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An investigation into the relationship between corporate governance and dividend policies of firms listed in the Nairobi Stock Exchange
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)The effect of corporate governance on firm performance and thus dividends has long been of great interest to financiers, economists, behavioural scientists, legal practitioners and business operators. Yet there is no ... -
An investigation into the relationship between mathematical ability and mathematical achievement of standard seven children of Kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment of Arts, 1982)This thesis investigated the relationship between Mathematical Ability and Mathematical Achievement in standard seven pupils of Kenya. It further investigated performance differences among pupils attending different types ... -
An investigation into the relationship between quality improvement and financial performance for commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of NairobiSchool of Business, University of Nairobi, 2005)The methods and techniques of quality management are spreading at an ever-increasing rate throughout all aspects of business banking sector. This spread is fuelled by many factors: Legislative, Competitive, Marketing, ... -
An Investigation Into The Relationship Between Risk And Return Of Companies Listed Under The Various Market Segments: The Case Of The Nairobi Stock Exchange"
(University of Nairobi, 2001)The principal objective of this study was to establish the whether there exist any difference in terms of risk and returns o f companies listed in under two market segments namely ; the main investment market segment at ... -
An investigation into the relationship between single mothers and their children and abuse of alcohol in Lang’ata, Nairobi.
(University of Nairobi, 2014)In Kenya, there have been reports of rising cases of substance and alcohol abuse amongst adults and young people especially teenagers. According to the National Campaign Against Drug Abuse Authority (NACADA), approximately ... -
An investigation into the relationship between stakeholders' involvement in projects and project success: the case of James finaly Kenya Limited, Kericho, Kenya
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Investigation into the residual strength of reworked reinforcement bars in reinforced concrete structures
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2007)Reinforced concrete is a major material of construction in this country. A key component of this material is steel reinforcing bars. Sometimes these bars are bent wrongly, straightened and re-bent, resulting in the altering ... -
An Investigation Into the Retail Network Planning Strategies Along Major Petroleum Marketers in Kenya
(University of NairobiDepartment of Business Administration, 2002)The study sought to investigate the retail network planning strategies among major petroleum marketers in Kenya. A major petroleum marketer was defined for the purpose of this study as being any marketer registered ... -
An Investigation Into the Reverse Stock Splits at the Nairobi Securities Exchange, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2012)This study investigates the need for introducing reverse stock splits at the Nairobi Securities exchange , Kenya. As most companies at the NSE have relatively large number of outstanding shares or their share prices are ... -
An investigation into the role of corporate communication in organizational growth: a case study of the National Oil Corporation of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2012)This study sought to investigate the role of corporate communication in organizational growth using the case study of the National Oil Corporation of Kenya (NOCK). Corporate communication is fast gaining popularity among ... -
An Investigation Into the Role of Deposit Insurance in Kenya's Banking Sector Stability
(School of business,University of Nairobi, 2003)This paper focuses on the relationship between deposit insurance and systemic stability in the banking system, drawing on the Kenyan experience. Specifically the paper seeks to establish whether the introduction of ... -
An Investigation Into the Role of Improvisation in Information Technology Project Management in Small & Medium Enterprises in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2010)Project Management standards and practices such as the Project Management Body of Knowledge from PMI and PRINCE2 a standard for information systems project management provide guidance and tools for the effective management ... -
An Investigation Into the Role of Kenya National Audit Office ( Kenao) in Ensuring Good Corporate Governance in State Corporations Through Audit
(University of Nairobi, School of Business, 2008-11)The objective of the study was to establish the current status of corporate governance audit of state corporations in Kenya by KENAO. To satisfy the research objectives the author used a descriptive research design ... -
An investigation into the role of planning in managing delays in construction projects
(University of NairobiDepartment of Building Economics and Management, 2004)In the construction industry the success of a construction project call be measured using the criteria of time, quality and cost. Among these, time is the most challenging and indeed construction projects have continued ... -
An investigation into the role of radio broadcast in using behaviour change communication to deal with hate speech in Kenya; the case of Nation Media Group
(University of Nairobi, Kenya, 2011)In partial fulfillment of a coursework in M.A Degree in Comn:unication Studies at the University of Nairobi, I come up with the idea of tackling Hate Speech. Thus hatched a topic entitled, An investigation into the role ... -
An investigation into the role of socioeconomic factor in slum management programmes; A case of Kibera-Soweto east Nairobi Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)Slums continue to pose the greatest challenges to the urban areas of developing countries Kenya included. As a result, Kenya has an elaborate slum upgrading strategy which aims inter-alia at improving the physical and ... -
An Investigation Into the Role of the Kenyan Judiciary in Enhancing the Right to Housing Under a Transformative Constitution
(University Of Nairobi, 2016)The 27th of August, 2010 ushered in a new dawn: Kenya through its leadership promulgated the Constitution of Kenya, 2010, which has been hailed as a transformative Constitution. The foresaid event marked the beginning of ... -
An investigation into the role of women in preservation of indigenous vegetables using traditional methods among the Luo of east Alego, western Kenya
(University of Nairobi.Institute of Anthropology, Gender and African Studies, 2010-11)The mam study was designed to investigate the women's role in preservation of indigenous vegetables using traditional methods. Fieldwork was conducted in East Alego Location, Western Kenya. The main objectives of the ... -
An investigation into the role of women in the management of the constituency development fund in Westlands, Nairobi
(Department of Sociology, 2010)This study investigated the role of women in the management of the Constituency Development Fund in Westlands constituency, Nairobi. The CDF was set up by the government under the CDF Act 2003. The main aim of its ... -
An investigation into the safety management practices on construction sites (case study: Nairobi area)
(University of NairobiDepartment of Real Estate and Construction Management, 2008)The construction industry is considered as one of the most hazardous industrial sectors wherein the construction workers are more prone to accidents. In developed countries, there is strict legal enforcement of safety ...