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- ItemEffect of balance of payment deficit on economic growth of Uganda(Kampala International University, Faculty of Business and Management, 2004-08) Kabagambe, Jesse; DavidThe study was carried out to determine the effect of balance of payments deficit on the economic growth of Uganda. It was clearly discovered that there was a problem in the balance of payment statement as a result of poor exports, high expenditure level on imports that are greater than what is earned from exports. It is due to this that the objective of the study was carried out to; • To establish and analyze the balance of payment records and their effects on economic growth. • Composition of Uganda's outputs and inputs. • Relationship between the economic growth indicators. • To find out what level does Uganda depend on the external sources of funds. The study used primary and secondary data as collection methods. The collected findings established that there was varying expenditure, income patterns which led to the balancer of payment deficit thus affecting economic growth. From the findings the following were recommended; • Gover5ment should adopt best expenditure patterns. • Improve on the quality of exports. • Proper implementation and book keeping of records With the above recommendation and more to be looked at it is hoped that this will solve the balance of payment deficit leading to reduced over dependence on external sources of funds hence increasing the economic growth of Uganda
- ItemExploring the extent to which innovation has made international companies more competitive than local companies in Uganda: a case study of Coca-Cola comp any Uganda, Namanve(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management, 2005-08) Akello, Middy-Step
- ItemRapid product development as the key factor to competitive advantage in multinational companies in Uganda: the case of Uganda Telecom Limited(Kampala International University; College of Economics and management, 2005-08) Lemayian, Noah N.At the moment rapid product development has become a competitive tool most companies are using to overcome the competition in today’s ferociously competitive marketing environment. The purpose of this study was to establish the extent to which Uganda telecom Limited (UTL) has adopted the rapid product development strategy to out compete the competition in the Telecommunication industry. This was done by investigating the product development strategies UTL utilized. The case study method was used to collect both quantitative and qualitative data. The interview method was used to collect data from UTL’s head office situated at Rwenzori Court Plot 2 and 4A, Kampala. The findings revealed that UTL had adopted a rapid Product Development Strategy (PDS). It is therefore recommended that the company continue enhancing and improving its products in line with this strategy.
- ItemFinancial accounting and performance on Kapenguria Teachers Savings and Credit Co-operative Society Limited, West Pokot District-Kenya(Kampala International University(KIU), 2006) Kasilon, Lomorii Julius
- ItemPerceptions of employees towards automation: A(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management, 2006-01) Kiarie, GeoffreyAs Organizations continue to automate in order to reduce costs and increase quality, the employee's perceptions towards automation on the other hand have become a major critical area. This is because most employers are having to determine how they can implement automation and at the same time retain their workers. Automation has resulted into companies having to make unpopular decisions such as organizational downsizing, employee layoffs among other changes. This study sought to find out the perceptions of New Kenya Cooperative Creameries employees towards automation. Having explored automation and its main problems, the researcher's goal was to investigate employee perceptions and recommend measures that can be taken in order to improve the current situation. The investigations conducted utilized the qualitative and quantitative methodologies. The target population being all N.K.C.C employees, the researcher divided the employees into two subsets, the first subset was top level managers and the second subset was factory based workers. Included in this study were 32 employees from the various departments ofN.K.C.C Ltd. The researcher used stratified sampling to determine the sample size. This was done by dividing the population into strata according to the different characteristics of each group. This method ensured homogeinity, increased precision and accuracy. A self administered questionnaire was then utilized to collect primary data and contained three categories as follows; Demographic response, general automation opinion and intensive automation opinion. The Likert scale was used in the last category to measure respondents opinions as follows; 4 (strongly disagree), 3 (agree), 2 (disagree) I (strongly disagree). A letter was then presented to N.K.C.C General Manager, requesting permission to conduct the research in the organization. After the researcher was granted permission, the data was collected from the respondents, compiled and analyzed to present the Research findings. The research findings, according to the study, showed varied opinions; this is in view of the responses the researcher received from the respondents. Most N.K.C.C employees had no negative feelings towards automation, what they needed to be addressed by the management is automation benefits and how it affects their duties. The findings also revealed that N.K.C.C employees were willing to enter into a mutual relationship with the management so as to create a productive working environment.
