Pioneer International University

Pioneer International University

Pioneer International University was established in September 2006, as a College and received University accreditation by the Kenyan government in 2012. This was driven by the need to develop well researched and market-oriented course programmes that shape the future of both the Kenyan and global economy.
We are located at the heart of the Kenyan capital Nairobi, 1.5 km from the central business district.

Pioneer International University (PIU) boasts of a combination of carefully developed curricula mapped with the world of work needs. The School of Aerospace Science and Maritime studies is the premier Aviation Training School at the university level in the region.
Similar efforts dedicated to being the Technology Institute (PIU is a Microsoft IT Academy) in the region. To this end, PIU students engage in practical work through mandatory industrial attachment programs, projects, and exhibitions.
We foster and support a visible network of action-oriented learning experiences for students and alumni supported by cutting-edge research and innovation to meet the needs and ambitions of a diverse range of stakeholders.

We are a vibrant learning community linking the academic world and industry through the effective use of personnel, facilities and state-of-the-art technology; placing us in a class of our own dedicated to educating socially responsible citizens for active and dedicated lives as high caliber and competent leaders in their professions and their communities.

Vision

To be a world-class market-driven university of excellence for the good of society. Pioneer International University is a market-driven university in a class of its own dedicated to educating socially responsible citizens for active and dedicated lives as high caliber and competent leaders in their professions and their communities. PIU’s student-centered faculty and staff inspire academically qualified students from diverse backgrounds and all ages to benefit from rigorous higher education and professional development opportunities in the dynamic global environment. Deeply rooted in practical scholarship and principles of social justice expressed as ethical awareness, leadership development, economic progress and civic engagement, Pioneer International University encourages community partnerships and prepare its diverse graduates for responsible citizenship in a global society.

Mission

PIU directs its diverse resources on advancement of knowledge through cutting-edge research and innovation, melding its rich experiences into holistic educative processes that expand horizons, produce high caliber leaders, nurture creativity and meet the needs and ambitions of a culturally and internationally diverse range of stakeholders. PIU fosters and supports a visible network of action-oriented learning experiences for students and alumni supported by cutting-edge research and innovation as part of its mission to meeting the needs and ambitions of a diverse range of stakeholders. It is also a vibrant learning community linking the academic and service resources through the effective use of personnel, facilities and state-of-the-art technology. PIU earns international recognition for its distinctive global focus and its dynamic, highly innovative curricula in the business, electronic/engineering and medical fields. PIU continues attracting, developing, and retaining highly qualified creative and responsible lecturers and professionals from diverse backgrounds who will be charged with making a significant difference in the lives of their students and the community in which they live.

Pioneer International University Aspirations

Inspired by the desire to serve society through education, PIU declares its purpose to be the education of the whole person. The University is thus dedicated to:

• The preparation of students to assume leadership roles in society through an education that expands horizons nurtures creativity, stresses moral and spiritual as well as intellectual and aesthetic values.

• An uncompromising standard of academic excellence and an unwavering commitment to academic freedom, freedom of inquiry, and freedom of expression in the search for truth.

• Rigorous and imaginative scholarship; excellent teaching in and out of the classroom; and educational programs designed to provide breadth and depth, to encourage the integration of different forms of knowledge, and to stimulate not only the acquisition but also the creative and responsible use of knowledge.

Core Values

We hold ourselves responsible for living out these core values, which are critical for carrying out our mission in pursuit of our vision:

• Academic excellence and impact – eminence in teaching and research scholarship that changes life and deepen understanding. Creativity and innovation will be the hallmarks of our efforts.

• Individual development – since each person is unique and full of promise for intellectual and personal growth, we foster individual success and self-determination and believe that education of the whole person builds character, promotes active involvement in the world and produces better citizens.

• Ethical community – recognizes the dignity of each member and treats everyone with respect. Our actions are guided by fairness, honesty, and integrity.

• Inclusiveness – fostering diversity and providing access to educational and socio-economic opportunities for all regardless of individual backgrounds.

• Innovation – encouraging ingenuity, creativity, and discovery.

• Collaboration – the advancement of society by building partnerships with students, alumni, business and industry, government bodies, accrediting agencies and the communities the university serves.

• Teamwork – working together towards a common goal.

• Communication – sharing information openly and in a timely manner.

• Leadership – we value leadership built on trust, integrity, and civility.

• Opportunity – with a focus on developing career skills and knowledge, we provide an opportunity for civic engagement, leadership development, advancement, and success.

