Browsing BBSE Research Projects (2021) by Title
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Dynamics of asset prices in monetary policy; A case study of Kenya.
(Strathmore University, 2021)This study examines the extent to which stock returns are linked to interest rate, money supply and exchange rate in Kenya from 2000 to 2018, using GARCH (1,1). Some unanticipated results were uncovered, ultimately ... -
An econometric analysis of factors that influence the performance of green bonds in emerging markets
(Strathmore University, 2021)Developing nations are the most vulnerable to the effects of Climate change. This acts as a hindrance in the fight against poverty and improving the livelihoods of their citizens. Green bonds were created to finance ... -
Effect of corruption on social welfare issues in the Kenyan economy
(Strathmore University, 2021)Corruption has become widespread especially in developing countries and has affected their economies and growth. Due to high corruption rates in Kenya, it has put off foreign investors as well as foreign aid. Corruption ... -
Effect of external debt on inflation: the case of Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda
(Strathmore University, 2021)High inflation is considered to be a threat to growth of emerging countries. However, most of these countries need to borrow in order to cater for budget deficits and sustain economic growth. The aim of this study is to ... -
The effect of foreign direct investment on the level of carbon emissions in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2021)Foreign direct investment (FDI) can be thought of as either a blessing or a curse to the economies of countries. The study was investigating the impact FDI has on the level of carbon emissions Through FDI, growth of ... -
The effect of globalization on C02 emissions in the East African community member countries
(Strathmore University, 2021)Given that the East African Community continuous to expand and grow economically, this has led to an increase in globalisation and urbanisation in the region hence it is foreseeable that these changes would have an effect ... -
Effect of macroeconomic shocks on REITs returns
(Strathmore University, 2021)While REITs are useful investment vehicle that offer a variety of benefits , little is known about how they inter<1ct with the macroeconomic conditions in developing REITs markets. The objective of this study was to establish ... -
Effect of teacher- student gender matching on narrowing test scores gender gap in Kenyan primary schools: A quantile regression approach
(Strathmore University, 2021)In Kenya, boys outperform girls in mathematics and science while girls outperform boys in english. The gender gap in academic performance may persist and affect performance in higher learning and career choices. Research ... -
The effect of technological innovation on economic growth: Empirical evidence from Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2021)Kenya's recent classification as a Lower- middle-income country (LMIC) is proof that the economy of Kenya is growing as per the Vis on 2030 Plan set in 2008. As technological innovation development is a known factor for ... -
The Effect of urbanization, population growth and climate change on the WEF nexus using an input-output analysis and econometric modelling
(Strathmore University, 2021)The efficient allocation and consumption of resources has been of interest to the economics academic community for many years, and this is mainly attributable to the fact that, resources are a part of our everyday lives. ... -
Effectiveness of gender budgeting on gender equality: Evidence from selected sub-Saharan countries.
(Strathmore University, 2021)This paper studied and analyzed the effect, if any, of gender budgeting on gender equality. Studies have been done on the importance of gender equality to governments through growth and development but there is still ... -
Estimating the effects hydro climatic variability and its extreme events have on economic growth of Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2021)The cunent effect of climate change on economic growth needs to be understood. Climate change has affected the hydro climatic system and thus rising temperatures and unpredictable rainfall have led to hydroclimatic ... -
Firm investment, stock prices and information asymmetry in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2021)Financial markets play an important role in the production and aggregation of information. An undisputed view in economics is that asset prices incorporate information from various sources including tra~ing itself (Grossman ... -
Flood hazard mapping using GIS in Kenya- A HEC-RAS model applied to mapping the Enkare Narok River
(Strathmore University, 2021)The purpose of this project is to come up with a visual tool to aid in the visualization of flood prone areas, determine the causes of floods and estimate the total damage caused by floods in Narok town. The study uses ... -
The growth effect of external debt and FDI in sub-Saharan Africa: The role of institutional quality
(Strathmore University, 2021)Much of the literature on the relationship between external debt, FDI and economic growth focus on the direct effect external debt and FDI has on economic growth. It is difficult to find research addressing the role of ... -
How financial self-efficacy and financial attitudes affect saving behavior among Sacco members: an empirical study in Kericho County
(Strathmore University, 2021)This paper seeks to examine the impact of financial attitudes and financial self-efficacy on saving behavior. It investigates how financial attitudes affect the saving behavior, the relationship between financial ... -
ICT development and economic growth: Are southeast African countries doing enough to leverage on ICT?
(Strathmore University, 2021)ICT is fast growing across continents and has brought about aspects of economic growth within countries, particularly developed countries. Over the years, productivity has noticeably increased with businesses and governments ... -
Impact of a cashless economy in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2021)This study aims to look at the suitability of adopting a cashless economy on Kenya's economy. The objectives of this study are to find the short-term relationship between cashless payments in Kenya and the country's GDP ... -
The impact of delay in achieving the affordable housing goals
(Strathmore University, 2021)Housing plays an essential role in development of an economy, therefore, its provision is a priority for poLicy makers in a country. The Kenyan government, through the big four agenda, implemented an affordable housing ... -
The impact of efficiency of deposit-taking Sacco’s on the cost of credit in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2021)The study aimed to determine the impact of efficiency of deposit-taking SACCOs on the cost of credit in Kenya. To be more precise, establish the level of efficiency of deposit-taking SACCO establish the nexus of SACCO ...