Academic and Professional Qualifications

CURRICULUM VITAE

Dr. Walter Okibo Bichanga (Ph.D. – Management, M.B.A. – Finance and Marketing, B.Com., Dip. in Computer Science, Dip. in Personnel Mgt.)

Professional Profile

A dynamic Leader with extensive experience within both Private and Public University. A competent strategist, capable of developing innovative plans and activities designed to facilitate competitive growth and competitive advantage. Possesses excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills, ability to influence decisions and to develop positive relationships both internally and externally. Enjoys being part of, as well as managing, motivating, training and developing, a successful and productive team and thrives in highly pressurized and challenging working environments. Seeking for promotion to get to a more dynamic institution level where I can apply my skills and knowledge for the benefit and growth of the University with the scope of self-advancement and contribution to the growth and development of the society and nation at large.

Personal Details

Date of birth : 30th March 1981

Gender : Male

Nationality : Kenyan

Constituency : Kitutu Masaba

Ward : Gesima

Marital Status : Married

Address : P.O. Box 52255, 00100 Nairobi, Kenya.

Contact Details : Mobile : 0725595993 or 0735595993 or 0751595993 or 0775595993 E-mail : [email protected] or [email protected]

Languages : English : Fluent Swahili : Native

Work Experience

1 Year Post Institution

July, 2014 Deputy Jomo Kenyatta University of Location: Kisii Campus to Date Director Agriculture and Technology

Duties & . Help in the management of the Campus Responsibilities . Providing Leadership and administration to the Campus . Ensuring appropriate implementation of University plans at the Campus level . Monitoring Policy issues of the university and ensuring implementation . Devising strategies on how to market the program . Appointing appropriate staff members for the department April, Senior Jomo Kenyatta University of Subjects: - Strategic 2011 to Lecturer Agriculture and Technology Management, Strategic HRM, Date Negotiation Skills and IBM

Duties & . Lecturing in Strategic Management, Strategic Human Resource Management, Responsibilities Strategic Management Seminar and other Specializations, Research Methods, Negotiation Skills, Contemporary Management, Human Resource Management Specializations and Management Information Systems. . Guiding, Assessing, Supervising and examining students research project and thesis work in PhD, MBA and MSCs . Participating as panelist to the students thesis and project work. . Developing curricular and course outline to students. . Regular monitoring of the students work and giving assignment . Assisting and involving students in extracurricular activities like case studies . Assisting and encourage the students to clarify the research topics and the viability of ideas in the chosen area of research . Providing Leadership to department of Commerce and Economic Studies. . Regularly reviewing and making suggestions for areas of improvement in the teaching curriculum . Attending to any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

University Appointments

Deputy Director (JKUAT Duty Kisii Campus) July, 2014 to Date . Providing Leadership and administration to the Campus and ensuring appropriate implementation of University plans at the Campus level Responsibilities . Help in the management of the Campus . Providing Leadership and administration to the Campus . Ensuring appropriate implementation of University plans at the Campus level . Monitoring Policy issues of the university and ensuring implementation . Devising strategies on how to market the program . Appointing appropriate staff members for the department

JKUAT/Nyamira County Duty Collaboration Joint Management . Monitor, plan and spearhead the activities with the collaboration partner Committee Member Responsibilities April, 2016 to Date . Work out mechanisms of reviewing and evaluating the impact of the MoU . Co-ordinate activities of both institutions for joint project identification and sourcing for fund. . Monitor implementation of any on-going activities . Advice various departments of both institutions 2 . Advice the institutions’ Chief Executives . Any other relevant activity to this collaboration

A Member of Joint Duty Technical Coordinator Committee (JTCC) – . A Member of Joint Technical Coordinator Committee (JTCC) for KEBs University collaboration with Kenya Bureau if Standards (KEBs) May, 2013 to July, 2014 Responsibilities . Joint proposal development for donor funding . Proposal policy options, implementing strategies and evaluation . Prepare programmes and specific projects for joint implementation . Information exchange . Any other relevant activity to this collaboration

Examinations Officer Duty April, 2013 to July, 2014 . Examination Offer of Commerce and Economic Studies Department Responsibilities . Attend examination time tabling University meetings . Ensure the exam time-table for end of semester is ready in time (one month before exams commencing date) . Ensure that staff members submit course outlines in CHE format every semester (soft and hard copies) prior to the start of the semester . Ensure examination drafts are handed in by internal examiners . Take examination drafts to the external examiner for moderation and receiving examination drafts from the external examiner. . Take drafts to the main examination office . Prepare examination timetable . Remind lecturers to proofread examinations . Organize for the invigilation of examinations . Prepare invigilation letters for invigilators . Call for marked scripts and results . Take scripts to external examiner for moderation . Return scripts from external examiner . Attend departmental exam board meeting . Implement changes adopted by departmental exam board . Attend School exam board meeting . Call for special/supplementary examinations . Prepare special/supplementary examination, s timetable . Ensure that CATs are administered within time and results given to students . within the 2nd week after administering . Organize for invigilation

Acting Chairman of the Duty Department of Commerce and . Acting Chairman of the Department of Commerce and Economic Economic Studies Studies September, 2012 to Responsibilities November, 2012 and . Taking all the duties and responsibilities of the chairman of the February, 3013 department and dissemination the role. . Attending all the meetings on behalf of the head of department to represent the department as mandated.

3 School of Open and Duty Distance e-learning (SODeL) Postgraduate . A commerce and economics department Coordinator for School of Programmes Open and Distance e-learning (SODeL) Postgraduate Coordinator Programmes January, 2012 to July, Responsibilities: 2014 . Coordinating the sourcing of examinations in all the examinable units in the programmes from the department . Coordinating the moderation and proofreading of sourced examinations . Assisting in the identification of examination supervisors from the department . Assisting in any upcoming review exercise of the programmes . Coordinating the other Postgraduate activities of School of Open and Distance e-learning (SODeL) as requested by the School

Attachment and Project Duty Coordinating August, 2011 to November, . Coordinating Attachment and Project for the undergraduate 2013 programs Responsibilities: . Arrange for correspondence with industry through a formal letter on behalf of students for the university . Ensure that all students have undertaken attachment and project writing . Ensure that the students are allocated attachment and project supervisors . Receive both attachment and project results from supervisors . Compile a list of all students who have successfully completed the attachment and project reports and submit to the examination officer . Draw the schedule for attachment period and handing in of attachment results Teaching management units and supervising postgraduate students in project writing Member of the Duty Reviewing Committee of Journal of . Member of the Reviewing Committee of Journal of Agriculture, Agriculture, Science and Science and Technology (JAGST) Technology (JAGST) Responsibilities From April, 2013 . Peer reviewing the manuscript sent for publication in the University journal. . Checking and ensuring that the quality and format requirement of the journal have been met. . Giving quality suggestions to the author in regards to the manuscript

Member of the Board of Duty Post-Graduate . Member of the University Board of Post-Graduate Responsibilities . Assisting the students to clarify the research topics and the viability of ideas in the chosen area of research. . Regular monitoring of the students work. . Ensuring that students conform to the set research format. . Advising the students on relevant areas of information, literature sources and how to organize ideas in a coherent manner. . Reading and commenting on drafts of the student’s project and returning such work with constructive criticism with reasonable time. . Participating in the formulation of Research, guidance and counseling 4 . Participating as panelist in the postgraduate thesis or project defense . Maintaining integrity in research work at all levels. . Participation in the postgraduate board meetings