• Critical thinking – we teach and encourage our students to develop analytical and decision-making skills so that they are able to formulate and solve problems and come up with a way forward.

Why Pioneer International University

• Highly qualified and dedicated lecturers.
• Affordable fees, payable in installments.
• Educational loans available from Higher Education Loans Board and in partnership with Equity Bank.
• A well-equipped library, inclusive of digital/online resources.
• State of the art computer labs and ICT facilities.
• 24-hour fast Internet access, ideal for research work.
• Hotspots – Internet access over wireless LAN.
• Hands-on research experience – student research emphasized from the very first year of the graduate program
• Social problem orientation – we recognize that scholars have a responsibility to produce research that addresses current issues and attempts to explain or resolve social problems.
• Vibrant intellectual culture – respective departments are part of a larger thriving university culture, equipped with extraordinary resources and composed of vibrant and creative intellectuals.
• Credit transfers/ exemptions given to diploma holders in relevant fields.
• Flexible scheduling of courses – day, evening and weekend settings ensures opportunities for other activities are not lost.
• Mentoring Matters – faculty are deeply committed to mentoring students.
• Personalized professional development – students have the opportunity to develop their professional skills through the Certificate in Industrial Studies (CIS) programme offered to all undergraduates and through the unique Industrial Placement (IP) programme. These offer students the opportunity to experience industry and develop skills that help them in their degrees and beyond. We offer the chance to meet employers and receive guidance on all aspects of job hunting, from writing CVs to interview skills.
• Team building – all our students undertaking project work go for team building in designated areas. This provides an ‘outward bound’ experience in which students join together to face challenges as teams. They return to the University and, in the same teams, begin their project work has already experienced the highs and lows of working as a team.
• A real community – an open and supportive environment, where faculty and students frequently collaborate.
• The serene and conducive environment for learning.
• Separate hostels for gentlemen and ladies.
• Transport to and from students’ destinations available.
• Walking distance from the Central Business District.

Pioneer International University Schools And Courses Offered

School Of Science And Ict

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have an aggregate grade of C+ (C PLUS) in K.C.S.E. (or equivalent examination) and a minimum grade of C in Mathematics and English as well as in Physics
• Must have TWO Principal passes in ‘A’ level/Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) in Physicsand Mathematics
• Must have a pass in Diploma in Management and Information Technology,or Diploma in Information Technology, or Diploma in Computer technology from a recognized Institution.
• Any other equivalent qualifications approved by Senate as equivalent to 1, 2, and 3 above.

MISSION OF BSIT PROGRAMME:

The Mission of Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Programme at PIU (BSIT) is to rigorously train professionals with strong foundation in IT by the development of competency in specialized areas of the field, then solve associated IT problems in a business setting. The principal means of accomplishing this mission is through a comprehensive interdisciplinary curriculum which begins with a critical understanding of Mathematics for Technology, Computer Science/Computer Systems, Information Systems, Business, Humanities, and Community Service. This provides the foundation for building towards state-of-the-art IT research and development. The program has the following specific Programme Learning Outcomes (PLOs) which provide a sound base in the principles of IT at appropriate levels training:

School Of Business And Management

Bachelor of Commerce

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Candidates wishing to study for the Bachelor of Commerce Degree must satisfy the minimum University and School Of Business And Management requirements for admission.

Either

• Be a holder of KCSE (or equivalent examination) certificate with a minimum aggregate of C+ OR
• Be a holder of KACE certificate with a minimum of two principal passes and subsidiary pass and a minimum of credit pass in Mathematics at KCE
• Be a holder of a diploma in a relevant discipline from an institution recognized by the University Senate

AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION:

• Accounting
• Finance
• Marketing
• Human resource
• Aviation Management

DIPLOMA COURSES:

• Diploma in Maritime Transport and Logistics Management.
• Diploma in Business Management
• Diploma in Oil and Gas Management (DPGM)
• Diploma in Tourism Management

QUALIFICATIONS ENTRY FOR DIPLOMAS
The candidates wishing to enroll for the programme must ensure that they have the following qualifications
1) K.C.S.E -C plain
2) K.C.S.E – (C-) OR equivalent plus a certificate and diploma combination of passes .
a. ‘A’ LEVEL TWO – Subsidiary passes
b. ‘O’ LEVEL qualification minimum division III

CERTIFICATE COURSES:

• Certificate in Business Management
• Certificate in Petroleum and Gas Management
• Certificate in Travel and Tourism Management
• Certificate in Maritime Transport Logistics

Qualifications entry for Certificate

The candidates wishing to enroll in the program must ensure that they have the following qualifications.

