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SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, ECONOMICS AND MANEGEMNT

D400: FEEDBACK ON PROPOSED TOPICS

JAN 2015 INTAKE

4TH YEAR 1ST SEMESTER

NOTE:

1) For Clarifications or Concerns: see the D400 Coordinator Mrs L N Mutambo in Knowledge

Base Two (2) or email marketing@ictar.ac.zm

2) For Rejected Topics: New topics should be submitted using the D400 Research Proposal

Form and submitted by latest 4th May 2015.

3) First Draft Proposal: The due date for submitting the first draft proposal for everyone is 26th

June 2015, failure to which defence sessions slot will not be allocated.

4) Allocation of Supervisors: only students who will SUCESSFULLY defend their amended draft

proposals will be allocated supervisors.

STUDENT NAME

COMPUTER NUMBER

TOPICS COMMENT

AFIN

Kelvin Kangasa

AFIN0812017 Causes of delays in the payment of pension packages to pensioners in Zambia. A case of National Pension Scheme Authority (NAPSA)

ACCEPTED: but needs some serious work and narrowing of scope

Chimimo Jonathan Chanzi

AFIN081019 The impact of high and low exchange rates on business set up in Zambia

ACEPPTED: however alien topic with scope and reword the title

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Teddy Mwaanda

AFIN0811019 An analysis of the impact of unaccountable for water (UFW) on financial viability of water utility companies: a case of Lusaka water and sewerage company Ltd

REJECTED: submit new

Samuel Mwanza

AFIN1318399815 The effects of kwacha volatility on enterprises in Zambia-a case of coca cola

ACCEPTED: but needs more work and probably a different company/sector

Mwale Tammy AFIN10219 To asses and determine whether poverty, lack of employment and insufficient remunerations given to officers and other employees is contributing to money laundering activities and fight the vice

ACCEPTED: but needs to be more specific in scope and paraphrase the title

Osward Mulwanda

AFIN0821043 A critical analysis of the use of accountings ratios to measure financial performance: a case of Zambia railways company Ltd

ACCEPETED: Build up the topic and read on related research

Anthony Chipasha

AFIN1330515467 Forensic Accounting as a tool for fraud detection and prevention (A case study of Lusaka City council)

ACCEPTED: however, think of another organisation

Nazanso Nkhoma

AFIN0821003 Impact of risk management techniques on organisational performance: a cast study of trade kings

ACCEPTED: build up the topic

Yoram Phiri AFIN0821002 What are the contributing factors to delayed pension payments in Zambia

ACCEPTED: but needs some serious work and narrowing

Thmoson AFIN08104 An investigation of ACCEPTED: Build up the topic and

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Mawele implementing of tax bases to cover SMEs in order to help with the economic development in Zambia

reword the title

Charles Zgambo

AFIN1319760576 The impact of the automated finger prints information system (AFIS) on service delivery and enhancing revenue collection in the Zambia police Finger Prints bureau

ACCEPTED: build up the topic

Mandika Vumango

AFIN1315257281 To investigate the challenges by Lusaka City Council when collecting market revenue: case study of Lusaka city market

ACCEPTED: paraphrase the title and build up the topic

Susan Mutenukile

AFIN121306010 To assess the tax incentives in the SME sector

ACCEPTED: however narrow the scope and build on

Kabwe Mulila AFIN10812007 Budget and budgetary control, a technique for checking and ensuring effective and efficient use of organisational resources

ACCEPTED: narrow the scope, reword the title and

Mutenukile Susan

AFIN1213206010 To analyse the effect of leadership and leader motivating language on employee self esteem

REJECTED: submit new topics

Lupila Caryn AFIN0812019 An analysis of corporate finance using the full balance sheet approach with reference to southern region ShopRite

ACCEPTED: but beware that this topic is complex

Maggie Mwale AFIN1322901031 Evaluating the impact of internal controls on employees in an institution-case study of Intermarket bank

ACCEPTED: think and read more on the subject

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Lukashi Monica

AFIN08120010 Branding and Consumer behaviour-a case study of trade kings

REJECTED: Submit topics that are related to the major discipline of your degree

BBA

Elaine M Mweemba

BBA1262384911 An assessment of customer attitudes towards the Zesco prepayment metering system: a case study of Chingola

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Joseph Chiayeni

BBA0621041 Evaluation of the strategies used by Mineral water manufacturing companies to sustain their competitive edge; a case study of Zambia Mineral water manufacturing firm.

ACCEPTED: However, ensure you come up with a convincing statement of the problem and paraphrase your title

Siwale George Lumpa

BBA1325673264 Performance management in baking institutions: a case study of Barclays Bank plc.

