The central feature of energy saving performance contracting (ESPC) in Hong Kong in the past decade has been the introduction of a new concept of energy management through a performance-based competitive approach applied in hospitals. / The literature review indicated that there seemed to be little coherent knowledge of the ESPC in hospital from the unique and integrated perspective of the healthcare sustainability, energy management to the application of ESPC in Hong Kong. It suggested the need for research to address the issue by examining how these key issues could be managed. / The purpose of the research was to generate framework of energy management process within various dynamics in the context of public and private sector of health care settings. The aims were to uncover the main concerns in hospitals with particular focus on the key issues of sustainable development, development of facilities management, energy management and application of ESPC. / A qualitative approach to the collection and analysis of data was adopted through the use of case study in various healthcare settings, namely public general acute hospital, private general hospital, sub-acute hospital and hospices and palliative care hospital. The research has contributed knowledge relevant to practitioners in the substantive area by identifying the main concerns, intrinsic risks and essential ingredients in managing ESPC in hospitals. / The research produced conclusive findings. First, it provided empirical evidence to support the integrated platform to consider the application of ESPC in hospitals. Second, through the synthesis of integrated model of framework, it identified the performance outcomes of substantive reduction of energy use, environmental pollution and maintenance cost. Finally, the research pinpointed the unsatisfactorily prevailing condition of ESPC without a generally approved list of competent energy service providers, lack of standardization of contract, and too complicated protocol of measurement and verification of energy saving. / It also identified opportunities for further research that may significantly progress the continually evolving understanding of the dynamics of ESPC in hospitals towards sustainable development in the use of energy and resources. / Thesis (PhD)--University of South Australia, 2008.

The aims of this study are to identify patterns and similarities related to the four areas in the building maintenance operation processes by using multiple cases qualitative approaches. / Thesis (PhDBusinessandManagement)--University of South Australia, 2008.

Paper 1: This review was carried out to determine the current trends and practices and to gather information on healthcare risk management. This secondary study also aimed to identify gaps in knowledge related to healthcare risk management globally and in Malaysia. Data was obtained through international reports, journal articles, books, seminar papers, internet articles and periodical materials such as newspaper articles and magazines. / The review focused on the operational definitions of healthcare risk management, its importance to healthcare, the processes, and the elements of risk management involved. The review also highlighted risk within various medical disciplines, the link between risk and quality management and healthcare risk management in Malaysia. Based on the reviews, reflections were made specifically pertaining to patients' and healthcare providers' perspectives, the legal implications and future challenges of healthcare risk management. / Paper 2: this study aimed to evaluate the extent of implementation of risk management practices in selected private hospitals which are registered with the Association of Private Hospitals Malaysia. A total of 34 private hospitals were involved in this study which used survey interview methods based on a risk audit questionnaire. Assessment was measured through the processes of risk management identification, risk analysis and treatment, and risk monitoring within an organizational context based on Standards Australia (2001) guidelines. / Paper 3: This case study attempted to understand patients' perception of risk and safety in a private hospital in Malaysia. The study specifically involved 159 patients from three clinical departments of obstetrics and gynaecology, surgical, and accident and emergency departments who sought treatment as outpatients or had stayed as inpatients. Comparison of perceived risk and safety were made among selected patients' profile, namely, gender, race, working status, age-group, number of visits and clinical departments. This survey study used a 26-item questionnaire and interview methods. The data were analysed using both descriptive and inferential statistics. / Thesis (DoctorateofBusinessAdministration))--University of South Australia, 2004.

The aims of this study are to identify patterns and similarities related to the four areas in the building maintenance operation processes by using multiple cases qualitative approaches.

The aims of this study are to identify patterns and similarities related to the four areas in the building maintenance operation processes by using multiple cases qualitative approaches.

Thesis (M.S.)--Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1994. / Vita. Abstract. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 136-149). Also available via the Internet.

Thesis (DR. P.H.)--University of Michigan.

Thesis (masters)--Montana State University. / Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (D.Com.)--University of Pretoria, 2003. / Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis--Duke University. Vita. / eContent provider-neutral record in process. Description based on print version record. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 172-180).