Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, Law, Business Mgt (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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International Procurement and Operational Efficiency in Major Logistics Multi-national Firms in Mombasa, Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)An important challenge faced by the Multinational Logistics Firms (MLF) is to mitigate delays in the implementation of its operations. The international purchasing function is a critical element in the multinational company's ... -
The role of the East African Community in the Economic Development of the East African Region
(2015)The East African Community (EAC) is one of the Regional Economic Communities (RECs) in Africa with integration in the region dating back to pre-colonial times. However, the integration process achieved less than desired ... -
Effects of competitive strategies on performance of express connections limited in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Competitive strategy is concerns with what a firm is doing in order to gain a sustainable competitive advantage. The stiff competition among the public transport companies and the entry of other players into the industry ... -
African countries and the world trade organization dispute settlement mechanism; the challenges, constraints and the need for reforms
(University of Nairobi, 2014)African countries form almost one-third of the membership of the World Trade Organization (WTO) yet their participation in the WTO Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) is quite alarming. Only South Africa and Egypt have ever ... -
Market Orientation, Firm Characteristics, Dynamic Capabilities and Performance of Deposit Taking Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The overall objective of this study was to determine the effect of market orientation, firm characteristics and dynamic capabilities on the performance of deposit taking savings and credit cooperative societies in Kenya. ... -
Competitive Strategies Adopted to Enhance Performance by Manufacturers of Hair Products in Nairobi County
(University Of Nairobi, 2015)As the level of competition intensifies, many business units continue to seek profitable ways in which to differentiate themselves from competitors and the small enterprises are not exceptional. This is because the ability ... -
Perceived factors affecting employee job satisfaction in energy regulatory commission of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Job satisfaction refers to the source of relief or tension caused by the gap between the expectations of the individual and unmet needs (Kotler, 2003). The study sought to establish the perceived factors affecting employee ... -
The effect of chief executive officer turnover on performance of commercial banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Employee turnover is the movement of people into and out of the organization. CEO turnover is the frequency with which CEOs are replaced over a given time period. Recently engaged employees are more likely to leave than ... -
Mass Assemblies and Vulnerability to Disasters: the Case of Selected Churches in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This research was set to study mass assemblies and disaster preparedness in churches in Nairobi. In the study, the awareness, knowledge and abilities of the church leaders and members with regard to disaster management ... -
Effects of Turn Over Tax on Financial Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Central Business District, Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Tax payment is a civic duty and an imposed contribution by the government to contribute to her principle source of revenue to provide public goods and services to its citizenry. It is a compulsory unrequited payment to ... -
Procurement Contracting Practices and Service Delivery of Government Owned Entities in the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The use of different procurement contracting practices can negatively or positively influence service delivery in government owned entities. In the recent past procurement contracting practices have been facing various ... -
A Study of Broadcast Programmes on Development: Case Study of Kbc Radio Taifa
(University Of Nairobi, 2015)The study seeks to investigate if broadcast programmes on development are given a priority in airplay, focusing on KBC Radio Taifa. The overall objective of the study is to find out how much airtime is allocated to development ... -
The relationship between financial literacy and loan performance amongst customers of deposit taking microfinance institutions in Kajiado county
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Depositing Taking microfinance institutions (DTMFs) have become important players in the Kenya economy, but at the same time they continue to face constraints that limit their loan performance. Financial literacy among ... -
Challenges of foreign direct investment within Turkana county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)FDI has long been recognized as an important component for economic growth and development; it has led to the revolution of several economies through technological advancements, job creation and increasing productive ... -
Balanced Score Card and Performance of Non Governmental Organizations in Kenya
(2015)The balanced scorecard has enabled many organizations to overcome the deficiencies traditional performance measures that largely focused on financial performance of an organization. This system provides feedback on internal ... -
Influence of internet advertising on purchase of mobile phones among university of Nairobi students
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Global technology advancement and the growth of internet subscribers have necessitated a review of internet advertising activities. In business, advertisers are increasingly investing in internet marketing schemes. This ... -
The effect of seasoned equity offerings on stock performance of commercial banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The objective of this study was to establish the effect of seasoned equity offerings on stock performance of commercial banks in Kenya. The study used a descriptive research design. A census targeting the commercial banks ... -
Challenges In The Implementation Of Turn Around Strategy By The National Police Service In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The contemporary business environment is increasingly becoming competitive due to changes in the external environment characterized by risks and uncertainties. In order to survive in the external environment; organizations ... -
Passenger’s perception of risk factors in relation to road traffic accidents in Kenya: case study of regular users of public transport in Nairobi county.
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The study of passenger’s perceptions on risk factors in relation to road traffic accidents problem was meant to add knowledge on understanding on how to mitigate the occurrence of road traffic accidents and related injuries ... -
The influence of strategies adopted by destination marketing organizations on international tourists arrivals in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The study investigates the relationship between the strategies adopted by destination marketing organizations and international tourists’ arrivals in Kenya. This study covers various theories that prompted the researcher’s ...