Feb, 2011 Senior Lecturer Africa Nazarene University Subjects: - Strategic to May, (Chairman and Management, Mgt. & Org. 2011 Coordinator MBA Analysis and Comp. App. Program)

Duties & . As a chair of the department, administering the departmental affairs Responsibilities . Providing leadership to the entire MBA program . Monitoring Policy issues of the university and ensuring implementation . Devising strategies on how to market the program . Appointing appropriate staff members for the department . Appointing appropriate research supervisors for the MBA students . Taking classes and supervising students in project writing

Membership of . A member of the University Senate. University . A member of Board of Post Graduate Studies (BOPGS) Select committees . A Member of University Research Board . A Member of University expansion committee

Major . Started MBA Distance Learning Achievements . Started MBA Program at Meru Campus . Tripled MBA student registrations within two trimesters . Actively participated in moving Ngong Road Campus with more than 700 student among them 315 MBA students to Nairobi Central Business District

May, Lecturer (Chairman Africa Nazarene University Strategic Management, Mgt. & 2010 to and Coordinator Org. Analysis and Comp. App. Jan, 2011 MBA Program)

2010 - 11 Adjunct Lecturer United States International Introduction to Business University Organisation

2009 - 10 Part-time Lecturer Kenya Methodist University - Strategic Management

2009 - 10 Part-time Lecturer St. Paul’s University - Research Project & TQM

2007 - 09 System Administrator (FMS-Mohanlal Sukhadia University-Udaipur)

2007 - 08 Industrial Trainee in System Application Products in data processing (SAP)

(Vedanta Hindustan Zinc Limited)

2005 - 07 Visiting Faculty (Pacific Institute of Management - Udaipur)

2005 - 05 Finance Industrial Trainee (Vedanta Hindustan Zinc Limited)

Research Experience

Eight Nine (89) PUBLICATIONS in Referred Journals

5 Successfully supervised One (1) Ph.D. student to completion in Research Thesis Writing

Successfully supervised more than TWO HUNDRED (200) POSTGRADUATE Students in Research Project Writing

Presently Supervising FIVE (5) Ph.D. and Fifteen (15) Masters Students in Thesis or Research Project Writing

April, 2014 I was appointed a Member of Consortium of Senior Scholars – University of Lusaka, Zambia

From April, 2013 I was appointed a Member of the Reviewing Committee of Journal of Agriculture, Science and Technology (JAGST) JKUAT Journal

From February, 2013 I was appointed a Masters Thesis External Examiner of Kenya Methodist University

May, 2012 – Member of the Editorial Board - THAVAN International Journal of Research in Marketing Management (THAVAN IJRMM), and E-Commerce and E- Business (THAVAN IJRECEB)

December, 2011 – Member of the Review Board – KKIMRC International Journal of Research in Finance and Accounting (KKIMRC IJRFA), Human Resources Management (KKIMRC IJRHRM), and Social Sciences and Humanities (KKIMRC IJRSSH)

From November, 2011 to July, 2014 I was appointed Coordinating of Project for the undergraduate programs JKUAT

Member of Editorial Board – JS International Journal of International Business (JSIJE) – India (http://jmacademy.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/REVIEWERS.pdf)

Member of the Journal Advisory Committee – International Journal of Research Studies in Management (Consortia Academia Publishing) – Asia-Pacific and the United States (http://www.consortiacademia.org/index.php/ijrsm/about/editorialTeam) Participated in several International & National Conferences and Seminars

Participated in several Ph.D., Post Graduate and Undergraduate Defense Panels of various Universities

Academic and Professional Qualifications

Ph.D. in Management Strategic Management Information Systems – (E.R.P.) Faculty of (May, 2009) Management Studies, Mohanlal Sukhadia University

M.B.A. Specialization Area: Finance and Marketing 1st Class (July, 2005) Sikkim Manipal University of Health, Medical & Technological Science

B.Com Accounting, Banking and Business Finance & Business 2nd Class (May, 2003) Administration JRN Rajasthan Vithyapeeth University

6 Professional Qualifications

Diploma in Computer Science Indian Institute of Computer Training-IICT Pass (2008) Diploma in Personnel Management The British Institute Pass (2006) Computers Applications Certificate (2002) Husain Computers Pass

Computer Proficiency

Windows Operating Systems Windows 7, Vista, XP, 2000, 98 & 95

Microsoft Office Tools MS Word, MS Excel, MS Power point & MS Outlook (Office XP, Office 2003 and Office 2007)

Web Programming & Development HTML & Internet

Non-web Programming Languages Turbo C, C++ & Visual Basic

Accounting Programme Tally

Desktop Publishing Programme Corel Draw

Designing Photo Shop & PageMaker

Programmes and Curricula Development

Dec. 2012 to Developed Ph.D. Strategic Management Curricula (Jomo Kenyatta University of January, 2013 Agriculture and Technology)

November, 2012 Developed Masters of Strategic Management Curricula (Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology)

November, 2012 Participated in reviewing of Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Co-Operative Accounting and Finance (BCAF), Bachelor of Co-Operative and Community Development (BCCD), Bachelor of Co-Operative Business Management and Post Graduate Diploma in Co-Operative Management (Co-operative University College of Kenya)

September, 2012 Participated in the development of Ph.D. in International Business, Ph.D. in Finance, Ph.D. in Accounting, MSc. Finance, MBIT and Bachelor of Economics (Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology)

April, 2012 Participated in the review of (MBA, EMBA, Bcom, BBIT and DBIT) Academic Programmes (Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology)

2011 Participated in the development of MBA Distance Learning Programme (Africa Nazarene University)

7 2010 Participated in the development of Ph.D. in Business Administration Curricula (Africa Nazarene University)

Participation in University Funding Programmes

Organisation Assignment Amount (KShs.) Nyamira County Government Participated in preparation of the MoU between Nyamira Count Government and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, which will foresee the University participation in the County development projects

Kisii County Government Participated in the development of an MoU between the Kisii Count Government and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, which will foresee the University participation in the County development projects

Kisii Teaching and Referral Participated in the development of an MoU between the Hospital Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology. This will enable to University Campus to start Medical related courses

Insurance Regulatory Authority Provision of Research Consulting Services to 4,242,315.00 Systematically Review the Performance of Micro- Insurance Business in Kenya – May, 2013

Insurance Regulatory Authority Provision of Research Consulting Services to Undertake 4,242,315.00 a Comprehensive Study on the Nature and Extent of Fraud in the Insurance Industry in Kenya – May, 2013

Insurance Regulatory Authority Provision of Research Consulting Services to Carry Out 4,242,315.00 A Baseline Study on Level of Claims Settlement by Insurance Companies in Kenya – May, 2013

Membership and Activities in Professional Associations

September, Co-Founder and Strategic Management Society of Kenya 2013 Chairman

April, 2014 Professional International Society for Development and Sustainability Member (140353) (ISDS) - Japan

April, 2014 Member Consortium of Senior Scholars – University of Lusaka, Zambia

Jan, 2011 Full Member (43390) The Kenya Institute of Management

April, 2013 Facilitator Education Management Programs for Kenya Education

8 Management Institute Ministry of Education Science and Technology

May 2013 Member of JTCC Joint Technical Co-ordination Committee for University Collaboration with Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBs) – JKUAT

