University of Nairobi Institutional Repository: Recent submissions
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Macroeconomic Variables and Equity Securities’ Market Indices: Case of the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)The purpose of this study was to determine the short-run and long-run effects of domestic and European Union’s macroeconomic variables on the Nairobi Securities Exchange’s 20-share index using co-integration tests, Granger ... -
To characterize dairy goat production in mount Kenya region; determination of Prevalence and risk factors of subclinical mastitis, and antibiotic sensitivity of the Isolates
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Dairy goat production is an emerging enterprise, which has a lot of potential for poverty alleviation, improved nutrition, and increased income for the poor; it can play a role in contribution towards Kenya’s development ... -
The Role of Information and Communication Technology in Strategy Formulation in Kengen
(University Of Nairobi, 2014-11)Information and Communication Technology (ICT) refers to the collection of telecommunications and computer technology. Hence, it is a result of merging computer science and telecommunications. The concept of strategy is ... -
Challenges Faced by Family Bank Limited in Servicing Diaspora Remittances
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)The contribution of migration and immigrants to the development of countries of origin is increasingly receiving attention, especially as the volume of remittances from migrants worldwide has sharply increased in the past ... -
Ict and Value Chain Analysis and the Competitiveness of Manufacturing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of ICT and value chain analysis on the competitiveness of manufacturing firms in Kenya. Specifically, the study sought to fulfil the following objectives: To ... -
E-procurement and Organizational Performance of Non-governmental Organizations in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014)The world has continued to experience information, communication and technology growth, increased knowledge by consumers about foreign goods and services, improved international relations, cooperations and agreements ... -
Factors Influencing Implementation of Environmental Management System Iso 14001 Certification at Allpack Industries Limited
(University Of Nairobi, 2014-11)Business today is not only about selling a product or service around the corner. To be competitive on national and global level, organizations must adopt a forward-thinking approach in developing their management strategies. ... -
The Relationship Between Components of Working Capital and Financial Performance of Agricultural Firms Quoted at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)Working capital management is a key issue in financial decision making since its overall goal is to ensure that a firm is able to continue its operations and that it has sufficient ability to satisfy both maturing short-term ... -
Dynamics and Spillover of Regional Conflicts in the Horn of Africa: a Critical Analysis of Turbi Massacre
(University of Nairobi, 2014-09)The Turbi Massacre of 2005 is a conflict that just like other conflicts is not mono-causal in nature. There are different causes that are responsible for the occurrence such as weak government institutions, ethno-politics, ... -
The Effect of Cost of Credit on the Financial Performance of Commercial Dairy Small and Medium Enterprises in Kiambu County
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)Despite the liberalization of the financial sector, high interest rate spreads is still an issue of concern in Kenya. The financial sector plays a dominant role particularly with respect to mobilization of savings and ... -
The Effect of Enterprise Risk Management on Financial Performance of Pension Fund Management Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)There are currently over 1,200 pension schemes in Kenya managed by 19 pension fund management firms registered with Retirement Benefits Authority. These firms usually receive pension fund contributions from their corporate ... -
Competitive Strategies Adopted by Airtel Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2014-06)A firm’s competitive positioning is an important topic for practitioners, theorists, and policy makers. The framework that guides competitive positioning decisions is called competitive strategy. The purpose of a firm’s ... -
Iso 9001:2008 Internal Quality Audit and Performance of the Coca-cola Bottling Plants
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)ISO 9001:2008 quality management system enables organizations demonstrate their ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and regulatory requirements with the focus on enhancing customer ... -
Relationship Between Interest Rates and Gearing Ratios of Firms Listed in the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2014-10)Business enterprises use debt in their businesses, because it offers them potential to increase the volume of their operations and increase the average return on their equity funds. The use of debt will have this effect ... -
Factors Considered in Adopting Diversification Strategies by Safaricom Kenya Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2014-09)The objective of this study was to establish the factors considered by Safaricom Kenya Limited in adopting diversification strategies. This study was a case study since the unit of analysis was one organization. The ... -
The Relationship Between Manager’s Leadership Style and Employee Engagement in Geothermal Development Company (Gdc)
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Leadership style is a pattern of behavior designed to integrate organizational and personal interest in pursuit of an objective. The guidance and direction of the leaders, that is leadership style is important in ensuring ... -
Potentials and Pitfalls of Civilian Component in African Peace Support Operations – a Case Study of African Union Mission in Somalia (Amisom)
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Since the establishment of the African Union in 2002, the Commission has taken an active role in addressing protracted conflicts in the continent as well as ventured in conflict zones that other multilateral organisations ... -
Strategic Planning and Profitability at Equity Bank Kenya Limited
(University Of Nairobi, 2014-10)Strategic planning has its roots in Greek mythology and refers to the process of setting longterm organizational objectives, developing and executing plans to achieve these objectives, and providing financial and ... -
The Effect of Non Performing Loans on Profitability of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2014-10)Kenya commercial Banks have remained with persistent challenge of managing non performing loans that are considered to have effects on its profitability. The government together with the banking sector has established ... -
Outsourcing and Operational Performance of the Kenya National Police Service
(University of Nairobi, 2014)Outsourcing is a viable operating strategy for any organization, including the police service, although it has non-profit objectives and therefore has limited experience in and use for outsourcing criteria developed for ...
