Search Results for performance

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This study presents a machine learning-based framework for predicting and analyzing student academic performance using behavioral, psychological, demographic, and digital learning features. The dataset consists of 14,003 student records collected from higher education institutions in 2024 and obtained from Kaggle. It includes 16 variables covering study behaviors, engagement patterns, learning resources, psychological factors, and demographic characteristics. The target variable (response) was Final Grade, which was categorized into four performance levels: Low / Fail / Poor performance, below average performance, Good / Average performance, and Excellent / High performance, representing overall academic performance. Three machine learning algorithms XGBoost (Extreme Gradient Boosting), CatBoost (Categorical Boosting), and Support Vector Machine (SVM) were applied to classify student performance levels. The models were evaluated using confusion matrices, accuracy, F1-score, MCC, R², RMSE, MAE, and feature importance analysis. Results show that XGBoost achieved the highest performance (99.96% accuracy), followed by CatBoost (99.82%) and SVM (98.96%). Analysis of the importance analysis revealed that Exam Score is the most influential predictor across all models. The study highlights the effectiveness of advanced machine learning techniques in predicting academic success and supporting data-driven educational decision-making.

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The present study was conducted to explore the usage of differ-ent levels of cumin (Cuminum cyminum) in broiler nutrition. Sixty, (one-day-old) unsexed broiler chicks were randomly divided into four groups of similar mean weight, each with three replicates of five chicks. The control group T1 received a basal diet (fed ration without any supplements). For the other groups T2, T3 and T4, the basal diet was supplemented with 3, 6 and 9 g/kg cumin. The observed variables included growth performance, carcass parts and internal organ weights. Also, Growth performance parameters were measured 4 birds per treatment was slaughtered at the end of the trial to evaluate mus-cle characteristics. Results showed that Cumin did not affect the ob-served variables statistically. However, the best weight gain was ob-served in a 3g/kg Cumin group as compared to other treatments in 42 days of age. Similarly, the best feed conversion ratio was observed in a 3 g/kg Cumin group compared to 6 and 9 g/kg cumin while no sta-tistical difference between was observed in T1 and T2 in 42 days of age. In addition to, numerically higher body weight, feed intake car-cass, breast, thigh and wing weight observed in T2 compared to other treatments in in 42 days of age. Dietary cumin supplementation had not any adverse effects on growth performance, carcass weight, car-cass parts weight and organ weights

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Research aims to reveal nature of mediating role of organizational learning in relationship between strategic flexibility and high performance. Intellectual research problem was represented by main question: Does strategic flexibility have an impact on achieving high performance through mediating role of organizational learning? On basis of which sub-questions were raised through which appropriate solutions could be found. While the problem of field study of urgent need to respond to the repercussions of Corona pandemic was manifested through staff that have sufficient flexibility to achieve performance required of them to cross this crisis and sustain that performance through organizational learning of various kinds. Importance of research was evident from importance of the field of application, which needed to provide various solutions to advance and develop reality of health performance, as research was applied in Karbala Health Department on a random sample of (37) employees from its administrative and medical staff, based on a questionnaire form. Used a set of statistical methods to analyze data, including simple correlation coefficient (Pearson), analysis of ANOVA and test (Sobel) by using statistical program SPSS V.25. Research reached a set of conclusions, most important of which is existence of a direct correlation and a significant positive effect between research variables, in addition to presence of an indirect and significant effect of organizational learning in relationship between strategic flexibility and high performance. Based on conclusions of research, researchers were able to formulate a number of recommendations to improve performance levels and respond to Covid 19 crisis, most important of which is increasing interest in organizational learning at level of research community, as it represents real basis for enhancing and improving flexibility and performance of its human resources (administrative and medical staff) on one hand.

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This research was conducted in one of the general directorates of the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity, which is the General Directorate of Rusafa Electricity Distribution, for three years (2015, 2016, and 2017). The research focused on the problem of lack of interest in the accounting disclosure of social responsibility in the financial statements in the aforementioned directorate.
The aim of the research is to demonstrate the role of accounting disclosure on social activities carried out by economic units in the financial financial statements, in addition to explaining the role of accounting disclosure on social activities in evaluating the performance of economic units,
The research, through measuring social performance indicators that include financial performance and non-financial (social) performance, reached conclusions, the most important of which is the lack of accounting disclosure about the costs and expenditures of social responsibility despite the fact that the General Directorate for Distribution of Al-Rasafa Electricity bears the expenses of its social performance.
The researcher recommended the necessity of enacting laws and instructions that oblige economic units to pay attention to social performance and allocating the necessary sums in the state’s general budget and disclosing them in the financial statements in order to achieve the goal of social responsibility, which is to achieve the gains that can be achieved. These units are in their nature units aimed at achieving profits.

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The research aims to demonstrate the importance of applying responsibility accounting in economic units and its role in evaluating the performance of responsibility centers by shedding light on responsibility centers and ensuring commitment to implementing the policies and objectives of the economic unit. The problem lies in the fact that the use of traditional methods of performance evaluation results from a lack of attention to administrative accounting aspects and a focus on applying the responsibility accounting system through evaluating the performance of cost centers. Due to their reliance on traditional methods and the lack of sufficient information, this has led to a weakness in performance evaluation according to modern methods. In order to achieve the research objectives and verify the validity of its hypotheses, the responsibility accounting system was applied, and the industrial sector was chosen as the research community and the General Company for Food Products, represented by the Amin Factory, as the research sample. The research concluded with a set of conclusions and recommendations, the most important of which was that the research found that there is weakness and shortcomings in the accounting reports and information provided by the factory, and the neglect of the aspect of preparing monthly, quarterly and annual reports, including the preparation of the annual budget plan to identify deviations and determine their causes to work on finding solutions that help in raising the effectiveness and efficiency of operations within the factory. The study recommends that responsibility centers should be defined accurately and clearly, with the responsibilities and activities associated with them and how to allocate costs to each center being clarified. The factory should work on improving production and administrative operations in the various responsibility centers in order to improve the overall performance of the factory. The accounting and evaluation system should be developed to be more comprehensive and effective, including the definition of clear and measurable performance standards for evaluating the performance of responsibility centers.

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This research adopts a model that is reflected in its main objective on studying the concept of ethical leadership and its role in improving the performance of teaching staff in relation to ethical leadership behaviors and proving its relationship to teacher commitment.

 To achieve this, the research scale was built based on the dimensions of ethical leadership and performance by constructing a questionnaire (research tool), which consists of 20 questions divided equally on each dimension, which was aimed first at the perception of ethical leadership and the factors that affect ethical leadership as well, as well as improving performance among The research sample. The research presents the fundamental importance in exploring the perception of the teaching staff in the judiciary of knowledge of ethical leadership practices and their role in improving their performance and to what extent the dimensions of ethical leadership or behaviors and influence on their ethical leadership practice are related. In order to reach the objectives of the study, by relying on the analytical descriptive approach, the data was collected in a comprehensive inventory method, as it was applied to the teaching staff in a number of schools in the district of science in Salah al-Din governorate, which represents the research community. The number of distributed questionnaires reached (140) questionnaires, (112) of them, or 80%, which represents the approved sample of the study valid for statistical analysis, and it was analyzed according to the statistical analysis program SPSS.V22, based on the statistical indicators (arithmetic mean, standard deviation, percentage of difference factor and T-test).

The study came out with several conclusions, the most important of which is that: (a) ethical leadership positively affects the performance of teaching staff, (b) school leadership plays a positive role in promoting ethical behaviors among its educational cadres, and the study made several recommendations, including: Strengthening the moral qualities represented by justice, cooperation, firmness and trust Self-leadership of the surveyed schools as it governs their relationship with others and improves the level of individual and overall performance in the organization.

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The research aims to evaluate the performance of banks using the PATROL model as a modern model that departs from traditional evaluation models. The model used is considered an early warning tool and includes five indicators: “(capital adequacy, profitability, credit risk, regulation, liquidity).” The research methodology included the use of the descriptive aspect based on books, research, dissertations, and theses, in addition to the use of the analytical aspect through the use of mathematical equations for the indicators of the model used. The research sample represented banks (Sumer Commercial, International Islamic) due to the availability of their data announced in the stock market, in addition to not displaying the research sample to any Violations during its banking work and throughout the research period extending between (2017-2022) for the purpose of making a comparison between them when using the model in evaluating their performance and determining the best in performance. The research hypothesis was proven that the PATROL model can be used in evaluating the performance of commercial and Islamic banks. The research reached a number of conclusions. The most important of which is that using the model helps bank management in identifying the strengths and weaknesses of performance, which helps decision makers develop effective solutions to obstacles and problems in a timely manner. One of the most important main recommendations of the research is directing banks to the necessity of following up on the performance evaluation process to achieve their banking soundness and ensure their sustainability and continuity in the job.

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This study aimed to analyze the impact of strategic drift on improving organizational performance through an analytical study of the opinions of a sample of employees at the Technical Institute / Kufa , within the context of seeking to bridge the knowledge gap related to explaining the nature of the relationship between these two variables in educational institutions. The study was based on the hypothesis that strategic drift, through its dimensions represented by satisfaction with leadership, marketing myopia, logical incrementalism, and organizational commitment, is one of the factors that directly influence the level of organizational performance, which was measured through its dimensions of accounting returns, growth, stock market performance, and operational performance. The study adopted the descriptive – analytical approach, and the questionnaire was used as the main tool for data collection, in addition to observation and personal interviews to enhance the accuracy of the results. The study population consisted of (355) employees, while the study sample included (185) questionnaires valid for statistical analysis. The data were analyzed using the (SPSS) program, relying on a set of descriptive and inferential statistical methods, particularly correlation and impact tests, after ensuring that the data met the conditions of normal distribution. The results of the statistical analysis showed the existence of a statistically significant and positive correlation and impact relationship between strategic drift and organizational performance. This confirms that the conscious management of manifestations of strategic drift can contribute to the early detection and treatment of organizational imbalances, improve the efficiency of resource utilization, and enhance the institution’s ability to adapt to environmental changes. The results also indicated that integration among the dimensions of strategic drift leads to achieving better levels of organizational performance, especially in operational aspects and institutional growth. The study concluded that strategic drift is not necessarily an entirely negative phenomenon; rather, it can be employed as an effective managerial tool if properly diagnosed and managed, thereby contributing to improving organizational performance and achieving institutional sustainability. In light of the results, the study recommended enhancing strategic awareness among administrative leaders and adopting flexible mechanisms to monitor and address strategic drift in a manner consistent with the requirements of modern work environments in educational institutions.

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    The research aimed to test and know the role that digital leadership plays in individual work performance within the framework of the interactive role of knowledge sharing behavior, as the research problem centers on scientists’ belief that the COVID-19 virus may be with us for decades or more, and data and information were collected about the selected sample through the questionnaire. Which is considered a main tool in this research, as the sample included members of the teaching staff in a number of universities and private colleges in the Middle Euphrates region, amounting to (312) individuals. In order to support the relationship between these variables from a theoretical perspective, the study relied on measuring the digital leadership variable on a scale that includes: Five dimensions (visionary leadership, learning culture in the digital age, excellence in professional practice, systemic improvement, and digital citizenship), and as for the knowledge sharing behavior variable, a scale was adopted that includes four dimensions (written contributions, organizational communications, personal interactions, and communities of practice) While the study adopted a scale that includes four dimensions to measure individual work performance (task performance, contextual performance, adaptive performance, and adverse work behavior), the descriptive analytical approach was adopted in presenting and interpreting the information for the research, and for the purpose of analyzing and processing the data statistically, a group of Descriptive statistical measures, Pearson correlation coefficient, structural equation modeling, and modified analysis. These methods were used through the statistical program (Spss.25, Amos.25). The most prominent conclusions are that the knowledge sharing behavior in some universities and private colleges, the study sample, is The field aspect would enhance the impact of digital leadership on individual work performance, and this means the presence of knowledge sharing behavior in the field alongside digital leadership that would contribute to individual work performance in these private universities.

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The research problem stems from the increasing challenges facing the telecommunications sector amidst a highly competitive and rapidly evolving technological environment. Organizations in this sector are striving to adopt Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to enhance their performance; however, there remains a knowledge gap regarding the actual and tangible impact of these systems on organizational performance indicators within the local context. Therefore, this research aims to investigate the impact of implementing ERP system dimensions (Information Integration, Information Quality, and Process Efficiency) on enhancing organizational performance efficiency dimensions (Operational Efficiency, Performance Quality, and Speed of Completion) within telecommunications companies operating in the Middle Euphrates provinces (Babylon, Karbala, and Al-Najaf Al-Ashraf). The research adopted the descriptive-analytical approach. The results revealed a statistically significant positive correlation between the implementation of ERP systems and organizational performance efficiency. Regression analysis indicated that ERP implementation explains 52% of the variance in organizational performance efficiency. Detailed findings showed that the "Process Efficiency" dimension was the most influential on "Operational Efficiency" and "Speed of Completion," while the "Information Quality" dimension was the strongest predictor of "Performance Quality." Based on these results, the research recommends that companies invest in improving data quality, re-engineering processes to align with system requirements, providing continuous training programs for employees, and ensuring top management support. The research also suggests conducting future studies that incorporate mediating variables, such as organizational culture, and expanding the scope to include other economic sectors using diverse research methodologies to deepen the understanding of this relationship.

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The research aimed to determine the extent to which tourism training strategies, with their dimensions (analyzing tourism training needs, setting training objectives, implementing training, evaluating training), contribute to improving organizational performance with its dimensions (operational efficiency, financial performance, customer satisfaction) through sustainable development with its dimensions (economic dimension, social dimension, environmental dimension) The research problem was embodied in identifying the challenges facing the companies under study in designing their training programs while integrating the dimensions of sustainable development to achieve outstanding organizational performance. A questionnaire was distributed to (60) employees and (5) were excluded for scientific and methodological reasons in a General Authority for Tourismin Baghdad Governorate. The descriptive and analytical approach was used to present and analyze the data. The (SPSS v21) program was used to analyze the data using statistical methods and the use of the correlation coefficient (Pearson), the simple regression analysis method, Multiple linear regression، and the F, t test. One of the most important conclusions reached by the research is that there is a strong correlation between tourism training strategy and organizational performance in the tourism companies studied, and that sustainable development plays an important mediating role in the relationship between tourism training strategy and organizational performance. This means that the effectiveness of training increases when it is integrated with sustainability practices to achieve outstanding organizational performance. The most important recommendations that the research provides are: adopting an integrated strategic framework for tourism training and moving Iraqi tourism companies from the traditional method of implementing courses to a strategic training management model based on linking needs analysis, long-term company plans, and organizational performance indicators, to ensure the sustainability of the training impact.

