Diploma Research Projects

Permanent URI for this communityhttps://repository.mua.ac.ke/handle/123456789/1212

Browse

Filter results by year or month
Now showing 1 - 20 of 86
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    SOCIAL MEDIA AND ITS IMPACTS ON THE POLITICS OF DEVELOPING COUNTRIES WITH SPECIAL EMPHASIS IN KENYA
    (management university of africa, 2021-01) MICHAEL ABDUBA JIRMA
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    THE IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGY ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF UNIVERSITY STUDENTS: CASE STUDY OF THE MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY OF AFRICA
    (management university of africa, 2021-04) ABDULMUDALIB KHALIF ABDULMAJID
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    THE IMPACT OF TECHNOLOGY ON ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF UNIVERSITY STUDENTS: CASE STUDY OF THE MANAGEMENT UNIVERSITY OF AFRICA
    (management university of africa, 2021-04) ABDULMUDALIB KHALIF ABDULMAJID
    The quest for new knowledge is an innate essential of every human being. Throughout the human beings’ existence, it has been an accepted fact and an agreeable belief that whoever knows more has more in all aspects of society. Knowledge drags along with-it power, skill, wealth and an overall better view and approach to life issues It is based on this fact that one of the greatest investments in a society is education. The more input into education, the more output it brings. Governments and organizations alike have included education as a basic human right in them constitutions, rules, policies and statutes. Technology has swiftly and with an immense pace taken over every aspect of the society, and education is no exception. It has been used to augment the traditional teaching methods. Technology is a facilitator in several ways, by generally introducing new models and especially in a teacher-learner-content circle. The impact of technology cannot be underestimated; it has the power to alter the model of teaching by introducing a new approach to teaching. The model offers a link between facilitators and the student with content, and professional sources of educational materials to personalize the learning process. The end result of learning is to gain experience. At this note therefore, an individual should always change and alter the thinking habits to the surrounding environment. Additionally, learning is shown clearly by the demeanor of the person. Education is a basic need of the society, and societies can utilize it as a driving to gaining economic and social milestones in terms of development. A view of highest performing country economies and GDP’s point to the fact that most of the populace are highly educated. In some instances, some societies regard and equate education to life. Many institutions, over the time, have integrated both the eLearning and face to face learning odes, so as to fit in every need of students from different walks of life and interests too.
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    SOCIAL MEDIA AND ITS IMPACTS ON THE POLITICS OF DEVELOPING COUNTRIES WITH SPECIAL EMPHASIS IN KENYA
    (management university of africa, 2021-04) MICHAEL ABDUBA JIRMA
    Social media such as, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube are often seen as political game changers and influencer. In this research, various models are introduced for studying the results of social media on various political communities. These models aim to investigate the relationship between Social Media Participation and Community Participation. With the changing times, and the increase with ICT resources, there seems to be a significant increase to social media users and many sharing political views as frequent as on a daily basis. The case study aims to see how much social media affects the views of people on the political aspects. This study recommends that political aspirants and those who wish to participate in politics in the near future should carefully view social media as a platform for launching campaigns, view, and analyze carefully what is required of them to prosper in the political venture .
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    FACTORS AFFECTING IMPLEMENTATION OF PROCUREMENT PLANNING IN PUBLIC ORGANIZATIONS; A CASE STUDY OF KENYA REVENUE AUTHORITY
    (management university of africa, 2021-04) KHALID ABDULMAJID KHALIF
    The Procurement plans implementation in public organizations is influenced by varying factors. The objective of the study is to establish the factors affecting implementation of Procurement plan in public organizations: a case study of Kenya Revenue Authority. Its specific objectives were to establish the effects of information technology on implementation of Procurement plan in Kenya Revenue Authority, to establish the Effects of Procurement expertise on implementation of Procurement plan in Kenya Revenue Authority and to assess the effects of accountability practices on implementation of Procurement plan in Kenya Revenue Authority. The researcher used descriptive research design in collecting data from respondents. From a target population of approximately 100 employees at the departments in the public organizations. The researcher used 30 respondents as the sample size to be distributed across different management category. Stratified and simple random sampling methods was used to select respondents. The researcher used questionnaires as a tool for data collection. The questionnaires will contain closed ended questions that solicited respondents’ views on Procurement plan implementation, as weighted on linker scale. Both quantitative and qualitative techniques are set to be used in the study. Collected data was analyzed through descriptive statistics and inferential statistics. The data will be then presented in tables, graphs and pie charts for easy understanding of the findings. The researcher established that the Kenya Revenue Authority of Nairobi is hindered by lack of e-procurement methods, lack of automated procurement systems, and lack of supportive ICT infrastructure and absence of ICT skills amongst procurement staff. The findings indicated that the Kenya Revenue Authority conduct staff training on the implementation of procurement plans, competency of staff a much-needed requirement to guarantee effective implementation of procurement plans. The study established that Spend analysis is one of the crucial elements necessary for an effective procurement plan in the Kenya Revenue Authority of Nairobi. The study concluded that information technology the researcher concluded that that integration of procurement functions with ICT has enabled many public training institutions to improve the level of effectiveness in the execution of procurement practices, Procurement staff competency affect procurement plans both for procurement unit and to the whole nation in the sense that experienced staff carry out duties in a professional manner and reduce wastage of resources and that Spend analysis is one of the crucial elements necessary for an effective procurement plan in the Kenya Revenue Authority of Nairobi. This study recommends that the Kenya Revenue Authority of Nairobi should be organizing workshops and trainings for procurement officers in order to improve their skills and knowledge, while employing they should ensure key competencies and experiences are put into consideration. The Kenya Revenue Authority of Nairobi should also put in place measures to prevent unethical behaviors which are costly to the County.
