Knowledge and Service

DEGREES AND DIPLOMAS THROUGH E-LEARNING

in Partnership with Astria Learning

2020 - 2021
The Directorate of Distance Education and Open Learning

ecampus.cbu.ac.zm

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Message from the University
About our university
Why CBU DDEOL?
Tuition and Fees
About Directorate
Why study Online?
Our highly qualified faculty
MBA - General
MBA - Finance
MSc in Project Management
MSc in Accounting and Finance
Msc in Peace and Conflict studies
Postgraduate Diploma in Education
Leadershipand Teaching Methodology
Message from the University
University
Vice Chancellor
Professor Naison Ngoma Since 2012
The Copperbelt University (CBU) was
established by the Act of Parliament No.
19 of 1987 and accredited by the Higher
Education Authority. It is located in Kitwe,
along Jambo Drive, Riverside in the
3 Copperbelt Province of Zambia. Besides the
conventional university education, CBU also
5 offers competitive Open Distance Learning/
Education (ODL/E) programmes that lead
6 to the award of certificates, diplomas, and
degrees through the Directorate of Distance
7
Education and Open Learning (DDEOL).
8
DDEOL is also engaged in a variety of programmes that include seminars and workshops
9 besides offering academic programmes through distance learning modes as well as through
affiliation of selected colleges.
10
12 Vision
13 To be an institution in which scholarship flourishes
in an environment characterised by world-class
14 infrastructure and collaborative relations and
supported by an accountable, transparent and
15 efficient University governance system.
Mission
16
To contribute to the development and sustenance
18 of the well-being of the people of Zambia and
the world through the provision of flexible,
innovative, entrepreneurial, inclusive programmes
of teaching, learning, research, and service.
Mrs Helen Mwenya Mukumba
Registrar (Principle Officer) The Copperbelt University CBU 3
 About Our

Directorate
Dr Donald Chungu
Director Distance Education

Welcome and thank you for your interest in

Open Distance Education of the Copperbelt
University. We are a dynamic university
community consisting of students from all
parts of Zambia and an increasing number of
international students. As a leading institution
in ODL in Zambia, DDEOL is proud of its
academic excellence and the contributions of
its highly qualified lecturers and researchers
in a quest to provide quality education to all.

If you are looking for quality ODE and want to

discover and create new knowledge that will
help make a difference in your community,
then Copperbelt University is a place where

“ Education is the most powerful weapon

“ you can excel. Our degrees and diplomas are
internationally recognized and are sought
which you can use to change the world.
after in the job market because employers and
Nelson Mandela industry experts know that they can rely on the
quality of Copperbelt University graduates.

Philosophy of the Directorate

The philosophy of DDEOL is that ODE is an

alternative mode of education, and a gateway
for increasing greater access to inclusive and
equitable quality university education.

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 Why CBU/ DDEOL? Tuition and Fees

University
Accreditation

The Copperbelt University is accredited and/or recognized by the

Ministry of Higher Education, Zambia. All programmes are accredited
by the Higher Education Authority, an institution established under the Higher
Education Act No. 4 of 2013, to ensure quality of delivery of services by Higher
Education Institutions (HEIs).

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Master of Business Administration (MBA)

Master of Peace and Conflict Studies

Master of Science (M.Sc.)

All Postgraduate Diploma

Approved Tuition and Fees

Fee Name Zambian Nationals International Students Frequency

Application 150 Kwacha 20 USD One Time

Course 2850 Kwacha 350 USD Per Subject

Prospective CBU/ DDEOL students are guaranteed of:
Registration Included Included Per Term
Receiving quality education that is globally Flexibility with regard to setting their own
competitive. pace for studies.
Digital Library Included Included Per Term
Acquiring worthwhile knowledge that will Establishing networks through mixing with
make you stand out among peers both as an many people from many places. Dissertation 4950 Kwacha 500 USD One Time
employee and as an entrepreneur running
your own business. Paying less than for full time degree, with Graduation To be disclosed To be disclosed One time
payments staggered.
Gaining knowledge that will empower
to make decisions that will enhance Attaining accredited and nationally
your career. recognized qualifications.

