Post-Graduate Dissertations (Science)

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An Assessment of Factors Affecting Direct Tax Revenue in Uganda.
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2006) Mubaale, Peter, Kafuko
MUBAALE PETER KAFUKO (2006-03-MSCDE-PT- 041) An Assessment of Factors Affecting Direct Tax Revenue in Uganda This study investigated the factors that affect direct tax revenue in Uganda. The factors included per capita income, the tax rate, tax administration and the size of the informal economy. Specifically, the study sought to examine the effects of these factors on direct domestic tax revenue and identify challenges to direct domestic tax revenue in Uganda. A correlation research design was adopted and primary data were collected through interviews. A total of 100 respondents including staff, managerial and senior tax officials from Uganda Revenue Authority (URA) and Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MFPED) participated in the study. Simple random and purposive sampling techniques were used to select respondents. The data were analysed using the statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). The research findings revealed that per capita income and tax administration facilitation were the major economic factors that positively affected direct tax revenue in Uganda. On the other hand, political interference and corruption were significant challenges to direct tax revenue in Uganda. The study concluded that economic factors affected direct tax revenue in Uganda. Finally, the study recommended autonomy of URA, introduction of an effective human resource management policy, institutionalization of e-services and automation, stepping up taxpayer outreach 152 and education to understand the civic responsibility of paying taxes and, reorganising tax administration by type of taxpayer to increase efficiency and effectiveness. Key words: Tax, Revenue, Uganda
The Impact of the Activities of Uganda National Farmers Federation on Farmers’ Incomes: A Case Study of Mbarara District.
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2006) Twesigye, Dan
TWESIGYE DAN (2006-03-MScDe-PT-040) The Impact of the Activities of Uganda National Farmers Federation on Farmers’ Incomes: A Case Study of Mbarara District This study examined the impact of the activities of Uganda National Farmers Federation (UNFFE) using Mbarara district as a case study. The specific objectives were to find out the impact of agricultural trainings, distribution of farm inputs, provision of agricultural loans, and marketing of agricultural produce, on farmers‟ incomes. Cluster sampling methods were used to select the sample and primary data were collected using a questionnaire form the field. The data collected were analysed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS). Descriptive statistics were used most especially by means of frequency tables, pie charts and graphs. The impact of the activities of UNFFE was estimated by using a linear regression model with results indicating that the coefficients of agricultural loans, marketing of agricultural produce, training, and provision of inputs were 1.0245, 1.1134, 1.3213, and 1.3782 respectively. Therefore, a ten percent increase in agricultural loans, marketing of agricultural produce, training, and provision of inputs would increase farmers‟ incomes by 10.245, 11.134, 13.213, and 13.782 respectively. It is, therefore, recommended that government and stakeholders should intensify the campaigns to recruit more extension workers to carry out frequent trainings for the farmers, more low interest funds for farmers, institutional development of markets, and include all stake holders in the activities of the organisation so that meetings and trainings can be spread to the entire community. Key words: Farmer, Federation, Income, Agricultural, Loan
The Impact of National Agricultural Advisory Services on Farmers Welfare in Uganda: A Case Study of Kabale District.
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2007) Natukwatsa, Amon
NATUKWATSA AMON (2007-03-MSCDE-PT-021) The Impact of National Agricultural Advisory Services on Farmers Welfare in Uganda: A Case Study of Kabale District The study examined the impact of the National Agricultural Advisory Services (NAADS) activities on the farmers‟ welfare in Kabale district. The study was guided by farmers training, sensitisation, mobilisation, new and improved technologies as well as material supply by NAADS, and farmers‟ welfare as the objectives. The data were collected using questionnaires, interview guide, focus group discussions and library research (secondary data). Photographs were also taken to provide evidence of what was observed while in the field. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) version 12.0 was used to generate tables, graphs, Pie charts and Pearson correlations, from which the results were analysed, discussed and conclusion made. The study revealed that training, sensitisation and mobilisation, modern technologies and material supply by NAADS had a positive statistically significant correlation with farmers‟ welfare. Their coefficients were training 0.0717, 0.002, 0.071 and 0.0717 respectively implying that, a ten percent increase in training, sensitisation and mobilisation, modern technologies and material supply will lead to an increase in farmers‟ welfare by 0.717, 0.02, 0.71 and 0.717 percent respectively. Based on the findings, it is recommended that government puts in more effort in trainings, sensitisation and mobilisation, modern technologies and material supply since their increase increases farmers welfare. Key words: Mobilisation, Sensitisation, Advisory, Welfare
Factors Affecting Loan Default in Microfinance Institutions in Uganda: A Case Study of Pride Microfinance Limited, Lugazi Branch.
