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Colleges and Universities Offering Bachelor of Commerce(Commerce) in Kenya

  • Course Name: Bachelor of Commerce(Commerce)
  • Major Subject: Commerce
  • Course Category: Degree
  • Average Study Duration: 4 Years

Bachelor of Commerce also commonly referred to as BCOM is among the most competitive degree courses in Kenya. Nearly all the leading private and public universities offer the course at undergraduate level.
Students prefer pursuing the course due to the fact that there are numerous companies in the country which absorb BCOM graduates either as part time or full time employees.
Those who successfully complete the course find themselves working in the following careers:
1. Accountants and accounting officers.
2. Finance officers.
3. Human resource managers/executives.
4. Sales and marketing executives.
5. Sales and marketing managers.
6. Auditors.
7. Credit officers.
8. Credit controllers.
9. Managing directors.
10. Finance managers.
Among others

The average duration taken to complete the course is four years although students complete in three years if a universities offers trimester mode of study.
The course is offered on part time, full time as well evening classes basis in most of the institutions.
Fees payable vary from university to university and it ranges from Ksh. 65,000 to Ksh. 90,000.
Those seeking admission for Bachelor of Commerce course can go through the following list of institutions and get all the necessary information such as entry requirements, course study duration as well as mode of study.

Colleges Offering Bachelor of Commerce(Commerce)

  • Pioneer International University Pioneer International University, Nairobi  
    Course Options:
    1. Bachelor of Commerce - Aviation (Pilot).
    Course Study Duration: 3 years.
    Mode of study: Full time.

    Course Entry/Admission Requirements:
    - Must have an aggregate grade of C+ (C PLUS) in K.C.S.E. (or equivalent examination) and a minimum grade of C+ in Mathematics and Physics. Further to these, a C in either Geography, Business Studies or English.
    - TWO Principal (2P) passes at ‘A’ level Physics and Mathematics and one subsidiary in Geography, Economics or English.
    - A Valid Private Pilot Licence by KCAA or Equivalent Licensing Authority.
    - A medical examination by KCAA Approved Doctors and be issued with a medical certificate for the Pilot license.
    - Be a holder of a CUE validated diploma with at least a credit, or a professional certificate in the relevant discipline from a recognized institution of higher education.

    2. Bachelor of Commerce - Insurance Management.
    3. Bachelor of Commerce - Finance.
    4. Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing.
    5. Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting.
    6. Bachelor of Commerce - Human Resources Management.
    7. Bachelor of Commerce - Strategic Management.
    8. Bachelor of Commerce - Entrepreneurship.
    Course Entry/Admission Requirements:
    - KCSE certificate with a minimum of aggregate of C+ (plus).
    OR
    - Two principals at A level.
    - IGCSE certificate with a minimum of five (5) upper level passes.
    GCE certificate with minimum of five (5) upper level passes at ‘O’ level and ‘A’ level passes of C grade.
    - Be a holder of a CUE validated diploma with at least a credit, or a professional certificate in the relevant discipline from a recognized institution of higher education.
    Course Study Duration: 3 years.
  • Kentrac College Kentrac College, Nairobi  
    Entry Requirements
    i) Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent examination) certificate with a minimum aggregate of C+ and a minimum of C in both Mathematics and English
    ii) Be a holder of KACE certificate with a minimum of two principal passes and one subsidiary pass and a minimum of a credit pass in mathematics at KCE
    iii) Be a holder of Diploma or professional certificate in a relevant discipline from an institution recognized by the University Senate
    iv) Be a holder of any other qualification accepted by the University Senate as equivalent to any of the above
    v) Candidates who are CPA/CPS/ACCA/CCP finalist will be exempted from year 1. However the candidates are expected to undertake the University core units.
    Course Duration: 3 Years Full-Time or Part-Time including attachment
  • Kaimosi Friends University College Kaimosi Friends University College, Kaimosi  
    Admission shall be granted to holders of any of the qualifications below:
    (i) A mean grade of C+ at KCSE with C+ in either Business Studies/Mathematics or English or Kiswahili.

    (ii) KACE certificate with minimum of two Principal passes and one Subsidiary pass, and a minimum of a credit pass in Mathematics at KCE.

    (iii) A Business diploma validated by CUE with a minimum of credit C.

