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JOMO KENYATTA UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND TECHNOLOGY (JKUAT)

POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES 2012/2013 ACADEMIC YEAR- MAY 2012 INTAKE

ADVERTISEMENTApplications are invited from qualified candidates for the following postgraduate programmes for the 2012/2013 Academic Year due to start in May 2012.

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

(a) DEPARTMENT OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering with options in:- Advance Thermodynamics and Fluids Engineering, Design & Production

Engineering, and Industrial Engineering PhD. In Mechanical Engineering

(b) DEPARTMENT OF MECHATRONIC ENGINEERING M.Sc. Mechatronic Engineering

(c) DEPARTMENT OF TELECOMMUNICATION AND INFORMATION ENGINEERING Postgraduate diploma in Telecommunication engineering MSC in Telecommunications Engineering PhD in Telecommunications Engineering

(d) GEOMATIC ENGINEERING AND GEOSPATOAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS M.Sc. in Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) & Remote Sensing M.Sc. in Environmental Information Systems Postgraduate Diploma in Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Information Systems Ph.D. in the following areas:-GIS,-Remote Sensing,-Cartography ,-Geodesy ,-Photogrammetry

(e) DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (Options: Control Engineering, Power Electronics, Power Systems) Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering Postgraduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering (Options: Control Engineering, Power Electronics, Power Systems)

(f) DEPARTMENT OF BIOMECHANICAL AND ENVIROMENTAL ENGINENEERING Master of Science in Environmental Engineering and Management Master of Science in Agricultural Processing Engineering Master of Science in Biomechanical Engineering Master of Science in Soil and Water Engineering Master of Science in Biosystems Structural Engineering Doctor of Philosophy in in any of the above areas.

(g) SMARTEC

Masters of Science in Construction Engineering and Management P.h.D Construction Engineering and Management

FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE

(a) DEPARTMENT OF HORTICULTURE M.Sc. in Horticulture M.Sc. in Landscape, Planning & Conservation M.Sc. in Plant Breeding M.Sc. in Plant Health Science and Management M.Sc. in Research Methods Ph.D. in Horticulture Ph.D. in Landscape Planning & Conservation

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(b) DEPARTMENT OF FOOD SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY M.Sc. in Food Science and Nutrition M.Sc. in Food Science and Technology in the areas of: Food Chemistry, Food Microbiology, Food Engineering and

Postharvest Physiology and Pathology Ph. D. in Food Science and Nutrition Ph. D in Food Science

FACULTY OF SCIENCE

(a) DEPARTMENT OF STATISTICS AND ACTUARIAL SCIENCE M.Sc. in Statistics M.Sc. in Applied Statistics Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Statistics PhD in Statistics, Econometrics, Biostatistics and related areas

(b) DEPARTMENT OF PURE AND APPLIED MATHEMATICS M.Sc. in Pure Mathematics M.Sc. in Applied Mathematics Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Mathematics Postgraduate Diploma in Pure Mathematics Ph.D. in Applied mathematics Ph.D. in Pure Mathematics

(c) DEPARTMENT OF BOTANY Master of Science degree in Botany with the following nine areas of specialization:- Microbiology, Genetics, Plant Ecology,

Plant Physiology, Plant Morphology, Plant Taxonomy, Mycology, Phycology, and Economic Botany PhD in Microbiology, PhD in Genetics and PhD in Plant Science.

(d) DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY M.Sc. in Chemistry in the following fields:- Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Physical Chemistry PhD in Chemistry in the following fields:- Inorganic Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Physical Chemistry

(e) DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY M.Sc. in Biochemistry M.Sc. in Bioinformatics and Molecular Biology PhD in Biochemistry

(f) DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS M.Sc. in geophysics M.Sc. in Physics in the following areas:- Physics of materials, Electronics and instrumentation, Renewable energy and the

environment, Optics and lasers, Geophysics, Nuclear and atomic Physics, Fundamental physics, Astrophysics and Atmospheric Physics

Ph.D. in Physics

(g) DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY M.Sc. in Zoology in the following areas:- Immunology, Animal Parasitology, Conservation Biology, Agricultural Entomology

and Fisheries and aquatic Ecology. Ph.D. in the following areas: Immunology, Parasitology, Conservation Biology, Entomology and Ecology

SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE AND BUILDING SCIENCES (SABS

(a) DEPARTMENT OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Master of Construction Project Management

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SCHOOL FOR HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SHRD) (a) DEPARTMENT OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND PROCUREMENT (JUJA MAIN CAMPUS) Ph.D. in Human Resource Management (HRM) Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship Ph. D in Business Administration Ph. D in Supply Chain Management Master of Science in Entrepreneurship Master of Science in Human Resource Management Master of Science in Procurement & Logistics Master of Science in ICT Policy and Regulation Master of Science in Project Management Postgraduate Diploma in Procurement and Logistics Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management Postgraduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship Postgraduate Diploma in ICT Policy and Regulation Postgraduate Diploma in Project Management

(b) DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SCIENCES and HUMANITIES (JUJA MAIN CAMPUS) Masters of Science in Mass Communication Masters of Science in Development Studies P.h.D in Mass Communication Ph.D Development Studies

(c) DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE and ECONOMIC STUDIES (JUJA MAIN CAMPUS) Master of Business Administration

Options: Finance, Marketing, Accounting, Human Resource Management and Strategic Management.

INSTITUTE OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (ICSIT) (a) DEPARTMENT OF COMPUTING Masters of Science in Software Engineering

INSTITUTE FOR BIOTECHNOLOGY RESEARCH (IBR) Masters of Science in Biotechnology PhD in Biotechnology

INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY M.Sc. in Energy Technology M.Sc. in Environmental Legislation and Management M.Sc. in Occupational Safety and Health Post Graduate Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health

INSTITUTE OF TROPICAL MEDICINE AND INFECTIOUS DISEASES (ITROMID)

Master of Science (M.Sc) in 1. Medical Microbiology2. Medical Virology3. Medical Mycology4. Medical Biotechnology5. Mycobacteriology6. Medical Parasitology and Entomology7. Molecular Medicine in the following specialization areas:

i. Applied Immunologyii. Clinical Immunology

iii. Molecular Biology8. Medicinal Phytochemistry9. Medicinal Chemistry10. Epidemiology11. International Health12. Public Health

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D as above.

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DEPARTMENT OF MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCES

Masters of Medical Laboratory Sciences (MMLS) in the following specialization areas:i) Clinical and Public Health Bacteriologyii) Clinical and Public Health Mycologyiii) Clinical and Public Health Virologyiv) Clinical and Public Health Parasitologyv) Clinical and Public Health Immunologyvi) Clinical Haematology and Blood Transfusion vii) Clinical Chemistryviii) Clinical Histopathology and Diagnostic Cytology

Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences (PGDinMMLS)

KAREN CAMPUS Ph.D. in Human Resource Management (HRM) Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship Ph. D in Business Administration Ph. D in Mass Communication Master of Science Degree in Entrepreneurship Master of Science in Human Resource Management Master of Science in Procurement & Logistics Master of Business Administration (MBA) Master of Science in Mass Communication Master of Science in Applied Mathematics Master of Science in Zoology (Conservation Biology) Master of Science in Botany (Plant ecology, Plant physiology, Economic Botany)

Nairobi Campus Master of Science in Entrepreneurship Master of Science in Procurement and Logistics Masters in Business Administration Master of Science in Computer Systems MSc. Bioinformatics and Molecular Biology MSc. Applied Statistics MSc. In Chemistry: Analytical, Organic and Natural Products and Inorganic Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics

NAIROBI CBD CAMPUS Ph.D. in Human Resource Management (HRM) Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship Ph. D in Business Administration Ph. D in Supply Chain Master of Science in Entrepreneurship Master of Science in Human Resource Management Master of Science in Procurement & Logistics Master of Science in ICT Policy and Regulation Master of Business Administration Executive MBA

KISII CBD CAMPUS Ph.D. in Human Resource Management (HRM) Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship Ph. D in Business Administration Master of Science in Human Resource Management Master of Science in Procurement & Logistics Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) MBA in Marketing, Finance, or Strategic Management M. Sc in Entrepreneurship M. Sc. in Zoology (Conservation Biology) M. Sc. in Microfinance M. Sc. in Applied Statistics

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M.S.c in Computer Systems Postgraduate Diploma in applied statistics

NAKURU CBD CAMPUS PhD in Business Administration PhD in Human Resource Management PhD in Entrepreneurship Master of Business Administration (MBA) Master of Science in Entrepreneurship Master of Science in Human Resource Management Master of Science in Procurement & Logistics Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management Master of Science in Project Management Master of Science In Occupational Safety & Health( MSc. OSH) Post graduate Diploma in Occupational Safety & Health Master of Science in Computer Systems

MODE OF APPLICATION

For more details regarding the entry requirements, duration of study and mode of teaching for coursework please check in the JKUAT website at www.jkuat.ac.ke.Applications should be made on prescribed forms obtainable from JKUAT office of the Director, Board of Postgraduate Studies OR from the respective Campuses upon payment of a non-refundable application fee of Kshs.1, 500/-. The application forms may also be downloaded from the JKUAT website.

