UNIVERSITY OF DAR ES SALAAM

BUSINESS SCHOOL

POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA) - FULL TIME

Introduction

The MBA is a programme designed with the needs of the business world and students in mind. The
business world requires enterprising men and women who can take stock of the changing competitive
business environment and make critical decisions concerning effective and efficient strategy formulation
and implementation.

The MBA programme is open to people with a variety of backgrounds, which include management,
engineering, architecture, natural science, development studies and general social studies.

The Full-time MBA programme is offered during normal working hours and students registered in the
programme are expected to reside in Dar es Salaam so as to make effective use of the facilities. These
include the mini library at the School, internet-connected computers in the labs, reading facilities and so
on. In the meantime, the School is expanding its physical facilities to provide more study areas for
students.

Structure of the Full-Time MBA Programme

Overall, the programme has four semesters, three semesters of teaching and one semester for doing a
research project and dissertation. The first three semesters consist of 14 weeks of teaching and seminar
activities. In each of them students are required to complete the equivalent of six units of coursework.
One unit of coursework consists of 42 contact hours.

In the first two semesters of study, students take 12 core courses in business administration. In the third
semester students are required to take two more core courses, with an option of specializing in a
particular functional area of Management Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Management Science, Human
Resource Management and Management. Students may also choose a combination of courses that may
be relevant for developing their career.

The curriculum for the four semesters comprises the following:

Year 1
Semester 1 (6 Credit units)
MS 600 Quantitative Methods
MS 601 Organization Theory and Management
MS 602 Managerial Economics
MS 603 IT and Business Computing
AC 600 Managerial and Financial Accounting
PN 600 Operations Management
Semester 2 (6 Credit units)
MS 604 Business Research Methods
MS 605 Management Information System
MK 600 Advanced Marketing Management
FN 601 Financial Management
MS 609 Business Law and Ethics
MS 606 Management Decision-Making Techniques
Year 2
Semester 1 (6 Credit units)
HR 600 Human Resource Management
MS 607 Strategic Management
MK 611 Entrepreneurship Development

In the second semester of the second year (fourth semester), students write a dissertation on their area of
specialization under the supervision of an academic member of staff.

Admission Requirements

The admission criteria for Full-time MBA are as follows:

1. A first or second class honours degree of the University of Dar es Salaam or its equivalent from
another approved University or higher learning institution.
2. A pass degree with at least 5 years’ work experience after graduation plus post-graduation training of
at least 6 months.
3. An Advanced Diploma from a recognized higher learning institution with a minimum of upper second
class plus a postgraduate diploma.
4. A recognized professional qualification (CPA, CSP, ACCA, CMA, CPA, CIM, etc.).

Fee structure

The fee structure for Full-time MBA may change from time to time. For more information on the fee
structure for the next academic year, you may contact the Coordinator of Postgraduate Studies whose
address is given below.

Application Forms

Application forms can be obtained from the Coordinator Postgraduate Studies. Alternatively you can
download a pdf file of the application form from the School’s website at http://www.udbs.udsm.ac.
 MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (MBA)
EVENING (PART-TIME)

Objective

The general objective of the MBA programme is to contribute to the world of business by creating a
critical mass of men and women who are enterprising and who can take stock of the changing
competitive business environment and make critical decisions concerning effective and efficient strategy
formulation and implementation.
Specifically, the MBA programme is designed with the needs of the business world, employees,
organizations and students in mind, to enable them to:
i. Acquire the requisite theoretical understanding of the total business world and generic areas of
management;
ii. Develop practical skills for effectively managing the confidence building of teams and motivating
other people;
iii. Facilitate the development of a professional and problem-solving attitude for profitable
management and entrepreneurship

Target group

Those targeted for the programme are working individuals with a variety of backgrounds (including
management, engineering, architecture, natural science, law, medicine, development studies and general
social studies).

Programme Structure and Delivery Mode

The MBA Evening programme is designed to combine work and study. It is run on a semester basis, with
7 semesters of 15 weeks each (13 weeks for lectures and 2 weeks for revision and final exam). In the 6th
semester students are required to take a minimum of 3 optional courses (in Marketing, Finance,
Accounting, Human Resource Management, Management Sciences and Production Management). The
7th semester is devoted to research work and a dissertation.

The programme has 18 courses (15 core and 3 optional). A student is required to take 3 courses each
semester offered after working hours, three times a week (including Saturdays).

Content

Courses offered are:

Trimester 1 (3 Credit units)
MS 600 Quantitative Methods
MS 601 Organization Theory and Management
MS 602 Managerial Economics
Trimester 2 (3 Credit units)
MS 603 IT and Business Computing
AC 600 Managerial and Financial Accounting
PN 600 Operations Management
Trimester 3 (3 Credit units)
MS 604 Business Research Methods
MS 605 Management Information Systems
MK 600 Advanced Marketing Management
Trimester 4 (3 Credit units)
FN 601 Financial Management
MS 609 Business Law and Ethics
MS 606 Management Decision-Making Techniques
Trimester 5 (3 Credit units)
HR 600 Human Resource Management
MS 607 Strategic Management
MK 611 Entrepreneurship Development

Duration

The programme is run for 27 months (24 months for coursework and 3 months for research and
dissertation).

Minimum Entry Requirements

• A first or second class honours degree of the University of Dar es Salaam or its equivalent from
another approved university or institute of higher learning institution; OR
• Candidates with a pass degree may be considered if:
a) They have at least 5 years’ work experience after graduation, and
b) They have evidence of post-graduation training of at least 6 months.
OR
• They have an advanced diploma from an accredited higher learning institution with a minimum upper
second class PLUS a postgraduate diploma;
OR
• They have a recognized professional qualification such as ACCA, CA, CPA, CSP, CIB, MCIM, CMA
plus at least three years’ experience as a manager or entrepreneur.

Fee Structure

Fees are subject to review from time to time. Please contact the Programme Manager for a copy of the
current fee structure.
EXECUTIVE MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Objective

The general objective of the MBA programme is to contribute to the world of business by creating a
critical mass of professionals who are enterprising and who can take stock of the changing competitive
business environment and make critical decisions concerning effective and efficient strategy formulation
and implementation.

Specifically, the MBA programme is designed with the needs of the business world, employees,
organizations and students in mind, to enable them to:
• Acquire the requisite theoretical understanding of the total business world and generic areas of
management;
• Develop practical skills for effectively managing the confidence building of teams and motivating
other people;
• Facilitate the development of a professional and problem-solving attitude for profitable management
and entrepreneurship.

Target group

Those targeted for the programme are working individuals with a variety of backgrounds (including
management, engineering, architecture, natural science, law, medicine, development studies and general
social studies). The programme is also designed to suit even those who may not be living and working in
Dar es Salaam

Structure and Delivery Mode

The MBA Executive programme is designed to combine work and study. It is run on a modular basis, with
8 modules. A module comprises 3 courses, each of which is run for 5 days (4 days for lectures and one
day for revision and a test). In between the modules, students have two months in which to undertake
practical assignments. The 8th module is devoted to research work and dissertation.

This programme comprises 21 courses (18 core and 3 optional).

Content
Courses offered are:

Module I
MS 612 Business Environment
MS 603 IT and Business Computing
MS 601 Organizational Behaviour
Module II
AC 600 Financial and Managerial Accounting
MS 610 Management Theory and Practice
MS 600 Quantitative Methods I (Statistical Analysis)
Module III
MS 602 Managerial Economics
FN 601 Financial Management
MS 606 Quantitative Methods II (Operations Research)
Module IV
MS 605 Management Information System
MS 604 Business Research Methods
MK 600 Marketing Management
Module V
HR 600 Human Resource Management
MK 608 International Business Management
MS 609 Business Law and Ethics
Module VI
MK 611 Entrepreneurship Development
MS 607 Strategic Management
PN 600 Operations Management
Module VII
Optional courses

As indicated above, students (in the 7th module) will be required to take a minimum of 3 optional courses.
The courses offered are in the fields of Marketing, Accounting, Finance and General Management.

Minimum Entry Requirements

• A first or second class honours degree of the University of Dar es Salaam or its equivalent from an
approved university or higher learning institution, plus three years’ experience as a manager or
entrepreneur;
• Candidates with a pass degree may be considered if:
a) They have at least 5 years’ work experience after graduation, and
b) They have evidence of post-graduation training of at least 6 months.
OR
• An advanced diploma from an accredited higher learning institution with a minimum upper second
class PLUS a postgraduate diploma and at least three years’ experience as a manager or
entrepreneur;
OR
• A recognized professional qualification such as ACCA, CA, CPA, CSP, CIB, MCIM, CMA plus at
least three years’ experience as a manager or entrepreneur.
Duration

The programme is run for 27 months (24 months for coursework and 3 months for research work and
dissertation).

Fee Structure

Fees are subject to review from time to time. Please contact the Programme Manager for a copy of the
current fee structure.
 MASTERS IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS (MIB)
EVENING (PART-TIME)

Objective of the MIB Programme

The Masters in International Business (MIB) programme offered at the University of Dar es Salaam
Business School is designed to provide students with the knowledge and analytical capability that will
enable them to take a leadership role in international business. The programme focuses on the essential
management skills and techniques that different corporate sectors and other organizations require for
handling international business transactions competitively.

Minimum Entry Requirements

A first or second class honours degree of the University of Dar es Salaam or its equivalent from another
accredited University or higher learning institution. Candidates with a pass degree may be considered if:

They have at least 5 years’ work experience after graduation and have evidence of postgraduate training
of at least 6 months;
OR
They have experience of working for at least 3 years in an organization whose main engagement is in
International Business, have experience of working for at least 3 years in an organization that deals with
international Business Management and have a “B” grade or better in trade and related studies (e.g.
economic, management/commerce/business administration, law, statistics) .
OR
They have an Advanced Diploma from an accredited institution of higher learning, with a minimum of
second class, upper division; PLUS, a Postgraduate Diploma and at least three years’ work experience
thereafter.

OR
They have an internationally recognized professional qualification, such as ACCA, CA, Certified Public
Accountant (CPA), CSP, CIB, MCIM, PLUS at least three years’ work experience.

Target group

The main target group for MIB are actors in the private sector engaged in International Business.
However, actors in the public sector can also benefit from the programme.
Structure and Mode of Delivery

The theoretical part of the MIB, which builds on a series of interactive lecture-cum-seminars, is suitably
designed to be delivered in an Executive Mode. The theoretical part is augmented by carefully designed
practical work that builds on the real and simulated practical environment (i.e. Internship/practicum
associated with the preparation of two term papers, a group simulation exercise and a dissertation).

The following courses are offered:

Module One:
TX 621 International Economics
IB 612 International Business Environment
TL 607 Legal Aspects of International Trade and Business
Module Two:
TX 603 Trade, Economic Growth, Competitiveness and Welfare
TB 600 International Business Finance
BX 607 Research Methods for International Business
Module Three:
IB 608 International Management
IB 607 Competition Law and Policy
IB 610 International Marketing Strategies
Module Four
IB 615 Business Negotiations – Theory, Practice and Management
TX 610 Investing in Emerging Markets
IB 613 E-Business or
IB 611 International Logistics and Supply Chain Management
IB 614 International Entrepreneurship or
IN 618 International Marketing Research
International Business Forum (I, II, III, IV)
Industrial Visits
Component I: Internships I: Paper I Internships II: Paper II
Component II: Negotiation Stimulation Project
Component III: Dissertation

Duration

The Programme runs for 18 months and is offered on a modular basis consisting of four modules,
internship, industrial visits and participation in international business forums.

Fee Structure

Fees are subject to review from time to time. Please contact the Programme Manager for a copy of the
current fee structure.
MASTERS IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE (MIT)

Objective

The MIT gives students a balanced blend of macro and micro courses that are necessary to enable them
to appreciate the linkages between macro policy issues relating to trade management and micro strategic
issues relating to business management in view of increased international business interactions. In this
regard, the MIT is a postgraduate degree programme designed to create world-class trade policy and
business managers, who can serve the real needs of governments, businesses and other institutions that
have a trade and international business agenda.

Target group

The targeted beneficiaries of the MIT are:

(a) The public sector.
This group comprises state sectors, including central and local government, and government agencies
and authorities.
Others are various public and semi-public institutions (Universities, Colleges, Institutes, etc.).
(b) The non-public sector.
This group comprises non-state actors, including the private sector and civil society in their various forms.

Structure and Delivery Mode

The theoretical part of the MIT, which builds on a series of interactive lecture-cum-seminars, is suitably
designed to be delivered in an Executive Mode and an Evening Mode. In both cases, the theoretical part
is augmented by carefully designed practical work that builds on the real and simulated practical
environment (i.e., Internship/practicum associated with the preparation of two trade papers, a group
simulation exercise and a dissertation).

Content:

The Courses offered are:

Module I
TB 600 International Economics
MIT 601 Mathematical and Statistical analysis for Business and Trade managers
MIT 602 Economic Growth, trade and Competitiveness
Module II
MIT 603 Trade Theory and Market Access
TB 604 Multilateral Trading Arrangements
MIT 605 Integrating Economics and Trading Arrangements
Module III
TB 607 Legal Aspects of International Trade and Investment
MIT 609 Trade in Services
MIT 612 Economics and Commodity Market
Module IV
MIT 610 Trade Policy Analysis
MIT 614 Trade Modelling and Analysis
MIT 20 Trade Research Methodology
Module V
TB 606 Business-to-Business Marketing OR
MIT 611 Management of Intellectual Property Rights and Entrepreneurial Assets
TB 619 Investing in Emerging Markets OR
MIT 608 International Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights
MIT 13 Business and Trade Negotiations: Theory, Practice and Management I
COMPONENT I
MIT 615 Trade Internships I: Paper I
MIT 616 Trade Internships II: Paper II
COMPONENT II
MIT 617 Negotiation Simulation Project
COMPONENT III
MS 669 Dissertation

The 17 taught courses of the MIT curriculum are divided into 13 core courses that are compulsory for
each student and 4 courses from which each student can select two. Therefore, students will be required
to take 15 courses in total.

Minimum Entry Requirements

(a) A first or second class honours degree of the University of Dar es Salaam, or its equivalent from
another approved University or higher learning institution;
(b) Candidates with a pass degree may be considered if:
(i) They have at least a 5 years’ work experience after graduation;
(ii) They have evidence of postgraduate training of at least 6 months
OR
(iii) They have experience of working for at least 3 years in an organization whose main agenda is trade
policy management and diplomacy.
(iv) They have experience of working for at least 3 years in an organization that deals with international
business management.
(v) They have a “B” grade or better in trade and related studies (e.g. economics,
management/commerce/business administration, law and statistics).

OR

(c) They have an Advanced Diploma from an accredited institution of higher learning, with a minimum of
second class, upper division, PLUS, a Postgraduate Diploma and at least three years’ work experience
thereafter.
OR
(d) Hold an internationally recognized professional qualification, such as ACCA, CA, Certified Public
Accountant (CPA), CSP, CIB, MCIM; plus at least three years’ work experience.
Duration

The programme is run for 18 months (15 months for coursework and 3 months for research work and
dissertation).

Fee Structure

Fees are subject to review from time to time. Please contact the Programme Manager for a copy of the
current fee structure.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORT
AND LOGISTICS (MScITL)

Objectives

 Train high-level manpower in the areas of logistics and transport management in East, Central
and Southern Africa.
 Provide knowledge on the areas of logistics and transport management through dissemination of
research outputs.
 Enhance and build the capacity of UDBS and College of Engineering and Technology (CoET)
through master and PhD training to deliver the programme in international transport and logistics
 Support the staff exchange programme between Molde university, the Arab Academy in
Alexandria and the University of Dar es Salaam (UDBS and CoET)
 Support the sponsorship of the first three batches of students taking the Master of Logistics
Management Programme at the University of Dar es Salaam.
 Support the development and acquisition of training and learning materials
 Support the acquisition of basic training and learning equipment such as computers and related
software for the programme.
 Support collaborative research and dissemination of the findings to the staff of the University of
Dar es Salaam, Molde University and the Arab Academy.

Share teaching resources among the three institutions (i.e. University of Dar es Salaam, Molde
University and the Arab Academy)

Target group

Those targeted for the programme are people working in all areas of management, business,
engineering, economics and science.

Structure and Delivery Mode

The curriculum for the four semesters comprises the following:

Year 1
Module I (15Credit units)
Core Courses (Compulsory)
IM 620 Business Logistics Management
MS 602 Managerial Economics
MS 607 Strategic Management
IM 621 Applied Statistics
AC 600 Financial and Managerial Accounting
Module 2 (12 Credit units)
Core Course (Compulsory)
IM 622 Logistics Information Systems
IM 624 Supply Chain Management
IM 623 Total Quality Management
MS 606 Quantitative Business Analysis
 Module 3 (9 Credit units)
Core Courses for both tracks (Compulsory)
IM 640 International Trade and Business Logistics
IM 625 Operations Management in Logistics
FN 602 Investment Analysis

Electives for Business Track two

IM 629 Public Procurement Management
IM 628 Distribution Logistics Management
IM 630 Inventory Management
IM 639 Laws and Regulations relating to Supply Chain Management
TR 656 International Transport Management
IM 638 International Transport Insurance
TR 651 Transport Economics
Elective Transport track two
TR 653 Inland Transport Economics and Policies
TR 634 International Transport Law
TR 652 Maritime Economics
TR 654 Seaports and Terminal Management
TR 655 Logistics of Air Transport
TR 656 International Transport Management
Module 4 (3 Credit units)
Field Internship
3 months’ supervised field internship
Both internal and external supervision provided
The field internship assessed equivalent to 3 units
Programme management to organize field internship with private and public sector prior to
start of the Internship.
Module 5 (15 Credit units)
Compulsory courses (for both tracks)
Research Methods for Logistics (Research methodology)
Report Writing (project Proposal)
Three optional courses not taken from module 3
Module 6 and 7 (12 Credit units)
Dissertation Writing on Business and Transportation Trucks
Total 72 Credit Units

Admission Requirements

The general University of Dar es Salaam admission criteria for postgraduate studies will be maintained.
However, so that the programme makes a positive contribution to the nation, it is designed for people with
sufficient aptitude for completing a demanding programme while at the same time contributing effectively
to policy dialogue and reform after graduation.

To qualify for admission, applicants must be:

1. Holders of a first or second class honours degree of the University of Dar es Salaam or its
equivalent from another recognized University in areas relating to business, mathematical-related
degrees, logistics and natural sciences.
Candidates with a pass degree in relevant areas may be considered if they have at least 5 years’ work
experience after graduation, and have evidence of postgraduate training of at least 6 months.
 2. Holders of an Upper Second Advanced Diploma from an accredited higher learning institution and a
Postgraduate Diploma, or

3. Holders of a recognized professional qualification such as ACCA, CA, CPA, CSP, CIB, MCIM, CMA
PLUS 2 years’ work experience in transport and logistics management. Consideration may be given to
those working in academic or training institutions.

Fee structure

For information on the fee structure for the next academic year, you may contact the Coordinator of
Postgraduate Studies whose address is given below.

Application Forms
Application forms can be obtained from the Office of the Dean (Postgraduate Studies) (see address given
below). Alternatively you can download a pdf file of the application form from the School’s website at
http://www.udbs.udsm.ac.tz
 MASTERS IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND ENTERPRISE
DEVELOPMENT (MEED) PROGRAMME

Capacity gap addressed

Most government and other actors at the local and central level lack the capacity to establish and sustain
a favourable business environment. Capacity shortfalls exist in the areas of policy analysis, review,
coordination, monitoring and evaluation; designing interventions; vision, leadership and ownership of an
enterprise that has been implemented and developed according to a specific relevant agenda;
appreciation of the value of dialogue; and advocacy

Objective

The objective of the MEED programme is to contribute to the growth and competitiveness of the private
sector through building capacity for institutional reform and development. The intention is to develop high-
level competencies for establishing an enabling environment for the development of entrepreneurship,
small enterprises and the private sector in general. The programme develops pertinent theoretical,
analytical and practical skills required for people to be change agents in this area.

Target group

The target group for the programme are individuals who are involved in influencing, developing,
implementing, monitoring or evaluating reforms in the area of small businesses, entrepreneurship or
private sector development in Africa. They include people working in central government, local
government, government agencies, the private sector, civil society, etc.

Structure and Mode of Delivery

The programme has 14 courses of 36 hours each and runs on a modular basis, with 5 modules of 3
weeks each and a project. In between the modules, students undertake practical assignments.

In order to develop the targeted competencies, the following courses

are offered:
Module I
ENT 600 Entrepreneurship & Small Businesses - Context and Process
ENT 606 Enterprise Development
ENT 602 Governance
Module II
ENT 603 Policy Analysis, Development and Implementation
ENT 601 Regulatory Framework
ENT 604 Policy Research Methodology
Module III
ENT 605 Formalization
MG 636 Technology Transfer and Innovation, Applied Research Seminar
ENT 608 Non-Financial Business Development Services (BDS)
 Module IV
EFN 600 Small Business Finance
EMK 600 International Trade and E-Commerce
ENT 609 Change Management
Module V
ENT 610 Communication Skills for Policy Makers
ENT 611 Monitoring and Evaluation of Reforms

Admission Requirements

• A first or second class honours degree from the University of Dar es Salaam or its equivalent from a
recognized university; OR
• A Postgraduate Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development form the University of Dar
es Salaam;
OR
• An Advanced Diploma from an accredited higher learning institution with a minimum second class
upper division plus a Postgraduate Diploma;
OR
• A recognized professional qualification in business (with acceptable minimum secondary education)
AND
• At least two years’ experience in a middle or senior position in a job relating to enterprise development.

Duration

The programme runs for 18 months (15 months for coursework and 3 months for the final project).

Fees

Fees are subject to review from time to time. Please contact the Programme Manager for a copy of the
current fee structure.

Application Forms

Application forms can be obtained from the Office of the Dean (Postgraduate Studies) (see address given
below). Alternatively you can download a pdf file of the application form from the School’s website at
http://www.udbs.udsm.ac.
POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA IN MICROFINANCE (PGDMF)
PROGRAMME

Capacity gap addressed

Most people involved in microfinance activities in Africa have not had the opportunity to formally acquire
the skills required for effectively doing their job.

Objective

The overall objective of the programme is to contribute to the growth and efficiency of the microfinance
industry through human capacity building. The course develops all the basic skills of credit management,
strategic and business planning, fund-raising, marketing, accounting, finance, human resource
management, ICT, etc., which are necessary for the effective performance of microfinance practitioners.

Target group

The main market for the PGDMF programme is the growing microfinance industry. This includes public
and private sector organisations concerned with microfinance policy, programme design, consulting,
training and delivery. The target clients are potential and existing practitioners in the industry.

Structure and Mode of Delivery

The programme has 12 courses of 36 hours each. The programme will run on Friday evening (5.00pm to
8.00pm), and Saturday and Sunday from (8.00am to 5.00 pm) to accommodate those who are working.

The following courses are offered:

Module I
EFN 502 Introduction to Microfinance
EFN 503 Client Recruitment and Training
EFN 504 Loan Appraisal, Disbursement and Delinquency management
Module II
EMK 501 Marketing management
EMS 500 MIS and IT Development and Maintenance
EMK 503 Networking, Communication and Customer care
Module III
EAC 502 Financial Accounting
HER 500 Human Resource Management
EMK 502 Marketing Research
Module IV
EFN 505 Financial Management
ENT 508 Planning and Resource Mobilization
HER 502 Leadership and Governance

Admission Requirements

Applicants must have at least an Advanced Diploma, a Professional qualification such as ACCA, CA,
CPA, CSP, CIB, MCIM, CMA, ADB etc. or a Bachelor Degree in any field of study plus at least 2 years’
experience (after graduation) in the microfinance industry.
Those with no experience are required to seek an attachment to a microfinance institution prior to being
admitted to the programme.

Duration

The programme runs for 15 months (12 months for coursework and 3 months for the final project).

Fees

Fees are subject to review from time to time. Please contact the Programme Manager for a copy of the
current fee structure.
POST GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND
ENTERPRISE MANAGEMENT (PGDEED) PROGRAMME

Capacity gap addressed

Training, counselling and consultancy products that develop entrepreneurship are a key requirement in
the Business Development Services (BDS) industry, but the capacity to deliver in many African countries
is extremely limited.

Objective

The objective of the PGDEED programme is to enhance the capacity of business development services
(BDS) practitioners to provide a high standard of effective support for enterprise development. BDS
practitioners are ideally multi-skilled in the fields of: facilitating learning groups, counselling individuals
and being consulted on specific problems.

Target group

Those targeted are potential and existing practitioners engaged in the management and delivery of
business training, consultancy and counselling services to SMEs. These include employees in public and
private sector organisations as well as individual practitioners in Africa.

Structure and Mode of Delivery

The programme has 12 courses of 36 hours each and runs on a modular basis, with 4 modules of 3
weeks each and a project. In between the modules, students undertake practical assignments.
Specific practitioner knowledge areas are: learning processes and methods, training methods,
entrepreneurship behaviour and decision-making processes, the business counselling process, business
problem analysis and basic relevant management skills, such as accounting, finance, marketing, and
human resource management in the context of small firms.
Given that small business owner-managers do not specialize by function, learners must develop an
integrated knowledge of business, rather than specialized knowledge of functional areas.

In order to develop the targeted competencies, the following courses are

offered:

Module I
ENT 501 Theories of Entrepreneurship
ENT 500 The Environment for Business Development in Tanzania
ENT 502 Project Formulation (with a project)
Module II
ENT 505 Entrepreneurship Education and Training
ENK 500 Marketing for Small Businesses
ENT 506 Design and Management of Entrepreneurship Development Programmes
Module III
EAC 500 Accounting for Small Businesses
EFN 500 Financial Management for Small Businesses
ENT 504 Consulting Skills (with a project - Applied Research Seminar
Module IV
ENT 508 Business Diagnosis and Counselling
ENT 507 Business Planning (with project)
ENT 509 Project Management Monitoring and Evaluation

Admission Requirements

Applicants must have at least an Advanced Diploma, a professional qualification such as ACCA, CA,
CPA, CSP, CIB, MCIM, CMA, ADB etc., or a Bachelor Degree in any field of study plus at least 2 years’
work experience.

Duration

The programme runs for 18 months (15 months for coursework and 3 months for the final project).

Fees

Fees are subject to review from time to time. Please contact the Programme Manager for a copy of the
current fee structure.

Application Forms

Application forms can be obtained from the Office of the Dean (Postgraduate Studies) (see address given
below). Alternatively you can download a pdf file of the application form from the School’s website at
http://www.udbs.udsm.ac.
Balancing the Needs of the Business
World and Your Future Prospects

KNOWLEDGE FOR MANAGEMENT EXCELLENCE

Contacts:
Coordinator of Postgraduate Studies,
University of Dar es Salaam, Business School
P. O. Box 35046, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Tel: +255 22 2410 006; Fax: 2410 510.
E-mail: [email protected]. Website: www.udbs.udsm.ac.tz