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Effects of Supply Chain Risk Management on Organization Performance: Case of Accelar Global Logistics
No full textA Research Project Report Submitted to the Chandaria School of Business in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirement for the Degree of Masters in Business Administration (MBA)The project sought to assess the effects of supply risk management on organization performance. Three research questions were formulated to facilitate the realization of this: The study sought to establish how supply chain risk management process affects organization performance, how exactly do the supply chain risk management sources and their consequences affect the performance of the organization. Three main supply chain risk management variables were identified, namely, supply chain risk identification, supply chain risk sources and supply chain risk mitigation.
The population for the research included staff at Accelar Global logistics services. The study was a quantitative research with target population of 50 members of the management of Accelar Global Logistics Company. Stratified sampling technique was used to select 50 members of management drawn equally from different departments.
The research methodology included both primary and secondary data; both interviews and questionnaires were used, questionnaires being the main instrument of data collection. The upside of a survey over different instruments incorporate the way that polls are: Practical and a lot of data can be gathered from countless in a brief timeframe and in a moderately financially savvy way, they can be done by the analyst or by any number of individuals with restricted effect to its legitimacy and unwavering quality and the aftereffects of the surveys can be rapidly and effectively measured by either a specialist or using a product bundle The scientist utilized poll Tables, reference diagrams and pie outlines were utilized amid the examination utilizing the factual of science bundle programming so as to concoct precise investigation and displayed in unthinkable and graphical strategies.
The results obtained showed that there was indeed a relationship between supply chain risk management and organization performance. It was concluded that supply chain risks affect organization performance in the event they materialize and therefore there was need for organization to identify risk exposure, analyze the risk exposure and have in place mitigation plans for the risk identified within their supply chain. The study found that risk identification is the most crucial in the whole risk management process. We have to be aware that risks that are not identified and defined in the first stages of risk management are not later treated and therefore go unseen and unmanaged. The main sources of risks as identified during the study were technological risks, political risks, market risks, environmental risks and financial risks. The study concluded that risk identification strategies affected organization performance at Accelar logistics. The study concentrated only on supply chain risk identification, risk sources and risk mitigation strategies and how they impact the organization performance. A broader research should be done on the specific impact of these factors to financial, operational performance of firms in Kenya
Determinants of Capital Adequacy in Kenya’s SACCOs: A Case Study of Deposit Taking SACCOs in Nairobi
No full textA Project Report Submitted to the School of Business in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirement for Business Administration (MBA)The purpose of the study was to investigate the factors that affect capital adequacy in deposit taking SACCOs in Kenya, a case study of Nairobi County. The study sought to address the following research objectives: How does liquidity affect capital adequacy in deposit taking SACCOs in Nairobi, How does risk affect capital adequacy in deposit taking SACCOs in Nairobi and how does deposit mobilization affect capital adequacy in deposit taking SACCOs in Nairobi.
A causal research design was applied to a population of 35 licensed deposit taking (FOSA) SACCOs in Nairobi that were regulated by SASRA. This design is appropriate when the researcher wishes to provide an accurate representation of situations and make inferences about the target population. This study adopted a census sampling technique of 35 licensed deposits taking SACCOs in Nairobi and used secondary data obtained from financial statements. This study used descriptive and inferential statistics to establish the relationship between the 3 independent variables and the dependent variables – Capital adequacy (core capital to total assets) and Capital adequacy as a ratio of core capital to total deposits. Regression and correlation analyses were used and based on the association between two or more variables. The Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) and Excel were the analysis tools used in this study.
The study found that under the liquidity measures cash position and reserve ratio had positive association with core capital to total assets ratio, while capacity ratio and total deposit had a negative effect or association. On the other hand cash position, capacity ratio and total deposit had negative association with core capital to total deposits ratio except the reserve ratio. All the liquidity ratios had a significant effect on core capital to total assets except cash position indicator ratio .The effect of the liquidity ratios on capital adequacy measure (core capital to total deposit) was found to be significant at the 95% level of confidence. Risk had a positive association with both measures of capital adequacy, the effect of risk on both capital adequacy measures was found to be significant at the 95% level of confidence. The study found that deposit mobilisation had a positive effect or association with core capital to total assets and negative association with core capital to total deposits. The effect of deposit mobilizations on both capital adequacy measures was not significant at the 95% level of confidence.
