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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220516
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SUMMARY:Semester One 2021/2022
DESCRIPTION:The first semester of the Academic Year 2021/2022 will start on the 5th of February 2022 and run for 14 weeks until the 15th of May 2022.
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/semester-one-2021-2022/
LOCATION:Makerere University\, Makerere University\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:University-Wide
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220516
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20220224T122700Z
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SUMMARY:Semester 1 2021/2022
DESCRIPTION:Semester One 2021/2022 will run for 14 weeks\, beginning on Saturday 5th February 2022 to Saturday 15th May 2022
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/semester-1-2021-2022/
LOCATION:Makerere University\, Makerere University\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:University-Wide
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220228T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220228T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20220117T091323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220117T091328Z
UID:6486-1646035200-1646046000@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:PhD Defense of Ronald Kakooza
DESCRIPTION:The School of Business\, CoBAMS invites you to the PhD defense of Mr. Ronald Kakooza\, which will take place on the 28th February\, 2022 at the Conference Hall of CTF2.
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/phd-defense-of-ronald-kakooza/
LOCATION:KAMPALA
CATEGORIES:PhD Defense
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220310T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220310T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20220309T063027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220309T083620Z
UID:6888-1646899200-1646931600@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:Open Day and Launch of PIM Centre of Excellence
DESCRIPTION:Makerere University is pleased to be co-hosting with the Ministry of Finance\, Planning and Economic Development the Public Investment Management (PIM) Open Day and Launch of the PIM Centre of Excellence. \nTheme: “Towards Raising Returns on Public Investments” \nDate and Time: Thursday 10th March\, 2022 starting at 9:00AM EAT. \n  \nObjectives of the Open Day: \n\nRaising knowledge to the wider public audience about the importance of strengthening public investment management across the entire project cycle\, while learning from reforms that have been undertaken in-country and by practitioners elsewhere;\nSensitising stakeholders from across government about the interventions and how they could strengthen public investment management in the country; and\nDemonstrating the value for money and results that have been realised out of the interventions.\n\nMeeting Link \nhttps://bit.ly/WBOpenDayUG  \nContact Information: \nProfessor Edward Bbaale\nDean\, School of Economics\nDirector EfD-Mak Centre\nCollege of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS)\nMob: +256783573395\nEmail: eddybbaale@gmail.com \n  \nThe PIM Centre of Excellence is housed at the College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS).
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/open-day-and-launch-of-pim-centre-of-excellence/
LOCATION:Freedom square and CTF 2 – Level 5\, Makerere University\, Kampala\, 256\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220310T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220310T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20220309T091542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220309T091609Z
UID:6898-1646902800-1646920800@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:Research dissemination workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the public dissemination of the research study titled: “Parent-Child Communication on Sexual and Reproductive Health in border districts of Eastern Uganda” – happening tomorrow at 9:00am. \nPrincipal Investigator: Dr. Stephen O. Wandera\, Lecturer\, Department of Population Studies\, School of Statistics and Planning\, College of Business and Management Sciences\, Makerere University.\nCo-Investigator: Mr. Fred Ngabirano\, Commissioner\, Children and Youth Affairs\, Ministry of Gender\, Labour and Social Development\n\nMeeting Link: https://zoom.us/u/acklrvw30\nWebinar ID: 986 5092 7170\nPasscode: 605354
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/research-dissemination-workshop/
LOCATION:Online (Virtual)\, Makerere University\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:Research
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220317T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220317T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20220304T104452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220304T104452Z
UID:6857-1647507600-1647518400@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:PhD Public Defense of Mr. Kasimu Sendawula
DESCRIPTION:The Dean\, School of Business invites you to the PhD Public Defense of Mr. Kasimu Sendawula scheduled to take place on Thursday 17th March\, 2022 at 9:00am \nThesis: Environmental Sustainability Practices of Manufacturing Small and Medium Enterprises (SMES) in Uganda \nSupervisors: \n\nAssoc. Prof. Peter Turyakira\nAssoc. Prof. Vincent Bagire\nDr. Cathy I. Mbidde\n\nVenue: Conference Room\, Block B\, College of Business and Management Sciences \nPlease view the research abstract below: \nAbstract _ Kasimu \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/phd-public-defense-of-mr-kasimu-sendawula/
LOCATION:Conference Hall\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Conference Room\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:PhD Defense
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220409T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20220407T142313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220407T142552Z
UID:7064-1649491200-1649505600@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:Graduate Entrepreneurship Breakfast Pitch
DESCRIPTION:Makerere University Entrepreneurship and Innovation Center at the School of Business\, College of Business and Management Sciences has organized a Graduate Students’ Entrepreneurship Breakfast Pitch event under the theme “Rethinking Entrepreneurship”. This gives students a platform to present their projects. The projects are evaluated on the basis of ability to solve real-life problems and scalability. The goal of the Graduate Breakfast meeting is to promote the critical intellectual dispositions and build capacity for independent thinking and analysis of global issues. The public pitching event is aimed to: \n\n\n\n\nEnhance students’ knowledge and capability in project design and implementation;\nImprove research skills; and\nTo build networks and exposure.\n\n\n\n\nThe pitch will take place on Saturday\, 9th April\, 2022 at Protea Hotel from 8:00am to 12:00 noon. About 130 students will pitch their innovative societal oriented projects to academia\, government\, members of Parliament\, development partners\, civil society and private sector.  Different stakeholders within the entrepreneurial ecosystem were invited\, on the account of the role their organization plays in the development of our country
