Abstract: This study investigated the effect of budgeting practices on the performance of the Amahoro National Stadium renovation project in Rwanda. Employing a descriptive research design, data were collected from 124 employees involved in financial resource management, project planning, and execution, drawn from a target sample of 136 respondents, yielding a 91.1% response rate. The demographic profile comprised 61% male and 39% female respondents, with the majority aged 26–35 years (41%), holding bachelor’s degrees (51%), and possessing 1–3 years of professional experience (40%), ensuring diverse perspectives on budgeting practices and project performance. Correlation and regression analyses examined the relationship between budgeting practices and project performance, revealing a very strong positive correlation (r = 0.994, p < 0.01). Regression analysis demonstrated that budgeting practices accounted for 98.9% of the variance in project performance (R² = 0.989, F = 10,528.783, p < 0.001), with a regression coefficient of β = 0.994 (t = 102.61, p < 0.001). The study concluded that effective budgeting practices including accurate cost estimation, clear budget communication, timely adjustments, and contingency planning significantly enhance project performance across timeliness, cost adherence, and quality outcomes. These findings offer valuable insights for construction project managers and stakeholders seeking to strengthen project delivery through sound financial planning and robust budgetary control mechanisms in large-scale infrastructure developments. The study recommends strengthening cost estimation accuracy, institutionalizing regular budget reviews, enhancing financial forecasting capabilities, expanding contingency planning provisions, and integrating budgeting with working capital management and financial reporting systems.

Abstract: The study assessed the impact of financial resource management constraints on the implementation of Competency-Based Education (CBE) in public junior schools in Baringo County, Kenya. The shift to CBE in Kenya demanded effective financial planning, budgeting, and resource allocation to sustain learner-centered approaches. However, schools in rural and resource-limited contexts such as Baringo County experienced challenges that hindered smooth implementation. The study adopted a descriptive research design guided by positivist philosophy, targeting 1,739 respondents, including head teachers, junior school teachers, and sub-county directors. A sample of 317 respondents was selected using stratified random sampling. Data were collected through structured questionnaires and semi-structured interviews, and analyzed using both descriptive and inferential statistics, complemented by thematic analysis for qualitative data. The findings revealed that inadequate financial planning, delayed fund disbursement, weak accountability systems, and poor budget prioritization significantly affected the provision of instructional materials, teacher training, and infrastructural development required for CBE. Regression analysis indicated a strong relationship between financial resource management practices and effective curriculum implementation. The study concluded that strengthening financial management capacity and timely funding are essential for successful CBE implementation. It recommended enhanced budgetary oversight, capacity building for school managers, and strategic government support to ensure sustainable financing of CBE reforms.

Abstract: The general objective of this study is to assess the effect of project resource management practices on the performance of Rice Meal project in Rusizi District. The population of the study was 346. A sample size of 186 was calculated using Slovin’s formula. Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) 25 was employed to analyze collected data, applying descriptive, correlation and regression analysis. Specifically, a unit increase in human resource management results in a 0.277 increase in project performance (B = 0.277, t = 6.442, p = 0.000), confirming its significance. Similarly, a unit increase in financial resource management leads to a 0.245 increase in project performance (B = 0.245, t = 6.622, p = 0.000). A unit increase in material resource management contributes to a 0.362 increase in project performance (B = 0.362, t = 9.282, p = 0.000), indicating the highest effect among the variables. Lastly, a unit increase in technology resource management results in a 0.206 increase in project performance (B = 0.206, t = 4.478, p = 0.000), confirming its significant role in enhancing project outcomes. The study recommended that project managers focus on enhancing human resource management, financial oversight, material procurement, and technology utilization to improve the performance of Rice Meal Project.