Information Systems is a 2 years Diploma examined by ABMA.
| View institutions offering this programAbout Information Systems
Information technology has changed the way organisations communicate making business more efficient and competitive. The widespread use of computers has revolutionised business and the promise of further improvements in processing power means that this progression will continue.
This Information systems certificate programme aims to develop student skills in project management and the management of information technologies. The programme contents include business analysis, system analysis and design, management of information and communication technologies, advanced business analysis and an industry project.
What will I learn?
You will develop skills in the analysis, design, development and management of business information systems.
Career opportunities and pathways
Career options include systems analysis, business analysis and IT project management.
Entry requirements for Information Systems
KCSE C- (minus) and above
Institutions offering Information Systems
Jodan College of Technology
Private College
Thika Town
Jodan College of Technology is one of the leading higher education institutions with an exciting approach to tertiary education and training. Jodan College of Technology boasts modern state-of-the-art...
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Private College
Likoni
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Private College
Likoni
Riccatti Business College (RBC), is a tertiary training institution that brings together people from different walks of life to change their lives through quality career training.Riccatti Business College has campuses...
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Private University
Thika Town
Mount Kenya University (MKU) is a Chartered University committed to a broad-based, holistic and inclusive system of education.Mount Kenya University Main campus is located in Thika, with other...
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Private College
Starehe
Established in 1990, Computer Pride Ltd is one of the leading computer firms that have a centre that is specialized in providing training services on Information Technology. The...
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Private College
Starehe
East Africa Institute of Certified Studies (EAICS) has years of experience in delivering effective and efficient training at Diploma and Certificate levels in areas such as ICT, Business...
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Private College
Kiambu
Petanns Institute of Business Studies (PIBS) is a Technical training institution and a subsidiary college of Petanns Driving school and Computer College.PIBS is registered by the Kenyan government...
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Private College
Nyeri Town
Aberdare Institute of Management (AIM) is a privately funded institution that offers courses in Hospitality, Business and Computer Studies awarding recognized certificates and diplomas. Choosing the right path...
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Private College
Soy
Eldoret College of Professional Studies has provided education to the people of Rift valley for fifteen years now with a great success record. It has perfected its art...
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Private College
Mvita
Intra Soft Institute of Technology is a private middle level college located in Mombasa town, Mvita Constituency, Mombasa County.
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Private College
Thika Town
Matric Institute of Professional Studies offers Human Nutrition courses, Animal science courses, Business courses, Information technology courses, Diploma in Nursing, counseling services, and training. The trainers at the...
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ABMA qualifications in Computing and Information Systems are structured to enhance a student’s knowledge and skills, preparing them to be able to adapt and change modern technological capacities in business.
The main aims of the ABMA qualifications in Computing and Information Systems (CIS) are to:
- Prepare students for a range of technical, professional and management career disciplines in Computing and Information Systems by providing specialised studies that are directly relevant to individual occupations and professions in which students are currently working or in which they intend to seek employment.
- Enable students to make an immediate contribution in employment in the IT sector.
- Provide students with flexibility, knowledge, skills, understanding and motivation as a basis for progression to graduate and postgraduate studies.
- Develop a range of skills and techniques, personal qualities and attitudes essential for successful performance in working life.
Information Systems - Programme
Level 4 Diploma
- Life skills
- Entrepreneurship
- Communication
- Information systems
- Computer programming
- Information systems analysis and design
- Information presentation and analysis
- Web technologies
Level 5 Diploma
- Database systems
- Software development
- Information systems analysis and design
- Web applications development
- E-commerce strategy
Level 6 Diploma
- Software engineering, algorithm design, and analysis
- Enterprise architecture
- Organizational security
- IT project management
- Scalable web and e-commerce