Vol 9 Issue 2 October 2021-March 2022

Abstract: The study was carried out on the impact of critical thinking on effective implementation of strategy in the Nigerian Economy (A study of Zenith bank plc). The primary objective of the study was to establish the importance of strategic thinking skills for business competitiveness. To achieve this objective, four research questions and two research hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. The research was design as an in-depth case study and the primary data were collected with the help of a well-structured questionnaires of two sections administered to Zenith Bank plc, Lagos State. The collected data were analyzed with tables and simple percentages to analyze the research questions while Chi-square statistical tool was used to test research hypotheses. The major finding from the study shows that Critical thinking has been one of the tools used in our daily lives to deal with the challenges for survival. Therefore, the study recommends that Government and educational authorities should always provide enabling environments and materials for teaching critical thinking skills to students in universities and other levels of education.

Keywords: Critical thinking, Strategic thinking, Nigeria, Business, People, Students, Foresight.

Title: THE IMPACT OF CRITICAL THINKING ON EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION OF STRATEGY IN THE NIGERIAN ECONOMY (A Study of Zenith Bank Plc)

Author: APANISILE SAMUEL TEMITOPE

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Vol. 9, Issue 2, October 2021 - March 2022

Page No: 64-81

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Published Date: 06-November-2021

Amendment Date: 20-September-2022

Abstract: The inability of manufacturing firms to grow at the target rate of 8% per annum is slowing down the realization of vision Kenya’s 2030. This is because the target can only be steered by an increase in profits. Managing working capital efficiently is vital to the overall corporate strategy of firms in creating shareholders value and wealth maximization. Limited studies have been conducted on working capital management (WCM) and its effect on profitability considering inflation as a moderator between the variables since vision 2030 was launched in Kenya thus leading to the study. The study was informed by components of working capital which are cash, inventory, debtors’, creditors’ management and the moderating effect of inflation to form the specific objectives. Findings from the regression analysis indicated that cash management has a negative and insignificant effect on profitability, inventory management has no significant effect on profitability, debtors’ management has a negative and significant effect on profitability while creditors’ management has a positive and significant effect on profitability. The test for moderation revealed that inflation has an insignificant moderating effect on the relationships between cash management, inventory management, creditors’ management and profitability while it has a significant moderating effect on the relationship between debtors’ management and profitability. The study recommends that management should ensure high inventory levels to reduce the costs of possible interruptions in the production process, negotiate shortest periods possible for payments of debts as longer payment periods decrease profitability, negotiate for longer payment period for paying creditors so as to invest in other profitable portfolios and lastly come up with structures to reduce credit sales since these debts are easily depleted by inflation.

Keywords: working capital management, cash, inventory, debtors, creditors, inflation, profitability, manufacturing firms and vision 2030.

Title: WORKING CAPITAL MANAGEMENT AND PROFITABILITY OF MANUFACTURING FIRMS LISTED AT THE NAIROBI SECURITIES EXCHANGE, KENYA

Author: Fredrick Maundu Kitili, Dr. Ambrose Jagongo

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Abstract: Complexity or Thinking data is different from hard data or number-only data or statistical data. This opinion paper would establish that organizations as a system are made up of interacting parts. The interdependence and interconnectedness of a system also generate data which is known as complexity or thinking data. This type of data is nonlinear in nature and can be used to easily map the mess or the interdependent, nondeterministic, grey area, multivariate and multidimensional variables that leaders and decision makers face on a day to day basis. Up until now, there has been no computing way to deliver holistic signals and patterns that enable leaders and their teams to have insightful and foresightful interactions and conversations which resolve their cognitive biases, clear off blind spots by cutting through the fuzziness of complex internal and external context of organizations, and then gain agility during ambiguity, gain clarity during complexity, gain understanding during uncertainty, gain optionality during instability, gain adaptive vision during volatility and gain certainty during chaos etc 

Keywords: Thinking, Complexity, Uncertainty, Leadership, conversation, Interaction, Culture, Data, Grey area.

