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An Investigation into the presence of market timing in configuration of capital structures by companies listed at the NSE
(Strathmore University, 2019)The study sought to examine whether over or undervaluation of securities drove capital structure decisions with a focus on companies that offered corporate debt and rights issues for the period between 2006-2016. Main study ... -
An Investigation into the use of cooking gas by public boarding secondary schools in Nairobi, Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2012)The objective of this research is to investigate the use of LPG in Kenyan public institutions, following the government campaign to encourage its use. In particular, the research seeks to understand the usage of cooking ... -
An Investigation into the Virtues of Airline Pilot Training
(Strathmore University, 2016)That the world has become a global village can be seen in the exponential rise in air travel over the last few years and this trend is expected to continue into the foreseeable future. Aviation industry has done a lot, ... -
An Investigation into the Work Ethic of Millennials Using a Wojtylan Model
(Strathmore University, 2016)Various studies have explored perceptions of work ethic outside the original Protestant Work Ethic developed by the German sociologist Max Weber, which has certain limitations in terms of appreciation of the value of work ... -
An investigation of clinical knowledge management practices at the Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi
(Strathmore University, 2016)Globalization has had a lot of impact on the management of various organizations, and the health care sector is not exempt. In the era of knowledge economy, management of knowledge has become a significant tool for ... -
Investigation of healthcare marketing communication channels used for hypertension in low income setting in Nairobi County
(Strathmore University, 2016)Hypertension is a chronic non communicable disease and its prevalence is on an alarming rise in Kenya, Africa and globally. It is noted to be the number one risk factor for global mortality, a position reiterated by numerous ... -
An investigation of healthcare systems and institutional performance vulnerability and variance to leadership and governance interventions : a case of the IPPF Ghana and Kenya chapters
(Strathmore University, 2016)There is a growing recognition that the global health agenda needs to shift from an emphasis on disease-specific approaches to strengthening of health systems. Building leadership, management and governance capacities ... -
An investigation of the effects of human based knowledge management on staff productivity in Kenyan banks
(Strathmore University, 2015)In Kenya, the business of banking is competitive, and within a 1 kilometre radius in Nairobi’s Central Business District, all 43 banks have a presence. However, with Bank’s offering the same products and services in a ... -
An investigation of the evolving stock market efficiency in the Nairobi Stock Exchange for the period 2001-2010
(Strathmore University, 2012)This paper conducts a number of statistical tests to investigate the weak form efficiency of the Nairobi Stock Exchange (NSE) and analyze for any change in its pricing efficiency after the introduction of several capital ... -
An investigation of the existing business models of Small Private Security Companies in Kenya: a Case Study of mark patrol (Kenya) Limited
(Strathmore University, 2013-07)This dissertation investigates the existing business models of the small private security company (PSC) in Kenya, guided by the fact that PSCs operate in an industry with high growth potential and negligible regulatory ... -
An investigation of the factors associated with needlestick injuries in two county referral hospitals in Nairobi
(Strathmore University, 2016)The health care working environment carries with it a considerable risk of occupational hazards. These hazards include biological, physical, chemical, radiation and psychological hazards. Biological hazards is the most ... -
An Investigation of the factors influencing the financial performance of non-life insurance business in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2018)The study aimed at establishing the extent to which different factors affect the financial performance of non-life insurers in Kenya. The study used return on equity as the measure for financial performance since from a ... -
An Investigation of the factors that influence Staffroom culture and its impact on the Kenya Certificate of Primary Education Performance: a case study of Kianda School
(Strathmore University, 2008)Teachers play a key role in the development of a country. Teaching is the essential profession, the one that makes all other professions possible. Well qualified, caring and committed teachers are needed in order to ensure ... -
An investigation of the influence of electronic human resource systems knowledge level on employee performance management process: a case of network service equipment provider companies in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2016)Electronic HR (e-HR) systems is a form of technology that allows HR professionals to assimilate an organization’s human resources policies and processes in order to expand overall human resource service supply. The aim of ... -
An investigation of the influence of talent management practices on retention of healthcare professionals at Kijabe Mission Hospital, Kiambu
(Strathmore University, 2016)Retention involves all the processes that are geared towards making an employee want to stay within an organization. This process is dependent on how that organization attracts, selects, develops and retains its best ... -
An investigation of the key factors affecting the growth of small engineering consulting firms in the construction industry in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2016-06)This study investigated the key factors affecting the growth of small engineering consulting companies (ECC) that serve the construction industry in Kenya. Data was collected from 71 owners/directors of small engineering ... -
Investigations on the investor choices of Public Service Vehicles in Nairobi
(Strathmore University, 2016-05)The Public Service Vehicle (PSV) investors in Kenya are few but have a great impact on the country‘s economy through employment, taxes and efficiencies to enable the country to move. The gains on the industry over the years ... -
Investing in wireless communications: POPOTE Wireless Case
Landlines are very much in demand as they are cost effective. Due to the difficulties experienced in obtaining landlines in the past, many Kenyans rely on mobile phones for their communication needs. This is where the ... -
Investing in wireless communications: POPOTE wireless case
(Strathmore University, 2007)Landlines are very much in demand as they are cost effective. Due to the difficulties experienced in obtaining landlines in the past, many Kenyans rely on mobile phones for their communication needs. This is where the ... -
Investment governance of public sector pension funds
(Strathmore University, 2012)This study sought to examine investment governance in public sector pension schemes. The interest to undertake this study was motivated by media reports and concerns about the underfunding and poor investment returns in ...
