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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.

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LEVEL 4: FOUNDATION DIPLOMA in Business Management  Units (Duration: 6 Months)

  • Dynamic Business Environments
  • Enterprising Organizations
  • Employability and Self-development
  • Finance for Managers

LEVEL 4: DIPLOMA in Business Management Units (Duration: 6 Months)

  • Introduction to Entrepreneurship
  • Introduction to Quantitative Methods
  • Project Management
  • Dynamic & Collaborative Teams

LEVEL 5: DIPLOMA in Business Management Units (Duration: 6 Months)

  • 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

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  • Best suited for ages 14 and up.
  • No Bachelor’s degree or other prerequisites are necessary, other than what is called out in Objective Domains.

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.

 

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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

 

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

 

New intakes:

New intakes in the months of January, March, July and September

 

The University of Greenwich is a major modern UK university offering programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Bachelor of Science in computing is one of the undergraduate degree programmes being offered at the university. This is a three-year programme for High School graduates; Holders of Diploma in ICT are eligible for credit transfer into the programme.

The faculty of architecture, computing and humanities at the University of Greenwich, UK, is recognised both nationally and internationally for its cutting-edge research and its innovative approach to curriculum development. It awards BSc. (Hons) Computing to students who successfully complete the full programme.

The programme is offered at Oshwal College in collaboration with University of Greenwich, which manages learning, assessments and examinations, and awards the degree certificates.

The degree aims to be in-line with recent developments in computing and current market trends. It helps students to understand how computer systems are developed and offers training to design and build them.

Duration (3 years)

Career Opportunities

  • Software Architect and Developer
  • Mobile Application Developer
  • Cloud and DevOps Engineer
  • AI & IOT Engineer
  • Technology Administrator/Manager
  • Full stack web systems developer
  • Cyber Security Analyst
  • Game Designer
  • Database Administrator/ Information Architect
  • ICT Consultant

 

Qualifications for entry will be assessed on an individual basis for each applicant. The basic minimum qualifications are:

  1. Students who have successfully completed A-level, IB diploma or KCSE (C+) can join the degree programme from Year One.

      OR

  1. Students must have successfully completed one of the following to obtain credits in year 1 and gain entry at Year Two:
  • IMIS Advanced/ Graduate Diploma
  • BTEC Diploma in Computing
  • NCC International Diploma
  • City & Guilds Adv/Diploma in IT
  • ACP Diploma
  • KNEC Diploma in Computing
  • ABE Advanced Diploma in BIS
  • Diploma in IT from any recognised local or International University
  • Any other programme of equivalent academic standards, as formally recognized by the Learning and Quality Committee of the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences at University of Greenwich-UK

This programme is designed to be delivered in three years.

   Course Content

   Year 1 (1 year)

  • Mathematics for Computing
  • Communication Systems
  • System Development
  • Scholarly and Academic Practice
  • Object Oriented Programming
  • Programming Foundations
  • Computer Systems and Internet Technologies

 

   Year 2 (1 year)

  • Application Development
  • Professional Project Management
  • User Interface Design
  • Agile Development with SCRUM
  • Web Programming I & II
  • Information Security
  • Advanced Programming
  • Data and Web Analytics
  • Information Analysis & Visualisation
  • Computing Education Placement

 

Year 3(1 year)

  • Human Computer Interaction and Design
  • Final Year Projects
  • Requirements Management
  • Mobile Application Development
  • Computing Education and Communication
  • Database Management and Administration
  • Information and Content Management
  • Network Technology
  • Advanced Networks
  • Enterprise Web software Development

Mode of assessment

Students are assessed by examination or coursework for each module. The examination is held at the end of each semester in April and November.

Intakes

January and July

Mode of study

The timings are designed to suit both Full-time and

Part-time students. The class times are as follows:

  • Full-time: 8.30 am – 3.00 pm (Monday to Friday)
  • Part-time: 5.45 pm – 7.45 pm (Monday to Friday) and Saturdays: 8.30 am – 4.00 pm

Registration requirements

  • Fully completed admission form
  • 2 current passport-size photos
  • Originals and copies of all relevant academic certificates and transcripts
  • Copy of national ID/Birth certificate/Passport/pupils pass for non-Kenyans
  • School leaving certificate

The Pearson BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing is a practical, skills-based qualification that develops strong computing fundamentals. It prepares students for careers in IT or progression to further study.

