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Happiness, ethnic discrimination and human rights in post-colonial / multicultural New Zealand : an exploration of ethnic discrimination as a barrier to the fulfilment of human rights in New Zealand, through a study of the impact of ethnic discrimination from state institutions on the ability of ethnic minorities to pursue their versions of happiness : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Sociology at Massey University, Albany, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2016)
The impact of ethnic discrimination on the ability of ethnic minorities to pursue their
own versions of happiness has not been explored, especially in a New Zealand
context. The pursuing of the primary sources of happiness ...
In the mood to innovate : a multilevel study on the interaction of entrepreneurs' innovative work behaviour and affect : a dissertation presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Business Studies in Management, Massey University, Wellington, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2016)
Affect is a hot topic in entrepreneurial research. However, extant literature is lagging behind in its use of affective theory and methodology, and furthermore, attention resides in isolated topics of inquiry, rendering ...
An exploratory value chain analysis for Burmese pickled tea (LAPHET) : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Masters of AgriCommerce in Agribusiness, Institute of Agriculture and Environment, Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2016)
Laphet (pickled tea) is a well-known traditional cuisine of Myanmar consisting of
tea leaves fermented into a pickle. It has a unique taste different from tea used for
drinking and has health benefits. Despite the fact ...
Teachers' perceptions about their preparedness to teach and include children with Autism Spectrum Disorder in the regular classroom : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Educational Psychology at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2016)
This research explored five primary school teachers’ perceptions about their preparedness to teach and include students with Autism Spectrum Disorder in a regular classroom. Taking a qualitative approach, these teachers ...
Entanglements and disentanglements : a posthuman approach to mercury use in artisanal and small-scale gold mining in Antioquia, Colombia : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Social Anthropology at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2016)
This research uses qualitative research techniques and posthuman theories to investigate the dynamic relationship between artisanal and small-scale gold miners and mercury in the context of Antioquia, Colombia. This is ...
Older adults and alcohol : a study of registered social workers' assessment practices : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Social Work at Massey University, Manawatu, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2016)
Difficulties resulting from alcohol use are a pervasive social issue across New Zealand, affecting people from all walks of life and ages. Registered social workers (RSWs) are ideally placed to breakdown taboos, support ...
Listen to me : the relationship between an organisation's listening environment and employees' openness to change : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Masters of Business Studies (Communication) at Massey University, Wellington, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2016)
Change is a reality of organisational life. New technologies, globalisation, the
vagaries of the economic climate, and internal organisational pressures drive change
today faster than ever before. Yet failure rates for ...
Second life : from Kiwi soldier to civilian : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Arts in Psychology at Massey University, Albany, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2016)
Experiences of sixteen former New Zealand (NZ) Army soldiers and officers were
analysed to investigate the transition from NZ Army service to civilian life. All
participants completed demographic questionnaires and ...
Perceptions of climate change and climate change policies within the tourism sector in Mauritius : a thesis prepared in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Environmental Management at Massey University, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2016)
Tourism in small island developing states (SIDS) is particularly vulnerable to climate change.
The phenomenon is predicted to reduce the demand for tourism in SIDS as temperatures at these
destinations become uncomfortably ...
Precarious yet optimistic : the lived experiences of Filipina 457 visa holders in the Australian labour market : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master in International Development at Massey University, Palmerston North, New Zealand
(Massey University, 2016)
This study looks into the experiences of Filipina migrants on 457 visas in the Australian labour
market, and how these women interpret and make sense of their experiences. In particular it
addresses the invisibility of ...