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Section I: Information Technology Question Paper

Section I: Information Technology

Course:Doctor Of Philosophy (Ph.D)

Institution: Kabarak University question papers

Exam Year:2011

KABARAK UNIVERSITY
2011 ACADEMIC YEAR
QUALIFYING EXAMINATIONS FOR THE DEGREE OF DOCTOR
OF PHILOSOPHY CANDIDATES
GENERAL PAPER
SECTION I: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
DAY: THURSDAY DATE: 08/03/2011
TIME: 9.00 – 12.00 P.M. STREAM: PhD

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Answer all questions as comprehensively as possible
2. No notes or any other assistive materials of any kind is permitted in the exam room
3. Label each answer clearly indicating the question number
4. Start the answer to each on a new page
5. Plan your time well

QUESTION ONE
What role do models play in organizational change involving new applications of ICT in an
organization’s operations? Discuss the process of model development and deployment and the
role of ICT in this process.

QUESTION TWO
How have the so-called “electronic revolution” powered by developments in ICT, particularly
the Internet, World Wide Web, and mobile telephony changed the traditional sources of
knowledge as well as formal and informal learning within organizations? What is the case for elearning
in an organizational setting?

QUESTION THREE
Outline and compare the popularly used software development methods and models. What are
the features of agility? Describe one agile development model in detail indicating its phases and
activity flow as well as its advantages and disadvantages.

QUESTION FOUR
Describe the history of official ICT policy and strategy in Kenya including recent work to
develop the BPO industry. In your view, what are the gaps in this policy? What are the expected
benefits of developing an ICT industry in Kenya?

Section I: Information Technology Question Paper

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