  • Qualification Equivalence: Equivalent to the first year of a UK undergraduate degree
  • Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time
  • Credits: 120 credits
  • Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 480 hours

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 Progression: After completing Pearson BTEC Level 4 HNC in Computing with us, you will eligible to join year 2 (Level 5) BSc (Hons) Computing Degree programme, University of Greenwich, UK offered at Oshwal College

BTEC HND in Computing (16860 downloads )
  • BTEC Level 3 qualification in Computing or a related subject
  • A-Level qualifications in Computing or related subjects
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma in Computing or a related field
  • Mature learners with relevant work experience (Recognition of Prior Learning – RPL)

Units that offer includes a mix of core and specialist modules as listed below: –

Semester 1 Units

  • Unit 1: Programming – 15 Credits (60 GLH)
  • Unit 2: Networking – 15 Credits (60 GLH)
  • Unit 5: Security – 15 Credits (60 GLH)
  • Unit 13: Website Design and Development – 15 Credits (60 GLH)

 Semester 2 Units

  • Unit 3: Professional Practice – 15 Credits (60 GLH)
  • Unit 4: Database Design and Development – 15 Credits (60 GLH)
  • Unit 6: Planning a Computing Project (Pearson-set)- 15 Credits (60 GLH)
  • Unit 7: Software Development Lifecycles – 15 Credits (60 GLH)

Intakes are available in:
January | March | September

The Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Diploma in Information Technology is a vocational qualification designed to equip learners with practical IT skills and knowledge. It prepares students for careers in IT or progression to higher education. The qualification is equivalent to two International A Levels and emphasizes applied learning through real-world projects.

  • Duration: 1.5 years
  • Guided Learning Hours (GLH): 720 hours

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For More Information Visit: Pearson BTEC International Level 3 in IT Site

BTEC HND in Computing (16860 downloads )
  • GCSE O-Level or equivalent with at least 3 passes, including English and Mathematics
  • KCSE with a mean grade below C+
  • Mature students with relevant work experience (Recognition of Prior Learning – RPL)

The course covers a minimum of 720 GLH over 3 semesters and includes core and optional units listed below

Semester 1 Units

  • Unit 1: Information Technology Systems (120 GLH) -core
  • Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information (90 GLH)
  • Unit 5: Data Modelling (60 GLH)
  • Unit 11: Cyber Security and Incident Management (120 GLH)

Semester 2 Units

  • Unit 4: Programming (90 GLH)
  • Unit 12: IT Technical Support and Management (60 GLH)
  • Unit 18: The Internet of Things (60 GLH)
  • Unit 19: Enterprise in IT (60 GLH)

Semester 3 Units

  • Unit 6: Web Development (120 GLH) – core
  • Unit 7: Mobile Apps Development (60 GLH)
  • Unit 21: Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI) (60 GLH)

New intakes:
New intakes in the months of January ,March, July and September every year

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Whether it’s through learning, teaching, or business and research partnerships, the University of Hertfordshire transforms bold ambition into impactful achievements.

For more than 70 years, Herts has been an innovative educational force. From our start in training aerospace engineers for Britain’s aviation industry to our extensive offering today, our focus has always been on understanding what employers want, and today, our vision remains unchanged.

We are a modern, dynamic, and enterprising university, and an anchor institution in the region, supporting its growth as a top destination for a range of industries and professions.

Our vibrant community of nearly 34,000 students from over 110 countries, benefit from high-quality teaching delivered by experts engaged in cutting-edge research. We offer more than 700 career-focused degrees, strong industry connections, industry standard facilities and opportunities to study at more than 170 universities worldwide, to prepare our students to succeed in a competitive global market.

We are proud to be ranked a Top 50 University in the Guardian University Guide 2026, recognition that reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality, career-focused education and an outstanding student experience.