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/graduate-entrepreneurship-breakfast-pitch/
LOCATION:Protea Hotel\, Kololo\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220523T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20220224T124323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220224T124323Z
UID:6821-1653292800-1653670800@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:72nd Graduation Week
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/72nd-graduation-week/
LOCATION:Makerere University\, Makerere University\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:University-Wide
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220811
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220828
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20220811T145733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220813T125242Z
UID:7683-1660176000-1661644799@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:MBA GAT TEST SHORTLIST
DESCRIPTION:SHORTLIST FOR THE GRADUATE ADMISSIONS TEST. CLICK HERE FOR THE LIST MBAM GAT
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/mba-gat-test-shortlist/
LOCATION:KAMPALA
CATEGORIES:Other
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221001
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20221003T130545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221003T130547Z
UID:7764-1664409600-1664582399@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:
DESCRIPTION:The College of Business and Management and Sciences (CoBAMS) is one of the leading centres of excellence in the region in business\, economics and statistical training. To enhance Quality Assurance as a strategic goal\, the Administrative underwent a capacity building two days\, officially opened by the College Principal Assoc. Prof. Eria Hisali from the 29th Sept – 30th Sept 2022. This was aimed at ensuring the achievement of the University’s strategic plan 2020/2030. We thank the Univerity management through the College administration for the continued support to provide better service delivery.
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/7764/
LOCATION:KAMPALA
CATEGORIES:Capacity Building
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230608
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230802
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20230608T083605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T084540Z
UID:8172-1686182400-1690934399@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:SHORTLISTED CANDIDATE FOR MBA GAT FOR ACADEMIC YEAR  2023-2024
DESCRIPTION:Following the closure of the admissions for post-graduates\, the School of Business has shortlisted suitable candidates for the Graduate Admissions Test which is available herein. Click SHORTLIST FOR MBA GAT FOR AY 2023-2024 \nThere shall be further communication in the forthcoming days on the schedule and timelines for the TEST to be done.
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/shortlisted-candidate-doe-gat-test-2023/
LOCATION:CTF2\, Makerere University\, Makerere University\, Kampala\, 256\, Uganda
ORGANIZER;CN="School of Business%2C College of Business and Management Sciences":MAILTO:info.bams@mak.ac.ug
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231126T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20231126T110521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231126T110521Z
UID:8413-1700985600-1701018000@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:Progression Of Infant Mortality Determinants In Uganda (1995-2016)
DESCRIPTION:Dear all\, \nThe Dean School of Statistics and Planning invites you to Mr. Odur Benard’s PhD  Public Defense scheduled to take place on Wednesday\, 29th November 2023 at 9:00 am in \nMathematics Building Room 105\, College of Natural Sciences (CoNAS)\, Makerere University.\n\nDownload Abstract: Click Here
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/progression-of-infant-mortality-determinants-in-uganda-1995-2016/
LOCATION:KAMPALA
CATEGORIES:PhD Defense
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240209T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20240209T070949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T071141Z
UID:8585-1707465600-1707498000@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:Announcing Webinar Series on Applied Quantitative Analysis
DESCRIPTION:Download click here
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/announcing-webinar-series-on-applied-quantitative-analysis/
LOCATION:KAMPALA
CATEGORIES:Capacity Building,Other,PhD Defense,Research,University-Wide
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240209T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240209T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20240209T074507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240209T104939Z
UID:8626-1707465600-1707498000@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:Research Assistants (20 positions) for the FAMILEA project
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Population Studies (DPS) at the School of Statistics and Planning (SSP) is conducting a study on “The Remaking of the Family in East Africa (FamilEA)”. The main aim of the study is to map out the shifting family landscape of residents in Kampala Metropolitan (Kampala\, Mukono\, and Wakiso)\, including family networks based outside the study area\, which is termed the family archipelago. This project will adopt a mixed method (quantitative-qualitative) approach that will extend beyond the household and conjugal family to the extended family and family-like relationships\, such as friendships. The project seeks to recruit 20 research assistants. \nPosition: Research Assistant (20 positions)\nReports to: Field Supervisors / Research Coordinator\nDuty Station: Kampala Metropolitan Area (Kampala\, Mukono\, and Wakiso) \nKey duties and responsibilities\n\nParticipate in all training\, pre-test activities\, and pilot surveys.\nRecruit research participants for the FamilEA survey.\nAdminister informed consent forms to all study participants.\nConduct interviews in line with the research project requirements and ethical considerations.\nReview and submit data for completed interviews for daily cross-checking and verification.\nEnsure completeness and accuracy of the data from the study participants.\nSafe and responsible handling of all study tools and equipment provided for the interviews.\nSubmit daily field reports/timesheets.\nPerform other duties related to data collection and management.