Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Assessment of Isocitrate Dehydrogenase Markers, Clinical Presentation and Imaging Characteristics in Patients Under Management of Glial Neoplasms at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Tumors of the central nervous system are caused by mutations in genes that regulate cell growth. Improved molecular techniques have enabled scientist to investigate this mutation in detail and even correlate them with ... -
Effect of Foreign Exchange Fluctuation on Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Participation in foreign currencies has not only been effective but has brought various financial risks to the commercial banks including continued fluctuation of forex. Over the years, Kenyan currency has continued to ... -
An Analysis Of Men And Women’s Participation In The Potato Value Chain
(University Of Nairobi, 2019)This study analyzed men’s and women’s participation along the potato value chain in Kinangop Sub County, Nyandarua County, Kenya. Gender issues along the value chain were assessed. The study sought to analyze roles and ... -
Civilian Oversight of Police in Africa. The Kenyan and South African Experiences
(University of Nairobi, 2019)In recent years, the significance of police oversight and discussions about police misconduct have become major socio-political topics. Security and policing impact the lives of citizens on a daily basis. The police oversight ... -
Outcomes of Corneal Collagen Cross-linking in Keratoconus
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Study title: Outcomes of corneal collagen crosslinking in keratoconus at Eagle Eye Laser Centre Study objective: To determine the outcomes of cross-linking in keratoconus patients at Eagle Eye Laser Centre, Nairobi from ... -
Influence of Corporate Governance on the Performance of Container Freight Stations in Mombasa County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Corporate governance has logically turned out to be critical for enterprises in developing and developed nations around the globe. Compelling corporate governance has been distinguished to be basic to fiscal exchanges ... -
The Role of Maternal Fetal Movement Assessment on Antepartum Fetal Testing and Perinatal Outcomes Among Selected High-risk Pregnancies at the Kenyatta National Hospital, 2014-2018 (a Five-year Retrospective Cohort Study)
(University of Nairobi, 2019)A high-risk pregnancy is that in which the life of the gravid woman or her fetus is threatened. Factorsassociated with high-risk pregnancy include; pre-existing medical conditions, pregnancy-related complications and ... -
Effect of Corporate Governance on the Quality of Financial Reporting of Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2019)This research intended to outlay the effect of corporate governance on quality of financial reporting of listed firms at the Nairobi Securities Exchange. Corporate governance indicators used were board size, board meetings, ... -
Operations Strategies and Performance of National Transport and Safety Authority Motor Vehicle Inspection Centers, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The objective of study was to investigate the effects of operation strategies on the performance of NTSA, Motor vehicle inspection centers in Kenya. The study adopted cross-sectional descriptive survey design. The target ... -
Prevalence of Preterm Birth and Associated Risk Factors in Kakamega County General Teaching and Referral Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Introduction: Preterm birth is a global problem and its prevalence has been on the increase worldwide. The Global Action Report for the year 2012 reported prematurity and its complications as the leading cause of mortality ... -
Innovation Strategies and Competitive Advantage at Cytonn Real Estate Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Innovation strategies are significant components of a firm’s competitive approach and strategy. For companies, one way to gain competitive advantage is to develop an innovative strategy that is consistent with business ... -
Ethics and Fraud in Procurement Among Private and Public Organizations in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)This research project is a comparison between the unregulated and regulated procurement environment in order to establish the prevalence of ethics and fraud in procurement among private and public organizations in Kenya. ... -
Effects of Selected Factors on Strategic Decision Making in Private Security Firms in Kenya
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Effect of Government Borrowing on Private Investment in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Kenya has experienced a consistent increase in borrowing by the government to finance an ever increasing budget. However, the focus of government borrowing in Kenya has shifted from external to domestic markets including ... -
Effects of Disruptive Innovations on Competitive Advantage of Youth Owned Small and Medium Enterprises in Nairobi City County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The fluidity of innovation and recent IT growth affected small and medium-sized enterprises. In many companies, disruptive innovation continues to be the subject of either exposing huge opportunities in disturbing ... -
Effects of Corruption Awareness, Government Policies and Financial Literacy on Performance of Counties in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)County Governments have been facing a lot of challenges and accusation on loss of funds. Low awareness by communities and fund managers of their roles and responsibilities in the management of the funds has contributed ... -
Effect of Trading Activity on Stock Return Volatility for Stocks Listed at the Nairobi Stock Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The objective of the study was to examine the effect of trading activity on stock return volatility for stocks listed at the Nairobi Stock Exchange. The specific objectives were to determine the effects of trading volume ... -
Effect of Liquidity Management on the Financial Performance of Insurance Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2019)Since profitability is significantly affected by liquidity management, companies have opted for complex and rigorous programs to cope with their affairs. The core purpose of this research study was to establish the influence ... -
Information and Communication Technology Application and Criminal Investigations at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations in Marsabit County
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The focus of this study was the application of information and communication technology and criminal investigations at the directorate of criminal investigations in Marsabit County. The study objectives were: to establish ... -
Influence of Corporate Sustainability on Share Prices of Listed Companies in the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2019)The intense corporate competition coupled with increased investor awareness and focus on ethical and environmental good has permeated the financial and capital markets in the last three decades. Corporate sustainability ...
