Leadership and Management - Strathmore University

(BLM) Bachelor of Science in
Leadership and
Management
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The Course
The Bachelor of Science in Leadership &
Management degree prepares candidates to work
in the areas of general management, health care
management, and management of non
profit organisations, public relations,
public administration and related fields. It
is designed to meet the current need for
managers with broad based training and
ability to lead change and development in
organisations.
Benefits of the Programme
The Bachelor of Science in Leadership &
Management degree programme aims to
achieve the following:
(a) To enhance students’ capability to
take a leading role in the processes
of contemporary organisational
development and change.
(b) To enhance the ability to critically
evaluate business and management
issues and develop solutions from
the moral, professional and practical
perspectives.
(c) To instill a problem-solving attitude
and business ethics in the practice of
management.
(d) To prepare the candidates for
progression to higher levels of study.
Careers
The course is structured to reflect the
changes taking place in organisations
today and to provide a firm foundation
for the world of work. It also considers
the necessary academic subjects and
consideration of ethical principles and
general studies that should influence
decision-making in an organisation. The
curriculum incorporates courses in
information technology to help meet the
requirements of today’s professions and
also the projected continued influence
of information technology in conducting
business. Courses in humanities and ethics
are included to address the need for a
broader consideration of issues in decisionmaking.
Students can choose an area of
specialisation in any of the following
three areas: Public Administration; Health
Care Management and Management of
Non‐profit Organisations.
Target Groups
(a) Applicants who would like to posses
qualifications in Leadership and
Management.
(b) The programme is also open to
professionals who posses relevant
qualifications for admission to a degree
programme and are interested in
developing a career in leadership and
management.
(c) School leavers who have attained
the minimum qualifications to start a
career in business and management.
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Education Financing
To help you manage your education financing,
Strathmore has partnered with Commercial
Bank of Africa and the World Bank’s International
Finance Corporation to offer low-interest loans to
students pursuing degrees and diplomas at the
University. Students can also get loans from
the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
Learning Facilities
E-Learning
Strathmore University is a pioneer in
the use of ICT. Our e-learning system
enables students to view the coursework
material that lecturers have posted, submit
their finished assignments, update their
calendars, interact and chat with fellow
students, participate in various fora and
communicate with their lecturer. Students
have access to numerous computer
laboratories, unlimited Internet, a wide
range of software and e-mail. A wireless
network enables students with laptops
access to the network from various
locations around the campus.
Library
The library complex and reading room are
spacious, with an atmosphere that is highly
conducive to private study and research.
The wide range of material contributes
to the university’s excellent academic
performance. The library system is available
online.
Entry
Requirements
A candidate must satisfy any of the
following requirements:
(a) Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent
examination) certificate with a
minimum aggregate of C+ and a
minimum of C in both Mathematics
and English, or
(b) Be a holder of KACE certificate with a
minimum of two principal passes and
one subsidiary pass, and a minimum
of a credit pass in Mathematics and
English at KCE.
(c) Be a holder of a diploma or
professional certificate in a relevant
discipline from an institution
recognised by the Academic Council
of the University, or
(d) Be a holder of any other qualification
accepted by the Academic Council of
the University as equivalent to any of
the above.
Exemptions and Credit Transfer
ILM, DLM, DBM holders are exempted at
the the discretion of University Academic
Council. They get 1½ years exemptions.
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At Strathmore University, we are open to everyone, as
felt in our warm family atmosphere and the simplicity and
confidence with which we engage one another. We encourage
open, lively and responsible interaction based on the respect
for the freedom and opinion of others. Our culture and
reputation for outstanding excellence has deep roots. We are
driven by the desire to enable you recognise the dignity and
worth of self and of others and to make that fact propel you
to achieve the greatest possible excellence in what you do and
to do it for the service of others. Strathmore University is for
those seeking to be that peerless professional, revolutionary
entrepreneur, inspirational manager or exemplary leader who
wants to make an impact and transform our society.
How to reach us
The University is located on Ole Sangale Road (off Langata
Road) accessible by private means or public transport from the
Central Bus Station with signboard 14A – Strathmore.
For more details contact:
Admissions Office, Strathmore University
PO Box 59857-00200 City Square, Nairobi, Kenya
Tel (020) 6006155 Mobile 0733 618135, 0722 205428
Fax (020) 6007498 Email admissions@strathmore.edu
www.strathmore.edu
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