Diploma in Business Administration(DBA) Introduction The Diploma in Business Administration provides a comprehensive introduction to the major areas of business management. The programme has been designed to satisfy the specifications of business administration with regard to the generic knowledge and requirements needed by players in business management services at the lower levels. The business sector is growing and there is a growing gap in the manpower requirements at [...]

Diploma in Business Computing(DBC) Introduction The Diploma in Business Computing is a combination of business and technology services focusing on advising businesses on how best to use information technology to meet their business objectives. The Diploma in Business computing is intended to; Introduce students to the field of Information Technology and the business domain. Equip learners with practical vocational computer skills needed at the work place. Help students [...]

Diploma in Catering and Hotel Operations(DCHO) Introduction The Diploma in Catering and Hotel entails a thorough background in the hospitality industry. Areas of study include; front office operations and management, food and beverage services and marketing of hotel and catering services. Diploma graduates are the practically skilled and hands on workers. They are the ones on the shop floor, in production, service and in the field making money [...]

Diploma in Computer Science(DCS) Introduction The Department of Computer Science and Engineering was established in June 2017 to strengthen training, research, and innovation in Computing and ICT. The department offers programs at Certificate, Diploma, Bachelor’s, and Master’s levels, alongside the Department of Applied Computing and Information Technology. The objectives of the department are to: Deliver high-quality undergraduate and graduate education in both theoretical and practical Computer Science and [...]

Diploma in Human Resource Management(DHRM) Introduction The programme has been designed to satisfy the specifications of Human Resource Management with regard to the knowledge and skills needed by organizational leaders and Human Resource practitioners at various levels. In today’s competitive environment, organizations rely on the knowledge, skills, and commitment of their human resources to succeed. Therefore, it is imperative for organizational leaders and HR practitioners to have human [...]

Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management(DPSCM) Introduction The Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management provides a strong background in areas of procurement, stores management, supply chain management, logistics management and related fields. The programme has been designed to satisfy the specifications of Procurement and Supply Chain Management with regard to the generic knowledge and requirements that will prepare candidates to work in the area of procurement, [...]

Diploma in Transport and Logistics Management(DTLM) Introduction The Diploma in Transport and Logistics Management is a course for those who are new to the logistics and transport industry and want to specialize in areas of Transport operations, Transport planning, warehousing and inventory control or Logistics Management. The programme has been designed to satisfy the specifications of transport and logistics management with regard to the generic knowledge and requirements [...]

Diploma in Entrepreneurship & Small Business Management(DESBM) Introduction The Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management extensively covers business functions of planning, organizing, directing and controlling. It provides a foundation of Entrepreneurship knowledge including management, business law, office technologies and accounting which are all needed to successfully meet challenges and opportunities encountered in today’s dynamic business environment. Admission Requirements Admission into the first year is strictly through [...]

Diploma in Business Intelligence and Data Analytics (DBIDA) Introduction Current technology involved in all aspects of business transactions and human social interaction generates an unprecedented massive amount of data. As business opportunities embedded in vast generated data lakes continue to surface, forward-looking organizations are realizing great needs in new data management and analytics technologies and professionals. The Diploma in Business Intelligence and Data Analytics programme is intended to [...]

PhD in Energy Economics and Governance (PhDEEG) Introduction The PhD in Energy Economics and Governance is designed to equip candidates with advanced analytical, research, and policy development skills in the management and governance of energy resources. The programme addresses the growing demand for experts capable of developing, designing, and evaluating policy and strategic frameworks for sustainable energy development. It combines advanced training in economic theory, econometrics, and governance [...]

Bachelor of Leisure, Events and Hotel Management (BLEHM) IntroductionThe Bachelor of Leisure, Events and Hotel Management (BLEHM) was developed through the merger of the former Bachelor of Leisure and Hospitality Management (BLHM) and the Bachelor of Catering and Hotel Management (BCHM) programmes. This new integrated programme provides a broader and more dynamic approach to the leisure, tourism, and hospitality industries.The curriculum is designed to equip students with managerial, entrepreneurial, and [...]