Acquiring knowledge that will respond to Having the opportunity to learn without
the changing needs of today’s world. travelling to and from class every day. CONVENIENT AFFORDABLE TRANSPARENT

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 About Directorate
Open Learning
The Directorate of Distance Education and
Open Learning is headed by a Director. The four
departments of the Directorate are:
Business and Management Studies
Education and Social Sciences
Environment and Life Sciences
Engineering.
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Online Learning is the future
Of education
The days of committing to traditional
brick and mortar institutions and attending
scheduled lectures are no more a challenge.
The number of quality programs available
online and the need to balance life
c o m m i t m e n t s with education has made
Online learning the preferred choice.
Benefits of Online Learning
A v a r ie t y o f pro g r a m s a nd c o ur s e s t o 24/7 at your chosen time and place
s e le c t f ro m
Complete your course at your own convenience
Enrol for programs most suitable to your from the comfort of your chosen space.
ambitions and requirements from the options
available online. Overcome the constraints Keep Track of your progress
of time and availability.
All course materials / assignments / grading
is done online making it easy to keep an eye
Saves Time and Money
on your progress.
No need to take a break from your current
commitments and travel for education. All Focussed interaction with world class faculty
the course material is online, thus no extra
Gain knowledge from course material and hours
investment required. Tools like the Astria
of lectures designed to upgrade your skills.
digital library are an added advantage.
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 Our highly qualified Our highly qualified
Featured Lecturers Featured Lecturers

Dr. Shelly Baker Dr. Raj Parikh

Her 13 years of experience as an undergraduate
professor on important Universities as well as 9
years of experience in Management and Business
make Dr. Baker the needed professional on any
online course of quality.
More than 20 years of experience in higher
education and corporate training, as well as a
skilled communicator; Raj has extraordinary
skills to synthesize and deliver complex information
to diverse audiences. He delivers a well-rounded
technology management professional.

Academic and Professional Profile Academic and Professional Profile

Doctorate degree in Business Administration
with specialization in Management.
Advanced graduate in business and management.
Certified in business and management.
13 years of teaching undergraduate and
graduate courses.
9 years of experience in Management with
different enterprises.
Expert in Blackboard, Desire2Learn, WebEx,
Campus Connect, Angel, Canvas
and Moodle.
Expert in Financial Institutions, Personnel
Management and Organizational Behavior,
Managing change, entrepreneurship,
Organizational Development, Legal Implications
in Management, strategic Leadership, Business
Organization and Management,
Effective Managerial communications, Business
statistics, Quantitative Methods, Concept
Paper, Data Collection.
Performed volunteer work in church Youth
Group Leader, Sioux Falls, chamber of
Commerce and Sioux Council Boy Scouts of
America Annual Fundraising.
Webinars in “What Marketers need to know
about new Pinterest business pages” and
“How you should be using Facebook as a
marketing tool for your accounting practice”.
Membership in Chamber of Commerce since
2006.
Expert in business operations, designer and
creator of education courses, provider of
business consulting.
Teaching courses to diverse adult populations.
20+ years of experience with consulting,
business process redesigning, and strategic
planning.
Extensive entrepreneurial and professional
expertise of handling global technology
projects.
Experienced with networking, telephony,
security, telecom, managed hosting, call
center technologies, data center architecture,
business continuity.
Proficient in consulting practice, engagement
management, client delivery, professional
services, project management, pre-sales
engineering, and product design & launch.
20+ years of experience in higher education,
vendor certifications training, and corporate
training.
A skilled communicator; Able to synthesize
and deliver complex information to diverse
audiences.
A well-rounded technology management
professional, driven by the need to solve
business challenges, build strategic all
ances, increase customer satisfaction, and
professional growth.

