College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS): Recent submissions
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Analyzing the adoption of accounting practices in small businesses. A case study of traders in Kikuubo trading centre in Kampala, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-10)The aim of the study was to examine the accounting practices adopted by traders in Kikuubo. The objectives of the study included assessing the prevailing accounting practices adopted by small businesses in Uganda, identifying ... -
Measuring efficiency of maize production in Uganda: a data envelopment analysis approach
(Makerere University, 2024-10)The study measured efficiency of maize production in Uganda. The study aimed at achieving two objectives i.e., to establish the performance of maize production in Uganda (at ZARDI and District level) and to determine how ... -
Forecasting Crime Rates in Uganda (2011-2022
(Makerere University, 2024-10)The research aimed to predict crime rates in Uganda accurately and reliably using monthly data from the Uganda Police Force from 2011 to 2022. It employed VAR modelling methods, rated against ARIMA, to determine the optimal ... -
Analyzing industrial electricity demand in Uganda from 1998 to 2022
(Makerere University, 2024-08)This study was conducted for the purpose of analyzing industrial electricity demand in Uganda from the year 1998 to 2022. To achieve this, descriptive statistical and econometric methodologies were utilized to analyze the ... -
Fintech innovation adaptability
(Makerere University, 2024-10)This study examined how leveraging FinTech innovations enhanced adaptability at KCB Bank. The objectives of the study were threefold: first, to evaluate how the adoption of FinTech innovations improved operational processes ... -
Factors associated with the survival of children within the first three months of life in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-10)This study investigated the factors associated with the survival of children within the first three months of life in Uganda, using secondary data from the 2016 Uganda Demographic and Health Surveys (UDHS) of 10263 children. ... -
The impact of mobile telecommunication on mobile money in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-09)This dissertation investigated the integration of mobile telecommunications with financial technology and its impact on Uganda’s economy and society. Mobile money has transformed financial inclusion, enabling over 80% of ... -
Analysis of women entrepreneurs’ access to financial services: a case of Kigali City
(Makerere University, 2024-08)This study examines women entrepreneurs’ access to financial services in Kigali City, Rwanda, with a focus on analysing the nature of women-owned enterprises, the factors affecting access to finance, and the policies and ... -
Assessing the financial resilience of commercial banks in Uganda: a case study of Opportunity Bank Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-09)This study examined the financial resilience of Opportunity Bank Uganda. The study was guided by three objectives which included assessing the current state of financial resilience of Opportunity Bank, the challenges ... -
Factors influencing the likelihood of first-day neonatal mortality in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-08)The objective of this study was to investigate the socio-demographic, healthcare-related and obstetric factors associated with the first-day neonatal mortality in Uganda. The study utilized the UDHS 2016 child dataset, ... -
Evaluating investors financial literacy in business among women agriprenuers in Nakawa market
(Makerere University, 2024-09)The study evaluated the investors financial literacy in business among Agriprenuers in the Nakawa Market, Kampala District Uganda. Financial literacy is recommendable practice desired for business survival in this competitive ... -
Correlates of aids-related mortality among patients on antiretroviral therapy in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-09)In this “test and treat” era of HIV and AIDS management, the persistently higher mortality rate among PLWH compared to non-HIV individuals in low-income countries remains questionable. This study aimed to investigate the ... -
Analysis of capital adequacy in commercial banks: a case study of Guaranty Trust Bank Uganda Limited
(Makerere University, 2024-09)This study analyzed capital adequacy in Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) Uganda, which transitioned to a credit institution by the end of the 2023/2024 financial year. It focused on three objectives: (1) evaluating GTBank’s ... -
The impact of internal controls on loan defaults in microfinance institutions: a case study of Pride Microfinance Limited Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-09)This study aimed at investigating the impact of internal controls on loan defaults in the context of Pride Microfinance Ltd Uganda, a leading MFI in the country. The research project employed a quantitative approach, using ... -
Assessment of credit risk management practices in financial institutions in Uganda: a case of Bank of Africa Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-09)Financial institutions cannot avoid credit risk because they rely on lending as their prime business. It is therefore inevitable for such institutions to effectively manage credit risk if they are to thrive in business. ... -
Medical equipment management practices in public health facilities in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-09)Effective management of medical equipment is vital for delivering high-quality healthcare, especially in resource-limited settings like Uganda, where challenges such as inconsistent maintenance, inadequate training, and ... -
Credit risk management and loan portfolio performance at Bank of Africa Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-08)This report aimed at examining how credit risk management and loan portfolio performance at bank Of Africa Uganda. The study was premised on three objectives; to evaluate credit risk management practices at bank of Africa ... -
Assessment of the effectiveness of internal controls employed by Equity Bank Uganda Limited
(Makerere University, 2024-09)The purpose of this study was to examine the effectiveness of the internal controls employed in Equity bank Uganda limited. The research objectives were; 1) To determine the effect of internal controls on performance of ... -
Evaluating parental satisfaction with medical care for children on insurance at the Royal Children’s Medical Centre
(Makerere University, 2024-09)In the context of global healthcare, governments, especially in low- and middle-income countries like Uganda, face significant challenges in providing comprehensive healthcare services due to financial constraints. The ... -
Assessing the performance of out-sourced consultancy in the design of government building projects: a case of ministry of works and transport, Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-09)This study assessed the performance of outsourced consultancy in the Design of Government Building Projects while using the Ministry of Works and Transport Uganda as a case study. The study was anchored on three objectives ...