Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Exploitation of Natural Resources and International Environmental Policies: the Case of Arabuko Sokoke Forest Kilifi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Abundance of natural resources for any country is considered a blessing. This is because natural resources are economic drivers. However exploitation of these resources come with their challenges. More often than not, ... -
The Effects of Funding Diversification on Financial Sustainability of Non-governmental Organizations in Nairobi County
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)xi ABSTRACT The Non-Governmental Organization sector has been active in delivering important services both economically and socially in Kenya. This study focused on “determining the effect of funding diversification on ... -
Factors influencing the implementation of E-Government projects: a case of digital villages in Dagoreti South sub-county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)In the 21st century, most organizations including governments have come to appreciate the significance of embracing ICT in all operations. This technology advancement has encouraged governmental organizations and affiliations ... -
Effect of Global Sourcing Practices on Operational Performance of Textiles and Apparels Manufacturing Firms in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Global sourcing is regarded by many companies as an important measure to enhance competitive advantages particularly in today’s globalized economy. The objectives of the study are to determine the global sourcing practices ... -
Challenges of Implementing Consortium Strategy in Development Projects at Viagro Forestry, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)Consortium strategy implementation defines the manner by which organizations develop, utilize and amalgamate organizational structures, culture, operational systems to support competitiveness in delivery of service in a ... -
The Influence of Media Framing on Policy Issues Salience: the Case of Security Laws Amendment Act, 2014
(University of Nairobi, 2012)The study examines the role of media framing in the enhancement of the Security Laws Amendment Act 2014.The question that the study asks and answers is hoe media framing of insecurity influenced the salience of insecurity ... -
Value Addition of Traditional Vegetables: an Impact Assessment on Women Farmers in Lugari, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The study sought to assess the impact of value addition on traditional vegetables grown by women farmers in Lugari, western Kenya. The objectives were to explore whether value addition has had an impact on women’s ability ... -
A survey of determinants of data quality in accounting information system in tourism industry in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Organizations within the Tourism industry in Kenya have executed or have adopted an accounting system that implementation is in progress in order to provide valuable information to the stakeholders including the policy ... -
An Analysis Of The Usage Of A Digital Repository In An Academic Institution
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The problem The ever evolving Internet platform and technological advancements in the area of information management offers innovative ways to information managers to use in the acquisition, storage, management and ... -
Effect of variable high fat diets on heart rate variability and selected modifiable cardiovascular risk factors.
(University of Nairobi, 2013)Background: Cardiovascular diseases are on the rise particularly in developing countries and multiple factors are responsible this alarming trend. Non-ideal dietary fats adversely affect the traditional cardiovascular risk ... -
Challenges of development in africa: a case study of the role of foreign assistance in kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Foreign assistance is among the policy tools in International Politics and Diplomacy that developed countries use to help African countries to address their challenges in sustainable development, amidst the reality that ... -
Influence of project management practices on delivery of reproductive health services by rh-oba project in Kiambu county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The study investigated the influence of management practices on delivery of reproductive health services by RH-OBA project in Kiambu County, Kenya. Agency theory was used to guide the study. The study used descriptive ... -
Determinants of Lactating Mothers’ Nutritional Status in Kenya
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A lexical study on the functions of hyperboles in secular Kikamba songs
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)This project focuses on the functions of hyperboles in secular Kikamba songs. The study seeks to clarify how Kikamba singers use hyperboles in their songs to address certain issues in the society. Effective understanding ... -
The Influence of Relationship Marketing on Sales Performance in the Telecommunication Industry in Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The general objective of the study is to establish the influence of relationship marketing on sales performance in the telecommunication industry in Kenya. The specifically the study sought to determine the influence of ... -
A mobile order management system for small businesses
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)The development and adoption rate of mobile technologies is rapidly increasing on a global scale. Mobile based e-business solutions are also emerging as applications that small businesses could adopt to boost their business ... -
Value Chain Analysis of the Coconut Sub-sector in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The coconut plant also known as coccus nucifera in botanical terms is predominantly grown in coastal belt areas of Kenya especially in Kilifi,Kwale, Mombasa, Lamu, Tana river and Taita Taveta County. The plant is also ... -
Effects of parental financial status on preschool children’s attendance in Mukuru Kayaba slums Makadara subcounty, Nairobi county
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Pre-school education plays a key role in holistic development that leads to better foundation in child development. Despite the importance of investing in early childhood development, the level of education is grossly ... -
Influence of Adopted Strategies on the Value Chain Performance of Vivo Energy Kenya Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This study sought to determine the influence of adopted strategies on the value chain performance of Vivo Energy Kenya Limited in developing competitive advantage. To achieve the objective of this study, the researcher ...
