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Microfinance Diploma (MDP) Distance Learning Programme: Matatu

The document summarizes the key details of the Microfinance Diploma programme offered through distance learning by Strathmore University's Institute of Continuing Education. The 3-semester programme is divided into 9 modules covering topics like microfinance operations, marketing, financial management, and research. Students must complete all modules and exams as well as a research project to qualify for the diploma. The document provides information on admissions requirements, course distribution, fees, payment details, and refund policies.

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Microfinance Diploma (MDP) Distance Learning Programme: Matatu

The document summarizes the key details of the Microfinance Diploma programme offered through distance learning by Strathmore University's Institute of Continuing Education. The 3-semester programme is divided into 9 modules covering topics like microfinance operations, marketing, financial management, and research. Students must complete all modules and exams as well as a research project to qualify for the diploma. The document provides information on admissions requirements, course distribution, fees, payment details, and refund policies.

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PROGRAMME DURATION AND

STRUCTURE

This programme is offered on a part time basis


via distance learning
The programme is offered in 9 modules.
The modules are taught over a period of 3
semesters, which run over a minimum period of
1 year.
Examinations consist of Comprehensive
Assignments and University Examinations.
Completion and submission of the
comprehensive Assignments is of paramount
importance and determines the students ability
to sit for exams.
To qualify for the Microfinance Diploma, the
student must complete all modules, sit all
exams and submit a complete research project.

EXEMPTIONS

Exemptions are granted at the discretion of the


Academic Council.
Unless exempted, a candidate is required to
take all modules.
Exemption procedures are available from the
microfinance program coordinator.

HOW TO REACH US
The University is located on Ole Sangale Rd (off
Langata Rd) in Madaraka Estate. You can take
a matatu to Madaraka Estate from the Kenya
Bus Service Station (KBS)

For more details contact:


Director of Admissions
Institute of Continuing Education
Strathmore University
P. O. Box 59857 00200 City Square
Nairobi, Kenya

MICROFINANCE
DIPLOMA
(MDP)
DISTANCE
LEARNING
PROGRAMME

Tel: +254 (020) 6006 155


Mobile: +254 (733) 618 135 / (722) 205 428
Fax: +254 (020) 607 498

OTHER INFORMATION

Students will be expected to comply with


existing regulations governing the University
body.
The University is recognised by the Directorate
of Industrial Training for the purpose of
reimbursement of fees. The names of students
sponsored must be submitted to the Directorate
before the commencement of the course.
The University offers snacks, drinks and hot
meals to students and staff at reasonable
prices.
The Library is open on weekdays from 7:30 am
to 9:00pm and on Saturdays from 8:00 am to
7.30Pm and Sundays 1.00pm- 6.00Pm
The University has a dress code, which we
kindly request all course participants to respect.

Email: [email protected] or
[email protected]
Website: www.strathmore.edu

STRATHMORE UNIVERSITY
INSTITUTE OF CONTINUING EDUCATION

MICROFINANCE DIPLOMA
PROGRAMME
The Institute of Continuing Education offers the
Microfinance Diploma Programme (MDP), which was
developed as a result of a tripartite agreement
between Strathmore University, Swisscontact and the
Association of Microfinance Institutions (AMFI).
The MDP aims at providing participants with the
basic skills in microfinance and exposing them to
effective ways of managing microfinance operations.
The microfinance industry aims at the provision of
sustainable financial services to the low-income and
the micro and small enterprise sectors in Kenya.
The programme targets employees of microfinance
organizations as well as other people interested in
developing a professional career in microfinance. The
programme is designed to meet individual and
corporate training needs of the microfinance Industry
in general.
The lecturers for the programme are drawn from
staff members in the University and practitioners
from the microfinance industry.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The following will be eligible for admission into the
Micro finance Diploma Programme:

Be a holder of a professional certificate in a


relevant
discipline
form
an
Institution
recognized by the Academic Council of the
University AND

Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent examination)


certificate with a minimum of C+ or be a holder
of KACE certificate with a minimum of two
Subsidiary Passes, and a minimum of a Credit
Pass in Mathematics at KCE; AND

Have worked in an MFI, SACCO, Bank, and


Financial Institution OR Non-bank financial
Institution for a minimum of two years

ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS
Candidates will be required to sit an Entrance
Examination, which consists of:

English Essay.

Oral Interview.

The curriculum has been developed to meet the


specific needs of the Kenyan microfinance industry
with input from practitioners and various
stakeholders in the industry to ensure the relevance
of the programme.

Candidates should report to the University by 8:00


am on Thursdays and should bring:

3 pass-port-size photographs.

Original and photocopies of relevant academic


and professional certificates.

Copy of National ID/Birth Certificate

Kshs 600 entrance examination fees

Letter from your employer indicating work


experience of a minimum of two years.

The objective of the programme is:

To expose participants to the basic and


technical skills of microfinance operations;

COURSE DISTRIBUTION

MDP OBJECTIVE

SEMESTER 1:

To help enhance professionalism in the


Microfinance industry and build capacity for the
MFI sector;
Give employees of the MFIs the opportunity to
acquire formal qualifications to build a
professional foundation for a career in the
microfinance field.