Title: INTRODUCTION TO RISK LEADERSHIP

Author: Apanisile Samuel Temitope

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Vol. 9, Issue 2, October 2021 - March 2022

Page No: 50-53

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Published Date: 03-November-2021

Amendment Date: 20-September-2022

Abstract: Kenya's recent economic reforms have tremendously improved its macroeconomic indices and financial sector. As a result of these reforms aimed at privatizing and strengthening the banking sector, banks have seen substantial merger and acquisition taking place. This study purposed to investigate the theoretical perspective of mergers and acquisitions and its effect on financial stability of Commercial Banks in Kenya. Monopoly -Market Power Theory, Value-Increasing Theories, Hubris Hypothesis and Corporate control theory informed the study. These theories added to our understanding of how mergers and acquisitions influence financial stability. Mergers and acquisition, according to the study, have a positive effect on financial stability of commercial Banks. Therefore bank stability is strongly reliant on the success of mergers and acquisitions. 

Keywords: Mergers and Acquisition, Financial Stability, Monopoly -Market Power Theory, Value-Increasing Theories, Hubris Hypothesis and Corporate control theory.

Title: MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS ON FINANCIAL STABILITY OF COMMERCIAL BANKS IN KENYA: A THEORETICAL PERSPECTIVE

Author: Odhiambo Frank Amolo, Dr. Ambrose Jagongo

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Abstract: This study aims to analyze and describe the implementation of Actualization Learning in CPNS Latsar at the Human Resources Development Agency of South Sulawesi Province and the determinant factors in the implementation of Actualization Learning at the CPNS Latsar at the Human Resources Development Agency of South Sulawesi Province. This type of research is a qualitative method. Qualitative methods through (i) triangulation of data sources through comparison of interviews and observations and the contents of related documents. (ii) Data collection techniques and through in-depth interviews with informants, observation and documentation studies. (iii) Data analysis techniques through data reduction, data presentation, data verification and drawing conclusions. The research findings show that in general the implementation of Basic Training Actualization Learning for Civil Servant Candidates at the Human Resources Development Agency of South Sulawesi Province starts from determining issues, making actualization plans, guiding actualization designs, seminars on actualization design implementation in the workplace, pre-seminar design guidance. The actualization up to the actualization seminar has been running in accordance with the Regulation of the Head of the State Administration Institution No. 12 of 2018. Although in general it has been going well, some things that are still felt to be hampering are the short time for the actualization design guidance which is only 9 hours of lessons and the pre-seminar actualization guidance which is only 2 hours of lessons, the short actualization time which is only 30 working days to complete all the existing stages, remote guidance to both coaches and mentors is still sometimes hampered by network and class infrastructure at the time of teaching. massive guidance both during the actualization plan and before the actualization seminar.

Keywords: Learning, Actualization, CPNS Latsar.

Title: IMPLEMENTATION OF LATSAR ACTUALIZATION LEARNING FOR CPNS AT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF SOUTH SULAWESI PROVINCE

Author: Muhammad Yamin

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Abstract: The study sought to carry out a critical review of literature on asset structure and profitability of the manufacturing and allied firms listed in Nairobi Securities Exchange, Kenya. It was found that several studies have been done with respect to asset structure and profitability. However, these studies are characterized by various research gaps. Some of the studies were centered on other countries and not Kenya. Notably, different countries are guided by varying regulatory frameworks as such the findings of the previous study cannot be directly applicable to the Kenyan context. The study recommends that rather that focus on financial performance, profitability which is a narrow and key aspect of financial performance can be explored. Moderation effects of inflation on the relationship between asset structure and profitability can be considered while focusing on manufacturing and allied firms listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange, Kenya.

Keywords: Asset Structure, Property, Plant and Equipment, Current Assets, Intangible Assets, long term investments and Profitability.