DEADLINE

The duly completed forms, passport, copies of certificates, transcripts, and receipt should be returned to: The Director, Board of Postgraduate Studies, JKUAT, P.O. BOX 62000-00200, NAIROBI, OR to the respective campuses NOT later than Friday, 24th

February, 2012.

For more information contact:The Director, BPS, JKUAT, Tel: 067-52711 Ext. 6114Email: [email protected],Director of respective Campus ORChairman of the respective Department

COURSE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

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A. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

MECHANICAL DEPARTMENT

1. M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering (Design and Production engineering option) 2. M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering (Advanced Thermodynamics and Fluids engineering option)

3. M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering (Industrial Engineering option)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

a) A holder of at least a Second Class Honors (Upper Division), Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from JKUAT in relevant field

b) A holder of at least a Second Class Honors (Upper Division), Bachelor of Science degree in relevant field, from any other institution recognized by the University Senate as being of equivalent academic status to (a).

c) A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree of at least Second Class Honors (Upper Division), in a related field which is recognized by the University Senate as an adequate pre-requisite for the M.Sc. in Engineering.

d) A holder of a Second Class Honors (Lower Division), Bachelor of Science degree from JKUAT or any other institution which is recognized by the University Senate as being of equivalent academic status and who in addition must show proof of either two years relevant experience and professional development or academic advancement through research and publication since graduation with the Bachelors degree or a Postgraduate Diploma in the relevant field.

e) A holder of other qualifications recognized by JKUAT Senate as being equivalent to (a), (b) and (c).

PhD. Mechanical Engineering

A holder of a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

A holder of other qualifications recognized by the JKUAT Senate as being equivalent to

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR MASTER OF SCIENCE DEGREE COURSE IN MECHATRONIC

ENGINEERING

The applicant should be:

(a) a holder of at least second class honours, upper division, Bachelor of Science degree in Mechatronic

Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical and Electronic Engineering of Jomo Kenyatta

University of Agriculture and Technology;

(b) a holder of at least second class honours, upper division, Bachelor of Science degree in Mechatronic

Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical and Electronic Engineering from any other institution,

which is recognized by the university senate as being of equivalent -academic status;

(c) a holder of a Bachelor of Science degree of at least second class honours, upper division, in a field which

is recognized by the University Senate as an adequate prerequisite for the Master of Science degree in

Mechatronic Engineering;

or

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(d) a holder of a Bachelor of Science degree of at least second class honours, lower division, in Mechatronic

Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, or in a field which is

recognized by the University Senate as an adequate prerequisite for the Master of Science degree in

Mechatronic Engineering, provided that the candidate has at least 2 years relevant industrial experience.

Postgraduate diploma in Telecommunication engineering

1. A holder of at least 2 class Honours,(Upper Division) B.SC degree in a relevant field from JKUAT or any other institution recognized by the University Senate.

2. A holder of 2 class honours (Lower Division),B.S.C degree from JKUAT or any other institution which is recognized by the University Senate as being of equivalent academic status and who in addition must show proof of either two years relevant experience and professional development or academic advancement through research and publication since graduation with the Bachelor’s degree.

MSC in Telecommunications Engineering1. A holder of at least 2 Class Honours,(Upper Division) B.SC degree in relevant field from JKUAT or

any other institution recognized by the University Senate.

2. A holder of at 2 Class Honours,(Lower Division) B.SC degree from JKUAT or any other institution which is recognized by the University Senate as being of equivalent academic status and who in addition must show proof of either two years relevant experience and professional development or academic advancement through research and publication since graduation with the bachelor’s degree or a postgraduate diploma in the relevant field.

PhD, Telecommunications EngineeringHolders of master’s degree in a relevant discipline recognized by the University senate.

Master of Science in GIS & Remote SensingThe following shall be eligible for registration for the Master of Science in Geospatial Information System and Remote Sensing (Master of Science in GIS and Remote Sensing): Either;

(a) A holder of at least an upper second class honors Bachelors degree of JKUAT in a spatial information based or associated field, OR (b) A holder of at least a Second Class Honours (Upper Division), Bachelor of Science degree in

relevant field, from any other institution recognized by the University Senate as being of equivalent academic status to (a) OR

(c) A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree of at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division), in a related field, which is recognized by the University Senate as an adequate pre-requisite for M.Sc. in GIS and Remote Sensing OR

(d) A holder of a Second Class Honours (Lower Division), Bachelor of Science degree from JKUAT or any other institution which is recognized by the University Senate as being of equivalent academic status and who in addition must show proof of either two years relevant experience and professional development or academic advancement through research and publication since graduation with the Bachelors degree or a Postgraduate Diploma in the relevant field.

(e) A holder of other qualifications recognized by JKUAT Senate as being equivalent to (a), (b) and (c).

(f) A holder of a JKUAT postgraduate Diploma in the corresponding area of specialization. Such candidate will be exempted from the course work part of the M.Sc. programme which he/she will already have covered under the postgraduate diploma programme.

Postgraduate Diploma in GIS & Remote Sensing7

Entry requirements for M. Sc. in GIS & Remote Sensing shall apply.

Master of Science in Environmental Information Systems(a)A holder of at least an upper second class honors Bachelors degree of JKUAT in a spatial information based or associated field,

(b)A holder of at least a Second Class Honours (Upper Division), Bachelor of Science degree in relevant field, from any other institution recognized by the University Senate as being of equivalent academic status to (a)

(c)A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree of at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division), in a related field, which is recognized by the University Senate as an adequate pre-requisite for M.Sc. in Environmental Information Systems

(d)A holder of a Second Class Honours (Lower Division), Bachelor of Science degree from JKUAT or any other institution which is recognized by the University Senate as being of equivalent academic status and who in addition must show proof of either two years relevant experience and professional development or academic advancement through research and publication since graduation with the Bachelors degree or a Postgraduate Diploma in the relevant field.

(e)A holder of other qualifications recognized by JKUAT Senate as being equivalent to (a), (b) and (c).

(f)A holder of a JKUAT postgraduate Diploma in the corresponding area of specialization. Such candidate will be exempted from the course work part of the M.Sc. programme, which he/she will already have covered under the postgraduate diploma programme.

Postgraduate Diploma in Environmental Information SystemsEntry requirements for M. Sc. in Environmental Information Systems shall apply.

PhD in any of the following specializations:Geodesy,Photogrammetry,GIS,Remote Sensing,CartographyA Master of Science in Geomatic Engineering, Geodesy, Surveying, Geo-informatics, Photogrammetry, GIS or Remote Sensing from an institution recognized by JKUAT Senate.

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC ENGINEERING

1 MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (Options: Control Engineering, Power Electronics, Power Systems)DURATION: 2 yearsMODE OF STUDY: Full timeVENUE: Main Campus, JujaENTRY REQUIREMENTS:The following shall be eligible for registration for the degree of Master of Science in Electrical Engineering.

1.1 A holder of at least second class honours, Upper Division, Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Electronic and Computer Engineering; or Telecommunication and Information Engineering of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology; OR

1.2 A holder of at least a second class honours, upper division, Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, from any other institution, which is recognised by the University Senate as being of equivalent academic status to the programmes in 1.1; OR

1.3 A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree of at least second class honours, upper division, in a related field which is recognised by the University Senate as an adequate prerequisite for the MSc. in Electrical Engineering; OR

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1.4 Holders of a second class honours, lower division, Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Electronic and Computer Engineering; or Telecommunication and Information Engineering of JKUAT, or of any other institution, which is recognised by the University Senate as being of equivalent academic status, and who in addition must show proof of either two years relevant experience and professional development or academic advancement through research and publication since graduation with the bachelors degree; OR

1.5 A holder of other qualifications recognized by JKUAT Senate as being equivalent to .1.1, 1.2 and 1.3; OR

1.6 A holder of a JKUAT postgraduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering in the corresponding area of specialization – such a candidate will be exempted from the coursework part of the MSc programme, which he/she will already have covered under the postgraduate diploma programme.

