Bachelor of Business
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The Course
Bachelor of Business Information Technology (BBIT) is a modern course that brings together two key aspects of computer training, that is, the link between Information Technology and the business environment. In the past many students would have found opportunities in the work environment with just computer science training. Employers today prefer students who have a thorough knowledge of Information Technology and who at the same time understand how business organisations are managed. The course is aimed at imparting a wide spectrum of knowledge and includes courses that cover human and character formation such as Ethics and Languages. BBIT has been developed after much research based on experience within the Kenyan job market. Strathmore was among the first colleges to start ICT training for middle level management and leads in this area in the local as well as the regional market. The course is structured to focus on issues surrounding development and implementation of IT solutions that meet organisational strategies ie: • Strategic use of information systems to give businesses a competitive advantage through proper information management • Management of ICT as a strategic corporate resource
Careers BBIT offers a combination of Computer Science, Business Management and Human
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Development courses for careers in: • Systems analysts and designers • System developers • Network administrators • Database developers and administrators • Managers of IT departments • Project Managers • Researchers in IT-related fields requiring data analysis • IT Trainers • Future CEOs
Learning Facilities E-Learning Strathmore University is a pioneer in the use of ICT. Our e-learning system enables students to view the coursework material that lecturers have posted, submit their finished assignments, update their calendars, interact and chat with fellow students, participate in various fora and communicate with their lecturer. Students have access to numerous computer laboratories, unlimited Internet, a wide range of software and e-mail. A wireless network enables students with laptops access to the network from various locations around the campus. Library The library complex and reading room are spacious, with an atmosphere that is highly conducive to private study and research. The wide range of material contributes to the
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Education Financing To help you manage your education financing, Strathmore has partnered with Commercial Bank of Africa and the World Bank’s International Finance Corporation to offer low-interest loans to students pursuing degrees and diplomas at the University. Students can also get loans from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
university’s excellent academic performance. The library system is available online.
Entry Requirements • KCSE Aggregate C+ with a minimum of C in both Mathematics and English. • KACE certificate with a minimum of two principal passes, and a minimum of a Credit Pass in Mathematics at KCE. Exemptions Strathmore DBIT graduates • DBIT students who score an average grade of credit and above in the DBIT examinations are eligible for exemptions when joining the BBIT course. • DBIT exemption students receive up to 21 unit exemptions in the BBIT programme and join the course in 2nd year 2nd semester for the fulltime BBIT course and 2nd year 1st semester for the evening BBITcourse. • Exemptions and Credit Transfers are granted at the discretion of the Academic Council.
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Intakes • Fulltime course intake July • Evening Course intake May Entrance Examinations Candidates are required to sit an General Entrance Examination (GEE), which shall consists of: Mathematics, English and finally an Oral interview. • Applicants should report to the University by 8.00am on the day of the interview and should bring: • Three (3) passport-size photographs • Original and photocopies of all relevant academic and professional certificates • Copy of the national ID/ birth bertificate/ passport • Entrance Examination fee of KShs 600.
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At Strathmore University, we are open to everyone, as felt in our warm family atmosphere and the simplicity and confidence with which we engage one another. We encourage open, lively and responsible interaction based on the respect for the freedom and opinion of others. Our culture and reputation for outstanding excellence has deep roots. We are driven by the desire to enable you recognise the dignity and worth of self and of others and to make that fact propel you to achieve the greatest possible excellence in what you do and to do it for the service of others. Strathmore University is for those seeking to be that peerless professional, revolutionary entrepreneur, inspirational manager or exemplary leader who wants to make an impact and transform our society.
How to reach us The University is located on Ole Sangale Road (off Langata Road) accessible by private means or public transport from the Central Bus Station with signboard 14A – Strathmore.
For more details contact: Admissions Office, Strathmore University PO Box 59857-00200 City Square, Nairobi, Kenya
Tel (020) 6006155 Mobile 0733 618135, 0722 205428 Fax (020) 6007498 Email admissions@strathmore.edu www.strathmore.edu
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