April, 2013 Member Reviewing Journal of Agriculture, Science and Technology (JAGST) JKUAT Committee Journal

May, 2012 Member of Editorial THAVAN International Journal of Research in Marketing Board Management (THAVAN IJRMM), and E-Commerce and E-Business (THAVAN IJRECEB)

Dec., 2011 Member of the KKIMRC International Journal of Research in Finance and Review Board Accounting (KKIMRC IJRFA), Human Resources Management (KKIMRC IJRHRM), and Social Sciences and Humanities (KKIMRC IJRSSH)

June, 2011 Member of the JS International Journal of International Business (JSIJE) ISSN: Review Board 2231-3761 & ISSN: 2231-3753 (http://jmacademy.com/wp- content/uploads/2011/09/REVIEWERS.pdf)

Aug, 11 – Member of the International Journal of Research Studies in Management Dec, 2012 Journal Advisory (Consortia Academia Publishing) Print ISSN: 2243-7770 Online ISSN: Committee 2243-7789 – Asia-Pacific & United States (http://www.consortiacademia.org/index.php/ijrsm/about/editorialTeam)

From 2011 Member International Association for the Promotion of Christian Higher Education ISSN 1521-9631 (www.iapche.org/search/index.php? region=Africa...9)

From 2006 Life Member PROM Society {LM/10150 (P)}

List of Publications

1. Alfayo Ogamba Anthony, Walter Bichanga Okibo and Mogwambo Vitalis Abuga, “Survey to Examine the Drivers of E-Procurement in Public Hospitals in Kisii County, Kenya”, European Journal of Business and Management, Vol.8, No.9, 2016, ISSN 2222-1905 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2839 (Online), PP 69 – 80 www.iiste.org.

2. Osborn Mogusii Mbego, Walter Okibo Bichanga et al, “Influence of Internal Audit System’s Practices on the Management of Public Funds in County Governments in Kenya:

A case Study of Management of Public Funds in Kisii County”, European Journal of Business and Management, Vol.8, No.8, 2016, ISSN 2222-1905 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2839 (Online), PP 77 – 84 www.iiste.org.

3. Elina Moraa Juma and Walter Okibo Bichanga, “Effects of Strategic Management Practices on the Performance of Public Health Institutions in Kisii County, Kenya”, International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, Vol. IV, Issue 4, ISSN 2348 0386, PP. 1 – 8, April 2016, http://ijecm.co.uk/

4. Stella Mbinya Mutia and Walter Okibo Bichanga, “Effects of Supply Chain Risks on the

9 Performance of Tea Processing Firms: a Case Study of Itumbe

Tea Factory in Kisii County, Kenya”, International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, Vol. IV, Issue 4, ISSN 2348 0386, PP. 1 – 8, April 2016, http://ijecm.co.uk/

5. Jeliah Kemunto Omboga and Walter Bichanga Okibo, “Effects of Financial Planning Practices on the Growth of Small Manufacturing Firms in Kisii County, Kenya”, International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, Vol. IV, Issue 4, ISSN 2348 0386, PP. 1 – 10, April 2016, http://ijecm.co.uk/

6. Julius Muhatia Mukalo and Walter Okibo Bichanga, “

Influence of Regulatory System on Implementation of Strategic Plans of Deposit -Taking Co-Operatives in Nairobi County”, International Journal of Social Science and Humanities Research, Vol. 3, Issue 4, pp: (309-322), ISSN 2348-3164 (online), PP. 309 – 322, October - December 2015, www.researchpublish.com

7. Esther Makonyango and Walter Okibo Bichanga, “Contributions of Employee Diversity Management on Job Performance in Kenya’s Telecommunication Industry a Case of Safaricom Kenya LTD”, International Journal of Social Sciences and Information Technology, Vol 1 Issue V, ISSN 2412-0294, November 2015, pp. 1 -20, http://www.ijssit.com,

8. Andrew J. Njuguna Ndung’u, Walter Okibo and Andrew Nyang’au, “Factors Affecting Performance of Banking Agents in Kenya: a Survey of Kisii County”, International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, United Kingdom, Vol. III, Issue 10, ISSN 2348 0386, PP. 559 – 573, October 2015, http://ijecm.co.uk/

9. Venn Bisieri Manyega and Walter Okibo, “Effects of Supplier Selection on Procurement Performance of Public Institutions: A Case Study of Kisii County, Kenya”, International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, Vol. III, Issue 9, ISSN 2348 0386, September 2015, PP 595 – 610, http://ijecm.co.uk/

10. Caroline Nyaboke Aunga and Walter Okibo Bichanga, “The Influence of Human Resource Information Systems on Service Delivery in Kenya’s Telecommunication Industry

(A Case of Safaricom Kenya Ltd)”, International Journal of Social Sciences and Information Technology, Vol 1 Issue 2, ISSN 2412-0294, PP. 1 – 21, July 2015, http://www.ijssit.com

11. Richard Mokaya Atege and Walter Okibo, “Social Factors Influencing Teacher Absenteeism in Public Primary Schools in Kenya: A Case of Nyamira South Sub-County”, International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, Vol. III, Issue 7, ISSN 2348 0386, July 2015, PP 681 – 697, http://ijecm.co.uk/

12. Yuniah Kemunto Matoke and Walter Bichanga Okibo, “Determinants of Teacher Motivation in Public Secondary Schools in Masaba South Sub-County, Kenya”, International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, Vol. III, Issue 6, ISSN 2348 0386, June 2015, PP 139 – 160, http://ijecm.co.uk/

13. John Gogo Gogo, Walter Bichanga Okibo and Andrew Nyangau, “Effect of Gender on the Development of Strategic Plans in Youth Funded Enterprises in Kenya: A Case of Suba Sub-County, Kenya”, International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, Vol. III, Issue 6, ISSN 2348 0386, June 2015, PP 1324 – 1336, http://ijecm.co.uk/

10 14. Mugo Lucy Wairimu and Walter Okibo, “Factors Influencing Micro Insurance Penetration Among Middle and Low Income Earners in Kenya: A Case Study of Kisii County Kenya Insurance Companies”, International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, Vol. III, Issue 6, ISSN 2348 0386, June 2015, PP 1346 – 1358, http://ijecm.co.uk/

15. Linet Bosibori Moruri and Walter Okibo, “Influence of Change Management Strategies Orientation on the Performance of the Bottling Industry in Kenya: A Case Study of Kisii Bottlers, Kisii County, Kenya”, International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, Vol. III, Issue 6, ISSN 2348 0386, June 2015, PP 1522 – 1536, http://ijecm.co.uk/

16. George Reru Ali and Walter Bichanga Okibo, “Effects of Central Bank of Kenya Prudential Regulations on Financial Performance of Commercial Banks Operating in Kisii County”, International Journal of Social Sciences Management and Entrepreneurship 2(1):262-273, ISSN 2411-7323 March-August 2015, PP 262 – 273, www.sagepublishers.org

17. John Agili and Walter Okibo, “Factors Influencing Implementation of Change in Selected Public Universities in Kenya”, International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, Vol. III, Issue 5, ISSN 2348 0386 , May 2015, PP 1201 – 1217, http://ijecm.co.uk/

18. Elvirah Kebaya, Walter B. Okibo and Andrew Nyangau, “Effects of Cultural Change on Strategic Planning in the Banking Sector: A Case of Commercial Banks in Kisii Central Business District, Kenya”, The International Journal of Business & Management, Vol 3 Issue 5, ISSN 2321 –8916, PP. 74 – 85, May, 2015, www.theijbm.com

