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Colleges and Universities Offering Diploma in Public Relations(Public Relations) in Kenya

  • Course Name: Diploma in Public Relations(Public Relations)
  • Major Subject: Public Relations
  • Course Category: Diploma
  • Average Study Duration: 2 Years

Colleges Offering Diploma in Public Relations(Public Relations)

  • Rift Valley Institute of Business Studies Rift Valley Institute of Business Studies, Nakuru  
  • Nairobi Institute of Business Studies Distance Learning and E-learning Centre Nairobi Institute of Business Studies Distance Learning and E-learning Centre, Ruiru  
    Requirements
    • Duration: 3 months
    • Entry Grade: D (Plain) in KCSE
    • Exam Body: ICM
    Course Overview
    Public relations is a planned and sustained approach towards creating and maintaining a positive image of an organization which is one of the core marketing tool in the today’s competitive world of business. This course aims at creating competent public relations managers and technicians who can turn around the images of business entities for the betterment of firms.
    Our Diploma in Public Relations is a six month program which will give our students a strong emphasis on the hands-on practical elements of Public Relations (PR).
    Course Content
    • The Role of Public Relations in Organizations.
    • The Evolution of Public Relations – Principles & Practice.
    • Strategic Perspective of Public Relations.
    • Internal & External Public Relations.
    • Corporate Social Responsibility.
    • Financial & Investor Public Relations.
    • Government & Lobbying Activities.
    • Corporate Advertising.
    • Issue & Crisis Management.
    • Interaction between Public Relations & Marketing.
    • Developing a Research Framework & Evaluating the PR Efforts.
  • Simon Page College of Marketing Simon Page College of Marketing, Nairobi  
    Professional Public Relations Diploma

    Duration: 9 months

    Entry Requirements:
    1. Advanced Certificate in Public Relations
    2. One of the following plus 1 year’s relevant full-time employment in public relations (or related sectors, e.g. marketing, journalism):
    -Internal Communications Certificate
    -postgraduate professional qualification in a related discipline
    -UK Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a PR-related discipline
    3. One of the following plus 2 years’ relevant full-time employment in public relations (or related sectors):
    -Advanced Diploma in Marketing Communication
    -A degree in any other subject
    4. 4 years’ relevant full-time employment in public relations (or related sectors)


    Course content:
    1. PR strategy and planning
    2. Communications and engagement
    3. PR Management,Measurement and evaluation
  • ICS College Mombasa Branch ICS College Mombasa Branch, Mombasa  
    Course outline

    Public relations
    Communications
    Public relations external partners
    Specialist public relations
    Advertising and public relations
    Ethics and law basics
    Entrepreneurship
    Life skills
    Managing media relations
    Information communication technology
    Public relations planning and management
    Industrial organization and management
    Business communication
    office management
    Quantitative techniques and research


    Requirements
    Course Duration: 18 months

    Exam Body: JP-UK

    Grade: C- and Above
  • Nairobi Institute of Business Studies Nairobi Institute of Business Studies, Nairobi  
    Minimum admission requirements: Certificate in public relations.
    Course duration: 6 months.
    Examination body: ABMA-UK.
    Intakes: January/March/June/September.

    Single Subject Diploma
    Minimum entry requirements: KCSE C- or 2 years working experience.
    Course duration: 3 months.
    Examination Body: ICM.
    Intakes: January/March/June/September.
  • Beam International Training Centre Nairobi Beam International Training Centre Nairobi, Nairobi  
    Admission requirements
    A mean grade of C- and above at KCSE

    Tuition fees
    Ksh.12,000

    Fees per year
    Ksh.48,000

    Course duration
    1 1/2 years

    Examination body
    (i) KNEC
    (ii) ICM
    (iii) ABMA
  • Regina Pacis University College Regina Pacis University College, Nairobi  
    Minimum Entry Requirements: KCSE Mean Grade C plain or Division III in KCE or Equivalent.
    Course Duration: 2 Years
    Mode of Study: Full Time, Part Time, Evening / Weekends
    Intakes: January, May and August.
  • East Africa Institute of Certified Studies East Africa Institute of Certified Studies, Nairobi  
    Application requirements
    A mean grade of C- at KCSE

    Fees per term
    Ksh.12,000

    Number of terms
    6

    Course duration
    18 months

    Examination body
    JP-UK
  • Jewel Professional College Jewel Professional College, Nairobi  
    Course entry requirements

