Business Administration Research Papers/Topics

Cash management practice, SACCO size and Kenya’s deposit taking saving and credit co-operatives financial sustainability

Abstract Deposit taking Savings and Credit Co-operatives (SACCO) are solution to social dilemmas like abject poverty, living standards and unemployment. Nevertheless, 14 percent do not maintain sound cash management practices despite SACCOs oversight authority in Kenya offering guidelines and supervision to the enterprises that would assist in maintaining their financial sustainability. This necessitated for the evaluation of the moderating effect of SACCO size on cash management practice an...

Effect of Stakeholder Involvement on Change Management in the National Police Service in Nakuru County, Kenya

Abstract This study intendedto determine effect of stakeholder involvement on change management in National Police Service in Nakuru County. The study was guided by stakeholder’s theory. The study employed descriptive survey design and correlational research design. The target population was 65 respondents comprising of 1 County commander and 9 Divisional commanders under The Kenya Police category, 1 County commander, 11 District commanders, 33 Divisional commanders under The administratio...

Intellectual Capital, Corporate Culture and Performance of Firms Listed on Nairobi Securities Exchange

Abstract The broad objective of this study was to establish the moderating effect of corporate culture on the relationship between intellectual capital and organizational performance of firms listed on Nairobi Securities Exchange. The review of literature provided conceptual and empirical gaps that formed the basis of the conceptual hypotheses. Two hypotheses were deduced from general objective: Intellectual capital has a significant influence on corporate performance; corporate culture mode...

COMPARATIVE STUDY OF ENTERPRISE RISKS AND MANAGEMENT PRACTICES BETWEEN MICRO AND SMALL INDUSTRIES (MSIS) AND MEDIUM AND LARGE INDUSTRIES (MLIS) IN NAKURU MUNICIPALITY, KENYA

Abstract Micro and Small Enterprises cut across all sectors of the economy, providing a prolific source of employment, income and government revenue and contributes to poverty reduction. The sector comprises 75% of all businesses in the country, employs more than 4.6 million people (30%) and accounts for 18.4% of the country’s GDP 2014. However, two-thirds of micro and small enterprises fail within the first few months of operation. Further, small and micro manufacturing industries due to ...

Strategic Procurement Planning and Service Delivery of County Governments in Western Kenya Region

Abstract Ensuring the provision of public services in Kenya necessitates public expenditure through the procurement of goods, works, and services; therefore, the integrity of the entire process from procurement to delivery of goods, works, and services and their use portrays the strength of proper management of public resources and fidelity to the Kenyan constitution. Yet, because there is misuse of public monies in the majority of the Counties and an alleged 50% of it is tied to the public ...

Selected Human Resource Management Practices and Employee Retention: A Case of Deposit Taking Microfinance Institutions in Nairobi, Kenya

Abstract Retention of employees is increasingly becoming a real challenge in organizations. While past studies have demonstrated the importance of employee retention in organizations, few have empirically examined the effect of human resource management practices on employee retention. The overall objective of this study was to examine the effect of selected human resource management practices on employee retention in deposit-taking microfinance institutions in Nairobi, Kenya. Specifically, ...

Customization and its Influence on the Performance of International Courier Firms in Kenya

Abstract The primary objective of this research was to investigate the influence of customization on the performance of international courier companies operating in Kenya. The study employed a descriptive research design, utilizing the survey technique as its methodology. The research focused on operations managers, with an estimated population of 55 individuals representing various international courier firms in Kenya. To gather data, the researcher employed a census-based purposive samplin...

The Viability of Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles in the Kenyan Market: A Strategic Study

Abstract: Numerous factors point toward the requirement of a change in the vehicle industry in the Kenyan market, and in the global environment in general. Environmental pollution, lack of efficiency, and high costs of petrol and traditional fuels, are just a few. Looking into options to bring this required change, we find that technology has brought us to a stand-off, whereby although the electric vehicles of today would prevent many of the flaws with traditional fuel driven vehicles, the s...

Sectoral variations in market orientation and performance among small service firms in Botswana

Abstract: The quest for the diversification of Botswana’s mineral-led economy necessitates an examination of other performing ones such as the Tourism-Transport and Finance-Consulting small service sectors which have been identified as also contributing immensely to its economy. So, this paper investigates variations in market orientation and performance among small service firms in Botswana. In more specific terms, it involves analysis of variations with regard to tourism-transport and fi...

The Attitude and Behavioral Intentions of Muslim Fast Food Customers in a Southern African Market Environment

Abstract: Through the lens of social exchange theory and the theory of reasoned action, this study examines the influence of halal marketing and halal certification on the attitude of Muslim fast-food customers. The study further explores the influence of attitude on the behavioural intentions of these consumers in an emerging African market environment. Data was collected from 306 Muslim fast-food customers using self-administered questionnaires. The study found that the attitude of Muslim ...

Research Project Format for all Students

HOW TO WRITE AN EFFECTIVE RESEARCH PROJECT  The template is a detailed format designed to assist students (undergraduates or postgraduates) for their course-related research project or term paper and research proposal. The general guidelines are followed in the correct technical format.

International Business Trends Emerging Out of COVID-19

Organisations are constantly striving to grow and develop thus, invest heavily to drive this agenda. In 2019, the world was caught offguard when the COVID-19 virus struck. Nevertheless, businesses across the globe managed to survive, giving rise to new international business trends. This study focused on International Business Trends Emerging Out of COVID-19 in which three research questions were posited. These were; finding out some of the international business trends emerging out of COVID-...

Effect of Global Culture on the Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in South East, Nigeria

Abstract The study evaluated the effect of Global culture on the performance of small and medium enterprises in south East, Nigeria. The specific objectives of the study were to: examine the effect of internet speed to access information on the quality of service, evaluate the effect of internet access of electronic transaction on the volume of sales and determine the effect of internet in improving interest of acquiring knowledge on the profitability of the SMEs. The population of the study...

Organizational Structure and Productivity of Food, Beverage and Tobacco Manufacturing Firms in South East, Nigeria

The study evaluated the organizational structure and productivity of food, beverage and tobacco manufacturing firms in South East, Nigeria. The specific objectives were to; examine the relationship between task allocation and the units of output produced; evaluate the relationship between coordination mechanisms in the organization and waste reduction and determine the relationship between employee safety cost and cost reduction of food, beverage and tobacco manufacturingfirms in South East, ...

Effect of Exchange of Information on the Quality of Service of SMEs in South east Nigeria

AbstractThe study evaluated the effect of Exchange of Information on the Quality of Service of SMEs in South East Nigeria. The specific objectives were to: Examine the effect of communication channels on the reliability of SMEs in South East Nigeria and evaluate the effect of feedback on the responsiveness of SMEs in South East Nigeria. The population of the study is three thousand four hundred and seventy-two (3472) staff of the organizations understudy. The study used the survey approach an...


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