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CIPR qualification at UoN


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Get ahead with the CIPR qualification

The ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã in partnership withÌýÌý(CIPR UK), is dedicated to raising standards in public Relations in Kenya and globally. CIPR UK is the only professional body in the world that can grant Chartered PR practitioner status.
There is a global community of #CIPRQualified professionals. In the past year alone, more than 130 international students from 32 countries have earned the CIPR qualification, learning from each other and passing on their knowledge and experience.
When you join the CIPR you become part of a global community of 10,000 public relations professionals. Whether you are starting out in your PR career, want to move up a level, or need to grow your knowledge in specialist areas, a CIPR qualification will take you further, faster.
Download the application form fill it and send it to cipr@uonbi.ac.ke
CIPR graduates' testimonials
CIPR UoN first graduation bookletÌý
CIPR-UoN Second graduation booklet
CIPR-UoN 3rd graduation booklet
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Why you should get the CIPR qualification
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Secure the job and the salary you want.
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Earn global recognition and respect.
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Transform your work by being strategic and adding value to boardroom conversations.
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Be confident in your capabilities, and grab opportunities to move up the ladder.
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Study flexibly around work and home.. Choose weekend classes, online learning, or a blend of both.
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CIPR Professional PR certificate
The Professional PR Certificate will give you a detailed introduction to PR and enable you to develop the knowledge and skills to progress in a career in PR.
What I will learn and how I will be assessed
Learn about PR planning principles, media relations techniques and the impact of social media on PR practice.
You will master the art of writing for different channels too – from press releases to blogs and social media posts.
The syllabus is made up of three separate units:
- Unit 1 looks at the role of PR in organisations and society and developing PR plans.
- Unit 2 focuses on the creation and management of communication that works, including traditional and digital communication methods.
- Unit 3 considers the ethical aspects of PR and how the success of PR activities can be judged.
To gain the qualification, you will need to successfully complete each of the three assessments.
Course duration
The entire programme will involve 48 hours of tuition. There are 4 assessment sessions per year. Depending on when you enroll on to the qualification you could qualify in as little as 6 months. Students should expect to set aside a certain amount of time for self-study and this will vary depending on time taken to complete the qualification.

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Click here toÌýdownload the application form
CIPR Professional PR Diploma
Take a strategic approach to PR and prepare to lead at board level.
Gain an advanced understanding of professional practice, including PR strategy and planning, content management, media and engagement, measurement and evaluation and PR leadership. All underpinned by reference to ethics and the code of conduct.
You will also put your learning into practice, evaluating a wide range of PR concepts and techniques and applying them practically to your own work and sector.
Who's it for and what are the enrolment criteria?
It's right for you if you are an experienced PR professional and are ready to progress towards a senior management position, or if you have previously studied the CIPR Advanced Certificate in Public Relations.
Course duration
There are 4 assessment sessions per year. Depending on when you enroll on to the qualification you could qualify in as little asÌý6 months. Students should expect to set aside a certain amount of time for self-study and this will vary depending on time taken to complete the qualification.

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CIPR Downloads
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- CIPR certificate course fees structure (in dollars)Ìý​​
- CIPR diploma course fees structure (in dollars)Ìý​​​
- CIPRÌýRegistration form
- CIPR Malpractice Policy
- CIPR Malpractice ProcedureÌý
- Extension Request Procedure
- Guide to Use of AIÌý
- CIPR Course Regulations- March 2026
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Follow the conversation
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Ìý- Anthony Maina, CIPR Alumnus
- Irene Bogonko,ÌýCIPR Alumnus
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The ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã is now offering online classes for CIPR inÌýKenya, Uganda and Rwanda.
Registration is ongoing. Apply today by sending an email toÌýcipr@uonbi.ac.keÌý
Specialist qualifications
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These postgraduate qualifications usually take SIX months to complete. Choose a specialist qualification if you want to become an expert in a particular field of public relations.Ìý
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For more information on the specialist qualifications click
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Specialist Certificate: Internal CommunicationsÌý
Specialist Diploma: Internal CommunicationsÌý
Specialist Diploma: Public Affairs
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Specialist Diploma: Crisis CommunicationsÌý
Specialist Diploma: Digital CommunicationsÌý
Specialist Diploma: Internal CommunicationsÌý
Specialist Diploma: Public Affairs
Specialist Diploma: Crisis CommunicationsÌý
Specialist Diploma: Digital CommunicationsÌý
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Celebrating the first CIPR UoN Cohort
- July 17, 2021
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For payment details and course schedule contact the office
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Director, Corporate Affairs
Call: +254 721 581030, whatsapp: +254700850869
Email:Ìýcipr@uonbi.ac.ke
ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã Towers, 17th Floor
ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã, Kenya
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