Course aims and objectives
This course is designed to give you the opportunity to:
Course learning outcomes
Knowledge
Thinking skills
Subject-Based Practical skills
Skills for life and work (general skills)
INDICATIVE START DATES FOR THE YEAR 2026:
Unicaf offers a flexible rolling admissions model with multiple start dates for each throughout the year
12/1, 9/2, 9/3, 13/4, 11/5, 8/6, 13/7, 10/8, 14/9, 12/10, 9/11, and 14/12
Start dates for university programmes may be subject to change. Students are advised to regularly check their student profile for the most up-to-date and accurate information on programme commencement dates.
The entry requirements for postgraduate admission are:
Applications from non-standard applicants are welcome and will be considered individually.
* Entry requirements may vary depending on the programme of study.
Educational Aims of the Programme
The MBA aims to develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviours to prepare learners for senior leadership and strategic management roles. The MBA provides learners with a holistic view of business using both theoretical knowledge and practical application. The central underpinning themes of the programme are transformation (both individual and organisational) and sustainable business practices. In addition, learners’ digital skills will be developed and enhanced to increase impact within these themes and the programme. As such, the curriculum aligns to emerging social and business approaches to maximise the impact learners can make individually, organisationally, and societally.
Learning Outcomes
1. Critically appraise the theoretical underpinnings of business functions
2. Critically evaluate how the external environment impacts on organisations
3. Use critical and creative thinking alongside negotiation and influencing in an organisational context
4. Use relevant improvement and change methods and approaches to critically appraise an organisational issue
5. Evaluate sustainable options for business and organisational development
6. Examine the impact of disruptive technologies; drivers of change and new ways of working
7. Critically synthesise leadership theories and principles, including ethical and values-based approaches
8. Critically evaluate the social, environmental, and ethical impact of business decisions and activities in the context of corporate social responsibility
9. Critically appraise the use of multi-source data and analytics in support of management decision making
10. Critically evaluate financial statements and data to appraise and manage organisational risk
11. Critically apply knowledge of financial management to support organisational governance and strategic decision making
12. Critically analyse market strategies, brand and reputational management in the context of customer demands and trend analyses
13. Critically reflect on self to enhance personal and organisational impact
14. Investigate organisational issues and propose viable solutions utilising evaluative, analytical, and creative skills
15. Apply concepts, knowledge, and skills to own individual and organisational context
INDICATIVE START DATES FOR THE YEAR:
Unicaf offers a flexible rolling admissions model with multiple start dates for each throughout the year.
5/1, 2/2, 2/3, 6/4, 4/5, 1/6, 6/7, 3/8, 7/9, 5/10, 2/11, and 7/12
Start dates for university programmes may be subject to change. Students are advised to regularly check their student profile for the most up-to-date and accurate information on programme commencement dates.
Notice:
This programme pathway will be offered from January 2026 onwards, following the recently scheduled programme review, which forms part of the University’s established approach to quality assurance and enhancement. This process ensures that programmes remain current, academically robust, and aligned with the highest standards of relevance and quality.
The entry requirements for admission are:
Applications from non-standard applicants are welcome and will be considered individually.
* Entry requirements may vary depending on the programme of study.
Course Summary
This is a general management course designed for those in, or aspiring to, senior management positions or those looking for conversion from specialist fields to that of general management. It is also intended for those with entrepreneurial objectives. The MBA prepares participants for early entry into positions holding significant general management responsibilities, whilst developing a thorough understanding of the principal functional areas of management.
The course team recognises the importance of keeping a management course at the cutting edge of learning in a rapidly changing business environment and is committed to that goal.
Our particular course is also built around five key framing objectives: plurality, advocacy, enterprise, responsibility and application.
INDICATIVE START DATES FOR THE YEAR 2026:
Unicaf offers a flexible rolling admissions model with multiple start dates for each programme throughout the year. These are:
26/01, 23/02, 23/03, 27/04, 25/05, 22/06, 27/07, 24/08, 28/09, 26/10, 23/11, and 28/12.
*Start dates for these programmes may be subject to change. Students are advised to regularly check their student profile for the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding programme commencement dates.
The entry requirements for admission are:
Applications from non-standard applicants are welcome and will be considered individually.
* Entry requirements may vary depending on the programme of study.
Programme Aims and Objectives
Introduction
During this course, students will be able to study basic principles within the world of information systems and become fully equipped with all the necessary skills and knowledge to become successful managers and handle valuable information and data systems.
