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The Relationship Between Economic Growth and Stock Market Development: the Case of Nairobi Stock Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2011)
The stock market is a common feature of a modem economy and performs functions which are thought to promote the growth and development of the economy. It plays an important role in the growth of commerce and industry which ...
Adoption of Agent Banking Services Among Residents of Kawangware Area in Nairobi - Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2011)
Agent banking took effect in Kenya in May 2010 after the publication of Prudential Guidelines (PG 15) by the Central Bank of Kenya. Agent banking has been practiced in a number of Countries such as Brazil, Columbia and ...
Electronic Procurement Adoption: the Case of Kenya Ports Authority
(University of Nairobi, 2011)
The supply chain of any organization is a vital component of the whole business cycle.
The maritime sector and KPA in particular is not an exception to this regard. This sector
offers employment both directly and indirectly ...
Challenges of Strategy Implementation at Safaricom Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2011-10)
Many organizations today are focusing on becoming more competitive; by launching
competitive strategies that give them an edge over others as influence the organization's
performance which is essential of survival. For ...
Commercial Electricity Supply Chain Management Practices in Kenya
(2011)
Supply Chain Management (SCM) has emerged to be one of the areas of enhancing efficiency in an organization. According to Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC), the increasing operational complexities within the electric ...
Application of Porter’s Competitive Strategies in the Matatu Transport Industry in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2011)
In Nairobi Kenya, Matatu industry is one of the sectors that have experienced exponential growth in the recent past. Nairobi has the highest number of Matatu routes. Matatu operators face competition not only amongst ...
Factors Influencing Outsourcing Strategies at Professional Membership Based Institutions: a Case of the Kenya Institute of Management
(University of Nairobi, 2011-09)
Outsourcing is the strategic use of outside resources to perform activities that are usually
handled by internal staff and resources. By using a well managed outsourcing agreement,
companies can gain a lot of benefits ...
A Test of Relationship Between Capital Structure and Agency Costs: Evidence From the Nairobi Stock Exchange
(2011-09)
The financing decision is one of the most important roles played by a modern finance
manager as it determines the value of a firm. Managers strive to maintain a capital
structure that maximizes the shareholders wealth ...
Competitive Strategies Adopted by Small and Medium Handcrafts Exporters in Kenya
(2011-11)
To grow and thrive in today’s competitive environment, organizations must deal with several major challenges that have been caused by increased competition in their industries. In order to survive in the competitive ...
Factors That Influence Outsourcing Strategy in Kenya Power and Lighting Company Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2011)
Faced with global competition and increased customer awareness, companies have been
forced to adopt cutting-edge strategies to survive in the turbulent environment. Managers
need to use only those practices that ensure ...