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Factors Influencing Union Membership In Kenya: A Case of Banking Insurance Finance Union

Description: A project report submitted to the School of Business in partial fulfillment of the requirement for the Degree of Masters in Business Administration.

Strategic Measures to Curb Crime Rates in Nairobi

Description: A Research Report by Muthuri Rose Karimi, Submitted to the school of Humanities and Social Sciences in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirement for the Degree of Masters of Arts in International Relations.

An Assesssment of the Impact of Aid Conditionalities by the Bretton Woods Institutions on the Political and Economic Performance of Kenya (1990-2002)

Description: A Research Report by Ayiro Peter Laban, Submitted to the school of Humanities and Social Sciences in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirement for the Degree of Masters of Arts in International Relations

Facing the Challenges of Transitional Justice Reflections from Post-Genocide Rwanda and Beyond

Abstract: 1.1. Challenges to the Field of Transitional Justice On March 4, 2009, Pre-Trial Chamber I of the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant against Sudanese President Omar Bashir. The President is accused of war crimes and crimes against humanity committed in the conflict-torn Darfur region.1 Not surprisingly, the indictment has caused heated debate. For some, the decision to issue an arrest warrant should be celebrated because it “signals that even those at the...

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...

A Conceptual Model for Managing Supply Networks for Simultaneous Optimisation in a Complex Adaptive Environment: A Case Study of the Floriculture Industry in Kenya

Abstract: This thesis aims at developing a conceptual model for supply networks optimization in the floriculture industry in Kenya. In the literature review a detailed account of the evolution of supply chain management, the concept and the factors influencing simultaneous optimization of supply networks in the floriculture industry is given. The area of complex adaptive systems is explored and the link with the floriculture industry in Kenya is shown. A review of current studies is done on ...

The Predictors of Body Image Dissatisfaction among Undergraduate Students at the United States International University (USIU), Nairobi, Kenya

Abstract: Utilizing a sample of 114 undergraduate students studying at the United States International University-Africa, this study analyzed the factors that impacted on body image dissatisfaction among young adults in Kenya. The study was anchored on the specific objectives to measure the level of body image dissatisfaction, investigate the presence of the negative consequences of body image dissatisfaction among undergraduate students, test for the effects of individual and socio-cultural...

The Impact of Technological Innovation on a Country’s Development: A Case of Listed Companies in Kenya

Abstract: This study focused on the impact technological innovation has on a country’s development; a case of listed companies in Kenya. The objectives of the study were to establish the influence of technological innovation adopted in introduction of new products on sustainable development, secondly, to examine the influence of technological innovation adopted in introduction of new methods of production on sustainable development, to determine the influence of technological innovation ad...

A Comparative Study of the Effects of Foreign Remittance and Foreign Aid on Kenya’s Economic Development

Abstract: Foreign aid (Official Development Assistance) has conventionally been an indispensable source of development resource for Kenya. Consequently, since the country’s independence both bilateral and multilateral donors have extended ODA to Kenya in terms of either grants or loans. Nonetheless, these resources have been ineffectual in precipitating real development, besides being highly volatile. In recent years, international remittance inflows have been increasingly considered as im...

The Effectiveness of Anti-Corruption Strategies: A Kenyan Case Study

Abstract: The purpose of this study was to assess the effectiveness of anti-corruption strategies in Kenya; led by the following research questions; what are the some of the main causes of corruption in Kenya? What are some of the common forms of corruption? What are the anti-corruption strategies that have been adopted in Kenya? What are the legal and constitutional frameworks for combating corruption in Kenya? How have the anticorruption strategies in Kenya influenced the trends of corrupt...

Political Risk Factors Associated With Post Traumatic Stress Disorder among Internally Displaced Persons in Post- Election Violence of 2007/2008 in Kenya: Case of Mai Mahiu Camps in Nakuru Co

Abstract: Post-election violence (PEV) witnessed in Kenya in the year 2007 - 2008 mostly in the informal settlements of major towns. The violence peculiarly created a traumatic event that increased risk for post trauma stress disorder (PTSD) among other many psychiatric conditions and psychological disorders. PTSD is influenced by a number of risk factors that are demographic or external. This study sought to establish current levels of PTSD and associated political risk factors among the po...

Students’ Satisfaction with Supervision during Practicum: A Case of USIU-A Students

Abstract: In high income countries, it is a common practice for trainees in psychology to have clinical supervision. Clinical supervision is the most critical support that a trainee can have while applying the skills learned. Satisfaction with clinical supervision seems to play a role on how students grow in this profession. Unfortunately, not all students in psychology doing their practicum in Africa are satisfied with clinical supervision or have a supervisor at the practicum site. An anal...

Women In Politics And The Rise Of Feminism In Africa: A Case Study of Rwanda

Abstract: The purpose of this thesis was to analyze the rise of feminism in Africa, particularly Rwanda. The study examined the effect of feminism towards gender and political inclusivity in Rwanda. Also, it focused in understanding the role of Rwandan government, NGOs and civil society in championing women rights in Rwanda and their contribution to feminism agenda and ideology towards empowering and promoting women rights and freedoms. The research study used a qualitative research methodol...

Gender Differences in Altruistic Behavior among Emerging Adults

Abstract: The current research study aims to examine the gender differences in altruistic behavior among emerging adults. In the area of altruism, various research has been done in various countries such as China, USA, Canada etc. However, due to differing population demographics, results differed from the current research. The participants (n=141) of the study were emerging adults (18 to 25years). The present research study used a quantitative research design as the Self-Report Altruism Sca...

Globalization and the Development of the Airline Industry: Analyzing the Case of Kenya Airways

Abstract: The main objective of this study was to examine how globalization had affected the development of the airline industry by using Kenya Airways as a case study. The specific objectives included the following: To examine the positive impact of globalization on the development of Kenya Airways; To examine the negative impact of globalization on the development of Kenya Airways; To examine the effect of globalization on Kenya Airways market expansion strategies. This research was a case...


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