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Budgetary Control, Managerial Competencies and Performance of Higher Local Governments in Eastern Uganda

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  • Gershom Atukunda
  • Johnson Atwiine
  • Benjamin Musiita
  • Aquilionus Atwine
  • Emmanuel Koruragire

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The study aimed to explore the correlation between budgetary control, managerial competencies, and the performance of higher local governments in Uganda's Eastern region. Through a cross-sectional research design, 30 higher local governments out of a population of 32 were analyzed against predictor variables. Validity and reliability tests were conducted on research instruments to ensure data quality. Findings revealed a positive and significant relationship between budgetary control and performance, as well as between managerial competencies and performance. Moreover, there was a statistically significant relationship between both budgetary control and managerial competencies on performance. Regression analysis showed that 55.9% of performance variation was explained by these factors, leaving 44.1% to other factors not considered. Recommendations include strengthening financial management processes and investing in training programs to enhance managerial skills, ultimately improving local government performance.

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  • Gershom Atukunda & Johnson Atwiine & Benjamin Musiita & Aquilionus Atwine & Emmanuel Koruragire, 2024. "Budgetary Control, Managerial Competencies and Performance of Higher Local Governments in Eastern Uganda," Journal of Economics and Behavioral Studies, AMH International, vol. 16(2), pages 56-69.
    • Handle: RePEc:rnd:arjebs:v:16:y:2024:i:2:p:56-69
    DOI: 10.22610/jebs.v16i2(J).3836
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