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The Role of Ecosystem Builders in Enhancing Entrepreneurial Ecosystem and Innovations in Brunei Darussalam /

By Mohammad Afiq bin Mohammed . Bandar Seri Begawan : Universiti Teknologi Brunei, 2025 . viii, 189 pages : , Thesis submitted in fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science (by research) in Management | Abstract Brunei Darussalam demonstrated modest improvements in economic performance but continued to face challenges in innovation. As reported by the Department of Economic Planning and Statistics, the national GDP grew by 4.2% in 2024, following a slower growth rate of 1.1% in 2023, marking a recovery from consecutive contractions of -1.6% in both 2021 and 2022. However, innovation outcomes remained limited, as evidenced by Brunei's decline in the Global Innovation Index, where it ranked 88th out of 133 countries in 2024, a slight drop from 87th in 2023. This reflects a broader downward trend from 71st in 2020, indicating persistent structural challenges in fostering innovation. The economy's health is an indicator to measure the striving of the Bruneian ecosystem. With a low growth, it indicates Brunei's limitations in various areas such as less diversification and start-up creation for local businesses, scarce foreign direct investment (FDI) and local investments, lack of access to foreign market access and stagnant infrastructure for businesses. This brings to perspective the importance of the role of the ecosystem builders in Brunei Darussalam's entrepreneurial ecosystem. The purpose of the study is to analyse entrepreneurial ecosystem builders in how they can support entrepreneurship and innovation especially in the startup development in the Brunei Darussalam ecosystem. The research adopts a qualitative research approach with a total of 15 respondents that were interviewed from various backgrounds, 7 of which are ecosystem builders and 8 of which are entrepreneurs. The interviews were conducted online via Zoom. The data were analysed using thematic analysis. Based on the findings, ecosystem builders in Brunei Darussalam's contribution do not have a direct impact on the entrepreneurs but are a necessary support in the economy and innovation. Entrepreneurs and ecosystem builders are all seeking economic growth. Entrepreneurs contribute to the economy by growing their business and will seek for resources and support that can stimulate growth. There were several limitations with the primary issue that these research samples were collected and conducted during COVID-19 Pandemic and it gives limitations to get more respondents during the period of 2020 to 2022. 30 cm..

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Evaluation of Traffic Conflicts in Microscopic Simulation Model Using Video Anaytics /

By Muhammad Nabil Faiz bin Mohd Naim. Bandar Seri Begawan : Universiti Teknologi Brunei, 2025 . viii, 87 pages , Thesis submitted in fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree of Master of Science | Abstract Roundabouts are a common form of road junction and safety analysis is a component in the design and operation of roundabout. This study seeks to evaluate the extent to which traffic conflicts identified through a calibrated microscopic simulation model correspond to real-world traffic conflicts on a roundabout. To achieve this, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and video analytics were employed to collect and extract real-world traffic data, including vehicle trajectories on a local roundabout. The collected data were then compared with the outputs of a calibrated microsimulation model, with traffic conflicts analysed using the Surrogate Safety Assessment Model (SSAM). The findings indicate that the number of conflicts identified from real-world trajectories is higher than the number of conflicts identified from a calibrated simulation model with a 51.8% error. These differences persisted despite adjustments to key parameters and sensitivity to vehicle position changes in successive video frames. By comparing with results from other researchers, this is thought to be due to the limitation of microsimulation model to replicate actual conflict occurrence mechanisms despite calibration. The difference in conflict frequency may stem from the simulation model's adherence to collision-avoidance principles through car-following models and priority rules, potentially compromising its ability to accurately represent naturalistic road user behaviour. However, it is also important to note that this study focused solely on critical gap as the input parameter calibrated that uses entry capacity as a performance measure. A review of existing literature suggests that additional calibration parameters could significantly influence the identification and quantification of traffic conflicts. These include queue lengths, SSAM threshold values, safety distance factors, and desired deceleration rates. Future research could explore the impact of calibrating these parameters to enhance the accuracy and reliability of microsimulation models in capturing real-world traffic conflicts. 30cm.