Rationale
The course will enable students to become efficiently equipped with all the necessary skills and knowledge in order to advance in international organizations and achieve positive results when operating in executive positions.
Aims of the Programme
The course aims to:
1. Develop the knowledge and skills necessary for successful strategic leadership performance, within the context of dynamic local and global challenges
2. Enhance the ability to source, analyse and critically appraise all types of business data and practice
3. Develop flexible strategies for satisfying diverse stakeholder and partner demands across the whole supply chain and other value adding systems
Objectives of the Programme
1. Integrate cutting-edge strategic research and practice to achieve business transformation
2. Engendera spirit of critical inquiry and environment that fosters life long learning and continuous personal and professional development
3. Develop skills of entrepreneurial leadership such as creativity, innovation, collaboration, risk taking, etc.
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Zambia Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
Programme Aims and Objectives
Introduction
During this course, students will be able to study basic principles within the Oil and Gas sector and acquire significant skills and knowledge in order to become successful managers in the oil and gas sector as well as run key roles within the industry.
Rationale
The course will enable students to become efficiently equipped with all the necessary skills and knowledge in order to advance in international organizations and achieve positive results when operating in executive positions.
Aims of the Programme
The course aims to:
1. Produce skilled executives in Oil and Gas Management and make them familiar with this field of engineering and its markets. Specifically, it covers a wide range of knowledge and skills that are now considered necessary by oil and gas professionals to address current problems of management in the oil and gas sector, both in design and planning and management of oil and gas sites.
2. The program provides expertise and technical skills and enhances the analysis of strategies, measures and actions aimed at developing the oil and gas sector within the broader context of social policy.
3. The program has an interdisciplinary basis, focusing on Management in Oil and Gas Engineering sites and markets to make students well-equipped and skilled to operate in the demanding world of Oil and Gas Management sector.
Objectives of the Programme
1. Provide all the necessary skills to the graduates in order to become successful oil and gas management professionals and be able to function efficiently within the specific industry
2. The programme also enables students to become technically aware of issues regarding oil and gas engineering and enriches their ability to analyse strategies and decisions made when developing oil and gas site units
3. Students will be also able to develop skills in the management of oil and gas sites as well as the administration of such units to function successfully in managerial positions within this sector
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Zambia Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
During this programme, students will be able to study basic principles of business processes and concepts with a specialisation in Marketing. They will gain profound knowledge of management and administration procedures in order to successfully function in managerial positions. The programme will enable students to become efficiently equipped with all the necessary skills and knowledge in order to advance in international organisations and achieve positive results when operating in executive positions.
The aims of the programme are the following:
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Zambia Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
Aims of the Programme
The aims of the programme are as follows:
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the programme, the student will be expected to:
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Zambia Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
Aims of the Programme
The aims of the programme are as follows:
1. To develop the leadership and management skills of students, and equip them with a deep understanding of core business principles.
2. To offer students specialised knowledge and skills in human resource management, including strategic leadership, performance management and recruitment and selection processes.
3. To equip students with the ability to analyse and solve complex people management problems, and to develop effective strategies for managing individuals and teams in various organisational settings.
4. To provide students with a global perspective on human resource management, including cross-cultural communication, and to prepare them to succeed in various international and local business contexts.
5. To foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills through a variety of case studies and a focus on promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.
Learning Outcomes.
At the end of the programme, the student will be expected to:
• Acquire a solid understanding of core business principles and specialised knowledge and skills in the field of human resource management.
• Demonstrate effective leadership and management skills, including motivating and managing individuals and teams and making sound decisions in various business contexts.
• Analyze complex people management problems, develop effective strategies for addressing them, and make informed decisions based on evidence.
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Zambia Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
Aims of the Programme
The main aim of the programme is to cultivate strategic leaders and managers equipped with robust critical thinking abilities, managerial skills and knowledge and the ability to synthesise and analyse diverse business data to make informed decisions in response to dynamic global challenges and complex management situations, thereby addressing pressing human resource needs in the contemporary business landscape.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the programme, the student will be expected to:
a) Apply critical and analytical thinking skills to evaluate business situations effectively.
b) Generate creative, innovative, and entrepreneurial solutions to address complex business challenges.
c) Utilise integrated problem-solving skills and strategic analysis across all functional areas of business.
d) Demonstrate strategic management competencies in effectively leading and directing organisational operations.
e) Interpret data (qualitative and quantitative) and financial information effectively to support informed decision-making.
