Browsing Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, Law, Business Mgt (FoA&SS / FoL / FBM) by Subject "Nairobi"
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Key success factors in the coffeehouse business in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool Of Business, University Of Nairobi, 2009-09)The coffeehouse business is a novel industry in Nairobi and Kenya at large which has experienced phenomenal growth in recent years. Competition has stiffened as new players enter the market and as existing players expand ... -
Language as a tool of abuse against women: the case of the language of matatu touts and University students in Nairobi
(Department of Linguistic and African Languages, University of Nairobi, 2003-09)A notable percentage of men in the society use language to marginalize abuse and demean women. This study is an attempt to study the role of English Kiswahili and Sheng languages in promoting and sustaining the above and ... -
Language attitude in Urban Kenya: The case of Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa
(Department of Linguistic and African Languages, University of Nairobi, 2008)This study attempted a survey of language attitudes in urban Kenya. It mainly focused on Nairobi, Kisumu and Mombasa. The problem that the study sought to address was the place of attitudes in the process of language ... -
Lean Supply Chain Practices in Urban Road Construction Projects: a Case of Class ‘a’ Road Construction Companies in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi,School of Business, 2012)A study was carried out to establish the lean supply chain practices in urban road construction projects among class “A” road construction companies in Nairobi County. The study aimed at achieving two objectives: To determine ... -
Management of used oil and oil filters
(Department of Civil Engineering, University of Nairobi, 2007-07)This thesis is a study of used oil and used oil filters in selected parts of Nairobi City. Approximately 26.6 million litres of used-oil is generated annually by automobiles during servicing and a further 750,000 litres ... -
Managerial response to deregulation of the cooperative sector: the case of savings and credit cooperative societies (saccos) in Nairobi
(School of Business, University of Nairobi, 2001-08)This study had two objectives namely:- (i) To identify the impact of a deregulated cooperative sector on the management of Savings and Credit Cooperative Societies (SACCOs) in Nairobi; (ii) To find out the measures that ... -
Perception of Brand Equity of Daily Newspapers by Media Buying Agencies in Nairobi, Kenya
(School of Business, University of Nairobi, 2011-11)Brands are the basis for sustainable advantage for most organizations. Therefore, the perception that a brand attracts can make or break it. The purpose of this study was to look at the perception that media buyers have ... -
The perception of supermarkets in Nairobi on the use of e-marketing
(School of Business, University of Nairobi, 2001-07)This study was conducted with the objective of determining the awareness of e-marketing by the supermarkets in Nairobi. The study also set to determine the perception of supermarkets in Nairobi on the use of e-marketing ... -
Positioning Strategies Adopted by Five Star Hotels in Nairobi, Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool Of Business, University Of Nairobi, 2012-10)This research project investigates the positioning strategies adopted by five star hotels in Nairobi, Kenya to stay competent in the stiff competitive market in the hotel industry. The study has been conducted by considering ... -
Procurement performance measurement systems: A survey of large manufacturing companies in Nairobi
(School of Business, University of Nairobi, 2005-11)The Procurement function can hardly be ignored in any manufacturing enterprise. Modem manufacturing thinking highly associate prudent procurement practices to profitability of the enterprise. This is because most financial ... -
The relationship between benchmarking and financial performance of Sacco’s in Nairobi
(School of Business, University of Nairobi, 2010-11)Given that the inherent advantages of SACCOs in terms of flexibility and proximity to their markets are no longer sufficient to ensure their competitiveness in the new global economy, the adoption of new business practices ... -
Responses off micro and small enterprises to business opportunities in Kenya:The case of metal workers in Gikomba Jua-Kali in Nairobi
(School of Business, University of Nairobi, 2007-09)Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) has become a major contributor to the world‟s economy. Many countries have embraced the sector as a significant contributor in employment creation, Gross Domestic Produce and a pool from ... -
Road traffic accidents and conflicts on some T-junctions in Nairobi
(Department of Civil Engineering, University of Nairobi, 1989)The study was based on accidents and conflicts on some selected T-junctions in Nairobi. The objectives of the study were: to study accidents and conflicts on selected T-junctions with a view to understanding the problems ... -
The role of community Based Organizations in the care and support to orphans and vulnerable children (OVCs) in the Pumwani slums of Nairobi
(Department of Sociology, University of Nairobi, 2008-10)This study on the role of community based organizations in the care and support to orphans and vulnerable children (OVCs) was conducted in Pumwani slums areas, Nairobi North District. The study aimed at assessing the ... -
The role of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOS) in the rehabilitation of street children in Nairobi
(1998-09)This study is about Undugu Society of Kenya, a local NGO in the rehabilitation of street children in Nairobi, Kenya. It is a descriptive investigation covering the history of the establishment, the characteristics of the ... -
Strategic management practices in small and medium enterprises at Kariobangi light industries, Nairobi
(School of Business, University of Nairobi, 2011)Strategic Management is a relatively new concept in management. Its relevance has gained currency with increased competition among industry players where firms aim at gaining competitive advantage over rivals in order ... -
Strategic responses by private hospitals in Nairobi to changes in external environment
(School of Business, University of Nairobi, 2012-07)Hospitals are an important source of critical health care services, providing both basic and advanced care for the population. Given that businesses do not exist in a vacuum, several factors influence the core conduct ... -
Strategic responses to changes in the external environment by the matatu subsector within Nairobi central business district
(School of Business, University of Nairobi, 2012-11)The objective of this study was to determine the strategic responses adopted by Matatu operators to changes in the external environment. The study also seeks to identify the external environmental challenges faced by the ... -
Strategies adopted by SMEs in global entrepreneurship
(School of Business, University of Nairobi, 2012-11)The changing global environment has led to more competition, increased product choice, increased customer demand, lower prices, product innovations and information technology. Companies face intense competition from domestic ... -
Strategies used by Matatus in Nairobi to gain competitive advantage
(School of Business, University of Nairobi, 2012-11)Firms need competitive strategies to enable them overcome the competitive challenges they experience in the environment where they operate. A competitive strategy therefore enables a firm to gain competitive advantage ...