Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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The Institutional Determinants of Ease of Doing Business in the Marine Fisheries Industry in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Even though Kenya has a sizable portion of the Indian Ocean and other bodies of water, the marine fishing industry in Kenya is still mostly untapped. If and when off-shore marine fishing is efficiently exploited, the marine ... -
Influence of Project Leadership on Implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning Systems Among Alcoholic Beverage Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Project implementation requires robust leadership as it is a critical phase that significantly influences overall project success. Whilst implementing an ERP system integrates core business functions building efficiency, ... -
Survival and Sustainability of Small and Medium Enterprises in Nairobi County Under Corona Virus Disease -19 Pandemic
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) have been known to play a crucial role in the global economy by creating new jobs and expanding existing businesses. The SMEs sector in developing economies plays an essential role ... -
Effect of Performance-based Rewards on Secondary School Performance in West Lands Sub County of Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Performance-based reward is one of the reward systems that organisations use to channel employee motivation. Performance-based rewards dictate organizational employees to perform diligently the assigned tasks, as per the ... -
Analysis of Kenya’s Legal and Institutional Framework on Environmental Management in Production of Fossil Fuels
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Fossil fuels have for millions of years been used as sources of energy. Fossil fuels like coal, oil are the most commonly used forms of energy. The main problem is that they can easily be depleted. Fossil fuels like coal ... -
Digitalization Initiatives and the Expansion of the Digital Space for Startups in Kenya - a Case of the Norad-funded Digital Launchpad Project
(University of Nairobi, 2023)As businesses and operations get more digitalized across sectors, industries and markets, enterprises are increasingly recognizing the need to use and expand their reach in the digital realm. Consequently, enterprises seek ... -
Effect of Strategic Leadership on Performance of Private Hospitals in Mombasa County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study sought to determine the effect of strategic leadership on performance of private hospitals, in Mombasa County. The study was anchored on the Upper Echelons Theory, transformational leadership theory and the ... -
Impact of Fintech Strategies on Financial Inclusion in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)FinTechs utilize advanced and cutting-edge technological methods to create and deliver financial products and services. Fintechs are firms that advance financial services and products by use of intensive information ... -
Supply Chain Risk Management Strategies and Resilience of Beverage Manufacturing Firms in Nairobi City County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Almost every manufacturing company relies on suppliers for the supply of various types of raw materials. However, reliance on suppliers exposes the manufacturing firms to diverse Supply Chain (SC) related risks. With a ... -
Challenges in Provision of Basic Urban Services in Residential Neighborhoods - a Case Study of Delalekutuk and Ildamat - Kajiado County
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Affordable housing projects heavily rely on essential urban services, which continue to pose a significant challenge in Kenya. The inadequate provision of crucial services like water, electricity, waste management, and ... -
Planning for the Economic Potential of Donyo Market Centre, Machakos County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Market centres play a crucial role in promoting the development of the areas they serve through social and economic activities that are carried out in the markets. These activities attract several land uses to the markets ... -
Assessing Land Use Suitability in Relation to Ecologically Sensitive Areas - a Case of Kisii Central Ward in Kisii County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Kisii County is presently witnessing a remarkable and somewhat concerning surge in its growth rate, resulting in a noticeable transformation of land utilization. According to the most recent data available in the Kenya ... -
Total Quality Management, Circular Manufacturing and Productivity of Manufacturing Firms in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Firms embrace different practices to try and improve productivity. However, the key issue is, do the firms embrace similar practices across the divide? More specifically, owing to the variance in productivity across ... -
The Influence of Food Stories on the Food Preference Among Kindergarten Children - a Case of Mvita Sub-county
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Due to the increasingly prevalent diets in modern society such as foods high in sugar, high in fat, and ultra-processed food, (junk food) posing threats to human health, biodiversity, and the climate, there is an urgent ... -
Effect of Strategic Patnership on Performance of Non-governmental Organizations in Nairobi Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study aimed to investigate the influence of strategic partnerships on the performance of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) operating in Nairobi, Kenya. The research employed a cross-sectional descriptive research ... -
The Effect of Financial Innovations on Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The increase in competition and changing business environment in banking sector is making banks to turn into financial innovation to improve their competitiveness. Financial innovation is proving to be the most suitable ... -
Impact of Tax Reforms on Performance of Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study examined the impact of tax reforms on the financial performance of firms listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). The study was anchored on theoretical foundations from investor sentiment theory, capital ... -
Stakeholder Management and Completion of Class B Road Construction Projects in Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study aimed to establish the relationship between stakeholder management and the completion of road construction projects in Kiambu County. The objectives of this study were to evaluate the relationship between stakeholder ... -
Role of Participatory Development Communication in Natural Resource Management - a Case of Naivasha Wetland Area
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Participatory development is key in ensuring that there is sustainable and efficient improvements from the physical aspect, especially where there is involvement of public facilities like sanitation and water amenities. ... -
The Influence of Risk Management on the Financial Performance of Tier 1 Commercial Banks in Kenya in Post Covid-19 Pandemic
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the global economy, including the banking sector. In the aftermath of the pandemic, the financial performance of commercial banks has become a critical concern, particularly ...
