The University is set to launch a new school, the School of Finance & Applied Economics (SFAE) and seven new degree programmes. SFAE will start three programmes, the Faculty of Information Technology will start two new undergraduate programmes, and IHEDS (Institute of Humanities, Education, and Development Studies) will start two master's programmes.
SFAE will offer the Bachelor of Business Science (BBS) programme with three tracks that will lead to three distinct degree programmes i.e BBS in Actuarial Science, BBS in Finance, and BBS in Financial Economics.
The BBS programme is designed to equip the graduate with academic, practical and interpersonal skills that can be applied in the financial modeling and risk analysis practice. Emphasis will be on the use of simulations, case studies, seminars and guest lecture methods of delivery to ensure the graduate gets a real feel of the industry and benefit from this world-class programme.
Why Choose Strathmore's BBS?
Because it will provide a rigorous, in depth and all round program unparalleled in the region. Strathmore's own strength and emphasis on quality and excellence; and the University's active partnership with industry and leading schools ensures the program's content and delivery reflects industry needs.
New Degrees in FIT
The two new degree to be offered by FIT are the Bachelor of Science in Informatics degree (BSc.IF) and The Bachelor of Science in Telecommunications (BSc. TC). BSc.TC is designed to prepare graduates with good computer and telecommunications skills which are important in the emerging knowledge economy defined by mobile telephony.
BSc.IF has been developed in response to employer demand for people who have more than just technical skill - people who understand their employer's organization and use strong people skills to work in a team environment.
News Master's programmes
IHEDS will offer two master's programmes. These are the Master's of Science in Education Management under the Centre of Education (CoE), and the Master's in Philosophy and Ethics (MAPE) under the Centre for Applied Philosophy and Ethics (CAPE).
