Business Department
Courses
The Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) qualification exists to enhance the competences and knowledge of HR professionals. The examinations are aimed at assessing the HR body of knowledge, practical skills and required attitudes for effective delivery of human resource management services to stakeholders in both public and private sectors.
a) Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) mean grade C+ and above
b) A Diploma in Human Resource management from a recognized examining body
c) A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized University
d) Equivalent qualifications as determined by Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)
CHRP Part I
Section 1
- RCHRP 01 : Human Resource Management
- RCHRP 02 : Business Law
- RCHRP 03 : Accounting and Financial Management
Section 2
- RCHRP 04 : Organizational Theory and Behaviour
- RCHRP 05 : Employee Resourcing
- RCHRP 06 : Management Information Systems
CHRP Part II
Section 3
- RCHRP 07 : Compensation & Reward Management
- RCHRP 08 : Employee Relations & Labour Laws
- RCHRP 09 : Human Resource Development
Section 4
- RCHRP 10 :Performance Management and productivity
- RCHRP 11 :Coaching, Mentoring and Counseling
- RCHRP 12 :Research Methods for HR Practitioners
CHRP Part III
Section 5
- RCHRP 13:Organizational Development and Transformation
- RCHRP 14 :Strategic Management for HR Practitioners
- RCHRP 15 :HR Accounting, Metrics and Analytics
Section 6
- RCHRP 16 Human Resource Consultancy and Advisory
- RCHRP 17 Human Resource Audit
- RCHRP 18 Strategic Leadership, Ethics & Governance
- RCHRP 19 Industry-based Project Important
Note: HRMPEB may give exemptions to holders of Degrees, Diplomas and certificates from recognized universities, examination bodies and other recognized institutions. Award of CHRP exemptions shall be limited to NOT more than 49% of the course. Subjects in CHRP Part III are compulsory. Applicants shall qualify up to a maximum of three (3) exemptions in CHRP Part II. Such exemptions shall be granted on paper by paper basis to applicants who meet the set criteria.
In January and June
- CIPS courses are recognised globally as driving leading edge thinking and professionalism across the procurement and supply chain management industry.
- Each qualification has been developed by CIPS after working closely with industry partners to ensure they reflect current, emerging and best practice in procurement and supply chain management.
CIPS provides a wide range of services for the benefit of members and the wider business community to support professional development and to help organizations achieve all-round excellence in procurement. The CIPS Diploma in Purchasing and Supply is a high level qualification accredited by the Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulator (Ofqual) in the UK and appears on the Register of Regulated Qualifications. - CIPS is the world’s largest professional body serving procurement and supply; a not-for profit organisation that exists for the public. It has the largest membership of procurement and supply professionals in the world, covering all industries, sectors and job activities and a global community of over 200,000 in 160 countries.
CIPS QUALIFICATIONS
Throughout the world CIPS qualifications are recognised as the drivers of leading-edge thinking and professionalism in procurement and supply. You can study CIPS qualifications at either Certificate, Advanced Certificate, Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Professional Diploma level.
Diploma Level
- A minimum of at least two A-levels (or international equivalent) or a CIPS Level 3 Advanced Certificate qualification is required.
- An advanced certificate, other relevant reputable qualification or University degree or 2 years working experience.
Note: Exemptions are issued on application to, and at the discretion of the CIPS-UK.
