Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM): Recent submissions
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Tourism Destination Competitiveness Across Eastern and Southern Africa: an Application of the Travel and Tourism Competitiveness Index
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The growing competition among tourism destinations reflects the increasing global demand for travel experiences and the necessity for destinations to differentiate themselves to attract more visitors. Despite the steady ... -
Influence of Internal Control Procedures on the Financial Management of County Government of Homabay
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This research studied internal control and financial management of Homabay County. The independent variables for the study included financial monitoring, internal audit, automation and budgetary controls. The main theory ... -
Effect of Information Asymmetry on Stock Performance of Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The fundamental objective underlying stock market investments is to achieve a satisfactory return on investment, a goal that proves to be exceedingly challenging in the absence of substantial information for predicting ... -
Effect of Inflation Rate on Stock Market Volatility in Frontier Capital Markets: a Case for Kenya Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Policymakers and investors have been closely monitoring the volatility of stock prices in the capital market, which has significant policy and practice implications to portfolio risk management, pricing of derivative ... -
Organizational Core Strategies and Performance of Kenya Commercial Bank Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Companies have progressively embraced novel approaches to enhance their operation. Organizational strategies act as the lubricants towards achieving holistic realization of long-term objectives. The theories underpinning ... -
The Effect of Financial Technology Adoption on the Financial Performance of Microfinance Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The microfinance industry in Kenya is regarded as one of the most dynamic in all of Sub- Saharan Africa. It provides assistance to those who are economically disadvantaged via a wide branch network as well as a variety of ... -
Exploring Audience Perception of Ramogi Fm’s Duond Mine Programme in the Fight Against Defilement in Homa Bay County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Communication is a vital tool that people use to share knowledge and solve problems. Mass media are a key tool for aiding communication between an individual or a group of people and audience who are scattered in various ... -
Community Participation and Completion of National Government Constituency Development Funded Projects in Marakwet West Constituency, Elgeyo Marakwet County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The introduction of national government constituency development funded projects in every constituency in Kenya was aimed at spreading development to all areas of the country. The community being the recipients of these ... -
Influence of Communication on Organizational Culture Change Management: a Case of Corporation for Africa and Overseas (CFAO) Motors Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This research studied the intricate dynamics of organizational change management in the Kenyan car sector, with a specific focus on the case study of Corporation For Africa and Overseas (CFAO) Motors Kenya Limited. The ... -
Effect of Trade Facilitation on Kenya’s Trade Performance
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The widening gap between exports and imports has been a subject of discussion for some time in Kenya. The problem with Kenyan exports is that it has been growing but not at the desired rate. The absolute value of exports ... -
An Assessment of the Implementation of Results Based Management Approach in the Public Sector: a Case Study of the National Treasury, Department of Government Investment and Public Enterprises (GIPE)
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Results based management (RBM) approach has evolved over time as a management strategy into the public sector due to donor demand and pressure from taxpayers throughout the world. Use of the strategy in public and private ... -
Effect of Flexible Work Practices During the Covid-19 Pandemic on Employee Performance in the Insurance Industry in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on workplace relations and all firms have had to adjust their work models to ensure their employees perform optimally. Research has shown that increased flexibility among ... -
Project Management Practices and Implementation of Public Health Programs in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The purpose of this study was to investigate the influence of project management practices on the implementation of public health programs in Kenya’s Nairobi County. The study9s specific objectives were to assess the ... -
Effect of Liquidity Management on Financial Performance of Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2023)A company's ability to rapidly fulfill its short-term commitments thanks to adequate liquidity lowers the danger of default and financial difficulties. Additionally, it offers the flexibility to fund strategic projects and ... -
The Contribution of Devolution of the Agricultural Sector to the Economic Empowerment of Women Mango Farmers in Mbooni Sub-county, Makueni County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Mango farming is a significant agricultural activity in Mbooni sub-county, and women play a crucial role in this sector. The purpose of this study is to examine the contribution of devolution of agricultural sector to the ... -
Women Stakeholders Participation and Performance of Community Water Development Projects Implemented by Athi Water Works Development Agency
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Water ministry has been undergoing various reforms aimed at promoting performance and sustainability of its projects. Nonetheless, there is a general acceptance that stakeholder participation influence project performance ... -
Effect of Equity Financing on Profitability of Deposit Taking Microfinance Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study sought to establish the effect of equity financing on profitability of deposit taking microfinance banks in Kenya. It was based on correlational research design. This study targeted 14 deposit taking microfinance ... -
Digital Innovations and Market Penetration at KCB Bank Kenya Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2023)In today's dynamic business landscape, innovations, particularly digital innovations, play a crucial role in driving progress and market advancements. Digital innovations offer significant benefits to firms, particularly ... -
The Effects of Cybercrime on Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of Kenya's economy. However, due to their nature of business operations SMEs typically lower their costs on information technology to the extent that they outsource any ...