This article contains a list of all the top schools in Kenya for 2020.
Most individuals both educated and uneducated are setting up businesses. On a daily basis, the business world is getting tougher and more competitive. Sometimes, I’m left to wonder what the world’s economy would have been like without business ideas.
Entrepreneurship has taken a new shape. People are quitting white-collar jobs to set up businesses while those already in business are working hard for expansion. When it comes to business, Africans seem to be at the forefront. There are many business opportunities in Africa which have constantly been attracting foreign investors, thereby making Africa a business hub.
With the daily competition in the business world, people no longer rely on little business knowledge they have and in order to nurture and gain more professional knowledge in business, thousands of business schools have evolved in various parts of the world, leaving entrepreneurs with numerous options to go for.
A business school is a university-level institution that confers degrees in business administration or management. According to Kaplan, business schools are “educational institutions that teach courses and programs related to business and management. It can also be known as a school of management, school of business administration, etc.
A business school teaches topics such as accounting, administration, strategy, economics, entrepreneurship, finance, human resource management, management science, management information systems, international business, logistics, marketing, organizational psychology, organizational behaviour, public relations, research methods and real estate. This article contains information on the top business schools in Kenya.
One of the popular advanced degrees in Kenya is the Masters of Business Administration, also known as MBA. It is in such a high demand that fresh graduates are pursuing the course a few months after completing their studies. The course can be undertaken by anyone with an undergraduate degree.
Universities have also taken note of the demand and almost all are now offering the programme but in this article, we will not be dwelling on universities doing the course but rather, business schools.
Below are top business schools in Kenya:
1. UNIVERSITY OF NAIROBI SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Apart from the University of Nairobi being the best in Kenya, the institution is also home to the best business school in the country. Ranked 4th in Africa. It was established in 1964, the school offers Bachelor of Commerce degree, MBA degree, PhD in Business Administration programs. Its major departments are finance and accounting, Business Administration and Management Science. One interesting thing about UON is that you can apply and study online. Application is always open in April of every year.
The application form is usually accompanied by a nonrefundable processing fee.
2. UNITED STATES INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
This is the 5th best business university in Africa. Being the oldest private university in East Africa, it provides abroad based education. USIU School of Business has a range of undergraduate programs, graduate programs, CEED certificate programs, and Goldman Sachs Program.
Undergraduate programs offered include: Bachelor of Science in International Business Administration; Bachelor of Science in Information Systems &Technology; Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management; Bachelor of Science in Business Administration; Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management; Bachelor of Science in Accounting.
Graduate Programs offered include the Global Executive Master of Business Administration (GEMba); Executive Master of Science in Organizational Development (EMOD); MBA.
3. KCA UNIVERSITY
It offers a global approach to business education and research while focusing on local perspectives and expertise. KCA University has built a reputation as a comprehensive business university that uses innovation to enhance learning. The college was established in 1989 as a college of accountancy and later renamed as KCA University.
The Faculty of commerce at KCA university offers the postgraduate and undergraduate programmes in business and management such as the MSC in Commerce; MBA Corporate Management; Bachelor of Commerce; Diploma in Business Management; Diploma in Business Management for Professionals(DBMP).
4. STRATHMORE BUSINESS SCHOOL
The School provides its participants with a world-class learning environment. SBS faculty combine high academic standards and industry standards with an industry perspective. It offers a world-class MBA and other postgraduate programs for experienced managers who wish to broaden their knowledge and expertise without interrupting their careers.
It was started in 2005 through a partnership between Strathmore University and IESE Business School.
5. CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF EASTERN AFRICA FACULTY OF COMMERCE
The faculty was started in 1991 as a course in the faculty of art and science but was later inaugurated in 2002. The faculty equips learners with modern business managerial skills that are necessary to solve organisational and monetary problems. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in business.
6. KENYA INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT
KIM is committed to promoting excellence and integrity in the practise of management. Established in 1954, the school is among the oldest colleges offering management training in Kenya. It was created as a Kenyan local chapter of the British Institute of Management, currently the Chartered Institute of Management of London and Wales.
