Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Effect of Selected Macroeconomic Volatility on Financial Performance of the Real Estate Sector in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The Kenyan real estate sector has experienced accelerated growth since the turn of the millennium. However, in the last 5 years (2017 to 2021), the performance of the real estate sector in Kenya has slowed down. This can ... -
Fundamental Properties of N-power Operators and Their Characterization
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The project will study class of n-power operators and their properties. The study will focus n-power normal operators, n-power hyponormal operators,npower posinormal operators,n-power quasi-normal operators and n-power ... -
Influence of Mergers and Acquisitions on Competitive Advantage in the Insurance Industry in Kenya: a Case of Uap-old Mutual Group
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Mergers and acquisitions continue to shape local and international business due to changes in the operating environment. The objective of the study was to determine the influence of mergers and acquisition on competitive ... -
Influence of Decentralization of Teachers Service Commission Functions on Service Delivery in Public Secondary Schools in Tigania West Sub-county, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The purpose of the study was to investigate influence of decentralization of Teachers Service Commission functions on service delivery among public secondary school teachers in Tigania West Sub-County, Kenya. The study ... -
Project Management Practices and Quality of Housing Projects in Parklands, Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The world over has in the recent past experienced a tremendous change and shift in all aspects be it technology, commerce, economy and even the construction industry. The shift has been more on customer focus and customer ... -
Strategies for Organizational Resilience During Pandemics in Small and Medium Enterprises in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)It is worth noting that availability of a strategy alone is not enough but effective implementation of resilience strategies is paramount. Establishment of strategies is not enough but proper implementation according to ... -
The Impact of Crime on Household Well-being in Diani, Msambweni Sub-county, Kwale County
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Crime is a consequential global plight restraining economic growth and social advancement. In Kenya, particularly in the coastal region, crime and additional cases coupled with general security are a barrier to the ... -
Assessing the Role of Non-military Approaches in Counterterrorism in the Horn of Africa: a Case Study of Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)With a focus on evaluating the role of non-military approaches in counterterrorism in the Horn of Africa, the study specifically sought to examine the role of non-military approaches in counterterrorism in Kenya, to examine ... -
Influence of Selected Factors on Performance of Business Studies Learners in Secondary Schools Within Mukaa Sub-county, Makueni County-kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Over the years, education has cheeped in and played a significant role in letting people acquire skills deemed necessary for a successful life. In ensuring that success is achieved, it is critically observed that academic ... -
Assessment of Copper, Manganese, Potassium and Zinc Levels in Tea Leaves and Their Infusions
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Macrominerals and microminerals serve as electrolytes, metabolic regulators and also have a structural function in the human body. Deficiency of essential elements may lead to a list of healthy complications which includes ... -
Assessment of Factors Influencing the Potential Effectiveness of a Maternal Respiratory Syncytial Virus Vaccine Program Among Women in Kilifi and Siaya, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a significant cause of severe pneumonia among infants under 6 months of age worldwide and maternal immunization is being considered as a realistic strategy for prevention. Several ... -
Effect of Financing Decisions on Performance of Deposit-taking Saccos in Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Financing decisions and performance are significant concepts among firms. Acknowledging this, several interventions have been undertaken by firm managers to address weaknesses in financing decisions. Despite the efforts ... -
Print Media Coverage of the First Female Chief Justice in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)This study sought to examine print media coverage of the first female Chief Justice in Kenya. It analyzed two of the major dailies in Kenya; Daily Nation and The Standard newspaper. The study aimed at establishing the ... -
Influence of Locus of Control on Employee Job Satisfaction at Kapa Oil Refineries Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Locus of control shows how individuals ascribe their reinforcements, the outcomes of their activities or compensations, their successes or failures. However, it is not clear whether it is also predictor of employee job ... -
The Effect of Working Capital Management on Profitability of the Manufacturing Firms Listed at The Nairobi Securities Exchange
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The main objective for carrying out this research was to establish the effect of working capital management on the profitability of the manufacturing firms that are listed at the Nairobi securities Exchange. The objectives ... -
The Influence of Board of Management in the Academic Performance of Learners in Public Secondary Schools in Kiambu Sub-county.
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Strategic Responses and Crime Management. A Case Study of SGA (K) Limited
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Private security firms have been fighting with increased crime with minimal success. This research therefore seeks to investigate on the strategic responses used by SGA to manage crime in Kenya. The research used a case ... -
Determinants of Access to Treatment Services for Anal Genital Warts Among Sex Workers Attending Kitengela Sub County Hospital, Kajiado County
(University of Nairobi, 2022)Background: Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is transmitted through skin-to- skin contact, with genital and anal sex being the most common transmission routes. Anal-genital warts (AGWs) are benign proliferative skin ... -
Risk Management and Financial Performance of General Insurers in Kenya
(2022)A significant contributor to financial turmoil and collapse in insurers was already identified as poor risk management. The insurance industry is required to follow a risk management framework set by Insurance Regulatory ... -
Factors Influencing the Performance of Youth Owned Small Businesses Initiatives: Case of Mathare Informal Settlement, Nairobi County, Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2022)The purpose of this study was to determine the factors influencing performance of youth owned businesses initiatives. More specifically, the study focused on how individual factors and business socio-ecological factors ...