The Diploma in Microfinance Management provides a broad based, practical introduction to the key ideas, techniques and skills needed to be a micro-finance practitioner. The program is ideally suited to the needs and aspirations of those who are new to micro-finance, and those who need a wider understanding of the sector’s operations. The program is flexible and allows students to fit their studies around their work and social commitments. The program duration is two semesters; and shall be offered on block release and evening/weekend class bases.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
NORMAL ENTRY
• 5 ‘O’ Levels including English language and Mathematics
CAREER PROSPECTS
Holders of the Diploma in Microfinance Management can pursue any of the following careers:
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
SEMESTER 1
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CMF 501 Introduction to Microfinance: Trends, Methodologies and Best Practices
CMF 502 Business Planning for MFIs
CMF 503 Risk Management for MFIs
CMF 504 Accounting Principles for MFIs
CMF 505 Operational and Portfolio Management
SEMESTER 2
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CMF 506 Digital Finance for MFIs
CMF 507 Entrepreneurship Theory and Practice
CMF 508 Information Systems for MFIs
CMF 509 Financial Inclusion, Rural and Agriculture Finance
CMF 510 Business Development in Microfinance
CMF 511 Risk Management in Agriculture Finance
Plus, one optional course per semester chosen from the courses below:
CMF 512 SME Finance
CMF 513 Internal Control and Fraud Prevention
CMF 514 Interest Rates Setting in MFIs
CMF 515 Financial and Social Performance Monitoring in MFIs
CMF 516 Research and Development in MFIs
