Influence of Knowledge Management Capability on Internationalization Status of Public Universities in Kenya
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Purpose: The purpose of the study was to analyze the influence of knowledge management capability on internationalization status of public universities in Kenya.
Methodology: The study was conducted in 31 public chartered universities in Kenya and employed a descriptive research design. A cross-sectional survey involving both analytical and descriptive methods to address the objectives of the study was used. To analyze quantitative data, descriptive factor analysis and inferential statistics (correlation and regression) were used. To analyze quantitative data, descriptive factor analysis and inferential statistics (correlation and regression) were used.
Results: Regression results showed that knowledge management capability had a significant and positive influence on internationalization status.
Recommendations: The study further recommends that universities should utilize knowledge to enhance internationalization status through development of knowledge management policies and to encourage employees to utilize the knowledge gained on internationalization to develop new innovations and come up with new products and services. It is important for policy makers in public universities to develop robust and dedicated knowledge management capabilities. This is because knowledge management lead to growth and expansion of organizations internationally and subsequently improve the firm's performance.
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