University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Survey on gender and academic performance in secondary schools in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The research sort to determine gender disparities looking at academic performance. This arose from the predominant view held that boys have always performed better than girls more so in Sciences and Mathematics. The study ... -
Strategy implementation at Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Public institutions in Kenya, including Kenyatta National Hospital, have been involved in strategic planning as a requirement of performance contracting. These organisations are characterised by management failure and ... -
Strategy formulation process in Public Secondary Schools in Embu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Strategic plans are important for all organisations. The process of strategic management formulation is one that has been examined by various scholars as it is usually different from one institution to another and is ... -
Effects of descriptive written feedback on achievement in mathematics in secondary schools in konoin district of bomet county
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The purpose of the study was to investigate the effect of descriptive written feedbacks on achievement in mathematics. The main objective of the study was finding the effects of DWF on achievement of mathematics in ... -
Escherichia coli O157 Serotype in Beef Carcasses Post Slaughterhouse in Nairobi and Eldoret, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-09)The research covered three slaughterhouses in Nairobi and Eldoret. The objectives were to assess the prevalence of E. coli O157 serotype contaminated carcasses at dispatch, the possible cross contamination during transportation, ... -
Generic competitive business strategies and performance of micro and small enterprises in Nairobi: an empirical validation of the MSE typology
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Competitive business strategy typologies classify business strategies based on common elements and provide a framework for gaining competitive advantage in the market. In Sub-Saharan Africa, it is estimated that the ... -
Influence of ICT integration on performance in mathematics in public secondary schools in Embu north district of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Performance in mathematics examinations in Kenya and world over has generally been poor and it has been attributed either to how the subject is taught and/or the negative attitude towards the subject. Although much ... -
Classroom assessment practices in Kenyan secondary schools: teacher perspective
(University of Nairobi, 2014)This study investigated teacher’s perspective on Classroom Assessment Practices in Kenyan Secondary Schools. The following objectives guided the study: a) To determine teachers’ perceptions about assessment b) To examine ... -
Optimizing the location of base transceiver stations in mobile communication network planning: case study of the Nairobi central business district, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Optimal signal coverage has always been a fundamental issue for cellular network operators. Other issues related to capacity, quality of service and cost efficiency are also rapidly gaining prominence. In order to determine ... -
Strategies adopted by AON corporation to gain competitive advantage in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)From earlier than forty years ago scholars have asserted that serious managers of business organization needed to give serious thought concerning the role strategy could have on firms’ competitive abilities and the benefits ... -
First complete genome sequence of a lineage III peste des petits ruminants virus
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)We report the first complete genome sequence of a lineage III peste des petits ruminants virus (KN5/2011) using RNA extracted from goat lung tissue collected in Kenya in 2011. The genome shows the highest nucleotide sequence ... -
HIV type 1 transmission networks among men having sex with men and heterosexuals in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)We performed a molecular phylogenetic study on HIV-1 polymerase sequences of men who have sex with men (MSM) and heterosexual patient samples in Kenya to characterize any observed HIV-1 transmission networks. HIV-1 polymerase ... -
Strategy formulation practices of Utendo Women's group in Kitui Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The concept of Strategy Formulation has been garnering attention in Kenya over the past few years. Not only academics, but also policy makers are beginning to embrace the concept as a front-running solution to society’s ... -
In‐home fortification with 2.5 mg iron as NaFeEDTA does not reduce anaemia but increases weight gain: a randomised controlled trial in Kenyan infants.
(University of Nairobi, 2014-11-24)In-home fortification of infants with micronutrient powders (MNPs) containing 12.5 mg iron may increase morbidity from infections; therefore, an efficacious low-dose iron-containing MNP might be advantageous. Effects of ... -
Strategic planning in investment groups(CHAMA) in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Strategy planning articulates where an organization is going, how it will get there and the actions needed to make progress. It clearly defines the purpose of the organization and establishes realistic goals and objectives ... -
Effect of pesticide exposure on serum cholinesterase level and asthma control among children in Naivasha, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-08)Background: Pesticide exposure is a risk factor for asthma exacerbations in flower farm regions in the world. Data on low levels of serum cholinesterase among asthmatic children exposed to the effects of pesticides in ... -
Human resource management practices and performance of firms listed on the Nairobi securities exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Most research demonstrating the link between HRMP and firm performance has focused on the private sector, yet understanding this relationship in publicly listed firms, in the Developing World setting is equally important. ... -
An intelligent subtopics suggester for an e-learning system
(University of Nairobi, 2014)ELearning, is a planned teaching or learning experience that uses a wide spectrum of computerbased technologies to reach learners. The focus of this project was the case where students are logging into and using the ... -
The influence of members’ income and conduct of saccos in the relationship between characteristics and efficiency of saccos in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Efficiency of SACCOs is affected by various characteristics such as size, age, bond of association, adoption of technology and managerial competency. The relationship can be influenced by appropriate moderating and ... -
The role of strategic human resources management in developing competitive advantage in the telecommunication industry in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The changes in the business environment with increasing globalization, changing demographics of the workforce, increased focus on profitability through growth, technological changes, intellectual capital and the never ...