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This research aims to explore the importance of financial analysis and its contribution to enhancing environmental performance evaluation by utilizing financial ratios in financial analysis and addressing environmental issues to improve and maintain the environment and performance of government units. The research problem centres on the negative impact of neglecting financial analysis of financial statements and the financial information they contain regarding environmental performance on making appropriate decisions in performance evaluation. Therefore, the researchers sought to prove the hypothesis that using financial ratios in financial analysis and comparing financial information with non-financial information enhances environmental performance evaluation procedures. The study examined the environmental reality of the Medical City Directorate under the Ministry of Health, which is considered a unit affecting the environment. It involved an analytical review of the issued reports and financial analysis of the budget execution statement. The research concluded that the government unit in question showed weak environmental performance due to insufficient attention to pollution control, affecting most environmental aspects, and failure to apply environmental laws and regulations. Key recommendations include the need to comply with environmental laws and regulations and the necessity of establishing an environmental auditing plan or program to cover all environmental activities of the directorate.

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The internal audit function is considered one of the basic functions in institutions because it is a source of information and data that is characterized by its credibility, and because it is a review and monitoring process of all the financial and non-financial operations of the institution in terms of discovering errors and shortcomings or even fraud and manipulation operations, and that one of the most important goals of the institution is its survival and continuity, and for this reason it led to the emergence of the internal audit function, and that the success of any institution lies in the success of its administrative and financial performance evaluation systems as it is the mirror reflecting the evaluation of actual performance compared to the planned performance of the institution.

The research aimed to determine the extent of the necessity of the internal audit function and performance within institutions, and the extent of the ability of institutions to achieve the desired goals through the optimal use of available resources. A set of tools were used, the most important of which were Arabic and foreign books, theses and dissertations in their theoretical aspect, while the practical aspect was the method of direct interviews with the working staff in the department who are specialists, observations and inquiries. Among the most important conclusions reached is that work is not done according to the schedule of tasks, as all the working staff in the department carry out all the work, and the organizational structure prepared by the Studies and Planning Department is not adhered to, as it was found that the Graduates and Certifications Division was merged in terms of work with the Registration and Acceptance Division.

Among the most important recommendations is obligating the department’s staff to implement the work according to the tasks assigned to each division and to work according to the tools of internal control (separation of responsibilities), obligating the divisions to the organizational structure in order to determine responsibilities and provide procedures that do not allow any staff to violate internal control. In short, the internal audit function contributes to achieving the effectiveness and efficiency of institutional performance by evaluating its operations and submitting the results of its work in the form of periodic reports to the institution’s senior management.

Keywords: Auditing, internal auditing, effectiveness, efficiency, institutional performance.

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This research aims to analyze and evaluate the liquidity and banking performance indicators of the Bank of Baghdad for the period (2018–2023). Liquidity in Iraqi commercial banks is a crucial economic issue that impacts the financial and banking performance of the country, especially due to economic and political fluctuations that may hinder banks from providing sufficient funding for investment projects. This, in turn, negatively affects growth and production, leading to a decline in the financial performance of commercial banks. The research is based on the hypothesis that liquidity has a significant impact on banking performance. It adopts the deductive approach by combining both descriptive-analytical and quantitative methods. The study includes two variables: one independent and one dependent. The independent variable is the banking liquidity shock, while the dependent variables are banking performance, represented by the return on investment (ROI) and earnings per share (EPS). The researcher concluded that the Bank of Baghdad experienced very high liquidity ratios during the study period, indicating its ability to meet obligations and fulfill customer demands. This suggests that the bank enjoys strong financial performance and a solid credit position. However, profitability rates declined due to the bank’s efforts to balance liquidity and profitability.

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Represents the current search to try to show the extent of the contribution of Dimensions of digital transformation in achieving Excellence performance in one of the health organizations in Mosul, and when he was health organizations represents a priority in the interests of the communities for their role in securing the health service must be characterized by excellence to relate to human life which does not have the most precious of it, therefore, the need has become necessary to study the role that can contribute to the Dimensions of digital transformation in achieving their performance seamlessly through the analysis of correlation and influence between them and Excellence performance in order to strengthen the organization's position about its clientele . And in general tries to find the answer to the following question (What is the nature of the correlation and impact between the Dimensions of digital transformation and Excellence performance in the hospital in question?) The research found the existence of a correlation and impact of the Dimensions of digital transformation in Excellence performance. Based on these findings the research presents a number of proposals are consistent with it.

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This study aimed to search the factors affecting earnings per share and financial performance in joint stock companies operating in the Iraq Stock Exchange (industrial sector), where the impact of internal and external factors on earnings per share and on Financial performance, and the impact of earnings per share on financial performance on the other hand, as the problem of the study raised questions about the nature of the impact relationship between the three variables of the study. The researchers adopted a scientific approach using the descriptive analytical approach and using the statistical program (spss v23) to find ratios and frequencies and examine the efficiency of the measurement tool. As well as the program (AMOS V23) in process of analyzing data according to the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) method to find the values of the regression coefficients, and to analyze the nature of direct and indirect (median) relationships. One side and the earnings per share on the other hand, and that there is a positive impact relationship directly for earnings per share on financial performance, and that there is an indirect positive impact relationship for awareness. The internal and external burden on financial performance through earnings per share, and there is a variation in the impact relationship from one factor to another. The researchers recommended the necessity of directing these factors programmatically to serve the company and try to exploit them optimally to achieve the highest profit

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This research aims to demonstrate the effectiveness of the use of viral marketing in improving marketing performance for the purpose of helping the tourism companies in question to adopt the use of viral marketing in a way that contributes to enhancing marketing performance, which is the problem for the companies surveyed in. Viral marketing and marketing performance), and to determine the extent of the tourism companies’ commitment to the application of viral marketing. The data was collected by distributing a questionnaire prepared for this purpose, as the research community consisted of 22 tourism companies operating in the city of Baghdad. In order to reach the results that achieve the goal of the research, two main hypotheses were formulated, four sub-hypotheses were branched from each hypothesis, which were tested by a set of descriptive statistical tools (arithmetic mean, standard deviation, and coefficient of variation) and inferential statistical tools (Spearman and Guttman coefficients). The researcher reached a set of conclusions, the most prominent of which were: that the surveyed tourism companies use viral marketing to improve marketing performance, but insufficiently, in addition to that they do not use the information variable to improve their marketing performance, and based on the above, the researcher recommends tourism companies to pay attention to information in a way It suits its orientation and improves its viral marketing by creating social networking sites that motivate its current and prospective customers to acquire its tourism services by promoting new services, organizing competitions, offering offers, and rewards on its website or website in social media programs.

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This study aimed to explore the effect of using a sustainable balanced scorecard in the relationship between strategic cost management methods and strategic performance of Jordanian public shareholding industrial companies by shedding light on the most important modern administrative and accounting techniques used by advanced industrial companies in managing their costs and following up on the implementation of necessary corrective and preventive measures to enhance areas of strength and address areas of weakness in their strategic performance. The study population consisted of all employees in Jordanian public shareholding industrial companies. To achieve the objectives of the study, a questionnaire was developed and distributed to (205) individuals working in Jordanian public shareholding industrial companies. (158) questionnaires were retrieved, of which (146) were valid for analysis. To test the hypotheses, Structural Equation Model (PLS- SEM).

The study found that there is an effect of using a sustainable balanced scorecard in the relationship between total quality management method and strategic performance of Jordanian public shareholding industrial companies. However, the results of the study indicated no effect of using a sustainable balanced scorecard in the relationship between other strategic cost management methods (Target costing method, comparative measurement method) and the strategic performance of Jordanian public shareholding industrial companies. Based on the results of this study, the researchers reached several recommendations, The most important was: the necessity of Jordanian public shareholding industrial companies to enhance the implementation of strategic cost management methods, especially the target costing method, due to its positive effect on the use of a sustainable balanced scorecard. Moreover, it is essential to reconsider the application of comparative measurement method and work on its enhancement to be more effective in supporting the use of a sustainable balanced scorecard and improving strategic performance

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The research aims to identify the impact of organizational development in its five dimensions, which are (training and developing employees' skills, systems and policies followed, technological methods and tools, organizational structure, analysis of conditions and keeping pace with various environmental variables) on job performance in the General Directorate of Vocational Education. The research problem was represented by asking the question: What is the impact of organizational development in its dimensions on job performance? The study of research variables was chosen due to the novelty and importance of these variables. A main hypothesis was formulated for the research, which stated that there is no statistically significant relationship of influence of organizational development on job performance. The study was conducted in the Ministry of Education / General Directorate of Vocational Education. The research community was represented by the employees of that directorate, numbering (351) employees, and the research sample was (88) employees. As for the means of collecting data, it was done using a questionnaire and personal interviews. The statistical program (SPSS-V.26) was used to analyze the data. The most prominent results reached by the research was the existence of a positive impact of organizational development on job performance in the General Directorate of Vocational Education, and that the most influential dimension of organizational development on job performance is the dimension of training and developing employees' skills. The study recommended providing an appropriate financial budget to carry out the continuous updating of the technological methods used in the directorate in order to ensure the institution’s organizational reconstruction and to bring about major behavioral and technological changes.

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The study aims to figure out the extent to which the commitment to the application of the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) affects the results of the evaluation of banking performance, the study  based on a key premise that the commitment of commercial banks to the application of international financial reporting standards positively affects the results of the evaluation of banking performance through the preparation of financial statements that are transparent, appropriate and comparable with other banks in all countries of the world, For the purpose of testing the hypothesis of the research and achieving its objectives, the deductive approach was used in the presentation, study and analysis of research variables in the theoretical aspect, the descriptive quantitative analytical approach and the comparative method were adopted in the practical aspect.

The study reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which is that the results of the ratios and financial indicators based on the amounts extracted from the financial statements prepared in accordance with the International Financial Reporting Standards reflected positively on the evaluation of the performance of banks and led to improving the results of the performance evaluation of the bank and the process of comparison with the ratios of banks in other countries.

The study also recommended the need to intensify efforts among the relevant authorities concerned with the process of applying international financial reporting standards in banks to increase focus and shed light on finding a unified mechanism for the application of standards and follow up on their proper application.

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The aim of the research is to identify the external determinants of the performance of the banking sector, represented by growth rate in gross domestic product (GGDP) and inflation (I), and the internal determinants represented by size (S), operational efficiency (OE) and financial intermediation (FM) for the period (1996 to 2017), in some of the Arabic countries represented by (Egypt, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, the Emirates). To reach this goal, cross-sectional time-series models (Pooled regression model, fixed effects model, random effects model) were used. These models were compared using the restricted F test and Hausman's test, and it was found that the random effects model is the appropriate model to represent the relationship between the research variables.The results of the research revealed that there was no effect of the external determinants (growth in GDP and inflation) and financial intermediation as one of the internal determinants on the performance of banking sectors, expressed in return on capital (ROE), because the relationship between these variables was not significant, in addition to the existence of a negative impact of a significant indication of the volume on the performance of the banking sectors and a positive impact with a significant effect of the operational efficiency on the performance of that sector. The research recommended the necessity for the supervisory and supervisory authorities to pay special attention to size and operational efficiency for their clear impact on the performance of the banking sectors, the research sample.

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The research aims to clarify the mechanism for implementing the program and performance budget and its importance as a modern tool for financial reform by adopting the descriptive approach and the case study approach by reviewing the Egyptian experience in implementing this type of budget, in addition to designing a proposed model for implementing the program and performance budget in three ministries (Electricity, Construction and Housing, and Health) in line with the Iraqi national strategic objectives. The research showed that the success of the Egyptian experience in implementing this budget requires a clear institutional structure, integration between planning, financing, and implementation, and the availability of advanced information systems. The research also showed that ministries such as Health, Electricity, and Construction and Housing have appropriate capabilities for the gradual implementation of the program and performance budget, especially with the presence of projects that can be evaluated and performance monitored. This requires an explicit legal and legislative framework that requires the adoption of the program and performance budget, which is considered one of the fundamental obstacles facing implementation in Iraq.

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The study dealt with diagnosing the quality of the external auditor's performance in view of international auditing standards and external environment variables. The study was based on a main hypothesis that states “the process of raising the quality of the external auditor’s performance and ensuring the fairness and objectivity of professional opinion within the auditor’s report that reflects the essence of control practices requires professional, technical and strict adherence to international auditing standards with consider the integrate with the external environment variables surrounding the entity subject to auditing" . In order to achieve the objectives of the study and test the validity of the hypotheses related to it, the researcher adopted the descriptive (correlational) approach, which aims to know the size and type of relationship between the variables, that is, to what extent the study variables are related to each other, sub-hypotheses were derived, which confirm the existence of a moral correlation with statistically significant between the international auditing standards and quality of the external auditor's performance, the external environment variables and quality of the external auditor's performance. This requires adoption a number of tools, including formulating and designing the questionnaire form in an accurate manner and making use of some previous studies in the process of designing that questionnaire in order to cover all study variables in a way that represents the study community correctly.
The study reached a set of conclusions and recommendations, the most important of which are , one of the most important determinants of the success of external audit practices and achieving quality in the auditing performance is that the task must assign to a professional and competent external auditor possessing a number of personal qualities , scientific and professional qualifications, including integrity, objectivity and transparency in expressing a professional opinion , as addressed by the international auditing standard that requires exercising professional care, availability of skill, competence and training in the external auditor, he must possess the ability to understand international auditing standards and the conditions for their application, possess impartiality in the process of gathering evidence, familiarity with the affairs of the entity subject to auditing and the nature of its relationship with other external bodies. He must also possess a tendency of professional skepticism, which indicates alertness to cases that may indicate the possibility of a misrepresentation due to an error or fraud and critical evaluation of evidence , In addition to these features, the external auditor requires accuracy in determining the entity to which the auditor’s report are directed and justice in formulating this report as it is considered a link between the auditor and the needs and requirements of many users, including senior management, investors and creditors, in order to contribute to strengthening corporate governance and facilitate the process of making decision.

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        The purpose of this research is to analyze the effect of applying the internal control system according to the COBIT5 framework on tax performance. Data was collected from the research sample using the questionnaire form, and the number of distributed questionnaires was (55), distributed to each of the officials and workers in the Iraqi General tax authority, Professionals, and Academics at the University of Baghdad. A set of statistical methods were used to study the relationship between the two research variables, using the statistical program (SPSS) to analyze the data and calculate (the arithmetic mean, correlation coefficient, coefficient of variation, F test, R2 coefficient of determination, T test, Cronbach's alpha coefficient). The research has a significant positive relationship and influence between the framework (COBIT5) and the tax performance. The most influential dimensions of COBIT5 in tax performance dimension delivery, service and support (DSS), followed by evaluation, guidance and control (EDM), while the least influential dimensions in tax performance dimension compliance are planning and organization (APO). The research recommended adopting the COBIT5 internal control framework as a guide for auditors to advise senior management on the efficiency of the internal control system in the tax institution. This includes a governance framework for information technology, which is one of the most important pillars of the corporate governance system. This research also contributes by providing theoretical and practical implications for tax administration to improve the reality of tax performance.

