School of Business: Recent submissions
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Effects of Corporate Governance on the Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Corporate governance theories suggest a positive relationship between corporate governance and financial performance. Financial performance is an outcome of good corporate governance practices adopted by firms. The study ... -
Credit Management Techniques and Loans Performance of Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Effective credit management strategies are of utmost significance across both micro and macro-operational scales. It is essential to acknowledge that the apportionment of credit may entail heightened costs for borrowers ... -
Diversification Strategy and Service Delivery of Level Five Hospitals in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study was set out to provide an investigation of the influence of diversification strategy on service delivery of level five Hospitals in Nairobi County, Kenya. Four aspects of diversification strategy that were covered ... -
Cultural Adaptation Strategies in the Market Penetration by Unilever Kenya Ltd
(University of Nairobi, 2023)In today's highly competitive business environment, achieving market penetration is a crucial objective for companies seeking to expand their operations and establish a strong presence in new markets. One essential factor ... -
The Effect of Accounting Information System on Financial Reporting Quality in Housing Cooperative Societies in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Quality financial reporting reflects comprehensive and transparent financial information over a specific period so as not to mislead investors in their decision-making. As management, investors, shareholders, investors, ... -
Staff Technical Capacity, Budgetary Allocation, Stakeholders’ and Management Participation and Performance of Innovative Projects for the Elderly in Kiambu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Monitoring and evaluation practices is essential in measuring the achievement of a project. Most organisations, such as NGOs, private business firms, and government institutions, have adopted Monitoring and Evaluation ... -
Effect of Foreign Exchange Rate Risk on Financial Performance of Listed Firms at the Nairobi Securities Exchange, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Fluctuations in exchange rates can affect various aspects of the company's financial performance, leading to implications for profitability, cash flows and overall financial stability. One key area where foreign exchange ... -
Strategic Planning Practices and Service Delivery in Nairobi County Government, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The Nairobi County government is mandated to provide services like health, education and infrastructure. However, in service delivery the Nairobi County government faces numerous challenges. The health services pause a ... -
The Effect of Credit Risk Management on the Financial Performance of Deposit Taking Microfinance Institutions in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)This study aimed to investigate the influence of credit risk management on the financial performance of deposit-taking microfinance institutions (DTMIs) in Kenya. Drawing on theories including credit risk theory, agency ... -
The Effect of Firm Characteristics on Financial Distress of Selected Retail Supermarket Chains in Nairobi City County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Company under financial distress plunges into a strained cash situation and is unable to pay debts as they become due, this state of affairs can compel an organization into liquidation or bankruptcy. A company’s ability ... -
Operations Responsiveness and Competitive Advantage of Fast-moving Consumer Goods Manufacturers in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The study set to find how operations responsiveness and competitive advantage interacts among fast-moving consumer goods manufacturers in industrial area, Nairobi, Kenya. Dynamic capability, resource dependence and open ... -
Effect of Capital Structure on Equity Risk Premium of Listed Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Where the capital structure has a higher composition of equity, a firm experiences low market risk which leads to a lower equity risk premium. Commercial banks in Kenya have experienced high fluctuations in their capital ... -
Digital Banking and Financial Performance of Listed Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between digital banking and financial performance of listed commercial banks in Kenya. The study employed both cross sectional and longitudinal research designs. The ... -
Influence of Strategic Management Practices on Competitive Advantage of Large Supermarket Chains in Nairobi County
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Though retailing has transformed in the recent past to one sector that has grown in prominence as a major economic driver especially in developing economies, it still remains erratic with increasingly fickle shopper loyalties ... -
Effect of Risk Based Auditing on Financial Reporting Quality of Oil Marketing Firms in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)With an evolving financial landscape and increasing demands for transparency and accountability, it becomes imperative to understand the impact of risk-based auditing on the quality of financial reporting, especially in ... -
Influence of Strategy on Organizational Structure of Protestant Confession Churches in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The relationship between strategy and organization structure is a key component to the success of any organization. Strategy thrives in an organization with the right structure, management is therefore required to align ... -
Effect of Asset Allocation Decisions on Portfolio Performance of Unit Trusts in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)The financial landscape of Kenya, like many emerging economies, is characterized by a diverse array of investment instruments, with unit trusts becoming increasingly significant. Understanding how asset allocation decisions ... -
The Effects of Interest Rate Spread and Financial Performance of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Commercial banks have a crucial role in the allocation and distribution of economic resources on a global scale. Interest rates play a crucial role in shaping the financial landscape of commercial banks and are significant ... -
Challenges of Implementing Performance Contracting Strategy at Impact Research and Development Organisation, Kisumu County Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Performance contracting is a strategy designed to manage performance and also a distinct element of organizational reforms. Despite the importance of performance contracting strategy, challenges such as a culture of ... -
Mobile Technology and Globalization of Financial Inclusion by NCBA Bank, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2023)Global financial inclusion is considered essential for promoting sustainable economic development and reducing poverty, as it enables individuals and businesses to access financial services that help them manage their ...