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Bachelor of Science in Business and Office Management

The Bachelor Of Science In Business And Office Management is a degree programme that equips students with knowledge and skills in in business and office management. The programme falls under the Business & Economics category and typically spans 4 years of full-time study at accredited Kenyan universities.

The curriculum covers Business and Office Management, Office Administration, Records Management, Office Systems, Administrative Support, Office Operations. Students engage with both theoretical foundations and practical applications, developing competencies in Advertising, Business Process Modeling, Data Visualization, Entrepreneurship, Financial Analysis. The coursework is designed to build progressive understanding from foundational concepts to advanced topics.

Throughout the programme, students study Business Communication, Business and Office Management Research Project, Office Management, Office Administration, Office Systems. The teaching approach combines lectures, laboratory practicals, tutorials, assignments and independent research projects. This blend ensures graduates can apply theoretical knowledge to real-world problems in their field.

The programme offers specialisations in General Practice, Records Management, Executive Support. Students can focus their studies on areas of particular interest, allowing them to tailor their degree to specific career goals. The flexibility enables graduates to pursue diverse professional paths within the sector.

Graduates of the Bachelor Of Science In Business And Office Management pursue careers as Executive Assistant, Administrative Officer, Records Manager, Office Manager. They find employment in various sectors including government agencies, private companies, research institutions, non-governmental organisations and academic institutions. The degree opens doors to both local and international opportunities.

The programme is accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE) and offered at recognised universities across Kenya. Students benefit from industry attachments, fieldwork and practical training that complement classroom learning and enhance employability upon graduation.

Duration
4 years
Public, up to
Ksh 259,000
Private, up to
Ksh 225,800
Job market
High

The programme

What you study, how long it takes, and how it is delivered.

Practicalities

Study mode
Full-time
Attachment
6 months
Average class
30 students
Award
Bachelor

What you study

6 subjects
  • Business and Office Management
  • Office Administration
  • Records Management
  • Office Systems
  • Administrative Support
  • Office Operations

Modules

12 in the programme

  • Introduction to Business and Office Management

    Year 1Semester 13 creditsCore

    Comprehensive introduction to business and office management, covering office concepts, management principles, and approaches to office administration.

  • Office Administration

    Year 1Semester 23 creditsCore

    Study of office administration, covering office functions, administrative procedures, and approaches to office management.

  • Records Management

    Year 1Semester 33 creditsCore

    Examination of records management, covering records systems, document control, information management, and records retention.

  • Office Systems

    Year 2Semester 13 creditsCore

    Study of office systems, covering office technology, office automation, information systems, and office equipment.

  • Administrative Support

    Year 2Semester 23 creditsCore

    Analysis of administrative support, covering executive support, meeting management, communication, and administrative assistance.

  • Office Operations

    Year 2Semester 33 creditsCore

    Development of office operations skills, covering office procedures, workflow management, office logistics, and service delivery.

  • Business Communication

    Year 3Semester 13 creditsCore

    Study of business communication, covering communication skills, business writing, presentation skills, and professional communication.

  • Office Management

    Year 3Semester 23 creditsCore

    Examination of office management, covering office planning, resource allocation, office coordination, and office administration.

  • Strategic Management

    Year 3Semester 33 creditsCore

    Study of strategic management, covering strategic analysis, strategy formulation, and strategic implementation in office context.

  • Office Ethics

    Year 4Semester 13 creditsCore

    Analysis of ethical issues in office management, covering professional ethics, confidentiality, and ethical decision-making in office practice.

  • Business and Office Management Practice

    Year 4Semester 23 creditsCore

    Practical office work where students apply learned skills in office management practice, records management, and administrative support.

  • Business and Office Management Research Project

    Year 4Semester 36 creditsCore

    Independent research project on office management or business topic, demonstrating mastery of business and office management theory and practice.

Specialisations

  • Records Management

    Focus on records systems, document control, and information management for records management careers.

  • Executive Support

    Specialization in executive assistance, meeting management, and professional communication. 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.

  • Office Administration

    Focus on office planning, resource allocation, and office coordination. 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.

  • General Practice

    Broad foundational knowledge covering core principles and practices in the field. 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

Students attend lectures, conduct office practice, participate in case studies, and engage in administrative support.