19. Rose Nyamusi Nyang’au, Bichanga Walter Okibo and Andrew Nyanga’u, “Constraints Affecting Adoption of Computerized Accounting Systems in Nyeri County, Kenya”, International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, Vol. III, Issue 5, ISSN 2348 0386 , May 2015, PP 1536 – 1554, http://ijecm.co.uk/

20. Boniface John Wambua, Walter B. Okibo, Andrew Nyang’au and Sixtus Momanyi Ondieki, “Effects of Inventory Warehousing Systems on the Financial Performance of Seventh Day Adventist Institutions: A Case of Adventist Book Centers (ABC), Kenya”, International Journal of Business and Management; Vol. 10, No. 4; March 2015, ISSN 1833-3850 E-ISSN 1833- 8119, PP 259 – 264, www.ccsenet.org/ijbm

21. Asiago Lenah Sabina, Walter Okibo, Andrew Nyang’au and Cleophas Ondima, “Effect of Non Financial Incentives on Job Satisfaction of Teachers in Public Secondary Schools-Survey of Kisii Sub County”, Journal of Education and Practice, Vol.6, No.13, 2015, ISSN 2222-1735 (Paper) ISSN 2222-288X (Online) PP 62 – 69, www.iiste.org

22. Eunice Nyaboke Nyorera and Walter Okibo, “Factors Affecting Uptake of National Hospital Insurance Fund Among Informal Sector Workers a Case of Nyatike Sub-County, Kenya”, International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, Vol. III, Issue 3, ISSN 2348 0386, March 2015, PP. 1 – 18, http://ijecm.co.uk/

23. Nyaiyo Isaac Mosota, Walter Bichang’a Okibo et al, “Effects of Digital Banking on Competitiveness among Commercial Banks in Kenya: A Case of KISII Town”, The International Journal Of Business & Management, Vol 3 Issue 1, ISSN 2321 –8916, PP. 339354, January, 2015, www.theijbm.com

24. Sarah Siambi and Bichanga Walter Okibo, “Determinants of Strategic Supply Chain

11 Management in Enhancing Organization Performance: A Study of Eldoret Water and Sanitation Company (ELDOWAS), Kenya”, International Journal of Recent Research in Commerce Economics and Management (IJRRCEM) Vol. 1, Issue 3, ISSN 2349-7807, PP. 53 - 59, Month: October - December 2014, www.paperpublications.org

25. Patrick Chege Muchiri and Walter Bichanga Okibo, “Consumers’ Knowledge on Interest Rates and Repayment Period on Credit Source”, European Journal of Business and Social Sciences, Vol. 3, No. 8, ISSN: 2235 -767X, PP. 45 – 52, November 2014. URL: http://www.ejbss.com/recent.aspx-/

26. Joachim Kasyoki, Walter Okibo Bichanga et al, “Effect of Public Procurement Procedure on the Use of Donor Funded Projects: A Case of Study of Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital”, International Journal for Innovation Research and Development, Vol 3 Issue 10, ISSN 2278 – 0211 (Online),PP. 128 – 138, October, 2014, www.ijird.com

27. Peter Mwiti Mathiu and Walter Okibo Bichanga, “Effects of Merger Strategies on Competitiveness in the Banking Industry: A Survey of Selected Banks in Kenya” The International Journal of Business & Management, ISSN 2321 – 8916, Vol 2 Issue 10, PP. 89 – 104, October, 2014, www.theijbm.com

28. Herbert, Mecheo Ombiro, Bichanga Walter Okibo, et al, “Effects Of Risk Management Components on Strategic Implementation by Commercial Banks in Kisii Town, Kenya”, International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, Vol. II, Issue 10, ISSN 2348 0386, PP. 1 – 16, Oct 2014, http://ijecm.co.uk/

29. Francis Otiato Kisia1, Bichanga Walter Okibo, Robert M. Wandera, “Influence of Strategic Management Process on Trans-Nzoia Teachers Sacco Performance”, International Journal of Management Excellence, Volume 4 No.1, ISSN 2292 – 1648, PP. 503 – 507, October 2014

30. Oteki Evans Biraori, Walter Okibo Bichanga et al, “Internal Customer Satisfaction Assessment in the Public Sector: A Case Study of Fleet Management Services Delivery”, International Journal of Recent Research in Commerce Economics and Management (IJRRCEM), Vol. 1, Issue 2, ISSN: 2349-7807, pp: (12-28), Month: July 2014 - September 2014, www.paperpublications.org

31. Loki, Michael and Walter Okibo Bichanga, “Effect of Information Technology on Marketing of Communication Services: a Case Study of Bharti Airtel Kenya LTD”, International Journal of Economics, Commerce and Management, Vol. II, Issue 9, ISSN 2348 0386, PP. 1 – 17, Sep 2014, http://ijecm.co.uk/

32. Susan Khasenye Wasike, Luke Oyugi and Walter Okibo Bichanga, “Effects of Decomposability Costs on Organizational Growth of Edible Oil Manufacturers in Kenya”, International Journal of Business and Social Science, Vol. 5, No. 8, PP. 120 – 127, July 2014, www.ijbssnet.com

33. Njoki Mwangi, Walter Okibo Bichanga et al, “Assessment of Micro Financial Institution Funding on the Performance of Small and Medium Enterprises in Murang’a County- Kenya”, European Journal of Business and Management, Vol.6, No.25, 2014, ISSN 2222-1905 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2839 (Online), PP. 33 – 42, www.iiste.org

34. Veronese Marie Josee, Walter Okibo Bichanga et al, “Role of Social Media Networks in Penetration of International Markets by Small and Medium Enterprises in Kenya: a case of Small Businesses at Yaya Centre Nairobi County”, European Journal of Business and 12 Management, Vol.6, No.26, ISSN 2222-1905 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2839 (Online), PP. 1 – 6, 2014, www.iiste.org

35. Adam Shisia, Walter Okibo Bichanga et al, “An In-Depth Analysis of the Altman’s Failure Prediction Model on Corporate Financial Distress in Uchumi Supermarket in Kenya”, European Journal of Business and Management, Vol.6, No.23, ISSN 2222-1905 (Paper) ISSN 2222- 2839 (Online), PP. 27 – 41, 2014, www.iiste.org

36. Grace K. Karemu, Daniel Kachori, Veronese M. Josee, Walter Okibo, “Critical Analysis of Talent Management Strategies on Medical Employees Retention in Public Hospitals in Kenya: a Case of Kenyatta National Hospital, European Journal of Business and Management, Vol.6, No.23, 2014, ISSN 2222-1905 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2839 (Online), PP. 1 – 9, www.iiste.org

37. Stephen Muturi, Walter Okibo Bichanga et al, “Free Agency Strategy: The New Human Resource Paradigm in the Kenyan Labour Market”, European Journal of Business and Management, Vol.6, No.26, ISSN 2222-1905 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2839 (Online), PP. 122 – 128, 2014, www.iiste.org

38. Reuben Yegon, Walter Okibo Bichanga et al, “Moderating Effect of Organizational Factors on the Relationship between Diversity Management Strategy and the Performance of Public Universities in Kenya”, European Journal of Business and Management, Vol.6, No.24, ISSN 2222-1905 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2839 (Online), PP. 177 – 182, 2014, www.iiste.org