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2007) Nanyonjo, Ritah, Zziwa
NANYONJO RITAH ZZIWA (2007-03-MSCDE-PT-020) Factors Affecting Loan Default in Microfinance Institutions in Uganda: A Case Study of Pride Microfinance Limited, Lugazi Branch The last two decades have been characterised by increased use of credit and overwhelming growth of Micro-Finance Institutions (MFIs) in Uganda. This has been the move by the government and donors to support the private sector particularly in alleviating poverty in Uganda. MFIs, however, have suffered great losses through clients defaulting and thus, this study was designed to establish the factors affecting loan default in MFIs in Uganda. The study used PRIDE microfinance Lugazi branch as a case study because between 2007 and 2009 its portfolio at risk was at one time as high as 18.3%. The study design was analytical and used 147 respondents of which 100 were loan clients who had borrowed from PRIDE microfinance Lugazi branch between 2008 and 2009. Questionnaires and document review were used to gather data, which was consequently analysed using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) and content analysis. The study revealed that the client’s sex influenced loan defaulting whereby there was a higher tendency for males to default than did their females counterparts. It was also found that; clients of large loan size and those who had borrowed loans many times tended to default more often than those with small loans or those who had just started borrowing loans. The study also showed that government interventions particularly policies on interest rates, scrutiny for licensing MFIs, credit services to farmers and repayment conditions increase the rates of loan defaulting. Client’s education level, main occupation, marital status, type of business in which the loans are invested and loan maturity period did not have significant effect on loan defaulting. MFIs should take extreme precautions when lending loans to males and clients who have borrowed many times. MFIs should restrict large loans or otherwise ask for corresponding collateral securities from them. Microfinance institutions should always do thorough loan appraisal of loan applicants and 153 regularly monitor loan clients. Further research should be done on the effect of economic and political factors on effectiveness of loan management in Uganda. Key words: Loans, Microfinance, Pride, Default
Determinants of Income Differentials among Households in Peri-ubarn areas of Uganda: A Case Study Bucunga Parish in Hoima District.
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2007) Byamukama, Wilson, Mugasa
BYAMUKAMA WILSON MUGASA (2007-03-MSC DEPT 005) Determinants of Income Differentials among Households in Peri-ubarn areas of Uganda: A Case Study Bucunga Parish in Hoima District. The study was about the causes of income differentials among households in peri-urban areas in Uganda and the case study was Bucunga Parish in Hoima district. In data collection, the primary sources were mainly used. However, in some cases secondary data were also used. In the study, the size of land utilised for agriculture/farming activities was considered, the number of dependents in a household, the age of the household head and the level of education attained by the household head and their impact on income differentials among households. In analysing data the Pearson chi-square was used and it was found that the size of land used for agriculture/farming activity although it had a positive impact on reducing income inequality, its impact was not significant since its t-valve was 0.242 but it had a positive coefficient, implying, the size of land used for agriculture led to an increase in income. In the same way the level of education attained by the households had a positive impact in reducing income inequality but was also not significant because its t-valve was 0.406 but had a positive coefficient on income earned by a household. The number of dependents in the households and the age of the head of the households had a negative impact on income earned by the house hold and, therefore, these to a smaller extent led to the problem of income inequality although their impact was not significant because their t-valves were 0.937 and -0.146. As per the regression analysis, it was found out that all the variables studied did not have significant impact even at 90%. It was also found that an increase in use of land for agriculture/farming activity by a household led to an increase in income by 68,000 Uganda shillings. While an increase in education by one level, led to an increase in income earned by the household per year by 82,000 Uganda shillings. This implies that education and use of land for agriculture/farming activities have a positive impact in reducing income inequality since they increase income earned by the households. On the other hand, the number of dependents on the households and the age of the household head reduced income earned by the household by 114,000 Uganda shillings and 221,000 Uganda shillings respectively. This implies that the two worsened income inequality. The findings were that in the period of study (2005-2008); 81.1%, 81.2%.80.3% and 79.3% earned income below the GDP per capita of Uganda respectively. The research recommends for creation of employment opportunities, subsidization by the government of private firms, micro-credit, educating the people about better methods of farming, improved provision of health services and fair distribution of land. Key words: Subsidization, Income, Households, Peri-urban, Agriculture
Factors Influencing the Primary Age Out-Of-School Children in Uganda: A Case Study of Kampala District.
