The objective of the AIMS International Journal of Management is to provide an international forum for discussion of advancements in all areas of business and management. The Journal publishes high-quality research articles in Accounting, Business Strategy, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Ethics, Finance, Human Resource Management, Information System, International Business, Management Education, Marketing, Operations Management, Organizational Behaviour, Quantitative Methods, etc. The Journal particularly welcomes articles dealing with global issues, practical experiences, pedagogical aspects including case research, developments in the emerging nations, and other nontraditional and innovative areas.