Abstract: Over the last few years, the banking industry has witnessed numerous changes, some of which were triggered by the financial crises, regulation by governments and the demand to digitalize. Similar to other organizations, Commercial Banks face challenges in their attempt to renew their business models and sustain their future growth. The aim of the study was to establish the effect of turnround strategies on organizational renewal; evidence from selected commercial banks in Kigali, Rwanda. The study adopted a cross sectional research design. Respondents in three commercial banks; Equity Bank, ECOBANK and KCB were selected to participate in the study. Regression coefficients were calculated for testing hypotheses. Results of the study show that there is a statistical positive significant effect of turnround strategies on organizational renewal. Therefore, to remain competitive, banks should constantly review their cost structure, redeploy/divest idle assets and most importantly, establish new portfolios for profit generation. Such initiatives should be done in-line with the bank’s strategic plan/agenda.

Received May 10, 2020; Revised June 23, 2020; Accepted July 21, 2020

Abstract: Distance learners form a distinct population that often brings a rich personal and employment experiences to the classroom. These learners struggle to support multiplicity of roles and responsibilities above and beyond those of regular learners, and can require significant adjustments in relation to their learning styles, needs, and abilities. In the 21st century, the realization, perception and delivery of distance learning has changed considerably. The purpose of this study was to examine whether instructional technology as a mode of learning was an asset or a liability to the distant learners and their instructors. Concurrent mixed methods design was used. Purposively, the study selected the respondents, questionnaires were used to gather quantitative data and interview guides to gather qualitative data. The questionnaire for this study was meant to gather data on the implication of instructional technology on distance learners and their instructors. The study was guided by the following issues: The gender of the instructors, the satisfaction level of the instructors in using technology as a medium of instruction for distant learners, the highest academic level of the distant learners and the satisfaction level of the learners in using technology as a media of instruction in learning. The study found that Majority of the instructors were male, Instructional technology as media of instruction was an asset to majority of the distance learners and their instructors, however, majority of the learners were of bachelors’ level while minority were at masters level. As a result, the study recommends the University to in-service and motivate all its instructors and distant learners to impress technology for better delivery.