Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

About the MBA Programme
The program reflects RU’s strong commitment to transformative education by preparing students to succeed in a global, technology-driven business environment. It places significant emphasis on ethical leadership and innovation, while integrating emerging areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, and business intelligence.

It is designed to equip learners with advanced knowledge and practical skills across key business disciplines, including accounting, finance, marketing, and ethics. In doing so, the program ensures a well-rounded understanding of modern business practices.

Additionally, the curriculum incorporates contemporary tools such as AI and data analytics to help learners address current business challenges in an ethical and responsible manner. By bridging theoretical knowledge with practical application, the program prepares students to perform effectively and confidently in real-world business environments.

Admission Requirements
Eligibility for admission to the MBA, candidates must hold:

• Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division) in Business or any other field.
• Lower Division graduates need two years’ relevant experience, while
• Pass holders require a postgraduate diploma or five years’ relevant experience.
• Credit transfers are considered per statutory guidelines.

Mode of Delivery

• The Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme will be delivered through a blended learning model that combines online and face-to-face modes of instruction. The online component will include both synchronous and asynchronous virtual engagements, project-based learning, and flipped classroom approaches to enhance flexibility and learner participation. The face-to-face component will be conducted through in-person lectures, seminars, student presentations, guest lectures, tutorials, and business simulations.
• This blended learning approach is particularly well-suited for the MBA programme, as it is designed to accommodate working professionals from across the region who may not be able to attend on-campus sessions daily. It also aligns with the growing integration of information and communication technologies in modern education, ensuring that learners remain engaged, connected, and up to date with current trends.
• The programme adopts a highly structured model that effectively integrates online and in-person learning experiences, enabling students to maximize their learning outcomes. This approach supports the use of digital tools, case-based learning, and computer-aided simulations, particularly in practical and decision-oriented courses, thereby enhancing the development of real-world managerial and leadership competencies.

Graduation Requirement
Requirements of the academic programme as outlined in the curriculum. To graduate, a student must complete all core courses and specialization (48 credit hours), a research thesis (12 credit hours), and attain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00. A student will be required to take a total of 16 units for the whole program, distributed as follows: 6 units in the first semester, 5 units in the second semester, 5 units in the third semester, and a research paper in the fourth semester.

Specialisations

Fees
The unit cost is Kshs 20,000, excluding statutory charges. The total fee payable depends on the number of modules taken per semester.