Business Administration and Management Project Topics and Materials (Page 67)

ABSTRACT The Sacco sub-sector in Kenya has been identified by The World Council of Credit Unions (WOCCU) as the fastest growing in the World. The SACCO Societies Regulatory Authority (SASRA) adds that the sub-sector continues to play a pivotal role in the realization of vision 2030 of mobilizing savings for Kenya’s investment needs. With the... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT In Kenya, before independence, teachers were employed by different missionary agencies to teach and help in spreading the gospel among the natives. After independence, Teachers Service Commission (TSC) was established by an act of parliament cap 212 (1967). Among other functions, it was meant to employ teachers. Since inception, TSC used... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs) face various challenges in the implementation of their projects. This study seeks to establish the factors affecting the successful implementation of projects in NGOs within urban slums in Kenya. To achieve this objective, the study was guided by the following specific research objectives: finding out... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT Fraud is one of the major ethical issues in the card industry. The study sought to find out card fraud detection techniques on performance of commercial banks in Kenya. The main aim of the study was to identify the different types of card fraud, and, review alternative techniques that can be used in detection of card fraud. The study... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT Numerous factors, both internal and external of a business can contribute towards influencing the state of competitiveness. Positive or negative competitiveness can mean survival or complete collapse of a business. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of internal organization dynamics on the competitive advantage of a... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The advent of 20th century has seen many organisations embrace the use of technology to enhance performance. Research has indicated that ICT is a driver for any firm to achieve its goals. ICT has been on the forefront in enhancing globalisation of services and organisation’s functions. Various inventions have been made in the ICT field... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT Successful implementation of a project is usually difficult and complex and appears to be one of the most difficult aspects of a manager‟s job. Implementation of any project depends on various factors. These factors include; proper planning, adequate financing, organizational factors and effective communication between the stakeholders.... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The main aim of this research was to analyze the effects of value chain on organization competitive advantage with focus to insurance industry in Kenya. An analysis of value chain is helpful to a firm in the identification of bottlenecks. For easy survival in the market, companies have to have a competitive advantage over others. Like any... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT  The banking sector over time has been facing various issues of achieving wide ranging information on their customer’s payments history to be used in their process of accessing borrowers. Theinformation sharing aims at providing information that is very accurate, latest updates and gives instant information on borrowers who have... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The way we work in our fast-paced world is quickly changing. Skilled but unemployed Kenyans are seeking and finding work on online platforms on contract and full – time basis. They are part of virtual teams that rely heavily on collaborative software applications to work. Their performance is gauged by how they meet project goals within... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The banking industry has experienced a rapid growth in terms of profits, deposits, revenues in the recent past. This trend has triggered a lot of competition in the banking industry. This project analyzed the factors influencing customer growth of commercial banksin the Kenyan banking industry. The study was guided by the following... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT Business growth as a result of business support services like entrepreneurial skills and financial services has been lauded by many studies as an engine which taps well the practical and creative business approaches affecting youth owned enterprises. In an effort to reduce high levels of poverty and unemployment amongst the youth, the... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT In order for the government of Kenya to meet its fiscal objectives, it is necessary that county government effectively be able to spend budgeted provisions to the highest levels. Government officers need to understand the importance of being able to fully utilize funds as budgeted and as efficiently as possible so as to have an impact to... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT  Small and medium enterprises plays a critical function in the advancement of the Kenyan Economy. The sub-sector’s contribution to the monetary development of the country in the past few years is very evident particularly in relation to job creation, improvement in innovation, raising of people’s livelihood, as well as financial... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT This research project aimed at investigating the monetary policy and performance of commercial banks in Kenya. Commercial Banks have on average been posting a continuous decline in their performance over the last decade. The return on asset in 2014 was 4.46% declined to 3.4% in 2015 and 3.1% in 2016 while the return on equity has also... Continue Reading

Abstract Banks can attract customers on a daily basis. However, they have not been able to retain most of their customers as noted by the high numbers of reduced customers. This study sought to assess the customer relationship strategies applied by commercial banks in Nakuru Town and their impact on customer retention. The objectives of the study... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT  Tough economic times, stiff competition, globalization, terrorism among other challenges have led several firms to adopt strategies that would enable them to remain competitive in whichever industry they are operating in. The commonly known competitive strategies are the Cost Leadership, Differentiation and Focus. Whatever the choice a... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT A firm‟s performance is a function of how well managers use quality management practices to improve the quality of products and services. In today‟s global environment, organizations are constantly looking for ways to expand and improve their businesses in terms of quality to enhance performance. Quality management practices have been... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT Financial inclusion continues to be a major issue of concern in the developing countries because of high numbers of persons without access to formal and regulated banking services. The government Vision 2030 objective on budgetary administrations was to make a lively and internationally satisfactory monetary area that would advance... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT Although the financial system is a vital component of the socio-economic development of any nation, most Kenyans lack access to formal financial credit services. This arises due to the cause of putting up bank branches in the rural areas is deemed not economically viable. Most banks have partnered with Mobile Network Operators to help... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT Capacity development is a fundamental part of the mandates of many international organizations. Much of their work aims to strengthen national capacities through training, technical advice, exchange of experiences, research, and policy advice. Yet there is considerable dissatisfaction within the international community regarding the... Continue Reading

Abstract The objective of this study is to examine the challenges affecting Information Technology Projects in Public Sector, with Kenya Revenue Authority as a Case Study. A lot of changes have occurred in organisational and functional processes calling for these changes to be managed. These changes have led to organisations adopting Information... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT Kenya vision 2030 is a development vehicle that requires every Kenyan on board. For women to contribute effectively to the realization of vision 2030, the millennium development goals (MDGs) sought to improve the lives of people living in the global by reducing poverty and hunger, as well as improving access to health, education, water... Continue Reading

In a bid to remain relevant and sustain customer growth, Kenyan banks are  increasingly looking to introduce new and innovative products and service channels to  leverage on emerging technologies. The introduction of these new products and  channels is often done through IT project teams comprising of bank and non-bank  employees especially... Continue Reading

Savings and Credit Co-operatives commonly referred to as Saccos are a form of Credit Union  bodies which in turn is a form of major part of the cooperative movement. They are basically  member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperatives that provide savings, credit and other  financial services to their members. They pool their members’... Continue Reading