2.2.1 Information Communication Technology ...................................................................... 9 2.2.2 Material Handling ........ : .............................................................................................. IO 2.2.3 Personnel Co1npetency... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT Globalization in today’s era of information and technology has significantly affected the business environment. Firms, therefore, must take planned measures in order to grow and maintain their businesses and also make the necessary changes and adjustments to gain competitive advantage. Small and Medium Enterprises-sized (SMEs) in Kenya... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT Business enterprises are regarded as engines of economic development in many nations of the world. Many of these enterprises are faced with a myriad of problems especially in their initial stages, key among them, insufficient business and management skills. In this study, enterprises were categorized as micro, small and medium.... Continue Reading

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF THE STUDY Quantity surveying is concerned with controlling and managing construction projects. The Nigerian construction industry is faced with uncertainties. With construction targets not being met and high rate of abandoned construction projects, there is great need for proper risk assessment and... Continue Reading

Security companies have resulted to Business Continuity Management (BCM)  practices in an effort to ensure continuity of business operations. Organizational  performance is crucial and BCM is one of the key driving forces to strengthen a  firm’s ability to withstand risks and survive under extreme organizational and  environmental pressures.... Continue Reading

TABLE OF CONTENTS DECLARATION APPROVAL DEDICATION ACKNOWLEDGEMENT iv TABLE OF CONTENTS V LIST OF ACRONYMS Xi ABSTRACT xii CHAPTER ONE 1 1.0 Introduction 1 1.1 Background of the study I 1.1 .1 Historical perspective .1.2 Theoretical perspective 2 1 .1 .3 Contextual Background 3 1.2 Statement of the Problem 4 1.3 Purpose of the study 4 1.4 Research... Continue Reading

Abstract The study about the role played by management practices in the performance of small scale enterprises was intended to contribute knowledge to the existing policy makers to address the issues of management and performance of small scale enterprises, In particular this study helps entrepreneurs to realize the challenges they face in the... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT Generally, the success of completing any building construction project is based on key performance indices such as timely delivery of project, construction period, defects as well as client satisfaction. However, what effect does the implementation of safety management practices has on building construction project success? This research... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The role of a manager in a small business organization is so vital that for any small business organization such as inter-personal, information and co-coordinating roles must be integrated to ensure... Continue Reading

THE ROLE OF A MANAGER IN SMALL SCALE BUSINESS ORGANIZATION A CASE STUDY OF BLIO TEX TRADING AND CONSTRUCTION COMPANY NIGERIA. LIMIED, ENUGU. PROPOSAL The role of a manager in the current or the present day societies in the managerial system is geared towards effective and efficient achievement of their basic goal of profit maximization.- Again,... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The role of a manager in a small business organization is so vital that for any small business organization such as inter-personal, information and co-coordinating roles must be integrated to ensure the betterment of the organization. It acts as a lubricant for the wheels of small business economic development and nation More over,... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The role of a manager in a small business organization is so vital that for any small business organization such as inter-personal, information and co-coordinating roles must be integrated to ensure the betterment of the organization. It acts as a lubricant for the wheels of small business economic development and nation More over,... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The role of a manager in a small business organization is so vital that for any small business organization such as inter-personal, information and co-coordinating roles must be integrated to ensure the betterment of the organization. It acts as a lubricant for the wheels of small business economic development and nation. Moreover,... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The role of a manager in a small business organization is so vital that for any small business organization such as inter-personal, information and co-coordinating roles must be integrated to ensure the betterment of the organization. It acts as a lubricant for the wheels of small business economic development and nation. Moreover,... Continue Reading

CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background to the study  Small and medium enterprise (SMEs) are considered backbone of economic growth in all countries (Rajesh, Surash and Deshmukh, 2008). Small and medium enterprises play an important role in Nigeria’s economic growth, as they constitute 97.2% of the companies in Nigeria (Ministry of Trade and... Continue Reading

ABSTRACT The main purpose of this study was to determine the working capital management practices required by Small and Medium Scale Enterprises (SMEs) for effective operations in Delta State, Nigeria. Six research questions were raised for the study which include; what are the sources of financing working capital required by SMEs for effective... Continue Reading

TABLE OF CONTENTS Cover page ...................................................................................................................................... ii Title page ........................................................................................................................................ ii Declaration... Continue Reading

: The construction industry requires continuous evaluation and  formulation of risk management index, but Nigeria is yet to introduce a risk  rating tool for the industry. This paper therefore assessed risk management  practice in Nigeria construction industry and establishes Risk Management  Index (RMI). Structural questionnaire were... Continue Reading

: The construction industry requires continuous evaluation and formulation of risk management index, but Nigeria is yet to introduce a risk rating tool for the industry. This paper therefore assessed risk management practice in Nigeria construction industry and establishes Risk Management Index (RMI). Structural questionnaire were administered to... Continue Reading