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Introduction Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) is one the pioneer programs offered at Makerere University Business School since the inception of the Business school. The program was started in1993 in order to provide business and management education in the country through offering students with practical business and management training that can prepare them to successfully work with large and small organizations both locally [...]

Bachelor of Commerce (BCOM) Introduction This degree programme is aimed at equipping graduates with the knowledge and technical skills necessary to understand and participate in the modern business world. The course also prepares students for subsequent graduate studies and allows them to achieve the highest level of success in their professional careers. Students can specialize in one of the following areas, accounting, taxation or banking & insurance options. [...]

Bachelor of Transport and Logistics Management (BTLM) Introduction The Bachelor of Transport and Logistics Management (BTLM) was introduced in 2007 after consultations with industry stakeholders and employers who recognized the growing significance of transport and logistics in enhancing organizational efficiency and competitiveness. The program equips learners with skills in transport systems, logistics planning, procurement, and supply chain management—key areas that support both national and international trade. Over the [...]

Bachelor of Leadership and Governance (BLG) Introduction The Bachelor of Leadership and Governance Program was introduced in the Academic Year 2006/2007 and housed in the Department of Leadership and Governance. The introduction of the program was in response for the need to develop knowledgeable and skilled personnel in leadership and Governance to act as change agents in the social, economic and political atmosphere of the modern world. It [...]

Bachelor of Real Estate Business Management (BREM) Introduction Uganda for many years has had a knowledge and expertise gap both in the reliability and integrity of the real estate practitioners in the real estate industry which has affected the consumers of the industry services. In 2007, Makerere University Business School (MUBS) initiated a Bachelor of Real Estate Business Management (BREM) programme after consulting the industry stakeholders in order [...]

Bachelor of Science in Finance (BSF) Introduction Bachelor of Science in Finance Degree was introduced in 2007 to provide students with strong theoretical and practical-oriented skills for employment in the private and the public sectors, among others. The programme was also introduced to solve the challenges facing the finance industry which was and continues to struggle with huge and disruptive upheaval. The programme started with 20 registered students [...]

Bachelor of Travel and Tourism Management (BTTM) Introduction Tourism is the world’s largest and fastest-growing sector, generating over US$1.3 trillion annually and demonstrating resilience against economic, political, and social shocks. In Uganda, the industry has experienced annual growth rates exceeding 20%, becoming the country’s largest foreign exchange earner. The sector creates opportunities for rural development, poverty alleviation, and employment, particularly for youth and women. The Bachelor of Travel [...]

Bachelor of Office and Information Management (BOIM) Introduction Bachelor of Office and Information Management program was previously being offered as a stand-alone degree program approved by Senate in 2002.  The program was split from the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) program which was one of the options in the BBA program.  The BOIM program was last reviewed in 2007 and currently it is being submitted as Bachelor of [...]

Bachelor of Business Computing (BBC) Introduction The Department of Economics, currently running the Bachelor of Arts in Economics Programme (BAEP) combines with Procurement & Logistics Management and Management Science Departments to form the Faculty of Economics, Energy and Management Science (FEEMS) tenable at Makerere University Business School (MUBS).In line with institutional Mission; “To enable the future of clients through creation and provision of knowledge”, there is ultimate need [...]

Bachelor of Arts in Economics (BAE) Introduction The Department of Economics, currently running the Bachelor of Arts in Economics Programme (BAEP) combines with Procurement & Logistics Management and Management Science Departments to form the Faculty of Economics, Energy and Management Science (FEEMS) tenable at Makerere University Business School (MUBS).In line with institutional Mission; “To enable the future of clients through creation and provision of knowledge”, there is ultimate [...]