Level 4 Diploma in Procurement and Supply
Objective Response (OR) exam:
L4M2 – Defining Business Need
L4M3 – Commercial Contracting
L4M4 – Ethical and Responsible Sourcing
L4M5 – Commercial Negotiation
L4M6 – Supplier Relationships
L4M7 – Whole Life Asset Management
Constructed Response (CR) exam
L4M1 – Scope and Influence of Procurement and Supply
L4M8 – Procurement and Supply Practice
Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply
Objective Response (OR) exam
L5M2 – Managing Supply Chain Risk –Core
L5M3 – Managing Contractual Risk-Core
L5M5 – Managing Ethical Procurement and Supply –Core
L5M6 – Category Management –Elective
L5M7 – Achieving Competitive Advantage through the Supply Chain –Elective
L5M8 – Project and Change Management –Elective
L5M9 – Operations Management –Elective
L5M10 – Logistics Management –Elective
L5M15 – Advanced Negotiation –Elective
Constructed Response (CR) exam
L5M1 – Managing Teams and Individuals-Core
L5M4 – Advanced Contract Financial Management –Core
Level 6 Professional Diploma in Procurement and Supply
Objective Response (OR) exam
L6M5 – Strategic Programme Leadership –Core
L6M7 – Commercial Data Management –Elective
L6M8 – Innovation in Procurement and Supply –Elective
L6M9 – Supply Network Design –Elective
L6M10 – Global Logistics Strategy – Elective
Constructed Response (CR) exam
L6M1 – Strategic Ethical Leadership – Elective
L6M2 – Global Commercial Strategy – Core
L6M3 – Global Strategic Supply Chain Management – Core
L6M4 – Future Strategic Challenges for the Profession – Core
New intakes in the months of January and July every year
Examination Session
- July session
- November session
ABE’s Business Management programme is a very comprehensive and detailed program and covers all the knowledge and skills required in today’s modern business practice. The programme is ideal and designed for those who aspire to remain competitive in this dynamic business environment by staying relevant at all times. It provides students with an appreciation of the theoretical issues, business principles and applications involved in the study of business whilst also helping to develop a range of practical skills which enhance their value to employers globally. Business Management programme provides a professional qualification required to excel in many different career paths in business fields, now and in the future.
ABE Business Management Brochure (1937 downloads )LEVEL 4: FOUNDATION DIPLOMA in Business Management
Programme Duration: 6 Months
COURSE STRUCTURE
Four mandatory units
Dynamic Business Environments
Enterprising Organizations
Employability and Self-development
Finance for Managers
LEVEL 4: DIPLOMA in Business Management
Programme Duration: 6 Months
COURSE STRUCTURE
Four mandatory units
Introduction to Entrepreneurship
Introduction to Quantitative Methods
Project Management
Dynamic & Collaborative Teams
LEVEL 5: DIPLOMA in Business Management
Programme Duration: 6 Months
COURSE STRUCTURE
Four mandatory units
Managing Agile organization’s & People
Innovation & Business Performance
Effective Financial Management
International Business Economics & Markets
Plus two additional optional units
Operations Management
Analytical Decision-making✓
Managing Stakeholder Relationships✓
This is a Diploma in Business program that is developed and standardized by the Edexcel Company, UK. The main focus of the course is on vocational skills. It is designed to equip a student with the knowledge, understanding and skills required for success in current and future employment or for progression to an undergraduate degree.
