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The Challenges Of Strategic Planning In The Banking Industry In The 1990s., Ibi Ajayi Dec 1990

The Challenges Of Strategic Planning In The Banking Industry In The 1990s., Ibi Ajayi

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Development within the overall economy inevitably have direct impacts on the environment and regulatory framework within which banks operate. Similarly, the operational efficiency of the banks or other wise in bringing to fruition the social and economic yearnings of the state has dire impact on the society. it is the realisation of this linkage that has led some commentators to assert that the banking sector is both the hand-maid and mid-wife of the economy. what is true also is that finance is the key to investment and investment leads to growth. Furthermore, the paper discusses what is strategic planning?; Change …


Concepts, Assumptions And Scope Of Strategic Planning., Boniface Chizea Dr Dec 1990

Concepts, Assumptions And Scope Of Strategic Planning., Boniface Chizea Dr

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Strategic planning is a systematic and formalised approach to a realistic determination of the banks objectives, goals and strategies. The operatives and word here is realistic for their is no organisation without objectives. The article discusses the elaborate procedure adopted by a bank intent on introducing formalised planning. It highlighted loopholes to be avoided if the bank is to have any chance of seeing its plan implemented. Finally, the author shared the experience of United Bank for Africa (UBA), limited in strategic planning.


Banks-Customers Relations: Implications For Strategic Planning., Chris Ochonogor Dec 1990

Banks-Customers Relations: Implications For Strategic Planning., Chris Ochonogor

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The paper examines Banks-customers relations and how it will help in strategic planning. ln dealing with this subject, the paper considered three facets. The legal relationship and the impact of the public relations and marketing aspects as they effect banking and banking business, and the implication for strategic planning.


The Phenomenal Growth Of The Nigerian Banking Industry In The 1980'S And The Need For Strategic Planning In The 1990'S., Esan Ogunleye Dec 1990

The Phenomenal Growth Of The Nigerian Banking Industry In The 1980'S And The Need For Strategic Planning In The 1990'S., Esan Ogunleye

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The growth of the banking industry in Nigeria especially in the last half of the 1980's had been of considerable interest to both citizens of this country and foreigner alike. Hence, the leap in the number of licensed banks had been described as anything from remarkable to phenomenal. There has also been diverse opinion about the effect of the increasing number of banks in the system. while some regard it as a healthy development, others see it as very unsettling.


Computerisation As A Strategy For Achieving Medium/ Long Term Competitiveness In The Nigerian Banking Industry., S. K. Adebowale Dec 1990

Computerisation As A Strategy For Achieving Medium/ Long Term Competitiveness In The Nigerian Banking Industry., S. K. Adebowale

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The Banking act 1969 defined "Banking" as the business of receiving monies from outside sources as deposits irrespective of the payment of interest, and the granting of money loans and acceptable bills. The paper examines the computerisation of banking in Nigeria; Why computers are useful in banking in Nigeria. Finally the author is of the opinion that computerisation can be utilised as part of an overall bank management strategy to increase share of business and increase profitability.


The Mechanics For Evolving A Strategic Planning Culture In An Organization., O J. Oni Dr Dec 1990

The Mechanics For Evolving A Strategic Planning Culture In An Organization., O J. Oni Dr

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This paper examines the concept of planning culture in an organisation. It discusses the concept of organisational culture; the mechanics for evolving strategic planning culture; organisation structure and concludes with some suggestions for developing a culture of strategic planning. This includes: The style of planning should be participatory. lf the plan is to be meaningful and a sound basis for future action, the Planning team must include adequate representation at senior management level and its terms of reference and underlying Purpose must be known and understood throughout those parts of the organisation whose activities will be affected; the scope of …


Debt Crisis In The West African Sub-Region: Which Way Out?, M A. Uduebo Oct 1990

Debt Crisis In The West African Sub-Region: Which Way Out?, M A. Uduebo

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The resolution of the debt problem has continued to engage the attention of the international community. In reaction to the problem, many debtor countries have adopted structural adjustment programmes and various proposals have been espoused and, in some cases, implemented. Nevertheless, the debt crisis is far from being resolved. It is now patently clear that a more realistic solution to the problem is needed in the 1990s to break the debt trap. This forum graced by eminent bankers, offers another opportunity to re-examine the salient issues and proffer new ideas and suggestions on how best to address the situation. The …