ACCEPTED: Paraphrase the topic and take another case study(Barclays has been over researched)

Gonswe Fightone Anson

BBA0621038 Evaluation of high labour (staff) turnover rate in business organisations

ACCEPTED: however rephrase the topic and pick an organisation

Doris Kasapi BBA1289260911 An assessment of the impact of the affordable rate real mahala-A case of Zamtel

ACCEPTED: with reservations, need some serious clarification(contact research coordinator)

Bright Chongo BBA0612015 The effect of strategy formulation on the accomplishment of organisational goals and objectives

ACCEPTED: Build up the topic and have a convincing statement of the problem

Misheck Mwanza

BBA1379674711 Challenges of marketing reputable brands against inferior brands in high density residential areas (shanty compound)

ACCEPTED: With reservations, the subject is territory sales management not branding

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Mwila Evans kings

BBA0621037 An analysis of local contract financing in Zambia by financial institutions -a case of local contracts

ACCEPTED: however find a proper case study and build up the topic

Josephine Namwinwa

BBA0621011 To assess the extent to which motivation changes working attitude

ACCEPTED: Build up the topic and be more specific in terms of scope

Barbara Chibuye

BBA1267461211 An easement of the effectiveness of the online revenue collection: a case study of ZRA

ACCEPTED: when was this introduced? Is this fully up & running? Think of data collection issues.

Annie Mwachisemo

BBA0621008 Analysis of commercial banks role in financing SME and Micro enterprises in Zambia

ACCEPTED: However, the subject has been over researched. Think of a very strong gap that your research will fill

Mulima Sitwala

BBA0621035 Challenges faced by small business enterprises in Zambia when starting up: a case study of cooperatives in Lusaka

ACCEPTED: But this cannot be a case study, the focus on cooperatives is good build up the topic

Kabonde Mwenya

BBA0621009 To establish the factors why most small business entrepreneurs do not consider business plan to be an important -a case study of shop owners in Kabwata constituency

ACCEPTED: shop owners in Kabwata constituency cannot be taken as a case

Linyama Petter

BBA0621001 An evaluation into the role of entrepreneurship and small business development in job creation for Zambian youth a case study of Kabwata

ACCEPTED: what gap will this research fill on this subject?

Chilumbu Idah Kaluba

BBA0621021 An investigation to find out what the hindrance is on people investing in shares

ACCPETED: Refine the topic and make it more specific ie narrow the scope

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Mwango Gwanaka Rhoda

BBA0621014 Many households in Zambia do not use the energy saving bulbs despite the benefits: a case study of Chawama compound.

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Mwilungu Simukanga

BBA1311747610 The effects of social networks on resource access and business start-ups in Zambia

ACCEPTED: with reservations, need some serious clarification

Thandiwe Mwale

BBA1399241211 The role of the Zambia stock market in financial development and economic growth

REJECTED: Both topics have been rejected, submit new topics

Saliya Bianca Chundula

BBA0621036 An analysis of the impact of employee retention on organisational performance-a case of ZNBC

ACCEPTED: Build on the topic, reword and think of the data collection issues

Prekeria W Mbewe

BBA0621026 The impact of conservation farming on the farm income: a case study of pot holing method among small scale famers of Chipata district

ACCEPTED: however, pot holing cannot be a case study. Reword the title and build the topic

Chilufya Monicah

BBA0621013 An assessment of the effects of performance of employees in the media houses: a case of the post newspapers

ACCEPTED: Paraphrase and think of data collection issues

Rapheal Chishala

BBA1411286 The effectiveness of micro-financial institutions in giving and recovering loans in Zambia

ACCEPTED: with reservations as the subjected has been over researched

Timothy Mwanza

BBA0621042 The effects of information and communications technology on learning: a case study of university of Lusaka.

ACCEPTED: build on and produce a strong problem of the statement and objectives

Joel Mpundu BBA1365862711 To study the impact and effects REJECTED: Submit new and viable

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of road traffic accidents in Zambia

topics

BBA-ED

Shiluwe Edgar ED1333669974 An assessment of the pupil/book ratio challenge in Lusaka District secondary schools

REJECTED: Submit new and viable topic

James Gwenani

ED1320211476 An investigation into ICT in the provision of quality education in two zones of Lusaka District

ACCEPTED: Needs a lot of reading and building up of a strong point

BIP

Mwita Rabbecca

BIP1335907461 The Pricing of personal insurance in Zambia

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Nasilele Caroline Faith

BIP1212002 To analyse the factors affecting life insurance demand and provide some solutions to develop penetrating the industry:

ACCEPTED: But needs rewording and serious reading

Makunga Farrai

BIP10205 The role of pensions and insurance authority in the regulation of insurance companies in the insurance industry

REJECTED: Submit new topics

BSM

Mutumba Litebele

BSM1231593282 The effect of foreign brand on the buying preference of people -a focus on Zambia