    -A mean grade of C- at KCSE


    Fees: 18,000 per term


    Exam body: KNEC

    Program duration: 30 months
  • Karatina University Karatina University, Karatina  
    Course requirements
    -Students need to have scored a at least a C in KCSE or its equivalent
    Course duration
    -3 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Kisii University Kisii University, Kisii  
    Admission requirements
    - A minimum of a C in KCSE or
    - Hold a certificate in public relations from a recognized institution
    Duration
    - 3 years
  • Achievers College of Professionals Achievers College of Professionals, Embu  
    Course duration: 6 months.
    Minimum entry requirements: Certificate in Public Relations / KCSE C.
    Intakes: January, March, June and September.
  • Serein Education Centre Serein Education Centre, Nakuru  
    Minimum entry requirements: KCSE mean grade of C- (Minus).
    Course duration: 18 months.
    Fees per semester: Ksh. 12,000.
    Exam body: KNEC/I.C.M.
  • Nairobi Aviation College Odeon Cinema Campus Nairobi Aviation College Odeon Cinema Campus, Nairobi  
    Fees per month
    Ksh.3,000

    Fees per term
    Ksh.9,000

    Program duration
    12 months

    Examination body
    ICM (UK)
  • Alupe University College Alupe University College, Busia  
    Admission requirements

    1.Mean grade of C-(minus) at KCSE or its equivalent with a C- Minus in English, Kiswahili and Business Studies.
  • Murang'a University College Murang'a University College, Muranga  
    Entry Grade: KCSE Mean Grade C- (Minus) C- (Minus) in English/Kiswahili Or Certificate in Public Relations.
    Duration of Study: 4 Semesters.
  • Bomet University College Bomet University College, Bomet  
    ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS: Mean Grade of C- at KCSE with at least a C in English.

    MODE OF STUDY: Full Time/Evening
  • Milestone Institute of Professional Studies Milestone Institute of Professional Studies, Thika  
    Exam body: (ICM)

    Requirements: (C- & ABOVE)

    Duration: 1 year

    Fee per term: 14,000
  • Kirinyaga Business and Technical Institute Kirinyaga Business and Technical Institute, Kutus  
    ENTRY REQUIREMENT : K.C.S.E D+ & Above

    DURATION : LESS THAN 1 YR

    EXAM BODY : ICM
  • Africa College of Aviation and Management Africa College of Aviation and Management, Nairobi  
    Duration :12 months
    Fee per term:Ksh 10500
    Exam body:ABMA/JP/IQ
    Number of terms:4
  • Tricent School of Medical and Health Sciences Tricent School of Medical and Health Sciences, Nairobi  
    Duration: 6 terms

    Minimum entry Grade: C-

    Examination body: KNEC
  • Kivuli College Kivuli College, Wangige  
    Minimum entry requirement:
    C-

    Duration: 12 Months
  • German Institute of Professional Studies German Institute of Professional Studies, Nairobi  
    Course Duration: 3 Months
    Fees Payable: Ksh. 14,000
  • Aviation college of kenya Aviation college of kenya, Nairobi  
    Course entry requirements: A mean grade of C- and above
  • Kenafric College of Professional Studies Kenafric College of Professional Studies, Nairobi  
    Fee per term:Ksh 16000
    Exam body:KNEC/ICM
  • Vision Stars Training Institute Eldoret Vision Stars Training Institute Eldoret, Eldoret  
  • Grethens College Grethens College, Nairobi  
  •  County College of Business Studies, Kerugoya  
  • Prudential International School of Professional Studies Prudential International School of Professional Studies, Nakuru  
  • Nakuru Achievers College Of Accountancy And Information Technology Nakuru Achievers College Of Accountancy And Information Technology, Nakuru  

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Universities Offering Diploma in Public Relations(Public Relations)

  • Laikipia University Laikipia University, Laikipia  
    LU Technical And Vocational Education And Training Institute


    Email: tvet@laikipia.ac.ke




    In order to align itself and in responding to the emerging needs of the world of work Laikipia University has opened its doors for Technical Vocational Training {TVET} programs. One of the most important features of TVET is orientation towards the world of work and acquisition of relevant skills. TVET institutions are well placed in training skilled and entrepreneurial workforce that Kenya needs to implement the Big Four Agenda, create wealth and attain Vision 2030.

    In line with the government of Kenya’s Medium -Term Plan III, Laikipia University has recognized Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) as an important vehicle for the country’s development. This is premised on the realization that there is a growing demand for technicians, technologists and diploma graduates in technical training.

    The Technical and Vocational Training Authority has approved Laikipia University Technical Vocational Training Institute as a Registered and Licensed Institute offering both Diploma and Certificate courses under section 20 (1) of the TVET Act, 2013. Laikipia University is now a fully accredited training TVET Institute. Applications and registration of government and private sponsored students is currently ongoing.