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Integrated reports represent an episode in the development of the financial reporting function and were approved by the management of economic units as a result of the pressures of users of accounting information in light of a competitive economic environment that requires reducing the information gap between management and users in order to ensure the achievement of social and environmental activities to evaluate the efforts of the management of economic units and their ability to achieve goals. Its strategy and creating an integrated information advantage.

The importance of the research stems from the importance of integrated reports and evaluation of banking performance and governance, as it addresses an important issue supporting the disclosure of quantitative and qualitative information about the performance of banks to meet the needs of investors and stakeholders. The aim of the research was to determine the role of the dimensions of integrated reports within the governance framework in the process of results and evaluation of banking performance.

As for the research problem, the process of reporting on the results of the economic unit’s work is accompanied by various problems that prompted the emergence of a comprehensive type of reports. Hence, the research problem can be formulated with the following questions: Do the contents of the dimensions of integrated reports affect the evaluation of banking performance within the framework of governance? The research is also based on the following hypotheses: The first main hypothesis: There is a role for integrated reports with their dimensions within the governance framework in evaluating banking performance under the Balanced Scorecard (BSC) system.

Many conclusions were reached: weak disclosure in the non-financial reports of the bank in the research sample, in addition to the low levels of environmental and social activities that help management achieve its set goals, and the low utility of the information provided to users.

The research summarized the recommendations, the most important of which are the need to oblige professional accounting organizations and the management of the Iraqi Stock Exchange to direct bank management and the need to commit to preparing annual integrated reports.

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The research discusses a fundamental topic, which is the analysis of production capacities, and their relationship to the industrial performance of Ibn Al-Atheer House for Printing and Publishing - University of Mosul. With the officials of the house, the research covered two calendar years, 2018 and 2019, based on the budget statement of Ibn Al-Atheer House for those years. The research aimed to study some criteria in evaluating the industrial performance of this house for the years 2018-2019 and to identify the strengths and weaknesses in industrial performance within This industrial unit, the research adopted a hypothesis that the industrial performance of Ibn Al-Atheer House for Printing and Publishing - Mosul University was suffered decline during the research period from what it was before the study period. The research reached several results, the most prominent of which were:-

1- The actual capacities of production for the house have decreased during the years of study and this is due to the decrease in the demand to go to the house due to the Move of the workplace to inside the university campus, where it is not possible for many departments to enter the university and go to the private printing companies presses, while there is an obligation for these to print inside public sector organizations

2- Through the analysis, a rise in the costs of production inputs , as it was found that most of these inputs were purchased from the local markets, which incurs additional costs that negatively affect the of the house.

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This paper examines the potential transition from traditional budgeting to performance budgeting (PB) in Iraq, with a focus on the Government Program (GP). It explores the historical underpinnings of budgetary practices in Iraq, critiques the limitations of traditional budgeting, and delineates the potential of GP as a catalyst for the implementation of performance budgeting. The study utilizes a qualitative approach, analyzing policy documents and drawing parallels with global trends and empirical studies to assess the adaptability of performance budgeting in the Iraqi context. The findings suggest that GP embodies the foundational elements of performance budgeting. The study concludes with strategic recommendations for successful performance budgeting implementation in Iraq.

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The aim of the research is to clarify and determine the role of voluntary accounting disclosure in the process of evaluating banking performance, which has become increasingly important in the recent period as a result of the developments witnessed by the financial markets regarding the type and quantity of information contained in the financial reports of companies, and this is achieved by testing research hypotheses and trying to reach a solution to its problem by trying to determine the extent of dependence of each of the CAMELS indicators on information classified as voluntary or voluntary disclosures within the reports, and within this framework, the research problem revolves around the dependence of all or some of the indicators of the camels system on voluntary accounting information published in financial reports, Is there a relationship between voluntary accounting disclosure in the financial reports of banks and the results of evaluating their banking performance under the camels system  The research is based on two hypotheses, the first of which is the role of voluntary accounting disclosure of banks in assessing banking performance using the six camels indicators, and the second is that some CAMELS indicators rely on voluntary accounting information to varying degrees, The research also aimed at determining the impact of voluntary accounting disclosures of banks in assessing banking performance using the CAMELS system or not, and determining the size and shape of the relationship between the results of the banking evaluation using the CAMELS system and the volume of voluntary accounting disclosure in financial reports in addition to identifying the indicators of the CAMELS system that rely on voluntary accounting information disclosure, Therefore, through the research, the CAMELS system was applied to the Bank of Baghdad and using the method of financial analysis, many conclusions were reached, the most important of which was the study showed the existence of a role for voluntary accounting disclosures in assessing banking performance among the elements of the camels banking evaluation system in the banks sample study and the importance of applying the CAMELS investors have a clearer picture of the bank.

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This study sought to explore the mediation role of social media within the framework of the relationship between digital marketing and marketing performance in Zain Telecom Company in Iraq, where the problem of research is that digital marketing in its modern form is based on social media in order to develop and develop marketing performance in companies and in particular communications companies. Despite this great importance of the medieval role represented by social media and its great spread such as Facebook, WhatsApp and others, studies in this field are very few and are almost non -existent in a country like Iraq. In order to bridge this research gap, we used two approaches, which are the descriptive approach to describing the political concepts related to the variables of the study, and the analytical approach to exploring the relationship and influencing these variables that are digital marketing, marketing performance and the role of social media. A questionnaire was distributed to employees of Zain Telecom Company in Baghdad Governorate, where the number of members of the sample reached 70 after collecting and analyzing questionnaires. There was a relationship of moral correlation between both digital marketing with its dimensions and marketing performance, and there is a relationship of correlation with moral significance Between both digital marketing and social media, as well as between marketing performance and social media.

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This research aims to analyze the role of empowerment strategies in achieving creative performance among employees of the General Company for Communications and Information Technology (GCIT), a vital government organization operating in a dynamic technological environment that requires continuous renewal and innovation. The research used the descriptive-analytical approach, and data were collected through a questionnaire distributed to a random sample of 140 employees, from which 137 valid questionnaires were retrieved for statistical analysis. The research focused on studying the impact of four dimensions of empowerment strategies: power, knowledge, information, and rewards, as independent variables, while creative performance represented the dependent variable. SPSS V.26 was used to test the hypotheses and study the impact of variables. The research results showed a significant positive effect for most empowerment dimensions in enhancing employees' creative performance, with the dimensions "power" and "knowledge" having the greatest impact. In contrast, the effect of "rewards" was low. The results confirmed that empowering employees cognitively and practically and providing a supportive organizational environment positively impact their ability to think creatively and devise new solutions. The study recommends adopting comprehensive empowerment policies within the company, creating a work environment that encourages creativity, and reconsidering incentive systems and information flow to enhance organizational performance and keep pace with the requirements of digital transformation.

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The integration of smart technologies into higher education is rapidly reshaping traditional teaching and learning environments. This study investigates differences in academic performance between students utilizing AI technologies and those who do not, spanning three educational levels: undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate. Using a simulated dataset of 200 participants, the analysis employed independent sample t-tests, chi-square tests, regression models, correlation analyses, and visualizations such as scatter plots. The findings consistently demonstrate that students who adopt AI significantly outperform their peers, with notable statistical improvements across all groups. Additionally, factors like educational level and age were found to influence outcomes, with younger students and AI users showing greater consistency and higher achievement. Beyond presenting numerical data, the research contextualizes these results within modern digital learning theories, addresses challenges in technological integration, and offers practical recommendations for effectively incorporating AI tools into higher education frameworks.

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This study aimed to analyse the impact of financial leasing revenues on financial performance in the banking sector, by identifying the nature of financial leasing and its benefits, and knowing the extent to which banks benefit from financial leasing and its impact on their banking performance, as well as showing a financing method that enables banks, especially Islamic banks, to rely It must use it to invest its money and investments.

The research referred to the experiences of both Japan and Jordan by knowing the impact of financial leasing in both countries and the extent of their success in benefiting from the advantages provided by this activity. It was found that the success of financial leasing activity in developed countries is evidence of the advantages that this activity provides if it is implemented. correctly.

The research relied on the main hypothesis that financial leasing positively affects the banking financial performance of Islamic banks that adopted this formula.

The research reached the conclusion that financial leasing affects banking performance in developing countries slightly, but its impact in developed countries is better, and the reason for this is due to the instability in the economies of these countries, and this fluctuation in the volume of financial leasing activity in Arab countries reflects many problems and challenges. facing this activity.

One of the most important recommendations reached by the research is the need to provide full support to the banking sector by governments to be able to provide financial leasing services and benefit from them, as well as the need to educate administrators in the banking sector about the importance of financial leasing and the benefits expected from its use.

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This research aims to explore the role of accounting in improving the financial performance of both public and private institutions, focusing on how modern accounting tools such as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and cloud-based accounting software can enhance financial efficiency and increase transparency. The study adopts a descriptive-analytical approach, using surveys to collect data from accountants and financial managers within various institutions. Financial performance was assessed using key financial indicators such as Return on Investment (ROI), Return on Assets (ROA), liquidity ratios, and profitability ratios. Additionally, the research analyzes the economic and regulatory challenges institutions face in implementing modern accounting systems and the impact these challenges have on the accuracy of financial reporting. The findings indicate that the use of modern accounting systems significantly improves financial efficiency by accelerating the process of data collection and analysis, thus enabling more accurate strategic decision-making. The results also reveal that institutions face economic and regulatory challenges, such as changes in laws and regulations, which affect the effectiveness of accounting systems.

The research concludes that adopting modern accounting systems positively impacts financial performance but requires a flexible environment to adapt to economic and regulatory challenges.

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The Sustainable development had become occupies an important place in the global economy in light of the developments that have occurred in the modern business environment Sustainable development has been emerged as a remade term for the overall development ,  where the center of gravity in global politics to thinking in addressing the issues collectively and develop plans comprehensive and work to use of available resources  effective way and avoid waste and loss ,where sustainable development objective to try find some kind of balance between the ecosystem and the economic system without wasting natural resources generations are obligated at the present time as necessary keep on natural resources for future generations , as the primary objective for the sustainable development become achieve justice for different generation especially the future generations in providing an adequate standard of living and try to reduce the phenomenon of poverty especially in developing countries which requires the necessity to redistribute income between developed and developing countries , and the economic entity contribute to achieving sustainable development through the application of sustainability which offers many economically beneficial ways for this entity to effectively comply with environmental and social responsibility in her decision so design those strategies for sustainability on ideas of reducing costs or maximizing profits by reducing waste and pollution in order to achieve competitive advantage    due to the importance Economic Performance in Economic Entities which is one of the main ingredients and pillars of Economic Entities that work to achieve its goals within the limits of its available resources in a highly competitive environment in order for the entity to know its ability to achieve its goals it needs a performance evaluation and needs to choose the best indicators and standards the evaluation of economic performance is important for the continuation of economic entity Through this paper we will try to shed light on Economic Performance Evaluation and Reflection On Achieving Sustainable Development .

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This research aims to demonstrate the role of accounting as a strategic tool for achieving sustainable economic development through the adoption of program and performance budgeting. It also seeks to clarify how to bridge the gap between the allocation of financial resources and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by transitioning from a traditional, input-based budget to one focused on measurable results and outputs. The research methodology comprises two aspects: the first is a theoretical and inductive approach, relying on previous studies and research on the topic; the second is an applied approach, involving the distribution of a paper questionnaire to a sample of accountants in the Najaf and Kufa Education Directorates in 2026, yielding 100 respondents. The hypothesis was tested using the SPSS statistical software. The results revealed a strong correlation between the effectiveness of the accounting role and the application of performance budgeting in promoting the dimensions of sustainable development. The research demonstrated that the role of accounting in supporting performance budgeting can explain changes in the level of achieving sustainable development, reflecting the fundamental importance of this role. Program and performance budgeting, through the activation of the accounting role, contributes to providing precise standards for measuring the efficiency of public spending, thus helping to overcome the shortcomings of traditional budgeting, which often encouraged waste.

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The research aims to determine the effect of sustainable performance in achieving competitive advantage through servitization, which pushes manufacturers to adopt this trend. The research problem was embodied in how the company is able to provide distinguished services with products through sustainable performance to achieve competitive advantage. The research was applied at the General Company for Electrical and Electronic Industries Through a survey of the opinions of a sample of (65) engineers, administrators and technicians, through a questionnaire prepared for this purpose within three axes (sustainable performance, servitization,, competitive advantage). The results confirmed the presence of a high level of interest in the research variables, as well as a significant effect of sustainable performance in achieving competitive advantage through the mediation of the servitization,

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The research aims primarily to diagnose and determine the role played by organizational conflict management methods with its dimensions (cooperation method, employee performance, avoidance method, compromise method, courtesy method) in employee performance. The research problem lies in determining how organizational conflict management can raise employee performance. The organization was chosen as the research field, which is one of the important organizations, to test the research hypotheses and the correlation and influence relationships between organizational conflict management methods as a dependent variable and employee performance as a dependent variable. (54) questionnaires were distributed to all employees in the office of the Electoral Commission in Maysan. The descriptive analytical approach and the statistical software SPSS25 were relied on to analyze and describe its results. The research concluded that there is a correlation and influence relationship between the research variables.

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Rapid evolution of the Internet of Things (IoT) has transformed the urban infrastructure because it is possible to interconnect systems that can improve transportation, healthcare, security, energy management, and public services. Implementation of IoT network in Iraqi cities faces numerous constraints including lack of infrastructural development, network saturation, unstable connections, poor cybersecurity and lack of resource management. These factors largely affect dependability and functionality of smart city applications. This paper examined how Artificial Intelligence (AI) methods applied to improve IoT network performance in Iraqi cities through effective data routing, predictive maintenance, anomaly detection, bandwidth optimization, and intelligent resource management. Machine learning, Deep Learning and reinforcement learning methods were commonly used methods to address the conditions of dynamic networks and maximize operational efficiency. The study aims at the application of AI techniques to strengthen current IoT systems to enhance scalability, minimize latency, enhance security, and energy efficiency. The research, based on analytical modeling and comparative performance analysis, shows that AI-based IoT systems significantly improve technological resilience of cities and assist Iraq in the development of smart cities. The results offer viable advice to policy makers, network engineers and urban planners who wish to develop modern cities in Iraq using intelligent technology.

