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Department of Business Studies

Become the next business leader or entrepreneur! Our programs cover accounting, management, marketing, and more—preparing you for rewarding careers in the dynamic world of business.

KNEC Business Courses

Course Entry Requirement Duration Examining Body
Artisan in Storekeeping KCPE or KCSE D- (Minus) 1 Year KNEC
Craft Certificate in Business Management KCSE D (Plain) or Pass in Artisan 2 Years (2 modules) KNEC
Diploma in Business Management KCSE C- (Minus) or Pass in Craft Certificate 3 Years (3 modules, industrial attachment included) KNEC
Diploma in Supply Chain Management KCSE C- (Minus) or Pass in Craft Certificate 3 Years KNEC
Diploma in Human Resource Management KCSE C- (Minus) or Pass in Craft Certificate 3 Years KNEC
Diploma in Accountancy KCSE C- (Minus) or Pass in Craft Certificate 3 Years KNEC

TVET CBET Modular Programs

Level Course Name Entry Requirement Duration Award
Level 4 Artisan Certificate in Business Support KCPE or KCSE D- (Minus) 1 Year CBET/TVET CDACC
Level 5 Craft Certificate in Business Management KCSE D (Plain) or Pass in Level 4 1 Year/Module CBET/TVET CDACC
Level 6 Diploma in Business Management KCSE C- (Minus) or Pass in Level 5 1 Year/Module (typically 2-3 years overall) CBET/TVET CDACC
Level 7 Higher Diploma in Business Management Diploma/Level 6 or Equivalent 1-2 Years CBET/TVET CDACC

NITA Certified Business Trade Tests

Trade/Area Grades/Level Entry Requirement Duration Examining Body
Storekeeping Grade III, II, I Open to all (Basic literacy recommended) 3-6 Months/Grade NITA
Business Support Services Certificate Open to all 2-3 Months NITA
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