Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, Law, Business Mgt (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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Effect of mergers and acquisitions on financial performance of commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013)In the conduct of this research, it was found that mergers and acquisitions are more prevalent in the western world hence a local aspect research into this would be welcome. Mergers and acquisitions have been pointed out ... -
International entry strategies used by Huawei to enter the Telecommunications industry in Kenya
(University of Nairobi,School of business,, 2013-10)The purpose of the study was to determine the International entry strategies used by Huawei to enter the telecommunication industry in Kenya. The research design used in the study was case study. The researcher used ... -
An investigation of the effects taxation on foreign direct investment in Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-11)In recent years, the globalization process has led to the emergence of new issues. Not only have companies tended to become more mobile, but also governments have to deal with this new dimension in the design of their ... -
Enhancing South Sudan’s vision through regional cooperation and Integration: An analysis of South Sudan’s vision 2040
(University of Nairobi,Institute Of Diplomacy And International Studies,, 2013-09)This study examines the possibility of enhancing South Sudan’s Vision through regional cooperation and integration, the study analyses South Sudan’s Vision 2040 and the way South Sudan can benefit from cooperation and ... -
The effect of financial leverage and revenue growth on dividend policy of firms listed at Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-11)Dividend is paid out of profits thus it is used as a yard stick to show future prospects of a firm, attract investors and to monitor underinvestment by managers. The objective of the study was to establish the effect of ... -
External environmental factors influencing China-kenya trade: A case study of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade and Chinese Embassy in Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-11)International trade has revolutionized over time with a number of environmental factors forcing the changes in ways tradeis conducted. Most of these factors stem down from the effect of globalization. The study aimed at ... -
Corporate governance practices at National Industrial Credit Bank in Kenya
(University of Nairobi,School of business,, 2013-11)Corporate governance systems are in a constant phase of adaptation due to changes in governance. After the extreme corporate failures of Enron and MCI WorldCom in 2001, corporate governance became an important issue ... -
Counter-terrorism policies in the Horn of Africa: A critical review of methodologies, techniques and impact, 2005 - 2012
(University of NairobiInstitute of Diplomacy and International Studies, 2013-09)Counter-terrorism policies in the Horn of Africa are U.S. driven with the aim of achieving American objectives in the region. Africa is the new focus of the world powers due to resource competition, home to failed and ... -
Influence of perceived positive lifestyle on organizational commitment among employees of Kenya Broadcasting Corporation, Nairobi, Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013)Lifestyle is about all habits, attitudes and ways of life developed by an individual that could either promote (when positive) or deteriorate (when negative) health over time. It involves norms, values and interests that ... -
Business continuity management as a strategic consideration for Miale Education Centre in Kenya
(University of Nairobi,School of business,, 2013-11)In the wake of threats of terrorism, political unrest, climate change among other phenomenon, which possess threat to the businesses, besides internal factors like staff turnover, loss of critical business data (information ... -
A Study on manifestation of Stereotypes in Kiembu Metaphors – A lexical pragmatics approach
(University of NairobiDepartment Of Linguistics And Languages, 2013-10)Language constitutes the most unique feature of culture. It provides the best evidence for the reality of cultures as ways of living, speaking and thinking which are particularly shared in a particular society. The ... -
Human dimension of change management in Universities in Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-01)Change management is about managing people in a changing environment so that business changes are successful and the desired business results are realized. Changes in organizations are more and more common. They appear at ... -
Management of strategic change at Family Bank Limited, Kenya
(University of Nairobi.School of business,, 2013-11)This study sought to determine how strategic change is managed at family bank limited. It also focused on various methods adopted to manage strategic change in Family Bank as an organization of analysis. The study established ... -
Firm strategy and key success factors in the Tourism industry in Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-09)The purpose of this study was to identify firm strategy and key success factors in the tourism industry in Kenya. Private tour companies have been tasked to develop the sector, which has been identified as a potential ... -
Role of foreign aid in developing Countries: A case study of Kenya (1990-2010)
(University of NairobiInstitute of Diplomacy & International Studies, 2013-11)This study presents an assessment of the role of foreign aid in developing countries, having Kenya as the case study for the period between 1990-2010. Towards this assessment of the role of foreign aid, the study outlines ... -
Performance contracting and strategy implementation in commercial State Corporations in Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-10)This study sought to determine the influence of performance contracting on strategy implementation in commercial state corporations in Kenya. Performance contracting is a management process in which responsibilities and ... -
Competitive strategies adopted by University of Nairobi in Kenya
(University of Nairobi,School of business,, 2013-11)The research project does present competitive strategies that are adopted by University of Nairobi. Competition has been a major challenge that has faced institutions of higher learning in the country. Competition has ... -
An investigation of the determinants of mutual funds Financial Performance
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-11)Mutual funds provide an opportunity for investing to the many individuals who lack financial knowledge. This eliminates the amount of time and resources required to identify a ‘best buy’ share or security. To invest in ... -
The validity of Altman failure prediction model in predicting corporate financial distress in Uchumi supermarket in Kenya
(University of Nairobi.School of business,, 2013-11)Many firms in developing and transitional economies are in financial distress situation, due to low level of debt service coverage. The study of financial distress has become a significant global issue after the global ... -
Relationship between budget deficit and economic growth in Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, 2013-10)It is important to determine the relationship between debt and economic growth empirically in order to examine how debt contributes to economic growth, whether positively or negatively, and the significance of its ...