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The aim of the research is to clarify the role that artificial intelligence can play in contributing to improving financial performance and achieving a sustainable competitive advantage for economic units. The research was adopted on the descriptive analytical method through the analysis of intellectual literature and relevant previous studies, as well as reviewing the most prominent applications of artificial intelligence in the field of accounting, such as the intelligent automation of receipt and disbursement processes. The most prominent conclusions reached were that the use of artificial intelligence tools contributes to achieving a sustainable competitive advantage by reducing operational costs, raising the efficiency of financial performance, which is reflected positively on the financial performance of economic units. The research recommends the necessity of adopting clear strategies for the application of artificial intelligence tools, developing the digital infrastructure, and qualifying accounting personnel in line with the requirements of digital transformation.

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China has realized the great importance and the great role of innovation in achieving distinguished industrial performance, so it began to support and encourage it in order to achieve this, and this is what this research tries to measure and prove through a standard study based on annual data for the period (1985-2020), and depending on the statistical program (Eviews 10).
The research recommended some proposals, the most important of which are: China advancing the most important indicators of innovation by increasing spending on research and development and achieving the quality of domestic education for China and not on education abroad. Conformity and integration must be achieved between the most important indicators of innovation, especially with regard to human development (quality education) and patents.
The model variables were (industrial performance log y) is the dependent variable. And (log x1 patents), (log x2 research and development spending), (log x3 education quality) and (log x4 technology progress), are the independent variables.
The results indicated that the complete logarithmic model is the best among other models, and to achieve this goal the research relied on the assumption that innovation achieves distinguished industrial performance in both industrialized and emerging countries, including China. The support and encouragement of innovation indicators had a moral effect in achieving industrial performance in China and achieving economic and social well-being, but this depends on the country's economic situation, strategies and laws adopted and the amount of gross domestic product allocated to support those indicators.
Through the results of joint integration, the research concluded that there is a long-term equilibrium relationship and a short-term response between the research variables, and that there is a significant effect of some indicators and an insignificant effect of other indicators, in addition to the absence of the problem of self-correlation and the problem of heterogeneity of disparity.
The research recommended some proposals, the most important of which is the need for China to raise the most important indicators of innovation by increasing spending on research and development and achieving the quality of local education for China rather than relying on education abroad. It is imperative to achieve harmony and integration between the most important indicators of innovation, especially with regard to human development (quality Education and patents) and among technological advances
The research also recommended that Iraq should study this pioneering experience and make use of it as much as possible for the purpose of modernizing the Iraqi economy,
The research also recommended conducting a future study of the industrialization experience in South Korea because it is a pioneering experiment that deserves to be studied and that it moved South Korea from a developing country to an advanced industrial country that competes with the advanced industrial countries.

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The purpose of this study is to look into how internal control and auditing procedures affect financial performance in state-owned firms.

The study focuses on the function of these technologies in increasing financial transparency, lowering financial risks, and optimizing resource allocation in public sector organizations. It also investigates the importance of internal audits in discovering errors and financial manipulation, as well as the obstacles associated with adopting these systems in the public sector. The primary premise of this study is that efficient implementation of internal control and auditing systems improves financial performance in state-owned firms by increasing transparency, lowering financial risks, and achieving better resource allocation. A descriptive analytical technique was utilized to collect qualitative and quantitative data from financial managers and internal auditors in state-owned firms using questionnaires and interviews. In addition, financial data and yearly reports were examined to identify the relationship between internal control and auditing systems and financial results. The research hypothesis was supported using statistical tools such as variance analysis and correlation analysis. One of the research's primary results is that effective use of internal control and auditing systems improves financial performance by increasing transparency, minimizing financial errors, and optimizing resource allocations. Furthermore, senior management's backing is vital to these systems' success. The research's crucial direction is to improve and develop internal control and auditing systems in state-owned firms by offering ongoing staff training and implementing new technologies to improve these systems' performance. Beyond that, complete support from top management should be ensured in order to assure the achievement of financial goals and the elimination of operational financial risks.

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In recent years, institutions have faced increasing challenges, including resource scarcity, shifting customer expectations regarding service quality, and growing commitments to economic, social, and environmental sustainability. Amid these challenges, international reports, including the 2024 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) report, highlight the limited progress towards achieving the SDGs in Iraq. The report indicates that nearly half of the goals are showing only slight or moderate progress, while more than a third are moving in the opposite direction. This reality underscores the need for continuous improvement in institutional processes, a goal to which Total Quality Management (TQM) contributes by enhancing performance efficiency, optimizing resource utilization, and developing skills. This issue is particularly relevant in Iraq, as the World Bank's SDGs report indicates a performance gap of 34.1%, making an analysis of TQM's role essential to understanding its contribution to bridging this gap. This research aims to analyze the impact of Total Quality Management (TQM) on achieving sustainable development within the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity. This is achieved by measuring the level of TQM implementation and its reflection on performance indicators. The study relied on a sample of 100 department and division managers. A total of 130 questionnaires were distributed, 110 were returned, and 100 valid questionnaires were analyzed using SPSS software. The results showed a clear understanding among the sample of the importance of TQM practices in promoting sustainable development. Furthermore, the results indicated a statistically significant impact of TQM on sustainable development. The study recommends strengthening the adoption of TQM principles within the Ministry of Electricity as a framework for improving processes and enhancing performance efficiency. This will contribute to bridging the performance gap and achieving tangible progress towards sustainable development.

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This research aims to identify the role of strategic leadership, through its dimensions (clarity of strategic direction, rational use of authority, and ethical and value framework), in achieving outstanding performance in the private universities included in the research sample. (153) valid questionnaires were distributed to the research sample, which included senior and middle management. The data were processed and analyzed using several statistical methods, most notably (arithmetic mean, standard deviation, coefficient of variation, Pearson correlation coefficient, and simple linear regression) using the SPSS V28 statistical software. One of the most important conclusions reached by the research is the existence of a statistically significant correlation between strategic leadership (with its three dimensions: clarity of strategic direction, rational use of authority, and ethical and value framework) and the level of outstanding performance in private universities. This indicates that adopting these dimensions contributes to enhancing the universities' ability to improve their focus on beneficiaries, develop their internal processes, and improve their human resource management as key inputs for institutional excellence. The research recommends the necessity of adopting an integrated strategic leadership system in private universities, based on developing clear and updated documents and strategies, promoting organized delegation of powers, establishing the ethical framework, building leadership and human capacities, and supporting a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, in a way that contributes to raising the levels of institutional performance and achieving excellence in the higher education environment.     

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The research aims to measure the impact of the recruitment strategy in its dimensions (planning the recruitment strategy, implementing the recruitment process, evaluating the recruitment process) on the superior performance of employees in its dimensions (cooperation and sense of responsibility, initiative and creativity, achievement)The General Directorate of Vocational Education and its affiliated departments in Baghdad, which is one of the departments of the Ministry of Education, represented a field of application, as a sample size of (70) was identified, representing department directors, their assistants, and people officials in the directorate. Based on the data collected through the sample answers by preparing a questionnaire for this purpose, which consisted of (50) paragraphs that covered the research variables and their sub-dimensions. The research adopted the descriptive analytical method, and the research used the statistical program SPSS v.26 and the Smart pls program v.3.3 to reach the most prominent result represented in the impact of polarization strategies on the superior performance of employees directly, and the interest of the General Directorate of Vocational Education in the superior performance of the employees, which prompted it to direct polarization strategies to improve it directly, the researcher used statistical methods:( natural distribution test,  mean, Standard Deviation, Coefficient of Variation,  relative importance, CFA analysis, multiple regression coefficient, Path Analysis)

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        The international country risk guide referred to the possibility of analyzing a country's political risks using variables that included certain common or differentiated political characteristics that could become an identifiable characteristic of that country. The goal of analyzing such risks is to provide a method for quantifying and monitoring their consequences through multiple variables, including, but not limited to, the performance of financial markets. Such evaluation can be accomplished by assigning risk scores to a group of factors known as political risk elements, and despite the large size of the effects of these risks on market performance (sectors and companies), some parties avoid, ignore, or even include insufficient estimates that do not reflect their significance. As a result, the research problem focused on the idea that such levels of political risk might have a significant positive or negative impact on the performance indicators of the Iraq Stock Exchange. The ARDL model was used in the study to determine the direction and strength of the influence on the research sample. The study uncovered several results, the most important of which was that the voting process and accountability connected to the army's intervention in politics, accountability, and democracy were among the most influential explanatory factors for the two models.

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The study aims to shed light on the types of risks associated with the use of information technology in the audit process that face the external auditor, and to demonstrate the impact of these risks on the quality of the external auditor’s performance through the auditor’s academic and professional qualifications, rules of professional conduct, and consistency with field work standards. The study was based on the hypothesis The main principle is that the external auditor’s identification and evaluation of the risks that he may be exposed to when using modern techniques represented by auditing technology can result in a series of positive results, which in turn enhance the quality of his performance in the auditing process. In order to achieve the objectives of the study and examine and test its sub-hypotheses, it was adopted The study adopted a descriptive analytical approach through constructing and drafting a questionnaire that was distributed to the study sample consisting of a group of external auditors working in auditing offices and companies in the Republic of Iraq, and then analyzing the study data through the use of a number of statistical means and methods.

The study reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which is that the expansion and spread of the use of information technology in many professional works has placed the auditing profession on the need to keep pace with technical developments, as there has become an urgent need for the use of technology by the external auditor in his audit work. Information has provided many opportunities and provided many competitive advantages, but its use is associated with various risks that require the external auditor to recognize and evaluate them in advance to take the necessary precautions and procedures and thus will positively affect the quality of his performance when conducting the audit. The study also recommended the need for auditing offices and companies in Iraq Which uses technology in its work with all policies and procedures that ensure that all auditors are aware of the risks of technology and the extent of its impact on the quality of the external auditor’s performance

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The study aimed to know the role of drug-addicted workers in reducing job performance in its dimensions (non-adherence to work hours, misconduct, and low employee productivity). To achieve the study objectives, the descriptive analytical approach was adopted. A questionnaire consisting of (31) paragraphs was developed, and a random sample was drawn so that the study sample consisted of (146) workers in a selected ministry from Baghdad (Ministry of Higher Education, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Planning). The descriptive analytical approach was relied upon, and the results were analyzed using the (SPSS) program and descriptive statistics tools. It was concluded that most of the sample members agreed that workers in the ministries surveyed have low drug use and that the job performance of workers in the ministries is good due to the low drug use by workers and that drug-addicted workers cause a decrease in job performance and that this decrease is reflected in the form of frequent absence, misconduct, and low productivity. The most prominent recommendations were the need to conduct awareness courses and implement programs to eliminate addiction in the workplace.

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This study aimed to measure the impact of digital transformation on the financial performance of the Iraqi banking sector during the period (2020–2025). To achieve the objectives of the study, the descriptive-analytical approach was adopted through the analysis of financial data obtained from a sample of Iraqi banks under investigation. In parallel, a quantitative approach was employed using a questionnaire administered to a sample of (777) respondents. The results revealed a statistically significant statistically significant association between digital transformation variables, represented by digital services, artificial intelligence, and technological platforms, and financial performance indicators, namely Return on Assets (ROA) and Return on Equity (ROE). The findings also indicated that digital transformation contributes effectively to reducing operating costs and enhancing the operational efficiency of the surveyed banks. Based on these findings, the study proposed a set of recommendations focusing on the necessity of strengthening digital infrastructure, intensifying specialized training programs for human resources, and developing cybersecurity frameworks to ensure the sustainability of financial performance within the rapidly evolving digital environment.

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The research sought to demonstrate the role of electronic accounting programs in the efficiency of regulatory performance within Iraqi private companies. It relied on the descriptive analytical approach to describe its theoretically proposed variables, and then collected the questionnaire that had been directed to a number of individuals working in the companies under study, who formed the research sample, numbering (391). After testing the proposed hypotheses, and analyzing them according to the SPSS program, the research conclusions were as follows: There is a significant role for electronic accounting on the efficiency of regulatory performance in the Al-Tamimi Group for Engineering Industries in Baghdad as one of the Iraqi industrial companies, and there are significant differences between the average answers of the sample members about the role of electronic accounting programs in the efficiency of regulatory performance according to the variable of the number of years of experience. Accordingly, the research recommended providing a training program on electronic accounting programs with the aim of exchanging knowledge and experiences on electronic accounting programs, training auditors and accountants to practice the process of controlling accounting information technology, providing them with the knowledge and skills they need to do their work in the best possible way, enhancing the use of electronic accounting, and applying it correctly to improve the quality and efficiency of auditing operations.

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The aim of this research is to measure the sustainable performance of Al-Qasim Green University based on the indicators of the Sustainable Balanced Scorecard (SBSC), and to assess the university’s ability to serve the community through social and environmental performance indicators. Sustainable orientation is essential in today’s business environment, as it reflects the clarity of strategic objectives and the roles of faculty and support staff in delivering high-quality, distinguished educational services. It also supports creative capacities to build a strong academic reputation, making the university a key contributor in meeting labor market needs.

The study adopted a case study methodology focusing on Al-Qasim Green University, using both financial and non-financial data for the period (2018–2019). The results were measured and analyzed accordingly. Findings indicate that the university is capable of enhancing sustainable performance, provided that improvements are made in cost and managerial accounting systems. These improvements should aim to provide decision-makers with relevant information that reflects the university's economic, environmental, and social realities.

The research recommendations emphasized the importance of university leadership giving due attention to environmental and social factors, alongside economic ones, in adopting higher education and scientific research strategies. It also called for creating multiple channels of engagement with the labor market and the community.

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The balanced scorecard plays a crucial role in enhancing the reputation of organizations in general, and specifically in the tourism sector, where performance evaluation is a key aspect of their operations. The main objective of this study is to adopt modern performance evaluation concepts to bring about a qualitative improvement in performance assessment, not only from a financial standpoint but also from other intangible perspectives. This research was motivated by the necessity to evaluate business performance in order to strengthen the competitive position of organizations in a challenging environment. The study was conducted in several high-end hotels in Baghdad, revealing a lack of clarity in performance evaluation methods and a failure to utilize the balanced scorecard, which negatively impacted the status of the hotels. The literature review employed a descriptive approach, exploring the relationship between the balanced scorecard and organizational status. A questionnaire was administered to a sample of 67 individuals (including directors, general managers, and department heads) to assess this relationship. The study yielded significant results, demonstrating a strong correlation between the balanced scorecard and the status of the organizations under investigation.

