Research Publications

Academic theses and dissertations are regularly published and widely disseminated in YUOE Journal, Monographs, Universities Research Journal (URJ), Myanmar Academy of Arts and Science (MAAS) Journal, AsTEN Research Journal and International online Journals for sharing knowledge and contributing to the development of our education.

Myanmar Academy of Art & Science List of Research

No. Researcher Title Abstract Year
2631 Sein Lwin1, Aung Bwa2, Phoo Phoo Pyae Zan3, Nay Myo Maung4, Myo Win Yee5, Mya Myo Chel6 The Effect of Awareness and Needs on Behavior towards Plastic Waste Management of Students at Department of Management Studies, Yangon University of Economics The main objective of this study is to analyze the effect of awareness and needs on behavior towards plastic waste management of students at Department of Management Studies, Yangon University of Economics. A sample of 282 respondents out of 598 students from all programs of Department of Management Studies are selected by simple random sampling method. This study applied both descriptive statistics and regression analysis as methods to analyze the data. The results indicated that all respondents have demonstrated high level of awareness needs and behavior towards plastic waste management. According to multiple regression, students’ awareness is statistically significant on behavior of plastic waste management. Hence, students’ awareness has positive effect on students’ behavior of plastic waste management. In addition, students’ awareness has no effect on their needs. Based on the findings students’ awareness obtained the highest value so that they are involved in plastic waste management. Furthermore, students have knowledge about plastic waste management and know how to preserve the environment. However, having such knowledge and knowing the requirements does not end there, but must be implemented as a behavior to become an action plan. 2025
2632 Khin Mar Yee1, Aye Aye Mauk2 Analyzing the Spatial and Diversification Patterns ofCottage Industry in Myeik: Towards FutureDevelopment and Sustainability This paper, titled "Analyzing the Spatial and Diversification Patterns of Cottage Industry in Myeik," aims to explore avenues for the future development of cottage industries in Myeik. The objectives include studying the significance of cottage industries within the study area, examining the diverse types of cottage industries, analyzing the correlation between cottage industries and supporting factors, investigating the spatial distribution patterns of cottage industries in Myeik, and assessing the socio-economic conditions of the study area. Primary data for this research is gathered through questionnaire surveys, and open interviews during field observations, and secondary data is obtained from relevant administrative offices, providing population data, household information, and details on the types of cottage industries. The application of geographical information systems (GIS) is employed for data analysis, including statistical methods applied to tables and figures. The findings reveal that within Myeik proper, 12 wards exhibit high diversification of groups, with a predominant concentration of cottage industries. This prevalence is attributed to the increased convenience of transportation and the rapid progression of imported goods. Zaydan Ward stands out with the highest diversification index of + 0.78, owing to its strategic proximity to Seiknge Bazaar and the port, making it an advantageous location for distributing cottage industry products. Yaybone Ward follows with the second-highest diversification index of +0.77, as it is situated near Myeik University. Kangyi Ward demonstrates a medium diversification index of + 0.46, while Talaisu Ward registers a low diversification index. This research contributes valuable insights that can be applied to address local needs and foster future sustainable development within the study area. 2025
2633 Thet Mon Soe1 EFFECTS OF FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT AND TRADE ON LABOR PRODUCTIVITY GROWTH IN MYANMAR* This study investigates the effect of inward foreign direct investment, and trade on economic growth in Myanmar over the period 1996-2022 including the covid-19 pandemic period. The study applied both long- and short-run effects of inward FDI and trade on labor productivity using Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) bound test and Error Correction (EC) model. To account for other labor productivity determinants, economic freedom index, inflation, and covid-19 dummy variables have been used. The empirical results imply that foreign direct investment impact is ambiguous in the short run, but it is beneficial in the long run. Capital goods import has a positive and statistically significant short run and long run impact on labor productivity in Myanmar. As expected, covid-19 pandemic negatively impacted the labor productivity in Myanmar. In this intuition, the GoM should emphasize more and attract skill intensive inward FDI and capital goods import which improve the labor productivity. 2025
