TIBS college is a private technical and vocational college founded on October 2003 in Thika town. The college provides training opportunities to qualified youths who miss places in private and public universities. In this article, we explore the different technical programs offered at TIBS, admission requirements, fees structure and more.

TIBS college courses offered

Technical and Vocational Colleges (TVCs) offer mainly artisan, craft / certificate and diploma courses. The following is a list of accredited/ approved courses offered at Thika Institute of Business Studies, (TIBS)-Highway Campus located in Kiambu County. The list may, or may not be exhaustive.

1. Certificate in Business Management(KNEC)
2. Diploma in Business Management(KNEC)
3. Certificate in Banking & Finance(KNEC)
4. Diploma in Banking & Finance(KNEC)
5. Certificate in Accountancy(KNEC)
6. Diploma in Accountancy(KNEC)
7. Certificate in Human Resource Management(KNEC)
8. Artisan in Salesmanship (KNEC)
9. Certificate in Sales & Marketing(KNEC)
10. Diploma in Sales & Marketing(KNEC)
11. Certificate in Project Management(KNEC)
12. Diploma in Project Management(KNEC)
13. Certificate in Library & Information Studies(KNEC)
14. Diploma in Library & Information Studies(KNEC)
15. Diploma in Entrepreneurship (KNEC)
16. Certificate in Food & Beverage Production(KNEC)
17. Diploma in Food & Beverage Production(KNEC)
18. Certificate in Housekeeping & Laundry Management(KNEC)
19. Diploma in Housekeeping & Laundry Management(KNEC)
20. Certificate in Catering & Accommodation Management(KNEC)
21. Diploma in Catering & Accommodation Management(KNEC)
22. Certificate in Baking Technology (KNEC)
23. Diploma in Baking Technology (KNEC)
24. Certificate in Tourism Management (KNEC)
25. Diploma in Tourism Management (KNEC)
26. Certificate in Plumbing (KNEC)
27. Diploma in Plumbing (KNEC)
28. Certificate in Welding & Fabrication (KNEC)
29. Certificate in Building Technology (KNEC)
30. Diploma in Building Technology (KNEC)
31. Artisan in Construction Technology (Plumbing Option) (KNEC)
32. Artisan in Construction Technology (Masonry Option) (KNEC)
33. Diploma in Journalism (KNEC)

TIBS college certificate courses

The following are some of the certificate courses offered at TIBS college.

1. Certificate in Business Management(KNEC)
2. Certificate in Banking & Finance(KNEC)
3. Certificate in Accountancy(KNEC)
4. Certificate in Human Resource Management(KNEC)
5. Certificate in Sales & Marketing(KNEC)
6. Certificate in Project Management(KNEC)
7. Certificate in Library & Information Studies(KNEC)
8. Certificate in Food & Beverage Production(KNEC)
9. Certificate in Housekeeping & Laundry Management(KNEC)
10. Certificate in Catering & Accommodation Management(KNEC)
11. Certificate in Baking Technology (KNEC)
12. Certificate in Tourism Management (KNEC)
13. Certificate in Plumbing (KNEC)
14. Certificate in Welding & Fabrication (KNEC)
15. Certificate in Building Technology (KNEC)

TIBS college departmental courses in various campuses

TIBS college has extensive technical departments offering diverse courses. The following are different courses offered in various departments.

Faculty of cosmetology, fashion & design

1. Artisan in hair dressing & beauty therapy
2. Artisan in fashion & design
3. Diploma in hair dressing & beauty therapy
4. Certificate in hair dressing & beauty therapy
5. Diploma in fashion design & design
6. Certificate in fashion & design
7. Diploma in interior design
8. Certificate in interior design

TIBS college driving school

1. A1 & A2 motorcycle
2. A3 tuktuk drivers
3. B1 & B2 saloom car
4. C1 & C2 light and medium truck
5. Combined saloon and truck
6. D1 & D2 PSV matatu and busses

Tibs college Faculty of Accounting

1. Certificate in accountancy
2. Diploma in accounting
3. Accounting technical diploma (ATD)
4. Certified public accountant CPA 1-6
5. Accounting & management skills (CAMS)
6. Certificate in banking & finance
7. Diploma in banking & finance

Faculty of business studies

1. Certificate in supply chain management
2. Diploma in supply chain management
3. Diploma in human resource management
4. Diploma in human resource development
5. Diploma in front office management
6. Diploma in sales & marketing
7. Certificate in sales & marketing
8. Artisan in salesmanship/ store keeping
9. Certificate in business management
10. Diploma in business management
11. Diploma in business management (ICM)
12. Diploma in clearing & forwarding (maritime)
13. Diploma in accounting and finance

Faculty of computer studies and IT

1. Diploma in information communication technology
2. Certificate in information communication technology (ICT)
3. Diploma in computer engineering

Faculty of engineering

1. Certificate in plumbing
2. Certificate in motor vehicle engineering
3. Diploma in motor vehicle engineering
4. Diploma in electrical & electronics engineering
5. Certificate in electrical & electronics engineering
6. Artisan in welding & fabrication
7. Diploma in welding and fabrication
8. Grade test in refrigeration & air conditioning
9. Diploma in auto body technology
10. Certificate in auto body technology

Faculty of human sciences

1. Certificate in social work & community development
2. Diploma in social work & community development
3. Diploma in community development
4. Community health
5. Certificate in community health

Faculty of hospitality & tourism management

1. Diploma in catering & accommodation management
2. Certificate in catering & accommodation management
3. Diploma in food and beverage production
4. Certificate in food and beverage production
5. Diploma in hotel & catering management
6. Diploma in tourism management
7. Certificate in in tourism management
8. Diploma in tours & travel operations
9. Artisan in food & beverage production
10. Artisan in food & beverage production
11. Diploma in tour guiding & administration
12. Artisan in pastry cook

Faculty of journalism, mass communication & languages

1. Diploma in journalism & media studies
2. Diploma in digital journalism
3. Diploma in film production
4. Certificate in film production
5. Diploma in broadcast journalism

TIBS college fees structure

TIBS college courses and fees structure depend with the program you are taking. Generally, the following are the fee details per term for most courses.

1. Diploma 17,000/-
2. Certificate 13,500/-
3. Artisan 13500/-
4. Admission fee 2,000/- (paid once)
5. Hostel fees 6,000/- per month
6. Coursebook materials 4,500/- (paid once)
7. Activity fee 2,000/- (paid once)
8. Library fees 1,000/- (paid once)

The information shared above is figurative, contact the college for the correct fee structure for each course. Request for course brochure in PDF for ease of access.

TIBS college courses and requirements

The admission qualifications for various courses offered at TIBS college depend with the level of study. The following are the minimum entry requirements.

1. NTSA driving courses: 18 years and above
2. Artisan courses: KCSE mean grade D- (minus) and below
3. Certificate courses: KCSE grade D (plain)
4. Diploma courses: KCSE grade C- (minus)

Major intakes occur in January, May and September. The intakes are advertised in the mainstream media for interested applicants.

Final word

TIBS college is a private college with its origin in Thika town, Kiambu county. The college offers different technical programs such as; driving, artisan, certificate, and diploma courses. We have share the necessary information regarding; intakes, admission requirements, fees/ structure, contacts, guidance and much more. If you need more information, kindly contact us via the Chabot at the bottom of this website and we will give you the assistance you need.