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Based on the importance of the role played by financial intelligence and behavior in strengthening companies in the financial markets and stabilizing them by achieving an added market value for companies assuming the moral and important impact of financial intelligence and behavior and proving the statistical hypothesis, a major problem was assumed represented in the statement of the impact of financial intelligence and behavior on the financial performance of financial decision makers in the sample of Iraqi companies? Therefore, the study sought to diagnose and explore the companies that provided and achieved levels of financial intelligence represented by profits, revenues and returns, and financial behavior represented by deals and sessions, within the sectors (banks and industry) of the study sample, and using the (ARDL) methodology in a period that extended 2010-2023 with a detailed theoretical description of the latest concepts and methods of measurement for both financial intelligence and behavior, as the results of the analysis of the first model of banks proved that there is a direct, significant and escalating impact that begins with revenues through profits and ends Returns are the most important in such a sector characterized by many and severe risks and from different internal and external environments, unlike the industry sector, which is affected by other factors, so it is necessary to follow the best market model that has achieved the highest levels of intelligence and behavior of financials for the duration of the research in order to be a model for consolidating weak and declining levels of behavior and intelligence in a number of companies and sectors.

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    The aim of this research is to determine the effect of work environment conditions on the performance of workers in Lebanese private hospitals in North Lebanon during the Lebanese financial crisis. A sample of 95 employees of various positions in private hospitals located in North Lebanon was studied: Al-Shamal Hospital, Moawad Hospital, Saydet Hospital, North Lebanon. The descriptive analytical approach was chosen for this research. The data was analyzed using the SPSS statistical program, and descriptive and analytical statistics were used in the analysis process. The results showed that there is a direct, statistically significant effect of the physical and behavioral conditions of the work environment on the health of workers in private hospitals in northern Lebanon during the financial crisis in Lebanon. There is also a direct, statistically significant effect of the health of employees at work on their performance in private hospitals in northern Lebanon during the financial crisis in Lebanon.

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Measure the efficiency of decision-making units (DMUs) using quantitative approaches plays important role to help decision maker to enhance the organization efficiency. Also, integrating more than one quantitative approach have received more attention recently. This paper presents an efficient computational approach which consist of integrating two multi-criteria decision making approaches. The first is the data envelopment analysis (DEA) model and it used to measure the efficiency of the DMUs based on their inputs and outputs and the second approach is Technique for Order of Preference by Similarity to Ideal Solution (TOPSIS). The presented approach has teased using dataset as in [12] of municipal services in Thi Qar Province, focusing on seven municipalities within the region. Using the presented approach, first we identify the relative efficiency using DEA models. Second, we rank all DMUs that reach full efficiency. Using a dataset comprising three inputs and three outputs associated with municipal services. The result of paper shows that this approach is reliable and easy to implement and it is suitable for helping the decision maker to reach the optimal decision for sustainable evaluation.

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         The current research aims to know the extent of the impact of the dimensions of manufacturing flexibility represented by (size flexibility, machinery flexibility, product flexibility, process flexibility, expansion flexibility) in supporting the marketing performance represented by (market share, sales volume, profitability) in the General Company for Leather Industries - Baghdad The data and information were collected based on a questionnaire form, and the data obtained was analyzed using the statistical program (spss. Ver- 24) in order to obtain the results of analyzing the correlation and influence relationships between the independent variable (manufacturing flexibility) and the dependent variable (marketing performance). A set of statistical tools and methods prepared for the purpose of statistical analysis and extracting results from the most important ones  T-test, F-test, correlation coefficient, and simple, multiple and graduated linear regression analysis. The research came out with a set of conclusions, among which there was a correlation and a significant effect between manufacturing flexibility and marketing performance, and in light of the conclusions, a set of proposals were presented in line with the conclusions, including: Increasing the interest of the researched company in manufacturing its products with different models and designs by adopting advanced machines that meet the requirements of customers as well as Diversification in the markets to which the products are offered.

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In light of the increased requirements for transparency and disclosure of all information related to financial and non-financial performance, especially in financial institutions, and based on the importance of financial inclusion in Egyptian banks and the disclosure of its indicators and how to implement it, the current research aims to study the role of disclosure of financial inclusion indicators on the financial performance of Egyptian banks. We study on Egyptian commercial banks, and the research reached several results, the most important of which is that financial inclusion is one of the basic pillars for achieving financial stability by supporting the stability of the deposit base and improving the flexibility of financing and investment in the banking sector, which leads to the ability of the financial system to withstand economic shocks, as the researcher recommended. Several points, including the following: the need to pay attention to the basic elements necessary to increase the quality of financial reports in the commercial banks under study, and the necessity of working to pay attention to the nature of the strong relationship that links indicators of the application of financial inclusion and the quality of financial reports, as well as the necessity of benefiting from the positive impact of indicators of the application of financial inclusion on the quality of financial reports.

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condition, spreading from one individual to another, and it is on the verge of becoming an epidemic if not properly addressed. Perhaps the first step toward treatment is isolation and avoiding close contact, and economic reform policies must begin by addressing this disease. The phenomenon of the “disguised employee” has infiltrated government institutions, necessitating serious consideration of how to treat or at least mitigate this issue. The research originates from the significance of the topic, given that real unemployment is typically addressed by the state, while the disguised employee represents a burden on public resources unless effective solutions are implemented. This study seeks to examine the problem defined as follows: “The phenomenon of the disguised employee has become widespread, and if left unaddressed, it will produce multiple effects closely tied to fundamental issues.” The research posits a hypothesis suggesting a direct correlation between several factors, most notably corruption—and the proliferation of this phenomenon. The study concludes with a set of key findings and recommendations. One of the most significant findings is that the term disguised employee, as used in this research, is a localized concept intended to replace the more general term disguised unemployment, whose definition varies between Iraqi and international contexts. Among the principal recommendations is the activation of oversight bodies to limit the prevalence of this phenomenon and the establishment of genuine performance monitoring mechanisms.

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 The problem of research has been reflected in the absence of interest of economic units in information on environmental and social costs needed to measure maintainable performance and in the fact that those economic units simply account for the elements of costs used in the production of products without considering the environmental and social costs in determining the cost of the product for the purpose of addressing this problem, this research is aimed at studying and indicating the impact of environmental and social cost accounting on the sustainable functioning of the economic unit. The nature of the accounting system applied in the economic unit in question is identified as the Ground of Architecture Cement Manufacturing Company, for the purpose of achieving the objectives of research and hypothesis testing, the Land of Architecture Cement Manufacturing Company, located in Misan governorate, has been selected environmental and social costs have not been measured, assessed and revealed as costs distinctly from other costs in the balance sheets, as it has been shown through the applied study that the environmental and social costs of the economic unit in question are hidden among other costs, leading to unsuitable management decisions, and thus negatively affecting the validity of the financial lists and reports of the economic unit. Through the statistical investigation of the questionnaire form, it was found that environmental and social cost accounting had a positive impact on raising the level of production, sales and occupational safety of workers, as well as on the reduction or decrease of environmental risks in the economic unit, as well as its positive impact on the valuation of the maintainable performance of the economic unit in question.

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This study aimed to identify the extent of the availability of soft skills in the performance of faculty members in Saudi universities from their point of view by applying it to faculty members at Imam Muhammad bin Saud Islamic University and Shaqra University, and to rank the soft skills according to the degree of their importance to them and whether there are statistically significant differences when The level of significance (a=0.05) in the degree of availability of soft skills in their performance is due to the variable of years of teaching or college experience.

The study followed the descriptive approach to achieve its objectives, as the researcher used the questionnaire as the main tool for the study, which contained (43) items distributed over six axes: critical thinking skill, problem solving, time management skill, leadership skill, decision-making skill, teamwork skill, and communication skill

The study concluded that soft skills were highly available in the performance of faculty members at Imam and Share Universities, as the highest arithmetic average for a sub-skill reached (4.85), with a rate of (97%), with a very high degree of availability, while the average for the lowest sub-skill reached (3.61), with a rate of (71%). With a high degree of availability.

 The skill of communication and communication came in first place in terms of its importance with an arithmetic average of (4.42), with a percentage of (88.2%) and a very high degree of availability. It was followed by the teamwork skill in second place with an arithmetic average of (4.28), with a percentage of (86%) and a degree of availability. Very high, while the time management skill came in third place with an arithmetic average of (4.18), with a percentage of (83.5%) and a high degree of availability, and in fourth place came the leadership skill with an arithmetic average of (4.12), with a percentage of (80.1%) and a high degree of availability. The skill of critical thinking and problem solving came in fifth place with an arithmetical average of (4.04), with a percentage of (80.1%) and a high degree of availability, while the decision-making skill came in last place with an arithmetical average of (4.03), with a percentage of (80%) and a high degree of availability.

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The interaction between the nervous and muscular systems, and the enhancement of complex movements that reflect the performance needs in various sports. This research highlights the theoretical frameworks and practical applications in functional training, based on recent scientific evidence published in the last three years. The research focuses on the impact of various functional training patterns, such as exercises based on a specific timing "Every Minute on the Minute" (EMOM), time-based exercises (RFT/FT), exercises aimed at achieving the highest number of rounds (AMRAP), in addition to high-intensity functional training (HIFT), and their effect on specific physiological indicators including: maximum oxygen consumption (VO₂max), blood lactate concentration, respiratory rate response, and heart rate variability (HRV). The research also discusses the implications of applying these training patterns in enhancing fundamental motor skills, such as power output, speed, agility, and balance. The research concludes that functional training achieves measurable improvements in both physiological and skill performance, providing scientific recommendations for its efficient application according to the athlete's experience levels and the needs of their sport.

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The Iraqi banking sector is working to keep pace with modern banking technologies, and with the aim of exploring the impact of electronic payment methods on the efficiency of banking performance, three standard models were built for the Iraqi banking sector, for the period (January 2018-December 2022) with monthly data, so that the number of time series observations for each model reaches (60) View.

The research found a positive impact of electronic payment methods on the financial performance of the Iraqi banking sector, by raising its level of profitability and reducing its costs, in addition to the important role played by managing its liquidity and reducing its risks. Electronic payment methods also had a negative impact on the efficiency of internal operations management through... Its inability to reduce the effort and speed in completing operations and responding to customer requirements, due to adherence to traditional methods of completing banking work and the limited use of technology for archiving, which has reinforced the episodes of red tape in banking work, and has had negative effects on the quality of banking services.     

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Introduction to professional ethics and organizational work values:

In recent years, we have seen the emergence of some concepts of social responsibility. These concepts are considered contemporary concepts, so there must be a reinforcement of these social concepts. We find that some institutions emphasize their developmental role and sense of social responsibility within the communities in which they are located. This social participation is not only important in the sense of responsibility, but has become a necessity to win the sympathy, respect, and appreciation of communities.

We find that the concept of work ethics is one of the most important social principles that stem from the full belief in the values of work, as each individual is responsible for the work he does. Of course, the concept of work ethics is closely linked to the people who perform their work in a skillful way. This does not stop at an authority or institution, whether in the public or private sector. Therefore, institutions have focused their attention specifically on work ethics and values. They seek to develop good morals such as honesty, integrity, commitment, striving for excellence, loyalty, righteousness, respect for others, and appreciating time and good use of it. They also seek to fight against everything that is not appropriate for virtuous ethics while adhering to high values for their multiple benefits for individuals, societies, and high-quality relationships.

Let's focus more on another aspect of ethical values and how they become more complex when there are situations where values conflict with other things in our lives. We know that ethics is a set of rules that define the proper behavior and also define the improper behavior. These ethical rules tell us when our behavior is acceptable and when it is rejected. We note that ethical rules exist in all societies and organizations, despite the differences that exist between one individual and another, but they are considered ethical rules that govern the behavior of humans to determine for them when their actions are right or wrong.

As for business ethics, it does not differ much from the rules of ethics that govern the behavior of individuals in our societies, and it applies the general ethical rules that govern the behavior of business organizations.

In light of this, we note the legal aspect of ethical behavior, that is, the behavior considered ethical is also legal and preferred by society and encouraged. However, there are sometimes unethical behaviors that are difficult to consider illegal. For example, when a worker takes more time than necessary to perform a particular task, is this ethical behavior? Also, when one of the workers uses the work phone for personal calls, thus the institution bears the loss of the worker's time, and bears the costs of the calls made by the worker, or he claims to be sick and does not go to work... And such behavior is not punishable by law, but many people consider some or all of them unethical.

Work is of great importance to man, as it is his source of income and livelihood. Therefore, man seeks to preserve it by adhering to work ethics and values. Let us get to know through the following lines the concept of work ethics and the importance of adherence and commitment to work ethics. It has great importance for the individual and the institution in which he works, such as enhancing the interaction between workers in a large way, which raises the efficiency of performance, improving the image and reputation of the institution, and protecting employees from fear about their future in it and depriving them of incentives and promotions on time. In addition to increasing production and profits, this is a result of each employee's commitment to perform his duties towards his work, as one of the most important work ethics is honesty, and proper time management and not exploiting work time to serve personal interests, and disrupt the interests of work and customers as some people do, and working to succeed in forming good relationships with customers, which guarantees their continuous dealings with the institution.

We can follow a set of methods and methods in order to consolidate and consolidate the ethics and values of work, such as the individual's evaluation of his performance himself, and punishing himself for the mistake he commits without being monitored by anyone. This is because he fears God Almighty, and therefore he strives to perfect his work. Administratively, this is known as the application of self-control methods. Not discriminating between workers, everyone must be subject to punishment when they are wrong, regardless of whether they are a manager, worker, or employee. They are all equal, so that the owners of senior positions in the institution do not believe that they are above punishment, which prompts them to not comply with labor regulations. Among the methods and ways to consolidate the ethics and values of work are:

• Encouraging employees to develop their performance, and this is done by linking good performance with rewards and incentives. The employee always needs someone to encourage him to give his best for the benefit of work.
• Raising awareness among the ranks of workers of the importance of work and that it is their source of income, and the need to preserve it and master it well, which leads to increasing the profits of the institution and raising their standard of living.

