Bachelor of Management Information Systems
The Bachelor of Management Information Systems is a four-year programme that prepares students for IT-enabled business management, systems analysis and data-driven decision-making. Students study management, information systems, database management, systems analysis, programming and business analytics. The programme combines business management knowledge with information technology skills for the modern digital enterprise.
The short answer
- What it costs
- Up to Ksh 188,700 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 10 institutions.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 business management, systems analysis, database management, programming, business intelligence and IT strategy. They learn to align business needs with technology solutions, manage information systems, analyse data and support digital transformation. The programme covers management, information systems, databases, programming, analytics and strategic IT management.
In Kenya, management information systems is critical for digital transformation across sectors. Kenya's growing digital economy and business technology needs create demand. Kabarak University and other institutions offer this programme. Graduates find roles in corporate IT departments, business consulting firms, banks, telecommunications companies, government agencies and technology startups.
Teaching is delivered through lectures, laboratory sessions, case studies, industrial attachment and research projects. Students develop software applications, analyse business systems, design databases and undertake industrial attachment. The programme includes a final-year research project.
Graduates pursue careers as systems analysts, business analysts, IT managers, database administrators and data analysts. Some work for corporate IT departments. Others join consulting firms, banks, telecom companies or establish technology businesses.
This programme is ideal for individuals with business acumen, technical aptitude and interest in bridging business and technology.
What you study
10 subjects- Management Information Systems
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Database Management Systems
- Programming for Business Applications
- Business Intelligence and Analytics
- Enterprise Resource Planning Systems
- IT Project Management
- Business Process Management
- Information Security and Governance
- Research Methods
Modules
12 in the programmeIntroduction to Management Information Systems
Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore
Introduction to Management Information Systems: MIS foundations, business information systems and IT in organisations Covers planning, organising, leadership, and control in organisational contexts.
Business Management Principles
Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore
Management principles, organisational behaviour, business strategy and functions
Programming for Business Applications
Year 1Semester 33 creditsCore
Programming for Business Applications: Programming concepts, business application development and scripting Includes practical programming exercises, algorithm design, and system implementation.
Database Management Systems
Year 2Semester 13 creditsCore
Database Management Systems: Database design, SQL, database administration and data management Covers planning, organising, leadership, and control in organisational contexts.
Systems Analysis and Design
Year 2Semester 23 creditsCore
Systems analysis methodologies, design, modelling and systems development lifecycle
Business Process Management
Year 2Semester 33 creditsCore
Business Process Management: Business process modelling, process improvement, workflow and BPM tools Covers planning, organising, leadership, and control in organisational contexts.
Business Intelligence and Analytics
Year 3Semester 13 creditsCore
Business intelligence, data analytics, reporting, dashboards and data visualisation
Enterprise Resource Planning Systems
Year 3Semester 23 creditsCore
Enterprise Resource Planning Systems: ERP systems, SAP, ERP implementation and enterprise integration Covers planning theory, regulatory frameworks, and sustainable development practices.
IT Project Management
Year 3Semester 33 creditsCore
IT Project Management: IT project management, agile, waterfall, risk management and project tools Covers project lifecycle, resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
Information Security and Governance
Year 4Semester 13 creditsCore
Information Security and Governance: Information security, governance, risk, compliance and IT policies Covers theoretical foundations, practical applications, and industry-relevant skills.
Strategic Information Systems Management
Year 4Semester 23 creditsCore
Strategic Information Systems Management: Strategic IS management, digital transformation, IT strategy and innovation Covers planning, organising, leadership, and control in organisational contexts.
Final Year Research Project
Year 4Semester 36 creditsCore
Independent research on management information systems. The module covers theoretical foundations, practical applications and industry-relevant skills, assessed through continuous assessment tests,...
