1. ASSESSMENT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) USES AT PRE-CONTRACT STAGE OF BUILDING...

» CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background to the study Every construction process requires heavy exchange of data and information between project participants on a daily basis. This makes the construction industry on of the most information intensive industries. Information Technology (IT) has been widely applied across many sectors in order to increase competitiveness and reduce consist...Continue Reading »

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2. EFFECTS OF PRELIMINARY ESTIMATE ON FINAL ACCOUNT OF BUILDING PROJECTS

» CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study Ever since the dawn of civilization, man has indulged in some form of construction activity. Even in ancient times, man created architectural Marvels which came to be regarded as wonders of the world including the pyramids of Egypt, the Great Wall of China, and the tower of Babel among others. Estimates for engineering construction...Continue Reading »

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3. ASSESSMENT OF FACTORS AFFECTING BUILDING CONTRACTORS’ SELECTION

» ABSTRACT The knowledge and understanding of value management concept is critical in achieving project goal and objectives in terms of time, cost, quality, safety, and functionality. Previous studies have found that has been emerging as a concept that is needed to be integrated into Nigerian construction industry projects. The study seeks to assess the use of VM concept as a project management tech...Continue Reading »

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4. COSTS OF HEALTH AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT IN BUILDING SITES

» ABSTRACT The construction industry is inherently hazardous. Thus, there is a need to make the construction site a safe place to work although the poor safety record remains a concern. The determination of the aggregate costs of health and safety programmes is considered a leap for achieving construction safety in construction project delivery. This study evaluated the costs of health and safety pr...Continue Reading »

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5. PROJECT FINANCING: CHALLENGES AND THE WAY FORWARD

» CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study The construction industry is an established industry: the sector regarded as a catalyst for growth while its performance serves as a nation's economy (Aibinu, & Jagboro, 2002). It comprises of building, civil and engineering works. Oliver (2005) affirm the industry to be a prime motivator of any economy, while in Akwa Ibom State, it ...Continue Reading »

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6. ASSESSMENT OF MATERIALS MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES ON CONSTRUCTION SITES

» ABSTRACT Construction materials are vital components of the total construction cost (about 60%) of the total project cost. Based on their importance, this study assessed management strategies adopted in construction sites in Uyo Municipal. The objectives were to examine the construction materials management strategies in practice on construction projects, determine the possible factors affecting c...Continue Reading »

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7. BUILDING COST MANAGEMENT

» ABSTRACT Lack of in depth knowledge of whole life costing implication in building design cost management has over the years fueled the increasing bias towards the quantity surveyors estimate. Whole life costing constitutes cost management tool that enhances better understanding of the cost implication of building design over its life cycle. This study investigated the use of whole life costing in ...Continue Reading »

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8. A SURVEY OF COST ESTIMATING PRACTICES OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS

» ABSTRACT Cost estimating is a key activity in quantity surveying profession and in contractor's organisation. The research work is to investigate into current cost estimation practices of contractors in Akwa Ibom state. The objectives were to identify the techniques used in cost estimating by the construction contractors, identify the causes of inaccuracy in construction contractors cost estimates...Continue Reading »

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9. INVESTIGATING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF INSURANCE AS RISK MANAGEMENT TOOL IN CONSTRUC...

» ABSTRACT The nature of construction business is risk versed. Most forms of construction contract recognized the use of insurance as risk management tool. Few studies however, evaluates its effectiveness as risk management tool. This study investigated the efficacy of insurance in curbing risks in construction project delivery. The objectives were to identify insurable risks in construction project...Continue Reading »

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10. ASSESSMENT OF PROJECT PLANNING PRACTICES AND ITS IMPACT ON CONTRACTORS PROFITABI...

» ABSTRACT The increased complexity of the society and high level of competition in the construction industry has made it imperative for contractors, project managers and construction companies to carry out serious planning in order to ensure project success and profits. This work examined project planning impact on a contractor’s profitability. The objectives were to identify project planning tec...Continue Reading »

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11. MOTIVATION AND WORKER’S PERFORMANCE

» ABSTRACT The main objective of this research was to assess the relationship between motivation and worker’s performance. Findings from this work revealed that motivation is the most important factor in workers performance and that financial incentives alone cannot fully motivate workers to perform well which indicates that there are other factors that motivate good performance. This includes; jo...Continue Reading »

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12. POLITICAL VIOLENCE AND SOCIO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

» ABSTRACT The examines the political violence and Social economic Development in Nigeria. To actualize the purpose, of the study was divided into five chapters while. Chapter one was introduction background of the study. Chapter two received related literature on the subject matter chapter three. Covered, research design and methodology. Chapter four focused on data presentation, analysis and inter...Continue Reading »

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13. ASSESSING THE IMPACT OF PRICING POLICIES OF AGRICULTURAL INPUTS

» CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background to the Study The disappointing performance of the agricultural sector in many developing countries of the world is receiving increasing attention of the monetary and exchange rate policy makers. This intervention in agricultural markets is widespread and is practiced in rich and poor countries alike. The policies on money supply, nominal exchange rates, inte...Continue Reading »

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14. FEDERAL CHARACTER PRINCIPLE AND QUOTA SYSTEM IN NIGERIA: A CRITICAL ASSESSMENT O...

