Nairobi Institute of Business Studies (NIBS) is a reputable private tertiary training institution registered by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology to train in Certificate, Diploma, and Advanced Diploma Programmes in Business Studies, Accountancy, Information Technology, Journalism and Mass Communication, Legal Studies, Secretarial Studies, and Community Development and Social Work. This article outlines a list of courses offered at NIBS Technical College.
Courses offered at NIBS Technical College are examined by three reputable examination bodies; KNEC, KASNEB, and City & Guilds. Intake is normally in January, March, June, and September depending on the course.
Internal exams at NIBS cost Ksh. 500/= per paper, while retakes Ksh. 500/= per paper.
NIBS list of campuses include:
- Ruiru Campus
- Thika Road Campus
- Ongata Rongai Campus
- Nairobi Campus
- Thika Town Campus
To be admitted at NIBS Technical College, admission requirements are:
- Copy of K.C.S.E Result slip or a Certificate or Equivalent
- National ID Card or Birth Certificate
- 2 Passport-sized photographs
Length of a Semester at NIBS
- 3 months for ICM Programmes
- 6 Months for ABE Programmes
- 3 Months for KNEC Modular Programmes
- 3 Months for ABMA Programmes
- 5 Months for KASNEB Programmes
List of Courses Offered at NIBS Technical College
Here is a list of courses offered at NIBS Technical College, including Minimum requirements, and duration:
- Advanced Diploma in Beauty Therapy, Pass in Diploma in Cosmetology, 6 months
- Artisan Course in Automotive Engineering, Open, 1½ years
- Artisan Course in Electrical Installation, Open, 1½ years
- Artisan Course in Store Keeping, Open, 1 year
- ATD Level 1, KCSE C Minus, 6 months
- ATD Level 2, PASSED ATD 1, 6 months
- ATD Level 3, PASSED ATD 2, 6 months
- Certificate in Automotive Engineering, KCSE D Plain, 2 years
- Certificate in Business Management, KCSE D Plain, 5 terms
- Certificate in Business Management, KCSE D Plain, 1½ years
- Certificate in Catering and Accommodation Operations, KCSE D Plain, 2 years
- Certificate in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, KCSE D Plain, 2 years
- Certificate in Food & Beverage Production, Sales & Service Management KCSE D Plain, 2 years
- Certificate in Information Communication Technology, KCSE D Plain, 1½ years
- Certificate in Sales & Marketing, KCSE D Plain, 1½ years
- Certificate in Supply Chain Management, KCSE D Plain, 1 ½ years
- CPA Section 1, C PLUS AND ABOVE, 6 months
- CPA Section 2, PASSED SECTION 1, 6 months
- CPA Section 3, PASSED SEC 2 OR ATD 3, 6 months
- CPA Section 4, PASSED SEC 3, 6 months
- CPA Section 5, PASSED SEC 4, 6 months
- CPA Section 6, PASSED SEC 5, 6 months
- Diploma in Automotive Engineering, KCSE C Minus, 3 years
- Diploma in Business Management, KCSE C Minus, 7 terms
- Diploma in Catering & Accommodation Operation, KCSE C Minus, 3 years
- Diploma in Cosmetology, KCSE D Plain, 2 years
- Diploma in Customer Service, KCSE D Plus, 1 term
- Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering, KCSE C Minus, 3 years
- Diploma in Food & Beverage Production, Sales & Service Management, KCSE C Minus, 3 years
- Diploma in Human Resource Management, KCSE C Minus, 7 terms
- Diploma in Human Resource Management, KCSE C Minus, 2 years
- Diploma in Information Communication Technology, KCSE C Minus, 2 years
- Diploma in Journalism & Media Studies, KCSE D Plain, 2 years
- Diploma in Project Management, KCSE C Minus, 2 terms
- Diploma in Public Relations, KCSE D Plus, 2 terms
- Diploma in Purchasing & Supply, KCSE C Minus, 3 terms
- Diploma in Sales & Marketing, KCSE C Minus, 7 terms
- Diploma in Sales & Marketing, KCSE C Minus, 2 years
