Colleges and Universities Offering Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management in Tanzania
The field of Human Resource Management (HRM) is crucial for organizations aiming to manage their workforce effectively. In Tanzania, several reputable colleges and universities offer a Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management. This degree equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to manage human capital in various organizations. Below is a comprehensive guide to the institutions offering this course, including their admission requirements and program details.
Mzumbe University, Morogoro
Program: Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management
Duration: 3 years
Admission Requirements:
- Direct Entry:
- A minimum of two principal passes and one subsidiary pass at A-Level.
- If the principal passes do not include English, applicants must have at least a credit in English at O-Level.
- Minimum admission points: 4.5.
- Equivalent Entry:
- A diploma in relevant fields such as Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Social Work, Business Administration, or other related areas with an average of “B” or a GPA of 3.0.
University of Iringa, Iringa
Program: Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management
Duration: 3 years
Admission Requirements:
- Category A:
- For Form VI Direct entrants and Diploma graduates under NACTE. Applications can be made directly to the university or through the online registration service.
- Category B:
- Diploma holders in Business, Economics, Science, Commerce, or Agriculture from accredited institutions with at least four passes in the Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) Form IV and a pass in Mathematics.
University of Dodoma, Dodoma
Program: Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management
Duration: 3 years
Admission Requirements:
- Direct Entry:
- Two principal passes in any subjects, except Religious Studies, with a subsidiary pass in Mathematics or Basic Applied Mathematics at A-Level, or a minimum “C” grade in Mathematics at O-Level.
- Equivalent Entry:
- A diploma in fields like Commerce, Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Accountancy, Banking and Finance, Procurement and Supplies Management, Commerce, or Economics with an average of “B” or a GPA of 3.0, along with four passes at O-Level.
Tanzania Institute of Accountancy, Dar-es-Salaam
Program: Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management
Duration: 1 year
Minimum Entry Requirements:
- Holders of NTA Level 7 qualifications.
Course Outline:
- Performance Management
- Human Resource Information System
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Project Management
- Managerial Economics
- Public Policy
- Occupational Health and Safety Services
- International Human Resource Management
- Project Paper
- Decision-Making Techniques
- Human Resource Training and Development
Mount Meru University, Arusha
Program: Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management
Duration: 3 years
Admission Requirements:
- Direct Entry:
- Two principal passes in any subject.
- Equivalent Entry:
- A diploma in Public Administration, Human Resources, or Business Administration with an average of B+ or GPA of 3.0.
The Open University of Tanzania, Dar es Salaam
Program: Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management
Duration: 3 years
Admission Requirements:
- Similar to other institutions, applicants must meet either direct entry or equivalent entry requirements, including having principal passes or relevant diplomas.
University of Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam
Program: Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management
Duration: 3 years
Admission Requirements:
- The university requires students to meet standard entry requirements, including passing relevant subjects at both A-Level and O-Level or holding equivalent qualifications such as a diploma in a related field.
St. John’s University of Tanzania, Dodoma
Program: Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management
Duration: 3 years
Admission Requirements:
- Similar to other institutions, with a focus on direct entry from A-Level or equivalent qualifications through a relevant diploma.
Summary Table: Admission Requirements for B.Sc. in HRM
| Institution | Direct Entry Requirements | Equivalent Entry Requirements | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mzumbe University | Two principal passes, minimum 4.5 points, English credit at O-Level if not included in A-Level | Diploma in HRM, Public Admin, etc., average of “B” or GPA of 3.0 | 3 years |
| University of Iringa | Two principal passes in relevant subjects | Diploma in Business, Economics, Science, etc., pass in Mathematics | 3 years |
| University of Dodoma | Two principal passes excluding Religious Studies, Math requirement | Diploma in Commerce, HRM, Public Admin, etc., average “B” or GPA of 3.0 | 3 years |
| Tanzania Institute of Accountancy | Not applicable | NTA Level 7 qualifications | 1 year |
| Mount Meru University | Two principal passes in any subject | Diploma in Public Admin, HRM, Business Admin, etc., average B+ or GPA of 3.0 | 3 years |
| The Open University of Tanzania | Standard entry requirements based on principal passes or equivalent qualifications | Diploma in relevant fields | 3 years |
| University of Dar es Salaam | Standard A-Level and O-Level passes | Diploma in related fields | 3 years |
| St. John’s University | Similar to other institutions | Similar to other institutions | 3 years |