MODULE 1:
MDP 1101
MDP 1102
MDP 1103
MDP 1104

INTRODUCTION TO MICROFINANCE
Introduction To Micro Finance
Foundation of Business Ethics
Micro& Small Enterprises Scenario
Business Communications

MODULE 2.1: MICROFINANCE OPERATION I


MDP 1201
Formulation of Policies and Procedures
MDP 1202
Recruitment and Retention of Clients
MDP 1203
Client Training
MDP 1204
Saving Mobilization Process

MODULE 2.2: MICROFINANCE OPERATION II


MDP 1205
Portfolio Management
MDP 1206
Delinquency Management
MDP 1207
Risk Management
MDP 1208 Lending and Loan Process Management
SEMESTER 2:
MODULE 3.1: MARKETING
MDP 1301
Introduction to Marketing for MFIs
MDP 1302
Product Development Process
MDP 1303
Customer Care and Public Relations
MODULE 3.2: NETWORKING
MDP 1304
Networking and Linkages
MDP 1305
Outreach and Promotional Activities
MDP 1306
Establishing Branch Units
MODULE 4:
MDP 1401
MDP 1402
MDP 1403

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Financial Accounting
Financial Management
Fundraising and Resource Mobilization

MODULE 7: RESEARCH
MDP 1701
Research Methods
MDP 1702
Research project
SEMESTER 3:
MODULE 5: MANAGEMENT OF INFORMATION
SYSTEMS
MDP 1501
Fundamentals of Information Technology
MDP 1502
Business Systems Applications
MDP 1503
Information Systems Security and Audit
MDP 1504
Information Systems Management
MODULE 6:
MDP 1601
MDP 1602
MDP 1603
MDP 1604
MDP 1605

ORGANISATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Strategic Business Planning
Human Resource- Personnel Management
Human Resource- Staff Training
Leadership and Effective Supervision
Governance

Strathmore University
Institute of Continuing Education
2010 MDP Part-time Fee Structure
Fees per semester
Semester 1
Registration fee
Caution money
Tuition fees
Total
Semester 2
Registration fee
Tuition fees
Total
Semester 3
Registration fee
Tuition fees
Total
Total MDP Fees

Fee (Kshs)
630
2,300
55,000
57,930
630
50,000
50 630
630
50,000
50,630

Transport: (free of charge). The bus to Strathmore University will


depart from Garden Square, opp. Holy Family Basilica at the
following times:

Weekdays: between 4:15pm and 5:15pm

Saturdays: between 7:45am and 8:15am


Return trips to Nairobi City Centre from the University will be
made at the following times:

Weekdays: between 7:20pm and 7:45pm

Saturdays: between 1:00pm and 1:30pm

POLICY ON REFUND OF FEES


1.

159,190

Fees Paid In Cash should be deposited into Strathmore University


Collection Account either at:

Commercial Bank of Africa (any branch in Nairobi)


A/C no. 017 0046 005

2.
3.

Standard Chartered Bank (any branch in Kenya)


A/C no. 010 204 484 4 000
Credit Cards: We also accept payments by Credit cards local and
International.
Fees Paid By Cheque: Nairobi cheques can be receipted directly by
the University Cashier, but ONLY if the cheque is a bankers
cheque. Payments by personal cheques are not allowed.

4.

Note: No cash fees, no Money Orders, no Postal Orders and no


upcountry cheques will be accepted in the University.

5.

Upcountry cash payments should be deposited in the above


Standard Chartered Bank Account or at Equity Bank.
Upcountry bankers cheques will be receipted by the University
cashier on further payment of Kshs.200.00, being bank charges
levied by our bankers.

6.

7.
Bank deposit slips should be completed in duplicate: the top copy
is kept by the bank; the second copy should be given to the
University Cashier, who will issue a receipt for it.
Bank Charges per Deposit:

Commercial Bank of Africa

Standard Chartered Bank Kshs.150/-

8.

The following fees are not refundable: Registration, Student


Activity, Library, Computer Laboratory, Application Form and
Student ID.
Caution money is refundable, subject to clearance.
Tuition fees may be refunded only when the student (or his
guardian) officially drops out of the course (ref. No. 8) within
the periods stated below. The following refunds will apply:
No. of Weeks:
Charge of Fees payable in (%)
0-1
10
2-3
15
4
35
5
50
6
70
7
100-no refund
Examination fees: A refund of up to 85% might be given if
the student officially drops out of the course (re. No. 8)
within the first FOUR weeks of the commencement of the
semester. There will be NO refund after the fourth week.
Special refunds: When a student drops out of the course
due to some exceptional causes such as grave accidents,
illness or death, he/she might be granted a special refund of
up to 50% of tuition fees when withdrawals are made in the
3rd and 4th weeks of the semester. Full documentary evidence
will be required before any refund is granted.
Expulsion/Suspension: No refund of fees shall be made to
a student who has been expelled or suspended due to
misconduct.
Desertion: No refund of fees shall be made to a student
who does not withdraw officially from the course.
Official Withdrawal: the student is required to write to the
Academic Registrar to request for withdrawal either for good
or to request for academic leave for whatever reason. The
withdrawal comes into effect after confirmation from the
Registrar Academic. The effective date for the withdrawal will

be the date in which the Change of Course form is submitted


to the Accounts Department, not the date in which the
student stopped attending classes.

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