Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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An Assessment of the Role of Interpersonal Communication on Vmmc Uptake in Siaya Sub–county
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This study aimed at assessing the role of interpersonal communication on Voluntary Medical Male Circumcision uptake among men in Siaya Sub County, Siaya County. The objectives of the study were to find out the knowledge ... -
Credit Reference Bureau Effect on Financial Performance of Non-deposit Taking Micro Finance Institutions in Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)The constant challenges that confront local NDT MFIs have brought into focus the survival and sustainability of NDT MFIs in Kenya. With the coming of Credit reference bureau, we have witnessed better credit market, lower ... -
Strategic Management Practices and Performance of Media Council of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The Media Council of Kenya is an autonomous body that seeks to improve and protect media freedom and autonomy in Kenya and provide appropriate standards that control and direct journalists, practitioners and media enterprises. ... -
Effect Of Government Policy And Macro Environment On Success Of Rural Electrification In Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This inquiry purposed to establish the effects of Government policy and Macro-environment on Kenya‟s rural electrification. Specifically, the research sought to assess the impact of government policy on Kenya‟s rural ... -
Effects of Facebook Advertising on Cosmetics Sales and Purchase by Women in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Facebook advertising is the new mantra for several brands. This study sought to investigate the effect of Facebook advertising on cosmetic sales and purchase by women in Kenya.Specifically, this investigation was directed ... -
Influence of Distribution Strategies on the Competitive Advantage of Alcoholic Beverage Companies in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)In the 21st century where the world is becoming more and more competitive companies, will need to come up with strategies on how to meet the customers‟ needs and wants, penetrate the new emerging markets and stay head of ... -
Internal Audit, Environmental Audit and Perforamnce of State Corporations in Kenya: a Case of Nyayo Tea Zones Development Corporation of Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)Environmental audit measurement systems have been revered as a way of ensuring that public institutions continuously improve in performance. An environmental audit system is a contract that is enforceable setting measurable ... -
Efficacy of a Discharge Checklist for Neonates in Reducing Neonatalmorbidity and Mortality
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Of the estimated 5.9 million child deaths in 2015, almost 1 million occurred in the first day of life while about 2 million deaths occurred in the first week. Most of these deaths are readily preventable or treatable ... -
Medicine Utilization Review of Heparin at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background Unfractionated heparin and low molecular weight heparins are effective anticoagulant options for prevention and treatment of thrombosis in diverse clinical settings. However heparin anticoagulation has potential ... -
The Effect Of Macro-Economic Variables On Performance Of Investment Banks In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Over the past ten years, the investment banks in Kenya have witnessed tremendous growth that has been attributed to more improved openness and reduced regulation in the sector which has aroused interest in the investing ... -
Business Process Outsourcing, Operational Efficiency, Firm Characteristics and Performance of Oil and Gas Distribution Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Business process outsourcing (BPO) has become a universal business concept that has enabled firms to successfully engage with the dynamics of the competitive environment through formulating and implementing strategies to ... -
Effect Of Public Debt On Foreign Direct Investment Inflows In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The biggest challenge facing LDCs to attain sustained and equitable economic growth and development is inadequate domestic financial resources. This has led to heavy reliance by most LDCs on external capitals such as foreign ... -
Prevalence and Determinants of Antibiotic Related Adverse Drug Reactions in Kenya: Spontaneously Reported Cases at the Pharmacy and Poisons Board Database
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Introduction: Antibiotics are used for treatment and prophylaxis of various infectious conditions and are considered as safe drugs when used rationally. Like all other drugs, they also cause adverse drug reactions in ... -
Pathways to Mental Health Care Barriers and Management Experiences of Adults Living With Mental Illness in Kenya
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Effect Of Interest Rate Risk On Bond Yield In The Kenyan Bond Market
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Kenya’s corporate bond market has been having a low operation compared to treasury bonds. As from inception of the bond market in Kenya only a few organizations are trading in bonds. The development the Kenyan bond market ... -
Innovation and Operational Performance of Top 100 Rated Kpmg Firms in Kenya
(university of nairobi, 2018)The main objective was to examine the influence of innovation and operational performance of Top 100 rated KPMG firms in Kenya. The objectives were to examine the influence of product innovations, process innovations, ... -
Antimicrobial Activity and Constituents of the Root Bark of Loncocarpus Eriocalyx
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Conventional anti- infectives are expensive and in most cases unavailable to the target population. This has led to greater reliance on alternative medicine such as decoctions from plants. Lonchocarpus eriocalyx root ... -
Relationship Between Service Quality Management Practices and Operational Performance of Shipping Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The need for firms to offer quality provision that meet consumer expectations for sustainable operations and maintain competitiveness in business has been the main focus of many firms in different sectors especially in the ... -
E-procurement Implementation and Performance of Public Universities in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Public universities are key in the provision of quality education. The study was aimed at establishing the enactment of electronic-procurement management practices amongst public universities. The first objective was to ... -
Sustainable Development And Investment Treaties: A Comparative Analysis Of Bilateral Investment Treaties In Kenya And South Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2018)This is a comparative study assessing what is meant by sustainable development and the role of investment treaties. The study ventures to scrutinize Bilateral Investment Treaties and whether they contribute to sustainable ...
