organizational performance. The push towards economic diversification has emphasized the need for HRM practices that help in resonating motivation, satisfaction, and loyalty in the employees. However, there is a dearth of empirical studies devoted to the behavior of the private sector related to these practices in Saudi Arabia, which signals an important research gap. This research explores the impact of sustainable HRM practices on organizational performance in the Saudi Arabian private sector with the possibility of employee job satisfaction, perception of organizational support, and fairness acting as mediators. The study utilized a mixed-methods research strategy and employed stratified random sampling to gather data from 518 respondents representing several sectors using a structured questionnaire. The formulated hypotheses were tested through descriptive statistics, correlation, and regression analyses during a three-month data collection period. The results demonstrate that a significant positive relationship exists between sustainable HRM practices and organizational performance, with job satisfaction and perceived support and justice as moderators. This strong link of sustainable HRM with high job satisfaction and favorable organizational support perceptions highlights their role in promoting firm performance. These findings provide managers and HR professionals with the implicative benefits of incorporating sustainable HRM practices that would result in developing overall organizational outcomes through employee satisfaction and perceptions. This research provides actionable knowledge on the implementation of sustainable HRM practices as a strategic priority in the realization of Vision 2030’s objectives. This study fills an important iii void in the literature by presenting empirical evidence on the impact of sustainable HRM in the private sector of Saudi Arabia and paves the way for further research in this area. Understanding its limitations such as sample size, potential response biases, and cross- sectional design, the directions for further research involve longitudinal studies to investigate in greater detail the links between sustainable HRM practices and organizational performance. Failing the expansion of the research to include comparative studies across different cultural backgrounds could also improve the world’s knowledge about sustainable HRM practices.23 0Item Restricted Economic Growth and Tourism Trends and Dynamics in Saudi Arabia: A Time Series Perspective(Saudi Digital Library, 2023-08-25) Aljohani, Alaa; Potlogea, AndreiThis study employs time-series econometric analysis to explore the trends and dynamics between economic growth and tourism development in Saudi Arabia. The investigation sheds light on the evolving trends and dynamics within this nexus. The findings hold implications for policymakers and researchers seeking to comprehend the interplay between these crucial variables. Through a series of comprehensive analyses, the study reveals significant associations between economic growth and tourism development in Saudi Arabia. The complexities arising from varying cointegration indications prompted an insightful investigation into the subsequent regression analyses. The findings revealed that the incorporation of the first differenced variables led to diminished statistical significance. This observation underlines the need to cautiously interpret initial results, attributing them to spurious results due to cointegration. Thus, the study accentuates the importance of accounting for cointegration effects, with greater emphasis placed on regression outcomes involving first differenced variables. Nonetheless, prudent interpretation of these findings is imperative, taking into account the study's limitations and the intricate spectrum of factors influencing the convoluted relationship between tourism and the economy in the country. Noteworthy among these limitations are data constraints and the dearth of literature that delves into Saudi Arabia's distinct context. Moreover, the study acknowledges the intricate landscape shaped by the nation's historical dependence on oil revenue and the ongoing transformation of its burgeoning tourism sector. Despite these constraints, the research yields invaluable insights that enrich the broader comprehension of the role of tourism in fueling economic growth, particularly in a resource-dependent country like Saudi Arabia. In conclusion, this study emphasises the imperative for Saudi Arabia to harness the potential of tourism diversification in its economic landscape. This strategic shift requires proactive promotion, investment, and the cultivation of sustainable growth across various sectors. By embracing a holistic approach to growth, Saudi Arabia can foster economic resilience, inclusivity, and competitiveness on a global scale. The recommendations put forth underscore the need for comprehensive data collection, collaborative research efforts, and a focus on enhancing the nation's tourism infrastructure to attract a diverse range of tourists. By implementing these suggestions, Saudi Arabia can unlock the transformative potential of tourism as a driving force for economic development and economic diversification.68 0