- Diploma in Sales Management & Marketing, KCSE C Minus, 2 terms
- Diploma in Software Engineering, KCSE D Plain, 1 year
- Diploma in Supply Chain Management, KCSE C Minus, 7 terms
- Diploma in Supply Chain Management, KCSE C Minus, 2 years
- Diploma in Tourism, Travel & Business Studies, KCSE D Plain, 2 years
- Full Secretarial Course, KCSE D Plain, 1½ years
- International Computer Driving License, Open 3, months
- International Diploma in Hospitality Management, KCSE D Plain, 2 years

How to Apply for Courses at NIBS
- Go to the NIBS Technical College admissions portal: admissions.nibs.ac.ke
- Key in your KCSE index number and year
- Select the course you want to pursue
- Finally, download your Admission Letter
NIBS Examination Fees Structure
PROGRAMME | MODULE 1 | MODULE 2 | MODULE 3 |
---|---|---|---|
Certificate in Electrical Engineering | 13,150 | 14,600 | |
Certificate in Automotive Engineering | 12,700 | 14,600 | |
Certificate in Information Communication Technology | 10,150 | 7,600 | |
Certificate in Catering & Accommodation Operations | 14,600 | 12,050 | |
Certificate in Food & Beverage Production, Sales and Service | 11,650 | 12,100 | |
Certificate in Supply Chain Management | 10,150 | 8,150 | |
Certificate in Human Resource Management | 9,150 | 6,150 | |
Certificate in Sales & Marketing | 8,150 | 8,150 | |
Certificate in Business Management | 10,150 | 9,150 | |
Diploma in Electrical Engineering | 12,100 | 12,100 | 12,500 |
Diploma in Automotive Engineering | 12,100 | 12,100 | 12,500 |
Diploma in Information Communication Technology | 12,900 | 11,550 | 9,200 |
Diploma in Catering & Accommodation Operations | 19,150 | 18,150 | 20,050 |
Diploma in Food & Beverage Production, Sales & Service | 17,350 | 17,770 | 19,500 |
Diploma in Supply Chain Management | 14,250 | 10,100 | 11,900 |
Diploma in Human Resource Management | 10,200 | 7,400 | 10,550 |
Diploma in Sales & Marketing | 11,550 | 9,200 | 11,900 |
Diploma in Business Management | 11,550 | 10,100 | 11,900 |
KASNEB Exam Fees
PROGRAMME | MODULE 1 |
---|---|
CPA Section I-II | 2,700 per section |
CPA Section III-IV | 4,400 per section |
CPA Section V-VI | 6,600 per section |
ATD Level I | 3,500 per level |
ATD Level II | 4,000 per level |
ATD Level III | 4,500 per level |
Fees for Other Exam Bodies
EXAM BODY | REGISTRATION FEES | EXAMINATION FEES |
---|---|---|
ICM | 25 pounds | 26 pounds per paper |
ABE | Diploma Level 4; 30 pounds | 30 pounds per paper |
Diploma Level 5; 40 pounds | 40 pounds per paper | |
Diploma Level 6; 50 pounds | 40 pounds per paper | |
ABMA | 30 pounds | Level 4; 25 pounds per paper |
Level 5; 30 pounds per paper | ||
Level 6; 30 pounds per paper |
Take note that the fees may change without our knowledge, so please confirm with NIBS at the contacts given to enquire about current fee updates.
How to Pay NIBS Fees
You can pay for NIBS fees through the following bank accounts:
- Equity Bank A/C 0870295346647
- Family Bank A/C 014-21981
You can also pay for NIBS fees through MPESA Pay Bill Number: 800300.
The Mpesa account number is your NIBS admission number (always confirm before sending).
You will then be required to report to the accounts office with the M-Pesa transaction details.
TAKE NOTE!
ONLY use M-Pesa to pay for Tuition and other NIBS Fees.
NO EXTERNAL EXAM FEES TO BE PAID THROUGH M-Pesa.
Important link: NIBS Student Portal
NIBS Campuses Contacts
- NIBS Technical College, PO. Box 1227 – 00232, Ruiru, Kenya.
- Phone: +254 722 547746
- Email: info@nibs.ac.ke
NIBS Ongata Rongai Campus Contacts
+254 715 654 016
NIBS Nairobi Campus Contacts
+254 721 107 701
Thika Road Campus Contacts
+254 722 547 746
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