\n\nRelevant Education Qualifications\nA bachelor’s degree in Demography\, Population Studies\, Statistics\, Quantitative Economics\, Business Statistics\, Sociology\, Social Sciences\, Records and Archives Management\, or any related discipline. Postgraduate training is an added advantage. \nRequired Experience & Skills\n\nMinimum experience of at least one (1) year of electronic survey data collection using tablets (Redcap\, KoboCollect\, ODK or SurveyCTO)\nExperience working in Kampala Metropolitan Area (Kampala\, Mukono\, Wakiso).\nFluency in the following languages: Luganda\, and English (both written and oral).\nExcellent communication and interpersonal skills\nAbility to deliver outputs under minimal supervision.\nGood teamwork attributes.\nAbility to adhere to protocols and guidelines for data collection.\n\nDesirable: Knowledge of other languages e.g. Lusoga\, Runyakitara\, and Luo \nHow to Apply\nSubmit one PDF of the following 4 documents (in the order below): \n\nCover letter (signed)\nCV (Maximum 5 pages)\nCopy of degree certificate/transcripts\nCopy of National ID\n\nNotes\n\nThe PDF must be named as follows: FirstName_LastName_Research Assistant Application\nSubmission email: famileauganda@gmail.com\nSubmit by midnight of the 18th February 2024.\nOnly shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.\n\n\n\nDownload advert Advert Research Assistants FamiliEA Kampala Metropolitan 08022024
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/research-assistants-20-positions-for-the-familea-project/
LOCATION:KAMPALA
CATEGORIES:Capacity Building,Other,PhD Defense,Research,University-Wide
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240620T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20240522T064135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T104532Z
UID:8826-1718870400-1718902800@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:PhD Defence: Zaina Nakabuye
DESCRIPTION:The Dean\, School of Business\, College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS)\,  invites you to the public PhD defence of  the following candidate. \nName: Zaina Nakabuye \nThesis Title:  Technology Orientation\, Knowledge Absorptive Capacity\, Supply Chain Agility\, and Export Performance of SMEs in Uganda. \nDate and Time: Thursday 20th June\, 2024 at 9:00 AM EAT. \n\n\n\n\n\nFILE ATTACHMENT\n\nPhD Abstract (7.56 KB)
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/phd-defence-zaina-nakabuye/
LOCATION:Conference Hall\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Conference Room\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:PhD Defense
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ORGANIZER;CN="School of Business%2C College of Business and Management Sciences":MAILTO:info.bams@mak.ac.ug
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241017T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241017T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20241014T083855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T084326Z
UID:9879-1729152000-1729173600@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:Public Investment Management Conference
DESCRIPTION:The College of Business and Management Sciences in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance\, Planning and Economic Development are organizing a public investment management conference. The conference will take place on Thursday October 17th 2024 at the Public Health Auditorium (Eastern Gate) . \nThe minister\, Hon. Matia Kasaija will be the guest of honour.
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/public-investment-management-conference/
LOCATION:School of Public Health Auditorium\, Makerere University\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:University-Wide
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241114T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20241105T075840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T094224Z
UID:10132-1731573000-1731603600@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:PHD Public Defence - SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES\, STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT AND THE GROWTH OF SMALL AND MEDIUM AGRO-PROCESSING ENTERPRISES IN UGANDA
DESCRIPTION:ABSTRACT  \nSustainable practices are globally recognised as growth drivers. However\, there exist paucity of knowledge on their adoption in developing countries\, especially in agro-processing small and medium enterprises (SME’s). This study is premised on triple bottom line (TBL) and stakeholder theories. The study sought to examine the relationship between sustainable practices\, stakeholder engagement\, and the growth of agro-processing SMEs in Uganda. The study objectives were; to assess the relationship between environmental\, social\, and economic sustainability practices and SME’s growth; to evaluate the mediating role of stakeholder engagement\, and to explore lived experiences of SME owners’ in implementing sustainable practices. A cross-sectional descriptive design\, integrating quantitative and qualitative approaches\, was used. Data were collected from a stratified sample of 367 SMEs within the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area obtained from a population of 4\,226 agro-processing SMEs. Data analysis was done using SmartPLS version 4\, and NVIVO version 14 for quantitative and qualitative respectively. Findings show that environmentally\, socially\, and economically sustainable practices significantly enhance SME growth\, with stakeholder engagement partially mediating these effects. In addition\, the finding shows that SMEs should not only focus on sustainable practices but also on quality production\, effective marketing and management practices. In conclusion\, there is need to integrate sustainable practices\, build strong relationships with stakeholders and improve  marketing and management practices for agro-processing SMEs in Uganda to achieve long-term growth and contribute positively to their enterprises\, communities\, and the environment.This study fills a gap in understanding the connection between sustainable practices and SME growth in Uganda\, and recommends the introduction of a sustainability growth model that underscores the importance of stakeholder engagement in the growth strategy of agro-processing SME’s. \nSUPERVISORS  \n\nAnthony Tibaingana (PhD)\n\nDepartment of Marketing and Management \nSchool of Business\, Makerere University. \n  \n\nYusuf Kiwala (PhD)\n\nDepartment of Accounting and Finance \nSchool of Business\, Makerere University. \n  \n\nJude Thaddeo Mugarura (PhD)\n\nDepartment of Marketing and Management \nSchool of Business\, Makerere University \n 
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/sustainable-practices-stakeholder-engagement-and-the-growth-of-small-and-medium-agro-processing-enterprises-in-uganda/
LOCATION:Conference Hall\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Conference Room\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:University-Wide
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ORGANIZER;CN="School of Business%2C College of Business and Management Sciences":MAILTO:info.bams@mak.ac.ug
