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

Discover colleges and universities in Kenya currently offering Diploma in Public Relations(Public Relations), plus course details, typical duration and related programmes.

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

Universities Offering Diploma in Public Relations(Public Relations)

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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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









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
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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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.

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