University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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The Effect of Credit Risk Management on the Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Senegal
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Credit is necessarily connected to a notion of profitability and risk. These two elements remain inseparable within the framework of the banking activity. Loan schemes need to be professionally managed so as to influence ... -
Effect of Merger Announcements on the Share Return of Insurance Companies Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The announcement of mergers and acquisitions can affect the market’s reaction. As a result, the share prices can fluctuate during the M&A time period. The return of the sales is one of indicators to measure shareholder ... -
International Entry Strategies Adopted by Kenya Oil Marketing Companies Within the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Kenyan oil marketing companies entering the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa markets do so in search for new markets for petroleum products. The oil industry in Kenya has witnessed regulatory checks to liberal ... -
Spectrum of Inherited Bleeding Disorders and the Clinical Severity of Hemophilia a at Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)IBDs are a heterogeneous group of disorders that occur globally though their prevalence varies among the different population groups, with the highest prevalence seen in developed countries. Limited information is available ... -
Relationship Between Free Cash Flows and Profitability of Firms Listed in the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2018)“Cash flows management are crucial issues that are at the heart of any organization. An organization must closely monitor free cash flows to profitability is not affected negatively in anyway. The sought to establish the ... -
Implementation of Disaster Management Strategies in Secondary Schools in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The objective of the study was to establish the implementation of disaster management strategies in secondary schools in Nairobi, Kenya. This research adopted a cross sectional research design. The population of study ... -
Training and Empowerment Practices as a Source of Competitive Advantage in Service Delivery and Organizational Performance of Savings and Credit Cooperatives in Nakuru County
(university of nairobi, 2018)Firms including savings and credit cooperatives (Sacco’s) are facing, intense competition from globally established firms which offer similar functions and services. Most of these organizations have made enormous improvement ... -
Pattern and Treatment Outcomes of Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis in Kenyatta National Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)BACKGROUND Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is the most common rheumatic disease of childhood. Early diagnosis and appropriate management is important to prevent associated disease damage and disability. OBJECTIVE To ... -
Response Strategies by Cyber Cafes in Nairobi to Changes in the Kenyan Internet Market
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Businesses operate within an unpredictable environment and may have less control in it. They need to adopt appropriate response strategies and remodel in order to survive in this turbulent environment. Internet Cyber cafes ... -
Factors Influencing Enrolment Of Children In Early Childhood Education In Imenti North Sub-County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The purpose of this study was to investigate factors that influence enrolment of Early Childhood Education (ECE) in Imenti North Sub County. The study objectives were; to establish how access to teaching and learning ... -
Relationship Between Human Resource Strategic Orientation and Performance of Medium Manufacturing Firms in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Human resource management science has evolved over time given the observed vitality of HR department in creating effective synergies and a work force capable of guaranteeing the growth and profitability of the organization. ... -
Factors Influencing Sustainability Of Affirmative Action Funded Projects In Mt Elgon Sub-County, Bungoma County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)The purpose of this study was to examine the factors influencing sustainability of affirmative action funded projects in Mt Elgon Sub-County, Bungoma County, Kenya. The study specifically sought, to assess how capacity ... -
Adoption of Information Communication Technology and Performance of Micro and Small Enterprises in Nairobi Central Business District
(university of nairobi, 2018)Information communication technology (ICT) adoption in an important phenomenon that is radically changing how businesses operate. With the recent developments in information technology in form of increased capacity, improved ... -
Determinants of Non-adherence to Long Term Therapy With Prescription Medicines in Adult Patients Attending Medical Outpatient Clinic at Mbagathi Hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background Non-adherence is a drug therapy problem and can be due to economic factors, patient related factors among others. Studies have shown that non-adherence to prescribed medicines in general is as high as 20% to ... -
Inventory Management Practices And Supply Chain Performance Of Construction Firms In Nairobi
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Inventory management practices have gained recognition in today’s businesses in order to deliver products and services that customers want to a great level of excellence, to keep inventory costs at minimum and to enhance ... -
Prevalence and Factors Associated in Development of Anaemia in the Longstay Preterm Infant at Knh Newborn Unit
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background About 15% of low birth weight preterms have anaemia at 2 months of age with about 50% of blood transfusions to extreme low birth weight infants occurring within the first 2 weeks when the infants are most sick ... -
The Effect of Lending Interest Rate Fluctuation on Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2018)A country’s economy depends on the banking system as the main financial intermediary. While performing this role they are often faced with a number risks like financial performance risk, foreign exchange risk, Operational ... -
Factors Associated With Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes Among Home and Health Facility Deliveries in Lamu County, Kenya: a Comparative Cross Sectional Study
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Background There has been rising concern on the number of maternal and neonatal deaths in Lamu County with no published article on the factors contributing to such poor outcomes. Compounding this problem are the unique ... -
Effect of Capital Structure on the Value of Investment Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2018)Every firm for it to enhance its activities, it must strive to attain an optimal capital structure that will in turn increase value of their firms. Recognizing the critical role that is played by capital structure decisions, ... -
Strategies Employed by Keroche Breweries Ltd to Gain Competitive Advantage
(university of nairobi, 2018)In the ever growing industry environment, every firm that is interested in becoming successful and remain competitive in the market must employ specific a strategy policies to actualize this. The company must be in a ...