ACCEPTED: but subject to further clarification and rewording of the title

Snyangwe Phiri Barbara

BSM140363 Effectiveness of Zambia bureau of standards in reducing counterfeit products on the Zambian market

REJECTED: submit new ones

Musonda Chisanga

BSM1411460 Evaluating on the effectiveness of internal communications in supporting a company’s sponsorship activities

ACCEPTED: but with reservations, need clarification and building of topic on SPONSOHIP

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Mabenga Musonbwa

BSM101101 Customer Relationship management in the mobile telecommunications industry in Zambia

ACCEPTED: However needs to build on and read around CRM more

BPS

Alfred Mulenga Mulaye

BPS1314866131 Factors affecting the effectiveness and efficiency in the procurement management in the public sector- a case of National Assembly

ACCEPTED: think about the data collection issues

Joseph Kapasa BPS1410198 Implementing integrated supply chain management for competitive advantage a case of Pepsi Zambia

ACCEPTED: Build up

Eunice Mwewa Makunka

BPS14102202 A study of the efficiency and effectiveness of the integrated financial management information system (IFIMIS)in the public sector

ACCEPTED: however, focus on a specific ministry and think of the data collection issues

MILAMBO DANNY

BPS1411369 Public procurement evaluation of the public procurement legislation in Zambia

ACCEPTED: provided that a strong point is raised and the topic

Anthony Manyaya

BPS1318282445 Reverse logistics-a case study of Nampak ZAMBIA Ltd

ACCEPTED: But needs to make some clarifications

David Mwelwa Chuma

BPS0911018 An assessment of procurement fraud as a contributing factor to bard governance in Zambia

ACCEPTED: but, narrow the topic and pick an organisation

BFIN

Hamweemba Shaka Moonde

BFIN1411217 A comparative study of home loan provisions in Zambia. A case study of National Building Society and First national Bank

ACCEPTED: but will need rephrasing

Nsamba BFIN0521014 An investigation of the ACCEPTED: But needs rephrasing

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Naomi challenges in mortgage financing in Zambia a case of ZNBS

Jack Winslow Munsaka

BFIN1411417 The impact or regulatory changes in Zambia

ACCEPTED: with reservations as the topic is too broad

Mwnaza Maybin Kalima

BFIN1410453 Challenges faced by small entrepreneurs in acquiring start up loan and changes faced by commercial banks in lending to small entrepreneurs .A focus on Lusaka district

REJECTED: submit new topics

Mumba Mapalo Grace

BFIN1411343 An evaluation of the challenges of fraud on the performance of commercial banks

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Mvula Muleya Nallia Mbewe

BFIN1411073 Factors for effective risk management in banks

REJECTED: submit new topics

Kabemba Chama

BFIN1411257 The importance of internet to enhance banking

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Musariri Steven

BFIN1318116110 An increase in the availability of credit reference bureaus for better credit culture in the Zambia financial sector

ACCEPTED: topic has potential but needs rephrasing and some serious work

Mwila Chisala BFIN1410323 To assess the risks associated to electronic banking and how secure electronic banking is to bank customers.

REJECTED: submit new topics

Mwenzi Simaanya

BFIN1410303 Financing of small and medium enterprises-problems and prospects

REJECTED: submit new topics

Musonda Ian BFIN0521003 Liquid risk management in financial institutions

REJECTED: submit new topics

Abigal Chiyokoma

BFIN0521021 Effect of marketing strategies of financial services on organisational performance

ACCEPTED: With reservations as data collection may be challenging

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Sikazwe Lyapa BFIN1410960 Enterprise risk management in financial institutions; a case study of micro-finance institutions

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Chiti Zulu BFIN1411319 Effects of increased mobile money services by non-bank institution on commercial banks in Zambia

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Banda Brighton

BFIN1313887118 Limited access to investment opportunities by low income earners; a case study of Longacres, Mutendere and Kalingalinga market

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Lwali Charity BFIN1255732611 Literacy in Banking REJECTED: Submit new topics

Kalonge kabaso

BFIN1296635011 The impact of e-commerce in Zambia banking sector. A case study of Zambia national Commercial Bank (Zanaco)

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Tembo Hellen BFIN1328368253 Loans: how affordable are they on the Zambian market?

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Zulu Mwali BFIN1411418 Critical evaluation of people's perceptions towards the introduction of Islamic banking in Zambia

ACCEPTED: Build up by reading related international papers

ECF AND ECA

Jere Elton The role of stock brokers in the economic development in Zambia

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Magani Phiri ECF09007 The role of inflation and changes in consumer buying powers in Zambia economy

REJECTED: submit new topics

Lumano Isaac Mayumbelo

ECF09002 An analysis of corporate finance using the full balance sheet approach with reference to southern region ShopRite.