    Program duration
    Four years

    Tuition Fees
    Ksh.60,000 per semester

    Mode of study
    Full-time, Evening and Weekend
  •  Laikipia University College, Nyahururu  
    Admission requirements
    - Students are required to have attained a C+ in KCSE with a C in maths,English or kiswahili or
    - Hold a diploma in a similar field with at least a credit pass or
    - CPA ,at least section III
    Admission fees
    - Sh.2,000
    Tuition fees
    - Sh.90,000-100,000 p.a
    Course duration
    - 4 years
    Mode of study
    - Regular,evening and weekends
  • Kisii University Kisii University, Kisii  
    Entry requirements
    - Applicants must have attained a minimum of a C+ in KCSE with a C in maths or
    - Hold a diploma in commerce from a recognized institution
    Course duration
    - 4 years
  • Kenya Polytechnic University College Kenya Polytechnic University College, Nairobi  
    Admission requirements
    -A C+ in KCSE with a C in maths or
    -Hold a diploma in commerce or its equivalent
    Duration
    -4 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Murang'a University College Murang'a University College, Muranga  
    Admission requirements
    -KCSE C+ with C+ in maths
    Period of study
    -4 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Kenya College of Accountancy Western Campus Kenya College of Accountancy Western Campus, Kisumu  
    Admission requirements
    -KCSE C+ with C in maths
    Duration
    -4 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Co-operative University College of Kenya Co-operative University College of Kenya, Nairobi  
    Course duration: 4 academic years.
  • Baraton College Baraton College, Kapsabet town  
  • Kiambu Institute of Science and Technology Kiambu Institute of Science and Technology, Kiambu  
  • Nyandarua Institute of Science and Technology Nyandarua Institute of Science and Technology, Nyahururu  
  • Zetech College Pioneer Campus Zetech College Pioneer Campus, Nairobi  
  • Vision Institute of Professionals, Mombasa Campus Vision Institute of Professionals, Mombasa Campus, Mombasa  
  • Vision Institute of Professionals, Agro House Campus Vision Institute of Professionals, Agro House Campus, Nairobi  
  • Vision Institute of Professionals, Paramount Plaza Campus Vision Institute of Professionals, Paramount Plaza Campus, Nairobi  
  •  Kilifi Institute of Agriculture, Kilifi  
  •  Thika Institute of Technology, Thika  
  •  Institute of Information Technology Studies & Research, Nairobi  
  • Loreto College, Msongari Loreto College, Msongari, Nairobi  
  • Alphax College Alphax College, Eldoret  
  • University of Nairobi School of Physical Sciences University of Nairobi School of Physical Sciences, Nairobi  
  • Nyeri National Polytechnic Nyeri National Polytechnic, Nyeri  
  •  Nakuru College of Professional Studies, Nakuru  

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Universities Offering Bachelor of Commerce(Commerce)

  • Mt Kenya University Mt Kenya University, Thika  
    Admission requirements
    (i) Students must have attained a C+ in KCSE with a C in maths and English or
    (ii) Two principal passes and a credit in maths and English at O level or
    (iii) A minimum of a C- in KCSE with a relevant diploma from a recognized institution
    Course duration
    - 4 years
    Fees
    - Sh.60,000 per semester
  • Kirinyaga University Kirinyaga University, Kerugoya  
    Entry Requirements:
    (i) Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent examination)certificate with a minimum of C+ and a minimum of C in both mathematics and English
    OR
    (ii) Be a holder of KNEC Diploma or equivalent in a relevant discipline from an institution recognized by University senate

    Course duration
    Four years.
  • Gretsa University Gretsa University, Thika  
    Areas of specialization: Accounting, Business Administration, Credit Management, Finance, Human Resource Management, Enterprise Development, Marketing, Purchasing and Supply Chain Management.
    Minimum Entry Requirements: KCSE C+ with at least C in Mathematics or Business Studies and English.
    Course duration: 8 trimesters.
  • Kenyatta University Mombasa Campus Kenyatta University Mombasa Campus, Mombasa  
    The program is suitable
    for applicants who wish to
    pursue their interest in
    business.

    Entry requirements
    - A minimum of C+ in KCSE or
    hold a diploma in commerce or
    in any business related field.

