Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Strategic Management Practices and Challenges at the Youth Enterprise Development Fund (Yedf) of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The purpose of this study was to determine the strategic management practices adopted and establish the challenges encountered in managing Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF) of Kenya. This was a case study and an ... -
Postmortem analysis of coronary atherosclerosis among youth dying of unnatural causes.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Background: Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the most common causes of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Kenya with atherosclerosis contributing a major portion. There is a steady increase in its prevalence in the youth ... -
School-based Factors Influencing Implementation of Chemistry Curriculum in Public Secondary Schools in Garissa Sub County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)As a science subject, chemistry occupies a central locus in the contemporary society. Its knowledge underpins almost every aspect of life. Despite this, implementation of the subjects’ curriculum still remains below ... -
Strategies adopted by Commercial Banks in Kenya's competitive business environment
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The objective of this study was to investigate the strategies adopted by commercial banks in Kenya’s competitive business environment. The research adopted a descriptive research design. The population of interest was the ... -
The Influence of Competitive Advantage Strategies on Performance of International Fast Food Franchises in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The objective of the study was to determine the influence of competitive advantage strategies on performance of International fast food franchises in Nairobi Kenya. Specifically the study sought to establish the influence ... -
Factors influencing use of personal protective equipment (PPE’s) by motor vehicle repair workers in Kigandaini, Thika
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Workers across industries are exposed to a variety of hazards at the workplace. The use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is an important strategy for preventing exposure to hazards that could result in injuries and ... -
The Relationship Between E-marketing Strategies and Brand Performance of Large Bookstores in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study was conducted to establish the relationship between E-Marketing strategies and brand performance of large bookstores in Nairobi County. A descriptive census study was done on the 91 listed large bookstores in ... -
Institute of Diplomacy and International Studies Energy Resources and Conflict Management: a Case Study of the Eastern Africa Region
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This thesis argues that mismanagement of extraction of energy resources (oil and gas) is a source of conflict in African states. The issue that this thesis seeks to address is how the East Africa region can effectively ... -
The Effect of Interest Rate on the Uptake of Loans: The Case of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The objective of this study was to determine the effects of interest rate capping on the uptake of loans among commercial banks in Kenya. The study adopted descriptive research design. The population of the study was the ... -
Effects of Selected Firms Characteristics on Capital Structure Decisions of Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Capital structure choice remain amid crucial significant besides the vital choices intended by a corporate since they have a high consequence on the value and the cost of the company. Therefore this study main focus was ... -
Influence of Stakeholder Involvement on Strategic Planning Process of Money Remittance Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Strategic management, strategic planning and stakeholder‟s involvement are key areas that organization in the global demanding environment usually put a lot of resources and efforts in. The importance of recognizing and ... -
The Effect of Property Taxation on Economic Growth in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Public expenditure in all nations across the world is funded by money collected from taxes as the major source with other supplementary sources like government debt among others. All the land contained in a given geographical ... -
An Assessement of the Family Planning Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of in-school Teenage Mothers in Homabay Sub-county
(University of Nairobi, 2017)A sample of 82 in school teenage mothers of ages 13years to 19 years were randomly drawn from primary schools within the Sub-County. In the study, social, cultural, economic and demographic variables are examined. The ... -
Effect of Employee Perception of Grievances Handling Procedure on Employee Job Satisfaction at the Ministry of East African Community (Eac), Labour and Social Protection in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The study sought to investigate effect of employee perception of grievances handling procedure on employee job satisfaction at the Ministry of East African Community (EAC), Labour and Social Protection in Kenya. This study ... -
Influence of School Based Factors on Participation of Refugee Students in Public Secondary Schools in Kamukunji Sub-County, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The purpose of this study was to investigate the school based factors influencing participation of refugee students in public secondary schools in Kamukunji sub-county, Nairobi, Kenya. The research objectives which guided ... -
Marketing Strategies And Performance Of Mediamax Network Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Marketing approach is a fundamental issue for the whole production whether the firm is a miniature scale set up or a fighting fit reputable transnational conglomerate outfit, organizations are tasked and mandated to develop, ... -
The Effect of Micro Finance Services on the Growth of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kericho County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The purpose of the study was to evaluate the effect of micro finance services on the growth of SMEs. The study focused on the SMEs in Kericho county. A descriptive survey research design was applied to investigate four ... -
Quality Management and Operational Risk Management in Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The purpose of the study was to find out relationship between quality management principles and operational risk management in commercial banks in Kenya. Operational risk is one of the many risks faced by banks and if not ... -
Effect of financial literacy on personal financial management: the case of Mumias Sugar Company Employees
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The study sought to establish the effect of financial literacy on personal financial management using the case of Mumias Sugar Company. The specific objectives of the study were; to establish the effect of financial literacy ... -
The Effect of Internal Controls on the Financial Performance of Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Business entities generally belief that properly instituted systems of Internal Control improve the reporting process and give rise to reliable reports which enhances the accountability function of management of an ...