2 DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGDURATION: 3 yearsVENUE: Main Campus, JujaENTRY REQUIREMENTS:The following shall be eligible for registration for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering:

2.1 A holder of Masters degree in Electrical Engineering from the Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology; OR

2.2 A holder of a Masters degree or equivalent academic qualification which is recognised by the University Senate as being equivalent to 2.1 above.

3 POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (Options: Control Engineering, Power Electronics, Power Systems)DURATION OF THE PROGRAMME: 12 monthsMODE OF STUDY: Full-timeVENUE: Main Campus, JujaENTRY REQUIREMENTS:The following shall be eligible for registration for the Postgraduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering.

3.1 A holder of at least second class honours, Upper Division, Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Electronic and Computer Engineering; or Telecommunication and Information Engineering of JKUAT.

3.2 A holder of at least a second class honours, upper division, Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, from any other institution, which is recognised by the University Senate as being of equivalent academic status to the programmes in 3.1; or

3.3 A holder of a Bachelor of Science degree of at least second class honours, upper division, in a related field which is recognised by the University Senate as an adequate prerequisite for the Postgraduate Diploma in Electrical Engineering.

3.4 Holders a second class honours, lower division, Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical and Electronic Engineering; Electronic and Computer Engineering; or Telecommunication and Information Engineering of JKUAT, or of any other institution, which is recognised by the University Senate as being of equivalent academic status, and who in addition must show proof of either two years relevant experience and professional development or academic advancement through research and publication since graduation with the bachelors degree.

3.5 A holder of other qualifications recognized by JKUAT Senate as being equivalent to 3.1, 3.2 and 3.3.

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MSc. In Construction Engineering and ManagementJomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for May 2012 admission into Masters of Science in Construction Engineering and Management, to be offered in our Centre for Sustainable Construction, SMARTEC (Sustainable Materials Research & Technology Centre). The MSc course has been designed for professionals involved in the construction industry or recent graduates who have a recognized basic degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering and Management, Building Economics, Construction Project Management or Architecture or Construction Management, or Agricultural Engineering or Biomechanical & Process Engineering or equivalent. The course theory will be conducted in Nairobi Central Business (CBD), while work will be conducted at the main campus Juja.

The main objective of the programme is to develop competent and well-rounded construction engineers and managers who will have the skills to source, secure and effectively handle projects in the domestic and international construction market. The Masters of Science Degree shall be done by course work, examination and thesis, whereupon the first year of study shall be devoted to coursework and examinations while the second year of study shall be devoted to carrying out research and presentation of thesis. The course shall extend over a minimum period of eighteen (18) months.

Minimum admission requirements

For applicants who have a recognized basic degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering and Management, Building Economics, Construction Project Management or Architecture or Construction Management, or Agricultural Engineering or Biomechanical & Process Engineering or equivalent, the following requirements shall apply;

a) a holder of at least second class honours, Upper Division, degree as underlined above, of JKUAT, or b) a holder of at least second class honors, Upper Division, degree as underlined above, from any other

institution recognized by JKUAT senate as being of equivalent academic status, or a holder of at least second class honors, Upper Division, in a field which is recognized by JKUAT as an adequate prerequisite for the Master of Science in Construction Engineering and Management, or any other equivalent qualification.

c) A holder of second class honors, Lower Division, degree as underlined above, of JKUAT, or any other institution recognized by JKUAT Senate as being of equivalent academic status, and who in addition must show proof of either two years relevant experience and professional development or academic advancement through research, publication and postgraduate certificate course related to construction engineering & management since graduation with the Bachelors degree, or a Postgraduate Diploma in the relevant field.

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for May 2012 admission into PhD in Construction Engineering and Management, to be offered in our Centre for Sustainable Construction, SMARTEC (Sustainable Materials Research & Technology Centre). The PhD course has been designed for professionals involved in the construction industry who have a recognized masters degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering and Management, Building Economics, Construction Project Management or Architecture or Construction Management, or Agricultural Engineering or Biomechanical & Process Engineering or equivalent. The PhD shall be by thesis only, and all presentations will be at the main campus at Juja, and shall extend over a minimum of 3 calendar years

The main objective of the programme is to develop competent and well-rounded construction engineers and managers who will have the skills to source, secure and effectively handle projects in the domestic and international construction market, as well as be leaders in research and innovation in the built environment.

Minimum admission requirements

For applicants who have a recognized masters degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering and Management, Building Economics, Construction Project Management or Architecture or Construction Management, or Agricultural Engineering or Biomechanical & Process Engineering or equivalent, and in addition should have met the following requirements in the undergraduate program:

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d) a holder of at least second class (lower division) honours, degree as underlined above, of JKUAT, or e) a holder of at least second class (lower division) honours degree as underlined above, from any other

institution recognized by JKUAT senate as being of equivalent academic status, or a holder of at least second class (lower division) honours degree in a field which is recognized by JKUAT as an adequate prerequisite for the Master of Science in Construction Engineering and Management, or any other equivalent qualification, or

FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE

i) MSc. HORTICULTURE

Entry RequirementsApplicants should have minimum of a second class honours (upper division) degree in Horticulture or related fields such as Agriculture or Botany from the Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, or an equivalent qualification from an institution recognised by the Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Senate. Those with second class honours (Lower division ) may be admitted if they have research experience. The programme shall extend for at least two full academic years. The first year is devoted to coursework and the second carrying out research project and writing thesis.

ii) MSc. LANDSCAPE PLANNING AND CONSERVATION

Entry RequirementsApplicants should have a minimum of BSc. Second Class Honours (Upper division) degree in the areas of Horticulture, Ornamental Science /Landscaping, Environmental Engineering , Landscape Architecture or any other related life and social science from an institution recognized by Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) senate, Or a second Class Honours (lower division) in any of the areas above with relevant research experience as evidenced from publications; Or a have any other equivalent qualification recognized by the JKUAT senate.

iii) MSc PLANT BREEDING

Entry RequirementsThe candidates for the MSc in Plant Breeding should have at least:- A second class honors (upper division) degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Plant Biotechnology or Botany from the Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology. Or An equivalent degree from a University recognized by the Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Senate or A holder of a second class honours (lower division) degree in horticulture or related field of study provided that the candidate produces evidence of research ability or has acquired relevant experience of at least two years.

iv) MSc PLANT HEALTH SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT

Entry Requirements

A second class honours (upper division) degree in Horticulture or related fields such as Agriculture or Botany from the Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, or

An equivalent degree from a University recognised by the Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Senate, or

A holder of a second class honours (lower division) degree in horticulture or related field of study provided that the candidate produces evidence of research or has acquired relevant experience of at least two years.

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The MSc programmes shall extend for at least two full academic years and shall be conducted under two different patterns, namely Coursework, examination and thesis or Research and thesis only under exceptional circumstances.

MSC RESEARCH METHODS

The MSc in Research Methods is a two year programme which aims to train professionals who will support agricultural and related researchers throughout the region. The course provides a strong foundation in research design, data collection, data management and statistical analysis. Whilst built on the traditions of statistics and biometrics, it extends these by placing them in the context of research for development. The programme aims to produce research methods specialists who will be able to work across the social, economic and biophysical sciences and who will be able to make solid contributions to enhancing the effectiveness of modern, integrative research. The course is highly practical, built around research being carried out in East and Southern Africa. It provides a professional training, aiming to prepare graduates for work in research programmes in the region. The MSc course uses innovative discovery and problem‐based teaching approaches. The MSc course is suitable for graduates in statistics or applied maths who are fascinated by agriculture and rural development, or those with an agriculture or biology background who are comfortable with maths and numbers.

