Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Strategic Management Research In Kenya: A Study Of Master Of Business Administration Projects, School Of Business, University Of Nairobi
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Research in strategic management has changed over the years; research methodologies have been influenced by the dominant theoretical framework of the time. Early strategy scholars preferred the case method on planning ... -
Perceived Effect of Job Evaluation on Employee Job Satisfaction at Postal Corporation of Kenya in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)This study investigated the perceived effects of job evaluation on employee job satisfaction at Postal Corporation of Kenya in Nairobi County. The general objective of the study was to determine the perceived effect of job ... -
Influence of Compensation Practices on Performance of Employees in the Saving and Credit Institutions in Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Saving and Credit Cooperative societies (SACCOs) are adopting human resources practices such as compensation that are more attractive to employees of microfinance institutions. The business of credit institutions is ... -
Relationship Between Profitability of Technical Trading Rules and Central Bank Intervention on Foreign Exchange Market in Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)This study examined the relationship between Profitability of TTRsand CB intervention on Foreign Exchange Market in Kenya. The study duration was from July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2016. The study employed SMA rules factoring ... -
Effect of fluctuation in foreign currency exchange rates on financial performance of five star hotels in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2016)For the organizations to remain competitive and thrive, they are necessitated to evaluate their external factors, which include foreign exchange market variability. Fluctuations in the exchange rates may impact on the ... -
Strategy Implementation Challenges Associated With Islamic Banking In Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Strategy implementation is the action aspect of the strategic management process through which strategy is translated into action. The objective of the study was to assess the challenges of strategy implementation facing ... -
Matumizi Ya Tashbiha, Sitiari Na Taashira Katika Damu Nyeusi Na Hadithi Nyingine
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Katika tasnifu hii tumeonyesha matumizi ya tashbiha, sitiari na tashbiha katika diwani ya Damu Nyeusi na Hadithi Nyingine ambayo ni mojawapo ya hadithi fupi za Kiswahili iliyo na hadithi kumi na tatu zilizoandikwa na ... -
Perceived Effect of Human Resource Management Practices on Employee Performance at Jeff Hamilton Kenya Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The objective of the study was to determine the perceived effect of human resource management practices on employee performance at Jeff Hamilton Kenya Limited. The study was supported by two theories: Resource Based View ... -
Factors Influencing Early Marriages Among Sabaot Community in Kenya: a Case of Mt. Elgon Sub-county
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of the study was to investigate factors influencing Early Marriages among Sabaot Community in Mt. Elgon Sub-County, Kenya. The objectives of the study were: To establish the extent to which Cultural practices ... -
Managing the people dimension of change at the Nairobi securities exchange, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)environment. The study objectives were to establish how the people dimension of change has been managed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange, to establish challenges faced in managing people dimension of change at the ... -
Influence of Quality of Early Childhood Education on Primary School Readiness in Preschool Pupils in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-08)This study sought to explore the influence of quality of early childhood education on primary school readiness in preschool pupils in Nairobi. A correlational research design was used. A combination of purposive, stratified ... -
Operations Performance Objectives and Customer Retention of Motor Vehicle Dealers in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The built up Kenya engine vehicle merchants confront extreme rivalry from imported second-hand vehicles chiefly from Japan and United Arab Emirates. These imports now represent around 70% of the market. The most recent ... -
Influence of Organizational Culture on Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)For a long time organizational culture has been considered important to organizations. However, research on organizational culture has been relatively narrow in scope and frequently failed to link organizational culture ... -
Evaluation of the efficacy of Coolbot™ cold storage technology to preserve quality and extend shelf life of mango fruits
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Poor cold chain management is one of the main causes of postharvest losses (>50%) reported in most vegetable and fruit value chains. Therefore maintenance of low temperature for horticultural commodities is critical in ... -
Influence of educational activities sponsored by non-governmental organizations on academic performance in public primary schools in Yala division,Siaya county,Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)In recent years, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have adopted active roles in social, cultural, economic and political areas as well as in the field of education due to the Government’s inability to provide sufficient ... -
Strategy Implementation and Performance of Apa Insurance Limited Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Constant changes taking place in the business environment have made it necessary for organizations to embrace strategic planning process in order improve organization performance and also meet stakeholders expectations. ... -
Effect of Maternal and Environmental Factors on Infant Mortality in Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Infant mortality is a key indicator for any country’s socio-economic and health status since it represents the current health condition of a people. The study set out to establish how maternal and environmental factors ... -
Food Insecurity in Protracted Crisis: Case Study of Madogo Ward, Tana North Sub County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)The study focuses on factors that sustain food insecurity in protracted crisis with a specific focus on Madogo ward, Tana North Sub County. To address food insecurity there is need to understand factors that make households ... -
A comparative study of diagnostic assays and risk factors associated with human brucellosis transmission in Baringo county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Brucellosis is a zoonotic disease of public health and economic significance in many developing countries. Clinical diagnosis of human brucellosis is a challenge because of its non specific clinical symptoms. Laboratory ... -
Strategies Adopted By Royal Media Services Ltd In Kenya To Develop Competitive Advantage
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The perpetually changing environment has given rise to issues like digitization which has prompted increased rivalry. Competition if not managed can cause loss of business and termination of operations by a firm. It is ...