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2007) Aruho, Charity Doreen
ARUHO CHARITY DOREEN (2007-03-MSCDE-PT-001) Factors Influencing the Primary Age Out-Of-School Children in Uganda: A Case Study of Kampala District The study investigated the relationship between the primary age children out-of-school with the parents or guardians‟ level of education, the age of the child, whether the child lost his / her parents, the religion of the child, whether the child was staying with his / her parents, the number of children in the child’s family, the occupation of the parents, and the fees problem, using Kampala district as a case study. A logistic regression model was used to study the effect of the independent variables on the dependent variable. On the parents or guardians‟ level of education, it was found that a parent who had attained 149 primary level of education was 2.34 times more likely to send their children to school than their counterparts with no education. On the stay with parents it was found that a child who was not staying with their parents was 8.481 times less likely to be in school as compared to his / her counterparts staying with their parents. A child who had lost his/ her parents was 5.342 times less likely to be out of school as compared to her / his counterparts with parents who are alive. It was also found that a child with fees problems was 6.675 times less likely to be out of school as compared to his /her counterparts without fees problems. Therefore, government should introduce adult education programmes in all parts of the country; this will enhance the change of attitude by parents towards education. The government should provide free meals and scholastic materials to enable those children that have lost parents, to attend school. Key Words: Child, School, Children, Education
Developing an E-Learning Module for Teaching and Learning Geriatrics: A Case Study of Mbarara University of Science and Technology Faculty of Medicine
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2008) Harry, Barry
HARRY BARRY (2008-M132-20002) Developing an E-Learning Module for Teaching and Learning Geriatrics: A Case Study of Mbarara University of Science and Technology Faculty of Medicine Until recently, Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST) has been using a more traditional classroom-based mode of teaching. This has been largely successful thanks to the availability of skilled staff in the various fields. However, with the introduction of Geriatrics course unit at the faculty of medicine, there is a looming problem of shortage of skilled personnel in that field vis-a-vis the This project explored and developed an e-learning module through the case study of MUST‟s faculty of medicine. The project‟s objectives were: 1) to find out the processes in the Geriatrics course unit that need e-learning support, 2) to establish the problems/shortfalls of the current system used by MUST in teaching Geriatrics, 3) to design and develop an e-learning module for MUST‟s faculty of medicine, and 4) to validate the newly developed e-learning module. A multi-method research strategy included a case study and model building. Data were collected from multiple sources: document reviews, guided interviews with potential users of the system, and user observation. The tools used in system development include: MS VISIO 2003, Macromedia Dreamweaver and Fireworks, Apache Web server, MySQL database server and MS Office suite. The programming languages used include PHP, JavaScript, AJAX and embedded HTML. This report presents a description of the project and development process of the e-learning module. Keywords: Developing, E-learning, teaching, Geriatrics, Mbarara University of Science & Technology
Developing a Queue Management System for Optimising Queuing Time in Banks
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2008) Semakula, Paul Joseph
SEMAKULA PAUL JOSEPH (2008-M132-20009) Developing a Queue Management System for Optimising Queuing Time in Banks Queues in the banking halls are tedious, time wasting, and do not provide a conducive atmosphere for conducting business especially when handling a lot of cash transactions. The main objective is to develop a Queue Management System designed for banking institutions in order to optimise the time spent waiting to carry out a transaction at a particular teller. The specific objectives of this study are: to investigate factors related to customer congestion in banks, design a queue management system and implement the system that was designed and to test and validate the system. The researcher reviewed four systems out of the many queue management systems currently in use in various companies across the globe. These are: Smart Soft Queue Management System, Smart Queue Management, Onlinet Queue Management System and Intel visions Optic Q Management System. Based on the review of these systems, we instinctively selected the Smart Queue Management System because of its performance and advantages over all the other 3 systems, nevertheless, we incorporated an extra feature by use of a mobile phone, to enhance its cost-effectiveness and efficiency. The researcher issued questionnaires to and carried out interviews with respondents in banks to investigate factors related to customer congestion in banks. The researcher/developer used specific tools and techniques that included Data Flowcharts, System Flowcharts, Entity Relationship Modelling, Use Case Diagrams, and Prototyping and CASE tools while designing the Queue Management System. The implementation tasks will involve purchase of the necessary hardware and server software, installing the system using a phased approach, carrying out security tests and implementing security measures, training users and guaranteeing maintenance and support. The main validation method used was „validation based on functional checks‟. The aim of this method was to reveal faults in the relevant functions of the new QMS. The project produced a queue management system that will be able to provide capabilities for handling the speed of movement of customers in a bank so that the other officials can concentrate on handling their transactions. This project has produced a product that will also help staff and clients to optimise the use of precious time by eliminating redundancy caused by queuing for long hours. Key Words: Developing, Queue Management System, Banks
A Medical Insurance Records Management System: A Case Study of Kyotera Medical Centre.
