Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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An Assessment of the Implementation of Free Movement of Persons in East Africa Community- a Case of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Economic integration has been considered a harmonious development strategy between sovereign nations. Economists maintain that “integration of economics of foreign states has been one of the leading aspirations of ... -
Legal and Policy Framework Necessary to Boost Retirement Benefits Coverage in Kenya - a Regulatory Perspective
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Assessment of the Concentrations and Distribution of Selected Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers in Nairobi River Drainage Basin and Their Photocatalytic Degradation Pathways
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Polybrominated diphenyl ethers are linked to adverse health effects that include thyroid hormone disruption, neuro-developmental deficit, abnormal pregnancy, and potential carcinogens. This study was aimed at assessing the ... -
Factors Affecting the Performance of Prevention of Violent Extremism PVE Programs in Africa- Case of Lamu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)This research paper focused on the factors affecting performance of prevention of violent extremism programs in the post 9-11 era with a specific focus of Lamu County in Kenya. The first objective of the study was to examine ... -
Sales Management Practices and Performance of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The sales environment continues to change owing to various behavioural, technological and managerial forces. These changes are changing the way sales people connect with prospects, differentiate themselves from the ... -
Effects of Interest Rate on Bank Sector Asset Quality in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)In the Kenya vision 2030, financial services were designated as one of the six key priority sectors within the plan framework. The plan framework was introduced in 2008 to be implemented through a series of medium-term ... -
Truck Parking Requirements: the Case of Athi River Weighbridge Located Along Mombasa Nairobi Highway
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Truck parking facilities are an important element in Kenya’s transportation system, the shortage of which can lead to high economic costs and national safety concerns. This study seeks to determine operational, design and ... -
The Effect of Credit Management on the Financial Performance of Regulated Saccos Within Kiambu County
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Communication, Pharmacy Personnel Knowledge, Consumer Preference and Generics Uptake in Retail Pharmacies in Njiru Sub-county, Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Adoption rate of generics remains low in Kenya (30%) despite well-demonstrated cost-saving benefits, amid pervasive perceptions of low quality, thus impeding access to affordable medication. The moderation effect of pharmacy ... -
Effect of Selected Macro-economic Variables on Financial Performance of the Banking Industry in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The Kenyan banking industry has experienced a difficult macroeconomic climate, which included interest rate caps in August 2016. Other macroeconomic issues that have impacted the industry include exchange rate volatility, ... -
Effect of Working Capital Management on Earnings Management Among Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021-09)The connection between working capital management and earnings management has long been a source of debate in academic circles, and it continues to be so. Previous empirical research on the topic has produced a wide range ... -
Pricing Strategies at Bamburi Cement Company Limited, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021-10)The cement industry in Kenya has grown significantly. At the end of 2014, there were six cement companies in the country. There were, and there are still potential entrants into the field. The consumption of cement has ... -
Determinants of Modern Contraceptive Use Among Rural Women in Kenya
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Relationship Between Financial Literacy and Retirement Planning in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The aim of the study was to establish the influence of financial literacy as well as retirement planning in Nairobi, Kenya. The study adopted descriptive research design. The population of the study were all the SMEs in ... -
Stock Market Performance and Economic Growth in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Stock market is seen as an avenue where efficient distribution of capital resources takes place and that through this market, borrower’ obtain funds which they utilize to finance various long term projects, while savers ... -
Effects of Credit Risk Management Strategies on Performance Of Deposit Taking Saccos in Kiambu County
(University of Nairobi, 2021)SACCOs have contributed largely in achieving Vision 2030. This is by way of extending loans and also providing direct or indirect employment to the society. However, in Kenya, SACCOs are facing an impending crash. This ... -
Assessing the Potential of Social Media in Curbing Substance Abuse Among University Students in Kenya- a Case of the University of Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Substance misuse has long been a concern for university and college students around the world in terms of academics, health, and growth. Despite multiple efforts by various parties to curb the threat, the situation in ... -
Effect of Capital Intensity on Financial Performance of Manufacturing and Allied Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The most crucial part of financial management is capital structure decisions. As a result, financial managers must always ensure that the cost of capital is as low as possible in order to maximize shareholder wealth. ... -
Use of Block chain Technology in Vaccine Distribution to Enhance Vaccine Safety in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)Recent history has seen COVID-19 emerge as one of the deadliest communicable diseases. Following its high levels of severity, inaction, and spread, the World Health Organization, WHO, declared the disease a global pandemic ... -
Effects of Capitation on Service Quality in Hospitals Accredited by Nhif in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2021)The project sought to establish the effect of capitation payment on health care service delivery in hospitals accredited by the NHIF in the county government of Nairobi, Kenya. Specifically, this project sought to establish ...
