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Communication constraints faced by staff in Kenyan public universities

Mamuli, Laura C.; Mustosto, Stanley N.; Namasaka, David B.; Odhiambo, Odera (2013-03)

This study sought to investigate effective communication constraints faced by staff in public universities. The study location wasin Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST), Kenya. The study sample ...
An assessment of the impact of corporate social responsibility on the strategic intent at Standard Chartered bank Kenya limited.

Ratemo, Zacharia N.; Gathungu, James M. (2013-05)

This study specifically assessed the impact of CSR on the strategic intent at Standard Chartered Bank Kenya Limited. The objectives of the study were to establish the nature of CSR programmes that SCB engages in and evaluate ...
Assessment of corporate management practices in public universities in Kenya

Ombuki, Charles N.; Waswa, Fuchaka; Migosi, Joash A.; Metet, Joseph (Academic Journals, 2013-05)

In order to continue attracting and retaining high - class intellectual power and hence guarantee quality service delivery, public univer sity management will need to change and adjust in line with increasing local ...
The constraints faced by staff in effective communication in Kenyan public universities

Mamuli, Laura C.; Mustosto, Stanley N.; Namasaka, David B.; Odera, John O. (European Centre for Research Training and Development UK, 2013-06)

This study was conducted at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology.It was designed to investigate the constraints faced by Staff ineffective Communication in Kenyan public universities.The study specifically ...
Assessment of factors affecting disbursement of public funds for rural road projects in Kenya – a case study of Nakuru County

Ndirangu, Antony W.; Legishion, Jacquelyne J.; Kiplagat, Peula J. (2013-10)

Economic development of any country depends mainly on its infrastructure. Government of Kenya’s Vision 2030 aspires for the country to be firmly interconnected through a network of roads, railways, ports, airports, ...
Factors influencing individual investor behaviour during initial public offers in Kenya

Ndirangu, Antony W.; Ouma, Barrack; Munyaka, Felix G. (IJECM Pub UK, 2014)

Kenyan equity market exhibits trends of over-subscriptions during Initial Public Offer (IPO) in the recent years. Though the profit gains in IPOs are dismal in the short run and majority of Kenyan retail investors are also ...
The relationship between capital budgeting techniques and financial performance of companies listed at the Nairobi stock exchange, Kenya

Munyao, Albanus; Kalui, Fredrick M.; Ngeta, Jacqueline (2014)

The general objective of the study was to find out the relationship between capital budgeting techniques and financial performance of companies listed in the Nairobi Stock Exchange. The specific objectives of the study ...
Effect of loyalty programs on customer loyalty: insights from experts literature and findings

Yatundu, Faraji A.; Nurwin, R. F. (2014)

Due to the complexity that has been experienced in customer retention organizations have been forced to craft strategies that can be employed to keep the customers longer. A number of papers relating to relationship marketing ...
Role of supplier development in effectiveness of procurement function: a case of National Cereal and Produce Board

Ochieng, Vincent O. (2014-03)

This paper presents a case study employing both qualitative and quantitative study of role of supplier development in procurement effectiveness from the buyer perspective. Specifically, it seeks to investigate the role ...
Barriers to effective implementation of vendor managed inventory among supermarkets in Kenya

Ochieng, Vincent O.; Wanjihia, Daniel (2014-04)

Vendor managed inventory (VMI), also known as continuous replenishment or supplier-managed inventory, is one of the most widely discussed partnering initiatives for encouraging collaboration and information sharing among ...
Corporate Social Responsibility: Intentions and Practice

Wamitu, Susan N. (Scientific Research Publishing, 2014-04)

CSR is the continued commitment by a business to behave ethically and contribute to the economic development and welfare of the society while at the same time improves the quality of life of its workforce, their families ...
Factors Influencing Outsourcing Of Logistics Services By Manufacturi ng Firms Listed In The Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE)

Mogire, Eric M.; Gakure, Roselyn (2014-04)

Outsourcing has emerged as one of the popular and widely used business strategy of this globalized era. After exhausting the traditional modes of cost cutting, outsourcing has become the most favoured avenue for cost ...
An assessment of factors influencing selection of suppliers of raw materials in manufacturing industry in Kenya: a case of the East African Breweries Limited

Ateka, Obed; Ochieng, Vincent O. (2014-06)

Quality of a firm’s products is ultimately impacted by the commitment to providing quality raw materials by suppliers. Cost/price of raw materials is directly related to the overall operation costs of the firm and its net ...
Institutions and food security: the contribution of community-based organisations in Kenya’s rural areas

Mutukaa, Samuel K.; Mubangizi, B. C. (South African Association of Public Administration and Management (SAAPAM), 2014-06)

Food insecurity continues to plague Kenya's rural arid and semi-arid lands, which are vulnerable to market and climatic shocks. The majority of Kenya's population lives in rural areas and depends on agriculture for survival. ...
Moderating Role Of Entrepreneurial Training On The Relationship Between Government Regulations And Entrepreneurial Orientation Of Small And Medium Enterprises In Kenya

Kimando, Lawrence N.; Wanjau, Kenneth L.; Sakwa, Maurice (2014-07)

Small and Medium Enterprises in Kenya, play a key role in the economic development, being the source of income generation through the provision of new job opportunities, industrial change and innovation, stimulating ...
Influence of Technology Adoption on Entrepreneurial Orientation amongst SMEs Operators in Kenya

Kimando, Lawrence N.; Wanjau, Kenneth L.; Sakwa, Maurice; Kihoro, John M. (2014-07)

Small and Medium Enterprises are important for economic development and jobs creation in Kenya. They face a common challenge and as a result there is need to improve on their technological advancement and innovation. The ...
Impact Of Government Expenditure On Private Investment In Kenya

Ombuki, Charles N.; Njuru, Stephen G.; Wawire, Nelson; Okeri, Susan (2014-08)

Kenya‟s investment by private individuals and firms has not been sustainable since the country attained independence. This rather sorry state of affairs has raised concern to the government since investment is considere d ...
A critical analysis of the use of the merger strategy on government Parastatals in Kenya

Warui, Stephen K.; Mungara, Maria; Kimemia, Martin; Misango, Sedina B. (2014-09)

There are many advantages that come with the application of the merger strategy, but at the same time, there are disadvantages that come with it. The disadvantages are not building blocks to success of government parastatals ...
Role of Ethics in Procurement Process Effectiveness in the Water Sector in Kenya: (A Case Study of EWASCO, Embu County)

Njagi, Eunice G.; Ndolo, Jackson (ExcelingTech Publisher, London, 2014-09)

This paper is part of a study that sought to establish factors that affect effectiveness of the procurement process in water companies. The particular factors identified were documentation, electronic procurement, staff ...
Are Kenyans Suffering from Procurement Nightmare Culture?

Njagi, Eunice G.; Ndolo, Jackson (ExcelingTech Publisher, London, 2014-09)

The public procurement system in Kenya has never been subjected to negative publicity as in the recent past. This has been so due to the over reported mega corruption related cases though in many cases no evidence has ever ...

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