| dc.description.abstract | Currently, performance institutions of higher learning are directly related to the appropriate information management practiced. The current study sought to examine the influence of information management on performance of universities in Kenya with a specific reference to Africa International University. The specific study objectives which guided the study included the following: To examine the influence of information quality on performance of Africa International University; To examine the influence of information dissemination on performance of Africa International University; To examine the influence of information security on performance of Africa International University. The study was guided by the Absorption Capacity Theory and Cognitive Fit Theory. The study adopted descriptive research design, which accommodated both qualitative and quantitative approaches. The study adopted a descriptive research design. The unit of analysis was Africa International University in Kenya, while the unit of observation (target population) was80 employees drawn from various departments. The respondents were sought through census. Structured questionnaires were the main tool to collect primary data from the targeted respondents. A pilot study was carried to test the reliability and validity of the questionnaire. The data was analyzed descriptive statistics. Results revealed that all the information management practices influenced performance of Africa International University in Kenya. The study findings established that information quality, dissemination and security influence performance of African International University. The results support the current theories related to the study. Consequently, this study provides institutions of higher learning with insights of how to improve performance through the adoption of appropriate information management practices. The study recommended that institutions of higher learning should adopt a culture of adopting appropriate information management practices (information quality, dissemination and security). This could go a long way in ensuring there is improved organizational performance in the institutions of higher learning such as universities in Kenya | en_US |
