Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Effect of Interest Rate on Lending Levels by Commercial Banks in Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)The question of whether shifts in interest rates affect the lending levels have been widely examined in both academic and policy circles. Interest income on loans and advances still remain to be a major source of revenue ... -
Selected Factors of Supplier Prequalification on Organizational Performance- a Case Study of Danish Refugee Council
(university of nairobi, 2018)Suppliers play a key role is enhancing performance of the organization and maintaining a competitive advantage .However, many firm have succeeded by ensuring they select suppliers that add value to the organization while ... -
The Influence of Leadership on Knowledge Management and Organizational Innovation in Commercial Banks in Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)This research was founded on the view that leaders can increase the levels of organizational innovation through leveraging of knowledge resources. This study aimed to contribute by focusing on how knowledge can be utilized ... -
Top Management Team Diversity and Competitive Advantage of Safaricom Limited, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)TMT diversity is a concept that is recently being embraced by firms to ensure that they have a competent top management team that can set strategies and decisions to drive the firm towards achieving competitive advantage. ... -
Institutional Factors Influencing Implementation Of Infrastructure Projects By County Governments In Kenya; A Case Of Embu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Public infrastructure projects have taken a slow pace since independence. The records from the Kenya government 2014 on vision 2030 towards a globally competitive and prosperous Kenya (GOK, 2007) indicate that slow pace ... -
Public Procurement Management and Access to Government Procurement Opportunities(Agpo) Policy
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In every business the supply chain function is of major importance. The function ensures that the respective procurement achieves value for money for the organization.Therefore, supply chain function of any organization ... -
Effects of Corporate Governance on Financial Performance of Deposit Taking Microfinance Institutions in Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)Corporate Governance is an aspect that has gained implementation traction in most organizations across various economies. Regulations have been enhanced by various government agencies and other bodies to enforce ... -
Effect of Financial Innovation on the Profitability of Public Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The study was aimed at assessing the effect of financial innovation on the profitability of public commercial banks in Kenya as key contributors to the economy, covering a 12-year period. The Kenyan financial sector has ... -
The Effect Of Financial Management Practices On The Financial Performance Of The Companies Listed At Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Improper financial management practices have proven to be a main cause of failures in companies in terms of financial difficulty, mismanagements of fund and shortage of long-term funds to meet the operating cost and capital ... -
The Effect of Commercial Bank Lending Interest Rate on Economic Growth in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Banks have the responsibility of determining set the base rate and therefore shape the interest rate in Kenya, which is equivalent to the CBK rate. (Panizza & Presbitero, 2014), argue that interest rate landscape is vital ... -
Influence of Strategic Planning on Performance of Naivas Limited in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Strategic planning involves analyzing the external and internal environment through environmental scanning and analyzing the organization’s strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats. This is fundamental in the ... -
Influence Of Community Participation On Sustainable Project Management. A Case Of Nakuru Town, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of community participation on sustainable management of projects in Nakuru town. Community participation has been regarded as the force in ensuring sustainable and ... -
The Effect of Interest Rate Volatility and Inflation Rate on the Level of Non-performing Mortgage Loans in Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The study sought to establish the impact of the volatility of interest rates and inflation rate on the amount of nonperformance of mortgage loans among Kenyans commercial banks. The target population for the study was ... -
Stakeholder Involvement and Service Delivery:provision of Affordable Housing by National Housing Corporation in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The importance of identifying and including important stakeholders in the service provision process is critical since when stakeholders are excluded, the relevance and anticipated benefits from the service provided will ... -
Marketing Strategies Used by Uber to Enter the Kenyan Market
(university of nairobi, 2018)The mode of entry that a company chooses to enter a foreign market is usually a strategic decision that requires adequate research and calculated risks of cost benefit analysis. The strategies usually have a great impact ... -
Effects of Capital Structure on Efficiency of Insurance Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Capital structure plays an important role in firm’s efficiency provided it is utilized efficiently and in an effective manner at its optimal level. However, the questions of what constitutes an optimal capital structure ... -
Factors Influencing Sustainability Of Water Supply Projects For Rural Communities In Arid And Semi Arid Lands, A Case Of Garbatula Sub Countyinisiolo County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Access to water is key in promoting resilience and livelihoods in arid and semi-arid lands. Sustainable management of water supply projects would ensure water for drinking, domestic, livestock and other productive uses ... -
Sustainable Packaging Practices and Supply Chain Performance: the Case of Kenya Medical Supplies Authority
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This study ought to investigate the effect of sustainable packaging practice on supply chain performance of pharmaceutical firms in Kenya. Two main objectives were therefore sought; to determine the sustainable packaging ... -
Challenges Of Measuring Return On Investment Of Training And Development Programmes At Christian Mission Aid In Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The importance of measurement of return on investment of training and development programmes is to show the actual results and contributions in an accurate and credible way. It also assists in prioritizing and expanding ... -
Competitive Strategies Used by Real Estate Development Firms in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The study aimed at establishing the competitive strategies that real estate forms adopt in Nairobi, Kenya. A cross sectional descriptive survey design was employed in the study with data collection taking place at a single ...
