Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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Retention Strategies of Organizational Knowledge in Academic Institutions in Kenya: the Case of Vision Institute of Professionals
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The aim of this study was to examine the organizational knowledge retention mechanisms in Kenyan academic institutions, namely the Vision Institute of Professionals. Specifically, the researcher will find out understanding ... -
Influence of Library Consortia on Resource Sharing in Academic Libraries: Case of University of Nairobi Library
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of library consortia on resource sharing in academic libraries in Kenya with reference to the University of Nairobi library. Specific objectives were to: examine the ... -
Evaluation of Knowledge Sharing
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Informetrics is simply the study of quantitative aspects of information. It uses statistical and mathematical aspects to reveal the growth of literature in many fields of study. This study sought to examine the trends of ... -
Digitalization, Strategy and Public Service Delivery in the Ministry of Lands Kenya
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The Influence of Perception in the Relationship Between Job Enrichment and Employee Commitment at Kenya Law Reform Commission
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The study aimed at investigating the influence of perception in the relationship between job enrichment and employee commitment at Kenya Law Reform Commission. Job enrichment is a HR practices which involve vertical expansion ... -
Influence of Informal Subcontracting on Health and Safety Performance on Construction Projects the Case of Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Informality in the construction industry sub-sector is part of the growing informal economy of Kenya today. The main purpose of the study was to investigate the influence of informal subcontracting and its effects on health ... -
Effect of Macro Economic Variables on Foreign Exchange Rate in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Foreign exchange rate is a major economic growth and development pillar of any economy. Foreign exchange market refers to the intercontinental market, where currencies are merchandised virtually around the globe. Increase ... -
The Role of Non-governmental Organizations in Humanitarian Development in Africa: A Case Study of Kenya Red Cross in Kenya
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Strategy Implementation, Interest Rates Capping and Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The study objective of this study was to determine the effect of interest rate capping on the relationship between strategy implementation and performance of commercial banks in Kenya. The theoretical foundation for this ... -
Intra-communal Violent Conflicts in South Sudan: The Case of Western Nuer 1982 - 2016
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The study problem could be epitomized as the pervasive culture of violence and aggressive attitudes among the youth of the Western Nuer society. The two forgoing phenomena are systemically embedded in the society that ... -
Strategic Procurement Practices and Performance of Private Hospitals in Nairobi County
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Relationship Between Capital Budgeting Techniques and Financing Decision Among Major Supermarkets in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)There are significant connections between corporate financing and investment decisions (Jensen, 1984). The cash flow method used in capital budgeting facilitate the undertaken financing decisions. The choice of whether to ... -
Effect of Service Capabilities on Competitive Advantage of Insurance Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The main objective of the study was to establish the effect of service capabilities on competitive advantage of insurance companies in Kenya. Service capabilities were represented by the front office capabilities and the ... -
Assessment of Non-motorized Transport & Its Implications on Urban Land Uses. A Case Study of Kitengela Township
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Non-motorized transport (NMT) is a mode of transport that offers efficient, cheap, safe and convenient mobility. Encouraging use of NMT reduces reliance on use of vehicles thus reducing challenges facing the world through ... -
The Effect of Risk Management on Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)As a result of the rising volatility of money markets, financial inventions, and the expanding importance of financial instruments associated with financial intermediation, risk management is becoming an essential subject ... -
A Comparative Study of Print Media Coverage of the Inua Jamii cash transfer programme to Vulnerable Groups in Kenya Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study set out to investigate how print media covered the Inua Jamii cash transfer programme before and during the COVID-19 pandemic. The specific objectives were: to find out the extent to which the Inua Jamii cash ... -
Determinants of Health Seeking Behavior Among Households With Chronic Non-communicable Diseases in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Chronic non-communicable diseases (CNCDs) contribute to over 70 % of total global mortality, with over 50% of Kenyans reported to suffer from more than one NCD. Over 55% of the Mortalities in Kenya are from CNCDs. There ... -
Effects of Covid-19 Pandemic on Stock Returns for Commercial Banks Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Stock returns are crucial factors that determine investment in shares. They guide portfolio investments of investors as they seek to diversify their exposure as well as ensure they maximize their returns. This study sought ... -
Negotiation and Supply Chain Agility of Supermarkets in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This study was on Negotiation and Supply Chain Agility of supermarkets in Nairobi County. The objectives of the study were: to determine the issues negotiated by supermarkets in Nairobi, to find out the relationship ... -
An Analysis of the Influence of Interpersonal Communication Between the Directorate of Immigration and Somali Urban Migrants in Eastleigh, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Guided by the Symbolic Interactionism Theory of Mead and Ecological systems theory by Bronfenbrenner, this study aimed to analyse how interpersonal communication determines the migration outcomes of Somali migrants in ...