Entry RequirementsApplicants for Master of Science in Research Methods should either be;

(a) A holder of at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) degree in Agricultural, Biological, Social Sciences and Statistics/Mathematics from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) OR

(b) A holder of at least a Second Class Honours (Upper Division) degree, or its equivalent in Agricultural, Biological, Social Sciences and Statistics/Mathematics from a University recognized by the University Senate OR

(c) A holder of a Second Class Honours (Lower Division degree in the disciplines in (a) above and related field of study from JKUAT or any other Institution shall be considered provided that the candidate can produce evidence of ability to conduct research OR

(d) A holder of other qualifications recognized by JKUAT Senate as being equivalent to (a), (b) and (c).

v) PhD HORTICULTURE

The applicants must have a MSc. degree in any of the following disciplines: Horticulture, Ornamental and landscaping Sciences, Agronomy, Plant breeding, Plant pathology, Soil Science or other related sciences from institutions recognized by JKUAT senate. The programme is through research and thesis only but those deemed weak in certain areas may be required to take certain predetermined course units.

vi) PhD LANDSCAPE PLANNING AND CONSERVATION

Applicants should have a minimum of MSc. degree in the areas of Horticulture, Ornamental Science /Landscaping, Environmental Engineering , Landscape Architecture or any other related life and social science from an institution recognized by Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) senate, Or have any other equivalent qualification recognized by the JKUAT senate. The programme is through research and thesis only but those deemed weak in certain areas may be required to take certain predetermined course units..

M.Sc in Food Science and Nutrition

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Candidates for the Master of Science in Food Science and Nutrition should be:(a) A holder of at least Second Class Honors (Upper Division) degree or its equivalent in Food Science and

Nutrition, Food Science and Technology, or Food Science and Post-harvest Technology from a university recognized by the JKUAT Senate OR

(b) A holder of at least Second Class Honors (Upper Division) degree or its equivalent in Agricultural Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry or Microbiology from a university recognized by the JKUAT Senate OR

(c) A holder of a Second Class Honors (Lower Division) degree in Food Science or a related field who has at least two years of relevant work experience since graduation OR

A holder of other qualifications recognized by the JKUAT senate as being equivalent to (a), (b), and (c) above

MSc in Food Science and Technology

Candidates for the Master of Science in Food Science and Technology should be:A holder of at least Second Class Honors (Upper Division) degree or its equivalent in Food Science and

Nutrition, Food Science and Technology, or Food Science and Post-harvest Technology from a university recognized by the JKUAT Senate OR

A holder of at least Second Class Honors (Upper Division) degree or its equivalent in Agricultural Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry or Microbiology from a university recognized by the JKUAT Senate OR

A holder of a Second Class Honors (Lower Division) degree in Food Science or a related field who has at least two years of relevant work experience since graduation OR

A holder of other qualifications recognized by the JKUAT senate as being equivalent to (a), (b), and (c) above

Ph. D. in Food Science and NutritionCandidates for the Ph. D in Food Science and Nutrition must be

Holders of a Master of Science degree in Food Science and Technology, Food Science and Nutrition, Nutrition, Public Health, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, or Medical Sciences from a university recognized by the JKUAT senate OR

Holders of other academic qualification(s) acceptable to the JKUAT senate as equivalent to the above

Ph. D in Food ScienceCandidates for the Ph. D in Food Science and Nutrition must be

(a) Holders of a Master of Science degree in Food Science and (Post-harvest) Technology, Food Science and Nutrition, Applied Human Nutrition, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or Process Engineering from a university recognized by the JKUAT senate OR

(b) Holders of other academic qualification(s) acceptable to the JKUAT senate as equivalent to the above

B. FACULTY OF SCIENCE

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Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Statistics

A holder of a Bachelors degree with at least Lower Second Class Honours, having studied Statistics as a single subject or as a major of two subjects studied at JKUAT or at any other University recognized by the Senate.

ORA holder of a quantitative degree, not necessarily in Statistics, with at least Lower Second Class Honours, from JKUAT or any other University recognized by the Senate, but with relevant work experience in Statistics. However, if an applicant’s background in Statistics or Mathematics is insufficient, satisfactory audit of some undergraduate units as advised by the Chairman may be required.

One Year Programme

MSc. in Statistics A holder of a Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours, having studied Statistics as a single subject or as a major of two subjects studied at JKUAT or at any other University recognized by the Senate.

ORUnder exceptional circumstances a holder of a Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours or its equivalent may be eligible for registration provided that the candidate can produce evidence of proven research ability in an appropriate branch of Statistics.

MSc. in Applied StatisticsA holder of a Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours, having studied Statistics as a single subject or as a major of two subjects studied at JKUAT or any other University recognized by the Senate.

ORA holder of a quantitative degree, not necessarily in Statistics, with at least Upper Second Class Honours, from JKUAT or any other University recognized by the Senate, but with work experience in Statistics. However, if an applicant’s background in Statistics or Mathematics is insufficient, satisfactory auditing of some units taught in the undergraduate programme may be required during the first year of study, as directed by the Chairman of the Department.

ORUnder exceptional circumstances a holder of a Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours or its equivalent may be eligible for registration provided that the candidate can produce evidence of proven research ability in an appropriate branch of Statistics.

Two Years Programme

Ph.D in Statistics, Econometrics, Biostatistics and related areasA holder of a Masters Degree in the relevant area from JKUAT or any other University recognized by the Senate.

Three Years Programme

REGULATIONS FOR THE DEGREE OF MASTER OF SCIENCE IN APPLIED MATHEMATICS

1. Entry Requirements

The common regulations for all Masters degrees in the University shall apply.

The general regulations for all Masters degrees in the Faculty of Science and in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics shall apply. In particular, M. Sc 4.1 to 4.7, M. Sc.5.1 to 5.8, M. Sc. 6.1 to M. Sc 6.9, of the faculty regulations, shall apply for all examinations, and submission of project and thesis, and M. Sc 7.1 to 7.3, of these regulations shall apply for award of the degree.

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The following shall be eligible for registration for the degree of Master of Science in Applied Mathematics.

A holder of a Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours, having studied Mathematics as a single subject or as a major of two subjects, with a substantial number of units of Applied Mathematics, studied at the degree level at JKUAT or any other University recognized by the Senate.

Under exceptional circumstances a holder of a Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours or its equivalent may be eligible for registration provided that the candidate can produce evidence of proven research ability in Applied Mathematics.

In addition to meeting one of the requirements under 1.3 above, all students who are admitted to the course will be expected to be proficient in at least one high level computer programming language.

2. Duration and Pattern of the Programme

The programme for Master of Science in Applied Mathematics comprises either coursework and project or coursework and thesis.

The duration of study for the degree of Master of Science in Applied Mathematics shall be at least two (2) academic years (18 months) and at most four (4) academic years (36 months) from the time of registration.

REGULATIONS FOR THE DEGREE OF MASTER OF SCIENCE IN PURE MATHEMATICS

3. Entry RequirementsThe common regulations for all Masters degrees in the University shall apply.The general regulations for all Masters degrees in the Faculty of Science and in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics shall apply. In particular, M. Sc 4.1 to 4.7, M. Sc.5.1 to 5.8, M. Sc. 6.1 to M. Sc 6.9, of the faculty regulations, shall apply for all examinations, and submission of project and thesis, and M. Sc 7.1 to 7.3, of these regulations shall apply for award of the degree.

The following shall be eligible for registration for the degree of Master of Science in Pure Mathematics.

A holder of a Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours, having studied Mathematics as a single subject or as a major of two subjects, with a substantial number of units of Pure Mathematics, studied at the degree level at JKUAT or any other University recognized by the Senate.

Under exceptional circumstances a holder of a Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours or its equivalent may be eligible for registration provided that the candidate can produce evidence of proven research ability in Pure Mathematics.

In addition to meeting one of the requirements under 1.3 above, all students who are admitted to the course will be expected to be proficient in at least one high level computer programming language.

4. Duration and Pattern of the ProgrammeThe programme for Master of Science in Pure Mathematics comprises either coursework and project or coursework and thesis.

2.1.1 The duration of study for the degree of Master of Science in Pure Mathematics shall be at least two (2) academic years (18 months) and at most four (4) academic years (36 months) from the time of registration.

REGULATIONS FOR THE POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN APPLIED MATHEMATICS 5. Entry Requirements

The common regulations for all Postgraduate Diploma programmes in the University shall apply.

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The general regulations for all Postgraduate Diploma programmes in the Faculty of Science and in the Department of Pure and Applied Mathematics shall apply. In particular sections 4,6 and 8 on examinations and section 9 on awards in the faculty regulations apply.

The following shall be eligible for registration for the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Mathematics

A holder of a Bachelors degree with at least Lower Second Class Honours, having studied Mathematics as a single subject or as a major of two subjects studied at the degree level at JKUAT or at any other University recognized by the Senate.A holder of a quantitative degree, not necessarily in Mathematics, with at least Lower Second Class Honours, from JKUAT or any other University recognized by the Senate, but with relevant work experience in Mathematics. However, if an applicant’s background in Mathematics is insufficient, satisfactory audit of some undergraduate units as advised by the Department will be required.

