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OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

APPLICATION FORMS FOR ALL PROGRAMMES – K182.00

NIPA requires at least 25% down payment for enrolment in Master’s, Degree, Diploma or
Certificate Programmes

The Approved Fee Schedules for the 2023/4 Academic Year are indicated below:

APPROVED SCHEDULE OF FEES FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2023

STUDY MODE: *FT – FULL TIME *PF – PART TIME *D – DISTANCE *BR –BLOCK RELEASE
MANAGEMENT STUDIES DIVISION
PROGRAMME PROGRAM PROGRAMME MODE OF DURATION
ME FEE PER STUDY
FEE PER ANNUM
SEMESTER ZMW
ZMW
Post Graduate Diploma in Teaching Methodology 7,217.70 14,435.40 BR/D 1 Year
Diploma in Management Studies (DMS) – I 6,221.45 12,442.90 FT/PT 3 Years
Diploma in Management Studies (DMS) – II 6,248.45 12,496.90
Diploma in Management Studies (DMS) – III 6,459.45 12,918.90
Certificate in Human Resource Management (CHRM) 6,095.45 12,190.90 FT/PT/D/ 2 Years
Diploma in Human Resource Management (DHRM) – I 6,248.45 12,496.90 FT/PT/D/ 3 Years
Diploma in Human Resource Management (DHRM) – II 6,459.45 12,918.90
Diploma in Human Resource Management (DHRM) – III 6,541.45 13,082.90
Diploma in Health Services Management – I 5,719.45 11,438.90 FT 3 Years
Diploma in Health Services Management – II 5,719.45 11,438.90
Diploma in Health Services Management - III 5,719.45 11,438.90
Diploma in Public Relations (DPR) – I 6,095.45 12,190.90 FT/PT 3 Years
Diploma in Public Relations (DPR) – II 6,248.45 12,496.90
Diploma in Public Relations (DPR) – III 6,248.45 12,496.90
Diploma in Project Management – I 6,095.45 12,190.90 PT 3 Years
Diploma in Project Management – II 6,248.45 12,496.90
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Diploma in Project Management – III 6,248.45 12,496.90

Certificate in Records Management 5,803.45 11,606.90 FT/PT 2 Years
Diploma in Records Management – I 5,803.45 11,606.90 FT/PT 3 Years
Diploma in Records Management – II 5,942.45 11,884.90
Diploma in Records Management – III 6,095.45 12,190.90
Diploma in Public Administration (DPA) – I 6,248.45 12,496.90 FT/PT 3 Years
Diploma in Public Administration (DPA) – II 6,387.45 12,774.90
Diploma in Public Administration (DPA) – III 6,541.45 13,082.90
Diploma in Social Work (DSW) – I 6,040.45 12,080.90 FT/PT 3 Years
Diploma in Social Work (DSW) – II 6,095.45 12,190.90
Diploma in Social Work (DSW) – III 6,248.45 12,496.90
Advanced Certificate in Monitoring and Evaluation 4,606.45 9,212.90 FT/PT 6 Months
Bachelor of Public Administration 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT/PT/D 4 Years
Bachelor of Human Resources Management 9,856.45 19,712.90
Bachelor of Public Relations 9,856.45 19,712.90
Bachelor of Development Studies 9,856.45 19,712.90
Bachelor of Social Work 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT/PT
Bachelor of Records, Archives and Information management 9,856.45 19,712.90
Bachelor of International Relations and Diplomacy 9,856.45 19,712.90 PT
English as a Foreign Language 5,803.45 11,606.90 FT 6 Months
LEGAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT
Certificate in Prosecutions 4,158.45 8,316.90 FT/PT/D 6 Months
Certificate in Law 5,651.45 11,302.90 FT/PT/D 2 Years
Diploma in Law (DL) – I 6,248.45 12,496.90 FT/PT/D 3 Years
Diploma in Law (DL) – II 6,248.45 12,496.90 FT/PT/D
Diploma in Law (DL) – III 6,459.45 12,918.90 FT/PT/D
Pre – ZIALE Course 7,073.45 14,146.90 PT 2 Months
Bachelor of Laws 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT/PT/D 4 Years
Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT/PT/D 4 Years
Bachelor of Arts in Defense and Security Studies 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT/PT/D 4 Years
BUSINESSSTUDIES DIVISION
Certificate in Business Administration (CBA) 5,559.45 11,118.90 FT/PT/D 2 Years
Diploma in Business Administration (DBA) – I 5,559.45 11,118.90 FT/PT/D 3 Years
Diploma in Business Administration (DBA) – II 5,733.45 11,466.90 FT/PT/D
Diploma in Business Administration (DBA) – III 5,833.45 11,666.90 FT/PT/D
Certificate in Banking and Finance 5,350.45 10,700.90 FT 1 Year
Diploma in Banking and Finance 5,650.45 11,300.90 FT/PT 2 Years
Certificate in Information Systems and Programming (CISP) 5,803.45 11,606.90 FT/PT/D 2 Years
Diploma in Information Systems and Programming (DISP) – I 5,942.45 11,884.90 FT/PT 3 Years
Diploma in Information Systems and Programming (DISP) – II 6,095.45 12,190.90
Diploma in Information Systems and Programming (DISP) – III 6,245.45 12,490.90
Certificate in Accountancy & Government Accounting 5,205.45 10,410.90 FT/PT 2 Years
Diploma in Accountancy & Government 5,205.45 10,410.90 FT 2 Years