Based on the findings, the study concluded that DTS need to maintain reasonable level of liquidity so that the capital adequacy ratios are at par with the ratios recommended by SASRA, a unit increase in risk would increase capital adequacy and that an increase in deposit mobilization would increase capital adequacy under core capital to total asset ratio while a similar increase would lower capital adequacy as core capital to total deposits.
The study recommends that managers of the SACCOs closely adhere to the requirements provided by regulation by ensuring sufficient reserves to meet withdrawal and disbursement demands. Further, DTS are encouraged to maintain sufficient capital that can reasonably absorb loan losses so that the member’s savings are protected and the continuity of the Sacco is assured. The recommended percentage by the bank is a minimum of 10%.
The study also recommends that a central depository facility be established to cushion DTS from seasonal liquidity shortages. Finally, (FOSA) should expand their savings mobilization efforts to increase the funds available to them, improve service provision to clients, and increase their local market share by examining their existing operations to see how they can better provide the key features that savers seek: safety, convenience, and returns
The Influence of Digitalization on the Performance of Digitalized Commercial Banks in Kenya
No full textA Research Project Report Submitted to the Chandaria School of Business in Partial Fulfilment of the Requirements for the Degree of Masters in Business Administration (MBA)The general objective of the study was to investigate the influence of digitalization on the performance of digitalized commercial banks in Kenya. The study was guided by the following specific objective; to identify the main platforms used in digitalization in commercial banks in Kenya, to assess the challenges of digitalization on the digitalized commercial banks in Kenya and to assess the effects of digitalization on the performance of commercial banks in Kenya.
The research design which was adopted for the study was descriptive. The target population of this study comprised 623 senior employees. Stratified random sampling was used in the selection of 83 respondents. The study used questionnaires administered to each member of the sample. The study administered the questionnaires individually to all respondents of the study. Quantitative data collected was analyzed by the use of descriptive statistics using SPSS and presented through percentages, means, standard deviations and frequencies. The study conducted a multiple regression analysis.
The study revealed a significant relationship between performance of commercial banks in Kenya and main platforms used in digitalization. The study also established that a unit increase in main platforms used in digitalization would lead to an increase in performance of commercial banks.
The study revealed a significant relationship between performance of commercial banks in Kenya and challenges of digitalization. The study also established that a unit decrease in challenges of digitalization would lead to an increase in performance of commercial banks.
The study revealed a significant relationship between performance of commercial banks in Kenya and effects of digitalization. The study also established that a unit increase in effects of digitalization would lead to an increase or a decrease in performance of commercial banks.
The study found that challenges of digitalization would lead to a decrease in performance of commercial banks. The study concluded that effects of digitalization would lead to an increase or a decrease in performance of commercial banks. The study also found that main platforms used in digitalization would lead to an increase in performance of commercial banks.
Therefore, the study concludes that there was a significant relationship between performance of commercial banks in Kenya and main platforms used in digitalization. The study was able to establish that a unit increase in the main platforms used in digitalization would lead to an increase in performance of commercial banks. Following the findings from the study, it was also concluded that a unit decrease in challenges of digitalization led to an increase in performance of commercial banks. The study concluded that challenges arising as a result of digitalization would lead to a decrease in performance of commercial banks. The results of the study also led to the conclusion that a unit increase in effects of digitalization would lead to an increase or a decrease in performance of commercial banks. The effects of digitalization would ultimately lead to an increase or a decrease in performance of commercial banks.
The study recommends that the commercial banks should incorporate all the main platforms used in digitalization. This will ensure that the organization operates effectively and efficiently because the customers will be able to access all the services they require through the platforms. Hence this will help in improving the performance of commercial banks. The management of commercial banks should understand the challenges of digitalization. This will help the organization to come up with strategies to overcome the challenges. This will ensure the smooth operation of the organization hence, improving its performance. The organization should be able understand the positive and negative effects of digitalization. The positive effects will help the organization to improve their activities. The negative effects will be important because the organization will be able to come up with strategies to mitigate the negative effects. Hence, assisting in improving organization performance. The study sought to investigate the influence of digitalization on the performance of digitalized commercial banks in Kenya. Others studies should be carried out to establish the influence of digitalization on the performance of digitalized commercial banks in Kenya
The Effect of Strategic Management on the Non-Financial Performance in Non-Governmental Organizations: A Case of the Non-Governmental Organizations in Kenya
No full textA Research Project Report Submitted to the Chandaria School of Business in Partial Fulfilment of the Requirement for the Degree of Masters in Business Administration (MBA)The major purpose of the study was to examine the effect of Strategic planning on the organizational performance of Non-governmental organizations. Using the data from the Non-governmental organizations, the study examined how strategy management affect the non-financial performance of non-organizational organizations. The study focused on the demographic data, job position and the duration of employments. The specific objective was; to establish whether strategy formulation affects the non-financial performance of the non-governmental organizations; to establish whether strategy implementation affect the non-financial performance of non-organizational organizations and to establish whether strategy evaluation affect the non-financial performance of non-organizational organizations.