6. Duration of the ProgrammesThe duration of the programme for Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Mathematics shall normally extend over a period of twelve (12) months and no more than eighteen (18) months from the first date of registration.

REGULATIONS FOR THE POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN PURE MATHEMATICS 1. Entry Requirements

The common regulations for all Postgraduate Diploma programmes in the University shall apply.The general regulations for all Postgraduate Diploma programmes in the Faculty of Science and in the Department of Pure and Applied Mathematics shall apply. In particular sections 4,6 and 8 on examinations and section 9 on awards in the faculty regulations apply. The following shall be eligible for registration for the Postgraduate Diploma in Pure MathematicsA holder of a Bachelors degree with at least Lower Second Class Honours, having studied Mathematics as a single subject or as a major of two subjects studied at the degree level at JKUAT or at any other University recognized by the Senate.A holder of a quantitative degree, not necessarily in Mathematics, with at least Lower Second Class Honours, from JKUAT or any other University recognized by the Senate, but with relevant work experience in Mathematics. However, if an applicant’s background in Mathematics is insufficient, satisfactory audit of some undergraduate units as advised by the Department will be required.

Duration of the Programmes

The duration of the programme for Postgraduate Diploma in Pure Mathematics shall normally extend over a period of twelve (12) months and no more than eighteen (18) months from the first date of registration.

Ph.D PROGRAMME/APPLIED MATHEMATICS/PURE MATHEMATICS

1.0 Entry requirements

1.1 The common regulations for all Ph.D degrees in the University shall apply.

1.2 The general regulations for all Ph.D degrees in the Faculty of Science in Mathematics

1.3 .1 A holder of an M.Sc in the related field

1.3.2. A holder of an equivalent of 1.3.1 from a recognized institution by JKUAT senate

2.0 Duration

2.1 A minimum of 3 years on full time basis or 5 years on part-time basis.

3.0 Area of specialization

1. Pure Mathematics

2. Applied Mathematics

3.0 Assessment

Research and thesis only.

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Master of Science degree in Botany with the following nine areas of specialization:-1. Microbiology2. Genetics3. Plant Ecology4. Plant Physiology5. Plant Morphology6. Plant Taxonomy7. Mycology8. Phycology9. Economic Botany

Entry requirement(a) A holder of at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) in the relevant Biological

Sciences from JKUAT or its equivalent from a University recognized by Senate.(b) Under exceptional circumstances a holder of a Second Class Honours (Lower Division) degree

in relevant Biological Sciences, provided the candidate produces evidence of having conducted research in a relevant area from an institution recognized by the Senate.

II Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D). The Department offers three Ph.D degrees undertaken by research and thesis as follows:

1. Doctor of Philosophy in Microbiology2. Doctor of Philosophy in Genetics3. Doctor of Philosophy in Plant Science.

M.Sc. ChemistryThe applicant should:(i) Be major or regular B.Sc. Chemistry holders with atleast a second class honours upper division from a

recognized university.(ii) Under exceptional circumstances, be holders of atleast B.Sc. second class honors (lower division) degree

having studies chemistry as major or regular student provided the candidate produces evidence of proven postgraduate research ability.

Ph.D CHEMISTRYA holder of Master of Science degree in related field or its equivalent from a recognized university/Institution.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOINFORMATICS AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

(i). Atleast second class (Honours) Upper division in Biological Sciences, Computer Science, Mathematics/ Statistic, Physical sciences, Engineering, Medicine, Pharmacy, Veterinary Science, Dental Sciences, and Agriculture from a recognized University.

(ii). Adequate background in computer applications and programming.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOCHEMISTRY

ENTRY REQUIREMENT:

(i). Atleast Second Class Honours upper Division in Biochemistry and Biochemistry related Fields OR Second Class Honours Lower Division with three years of work experience in The area of Biochemistry or related field with at least one publication.

(ii) Sufficient background in Undergraduate Biochemisty.

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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY (Ph.D) IN BIOCHEMISTRYENTRY REQUIREMENTS

(i). Master of Science (MSc) in biochemistry or Molecular Biology

(ii). Must have a Ph.D Research Proposal.

MSc in geophysicsA holder of B.Sc. degree with at least upper 2nd class honours degree, having studied physics either as a major subject or as a regular subject with mathematics. Applicants with a lower 2nd class honours may be admitted if they can produce evidence of postgraduate research ability in a relevant area

Experimental Physics –To pursue coursework in the first year of study and a thesis in second year of study Theoretical physics – To pursue coursework in the 1st and 2nd year of study and a project in the form of a dissertation during the 2nd year of study

M.Sc. in PhysicsA holder of B.Sc. degree with at least upper 2nd class honours degree, having studied physics either as a major subject or as a regular subject with mathematics. Applicants with a lower 2nd class honours may be admitted if they can produce evidence of postgraduate research ability in a relevant area

The programme will be offered in two modes:-a) Experimental Physics - coursework in the 1st year of study and thesis in the 2nd year of studyb) Theoretical Physics – coursework in the 1st and 2nd year of study and a project in the form of dissertation in the 2nd year of study.

Ph.D. in PhysicsApplicants must be holders of a M.Sc. degree in Physics in one of the above areas of specialization

Have a qualification acceptable by the university senate as equivalent to M.Sc. in Physics and must have a research proposal.

C. INSTITUTE OF BIOTECHNOLOGY

Masters of science in Biotechnology Holder of at least a Bachelors degree with at least a Second Class Honours (Upper Division) in Biological

Sciences, Health Sciences, Biochemistry, Food Science and Technology, Horticulture or Agriculture from the JKUAT or from any other institution recognized by JKUAT Senate,

OR Holders of other qualifications recognized by JKUAT Senate as being equivalent or higher than those

specified in above,

OR, Under exceptional circumstances, holders of Bachelor’s degree with the Second Class Honours (Lower

Division) degree in the subject areas listed in above provided that the candidate produces evidence of proven postgraduate research ability in the relevant disciplines.

TWO YEARS FULL TIME

Doctor of philosophy in BiotechnologyApplication should either be:Holder of an MSc Degree done through course work, research and thesis for at least two academic years.

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FOUR YEARS FULL TIME

D. SABS

Master of construction project management Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology invites qualified candidates to apply for the May 2011 admission into the Masters of Construction project Management to be offered in our Construction Management Department at main Campus. The Masters course has been designed for professional involved in the Construction industry or recent graduates who have a recognized degree in construction management Quantity surveying, Civil Engineering, Estate & Property management, Landscape Architecture and Architecture. The course will be conducted in the Main Campus at Juja and/or in Nairobi Center.

The aim of this programme is to produce expert manager of Construction Projects, well equipped with state of the art skills for imaginative initiation and effective leadership of construction projects, from project inception through project implementation and post occupancy evaluation, to refinement of investment strategy. The objectives will be to: instruct the student in advanced management theory and various project procurement systems; equip the student in the fundamentals of project initiation , feasibility appraisal, planning and implementation: develop the student’s management skills in solving practical problems in the construction process; instruct the student in the fundamentals of strategic planning and implementation of strategic plans; and develop the student’s capacity to understand research and scholarly work.

The Master’s Programme shall be done by coursework, examination and project, where upon the minimum duration for this course shall be four (4) semesters two (2) academic years) and the maximum duration be eight (8) semesters (four (4) academic year). The course shall be done on FULL-TIME AND/OR ON PART- TIME basis.

Minimum admission equipments

For applicants who have a recognized basic degree in the Built Environment (as indicated above) the following shall apply;a)A holders of first class or and Upper Second Class Honors Degree in a field related to built environment.

b)Be a graduate of a University or any other Institution of higher learning recognized by the JKUAT senate as being of equivalent academic status for the purpose of admission t the program;

c)A holder pf second Class Honors, Lower Division of JKUAT or any other Institutions recognized by JKUAT senate as being of equivalent academic status, and who in addition must show proof of either two (2) years relevant experience and professional development of academic advancement through research, publication and postgraduate certificate course related to project Management since graduation with the Bachelor’s degree, or a postgraduate Diploma in the relevant field.

d)Holder of Bachelor Degree with a pass plus five years post qualification experience in built environment.

E. SCHOOL OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

Ph.D. in Human Resource Management (HRM)i) Holders of Masters degree in a relevant field Be a holder of Masters Degree in Human Resource

Management from JKUAT or its equivalent from a recognized institution/University.

a. OR

ii) Be a holder of a Masters Degree in a relevant discipline with a Human Resource Option from JKUAT or its

equivalent from a recognized institution/university, provided such candidates shall have passed in the

prescribed prerequisite course units at Masters level.

Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship

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i) Be a holder of Masters Degree in Entrepreneurship from JKUAT or its equivalent from a recognized

institution/University

ii) Be a holder of a Masters Degree from JKUAT or its equivalent from a recognized institution/university,

provided such candidates shall have passed in the prescribed prerequisite course units at Masters level.

Ph. D in Business Administration i) Be a holder of Masters Degree in Business Administration from JKUAT or its equivalent from a recognized

institution/University.a. OR

ii) Be a holder of a Masters Degree in a relevant discipline in any one business administration option from JKUAT or its equivalent from a recognized institution/university. Holders of executive degree programmes do not qualify.

3 years programme ( 1yr trimester course work, offered only on Saturdays and 2 yrs research & Thesis) offered at the main campus-Juja

Master of Science in Entrepreneurship i) Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent from a recognized universityii) Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours plus at least three years relevant experience iii) Bachelors degree with pass plus at least five years relevant postgraduate experience

Master of Science in Human Resource Managementi) Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent from a recognized universityii) Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours plus at least three years relevant experience iii) Bachelors degree with pass plus at least five years relevant postgraduate experience

Master of Science in Procurement & Logisticsi) Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent from a recognized universityii) Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours plus at least three years relevant experience iii) Bachelors degree with pass plus at least five years relevant postgraduate experience

Master of Science in ICT Policy and Regulation

i) Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent from a recognized universityii) Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours plus at least three years relevant experience iii) Bachelors degree with pass plus at least five years relevant postgraduate experience

Master of Science in Project Management

i) Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent from a recognized universityii) Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours plus at least three years relevant experience iii) Bachelors degree with pass plus at least five years relevant postgraduate experience

2 Years Full-time OR

2 Years Part-time (Weekdays - evenings from 5 pm and Saturdays) OR (Saturdays and Sundays at the main campus

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Postgraduate Diploma in Procurement and Logistics, Human Resource Management and Entrepreneurshipi) Higher Diploma ii) A Bachelors Degree

I year Full-time or Saturdays and Sundays at the Main CampusOR

1 year Part time (Weekdays – evenings from 5pm) at the main Campus.

Executive MBAi) Bachelor’s Degree in any field plus three years experience in a senior management position. ii) CPA (K)/CPS (K),ACCA (Level 3) plus three years experience in a senior management position. iii) Higher National Diploma plus three years experience in a senior management position.

MSc Mass Communication

i) Be a holder of a bachelor’s degree with at least 2nd class upper division in a relevant discipline.OR

ii) Be a holder of bachelor degree 2nd class lower division in a relevant degree with 3 years working experience.

2 years part-time (Weekdays –evenings from 5pm and all day Saturdays

Ph.D Mass Communicationi) Be a holder of Master Degree in Mass Communication from JKUAT or its equivalent from a University

recognized by the University Senate.OR

ii) Be a holder of a Master Degree in a relevant discipline from JKUAT or its equivalent from a recognized University. The relevant disciplines include Communication, Public Relations, Language and Literature, Multimedia Production, Education (Communication), Information Communication Technology, Law.

years programme with 1 ½ yr course work, which will be offered only on Saturdays at the main campus

MSc Development Studies

Be a holder of a bachelor’s degree in Social or Applied Sciences with at least 2nd class upper division from JKUAT or its equivalent from a University recognized by the University Senate.

ORBe a holder of a bachelor’s degree with at least 2nd class upper division in a relevant discipline from JKUAT or its equivalent from a University recognized by the University Senate.

ORBe a holder of bachelor degree 2nd class lower division in a relevant degree from JKUAT or its equivalent from a University recognized by the University Senate with 3 years working experience.

Ph.D Development StudiesBe a holder of Masters Degree in Development Studies from JKUAT or its equivalent from a University recognized by the University Senate.

ORBe a holder of a Masters Degree in a relevant discipline from JKUAT or its equivalent from a University recognized by the University Senate.

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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE and ECONOMIC STUDIES (JUJA MAIN CAMPUS)

Master of Business Administration

Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent from a recognized universityBachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours plus at least three years relevant experience Bachelors degree with pass plus at least five years relevant postgraduate experience

2 years part-time (Weekdays –evenings from 5pm and all day Saturdays

F. ICSIT

Msc. Software Engineering:

Entry Requirements:

The minimum requirements for eligibility into the Master of Science in Software Engineering are:

a) Holders of a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Computer Technology/Information Technology, Mathematics and Computer science, and Electronic Engineering of at least Upper Second Class Honours of JKUAT.

b) Holders of a Bachelor's degree in a related discipline: Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics and Physics of at least Upper Second Class Honours and holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science of a minimum Credit grade from an institution recognized by senate or an equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by Senate.

c) Any other qualification from an institution recognized by senate and equivalent to (a) and (b) above.

G. INSTITUTE OF ENVIRONMENTA AND ENERGY TECHNOLOGY

Master of Science in Energy Technology (MSc. ET) i) A holder of at least B.Sc. Second Class Honors (Upper Division) in Agricultural, Engineering and

Applied/Physical/Biological, from JKUAT or any other University/Institution recognized by JKUAT Senate.ii) A BSc degree second class (lower division)in the subjects listed above with a minimum working experience

of 3 years in a related field/or experience in terms of publication in relevant field. iii) Any other equivalent qualification recognised by JKUAT Senate

Master of Science in Environmental Legislation and Management (Msc. (ELM). i) A Bachelor degree second Class (Upper Division) in Medical, Engineering, Agricultural and

Applied/Biological/Physical from JKUAT or any other university recognized by JKUAT Senate.ii) A BSc degree second class (lower division) in the subjects listed above with a minimum working experience

of 3 years in a related field/or experience in terms of publication in relevant field. iii) Any other equivalent qualification recognised by JKUAT Senate

Master of Science in Occupational Safety and Health (MSc. OSH)i) A Bachelor degree second Class (Upper Division) in Medical, Engineering, Agricultural and

Applied/Biological/ Physical/Social Sciences, Humanities and Law from JKUAT or any other university recognized by JKUAT Senate.

ii) A BSc degree second class (lower division) as in subjects listed above with a minimum working experience of 3 years in a related field/or experience in terms of publication in relevant field.

iii) A BSc degree with additional of Post Graduate Diploma in OSH with Credit from JKUATiv) Any other equivalent qualification recognised by JKUAT Senate

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DURATION : TWO YEARS NAIROBI CAMPUS -EVENING CLASSES

JKUAT(MAIN CAMPUS)- DAY TIME AND EVENING CLASSES

Post Graduate Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health (PGD. OSH).

i) Minimum pass in a Bachelor degree in any Medical, Engineering, Agricultural and Applied/Biological/ Physical/Social Sciences, Humanities and Law from JKUAT or any other university recognized by JKUAT Senate

ii) Any other qualification equivalent to subjects listed above and recognised by the JKUAT senate.

DURATION : ONE YEAR NAIROBI CAMPUS -EVENING CLASSES

JKUAT(MAIN CAMPUS)- DAY TIME AND EVENING CLASSES

Application forms for the Post graduate programmes can be obtained at the board of postgraduate studies at a non-refundable fee of Kshs 1,500.00. After completion of PGD in OSH, one has the option of upgrading to MSc. in the same.Schedules: The admission for the first year is in May 2012.Application Deadline: The deadline for submission of application forms is 24th February, 2012.

PhD programmes: Requirements: Relevant Msc. DegreeInstitute for Energy and Environmental Technology also offers PhD programmes in a) PhD in Environmental Technology b) PhD in Environmental Management c) PhD in Energy Technology d) PhD in Occupational Safety and Health.

H. ITROMID

For their training, M.Sc. and Ph.D. students will be based at ITROMID, KEMRI campus.

1. Master of Science (M.Sc.) - 2-Year Programme2. Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - 3-Year Programme

Minimum Admission Requirements

Course Minimum Entry Requirements

Master of Science (M.Sc)13. Medical Microbiology14. Medical Virology15. Medical Mycology16. Medical Biotechnology17. Mycobacteriology18. Medical Parasitology

and Entomology19. Molecular Medicine in

the following specialization areas:

iv. Applied Immunology

v. Clinical Immunology

vi. Molecular Biology

20. Medicinal Phytochemistry

21. Medicinal Chemistry22. Epidemiology

University degree with Upper Second Class Honours in the respective discipline from a University recognized by JKUAT Senate.

