Short Courses: Boost Your Skills at Meru University

Meru University of Science and Technology (MUST) understands the importance of continuous learning in today’s competitive job market. They offer a variety of short courses designed to enhance your technical and professional skills. These courses provide practical experience and keep you up-to-date with the latest industry trends. The university established the Directorate of Professional and Short Courses (PSC) to integrate these offerings into their core training programs.

Why Choose Meru University’s Short Courses?

MUST’s Centre for Professional Studies has developed a range of short courses to cater to both the university community and the wider public. These courses are competitively priced and scheduled outside of regular working hours to ensure accessibility for working professionals. MUST recognizes the value of equipping individuals with the skills needed to thrive in their careers.

Here are a few examples of the short courses offered:

• WASH in Emergencies: This two-week online course (KES 15,000) focuses on providing guidance and tools for emergency response in water, sanitation, and hygiene, with a focus on sanitation. A degree in Public Health, Sanitation, Environmental Engineering, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Civil Engineering, Water Engineering or any other relevant degree is required.
• Personal Branding and Management: A five-week course (KES 20,000) available in person, virtually, or blended, targeting office managers, supervisors, PR staff, procurement staff, front office staff, and security staff.
• Customer Relations Management: Another five-week course (KES 20,000) offered in various learning modes (in-person, virtual, blended). It aims to improve the quality of customer relationships for employees at all levels.
• Counseling and Life Coaching for Managers: A five-week course (KES 20,000) designed to equip participants with a deeper understanding of personal well-being.
• Institutional Management and Leadership: This five-week course (KES 20,000) aims to sharpen management skills.
• Credit Management: This five-week course (KES 20,000) aims to create in-depth understanding of credit management.

Professional Certifications

MUST also offers professional certifications in various fields, including:

• Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP)
• Certified Public Accountants (CPA)
• Certified Investment & Financial Analyst (CIFA)
• Certified Procurement & Supply Professional
• International Certification of Digital Literacy (ICDL)
• Huawei Certifications (HCIA-Datacom, HCIA-Security)
• Cisco Certifications (CCNA, CCNP)
• Certificate in CCTV Installation
• Driving
• Plumbing & Pipe fitting (Levels I, II, III)
• Gas Installation
• Solar Hot water installation
• Heating, Ventilation, Air condition & Refrigeration
• MEP drawings & Interpretation (CAD)
• Boiler Installation

For a complete list of courses and application details, visit the Meru University of Science and Technology website.

Intakes are in January, May, and September. Take advantage of these opportunities to enhance your skills and career prospects!