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The primary objective of this study is to verify the effect of smart strategies on achieving organizational excellence at Zain Telecommunications Company. The researcher adopts the descriptive analytical approach in conducting the survey to achieve the study objectives. The researcher relied on two main tools in collecting data, namely the questionnaire and interviews, and distributed (80) questionnaires to the employees of Zain Company, but the valid for statistical analysis (73) and determine the sample in addition to identify the demographics of the sample (age - gender - educational qualification - years of service - job title) and verbal statements of their opinions about the smart strategies (continuous learning, technological integration, understanding the environment, strategic adaptation) as well as the organizational excellence (organizational excellence is measured by a set of variables, namely performance results, customer focus, internal processes, continuous improvement. The most important conclusions of the study were that strategic skills have a positive impact on achieving organizational excellence in Zain Telecommunications Company. Two-tailed test results on the correlation between smart strategies and organizational excellence show a strong positive correlation. A smart strategy will significantly impact organizational excellence. A high level of smart strategies will have a high level of organizational excellence and vice versa. Smart strategies are the driving force of change in the organization. Its positive impact on organizational excellence must be sufficiently emphasized and enhanced in the organization. The most important recommendations of the study are that Zain Company should work to create a collaborative multi-dimensional work environment to improve the performance of its employees and earn their satisfaction, and Zain Company should take into consideration the idea of sharing some responsibilities with its employees and providing them with the opportunity to make decisions, in order to improve skills and increase the sense of belonging, as well as putting more effort to apply digitization in all departments and workstations.

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 The problem of research has been reflected in the absence of interest of economic units in information on environmental and social costs needed to measure maintainable performance and in the fact that those economic units simply account for the elements of costs used in the production of products without considering the environmental and social costs in determining the cost of the product for the purpose of addressing this problem, this research is aimed at studying and indicating the impact of environmental and social cost accounting on the sustainable functioning of the economic unit. The nature of the accounting system applied in the economic unit in question is identified as the Ground of Architecture Cement Manufacturing Company, for the purpose of achieving the objectives of research and hypothesis testing, the Land of Architecture Cement Manufacturing Company, located in Misan governorate, has been selected environmental and social costs have not been measured, assessed and revealed as costs distinctly from other costs in the balance sheets, as it has been shown through the applied study that the environmental and social costs of the economic unit in question are hidden among other costs, leading to unsuitable management decisions, and thus negatively affecting the validity of the financial lists and reports of the economic unit. Through the statistical investigation of the questionnaire form, it was found that environmental and social cost accounting had a positive impact on raising the level of production, sales and occupational safety of workers, as well as on the reduction or decrease of environmental risks in the economic unit, as well as its positive impact on the valuation of the maintainable performance of the economic unit in question.

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The study primarily sought to determine the extent to which the integration of management accounting tools, represented by (activity-based costing system and balanced scorecard), with modern management practices has an impact on raising the quality of sustainable academic and administrative performance at the Samawah Technical Institute. To achieve the study's objective and answer its questions, a descriptive-analytical approach was adopted. The study population consisted of all academic and administrative leaders and staff at the Samawah Technical Institute. The study sample was determined according to the Krejcie & Morgan table, corresponding to a population of 315, where the optimal sample size was 173 individuals at a significance level of 0.05%. To ensure optimal distribution for each category (academics, administrators, and technicians), a stratified proportional sampling method was used. 210 questionnaires were distributed, and 188 were returned. After processing the returned questionnaires, 15 were found to be invalid due to errors, resulting in a final sample size of 173 questionnaires. After analyzing the data and testing the hypotheses, the study reached several key conclusions, most notably that activity-based costing is a primary tool for directing resources toward academic activities of global value. It also contributes to the optimal allocation of resources by linking each activity to its added value, thus enhancing confidence in managerial efficiency. Furthermore, the balanced scorecard contributes to improving overall performance by reducing bias in evaluating expected performance in traditional management systems, thereby strengthening confidence in a comprehensive measurement system that links financial and non-financial dimensions.

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This study aims to analyze the impact of non-monetary incentives on enhancing the creative performance of administrative staff at Al-Husayniya General Hospital. It stems from the question of the extent to which non-monetary incentives can stimulate creative behavior in a stressful work environment. The study employed a descriptive-analytical approach, and data was collected using a questionnaire distributed to 123 employees, of which 101 (82.1%) were returned, with 92 questionnaires deemed valid for analysis. The study focused on non-monetary incentives as the independent variable, with its dimensions of self-motivation, leadership support, quality of work life, and participation in decision-making, and on creative performance as the dependent variable. Data were analyzed using PLS-SEM.

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Breast cancer is one of the most prevalent and life-threatening diseases worldwide, making early and accurate diagnosis essential for improving patient outcomes. This study aims to evaluate the performance of two machine learning models, Extreme Gradient Boosting (XGBoost) and Gaussian Naive Bayes, for breast cancer classification using the Breast Cancer Wisconsin Diagnostic dataset. A comparative analysis was conducted based on several performance metrics, including Accuracy, Precision, Recall, F1-score, Specificity, Receiver Operating Characteristic (ROC) curve, Area Under the Curve (AUC), Balanced Accuracy, and Confusion Matrix. In addition, feature importance analysis was performed to identify the most influential variables contributing to the classification process. The experimental results demonstrated that both models achieved high classification performance. However, the Gaussian Naive Bayes model showed slightly superior performance, achieving an Accuracy of 96.5% and an AUC of 0.997, compared with 96.0% and 0.993, respectively, for the XGBoost model. Furthermore, the analysis revealed that features related to tumor morphology, particularly concave points mean, perimeter worst, and radius worst, were among the most influential predictors of breast cancer classification. The findings indicate that both machine learning models provide reliable and effective tools for supporting early breast cancer diagnosis, with Gaussian Naive Bayes demonstrating a slight advantage for the dataset used in this study. These results highlight the potential of machine learning techniques to enhance diagnostic accuracy and support clinical decision-making.

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The aim of this research is to try to shed light on the effectiveness of the work of banks when approving mergers between them, to identify the extent to which the banking system benefits from banking mergers, as it is one of the important means of raising the effectiveness of the banks’ performance and increasing their financial capabilities as a step to encourage banks to merge with each other.

Banking merger has repercussions on the performance of the banking sector in improving the level of profitability and banking liquidity.

The research relied on the deductive approach by monitoring and studying some international experiences, (evaluating the experience of the merger of First Gulf Bank with SABB Bank, and financial data were taken two years before the merger and four years after the merger) and (evaluating the experience of the merger of First Gulf Bank and National Abu Dhabi, and financial data were taken. Two years before the merger and four years after the merger) and he also used the quantitative method by using financial indicators to reach the results of evaluating these experiences.

The research reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which is that the merger had positive repercussions on the banking performance of liquidity indicators, while it had a negative impact on profitability indicators. There is a noticeable increase in the customer base and an increase in banking capital

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This study aimed to demonstrate the impact of financial and operational risks on the profitability of Iraqi Islamic banks as of (2014-2019), where the study population consists of all employees of Iraqi Islamic banks, with a total of (8) banks. The sample of the study consisted of (50) individuals. Eviews software was used for statistical analysis, and the analytical descriptive statistical method was applied in this study. To achieve the study objectives, the following indicators were used to express financial risks: credit risk, interest rate risk, liquidity risk, and capital adequacy risk. The indicators below were used to express: With regard to financial performance (return on assets, return on equity), the difficulty of the research was the significant growth in these risks due to technological progress and the creation of new financial instruments, and the study found that financial risks had a harmful effect On the financial performance of the Iraqi banks. In the light of the previous results. The report concluded with a number of suggestions, the most important of which are: the need for Iraqi banks to implement a specific plan for risk management that improves financial performance, as well as setting up preventive and corrective internal control mechanisms. Credit grants are expanded.

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This study aims to examine the impact of both green accounting and artificial intelligence on environmental sustainability by analyzing the role of modern accounting practices and intelligent technologies in enhancing the environmental performance of institutions. The research was based on the descriptive analytical approach, where data was collected from a sample of employees at Warith Al-Anbiya University using a questionnaire consisting of (15 items), which included three main axes; (5 items) were allocated to artificial intelligence indicators, (5 items) to green accounting systems, and (5 items) to environmental sustainability. The data were analyzed using the statistical program (SPSS). The research adopts a descriptive-analytical approach, where data were collected from a sample of academic and economic institutions and analyzed using appropriate statistical methods to test the study hypotheses. The results reveal a significant positive impact of green accounting on environmental sustainability, highlighting the importance of adopting environmentally oriented accounting practices to improve environmental performance. Furthermore, the findings indicate a strong influence of artificial intelligence on environmental sustainability, as AI technologies contribute to enhancing resource efficiency, reducing pollution, and supporting sound environmental decision-making. The study concludes that integrating green accounting with artificial intelligence is essential for achieving environmental sustainability goals. It emphasizes the need to develop accounting systems and adopt modern technologies within institutions. The study also recommends increasing awareness of these practices and providing institutional and regulatory support to ensure their effective implementation. Keywords: Green Accounting, Artificial Intelligence, Environmental Sustainability, Environmental Performance, Sustainable Development.

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Standard multilayer dielectric beam splitter is limited by spectrum interference ripples, high production complexity and strict tolerance of the thickness. Here we report a compositionally tuned TiO2-SiO2 mixed dielectric thin film as an effective single-layer broadband beam splitter. The composite films were produced on glass substrates with pulsed laser deposition (PLD) which allowed fine control over layer thickness and equilibrium stoichiometry by varying the number of laser pulses. The TiO₂:SiO₂ ratio was optimized using the effective medium model of Lorentz-Lorenz to attain a refractive index in between (~1.95-2.05) for controlled amplitude division with no multilayer interference stacking. X-ray diffraction (XRD) study revealed a nanostructured mixed-phase morphology using crystallite sizes in the range of 16-46 nm, ideal for low-scattering optical applications. The transmission-reflection ratios were steady and adjustable from 65/35 to 80/20 with small spectral ripples (ΔT_ripple < 4%) as demonstrated by UV–Vis–NIR spectroscopy in the range 400–1100 nm. The experimental results agree well with transfer matrix method (TMM) simulations, which validates the effective refractive index technique. The suggested single-layer design outperforms existing multilayer designs in terms of structural complexity, thickness sensitivity and number of manufacturing processes, while maintaining broadband and spectrally flat optical performance. Here, we show a simple and scalable way to achieve broadband beam splitting by changing the refractive index in a single dielectric layer.

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This research aims to analyze the role of digital intelligence and its dimensions in achieving sustainable performance. To achieve this goal, the researchers relied on the theoretical framework, which addressed the two research variables. They also employed a descriptive and analytical approach to present and analyze the data and extract the most important findings. The research population consisted of the Iraqi General Insurance Company, an affiliate of the Ministry of Finance. A questionnaire was used as the research instrument, distributed to (50) employees at the assistant department manager level and above, representing the upper and middle management of the research population. To verify and test the main hypotheses, the researchers relied on several statistical methods, assisted by the SPSS version 26 and AMOS version 25 statistical software. After conducting several descriptive statistical analyses, such as calculating means, standard deviations, and relative importance, the hypotheses were tested using regression analysis. The research concluded with several results, most notably: Digital intelligence is characterized by its ability to analyze competitors' activities and understand their current and future goals and strategies, in order to provide services High-quality products for customers. The research yielded a set of recommendations, the most important of which is the need for the company's management to leverage its available digital intelligence to improve its sustainable performance, with particular emphasis on effectively investing in the various dimensions of this intelligence to achieve the desired goals.

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The study aimed to identify the impact that the spread of the Corona Virus pandemic had on the global economy, and on the performance of the economic sectors in the world, with reference to the impact it had on the Iraqi economic sectors during the outbreak of the epidemic; In order to achieve the goal of the study, the descriptive analytical method was relied upon by presenting the performance of economic sectors globally and in Iraq; The study concluded that the Corona virus pandemic led to a severe recession in the global economy unprecedented since the Great Depression; The study also found that the Corona virus pandemic caused a significant decline in the performance of economic sectors in varying proportions from one sector to another due to the impact of the closure policies that governments followed in order to control the spread of the pandemic; The pandemic revealed the weakness of the health sector in the world in general, especially in Iraq, where the health sector has been neglected for many years; The study also found that the tourism sector was the most affected sector compared to other sectors that managed to recover gradually after easing the closure measures.

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The research aims to define the performance audit of the Reconstruction Fund for Areas Affected by War Operations, and to clarify the requirements of the INTOSAI (3000) standard for "performance audit", in line with the performance of the Reconstruction Fund, as well as to state the theoretical framework for sustainable development in terms of concept, importance, objectives, and the extent to which the objectives of the Reconstruction Fund for Areas Affected by War Operations are consistent with the Sustainable Development Goals, and to provide proposed indicators to measure the extent to which the Fund has achieved the Sustainable Development Goals and to apply a sample of the proposed indicators to verify the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals by this Fund. The researchers relied on a set of tools that included analyzing the financial data and funding sources approved by the Fund, as well as reviewing the statistics of the projects that the Fund has worked to establish in the affected areas, in addition to the proposed indicators to verify the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals. The research community represents the specialized development funds in Iraq, while the research sample was represented by the Reconstruction Fund for Areas Affected by War Operations to apply indicators to verify the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals for the years 2018-2019. The research concluded that the objectives of the Reconstruction Fund for Areas Affected by War Operations are largely consistent with the development goals. Sustainable, as this fund is one of the development funds that sponsors support for the social, economic and environmental dimensions in a noticeable way.

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This study aims to build an applied model that explains the impact of strategic planning in activating total quality management to improve academic performance in business schools. To achieve this, the study seeks to explain the basic concepts of strategic planning and total quality management, and to establish the correlational and complementary relationship between them in the educational environment. The study relied on the descriptive analytical approach of previous literature and international standards for academic accreditation. The study concluded that strategic planning represents the basic guiding input, while total quality management provides the executive environment to raise the efficiency of academic performance outcomes (education, scientific research, and accreditation). The study recommends that business schools adopt the proposed model as a comprehensive administrative tool to achieve institutional excellence and keep pace with labor market requirements.

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The business environment has undergone radical shifts toward flexible work models, most notably the hybrid work system. This research aims to explore the impact of this system on performance efficiency within tourism companies in Baghdad. The study adopted a descriptive-analytical approach, collecting data via a questionnaire distributed to a purposive sample of (50) employees. Descriptive results indicated high acceptance and support for the flexibility and collaboration provided by the hybrid system, with a relative importance exceeding 81%. However, regression and correlation analyses revealed a weak negative relationship, where increased reliance on hybrid work led to a slight decline in performance efficiency (R² = 0.115). This is attributed to the specific nature of the Iraqi tourism sector, which requires continuous direct interaction, as well as employee concerns regarding job security. The research recommends adopting more structured hybrid models and providing a supportive technical and administrative environment to mitigate negative effects and enhance productivity

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Marketing performance is critical in measuring the efficiency of the organization and its ability to achieve its goals of profits, market share and many other goals.  Promotional methods are used in an integrated manner to achieve the maximum impact on the customer, and the research problem was represented by the weak use of marketing communications with which to achieve the market share that corresponds to the quality and efficiency it offers in production.  Research with a first main hypothesis, from which four sub-hypotheses were branched, and a second main hypothesis from which four sub-hypotheses were branched.  The sample of the research was (50) individuals from the directors of departments, divisions, marketing units and marketing workers, and a set of statistical methods used in scientific research were used (arithmetic mean, standard deviation, coefficient of variation, and Spearman correlation coefficient).  The results of the research revealed the existence of a correlation and impact relationship between integrated marketing communications and marketing performance

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The higher education sector is considered one of the important sectors and is referred to as the vital artery due to its great importance in providing the labor market and state institutions with expertise, skills and human energies. This sector's contribution to the development process by keeping pace with modern technology and sciences and its possession of enormous human competencies, expertise and potential has made this sector a major focus of interest for other sectors. The main purpose of the study is how to maintain the quality of performance and sustainability of quality through sustainable development. A random sample of workers in the higher education sector was taken and the questionnaire was the main tool for data collection, where (235) questionnaires were distributed, of which (192) were valid for use. The (SPSS) and (AMOS) Structural Equation Model (SEM) version (25) were used to analyze the data and results. There is a significant positive statistical relationship between transactional leadership and sustainable development. In addition, there was a significant impact and role of the mediating variable (performance quality) on the relationship between the independent variable (transactional leadership) and the dependent variable (sustainable development (.