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241119T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20241113T062918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T062918Z
UID:10261-1732006800-1732035600@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:PHD Defense - Entrepreneurial Effectiveness of women-owned Agribusinesses in Uganda
DESCRIPTION:The Dean\, School of Business\, invites you to the PhD public defense for Ms. Marion Nanyanzi on the 19th of November 2024\, CoBAMS Conference Room (Block B). The defense will start at exactly 9:00am. \nTitle: Entrepreneurial Effectiveness of Women-Owned Agribusiness in Uganda \nCandidate: Marion Nanyanzi \nSupervisors: \nDr. Proscovia Katumba \nDr. Anthony Tibaingana
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/phd-defense-entrepreneurial-effectiveness-of-women-owned-agribusinesses-in-uganda/
LOCATION:Conference Hall\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Conference Room\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:PhD Defense
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Marion_Nanyanzi.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241122T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20241120T065543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T070336Z
UID:10329-1732284000-1732294800@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:PhD Public Defense PhD in Economics - The Technical Efficiency and Total Factor Productivity Growth of Health Systems in African Least Developed Countries 2008 -2018
DESCRIPTION:Abstract \nAlthough 20–40% of health spending globally is wasted\, the magnitude of this wastage in African Least Developed Countries (African LDCs) is unknown. The objective of this study is to examine the technical efficiency and total factor productivity growth of health systems in 29 African LDCs over the 2008-2018 period. Using data from the WHO\, World Bank\, and UNESCO\, the non- parametric Data Envelopment Analysis is used to assess the technical efficiency of health systems; the random effects Tobit model is adopted to ascertain the determinants of the technical efficiency of health systems; and the Data Envelopment Analysis-based Malmquist productivity index is used to establish the total factor productivity growth of the health systems.   The results indicate variations in the technical efficiency of health systems of African LDCs. The reduction in technical efficiency is attributed to political stability\, voice and accountability\, gross secondary school enrollment\, unemployment and the prevalence of HIV/AIDS. However\, the improvement in technical efficiency is attributed to regulatory quality\, gross national income\, and the adult literacy rate. There is also progress in the total factor productivity growth of health systems in African LDCs\, which is mainly due to an increase in technical efficiency rather than technological change. Thus\, African LDCs that have technically inefficient health systems and are demonstrating regress in the total factor productivity growth of their health systems need to benchmark on the African LDCs that have technically efficient health systems and those whose health systems are demonstrating progress in the total factor productivity growth. African LDCs need to improve political stability\, voice\, and accountability; improve the quality of education; create employment and strengthen measures to fight HIV/AIDS. They also need to improve their level of technology to witness adequate progress in the total factor productivity growth of their health systems. \n  \nThe Dean School of School of Economics invites you the PhD Public defense for Mr. Musoke Edward (PhD in Economics). \nSupervisors: \nSupervisors: Prof. John Ddumba Ssentamu and Prof. Yawe Bruno.
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/phd-public-defense-phd-in-economics-the-technical-efficiency-and-total-factor-productivity-growth-of-health-systems-in-african-least-developed-countries-2008-2018/
LOCATION:Conference Hall\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Conference Room\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:PhD Defense
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241129T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20241120T071003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T071003Z
UID:10344-1732870800-1732899600@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:PhD Public Defense - EMPLOYMENT\, TRANSITION AND EDUCATION RETURNS IN UGANDA
DESCRIPTION:PhD Public Defense for Mr.Ssebulime Kurayish (PhD in Economics). \nABSTRACT \nCreating adequate and sustainable employment opportunities as well as enabling a successful transition to work are critical goals of a functional and effective labour market. While education is recognized as a potential equalizer in employment and earnings distribution\, evidence from Uganda remains limited. This study addresses this gap by: (i) examining Uganda’s employment dynamics at national\, sectoral\, and sub-sector levels; (ii) identifying the drivers of school-to-work transition lengths\, and (iii) analyzing education returns at national and sub-national levels.  The study employs a mixed-methods econometric approach. First\, multivariate regression and autoregressive distributed lag models are used to assess the employment intensity of growth and sectoral employment shifts. Second\, standard hazard models identify the factors influencing school-to-work transition lengths. Finally\, Mincerian and pooled regression models\, augmented with the  Instrumental  Variable techniques\,  estimate the returns  to education.   The findings highlight persistent jobless growth at both national and sectoral levels\, weak employment intensity\, and limited sectoral employment shifts in Uganda. At the sector level\, Agriculture demonstrated the lowest employment intensity\, while sub-sectors like trade\, construction\, and manufacturing exhibited higher job creation potential.  Prolonged school-to-work transitions were attributed to Uganda’s constrained job creation capacity\, with technicians experiencing shorter unemployment spells compared to professionals. Education was found to significantly enhance earnings\, with wages increasing by 15% for each additional year of schooling and rising to 20.7% after accounting for endogeneity. However\, regional disparities in education returns highlighted economic inequalities in the country. The study concludes that the challenges faced by Uganda’s labour market necessitate urgent action and recommends the need for: targeted investment in employment-intensive sub-sectors to drive job creation; developing and launching a national campaign to promote technical and vocational education and training to align skills with market demands\, and improving education policies to reduce regional disparities. \nKey words: Employment; Transition; Education Returns; Mincerian\, Hazard Models. \n  \nSupervisors: Prof. Bbaale Edward and Assoc. Prof Okumu M. Ibrahim.