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Literacy and Utilization of Digital Accounting Tools for Workplace Readiness Among Certificate Level Accounting Students in Brunei Darussalam /

By Muhammad Khaliq Syafie bin Md Don,. Bandar Seri Begawan : Universiti Teknologi Brunei, 2025 . xv, 327 pages : , Thesis submitted in fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy | ABSTRACT This research explores the literacy and utilization of digital accounting tools among certificate-level accounting students in Brunei Darussalam, assessing their readiness for the digital accounting workplace. Employing a comprehensive mixed-methods approach, the study examines the influence of the Triple Helix model-academia, government, and industry—on digital accounting settings. Quantitative data were collected through surveys from 158 students, while qualitative insights were obtained from interviews with 10 key stakeholders across academia, industry, and government. The findings reveal a significant impact on the students' digital competence towards their readiness in the digital accounting workplace, highlighting the need for curriculum and industries engagement and support. This research study exposed the need for the integration of digital competence into accounțing education in order to fulfil future industrial needs. This includes the utilisation of advanced digital tools, consistent professional development among the lecturers, and an educational framework that supports the inclusion of digitalization in accounting education. This research study contributes to the continuous discourse on aligning accounting education with the advanced digital transformation, ensuring graduates are future-ready. 30 cm..

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Power Consumption Characterisation For Brunei Integrated Optical-Wireless Access Network / Hajah Nur'Azmina @ Limanah Binti Haji Lingas

By Hajah Nur'Azmina @ Limanah Binti Haji Lingas . Bandar Seri Begawan : Universiti Teknologi Brunei , 2025 . xiv,154 pages : , Thesis Submitted for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical and Electronics Engineering Universiti Teknologi Brunei | ABSTRACT This research explores the literacy and utilization of digital accounting tools among certificate-level accounting students in Brunei Darussalam, assessing their readiness for the digital accounting workplace. Employing a comprehensive mixed-methods approach, the study examines the influence of the Triple Helix model-academia, government, and industry—on digital accounting settings. Quantitative data were collected through surveys from 158 students, while qualitative insights were obtained from interviews with 10 key stakeholders across academia, industry, and government. The findings reveal a significant impact on the students' digital competence towards their readiness in the digital accounting workplace, highlighting the need for curriculum and industries engagement and support. This research study exposed the need for the integration of digital competence into accounțing education in order to fulfil future industrial needs. This includes the utilisation of advanced digital tools, consistent professional development among the lecturers, and an educational framework that supports the inclusion of digitalization in accounting education. This research study contributes to the continuous discourse on aligning accounting education with the advanced digital transformation, ensuring graduates are future-ready. 30cm..

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Enchancing Organisational Quality Potential with Digital Maturity, Big Data and TQM: A Case Study of the Ministry of Development, Brunei Darussalam /

By Dayangku Nurul Zahidah Binti Pengiran Ismail,. Bandar Seri Begawan : Universiti Teknologi Brunei, 2025 . xliii, 629 pages : , Thesis Submitted in Fulfillment of the Requirements for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy | ABSTRACT In the digital era, public sector organisations are under increasing pressure to modernise operations, enhance service delivery, and ensure continuous quality improvement. While many governments have embraced digital initiatives, the integration of digital maturity and data capabilities into quality management systems remains underexplored, especially in developing countries. This study aims to examine the interconnected roles of Digital Maturity (DM), Big Data (BD), and Total Quality Management (TQM) in enhancing organisational performance, using the Ministry of Development (MoD), Brunei Darussalam, as a single case study. The research is grounded in the Resource-Based View (RBV) and extends existing frameworks by developing and testing a comprehensive model comprising five digital maturity dimensions, eight big data, and eight TQM practices. A mixed-methods research design was employed. Quantitatively, survey data were collected from 468 employees across MoD departments and analysed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) via SmartPLS. Qualitatively, expert interviews were conducted to gain deeper insights into digital implementation challenges, contextual factors, and governance dynamics. The interview data were analysed thematically and triangulated with quantitative findings. The findings reveal that digital maturity significantly influences the development of big data capabilities, particularly in areas such as data quality, system integration, and environmental readiness. In turn, big data dimensions play a crucial mediating role in strengthening TQM practices, including leadership, strategic planning, continuous improvement, and employee involvement. Differences between executives and employees' perspectives are also highlighted, revealing top-down and bottom-up dynamics in public sector transformation. This study contributes to the literature by proposing an integrated DM-BD-TQM framework tailored to public organisations. It addresses key gaps in understanding how digital and data capabilities can be strategically aligned to achieve quality excellence. The research also provides practical recommendations for policy-makers and public sector [9:58 AM, 5/6/2026] ~: leaders to develop targeted interventions that enhance digital governance, data utilisation, and quality practices within government institutions. 30 cm.

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