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It would not have been possible to complete this thesis without the support of many
people.
I would like to thank the participants and interviewees who patiently gave their time
and shared their valuable experience and knowledge with me during the research. I
wish especially to thank Mr Michael Symes, Managing Director of Filtronic Pty Ltd
Australia, who kindly introduced several executives of appropriate companies to me
for the in-depth interview. This research could not have been completed without their
help.
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to other academics and administration staff in Faculty of Commerce and Management
at Griffith University for providing excellent facilities and equipment for completion
of this thesis.
Last but not least, I would like to thank my family and friends for all of their love,
understanding and moral support throughout this thesis.