Women's University in Africa

What you'll study

Students develop a broad grounding in management principles and applied skills. Key topics include:

• Management principles and organisational behaviour
• Leadership and decision-making for teams and organisations
• Strategic management: planning, implementation and evaluation
• Human resource management: recruitment, motivation, performance and development
• Financial management for organisational planning and decisions
• Marketing and business development to enhance competitiveness
• Entrepreneurship and innovation for business growth
• Use of information and communication technologies (ICT) in management
• Research, analytical skills and approaches to managing change and sustainability
• Ethical and professional conduct in management

Entry requirements

Normal entry routes include one of the following: five Ordinary Level passes including English and Mathematics; a relevant certificate from a recognised institution; a relevant professional qualification recognised by the institution; or relevant work experience in management, administration, business or entrepreneurship subject to institutional approval. Applicants lacking standard academic credentials but with substantial relevant work experience may be considered through a mature-entry assessment in line with institutional policy.

Career prospects

Graduates can move into supervisory and mid-level roles across public, private and non-profit sectors. Typical positions listed for holders of this qualification include management assistant, administrative or office manager, operations supervisor/manager, business development or sales executive, human resources assistant/officer, procurement and administration officer, project coordinator, customer relations officer, NGO programme officer, and entrepreneur or business owner. The diploma can also serve as a foundation for further study in management-related fields.

Scholarships & funding angle

The programme text does not specify scholarships. Prospective students should check the institution's financial aid office for available bursaries, employer sponsorship options, or national funding schemes that support professional diplomas.