- ItemMarketing strategies of Caltex oil (Uganda) Limited(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management, 2006-02) Mchaki, Norah DickThe general objective of this study was to investigate the marketing strategies adopted by Caltex Company to effect its operations. Specifically, the study aimed to find out the marketing strategies of Caltex Company; to examine the marketing policies of Caltex Company with a view to recommending how it could effectively tap on potential oppmtunities to strengthen its market share and to investigate customer's attitude towards service provided by Caltex. The study used a descriptive study design. Purposive sampling was used to select 15 staff from Caltex. Convenient sampling was used to select 35 customers. Thus, the sample size was 50. The data collected was analysed using frequencies and percentages, which were presented using graphs and tables. Premium product is the most competitive fuel product for Caltex. Regarding the diesel and oil products, Havoline (gear oil) is the most competitive. Type and number of vehicles was the most explanatory factor for some of the products doing better than others on the market. It was established that the amount allocated as expenditure on Caltex's marketing drive was adequate. The most used advertisement media by the company was mainly billboards. It was found that advertising and product branding were most factors that made Caltex's products better than products of competitors. There are more customers from within Kampala than from without. This has implications to Caltex (U) Ltd. There are more customers serviced by Shell (U) Ltd followed by those serviced by Total (U) Ltd, Caltex (U) Ltd, Petro and Kobil. The major reason why most customers fuel at the same station was superior quality products. Most customers service their vehicle at Shell (U) Ltd. Following this category, are those serviced by Total (U) Ltd, Vlll Caltex (U) Ltd, Petro and Kobil. The major reason for customers servicing at the Caltex service station was superior quality products. Customers have a positive/good attitude towards service provided by Caltex. lt is recommended that Caltex (U) Ltd should first consider the type and number of vehicles in a region to determine the products it puts emphasis on while designing the marketing strategy. Caltex (U) Ltd should not rely mainly on advertising and product branding for marketing its products in order to out compete its competitors but enhancing the company reputation, offering sales services and customer support, promotion, on-time delivery, quality control, marketing research, use of new marketing methods, good customer care and control distribution channels. Caltex (U) Ltd should try harder to increase its market share given that it trails Shell and Total in the industry.
- ItemJob satisfaction and performance of employees in Multl-national enterprises: case of UNICEF Uganda(Kampala International University.College of Economics and Management, 2006-04) Martine, Shukrani Namegabe
- ItemAssessment of electronic assisted management in Stanbic Bank Kampala Uganda: case study Stanbic Bank Kampala, Uganda(Kampala International University: College of Economics and management, 2006-07) Tekah, Isaiah B.The study was basically based on the assessment of electronic assisted management in Stanbic Bank Kampala Uganda compared to the traditional manual management system that was there before. The purpose of the study was to assess the use of electronic assisted management in the management of Stanbic Bank in the general course of its operations and how it affects the decision making. The objectives of the study were: ❖ To assess the areas of applications of electronic assistance management. ❖ To assess the justification of EAM. ❖ To assess the rationale of electronic assisted management. ❖ To identify limitations of EAM. The instruments used to collect data were questionnaires, interview and observation. Samples were selected both randomly and systematically. The data for the study was got from two sources that is primary and secondary source. Finally, the data was analyzed using MS excel, Tables, Pie charts, graphs and statistical methods. The findings of the study were that, electronic assisted management greatly affects the management and operations of the bank and it contributes a lot towards the successful decision making of the Bank. In order for the bank to serve its customers with ease and coordinate with other management level or functional departments in the course of management EAM plays a key role. The conclusion was that, electronic assisted management greatly contributes towards the success of management of Stanbic bank given the era of globalization and technological changes in order to improve on the services according to the specifications of the customers with differing tastes and preferences. Unlike the traditional manual management system that did not consider this factor.
- ItemThe effect of mortgage finance on the Perception of the East African Society. Case study: (S&L, The mortgage Company)(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management Sciences, 2006-07) Munjuga, Grace Wambui
- ItemDelegation and employee performance in parastatal organizations ( a case study of Kenya power and lighting company ltd) parklands branch, Nairobi(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management, 2006-07) Kariuki, Zakary ThuoDelegation is always done after recruitment and training. It is done to increase responsibility of employees and competence and also it acts as a learning curve, effect. The company as a whole is interested in delegation in order to motivate employees and improve the experience because when managers delegate the experience of the subordinates improves because they perform several duties. The primary objective of this study was to investigate the factors that affect delegation in Kenya Power and Lighting Company. The population targeted in this study was 60 respondents out of approximately 500 employees. Questions were designed to secure the information about delegation as far as possible using both the top and junior employees. Research design and, methodology are very important aspects of every study. In this study the researcher specifically aimed at explaining the methods and tools used to present data for analyzing to get proper and optimum information related to the subject under study. The methodology applied was the open and closed questionnaires administered to sixty employees. The stratified random sampling method was applied as sampling method and data was gathered and analyzed. The major findings established that managers do not empower staff to enable, them to take up delegation successfully. Supervisors do not design the delegation with their subordinates and employees do not have experience to exercise the duties delegated to them. An improvement in delegation may work to boost the effectiveness of the organizations retention and staff satisfaction.
