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A Comparative Analysis of Performance of Negative and Positive Socially Screened Portfolios at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Studies in Kenya have shown the need to embrace Socially Responsible Investing at the
NSE. This study sought to form a Negative and Positive Screened Portfolio at the NSE
and compare the performance of the two portfolios. ...
The Effect of Intangible Assets Intensity on Volatility of Stock Prices for Firms Listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
The objective of this study is to evaluate the effect of intangible assets intensity on the
volatility of stock prices for firms listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange. The study
checks if the intensity of intangible ...
The Relationship Between Public Debt and Foreign Direct Investments in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015-10)
Public debt is one of the main macroeconomic indicators, which forms countries’ image
in international markets. Public debt remains one of the major economic policy issues
confronting the governments of poor countries ...
The Effect of Credit Referencing on Non Performing Loans Among the Microfinance Institutions in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
The primary function of financial institution is mobilizing deposits from surplus units to deficit units in the form of loan and advances to various sectors such as agricultural, industry, personal and governments. Thus, ...
The Influence of Demographic Characteristics on Performance of Academic Employees in Kenyatta University
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
The success of the universities depends upon solid functioning, faithfulness and involved academicians regarding high level of teaching and research. Provision of workforce to the different sectors countrywide is possible ...
Determinants of Smallholder Maize Farmers’ Adaptation Strategies to Climate Change in Bahati Sub-county, Nakuru County, Kenya
(University Of Nairobi, 2015)
Kenya‘s agricultural sector contributes significantly to the economy which directly contributes 26 percent of the annual Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and another 25 percent indirectly. The sector accounts for 65 percent ...
Strategies That Are Used by the Horticultural Crops Directorate (Hcd) in Kenya to Increase Exports
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
The objective of the research is to identify strategies that are used by the Horticultural
Crops Directorate to increase horticultural exports from Kenya. As the environment
and market conditions changes with time, ...
Learning Gain and Inquiry Based Approach to Teaching in Secondary Schools in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
The purpose of this study was to investigate the impact of inquiry based teaching on learning gain in biology in Kenyan secondary school. The objectives of the study were: (a) to determine if IBT approach results in improved ...
Value Chain Framework and Competitive Advantage in Kenya Airways Ltd
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
Given today‘s economic environment, greater operational cost efficiency is key to all organizations. This has driven a significant change in hiring demand and requirements for most businesses, causing companies to re-evaluate ...
The Relationship Between Asset Quality and Profitability of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2015)
The objective of this study was to examine the relationship between asset quality and financial performance of commercial banks in Kenya. The study employed a descriptive research design. The data were obtained from secondary ...