Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Strategies Adopted by First Assurance Limited Company to Gain Competitive Advantage
(University of Nairobi, 2016)During the past decade, the insurance sector has undergone a series of changes through legal and financial reforms, advancement of communications and information technologies, globalizations, economic development and social ... -
The Effect of Selected Macroeconomic Variables on the Financial Performance of Tea Sector in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)Tea sector revenues to growers are affected by unprecedented fluctuations of average tea prices in the market. Determination of these prices by a set of selected macroeconomic variables the subject of this investigation ... -
Information System Service Design and Competitive Advantage Among Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Amid the 1980s, the relationship between information technology (IT) and efficiency turned into a wellspring of level headed discussion, the shocking changes in PC's basic capacities demonstrated practically difficult to ... -
The Effect of Ownership Structure on Financial Perfomance of Sugar Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The effect of ownership structure on firm performance can be evaluated in two dimensions: ownership concentration and owner identities. Ownership concentration provides quantifiable information about the rights of the ... -
An Analysis of Kenya’s Foreign Policy Towards Uganda Between 1963 and 2014
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)This study analyzed Kenya‘s foreign policy towards Uganda, 1963-2014, with specific focus on commercial and economic foreign policies. It contends that until 2014 Uganda remained Kenya‘s leading trade partner, thereby ... -
Effects of Farm Technologies on Sweet Potato Production in Manyatta Sub County, Embu County
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)This study is an investigation of Sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas (L.) Lam.) production technologies among smallholder farmers in Manyatta Sub County of Embu. The main problem behind this study is the growing importance of ... -
Factors Affecting the Growth of Youth Micro Enterprises in Kikuyu, Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this study was to determine factors affecting the growth of youth microenterprises in Kikuyu constituency. The study adopted descriptive survey design. The data was collected through a self-administered ... -
The Role Of University Sports In The Promotion Of Regional Peace And Integration In East Africa
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)Sport in peace building has arisen over recent years as peace building organizations look to new and innovative methods for introducing their programs. It includes diverse stakeholders, with grassroots insight from ... -
Determinants of Initial Public Offerings Timing in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)One of the most critical events in a company is when it issues its shares to the public followed by subsequent listing on a securities exchange market. The timing of when to issue this shares is of great importance to the ... -
Factors Affecting the Growth of Youth Micro Enterprises in Kikuyu, Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this study was to determine factors affecting the growth of youth microenterprises in Kikuyu constituency. The study adopted descriptive survey design. The data was collected through a self-administered ... -
Effects Of Social Protection Programmes On Social Networks Among The Elderly Persons In Rural Areas Githunguri Sub- County
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The study sought to establish the effects of social protection programmes on social network among the elderly persons in rural areas in Githunguri Sub- County. The study sought to realize three objectives which included: ... -
Information Communication Technologies Adoption in Irrigated Rice Production: Case Study of Mwea Irrigation Scheme
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)The general aim of the research was to assess Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) adoption in irrigated rice production in Mwea Irrigation Scheme. The study was guided by three specific objectives: to identify ... -
Customer Relationship Management And Market Performance Of Nation Media Group
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The modern business world is highly competitive. Managers of successful companies are aware of this fact. They also recognise that customers are at the heart of any business – and should be treated like kings and queens. ... -
Consumer Perceptions Towards Short Message Service Advertising Among Kenyan University Students
(University of Nairobi, 2016)This study aims to explore and conceptualize the factors influencing consumer perceptions towards SMS advertising campaigns and to cognize the usage and insight of Kenyan University students in regard to SMS advertising. ... -
Relationship Between Internal Controls And Performance Of County Government In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-10)The target of the research aimed at establishing the impact of internal control practices on performance in County governments in Kenya .The study was a descriptive study and utilized primary data. The target population ... -
Uptake Of Open Access Initiatives And Incentives In Middle Level College Libraries In Kenya: Case Of The Kenya Institute Of Management Library Network
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Libraries in developing countries are struggling to provide information in the most efficient and effective methods of providing to their clients. This has been necessitated by the rising cost of print information resources ... -
Business Incubation Services Offered to Startup Businesses in Kenya. A Case Study of Ihub Program
(University of Nairobi, 2016)Business incubation programs came about in order to boost and the successful development of entrepreneurial business. This was to be done through business support with the use of necessary resources. The iHub majorly deals ... -
Establishing The Impact Of Kenya Citizenship And Immigration Act, 2011 On Reduction Of Immigration Offenders In Kenya: A Case Of Department Of Immigration, Government Of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2016-11)The problem of immigration offenders is of great concern to the whole world Kenya included. Countries all over the world are struggling with the problems of illegal immigration, undocumented people, asylum seekers, huge ... -
Effect Of Ethnicity, Religion And Social Structures On Entreprenual Culture Amongst Smes In Nairobi
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Factors Influencing Adoption of Alternative Banking Channels by Commercial Banks Listed in Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2016)The purpose of this study was to investigate on factors that influence the adoption of alternative banking channels by commercial banks listed in Nairobi Securities Exchange. The study had four main objectives which were: ...