    Diploma Courses

    Analytical Chemistry
    Applied Statistics
    Community Health Nutrition
    Early Childhood Development and Education
    General Agriculture
    Public Relations
    Accounting Technicians Diploma
    Business Management
    Corporate Governance
    Counselling Psychology
    Credit Management
    Horticultural Production
    Human Resources Management
    ICT Technician
    Library and Information
    Medical Laboratory Technology
    Social Work
    Certificate Courses

    Conflict Management
    Supply Chain Management
    Certified Investment and Financial Analysis
    Certificate in Accounting and Management Skills
    Certified Public Accountants
    Certified Credit Professionals
    Certified Secretaries
    Entry Requirements
    An individual entering these courses should have any of the following minimum requirements:

    Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E.) with a minimum mean grade of C- (C minus)
    Or

    Any other relevant and related qualifiaction with one year of continuous work experience
    Or

    Equivalent qualifications as determined by Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA)
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    CERTIFICATE APPLICATION FORM |

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    For more information, contact:

    Registrar (Academic Affairs)
    Laikipia University
    P.O. Box 1100-20300
    NYAHURURU

    +254-0740672182

    +254-0202671771/79
    +254-0729281902

    Email Address: admissions@laikipia.ac.ke OR tvet@laikipia.ac.ke









  • JKUAT Kisii Centre JKUAT Kisii Centre, Kisii  
    The program prepares students for careers in advertising and public relations.

    The following are some of the units covered:
    (i) Public Relations in Developed Countries.

    (ii) Advertising and Publicity.

    (iii) Report Writing.

    (iv) Entrepreneurship Skills.

    (v) Introduction to Mass Communications.

    (vi) The media of Public Relations.

    Admission requirements
    Applicants must hold any of the qualifications below:
    (i) A minimum of C at KCSE with C- in Kiswahili and English.

    (ii) KCE division II with a 6 in Kiswahili or English.

    (iii) A minimum of C- at KCSE or KCE division III with at least C- in Kiswahili or English plus a relevant certificate with a credit pass.

    Course duration
    Two years
  • Mt. Kenya University Nkubu Centre Mt. Kenya University Nkubu Centre, Nkubu  
    Entry Requirements:-
    To be admitted into the Diploma in Public Relations and Diplomacy programme, a student must fulfill the following requirements:
    a) Aggregate mean grade of C (plain) and above in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or any other relevant qualifications recognized by the senate OR

    b) A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education with an average grade C- (C minus) and any other certificate relevant to the field. OR

    c) Applicants who have not taken any of the above examinations must produce acceptable documentary evidence of having passed an examination of equivalent status.
  • Mount Kenya university school of social sciences Mount Kenya university school of social sciences, Thika  
    Course name: Diploma in Public Relations and Diplomacy.

    Entry requirements
    (i) Aggregate mean grade of C (plain) and above in the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) or any other relevant qualifications recognized by the senate OR

    (ii) A Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education with an average grade C- (C minus) and any other certificate relevant to the field OR

    (iii) Applicants who have not taken any of the above examinations must produce acceptable documentary evidence of having passed an examination of equivalent status.

    Intake dates
    January, May and September
  • Mount Kenya University School of Business and Management Mount Kenya University School of Business and Management, Thika  
    Course requirements
    - To qualify for this program, one is required
    to hold any of the qualifications below:
    (a)A minimum of C in KCSE with C in both
    English and kiswahili.
    (b)A minimum of C- in KCSE plus certificate
    in public relations or a relevant discipline
    with at least a credit from an institution
    recognized by the university senate.

    Course duration
    - This program takes four trimesters

    Tuition fees
    - Sh.20,000 per trimester for virtual learning
    and sh.22,550 per trimester for full time learning
  • Africa Nazarene University, Kisii Center Africa Nazarene University, Kisii Center, Kisii  
    Public relations refers
    to that process of maintaining
    a cordial relations between an
    organization and the public.
    It is also concerned with restoration
    of company's image once it is tarnished.

    Course requirements
    - One is required to have scored
    a minimum of a C in KCSE or hold
    a relevant certificate from a recognized
    institution.

    Course duration
    - The program takes three years
  • Gretsa University School of Business Gretsa University School of Business, Thika  
    A candidate must satisfy any of the following minimum requirements:

    KCSE mean Grade of C- (Minus)
    or
    KCE Div II,
    A business related Certificate from Gretsa University program in relevant discipline or any other recognized institution.
    Any other qualification acceptable to the senate of Gretsa University as equivalent to any of the above.
  • University of Nairobi University of Nairobi, Nairobi  
    Minimum requirements
    -Holders of any one of
    the qualifications below
    shall be eligible for admission:
    (a)A minimum of C in KCSE
    (b)Division II at 'O' level,or
    division III plus evidence of
    relevant academic or professional
    training.
    (c)One principal pass at 'A' level

    Program duration
    -One year
  • Kirinyaga University Kirinyaga University, Kerugoya  
    Course Entry requirements
    (i) Be a holder of KCSE with a minimum aggregate of C plain with a pass in Mathematics and English.
    OR
    (ii) KCSE mean grade C- (C Minus) and KNEC certificate or equivalent in any relevant area with at least Credit pass

