University of Zimbabwe e-Theses: Recent submissions
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Cost-effective ownership of ICT infrastructure equipment and systems in the financial services sector: A case of old Mutual (2009 to 2013)
(2018-05)Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) have become an indispensable resource in enabling functionality and efficiency in the financial services sector where Old Mutual Zimbabwe is a major player. The company relies ... -
An analysis of the influence of selected knowledge management success factors on the performance of retail organisations in Zimbabwe
(2018-10)This research adopted a quantitative methodology to study the influence of selected success factor of Knowledge Management initiative on the performance of retail organisations in Zimbabwe. The study considered the ... -
An evaluation of the contribution of human capital management practices on achievement of sustainable competitive advantage in the retail services sector of Zimbabwe : The case of OK Zimbabwe (February 2009 to December 2011)
(2018-05)The field of human capital management has enjoyed a remarkable ascendancy during the past two decades, as both an academic literature and focus of management practice. Firms have increasingly recognized the potential for ... -
An investigation into factors influencing choice of medical care provider in Harare, Zimbabwe: The case of Harare Metropolitan
(2018-11)The study investigated the factors influencing patient choice of medical care provider in Harare, with a particular focus on patient choices of hospitals. This was motivated by the fact that seekers of health care services ... -
An investigation into employee turnover and its impact on competitiveness: The case of Transaction Payment Solutions ( Private) Limited (209 - 2012)
(2018-05)This research set out to investigate employee turnover at Transaction Payment Solutions (Private) Limited (TPS) and its impact on TPS’ competitiveness. The objectives of the research were to identify the causes of employee ... -
Investigating an effective de-dollarisation strategy for Zimbabwe (August 2015 to May 2017)
(2017-06-24)The main aim of this study was to investigate an effective de-dollarisation strategy for Zimbabwe and establish the probability of successfully dollarisation. The study is motivated by a background of piecemeal interventions ... -
An investigation into the impact of board structure on the performance of an organisation: The case of Doves Holdings (PVT) LTD
(2018-04)This study sought to investigate the impact of board structure on the performance of an organisation with a main focus on Doves Holdings (Pvt) Ltd a company in the Funeral Assurance Industry for the period 2008 to 2012. ... -
A study of the benefits of forward vertical integration in dairy farming operations: A case of Nharira Dairy from 2010 - 2012
(2018-05)The aim of this study is to find out if members of Nharira dairy project are benefiting from the forward vertical integration strategy pursued by their organization. The reason for carrying out this study is that Nharira ... -
The impact of lines of credit on the survival and growth of oil companies in Zimbabwe
(2018-05)The purpose of this study was to examine whether the unavailability of lines of credit has resulted in liquidity constraints within the oil industry which has affected their survival and growth. Studies done in other ... -
An evaluation of whether the introduction of multi-currencies (dollarization) necessitated a review of the company's business model(s): A case of Nutriveg (Private Limited (2009 - 2012)
(2018-05)Generally, the introduction of multi-currencies or dollarization in Zimbabwe was a welcome development; a research gap exists as to why businesses have not performed to expectations. This research was is a genuine attempt ... -
An evaluation of the state of information technology governance in the financial services sector: A case of indigenous commercial banks in Zimbabwe (2007 - 2013)
(2018-05)Information Technology has developed from just supporting business to being a business enabler. Technology has continuously transformed, bringing new opportunities and consequently fresh challenges such as increased ... -
An investigation into the factors affecting mobile banking adoption in Zimbabwe
(2018-05)As mobile technology has become an increasingly important element in the services industries, managerial interest in understanding pre and post-adoption user perceptions of customers as adopters has led to a call for more ... -
An assessment of the impact of inflation on banking sector performance in Zimbabwe (2000 -2008) and (2009 - 2012): The case of CBZ Bank Limited
(2018-05)The study evaluates the impact of inflation on banking sector performance in Zimbabwe. The research was a case study for CBZ Bank Limited for the period 2000 to 2012. The period was further split into a period of sustained ... -
An evaluation of the impact of strategic information systems on the competitiveness of the food manufacturing industry in Zimbabwe
(2018-05)The manufacturing industry forms the backbone of many economies because it is the nerve centre of value creation. The food manufacturing is even more important because besides creating value, it feeds and nourishes the ... -
Factors affecting the profitability of mobile money services in Zimbabwe
(2018-05)The introduction of mobile money services in Zimbabwe has been met with limited success as compared to other emerging markets such as Kenya, Uganda, and Philippines. The first mobile money service to be launched in Zimbabwe ... -
An evaluation of the factors affecting export performance and value addition for Platinum Group Metals (PGMs): The case of Zimbabwe after the adoption of the multi currency system 2009 - 2015
(2018-10-30)This study was aimed at identifying and evaluating the factors that affect the export performance of platinum group metals (PGMs) in Zimbabwe, as well as establishing the constraints and enablers to PGMs beneficiation ... -
An investigation into the effectiveness of performance based financing (PBF) in Non-governmental Organizations in Zimbabwe: A case of result based finance program for health in Marondera District 2011 to 2013
(2018-05)Performance-Based Funding (PBF) has become increasingly popular in global health financing. PBF is defined as the transfer of resources for health on condition that measurable action will be taken to achieve predefined ... -
An analysis of the diffusion and adoption of technologies and innovations in the public healthcare sector in Zimbabwe
(2018-04)The study investigates the rate of diffusion and adoption of technologies and innovations in the public healthcare sector in Zimbabwe. Samples of sufficient numerical sizes were collected from a number of public health ... -
The impact of organisational change on employees: A study of Spar Arundel, a division of Innscor Corporate Retail, Innscor Africa Private Limited
(2018-05)The purpose of this research is to examine and ascertain the nature of the impact that the process of organisational change undertaken within Spar Arundel, a division of Innscor Corporate Retail- Innscor Africa limited, ... -
An evaluation of franchising as a retailling strategy: A case study of first street Spar (2008-2012)
(2018-05)The general conclusion from literature on franchising is that franchising results in increased organisational performance by enabling firms to have instant commercial identification, marketing assistance, a proven operating ...