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Zambia Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
Aims of the Programme
The primary goal of the programme is to develop skilled professionals capable of navigating both local and global financial challenges adeptly, by fostering a comprehensive understanding of financial management principles, theories, and critical evaluation of business data. This equips graduates to effectively meet the demands of stakeholders and partners across various value-added systems. This aim is also strengthened by its explicit focus on addressing human resource needs, ensuring graduates are well-equipped to contribute meaningfully to the financial sector and beyond.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the programme, the student will be expected to:
a) Demonstrate proficiency in fundamental financial concepts, principles, and tools applicable to business management, finance, and administration.
b) Apply acquired professional knowledge and skills effectively within organizational settings to address real-world financial challenges.
c) Utilise theoretical models and analytical tools proficiently to make informed financial decisions.
d) Analyse complex sets of information, problems, concepts, and theories to generate original ideas and propose innovative solutions in financial contexts.
e) Communicate financial information, ideas, and solutions effectively to both experts and non-experts, demonstrating clarity and persuasiveness in communication.
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Zambia Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
Aims of the Programme
The aim of the MBA Health Management programme is to develop skilled executives equipped with comprehensive knowledge and expertise in administration, health economics, and strategic management within the healthcare sector. By providing a rigorous interdisciplinary curriculum, the programme aims to address the critical human resource needs of the healthcare industry by preparing graduates to effectively navigate the complexities of healthcare administration and finance. Through a focus on practical skills development and strategic thinking, the programme seeks to empower students to drive innovation, improve operational efficiency, and enhance the overall delivery of healthcare services in the 21st century.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the programme, the student will be expected to:
a) Apply principles and theories of healthcare management to analyse and enhance organisational effectiveness.
b) Demonstrate proficiency as equipped healthcare professionals by synthesising relevant scientific literature and ethical considerations in decision-making processes.
c) Design effective business environments and healthcare organisations, integrating modern management tools and innovative strategies.
d) Evaluate the strategic operations of healthcare organisations within modern business environments, considering legal and regulatory frameworks.
e) Utilise advanced analytical and research skills to critically examine and address complex issues in healthcare administration, fostering continuous improvement and adaptation to changing dynamics.
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Zambia Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
Aims of the Programme
The main aim of the MBA Management programme is to develop skilled leaders capable of navigating dynamic local and global challenges by enhancing their strategic leadership performance. Through a comprehensive curriculum, the programme aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to source, analyse, and critically appraise business data, enabling them to develop flexible strategies that effectively satisfy diverse stakeholder and partner demands across value-added systems. This aim underscores the programme's commitment to addressing human resource needs by preparing graduates to lead strategically in today's ever-changing business environment.
Learning Outcomes
At the end of the programme, the student will be expected to:
a) Interpret complex corporate problems and propose solutions within resource constraints.
b) Evaluate management research literature to identify and address key management issues effectively.
c) Assess business opportunities and implement workplace innovations to enhance organisational performance.
d) Analyse ethical considerations and societal responsibilities relevant to managerial decision-making, applying ethical principles judiciously.
e) Communicate with various stakeholders using diverse modes and ICT tools, ensuring clear and comprehensive dissemination of information.
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Zambia Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
Background
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a focus on Oil, Gas and Energy Management is introduced targeting individuals in both the private and public sectors and aims at equipping senior managers with leaderships skills and competences that will enable them to help manage their private sector businesses, or public institutions successfully.
The Government of Malawi has adopted a strategy for development and growth spanning 2017-2022. This is the Malawi Growth & Development Strategy III (MGDS III). This blueprint recognizes that failure of the country to move to a developmental state has slowed down national socio-economic development, making Malawi a consuming and importing state with very little being invested into industry, technology and private sector activities to promote manufacturing and export growth. Access to energy, including through oil and gas, is a critical component of increasing industrial and manufacturing activity. Programme Mode
Distance/Online/Blended Credits
180
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According to MGDS III, the plan for spurring growth recognizes provision of education and skills as key to providing the human capital required for socio-economic development and industrial growth. Unicaf University Malawi aims to play a part in the national effort to increase accessibility to tertiary education in general. Its online model, combined with its scholarship scheme makes high quality tertiary education accessible to a much large number of students than could be absorbed in a traditional face-to-face setting. Unicaf, therefore meets the goal of availing tertiary education to as many Malawians as possible. More particularly, the MBA in Oil, Gas and Energy Management programme will contribute towards the realization of the national vision for socio-economic development as outlined by the rationale below.