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2008) Nankya, Angella Bukenya
NANKYA ANGELLA BUKENYA (2008-03-MSCIS-PT-008) A Medical Insurance Records Management System: A Case Study of Kyotera Medical Centre The aim of this project is to develop a web-based Medical Insurance Records Management System (MIRMS) for Kyotera Medical Centre that solves inefficiencies in managing and reconciling patients‟ medical records, which exposes that information to the risks of loss of data integrity, confidentiality as well as data security risks. Besides, management also faces difficulties because of a lot of paper work and time wastage especially in preparing payment reports. Therefore, due to the above problems, the researcher visited the centre and had a formal interview with the managing director so as to get input as per the proposed system. Enough information was also collected through questionnaires, observations, reading existing documents like manuals, reports created at the centre, and studying some procedures. This information was then analysed using business and IT architecture models. The system was developed and designed using the UML tools and later implemented using dream weaver, PHP scripting language and XAMMP. The MIRMS end product developed allows automatic registration of clients and service providers. It can store patient medical records in a database, manipulate and retrieve them at ease. There is also proper control over patient records for confidentiality through security controls availed by the system. Several reports can be generated by the system, to include claim reports which can be emailed to the providers for payment processing. Key Words: Medical Insurance, Records Management System, Kyotera
Laboratory Information Management System for the Accessioning, Tracking and Storage of Specimens in an Influenza Research Laboratory: A Case Study of Makerere University Walter Reed Project, Influenza Research Laboratory.
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2008) Mimbe, Derrick Emmanuel
MIMBE DERRICK EMMANUEL (2008-M132-20003) Laboratory Information Management System for the Accessioning, Tracking and Storage of Specimens in an Influenza Research Laboratory: A Case Study of Makerere University Walter Reed Project, Influenza Research Laboratory. This dissertation was concerned with the planning, designing, development and implementation of a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to replace an outdated system at the Influenza Research Laboratory (IRL) one of the lab facilities under the Avian Influenza Pandemic Influenza (AIPI) surveillance programme, Makerere University Walter Reed Project. The main mission of the AIPI programme is to carry out surveillance of circulating viruses that cause influenza and influenza like illnesses in Uganda. The LIMS will be used to enhance the business processes and work flow at IRL through managing and tracking of specimens. The old system has a standalone database, which is insecure, lacks proper IT infrastructure, prone to errors as it lacks data validation mechanisms, has manual report generation and hence leads to high turnaround time of specimen processing. It was, therefore, found imperative that the existing system be replaced with a new LIMS that would enhance the business processes and workflow at IRL through having a centralised database, validation mechanisms, specimen tracking, maintain data quality and integrity and enhance reporting. Methodologies, techniques and tools used included: data collection tools, the software development life cycle, developmental prototyping, business process re-engineering and unified modelling language to come up with the required system requirement specifications. PHP a web-based design programming language was used to build the user interface and link it to the database, which was designed using MYSQL a Relational Database Management System. The new LIMS will help integrate all the business processes at IRL, enhance security, improve the turnaround time of specimens, enhance reporting, improve data accuracy and reliability, automate test resulting, and support specimen repository. Keywords: Information Management System, Accessioning, Tracking and Storage, Influenza,
The Contribution of Non-traditional Agricultural Exports to Uganda’s Gross Domestic Product from 1995 to 2008.
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2008) Kaddu, Milly
KADDU MILLY (2008- 03-MSCDE-PT-009) The Contribution of Non-traditional Agricultural Exports to Uganda’s Gross Domestic Product from 1995 to 2008 This study was about the contribution of the non-traditional agricultural exports to Uganda’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) from 1995 to 2005. The general objective was to establish the trend and contribution of maize, beans and flower exports to Uganda’s GDP. The hypotheses were; the value of beans exports was constant throughout the study period; the value of maize exports was constant throughout the study period and the value of flower exports was constant throughout the study period. Secondary data were collected from the Uganda bureau of statistics. Linear regression analysis was used to establish the contribution of each independent variable to the dependent variable. Univariate, bivariate, and multivariate analyses were done. The data were tested for stationary using Eviews statistical package. When it exhibited trends of non-stationary, logs were taken and the second level differencing was done on it to make it stationary. The findings indicated that all the independent variables contributed significantly at 5% level of significance. This is because the probability to the T- statistic of flowers exports is 0.01, that of maize exports is 0.48 and for beans exports is 0.042 which is less than 0.05. It can be concluded that beans exports, maize exports and flower exports contribute significantly to Uganda’s GDP and their contribution is increasing over time though at varying magnitudes. Flowers exports contributed 45.6%, beans exports contributed 11.9% while maize exports contributed 12.2% to the GDP over the study period as was established by the multi variety analysis. It is, therefore, recommended that the farmers should provide wider acreage especially for flowers, which were found to have bigger returns once exported. Key words: Contribution, Agricultural, Export, Domestic
Determinants of Household Food Security in Uganda: A Case Study of Kabarole District.