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/phd-public-defense-employment-transition-and-education-returns-in-uganda/
LOCATION:Conference Hall\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Conference Room\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:PhD Defense
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T072426Z
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SUMMARY:PhD Public Defense - INTERSECTORAL LINKAGES\, UNEMPLOYMENT AND ECONOMIC GROWTH IN UGANDA
DESCRIPTION:The Dean School of School of Economics invites you the PhD Public defense for Mr. Mukoki James (PhD in Economics). \nAbstract \nThis study investigated inter-sectoral linkages\, the drivers of rapid services sector growth\, and the impact of sectoral growth patterns on the unemployment rate in Uganda. Based on the analysis multiplier model of the Social Accounting Matrices (SAMs) 2009/10 and 2016/17\, the study finds that at an aggregate level\, the services sector had the highest multiplier effects (i.e.\, in terms of output\, GDP\, income\, and consumption) across both periods\, followed by agriculture and services sectors. That is to say that a 1 million income injection in the services sector led to a 3.13 million and 2.71 million shillings increase in output in 2009/10 and 2016/17\, respectively\, compared to only 1.61 and 1.87 million in the industrial sector. Investing in the services sector was more beneficial compared to other sectors. Also\, the services sector had the largest forward production linkages (1.32 points). Agriculture expansion was self-benefitting\, led to excess demand in the industrial sector\, and benefited more households in the central region and urban areas. Finally\, production technology was time dependent. Secondly\, the increasing role of the services sector warranted an investigation; we found that population expansion\, human capital index\, gross national expenditure\, and foreign direct investment are the major drivers of rapid services sector growth. In contrast\, GDP inflation hurts services sector growth. In addition\, producer and household services had the highest impact on economic growth. However\, household services drain the economy\, while business and producer services improve growth ceteris paribus. Lastly\, a positive shock in the agriculture and services sectors significantly reduced unemployment by 1% and 5.07%\, respectively. While a negative shock in the services sector significantly increases unemployment by 3.78%. Also\, a positive industrial sector shock lowered unemployment by 12.48%. The labor intensity analysis results showed that both the size and composition of sectoral growth affect unemployment level. \n  \nSupervisors: Prof. Hisali Eria & Dr. Mukisa Ibrahim \n  \n 
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/phd-public-defense-intersectoral-linkages-unemployment-and-economic-growth-in-uganda/
LOCATION:Conference Hall\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Conference Room\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:PhD Defense
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20241125T113231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T113231Z
UID:10364-1732888800-1732899600@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:PHD Public Defence : FOREIGN AID INFLOW\, DOMESTIC SAVINGS\, FUNGIBILITY AND ECONOMIC GROWTH IN UGANDA
DESCRIPTION:The Dean School of School of Economics invites you the PhD Public defense for Ssemanda Patrick   (PhD in Economics). \nABSTRACT \n  \nUganda set an ambitious economic growth target of 8.2% per annum in order to achieve middle income status by 2040. Domestic Savings target was set at 35% but it has stagnated at 16.7%\, and revenue to GDP has remained below 12.5% compared to the target of 25%. These economic targets require very high economic growth to be achieved. Uganda has been receiving substantial foreign aid inflow\, but its contribution to achieve these economic targets remain unclear. This study examines the effects of the increased foreign aid inflow on economic growth\, gross domestic savings and assess whether fungibility occurred in Uganda.  The empirical models are estimated using time series data for the period 1970- 2020 using the Autoregressive Distributed Lag (ARDL) approach to cointegration.  Cointegration and error-correction modelling catered for the short run and the long-run effects\, consistent with growth models. The three empirical chapters focused on; investigating the relationship between foreign aid inflow and economic growth\, foreign aid inflow and domestic savings\, foreign aid inflow and fungibility in Uganda between 1970 and 2020. \n  \nResults show that foreign aid inflow significantly reduced economic growth in Uganda in the short run and long run. The domestic investment had positive and significant effect on growth in the short run\, while exports increased growth in the short and long run. The democracy index for previous periods\, and effective labour had a negatively effect on output in the short run. In the long-run\, however\, effective Labour force\, exports\, and democratic index was found to increase output in the long run. An increase in foreign aid inflow leads to a drop in domestic savings and crowds out domestic savings in the long run.  This is evidence suggests that foreign aid displaced gross domestic savings in the long-run but did not crowd out private investment in Uganda. Aid fungibility results showed that private investment was not crowded out. There was a reduction in tax revenue which could be attributed to weaknesses in the institution capacity and high poverty levels\, low tax base and weaknesses in the fiscal regulatory framework in Uganda to ensure the efficiency of tax collection. \nThese findings suggest that Uganda should promote strategies to increase foreign direct investment (FDI) since it was found to be the most important in complementing domestic savings to generate growth in the longrun. Interruption in aid flows resulted in economic volatility\, which in turn reduced investment and led to a slowdown in economic growth. \nSupervisors: \nProf. John Ddumba Ssentamu and\nProf. Matovu Fred. \n 
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/phd-public-defence-foreign-aid-inflow-domestic-savings-fungibility-and-economic-growth-in-uganda/
LOCATION:Conference Hall\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Conference Room\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:PhD Defense
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250617
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20250616T035918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T035918Z
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SUMMARY:INVITATION: NEAR-ER Early Career Researchers and Graduate Students Dialogue
