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Item Effectiveness of the Human Resources Planning In Higher Learning Institutions: The Case of Mbeya University of Science and Technology(The Open University of Tanzania, 2015) Egina, Judith GhatiThe study was aimed to examine the determinant factors in the effectiveness of Human Resources Planning in the higher learning institution, taking Mbeya University of Science and Technology as the case study. The study also wanted to identify methods of Human resource planning. The study also wanted to establish whether existing human resources planning methods have been effective in acquisition and retain staff. Lastly to analyze challenges facing human resources planning. This was a case study and quantitatively research was used. To get primary data respondents were selected randomly and purposively for the case study and data was collected through administrating structured questionnaires. Interviews were conducted. For secondary data document review was used. Data was coded, edited and analyzed. The study found that judgmental, forecasting, trend analysis, replacement and ratio are methods which MUST be applied in human resources planning. But also it was found that financial constraints, technology, lack of expertise and the incapability of the staffs, and workforce diversity are challenges which influence human resource planning. Also the study found that to a large extent human resource planning is effective at the Mbeya University of Science and Technology. So it is recommended that to put more emphasis on human resources planning so as ensure University goals are achieved.Item Assessment of Factors Affecting Implementation of Open Performance Review and Appraisal System: The Case Study of Mbeya University of Science and Technology(Teofilo Kisanji University, 2019) Emmanuel, SamwelOpen Performance Review and Appraisal System (OPRAS) was established by the Government Establishment Circular No. 2 of July, 2004. Since then, there have been some challenges in its implementation. Institutions have tried to settle the challenges for OPRAS smooth operations. Despite of efforts put forth, the process still face some challenges. This has necessitated the assessment of factors affecting implementation of OPRAS, using Mbeya University of Science and Technology (MUST) as a case study. The specific objectives of this study were to examine employee understanding on objectives of OPRAS; investigate challenges experienced during implementation of OPRAS and assessment of employee’s perception on OPRAS as performance assessment tool. This study employed a case study design of which 84 respondents were randomly sampled to generate results. Data collection was done through structured questionnaires. The results were analysed using SPSS version 20 where, tables and figures were generated to present results. The study found that 72% of employees understood the objective of introducing OPRAS as a performance measurement tool for improving productivity, work efficiency, individual and team work and individual development. The challenges contributing to ineffective of OPRAS implementation noted included; inadequate feedback, lack of direct benefits, individual objectives were not understood, lack of training to implementers, failure to motivate good performers and failure to participate employees in setting objectives. On the use of OPRAS, 51% of the respondents had positive opinion. The study recommends that there should be regular training to enhance staff OPRAS understanding. Have in place friendly feedback mechanism to enhance staff viii commitment. There should be direct benefits associated with OPRAS to cultivate hard working culture and participation of staff in setting objectives to create sense of ownershipItem Assessment of the Effectiveness of Training and Development Programme In Social Security Providers A Case Of National Social Security Fund (Nssf)(University Of Dar Es Salaam, 2008) Msangi, Saidi MustafaThis study assesses the effectiveness of staff training and development programmes at the NSSF. The aim of the study was to establish how staff training and development needs were met and factors which hinder it and also how staff felt about the functions of Human resources department. Self-administered questionnaires were distributed to the NSSF staff including the heads of departments. Interviews with managers were also conducted. The study has uncovered that; there is lack of update training policy as well as training programme, there is no training evaluation which is carried out, training budget is inadequate, and there is an element of favouritism to some employees and lack of top management support towards staff training and development at NSSF. The major recommendations of the study are that: NSSF training policies, programmes and procedures should be clearly and authentically spelt out in a staff training manual to enable each employee become acquainted with them. Employees (trainees) should receive feedback from training evaluation. NSSF should work out strategies to accrue more funds for staff training function. Also, the criteria for sponsoring of training should be transparent.Item Learners’ Attitudes and Practices towards Learning Communication Skills: The Case of Ordinary Diploma in Science Programmes(The University Of Dodoma, 2019) Nsyengula, StephenThis study investigated the learners’ attitudes and practices towards learning communication skills among ordinary diploma students of science programmes. The study involved a sample of 112 respondents, 62 from MUST and 50 from ATC. A cross-sectional research design was employed coupled with qualitative and quantitative approaches. Data were collected through questionnaires, interviews, observations and documentary review. Further, eight (8) classroom observations were made to collect data at the natural settings. The prospectus, examination scripts, copies of past papers, teaching schedule and instructors’ teaching load distribution for the first semester 2018/2019 were reviewed at the institutions. Quantitative data were analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 20 while qualitative data were analysed thematically. The findings revealed that the majority of diploma students have positive attitudes towards learning communication skills. Female students were more positive than male students. Moreover, the first and third-year students showed more positive attitudes than second-year students. Even though communication skills course is offered at the institutions, students demonstrated weakness in using English which is the language of communication in the institutions. Several practices limited students’ learning of communication skills. These include class size, scarcity of instructional materials and teaching methodology. Thus, students’ attendance in class and communication proficiency were affected. It is suggested that a pedagogical review is made to improve the teaching and learning of the course. Instructional materials and size of the class should be considered to enhance students’ acquisition of the required skillsItem Community Perceptions on Foreign Agricultural Investments in Iringa District, Tanzania(Moshi Co-operative University, 2019) Matiku, StephanoThis study assessed the community perception on foreign agricultural investments in Iringa District. Specifically, the study sought to establish the level of community awareness on current investor; identify community perceptions on investor’s activities, identify community expectation and assess the implementation of investor’s CSR in community. The study used a case study design where four Villages adjacent to STL: Ihemi, Ifunda, Bandabichi, and Muwimbi were purposely selected. The primary data were randomly collected from 99 community members using questionnaire, focus group discussions, in-depth interview and key informants. Quantitative data were analysed by descriptive statistics (frequencies and Percent). Qualitative data were analysed using content analysis. Study findings showed that the community was aware of the current investor and investor’s activities; community has negative perceptions toward STL activities. It was also admitted by the community that their expectations had not been met effectively. Furthermore, it was found out that the community has negative perception on how STL implement CSR. It was concluded that community members have negative perceptions on foreign agricultural investment, since they are not involved effectively in such activities. The study recommends that there is a need for the central government to take a number of specific measures to increase the involvement of communities in decisions over foreign agricultural investment. Also, STL should realize that many successful foreign investors work under circumstances endorsed and supported by the host community such as enhancing the technical knowledge, fair and adequate remuneration, and training for employees and should involve out-growers farmers.