BTEC BUSINESS FOUNDATION DIPLOMA
Entry requirement:
IGCSE O-Levels
KCSE below
Level 2 programme of learning with GCSEs
Appropriate level of English Language
Duration: 1 Year
BTEC BUSINESS HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATE
Entry requirement
18 years of age with GCE
A-Level or other equivalent qualifications
Level 3 (Business Foundation) or equivalent qualifications
BTEC Business Level 3 Extended Diploma
Mature students with related work experience
Appropriate level of English Language
Duration: 1 Year
BTEC BUSINESS HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA
Entry requirement:
Level 4 (Higher National Diploma)
Duration: 1 Year
BTEC FOUNDATION (90 Credits; 9 Units; Duration: 1 Year)
Year 1 Semester 1
Business Finance
Exploring Business
Sales Techniques and Processes
Human Resources
Year 1 Semester 2
Managing an Event
Business Ethics
Research and Plan a Marketing Campaign
Business Decision Making
Cost and Management Accounting
BTEC HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (120 Credits, 8 Units; Duration: 1 Year)
Year 1 Semester 1
Business and Business Environment
Marketing Processes and Planning
Operation Management
Accounting Principles
Year 1 Semester 2
Leadership and Management
Human Resource Management
Managing a Successful Business Project
Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
BTEC HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA (120 Credits; 7 Units; Duration: 1 Year)
Year 2 Semester 2
Research Project 2
Tapping into New & International Markets
Customer Value Management
Developing Individual, Teams and Organisations
Year 2 Semester 3
Research Project 1
Statistics for Management
Organisation Behaviour
Business Strategy
New intakes:
New intakes in the months of January , July and September every year
ABE Level 2 Award in Employability Skills
Entry requirement: 16 years of age and above
Appropriate level of English Language skills
Duration: 2 months
ABE Level 2 Award in Setting up Own Business
Entry requirement: 16 years of age and above
Appropriate level of English Language skills
Duration: 2 months
ABE Level 3 Award in Digital Marketing Essentials for Small Businesses
Entry requirement: 16 years of age and above
Appropriate level of English Language skills
Duration: 3 months
About University of Hertfordshire
The University of Hertfordshire brings the transformational impact of higher education to all. Its students, staff and businesses consistently reach their full potential. Through 550 degree programmes, cutting-edge research projects and powerful business partnerships, they think bigger, stand out and positively impact local, national and international communities.
With its heritage in Britain’s pioneering aeronautical industry, the University has been an innovative force in education since the early 1950s. Today, it hosts a thriving community of more than 25,000 students who study 300 flexible degree options at a vibrant, inclusive, campus-based institution. The University’s strong relationships with industry and award-winning careers services ensure students gain the knowledge and skills they need to match their ambition and succeed.
Academics are experts in their field, and many are focused on researching solutions to the Grand Challenges of our time. From developing a humanoid robot that can support children with autism, to using a pioneering laser facility to deliver critical insights into climate change, staff drive forward and deliver cutting-edge research.
The University of Hertfordshire has been an anchor institution for the regional economy and community since its beginning. Through its all-campus incubator ethos and status as an Enterprise Zone, the University gives hundreds of local businesses the support and facilities they need to learn and grow each year.
Globally, the University partners with institutions in countries all over the world, as well as welcoming 4,000 students from over 100 countries to its campus in the UK. Home students are also encouraged to take the opportunity to experience studying abroad at one of over 170 Universities worldwide.
At the University of Hertfordshire students, staff and businesses consistently reach their full potential. They continue to think bigger, stand out and positively impact local, national and international communities.
Oshwal College is fully accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE) to offer the BA (Hons) Business Administration Programme in collaboration with the University of Hertfordshire, UK. The University of Hertfordshire is one of the most respected universities in the UK.
The Programme imparts a thorough understanding of business and management practices at local, national and international levels. It has a variety of modules which ensure a creative mix of academic study, skills development and practical training.
For more information visit: www.herts.ac.uk
BA(Hons) Business Administration Programme - UK Bronchure (1893 downloads )The programme structure and progression information is provided for the Honours award. The Programme Learning Outcomes are developed and assessed through the constituent modules.
Level 4 (Year 1)
Students are required to complete eight (8) modules (each worth 15 credits in total) in order to progress to level 5. The modules are spread over semesters A, B and C.
| Module Title | Module code | Compulsory/Optional | Credit | Semester |
| The Business Professional (Part 1) | 4WBS002915 | Compulsory | 15 | A |
| The Business Professional (Part 2) | 4WBS003015 | Compulsory | 15 | A |
| Accounting for Managers | 4WBS004115 | Compulsory | 15 | A |
| Principles of Marketing | 4WBS002715 | Compulsory | 15 | B |
| Quantitative Methods for Business & Management | 4WBS002815 | Compulsory | 15 | C |
| Global Business Environment | 4WBS003915 | Compulsory | 15 | B |
| Economics for Business | 4WBS002415 | Compulsory | 15 | B |
| People and Organisations | 4WBS003515 | Optional | 15 | C |
Level 5 (Year 2)
Students are required to complete eight (8) modules (each worth 15 credits in total) in order to progress to level 6. The modules are spread over semesters A, B and C.
