Financial Literacy and the Profitability of Entrepreneurial Projects

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Financial matters are becoming increasingly complex, placing financial education at the forefront of governments’ concerns. It is now widely accepted that people with a sound financial education make informed choices regarding financial management. In an entrepreneurial context characterised by a relentless pursuit of performance, this article aims to assess the impact of financial education on the profitability of entrepreneurial projects. To carry out this work, we adopted a quantitative methodological approach; the non-probabilistic sampling method based on reasoned selection enabled us to set the sample at 128 project managers. We conducted a survey and collected data which were analysed using frequency statistics and multiple regression tests. Prior to this, we applied PCA to extract the items relevant for constructing the factor axes, and Cronbach’s alpha was used to ensure the internal consistency of these items. The results confirm that entrepreneurs’ cognitive abilities and financial literacy significantly improve the economic and financial profitability of entrepreneurial projects. This finding suggests the need to develop training programs dedicated to the financial education of young entrepreneurs and to facilitate access to financial services and technologies.

Career Influencers and Professional Adaptation: Analyzing TikTok Content Exposure and Imitative Practices Among Young Workers in Jakarta

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This research is motivated by the shift in career information authority to digital platforms, which puts young workers in Jakarta under high professional pressure. This study aims to analyze the influence of exposure to @vmuliana’s career education content on TikTok on young workers’ imitation behavior. Using Albert Bandura’s Social Learning Theory, exposure to content is positioned as a stimulant that triggers cognitive processes leading to concrete actions. The research method used was a quantitative, explanatory, positivistic paradigm. Data were collected through questionnaires from 130 respondents selected using a non-probability sampling technique. Data analysis was performed using simple linear regression. The results showed that content exposure had a significant effect of 28.5% on imitation behavior. This finding confirms that the stages of attention, retention, reproduction, and motivation operate effectively in the digital ecosystem. The creator’s authority and credibility as an HR practitioner are key factors that encourage young workers to pursue practical, applicable imitation as a career adaptation strategy. This study concludes that social media has become a dominant informal learning space in shaping the professional behavior standards of young workers in the capital. ​

The Role of Chinese Ethnic Associations in Maintaining Social Harmony in the Cap Go Meh Tradition in Singkawang

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This research examines the role of Chinese ethnic associations in maintaining social harmony within the Cap Go Meh tradition in Singkawang City, offering a novel perspective on community based multicultural integration. Employing a qualitative ethnographic design, the research investigates key concepts of social harmony, interethnic relations, and collaborative cultural practices among Chinese, Malay, and Dayak communities. Data were collected through systematic document analysis of primary and secondary sources, including organizational records, policy documents, and festival reports spanning 2016–2026. The findings indicate that ethnic associations function as pivotal social mediators by institutionalizing cooperation, fostering intercultural dialogue, and reinforcing collective participation. These results underscore the strategic role of community-based cultural institutions in sustaining social cohesion and provide practical insights for managing diversity in plural societies.

Google Sites Integration to Improve Students’ Critical Thinking Skills in Social Studies Learning at Pontianak City Junior High School

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This study aims to examine the integration of Google Sites as a web-based learning medium in improving students’ critical thinking skills in Social Sciences (IPS) subjects at Pontianak City Junior High School. The low critical thinking ability of Indonesian students as reflected in the results of PISA 2022 encourages the urgent need for learning innovations that are able to encourage high-level thinking processes. The research approach used is mixed methods with a sequential explanatory design, involving grade VII students of Pontianak City Junior High School, namely at SMP Negeri 1 Pontianak City, SMP Negeri 10 Pontianak City and SMP Negeri 28 Pontianak City. Data collection was carried out through critical thinking ability tests (pretest and posttest), learning implementation observation sheets, student response questionnaires, and in-depth interviews. The Google Sites integration is designed based on the TPACK framework and the Inquiry Learning model with five main syntax: problem orientation, information exploration, analysis and discussion, synthesis and presentation, and reflection. Critical thinking skills are measured using the six components of Facione’s theory: interpretation, analysis, evaluation, inference, explanation, and self-regulation. The results showed a significant improvement in students’ critical thinking skills after the implementation of Google Sites-based learning, accompanied by positive responses from students to interactive, contextual, and real social problem-oriented learning experiences. This research makes a practical contribution to the development of innovative social studies learning that is in line with the demands of the Independent Curriculum and the 21st century Graduate Profile.

Marketing Management of Tourist Destinations in the Context of a Sustainable Model of Their Future Development

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This study examines the marketing management of tourist destinations in the context of a sustainable model of their future development. In the context of increasing competition, a dynamic tourist environment and increased environmental and social challenges, sustainability is being established as a key factor for effective management of tourist resources. The emphasis is placed on the collaboration between tourist destination management algorithms and marketing strategies.

Organizational Governance and Business Conduct in Public Management: The Case of CTT

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The main objective of this work is to analyze the importance of business conduct in the management of organizations, seeking to understand how this standard contributes to the quality of governance, organizational sustainability, and the creation of institutional trust. More specifically, the aim is to: understand the evolution of the concept of organization and management; analyze the relevance of ethics, responsibility, and governance in modern management; define and characterize the concept of business conduct; and evaluate the practical application of these principles through a case study of CTT – Correios de Portugal (Portuguese Post Office).

