University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Influence of Delegated Management Model on Stakeholders Involvement in Provision of Water Services in Kisumu City, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Several models of water supply have been used by utility companies to supply water to their customers. Several models have been tried and there are still challenges of up-scalling and sustainability. This study investigated ... -
Effect Of Corporate Governance On Financial Performance Of Cross-Listed Firms In East Africa Community Securities Exchanges
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The objective this study is to investigate the effect of corporate governance on financial performance of cross-listed firms in East Africa community securities exchanges. The study utilized secondary data that was collected ... -
The Effect of Interest Rates on the Funding of Mortgages by Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Financial institutions play the role of provision of credit facilities to both businesses and individuals. Empirical evidence has always shown that access to finance even inform of credit, has a profound effect on access ... -
Influence of organizational factors on the implementation of change from in-kind assistance to cash based transfers: a case of world food programme, Dadaab Refugee Camp, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study found out that the influence of organizational factors on the implementation of change of from in-kind assistance to cash based transfers provides realistic and useful recommendations to humanitarian actors, ... -
Socio- Economic Determinants of Perceptions About Security: a Case Study of Eastleigh Area, Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study sought to evaluate the influence of socio- economic factors on the perceptions of security among residents of Eastleigh area. The study adopted convenience sampling in selecting the respondents of the research ... -
Role of Media Coverage in International Conflict Management: the Case Study of 2007-08 Post-election Violence in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Around the world the major role of media in conflict has been an issue. Media has a lot of influence around the world and has a tremendous role in conflicts and conflict management. The main aim of this study was to analyze ... -
The Effect of Credit Risk Control on Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Credit risk control is a function that cannot be ignored by any institution regardless of the nature of business that the institution undertakes. This research intended to determine the effect of credit risk control on ... -
Inventory Management Practices and Operational Performance of Hotels in Mombasa, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Inventory management is the responsibility of the entire organization and it is very critical to hotel success. The study sought to establish the inventory management practices used by hotels in Mombasa, Kenya, to determine ... -
School Environment Factors Influencing Students’ Discpline In Secondary Schools In Gucha South Sub-County, Kisii County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The purpose of the study was to examine school environment factors influencing students’ discipline in secondary schools in Gucha south sub county Kisii County. The study objectives were to determine how school location ... -
Domestic Health Investment and Tuberculosis Mortality Rates in Kenya.
(University of Nairobi, 2017)In Kenya, a huge investment on the National TB program has for decades been made by the international sources even though a larger proportion remains unfunded. However, recently there has been an increase in investment ... -
Effects of Micro Finance Credit on the Growth of Small Holder Farmers in Agricultural Finance Corporation: a Case Study of Kiambu County
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The study interrogates the effects of microfinance credit on the growth of smallholder farmers in Kenya. Growth of smallholder farmers cannot be overemphasized as they contribute a considerable amount in the Kenyan gross ... -
Individual Factors Influencing Effectiveness of Financial Management by Boards of Management At public Secondary Schools in Westlands Sub-county, Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Education is a basic right for all students and BOMs promote education of all learners in secondary schools including those with special needs. BOMs play a critical role towards facilitation of this process. The purpose ... -
Influence of Risk Management Strategies on Implementation of Women Development Programs: a Case of African Women's Entrepreneurship Program Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The purpose of this study was to examine the influence of project risk strategies on implementation of women entrepreneurship development programs in Nairobi County. The specific objectives of the study were to: Examine ... -
Access to Credit and Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Turbo Sub County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Access to credit is a prerequisite for growth and prosperity of any firm within the economy. Access to credit improves firms’ performance, facilitate market entry, growth of companies and risk reduction, promotes innovation ... -
Factors Influencing Performance of Monitoring and Evaluation Systems in Non-governmental Organization Projects: a Case of Aga Khan Foundation in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Studies and literature prove that Monitoring and Evaluation systems in NGOs and INGOs in developing countries and in Kenya in particular, are not performing satisfactorily. In an endeavor to come up with recommendations ... -
Ownership Structure and Financial Performance of Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study investigated the effect ownership structure has on financial performance of firms listed in the Nairobi Securities Exchange. The specific objective of the study was to determine the relationship between managerial ... -
Determinants of Capital Formation in Kenya's Housing Sector
(University of Nairobi, 2017)This study undertook an investigation of the main determining factors for capital formation in the Kenya’s housing sector. The study was inspired by the fact that investment in capital equipment not only leads to increase ... -
Strategy Implementation and Performance of County Government of Kajiado
(University of Nairobi, 2017)Successful strategy execution entails putting together the efforts by individuals and structure of the firm. For strategy implementation to be successful, the participation and collaboration of all players in the organization ... -
Strategy, Competitive Advantage and Performance of Financial Institutions That Offer Mobile Loans Services in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2017)The aim of this study was to establish the strategies employed by the financial institutions offering mobile loans services and its influence on the performance. The Target population was 15 financial institutions in Kenya. ...
