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Diploma in Business Administration

A diploma programme preparing students with the knowledge, practical skills and professional discipline required in Business Administration.

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Diploma in Business Administration

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Programme Overview

Diploma in Business administration as a course, has been given due attention in organisations and companies because over 70% of them are concerned with their expenditures and incomes. It is evident that most organisations, companies, government and non government transactions can either excel or flop in their operations due to the way their transactions are conducted.The scenario above came about as a result of the stereotype given to the business control processes that involve accounting, finance and banking. Some companies and organisations only engaged book keepers without fussing much about their academic credentials to deal with financial issues.However, of recent diploma in business administration has  been acknowledged  as major means of achieving accountability and value for money in organisations as it also engages in contracting of services, auditing, control and other critical components.Programme JustificationThe rapid growth of businesses and increasing transformations in the global economy has led to the increasing demand for diploma in business administration specialists who can help companies and organizations strategize their accounting and control processes and thereby enable them function effectively.  Today businesses no longer considered an after-thought function but "key to corporate efficiency" and effective governance. The program addresses this world wide growing demand for graduates with managerial capability in diploma in business.

Teaching practiceConnect subject knowledge with classroom planning, assessment and learner support.
Education leadershipDevelop professional habits for school, community and education-sector service.
Research awarenessUse evidence, inquiry and analytical thinking to understand problems and propose solutions.
Career readinessPrepare for employment, further study, entrepreneurship and service in relevant professional settings.
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What You Will Learn

By the end of the programme, students are expected to demonstrate the knowledge, practical skills and professional conduct required for effective work in Business Administration.

Subject masteryBuild strong knowledge in the teaching subjects and education foundations.
Teaching methodsPlan lessons, manage learning and use appropriate assessment approaches.
Learner supportRespond to diverse learner needs with inclusive and ethical practice.
School practiceConnect theory with school-based observation, teaching practice and reflection.
Research literacyUse inquiry to understand education problems and improve practice.
Professional identityDevelop communication, leadership and lifelong learning habits.
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Course Structure and Learning Experience

The learning experience is organised to move students from foundational knowledge into applied, supervised and professionally oriented practice.

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Education foundations

Students study the foundations of education, learning theory and subject content.

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Methods and assessment

Training develops lesson planning, pedagogy, assessment and classroom communication.

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School-based practice

Students connect theory with observation, practicum and guided reflection.

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Research and improvement

The programme introduces inquiry, education research and improvement-focused thinking.

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Professional formation

Students build ethical, inclusive and responsible teaching identities.

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Course Content

20 courses 57 credit units

Academic Year 1

10 courses | 28 units
Semester 1
15 units
BBA 1101 Fundamentals Of Accounting I
4 units | Core
DBA 1104 Management Of Information Systems And Application
3 units | Core
ECO 1101 Introduction Microeconomics
3 units | Core
HRM 1101 Principles Of Management
3 units | Core
UCC 1101 Introduction To The Study Of English Language
2 units | Core
Semester 2
13 units
DBA 1206 Business Administration
3 units | Core
ECO 1201 Introduction To Macroeconomics
3 units | Core
HRM 1201 Principles Of Human Resource Management
2 units | Core
LLB 1201 Business Law
2 units | Core
STA 1201 Quantitative Methods
3 units | Core

Academic Year 2

10 courses | 29 units
Semester 1
15 units
BBA 2101 Business Finance
3 units | Core
BBA 2102 Intermediate Accounting
3 units | Core
HOM 2101 Customer Care
3 units | Core
STA 2101 Business Statistics
3 units | Core
UCC 2102 Research Methods
3 units | Core
Semester 2
14 units
ACC 3201 Auditing Practice And Investigation
3 units | Core
BBA 2201 Entrepreneurship Development
3 units | Core
BBA 2203 Cost Accounting
3 units | Core
BBA2202 Principles Of Practice Of Insurance Management
2 units | Core
DBA 2202 Principles Of Taxation
3 units | Core
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Admission Requirements

Candidates admitted to the programme must be holders of the Uganda Certificate of Education ( UCE) or its equivalent, or students with at least one principal pass in the relevant  subjects.

Holders of relevant certificates in related subjects from Kampala International University or other recognised institutions are eligible for admission to the diploma course.

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Fees and Application Guidance

Tuition, functional fees and any programme-specific charges are confirmed by KIU Admissions and Finance for each intake. Applicants should review the current fee schedule before submitting an application.