Browsing Masters Theses and Projects by Title
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Rainfall Characteristics and Effect of Selected Soil Management Practices on Soil Water Productivity in the Central Highlands of Kenya
(University of Embu, 2018-09)Water insufficiency due to scarcity, poor distribution and high variability of rainfall in the Central Highlands of Kenya (CHK) and a decline in soil fertility have contributed to a continuous decrease in water productivity. ... -
Relationship between Head teachers' Personality types, Instructional Supervision Practices, and Academic Performance in Selected Public Primary Schools in Embu County, Kenya
(University of Embu, 2021-09)Personality types and practices can be viewed as factors that possess a great role in the improvement of academic performance in schools. Good personality types and effective practices can translate to better performance ... -
Relationship between Selected Motivational Factors and the Performance of Public Secondary School Agriculture Teacher’s in Imenti South District, Kenya
(Egerton University, 2013-11)Teacher motivation is very important as it directly affects the students’ performance. The performance of agriculture teachers in Imenti South District has been low compared to other districts. This has been characterized ... -
Response of Spk 004 to Meloidogyne Species Infestation and Impact of Sweet Potato Management Practices on Nematofauna in Mwea, Kenya
(University of Embu, 2020-12-11)Sweet potato (Ipomoea batatas L.) is an important food crop consumed throughout Africa. However, sweet potato yields are greatly reduced by pests including plant parasitic nematodes. Management of nematodes in sweet ... -
Review of Methods of Estimating Parameters In Nonlinear Mixed-Effects (Nlme) Models
(University of Nairobi, 2007-07)This study is a critical review of theoreticalissues that underline the linear mixed effects (LME) and nonlinear mixed effects (NLME) models. These two areas are revisited under maximum likelihood and restricted ... -
Risk-Based Internal Audit, Corporate Governance and Financial Performance of Deposit taking Cooperative Societies in Nairobi Metropolis, Kenya
(University of Embu, 2022-03)Through a risk-based internal audit (RBIA), companies can use internal audit capabilities to improve management and control of risks. It also improves the accountability and accuracy of financial statements. This study ... -
Role of Information and Communication Technology and Socio-Economic Factors on Marketing of Tomatoes among Smallholder Farmers in Kirinyaga County, Kenya
(University of Embu, 2021-09)Tomato is produced and consumed worldwide. In Kenya, tomato is used to generate income among rural people. Despite this, the sub-sector faces numerous challenges such as fluctuating market prices, postharvest losses and ... -
School Principals’ Administrative Functions and Their Influence on Students’ Learning Outcomes in Secondary Schools in Rangwe Sub County, Kenya
(University of Embu, 2021-09)The success of the schools in terms of students’ learning outcomes rests on the principals’ ability to steer the school by implementing administrative functions effectively. The study aimed at probing the association ... -
Social economic factors and pupils Academic achievement in public primary schools, Karaba zone Mbeere Subcounty,Kenya
(UoEm, 2023-08)There has been a persistent trend of underachievement of students in Karaba Zone compared to the broader Mbeere South Sub-County. Thus, the study examined the relationship between socioeconomic factors and pupils' academic ... -
Social economic factors and pupils Academic achievement in public primary schools, Karaba zone Mbeere Subcounty,Kenya
(UoEm, 2023-08)There has been a persistent trend of underachievement of students in Karaba Zone compared to the broader Mbeere South Sub-County. Thus, the study examined the relationship between socioeconomic factors and pupils' academic ... -
Social economic factors and pupils Academic achievement in public primary schools, Karaba zone Mbeere Subcounty,Kenya
(UoEm, 2023-08)There has been a persistent trend of underachievement of students in Karaba Zone compared to the broader Mbeere South Sub-County. Thus, the study examined the relationship between socioeconomic factors and pupils' academic ... -
Socio-economic determinants of low birth weight in Kenya: Logistic regression analysis
(University of Nairobi, 2010)Babies born with Low-birth weight are at increased risk for serious health problems which are accompanied by disabilities and even death. Hence this study aims to determine socioeconomic factors that lead to low birth ... -
Spatial Analysis and Mapping of Infant Mortality in Kenya On The Basis Of Demographic and Health Survey Data
(University of Nairobi, 2010)This study set out to examine and map the spatial variation of infant mortality in Kenya. We used data from Demographic and Health Survey (DHS) database to explore spatial variation. Generalized linear mixed inodel(GLMM) ... -
Strategic Alliances between Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) and Middle Level Colleges in Kenya
(University of Nairobi, 2010-11)Strategic alliance is one of many methods of strategy development. It has been defined as a situation where two or more organizations share resources and activities to pursue a strategy. Alliances vary considerably in their ... -
Strategic Determinants of Intrapreneurial Orientation at the Kenya Institute of Management, Kenya
(2017-08)The global business environment is today faced with uncertainty and various complexities. Innovation, taking risk and ability to pioneer ideas has been proven to contribute immensely to the financial wellness and strategic ... -
Structural Variability Of Mangrove Forests along the Coast of Kenya
(UoEm, 2023-08)Mangrove forests occur across a diversity of coastal landforms with different geomorphological, climatic and oceanographic influences. These factors influence mangrove structural development and productivity and as a ... -
Structure and Biomass Accumulation of Natural Mangrove Forest at Gazi Bay, Kenya
(Kenyatta University, 2013-08)Mangroves occupy only 0.4% of forested areas globally but are among the most productive ecosystems on earth. They account for about 11% of the total input of terrestrial carbon into the oceans. The above ground carbon ... -
Supply Chain Management Practices and Performance of Milk Processors in Kenya
(University of Embu, 2021-09)Supply Chain Management practices are activities carried out by an organization to enhance the effectiveness of its supply chain. The practices improve organizational performance and enhance competitiveness. Milk processors ... -
Technical efficiency, profitability and market Diversity among smallholder tomato farmers in Kirinyaga county
(UoEm, 2020-10-26)The horticultural sub-sector in Kenya contributes immensely to the country’s development agenda. Particularly, vegetables are crucial in poverty alleviation with tomato production ranking among the most vibrant enterprises. ... -
Technology Adoption, Production and Market Participation among Smallholder Indigenous Chicken Farmers in Tigania West Sub-County, Meru County
(University of Embu, 2021-09)Majority of the Kenyan population resides in rural areas and are characterised by high levels of poverty due to low income and food insecurity. Poultry production and in particular indigenous chicken has been recognised ...