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2008) Balinda, Baingana, Eskar, Richardson
BALINDA BAINGANA ESKAR RICHARDSON (2008-M112-20003) Determinants of Household Food Security in Uganda: A Case Study of Kabarole District The study addressed the problem of household food insecurity in Kabarole district by looking at the determinants of household food security. The study set three objectives that were translated into three hypotheses, namely; determinants of food access and availability were independent of household food security in Kabarole district. The coping strategies by households after food shortage do not determine household food security in Kabarole district. Food utilisation practices by the households and household food security in Kabarole district are independent. The methodology involved a cross sectional study design; a pilot study was conducted to test the validity and reliability of the instruments. Both qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection and analysis were employed. The relevant responses were converted into frequencies and percentages under the univariate analysis. Under the bivariate analysis, the researcher used the chi-square test ( 2 ) for independence at 5% level of significance to measure the association between the independent and the dependent variables. The hypotheses were tested using the 2  values and P-values. The results from the multivariate analysis were presented as odds ratios after running a logistic regression. The odds ratios were used to interpret the results. The study revealed that, there were several problems with the factors of food production in Kabarole district affecting household ability to access food quantity for consumption. Severe land shortage was 48.3% (between 0 and 1 acre of land) and these increased chances of households to experience food shortage as showed by the increasing odds ratio of 2.413833. On average, each household uses 0.2 acres of land for food production and each household expected on average to harvest 0.25Kg of food. Secondly, absence of any use of improved methods of farming at (96.0%), destruction of food by diseases and pests (96%), poor state of roads (55.7%) absence of storage facilities (98%) also significantly affected household food security. The coping strategies that largely increased household food insecurity included, acquiring food on credit (69.8%), and selling of household assets (41.6%). The food utilisation practices that greatly increased on food insecurity included, poor sanitation and hygiene (100%) and an insufficient dietary content consumed (95.3%). Some of the recommendations made by the study included: improving on the adequacy of transport infrastructure, market centres, farm services, storage facilities and processing facilities. Develop bio150 technologies that are suitable for land scarce conditions. Intensify on interactive research and extension system. Rejuvenate and empower cooperative research centres; put in place ecological sustainability in yield and cropping; put measures that reverse degradation; harnessing water resources to minimise the impact of periodic drought. Develop and streamline micro enterprises for the rural poor. Attention should also be put on the agro-pastoralist sector as a whole which is normally hit by food shortages. Key words: Household, Food security, Food, Uganda, Kabarole
Dualism and its Benefits to the Health Sector in Uganda: A Case Study of Luwero District, Central Uganda.
