NOLEGEIN Journal of Leadership and Strategic Management
Volume 9, Issue 2 (2026)
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Design Thinking and Innovation
Abstract: In today's highly competitive and rapidly evolving business environment, organizations are continuously seeking innovative approaches to solve complex problems, enhance customer satisfaction, and maintain sustainable competitive advantages. One such approach that has gained significant attention in both academic and professional circles is Design Thinking (DT). Design thinking is a human-centered, creative, and systematic problem-solving methodology that integrates user needs, technological feasibility, and business viability to generate innovative solutions. The primary …
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Role of Artificial Intelligence in Strengthening Self-Help Groups (SHGs) andMicrofinance Institutions in Rural India: A Systematic Review of Literature
Abstract: India's Self-Help Group (SHG) ecosystem is the largest microfinance model in the world, covering over 17.75 crore households as of March 2024 and representing 83.52% women-only groups. Despite this remarkable scale, SHGs and Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) in rural India continue to grapple with chronic inefficiencies: poor recordkeeping, high loan default rates, geographic exclusion, language barriers, and the persistent gap between savings-linked and credit-linked groups. Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as …
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Identification and analysis of criteria of the coaching competency in Tejarat Bankusing integrated interpretive structural modeling and fuzzy MICMAC approach
Abstract: Organizations increasingly adopt coaching-oriented management practices to strengthen employee engagement, facilitate individual development, and improve organizational performance. This study investigates the key criteria of coaching competency and examines their interrelationships in Tejarat Bank. The research is applied in nature and employs an integrated methodological framework combining documentary analysis, expert interviews, the fuzzy Delphi method, interpretive structural modeling (ISM), and fuzzy MICMAC analysis. Initially, coaching competency indicators were identified through a …
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Assessing the Impact of Work from Home on Employeeproductivity in the Modern Workplace
Abstract: Work from Home (WFH), also called remote work, became very common during the COVID-19 pandemic when many organizations allowed employees to work from their homes to continue their work safely. This research focuses on how working from home affects employee productivity. WFH has several positive effects. Employees save time because they do not need to travel to the office, which can reduce stress and give them more time to focus …
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The Role of Behavioral Accounting in Understanding Financial Decision-Making and Its Influence on Corporate Strategies
Abstract: Behavioral accounting has emerged as a crucial field in understanding financial decision-making by integrating cognitive psychology with traditional accounting principles. This study examines how behavioral accounting influences corporate strategies, with a particular focus on mitigating cognitive biases, improving investment decisions, and enhancing financial transparency. The research employs a systematic literature review and statistical correlation analysis of secondary data from 2020 to 2024. Key findings reveal a strong correlation (r = …
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The Intelligent Frontier: Orchestrating AI and Machine Learning for Advanced Financial Fraud Detection
Abstract: Traditional rule-based systems cannot match that scale. They are too slow, too rigid, and too reactive. This paper examines how AI and ML are reshaping fraud detection. It evaluates LSTMs, GNNs, and Transformers as detection tools. Mastercard reported a 20% uplift in fraud detection rates. The paper also maps two emerging frontiers: Agentic AI and Quantum Graph Neural Networks. Strategic guidance is offered throughout CFOs and finance leaders. Global financial …
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A Study on the Reasons Behind NVIDIA’s Emergence as the Leading AI Company: Evidence from Primary Data
Abstract: This study explores students’ perceptions regarding the major factors behind NVIDIA’s emergence as a global leader in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) industry. The research primarily focuses on understanding how technological innovation, leadership vision, and strategic planning contribute to the company’s competitive advantage and long-term success. A descriptive research design was adopted for the study. Primary data were collected through a structured questionnaire administered to IT and MBA students, while secondary …
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What DO Audit Directors SAY? Qualitative Validation of the CAS Control Adjustment → Detection Pathway
Abstract: Purpose: Quantitative studies have established that Continuous Auditing Systems (CAS) are positively associated with Fraud Detection Effectiveness (FDE), and that Internal Control Integrity (ICI) mediates this relationship. However, the underlying mechanisms remain a “black box.” This study provides qualitative validation of the mediation pathway, exploring how real‑time monitoring translates into improved detection outcomes through control adjustments. Design/methodology/approach: Semi‑structured interviews were conducted with 15 audit directors (10 internal audit heads, 5 …
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