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Achieving sustainable development requires a framework for decision-making, accountability, and management, which good governance provides. According to the World Bank's Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) report, Iraq has a performance gap of 34.1% in achieving the SDGs, which constitutes the applied problem of this study. Therefore, this study seeks to answer the main question: What is the role of good governance in achieving sustainable development through the mediation of Total Quality Management (TQM)? To achieve this, the study was conducted in the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity, and a sample of 100 department and division managers was selected. To collect data from this sample, a questionnaire was designed and distributed to 130 managers, of which 110 were returned, and 100 of these were deemed valid for analysis, representing the final sample size. Furthermore, the study employed quantitative analysis of the performance indicators adopted by the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity. The study utilized a deductive approach and a descriptive-analytical method in presenting and analyzing its data. The data was analyzed using SPSS software. The study concluded that the surveyed sample recognizes the importance of good governance indicators in achieving sustainable development. The analysis revealed that good governance has a significant and statistically significant impact on sustainable development, and that the influence of good governance indicators on sustainable development is growing. The study recommended that the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity adopt good governance indicators as a framework for decision-making, accountability, and efficiency to improve its performance towards achieving sustainable development.

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Cash management, in general, is one of the most important matters that management should follow up, due to its effective role and importance in improving the financial performance of companies. The research aims to measure and know the impact of free cash flow on the market value of business establishments.  A modern measure of their financial performance by mentioning its data in a special list like the rest of the lists.  The research came to show the impact of free cash flow on the market value of business establishments by demonstrating the importance of using free cash flow indicators in industrial companies listed in the Iraq Stock Exchange by conducting an applied study that seeks to reach a predictive model for the market value of these companies, and represents the research community in industrial companies.  Listed in the Iraq Stock Exchange, and the research sample was represented in (6) companies that were selected from among (19) companies listed in the Iraq Stock Exchange, due to their compatibility with the research requirements and the period from (2004-2019), and a set of indicators were used.  Financial [earnings before taxes and interest (1-tax) + amortization and depreciation - capital expenses), (closing price multiplied by the number of shares)] as well as using a simple regression model to find out the effect of the independent variable on the dependent variable individually and for each company and using the statistical program (  Minitab 17), and the research concluded that there is a statistically significant effect of free cash flow on the market value of business establishments in general in the model, as well as that there is no effect of free cash flow on the market value  Protective for business establishments in some companies.

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Given the swift digital changes occurring in the Banking industry, the purpose of this paper is to examine how well artificial intelligence systems can forecast and protect against future disasters.  By utilizing its skills in big data analytics, forecasting financial behavior, and more accurately and effectively managing risks, artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly regarded as a crucial component in the development of banking systems and improving their operational efficiency.

 By enhancing client satisfaction, tailoring banking services to meet the demands of each individual, and cutting down on operational errors and administrative expenses, banks hope to gain a competitive edge by utilizing these technologies.  AI also helps to speed up credit decisions, make it possible to identify financial crime early, and create clever marketing plans based on forecasts of future market trends.

In order to ensure financial sustainability and achieve integration between digital transformation and the demands of banking innovation, studies show that the future of AI encompasses strategic, cultural, human, technological, and organizational dimensions in addition to technical ones.

 The paper also examined a number of anticipated long-term effects of AI applications, such as increased forecasting precision, lower operating expenses, better customer satisfaction, increased worker productivity, and assistance with investment choices.  The findings show that implementing AI applications in the banking sector is a strategic requirement to guarantee long-term growth and competitiveness in the digital era, not a technical luxury.

In order to enhance lending decisions and lower default risks, the paper also assesses how well a number of categorization algorithms work in assessing loan applicants' creditworthiness.  Using a dataset that represented the traits and financial activities of clients, seven machine learning techniques were used: Gradient Boosting, Random Forest, Extra Trees, Gaussian Naive Bayes, Logistic Regression, SVC-RBF, and KNN.

The paper used a database of 21 variables for loan applicants. Numerical variables included (age, income, credit score, debt-to-income ratio, and loan amount). Descriptive variables included (loan purpose, region, marital status, employer, educational level, and application channel). Binary variables included (whether or not the applicant had a history of default). These variables were used to predict the approval or rejection decision, with the dependent variable being represented by two values: 0 for rejection and 1 for approval.

The models were evaluated using the following six key performance indicators: Accuracy, Precision, Recall, F1 Score, Receiver Operating Characteristic Area Under the Curve (ROC AUC), and Brier Score.   The findings demonstrated that the Gradient Boosting algorithm performed best overall in both probability prediction quality and customer differentiation across different risk levels.  The Random Forest algorithm, which showed stability and balanced metrics, came next.  On the other hand, despite its moderate performance, Logistic Regression provided great interpretability, while the Gaussian Naive Bayes algorithm demonstrated high sensitivity in identifying high-risk customers.  In terms of overall accuracy and probability quality, some models—like SVC-RBF and KNN—performed worse.

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The research aims to shed light on the stages of development of the balanced score card to the sustainable balanced score card. And according to what the sustainable balanced scorecard contains of many non-financial indicators in its three perspectives except for the financial one, so the research aimed to employ the card and identify its indicators, which usually function as a performance evaluation, so that those same indicators are the non-financial information that is disclosed within The integrated report model, which represents the most advanced generation of reporting.

The electronic payment card company Qcard was chosen to implement the proposed research model. As its financial and administrative reports were analyzed, in addition to conducting extensive interviews with the heads of various departments in the company, the sample of the research. The indicators that formed the sustainable balanced scorecard and which later represented the guide for preparing the integrated report form were identified after distributing the indicators that represent non-financial information on the nine components of the integrated report form.

And the most important conclusion was the operation of non-financial information, in addition to financial information, which led to the activation of management accounting tools, facilitating the formulation of the strategy of the economic unit, the implementation of the strategic objectives of the economic unit, and the achievement of sustainability requirements. Its performance from multiple points of view and enabled the management accountant and management to quantify expectations to the nearest degree of accuracy, which leads to correcting the evaluation process and expanding the area of ​​correction options that can be put forward in the strategic performance evaluation process. As for the most important recommendation, it was necessary to unify the efforts of academics and professionals to raise the level of application of management accounting tools in economic units, and to employ those tools in enabling units to achieve sustainability requirements, and the consequent necessity of developing management accountant skills in preparing reports that feed departments with information. Necessary to fulfill these requirements.

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This study aimed to evaluate the financial sustainability of Iraqi industrial companies using machine learning models and to compare their performance with traditional statistical models. Five key financial variables were analyzed: Working Capital Ratio (WCR), Current Ratio (CR), Return on Equity (ROE), Return on Assets (ROA), and Asset Turnover (AT). A Financial Sustainability Index (FSI) was constructed to classify companies. The results showed that WCR and CR were the most influential variables in explaining financial sustainability, while AT had the least impact. All variables demonstrated statistically significant relationships with the FSI. Moreover, machine learning models—particularly XGBoost and Random Forest—outperformed the traditional logistic regression model in predictive accuracy, with variations in variable importance rankings across models. The findings highlight the importance of focusing on working capital management and liquidity improvement to enhance financial sustainability, as well as the use of machine learning tools in financial forecasting to support more accurate strategic decision-making. This study contributes by providing a modern analytical framework to support the financial sustainability of industrial companies, with the potential for future application in other sectors. Specifically, machine learning models improved predictive accuracy by approximately 9.4% over the traditional logistic regression model, while SHAP-based analysis confirmed that WCR and CR carry the greatest weight in predicting financial sustainability. Accordingly, the study recommends that industrial companies prioritize working capital and liquidity management, that financial analysts and investors adopt machine learning models such as XGBoost and Random Forest in financial sustainability forecasting, that more comprehensive sustainability indices combining financial and operational performance be developed, and that decision-makers invest in training on machine learning tools and SHAP interpretation to support more reliable, evidence-based financial decisions.

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Debt structure is a crucial focal point in banking sector performance, as the distribution of debt between short-term and long-term affects financial risks and the market value of banks. Within the Iraqi economic environment undergoing structural transformations, analysing this impact emerges as a strategic tool to enhance banking stability and attract investments. This study provides an in-depth analytical perspective on the impact of debt structure dimensions (short-term, long-term, and total) on the performance of Iraqi commercial banks, based on comprehensive field data and advanced statistical models, to offer actionable recommendations. This study aimed to analyse the impact of debt structure dimensions (short-term debt, long-term debt, and total debt) on the market value of Iraqi commercial banks. The study adopted the descriptive-analytical approach. The study population comprised (366) individuals from top, middle, and executive management levels, utilizing a comprehensive survey method. A set of statistical tools was employed, including (percentages, frequencies, arithmetic means, standard deviations, factor loadings, and impact analysis), relying on the (SmartPLS.4) program for structural equation modelling. The results revealed a high level of the overall performance indicator for both debt structure and market value. Furthermore, they demonstrated a statistically significant impact of all debt structure dimensions on the market value of the banking sector under study. In light of the findings, the study recommended developing programs to issue medium/long-term bonds in partnership with the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI), allocating at least 20% of the credit portfolio to this type of financing to support infrastructure projects with stable returns.

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This study aimed to evaluate the financial sustainability of Iraqi industrial companies using machine learning models and to compare their performance with traditional statistical models. Five key financial variables were analyzed: Working Capital Ratio (WCR), Current Ratio (CR), Return on Equity (ROE), Return on Assets (ROA), and Asset Turnover (AT). A Financial Sustainability Index (FSI) was constructed to classify companies. The results showed that WCR and CR were the most influential variables in explaining financial sustainability, while AT had the least impact. All variables demonstrated statistically significant relationships with the FSI. Moreover, machine learning models—particularly XGBoost and Random Forest—outperformed the traditional logistic regression model in predictive accuracy, with variations in variable importance rankings across models. The findings highlight the importance of focusing on working capital management and liquidity improvement to enhance financial sustainability, as well as the use of machine learning tools in financial forecasting to support more accurate strategic decision-making. This study contributes by providing a modern analytical framework to support the financial sustainability of industrial companies, with the potential for future application in other sectors. Specifically, machine learning models improved predictive accuracy by approximately 9.4% over the traditional logistic regression model, while SHAP-based analysis confirmed that WCR and CR carry the greatest weight in predicting financial sustainability. Accordingly, the study recommends that industrial companies prioritize working capital and liquidity management, that financial analysts and investors adopt machine learning models such as XGBoost and Random Forest in financial sustainability forecasting, that more comprehensive sustainability indices combining financial and operational performance be developed, and that decision-makers invest in training on machine learning tools and SHAP interpretation to support more reliable, evidence-based financial decisions.

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The research evaluated the performance of the Iraqi economy for the period 1991-2021, and the extent of the success of the fiscal and monetary policies in achieving the desired goals, by analyzing the developments that occurred in the main macroeconomic variables included in the Kaldor square (economic growth rate, foreign trade balance, inflation rate, Unemployment rate), and an attempt to determine the causes of these developments and the circumstances surrounding them, and then compare them with the optimal goals specified in the Kaldor square to show the extent to which they have been achieved. The research was based on the hypothesis that the macroeconomic performance in Iraq during the aforementioned period is far from the possibility of achieving the combined goals of the Kaldor square, and even if they were partially achieved, they would not be economically meaningful. To complete the research steps, the descriptive analytical method was adopted to study and analyze the developments that occurred in the variables under study. Among the challenges that the researcher faced during the study was the scarcity or inaccuracy of data related to the case study. The researcher reached a number of conclusions, the most prominent of which was proving the validity of the research hypothesis. The most prominent recommendations were the necessity of diversifying the economy and reducing dependence on oil, as well as reconsidering the central bank’s policy to achieve price stability by taking the competitiveness of local products into account.

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This study aims to examine the impact of applying Social Responsibility Accounting (SRA) on rationalizing government expenditure in the Directorate of Persons with Disabilities and Special Needs in Babylon Governorate. It seeks to measure management awareness of the SRA concept, analyze the actual level of its application across its main dimensions (economic, social, and environmental), and clarify the extent to which such awareness contributes to the optimal use of financial resources. The study adopts a descriptive-analytical approach using the case study method. Data were collected through a questionnaire distributed to 60 respondents, of which 47 were returned, and 42 valid questionnaires were analyzed using SPSS software. The results indicate a high level of SRA implementation across all three dimensions. The findings of the main hypothesis test reveal a statistically significant effect of management awareness of SRA on government spending rationalization, with a coefficient of determination (R² = 0.765). Multiple regression analysis shows that the economic dimension has the strongest impact on rationalizing expenditure, followed by the environmental dimension, while the social dimension has a relatively weaker effect. The study recommends enhancing managerial awareness of SRA, adopting a clear accounting framework for performance measurement, and ensuring balanced support of economic, social, and environmental dimensions. Integrating SRA into institutional performance evaluation criteria would improve organizational performance, strengthen public trust, and support sustainable development.

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This essay looks at Iraq's attempts to stabilize its administrative and economic sectors in the face of difficulties brought on by both internal and foreign causes that have put a strain on the country's resources. The necessity for regulatory changes, especially the enactment and enforcement of an Anti-Monopoly Law (AML), has been highlighted by problems including excessive unemployment, a lack of public funding, and pervasive administrative inefficiencies. This law is essential for combating corruption and governmental monopoly activities, which have hampered public sector performance and caused administrative disarray. The study looks at how unfair practices that compromise justice and equitable governance have been sustained in Iraq's administrative sector due to ineffective AML enforcement. This study illustrates the advantages of adopting AML in reducing anti-competitive practices and promoting fair market dynamics by comparing China's Anti-Monopoly Law with an examination of Mexican anti-competitive laws. Iraq can significantly improve administrative performance and ensure fair competition by putting in place a strong AML framework that restricts government overreach and lessens cooperation between public officials and private entities. This will ultimately support a more balanced economy and fairer governance.     