» CHAPTER ONE: INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND OF STUDY Today in Nigeria the use of federal character and quota system has become an instrument for recruitment into federal, state and local government civil service. In most federal system of government, the major issue is usually that of resources sharing among the federal units at horizontal and vertical level. According to Elaigwu (1992) where the sha...Continue Reading »

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15. THE SIGNIFICANCE OF COST CONTROL IN HOTEL INDUSTRY

» ABSTRACT This project topic “The Significance of Cost Control in Hotel Industry” tends to examin e the control of cost in most Hotels, taking cognizance of their productive cost, selling and distribution cost as it applies to the Hotel Industry. Again it is to set up effectively the prevention of material and time wastage that is, cost control is very important because it is centered around im...Continue Reading »

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16. THE IMPACT OF JOB SATISFACTION ON EMPLOYEE’S PERFORMANCE IN THE PUBLIC SECTOR

» CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background of the Study In contemporary organizations the yearning for satisfaction is the most important issue on the part of the employees. Need and environment playa pivotal role in the determination of man's behaviour (Ujo, 2004), and Maslow (1943) identified seven important needs of human beings rated in their order of priority; these include physiological, safety...Continue Reading »

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17. PROBLEMS AND PROSPECT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF TOURISM

» CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION Tourism is defined as a composite of activities, services, and industries that delivers a travel experience to individuals and groups travelling fifty miles (about eighty kilometres) or more from their homes for purposes of pleasure. Tourism is travel for recreational, leisure or business purposes. The World Tourism Organization defines tourists as people who "travel to...Continue Reading »

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18. AN APPRAISAL OF THE IMPACT OF PAYE ADMINISTRATION ON INTERNAL REVENUE GENERATION

» CHAPTER ONE1.1 Background to the StudyWith the increasing focus on the good corporate governance and emphasis on revenue generation by the government, it is more critical now than ever to comply fully with the law including ensuring that tax filling and payment deadline are met.This assertion should not be overemphasized when considering a great deal of concerned show by the Board of Internal Reve...Continue Reading »

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19. FEDERAL CHARACTER/QUOTA SYSTEM AND PRODUCTIVITY OF EMPLOYEES IN NIGERIA PUBLIC S...

» CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 BACKGROUND TO THE STUDY Plural and sharply divided societies all over the world attempt to manage their diversities and divisive tendencies through one or combination of policy alternatives in the organization and management of their public services for performance; and Nigeria is not an exception (Bodunrin, 1989; Ayoade, 2000; Abdullah, 2007). Often times, these p...Continue Reading »

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20. PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

» ABSTRACT People in rural communities contribute a lot towards the development of their areas either by providing the labour required to execute the project, contributing financially or initiating the project and following the planning and execution. Chapter one is the introduction of the study, the objective, significance, limitation and definition of terms in the project work. Chapter two talks...Continue Reading »

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21. GRASS ROOT AUTHORITIES AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN NIGERIA

» Abstract In this research work, the researcher intended to have a general discussion with local government as my background. But lack of space may not allow me for detailed discussion and analysis. However, all essential part of the role of Grassroot administration in economic and social development of rural areas in Nigeria are discussed. In chapter one, I discussed the background the problem of ...Continue Reading »

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22. THE IMPACT OF INTERGOVERNMENTAL RELATION ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT ADMINISTRATION IN N...

» ABSTRACT The essay work examines the impact of intergovernmental relations on local government administration in Nigeria. The essay argues that Local Government is not mutually exclusive of other levels of government and that as such there is bound to be an interaction between the local and other levels of government. The study reveals that intergovernmental relations among the levels of governmen...Continue Reading »

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23. REVENUE GENERATION, UTILIZATION AND GRASSROOTS TRANSFORMATION IN NIGERIA

» ABSTRACT Revenue generation in the public sector is very important because of demand for economic development. This study examined Revenue Generation, utilization, grassroots transformation and accountability in Uyo Local Government Council. It employed descriptive and analytical approaches. A total number of forty (40) respondents out of fifty (50) were selected. Data were collected mostly from q...Continue Reading »

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24. AGRICULTURAL POLICIES AND THE NIGERIAN ECONOMY: A CRITICAL ASSESSMENT

» CHAPTER ONE INTRODUCTION 1.1 Background to the Study Agriculture in the context of the economy is tied with the various sectors and is essential for generating broad based growth necessary for development. As such, it is fundamental to the sustenance of life and however poses as the bedrock of economic development, especially in the provision of adequate and nutritious food so vital for...Continue Reading »

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25. THE ROLE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN PUBLIC MANAGEMENT PROCESS

» ABSTRACT This study examine ministry policies and practices with particular references to ministry of finance Sokoto. Taking a critical look at the problems and solution at the ministry, training of staff on ICT and non training of staff. An extensive review of existing literature was made covering issues like problems of using computers in the ministry. The ministry of finance Sokoto. Prudential ...Continue Reading »

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