Search for dissertations about: "school service quality"
Showing result 16 - 20 of 24 swedish dissertations containing the words school service quality.
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16. Essays on privatization, identity, and political polarization
Abstract : This dissertation consists of four separate papers. Paper 1: Will Privatization Reduce Costs? I develop a model of public sector contracting. In this model, an agent can put effort into increasing the quality of a service or reducing costs. Being residual claimants, private owners have stronger incentives to cut costs than public employees. READ MORE
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17. Multiobjective budgetary planning : models for interactive planning in decentralized organizations
Abstract : Budgetary planning is typically concerned with identifying the best set of plans for the units of an organization. To achieve this, knowledge of possibilities and preferences is combined in a dialogue between the units and the central management. Often a single objective such as profit maximization or cost minimization is used. READ MORE
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18. The international networking between European logistical operators
Abstract : This thesis explores the temporal development of a strategic alliance formed by seven logistical firms from the Nordic region and European mainland. The analytical spotlight focuses on a decade long transition from a loose collaborative association to a formal consortium. READ MORE
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19. Body Dysmorphic Disorder : Capturing a prevalent but under-recognized disorder
Abstract : BackgroundIndividuals with body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) are highly distressed due to defects they perceive in their physical appearance that are not noticeable to others. The condition often leads to impaired functioning in relationships, socialization, and intimacy and a decreased ability to function in work, school, or other daily activities. READ MORE
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20. Consequences for family members of being informal caregivers to a person with advanced cancer
Abstract : Aim: The overall aim is to generate knowledge about consequences of informal caregiving for the family members of patients diagnosed with advanced cancer, over a one-year period, including the family members’ health, health-related quality of life, health care utilization, and associated costs. Furthermore, the family members’ management of their stressful daily life and the meanings of social support networks in the early stage will be explored in order to get deeper understanding. READ MORE