Education Background
| Level | Qualification Name | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masters | Master of Science in Entrepreneurship | Jomo Kenyatta University of Science and Technology | 2016 |
| Bachelors | Bachelor of Science in Entrepreneurship. | Karatina University | 2013 |
| Diploma | Higher National Diploma in Entrepreneurship (KNEC) | Nyeri National Polytechnic | 2007 |
| Diploma | Diploma in Technical Education | Kenya Technical Teachers College | 1998 |
| Certificate | Mechanical Engineering Technician I, II&III Certificates | National Youth Service Engineering Institute | 1995 |
Academic Appointments/ Related Experience
| Period | Institution | Position |
|---|---|---|
| 07/2019 – To date | Tharaka University | Assistant Lecturer |
| 09/2019 – To date | Tharaka University | Industrial Attachment Coordinator, Department of Business Administration |
| 10/2004 6/2019 | Nyeri National Polytechnic | Lecturer |
Curriculum Review and Development
| Developed Bachelor of Accounting and Finance |
| Developed Bachelor Insurance and Marketing |
| Developed Bachelor of Human Resource Management |
| Developed Bachelor Project Planning and Management |
| Reviewed Bachelor of Commerce |
Research Publications
| Research Title | Online Link | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Njiru Francis Muchira, “Effect of Human Resource Management Competence Practices on Sustainability of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kenya” The Strategic Journal of Business and Change Management, Kenya (Volume 10, Issue 3, 2023, pp367-385). https://strategicjournals.com | View Online | 2023 |
| Njiru Francis Muchira, “Effect of Marketing Competence Practices on Sustainability of Small and Medium” Strategic Journal of Business and Change Management, Kenya, (Vol 9, Issue 2, 2022, pp1368-1387). https://strategicjournals.com | View Online | 2022 |
| Njiru Francis Muchira, “Effect of Financial Management Competence Practices on Sustainability of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kenya (Vol 7, Issue 1, Article 057) https://strategicjournals.com | View Online | |
| Njiru Francis Muchira, “Effect of Business Planning Competence Practices on Sustainability of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kenya (Vol 3, Issue 3, Number 11). https://strategicjournals.com | VIEW ONLINE |
Research Conferences/Proceedings
| Research Conference | Paper Presented |
|---|---|
| November, 2021: 3rd Annual International Research Conference (Tharaka University) | Njiru Francis Muchira, “Effect of Financial Management Competence Practices on Sustainability of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kenya (Vol 7, Issue 1, Article 057) https://strategicjournals.com |
| November, 2020: 2nd International Research E-Conference (Tharaka University) | Njiru Francis Muchira, “Effect of Business Planning Competence Practices on Sustainability of Small and Medium Enterprises in Kenya (Vol 3, Issue 3, Number 11). https://strategicjournals.com |
Training/Workshops
| Research Title |
|---|
| ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System and ISO/IEC 27001:2012 Awareness |
| Pedagogy TrainingMac |
| Customer Service |
| Road and Safety Mainstreaming |
| ODEL ICT Training |
| WRITING FUNDABLE PROPOSALS |
| ALCOHOL AND DRUG TRAINING |
| Gender Mainstreaming |
| Mental Health and wellness |
| Workplace Based Prevention Interventions Training (NACADA) |
Professional Memberships
| 6/2022 – To date: Member, Association of Practising and Professional Entrepreneurs of Kenya (APPEK) |