The scope of the study covered the local and international Non-governmental organization in Kenya as recorded in the Non-governmental database. This body of organizations constituted the population of the study. The study investigated three independent variables (Strategy Formulation, Strategy implementation and strategy Evaluation) against the dependent variable – non-financial performance.
A descriptive study design was used whereby the research instrument applied was a questionnaire. This was necessary because the data collected was quantitative in nature. The target population will be drawn from twenty Non-governmental organizations in Kenya and will consist of 20 top management, 30 middle management staff and 40 operational staff of non-governmental organizations. The study was stratified random sampling due to the heterogeneous nature of the target population. A sample size of 64 respondents shall be used. A specifically designed structured questionnaire was the tool used to collect primary data for this study. The data, after collection, was analysed using descriptive statistics including frequencies and percentages for easier interpretation. Pearson correlation and regression analysis were then used to show how the independent variables influence the dependent variables. The data was thereafter analysed using the Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) Software. The findings were presented using Tables, figures and charts. The study variables (Strategy Formulation, Strategy Implementation and Strategy Evaluation) contributed to the improved Non-financial performance of the NGOs from the study.
This study has concluded that Strategic management practices significantly influence the non-financial performance of non-governmental organizations. The study established that non-governmental organizations should therefore use the strategic management process of strategy formulation, strategy implementation and Strategy evaluation.
The study recommends that the non-governmental organizations should carry out strategy formulation, strategy implementation and strategy evaluation for optimal non-financial performance. The study proposes use of strategic leadership to ensure that the employees are away of the importance of the organizational strategies. The study further recommends continuous improvement in the strategy formulation, strategy implementation and strategy evaluation methods used by organizations
The Impact Of Disarmament Of Pastoral Communities On Their Security: The Case Of Karamoja Region Of Uganda
No full textA Proposal Submitted To the School Of Humanities & Social Sciences in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirement for the Degree of Master of Arts in International RelationsThis thesis explores the problem of recurrent armed violence among the pastoral communities in Karamoja and the neighboring communities. It shall investigate why after many attempts at eradicating insecurity in the Karamoja region, there remains persistent armed violence. The study argues that while Karamoja is no stranger to armed violence and insecurity, the conflict has brought in new players and new dynamics.
The Karamojong have survived through a mix of natural disasters and human-induced hardships through scramble for scarce natural resources such as water and pasture for their animals and cattle rustling. Although the situation can be said to be abnormal, the local communities continue to forge life throughout extreme violence in an appalling humanitarian setting.
With their unwavering association with modern weapons, it was no surprise that government of Uganda and International Non-Governmental Organizations turned their focus on a possible intervention in the Karamoja sub region.
Following the 2003-2006 disarmament campaign, the population in Karamoja was exposed to untold violence carried out by communities that did not surrender firearms in their possession. The Uganda People’s Defense Forces in carrying out forceful disarmament tortured innocent civilians in the hope of recovering a firearm.
Throughout the 2003-2006 disarmament campaign the Government and foreign funders failed to address the reason why Karamojong pastoralists needed to arm themselves. The Operation was ill prepared, rushed and implemented. This eventually resulted in gross human rights violations as well as opportunity lost to ensure total disarmament.