    Course duration
    - 4 Semesters
  • Laikipia University College (Naivasha Town Campus) Laikipia University College (Naivasha Town Campus), Naivasha  
    Entry requirements
    - Applicants are required to have attained a C in KCSE with a C- in English and kiswahili or
    - Hold a relevant certificate from a reputable institution
    Admission fees
    - Sh.1000
    Tuition fees
    - Sh.70,000 p.a
    Duration
    - 2 years
  • Moi University Moi University, Eldoret  
    Entry requirements
    -A minimum of C- in
    KCSE with C in either
    English or kiswahili.
    Admission may be granted
    to holders of a relevant
    certificate in relevant
    discipline from a recognized
    institution.

    Course duration
    -Two years
  • University of Eldoret University of Eldoret, Eldoret  
    Entry requirements.
    (i) A mean grade of C- at KCSE with C- in English or Kiswahili. OR

    (ii) ‘O’ level qualification with at least Division III.

    Mode of study
    Full Time/Evening/Part Time

    Venue
    Eldoret Town Campus
  • NAIROBI UNIVERSITY Kisii Extra Mural Centre  NAIROBI UNIVERSITY Kisii Extra Mural Centre , KISII  
    Entry requirements
    - Applicants are required to have attained a C in KCSE or
    - Attain division II or division III plus an evidence of academic or professional training or
    - One principal pass at "A" levels
    Duration
    - 1 year
  • Technical University of Mombasa Technical University of Mombasa, Mombasa  
    Admission requirements.

    (i) A mean grade of C- with C in English or Kiswahili and D in Maths.OR

    (ii) A certificate in relevant discipline from a recognized institution.

    Course duration.
    - Four semesters.
  • Rongo University Rongo University, Rongo  
    Admission requirements
    A mean grade of C- at KCSE

    Tuition fees
    Ksh.30,000 per semester

    Mode of study
    Full time

    Course duration
    Four semesters
  • Kenyatta University Mombasa Campus Kenyatta University Mombasa Campus, Mombasa  
    Entry requirements:-

    Mean grade of C (Plain) at KCSE or equivalent OR Mean grade of C- (Minus) at KCSE or equivalent with certificate in related field from a recognized institution.
  • Kirinyaga university college town campus Kirinyaga university college town campus, Karatina  
    Admission requirements
    -Candidates must have scored a C- in KCSE or its equivalent
    Course duration
    -3 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • South Eastern Kenya University South Eastern Kenya University, Kitui  
    Entry requirements
    -KCSE C with C in English and kiswahili
    Duration
    -3 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Presbyterian university of east africa githunguri campus Presbyterian university of east africa githunguri campus, Githunguri  
    Entry requirements
    -KCSE C or its equivalent
    Period of study
    -3 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Presbyterian University of East Africa Nakuru campus Presbyterian University of East Africa Nakuru campus, Nakuru  
    Admission requirements
    -KCSE C or its equivalent
    Duration
    -3 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Kenya Methodist University Nairobi campus Kenya Methodist University Nairobi campus, Nairobi  
    Admission requirements
    -KCSE C or its equivalent
    Duration
    -2 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Kenya Methodist University Nyeri campus Kenya Methodist University Nyeri campus, Nyeri  
    Admission requirements
    -KCSE C or its equivalent
    Duration
    -3 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Presbyterian University of East Africa Kisii centre Presbyterian University of East Africa Kisii centre, Kisii  
    Course requirements
    -KCSE C or its equivalent
    Duration
    -3 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Presbyterian university of east africa Nairobi campus Presbyterian university of east africa Nairobi campus, Nairobi  
    Admission requirements
    -KCSE C and above
    Duration
    -3 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Presbyterian university of east africa chogoria centre Presbyterian university of east africa chogoria centre, Kimuchia  
    Admission requirements
    -KCSE C and above
    Duration
    -3 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Presbyterian university of east africa rubate campus Presbyterian university of east africa rubate campus, Chuka  
    Admission requirements
    -KCSE C and above
    Duration
    -3 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Kenya Methodist University Nakuru Campus Kenya Methodist University Nakuru Campus, Nakuru  
    Admission requirement
    -KCSE C and above
    Duration
    -3 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Kisii CBD Campus Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology Kisii CBD Campus, Kisii  
    Entry requirements
    -KCSE C and above
    Duration
    -3 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Kenyatta University Digital School of Virtual and Open Learning Kenyatta University Digital School of Virtual and Open Learning, Nairobi  
    Entry Requirements:-

    C or Div III or an Equivalent certificate.
  • JKUAT Nakuru Campus JKUAT Nakuru Campus, Nakuru  

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