39. Daniel Kanchori, Grace Karemu, Veronese Marie Josee, Bichanga Walter Okibo, “Analysis of the National Strategy Implementation on Kenya’s Global Competitiveness: A Case of Trade, Tourism and Investment Strategies”, European Journal of Business and Management, Vol.6, No.25, ISSN 2222-1905 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2839 (Online), 2014, PP. 162 – 167, www.iiste.org,

40. Cleophas Ondima, Walter Okibo, et al., “Effects of Motivation on teacher’s performance in Kenyan Schools: A Survey of Nyamira District Secondary Schools in Nyamira County”, Journal of Education and Practice, Vol.5, No.30, 2014, ISSN 2222-1735 (Paper) ISSN 2222-288X (Online), PP 67 – 74, www.iiste.org

41. Adam Shisia, William Sang, Charles Mutung’u and Walter Bichanga Okibo, “Assessment of Credit Reference Bureaus on the Management of Nonperforming Loans in the Banking Industry in Kenya A Case of Nairobi County”, European Journal of Business and Management, Vol.6, No.23, 2014, ISSN 2222-1905 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2839 (Online), PP 57 – 63, www.iiste.org

42. Tom Ongesa Nyamboga, Walter Okibo Bichanga, et al, “Critical Analysis of Community Designed Development Strategy on poverty reduction in Kenya: Case of NGOs participation in Kenya” International Affairs and Global Strategy, ISSN 2224-574X (Paper) ISSN 2224-8951 (Online), Vol.23, 2014, www.iiste.org

43. Dennis Nyamasege, Waltr Bichang’a Okibo, et al, “Effect of Asset Structure on Value of a Firm: a Case of Companies Listed in Nairobi Securities Exchange”, Research Journal of Finance and Accounting, ISSN 2222-1697 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2847 (Online), Vol.5, No.7, 2014, www.iiste.org

44. Stephen Kamau Warui, Stephen Muturi, Njage Makanga, Walter Okibo Bichanga, “Mixed Contracting Strategy: A New Paradigm in Human Resources Management; A Study of Family Owned Businesses in Kenya”, US Open Human Resource Management Journal, Vol. 1,

13 No. 1, May 2014, pp. 1 – 11, http://www.arepub.com/Journals.php

45. Nancy Muthoni and Walter Okibo, “Adoption of Internet Based Systems for Stock Monitoring”, International Journal of Science and Research Publication, Volume 4, Issue 5, May, 2014, PP. 1 – 9, www.ijsrp.org

46. Alex Semutwa and Bichanga Walter Okibo, “Influence of Management Support on the Implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning System at KSC” International Journal of Innovative Research & Development, Volume 3, Issue 4, ISSN 2278 – 0211, April, 2014, PP. 47 – 49, www.ijird.com

47. Bichanga Walter Okibo and Obara Brigit Ochiche, “Challenges Facing Information Systems Security Management in Higher Learning Institutions: A Case Study of the Catholic University of Eastern Africa – Kenya”, International Journal of Management Excellence, ISSN 2292-1648 Volume 3 No.1 April 2014, PP. 336 – 349, TechMind Research, Canada

48. Bichanga Walter Okibo and Edwin Masika, “Factors Affecting Monitoring Of the Strategic Plan: A Case of Kenya Seed Company”, Journal of Business and Management (IOSR-JBM), e- ISSN: 2278-487X, p-ISSN: 2319-7668. Volume 16, Issue 4. Ver. I, Apr. 2014, PP 47-53, www.iosrjournals.org

49. Francis Nyaga Karani, Walter Okibo Bichanga and Charles Guandaru Kamau, “Effective use of monitoring and evaluation systems in managing HIV/AIDS related projects: A case study of local NGOS in Kenya, Science Journal of Business and Management, Published online April 30, 2014, PP. 67-76, (http://www.sciencepublishinggroup.com/j/sjbm),

50. Douglas Wafula Namango and Walter Bichanga Okibo “Influence of Strategic Planning on Academic Performance: A Case of Public Secondary Schools in Kimilili – Bumgoma District”, International Journal of Innovative Research and Development, ISSN 2278-0211 (Online), Vol. 3 Issue 3, March, 2014, PP. 482 – 496, www.ijird.com

51. Sylvia Namusoso Kisaka and Walter Bichanga Okibo, “Effect of Porter’s Generic Strategies on Expansion of Academic Programmes for Competitive Advantage in Kenya”, International Journal of Research in Management and Business Studies (IJRMBS), ISSN : 2348-6503 (Online), Vol. 1 Issue 1, Jan - March 2014, PP. 93 – 97, www.ijrmbs.com

52. Carolyne Mwaniki and Bichanga Walter Okibo, “Effects of total quality management on financial performance in the banking sector: a case study of national bank of Kenya”, Journal of Economics and Finance (IOSR-JEF), e-ISSN: 2321-5933, p-ISSN: 2321-592, Volume 3, Issue 2. Ver. III (Mar-Apr. 2014), PP 34-40, www.iosrjournals.org

53. Bichanga Walter Okibo and Ali Yattani Wario, “Effects of E-Banking on Growth of Customer Base in Kenyan Banks”, International Journal of Research in Management and Business Studies (IJRMBS) Vol. 1 Issue 1, ISSN : 2348-6503, Jan - March 2014, PP. 78 – 84, www.ijrmbs.com

54. Philemon Ogola Obenge, Walter Bichang’a Okibo, et al, “The Effect of Staff Training on the Employee Commitment in the Implementation of Strategic Plans in Public Secondary Schools in Kisii County”, International Journal of Business and Social Science, Vol. 5 No. 3; March, 2014, PP. 245 – 253, Center for Promoting Ideas, USA, www.ijbssnet.com

55. Sixtus Momanyi Ondieki, Walter Bichang’a Okibo, et al, “Effects of Direct Selling Strategy on Customer Loyalty by Commercial Banks in Kisii County”, International Journal of Business and 14 Social Science, Vol. 5 No. 3; March, 2014, PP. 274 – 282, Center for Promoting Ideas, USA, www.ijbssnet.com

56. Walter Okibo Bichanga and Anthony Mwangi, “Evaluating the Effectiveness of Supply Chain Visibility in the Retail Supply Chain: A Case Study of Uchumi Super Markets Limited – Kenya”, International Journal of Management Sciences, Vol. 2, No. 4, PP. 179 – 190, 2014

57. Sheikh Saida Abass and Bichanga Walter Okibo, “Assessment on the effect of procurement process on strategy implementation in road public corporations as per the Kenya’s Vision 2030”, International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, Volume 4, Number 1, ISSN: 2222-6990, January, 2014, pp. 452 – 458, www.hrmars.com/journals

58. Bichanga Walter Okibo and Njage Makanga, “Effects of micro finance institutions on poverty reduction in Kenya”, International Journal of Current Research and Academic Review, Volume-2 Number 2, ISSN: 2347-3215, February-2014, pp. 76-95, www.ijcrar.com

59. Kennedy Maeba Mogere, Margaret Oloko and Walter Okibo , “Effect of Inventory Control Systems on Operational Performance of Tea Processing Firms: A Case Study of Gianchore Tea Factory, Nyamira County, Kenya” The International Journal Of Business & Management, ISSN 2321 –8916, Vol. 1 Issue 5, November, 2013, PP. 12 – 27, www.theijbm.com

60. Bichanga Walter Okibo and Ambrose Kipruto Chepkwei, “The Role of Corporate Strategy On Compliance With Government Regulations Among Saccos In Kenya”, Journal of Research in Marketing, Volume 1 No.3, Canada, PP 79 – 89, http://www.jormonline.com

61. Lillian Kemunto Osero, Bichanga Walter Okibo and Richard Bitange Nyaoga, “Effectiveness of Loan Default Management Strategies Among Commercial Banks in Kenya: A Survey of Selected Commercial Banks In Nairobi City” International Journal of Management, IT and Engineering (IJMIE), Volume 3, Issue 11, ISSN: 2249-0558, November 2013, PP 326 – 339, http://www.ijmra.us

62. Walter Okibo Bichanga and Mary Wamucii Maina, “Assessment of the Effects of the Importation of Second Hand Clothes on the Growth of Textile Industry in Kenya” International Research Journal of Management & Humanities, Volume 1 Issue 1, ISSN No: 2347- 3274, October, 2013, PP 1 – 9.