OR

University degree with Lower Second Class Honours in the respective discipline plus acceptable evidence of research ability or academic work recognized by JKUAT Senate.

In addition to the above minimum admission requirements, applicants wishing to be in the programmes specified below must be holders of degrees indicated:-

a) M.Sc. in Medical Chemistry – B Pharmacy or Botany or Chemistry or Biochemistry.

b) M.Sc. in Medicinal Phytochemistry – holders of a degree in:- Pharmacy, or Botany, or Chemistry or Biochemistry.

OR- Be a holder of any other qualification accepted by the University Senate as equivalent to any of the above.

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23. International Health24. Public Health

Masters of Medical Laboratory Sciences (MMLS) in the following specialization areas:

Clinical and Public Health Bacteriology

Clinical and Public Health Mycology

Clinical and Public Health Virology

Clinical and Public Health Parasitology

Clinical and Public Health Immunology

Clinical Haematology and Blood Transfusion

Clinical Chemistry

Clinical Histopathology and Diagnostic Cytology

Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences (PGDinMMLS

Holders of Bachelor of science in Medical Laboratory Sciences of JKUAT or any other KMLTTB approved training institution recognized by JKUAT senate, having at least the equivalent grades for an upper second class honours degree.

OR

Holders of PGD in Medical Laboratory Sciences of JKUAT or any other KMLTTB approved training institution recognized by JKUAT senate

Bachelor degree in any relevant biological-based discipline from a recognized university by JKUAT senate with the equivalent of an honours degree.

Fulltime programme shall be completed in 3 semesters (which will be covered in 12 months)

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D)(as above)

Masters degree in relevant areas

The same information is readily available in our website www.jkuat.ac.ke

*NB. These are the minimum requirements; other conditions may apply for individual programmes.

NAKURU CBD CAMPUS, NAKURU COUNTY

JANUARY 2012 INTAKE-POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

SCHOOL FOR HUMAN RESOURSE DEVELOPMENTCOURSE TITLE QUALIFICATION DURATION & MODE OF

STUDY1. PhD in Business

Administration2. PhD in Human Resource

Management3. PhD in Entrepreneurship

- Relevant Masters degree 3 years - part-time(weekends only)

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1. Master of Business Administration (MBA)

2. Master of Science in Entrepreneurship

3. Master of Science in Human Resource Management

4. Master of Science in Procurement & Logistics

5. Post Graduate Diploma in Human Resource Management

6. Master of Science in Project Management

vii) Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent from a recognized university

viii) Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours plus at least three years relevant experience

ix) Bachelors degree with pass plus at least five years relevant postgraduate experience

x) For PGD-HRM, apart from the above qualifications, other qualifications recognized by the University Senate.(PGD-HRM, we carry credits to MSC. HRM)

2 Years Full-time

OR2 Years Part-time (Weekdays - evenings from 5 pm and Saturdays)

OR (Saturdays and Sundays at the Nakuru campus

PGD- HRM – 1 year

INSTITUTE FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL TECHNOLOGY (IEET)

1. Master of Science In Occupational Safety & Health( MSc. OSH)

i) BSc. degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours in Agricultural, Engineering and Applied/physical/Biological Sciences, from University/Institution recognized by JKUAT Senate.

ii) A holder Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours in the subject areas listed in (i) above provided the candidate has research experience as evidenced by relevant publications.

iii) A holder of an equivalent qualification as in (ii) above of any other University or Institution recognized by University Senate.

2 years full time OR2 year part-time weekend only

1. Post graduate Diploma in Occupational Safety & Health

i) A bachelors Degree in Science Disciplineii) Higher National Diploma in Science discipline with at least two years of practical experience at professional of managerial level in the field of health and safety

9 months full time OR

9 Months weekend only

INSTITUTE OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFOMATION TECHNOLOGY (ICSIT)

1. Master of Science in Computer Systems

(i)Holders of a Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours from University recognized by JKUAT Senate.(ii)Holders of a Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours from University recognized by JKUAT Senate with at least three years experience. (iii)Holders of a Bachelors degree with a pass and working experience of at least five years.iv) A holder of an equivalent qualification

from an institution recognized by University Senate.

3 year part-time( weekend only)

MODE OF APPLICATION - Applications can be made on prescribed forms obtainable from Nakuru CBD Campus or School for Human Resources Development (SHRD) -JKUAT Main Campus upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kshs. 1,500. Application forms may also be down loaded from the JKUAT website at www.jkuat.ac.ke. For fees details and affordable Hostel accommodation in Nakuru, please contact the addresses below. The mode of Study will also depend on the quorum.

ACCOUNT TITLE: JKUATBANK: Barclays – 077-500-1216

Cooperative Bank – 0112-9989-52900 KCB – 1107588871

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http://www.jkuat.ac.ke/

The Director, Nakuru CBD Campus, Nakuru County Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology, P. O. Box 1063-20100 GPO Nakuru - KENYA. Telephone : 051-2216660E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.jkuat.ac.ke

KISII CBD CAMPUS

(A). DEGREE PROGRAMMESProgramme Requirements Duration

of studySemester fees(Ksh.)

Mode of study

Ph. D. in Entrepreneurship

Master’s degree in a relevant field

3 years 162,500 Full time/Weekends

Ph. D. in Human Resource Management



Ph. D. in Business Administration



M. Sc. Human Resource Management

Bachelor’s Degree with at least 2nd Class honours degree or Second Class degree lower division plus three years relevant experience or a bachelor’s degree with a pass plus at least five years relevant postgraduate experience


MBA (Marketing, Finance, or Strategic Management)

As above 2 years 80,250 Full time/Weekends

M. Sc. in Entrepreneurship


M. Sc. in Procurement


M. Sc. In microfinance


Executive MBA Bachelor’s Degree plus three years experience in a senior

3 semesters 97,000 Full time/

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management position. Targets CEOs and Directors of organizations

Evenings/Weekends

M. Sc. Zoology (Conservation Biology)

Holders of at least a 2nd Class Honours(upper Division) Degree in Biological Sciences having studied Zoology as a major or regular subject or holders of Second Class Honours (Lower Division) with acceptable evidence of research ability in Zoology

2 years 79.750 Full time/Weekends

M.Sc.in Applied Statistics

Be a holder of B.Sc. Degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours, Having studied Statistics as a single subject or as a major of two subjects studied at JKUAT or any other University recognised by the Senate.OR Under exceptional circumstances a holder of a Bachelors degree with Second class Degree-Lower division or its equivalent may be eligible for registration provided that the candidate can produce evidence of proven research ability in appropriate branch of Statistics

2 years 317,000(total fees)

Full time/Evenings/Weekends/

M. Sc. Computer syatems and Information Technology

B. Sc. Science or B.Sc. IT 2 Years Full time/ Weekends

Postgraduate Diploma in applied statistics

A holder of a Bachelor degree with at least Lower Second Class Honours, having studied Statistics as a single subject or as a major of two subjects studied at JKUAT or at any other University Recognised by the Senate OR a holder of a quantitative degree, not necessarily in statistics, with al least Lower second class honours, from JKUAT or any other University recognised by the Senate, but with relevant experience in

3 semesters 157,500(total fees)

Full time/evenings/weekends

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statistics.On successful completion of postgraduate Diploma, a student may be admitted to second year of M.Sc. in Applied statistics.

1. HOW TO APPLY Application forms can obtained from OURU TOWERS offices on 5nd floor upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Ksh. 1,500/=. Application fee may be paid by banker’s cheque or deposited directly into the University account.

Bank: Barclays Bank, Barclays plazaAccount title: JKUAT

Account number: 077-500-1216

Duly filled forms, copies of certificates and a copy of the application fee receipt should be returned. For more information please contact:

The Director,JKUAT Kisii CBD Campus

P.O. BOX 268(40200), Kisii. Tel. 020-2623007/05831129

JKUAT IS ISO 9001:2008 CERTIFIED

NAIROBI CAMPUS

INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING POST GRADUATE PART TIME (EVENING) COURSES COMMENCING May 2012

MASTERS PROGRAMMESCOURSE MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS DURATIO

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1. Master of Science Degree in Entrepreneurship

(MSc. Ent.)

2. Master of Science in Procurement and Logistics

(MSc. Proc.)

