Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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A Critique On The Use Of Force As A Legal Response To Terrorism
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The pertinent question in this study is to what responses to terrorism taken by different states are in conformity with international law? It outlines these responses and the effectiveness of each but pays special attention ... -
Relationship between strategic change and the organizational performance of shipping firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The ensuing relationship between organizational performance and strategic change was the study objective.38 registered shipping companies in Kenya formed the population of the study. A cross sectional survey research ... -
Assessing the Use of Social Media in Internal Communication in Higher Education Agencies: the Case of Commission for University Education and Higher Education Loans Board
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This study sought to explore the use of social media in higher education agencies, focusing on the Commission for University Education (CUE) and Higher Education Loans Board (HELB). The study made use of a case study ... -
Small firm effect on stock market returns at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The study sought to investigate the existence of small firm effect at the Nairobi Securities Exchange. The secondary data for analysis was gathered from the firms listed at the NSE. The listed stocks were divided into 4 ... -
Dental caries, gingivitis and oral hygiene status among 3-18-year-old children with type 1 diabetes mellitus attending Kenyatta National Hospital.
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Background: Diabetes mellitus (DM), once considered a disease of the West and the affluent, is now rising at an alarming rate in all populations irrespective of the age. The reduced salivary secretions in children diagnosed ... -
Factors Influencing the Role of Women in Devolved Funded Projects: a Case of Nairobi Sub-county, Nakuru County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Women constitute a very important part and parcel of the population of any particular country. Therefore their contribution towards various development projects in terms of identification, initiation and propagation of ... -
Ecology, Livelihoods and Rift Valley Fever Disease in Ijara Division, Garissa County, North Eastern Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Although scholars have advocated for a multi-disciplinary approach to the study of human and animal health, available evidence suggests that such studies are still limited. This thesis attempts to bridge this gap by focusing ... -
Effectiveness of Competitive Strategies Adopted by Islamic Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Competitive advantage exists when the firm is able to deliver the exact benefits as the competitors but at lower cost. The study area will add to a pool of knowledge the area under research on competitive strategies adopted ... -
E-procurement and Sustainability of State Corporations in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The primary objective was to determine the e-procurement practices employed by state corporations in Kenya. The objectives of the were to determine how electronic procurement is related to sustainable procurement in ... -
School-Based Factors Influencing Pupils’ Performance In English At Kenya Certificate Of Primary Education In Public Primary Schools In Gilgil Sub-County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this study was to investigate school-based factors influencing pupils‟ performance in English at KCPE in public primary schools in Gilgil sub-county. The objectives of the study were to determine the extent ... -
Factors Influencing Performance Of Women Group Enterprises In Londiani Sub-County, Kericho County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Women economic empowerment continues to be of major concern all over the world. This is because women and girls constitute 52 per cent of the world’s population. The role of women in the world economy has been growing ... -
Strategies Used by Dawa Limited to Compete in the Kenyan Pharmaceutical Industry
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The topic entails various strategies aligned by Dawa pharmaceuticals limited in order to be competitive in the pharmaceutical industry. The strategies are linked together as they must go hand in hand in order to meet the ... -
Capacity Management Practices and Customer Satisfaction Among the Shopping Malls in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This study sought to determine the capacity management practices commonly used by shopping malls in Nairobi, Kenya, and the relationship between capacity management practices and customer satisfaction in the shopping malls. ... -
Supplier Relationship Management Strategies and Procurement Performance of Sports Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Supplier relationship management is gaining momentum globally due to immense competition in the corporate world as well as the sports industry. Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) is the development and maintenance of ... -
An Assesment of Internal Factors Affecting Public Relations Performance in the Kenya Prison Service: a Case of Prisons in Nairobi Region
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This study sought to assess the internal factors affecting the performance of public relations in the Kenya Prison Service. The specific study objectives were; to assess the public relations policy on the performance of ... -
Influence Of Stakeholders Involvement On Performance Of Parents Association Projects In Public Secondary Schools: A Case Of Lugari Sub-County, Kakamega County, Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of stakeholder involvement on performance of Parents Association projects in public secondary schools in Lugari sub-county. Stakeholder involvement is an important ... -
Perception Of Employees On Corporate Governance And Performance Of Kenya Airways Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Recent global events involving the collapse of major world corporations continue to reverberate the significance of good corporate governance as a catch phrase essential for guaranteeing the viability and financial health ... -
Factors Influencing Performance of Family Planning Projects Funded by Usaid: a Case of Aphia Plus Kamili in Kirinyaga County Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This research sought to examine factors influencing performance of family planning projects funded by USAID and to establish an understanding and knowledge on the factors that enhance family planning project performance. ... -
The Relationship Between International Financial Reporting Standards and Quality of Financial Reporting of Listed Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Investors rely on information supplied through annual financial reports for their investments and other decision-making needs. Quality financial reports create efficiency in the allocation of resources in the capital market. ... -
Socio-economic Impact of Fire Disasters in Nairobi County: a Case Study of the Fire Accident in Sinai Slum, Viwandani Ward, Makadara Constituency in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)The study sought to examine the social and economic impact of fire disaster to residents of Sinai slum who were affected by 2011 inferno. The study will add knowledge on understanding how various risk factors contribute ...