63. B. Walter Okibo and G. Chateya Alinyo “An Investigation into Effects of Dividend Policy on Financial Growth of Advertising Firms in Kenya” Training and Development Journal, Volume 4 Number 2, ISSN No. 22310681, July – December, 2013, PP 100 – 114

64. Bichanga Walter Okibo and Steve Lucky Ogwe, “An Assessment of Factors Affecting Quality Customer Care Services in Telkom Kenya”, International Journal of Scientific & Technology Research, Volume 2, ISSUE 10, ISSN 2277-8616, October, 2013

65. Lillian Nyaboke Onsomu, Walter Bichanga , Charles Munene and Geoffrey Ongondo Obonyo, “Factors Influencing the Financial Viability of a Water Service Provider in Kenya: The Case of Gusii Water and Sanitation Company Limited”, International Journal of Arts and Commerce, Volume 2, Number 9, ISSN 1929-7106, October, 2013 - www.ijac.org.uk

66. Matunga, Denish Ateto, Nyanamba Steve Ondieki and Walter Okibo, “The Effect of E- Procurement Practices on Effective Procurement in Public Hospitals: A Case of KISII Level 5 Hospital” American International Journal of Contemporary Research, Volume 3 Number 8, 15 August 2013, Center for Promoting Ideas, USA, PP 103 – 111, www.aijcrnet.com

67. Bichanga Walter Okibo and Annie Warwinu Kimani, “Effectiveness of ISO 9001:2008 Certification on Service Delivery of Public Universities In Kenya”, European Journal of Business and Management, ISSN 2222-1905 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2839 (Online) Volume 5, Number 13, May, 2013

68. Bichanga Walter Okibo and Simon Obwatho, “Assessment of the Marketing Mix and Positioning Strategy on the Growth of Cultural Music in Kenya”, The International Professional and Applied Management Review Incorporating The International Journal of Professional Management, Volume 8, Issue 3, ISSN 20422341, May 2013

69. Josiah Obegi Mang’era and Bichanga Walter Okibo, “Challenges Facing the Implementation of Citizen’s Charter: A Case Study of Kisii Level 5 Hospital – Kenya”, Interdisciplinary Journal of Contemporary Research in Business” Volume 4, Number 12, April, 2013

70. Bichanga, Walter Okibo and Lilian Aseyo, “Causes of Loan Default within Micro Finance Institutions In Kenya”, Interdisciplinary Journal of Contemporary Research in Business” Volume 4, Number 12, April, 2013

71. Bichanga Walter Okibo and John Kabaka Mwangi, “Effects of Liberalization on Coffee Production in Kenya” European Journal of Business and Management, ISSN 2222-1905 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2839 (Online), Vol. 5, No.3, February, 2013

72. Bichanga Walter Okibo and Pauline Nduta Chege, “Porter’s Generic Strategies Adopted by Public Universities in Kenya to Gain Competitive Advantage” International Journal of Consumerism (Listed in ULRICH & CABELL Directory, Texas, USA), ISSN: 2250 - 1010, Volume 2, Issue 2, December, 2012

73. Nyamwamu, Wilter Bosibori, Atambo, Wallace Nyakundi, Munene, Charles and Okibo Walter, “Role of Employee Welfare Services on Performance of the National Police Service in Kenya: A Case of Kisii Central District” International Journal of Arts and Commerce, Volume 1 Number 1, Number 7, pp. 73-95, December, 2012

74. Okibo, Bichanga Walter and Kamau, Charles Guandaru, “A Study to Explore Internal Auditors’ Compliance with Quality Assurance Standards: A Case of State Owned Corporation in Kenya” International Journal of Research Studies in Management, ISSN: 2243- 7770, eISSN: 2243-7789, Volume 1 Number 1, pp. 109-126, April, 2012 http://consortiacademia.org/index.php/ijrsm/article/view/61/42

75. Letting, Nicholas; Bichanga Walter Okibo and Obwatho Simon, “Plagiarism: A Growing Challenge to Quality of Africa’s Higher Education”, A Journal of the Management University of Africa, Knowledge Management for Industrial Innovation and Development, June, 2012

76. Bichanga Walter Okibo and Alex Kimathi, “Assessing the Use of Generic Strategies in Realization of Corporate Goals of Companies Advertising ‘Below the Line’ in Kenya” International Journal of Retailing and Marketing, ISSN: 0976-318X, Special Issue, pp. 45-62, September, 2011

77. Bichanga Walter Okibo and Josephat Kung’u Muiruri, “An Assessment of Strategies To Reduce Unaccounted-For-Water (A Case of Water and Sanitation Services Company in Kenya)” International Journal of Consumerism, ISSN No.: 2250-1010, Listed in ULRICH & CABELL 16 Directory, TEXAS, USA, Vol. 1, Issue 1, pp. 5-11, Dec., 2011

78. Bichanga Walter Okibo and Lydia Kwamboka Mburu, “Effects of Logistics Outsourcing Strategies on Organizational Productivity: A Survey of Selected Manufacturing Companies in Kenya” Global Journal of Business Management, ISSN: 0973-8533, Vol. 5, No. 2, pp. 51-70, Dec., 2011.

79. Karani, Sharon R. and Bichanga, Walter Okibo, “Effects of Total Quality Management Implementation on Business Performance in Service Institutions: A Case of Kenya Wildlife Services” International Journal of Research Studies in Management, ISSN: 2243-7770, eISSN: 2243-7789, 2012 April, Volume 1 Number 1, 59-76, http://consortiacademia.org/index.php/ijrsm/article/view/61/42

80. Bichanga Walter Okibo and Patrick Nyaga, “An Assessment of Enterprise Resource Planning on Organisational Performance in State Corporations in Kenya” JM International Journal of Management Research (JMIJMR), ISSN: 2229-4562, Vol. 1, Issue 6, September, 2011

81. Bichanga Walter Okibo and Evans Wanga Shikanda, “Effects of Organizational Culture on Innovation in Services Industry: A Case Study of Postal Corporation of Kenya” European Journal of Business and Management, ISSN 2222-1905 (Paper) ISSN 2222-2839 (Online), Vol. 3, No.3, August, 2011 http://www.iiste.org/Journals/index.php/EJBM/article/view/269/153

82. Bichanga Walter Okibo and Philip Wanjala Wasike, “A Survey on Effects of Selected Management Skills on Performance of Small-Scale Enterprises in Kenya” International Journal of Professional Management (IPMA), ISSN: 2042-2341, Volume 5, Issue 2, August, 2011, http://ipmajournal.com/articles/Vol5_Iss2_Article4.php