DESCRIPTION:INVITATION: NEAR-ER Early Career Researchers and Graduate Students Dialogue \nDATE: Monday 16th June 2025\, 2:00pm to 5:00pm\, Makerere University Main Hall \nPARTNERS:  20 Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) from Europe (7) and Africa (13) \nTARGET PARTICIPANTS: The Dialogue is open to Early Career Researchers\, Academics\, Graduate Students and Members of Staff interested in EU-Africa partnerships \nNEAR-ER is a Jean Monnet Policy Network that brings together 20 Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) from Europe (7) and Africa (13). The network operates with the shared goal of advancing a broad and well-informed conversation on EU-Africa relations through collecting\, reviewing\, debating\, and disseminating innovative research and education materials. NEAR-ER benefits from a multi-layer and integrated approach for data collection and peer review\, a multi-disciplinary group of scholars with expertise in critical thematic areas\, and mutual capacity building with a long-term legacy for higher education in both continents. \nINVITATION: Dear member of staff\, Early Career Researcher/Academics\, Graduate Students\, you are cordially invited to the NEAR-ER dialogue on 16th June 2025 starting at 2:00pm at Makerere University to: \ni.    Engage with leading scholars in Europe-Africa relations\nii.    Network with academics from 20 institutions across two continents\niii.    Explore research and career opportunities in EU-Africa partnerships\niv.    Contribute to meaningful discussions on contemporary challenges affecting both continents\nv.    Gain insights into current trends and future directions in Europe-Africa cooperation \nYour participation in this dialogue will significantly benefit the discourse by enhancing their understanding of international relations\, providing networking opportunities\, and potentially opening doors for future collaborations and research partnerships. \nCONTACT PERSON:  Dr. John A. Mushomi\, Consortium Coordinator/Lecturer\, Makerere University Network on Europe-Africa Relations-Education and Research (NEAR-ER)\, +256772047326. \nWE BUILD FOR THE FUTURE \n—\nRitah Namisango\nPrincipal Communication Officer\nMakerere University\nE-mail: pr.bams@mak.ac.ug\nWebsite: www.bams.mak.ac.ug
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/invitation-near-er-early-career-researchers-and-graduate-students-dialogue/
LOCATION:Makerere University Main Hall\, Makerere University\, KAMPALA\, KAMPALA\, +2560414\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:Capacity Building,University-Wide
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250820T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250820T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20250814T064016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T144121Z
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SUMMARY:PhD Public Defense by Mr. Musa Sennanda
DESCRIPTION:The Dean\, School of Business\, College of Business and Management Sciences cordially invites you to a PhD Defense. \nPhD Candidate:  Mr. Musa Sennanda \nThesis Title: Islamic Finance\, Transparency\, Access to Finance and Poverty Mitigation in Countries Financed by Islam Development Bank \nDate and Time: 20th August 2025\, starting at 9:00 am \nVenue: College of Business and Management Sciences Conference Hall \nDean: Associate Professor Godfrey Akileng \nSupervisors: \n\nDr. Ahmed Mutunzi Kitunzi\nDr. Gerald Kasigwa\nDr. Ismail Kintu
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/phd-public-defense/
LOCATION:Conference Hall\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Conference Room\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:PhD Defense,University-Wide
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250825T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250825T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20250822T123013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T143958Z
UID:11295-1756112400-1756126800@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:PhD Public Defense by Mr. Maxwell Clovice Kamanyire
DESCRIPTION:The Dean\, School of Economics\, College of Business and Management Sciences cordially invites you to a PhD Defense. \nPhD Candidate:  Mr. Maxwell Clovice Kamanyire \nThesis Title: Rural Electrification and Household Socio-Economic \nDate and Time: 25th August 2025\, starting at 9:00 am \nVenue: College of Business and Management Sciences Conference Hall \nDean: Associate Professor Ibrahim Mike Okumu \nSupervisors: \n\nProf.  Associate Professor Fred Matovu \nDr. Paul Wabiga\n\nAbstract: \nAccess to electricity is vital for a country’s socioeconomic transformation and social well-being. However\, evidence on this topic is limited\, especially in developing economies\, hindering effective policy and investment. Uganda has increased electricity access from 10% in 2010 to 47.1% in 2022\, but connections remain low at 24%\, far below the Vision 2040 target of 80%. This raises questions about the factors influencing household demand for electricity connections. Even in rural areas that were once marginalised but are now connected\, the transformative effects are not well-documented. \nThis study aimed to achieve three specific objectives: \n\nIdentify the determinants of demand for rural grid electricity connections;\nExamine the impact of rural electrification on household business startups;\nAssess the impact of rural electrification on women’s economic empowerment.\n\nTo address the first objective\, a logit model was estimated using cross-sectional survey data from 932 households in central Uganda (Kalungu\, Kayunga\, Mukono\, Mityana\, and Wakiso) collected in February and March 2023. Findings show that the likelihood of obtaining an electricity connection increases with shorter distances to the grid\, higher economic status of wives\, village access to electricity\, higher household income\, bigger houses\, knowledge of electrification\, SACCO membership and ownership of electric appliances. Policy recommendations include enhancing household income and expanding the rural electrification program. \nThe second objective examines the impact of electrification on business startups through three channels: rural electrification\, power access from any source\, and grid connection using the inverse probability weighted regression adjustment estimation. Results indicate that rural electrification significantly enhances household business startups across all channels and promotes entertainment and other service-related business than manufacturing and processing at household level.Therefore\, expanding electrification in villages can promote business creation but\, redesigning rural electrification for manufacturing and processing would yield more benefits to the rural economy. \nFor the third objective propensity score matching is employed on experimental data\, revealing that rural electrification significantly boosts women’s economic empowerment by enhancing their bargaining power and control over resources. Policies aimed at empowering women could strategically leverage electrification as a pivotal factor in enhancing household welfare and promoting inclusivity in Uganda. \nYour presence and participation will be highly appreciated as we support the student in this important academic milestone. \nAssoc. Prof. Ibrahim Mike Okumu