Besides investigating government of Uganda reasons for a disarmament campaign, this study will also establish that armed violence in Karamoja was not a result of heavy presence of Small Arms and Light Weapons in the hands of the Karamojong
An Impact Assessment of Poverty Reduction Strategies in Kenya: Case Study of Kenya Agricultural and Sustainable Land Management Program (KAPSLM) In Nyandarua County
No full textA Thesis Submitted to the School of Humanities and Social Sciences at the United States International University - Africa in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the award of a Master of Arts Degree in International Relations.(Integrated Studies)The Government of Kenya has been on the move to eradicate poverty in the country. This has been seen through various Poverty eradication strategies and other papers put in place by the government. This study assesses the impact of Kenya Agricultural Productivity and Sustainable Land Management (KAPSLM) as poverty eradication strategy. It focuses on whether it has created and strengthened the self-sufficiency of smallholders’ rural farmers. It also focuses on whether the innovative and productive capacity of the smallholder rural farmers has been attained in order to reduce poverty and enhance development. The study adopted both quantitative and qualitative research approach. Nyandarua County was purposively selected being one of the areas covered by KAPSLM. Using a cross-sectional survey research design, the study was conducted on 116 households who were selected using simple random sampling procedure. Rwanyambo, Njambini, Githabai, and Bamboo are the areas that were included in the study, and the sample was selected from these areas using proportionate sampling to ensure representativeness. A pilot study was conducted in Nakuru County to provide the basis for testing the validity of the data collection instrument. The instrument had a reliability coefficient of 0.76. The study revealed that nappier grass planting, digging terraces, fruit and vegetable farming, dairy farming, apiculture, and aquaculture are the main aspect of the projects implemented by farmers. The main benefits that the farmers realized from the project include increased incomes, diversification of farm enterprises, reduced soil erosion, and diversification of food sources, among others. The costs associated with project implementation acted as a major hindrance to the full implementation of the project in the project area. The study concludes that the projects implemented had a significant influence on poverty reduction in Nyandarua County. The study recommends that there is a need for further research to ascertain the best option among the various projects implemented by farmers
The Role of Cash Transfer Programs in Promoting Sustainable Development Goals for the Urban Poor Woman in Nairobi.
No full textA Thesis Submitted to the School of Humanities And Social Sciences In Partial Fulfillment Of Requirement For A Master’s Degree in International RelationsThe main objective of the study sought to determine the role of cash transfer programs in promoting sustainable development goals for the urban poor woman in Nairobi. It focused on the role of cash transfer programs in promoting poverty alleviation and gender equality. The study used capability approach, the theory of change and, sustainable livelihood approach for cash transfers in its theoretical framework. The capability approach advocates for the promotion of people's capabilities and freedoms. Theory of change looks at the different pathways of cash transfer programs. The study found that cash transfers if made predictable and regular for the urban poor woman in Nairobi have long- term impacts on the livelihoods of the beneficiaries. The study also revealed that cash transfer programs had a large impact on gender equality and hunger, which is a manifestation of poverty. The study found that the cash transfers promoted the participation of the beneficiaries in income generating activities. Although the cash transfer program in Mukuru had a positive impact on poverty reduction, it is still difficult to determine whether or not the cash transfer program promoted intergenerational poverty reduction because of the short period of the cash transfer program ran. The cash transfers were used by the women for their daily needs. The cash transfers assisted the women to get into different investments and saving groups. The cash transfer programs empowered the women in urban informal settlements. Based on the findings of the study recommends that there is an increase of the amount given to the beneficiaries because of the changes in the cost of living in urban areas. The study also recommends for the governments and development partners commitment and funding to the cash transfer programs this will promote the long-term impact of the cash transfers. It recommends that to tackle poverty, hunger and gender inequality and achieve these goals more coverage is needed to be able to realize significant progress in the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals. The thesis recommends further research on the sustainability of cash transfer programs in promoting development goals
Impact of Public Procurement Regulations on Kenya’s Interactions with International Actors: A Case of the Ministry Of Energy
No full textA Thesis Report Submitted To The School Of Humanities And Social Sciences In Partial Fulfilment Of The Requirements For The Award Of The Degree Of Master Of Arts In International RelationsThe main objective of this study is to investigate the impacts of public procurement regulations on Kenya’s interactions with international actors. The specific objectives of the study are: to analyze the impacts of Kenya’s adherence to procurement regulations on her interactions with international actors, to investigate the effect of international pressure on compliance to procurement regulations in Kenya and lastly to examine the external factors influencing compliance to procurement regulations in Kenya.