83. Anil Kumar Kothari, Bichanga Walter Okibo, “New Paradigm in Management Education” Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS), Nurturing Thought Leadership Through Management Education, August, 2008

84. Anil Kumar Kothari, Bichanga Walter Okibo, “Financial Performance of Hindustan Zinc Limited in the Pre and Post ERP Period” Amity Management Analyst, Volume II, No. 2 (a), Jan – June, 2008

85. Anil Kumar Kothari, Bichanga Walter Okibo, “Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP): Mode of Strategic Development for Small and Medium Scale Industries (SMEs)” Global Journal of Business Management, ISSN: 0973-8533, Vol. 2, No. 1, June, 2008

86. Anil Kumar Kothari, Bichanga Walter Okibo, “Managing Business During Economic Downturns”. Global Journal of Business Management, ISSN: 0973-8533, Vol. 1, No. 2, December, 2007

87. Anil Kumar Kothari, Bichanga Walter Okibo and Judah Musaki, “Education and Training: Africa and India Economic Perspective”. PCTE Journal of Business Management, ISSN: 0973-4066, Vol. 4, Issue No. 2, July – December, 2007

88. Anil Kumar Kothari, Bichanga Walter Okibo, “Carbon Credit: Global Economic Development and Environmental Preservation”. Nirma University Journal of Business and Management Studies, Vol. 1, No. 4, April 2007

17 89. Anil Kumar Kothari, Bichanga Walter Okibo, “Covered Call Writing: A Derivative Strategy to Earn Profit.” International Journal of Management Science, ISSN: 0973-2101, Vol. 3, No. 2, December, 2007

Newspaper, Media or Press Conferences Daily Nation 13th May, 2014 Decongesting Nairobi’s CBD in our Interest (Long-term Strategy) P. 13 The Standard 02nd May, 2014 Demystifying other uses of Biometric Voter Registration Kits (BVR) P. 15 Daily Nation 30th July, 2013. Biometric Voter Registration (BVR) Can be Used for Many other Projects (Technology) P. 13 Egesa - Royal Media 27th October, 2014 Local Radio Press interview on choosing the right career path and innovative thinking Egesa - Royal Media 10th October, 2012 Local Radio Press interview on Production and Value Addition Egesa - Royal Media 25th April, 2012 Local Radio Press interview on Education Empowerment and Personal Development

Conferences, Seminars or Workshops Participation or Attended

Attended and presented research papers in several International, National & Regional seminars and conferences

1. “ Kisii Entrepreneurship Summit” February 25th to 27th, 2016, (Tapping the trade and investment opportunities in Kisii County) at Kisii University Ground 2. “Launch Workshop of a Report on Eastern Africa Manufacturing Sector: Promoting Technology, Innovation, Productivity and Linkages” Report Developed jointly by The African Development Bank (AFDB), East African Community (EAC) Secretariat and East African Business Council (EABC), July 18 th 2014 (Laico Regency Hotel – Nairobi) 3. “ Writing Workshop on Effective Resource Management Model” February 03 – 07, 2014 (Kenya Education Management Institute – KEMI organised at Thika Technical Institute 4. “International Conference on Recent Trends of Computer Technology in Academia” April 23-24, 2012 (Department of Computer Science and Information Technology – Janardan Rai Nagar Rajasthan Vidyapeeth University Udaipur - India) 5. “International Conference on Contemporary Innovation Practices in Management” April 13-14, 2012 (Faculty of Management Studies – Pacific Academy of High Education and Research University, Udaipur - India) 6. “ International Conference on Sustainable Management Practices: Development and Dimensions” March 30-31, 2012 (Faculty of Management Studies – Mohanlal Sukhadia University, Rajasthan - India) 7. “ International Conference on Industry and High Education - Knowledge Management for 18 Industrial Innovation and Development” September 28-30, 2011 (The Management University of Africa) 8. “Promoting Original Writing in the Digital Era: Eliminating Internet Copy Paste habits” February 24-25, 2011 (Kenya Institute of Education –K.I.E. Nacece Resource Centre) 9. “International Conference on Developing Comprehensive Christian Education” December 15-18, 2010 (Pan Africa Christian University) – Bible Translation and Literacy – Ruiru. 10. “International Conference on Managing Global Business Competition: World’s Best Practice”, September 22-24, 2008 (Mohanlal Sukhadia University) 11. “ International Conference and workshop on Business Education in a Global Economy”, on January 13, 2008 (Advent Management Institute) 12. “ International Conference on Environment and Globalization” January 5-6, 2007, (Hotel City Palace - Fataprakash – Udaipur) 13. “ National Workshop on Research Methodology and Analysis” in 2009, (Vision Institute of Management – Chittorgarh) 14. “ Interactive Faculty Development Programme on Teaching Skills, Pedagogy and Research Methods”, on July 18-20, 2008, (Pacific Institute of Management - Udaipur) 15. “National Seminar on Economic Reforms and Social Sector”, on February 24-25, 2007, (University College of Commerce & Management Studies - MLSU) 16. “ National Seminar on Global Convergence and Commerce Education”, on January 20-21, 2007, (The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India) 17. “ National Seminar on Advantage India: Horizons of Global Challenges”, December 2-3, 2006, (Jaisamandhi Island Resort) 18. “One Day Seminar on Accounting Issues”, September, 30, 2007, (JRN Udaipur)

Training Received

2015 Strategic Leadership Programme Cornerstone Training Institute (Nairobi)

2012 Management and Leadership Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Training Technology organized (Mombasa Travellers Hotel)

2011 Effective Teaching Seminar Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology organized at (AICAD)

2011 The Roles of a University Lecturer Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and by Anna Petkova - Mwangi Technology organized at (Utalii)

2010 Faculty Development Program Africa Nazarene University – Ongata Rongai

2009 Reflective Teaching by Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Anna Petkova - Mwangi Technology - Karen

19 2008 E-Resources Mohanlal Sukhadia University – Udaipur (University Central E-Library)

2008 On-line Counseling Rajasthan Technical University – Kota (University Central E-Library)

2008 Industrial Training on SAP-ERP Vedanta Hindustan Zinc Limited – Udaipur Utilisation in an Organisation

2005 Industrial Training on Financial Vedanta Hindustan Zinc Limited Performance, Efficiency and (Debari Zinc Smelter) Productivity

Other Appointments

Currently Deputy Director JKUAT Kisii Responsibilities: Providing Leadership and Campus administration to the Campus, Ensuring appropriate implementation of University plans at the Campus level, Monitoring Policy issues of the university and ensuring implementation, Devising strategies on how to market the program and Appointing appropriate staff members for the department Currently Chairman Strategic Management Responsibilities: Providing leadership and Society of Kenya administration to the association members, Ensuring effective decision making and efficient implementation of the association plans, Making appropriate decision on the appropriate strategic direction of the association

Currently Member JKUAT/Nyamira County Responsibilities: Work out mechanisms of Collaboration Joint Management reviewing and evaluating the impact of the MoU; Committee Co-ordinate activities of both institutions for joint project identification and sourcing for fund; Monitor implementation of any on-going activities; Advice various departments of both institutions; Advice the institutions’ Chief Executives; and any other relevant activity to this collaboration

Currently External Examiner of The Co- Responsibilities: Moderating of question operative University College of papers and marking scheme and marked scripts Kenya observing the quality and standards. Read thesis and provide written assignment indicating it is adequate in form and content, reflects adequate understanding of the subject, it makes significant contribution to existing knowledge and if the degree should be awarded or not.