We are a university that champions progress. We empower social mobility and cultivate the leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs of tomorrow.

Through partnerships with key employers, professional bodies, and government, we ensure our teaching and research responds to real-world challenges. We collaborate to drive great opportunities that lead to positive outcomes regionally, nationally, globally; from Herts to the world.

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 prestigious 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

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Level 4 (Year 1)

Progression to Level 5 requires at least 90 credit points with 120 credit points to have been studied at Level 4. For students with less than 120 credit points at Level 4, progression will be determined by the Programme Examination Board.

Module Title Module code Core/Optional Credit Semester
Personal Skills Development 4WBS2025 Core 15 A
Business Skills Development 4WBS2026 Core 15 A
Accounting for Business 4WBS2027 Core 15 A
Economics for Business 4WBS2028 Core 15 B
International Business Environment 4WBS2029 Core 15 B
Principles of Marketing 4WBS2030 Core 15 B
Quantitative Skills for Decision-making 4WBS2031 Core 15 C
People in Organisations 4WBS2032 Core 15 C

 

Level 5 (Year 2)

Progression to Level 6 requires at least 210 credit points at Levels 4 and 5, of which at least 120 credit points must be at Level 5; and 240 credits must have been studied at Levels 4 and 5. For students with less than 240 credit points at Level 4 and 5, progression will be determined by the Programme Examination Board.

Module Title Module code Core/Optional Credits Semester
Analysing Financial Statements 5WBS2025 Core 15 A
Strategic Marketing Planning 5WBS2026 Core 15 A
Principles of Operations Management 5WBS2027 Core 15 A
Cross-Cultural Management 5WBS2028 Core 15 B
Project Management 5WBS2029 Core 15 B
Employability and Personal Development 5WBS2030 Core 15 B
Ethical business practices 5WBS2031 Core 15 C
Enterprise 5WBS2032 Core 15 C

 

Level 6 (Year 3)

The award of Honours’ degree requires 360 credit points, with at least 240 credit points at Level 5 or above, of which at least 120 credit points must be at Level 6.

Module Title Module code Core/Optional Credit Semester
Strategic Business Management 6WBS2041 Core 15 A
Global Marketing, Ethics and Culture 6WBS2042 Core 15 A
Innovation & Intrapreneurship 6WBS2047 Core 15 A
International Human Resource Management 6WBS2043 Core 15 B
Leadership in Organisations 6WBS2044 Core 15 B
Sustainable Business Practices 6WBS2046 Core 15 B
Managing Information and Technology 6WBS2045 Core 15 C
Enterprise and Entrepreneurship 6WBS2049 Core 15 C
  • 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

 

Modes of study and Duration:

Full-time (in-campus) – 3 years

Part-time (in-campus & online) – 3 years

 

Timings:

The timings are designed to suit both Full-time and Part-time students. The class times are as follows:

Full-time classes:   8.30 am – 3.00 pm (Monday to Friday)

Part-time classes:  5.45 pm – 7.45 pm (Monday to Friday)

Registration requirements

  • Fully completed admission form
  • 2 current passport-size photos
  • Originals and copies of all relevant academic certificates and transcripts
  • Copy of national ID/Birth certificate/Passport/pupils pass for non-Kenyans
  • School leaving certificate

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 student must achieve a combined average numeric grade of 69.50 or more;
  • For an upper second class Honours award a student must achieve a combined average numeric grade of 59.50 or more;
  • For a lower second class Honours award a student must achieve a combined average numeric grade of 49.50 or more;
  • For a third class Honours award a student 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) )

The BTEC Level 4 & 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business is a practical, industry-focused qualification designed to prepare students for success in today’s competitive business world. This two-year program equips learners with essential knowledge and skills in areas such as management, marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship.

Whether you’re aiming to launch your career, grow within your current role, or progress to the final year of a university degree, this course offers a flexible and affordable pathway to achieving your goals. Delivered through real-world case studies, hands-on projects, and expert instruction, the BTEC HND in Business bridges the gap between academic theory and professional practice.

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

 

  • 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

New intakes:
New intakes in the months of January ,March, July and September every year

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