ABSTRACT Roughly half of the universities in Ghana still require applicants to send their applications in via post or in person. This places a huge burden on the applicants as many factors come into play, the biggest one being distance. Unnecessary costs are incurred by both the applicants and the schools. Another problem with the current application system in Ghana arises from the fact that universities ask for quite a lot of information from their applicants. In the case where applicants a...
Abstract Research shows that queuing is a problem in Ghana especially in hospitals and public-sector offices. Due to long queues, most Ghanaians are demotivated to take part in health benefitting activities such as vaccinations. Again, some Ghanaians pay bribes to public sector officials to avoid long queues and multiple visits to public sector offices for a service. This is one of many factors that accounts for the high bribery and corruption rate in Ghana. In this regard, this project sough...
Abstract Reviews are essential in the growth of many businesses. Through reviews, firms can figure out how their customers feel about the value they provide. Information Technology has intricately become a part of the daily lives of human beings. In leveraging the ever-growing technology industry, this application seeks to provide a platform that allows consumers to share their views on goods and services they have experienced. Businesses, on the other hand, get to access valuable consumer in...
Abstract In nations worldwide, roads play a major part in the livelihood of individuals. They aid in the transport of both people and goods from one location to another. In developed countries, most roads are tarred making travel easier and quicker. In developing countries, this is not the case. Quite an amount of road work and development is still needed in these regions. These roads normally have different grades of road quality and have different effects on the individuals that use them. W...
ABSTRACT According to the Ghana Living Standards Survey (GLSS6) conducted between October 2012 and October 2013, 69.6% of adults in the country are literate .Initially, being literate meant to be able to read and write, but today it is not only about reading and writing but being able to fully utilize these skills to solve problems. Literacy should focus on how the learner can apply whatever they learn in their daily life activities. The busy schedule of Adesua Ye students does not allow them...
ABSTRACT This case study was conducted at Kukurantumi in the Eastern Region of Ghana. The population of the research involved the artisans (welders) comprising of workshop owner, master welder and the apprentices. In reference to the diagnostic test conducted, the analysis in chapter four showed relatively the poor observance of safety in the welding and fabrication in the workshops. The researcher used 60 people for the sample size and simple random sampling technique was employed. The stud...
ABSTRACT The main purpose of the study was to assess the performance of driving schools in Sunyani Municipality in the Brong Ahafo Region. This study adopted the case study design. The researcher used both primary and secondary data sources, which were considered to be more appropriate for this study. The researcher used quantitative research approach for the study. The targeted population for the study was 381. The population of the study was made up of drivers, driving school students, tuto...
ABSTRACT A COMPARATIVE STUDY ON THE PAST AND PRESENT STATE OF CHILDREN’S TELEVISION IN GHANA: THE STATE OF LOCAL CONTENT CHILDREN’S TELEVISON PROGRAMS The central focus of this dissertation is to examine the state of local content children television in Ghana with regards to quantity and type and the importance of having more of it in the children’s television in Ghana. In order to place the situation in context, Cultivation Theory and Social Theory were adopted as theoretical framework...
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY With the world moving towards a more health conscious lifestyle, people have become increasingly aware of the health implications of eating the right food as well as exercising. This has provided numerous opportunities for fitness gurus to establish fitness centres and offer their services as well as their guidance and expertise. Gym Ike Fitness Centre is located at Adenta Frafraha in the Greater Accra Region and has been operating for the last ten years. During the needs as...
This research investigated the suitability of Mimosa pudica leaf (MPL) and Mimosa pudica stem (MPS) extracts as an inexpensive and nontoxic corrosion inhibitor for mild steel in acidic environment. The experiments carried out to investigate the corrosion inhibition of mild steel in 1.0 M HCl and 0.5 M H2SO4 by Mimosa pudica leaf and stem extract were weight loss and potentiodynamic polarization methods to determine the extract adsorption potential, kind of protection and its corrosion i...
Abstract Inventory management and control with its associated financial books preparation/management has been a major source of concern for a good number of businesses over the past years. For most businesses, the inability to effectively monitor and control has been a source of preoccupation with the businesses inevitably incurring huge loses, breaking even, let alone making profits. As a key element in overhead management, inventory management is a major factor in the realization of net pro...
Most often than not, project costs as estimated cannot realistically execute and deliver the project – an estimating inaccuracy called cost underestimation. Since cost estimates are the basis for decision making regarding project selection, underestimation lead to selection of project with significant cost risks. Researchers have so far failed to agree on the main cause of cost underestimation, therefore this research study is carried out to examine the problem of cost underestimation,...
Abstract Due to the expected changes in the business industry, businesses are placing greater emphasis on innovation. Most businesses are taking advantage of technology to achieve innovation. As such, a number of business tools have been developed to help business owners manage their businesses. However, these tools are not utilised by several well-educated small business owners because they claim to prefer their current methods. This is because they believe that paper or a simple Excel sheet...
Abstract Ashesi University College is faced with the challenge of effectively scheduling courses at the beginning of the semester so that there are no class clashes for both lecturers and students. In an attempt to solve the Course Timetabling Problem at Ashesi University College, five algorithms: Genetic Algorithm, Constraint Programing, Particle Swarm Optimization, Simulated Annealing and Tabu Search algorithm, which are known for their use in solving University Course Timetabling problems ...