Dr. Daniel Wako Murende Technical and Vocational College (DDWM-TVC)
A public technical and vocational college in Busia, Kenya, offering engineering and business courses.
- County
- Busia
- Established
- 2015
- Students
- 1,500
- Employment rate
- 70%
The institution
Who they are, how big, and how they rank.
About
Dr. Daniel Wako Murende Technical and Vocational College was established in 1998 in honor of the late Dr. Daniel Wako Murende, a renowned educator and advocate for technical training in Kenya. Located in the rural heartland, the college was founded to bridge the skills gap and empower local youth with market-relevant competencies. Over the years, it has grown from a small training center to a fully-fledged TVET institution offering diploma and certificate programs across multiple disciplines.
The college's mission is to provide accessible, affordable, and quality technical and vocational education that meets the needs of industry and the community.
Accredited by TVETA and KNEC, the institution serves as a key technical training centre for the region, supporting the local economy with.
The numbers
- Annual fees
- Ksh 30,000 to Ksh 80,000
- Student to staff
- 1:18
- Mode of study
- Full-time
- Scholarships
- Offered
- Mentor institution
- Sigalagala National Polytechnic
Research
The college focuses on competency based training research, with emphasis on business skills for busia county economy.
Accredited by
- TVETA
- Kenya National Qualifications Authority
What they teach
Faculties, departments and the programmes on offer.
Intakes
- January
- May
- September
Departments
4 listed- Hospitality & Tourism Management
- Food & Beverage Production
- Travel & Tour Operations
- Business Studies
Courses offered
15 listed- Certificate in Electrical Installation
- Diploma in Electrical Engineering
- Certificate in Plumbing
- Diploma in Building Technology
- Artisan in Motor Vehicle Mechanics
- Diploma in Information Communication Technology
- Certificate in Computer Applications
- Diploma in Business Management
- Certificate in Supply Chain Management
- Diploma in Accounting
- Artisan in Welding and Fabrication
- Certificate in Fashion Design and Tailoring
- Diploma in Hospitality Management
- Certificate in Food and Beverage Production
- Diploma in Human Resource Management
Campus and beyond
Where you would be, and who they are connected to.
On campus
- Well-stocked library with digital resource centre for trainees
- Engineering Workshops for mechanical and electrical practical training
- Computer Laboratories with internet access for ICT training
- Sports Facilities including football pitch and athletics grounds
Notable alumni
- Graduates working as hospitality professionals across Busia County
- Alumni contributing to hospitality industries and enterprises in Busia
International partnerships
4 institutions- TVETA (Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority)
- KNEC (Kenya National Examinations Council)
- CDACC (Curriculum Development Assessment and Certification Council)
- Ministry of Education
Further reading
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