Bachelor of Management and Office Administration
The Bachelor of Management and Office Administration is a four-year programme that prepares students for office management, administrative management and business administration. Students study office management, business administration, human resource management, communication and organisational management. The programme combines administrative skills with management theory for office and administrative roles.
The short answer
- What it costs
- Up to Ksh 105,000 a year at a private one.The detail
- Who can get in
- A KCSE mean grade of C+ or above, plus 4 subject grades. There is another way in without it.The detail
- How long, and when
- Takes 4 years, full-time, with 3 months of attachment. Next intake January 2027, at 1 institution.The detail
- Where it leads
- 8 careers in the catalogue. The least exposed to AI is Forensic Audit Investigator, at 17 out of 100.The detail
The programme
What you study, how long it takes, and how it is delivered.
Overview
Students develop competencies in office management, administrative procedures, business communication, human resource management, records management and organisational management. They learn to manage offices, coordinate administrative functions, supervise staff and support organisational operations. The programme covers office management, administration, communication, HR and management.
In Kenya, management and office administration is important across all sectors. Kenya's business environment and organisational needs create demand. Graduates find roles in corporate offices, government departments, NGOs, educational institutions, healthcare facilities and administrative departments.
Teaching is delivered through lectures, practical exercises, case studies, industrial attachment and research projects. Students practice office procedures, develop communication skills, manage administrative projects and undertake industrial attachment. The programme includes a final-year research project.
Graduates pursue careers as office managers, administrative officers, executive assistants, office administrators and administrative managers. Some work for corporate organisations. Others join government departments, NGOs or educational institutions.
This programme is ideal for individuals with organisational skills, communication abilities and interest in office management and administration.
What you study
10 subjects- Office Management and Administration
- Business Communication and Report Writing
- Human Resource Management
- Records and Information Management
- Organisational Behaviour and Management
- Business Mathematics and Statistics
- Office Technology and Automation
- Project Management
- Financial Management and Accounting
- Research Methods
Modules
12 in the programmeIntroduction to Management and Administration
Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore
Introduction to Management and Administration: Management principles, administrative theory and organisational structures Covers planning, organising, leadership, and control in organisational cont...
Business Communication and Report Writing
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Business Communication and Report Writing: Business communication, report writing, presentations and correspondence Develops practical skills for academic and professional contexts.
Office Technology and Automation
Year 1Semester 33 creditsCore
Office Technology and Automation: Office technology, computer applications, office automation and digital tools Covers theoretical foundations, practical applications, and industry-relevant skills.
Records and Information Management
Year 2Semester 13 creditsCore
Records and Information Management: Records management, filing systems, document control and information management Covers planning, organising, leadership, and control in organisational contexts.
Human Resource Management
Year 2Semester 23 creditsCore
Human Resource Management: HR management, staffing, training, performance management and labour relations Covers planning, organising, leadership, and control in organisational contexts.
Organisational Behaviour and Management
Year 2Semester 33 creditsCore
Organisational Behaviour and Management: Organisational behaviour, motivation, leadership and organisational culture Covers planning, organising, leadership, and control in organisational contexts.
Office Management and Administration
Year 3Semester 13 creditsCore
Office Management and Administration: Office management, administrative procedures, office systems and supervision Covers planning, organising, leadership, and control in organisational contexts.
Financial Management and Accounting
Year 3Semester 23 creditsCore
Financial Management and Accounting: Financial accounting, budgeting, cost management and financial reporting Covers financial reporting, budgeting, investment analysis, and regulatory frameworks.
Project Management
Year 3Semester 33 creditsCore
Project Management: Project planning, execution, monitoring and project management tools Covers project lifecycle, resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
Strategic Management and Planning
Year 4Semester 13 creditsCore
Strategic Management and Planning: Strategic management, planning, strategy formulation and implementation Covers planning, organising, leadership, and control in organisational contexts.
Quality Management and Productivity
Year 4Semester 23 creditsCore
Quality management, productivity improvement, process optimisation and standards
Final Year Research Project
Year 4Semester 36 creditsCore
Final Year Research Project: Independent research on management and office administration Involves independent research, data analysis, and scholarly writing under supervision.
Specialisations
Administrative Management
Specialization in Administrative Management, preparing graduates for careers such as business-administration.
Office Management
Specialization in Office Management, preparing graduates for careers such as business-administration.
Project Management
Specialization in Project Management, preparing graduates for careers such as business-administration.
Quality Management
Specialization in Quality Management, preparing graduates for careers such as business-administration.
Human Resource Management
Specialization in Human Resource Management, preparing graduates for careers such as business-administration.
Records Management
Specialization in Records Management, preparing graduates for careers such as business-administration.
