University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Service Delivery Technologies and Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Despite the potential benefits of Service Delivery Technologies, there is debate about whether and how their adoption improves bank performance. This study used some relative measures such as return on assets, frequency ... -
Effect of Supply Chain Management Practices on Performance of Barclays Bank of Kenya Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Increased competition in today‟s global markets, the introduction of products with shorter life cycles, and the heightened expectations of customers have forced businesses to invest in and focus attention on their supply ... -
Child Friendly Spaces As A Tool For Child Protection In Emergencies-A Case Study Of Kakuma Refugee Camp, Turkana County Mutua Ruth Nzisa
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This study sought to examine Child Friendly Spaces as a tool for Child Protection in Emergencies: A case study of Kakuma Refugee Camp in Turkana County. The study targeted 10-16 years old children attending the five child ... -
Strategies That Are Used by the Horticultural Crops Directorate (Hcd) in Kenya to Increase Exports
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The objective of the research is to identify strategies that are used by the Horticultural Crops Directorate to increase horticultural exports from Kenya. As the environment and market conditions changes with time, ... -
Factors that influence the performance of micro and small agricultural enterprises in Nyamache Subcounty, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) in Kenya’s agricultural sector have not performed well enough to play their expected vital role in the economic growth and development of the country. This situation has been of great ... -
An Analysis On The Effect Of External Public Debt On Exchange Rate Volatility In Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Kenya has faced a rising trend in external public debt and experienced changes in exchange rates in the past decades. The changes in exchange rate have been seen to exhibit an appreciating and volatile trend which is ... -
Corporate Identity Strategy and Competitive Advantage of Coca Cola Company Kenya Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Corporate identity refers to an organization‟s personality, culture and purpose. It is evident in the different ways an organization relates to the outside world and its stakeholders. Many organizations have a strong concern ... -
Effects of Trade Preferences and Rules of Origin for Kenyas Clothing Exports
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This study examined the effects of trade preferences and rules of origin for Kenya’s clothing exports to the United States (US) and European Union (EU). The study used the gravity trade model framework and time series data ... -
The Relationship Between Budgetary Control and Performance of Constituency Development Fund in Machakos County
(University of Nairobi, 2015-11)Institutions draw budgets annually, however, there are inconsistencies in the budgetary implementation hence failure to stick to the drawn budgets. This has resulted in failure to meet budgetary obligations in many of these ... -
Mass Media and Education: Locating the Functions and Influence of Newspaper Model Examinations on Kcpe Performance in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This study sought to find out the role of mass media in education: Locating the function of newspapers and their influence on KCPE exams within Nairobi county Kenya. The objectives of the study are to examine the perceptions ... -
INDUSTRIALIZATION
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Africa at independence in the 1960s and 1970s was a fragmented continent with enclave economies (many small states) geared towards export of mainly primary commodities; this was to stir a desire for rapid industrialization ... -
Determinants Of Rural Poverty In Kenya: The Case Of Cash Crop Growing
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Poverty in Kenya remains to be an issue of concern despite several measures the government has taken in alleviating it. Rural poverty rates are higher compared to urban poverty levels. Designing appropriate policies ... -
Nursing research and evidence based practice: assessment, educational intervention and its outcome at Kenyatta national hospital, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background: Nurses need not only to rely on their history and experience but also to critically examine what in nursing practice has beneficial outcomes for clients and which intervention works best (Roxburgh, 2006). ... -
Effect of Jigger Infestation on Agricultural Productivity: a Case Study of Murarandia Division
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The study investigated the effect of jigger infestation on agricultural productivity among the farmers of Murarandia Sub County in Murang’a County. The study was guided by three specific objectives which are; to establish ... -
The Effect of Islamic Banking Contracts on the Financial Performance of Islamic Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This study was carried out to examine the effect of Islamic banking contracts on finanncial peformance of Islamic commercial banks.The purpose of the study was therefore to examine the extent to which Islamic contracts ... -
The Influence of Marketing Strategies on Growth of Small and Medium Business in Air Travel Agencies in Nairobi County in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The main aim of the study was to investigate the influence of marketing strategies on the growth of small and medium business in air travel agencies in Nairobi City County in Kenya. The contribution of marketing strategy ... -
Maternal satisfaction with spinal anesthesia for Caesarean delivery at Kenyatta national hospital
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Background: The fulfillment of expectations, abolition of pain and communication are the most important determinants of the postpartum evaluation of childbirth after caesarean delivery. This study aimed to determine the ... -
The effect of behavioral bias and frame dependence on real estate prices in Nairobi county
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Extreme volatility has plagued financial markets worldwide since the 2008 Global Crisis. Investor sentiment has been one of the key determinants of market movements. In this context, studying the role played by frame ... -
Remote Sensing And Gis Usage In Mapping Vulnerable Landslide Areas In Murang’A County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)This project presents the application of Geographic Information System (GIS) and Remote Sensing in landslide susceptibility mapping as one of the means for disaster management. A part of the Central Kenya region i.e. ... -
The Effect of Cross Cultural Training (Cct) on Expetriate Perfomance in Multinational Firms in the Pharmaceutical Industry in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)The rise of global multination has brought out the need for people to work across international borders. Global corporations send people they trust to their operations overseas so that they can successful take care of their ...