Rationale for the Programme
Malawi requires increased access to oil and gas to meet its energy demands for growth and development. Furthermore, there is an ongoing assessment of potential oil exploration in Malawi.
“Surveys have strongly indicated that there are thick sediments ranging from 2500 to 3500 m… Exploration work currently being pursued by multinational firms in Malawi’s stretch of the oil rich Great African Rift Valley has unveiled high prospects for oil discovery” (Jere, 2018).
This MBA: Oil, Gas and Energy Management programme is designed to encourage national efforts towards improvement of the energy sector, and hence towards greater industrialization within Malawi.
The following press release from The Nation newspaper from October 2018 summarizes a major problem faced by the government of Malawi in its quest for development of the oil and gas sector. It is clear that a lack of trained manpower in the sector is crippling efforts to kick-start the industry.
Despite government promising to support the growth of the mining sector to become one of the main foreign exchange earners, the department tasked to look after the oil and gas sector seems to have no capacity and resources to perform, according to a recent report…
The report says technical officers at the Department of Mines do not have continuous trainings to ensure independent and competent analysis when conducting field verification visits where oil and gas companies are operating…
The report has recommended a review of the oil and gas division to allow all technical officers to access relevant training and capacity building programmes (Chirambo, 2018).
The last paragraph quoted was the recommendation made in the authoritative Malawi Extractive Industry Transparency Initiative (MWEITI) report. The report reinforces the observations of Unicaf University that prompted and justified the development of this MBA: Oil, Gas and Energy Management programme.
One of the four pillars for the implementation of the national blueprint for economic growth and poverty alleviation, the Malawi Growth & Development Strategy (MGDS) III, is “human capital development” (Government of Malawi, 2017). It is in response to the call by government for increased private sector involvement in the field of education and training that Unicaf University, in general, develops its programmes.
Through this programme, Unicaf University aims to produce graduates who will contribute towards an industrial revolution and spearhead national growth and poverty alleviation through growth in the crucial energy sector.
Aim of the Programme
The programme aims to provide an intellectually challenging academic programme of study, which will demand of the student the ability to analyze, synthesize and evaluate key theoretical concepts and practical applications in international oil, gas and energy management. The programme provides industry insight, including an overview of contemporary issues in the market, so that graduates are well equipped to enter into the sector, whether in marketing, procurement and negotiation, policy making or exploration.
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Malawi Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
Background
The Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Management is introduced targeting individuals in both the private and public sectors and aims at equipping senior managers and administrators with leaderships skills and competences that will enable them to manage their businesses and institutions successfully.
The Government of Malawi has adopted a strategy for development and growth spanning 2017-2022. This is the Malawi Growth & Development Strategy III (MGDS III). This blueprint recognizes that failure of the country to move to a developmental state has slowed down national socio-economic development, making Malawi a consuming and importing state with very little being invested into industry, technology and private sector activities to promote manufacturing and export growth.
According to MGDS III, the plan for spurring growth recognizes provision of education and skills as key to providing the human capital required for socio-economic development and industrial growth. Unicaf University Malawi aims to play a part in the national effort to increase accessibility to tertiary education in general. Its online model, combined with its scholarship scheme makes high quality tertiary education accessible to a much large number of students than could be absorbed in a traditional face-to-face setting. Unicaf, therefore meets the goal of availing tertiary education to as many Malawians as possible. More particularly, the MBA in Finance programme will contribute towards the realization of the national vision for growth and development as outlined by the rationale below.
Rationale for the Programme
There is a critical requirement for good managers across all business sectors and within the public sector and civil society sector. Good management can make an organization. Bad management can break an organization. As such, good managers are in high demand. This MBA focusing on Management seeks to produce graduates that employers can be assured are competent, with a set of professional knowledge and skills. It seeks to produce graduates who are equipped with strong professional values who are fully aware of the best ethical practice, which are a prerequisite for success in business management and leadership.
One of the four pillars for the implementation of the national blueprint for economic growth and poverty alleviation, the Malawi Growth & Development Strategy (MGDS) III, is “human capital development” (Government of Malawi, 2017). It is in response to the call by government for increased private sector involvement in the field of education and training that Unicaf University, in general, develops its programmes.
In particular, this online MBA programme with specialization in Management was developed with a view to providing the skilled manpower needed to support the expected demand for business and public sector management that accompanies any growth of the economy. Business managers, and associated entrepreneurs, are critical in both public and private sector organizations and can greatly facilitate and support the growth of small and medium enterprises
Aim of the Programme
The programme aims to develop the knowledge and skills necessary for successful strategic leadership performance, within the context of dynamic local and global challenges through enhancing the graduate’s ability to source, analyze and critically appraise all types of business data and practice, and to develop flexible strategies for satisfying diverse stakeholder and partner demands across the whole supply chain and other value adding systems.
