Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, Law, Business Mgt (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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The effect of liquidity on profitability of small and medium size enterprises in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)With small and medium size companies operating informal and informal sectors of the economy, they are likely to face challenges in managing their liquidity which in turn could impact of their profitability. A large number ... -
A case for statutory codification of directors’ duties in enhancing good corporate governance in Kenya: a case study of national bank of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-11)Directors are employed to manage the assets of the corporation on behalf of the shareholders who own it. However, more often, directors fail to discharge their duties with diligence and due care leading to mismanagement ... -
The effect of inflation on members savings in savings and credit co-operative societies in Kisumu county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Both changes in inflation rate and savings levels around the globe considerably affects decision making of economic agents (both individuals and institutions) and are arguably considered as major policy variables in ... -
The relationship between internal audit independence and share performance of firms listed in the Nairobi stock exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014-11)The internal audit department is very important inside a firm that the internal audit is regarded as the key element in the application of accounting systems which in turn, helps in evaluating the work of the department. ... -
Factors affecting strategy implementation in public secondary schools in Hamisi sub county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Effective strategies are bound to fail or succeed depending of on how implementing agencies monitor, evaluate and constantly manage factors both in immediate internal and external environment of the organization. In ... -
Effects of social media on the growth of small businesses in Kenya: A case of go places Kenya
(2014)This study explored the effect of social media on the growth of small business in Kenya. The study was motivated by the need to analyse the effect of social media based on the insight from customers’ of Go Places Kenya. ... -
Social media and national security threats: a case study of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Social Media are connection and mass communication tools, characterized by a global diffusion and an ever-growing level of use, considering their handiness and flexibility, as well as their extreme cheapness. Social media ... -
The effect of liquidity management on profitability of commercial banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The study sought to establish the effect of liquidity management on profitability of commercial banks in Kenya. Liquid assets are less profitable as compared to long term assets. The dilemma to a finance manager is whether ... -
Strategic planning practices at Laikipia county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Strategic planning involves articulating the direction, objectives and clear actions required to realize the desired strategic vision of an organization (Balanced Scorecard Institute, 2013). The aim of this research ... -
Response strategies to changes in external environment by Sony-sugar company limited
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)This study was carried out to examine response strategies employed by SonySugar Company Limited to address changes emanating from its external environment. The research employed case study approach to undertake the ... -
Total quality man Agement and competitive Advanta Ge of commercial banks in kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-11)This project examines the relationship between total quality management usage has on competitive advantage in the banking industry in Kenya. The new electronic age has transformed the marketing of banking services. The ... -
Impact of the youth enterprise development fund on the performance of youth owned enterprises in Kenya: The case of Ruaraka constituency, Nairobi county
(2014)Youth Enterprise Development Fund (YEDF) developed a three year strategic plan in 2008 addressing various needs and aspirations of the youth and to address the challenges it had faced in the past and was currently working ... -
The effect of exchange rate volatility on budget variance of international refugee non governmental organizations in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Most of the International Non-Governmental organizations in Kenya receive a significant portion of the budget funding in foreign currency contract. While the daily and monthly exchange rate in Kenya keeps on fluctuating ... -
Influence of advertising on organizational performance of cosmetic manufacturing firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Today‟s dynamic business environment is continuously changing because of globalization, regulatory changes, increasing intensity of competition, increasingly demanding customers, new information technology, and mergers ... -
Effect of technology adoption on operational efficiency of commercial banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Banks, like other service organizations, strive to improve customer service level and tie their customers closer. Technology is one leading driving force nowadays, in different businesses. Technology has become an intrinsic ... -
Challenges in Translating and Transcribing Kenyan Sign Language The case of Immanuel Christian School for the Deaf
(2014)This study set out to investigate challenges in translating and transcribing Kenyan Sign Language. There is not much translation in Kenyan Sign Language (KSL) because it is considered a visual language and it is relatively ... -
Information and communication technology outsourcing and performance of humanitarian organizations in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Information technology plays an important role in the running of organizations. With the increasing need of IT, organizations are keen to review the service delivery of this crucial service. In view of the prevailing ... -
Response strategies of the united nations agencies in Somalia to changes in the macro-environment
(University of Nairobi, 2014-11)This research seeks to investigate the influence of the changes in macro- environment on the UN agencies in Somalia and response strategies employed. The macro-environment of an organization is what affects the organizations ... -
An empirical study of price clustering on the Nairobi securities exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014-11)Price clustering is a phenomenon where some prices are observed more frequently than others. Several hypotheses have been put forth to explain this phenomenon. This study therefore set to empirically investigate price ... -
Supply chain leagility and performance of humanitarian organizations in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-11)The world is facing an increase in humanitarian crises due to climate change and terrorism. This calls for new supply chain strategies in handling the volatile and changing demands that these humanitarian disasters present. ...