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/phd-public-defense-of-mr-maxwell-clovice-kamanyire/
LOCATION:Conference Hall\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Conference Room\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:PhD Defense
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250924T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250924T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20250923T102607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T103000Z
UID:11418-1758700800-1758733200@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:CoBAMS PhD Scholars' Meeting 2025
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nThe College of Business and Management Sciences (CoBAMS) is pleased to announce the upcoming PhD Scholars’ Meeting. This event\, convened by the Principal\, is a dedicated forum for all doctoral scholars within the College to engage\, share experiences\, and discuss initiatives aimed at enhancing the PhD journey. \nThis meeting underscores our commitment to fostering a supportive academic community and transforming doctoral training into a more seamless and enriching experience for all our candidates. \nDate & Time \nWednesday\, 24th September 2025 \nStarting at 8:00 AM \nVenue \nCoBAMS Conference Hall\, Block B\, Room 2.2B8 \nMakerere University \nEligible Participants \nAll PhD Scholars from the following schools under CoBAMS: \n*   School of Business \n*   School of Economics \n*   School of Statistics and Planning \nContact Information \nFor further details or inquiries\, please contact: \nDr. Sendawula Kasimu \nPhone: 0702 073972 \nNote: \nThis meeting is a valuable opportunity to contribute to the development of our PhD programs. Your attendance is highly encouraged.
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/cobams-phd-scholars-meeting-2025/
LOCATION:KAMPALA
CATEGORIES:PhD Defense
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251008T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251008T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064800
CREATED:20250918T123546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T150155Z
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SUMMARY:PhD Public Defense by Ms. Tuhaise Betty Tumuhirwe
DESCRIPTION:The Dean\, School of Business\, College of Business and Management Sciences cordially invites you to a PhD Defense. \nPhD Candidate:  Ms. Tuhaise Betty Tumuhirwe \n  \nThesis Title:          Bond market Development\, Government Effectiveness\, Private Sector Participation\, and Infrastructure Development in Africa. \n  \nDate and Time: 8th October 2025\, starting at 9:00 am \n  \nVenue: College of Business and Management Sciences Conference Hall \n  \nDean: Associate Professor Godfrey Akileng  \n  \nSupervisors: \n\nDr. Eric Nzibonera\nDr. Yusuf Kiwala\nDr. Jude Thaddeo Mugarura
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/phd-public-defense-by-ms-tuhaise-betty-tumuhirwe/
LOCATION:Conference Hall\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Conference Room\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:PhD Defense
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251014T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251014T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064801
CREATED:20250918T122243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T114207Z
UID:11410-1760432400-1760446800@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:PhD Public Defense by Ms. Apon Linda Ismene
DESCRIPTION:The Dean\, School of Business\, College of Business and Management Sciences cordially invites you to a PhD Defense. \nPhD Candidate:  Ms. Apon Linda Ismene \nThesis Title:          Internal Control Systems\, Leadership Style\, Cash flow Management Behaviour and Sustainability of Small and Medium Enterprises  in Uganda \n  \nDate and Time: 14th October 2025\, starting at 9:00 am \n  \nVenue: College of Business and Management Sciences Conference Hall \n  \nDean: Associate Professor Godfrey Akileng  \n  \nSupervisors: \n\nDr. Ismail Kintu \nDr. Geofrey Nuwagaba
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/phd-public-defense-by-ms-apon-linda-ismene/
LOCATION:Conference Hall\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Conference Room\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:PhD Defense
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251016T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064801
CREATED:20251006T071206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T074156Z
UID:11474-1760601600-1760720400@bams.mak.ac.ug
SUMMARY:3rd Uganda Entrepreneurship Congress and 9th Annual Students’ Expo 2025
DESCRIPTION:The 3rd Uganda Entrepreneurship Congress and 9th Annual Students’ Expo 2025\, themed “Brewing Prosperity: Youth Entrepreneurship in Uganda’s Coffee Value Chain\,” aims to empower youth to become innovators and entrepreneurs in the coffee sector. \nIts objectives are to: \n\nEquip young people with practical agritech\, entrepreneurship\, and market-readiness skills.\nStrengthen collaboration among youth\, cooperatives\, government\, and investors to create new opportunities.\nShowcase youth-led coffee innovations and connect them to partners and investors.\nInfluence policy to address barriers like access to finance\, land\, and technology.\nCelebrate outstanding youth-led coffee brands that can inspire replication across Africa.\n\nThe key focus areas include sustainable and climate-smart coffee farming\, technology-driven value addition\, branding and marketing of Uganda’s coffee\, financial access for youth ventures\, and strengthening youth cooperatives. \nThe target audience spans university students\, young coffee entrepreneurs\, cooperatives\, Ministry of Agriculture\, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF)\, agritech startups\, policymakers\, private sector leaders\, and researchers. \nIn conclusion\, the Congress and Expo seek to drive systemic transformation in Uganda’s coffee economy by positioning youth as owners\, innovators\, and exporters — unlocking prosperity for the nation and future generations.