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2008) Byamukama, Agaba
BYAMUKAMA AGABA (2008-03-HSM-FT-006) Dualism and its Benefits to the Health Sector in Uganda: A Case Study of Luwero District, Central Uganda Dualism is where a public health sector health worker undertakes another activity for financial or non-financial benefits. This study on dualism in Uganda and its benefits in the health sector was conducted in Luwero district. The goal of the study was to demonstrate the benefits of dualism in the health sector. The objectives of the study were: to identify the type of dual activities done by health workers, to calculate the percentage by cadre of health workers who practice dualism, to establish what proportion of their total income was as a result of dualism, to identify factors that motivated health workers to practice dualism and the time when health workers went for their dual activities. This study on Dualism in health sector used Luwero district as a case study targeting health workers in public facilities in which both quantitative and qualitative methods of data collection and analysis were used. The health workers interviewed were doctors, medical clinical officers, nurses and midwives. Interviewer administered questions were used to collect information from respondents. A total of one hundred sixty five (165) respondents were interviewed. Approximately 38% of the respondents were driven by the monetary and the rest by non-monetary benefits. The results are in agreement with other studies done elsewhere. However, the study found out that alongside these benefits of dual employment comes along with disadvantages. And these are: absenteeism, burnout/stress, lack of concentration, poor service delivery, domestic violence and poor relationships with supervisors. The types of dual activities done by health workers range from clinical to non-clinical. The non-clinical activities are: farming, business, consultancy works and teaching/training. The study found out that the higher the qualification the more likely will the health worker participate in dualism. It was found out that 85% of all the health workers practiced dualism. Dual employment affects the income of health workers involved in a positive direction. Dual employment contributes about 69% of the total income of the health workers that were under study and this makes it a viable practice. The times health workers go for dual employment varies with 88.5% dodging duty unofficially while 11.5% officially dodge duty. 5 In conclusion, health workers are motivated by both financial and non-financial incentives to practice dual employment. Dual employment has both positive and negative effects both to health workers and the health system. Recommendations: government and other policy makers need to streamline dual employment and also increase salaries of health workers to meet the economic situations of the time. Key Words: Dualism, Benefits, Health Sector, Luwero District
University Examination Results Management Information System (UERMIS): A Case Study of Bishop Stuart University Mbarara, Western Uganda
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2008) Atuhaire, Marion Bangirana
ATUHAIRE MARION BANGIRANA (2008-03-MSCIS-PT-001) University Examination Results Management Information System (UERMIS): A Case Study of Bishop Stuart University Mbarara, Western Uganda The purpose of this study was to develop a University Examination Results Management Information System (UERMIS) to assist in the management of examination records and ease/or control the access to results in various parts of the country basing on the university demands. Without quick and timely access to examination records, creating market strategies for the university lobbying and sensitisation of students becomes very difficult. The System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) was used as the main development methodology and the approach used was Evolutionary Prototyping. The main goal when using Evolutionary Prototyping was to build a very robust prototype in a structured manner and also it allowed the users chance to continue bringing in new requirements for the system design. This helped to increase user satisfaction and build user trust in the system. With the computerised system, several tools and techniques like validation checks, software security, relationships and entry data forms among others will be used. Different data collection methods like questionnaire, records review, interview guide and observation guide were developed for data collection and prototype as development methodology was used. The university examination results management information system offered functionalities to quick access to examination results/records in various parts of the country. It enabled monitoring of the results and performance of students such that relevant and measurable objectives of the organisation can be checked. It provided to management timely, confidential and secure examination results reports that facilitates planning and decision making and hence improved education service delivery. The reports and academic transcripts generated by the system give answers to most of the challenges management faces as far as examination records are concerned. Key Words: University Examination Results, Information System, Bishop Stuart University, Mbarara
Influence of Gross Domestic Product and Inflation on Commercial Banks’ Income and Loan Portfolio in Uganda.
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2008) Seera, Alice
SEERA ALICE (2008-M112-20031) Influence of Gross Domestic Product and Inflation on Commercial Banks’ Income and Loan Portfolio in Uganda The cross-sectional research investigated the influence of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and inflation on the banking sector in Uganda from 1999 to 2009 with a representative sample of 11 banks. The objective of this study was to find out the impact of inflation and GDP on commercial banks’ total income and loan portfolio. The research performed a diagnosis assessment of the individual variables, that is GDP, inflation, commercial banks‟ loan portfolio and total income using the Granger causality tests, Jahansen cointegration tests and finally two ordinary least squares models were built in e-views and utilised for testing the stated hypothesis. The research findings established that both inflation and GDP explain up to 40 percent variations in total income of a commercial bank in Uganda with positive elasticity. GDP elasticity to commercial bank’s total income is high (0.71) compared to that of inflation (0.23) and statistically significant in explaining changes in commercial bank’s total income. In addition, GDP and inflation explain 88 percent of the variations in the commercial banks’ loan portfolio. GDP has a higher elasticity (0.91) than inflation (0.36). The research failed to reject the stated hypothesis hence concluded that there is a positive relationship between GDP and the commercial bank’s loan portfolio/book as well as inflation. Furthermore, the research accepted the stated hypothesis that inflation and GDP have a positive relationship with commercial bank’s income. With reference to these results, decision makers and stakeholders of commercial banks should consider inflation and GDP rates as they assess the factors that may impact on the stability of a commercial bank’s income and quality of the loan portfolio. Key words: Banks, Commercial, Inflation, Income
The Impact of Trade Liberalisation on Economic Growth in Uganda (1990-2009).
