Research

Showing 461 - 480 out of 1079 theses

How Management of Is Projects Impact Quality and Net Benefits of Business Systems

To date there is no in-depth analysis and better understanding of cause and effect relationship among IS project management, system quality and net benefits in private sectors of developing nations. This research addresses this gap. This is a qualitative case study research with an explanatory and empirical approach. The data for the study was c... Read more

School: Not available.

Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2019

Author: Chimalizeni, Robert Brighton Supervisor(s): Harry Gombachika , Gregory Kunyenje

Diversification in the Banking Sector

Malawi has witnessed a tremendous increase in dependency on non-interest income by Commercial Banks as a way of diversifying risk and improving on bank performance. This has been mainly due to the fact that non-interest income is associated with low risk and hence has had a positive significance on the banks profitability. This Study examines th... Read more

School: Not available.

Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2019

Author: Chatangwa, George Supervisor(s): Winfred Masanjala , Regson Chaweza

Investigating Characteristics of Malawian Primary School Teachers’ Mathematical Knowledge for Teaching Early Algebraic Concepts

The purpose of this study was to investigate characteristics of Malawian primary school teachers’ mathematical knowledge for teaching (MKT) early algebraic concepts of equals sign, patterns, variable and linear equations. Further, the study examined if school location (urban or rural) and teachers’ experience affected teachers’ MKT of the algebr... Read more

School: Not available.

Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2019

Author: Jumbe, Getrude Deborah Zimba Supervisor(s): Arne Jakobsen , Levis Eneya

Predictors of Examination Malpractices Among Students at Primary School Leaving Certificate of Education Examinations in Malawi

The study investigated the main predictors of students’ examination malpractices at Primary School Leaving Certificate of Education (PSLCE) examinations in the Malawian education system. The study used non-proportional stratified cluster sampling technique to recruit form one and form two students from 9 secondary schools who recently sat for PS... Read more

School: Not available.

Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2019

Author: Phiri-Mhone, Chimwemwe Kadaleka Supervisor(s): Frank Mtemang’ombe , Bob Wajizigha Chulu

Students’ Perceptions of Effective School Discipline Practices

This study was undertaken to explore students’ perceptions of effective school discipline practices in some selected public secondary schools in Central East Education Division. Guided by Choice Theory of William Glasser (1998), the study employed a qualitative case study design. Data were generated through face-to-face interviews and focus grou... Read more

School: Not available.

Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2019

Author: Ndevuzinayi, Geoffrey Leckson Siliya Supervisor(s): Symon Chiziwa , Patrick Kapito

An Investigation on Government Bursary Scheme in Enhancing Students’ Access to and Retention in Secondary Schools

The Government of Malawi introduced bursary scheme in 2001 in order to enhance access to secondary education, ensure retention and completion of secondary school education by orphans and vulnerable children. The purpose of the study was therefore to investigate why despite having government bursary scheme in place, there are still low access to ... Read more

School: Not available.

Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2019

Author: Mwage, Isabel Tiyembekze Ngwira Supervisor(s): Samson MacJessie-Mbewe , Anthony Chigeda

Human Resource Planning and Business Strategy

It is argued that HR creates a competitive advantage of an organisation. This is done by HRP translating business strategy and organisational goals into HR requirements of skills and competences. This study analysed the link between Human Resource Planning and Business strategy. The study was predominantly qualitative. The study used key informa... Read more

School: Not available.

Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2019

Author: Kunje, Esther Supervisor(s): Master Dick Mfune

Public Perceptions on the Use of Treated Wastewater for Domestic Purposes

Water, an important natural resource throughout the world, requires adequate management practices aimed at efficient use and distribution. While water reclamation, recycling and reuse are recognized around the world as key components of water and wastewater management, the successful implementation of any reuse project hinges on public acceptanc... Read more

School: Not available.

Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2019

Author: Kazembe, Stevie Kumbukani Supervisor(s): Wapulumuka Mulwafu , Evance Mwathunga

Investigating the Extent to Which the Utilization of the Students’ Centred Pedagogies Impact the Malawi National Youth Policy

The purpose of the study was to investigate the extent to which the utilization of the student centred pedagogies impacted the Malawi National Youth Policy. It further investigated the challenges teachers encountered in the implementation of the pedagogical approaches gained from the Strengthening of Mathematics and Science in Secondary Educatio... Read more

School: Not available.

Research type: Master Thesis Issue year: 2019

Author: Kusamba, Felix Daniel Dzonzi Supervisor(s): Dorothy Nampota , Ken Ndala

Participation, Empowerment and Development Outcomes: the Case of Boreholes and Water Kiosks in Malawi

The work presented in this thesis was motivated by empirical evidence showing that 30 to 40 percent of communal water points in Malawi eventually become dysfunctional (Water Aid Malawi, 2010; Magalasi, 2010). The study set out to address the crucial question of why some communal water-points are a success and remain functional while others event... Read more

School: School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Research type: Doctoral Thesis Issue year: 2018

Author: Mwakilama, Shawo Gabriel Supervisor(s): Ephraim Chirwa

Examining Factors That Affect Teen Mothers’ Re-enrolment Into Formal Primary Schooling After Child-bearing: a Case Study of Machinga Boma Zone in Machinga.

This study sought to understand factors that affect teen mother re-enrolment into formal schooling after giving birth. Drawing from the experiences of 20 teen mothers, 4 head teachers and 4 parents in Machinga Boma zone, the study examined factors that affect teen mothers’ return to school after giving birth. The study used semi-structured inter... Read more

School: School of Education