Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Investigating the Effect of Climate Variability Maize Yield in Rwanda
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The knowledge of climate variability is essential for successful agriculture, especial by rain fed crops. The goal of this research was to investigate the effect of climate variability and change on maize yield in Rwanda. ... -
Litho-seismo Stratigraphy and Basin Analysis of the Sirius 1 Prospect, Chalbi Sub Basin, Northern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In recent years, global exploration for hydrocarbon accumulations in commercial quantities has become increasingly difficult, and as a result, exploration projects have extended into more geologically challenging areas. ... -
Clinical Audit on Management of Hiv Exposed Uninfected Infants (Heis) 0-24 Months Old in 2016/17 at the Lea Toto Program, Nairobi, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Back ground: The majority of infants born to HIV-infected women, are HIV-exposed uninfected (HEU). Effective clinical management of these children will prevent seroconversion, severe illness and malnutrition. To ensure ... -
Influence of Microfinance Services on Growth of Small Business Enterprises in Kenyenya Sub-county – Kisii County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This study sought to determine the influence of microfinance services in the growth of micro and small scale business enterprises in Kenyenya sub-county, Kisii County, Kenya. Specifically the objectives were to: determine ... -
The Dynamics of Intermittent Escalation of Conflict Among Nilotic Pastoralists of Northern Kenya, 1990 - 2017
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In the study, conflict is a serious protracted disagreement among the Turkana, Pokot and the Samburu communities brought about by cattle raids, historical difference and the existence of incongruent interests and is ... -
Spatial Analysis of the Effects of Flooding on Food Security in Agrarian Communities of South Eastern Nigeria
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Several studies have predicted climate change to cause some shifts in food security in the future with sparse research on the relationship between flooding (which is one of the manifestations of climate change) and food ... -
Management of Effects of Drought by Pastoralists of El-wak, Mandera County of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Pastoralism is the main source of livelihood for about 120 million people who keep cattle, camels, sheep and goats in the drylands of the world, which are characterized by low and erratic rainfall and frequent droughts. ... -
Effect of macroeconomic factors on levels of nonperforming loans among listed Kenyan Commercial Banks
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Non- performing loans have been the leading cause of market failure at both the global and local level in any given economy. NPLs receive so much attention as they pose so much problems. First on the weight on the balance ... -
Effect Of Relationship Marketing On Customer Loyalty In Spa And Wellness Services In Nairobi County-Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The relationship between health and work is not new and has registered significant growth significantlyglobally . Health spas are a ragrowing sector today. Research in this area is in Kenya is scanty. is. Hence, the focus ... -
The Effect of Asset Quality on Value of Commercial Banks Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Low quality assets can reasonably be expected to enter default. All the losses arising from asset quality are summed up in the final financial performance of an entity. Carrying low quality assets on the statement of ... -
Effect of Lean Six Sigma Implementation on Operational Performance of Micro-finance Institutions in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Lean Six Sigma is means by which organizations achieve efficiency and effectiveness. The impact of these practices influences the sustainability of operational performance. The study aims to establish the impact of Lean ... -
Partnerships in International Operations and Competitive Advantage of Multichoice Kenya Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Partnership is an agreement between two organizations to pool together their resources to pursue mutually beneficial objectives. Many global organizations have adopted partnership as an entry strategy into new markets. ... -
Relationship Between Firm Characteristics and Profitability of Deposit Taking Sacco’s in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Firm characteristics are very crucial for the performance of firms in general and Deposit taking savings and credit cooperative societies. The current study therefore sought to examine the effect of firm characteristics ... -
Brand Extension Strategies and Corporate Image of Profit Making Government Owned Organizations in Tanzania
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The objective of the study was to set up the impact of brand expansion strategies on the corporate image of profit making government owned organization. The research design was a descriptive cross-sectional study. The ... -
Service Delivery, Public Participation, Human Resource Capacity and Revenue Mobilization in the Budget Preparation Process Among County Governments in Kenya (a Case Study of Elgeyo Marakwet County Government)
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The promulgation of the Constitution of Kenya on 27 August 2010 was a clear way of ensuring that the devolved governance system is realized. In this case, the constitution in Chapter Eleven (Cap 11) states the provisions ... -
Relating Government Social Cash Transfers and Economic Growth in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The study sought to investigate the impact of government social cash transfers to economic growth in Kenya. Government social cash was the independent variable it includes orphans and vulnerable children cash transfers, ... -
Strategic Orientation Practices on Performance of Audit Firms in Nairobi County, in Kenya
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Analysis of Growth and Operational Performance in Franchised Quick Service Restaurants in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Restaurant businesses have expanded internationally using franchising. Faced with current competitive market conditions, the ability to access the customer base and reservations infrastructure of a multinational brand may ... -
Effects of Dividend Policy on Stock Prices for Banks Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Dividend policy is a strategy used by a company to determine the amount and timing of dividend payments. The dividend policy adopted by an organization is one of the important issues in corporate finance as it may have ... -
The Effect of Annulment of the Presidential Election Results in Kenya on Return of Shares at Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This study sought to find out the effect of annulment of the presidential election results on the return of shares at the Nairobi Stock Exchange. The expectation was to solidify existing knowledge regarding the dominance ...