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2009) Agwe, Hillary
AGWE HILLARY (2009-MIII-10001) The Impact of Trade Liberalisation on Economic Growth in Uganda (1990-2009) The study explores the impact of trade liberalisation on economic growth in Uganda for the period between 1990 and 2009. The objective of the study is to empirically investigate the impact of trade liberalisation on economic growth in Uganda for the period 1990-2009. A secondary data collection method was used to generate data for the study. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) and linear regression analysis were used for data analysis. The impact of trade liberalisation on economic growth in Uganda was empirically investigated using the proxies for the independent variable and control variables in a single growth equation, which was estimated using Vector Error-Correction modelling (VECM). For this study, the neo-classical growth model was applied, using linear regression macroeconomic data spanning the period 1990-2009, to determine the impact of trade liberalisation on economic growth in Uganda. The empirical findings of the study were that trade sector reform and general economic reforms have led to the high rate of growth, which the economy has been experiencing for the past decade. The findings further indicated that a number of macroeconomic policy reforms such as reduction of tariff barriers and non-tariff barriers, increase of openness, privatisation, liberalisation of foreign market exchange and real exchange rates have been equally responsible for the impressive growth rates registered over time and have positively and significantly impacted on economic growth of Uganda from 1990-2009. It was recommended that there should be implementation of sound complementary policies comprehensively so as to fully realise the potential gains from trade liberalisation and macroeconomic policies to harmonise reduction of tariffs and non-tariff barriers, increase openness, liberalisation of foreign exchange market, privatisation and real exchange rate, provision of a conducive environment for foreign investors and research or capacity building measures to lead to an increase in overall welfare and economic growth of the country. Key words: Liberation, privatisation, economic growth, policies
Performance of Lower Level Blood Banks in Masaka Region.
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2009) Mutebi, Ayub
MUTEBI AYUB (2009-M122-20011) Performance of Lower Level Blood Banks in Masaka Region The study was carried out to evaluate the performance of lower blood banks; and in this, it specifically looked at Masaka region as a case study. The over roll goal of this study will be to contribute to the reduction of mortality resulting from lack of adequate blood transfusion services where by the research will be able to provide information that will be used to design appropriate interventions to improve delivery of blood transfusion services. The study was carried out from 6 health facilities, these included: Vila Maria hospital, Byansi clinic, Rakai hospital, Kalisizo hospital, Kyotera medical centre, and Baamu hospital. It will be noted that: though the scope of the study was Masaka region, some of the districts like Kalangala and Lyantonde were not having regular transfusion services, and so, they were not considered. The main participants in the study were the laboratory personnel, clinicians, nurses and health facility managers. The study units were the hospital laboratories, where blood was being kept (lower blood banks). The objectives that guided the study were: to assess the availability of human resources and infrastructure in lower level blood banks, determine compliance of the lower blood banks with UBTS accreditation standards and to grade the performance of different blood banks in Masaka region. The study was predominately qualitative in nature though quantitative approaches were also employed. The instruments of data collection included mainly focus group discussion (FGD) guide, check lists and questionnaires. The research findings revealed that the performance of lower blood banks was good despite the fact that blood supplies were inadequate in these lower blood banks. Key missing gaps were identified in presence of SOP, quality guidelines and gaps in training. The study also revealed significant gaps in support supervision. Major recommendations were on the enhancement of blood transfusion management in the region and involvement of the user health facilities especially, in the area of blood donor mobilisation/ recruitment. Key Words: Performance, Lower Level, Blood Banks, Masaka Region.
Determinants of Maize Production in Uganda: A Case Study of Baitambogwe Sub-County in Mayuge District.