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    EFFECTS OF ONLINE MARKETING, COMPUTER USAGE AND MOBILE MONEY ON SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES IN NAIROBI
    (management university of africa, 2021-06) MARY EVELYN ACHIENG OTUMBA
    The purpose of this research is to examine the effects of online marketing, computer usage and mobile money on a Small and Medium Enterprises in Nairobi. The study will be carried in Nairobi. The study will establish how types of computers influence small and medium businesses in Nairobi County, by finding out how the use of computers benefits the Small and Medium Enterprises. The descriptive survey design will be used to carry out this study. These enterprises consist of businesses that have been operational; each enterprise having engaged 10 or more employees to manage the day-to-day operations of the business. The estimated total population of business in Nairobi County is 1600. The study employed in the design of this research was descriptive correlation survey technique where a sample of 81 respondents will be picked. The study will rely on primary data sources and secondary data. Primary data will be collected using questionnaires. Descriptive statistics will be used to analyze the data. The findings have revealed that online marketing, computer usage and mobile money has a positive influence towards Small and Medium Enterprises in Nairobi. In conclusion, it should be noted that the differences studied were significant, and therefore moderation is important for the assessment. The main benefit of this study was the strong correlation between factors influencing business development such as Computer usage, Online marketing, Mobile money and business investment.
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    FACTORS AFFECTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF SMALL AND MEDIUM - SIZED ENTERPRISES (SMEs) IN STAREHE CONSTITUENCY, NAIROBI COUNTY
    (management university of africa, 2021-06) DAISY JELAGAT KOMEN
    Small and medium business ventures around and within Nairobi County have experienced little growth in size. Close to half of the businesses fail after operating for a short while. This kind of failure unfortunately does not only affect new players; it also affects old and already established businesses hence the purpose of this study examined the factors affecting establishment of SMEs in Starehe, Nairobi County. The study was guided by the following specific objectives; to determine the effects of access to capital on establishment of SMEs in Starehe, Nairobi County, to explore the effects of government support on establishment of SMEs in Starehe, Nairobi County and to determine the effects of managerial skills on establishment of SMEs in Starehe, Nairobi County. This study was anchored by the following theories; Resource Based View and Positive Accounting Theory. The research design for this study was descriptive research design. The target people of the study consisted of SMEs taxpayers in Starehe, Nairobi County. This population was targeted to give comprehensive information that was significant for analysis and explanation of the data. The study population comprised of 373 SMEs within Starehe, as per the Nairobi County register. The sampling technique that was used in this study is stratified random sampling. The researcher used questionnaire as a tool for data collection. The questions presented to the respondents were closed ended questions. Both quantitative and qualitative data were collected. This study used both primary and secondary statistics, also used quantitative and non-quantitative methods to conduct the analysis of the results. The data analysis procedure involved the use of quantitative techniques whereby the information to be dealt with was derived from the questionnaires. The quantitative technique was used in employing statistical methods such as the ones listed below: The following techniques of analysis and interpreting data were used: Tabulation, Bar graphs, Pie charts and Percentage. Multiple regression analysis was used to establish the factors affecting establishment of SMEs in Starehe, Nairobi County. The findings revealed that Access to capital has a positive influence on Establishment of SMEs in Starehe in Nairobi County. The results showed that Government support practices have a moderate influence on Establishment of SMEs in Starehe in Nairobi County. Majority of the respondents agreed that Managerial skills had a negative influence on Establishment of SMEs in Starehe. The study concludes that Access to capital, Government support and Managerial skills have significantly affected Establishment of SMEs in Starehe in Nairobi County. This study recommends that the central government work with private sector financial providers to address the challenges facing SMEs in terms of access to finance. The role of government funding in resolving the financial crisis facing SMEs is a matter of controversy that needs to be thoroughly investigated. It is therefore important to examine the effectiveness of the electoral system in Kenyan literature and to look at the progress made in promoting fiscal reform by SMEs.