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Malawi Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
Background
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Health Management is introduced targeting individuals in both the private and public health sectors and aims at equipping senior health managers and health administrators with leaderships skills and competences that will enable them to manage their private sector businesses, or public national, regional, district and local health systems and institutions successfully.
The Government of Malawi has adopted a strategy for development and growth spanning 2017-2022. This is the Malawi Growth & Development Strategy III (MGDS III). This blueprint recognizes that failure of the country to move to a developmental state has slowed down national socio-economic development, making Malawi a consuming and importing state with very little being invested into industry, technology and private sector activities to promote manufacturing and export growth.
According to MGDS III, the plan for spurring growth recognizes provision of education and skills as key to providing the human capital required for socio-economic development and industrial growth. Unicaf University Malawi aims to play a part in the national effort to increase accessibility to tertiary education in general. Its online model, combined with its scholarship scheme makes high quality tertiary education accessible to a much large number of students than could be absorbed in a traditional face-to-face setting. Unicaf, therefore meets the goal of availing tertiary education to as many Malawians as possible. More particularly, the MBA in Health Management programme will contribute towards the realization of the national vision for socio-economic development as outlined by the rationale below.
Rationale for the Programme
Health is one of the most important industries in society. Hospitals, pharmaceutical groups, medical and biotechnology companies, insurers, research centers, government and non-profit organizations, start-ups and many more stakeholders are looking for well-qualified leaders who understand the complexity and the big picture of the health sector and its market.
One of the four pillars for the implementation of the national blueprint for economic growth and poverty alleviation, the Malawi Growth & Development Strategy (MGDS) III, is “human capital development” (Government of Malawi, 2017). It is in response to the call by government for increased private sector involvement in the field of education and training that Unicaf University, in general, develops its programmes.
In particular, this online MBA programme with specialization in Health Management was developed with a view to providing the skilled manpower needed to support the expected demand for expanded and improved health management that will be required to meet the needs of a growing population and a growing economy. Business managers, and also associated entrepreneurs, are critical in both public and private health sector organizations such as in healthcare, pharmaceuticals or medical supplies
Aim of the Programme
This programme aims to equip students with integrative thinking, combining intuition, analytic reasoning and imagination, and link it with core competencies and transformational leadership capabilities to become a successful leader in health management. This programme aims to be relevant to professionals both outside the health industry, for example executive managers, and inside the health industry, for example doctors and nurses, who wish to apply their learning and experience to health management through the acquisition of practical health management skills.
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Malawi Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
Nature of the programme
The programme is an online programme composed of 8 taught modules of 25 credits each, of which five are core modules and three are elective modules relating to a specialist stream, culminating in a research based dissertation of 40 credits. The modules may be taken continuously on a full-time basis or spread over a longer period on a part-time basis, depending on the circumstances and needs of the student. Each taught module lasts for seven weeks and the material is available online 24 hours per day, seven days per week during that period. The student may opt to supplement the online taught modules during this period with face-to-face tutorials in a blended approach. The research is supervised by a PhD-qualified tutor within a structured format over a period of 14 weeks, resulting in a dissertation that is both internally and externally examined.
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Malawi Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
The programme is an online programme composed of 8 taught modules of 25 credits each, of which five are core modules and three are elective modules relating to a specialist stream, culminating in a research based dissertation of 40 credits. The modules may be taken continuously on a full-time basis or spread over a longer period on a part-time basis, depending on the circumstances and needs of the student. Each taught module lasts for seven weeks and the material is available online 24 hours per day, seven days per week during that period. The student may opt to supplement the online taught modules during this period with face-to-face tutorials in a blended approach. The research is supervised by a PhD-qualified tutor within a structured format over a period of 14 weeks, resulting in a dissertation that is both internally and externally examined.
During the taught modules students interact virtually with their tutor and fellow class students. The number of students taking anyone module is limited to 30, thus encouraging personalised interaction and sharing of knowledge and experiences among students from a diverse background.
The module material and e-library access is available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week for the duration of the modules and for the entire period of the dissertation, through a purpose-designed Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). Through the VLE, in addition to their module material, students are able to gain instant access to thousands of the latest versions of text-books and journals from Unicaf University’s e-library to support their work. The recommended textbooks and the entire e-library are directly available to the student from their VLE platform at the click of a button. Through the online library help desk, students are able to request for further reading materials that they may need.