The analysis revealed that CTT has a robust formal framework regarding ethics and business conduct, supported by codes, internal policies, and control mechanisms, reflecting a consistent concern for integrity, transparency, and organizational sustainability. Simultaneously, challenges inherent to the complexity of its business model and the reconciliation between economic objectives and public responsibilities were identified.

The Influence of Education and Motivation on Non-Adherence to Prep Use Among Men Who have Sex with Men in Bandar Lampung, Indonesia

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Introduction: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) remains a global health problem, especially in high-risk groups of men who have sex with men (MSM). Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) is an effective HIV prevention strategy, but its success is highly dependent on the level of adherence to use.

Objective: This study aims to analyse the effect of education and motivation on non-adherence to PrEP use in men who have sex with men in Kemiling District, Bandar Lampung, Indonesia.

Methods: This study used an observational analytical design with a cross-sectional approach conducted in January–February 2026 with a sample of 64 respondents selected using proportional random sampling. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire, with non-adherence measured using the MMAS-8, and analysed using the Chi-Square test.

Results: The results showed that education (p=0.016; OR=4.427; 95% CI: 1.441–13.602) and motivation (p=0.003; OR=6.240; 95% CI: 1.923–20.248) significantly influenced non-adherence to PrEP use. Respondents with higher education and good motivation tended to be more adherent compared to respondents with lower education and less motivation.

Conclusion: It can be concluded that education and motivation are important factors influencing non-adherence to PrEP use. Therefore, interventions that emphasize increasing health literacy and strengthening motivation through ongoing education and counselling are needed to improve PrEP adherence in the MSM population.

A Meta Analysis on the Impact of Social Media on Students Academic Performance

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This study presents a comprehensive meta-analysis examining the impact of social media use on students’ academic performance. Drawing on a wide range of empirical studies conducted across diverse educational contexts, the analysis synthesizes findings to determine the overall relationship between social media engagement and academic performance. The methodology accepted in earlier studies (2011-2021) on the relationship between teacher and student was consistent with the purposes and effects on students’ academic performances. Literature rooted in the relationship between teacher and student: around 80 scholars’ articles, summaries, and guides were composed for analysis purposes. A sum of 18 articles was finally nominated for systematic review of the relationship between teacher and student. These include 15 quantitative and 3 mixed-methods articles. The results reveal a nuanced effect: while excessive and non-academic use of social media is generally associated with lower academic performance, purposeful and educational use can have a positive influence by enhancing collaboration, access to information, and engagement. The study highlights the importance of balanced and guided use of social media in educational settings and offers recommendations for educators, policymakers, and students to maximize its benefits while minimizing potential drawbacks.

Examining the Impact of Assignments on Academic Achievement and Student Well-being in Public Universities of Afghanistan

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This quantitative study examines the impact of academic assignments on students’ academic achievement and well-being in public universities of Afghanistan. The study was conducted using a quantitative approach, used questionnaire to collect data from 218 students from 24 public universities in Afghanistan. The study participants were students from several public universities in Afghanistan who had both work and study experience. The findings indicate that while appropriately designed assignments can enhance students’ understanding, time management, and academic achievement, excessive workload and tight deadlines are significantly associated with increased stress, anxiety, and reduced well-being. The study highlights the need for balanced assignment practices that support learning outcomes without compromising students’ mental health. It recommends that university instructors adopt student-centered approaches, ensure reasonable workload distribution, and provide adequate feedback to optimize both academic success and well-being in the Afghan higher education context.

Do Tall Columns Truly Represent Industrial Heaps? A Critical Review of Nickel Heap Leach Testwork

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Tall column tests are widely used as an intermediate step between laboratory-scale experiments and industrial heap leaching, aiming to improve the reliability of scale-up predictions by capturing hydro-mechanical and geochemical processes under more representative conditions. However, their predictive value remains inherently limited. This review critically evaluates the extent to which tall columns (2–6 m) reproduce key mechanisms governing industrial heap performance, including progressive compaction, unsaturated flow, preferential pathways, and coupled transport–reaction phenomena. Evidence shows that while tall columns can partially capture vertical chemical gradients, permeability evolution, and delayed reagent consumption, they still fail to represent large-scale heterogeneity, long flow paths, and structural evolution typical of industrial heaps. As a result, the observed extraction kinetics reflect system-dependent effective rates rather than intrinsic reaction kinetics, and direct extrapolation to recovery, hydraulic stability, or long-term performance is unreliable. The analysis also identifies systematic limitations in experimental design, including insufficient column diameter, limited instrumentation, and short test durations, which further constrain data interpretation. A scale-aware framework is proposed that integrates mineralogical characterization, staged testing (from bottle roll to pilot), and coupled hydro-geochemical modeling to improve decision-making and reduce scale-up risk. Tall column tests are therefore best interpreted as diagnostic tools for mechanistic understanding and trend identification, rather than standalone predictors of industrial heap leaching performance.