5th Jan. – 27th Member Programme Sub- Responsibilities: Participate in the preparation Feb., 2016 Committee (Kisii of the entire Kisii Entrepreneurship Summit 2016 Entrepreneurship Summit and ensure smooth implementation 2016)

18th Feb., 2016 Lead Judge (Kisii Responsibilities: Oversee the selection of the Entrepreneurship Summit – finalists that will showcase their innovation at the 20 Innovation Award) summit.

From 24th April, Member of Consortium of Responsibilities: Supervision of research 2014 Senior Scholars University of scholars and giving lecturers Lusaka

Currently A Member of Joint Technical Responsibilities: Joint proposal development Coordinator Committee (JTCC) for donor funding, Proposal policy options, – KEBs implementing strategies and evaluation and Prepare programmes and specific projects for joint implementation

June, 2013 to Examinations Coordinator Responsibilities: Attend examination time July, 2014 tabling University meetings, Ensure the exam time-table for end of semester is ready in time, Ensure that staff members submit course outlines in CHE format first week of every and any mater related to University exams

June, 2011- Coordinator (Undergraduate Responsibilities: Arrange for correspondence July,13 Attachment and Project) Jomo with industries, ensure that students are Kenyatta University of Agriculture allocated attachment and project supervisors and and Technology Department of drawing the schedule for attachment period and Commerce and Economic Studies handing in attachment results

Currently Member Reviewing Committee Responsibilities: Reviewing and assessing the Journal of Agriculture, Science and manuscript submitted for publication with the Technology (JAGST) journal and approving for publication

2012 - 2014 Member of Editorial Board JS Responsibilities: Reviewing and assessing the International Journal of manuscript submitted for publication with the International Business (JSIJE) journal and approving for publication

2013 - May, 2014 Member of Editorial Board Responsibilities: Reviewing and assessing the THAVAN International Journal manuscript submitted for publication with the journal and approving for publication

Currently Member of the Review Board Responsibilities: Reviewing and assessing the International Journal of Research manuscript submitted for publication with the journal and approving for publication

May, 2013 – Thesis External Examiner of Responsibilities: Moderating of question June, 2014 Kenya Methodist University papers and marking scheme and marked scripts observing the quality and standards. Read thesis and provide written assignment indicating it is adequate in form and content, reflects adequate understanding of the subject, it makes significant contribution to existing knowledge and if the degree should be awarded or not.

Feb., 2014 to Member of Conference Responsibilities: Discussing the conference May, 2014 Organizing Committee The theme and sub-themes, Date and Venue, Management University of Africa Preparing planning schedule, preparing book of abstract, Budget preparation and Identifying sponsors

2011/2012 External Examiner The Responsibilities: Moderating of question Academic Year Management University of Africa papers and marking scheme and marked scripts observing the quality and standards. Aug, 2011 to Member of the Journal Advisory Responsibilities: Optimize the overall quality Dec, 2012 Committee International Journal and methodological robustness of the final of Research Studies in Management published draft of accepted manuscript & to 21 ensure academic and scientific integrity.

2010 – 2011 Chair and Coordinator MBA Achievements: Started MBA Distance Learning, Program Africa Nazarene Started MBA Program at Meru Campus, Tripled University MBA student registrations within two trimesters

Aug. - Sep. 09 District Monitor - the Kenya Achievement: Carried out monitoring of the National Population and housing 2009 national census, which contributed the census 2009 quality control and wrote a report on the some.

2007 - 2009 President and Chairman - Kenya Achievement: Ensuring peace among Kenyan African Student Association students, the natives and other nationalities and (Udaipur) resolving any grievances that could arise

2007 – 2009 International Student Achievement: Mediating the International Representative Mohanlal Students either seeking admissions or already Sukhadia University (Udaipur) registered and the University

2006 Organising Committee Member Achievement: Participated in the organizing of PROM Review 2006 the Prom Review All India Seminar held at The Institute of Engineers Delhi State Centre

Participation in Social or Community Development Programmes Date Programme Topic 7th and 8th March, Kisii Agriculture Open Day Realizing the agricultural potential in the Kisii region 2016 23rd Sept., 2015 Career Day (Gusii Stadium) Education Empowerment 27th Oct., 2014 Egesa Radio - Royal Media Choosing the right career path and innovative thinking 13th May, 2014 Daily Nation Page 13 Decongesting Nairobi’s CBD on our interest (Long-term Strategy) 2nd May, 2014 The Standard Page 15 Demystifying other Uses of Biometric Voter Registration Kit

6th August, 2013 Murang’a Child Can Child Can Mentorship

30th July, 2013 Daily Nation Page 13 BVR Can be Used for Many other Projects

18th July, 2013 Mukuyu Farmer’s Open Day Farming Product Value Addition

20th July, 2013 Murang’a Youth’s Open Day Youth and Entrepreneurship

23rd Dec., 2012 St. John Catholic Church Family Management

10th Oct., 2012 Egesa Radio - Royal Media Local Radio Press Conference on Production and Value Addition

25th April, 2012 Egesa Radio - Royal Media Local Radio Press Conference on Education Empowerment and Personal Development

Supervised Ph.D. Thesis Student Name Research Title Course Year of Completion Susan Khasenye Relationship between coordination cost and firm growth Ph.D. 2015 Wasike of manufacturing companies in Kenya: A survey of edible oil manufacturers

22 Ph.D. Thesis Under Supervision Student Name Title Course Tom M. Wambua Best practices crafted by local companies in the current volatile global DBA business world: A survey of selected manufacturing companies in Kenya Maurice Otieno Odondo Application of strategic entrepreneurial marketing for competitive DBA performance of small and medium-scale agro-food processing enterprises in Kenya Geoffrey Cheruiyot Sigei Corporate governance and strategic renewal: A case of the Kenyan DBA public sector Evans Mandere Strategic leadership approaches employed by Government owned DBA Nyamboga businesses on selected service based parastatals in Kenya Priscillah Moraa Omagwa Human resource management practices and organisational DBA performance: the moderating role of strategies and environmental uncertainties in the tea industry in Kericho County Edward Nyaberi Mayogi Stakeholder involvement in identification and implementation of the DBA constituency development projects in Kenya Charles Guandaru Kamau Determinants of creative accounting practices among major DBA corporations in Kenya

Other Interests

Computers, Making Adventures, Tours & Travels, Reading IT & Management Related Articles, Journals & News, Listening Music, Playing football and Research

Reference Prof. Johana Sigey Prof. Gabriel Magoma (Associate Professor and Director Kisii Campus) (Professor and Director Pan-African University) Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, P.O. Box 62000, 00200 Nairobi. P.O. Box 62000, 00200 Nairobi. Mobile No.: 0721127040, Mobile No.: 0722565823, E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected]

Dr. Isaiah Imaita Dr. Zachary M. Mosoti (Senior Lecturer, Commerce Department), Africa (Assistant Professor of Management), School of Nazarene University, P.O. Box 34097, Nairobi. Tel. 020- Business, United States International University, P.O. Box 2711213, 14634, 00800 Nairobi. Tel. 020-3606000, Mobile No.: 0722469816, Mobile No.: 0720-339-338, E-mail: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected]