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Our Programmes

Long Courses

Certificate in Community Development (NTA Level 4)

Programme Description
The Certificate in Community Development is designed to equip students with fundamental knowledge and practical skills for identifying community needs, mobilizing community members, planning development activities, and supporting social and economic development initiatives. Graduates can work with local government authorities, NGOs, community-based organizations, and development projects.

Duration: 1 Year
Tuition Fee: TZS 700,000
Approximate Fee in USD: USD 260 (based on an exchange rate of approximately TZS 2,700 = USD 1

Duration: 1 year | Fee: $260.00
Certificate in Human Resource Management (NTA Level 4)

Programme Description
The Certificate in Human Resource Management provides students with basic knowledge and skills in personnel administration, recruitment and selection, employee relations, records management, communication skills, labour laws, and office administration. The programme prepares graduates for entry-level positions in human resource departments and administrative offices.

Duration: 1 Year
Tuition Fee: TZS 700,000
Approximate Fee in USD: USD 260

Duration: 1 year | Fee: $260.00
Certificate in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) – NTA Level 4

Programme Description
The Certificate in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) provides students with fundamental knowledge and practical skills in computer systems, software applications, computer networking, database management, web technologies, information systems, and ICT support services. The programme prepares graduates to perform basic ICT operations, troubleshoot computer systems, manage data, and support digital communication technologies in organizations. ICT programmes are offered at NTA Levels 4–6 by NACTVET-accredited institutions.

Duration: 1 Year
Tuition Fee: TZS 700,000
Approximate Fee in USD: USD 260

Duration: 1 year | Fee: $260.00
Diploma in Community Development (NTA Level 6)

Programme Description
The Diploma in Community Development prepares students to become professional community development practitioners. The programme focuses on community mobilization, project planning and management, participatory development, poverty reduction strategies, gender issues, social research, and leadership skills. Graduates can work in government institutions, NGOs, development agencies, and community projects.

Duration: 3 Years (Direct Entry)
Tuition Fee: TZS 900,000
Approximate Fee in USD: USD 333

Duration: 2 year | Fee: $333.00
Diploma in Human Resource Management (NTA Level 6)

Programme Description
The Diploma in Human Resource Management equips students with advanced competencies in recruitment and selection, training and development, performance management, labour relations, compensation and benefits administration, strategic human resource management, and organizational behavior. Graduates are prepared for supervisory and management positions in both public and private organizations.

Duration: 3 Years (Direct Entry)
Tuition Fee: TZS 900,000
Approximate Fee in USD: USD 333

Duration: 2 year | Fee: $333.00
Diploma in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) – NTA Level 6

Programme Description
The Diploma in Information and Communication Technology equips students with advanced knowledge and practical competencies in software development, database systems, computer networking, cybersecurity fundamentals, systems analysis and design, web application development, and ICT project management. Graduates are prepared to manage ICT infrastructure and support digital transformation in public and private organizations. NACTVET recognizes Ordinary Diploma in Information Communication Technology as an NTA Level 6 qualification.

Duration: 3 Years (Direct Entry)
Tuition Fee: TZS 900,000
Approximate Fee in USD: USD 333

Duration: 2 year | Fee: $333.00

Short Courses

Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Prompt Engineering

Learn how to use AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Copilot, create effective prompts, automate tasks, and develop AI-powered solutions for business and education.

Duration: 6 week | Fee: $111.00
Cloud Computing & AWS Fundamentals

Understand cloud infrastructure, cloud storage, virtualization, deployment, and cloud security using AWS technologies.

Duration: 2 week | Fee: $111.00
Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking

Learn network security, vulnerability assessment, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and cyber threat management.

Duration: 6 week | Fee: $111.00
Data Analytics & Power BI

Develop skills in data collection, analysis, dashboard creation, reporting, and business intelligence using Excel, SQL, and Power BI.

Duration: 6 week | Fee: $111.00
Digital Marketing & Social Media Management

Gain practical skills in SEO, social media marketing, content creation, online advertising, email marketing, and AI-powered marketing tools

Duration: 6 week | Fee: $111.00
Full Stack Web Development

Learn HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Laravel, MySQL, React, and modern web application development techniques.

Duration: 6 week | Fee: $111.00