Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, Law, Business Mgt (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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Inventory management and supply chain performance of petroleum marketing firms in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015-08)Inventory refers to the goods and materials that a business holds for the ultimate purpose of resale or repair. Inventory can also be used to refer to quantity of raw materials, components, assemblies, consumables, work ... -
Strategies used by higher education loans board in loan recovery from beneficiaries in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)The main challenge facing the Higher Education Loans Board today is how to effectively and efficiently recover loaned out funds in order to be able to fully execute its key mandate of supporting needy students pursuing ... -
Assessment Of The Effect Of Community Sensitization On Child Labour: A Case Study Of Kathiani Location, Machakos County
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This study is an assessment of the effect of community sensitization on child labour: a case study of Kathiani location, Machakos County. International Labour Organisation (2013) refers to child labour as work which is ... -
Role of equity bank in the promotion of international trade in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)International business transactions have been transformed by the globalization of economies which has been spearheaded by the advancement in technologies (Patricia R. Todd et al, 2004). This has led to the advancement ... -
The Effect of Adoption of International Public Sector Accounting Standards on Financial Reporting in the Public Sector in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The main purpose of the study was to establish the effect of adoption of International Public Sector Accounting Standards on financial reporting in the public sector in Kenya. The study was grounded on a theoretical ... -
Testing Efficiency and Segmentation of the Interbank Money Market in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)In this study, the researcher has tested efficiency and segmentation of the interbank money market in Kenya. The study has analyzed all the 44 banks that trade in the interbank money market in Kenya. The study utilizes ... -
The Effect of Interest Rates Changes on Performance of the Nairobi Securities Exchange 20 Share Index
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The Central Bank interest rate encountered various changes between 2010 and 2012.These changes were attributed to efforts by the Monitery policy committee (MPC) to strenghthen the Kenya shilling currency which was getting ... -
Relationship between interest rates and profitability of motor vehicle financing in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-10)A stable banking sector helps promote and strengthen economic growth by mobilizing resources for investment. It also provides a framework for undertaking financing of investment projects. The banking sector is very important ... -
Relationship Between Earnings Management and Stock Market Returns Among Companies Listed in Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2015-10)The main objective of this research study was to establish the relationship between earnings management and stock market returns among companies listed in Nairobi Securities Exchange. The study adopted a descriptive ... -
Variability of Mortgage Interest Rates and Real Estate Growth in Kisumu Town Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)The purpose of the study was to investigate the variability of mortgage interest rates and real estate growth. The main problem of the study was the accessibility to mortgage financing as it has been a major problem over ... -
Automated procurement systems and performance of supermarkets in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)Automated procurement (e-procurement) is a growing aspect of supply chain management and is receiving a lot of attention from supermarkets globally. This is because there is stiff competition in the supermarket industry ... -
Influence of buyer-seller relationships on supply chain performance in the banking industry. A case of co-operative bank of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Several empirical studies conducted support that buyer-seller relationships have a positive effect on a firm‟s financial performance. Firms engaged in long-term relationship with their customers achieve higher profitability ... -
Factors Affecting Audit Quality in Listed Manufacturing and Commercial Services Companies in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)This study sought to establish the factors affecting audit quality in listed manufacturing and commercial services companies in Kenya. A cross-sectional approach was adopted in the analysis in which a linear regression ... -
The effect of non-tariff barriers on economic performance of COMESA countries
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The main purpose of this research was to establish the effect of the effect of non-tariff barriers on economic performance of comesa countries. The study used qualitative research design. The sample size of the study ... -
Impact of emotional and cognitive intelligence on job performance: the case of government chemist’s department
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This is a report of a case study that examined the impact of emotional and cognitive intelligence on job performance at Government Chemist Department. Levels of staff emotional and cognitive intelligence measured among ... -
Examining lexical style in youth magazines in Kenya a case study of ZUQKA and pulse magazines
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)This study sought to analyse lexical choice in Kenyan youth magazines that reflect and inform their identity. A Critical Discourse Analysis with a stylistic approach is the background under which the study has been carried ... -
The effects of working capital management on the financial performance of retail supermarkets in Nairobi county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)Working capital management (WCM) refers to the management of current assets and current liabilities. Management and evaluation of WC is aimed at ensuring that the firms’ current assets and Current liabilities are employed ... -
The relationship between property investments and profitability of insurance companies in Kenya
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Strategic planning practices at Barclays bank of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-10)The importance of effective strategic planning cannot be over emphasized. The process provides a sense of direction on desired future and what must be done to get there. Successful organizations recognize the importance ... -
Supply chain management practices and organizational performance of supermarkets in Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The main aim of the study was to establish supply chain management practices and organizational performance of supermarkets in Nairobi. The study was guided by the following specific objectives; to establish the supply ...