3. Masters in Business Administration

(MBA)

4. Master of Science in Computer

i) Bachelors degree with at least Upper Second Class Honours or equivalent from a recognized university.

ii) Bachelors degree with Lower Second Class Honours plus at least three years relevant experience

iii) iii) Bachelors degree with pass plus at least five years relevant postgraduate experience

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Systems 2 years part-time

(Weekdays evening

plus Saturday)

5. MSc. Bioinformatics and Molecular Biology

A holder of a Bachelors Degree with atleast Upper Second class honours in the following:-i) Biochemistry or Molecular Biologyii) Biological and Agriculture Sciencesiii) Computer Scienceiv) Maths and/or Statisticsv) Physical Sciencesvi) Engineering and Health Sciences Sufficient background of

biochmiestry in undegraduate and computer sciences and programming

6. MSc. Applied Statistics

i) A holder of a Bachelors Degree with atleast Upper Second class honours having studied statisti cs as a single subject or as a major of 2 subjects studied at the degree level at JKUAT or any other university recognised by the senate.

OR ii) A holder of a quantititaive degree

not necessarily in statistics s with at at least Upper Class from JKUAT or any other University recognised by the senate but with work experience in Statisticss

ORiii) A holder of a Bachelors degree with

Lower Class Honurs or its equivalent maybe eligible for registration provided that the candidate can produce evidence of proven research ability in an appropriate branch of statistics.

7. MSc. In Chemistry: Analytical, Organic and Natural Products and Inorganic

i)A holder of at least Second Class Honours, Upper Division degree having studied Chemistry either as a single subject or as one of two science subjects at Bachelors Degree level or its equivalent from a University recognised by the Senate.

ORii) Under exceptional

circumstances a holder of at least a Second class honours Lower division degree having studied chemistry either as a single subject or as one of two science subjects at Bachelors Degree level or its equivalent may be registered provided the candidate produces evidence of proven post gradiate research ability.

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8. Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Statistics

i) i) A holder of a Bachelors degree with at least Lower Class Honours having studied Statistcs as a single subject or as a major of two subjects studied at the degree level at JKUAT or any other University recognised by the Senate

ORii) A holder of a quantitative degree not

necessarily in Statistics with atleast Lower Second Class Honours from JKUAT or any other University recognised by the Seante but with relevant work experience in Statistics.

One academic

year

Location

The JKUAT Nairobi Campus is located about 10 km from the City centre on the Kabarsiran Avenue off Waiyaki Way, Nairobi. It is easily accessible by public transport(Matatu 23/30).

Application Procedure

Application will be made on prescribed forms obtained from the office of the Principal (JKUAT-Nairobi Campus) upon payment of non-refundable application fees of Kshs 1500/- 0.

For further details contact:-The Principal, JKUAT-Nairobi CAMPUSP.O. BOX 62000-00200 NAIROBITel: 020-4447769/ 0729-958003

KAREN CAMPUS

MAY 2012 INTAKE POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology - Karen Campus invites candidates to apply for the May 2012 admission into the underlisted self sponsored Postgraduate Programmes.(All programmes are part-time) Course Minimum Entry Requirements DURATIO

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PHD (Entrepreneurship)

-Be a holder of Masters degree in entrepreneurship from JKUAT or its equivalent from a recognized institution/University. OR-Be a holder of a Masters Degree from JKUAT or its equivalent from a recognized institution/University, provided such candidates shall have passed in the prescribed prerequisite course units at Masters level.

3 Years

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PHD(Human Resource Management)

-Be a holder of Masters degree in Human Resource Management from JKUAT or its equivalent from a recognized institution/University. OR-Be a holder of a Masters Degree in a relevant discipline with human resource option from JKUAT or its equivalent from a recognized institution/University, provided such candidates shall have passed in the prescribed prerequisite course units at Masters level.

3 Years

PHD(Business Administration)

-Be a holder of Masters degree in Business Administration from JKUAT or its equivalent from a recognized institution/University. OR-Be a holder of a Masters Degree in a relevant discipline in any one Business Administration option from JKUAT or its equivalent from a recognized institution/University. Holders of executive degree programmes do not qualify.

3 Years

PHD(Mass Communication) -Be a holder of Masters degree in Mass Communication from JKUAT or its equivalent from a recognized institution/University. OR-Be a holder of a Masters Degree in a relevant discipline from JKUAT or its equivalent from a recognized institution/University.The relevant disciplines include Communication, Muitimedia,Production,Education(Communication), Information Communication Technology, Law.

3 Years

Masters in Business Administration(MBA)

-Be a holder of Bachelors Degree with at least Upper 2nd Class honors in any discipline or its equivalent from an Institution recognized by the University Senate. Or,-Be a holder of Bachelors Degree with at least Lower 2nd Class honors plus at least three years relevant experience.-Be a holder of Bachelors Degree with pass plus at least five years relevant postgraduate experience.

4 Semesters

Master of Science in Human Resource Management ( HRM)

-Be a holder of Bachelors Degree with at least Upper 2nd Class honors in any discipline or its equivalent from an Institution recognized by the University Senate. Or,-Be a holder of Bachelors Degree with at least Lower 2nd Class honors plus at least three years relevant experience.-Be a holder of Bachelors Degree with pass plus at least five years relevant postgraduate experience

4 Semesters

MSC. (Mass Communication)

-Be a holder of Bachelors Degree with at least Upper 2nd Class honors in any discipline or its equivalent from an Institution recognized by the University Senate. Or,-Be a holder of Bachelors Degree with at least Lower 2nd Class honors plus at least three years relevant experience.-Be a holder of Bachelors Degree with pass plus at least five years relevant postgraduate experience.

4 Semesters

MSC. (Entrepreneurship)

-Be a holder of Bachelors Degree with at least Upper 2nd Class honors in any discipline or its equivalent from an Institution recognized by the University Senate. Or,-Be a holder of Bachelors Degree with at least Lower 2nd Class honors plus at least three years

4 Semesters

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relevant experience.-Be a holder of Bachelors Degree with pass plus at least five years relevant postgraduate experience.

*NB. These are the minimum requirements; other conditions apply for individual programmes.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE Candidates seeking admission are required to fill application forms obtained from the Principals Office - JKUAT – KAREN CAMPUS NAIROBI on payment of non-refundable fee of Kshs. 1500 for the Post-graduate programmes. The application fee can be paid to any branch of the Standard Chartered Bank, JKUAT – KAREN CAMPUS Account # 0108023434902, or a Bankers Cheque.

For more information, please contact:The Principals Office: Tel +254-020-892223, 892224, 891566, 0727 803636, 0735 865 163, 0770 292 440 or Fax 254 020-890797. email [email protected]

OFFERED AT NAIROBI CBD CAMPUSApplications are invited from suitably qualified candidates to pursue the following Postgraduate programmes commencing in MAY 2012.

COURSE MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

DURATION

Executive Master of Business Administration

i) Bachelors degree in any field of study plus three years post qualification working experience in a Senior Management position.

ii) Or, Professional qualifications such as CPA (K), CSIA (K), CPS (K), ACCA (level 3), plus three years post qualification working experience in a Senior Management position.

iii) Or, Higher National Diploma in any field of study, plus three years post qualification working experience in a Senior Management position.

Target: Current and prospective CEOs and Directors of organizations.

1 year part time (Fridays and Saturdays)OrWeek days

i) PhD in Entrepreneurship

ii) PhD in Human Resource Management

iii) PhD in Supply Chain

MSc in a relevant field 3 year s part time (Saturdays / Sundays)

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iv) PhD Business Administration

MBAi) MSc. Human Resource

Management

ii) MSc. Entrepreneurship

iii) Master of Business Administration

iv) MSc. Procurement and Logistics

v) MSc. ICT Policy and Regulation

i) Bachelors degree with at least Upper second class Honours or equivalent from a recognized university

ii) Bachelors degree with Lower second class Honours plus at least three years post qualification experience

iii) Bachelors degree with pass plus at least five years post qualification experience.

2 year s part time (Weekdays and Saturdays)

Applications for the courses are on official application forms, which may be obtained from JKUAT CBD Campus, Pension Towers, Loita Street. All forms are obtained upon payment of a non-refundable fee of Kshs. 1,500/=. Payments can either be made by cash deposit to Account number 03-072- 1022145 Barclays Bank or Bankers Cheque in favour of JKUAT CBD CAMPUS. For more information please contact:The Director,JKUAT Nairobi CBD CampusPension Towers, Loita StreetNAIROBI.Tel: 020-2213306E-mail: [email protected]

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