07/05/2026
*ENROLLMENTS OPEN AT NIPA!*
The National Institute of Public Administration (NIPA) invites applications for its 2026 academic intakes for suitably qualified candidates. With intakes in January and July, NIPA offers diverse programmes tailored to equip students with skills for today's competitive world.
*PROGRAMMES ON OFFER*
*1. Diploma Programmes*
Entry Requirements: A Grade 12 Certificate with 5 Credits or better in English, Mathematics, and any other three subjects.
Duration: Three years | Fees: K6,550 per semester.
Available Programmes:
• Diploma in Management Studies (DMS)
• Diploma in Human Resource Management (DHRM)
• Diploma in Health Services Management
• Diploma in Public Relations (DPR)
• Diploma in Project Management
• Diploma in Records Management
• Diploma in Public Administration (DPA)
• Diploma in Social Work (DSW)
• Diploma in Law
• Diploma in Business Administration (DBA)
• Diploma in Banking and Finance
• Diploma in Information Systems and Programming (DISP)
• Diploma in Accountancy and Government Accounting
• ZICA Diploma in Accountancy
• Zambia Institute of Marketing (ZIM)
• Zambia Institute of Purchasing and Supply (ZIPS)
• Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS)
• Diploma in Nursing
*2. Bachelor’s Degree Programmes*
Entry Requirements: A Grade 12 Certificate with 5 Credits or better in English, Mathematics, and any other three subjects.
Duration: Four years | Fees: K10,400 per semester.
Available Programmes:
• Bachelor of Public Administration
• Bachelor of Human Resource Management
• Bachelor of Public Relations
• Bachelor of Development Studies
• Bachelor of Social Work
• Bachelor of Records, Archives, and Information Management
• Bachelor of International Relations and Diplomacy
• Bachelor of Laws
• Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Criminal Justice
• Bachelor of Arts in Defense and Security Studies
• Bachelor of Business Administration
• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
• Bachelor of Science in Purchasing and Supply