Our Programmes
From entry-level certificates to executive short courses and advanced postgraduate study, AUE offers Programmes designed to shape the next generation of entrepreneurial leaders across Africa.
Certificates & Diplomas
Flexible access qualifications that widen participation, build professional capability, and create progression routes into degree study.
Certificate Programmes (NQF Level 5)
- Certificate in Business & Entrepreneurship
- Certificate in Educational Foundations & Human Development
- Certificate in Legal Administration & Paralegal Studies
- Certificate in Engineering & Industrial Technology
- Certificate in Health & Applied Sciences
- Certificate in Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems
Programmes / Blended / Online
Access Route
Diploma Programmes (NQF Level 6)
- Diploma in Business Administration
- Diploma in Education (General)
- Diploma in Legal Studies
Programmes / Blended / Online
Progression to Degree
Undergraduate Degrees
Industry-aligned bachelor’s Programmes designed to prepare graduates for employment, entrepreneurship, public leadership, and innovation.
Bachelor of Business Administration & Innovation (BBI)
Business leadership, innovation, entrepreneurship, and applied management for future-ready graduates.
3–4 years
Business
Bachelor of Digital Marketing & Entrepreneurship
Digital growth, branding, innovation, and entrepreneurial capability for modern market environments.
3–4 years
Marketing
Bachelor of Economics & Development Studies
Economic analysis, policy thinking, and development practice aligned to African priorities.
3–4 years
Economics
Bachelor of Finance & Investment
Finance, investment analysis, decision-making, and value creation for private and public sectors.
3–4 years
Finance
Bachelor of Public Management and Political Science
Governance, administration, public leadership, and policy insight for national and regional impact.
3–4 years
Public Sector
Bachelor of Education (Primary Education)
Teacher preparation for strong foundational learning and classroom excellence in primary education.
3–4 years
Education
Bachelor of Education (Secondary Education)
Pedagogical and subject-focused training for the development of effective secondary school educators.
3–4 years
Education
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Legal training for advocacy, justice, public service, and ethical leadership in African societies.
3–4 years
Law
Short Courses & Executive Education
Practical executive and professional learning for working adults, organisations, and future-focused leaders seeking agile skills, digital capability, and entrepreneurial growth.
Digital Transformation for Leaders
Short professional learning focused on technology, strategy, and leading change in modern organisations.
Professional
Entrepreneurship & Business Development
Practical training for startup formation, market opportunity, value creation, and small business growth.
Enterprise
Data Analytics for Business
Skill-building for evidence-based decision-making, dashboard literacy, and applied business insight.
Analytics
Project Management Essentials
Core tools for planning, coordination, execution, and accountability across organisational projects.
Skills
Honours Programmes
High-demand postgraduate progression qualifications that deepen disciplinary expertise and strengthen access to advanced academic and professional opportunities.
Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours)
Advanced business leadership and strategic management development.
NQF 8 | 1 year
Bachelor of Business Science (Honours)
Applied advanced study in business analysis and commercial decision-making.
NQF 8 | 1 year
Bachelor of Project Management (Honours)
Advanced capability in project systems, planning, and delivery leadership.
NQF 8 | 1 year
Bachelor of Finance and Investment (Honours)
Advanced finance, investment thinking, and strategic economic analysis.
NQF 8 | 1 year
Bachelor of Economics and Development Studies (Honours)
Deeper policy and development analysis for African growth challenges.
NQF 8 | 1 year
Bachelor of Educational Management (Honours)
Leadership and administration in contemporary educational institutions.
NQF 8 | 1 year
Bachelor of Public Management (Honours)
Advanced public-sector leadership, policy, and governance capability.
NQF 8 | 1 year
Bachelor of Political Science (Honours)
Advanced political thought, governance analysis, and institutional leadership.
NQF 8 | 1 year
Bachelor of Laws (Honours)
Specialised legal development for advanced legal and policy practice.
NQF 8 | 1 year
Bachelor of Education (Honours)
Advanced pedagogical and leadership development in education.
NQF 8 | 1 year
Master’s & Doctoral Studies
Advanced professional and research qualifications designed for leaders, academics, legal professionals, and policy thinkers shaping the future of Africa.
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Executive leadership, strategic decision-making, innovation, and enterprise development.
NQF 9 | 2 years | Master’s
Master of Education & Leadership
Advanced educational leadership, institutional management, and transformation in learning systems.
NQF 9 | 2 years | Master’s
Master of Laws (LLM)
Higher-level legal scholarship and specialised law and policy development.
NQF 9 | 2 years | Master’s
PhD in Business Leadership
Research-intensive study for advanced leadership, business strategy, and organisational transformation.
NQF 10 | 3–5 years | Doctoral
PhD in Education
Doctoral research for educational policy, leadership, innovation, and academic advancement.
NQF 10 | 3–5 years | Doctoral
PhD in Law
Advanced legal research for jurisprudence, regulation, justice systems, and public policy impact.
NQF 10 | 3–5 years | Doctoral
Why study at AUE?
Programmes are designed to combine academic depth, professional relevance, entrepreneurship, and digital innovation.
African Relevance, Global Standards
Curricula respond to local development realities while maintaining international relevance.
Industry-Integrated Learning
Programmes combine knowledge, employability, and practical business capability.
Flexible Delivery
Programmes, blended, and approved online modes improve access for diverse learners.
Entrepreneurial DNA
Students are prepared not only for jobs, but for leadership, innovation, and value creation.
Ready to shape your future?
Take the next step towards becoming an entrepreneurial leader. Applications for AUE Programmes are now open.