Bachelor of Business Statistics (BBS) Introduction The Bachelor of Business Statistics is a degree programme emphasizing statistics both as a science and as a service discipline, with powerful applications in areas such as probability, mathematical statistics, data analysis, statistical computing, and statistical modeling. This programme is designed to equip students with skills to collect, analyze, and make deductions from statistical data to inform organizations and governments on trends [...]

Bachelor of Entrepreneurship (BENT) Introduction In this proposed programme, the name “Bachelor of Entrepreneurship” replaces the previous “Bachelor of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management.” Entrepreneurship has become one of the most dynamic fields of study and professional practice globally. This is evidenced by international initiatives such as the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor and the Global Annual Entrepreneurship Conference, which emphasize the significance of entrepreneurial innovation in economic growth. Organizations [...]

Bachelor of Marketing (BMRK) Introduction The Bachelor of Marketing (BMRK) programme at Makerere University Business School (MUBS) is designed to develop competent, innovative, and ethical marketing professionals capable of meeting the dynamic needs of today’s business world. The programme provides learners with a comprehensive understanding of marketing principles, consumer behavior, brand management, and strategic market planning. It emphasizes both theoretical and practical marketing knowledge to prepare graduates for [...]

Bachelor of Science in Accounting (BSc. Accounting) Introduction The Bachelor of Science in Accounting (BSc. Accounting) at Makerere University Business School (MUBS) is designed to provide a strong foundation in accounting principles and business management. The programme equips students with the professional knowledge, skills, and ethical values required in the accounting profession, in line with the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) standards. It aims to prepare students for [...]

Bachelor of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management (BESBM) Introduction The Bachelor of Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management (BESBM) programme was developed by Makerere University Business School (MUBS) to address the growing need for entrepreneurial skills and sustainable small business development in Uganda and beyond. Many businesses in the country struggle with survival and growth due to limited managerial, financial, and innovative capacity. This programme aims to produce graduates [...]

Bachelors of Procurement and Supply Chain Management Introduction This program was approved by Senate in 2002 as a stand-alone degree programme. The BPSM program was last reviewed in 2007 and is now under review following recommendations by the Academic Programme Restructuring Committee of Senate. The review considers merging it with the Bachelor of Transport and Logistics Management (BTLM), employers’ skill demands, and benchmarking with similar programs at other [...]

Bachelors of Human Resource Management Introduction Human Resource Management is a strategic and coherent approach to the management of the organization’s most valued resource; the people working in organizations, individually and collectively to contribute to the achievement of organizational goals. Application of competencies in Human Resource Management is essential for survival of any organization. The Bachelor of Human Resources Management enables learners to acquire competencies in managing HR [...]

Bachelors in International Business (BIB) Introduction The Bachelor of International Business (BIB) is an undergraduate program offered at Makerere University Business School (MUBS) that prepares students to become future leaders in the global business environment. The program focuses on developing an international mindset and equipping students with the knowledge and skills necessary to operate effectively across diverse cultures. Students gain expertise in international business operations, management, trade, communication, [...]

National Certificate in Business Administration (CBM-UBTEB) Introduction The National Certificate in Business Administration is a two-year program designed to impart practical business and administrative skills to learners. The course prepares students to work effectively in business offices, financial institutions, and administrative departments, or to start their own enterprises. It serves as a stepping stone to diploma and degree-level business programs. Admission Requirements Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) [...]

Higher Education Certificate in Business Studies (HECBS) Introduction The Higher Education Certificate in Business Studies is a one-year foundational program designed to prepare students for university-level education in business and management. The program equips learners with essential knowledge in entrepreneurship, accounting, economics, business communication, and information technology. It also provides an entry pathway for students who did not qualify directly for degree programs but aspire to pursue business-related [...]

Masters in Business Administration (MBA) IntroductionThe MBA programme is structured to prepare students for managerial careers and positions of influence in both business and society. The    programme is designed to be offered in the evening, day, weekend and distance learning modes. It is a two-year programme that consists of three taught semesters and one semester of research where the deliverable is a research dissertation which the participant will have [...]