    Course duration
    - The program takes a minimum
    of four years
  • Daystar University Daystar University, Nairobi  
    Minimum requirements
    -Applicants must be in
    possession of any one of
    the qualifications below:
    (a)At least C+ in KCSE with C in maths
    (b)Five credits in IGCSE
    (c)Two passes in "A" level
    (d)Division two in GCE
    (e)CPA(K)

    Program duration
    -Four years
  • Mt. Kenya University Eldoret Campus Mt. Kenya University Eldoret Campus, Eldoret  
    Entry Requirements:-
    -KCSE or equivalent certificate with a minimum of C+ and grade C+ (plus) in both Mathematics and English or similar grades in an equivalent examination approved by the University Senate in liaison with CUE
    Or
    -Applicants who are in possession of a relevant Diploma
  • Mt. Kenya University Kitale Centre Mt. Kenya University Kitale Centre, Kitale  
    Entry Requirements:-
    KCSE or equivalent certificate with a minimum of C+ and grade C+ (plus) in both Mathematics and English or similar grades in an equivalent examination approved by the University Senate in liaison with CUE
    Or
    Applicants who are in possession of a relevant Diploma
  • JKUAT Main Campus Juja JKUAT Main Campus Juja, Nairobi  
    Course requirements
    - Students applying for this program a required to have attained a C+ in KCSE with a C in English and maths or
    - Hold a relevant diploma with at least a credit pass or
    - Two principal passes in KCE level
    Course duration
    - 4 years
  • Kirinyaga university college town campus Kirinyaga university college town campus, Karatina  
    Admission requirements
    -Applicants must have attained a C+ in KCSE,with a C English and maths or
    -A C- in KCSE,with a diploma or a professional certificate from a reputable institution
    Duration
    -4 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • St. Pauls University St. Pauls University, Limuru  
    Bachelor of commerce specialization in Accounting, marketing,finance, purchasing and supplies, management science and procurement.
    Joining you need to have a c+ and above in kcse with c+ in mathematics and above. Or diploma of it's equivalent.
  • KCA University Nairobi CBD Campus KCA University Nairobi CBD Campus, Nairobi  
    Admission requirements
    - A minimum of a C+ in KCSE or
    - Hold a KACE certificate with at least two principal passes or
    - Possess a relevant diploma from a reputable institution
    Duration
    - 3 years
  • Dedan Kimathi University of Technology DKUT Dedan Kimathi University of Technology DKUT, Nyeri  
    Admission requirements
    -The student must have scored a C+ with a C in maths and English or
    -A related diploma and a CPA final
    Period of study
    -4 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • Kenyatta University Kenyatta University, Nairobi  
    Admission requirements
    - Applicants must have
    scored a minimum of C+
    in KCSE or a relevant
    diploma from a recognized
    institution.

    Program duration
    -Four years
  • Kabarak University Kabarak University, Nakuru  
    Admission requirements
    -To qualify for this program,
    one must have scored a minimum
    of C+ in KCSE with C in both
    English and maths.

    Program duration
    -Eight semesters
  • Machakos University Machakos University, Machakos  
    Entry requirements
    -A C+ in KCSE with a C in maths or
    -Hold a diploma in commerce
    Duration
    -4 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • South Eastern Kenya University South Eastern Kenya University, Kitui  
    Admission requirements
    -KCSE C+ with C+ in maths/physics
    Duration
    -4 years
    Mode of study
    -full time
  • JKUAT Nairobi CBD Campus JKUAT Nairobi CBD Campus, Nairobi  
    Admission requirements
    -KCSE C+ with C in maths
    Duration
    -4 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  
    Academic requirements
    -KCSE C+ with C in maths
    Duration
    -4 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  
    Accounting
    Finance
    Human Resource Management
    Entrepreneurship
    Economics
  • Pan Africa Christian University Pan Africa Christian University, Nairobi  
    -Must at least C+ in KCSE or diploma in a relevant area
    -Duration: 4 years
  • Kenyatta University School of Economics Kenyatta University School of Economics, Nairobi  
  • Lukenya University Lukenya University, Athi River  
  • JKUAT Westlands Campus JKUAT Westlands Campus, Westlands  
  • Laikipia University Laikipia University, Laikipia  
  • Kenyatta University Nyeri Campus Kenyatta University Nyeri Campus, Nyeri  
  • Africa Nazarene University, Eldoret Centre Africa Nazarene University, Eldoret Centre, Eldoret  
  • Africa Nazarene University, Machakos Center  Africa Nazarene University, Machakos Center , Machakos  
  • JKUAT Nakuru Campus JKUAT Nakuru Campus, Nakuru  
  • Laikipia University College (Maralal Town Campus) Laikipia University College (Maralal Town Campus), Maralal  
  • Kampala International University Nairobi Campus Kampala International University Nairobi Campus, Nairobi  

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