Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, Law, Business Mgt (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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Daycare services and women’s participation in informal employment: a study of Mukuru kwa Njenga
(University of Nairobi, 2014-11)Women’s participation in informal employment is impeded by their perceived roles which include; productive, social and reproductive role. However, day care services present an opportunity to address the productive and ... -
Socially responsible investment, portfolio management, institutional characteristics and performance of mutual funds in Kenya
(2014)This study aimed at establishing the relationship among Socially Responsible Investments (SRI), portfolio management, institutional characteristics and performance of mutual funds in Kenya so as to address the four main ... -
Dual approaches of conflict management: the case of Karamoja, Uganda
(University of Nairobi, 2014)It is fifty years since Uganda as other East African countries are celebrating independence. Independence is a beacon of self-rule and management of internal state affairs. However, this golden jubilee era since independence ... -
Determinants of financial performance of unit Trusts in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This study was aimed at identifying the determinants of financial performance of unit trusts in Kenya. A unit trust is an arrangement whereby property (shares, bonds and real estate) is held on trust for a large number ... -
The influence of social media on conflict: the case of the Maghreb countries in North Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Information and communication technology is a phenomenon meant to enhance and improve on the quality of human life. Nonetheless, social media has not only brought development but also other social evils such as cybercrime ... -
The effect of dividend announcement on stock returns of firms listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014)In an ideal world, dividend announcement would have no impact on the shareholder’s value. In the real world however dividend announcement is often followed by changes in the market prices of stocks. Empirical studies ... -
The effect of bond issue on share prices of firms listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The corporate bond market in Kenya is still relatively underdeveloped. There seems to be a disconnect between the number of firms that show direct need for capital and the number of debt issues that are floated for this ... -
Application of outsourcing strategy in the hotel industry in Mombasa County Kenya
(2014-12-30)Outsourcing is an important phenomenon in hotel sector. It is changing from a tactical to a strategic perspective, with greater scope and relevance to improving individual competitiveness. To survive economically today, ... -
Employee perception of the defined contribution pension scheme in the public sector
(2014-12-30)There has been a gradual shift the world over of Occupational Pensions schemes from the Defined Benefits to Defined Contribution. This initially occurred in the Private Sector but lately Public Sector Occupational Pensions ... -
Examining the effect of capital structure on financial performance: a study of firms listed under manufacturing, construction and allied sector at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This study sought to examine the effect of capital structure on financial performance of firms listed under manufacturing, construction and allied sector at the Nairobi Securities Exchange. Return on Asset and Return on ... -
The effect of electronic banking on the financial performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)It is expected the adoption of electronic banking services will have a positive effect on the profitability of commercial banks.The objective of this research was to measure and compare the effect of e-banking technologies ... -
The effect of mergers and acquisitions on the financial performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are being increasingly used world over for improving competitiveness of companies through gaining greater market share, broadening the portfolio to reduce business risk, for entering new ... -
The effect of money supply on the gross domestic product in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)There are a number of theories illustrating the relationship between money supply and gross domestic product. Money supply can be defined as the total stock of money circulating in the economy. The circulating money ... -
Factors influencing the demand for credit by the private sector in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-09)The main objective of this study was to determine the effects of selected macroeconomic variables on the demand for credit by the private sector in Kenya. The study used annual time series data for the period 1980-2012. ... -
Challenges of translating symbolism, wordplay and repetition in plays, a case study of S. A. Mohamed‟ s “amezidi” and it‟s translation „„he‟s far too much‟‟ by Sarah Weschler and niwaeli kimambo
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)This study explores on the unique challenges of Swahili-English translation. The paper has also attempted to bridge the gap brought about by differences in culture between these two languages. It explores the possibility ... -
Impact of social media on customer relations: Case of Equity Bank
(2014)Social media has had a huge impact on communication both at individual and organizational level. At organizational level, social media has quickly become a powerful tool for customer engagement. As a result, some ... -
Risk management strategies used by national bank of Kenya to enhance its corporate image
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)Over the last few decades, risk management has become an area of development in improving organization performance as well as creating good image of any organization. The area of financial services has been a business ... -
The effect of selected macroeconomic variables on stock market returns of the Malawi stock exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Financial theories posit that stock prices are influenced by a number of macroeconomic variables such as interest rates and exchange rates. For instance, economic theory postulates that stock prices and interest rates ... -
Market segmentation practices, organizational characteristics and performance of cement manufacturing firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The study sought to establish market segmentation, organizational characteristics and performance of cement manufacturing firms in Kenya. This study used a descriptive research design a n d targeted a population of all ... -
The effect of voluntary disclosure on stock market returns of companies listed at the Nairobi securities exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Transparency and disclosure represent one of the pillars of corporate governance. Numerous scandals have occurred worldwide due to lack or improper corporate disclosures. It has been argued that managers should voluntarily ...