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    EFFECTS OF ONLINE MARKETING, COMPUTER USAGE AND MOBILE MONEY ON SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES IN NAIROBI
    (management university of africa, 2021-07) MARY EVELYN ACHIENG OTUMBA
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    FACTORS AFFECTING FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE OF CEMENT MANUFACTURING COMPANIES IN KENYA: A CASE STUDY OF MOMBASA CEMENT ATHI RIVER MACHAKOS COUNTY.
    (management university of africa, 2021-08) MOHAMED AMIN ALI
    The main purpose of the study was to investigate factors affecting financial performance of cement manufacturing companies in Kenya a case study of Mombasa Cement Company which is geographically located at Athi-river along Namanga road at shalom hospital in Machakos County. The firm was used to carry out the research on the above stated topic. The specific objectives of the research were; to establish the extent to which information technology affect financial performance in cement sector in Kenya, to evaluate how government policies affect financial performance in cement sector in Kenya, to determine the extent to which employee competency affect the financial performance in the banking cement sector in Kenya, to investigate the extent to which innovation affects financial performance in the cement sector in Kenya. The expected beneficiaries of study carried out were; the management of Mombasa cement company in understanding the factors affecting financial performance of cement companies in Kenya, other financial institutions in understanding factors affecting financial performance of cement in their firms and other researchers who may wish to pursue further research in this area. The study used Descriptive Research Design, where the targeted population was 120 employees. The researcher also used Stratified random sampling procedure to select a sample size of 60 respondents which represented 50% of the target population. Questionnaires were adopted in collecting data which was later analyzed both quantitatively and qualitatively and presented using pie charts and tables.
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    AN ANALYSIS OF CONFLICT MANAGEMENT IN RELATION TO ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE: A CASE STUDY OF KENYA PORTS AUTHORITY
    (management university of africa, 2021-09) ROMANO ILUKU OKISAI
    The study’s main objective was to establish the analysis of conflict management in relation to organizational performance of Kenya Ports Authority. The study was guided by the following specific objectives: To determine the effects of Collaboration management on the performance of Kenya Ports Authority, to establish the effects of Mediation on the performance of Kenya Ports Authority and to determine the effects of negotiation on the performance of Kenya Ports Authority. The literature review indicated that’s that 65 percent of performance problems result from conflict managements between employees, results to huge expenses in the organizations. However, he states that resolved office conflict signifies the largest decreased cost in many businesses, yet it remains largely recognized. This study used descriptive research design. The target population of this study consisted of selected departments of Kenya Port Authority and the numbers of staff were 140. The researcher used 30% of the target population to obtain a sample size of 23 respondents. In the collection of data both primary and secondary data collection were adopted. The researcher administered questionnaires to employees who were selected using the convenient sampling technique. The secondary data was gathered from reading books, journals that contain information that is related to analysis of conflict management in relation to organizational performance of Kenya Ports Authority. The qualitative data from secondary sources was analyzed using content analysis and logical analysis techniques. The techniques of analysis and interpreting data such as: Tabulation, Bar graphs, Pie charts and percentage was used to present the findings. The findings of the study revealed that collaboration management influenced Kenya Ports Authority Organizational performance positively. The study concluded that there was a strong positive relationship between Collaboration management, Mediation and Negotiation practices on Organizational performance in Kenya Ports Authority. The researcher recommended enough measures to be put in place to ensure there was continuous improvement in Organizational performance of Kenya Ports Authority.