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/3rd-uganda-entrepreneurship-congress-and-9th-annual-students-expo-2025/
LOCATION:CTF2\, Makerere University\, Makerere University\, Kampala\, 256\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:University-Wide
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251120T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T064801
CREATED:20251117T110929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T111149Z
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SUMMARY:PhD Public Defense by Mr. Bashir Rajab Kagere
DESCRIPTION:INVITATION: PhD Public Defense \nThe Dean\, School of Economics under the College of Business and\nManagement Sciences (CoBAMS)\, cordially invites you to the PhD Public\nDefense of the following candidate: \nName of the Candidate: Bashir Rajab Kagere \nTitle of Thesis: Firm Innovation Behaviour and Performance \nDate:  Wednesday 20th November 2025. \nTime:  9:00am-12:00pm \nVenue:  CoBAMS Conference Hall at Makerere University \n  \nSupervisors: \n1.Dr. Thomas Mwebaze \n2.Dr. Nicholas Kilimani \nTITLE: FIRM INNOVATION BEHAVIOUR AND PERFORMANCE \nAbstract \nManufacturing firms in developing countries operate under structurally weak conditions\, characterized by limited regulatory enforcement\, pervasive informality\, shallow financial markets\, inadequate intellectual property protection\, and minimal Research and Development (R&D) investment\, all of which constrain innovation and firm performance. In Uganda\, the scarcity of locally developed innovations reinforces dependence on imported goods\, eroding domestic initiative\, undermining value addition\, employment creation\, and long-term competitiveness. This dissertation examines how Ugandan manufacturing firms address these innovation challenges and whether their innovation behavior translates into performance gains. Specifically\, it (1) examines the effects of competition from the informal sector (CIS) and access to finance on firm innovation behaviour\, (2) identifies the product innovation strategies employed by manufacturing firms\, and (3) analyses the impact of these strategies on firm performance. To guide the analysis\, the study draws on five interrelated theoretical frameworks: dual economy\, pecking order\, institutional theory\, and both the resource-based and knowledge-based views. The first objective employs World Bank Enterprise Survey data and a multivariate probit model\, revealing that exposure to CIS stimulates product innovation\, with financing sources shaping firm innovation choices. The second objective categorizes product innovation strategy into four groups: product innovation is internally developed (Make)\, sourced externally (Buy)\, created through collaboration (Ally)\, or developed by modifying original innovations (Imitate). It utilizes the Uganda National Innovation Survey (NIS) dataset\, indicating that product innovation strategies differ according to firm innovation expenditures\, obstacles\, information sources\, and objectives. Firms investing in external R&D and machinery acquisition are more likely to innovate. The third analysis\, based on PLS-SEM and using the NIS dataset\, reveals that product innovation strategy has no direct effect on firm performance\, suggesting mediation by other firm capabilities\, including product novelty and\, to a lesser extent\, internationalization. The study suggests improvements in regulatory enforcement\, encouraging formalization of informal businesses\, and expanding affordable long-term financing. Additionally\, there is need to enhance firm R&D capacity and external technology acquisition\, strengthen existing policies such as “Buy Uganda Build Uganda” (BUBU) to promote locally manufactured goods’ consumption\, and strengthen the intellectual property rights (IPR) framework to incentivize firms to develop new products. Finally\, prioritizing novelty is vital for fostering firm performance. \nKeywords: innovation\, finance\, informality\, manufacturing\, strategy\, & firm performance \nYour presence and participation will be highly appreciated as we support the student in this important academic milestone.
URL:https://bams.mak.ac.ug/event/phd-public-defense-by-mr-bashir-rajab-kagere/
LOCATION:Conference Hall\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Conference Room\, Block B\, CoBAMS\, Kampala\, Uganda
CATEGORIES:PhD Defense,University-Wide
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