Influence of corporate governance on performance of public universities in Kenya

Peter Kariuki, Beatrice Elesani Ombaka and Paul Kiumbe Mburu
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Peter Kariuki: Department of Human Resource Development, Karatina University, P.O. BOX 1957 –10101, Karatina, Kenya
Beatrice Elesani Ombaka: Department of Human Resource Development, Karatina University, P.O. BOX 1957 –10101, Karatina, Kenya
Paul Kiumbe Mburu: School of Business, Department of Business and Economics, Karatina University, P.O. BOX 1957 –10101, Karatina, Kenya

International Journal of Research in Business and Social Science (2147-4478), 2021, vol. 10, issue 7, 116-128

Abstract: This study aims to determine the influence of corporate governance on performance of Public Universities in Kenya. The study was anchored on social network theory. To achieve the objective, the study was based on a pragmatic philosophy and mixed research design with a target population of 234 University top managers. Primary data was collected using a 5 point Likert type questionnaire and an interview guide. Data was analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Findings revealed that corporate governance had significantly statistical influence on performance of public universities in Kenya. This study concluded that adherence to good corporate governance practices are essential strategies Public Universities can use in their endeavour to improve on their performance. It is further recommended that University top managers should adhere to good corporate governance practices, specifically to management guidelines, allow for public participation and be transparent in their actions. Further, the results present important implications to University top managers, other corporate entities, policy makers, and stakeholders in the University education sector in Kenya and across the world. Key Words: Corporate Governance, Transparency, Adherence to Management Guidelines, Public Participation, Performance, Public UniversitiesCorporate Governance, Transparency, Adherence to Management Guidelines, Public Participation, Performance, Public Universities

Date: 2021
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