The study was conducted between April-June 2016 in the County of Nairobi. The study utilized a descriptive research design using the Ministry of Energy as the case for the study. The population of the study was drawn from the Ministry of Energy, the Geothermal Development Company, the Kenya Nuclear Electricity Board, Kenya Power, and the Energy Regulatory Commission. Data for this study was collected through primary and secondary means.
Primary data was collected through a questionnaire while secondary data was collected from published and unpublished material. Content analysis was used to analyze data. To ensure validity and reliability of data collected, pilot testing of the questionnaire was done while triangulation and credibility tests were undertaken. Analyzed data is presented using tables, figures and case descriptions
A Study on Academic Motivation of University Students
No full textA Thesis Submitted to the School of Humanities and Social Sciences in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirement for the Degree of Master of Arts in Clinical PsychologyIntegrative approaches toward the study of academic motivation suggest that motivation encompasses both adaptive and maladaptive cognitive and behavioral dimensions, therefore drawing upon key influential theoretical perspectives; including self-efficacy theory, achievement goal theory and self-determination theory, in its research.
This research used the Academic Motivation scale as well as Rosenberg’s self-esteem scale as a primary source of data collection. Quantitative data analyses of this study, presented through descriptive statistical methods found that male and female students do not differ in their levels self-esteem, but vary greatly in their intrinsic academic motivation levels.
Pearson and Chi-square analysis revealed a strong negative correlation between self-esteem and academic motivation, and further show that academic degree levels rather than gender have a greater influence on self-esteem and intrinsic motivation. Results of the present study as well as prior studies have shown that, research surrounding gender and self-esteem or self-efficacy or academic motivation levels between genders is still not precise or consistent
Assessment of Strategic Solid waste Management: A Case of Selected Markets in Kiambu County
No full textA Research Project Submitted to the Chandaria School of Business in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirement for the Degree of Masters in Business Administration (MBA)Solid Waste Management is one of the major challenges facing urban centers mainly in cities, market places, towns and some settlements in most of the developing countries. Solid waste arising from domestic, social and industrial activities is increasing in quantity and variety as a result of growing population, rising standards of living and development of technology. When basic services such as waste collection and disposal are inadequate, problems associated with poor solid waste management such as land and water pollution, blocking of access ways, reduced aesthetics of the environment, health related problems and loss of revenue among others spring up.
This research study was done to assess the solid waste management practices in Kiambu County, specifically in major markets within the County. There have been various research studies carried out to assess the management of municipal solid wastesystemsacross the world and in Kenya but nothing much has been done to assess the municipal solid waste management in Kiambu County specifically in the market places. The research focused on identifying the factors contributing to ineffective municipal solid wastemanagement, Municipal solid waste systems,modern municipal waste and sanitation strategies, and publicprivate partnerships for sustainable municipal waste and sanitation management.The study employed a descriptive survey design,quantitative and qualitative research approaches and covered a target population of 3000 stakeholders of the markets with a sample size of 353 respondents.
The study found that solid waste management in Kiambu markets was influenced by the systems and approaches used to control waste generation and recycling, political prioritization, county support, legal framework and the members of the public. The study also found that existing systems on waste generation and storage lacked waste separation options to facilitate easy waste management while the waste disposal guidelines were partially implemented. The county had not pursued fully integrated waste management strategy, treatment approach of waste management, public-private partnership strategies and enforcement to manage solid waste.
The study concluded that waste management in Kiambu County was affected by nine composite factors which depended on the political goodwill, the control and generation of the wastes, the support from the county government, legal framework, level of awareness,
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the corporation of the market vendors and political interference. Secondly, the County systems of waste disposal were ineffective and had loopholes especially on house hold system. Lastly, the county did not use integrated approach in solid waste management, treatment approach and public-private linkages. The enforcement of the guidelines was done moderately.
The study recommended that the County reviews the existing waste generation control systems with a view of sealing any loopholes which could interfere with the effectiveness of waste management in Kiambu markets and initiate training programs on waste management among the market vendors to equip them with skills on waste management.On the systems of waste disposal, the study recommended that household waste management system be developed to ensure waste was well managed from the source to disposal and laws on the waste management be fully enforced. Lastly, the county needs to develop new strategies of waste management such as incorporating an integrated waste management system to include waste milling, training, dumpsite management, involving market vendors and management and outsourcing waste management services under public-private partnerships as well as involvement of market management staff in enforcement