Masters Theses and Dissertations: Recent submissions
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Effect of Costing Models on Financial Performance of Cement Manufacturing Industry in Kenya
(KeMU, 2024-07)In East Africa, particularly in Kenya, the cement industry holds a prominent position both in production and consumption. Kenya boasts approximately eight cement companies, three of which are publicly traded on the Nairobi ... -
Factors Influencing Mixed Feeding Practices among Infants below 6 -Months in Wajir County, Kenya
(KeMU, 2024-09)In Wajir County, around 749 infants under six months die annually. The 2014 Kenya Demographic and Health Survey (KDHS) revealed that just 32% of babies in this age group are exclusively breastfed, while many mothers ... -
Strategic Determinants and Organizational Performance among Insurances Companies in Somalia
(KeMU, 2024-08)The insurance industry in Somalia operates within a unique economic and social context, facing challenges and opportunities distinct from those in other regions. Understanding the strategic factors that drive organizational ... -
Determinants of Primary Healthcare Services Access by National Health Insurance Fund Capitated Members in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya
(KeMU, 2024-09)The availability of primary healthcare services is critical to improving a country's health results. The capitated health model is one way to attain Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and increase access to health care services. ... -
Influence of Tour Guides Competencies on International Tourists Satisfaction, Nairobi Circuit, Kenya
(KeMU, 2024-06)Tour guide competencies and customer satisfaction are critical to the success of any tourist destination. However, in Kenya, few studies have been conducted to determine the relationship between the competencies of ... -
Determinants of Strategy Implementation at the County Government of Taita Taveta
(KeMU, 2024-09)Strategy management is an important aspect in organizations today considering the diverse, fragile and very competitive business environment currently obtaining globally. Consequently, most business and government entities ... -
Child and Maternal Related Factors Associated with Malnutrition Among Under Fives in Bosaso, Puntland Somalia
(KeMU, 2024-05)Undernourishment is one of the foremost reasons of disease and mortality among children under the age of five in Sub-Saharan Africa. Significant illnesses and deaths across the world have been associated with malnutrition, ... -
Comparative Study of Rice Bran Utilization And Anthropometric Profiles of Children Aged 6-59 Months in Rice-Growing Counties Kirinyaga, Kisumu and Kwale in Kenya
(KeMU, 2024-09)Undernutrition is a critical global health issue, responsible for over half of all deaths among children under five. In developing countries, an estimated 143 million children are underweight, with Kenya reporting ... -
Factors Influencing the Utilization of Home-Based Care in Kisumu Central Sub County
(KeMU, 2024-09)Kenya’s healthcare system faces various challenges such as resource constraints, understaffing and overcrowded facilities. For instance, by 2016, the ratio of doctors to the population was 14 doctors per 100,000 population ... -
Factors Influencing Utilization of Adolescent Sexual Reproductive Health Services in Selected Primary Health Facilities in Trans-Nzoia County, Kenya
(KeMU, 2024-10)Despite the reproductive health needs of adolescents and youths being supported by different organizations, utilization of those services is low. All efforts have not been felt across Trans-Nzoia County primary health ... -
Determinants of Health Products and Technologies Management in Level Four and Five Hospitals in Nyeri County
(KeMU, 2024-09)As Kenya moves toward universal health coverage, ensuring the constant availability of quality medicines and technologies in primary health facilities is essential. Effective management of Health Products and Technologies ... -
Human Resource Management Practices Influencing Performance of Health Professionals Working in Selected Public Mental Health Facilities in, Kenya
(KeMU, 2024-03)Human resource for health is a fundamental building block in the health system as espoused in the sustainable development goals and Kenya Health Policy 2014-2030.According to the WHO-mhGAP an estimated 450 million people ... -
Determinants of Health Workers Productivity in Public Health Facilities: A Case in Laikipia County
(KeMU, 2024-09)Health worker productivity in Laikipia County's public health facilities often falls short of desired standards, leading to inefficiencies and compromised patient care. This issue is particularly problematic during periods ... -
Call Center Influence on the Delivery of Mental Health Services Among Young People: A Case of One2one Call Center in Nairobi, Kenya
(KeMU, 2024-10)Mental health issues among young people have become increasingly prevalent, with potentially severe consequences for their well-being and societal development. Kenya faces a significant mental health burden, with high rates ... -
Determinants of Labour Productivity in The Judicial Service in Magistrate Courts in Nyeri County, Kenya
(KeMU, 2024-10)Labour productivity is a critical factor influencing the performance and service delivery of organizations. This study examined the determinants of labour productivity within the judicial service in magistrate courts in ... -
Effect of Liquidity-Risk Management Practices On Financial Performance of Savings and Credit Cooperatives Societies in Meru County
(KeMU, 2024-09)The purpose of this research was to analyze the licensed deposit-taking credit and savings cooperatives in Meru County and determine the effect of liquidity risk control methods on their financial performance. From 2017 ... -
Influence of Strategy Implementation On Organizational Performance of Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Companies in Nairobi City County
(KeMU, 2024-09)Strategy implementation is an important component of organizational performance, playing a key role in achieving desired outcomes. However, the execution of strategies is often complex and fraught with challenges, which ... -
Influence of Employee Retention Strategies on Organizational Performance of Custom and Border Organizations in Kenya
(KeMU, 2024-09)Employee retention in government organizations worldwide is a significant challenge owing to fluctuating demand and frequent job changes by many employees. Knowledge of how parastatals retain competent employees is crucial ... -
Influence of Strategy Implementation on Performance of Financial Services Associations in Kenya. A Survey of Makueni and Kitui Counties
(KeMU, 2024-07)Statistics indicated that three financial service associations (FSAs) closed down their business activities in Kitui and Makueni counties between the years 2019 and 2022 which has negatively affected the accessibility to ... -
Relationship Between Financial Inclusion and Profitability of Commercial Banks in Kenya
(KeMU, 2024-07)In order to establish a connection between financial inclusion efforts and Kenyan commercial banks' profitability, the study sought to: determine the link between Kenyan commercial banks' profitability through the use of ...
