School of Statistics and Planning (SSP) Collection: Recent submissions
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Time series analysis of the relationship between consumption expenditure and economic growth in Uganda (1990-2022)
(Makerere University, 2024-07)Consumption expenditure is looked at as one of the main contributors to Uganda’s economic growth. The main aim of the study was to determine the relationship between consumption expenditure and economic growth in Uganda ... -
Factors influencing the uptake of modern family planning methods in Uganda: case study of Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2024-12)The purpose of this study was to investigate the factors influencing the uptake of modern family planning methods in Uganda using primary data collected from 427 respondents using a self-administered online questionnaire. ... -
Investigating factors affecting academic performance. A case study of school of statistics planning, makerere university
(2024-08-09)The aim of this study was to determine the factors affecting students performance and the study examined the relationship between parental background, teaching method and peer influence -
The Influence of population growth on poverty reduction in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-08)This dissertation investigates the influence of population growth on poverty reduction in Uganda from 2000 to 2022, utilizing log-log regression analysis. The study employs the poverty headcount ratio as the dependent ... -
Students' security perception : a case of School of Statistics and Planning at Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2024)Security concerns on university campuses significantly impact student well-being and academic performance. This study investigates the factors influencing students' perceptions of safety and their actual experiences of ... -
Time series analysis of the infant mortality in Uganda from 1950-2024
(Makerere University, 2024-08)This dissertation aims to analyze the trends and patterns of the infant mortality rate (IMR) of Uganda from 1950 to 2024 using time series methods. The IMR is an important indicator of the health and development of a ... -
The impact of climate change on coffee production in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-08)The study focused on determining how climate change patterns in temperature, rainfall and humidity variations in Uganda have affected coffee production for the past eleven years from 2010 to 2020 using secondary time series ... -
Interactive data analysis system with automated report generation using R and Shiny
(Makerere University, 2024-08)This report presents the development of an interactive data analysis system using R and Shiny, designed to simplify data analysis and automate report generation. The system allows users to upload data, perform univariate ... -
Analyzing factors influencing earnings in Uganda's labor market
(Makerere University, 2024-09)Earnings disparities remain a pressing concern in Uganda's evolving labor market, where education, experience, and employment sectors significantly shape income potential. This study delves into the critical factors driving ... -
Factors that affect interest rates of commercial banks in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-07)The objective of this study was to investigate the factors that affect the commercial bank lending rates. Commercial bank lending rates were evaluated based on inflation rates, exchange rates and Central Bank rates. Secondary ... -
Factors that influence playlist music preferences by individuals in Kampala
(Makerere University, 2024-10)This study explored the factors that influence playlist music preferences by individuals in Kampala. A qualitative survey design was employed, using a questionnaire administered to 378 people in Kampala selected through ... -
The factors associated with PEP adherence among individuals who have been exposed to HIV Rakai
(Makerere university, 2024-11)The need to examine the factors associated with PEP adherence among individuals who have been exposed to HIV in Uganda with Rakai district being a case study laid a foundation for this study. A self- administered questionnaire ... -
The determinants of the balance of payment in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-11)The purpose of this study was to find out the key determinants of balance of payment and also to determine the impact of each determinant on the Balance of payment in Uganda using secondary data for the period from 1993-2021 ... -
Factors influencing human trafficking in Uganda
(Makerere University, 2024-11)The purpose of this study was to investigate the factors influencing human trafficking in Uganda using secondary data from Rahab Uganda in cooperation with Uganda police force (UPF) and National Counter- Trafficking ... -
Effects of students’ study habits on academic performance
(Makerere University, 2024-08)The study examined the effects of several study habits on academic performance of Makerere University students at the School of Statistics and Planning. The main objective of the study was to determine the effect of study ... -
Factors influencing food security status in rural households in Uganda: a case study of Bulamagi sub-county in Iganga district
(Makerere University, 2022-12)This study aimed at studying the factors influencing food security status in rural households in Uganda in Bulamagi sub-county in Iganga district. The demographic factors were gender and marital status and socio-economic ... -
Analysis on the factors that influence individual to use their registered mobile money account for financial savings in Uganda
(Makerere university, 2023-12)This study aimed to the determine the factors that influence individual choice to save money using mobile money in Uganda. The research also explored the relationship between independent variables; age, education levels, ... -
Beyond the classroom: evaluating the impact of entrepreneurship education programs on entrepreneurship intentions in Uganda: a case study of Makerere University
(Makerere University, 2024)The research addresses the problem of low entrepreneurial activity among university graduates despite the increasing emphasis on entrepreneurship education. The study's specific objectives include evaluating the effectiveness ... -
Predicting drug ratings using lexicon-based sentiment analysis and machine learning techniques
(Makerere University, 2024-08-30)In today’s healthcare landscape, analyzing patient reviews is crucial for personalized medicine, yet the complexity of medical language poses challenges for traditional sentiment analysis tools. This study develops a machine ... -
Attitude towards fire insurance among small and medium sized businesses in Uganda : a case study of down town Kampala
(Makerere University, 2024)This study investigates the attitudes towards fire insurance among small and medium sized businesses in down town Kampala, Uganda with a focus on understanding the factors that influence their decision to purchase and ...