Abstract: In theory, decentralization holds the promise of better provision of public goods and services that are adjusted to local needs and conditions because of the increased proximity between policy makers and their constituents. This proximity is reflected in the transfer of various public services to local governments, including those related to education. However, this study shows that …
Abstract: The aim of this study is to analyze the influence of suburbanites' phenomenon against Bekasi Gross Domestic Product (GDP) through suburban population, labor, and investment variables. The research methodology employs descriptive and inferential analysis whereas to observe the effect of independent variables against dependent variable is used regression analysis. The result shows subur…
Abstract: The main purpose of this paper is to identify the major factors on import of fruits in Indonesia and to find out technological distance between Indonesia and partner countries using "Gravity Model". We modify the model, introducing a new variable, the technological distance, in order to understand the relevance of the technological gap between Indonesia and partner countries in the de…
Abstract: This study analyzed the Indonesian Insurance Industry from 2006-2010. The Methodology used is a non parametrics analysis using Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) which analyzed the technical efficiency. Efficiency analysis is conducted across different group by the size and ownership. The result indicates that insurance with equity capital above 100 Billion Rupiah is more efficient than …
Abstract: This paper evaluate the compatibility between existing DAK allocation with its dejure definition and purpose, and to explore the factors that cause the incompatibility occurred. The result shows that existing DAK allocation has not been able to meet the definition and the purpose mandated in regulations, which is indicated by these following findings :1) In 2012, 99.4 % of total local…