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An evaluation of survival strategies adopted by Monopumps in the multi-currency system (2009 to 2012)
(2018-03)After the introduction of the multicurrency system in Zimbabwe, 2009, the nation witnessed significant economic stability, some sectors of the economy realised improved performance in their operations. Sectors like, ... -
An essessment of the impact of restructuring on organizational performance: A case of the Municipality of Harare's Water Department (2006 to 2012)
(2017-08)The purpose of this research is to assess the impact of restructuring on organizational performance in Harare City Council, mainly focusing on the Harare Water Department. The objectives of the research are: to investigate ... -
The impact of mobile banking on financial inclusion
(2018-03)The study sought to investigate the impact of mobile banking on financial inclusion. The barriers to financial inclusion of mobile banking customers and the impact of mobile banking on financial inclusion remain unknown. ... -
An impact assessment of the global financial crisis on donor funding to Zimbabwean non-governmental organisations and recommended strategies for sustainability
(2018-03)This study assesses the impact of the global financial crisis on the inflow of donor funding to non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Zimbabwe. NGOs have been instrumental in improving the livelihoods of many needy ... -
The impact of social media on marketing communications in commercial banks in Zimbabwe: The case of AGRIBANK
(2018-03)The aim of this study was to evaluate the impact of social media in commercial banks in Zimbabwe through a case study of Agribank. The bank has been struggling to break even posting increasing losses in the midst of low ... -
Adoption of internet and mobile banking in the Zimbabwe commercial banking sector: The case of Standard Chartered Bank Zimbabwe
(2018-03)This study is an investigation into the criticality of adopting internet and mobile banking by commercial banks in Zimbabwe. It looks at the benefits these two alternative delivery channels offer and the challenges associated ... -
An evaluation of the impact of downsizing on organisational performance at MBCA Bank Private Limited from July 2009 to December 2011
(2018-03)The purpose of this study was to evaluate the impact of downsizing on organisational performance focusing on MBCA bank covering the period July 2009 to December 2011. The banking industry witnessed operational challenges ... -
An assessment of the self-service technology (SST) on firm performance in the financial sector in Zimbabwe: A case study of FBC Bank 2009 - 11
(2018-03)The fast advancing global information infrastructure such as information technology, computer networks, Internet and telecommunications have enabled the development of the electronic commerce at a global level. The nearly ... -
A study of the efficacy of corporate governance frameworks in state-owned enterprises (SOEs): A case study of Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)
(2018-03)The broad objective of the study was to assess the efficacy of corporate governance frameworks in State- Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in Zimbabwe against a backdrop of a strong view that many state owned enterprises lack sound ... -
An investigation of the sufficiency of credit risk management in the banking sector:The case of Zimbabwe
(2017-11)This study sought to investigate the sufficiency of credit risk management in the banking banking sector in Zimbabwe, and reviews the existing literature on the sufficiency of credit risk management in banking sector in ... -
An evaluation of the green awareness of Zimbabwean companies with regard to the disposal of ICT equipment
(2018-03)The appearance of e-waste on our landfill indicates a serious problem regarding the appropriate handling of obsolete equipment. The proliferation of obsolete computers and computer equipment at auction floors, dumps and ... -
A study of the effects of accountability, transparency and good leadership to the success of Zimbabwean church administrated business : a multi-case study
(2018-03)The Church is widely regarded as a non profit making organization which does not make substantial incomes and very few people would want to find out what really transpires in a church. Although churches are spiritual ... -
Investigating the trade-off between microfinance sustainability and the depth of outreach: A case of Zimbabwe microfinance institutions
(2018-03)The purpose of this study was to ascertain whether financially sustainable MFIs can still play their strategic role of poverty alleviation by providing financial services to the poorest and low-income households. This was ... -
The impact of mobile banking on traditional banking trasactions in Zimbabwe: The case of ZB Bank
(2018-03)This research focused on analyzing the impact of mobile banking on traditional banking transactions, which assisted in ascertaining whether mobile banking was still just a delivery channel for banking services or the way ... -
An evaluation of talent management system in the Zimbabwean healthcare industry: A case study of Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals (February 2010 - June 2013)
(2018-03)This study focuses on talent management in the healthcare industry. Talent retention and engagement are perceived to be among the challenges facing human capital management and this is compounded by lack of strategies to ... -
Enhancing the contribution of a public sector buying office in public procurement : A study of the University of Zimbabwe's procurement system (2009 - 2013)
(2018-03)The aim of this study was to evaluate whether the University of Zimbabwe’s Buying Office had effectively contributed to public procurement processes between 2009 and 2013. Public procurement has been accused of being ... -
The adoption of the holistic marketing concept as a customer retention strategy and its impact on customer retention in the financial industry: A case study of CABS Zimbabwe
(2018-03)Customer retention has gradually gained momentum as a vital tool for surviving in the highly competitive environments and increasing revenue. Most customer retention strategies adopted by banks have been over-used and some ... -
An investigation into the causes and impact of side-marketing in contract farming in the tobacco industry in Zimbabwe: Implications for contract farming business strategies (March 2008-June 2013)
(2018-03)Contract farming, a strategic tool for agribusinesses to ensure greater realibility of supplies of agricultural products has its own challenges, chief among them is side-marketing. The purpose of this study was to investigate ... -
An investigation into the causes of fall in demand for protector plus male condom brand: A case of Population Services International - Zimbabwe (PSIZIM (2009 - 2012)
(2018-03)The study sought to investigate the causes for fall in demand of Protector plus male condom brand at Population services international-Zimbabwe (Psi-Zim) from January 2009 to December 2012. Against this background the ... -
Assessment of corporate social responsibility practices employed by Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority Holdings and its subsidiary companies
(2018-03)The broad objective of this research was to establish the level of appreciation of CSR by ZESA Holdings and its four subsidiary companies. A total of 110 employees stratified by company and job position were randomly ...
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