Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Cloud Based Erps and Organizational Performance of Smes in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)This study sought to show the improvement of organizational performance through the adoption of cloud-based ERPs in the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nairobi, Kenya. The objectives were to establish the extent of ... -
Home Based Factors Influencing Pupils Perfomance in Kenya Certificate of Primary Education in Primary Schools in Kitui County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of the study was to investigate home based factors influencing pupils’ performance in Kenya certificate of primary education in public primary schools in Miambani zone, Kitui Central sub-county, Kitui County, ... -
Devolution and Its Effect on the Community: a Cross Sectional Study of Githunguri Constituency in Kiambu County
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The Constitution of Kenya 2010 set a pace for the process of devolution. In Kenya devolution involves transfer of finances and power to County governments with an aim of bringing services and development close to its ... -
The Role Of International Network Management As A Source Of Competitiveness Among SMES Within The Nairobi Central Business District
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)As companies expand their operations beyond the boundaries of the country, it becomes challenging to enter into a foreign market and there is therefore need to adopt appropriate strategies to successfully venture to the ... -
A Linguistic Analysis of the Metaphorical Euphemisms Used in Dholuo Hiv/aids Discourse
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This research study attempts a linguistic analysis of the metaphorical euphemisms used in Dholuo HIV/AIDS discourse, using the Conceptual Metaphor theory, which analyzes metaphors in terms of target and source domains. ... -
Influence Of Headteachers’ Instructional Supervision Practices On Teachers’ Job Performance In Public Primary Schools In Lang’Ata Sub County, Nairobi Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of the headteacher‘s instructional supervision practices on teachers‘ job performance in public primary schools in Lang‘ata Sub County in Nairobi County. Specifically ... -
Improving Private Public Partnership Uptake in Africa: Case Study General Electric Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Public Private partnerships have progressively transformed in the last decade from joint agreements between public and public sector to formal partnerships which are guided by clear policies and legislations to manage the ... -
Factors Influencing Health Workers’ Job Satisfaction in Public Hospitals: a Case of Kiambu Level Four Hospital in Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Employees Job Satisfaction continues to be one of the key factors that determine the survival of the health sector in developing countries. Job satisfaction has been discussed widely and still continues to draw more ... -
Key Innovation Drivers in the Adoption of E-banking Practices in Kenya: a Case Study of Nic Bank Kenya Ltd
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Today the pace of innovation change in the banking industry is fast and unrelenting. The effect on the day to day operations of banks and customer interactions with the institutions is fundamental and industry changing. ... -
Influence Of Monitoring And Evaluation Tools On Projects Performance Of Building And Construction Projects In Kenyan Public Universities: A Case Of The University Of Nairobi
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Monitoring and evaluation (M&E) techniques helps address the issue of measuring performance and achievement of projects. M&E has become imperative in all university programs and projects. No university pursuing development ... -
The Influence of Knowledge Management Practices on Performance of Selected Global Audit Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The business environment within which firms operate has been very unstable. The political anxieties, competition from new entrants. Adoption of urgent measures has helped control these challenges as this industry is of ... -
Adhesive Post Operative Small Bowel Obstruction in Adult Patients as Seen at the Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Adhesions are the leading cause of small intestinal obstruction worldwide. The commonest risk factor to the formation of adhesions has been shown to be previous abdominal surgery. The degree of peritoneal ... -
Environmental and health problems associated with artisanal mining in kenya: a case study of macalder mines in Migori.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)In order to understand the risk of heavy metal contamination in soil and water and their association with health problems among communities practicing artisanal gold mining, a cross-sectional study was carried out in the ... -
The Influence Of Projects In Empowering Grandmothers To Cope With The Effects Of Hiv/aids; The Case Of Grannie Project In Kiambu County, Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Grannies projects have for a long time existed in developed and developing countries since the discovery of deadly diseases and have been the only ways in which most of the services and care was channeled to the affected ... -
Understanding the Drivers of Efficiency and Inefficiency in the Public Healthcare Sector; a Qualitative Investigation
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Introduction The Government of Kenya developed Vision 2030, a long-term development plan which aims to have a country that is prosperous, globally competitive and has a high quality of life of its citizens by the year ... -
The Effect of Microfinance Institutions Services on the Financial Performance of the Small and Micro Enterprises in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The Kenyan SME sector has seen a paradigm shift in the last couple of years with intensified competition and entry of new well established players. However, financing small businesses in Kenya still remains one of the ... -
E-procurement and Performance of Government Ministries in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The Kenya government through the National treasury launched electronic procurement (e-procurement) in government ministries with the aim of achieving transparency and accountability in the use of public funds. However ... -
The Effect Of Asset Quality On Profitability Of Commercial Banks In Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Asset quality is an aspect of bank management that involves examination of the assets of a bank so as to so establish the level and size of credit risk associate with its operation. This study aimed at determining the ... -
Inventory Management Practices and Service Delivery of Health Humanitarian Organizations in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Inventory management is a prerequisite for globally competitive organizations. The study aimed at investigating the inventory management practices and service delivery of health humanitarian organizations in Kenya. The ... -
Analysis of Spatial and Temporal Land Cover Change and Associated Drivers in Eastern Mau Forest
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Land cover changes in any ecosystem vary in space and time in terms of effects on ecosystem services. The spatial-temporal analysis of land cover changes in Eastern Mau Forest of Kenya was carried out to address the problems ...
