Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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Factors Affecting Access to Loans by Small and Medium Enterprises in Kibuye Open Air Market, Kisumu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Small-scale traders, are integral to the economy, driving job creation and fostering economic development. These enterprises, however, encounter significant challenges in securing financial resources, particularly in ... -
The Role of Technology in Enhancing Audit Effectiveness Among Auditing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This study investigated the role of technology in enhancing audit effectiveness among Kenyan auditing firms, focusing on the impact of technology adoption, auditor expertise, technological infrastructure, and organizational ... -
Effect of Financial Leverage on Growth of Non-financial Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Financial leverage not only determines a company's performance and financial benefits but also determines its growth. As companies expand, and due to increased operations and accompanying costs, this requires additional ... -
Effect of Operations Management Practices on Customer Satisfaction of Fast-moving Consumer Goods: A Case of Firms in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This study tries to find operations management practices applied by Fast- Moving Consumer Goods in Nairobi County. To accomplish this goal, the study was guided by the following research objectives; to ascertain the ... -
Integrated Waste Management Strategies for Sustainability in Liberia: Harnessing Energy From Various Waste Streams
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Waste management, especially the management of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW), is one of the significant challenges impeding sustainable development in the city of Monrovia, which has resulted in serious threats to public ... -
Deterrent of Strategic Change Management in Fintech Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The rapid evolution of financial technology (FINTECH) in Kenya has disrupted traditional financial services, necessitating continuous strategic change to maintain competitiveness. However, Fintech companies in Kenya face ... -
Entrepreneurial Skills and Sustainability of Youth Projects in Mathare Constituency, Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Youth unemployment remains a pressing global issue, with approximately 267 million individuals aged 15-24 years out of work, representing nearly 22% of this age group worldwide. These young people face significant challenges ... -
Countering Terrorism Financing in Kenya: An Abortive Endeavour?
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The Kenyan Citizenry continues to bear the brunt of terror attacks thus far. The notoriety and callousness of the actions of Al-Shabaab on Kenyan soil has wreaked incalculable havoc. To curb the Al-Shabaab menace, it ... -
The Relationship Between Credit Risk Management and Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)As an MSc Finance student with prior experience as a Credit Officer at the Agricultural Finance Corporation (AFC), I have personally experienced the difficulties involved in managing credit risk within the financial sector, ... -
Influence of Competitive Strategies on Organizational Performance at Triad Architects in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)In today’s rapidly evolving competitive landscape, businesses must adopt effective strategies that enable them to implement both offensive and defensive actions to maintain a strong, sustainable position. Organizations are ... -
Effects of Securities Market Development on Economic Growth in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This research looks at how the emergence of the securities market has affected Kenya's economic expansion, highlighting the function of financial markets in promoting investment, resource mobilization, and maintaining ... -
Flood Exposure and Anxiety Disorders: A Case Study of the 2024 Survivors in Mathare and Mukuru Informal Settlements, Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The study sought to explore how flooding occasioned by climate change impacts anxiety disorders in people who have faced flooding in the Mathare and Mukuru informal settlements in Nairobi County. The research specifically ... -
Project Management and Effectiveness of Alternative Rite of Passage(ARP) Projects in Narok County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) remains a significant public health and human rights challenge in many Kenyan communities, including the Maasai of Narok County, where cultural norms strongly support the practice. ... -
Examining the Role of National Construction Authority in Enhancing Structural Integrity in Kenya: Towards a More Efficacious Regulatory Regime
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Kenya has a seemingly robust legal and institutional framework for the construction industry chiefly administered by the National Construction Authority (NCA) which was established in 2011. The state agency was expected ... -
The Influence of Job Satisfaction on Employee Performance Among Non-academic Staff at the University of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2024)In any work place, an employee’s performance is significantly influenced by two main factors, Job satisfaction and motivation. The objective of the study was to investigate the influence of job satisfaction on employee ... -
Working Capital Management and Financial Performance of Deposit Taking Microfinance Institutions in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2024)The researcher looked into the effect of working capital management on financial performance of deposit taking microfinance institutions (DTMFIs) in Kenya. It was based on trade-off theory, operating cycle theory and ... -
Total Quality Management and Sustainability: A Case Study of Kenya Wine Agencies Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2024)This study examined total quality management and sustainability outcomes, focusing on Kenya Wine Agencies Limited. The research objective was to assess the implementation of TQM practices in KWAL, assess the measurement ... -
Participatory Design and Performance of Livestock Breed Improvement Project in Laikipia County
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Participatory project design is a critical component in the successful implementation and sustainability of community-based projects. This study examined the factors influencing the performance of livestock breed improvement ... -
Effects of Credit Management Practices on Loan Performance of Commercial Banks Listed at the Nairobi Stock Exchange, Kenya
(Effects of Credit Management Practices on Loan Performance of Commercial Banks Listed at the Nairobi Stock Exchange, Kenya, 2024)The purpose of this research was to investigate the effect of credit management practices on loan performance of commercial banks listed at the Nairobi Stock Exchange, Kenya. “The study set out to accomplish four main goals ... -
Resettlement Implementation in Water Projects: A Case of Northern Collector Tunnel Murang'a County
(University of Nairobi, 2024)Water projects are large-scale initiatives that invest in local solutions to solve regional water crises. Large-scale water projects threaten livelihood and disrupt communities due to the demand for large tracts of land ...
