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Factors influencing the type and occurrence of fraud in deposit taking SACCOs in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019)Studies have established that a knowledge gap exists with regard to factors influencing fraud occurrence and the types of fraud in SACCOs in Kenya. The aim of the study was to establish the factors influencing the type and ... -
Assessment of employee productivity as a determinant of stock performance of Kenyan listed companies offering Employee Share Ownership Plans
(Strathmore University, 2019)The study sought to assess whether Employee Productivity is a determinant of stock performance of Kenyan listed companies offering employee share ownership plans. The premise of the study is that, to be economically viable, ... -
Analysis of factors affecting adoption of agency banking among micro, small and medium sized enterprises in Nairobi County - a case study of Gikomba Market
(Strathmore University, 2019)Agency banking as a comparatively new model in Kenya has attracted attention from researchers due of the contribution it has towards financial inclusion. Lack of adequate finances has been identified as one of the challenges ... -
Influence of Total Quality Management practices on performance of hotels; case of star rated hotels in greater Nairobi region
(Strathmore University, 2019)Hospitality is one of the most vibrant industries in Kenya that has positively contributed to the economy through increased tourism earnings, creating employment and providing foreign exchange. The industry has experienced ... -
Investment preferences over the individual lifecycle: a case of private universities in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019)This research sought to investigate the investment behavior of individuals over the lifecycle. It had three objectives; to investigate the investment preferences over the lifecycle, to investigate factors influencing the ... -
Assessment of factors affecting residential real estate prices in Nairobi County
(Strathmore University, 2019)The study analyzes the effect of selected economic factors on real estate market in Kenya. House prices in Kenya have continued to rise over the past years. The study employed both cross sectional and time series data ... -
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 ... -
The Effects of working capital management efficiency in listed companies on the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(Strathmore University, 2019)Efficient working capital management is a pre-requisite for enhancement of shareholders’ value and has a direct correlation with the firm’s profitability and as a consequence, the shareholders’ wealth maximization objective. ... -
Effects of performance appraisal systems on employee performance of multinational companies in Nairobi County
(Strathmore University, 2019)To gain a competitive advantage in a rapidly changing global economy, multinational firms are increasingly promoting high levels of employee performance through conducting effective performance appraisals. Performance ... -
Influence of growth strategies on performance of public universities in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019)The study’s main objective was to investigate the influence of growth strategies on performance of public universities in Kenya. Ansoff’s growth strategies were explored. The study was grounded on Ansoff’s growth-vector ... -
Influence of relationship marketing on customer loyalty in the telecommunication industry in Dar es salaam, Tanzania
(Strathmore University, 2019)The telecommunication industry in Tanzania is fast growing and has revolutionized the way people communicate, network or transact. This growth has led to a stiff competition within the industry and very low switching costs ... -
The Determinants and extent of whistleblowing policy disclosures of companies listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(Strathmore University, 2019)The purpose of this study was to investigate the determinants and extent of whistleblowing policy disclosures of companies that are listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange (NSE). A disclosure index was developed and used ... -
Factors motivating the application of Sustainability Management Accounting Tools among corporations in East Africa
(Strathmore University, 2019)Sustainability Accounting is gradually gaining momentum, since then, awareness on environmental, economic and social issues in the business sector has increased mainly due to the increased pressure from stakeholders to ... -
The Influence of dynamic capabilities on firm performance of listed manufacturing firms in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019)Manufacturing firms worldwide are faced with high competition which causes them to explore new ways of re-configuring their resources so as to gain superior firm performance. Existing studies have addressed the interaction ... -
The Effect of local content policies on sustainable local development by upstream oil and gas companies in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019)Despite the massive surge of multinational companies into the African extractive sector, regions where extractive activities are occurring have remained steeped in poverty and underdevelopment. In response, developing ... -
An Event study on effects of Kenya’s varying application of Capital Gains Tax on stock market performance at Nairobi Securities Exchange
(Strathmore University, 2019)Whether CGT has a positive or negative impact on liquidity and stock returns is a puzzle stock markets across the World are yet to answer. Secondly, whether to go long or short on different portfolios held by investors ... -
Determinants of financial distress in Kenyan Commercial Banks
(Strathmore University, 2019)The recent relapse of bank failures in Kenya has been a cause for concern especially after a period of several years of stability in the banking sector. Past studies have identified key determinants of financial distress ... -
An Examination of the determinants of Key Audit Matters reported by companies listed in the Nairobi Securities Exchange
(Strathmore University, 2019-06)The financial crisis of 2008 and other monetary embarrassments like Enron and WorldCom elevated worldwide enthusiasm for improving the chronicled two passage pass/fail institutionalized audit report, necessitating development ... -
Determining the factors impacting the cost of compliance with Know Your Customer requirements in commercial banks
(Strathmore University, 2019)KYC compliance is no longer a suggestion for best practice but has instead become mandatory with regards to compliance for commercial banks in Kenya under POCAMLA 2009. Having an effective KYC requirement is a challenge ... -
Service quality and customer satisfaction: a comparative analysis of conventional and Islamic bank customers in Kenya
(Strathmore University, 2019-06)The purpose of this study was to analyse service quality and customer satisfaction by carrying out a comparative analysis between conventional and Islamic banks’ customers in Kenya. The specific objectives of this study ...
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