Bachelor of Business Administration (Top Up) — Study from Kenya

Advance your business career without pressing pause on your life in Kenya. The Bachelor of Business Administration (Top Up) is offered in exclusive partnership between the University of Cumbria and Robert Kennedy College—bringing a globally oriented, career-focused learning experience to your fingertips in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, or wherever you call home.

Designed for ambitious professionals who already hold prior business studies or a diploma and want to complete their bachelor’s degree, this programme gives you a rigorous, modern foundation in management, strategy, finance, marketing, and leadership. Its internationally applicable frameworks equip you to think critically, make data-informed decisions, and lead confidently in fast-changing markets—skills you can apply across industries and borders.

Awarded a British Degree Recognised Internationally

Stand out in competitive job markets with a respected British degree. The University of Cumbria awards your credential, signalling academic quality and professional relevance to employers and institutions around the world. The name on your diploma is a powerful calling card—one that opens doors across continents.

Whether you’re targeting promotions, preparing to launch a venture, or planning future postgraduate study, international recognition matters. Your degree reflects academic standards that are globally understood, helping you present your achievements with confidence—at home in Kenya and abroad.

Graduate in as Little as 1 Year, 100% Online

Time is your most valuable resource. This top-up pathway is designed to help you finish your bachelor’s degree efficiently—often in as little as 12 months—so you can accelerate your next career move without delay. The streamlined structure focuses your energy on the final level of study that leads directly to graduation.

And because it’s delivered fully online, you can keep working, keep living, and keep advancing while you study. No commuting, no relocating—just a clear path to a powerful credential.

No Live Attendance Required

Life doesn’t always run on a fixed timetable. With our flexible learning model, there are no mandatory live sessions or required logins at specific times and dates. Engage with your coursework when it fits—early morning, late evening, weekends—whatever works best for your schedule.

Discussion forums, recorded lectures, and self-paced learning blocks give you the freedom to move steadily forward without sacrificing family, work, or personal commitments. You’re in control of your study rhythm.

Learn Anywhere—Even Offline with Our Mobile App

Whether you’re in Nairobi’s CBD, traveling to the coast, or on the road across East Africa, you can keep learning. Our mobile app lets you download study materials and watch lectures offline, so your studies travel with you. Your classroom is wherever your phone, tablet, or laptop can go.

From quiet home offices to bustling airports, you’ll have the tools to stay on track. That kind of portability transforms spare moments into meaningful progress.

Open-Book, Real-World Assessments

Business isn’t a memory test—it’s about applying knowledge to solve problems. That’s why the programme uses open-book assessments instead of traditional closed-book, question-and-answer exams. You’ll be challenged to research, think critically, synthesize insights, and present well-reasoned solutions.

This approach reflects how professionals work in the real world: with access to resources, under pressure to deliver clarity and value. It’s rigorous, practical, and deeply relevant to your day-to-day responsibilities.

Be Mentored by World-Class Faculty

Learn from tutors and faculty who bring both academic excellence and practical experience to the virtual classroom. Many have graduated from world-renowned universities such as Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis.

That breadth of perspective matters. You’ll gain exposure to diverse management practices, global case studies, and forward-looking research—all curated by educators who understand how to translate theory into impact.

Join a Truly Global Network

When your classmates span more than 130 countries, every discussion becomes richer and every idea is tested against real-world diversity. You’ll connect with peers from multiple sectors and cultures, building a professional network that crosses borders and industries.

Our alumni can be found at international organisations such as the United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, and Sony—proof that this community is active at the highest levels of global business and impact.

Flexible, Budget-Friendly Tuition

Your education should be an investment you can manage with confidence. Our fees can be paid in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments, helping you spread costs over time while keeping your cash flow predictable.

This flexibility supports your long-term planning—whether you’re investing in your career, your family, or your business. Focus on your studies and your goals, not on financial stress.

Why This Programme Makes Sense for Careers in Kenya

Kenya is a powerhouse of digital innovation and entrepreneurship, renowned for mobile money leadership and a vibrant start-up ecosystem. With advanced training in strategy, marketing, finance, and operations, BBA graduates can contribute to the growth of fintech, e-commerce, and digital services—designing scalable business models, optimizing customer acquisition, and managing data-driven decision-making. If you aim to lead in tech-enabled ventures, this programme helps you build the managerial competencies to match Kenya’s pace of innovation.

Beyond technology, Kenya’s agribusiness and supply-chain sectors are transforming—integrating value addition, logistics, and regional trade. The programme’s focus on operations management, financial planning, and international business prepares you to streamline processes, improve margins, and manage cross-border relationships from farm to market. Whether you work with producers, processors, distributors, or exporters, you’ll be equipped to drive efficiency and sustainability across the value chain.

Kenya’s role as an East African hub—spanning tourism and hospitality, renewable energy, infrastructure, and the NGO/development space—creates demand for agile, ethically grounded leaders. With modules that sharpen strategic thinking, leadership, and stakeholder management, you’ll be ready to navigate complex projects, cross-functional teams, and multi-stakeholder environments. From geothermal and green energy initiatives to destination management and social-impact programmes, your BBA skill set can translate into meaningful progress and career advancement.

Ready to Move Forward—From Kenya to the World

This is your moment to finish your degree, amplify your impact, and unlock new possibilities—without leaving Kenya or pausing your career. You’ll study with a global community, guided by expert faculty, and graduate with a respected British degree that travels with you.

Take the next step toward the future you want. Request our course catalogue and discover how the Bachelor of Business Administration (Top Up) can help you advance—on your terms.