- ItemThe success and growth in the operations management of Kenya Commercial Bank: case study of Kenya Commercial Bank Mwanza [Tanzania] branch Kinyata Road(Kampala International University; College of Economics and management, 2006-07) Malila, Solole L.The study was basically based on the growth and success in operations management of Kenya commercial Bank Mwanza [Tanzania] branch. The objectives of the study were:- To find out the operations management systems, policies and techniques used by the KCB while operating in Tanzania. • To find out the mode of entry strategies used by KCB to enter into a foreign country. • To find out the contribution of the KCB to the financial sectors of the country of Tanzania. • To find out some of the competitive advantages of KCB has as it is operating in foreign country like Tanzania. • To find out the operation departments in KCB how are structured and consolidated from one department to another. The instruments used to collect data were questionnaires and interview. Samples were selected both randomly and systematically. The data for the study was got from two sources (primary and secondary). Finally the data was analyzed using Ms Word, Excel, percentages, charts and tables. The findings were:- The study shows that operations management system, policies, procedures and techniques used by the KCB made it to succeed and exist in the foreign country. The findings further shows that the good policy of the country on economic policy, good technology, political stability, and understanding the culture of the country may lead to success of the business. The conclusions were:- The findings of the study indicates that the operations management system, policies, techniques and procedures of the Kenya commercial bank leads to the growth and success of the company while in host country. Also the findings indicate that the success and growth of the bank may be affected by the economic policy, political climate, and technological level and cultural of the country. The recommendations made by the researcher were:- The Kenya commercial Bank should be able to analyze well the political, economic, cultural and technological factors of the foreign country for the success and growth of the company (PEST ANALYSIS).
- ItemRetailer brand and channel conflict: the case of Nakumatt supermarkets and mumias sugar(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management, 2006-07) Nderitu, patricia WangariThe study was done between the months of July and August 2006, with the objective of establishing the impact of introduction of own brands (retailer brands) by supermarkets in Nairobi on the conflicts with the manufacturers who supply them with competing brands. Data was collected though two questionnaires, one to the manufacturers and the other to the supermarkets. Nakumatt supermarkets (with its own brands) were surveyed together with one manufacturer, Mumias Sugar, who supplies the supermarket chain with a competing brand. The data shall be analyzed by use of tables and percentages to reduce the information to an understandable form.
- ItemThe Success and Growth in the Operations Management of Kenya Commercial Bank: A Case Study of Kenya Commercial Bank Mwanza [Tanzania] Branch Kinyata Road(Kampala International University, bachelors degree in International Business Administration, 2006-07) Malila Solole, LameckThe study was basically based on the growth and success in operations management of Kenya commercial Bank Mwanza [Tanzania] branch The objectives of the study were:- To find out the operations management systems, policies and techniques used by the KCB while operating in Tanzania. • To find out the mode of entry strategies used by KCB to enter into a foreign country. • To find out the contribution of the KCB to the financial sectors of the country of Tanzania. • To find out some of the competitive advantages of KCB has as it is operating in foreign country like Tanzania. • To find out the operation departments in KCB how are structured and consolidated from one department to another. The instruments used to collect data were questionnaires and interview. Samples were selected both randomly and systematically. The data for the study was got from two sources (primary and secondary). Finally the data was analyzed using Ms Word, Excel, percentages, charts and tables. The findings were:- The study shows that operations management system, policies, procedures and techniques used by the KCB made it to succeed and exist in the foreign country. The findings further shows that the good policy of the country on economic policy, good technology, political stability, and understanding the culture of the country may lead to success of the business. The conclusions were:- The findings of the study indicates that the operations management system, policies, techniques and procedures of the Kenya commercial bank leads to the growth and success of the company while in host country. Also the findings indicate that he success and growth of the bank may be affected by the economic policy, political climate, technological level and cultural of the country. The recommendations made by the researcher were:- The Kenya commercial Bank should be able to analyze well the political, economical, cultural and technological factors of the foreign country for the success and growth of the company (PEST ANALYSIS).
- ItemEvaluation of effectiveness of inventory internal control systems: case study: Uchumi Supermarket Garden City Kampala, Uganda(Kampala International University, School of Business and Management, 2006-08) Arusei K, JeremiahThe main objective of this study was is to establish the effectiveness of internal controls on inventory in Uchumi supermarkets. The study was conducted by personal interview with the manager of the company. The research was undertaken to answer the following questions. • What internal controls over inventory are in place? • How efficient are these controls? • How can management improve the general control environment as well as increase operating efficiency? The research also intended to establish whether there is any documented internal control on inventory and if there is none what is used in its place. To make the study complete i collected secondary and primary data .The secondary data was obtained from unpublished financial statements while the primary data is obtained through face-to-face interview with the storekeeper and the filling of the questionnaire. The study brought out that internal controls do exist though there are some strengths and weaknesses in these controls on inventory. Some of the strengths noted include authorization and approval of transactions like in receiving and issuing the inventory. However there were also some weaknesses noted this include lack of segregation of duties this is evident in purchasing and receiving. In this case, the manager places the order and is the person who receives these goods when delivered and handover to the storekeeper. The internal controls on inventory do exist in the supermarket and they are efficient at the moment but I suggested that they should be improved before the loopholes that exist are exploited to the disadvantages of the company. This can be done through further segregation of duties.
