Conference

From Correlations to Necessity: Introducing Meta-Analytic Necessary Condition Analysis to IHRM Research

C. Schlägel, I.-A. Thiele, Gerandi Matraku

AIB 2026 Manchester Conference (Accepted, Competitive Session)

The study introduces a novel methodological approach called bivariate meta-analytic necessary condition analysis (Meta-NCA) to improve IHRM research. By utilizing synthetic datasets derived from meta-analytic results and Monte Carlo simulation, this approach identifies generalizable necessary conditions outside traditional correlational methods, applying it to the cultural intelligence–cross-cultural adjustment relationship.

Book Chapter

Notwendige Bedingungen in der Unternehmensführung: Neue Perspektiven durch die Kombination von Meta-Analyse und Necessary Condition Analysis

C. Schlägel, I.-A. Thiele, Gerandi Matraku

Zwischen Wissen und Nichtwissen (Springer Books)

Ein zentraler Forschungsbereich der Unternehmensführung ist die Identifikation notwendiger Bedingungen – jener Einflussfaktoren, die zwingend vorhanden sein müssen, damit ein Ergebnis erreicht wird.

Thesis

The Impact of Regulatory Changes on FinTech Stock Performance

G. Matraku

This thesis examines the stock market impact of regulatory announcements on publicly listed FinTech companies. It is grounded in the Efficient Market Hypothesis, and the study uses an empirical framework integrating the event study methodology, sentiment analysis using natural language processing, and controlled regressions.

Journal Paper

Neobank Adoption and Satisfaction: Insights from University Students

G. Matraku

Preprints

This research explores the influence of nationality and financial literacy on satisfaction with neobank services among university students. Through a comparative analysis between German and international students, the study unveils that international students exhibit significantly higher satisfaction levels, suggesting that cultural differences and the requirement for international financial services play a crucial role.