A day as a student
A typical day combines morning lectures on office management or business communication with afternoon practical exercises or case studies. Students may practice office procedures, develop communication materials, manage administrative projects or work on management assignments.
The trade-offs
| In its favour | Against it |
|---|---|
| Every organisation needs administrative professionals | Some roles may be perceived as routine |
| Combines administrative skills with management knowledge | Entry-level positions may have modest salaries |
| Diverse career paths across all sectors | May require additional certifications for advancement |
| Relevant to modern digital office environments | Some positions may have limited career growth |
What it costs
Tuition at both ends of the market, and how to pay for it.
What it costs, and where
Against 331 business coursesAnnual tuition in Kenyan shillings, rounded. The upright tick is the median for this field, so a bar sitting entirely to its right is an expensive programme by the standards of its own subject.
The fine print
MKU only (private), Ksh 105K/yr (52,500/sem) per KUCCPS & mku.ac.ke. No public univ offers this.
Students may access HELB loans and county bursaries. Some organisations offer internship stipends.
Funding options
Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
LoanKsh 60,000
National Government Affirmative Action Fund (NGAAF)
Bursary
County Government Bursaries
Bursary
Scholarships
3 recordedHigher Education Loans Board (HELB) Loan
LoanKsh 60,000Kenyan
Kenyan students admitted to recognised universities
County Government Bursaries
BursaryKenyan
Residents of respective counties
Higher Education Fund (HEF)
BursaryKenyan
Kenyan undergraduate students placed by KUCCPS in public universities
Scholarships you could apply for
3 usable where it is taught- HELB Undergraduate Scholarship
Closes 31 July 2027PartialHigher Education Loans Board
KES 40,000 to 60,000 per year
- County Government Scholarships
Varies by countyPartialCounty Governments
KES 50,000 to 200,000 per year
- Moringa School Craftbyte Scholarship
QuarterlyFullMoringa School
Full software development course
Getting in
The grades, the alternatives, and who accredits the award.
What you need
Relevant diploma or equivalent qualification
When it next starts
Taught at 1 institutionIncluding Multimedia University of Kenya.
Including Multimedia University of Kenya.
Including Multimedia University of Kenya.
How you are assessed
4 componentsIndustrial Attachment Report
Coursework10% of the mark
Continuous Assessment Tests (CATs)
Coursework20% of the mark
Practical Exercises and Project Work
Coursework30% of the mark
Final Examination
Coursework40% of the mark
Accreditation
Commission for University Education (CUE)
InstitutionalRequired
Accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE).
Where it leads
The roles it opens, and what you leave with.
Where graduates go
5 rolesAdministrative Manager
Moderate demandKsh 60,000 to Ksh 230,000
Manages administrative departments and teams
Office Manager
Moderate demandKsh 50,000 to Ksh 200,000
Manages office operations and administrative functions
Executive Assistant
Moderate demandKsh 50,000 to Ksh 200,000
Provides executive support and administrative coordination
Administrative Officer
Moderate demandKsh 45,000 to Ksh 170,000
Manages administrative operations and procedures
Office Administrator
Moderate demandKsh 45,000 to Ksh 170,000
Administers office operations and systems
Graduate outcomes
Graduates work as office managers, administrative officers, executive assistants, office administrators and administrative managers in corporate offices, government departments, NGOs, educational institutions, healthcare facilities and administrative departments.
Where these fields lead
8 careers- Forensic Audit InvestigatorBusiness17Low exposure
- Franchise Operations ManagerBusiness18Low exposure
- Infrastructure Finance SpecialistBusiness18Low exposure
- Intermodal Reefer TechnicianBusiness18Low exposure
- Climate Risk UnderwriterBusiness19Low exposure
- Coldchain Logistics ManagerBusiness19Low exposure
- Municipal Finance SpecialistBusiness19Low exposure
- Islamic Banking SpecialistBusiness20Low exposure
Tools you will learn
SAP FICO
ErpPrimary
SAP financial and controlling module.
QuickBooks Enterprise
Accounting
Advanced accounting for SMEs.
Microsoft Excel
SpreadsheetPrimary
Financial modelling and analysis.
SAP ERP
ErpPrimary
Oracle ERP
Erp
Certifications
Industry links
Common misconceptions
Office administration is just about clerical work
Office administration covers management, HR, communication, technology and organisational operations.
There are limited career opportunities in office administration
Every organisation needs administrative professionals, creating diverse opportunities.
Office administration doesn't require a degree
Professional office management requires training in management, HR, communication and technology.
Office administration is becoming obsolete with technology
Technology increases the need for skilled office administrators who can manage digital systems.