The Kenya Institute of Management is a membership-based not-for-profit organisation. Membership is open to both individual and corporate members.
7. KENYA SCHOOL OF MONETARY STUDIES
Established in 1997, the Kenya School of Monetary Studies is aimed at improving professionalism in business thus ensuring quality banking practices. Kenya School of Monetary Studies is controlled by the Central Bank of Kenya. It trains high calibre economists, bankers and financial experts. KSMS collaborates with Moi and Jomo Kenyatta universities to offer masters in business.
8. NAIROBI INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS STUDIES-NIBS
The private institution offers a variety of courses in business. The business courses enhance professionalism in her students. It offers diploma and an advanced diploma in business. Established in 1999, NIBS targets K.C.S.E Holders, university graduates and employees who intend to improve their professional skills.
9. MOI UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS
The School of Business and Management offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate academic programs such as the Executive Master of Business Administration (MBA); Master of Philosophy (Economics); Master of Philosophy (Agricultural Resource Economics and Management); Master of Business Management (MBM); etc.
10. KENYATTA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
Kenyatta University is the second-ranked university in Kenya. Its Business School offers diploma, Degree, Masters and PhD programs. Currently at KU, one can enrol for a course in Programmes such as Bachelor of Commerce with areas of specialization in Accounting, Finance, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Management Science, Actuarial Science, Procurement and Supply Chain Management. It was so established in 1997.
11. INSTITUTE OF ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
IAT is regionally renowned for its leading ICT and Business Administration programs. The institute carries the international approval stamp by many accrediting bodies such as Microsoft Corporation and European Business Competence License to provide training and certification in the region.
Graduates from the institution are known for their excellent qualifications and training in the job market.
SPECIAL FEATURES OF IAT
- A SYSTEMATIC CURRICULUM TO ACQUIRE LITERACY AND SKILLS IN TECHNOLOGY MANAGEMENT
- The schools curriculum allows knowledge of technology management to be acquired systematically. In addition to developing technology management literacy in areas such as planning of new businesses, strategy formulation, organization design and standardization management, versatile abilities such as logical thinking and communication skills are polished. Through lectures by lecturers from inside and outside the university, understanding of the front line of advanced technology development as well as the front line business management and policy trends is inevitable.
- DESIGN AND SELECT A FLEXIBLE CURRICULUM
- In IAT, each student can design their own curriculum according to their own interests, background knowledge, and study purpose under the guidance of the faculty.
- TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION MANAGEMENT RESEARCH SEMINARS
- Research Seminars are held regularly by each laboratory. Active discussions in small groups based on each individual’s awareness of technology management issues make these sessions productive and highly expository. In addition, the participation of working adult students with various backgrounds and experiences make these seminars interactive and intellectually stimulating.
- DUAL DEGREE PROGRAM (PhD×MOT)
- This is a program that allows students who belong to Tokyo Tech’s Doctoral Program to acquire both a doctoral degree and a professional master’s degree in Technology Management. By providing the opportunity to gain expert knowledge in technology management while carrying out investigations in science and technology, the dual degree program aims to foster leaders of innovation who can create new social and economic values based on new scientific discoveries and technological inventions. Selection is through an oral examination.
- PRACTICAL TRAINING THROUGH PROJECT REPORTS
- In order to cultivate comprehensive strength for practising technology management, the Professional Master’s Degree Program incorporates practical exercises within its curriculum. In these exercises, students conduct research activities that go beyond simple academic research and document their findings as project reports. Students apply theories, methodologies learned from coursework and experience they each possess from practical work in order to carry out projects under the guidance of academic supervisors. This might just be a good option as business success now depends more on technological advancement. The world has gone techy.
In conclusion, every business school has regulations guiding them, so also is the financial involvement. It is important to carry out proper research on any of the business schools you may wish to enrol in. I hope you find this article useful.
