http://repository.mocu.ac.tz/xmlui/handle/123456789/8 2026-05-19T07:09:47Z 2026-05-19T07:09:47Z Kifaru, Frowin R. Kavuta, Karisha D. Semlambo, Adam A. http://repository.mocu.ac.tz/xmlui/handle/123456789/2142 2026-05-19T05:41:50Z 2023-01-01T00:00:00Z

Assessment of the impacts of cyber security on student information management systems Kifaru, Frowin R.; Kavuta, Karisha D.; Semlambo, Adam A. The pervasive use of technology in education has posed a security challenge that could jeopardise student data and educational institutions' reputations, necessitating a thorough investigation. This study explores the impact of cybersecurity on Ruaha Catholic University's Student Information Management System. The research mainly employed a quantitative approach, with data collected through questionnaires administered to a diverse sample of 374 individuals, encompassing students and staff. In addition, a qualitative method was used to acquire data on the organisation's readiness to prevent cybersecurity threats from key informants, including system administrators and top management personnel. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) software analysed the quantitative data using descriptive analysis. The study's results underscore the pressing need to develop effective cybersecurity mechanisms in the education sector, specifically focusing on enhancing the security of Ruaha Catholic University's Student Information Management System. The study recommends formulating and implementing robust cybersecurity strategies to safeguard student information, fortify system resilience, and bolster the institution's overall cybersecurity posture.

2023-01-01T00:00:00Z Mpare, F.M Mohammed, M.M. Shayo, H.J. http://repository.mocu.ac.tz/xmlui/handle/123456789/2086 2026-03-06T09:31:18Z 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z

Online Learning Experiences and Adjustment Strategies D uring COVID 19: Mpare, F.M; Mohammed, M.M.; Shayo, H.J. The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted traditional education systems worldwide, necessitating institutions to adopt innovative teaching and learning modalities. While maintaining the learning programs amid the unpredictable plague, students, on the other hand, had to familiarize themselves with the introduced modality to match their institution’s demands. The cognitive constructivist learning theory, with an integration with Maslow’s theoretical framework, facilitated the examination of online learning experiences of postgraduate international students. Furthermore, they help,explain how these experiences have shaped students' perceptions in both their academic and personal lives, as well as their adaptation experiences during the transition back to a traditional learning modality. This research examined how learners adapted to changing learning approaches during the pandemic. Using a qualitative case study design, the study interviewed sixteen participants, including international students who experienced both online and in-person classes. It is intended to gain an understanding of their experiences with different learning modes. Findings suggested that students generally perceived in-person classes as more effective. The study’s insights can help educators and policymakers refine their teaching methods to better meet student needs, particularly when transitions between learning formats are required. Research Article

2025-01-01T00:00:00Z Katwale, Samwel Fujo, Mwapashua http://repository.mocu.ac.tz/xmlui/handle/123456789/2082 2026-03-06T09:17:31Z 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z

Enhancing Alumni Interaction and Progress Tracking through Innovative Web-Mobile Solutions Katwale, Samwel; Fujo, Mwapashua This study presents the design, development, and evaluation of a web-mobile alumni engagement platform for Moshi Co-operative University (MoCU). Recognising the critical role of alumni in supporting institutional growth and fostering lifelong academic relationships, the research aimed to create an inclusive, user-centred digital solution to enhance interaction, track alumni progress, and improve institutional communication. A mixed-methods approach was employed, involving a pre-implementation questionnaire to gather requirements from 100 purposively selected alumni and post implementation surveys to assess usability, adoption, and satisfaction. System development followed a User-Centred Design (UCD) framework integrated with iterative prototyping and stakeholder feedback loops. The platform featured tools such as alumni directories, job boards, mentorship channels, and event alerts, deployed on mobile and web channels to maximise accessibility. Results indicated strong platform adoption (75% frequent usage), high satisfaction (over 70% satisfied), and alignment between pre-identified alumni needs and implemented features. The system demonstrates the potential for ICT solutions to bridge alumni-institution gaps, especially in resource constrained contexts. The study concludes with recommendations for sustainable engagement, scalability, and continuous system evaluation.

2025-01-01T00:00:00Z Mkilia, Emmanuel L. Kaleshu, Jones Sife, Alfred S. http://repository.mocu.ac.tz/xmlui/handle/123456789/2081 2026-03-06T09:16:19Z 2025-01-01T00:00:00Z

Customers' perceptions on banks' cybersecurity and their use of mobile banking services in Tanzania Mkilia, Emmanuel L.; Kaleshu, Jones; Sife, Alfred S. In this contemporary era, mobile banking services enable customers to organise and accomplish cashless financial transactions using mobile devices. However, the general state of banks' cybersecurity systems significantly impacts the usage of banking services offered through mobile networks among customers. The analysis was performed to assess how customers perceive the cybersecurity systems of banks and their association with mobile banking usage. By adopting a cross-sectional research design under the guidance of the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT), the Partial least squares structural equation modelling (PLS-SEM) analysis reveals that banks' cybersecurity systems' performance expectancy had a significant positive impact on the use of mobile banking services. Further, banks' cybersecurity systems' effort expectancy, significant others' comments and facilitating conditions significantly and positively influence bank customers to use mobile banking. Aligning with these findings, banks and financial institutions should prioritise and strengthen cybersecurity systems and simplify mobile banking processes for enhanced mobile banking adoption and usage among bank customers.

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