| Module Title | Module code | Compulsory/Optional | Credits | Semester |
| Principles of Operations Management | 5WBS003015 | Compulsory | 15 | A |
| Enterprise | 5WBS003815 | Compulsory | 15 | C |
| Enhancing Employability | 5WBS004015 | Compulsory | 15 | B |
| Exploring Business Ethics | 5WBS002815 | Compulsory | 15 | A, C |
| Project Planning and Control | 5WBS003115 | Compulsory | 15 | B |
| Cross Cultural Management | 5WBS002515 | Compulsory | 15 | B |
| Analysing Financial Statements | 5WBS003615 | Compulsory | 15 | A, C |
|
Marketing Planning |
5WBS002915 | Compulsory | 15 | A |
Level 6 (Year 3)
Students are required to complete eight (8) modules (each worth 15 credits in total) in order to graduate with an honours degree. The modules are spread over semesters A, B and C.
| Module Title | Module code | Compulsory/Optional | Credit | Semester |
| Business Strategy | 6WBS000915 | Compulsory | 15 | A |
|
Business and Commercial Awareness |
6WBS002115 | Compulsory | 15 | A |
| Global Marketing, Ethics and Culture | 6WBS003215 | Compulsory | 15 | A |
| International Human Resource Management | 6WBS001515 | Compulsory | 15 | B |
| Leadership and Organisations | 6WBS001715 | Compulsory | 15 | B |
| Issues in the Global Economy | 6WBS003415 | Compulsory | 15 | B |
| Digital Economy | 6WBS003615 | Compulsory | 15 | C |
|
Contemporary Issues in Business and Management |
6WBS001115 | Compulsory | 15 | C |
For more information, kindly click the link below:- https://www.herts.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/business-administration-online-ba-honours
Assessment
All the modules in programme are assessed by coursework which entails online tests and assignments. This mode of assessment allows students to apply the knowledge learned during a course of study while identifying and filling in the gaps by doing independent research on certain themes. The coursework are marked and graded by the respective module leaders at the University of Hertfordshire.
- Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (or equivalent examination) certificate with a minimum mean grade of C+ (Plus), or
- ABE Diploma Level 5, or
- BTEC HND in Business, or
- A Diploma in Business from a recognized Institution of Higher Learning subject to approval by the University of Hertfordshire, or
- A holder of a Diploma validated by the Commission for University Education with at least a credit, or a professional certificate in relevant discipline from a recognized institution or equivalent.
3 Intakes (students can begin any semester)
- Semester A: September
- Semester B: January
- Semester C: May
Timings:
The timings are designed to suit both Full-time and Part-time students. The class times are as follows:
Full-time Classes: Mon to Fri 8.30 a.m. – 4.00 p.m.
Part-time Classes: Mon to Fri 5.45 p.m. – 7.45 p.m. & Sat 8.30 a.m-4.00 p.m.
Gain an affordable internationally-recognized degree qualification in 2 or 3 years from the University of Hertfordshire (UK) locally without incurring travel and accommodation costs. The programme is suited to applicants who have some work experience, completed their diploma studies, as well as those who have completed their high schools.
Degree classification
The Programme Board of Examiners determines the average numeric grade of the best 90 credits at Level 6 or higher for the students being considered for a final award with Honours classification. The classification is summarized below:
- For a first class Honours award a candidate must achieve a combined average numeric grade of 69.50 or more;
- For an upper second class Honours award a candidate must achieve a combined average numeric grade of 59.50 or more;
- For a lower second class Honours award a candidate must achieve a combined average numeric grade of 49.50 or more;
- For a third class Honours award a candidate must achieve a combined average numeric grade of 39.50 or more.
(as per AS14 D6.3.1 AS14-Struct-Ass-Regs-Ugrad-Taught-Pgrad-Progs.pdf (herts.ac.uk) )