The trade offs

In its favour

  • Growing demand for office management professionals across all sectors due to increasing organizational complexity.
  • Office management skills are transferable across various industries and organizational sizes.
  • Office practice and case studies provide hands-on experience with records management and administrative support.

Against it

  • Office work can involve repetitive tasks and requires attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Office management requires strong communication skills and the ability to handle diverse administrative tasks.

What it costs

Tuition at both ends of the market, and how to pay for it.

What it costs, and where

Against 331 business courses
Public153k to 259k
153k at Kenyatta University259k at University of Nairobi
Private160k to 226k
160k at Management University of Africa226k at Daystar University

Annual 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

KU ~153,000/yr, UoN ~259,000/yr (eafinder). MUA ~160,000/yr, Daystar ~225,800/yr.

HELB loans available for eligible students. Some universities offer scholarships based on academic performance.

Funding options

  • Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)

Scholarships

3 recorded

  • Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) Loan

    LoanKsh 60,000Kenyan

    Kenyan students admitted to recognised universities demonstrating financial need.

  • Higher Education Fund (HEF)

    Government fundingKenyan

    Kenyan students in public universities under the new funding model based on financial need assessment.

  • County Government Bursaries

    BursaryKenyan

    Residents of respective counties pursuing undergraduate studies

Getting in

The grades, the alternatives, and who accredits the award.

What you need

KCSE mean grade
C+ (plus) mean grade at KCSE
Alternative entry
Diploma holders in Business Administration, Secretarial Studies, Office Management, or related fields with Credit pass from recognized institutions may also apply.

  • English/Kiswahili

    C

  • Mathematics

    C

  • Business Studies

    C

  • Any Group II subject

    C

How you are assessed

4 components

  • Continuous Assessment Tests

    Cat30% of the mark

    Regular tests, assignments, and office management exercises throughout the semester evaluating business knowledge and practical skills.

  • Practice Assessments

    Practicum100% of the mark

    Evaluation of office management skills, administrative work, and practical applications through office practice and case studies.

  • End of Semester Examinations

    Exam70% of the mark

    Comprehensive written examinations at the end of each semester testing understanding of office administration, records management, and office systems.

  • Research Project

    Project100% of the mark

    Independent research project on office management or business topic, demonstrating mastery of business and office management theory and practice.

Accreditation

Accredited by Commission for University Education (CUE).

Accredited by

  • Commission for University Education

    NationalRequired

    Mandatory accreditation for all university programmes in Kenya.

Where it leads

The roles it opens, and what you leave with.

Where graduates go

5 roles

  • Executive Assistant

    High demandKsh 46,000 to Ksh 100,000

    Provide executive support, manage executive schedules, and support senior management with administrative assistance.

  • Administrative Officer

    High demandKsh 44,000 to Ksh 95,000

    Support administrative functions, handle administrative tasks, and assist in office management and operations.

  • Records Manager

    Medium demandKsh 48,000 to Ksh 105,000

    Manage records systems, coordinate document control, and support information management and records retention.

  • Office Manager

    High demandKsh 48,000 to Ksh 105,000

    Manage office operations, develop office strategies, and coordinate administrative activities and office services.

  • Office Administrator

    High demandKsh 46,000 to Ksh 100,000

    Administer office operations, coordinate office activities, and support office management and service delivery.

Graduate outcomes

Graduates work in business and office management across Kenya's corporate and business sectors.

Where these fields lead

8 careers

Tools you will learn

  • Google Workspace

    Cloud

  • Microsoft Excel

    SpreadsheetPrimary

  • Power BI

    AnalyticsPrimary

  • QuickBooks

    Accounting

  • SAP

    Enterprise

  • ChatGPT / Claude

    Ai

Certifications

Industry links

Common misconceptions

  • This programme has limited career opportunities.

    Graduates pursue diverse career paths across multiple sectors in Kenya and internationally.

  • The programme is only for top-performing students.

    While academic excellence is valued, the programme accepts students meeting the minimum KCSE requirements and supports diverse learners.

  • Graduates cannot find employment in Kenya.

    Kenya's growing economy creates demand for qualified graduates across public, private, and NGO sectors.

  • The degree is not recognised internationally.

    The programme is accredited by CUE and is recognised under regional and international qualification frameworks.

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