Professional Courses

  1. Certified Co-operative Professional (CCOP)
  2. Certified Procurement and Supply Professional of Kenya (CPSP-K) & Associate in Procurement and Supply of Kenya (APS-K)
  3. Certified Secretaries (CS), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Investment & Financial Analysts (CIFA), Accounting Technician Diploma (ATD)
  4. Diploma and Associate Diploma in Banking & Financial Services

Mode of Study: In-Person (Day, Evening, Weekends), Online and Blended Learning

Intake Dates: January and July

Certified Co-operative Professional (CCOP)

The CCOP qualification is offered by the Kenya Society of Professional Co-operators (KSPC) in partnership with KASNEB. The Co-operative University of Kenya is accredited by KSPC to offer training for this program.

Registration Requirements

  • KCSE with a minimum grade of C+
  • KACE with two principal passes and credit in English and Math at KCE
  • KASNEB or KNEC diploma qualification
  • Recognized university degree
  • Other equivalents as approved by KSPC

Recommended for:

  • Professionals in or aspiring to join the co-operative sector
  • Graduates of co-operative-related programs seeking certification
  • Practitioners in the co-operative space without formal training

Course Structure

Module Section Units
Module I Section 1 Philosophy, Accounting, Communication, Computer Applications
Section 2 Law, Quantitative Techniques, Banking, Education
Module II Section 3 Taxation, Entrepreneurship, Banking
Section 4 Management IS, Marketing, Finance
Module III Section 5 Strategy, Governance, Risk
Section 6 Reporting, Auditing, Environment

Tuition Fees

Module Units per Section Fee per Unit (KES)
Module I (Sec 1 & 2) 4 5,000
Module II (Sec 3 & 4) 3 5,500
Module III (Sec 5 & 6) 3 6,000

Other Charges

  • Registration: 1,000 (once)
  • ID: 500 (once)
  • Library: 500 (per section)
  • Internet & Computer: 1,500
  • Total: 3,500

Professional Exam Fees

Module Section 1 Section 2 Total Single Paper
Module I 5,500 5,500 11,000 3,000
Module II 7,500 7,500 15,000 4,200
Module III 9,500 9,500 19,000 5,400

Exemptions

  • Module I: 3,900 per paper
  • Module II: 5,200 per paper
  • Module III: 6,600 per paper

Students with recognized prior qualifications (e.g., Bachelor of Co-operative Business) may be exempted from up to 16 units.

How to apply: Submit course content details, academic transcripts, and complete the exemption form available at www.csk.or.ke.

Certified Procurement and Supply Professional of Kenya (CPSP-K)

This course prepares learners to serve as buyers, procurement managers, supply chain analysts, and more. The Co-operative University of Kenya provides training, while examination is conducted by KISM in partnership with KASNEB.

Entry Requirements

  • Degree with at least 480 credits in relevant subjects
  • Equivalent qualification and/or relevant work experience
  • 600 credits post KNQA Level 2, APS-K plus 3 years’ relevant experience

Recommended for:

  • Students interested in procurement careers
  • Practitioners seeking theoretical foundation
  • Those with other professional qualifications

Course Structure

Part Units
Part I Organizational Environment, Procurement, Planning, Asset Management, Category Management, SMEs
Part II SCM Information Systems, Finance, Sustainability, Operations, Project & Contract Mgmt, Audit & Risk
Part III Strategic SCM, Leadership, Global Logistics, Research, Consultancy, PPPs, Industry-based Learning

Tuition Fees

Parts Total Units Fee per Unit (KES)
Parts I, II, III 19 5,000

Other Charges

  • Registration: 1,000 (once)
  • ID: 500 (once)
  • Library: 500 (per section)
  • Internet & Computer: 1,500
  • Total: 3,500

Examination Fees

  • Part I (per paper): 5,500
  • Part II (per paper): 2,500
  • Part III (per paper): 4,000

Exemptions

  • Granted on a paper-by-paper basis
  • Maximum of 5 units may be exempted
  • Part I: 3,750 per paper, Part II: 5,250 per paper, No exemptions for Part III

Certified Secretaries (CS), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Investment & Financial Analysts (CIFA), and Accounting Technician Diploma (ATD)

The Co-operative University of Kenya is accredited by KASNEB to offer training in the listed professional accounting and finance programs. Students are trained by university faculty and examined by KASNEB.

Course Structure

Detailed unit descriptions are available on the KASNEB website.

Tuition Fees

Course/Level Units per Level/Section Fee per Unit (KES)
CAMS I & II (Per Level) 4 5,000
ATD Level I–III (Per Level) 4 5,000
CPA/CS/CIFA Part I (Sec I & II) 3 5,000
CPA/CS/CIFA Part II (Sec III & IV) 3 6,000
CPA/CS/CIFA Part III (Sec V & VI) 3 7,500

Other Charges

  • Registration: 1,000 (once)
  • ID: 500 (once)
  • Library: 500 (per section)
  • Internet & Computer: 1,500
  • Total: 3,500
Exemptions: Application forms and requirements are available via the KASNEB website.

Diploma and Associate Diploma in Banking & Financial Services

The Kenya Institute of Bankers (KIB) offers these programs through The Co-operative University of Kenya. Students are trained at CUK and externally examined by KIB.

Target Audience

  • Prospective banking professionals
  • Practitioners seeking formal qualifications
  • Professionals from other disciplines entering banking

Entry Requirements

Diploma in Banking and Financial Systems (DBFS)

  • KCSE C plain with C in English/Math or Business
  • Division II in O-levels with credits in English/Math
  • 1 principal pass in A-level English or Math
  • Bridging option available via KNEC

Associate Diploma (AKIB)

  • KIB Diploma holders
  • Degree holders
  • CPA Part II holders

Course Structure

Programme Level Units
DBFS Level I & II Elements of Banking, Communication, Economics, Calculations, Law, Accounting, Marketing, Forex & Trade Finance
AKIB Level I–III 7 Core (e.g. Reporting, Monetary Systems, Strategy) + 2 Optional (Insurance, Investment, etc.)

Tuition Fees

Level Units per Level Fee per Unit (KES)
Diploma (DBFS) 4 5,000
Associate Diploma (AKIB) 3 7,000

Other Charges

  • Registration: 1,000 (once)
  • ID: 500 (once)
  • Library: 500 (per section)
  • Internet & Computer: 1,500
  • Total: 3,500

Exemptions

  • Only for registered members
  • DBFS: 3,000 per subject + 2,000 processing fee
  • AKIB: 5,000 per subject + 2,000 processing fee
  • Attach academic transcripts and course outlines
For more details, contact thebanker@kib.co.ke, info@kib.co.ke, or visit www.kib.co.ke