DISTANCE LEARNING DIVISION
The National Institute of Public Administration (NIPA) through its Distance Learning Division offers an opportunity to students and potential students who hardly have time to physically go to the main campus or other satellite campuses to attend classes, we leverage on our efficient e-learning capabilities to ensure regular contact between Lecturers and students through the Moodle and Google Classroom (Online Classroom).
PROGRAMMES OF STUDY Available on Distance and Evening Classes
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PROGRAMME
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MODE
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DURATION
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Bachelor of Public Administration
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D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Bachelor of Human Resources Management
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D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Bachelor of Public Relations
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D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Bachelor of Development Studies
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D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Bachelor of Records, Archives and Information Management
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D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Post Graduate Diploma in Management Studies
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PT/D
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2 Years (4 Semesters)
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Certificate in Human Resources Management
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PT/D
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2 Years (4 Semesters)
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Diploma in Human Resources Management
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PT/D
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2 Years (4 Semesters)
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Diploma in Project Management
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PT
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2 Years (4 Semesters)
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Certificate in Records Management
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PT
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2 Years (4 Semesters)
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Diploma in Records Management
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PT
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2 Years (4 Semesters)
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Diploma in Public Administration
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PT
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3 Years (6 Semesters)
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Diploma in Social Work
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PT
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3 Years (6 Semesters)
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LEGAL STUDIES DIVISION
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Bachelors in Law (LLB)
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PT/D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice
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PT/D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Bachelor of Arts Defense and Security
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PT/D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Diploma in Law (DL
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PT/D
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3 Years (6 Semesters)
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Certificate in Law
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PT/D
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2 Years (4 Semesters)
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Certificate in Prosecutions
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PT/D
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6 Months
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BUSINESS STUDIES DIVISION
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Bachelor of Information Technology
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PT/D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Bachelor of Economics
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PT/D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Bachelor of Accounting and Finance
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PT/D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Bachelor of Logistics and Transport
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PT/D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Bachelor of Science in Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
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PT/D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Bachelor of Computer Science
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PT
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS)
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PT/D
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2 Years (4 Semesters)
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Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS)-Certificate
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PT/D
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1 year (2 Semesters)
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Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS)-Diploma
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PT/D
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6 Months
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Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS)-Graduate Level
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PT/D
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6 Months
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Certificate in Information Systems and Programming (CISP)
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PT/D
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2 Years (4 Semesters)
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Diploma in Information Systems and Programming (DISP)
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PT
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3 Years (6 Semesters)
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Diploma in Business Administration (DBA)
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PT/D
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3 Years (6 Semesters)
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Certificate in Business Administration (CBA)
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PT/D
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2 Years (4 Semesters)
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CLIMATE, DISASTER AND TECHNOLOGY CENTRE (CDTEC)
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Bachelor of Science in Disaster Studies and Sustainable Development
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PT/D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Bachelor of Science in Climatology and Meteorology
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PT/D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Bachelor of Science in Land and Water Conservation
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PT/D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Bachelor of Emergency Management in Fire Protection and Risk
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PT/D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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Bachelor of Emergency Management in Occupational Health and Safety
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PT/D
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4 Years (8 Semesters)
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CENTRE FOR GRADUATE STUDIES (CGS)
BUSINESS STUDIES DIVISION
Master of Business Administration (MBA General)
Master of Business Administration (MBA Finance)
Master of Business Administration (MBA Marketing)
Master of Business Administration (MBA Entrepreneurship)
MANAGEMENT STUDIES DIVISION
Master of Public Administration
Master of International Relations and Diplomacy
Master of Public Relations
Master of Human Resources Management
Master of Science in Projects Management
CLIMATE, DISASTER AND TECHNOLOGY CENTRE (CDTeC);
Master of Arts Climate Change and Global Sustainability (MA-CCGS)
Master of Disaster Risk Reduction (MDRR)
Master of Science in Computer Science (MScCS)
LEGAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT (LSD);
Master of Laws General (LLM-General)
Master of Laws in Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure (LLM-CLCP)
Master of Laws in Constitutional and International Law (LLM-CIL)
Master of Laws in Employment and Labour Laws (LLM-ELL)
Master of Laws in Corporate Law (LLM-CL)
Master of Laws in Human Rights Law (LLM-HRL)
Master of Laws in Banking Law (LLM-BL)
*ALL MASTERS DEGREE PROGRAMMES RUN FOR A PERIOD OF TWO YEARS
MODE OF DELIVERY FOR MASTERS PROGRAMMES:
- Block Release; Every fortnight weekend in a month (two Intensive weekends in a month: Saturday and Sunday);
- Distance Learning; One (1) intensive week per semester [i.e.7-day residential school twice (January and July) in an academic year].
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- Direct Entry: Grade 12 Certificate with 5 ‘O’ level credits (1-6) English and Mathematics Inclusive
- Second Year Entry into a Diploma Programme: A ZAQA approved certificate in the same field
- Second Year Entry into a Degree Programme: A Diploma in a relevant field from a reputable and recognised institution with minimum 5 ‘O’ level credits
- Post Graduate Entry: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field from a reputable and recognised institution accredited by the Higher Education Authority (HEA)
- Enrolments are conducted in January & July and Examinations are held in November/December and June/July every year.
WORKSHOPS, SEMINARS AND EVENTS
We will provide a list of workshops, seminars and events undertaken by the Division once it is agreed upon.
RESEARCH AND CONSULTANCY
Provide a list of research and consultancy that is undertaken by the Division
CAREERS
Our graduates have an excellent track record of employment in both public and private sectors. The graduates go into career areas directly reflecting the skills they have gained through their chosen study programmes