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    EFFECTS OF STRATEGIC PLANNING ON ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE: A CASE STUDY OF KENYA PORTS AUTHORITY
    (management university of africa, 2021-09) NAJMA TAWANE ABDI
    The study’s main objective was to establish the effects of strategic planning on organizational performance, a case of the Kenya Ports Authority, Nairobi County. The study was guided by the following specific objectives: To establish effects of strategic planning practices on the performance of Kenya Ports Authority, Nairobi County, to determine the effects of innovative strategy on the performance of Kenya Ports Authority, Nairobi County, To find out the effects of strategic leadership on the performance of Kenya Ports Authority, Nairobi County and to determine the extent to which strategy evaluation on the performance of Kenya Ports Authority, Nairobi County. The literature review indicated that’s that lot of research has been done on strategic planning in sampled state corporations but the researcher has found none is a publicly available survey focusing on a number of state corporations rather most researchers have chosen corporations for a case study and this makes their findings prone to errors associated with low sampling. The target population of this study consisted of 126 employees of Kenya Ports Authority in Nairobi County. The researcher will use 30% of the target population to obtain a sample size of 38 respondents. Questionnaires will be administered to employees who will be selected using the convenient sampling technique. The secondary data will be gathered from reading books, journals that contain information that is related to effects of office conflict management on the performance of Kenya Ports Authority. The qualitative data from secondary sources will be analyzed using content analysis and logical analysis techniques. The techniques of analysis and interpreting data such as: Tabulation, Bar graphs, Pie charts and Percentage will be used to present the findings. The findings of the study revealed that strategic planning influenced Kenya Ports Authority organizational performance positively. These findings were supported by the frequencies of the responses from the respondents which were presented in the form of percentages and mean scores. Further the finding was supported by the coefficient of determination (R square = 0.623) which shows that 62.3% of variations in organizational performance are explained by strategic planning. The study concluded that through implementation of the strategic planning, Kenya Ports Authority in Nairobi County has increased their potential of improving organizational performance. The study recommended that the management of Kenya Ports Authority should incorporate strategic planning practices in their organization. This will help in the development of strategies to match their long-term goals in the organization.
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    A STUDY TO DETERMINE THE IMPACT OF EMPLOYEE RELATIONS ON ORGANIZATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY IN PRIVATE SECTOR IN KENYA A CASE STUDY OF I &M BANK, HEAD OFFICE KENYA.
    (management university of africa, 2021-09) EUCABETH KAGENDO
    This research dealt with the most pressing issues facing most organizations today in the need to raise employee performance and organizational productivity. I&M Bank were selected because the employees were not so much interested with the organization productivity neither did the employees do anything that would have helped in increasing the organization profits. There is a widespread belief that productivity improvements can only be achieved through a fundamental reform in the area of employee relations. Therefore, it's worthwhile to study the Problem of the impact of employee relations on organizational productivity in a broader sense. This mainly deals with the impact of employee relations on organization productivity by Identifying and understanding the relationship between the independent variables of key indicators of organizational productivity. Responses gathered from the staff were analyzed to bring out findings, conclusions and recommendations for this study. In relation to this study, the descriptive design research was chosen as the appropriate one. Data was gathered from both primary and secondary sources of information. Data was collected by use of questionnaires and reliability of research instruments was tested using test-retest technique and validated by experts in the academic research. Stratified random sampling and simple random sampling was used to collect the sample size of 28 respondents. The data was analyzed and collected by descriptive statistics; simple frequencies and percentages. From the research findings it was concluded that there is a strong positive relationship between the independent and dependent variable which indicate a greater impact from employee relations towards the overall productivity. The most valuable recommendation given is to treat employees with great care.
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    EFFECT OF PROCUREMENT PLANNING ON ORGANIZATION PERFORMANCE: A CASE STUDY OF KENYA PORTS AUTHORITY.
    (management university of africa, 2021-09) AMINA HUSSEIN
    The study’s main objective was to establish the effects of procurement planning on performance of public organizations. The study was guided by the following key objectives to establish the effects of Cost Estimation on performance of Kenya Ports Authority, to establish the effects of Needs Assessment on performance of Kenya Port Authority and to establish the effects specifications planning on performance of Kenya Ports Authority. The study highlighted Theoretical literature review on procurement planning practices under the following topics; Institutional Theory, Resource-Based Theory and Linear Policy Theory. This study used an explanatory research design. Employees who were chosen using the purposive sampling technique were given questionnaires. The study's target population consisted of roughly 200 Kenya Ports Authority departmental workers. This study's data was obtained from both primary and secondary sources. The secondary data was collected from the organization's Human Resource Management review reports. Employee surveys were used to collect primary data. The research aimed for a sample size of 60 participants out of a total of 200. Data was gathered in both quantitative and qualitative methods. Secondary source qualitative data was analyzed using content analysis and logical analysis methods. Quantitative data were utilized to analyze raw data using a descriptive approach, in which the fundamental characteristics of the data were presented.
  • No Thumbnail Available
    Item
    EFFECTS OF STRATEGIC PLANNING ON ORGANIZATIONAL PERFORMANCE: A CASE STUDY OF KENYA PORTS AUTHORITY
    (management university of africa, 2021-10) NAJMA TAWANE ABDI