Specialisations
Systems Analysis
Specialization in Systems Analysis, preparing graduates for careers such as it-consultant. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
Enterprise Systems
Specialization in Enterprise Systems, preparing graduates for careers such as it-consultant. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
IT Strategy
Specialization in IT Strategy, preparing graduates for careers such as it-consultant. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
Database Management
Specialization in Database Management, preparing graduates for careers such as it-consultant. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
Data Analytics
Specialization in Data Analytics, preparing graduates for careers such as it-consultant. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
Business Intelligence
Specialization in Business Intelligence, preparing graduates for careers such as it-consultant. This specialisation equips graduates with discipline-specific competencies for professional practice in Kenya and the East African region, with pathways to postgraduate study and professional certification.
A day as a student
A typical day combines morning lectures on business management or information systems with afternoon laboratory sessions or case studies. Students may develop software applications, analyse business systems, design databases or work on IT projects.
The trade-offs
| In its favour | Against it |
|---|---|
| High demand for IT-enabled business professionals | Requires continuous learning due to evolving technology |
| Combines business and technology skills | Some roles require technical depth in specific platforms |
| Diverse career paths across all sectors | May require professional certifications for advancement |
| Relevant to Kenya's digital economy | Competitive job market for top positions |
What it costs
Tuition at both ends of the market, and how to pay for it.
What it costs, and where
Against 191 technology 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
Kabarak Univ only (private), Ksh 188,700/yr (94,350/sem) per kabarak.ac.ke fee structure 2025.
Students may access HELB loans and county bursaries. Some companies offer internship stipends for IT students.
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
13 usable where it is taught- Equity Group Foundation Wings to Fly
Closes 28 February 2027FullEquity Bank
Full secondary + university
- Aga Khan Foundation Scholarship
Closes 31 March 2027FullAga Khan Foundation
Full university study
- KCB Foundation Scholarship
Closes 31 March 2027FullKCB Bank
Full tuition + stipend
- Mombasa Cement Scholarship
Closes 31 May 2027PartialMombasa Cement Ltd
KES 100,000 per year
- Safaricom Foundation ICT Scholarship
Closes 30 June 2027FullSafaricom Foundation
Full tuition + internship
- Family Bank Foundation Education Support
Closes 30 June 2027PartialFamily Bank
KES 80,000 per year
- 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
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 10 institutionsIncluding Kenya Methodist University, Moi University, Dedan Kimathi University of Technology.
Including Kenya Methodist University, Moi University, Dedan Kimathi University of Technology.
Including Kenya Methodist University, Moi University, Dedan Kimathi University of Technology.
How you are assessed
4 componentsContinuous Assessment Tests (CATs)
Coursework20% of the mark
Laboratory Sessions and Project Work
Coursework30% of the mark
Industrial Attachment Report
Coursework10% 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 rolesIT Manager
High demandKsh 90,000 to Ksh 350,000
Manages IT operations and strategy
Database Administrator
High demandKsh 70,000 to Ksh 280,000
Manages databases and data systems
Business Analyst
High demandKsh 65,000 to Ksh 230,000
Bridges business needs and technology solutions
Systems Analyst
High demandKsh 70,000 to Ksh 250,000
Analyses business systems and designs technology solutions
Data Analyst
High demandKsh 65,000 to Ksh 250,000
Analyses data to support business decisions
Graduate outcomes
Graduates work as systems analysts, business analysts, IT managers, database administrators and data analysts in corporate IT departments, business consulting firms, banks, telecommunications companies, government agencies and technology startups.
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
Figma
DesignPrimary
Adobe Creative Suite
DesignPrimary
Unity
Game engine
Visual Studio Code
Ide
Microsoft Excel
SoftwarePrimary
Spreadsheet for analytical data management, quality control charts and statistical analysis.
Certifications
Industry links
Common misconceptions
Management Information Systems is just about programming
MIS combines business management, systems analysis, strategy, data and technology.
MIS is the same as Computer Science
MIS focuses on applying technology to business problems while Computer Science focuses on computing theory.
MIS graduates only work in IT departments
MIS graduates work in business analysis, consulting, strategy, operations and digital transformation.
Business knowledge is not important in MIS
Business knowledge is essential for aligning technology with organisational goals.