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This study aimed to demonstrate the impact of entrepreneurial strategic leadership on achieving institutional excellence through a field study at Al-Husayniya General Hospital. The study stemmed from the problem of some institutions' weak adoption of modern leadership styles that combine strategic vision, innovation, and initiative, which may negatively affect their institutional performance and ability to achieve sustainable excellence. The study employed a descriptive-analytical approach, and a questionnaire was designed as the primary data collection tool. (132) questionnaires were distributed to a sample of hospital administrators, department heads, and unit managers, and (102) questionnaires were returned, representing a response rate of (77%). Of these, (89) questionnaires were deemed valid for statistical analysis. The study concluded that there is a statistically significant correlation between entrepreneurial strategic leadership and institutional excellence. Furthermore, the results showed a significant positive impact of entrepreneurial strategic leadership, in its various dimensions, on achieving institutional excellence. The results confirmed that the adoption of a clear strategic vision by administrative leaders, the promotion of a culture of innovation, and the encouragement of initiative and calculated risk-taking effectively contribute to improving institutional performance, raising the quality of services, and enhancing the institution's competitiveness. The study recommended the necessity of strengthening entrepreneurial strategic leadership practices within healthcare institutions by developing the skills of administrative leaders, disseminating a culture of innovation, and adopting organizational policies that support institutional excellence, thereby contributing to achieving sustainability and organizational superiority.

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This study highlights the disclosure of important segmental information in segmental reports, which is an appropriate tool for investors and other stakeholders where information is presented in a segmented manner, allowing for more accurate analysis to make informed decisions. Under IFRS (8) companies must provide segment disclosures Financial instruments that enable investors to evaluate different sources of risk and income as management does. The researchers reached a set of conclusions, the most important of which is that the sectoral reports are a reflection of the internal reports that were submitted to the main decision maker to evaluate performance and allocate resources. The sectoral reports allow reviewing the operations of the economic unit from the same management perspective. Very reliable because it was used in decision-making and this increases the confidence and credibility of users in financial reports. The researchers also concluded that the essential information in each sector must be disclosed accurately and transparently in order to help users understand the performance of the economic unit through its operational sectors, evaluate its performance and allocate resources to it.

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The research dealt with the performance of developmental achievement in Iraq as an expression of a contemporary vision of sustainable development through the implementation of the 2030 sustainable development plan. future visions to activate it, with a focus on the importance of national levers to deal with crises, With a focus on the importance of national levers to deal with crises, and the research stems from the hypothesis that sustainable development is a historic opportunity for Iraq to reduce and overcome crisis (economic - health - and political) if they are adopted and achieve its goals. From the convictions formed through studies and dialogues of the Iraqi development performance, It has become necessary to draw a picture of the interventions that the Iraqi government, non-governmental and external actors can undertake to improve the quality and sustainability of quality of life through better provision of health services, reduce corruption and enhance human security.

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The research aims to identify the criteria that contributed to the entry of the University of Baghdad into the (QS ranking) for the year 2024, as well as to identify the strengths and weaknesses in the university's performance locally, regionally, and globally. It also aims to establish a set of mechanisms and procedures followed by the university to develop and improve its competitive position within global rankings. The research problem is that there is a weak ranking level in the QS classification of the University of Baghdad. The comparative method was adopted as the appropriate approach for the research orientations and achieving its goals. The study community included universities listed in the global (QS ranking), with the research sample being one of the Iraqi universities, the University of Baghdad. A benchmarking comparison was conducted with Al-Mustansiriya University locally, King Faisal University regionally, and the University of Florida globally. The most important results of the research indicate that the University of Baghdad excelled locally in the areas of academic reputation by a margin of (5.8%), employment by a margin of (6.1%), and research citations by a margin of (0.2%). Regionally, the university excelled in the area of graduate employment by a margin of (2.8%) and the ratio of professors to students by a margin of (19.5%). However, globally, the university did not excel in any of the indicators of the global QS ranking. A set of mechanisms was proposed to improve the performance of the University of Baghdad in the QS ranking, including the necessity of publishing research in reputable international journals to enhance its academic reputation regionally and globally.

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The research aims to explore the role of green Creative in green insurance and securing its financing. It also aims to provide green innovation's conceptual framework, highlights its objectives and importance including (the use of renewable energy sources, enhancing resource usage, developing eco-friendly products, reducing waste and pollution, and improving agriculture). Furthermore, the research seeks to define green insurance and its characteristics represented in: providing insurance for green projects, covering environmental risks, motivating companies to improve their green performance by offering insurance discounts, and developing green insurance products.

In order to achieve the desired objectives, National Insurance Company in Iraq, which provides various forms of insurance including agricultural insurance, was conducted in this research. A descriptive-analytical approach was adopted. A survey was distributed randomly to (40) workers of middle and senior management in National Insurance Company. SPSS statistical tests were done such as (mean, standard deviation, Pearson correlation, and simple linear regression).

The research was divided into four sections. The first focused on the general framework and research methodology, the second included the fundamental theoretical concepts of the research variables, section three encompassed the practical aspect of the research and the tested its hypotheses, while the fourth section concluded that there is a relationship between the elements of green innovation, whether collectively or individually, and green insurance in the researched company, and demonstrated that green insurance increases green sectors' investment, preserving green projects and enhancing their performance. Finally, the researcher recommended green innovation in all fields and ways that fit the natural environment to achieve sustainable production and consumption. In addition to that, that researcher, recommended to enhance insurance sector's awareness, particularly in green insurance sector, and get the benefit from advanced countries experiences.

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Gold is a rare, limited, and highly liquid asset. However, it is a luxury commodity and therefore can be considered an investment opportunity. It is readily available and does not carry significant risks to its users. Furthermore, there are no associated credit risks. Given these characteristics, it is a highly significant asset and plays a fundamental role in investment portfolios. These characteristics increase investors' interest in including gold in their portfolios, especially during times of financial crises. If an investor decides to include gold in their investment portfolio, it is essential to evaluate the proportion of gold in the portfolio, taking into account risk, return, and diversification. This study attempts to test and prove the hypothesis: Does gold provide good diversification for an investment portfolio? Is gold an important asset in an investment portfolio? Do investment portfolios that include precious metals such as gold show a better performance rate than portfolios that do not contain them? In addition, the research focuses on building an optimal investment portfolio of stocks, an investment portfolio of gold and stocks, an investment portfolio of stocks and cryptocurrencies, an investment portfolio of cryptocurrencies and gold, and an investment portfolio of stocks, cryptocurrencies, and gold. The current research is the first Iraqi, Arab, and international research that includes gold in portfolios of stocks, currencies, and cryptocurrencies simultaneously. The research sample consisted of (21 stocks) listed on the Iraq Stock Exchange, and (21) global cryptocurrencies for the period from (January 2017 - September 2023). The research concluded that including gold in stock portfolios clearly improves their performance.

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This research aims to demonstrate the role of adopting sustainability accounting as a modern approach in improving corporate profitability, through a case study of Gulf Commercial Bank At the Hilla branch, a questionnaire was prepared and distributed to 30 employees, and Tobin's Q formula was applied. The research's significance stems from the growing global interest in sustainability concepts and the necessity of integrating environmental, social, and economic dimensions into the accounting system to achieve sustainable financial performance. The research employed a descriptive-analytical methodology, collecting data from financial reports and utilizing analytical tools to measure the relationship between adopting sustainability accounting practices and profitability levels. The research concluded that there is a statistically significant positive relationship between adopting sustainability accounting and improved profitability at Gulf Commercial Bank By applying the equation and the results of the survey. These practices contributed to enhancing performance efficiency, reducing long-term costs, and improving corporate reputation, all of which positively impacted financial results. The research recommends promoting the adoption of sustainability accounting in Iraqi banks and companies, developing related disclosure standards, and raising awareness among senior management about its importance in achieving a sustainable competitive advantage.

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Theoretical Framework:

This study addressed the phenomenon of quiet quitting as a behavior manifested in employees performing only the minimum required work without showing additional commitment or initiative. This phenomenon is linked to causes such as burnout, lack of appreciation, and the absence of career advancement opportunities, making it a direct threat to employee engagement and organizational performance stability. The study aimed to explore the relationship between the dimensions of digital leadership and the dimensions of quiet quitting among the employees of Al-Maram Advertising Company.

Objective:

The study aimed to test the hypotheses regarding the relationship and impact between the dimensions of digital leadership — namely (digital leaders' competence, digital leaders' capability, organizational structure, and organizational strategy) — and the dimensions of quiet quitting — represented by (work overload, unfair compensation, poor work environment, and lack of career advancement opportunities). It also sought to analyze how digital leadership contributes to reducing levels of quiet quitting.

Methodology:

The study employed a quantitative analysis based on questionnaires distributed to employees of Al-Maram Advertising Company, with data collected from 48 employees in addition to interviews with senior and middle management. A structural model was designed to illustrate the direct effects of each digital leadership dimension on quiet quitting.

Findings:

The study revealed a statistically significant inverse relationship between all dimensions of digital leadership (competence, capability, structure, and strategy) and manifestations of quiet quitting among Al-Maram employees. Collectively, digital leadership accounted for 92% of the variance in quiet quitting (R² = 0.922), with digital leaders' competence having the strongest effect (β = -0.755). While the contributions of the other dimensions were smaller, they remained statistically significant. The results confirm that enhancing digital leadership practices effectively reduces the likelihood of employees’ psychological withdrawal.

Recommendations:

The study recommended that Al-Maram Advertising Company focus on improving digital leaders’ competence through specialized training programs in digital leadership, and activates clear strategies for leveraging technology in communication and motivation. It also advised restructuring the work environment to align with digital transformation requirements. Moreover, the study recommended developing clear promotion and recognition policies to ensure employee motivation and reduce the likelihood of quiet quitting, thereby enhancing employee engagement and sustaining the company’s high performance.

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In the midst of the turbulent waves of the digital revolution that are reshaping the face of the contemporary world and the innovative methods that have resulted in business management and the formulation of services, digital leadership has emerged as a driving force and a fundamental driver of the wheel of digital transformation within the corridors of institutions, and this importance is clearly manifested in the financial sector, which is the most responsive to the call of technology, and from this point of view, our research seeks to explore the role that digital entrepreneurship plays in accelerating the pace of digital transformation, taking from the branch of Qi Card Company in Babil Governorate is a living example of research because of the weight of this company in the Iraqi financial system and its role in promoting financial inclusion and supporting electronic financial services, In the midst of the turbulent digital revolution that is reshaping the face of the modern world, digital leadership has emerged as a driving force and a key driver for accelerating digital transformation within organizations, particularly in the financial sector, which is one of the most technologically responsive. From this perspective, this research aims to clarify the impact of digital leadership in accelerating digital transformation within Qi Card – Babylon Branch, as one of the leading institutions in the field of electronic financial services in Iraq, The research adopted the descriptive-analytical method, and the data were collected in the field through a questionnaire distributed to (50) employees of the company, and (45) questionnaires valid for statistical analysis were retrieved. The data were analyzed using statistical software (SPSS), through the application of descriptive analysis methods, correlation coefficient testing, and linear regression analysis to measure the strength of the impact between the research variables, and the results showed that there is a direct moral impact of digital leadership in accelerating digital transformation within Qi Card – Babylon Branch, which emphasizes the importance of adopting digital leadership practices in enhancing institutional performance and achieving competitive excellence in a rapidly changing digital environment.

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The aim of this scientific research is to determine the relationship within the organizational justice variable and its impact on the performance of the workforce in organizations. In particular knowing how this research came to studying each dimension of justice and its impact on each other on the one hand, and on the other hand the role of dimensions. Organizational justice in increasing the degree of employee performance and gaining a competitive advantage in the labor market.

The research sample was based on descriptive and explanatory statistics, where the researcher relied on collecting and statistic information and data from the research sample. Then, the research sample was handed over from all employees, a research questionnaire previously planned for this purpose. Where the data was analyzed and the results were known through the statistical programs for that.

The research sample reached (195) from various workforces in the College of Law / University of Babylon, and data and responses were collected based on the random distilled sample method, and the size of the research sample was (57) employees working in the college.

After reaching the results of the research sample, the results were discussed by presenting them to previous research on the same topic. Where the results of the targets were determined on the independent variable and its direct impact on the dependent variable in the research. Where the researcher conducted all the statistical methods, tests, correlation and regression coefficients, measures of central tendency. Finally, confirmatory factor analysis was performed for all variables and hypotheses.

Where it was found through statistical methods and tests that there is a strong relationship with a high degree between each of the independent variables of the study sample with the dependent variable and the degree of influence of each of them on the research sample. Also, the role of organizational justice and its impact on increasing the degree of job satisfaction in the work environment was determined.

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Strategic human resource planning enables organizations to secure the required human resources in terms of quantity, quality, and timing to achieve their strategic objectives. Achieving high levels of quality, excellence, and organizational performance has become an essential and urgent requirement that organizations can no longer afford to overlook. Accordingly, this study seeks to examine the role of strategic human resource planning in developing the leadership pathway at Rafidain Bank. The study aims to assess the level of institutional performance excellence from the perspective of employees at Rafidain Bank in Baghdad and to clarify the relationship between the study variables, namely strategic human resource planning and leadership pathway development.

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The current study aims to explore the impact of entrepreneurial orientation as an independent variable — through its dimensions (innovation, risk-taking, proactiveness, autonomy, competitive aggressiveness, and competitive energy) — on business success as a dependent variable. The study focuses on a sample of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Al-Najaf Al-Ashraf Governorate.

To achieve the study objectives, a sample of 123 SMEs in Najaf was selected, and the data were analyzed using the SPSS statistical software. The study reached several conclusions, most notably that SMEs exhibit a strong entrepreneurial orientation, which contributes to better performance through the development of new products and services that meet market needs. The results also showed that reactiveness enhances a company's ability to seize opportunities before competitors, while other dimensions such as autonomy and risk-taking contribute to strengthening competitiveness and achieving success.

Based on these findings, it can be concluded that enhancing entrepreneurial orientation among SMEs in Al-Najaf Al-Ashraf is an effective strategy for improving their performance and increasing their competitiveness in the market. Moreover, the study provides valuable insights for policymakers and decision-makers in supporting these enterprises by providing an enabling environment that fosters innovation, risk-taking, and reactiveness — thereby contributing to sustainable growth and tangible business success.