Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Capacity Management, Service Quality and Customer Satisfaction in Information Technology Service Companies in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)IT service providers are companies that provide advice to companies on how best to apply IT in their operations in order to achieve their objectives. Capacity management for IT service companies is important for optimization ... -
The Effect of Corporate Governance Practices on the Financial Performance of the Insurance Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The study examined the effects of corporate governance on the financial performance of insurance companies in Kenya. The study aimed at establishing the effects of corporate governance practices and policies on financial ... -
Aftercare as a Promotion Strategy Directed at Attracting Foreign Direct Investments by Kenya Investment Authority
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The main objective of the study is to assess aftercare as a promotion strategy on foreign direct investments in Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest). The research embraced a descriptive research design. Primary data was ... -
Seasonal Effect on Stock Market Returns a Case of the Nairobi Securities Exchange
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The Effect of Dividend Policy on the Value of Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This research paper aimed at evaluating impacts of the dividend policy the value of the firm listed at NSE. The theories that were reviewed to make an explanation of the concepts of the dividends policy in relation with ... -
The Effects of Budget Control on Operational Performance of Public Hospitals in Kiambu County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This research examines the budgetary control in public hospitals and its effects on their operational performance. The aim of this paper is to determine the effects of budget control on operational performance of public ... -
Effect of Capital Structure on Stock Returns of Manufacturing and Allied Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Capital structure plays an important role in firm’s stock return provided it is utilized efficiently and in an effective manner at its optimal level. However, the questions of what constitutes an optimal capital structure ... -
Key Success Factors and Competitive Strategies by Four and Five Star Rated Hotels in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The objective of this study was to establish the key success factors and competitive strategy used by the five and four star hotels in Nairobi enabling the hotels to stay afloat in light of competition experienced in the ... -
Human Trafficking and Its Impact on National Security in East Africa: a Case Study of the Vice in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This thesis is premised on the argument that organization of routine activities of individuals or groups in society fuels crimes such as human trafficking. The thesis argues that human trafficking is a threat to the whole ... -
Effect of Consumer Socialization and Buyer Behavior on Brand and Loyalty of Key Washing Detergents Among Students of Universities in Nairobi Central Business District
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Consumer socialization is the process through which potential consumers acquire the skills, knowledge and attitude to function in the market place. Different agents of consumer socialization affect brand awareness and ... -
Strategic Positioning and Total Quality Management Strategies and Their Impact on Performance in Three to Five Star Hotels Headquartered in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Strategic Management is an approach through which the objectives of an organization are specified, followed by policies and plans on how to achieve them, and allocating of necessary resources to implement those policies ... -
Inventory Management Practices and Supply Chain Perfomance of Fast Moving Consumer Goods Manufacturers in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The business dynamism environment is characterized by intense competition, diminishing resources and internationalization among other factors. As a result, many manufacturing firms are forced to produce products at lower ... -
The Effect of Financial Risk Management Practices on Efficiency of Micro Finance Institutions in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Microfinance stands as one of the most promising tools in the fight against poverty globally, particularly to the disadvantaged population. Microfinance Institutions face risks that have to be managed efficiently and ... -
Impact of Oil Price Shocks on Economic Growth, Inflation and Exchange Rates in Kenya, 1986-2015
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Crude oil is a critical resource in not only fueling the economic activities but also as a key input to large proportion of commodity production. Global factors such as wars, population increase, broadening of manufacturing ... -
Lean Supply Chain Management Practices and Organizational Performance in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Key objectives of the study were to analyze the adoption of Lean supply chain management practices and how this would impact on organization performance of pharmaceutical manufacturing firms in Kenya. The target population ... -
The Effect of Expansion and Diversification Strategies on the Performance of Naivas Chain Store
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Firms in the current world are faced with many challenges as well as opportunities in the environment in which they operate. The world is dynamic and as such the external environment keeps on changing. The external environment ... -
The Effect Of Board Of Directors As A Strategic Resource On Organizational Performance Of Insurance Companies Listed At The Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Despite the tight regulatory framework, effective board management continues to weaken in Kenya due to lack of professional management and governance malpractices. This research sought to investigate the effect of board ... -
Knowledge Management and Innovation Among Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study is about knowledge management and innovation among commercial banks in Kenya. Knowledge Management (KM) manages the corporation’s knowledge through a systematically and organizationally specified process for ... -
Effects Of Internal Controls On The Performance Of Multinational Financial Services Companies In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The main objective of this research study was to determine the effects of internal control systems on the performance of multinational financial services companies in Kenya. The study reviewed previous scholarly studies ...
