School of Business: Recent submissions
Now showing items 541-560 of 2023
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The Relationship Between Financial Literacy and Liquidity Among Small and Medium Sized Enterprises in Mogadishu, Somalia
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Despite the critical role played by SMEs in growth of developing countries like Somalia, these firms have been characterized by interplay of many challenges. These include liquidity constraints attributed to limited financial ... -
Sustainable Marketing Practices and Brand Performance of Food Processing Companies in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Customers who are environmentally conscious are becoming increasingly picky about the things they buy and are prepared to shell out a little bit more money for sustainable goods and services. It is vital for a company to ... -
Effect of Dividend Policy on Share Price Volatility of Manufacturing and Allied Companies Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Dividend policy entails financial management decision as to what portion of the earnings of the company, that is, profit after tax should be paid to shareholder as dividends and the percentage to reinvest. Different ... -
The Effects of Strategic Agility on the Performance of Simba Cement Company Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This research study delved into the effects of strategic agility on the performance of cement manufacturing firms operating in Kenya, using Simba Cement as a case study. Strategic agility, defined as an organization's ... -
Supply Chain Disruptions and Performance of Beverage Distributors in Nairobi County During the Covid-19 Pandemic
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The primary objective of this investigative pursuit was to scrutinize the ramifications of supply chain disturbances triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic on the operational efficacy of beverage distributors within the confines ... -
Crowdfunding and Growth of Agricultural Small Medium Enterprises in Bura Irrigation Scheme, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The growth of SMEs in Africa is impeded by two significant factors: capital accessibility and affordability. The accessibility factor is contributed by the fact that most SMEs in Sub-Saharan Africa are informal and not ... -
Monitoring and Evaluation Practices and Performance of Aquaculture Projects in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Aquaculture provides millions of people globally with nutrients, the inexpensive protein which represents a tremendous opportunity to improve food security and nutrition. The performance of aquaculture development ... -
Factors Influencing the Application of Balance Scorecard at National Social Security Fund
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The objective of this study was to determine the factors that influence the use of the balanced scorecard at National Social Security Fund. Despite the government enforcing a savings culture through various reforms including ... -
Effect of Innovation Strategy on Competitive Advantage of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)In light of Kenya's changing financial environment, this study explores the dynamic relationship between innovation strategies and commercial banks' competitive advantage. Businesses, especially those in the financial ... -
Cross-cultural Management Practices and Competitive Advantage at Total energies Marketing Kenya PLC
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The management of cross-cultural practices continue to challenge global firms which are keen to extend their businesses operations due to rapid globalization and technological advances. Lower labor costs and free ... -
The Effect of Credit Risk Management on Value of Commercial Banks Listed at Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Commercial banks are considered as fundamental catalysts of economic change and are the leading financial institutions. The study assesses the influence of credit risk management on the firm value of commercial banks quoted ... -
Marketing Drivers and Performance of Hino Motors Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of marketing drivers on the performance of Hino Motors Kenya, guided by marketing mix theory and Porter's Five Forces framework. The primary data collection method ... -
Organizational Resources and Strategy Implementation of Non-profit Organizations in Kibera Informal Settlement in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study delves into the critical interplay between organizational resources and the implementation of strategies within non-profit organizations operating in the unique context of the Kibera informal settlement in Nairobi ... -
Effect of Fuel Pricing Mechanism on Community Livelihood in Isiolo County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study aimed to investigate the influence of inflation rate, international fuel prices, automatic fuel pricing mechanisms, and changes in fuel tax revenues on community livelihood in Isiolo County, Kenya. The study ... -
The Effect of Working Capital Management on Profitability of General Insurance Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Insurance industry is among the key economic development pillars in Kenya because of the role it plays in the mobilization and allocation of financial resources. Oversight of operational liquidity management is considered ... -
The Effect of Risk Management on Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Risk management is relevant for managers in planning and executing different functions. Recognizing risk management as part of managerial functions results to many advantages and including risk management in organizational ... -
Collaborative Business Strategy and Performance of Kenya Industrial Estates
(University of Nairobi, 2023)It is widely acknowledged that today’s marketplace is increasingly becoming competitive than ever before due to globalization. Customers are becoming demanding and enlightened due to changing technology. Therefore, business ... -
Strategic Planning and Performance of Chinese Infrastructural Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Infrastructural projects are prone to changes in technology, government regulations, change in customer tastes and preferences as well as purchasing power. In responding to these external factors, competition among ... -
Effect of Investor Knowledge on Subscription Rate of Real Estate Investment Trusts Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Real estate investment trusts (REITs) have gained prominence as an investment option in Kenya, offering individuals the opportunity to invest in the real estate market without the complexities of direct property ... -
Public Procurement Policy Compliance and Performance of Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study aimed to investigate the effects of public procurement policy compliance on performance within Nairobi City County, Kenya. Guided by institutional theory, agency theory, and resource-based theory, the research ...
