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Skills for Success: Paving the Way to a Fulfilling Future

An ALU education equips young leaders with the right skills to make an impact in their chosen career

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of our alumni get employed within 6 months

after graduation and earn an entry salary of USD $12k+ per annum

Are you tired of the waiting game in Kenya, where it takes graduates an average of 5 years to land a dignified job, often earning as little as USD $2000 per annum? Say goodbye to the frustration and hello to ALU – your ticket to a brighter future! ALU stands out with a proven track record of connecting students with rewarding global career opportunities. We’re not just about education; we’re about empowerment and transforming your future.

Why Kenyans are opting for an ALU education:

High placement rates at top companies

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75% of our alumni get employed within 6 months after graduation and earn an entry salary of USD $12k+ per annum

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1800+ impactful student internships in both public and private sectors across 50+ countries globally since 2021

Companies where our students have interned and work include Equity Bank, Amazon Web Services, Bloomberg, Black Rock Investments, East African Power Limited, Ernst & Young, Google, KPMG, Kenyatta Trust, One Acre Fund, Meta, Mckinsey & Co., JP Morgan Chase & co., IBM,  Kenya Power & Lighting Company, Bank of America, Dalberg, MTN, Bloomberg, Paystack, PWC, UN Development Programme

An education with a purpose

ALU students declare a mission while studying a degree programme. The mission helps them articulate a key problem and identify a viable solution to one of 14 grand challenges and great opportunities in their communities and Africa

Hands-On Knowledge: Learning by Doing. Experience is at the heart of ALU’s educational approach, ensuring that a significant 70% of a student’s coursework time is dedicated to hands-on learning through real-life projects

The world is your campus

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ALU is one of few African universities where over 40+ countries are represented on campus. Our alumni are spread across 35+ countries

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25+ visiting faculty and experts from around the world graced ALU in 2023 including Reed Hastings (Co-founder of Netflix), Jennifer Widom (Professor at Stanford University), Mobolaji Sokunji (Director at Dell), Efayomi Carr (Co-founder at Madica)

5 ALU Hubs – communities beyond ALU’s campus where you can connect with your peers on social life, projects, explore your mission, or individual work while maintaining a community. ALU Hubs are delivered across: Silicon Valley – USA, Kigali – Rwanda, Kampala – Uganda, Lagos – Nigeria,  and close to home, Nairobi – Kenya.

"My mission is to revolutionize African Urbanization by finding ways to create sustainable urban villages using technology and data-driven decisions. The ALU hub's experience connects with my mission as I get to see the development challenges of different cities. I have the flexibility to travel around and experiment at these different hubs, something I wouldn’t be able to do at other universities."
Martin NdunguStudent
"I have made different friends from all over the world, something I couldn’t say for many other universities out there. The ALU space gave me a wide range of experiences where I got to understand different people and what I wanted for my life. Now, I understand who I am as a person and who I want to be in future."
Cindy Shirlley ColenyoStudent
"Coming to ALC has really opened me up to so many opportunities. I've engaged with executives from Silicon Valley, Hong Kong, France, and all over. I've been able to reinforce the connections that I had and even build more relationships with people in Africa and the rest of the world.”
Yuri CoretStudent
"As an entrepreneurship student I've had the privilege of starting my venture and growing it as a part of my degree. I have also received a lot of support and opportunities from different events and programs such as the ALU student ventures program and entrepreneurship events."
Wanjiru KiberaStudent
“I am a happy parent as I received a finished, market-ready product from ALU. This was made possible by ALU’s internship program. I am delighted that my son is transitioning into a graduate training program, and this has only been possible because of the experience he gained during the three years he spent at ALU. “
Jane OisebeParent

Degree
Programmes

Bachelor of
Software Engineering (BSE)

Combine technological skills training with leadership and entrepreneurship development. You will not only learn technical skills but build up soft skills through presentations, technical writing, and group projects. Our software engineering students & graduates have secured jobs and internships across all industries and company sizes including; Google, Amazon Web Service, Goldman Sachs, MTN, Meta, Paystack and Vodafone.

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Bachelor of
Entrepreneurial Leadership (BEL)

Start your venture, become a business leader or dedicate yourself to a cause that matters to you.  Graduates are in high demand by top companies and policy organizations across Africa and the world. Whether you’re interested in business strategy, policy advocacy, or product development, our program prepares you for a wide range of career paths.

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BSc (Hons) International Business & Trade (IBT)

The program fosters a practical and entrepreneurial mindset by immersing students in the realities of African business. Through experiential learning opportunities, including internships and capstone projects, students will apply their knowledge to real-world challenges and contribute to innovative solutions. The curriculum also emphasizes the importance of ethical leadership, sustainability, and social responsibility in international business.

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What makes
ALU Unique

  • We're crafting the leaders of tomorrow, individuals who will shape the world
  • With a strong focus on entrepreneurship, we're not merely creating job seekers; we're empowering students to become job creators, driving economic growth and innovation
  • Our One-of-A-kind transformative model equips you with in-demand 21st-century skills needed for success in today's world; enabling you to make a difference in your community right now
  • We firmly believe in learning by doing because we know it's the combination of theory and practice that truly prepares you to make a significant impact
  • ALU isn't just an educational decision; it's a smart investment in your future – a future filled with leadership, entrepreneurship, practical learning, immediate impact, and career readiness.
African Leadership University
  • ALU Rwanda Campus

Bumbogo, Kigali Innovation City,
Next to Azam,
Kigali, Rwanda