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Malawi Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
The programme is an online programme composed of 8 taught modules of 25 credits each, of which five are core modules and three are elective modules relating to a specialist stream, culminating in a research based dissertation of 40 credits. The modules may be taken continuously on a full-time basis or spread over a longer period on a part-time basis, depending on the circumstances and needs of the student. Each taught module lasts for seven weeks and the material is available online 24 hours per day, seven days per week during that period. The student may opt to supplement the online taught modules during this period with face-to-face tutorials in a blended approach. The research is supervised by a PhD-qualified tutor within a structured format over a period of 14 weeks, resulting in a dissertation that is both internally and externally examined.
During the taught modules students interact virtually with their tutor and fellow class students. The number of students taking any one module is limited to 30, thus encouraging personalised interaction and sharing of knowledge and experiences among students from a diverse background.
The module material and e-library access is available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week for the duration of the modules and for the entire period of the dissertation, through a purpose-designed Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). Through the VLE, in addition to their module material, students are able to gain instant access to thousands of the latest versions of text-books and journals from Unicaf University’s e-library to support their work. The recommended textbooks and the entire e-library are directly available to the student from their VLE platform at the click of a button. Through the online library help desk, students are able to request for further reading materials that they may need.
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Malawi Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
The programme is an online programme composed of 8 taught modules of 25 credits each, of which five are core modules and three are elective modules relating to a specialist stream, culminating in a research based dissertation of 40 credits. The modules may be taken continuously on a full-time basis or spread over a longer period on a part-time basis, depending on the circumstances and needs of the student. Each taught module lasts for seven weeks and the material is available online 24 hours per day, seven days per week during that period. The student may opt to supplement the online taught modules during this period with face-to-face tutorials in a blended approach. The research is supervised by a PhD-qualified tutor within a structured format over a period of 14 weeks, resulting in a dissertation that is both internally and externally examined.
During the taught modules students interact virtually with their tutor and fellow class students. The number of students taking any one module is limited to 30, thus encouraging personalised interaction and sharing of knowledge and experiences among students from a diverse background.
The module material and e-library access is available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week for the duration of the modules and for the entire period of the dissertation, through a purpose-designed Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). Through the VLE, in addition to their module material, students are able to gain instant access to thousands of the latest versions of text-books and journals from Unicaf University’s e-library to support their work. The recommended textbooks and the entire e-library are directly available to the student from their VLE platform at the click of a button. Through the online library help desk, students are able to request for further reading materials that they may need.
Admission Requirements
The general admission requirements for entry to Unicaf University in Malawi Master degree programmes are as outlined below. Students are advised to contact the Office of Admissions to find out more about the range of equivalent international academic qualifications accepted.
In addition to a strong academic record, extra-curricular activities, leadership skills and other relevant background information are taken into account.
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Start dates: | Monthly Intakes |
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Duration: | Depends on the degree |
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Study mode: | Depends on the programme offered |
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Awarded by: | Awarding institution offering the programme |
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Scholarships: | Partial Scholarships Available |
E-Learning System: Your classes will take place in an online virtual learning environment (VLE). You can log in at any time and at your convenience. Once online, you’ll communicate with your instructor and fellow students, read assigned texts, access digital learning materials and the eLibrary resources, post assignments and comment on other students’ contributions to the class.
Online Instructors: We give our students the greatest possible support with dedicated online instructors. All of our online instructors are experts in their respective fields and have years of experience at the highest standard. Your class instructor will endeavour to respond to your queries as fast as possible.
Online Classroom: The online learning experience will include extensive participation and interaction with the online instructor and your fellow students.
Develop your skills: Employability depends on 3 factors - Knowledge, Skills, and Attitude. In other words, what you know, how you use that knowledge, and how you approach the task at hand. Our programmes allow our students to develop and further enhance their capabilities and skill set.
Improve your chances: A Master’s degree will shape you into a highly sought-after and favourable candidate for a job interview. Furthermore, you’ll be at an advantage for positions with a higher salary and greater growth potential.
Contribution to knowledge: A Doctoral programme is a self-directed academic research study, supported by a team of supervisors that will assist you in submitting an original contribution to knowledge. Your work and findings will then be compiled into a publishable dissertation.
Note: Entry requirements may vary depending on the programme of study.
Note: Entry requirements may vary depending on the programme of study.
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