- ItemMotivation and Performance of Employees German Technical Firm (Gtz) Kenya(Kampala International University, bachelors degree in international business administration, 2006-08) Kamau, Maureen WariaraThis study was about the impact of motivation on employee performance in German Technical Firm. The purpose of the study was to find out the content of existing motivation policy. The study also gives a clear picture on relationship between motivation and employee performance in German Technical Firm. The study was carried out at head office of German Technical Firm Located in Nairobi, which has about one hundred and fifty employees. It has been observed that motivation has not been very successful in achieving the company objectives due to lack of well-formulated and documented motivation policy. The data was collected using questionnaires and interviews, which help the researcher to obtain information and reliable data. The study also reveal that majority of the respondent have not performed effectively due to lack of motivation in the company. Basing on the above German Technical Firm should establishes some incentives schemes for the employees in order to increase performance.
- ItemMicrofinance and Socio-Economic Development of Customers: A Case Study of Pride Uganda Limited.(Kampala International University, bachelors degree in international business administration, 2006-08) Kimonyi, Felister MueniPoverty is an increasing problem and a major concern worldwide. By extending financial services to the poor we encourage self employment, decision making and sustainable growth, allowing beneficiaries to fulfill their personal as well as their professional goals by accessing a financial system, to obtain the essay funds in order to achieve personal objectives. As a result, the tools used in microfinance sector are the key to remove the threat of poverty permanently. 20 respondents were investigated in the study. These include 18 clients of which 5 were shopkeepers, 6 were farmers, 3 who worked for wages and those who gain income from renting out small amount of land, vehicles, and draft animals were 5. The rest 2 were employees of Pride Uganda, Limited. The research employed both qualitative and quantitative methods of collection of data and analysis. The main areas of focus in the study included sources of microfinance, services offered by microfinance institution, government policy framework donors of microfinance in Uganda, constrains of microfinance. Lastly, policy makers should call for policy makers to have a better understanding of the microfinance industry to develop a clear framework for regulation and supervision of the sub sector.
- ItemKampala International University green marketing practice: case study of shell Uganda Limited.(Kampala International University.College of Economics and Management, 2006-08) Achaga, Omido CollinsThis study was undertaken under the topic green marketing practices with the aim of identifying the different types of green marketing practiced. The objective of the study was to identify factors that led shell oil company to adopt green marketing, to identify green marketing practices adopted by shell oil company and to find out challenges faced by shell oil company while turning green. The research was based on review of literature relating to the study variables also previous journals, text books and articles and visiting shell oil company to get the information. Findings indicated the types of green marketing practiced factors that led Shell Oil Company to adopt green marketing and the challenges faced while turning green.
- ItemImpact of the problems encountered during the market ability of insurance services/ products by a subsidiary of a multinational enterprise: a case study of First Insurance Company Limited Uganda(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management, 2006-08) Kebba, Stephen
- ItemStudy: how financial institution (local or international) can facilitate the growth of multinational enterprises in East Africa case study: East Africa Development Bank(EADB)-Kampala(Kampala International University, College of Economics and Management, 2006-08) Kendagor, Titus Kipruto
- ItemThe effects of regional economic integration on industrial growth: case study Diversey Kenya Limited(Kampala International University; College of Economics and management, 2006-08) Njuguna, Timothy W.This research report is about Regional Economic integration and its relevance to Industrial growth. The problem identified was that despite the renewed talks on reviving the East African trade bloc, firms have continued to operate within nation boundaries and have therefore not enjoyed to the optimal level, the benefits affiliated to mass production. The purpose of this study was to analyze the role that REI has played towards the growth of industries in East Africa and the world at large. The research used analytical and exploratory research designs purposely to obtain qualitative data. Literature was obtained from various secondary sources including text books, journals, newspapers, company reports, and the internet, on the major variables of the study in line with the research objectives. Findings indicate that firms are mainly constrained by internal factors like ownership and management. External factors like poor government support through elimination of cross border trade barriers and competition from similar industries also exist. It was also identified that REI has played a great role in facilitating industrial growth through financial and non-financial support programmes.