10 most paying Diploma courses in Kenya
Employers are nowadays seeking diploma graduates especially in technical professionals.If you got the a grades that qualifies you for a diploma courses then you have to read our 4 tips today. 1. You need to Seek to study courses that can help to easily become self employed if employment is not forthcoming.2. You could also seek to get employed, work for a while and get the necessary experience then venture out on your own.3. Based on all the diploma and certificate courses offered in Kenyan colleges, the following are the best courses for you that will assist you not only to be employed but also be self employed in the long run.Here Are The Best Paying Diploma Courses In KenyaDiploma in clinical medicine and surgery This is one of the most marketable diploma medical courses. It takes about 3 years to study and one gets paid over ksh.100,000 per month.Diploma in applied statistics This course takes about 2 years to study. It is offered INA number of business schools such as KCA university and Kenya Institute of Management.1. Diploma in Architecture (50K)Course Duration: Three (3) yearsThe minimum entry requirement for the Diploma in Architecture, examined by KNEC is KCSE Mean grade C- or an approved equivalent qualification as determined by KNEC. (JKUAT) With a starting salary of 50K a month, architecture is one of the most paying diploma courses in Kenya.The number of architects in Kenya is still low, and those with the skills and experience are usually highly paid.The high demand for these professionals coupled by the few number of experts makes it one of the most paying diploma courses to pursue.2. Diploma in Journalism and Mass CommunicationCourse Duration: Three (2) yearsA minimum KCSE grade C- with a C in English Journalism and Mass Communication is another diploma course that will pay very well especially if you have the talent for media.A large percentage of the journalists you see on national TV stations are Diploma Holders.Journalism is a technical course and diploma students undergo more practical training, something that is very attractive to employers.In an entry level position you will earn around 20K to 40K a month, but those who have been in the industry for long and have impeccable performance records earn up to 500K a month, making it one of the most paying diploma courses in Kenya.3. Diploma in Project Management: Monitoring & Evaluation Duration: 9 months. Minimum entry requirements: – KCSE C plain or any diploma or degree from a recognized institution. NGO Jobs in Kenya remain one of the most sought after positions.With most NGOs, project management is a skill that is required in order to handle the multiple programs they run.NGOs are usually ready to pay more than 50K a month to new employees,making project management a high paying course in Kenya.4. Diploma in Accounting + CPAMinimum Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade of C-. Course Duration: 18 months. This is one of the most marketable diploma courses in Kenya. Accounting jobs are always trending since every industry requires financial experts and accountants in order to be effective.Accountants in established institutions earn not less than Ksh 50K per month, the more you gain experience the more you earn.Though diploma in accounting should be supplemented with a certification or ACCA or CPA for one to be more marketable.4. Business Related Diplomas (30K-50K)Minimum Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade of C-. Course Duration: 18 months. Most graduates with Business Related Diplomas earn between 30K and 50K a month as an entry level employee.That means that over time your monthly package will increase, often depending on the company you work for.There are some companies that pay up to 60K to Diploma graduates, especially those with a Diploma in Digital marketing.5. Diploma in Quantity SurveyingMinimum Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade of C-. Course Duration: 18 months. Minimum Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade of C-. Course Duration: 18 months. This course is offered in JKUAT, UoN and few other colleges in Kenya and it takes an average of 2 years to complete. Research shows that over 90% of graduates of this course secure employment in their first year of graduation.The monthly pay for a diploma graduate in quantity surveying is 60K to 300K.What I like most is that even if you are not lucky to secure employment, you can become self-employed and make it in life.6. Diploma in Electrical and Electronics EngineeringMinimum Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade of C-. Course Duration: 18 months. Minimum Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade of C-. Course Duration: 18 months. Most companies in Kenya prefer diploma holders to degree holders in the field of Electrical engineering.The course is high paying especially if you join companies like KPLC, KenGen, Bamburi Cement, Davis and Shirtliff and KAA.With a Diploma in Electrical Engineering, you are assured of earning above 50K every month. This makes it one of the best paying diploma courses in Kenya.7. Diploma in Information Technology (70K)Minimum Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade of C-. Course Duration: 18 months. Minimum Entry Requirements: KCSE mean grade of C-. Course Duration: 18 months. If you graduate with a Diploma in IT, then you would be eligible to work for IT firms and even telecommunications.Almost all companies have an IT department and therefore the course is both marketable and well paying.To Note: we have not included any agriculture courses in the list above. We have created a huge podcast on the sector and you can get it in our website.
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