• KCSE D+ or it’s equivalent
• Ordinary O level Division III Certificate or its equivalent plus evidence of relevant academic or professional training.

School Of Development And Strategic Studies

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

GENERAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
In addition to the general admission requirements into PIU, applicants must have a minimum of the following:
1. Must have an aggregate grade of C+ (C PLUS) in K.C.S.E. (or equivalent examination) and a minimum grade of C in English. Further to these, a C in either Geography, Business Studies or any language.
2. Must have TWO Principal (2P) passes in ‘A’ level/Kenya Advanced Certificate of Education (KACE) in English and Mathematics and one subsidiary in either Geography, Business Studies or Economics.
3. K.C.S.E (mean C) plus Diploma from a recognized institution.
4. A degree or diploma from a CUE recognized university.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS
1. This Curriculum is a 4-year full-time programme intended for student undertaking Bachelor of Arts in International Relations.
2. A total of 84 courses are presented in this curriculum which include courses of humanities and sciences (i.e. Mathematics, Business, Computer Applications, Ethics, Law, and Biological and Environmental Sciences). These are from a pool of General Education courses of the University, which must be taken by BAIR students. Thirty (32) courses comprise the core curriculum courses designated BAIR and a further 26 courses are the electives in the major fields of specialization. A student under this curriculum must take 36 required courses, 8 specialization electives, a project, and Internship lasting for 10 weeks. A total of 56 courses are required for a student to graduate in a Bachelor Arts in International Relations. The credits earned in this case are 168.
3. The academic year will consist of two semesters with optional third semester (tri-semester)
4. Courses shall be offered in terms of units, one credit unit being equivalent to one hour of instructions per week in a semester of 14 or 15 weeks. In addition, one hour of lecture is equivalent to two hours of practical session, or an equivalent amount of other assigned study or practical experience or any other.
5. The Program shall be offered in one single stage whose exit point is the award of the Degree in International Relations.
6. To qualify for the award of the Degree of Bachelor Arts in International Relations, candidate shall have completed study for the Degree extending over a period of not less than 3½ years and not more than 6 academic years. In any case, the student shall be expected to attend 95% of all classes.
7. In ALL the stages of study admission for a specific course shall be subject to the student meeting the University’s requirements.
8. A student shall be required to take a minimum of all the University common courses designated BAIR in a given stage.
9. Each registered student will undertake an industrial attachment during the period following the end of year II.
10. Each attachment session will not be less than 8 weeks, being equivalent to ONE unit, and shall be subject to the general regulations for practical training and industrial attachment.
11. Each student shall be required to take a Project, in stage II, being an equivalent of TWO units.

Pioneer International University Courses Offered  School of Education, Development and Strategic Studies

• Bachelors of Arts In International Relations (BA – IR )
• Diploma in County Governance
• Diploma in International Relations

Pioneer International University Courses Offered School of Business and Management

• Bachelor of Commerce – Property Management
• Bachelor of Commerce – Aviation and Airport Management (Pilot)
• Bachelor of Commerce – Insurance Management
• Bachelor of Commerce – Finance
• Bachelor of Commerce – Marketing
• Bachelor of Commerce – Accounting
• Bachelor of Commerce – Human Resources Management
• Bachelor of Commerce – Strategic Management
• Bachelor of Commerce – Entrepreneurship

Pioneer International University Courses Offered School of IT

• Diploma In Communication and Digital Media (Journalism)
• Certificate in Information Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Artificial Intelligence
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Distributed Systems
• Diploma In Information Technology
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Security Systems
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Software Engineering
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Management Information Systems
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology – Networking

Pioneer International University Courses Offered School of Aviation and Maritime Studies

• Diploma in Maritime Transport and Logistics Management
• Diploma in Aviation (Pilot)
• Certificate in Aviation (Pilot)

Fee Structure

Fees varies per programme, for details on fees and account number concerning Pioneer International University, kindly contact the admissions office.

Pioneer International University Contacts

Pioneer International University
Postal Address: P.O.BOX 33421-00600 Nairobi, Kenya
Telephone: 0727 532 044, 0700 372 352, 0700 372 354, 0700 372 355, 0736 330 333
Email: admissions@piu.ac.ke

Website: www.piu.ac.ke