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2009) Mutyaba, John, Livingstone
MUTYABA JOHN LIVINGSTONE (2009-M111-10004) Determinants of Maize Production in Uganda: A Case Study of Baitambogwe Sub-County in Mayuge District This research examined the determinants of maize production in Uganda. A multistage sampling technique was used to select 54 farmers in the study area of Baitambogwe sub-county in Mayuge district. The data obtained from the field were subjected to analysis using inferential statistics, which was used to test the hypotheses. Results of the Cobb-Douglas model showed that family labour, quantity of seeds used and bags of maize sold are positive and statistically significant correlation with maize output with coefficients of 5.964, 5.945 and 11.012 respectively. This implies that a one percent increase in family labour, quantities of seeds used, and bags of maize sold leads to an increase in maize output by 5.964, 5.945 and 11.012 percent respectively. The probability of the F- statistics from the model used was 0.0060 which is less than 0.05, confirming the overall significance of the model used in the study, was good indicating a good fit and the correctness of the model. The study, therefore, recommends that, the government should develop strategic policies to target attaining quality family labour, improved and quality seeds and availing markets for the maize produced by the farmers in the study. Key words: Maize, Production
Design and Development of an Online Student Information System (OSIS) :
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2011) Kiconco, Christine
This project is about the design and development of an Online Student Information System (OSIS) for UMU. Though, UMU had been ranked highly among the Universities in Uganda providing quality education; difficulties in timely access to students‘ information had increasingly become problem. There were difficulties in information sharing between the registry and departments/faculties which caused delays in processing and making information quickly available to students. As a result, students faced difficulties of frequent travel to the main campus to find information which process was characterized by long queues and time wasting in addition to delays in decision making. The project was therefore aimed at enhancing student information management and access through the design and development of an OSIS to provide a flexible platform to communicate student information in real time. To realize the above, both research and development methodologies were employed. The study followed a design –oriented research approach, which accommodated both qualitative and quantitative methods to gather and analyze the required data to justify the relevance of the new system. Interview guides, observation guide, questionnaire and document analysis were employed to collect the required data. Data analysis was done with the use of SPSS and a qualitative narrative to come up with the requirements for the new system solution. The study found out that despite UMU‘s heavy investment in information technologies, student information management processes were still being handled by use of stand- alone desktop office applications characterized by too much duplication, inconsistencies and inflexibility. The study also revealed that the intention to use online services is high, in particular relative to services providing information based on localization. In response to the above, a prototype solution was designed and implemented. Several methodologies and tools were employed here after weighing their benefits vis-à-vis costs. DEMO, UML, Ms Office, and Dreamweaver embedded with HTML and PHP, notepad++, Ms Visio and MYSQL were employed through planning, analysis, design and implementation of the solution. The research used prototyping technique to come up with a product which was later tested and evaluated to ascertain that the pre-established required functionality was met. The OSIS provides students with on-line access to student information including; their personal details, examination results, progress reports, financial statements, transcripts, courses and programs. The OSIS also provides support to the registry staff both in the main and faculties‘ with on-line access to a central student database system to enable them effectively input and share student information processing activities for timely delivery of information to stakeholders.
Factors Affecting the Integration of Nutrition Services in the Lower Health Facilities of Kisoro District.
(Uganda Martyrs University, 2011) Birungi, Anthony K.
BIRUNGI K. ANTHONY (2011-M121-10004) Factors Affecting the Integration of Nutrition Services in the Lower Health Facilities of Kisoro District The data from the previous three UDHS‟s show high levels of child and maternal under nutrition that has not changed much in the last 15years. Uganda is among the top 20 countries worldwide with a high burden of under nutrition. Among children under five, 33% are stunted, 14% are underweight, and 5% are wasted. Among women of reproductive age, 12% are chronically energy deficient. Some nutrition services can be delivered at the health facilities integrated with other health services with the support of partners. The Ministry of Health in its Health Sector Strategic and Investment Plan (HSSIP) 2010/11-14/15 has planned to scale-up the delivery of these services to 100% at the facilities. The objectives of this study were to: establish the extent of integration of nutrition services, assess the health system related factors, asses the management related factors and the limiting factors for integration of nutrition services in lower health facilities. This study was carried out in lower health facilities of Kisoro district, being the primary contact points where majority of the population lives. All the 37 facilities, including HCIV‟S, HCIII‟s and HCII‟s were surveyed. The study used both quantitative and qualitative methods to obtain data from health service providers; an interview schedule was administered to purposively selected health service providers at each of the facilities and in-depth interviews with an interview guide conducted with selected health managers in the Kisoro district. 4 Key findings indicate that the delivery of nutrition services at an optimal level in the surveyed health facilities is still challenging. The survey findings indicate that nutrition assessment was at 50% of all the facilities, availability of key nutrition equipment was at 42.4%, facilities with at least one provider trained in nutrition assessment were at 69.6% and only 26.9% of all the facilities used MUAC tapes to assess nutrition status. Delivery of nutrition services is affected by the lack of financial resources to procure nutrition equipment, nutrition supplies and motivate as well as train human resources to improve on their commitment. On the basis of the findings from the study, it is recommended that a capacity building plan should be developed at the district level to identify key practitioners implementing actual day-to-day nutrition services for a better targeting of in-service training. Furthermore, a reports sharing mechanism should be established between the implementing partners and the district health office to improve on the planning for this integration and exploit the technical supportive supervision managerial function to improve on the performance of the health service providers so that they may deliver at optimum level. Key Words: Factors, Integration of Nutrition Services, Lower Health Facilities, Kisoro District.

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