THE MEDITATING ROLE OF INTELLECTUAL CAPITAL BETWEEN INNOVATION, CORPORATE GOVERNANCE AND FIRM PERFORMANCE OF THE SMES OF PAKISTAN

Authors

  • MUHAMMAD NOMAN YASEEN Department of Management Sciences, Comsats University Islamabad, Vehari Campus, Pakistan Author
  • AQSA IQBAL Lecturer, Department of Management Sciences, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Rahim Yar Khan Campus, Punjab, Pakistan Author
  • IFTIKHAR MEHBOOB Director (Public Private Partnership), National Highway Authority, Islamabad, Pakistan Author
  • MAOOZ RAFAY Department of Business Administration National College of Business Administration & Economics Lahore, (Sub-Campus Multan), Pakistan Author
  • MUHAMMAD RAFIQ Assistant, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Pakistan Author
  • IFRA RIAZ Lecturer, Department of Management Sciences, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur, Punjab, Pakistan Author
  • ASAD QAYOOM Department of Business Administration National College of Business Administration & Economics Lahore, Pakistan Author

Keywords:

intellectual capital, innovation,, corporate governance, firm performancefirm performance

Abstract

This study aims to explore, the mediating effect of intellectual capital (IC) on the relationship between innovation, corporate governance (CG), and firm performance specifically within the SME sector in Pakistan. Data was collected through questionnaires through random sampling. PLS-SAM is used for data analysis. CG and innovation have positive relations with firm performance. Intellectual capital also indicates the relation between CG and firm performance. The current research is useful for policy makers and mangers which provides the foundation for knowledge creation, knowledge sharing, and the development of innovative products, processes, and business models. Additionally, effective CG practices are essential for promoting transparency, accountability, and responsible decision-making within SMEs.

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Published

2023-10-20

Issue

Vol. 12 No. 3 (2023)

Section

Articles