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Accounting I
Diploma in Accountancy & Government 5,205.45 10,410.90 FT 1 Year
Accounting II
Diploma in Accountancy & Government 5,357.45 10,714.90 FT 1 Year
Accounting III
ZICA Diploma in Accountancy (DIA) 4,968.50 9,937 FT/PT 2 Years
Zambia Institute of Marketing (ZIM) 5,350.45 10,700.90 FT/PT 2 Years
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) – 5,559.45 11,118.90 FT/PT/D 1 Year
Certificate
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) – 5,559.45 11,118.90 FT/PT/D 1 Year
Advanced Certificate
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) – Diploma 5,120.50 10,241 FT/PT/D 6 months
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) – 5,719.45 11,438.90 FT/PT 6 Months
Graduate Level
Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS) 4,254.45 8,508.90 FT/PT/D 2 Years
Bachelor of Computer Science With Education 5,000 10,000 FT/PT 4 Years
Bachelor of Business Administration 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT/PT/D 4 Years
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT/PT 4 Years
Bachelor of Science in Purchasing and Supply Chain 9,128.45 18,256.90 FT/PT/D 4 Years
Management
Bachelor of Transport and Logistics 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT/PT/D 4 Years
Bachelor of Accounting and Finance 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT/PT/D 4 Years
Bachelor of Economics 9,128.45 18,256.90 FT/PT/D 4 Years
Bachelor of Information Technology 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT/PT/D 4 Years
Bachelor of Arts in Film and Media Studies 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT 4 Years
Bachelor of Performing and Creative Arts 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT 4 Years
Bachelor of Marketing and Creative Studies 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT 4 Years
CLIMATE, DISASTER and TECHNOLOGY CENTRE (CDTeC)
Bachelor of Science in Disaster Studies and Sustainable 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT/PT/D 4 Years
Development
Bachelor of Science in Climatology and Meteorology 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT/PT/D 4 Years
Bachelor of Science in Land and Water 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT/PT/D 4 Years
Conservation
Bachelor of Emergency Management in Fire 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT/PT/D 4 Years
Protection and Risk
Bachelor of Emergency Management in 9,856.45 19,712.90 FT/PT/D 4 Years
Occupational Health and Safety

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USER FEES
Narrative; Duration ZMK (K)

Union Fees Per Semester 61

Application Fees When Applying 182
Penalty Fees When Charged 133
Research Report Binding (4 Copies) Last Semester 726
Only
Research/Project Handling Fees Last Semester 493
Only
Graduation Fee TBA- Accounts TBA- Accounts
CONSOLIDATION OF RESULTS

Consolidation (Ordinary) 134

Consolidation (Express) 267
ACCOMODATION
Distance Full Time
Self-Contained rooms Per Semester 105 8,150
Single rooms Per Semester 80 4,050
Shared rooms Per Semester 60 2,600
CHINESE LANGUAGE
DURATION FEES (ZMK) STUDY MODE

1 10 Weeks K800.00 PT
2 10 Weeks K1,000.00 PT
3 10 Weeks K1,200.00 PT
4 10 Weeks K1,500.00 PT

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950 000 991, Email:[email protected]/[email protected] Website:www.nipa.ac.zm
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POSTGRADUATE STUDIES DIVISION (PSD)

BUSINESS STUDIES DIVISION (BSD);
• Master of Business Administration (MBA General)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA Finance)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA Marketing)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA Entrepreneurship)
MANAGEMENT STUDIES DIVISION (MSD);
• Master of Public Administration (MPA)
• Master of International Relations and Diplomacy (MIRD)
• Master of Public Relations (MPR)
• Master of Human Resources Management (MHRM)
• Master of Science in Projects Management (MSc.PM)
CLIMATE, DISASTER AND TECHNOLOGY CENTRE (CDTeC);
• Master of Arts Climate Change and Global Sustainability (MA-CCGS)
• Master of Disaster Risk Reduction (MDRR)
• Master of Science in Computer Science (MScCS)
LEGAL STUDIES DEPARTMENT (LSD);
• Master of Laws General (LLM-General)
• Master of Laws in Criminal Law and Criminal Procedure (LLM-CLCP)
• Master of Laws in Constitutional and International Law (LLM-CIL)
• Master of Laws in Employment and Labour Laws (LLM-ELL)
• Master of Laws in Corporate Law (LLM-CL)
• Master of Laws in Human Rights Law (LLM-HRL)
• Master of Laws in Banking Law (LLM-BL)
*ALL MASTERS DEGREE PROGRAMMES RUN FOR A PERIOD OF TWO YEARS

SCHEDULE OF FEES
Narrative; SEMESTER ONE SEMESTER TWO PER ANNUM
(ZMW) (ZMW) (ZMW)
Programme Fees 8,378.45 8,378.45 16,756.90
MODE OF DELIVERY FOR MASTERS PROGRAMMES:
i. Block Release; Every fortnight weekend in a month (two Intensive weekends
in a month: Saturday and Sunday);
ii. Distance Learning; One (1) intensive week per semester [i.e.7-day residential
school twice (January and July) in an academic year].
iii. Online; Classes are administered through our user friendly online
platform which has a flexible time-table throughout the
semester.

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In term of contact with students in between the blocks, the Institute leverages on e-learning
capabilities to ensure regular contact between Lecturers and students through the Moodle and
Google Classroom (Online Classroom). Students will also be encouraged to attend seminars
and workshops.
A balanced and mutually reinforcing mix of practical and theoretical knowledge is one of the
main aims of postgraduate programmes at NIPA. In addition to the Institute’s own experienced
academic staff, practitioners from the public and corporate sector will also be invited to lectures
and seminars.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

 Direct Entry:
Degree Programme: Grade 12 Certificate with 5 ‘O’ level credits (1-6) English
and Mathematics Inclusive
Diploma Programme: Grade 12 Certificate with 4 ‘O’ level credits (1-6)
English and Mathematics Inclusive
All Health Sciences Programmes: Grade 12 Certificate with 5 ‘O’ level credits
(1-6) English, Mathematics and Sciences Inclusive
Diploma in Accountancy (ZICA): Grade 12 Certificate with 5 ‘O’ level credits
(1-6) English and Mathematics Inclusive
Diploma in Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS/CIPS): Grade 12 Certificate with
5 ‘O’ level credits (1-6) English and Mathematics Inclusive
 Second Year Entry into a Diploma Programme: A ZAQA approved certificate in the
same field
 Second Year Entry into a Degree Programme: A Diploma in a relevant field from a
reputable and recognised institution with minimum 5 ‘O’ level credits
 Post Graduate Entry: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field from a reputable and
recognised institution accredited by the Higher Education Authority (HEA)
 Enrolments are conducted in January & July and Examinations are held in
November/December and June/July every year.
METHODS OF APPLICATION
To apply the following documents are to be submitted
1. Application form. These can be downloaded from the following links;
 www.nipa.ac.zm/images/downloads/NIPA-APPLICATION-FORM-
FORDIPLOMA.pdf
 www.nipa.ac.zm/images/downloads/NIPA-APPLICATION-FORM-
FORDEGREE.pdf
 www.nipa.ac.zm/images/downloads/NIPA-CGS-APPLCATION-FORM-2020-1.pdf
 On our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nipa
Hard copy application forms can be obtained from our Main Campus (along Dushanbe
Road, Lusaka), Burma Campus (along Burma Road, Lusaka) and Ndola Campus (along
Arusha Street, Ndola) and must be returned before the semester commences.
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2. Copy of Certified grade 12 results

3. Copy of National Registration Card (NRC)
4. Deposit slip application fee of K182
A NON REFUNDABLE APPLICATION FEE OF K182.00 MUST BE DEPOSITED
IN THE ACCOUNT BELOW;
ZANACO BANK
Branch: Civic Centre
Account Name: NIPA
Account #: 0020548300144
Sort Code: 010067

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For Details; Plot No. 4810, Dushanbe Road, P.O Box 31990, Lusaka, Zambia, Tel: +260 211 228802-4, Fax:211 227213, Cell: +260 967 611 098 Whatsapp+260
950 000 991, Email:[email protected]/[email protected] Website:www.nipa.ac.zm