Title: A CRITICAL REVIEW OF LITERATURE ON ASSET STRUCTURE AND PROFITABILITY OF FIRMS LISTED UNDER MANUFACTURING AND ALLIED SECTOR AT THE NAIROBI SECURITIES EXCHANGE, KENYA

Author: Irene Muthoni Ndumia, Ambrose Jagongo

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Abstract: Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) have a lot of potentials when it comes to electronic commerce. There is evidence that SMEs in developing countries, such as Kenya, are reluctant to adopt e-commerce. Failing to reach an acceptable level threshold tends to hinder businesses from realizing the full benefits of technology adoption. The general objective of the study was: to determine the effect of E-commerce adoption and performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Murang’a county. The Specific Objectives of the study were: To determine effects of computing infrastructure affects and the performance of SMEs in Murang’a County, to assess the influence of ICT computing skills on the performance of SMEs in Murang’a County, to evaluate the effects of information storage on the performance of SMEs in Murang’a County and lastly, to examine the effect of service delivery and the performance of SMEs in Murang’a County. The study established that computing infrastructure, ICT computing skills, availability of information storage and availability of service delivery had a positive and significant influence in profitability, market growth and new customers attracted on the performance on SMEs. The study concludes that with the right operational methods to manage IT infrastructure, performance in the company is improved. Ensuring that the staff have the right set of skills is also vital in enhancing the company’s performance. The use of efficient storage systems, such as digital storage enables easy access of resources and information online, hence enhancing better performance. Ensuring that services are clearly defined and available ensures that customers get what they want at the right time.

Keywords: Computing Infrastructure, ICT Computing Skills, Information Storage, Service Delivery and Performance.

Title: ELECTRONIC COMMERCE ADOPTION AND PERFORMANCE OF SMALL AND MEDIUM ENTERPRISES IN MURANG’A COUNTY, KENYA

Author: Edwin Mbegera Orori, Josphat Kyalo

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Abstract: Time is the basic resource of any human being. Therefore, his/her whole life depends on how he/she treats each minute and hour of time. Time management teaches people many ways and means of saving time and rationally allocating the most valuable to them, by mastering them people can effectively manage personal time.

This article discusses the importance of goal setting in time management, there is descriebed: how to set a goal, how to choose which goal is important and which is less important or insignificant, how to allocate time, how to be more productive. To answer all the above questions, the paper presents the views of leading researchers on each of the above issues.

Keywords: Time Management, Goal, Goal Management, Productivity.

Title: The Importance of Having a Goal for Effective Time Management

Author: Dr.Manana Kharkheli, Dr. Giorgi Morchiladze

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Abstract: Environmental conditions that occur such as air pollution, depletion of the ozone layer, and also plastic waste are of concern throughout the world today. This makes consumers begin to switch to quality and environmentally friendly products, so that many companies are starting to compete in meeting consumer needs. Green customer loyalty is a buying behavior that needs to be considered by the company. The purpose of this study is to provide an overview of how green product quality, green brand image, and green customer satisfaction can meet consumer needs for environmental conditions. The research object chosen is Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) in Denpasar City which has carried out various environmentally friendly practices. The population of this study are KFC consumers in Denpasar City. The sample used is 160 respondents. Taking samples using non-probability sampling with purposive sampling technique. The instrument of data collection was through the distribution of questionnaires with a Likert scale. The data used in this study is primary data through the distribution of questionnaires. The analysis method uses multiple linear regression analysis techniques. The results showed that green product quality had a positive and significant effect on green customer loyalty, green brand image had a positive and significant effect on green customer loyalty, and green customer satisfaction had a positive and significant effect on green customer loyalty.

Keywords: green product quality, green brand image, green customer satisfaction, green customer loyalty.

Title: The Effect of Green Product Quality, Green Brand Image and Green Customer Satisfaction on Green Customer Loyalty

Author: Prian Sarko, Tjok Gede Raka Sukawati

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