Business Management Program - Nia Innovation And Technology Training College

Program Overview

Choose between our Certificate (Level 5) and Diploma (Level 6) programs to advance your business management career

Certificate Program

Level 5

Our Business Management Certificate provides comprehensive training in sales activities, purchasing skills, staffing activities, financial accounting, business communication, entrepreneurship, economics, and administrative duties. Develop expertise to manage business operations effectively.

Duration: 1 Year (1,730 Hours)

Study Mode: Full-time & Part-time

Credits: 173

Entry Requirement: KCSE D+ or equivalent

Total Fees: KES 110,000 (Inclusive of tuition, practicals, and examination fees)

Diploma Program

Level 6

Our Business Management Diploma provides advanced training in supply chain management, marketing activities, HR operations, organizational strategy, business risk management, accounting operations, and research projects. Develop expertise to lead business operations in complex organizational environments.

Duration: 18 Months (2,660 Hours)

Study Mode: Full-time & Part-time

Credits: 266

Entry Requirement: KCSE C- or Business Management Level 5

Total Fees: KES 155,000 (Inclusive of tuition, practicals, and examination fees)

Curriculum

Comprehensive learning paths covering essential and advanced graphics design skills

Graphics Design Level 5 (KNQF Level 5)

Total Duration: 1,760 Hours | Total Credits: 176

ISCED Code	TVET CDACC Code	Unit Title	Duration (Hours)	Credit Factor
MODULE I
0211 451 07A	VA/CU/GD/CC/01/5/MA	Hand Drawing	80	8.0
0211 451 02A	VA/CU/GD/CR/01/5/MA	Conceptualization of Graphic Design	80	8.0
0611 451 01A	VA/CU/GD/BC/01/5/MA	Digital Literacy	40	4.0
0211 451 06A	VA/CU/GD/CC/02/5/MA	Design Elements and Principles	40	4.0
0211 451 01A	VA/CU/GD/CR/02/5/MA	Digital Graphic Design	180	18.0
MODULE I SUBTOTAL			420	42.0
MODULE II
0211 451 04A	VA/CU/GD/CR/03/5/MA	Graphic Illustrations I	180	18.0
0417 451 03A	VA/CU/GD/BC/03/5/MA	Workplace Ethics and Practices	40	4.0
0211 451 03A	VA/CU/GD/CR/04/5/MA	Graphic Artwork Production	160	16.0
0031 451 02A	VA/CU/GD/BC/02/5/MA	Communication Skills	40	4.0
MODULE II SUBTOTAL			420	42.0
MODULE III
0211 451 05A	VA/CU/GD/CR/05/5/MA	Graphic Design Artwork	360	36.0
0413 451 04A	VA/CU/GD/BC/04/5/MA	Entrepreneurial Skills	40	4.0
0211 451 08A	VA/CU/GD/CC/03/5/MA	Design Ethics and Law	40	4.0
MODULE III SUBTOTAL			440	44.0
INDUSTRY TRAINING
-	VA/CU/GD/CR/06/5/MA	Industry Training	480	48.0
GRAND TOTAL
GRAPHICS DESIGN LEVEL 5 TOTAL			1,760	176.0

Graphics Design Level 6 (KNQF Level 6)

Total Duration: 2,800 Hours | Total Credits: 280

ISCED Code	TVET CDACC Code	Unit Title	Duration (Hours)	Credit Factor
MODULE I
0211 451 07A	VA/CU/GD/CC/01/5/MA	Hand Drawing	80	8.0
0211 451 02A	VA/CU/GD/CR/01/5/MA	Conceptualize Graphic Design	80	8.0
0611 451 01A	VA/CU/GD/BC/01/5/MA	Digital Literacy	40	4.0
0211 451 06A	VA/CU/GD/CC/02/5/MA	Design Elements and Principles	40	4.0
0211 451 01A	VA/CU/GD/CR/02/5/MA	Digital Graphic Design	180	18.0
MODULE I SUBTOTAL			420	42.0
MODULE II
0211 451 04A	VA/CU/GD/CR/03/5/MA	Graphic Illustrations I	180	18.0
0417 451 03A	VA/CU/GD/BC/03/5/MA	Workplace Ethics and Practices	40	4.0
0211 451 03A	VA/CU/GD/CR/04/5/MA	Graphic Artwork Production	160	16.0
0031 451 02A	VA/CU/GD/BC/02/5/MA	Communication Skills	40	4.0
MODULE II SUBTOTAL			420	42.0
MODULE III
0211 451 05A	VA/CU/GD/CR/05/5/MA	Graphic Design Artwork	360	36.0
0413 451 04A	VA/CU/GD/BC/04/5/MA	Entrepreneurial Skills	40	4.0
0211 451 08A	VA/CU/GD/CC/03/5/MA	Design Ethics and Law	40	4.0
MODULE III SUBTOTAL			440	44.0
MODULE IV
0211 551 09A	VA/CU/GD/CR/01/6/MA	Graphic Design Budget	40	4.0
0211 551 08A	VA/CU/GD/CR/02/6/MA	User Experience Design	100	10.0
0211 551 07A	VA/CU/GD/CR/03/6/MA	Advertising Design	300	30.0
0211 551 06A	VA/CU/GD/CR/04/6/MA	Typography	80	8.0
MODULE IV SUBTOTAL			520	52.0
MODULE V
0211 551 13A	VA/CU/GD/CR/05/6/MA	Publication Design	160	16.0
0211 551 12A	VA/CU/GD/CR/06/6/MA	Packaging Design	100	10.0
0211 551 11A	VA/CU/GD/CR/07/6/MA	Signage Production	60	6.0
0211 551 10A	VA/CU/GD/CR/08/6/MA	Photography	40	4.0
0211 551 14A	VA/CU/GD/CR/09/6/MA	Graphic Illustrations II	160	16.0
MODULE V SUBTOTAL			520	52.0
INDUSTRY TRAINING
-	VA/CU/GD/CR/10/6/MA	Industry Training	480	48.0
GRAND TOTAL
GRAPHICS DESIGN LEVEL 6 TOTAL			2,800	280.0

Entry Requirements

What you need to join our Graphics Design programs

Certificate Program (Level 5)

Minimum qualifications for entry:

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E.) with a minimum mean grade of D (Plain)
Equivalent qualifications as determined by TVETA
Basic computer literacy
Artistic aptitude

Diploma Program (Level 6)

Requirements for advanced qualification:

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E.) with a minimum mean grade of C- (minus)
Graphics Design or related Level 5 Certificate
Equivalent qualifications as determined by TVET Authority
Demonstrated design portfolio

International Students

Additional requirements for international applicants:

Equivalent academic qualifications
Proof of English proficiency
Student visa and passport
Medical insurance coverage
Financial support evidence

Career Progression

Your pathway to success in graphics design and creative industries

Junior Graphic Designer

Average Salary: KES 50,000 - 90,000/month

Entry-level position creating visual content, learning design software, and assisting senior designers.

Graphic Designer

Average Salary: KES 90,000 - 150,000/month

Mid-level role creating professional designs, managing client projects, and developing creative solutions.

Senior Designer / Art Director

Average Salary: KES 150,000 - 280,000/month

Senior role leading design teams, setting creative direction, and managing major client accounts.

Creative Director / Design Manager

Average Salary: KES 280,000 - 500,000+/month

Leadership role overseeing creative strategy, managing design teams, and driving brand innovation.

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