2634 Khin Thu Thu Thein 1 FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT AND CO2 EMISSION: AN EMPIRICAL ANALYSIS – THE CASE OF MYANMAR There are two main patterns of the liberalization process in Myanmar. The first one, acted in September 1988, concerns with the marketization and removal of restrictions in the agriculture sector. The second one is the Foreign Investment Law. This allows foreign capitals in a company from joint venture participation with a minimum of 35% of foreign holdings to a full detention with 100% of foreign equity. This study will assess the effect of foreign direct investment (FDI) on CO2 emissions of Myanmar in the short-run and long-run impact by using an auto-regression distributed lag (ARDL) model. The data set for this study is from the time series data set of Myanmar (1990-2020). The sources of secondary data are World Bank, DICA, and Konema. This study makes a significant contribution by examining the impact of FDI and trade liberalization on Myanmar's CO2 emissions. The results of this study provide evidence of the possibility to keep and rehabilitate the environment along with Myanmar’s industrialization and urbanization through trade liberalization. As the developing and emerging Myanmar economies are on a transition path towards development, guaranteeing environmental sustainability. Myanmar government should be encouraging the types of FDI which ensure tech know-how and building a clean environment. 2025
2635 Shoon Lei Myint Mo1, Lei Yee Hnin Oo2 ANALYSIS OF PULL FACTORS ONTO THE DOMESTIC TOURISTS’ DESTINATION CHOICES IN NGWE SAUNG, MYANMAR* This study investigates the pull factors influencing domestic tourists' choice of Ngwe Saung, Myanmar's coastal gem, as their destination. Employing a case study approach and quantitative methods, the research explores the interplay between various pull factors, including general services, landscape, visiting price, safety, local people's attitude, accessibility, and word-of-mouth, and their influence on destination choice. By analyzing the data from 100 domestic tourists, the study aims to identify the pull factors that motivate domestic tourists to visit Ngwe Saung and to determine which pull factors have the strongest influence on destination choice. This study contributes to the broader understanding of tourist destination choices within the evolving tourism landscape of Myanmar. 2025
2636 Su Pyae Thada Htet1 FACTORS INFLUENCING DOMESTIC TOURISTS’ PREFERENCES FOR BAGAN DESTINATION This study was conducted with the objective of identifying the determinants that shape domestic tourists' preferences for Bagan, Myanmar. The research focused on delving into the varying degrees of importance that domestic tourists attributed to the physical and cultural aspects of the destination, as well as the interpersonal, status and prestige motivators, and the influence of word of mouth and group dynamics within their social circles. A total of 212 representative data was collected through questionnaire surveys from a sample of domestic tourists who had visited to Bagan during the period of 2021 to 2023. Due to the outbreak, visitor preferences and behaviors have completely changed, making an in-depth investigation of the dynamic factors impacting domestic tourism in Bagan region is required. Moreover, the absence of significant and up-to-date research associated to this particular setting highlights the necessity of thorough investigation. The finding from this research show that psychological factors such as physical motivators of a destination show significant influences in preferences for Bagan destination but some factors like word of mouth, group influences show a slightly difference gender of domestic travelers. 2025
2637 Aye Aye Mauk1, Khin Mar Yee2, Myint Myint Yee3 GEOGRAPHICAL ANALYSIS OF TOURIST ATTRACTION SITES IN KYAINGTONG TOWNSHIP The topic chosen and presentation in “Geographical Analysis of Tourist Attraction Sites in Kyaingtong Township”. Kyaingtong township is located in the eastern Shan State and it also the place where the capital city of Triangle Region is situated . It is an ancient town established since the days of Myanmar Kings and governed by 45 Shan Sawbwas (Chiefs). Accordingly historic buildings, city wall, moat and entrance doors can be seen even today. It occupies the southern part of Kyaingtong valley encircled by moutains, Paryan mountain ridge, Mt.Wamnaung, Mt.Lwemwe and Mt.Pankwe. The township is inhibited by Shan, Larhu, Wa, Palaung, Arn and Arkae tribes with different customs and cultures which can attract domestic and foreign visitors. By unfolding the physical and cultural attributes of the area, it can help develop the tourism industry and increase the income of local inhabitants. This paper includes physical factors, the history of development, historic places, the customs of national tribes, attractive tourist destinations and arrival with geographical distribution of their places. 2025