The Department of Procurement and Logistics

The inauguration of the College of Human Resource Development (COHRED) dates back to the early 1980s,when it was just but a department of social sciences in the former Jomo Kenyatta College of Agriculture and Technology

Chair of Department

Welcome to the Department of Procurement and Logistics

Dr Anthony Karani Muriithi


Phd	Masters	Bachelors	Diploma
Supply Chain Management	Master of Science in Procurement & Logistics	Bachelor of Procurement and Contract Management
	Master of Science in Procurement & Contract Management	Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management

Dr. Doris Mbugua

Senior Lecturer

Dr. Doris V. Mbugua is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Business Administration, specializing in Marketing. She brings extensive academic training and professional expertise to her role, underpinned by a passion for advancing knowledge and nurturing future leaders in business and marketing. Dr. Mbugua has established herself as a dedicated educator, researcher, and mentor who is deeply committed to academic excellence and student development.

Education & Qualifications:

PhD in Business Administration (Marketing) – University of Nairobi

MBA – University of Nairobi

Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing – Kenya Institute of Marketing

Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing (in progress) – Chartered Institute of Marketing

Research & Teaching:
Dr. Mbugua’s teaching and research interests focus on both traditional and digital marketing, equipping students with the knowledge and practical skills required to thrive in today’s dynamic business landscape. She has successfully supervised numerous PhD and Master’s theses, fostering advanced research capacity among postgraduate students, while also providing mentorship and guidance to undergraduates. Her teaching portfolio includes:

Marketing Strategy and Practice

Digital Marketing and E-Commerce

Consumer Behaviour

Research Methodology in Marketing

Academic Contributions & Engagement:
Beyond classroom instruction, Dr. Mbugua actively contributes to curriculum development and academic program enhancement within her department. She integrates contemporary trends in digital transformation into her teaching, preparing students to navigate the evolving global marketing environment.

Vision:
Driven by a strong belief in the transformative power of education, Dr. Mbugua is committed to shaping ethical, innovative, and impact-driven marketing professionals. Through her teaching, mentorship, and research, she seeks to bridge the gap between academic theory and business practice, ultimately contributing to sustainable economic and social development.

Dr. Joyce Amuhaya

Lecturer

Dr. Joyce Amuhaya is a Lecturer in the Department of Business Administration with a strong research focus on Leadership and Governance. Her academic work explores how effective leadership and sound governance frameworks contribute to organizational excellence, societal progress, and sustainable development. She is passionate about advancing knowledge that strengthens institutions, promotes accountability, and fosters inclusive systems across both public and private sectors.

Research Interests:

Leadership and its role in organizational transformation

Governance systems and institutional performance

Organizational Development and sustainable growth

Publications:
Dr. Amuhaya has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, contributing to discourse on leadership and governance in African and global contexts. Selected works include:

Articles in the Journal of Public Policy and Governance

Articles in the Strategic Journals of Business and Change Management

Academic Contributions:

Active engagement in teaching and mentorship, guiding students in leadership and organizational studies

Commitment to integrating research insights into classroom practice to prepare future leaders

Vision:
Dr. Amuhaya is dedicated to using her scholarship and teaching to bridge theory and practice, empowering students, policymakers, and organizations to build more effective, transparent, and inclusive leadership systems.

Prof. Margaret Oloko

Associate Professor

Prof. Margaret Oloko is an Associate Professor in the School of Business and Entrepreneurship with wide-ranging expertise in Marketing, International Business, Strategic Management, Entrepreneurship, and Leadership as a Brand. Over the course of her academic career, she has distinguished herself as a respected scholar, educator, and mentor, consistently working to bridge academic research with practical applications in business and leadership.

Her research is centered on the dynamics of global markets, the complexities of strategic decision-making, and the pivotal role of entrepreneurship in driving innovation, competitiveness, and sustainable growth. She also explores how leadership branding shapes organizational identity and fosters transformative leadership practices.

Research Interests:

Marketing and Consumer Behaviour

International Business and Globalization

Strategic Management and Decision-Making

Entrepreneurship and Innovation Ecosystems

Leadership as a Brand

Publications:
Prof. Oloko has published widely in peer-reviewed journals, conference proceedings, and edited volumes, contributing to both scholarly discourse and practical knowledge in business and leadership. Her work is accessible on [Google Scholar](Google Scholar Link; Oloko Margaret), where she continues to shape conversations on emerging trends in management and entrepreneurship.

Teaching & Mentorship:
She has supervised numerous Master’s and Doctoral candidates, equipping the next generation of business leaders and researchers with the tools to navigate complex organizational challenges. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes the integration of theory with practice, ensuring students are prepared for both academic excellence and professional impact.

Vision:
Prof. Oloko is driven by a vision to advance leadership in Africa by fostering innovative, resilient, and ethical business practices. She is committed to nurturing a new generation of business leaders who can transform organizations, strengthen economies, and contribute to sustainable development across the continent and beyond.

Dr. Joyce Maina

Lecturer

Dr. Joyce Maina is a Lecturer in the Department of Business Administration with academic and professional expertise in Learning and Development, Organizational Development, and Leadership and Management. She is dedicated to advancing knowledge and practice in these fields, with a strong focus on equipping individuals and organizations with the skills and strategies needed to thrive in an increasingly dynamic and competitive global environment.

Her teaching approach emphasizes applied learning, integrating real-world case studies and organizational challenges into classroom discussions. Through this, she ensures her students develop not only theoretical understanding but also practical problem-solving capabilities.

Research Interests:

Learning and Development as a driver of individual and organizational performance

Organizational Development and change management strategies

Leadership and Management practices that promote innovation and sustainability

Academic Contributions:
Dr. Maina is actively involved in mentoring students and guiding them in research projects that address contemporary business and management challenges. She places particular emphasis on preparing students to become leaders who are adaptable, ethical, and visionary.

Publications:
Her scholarly work contributes to ongoing conversations on leadership and organizational development. Explore her research contributions on [Google Scholar](Google Scholar link: Rebeccah Ann Wambui Maina).

Vision:
Dr. Maina is committed to building resilient organizations and inspiring future leaders who can respond to complex challenges with creativity and foresight. Through her teaching, mentorship, and research, she aims to empower individuals and institutions to embrace growth, innovation, and sustainable impact.