ACCEPED: but demands a high level of work and commitment

Mulindwa Mwenya

ECF221002 Twin Deficit Hypothesis: A case of Zambia

REJECTED: Submit new topics

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Chanda Kenneth

EFC0321011 An assessment of Zambian Investment incentive regime with a focus on manufacturing

ACCEPTED: But needs to make some clarifications

Kanchele Chintu Tafena

ECF0221010 Factors affecting the growth of auditing firms in Zambia-a case study of CMI investment company Zambia

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Mweemba Olivia Kasamba

ECA1313697010 Price demand elasticity of mobile telecommunications services in Lusaka. A case study of Zamtel

REJECTED: submit new topics

Chisha Musonda

ECF0321002 Does the gender composition of student in an economics class affect average grade scored a case of UNIULS

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Raymond Nachilobe

ECF0312025 The effects of the kwacha deprecation on SMEs in Zambia-selected mini importers in Lusaka town centre

ACCEPTED: however, will need to change a few issues

Chinyama Bright

ECF3210101 Examining the impact of exchange rate movements on trade balance in Zambia

ACCEPTED: start some serious reading and build up the topic

Mwape Mwaba ECA0221001 Factors leading to commercial bank branch expansion ; a case study of FNB

ACCEPTED: build up the topic

Oliver Siatala ECF0312019 Effect of volatile rates on import and export business; current state of Zambia

ACCEPTED: build up the topic

Chisha Musinda

ECF03210002 Does the gender mix of board executives affect corporate profits?

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Oliver ECF0312031 The significance of strategic REJECTED: Submit new topics

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Simmonze planning and management in organisational growth

KASABILA KAUNAFULA

ECF0312011 How effective is the monetary policy in Zambia

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Ruth R Tafeni ECF1017 An investigation into factors contributing low stock market participation by local investors at Lusaka stock exchange

ACCEPTED: but need some serious clarifications and rewording of the title

mumba hazel M

ECF10249 Determinants of investment capital formation in Zambia

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Kabwe Hilary Kabinda

ECF1290098311 Determinants of loan Demand in Zambia

REJECTED: Submit new topics

Chilumbwa Chilumba Patrick

ECF321006 Determinants of the lending rate: case study of Access Bank Zambia

REJECTED: Submit new topics

HRM

Lucky Maggie Vivuyi

HRM0412001 To investigate the impact of outsourcing as a new way for conducting business on some Zambian firms-A case study of Airtel Zambia Call centre

REJECTED: submit new topics

Gomani Elizabeth Chewe

HRM0412005 The effect of HRM on employees beyond hiring and firing

ACCEPTED: build up the topic and reword the title

Roynie Halweendo

HRM0421001 To investigate the causes of poor service delivery in the Zambia police service: a case of Central, Matero and Chilanga Police stations

ACCEPTED: build on the topic and reword the title

Shamatutu Chola Shambi

HRM1347881611 To assess the effect of total quality management on organisational competiveness-a case study of DK enterprises

ACCEPTED: build up topic and strong statement of the problem

Darius HRM1323305224 The causes and impact of ACCEPTED: But try to do a

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Ngumbwe employee absenteeism on productivity in public and private organisations in Zambia

comparative study of the two sectors and build a strong point

Banda Fundo fred

HRM1326181673 The effects of training and development on an organisation competitive advantage

ACCEPTED: but specify the sector or company and build up the topic

Malandula Chiza Mtonga

HRM1255290352 HR outsourcing can the gate keeper of culture be outsourced

ACCEPTED: however, submit more details on the topic and use the D400 research proposal form

marytha Chwama

HRM0421003 An analysis of employee awareness of conditions of service; a case study of food lovers market store

ACCEPTED: but rephrase the title and build a strong point

tembo mwerwa

HRM0421004 An evaluation of the effects of minimum wage on job creation in Zambia "a case study of SMEs in Lusaka district

ACCEPTED: but improve on the objectives and build up the topic

Dora Chapala HRM1396606511 An analysis of how performance related pay affects employees performance; a case study of Sun Roes Company in Lusaka

ACCEPTED: build on the topic and clarify in the company is Ltd or not?

Taonga Emily Mbuzi

HRM1021 An investigation of the effects of harassment of women and their work performance in Zambia: a survey of Kalingalinga compound

ACCEPTED: but rephrase the title and come up with a strong and justified case study, also pick a different compound

Prisca Hampande

HRM1230366761 Employee grievance management in private institutions

ACCEPTED: but specify the organisation and build up the topic

Kasambala Esther Banada

HRM0411030 The empirical study of stress and its impact on the job performance of members of staff at ministry of education

ACCEPTED: modify the title and build up