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 MBA - General MBA - Finance

Program Program

Learn the skills and expertise essential to get a rewarding career, advance your career or to make Any Successful business is fuelled by Finance and its workings. The domain area of Financial nitty
an impact in your existing profile with the 100% Online MBA General. Understand how to gritty is challenging but also rewarding in its own way. Any business be it big or small always requires
approach key business administration concepts including Accounts, Analytics, Communications adept financial professionals to manage their day to day operations. Be it budgeting, generating financial
etc., and gain insights about how to run a business effectively. reports about the health of the company, dealing with government formalities & much more.

Going for a 100% Online MBA General with The Copperbelt University means you can overcome An Online MBA in Finance with The Copperbelt University will give you the needed edge to complete
the challenges of attending fixed lectures on-campus and earn a degree on a flexible schedule to your program at your own pace, keeping up with your current commitments of job and family. You
suit your commitments of work, life and family. can earn the degree while on the job, giving you the extra nudge towards your dream job.

The Way Forward The Way Forward

Your 100% Online MBA General can be a gateway A wide range of possibilities are open to you with
to a successful career opportunities in an array of your Online MBA degree, you can fit in perfectly
fields such as: in the following prospective career choices:

REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS
Chief executive Management Consultant
Aminimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from Aminimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from
Marketing Manager a reputable / recognized institution a reputable / recognized institution Business Consultant

Management consultant Leadership Roles in Business Analytics

Candidates with professional Candidates with professional
Sales Manager qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA qualifications such as ACCA, CIMA Sales
and other related may be considered. and other related may be considered.
General Manager Marketing & Finance

Duration of the course : Minimum 15 months Duration of the course : Minimum 15 months

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 MSc in Project Management MSc in Accounting and Finance

Program Program

Any successful venture be it a major corporation, a start-up, government or private organisation,
consists of many projects. The successful management of these projects are directly connected
to the success or failure of the venture. Learn about the various tools, methodologies and
techniques related to medium & large scale project coordination and management.
The 100% Online MSc in Project Management with The Copperbelt University will prepare you
for a leadership role to plan, oversee and run a project successfully. You will gain an in-depth
knowledge and skills in project planning, control, finance, and management of any project from
start to end. What’s more you can complete the program at your own pace and convenience
provided by the online module.
Understanding of the theoretical and practical issues in accounting and finance is critical for managers
who often have to make rapid and far-reaching decisions about the short-term financial operations and
long-term strategies of organizations. Learn the disciplines related to the functional and management
aspects of accountancy & finance, develop insights of financial irregularities in organizations, and to
highlight the importance of undertaking financial audits.
The 100% Online MSc in Accounting and Finance with The Copperbelt University offers a unique
knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a professional career in accounting, financial services or
related sectors of the economy. Complete the program while on the Job without compromising on your
daily commitments. Access hours of lectures from world class faculty which helps in completing your
assignments effectively.

The Way Forward The Way Forward

The 100% Online MSc in Project Management After completing the 100% Online MSc in
prepares you for numerous opportunities in the Accounting & Finance, You can have careers ad:
modern world, some of them are:

REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS
Applicants should hold a first degree from An undergraduate degree in accounting
Project Manager a recognized university with preferably two and/ or finance field from a recognized Financial Managers

Risk Analyst years practical experience.
Applicants with a post-graduate diploma in
Procurement Head various disciplines with at least two years
practical experience.
Purchase Manager
Holders of professional qualifications such
Project Consultant as EIZ, Surveyors Institute of Zambia (SIZ);
Zambia Institute of Architects ( ZIA); The
Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB); The
Duration of the course : Minimum 15 months Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
(RICS); The Royal Institute of British
14 CBU The Copperbelt University Architects (RIBA) or equivalent.
institution of higher education. Corporate Accountants
Applicants who are holders of ACCA,
CIMA, and ZICA or any other equivalent Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
qualification are eligible to apply but
Compliance Officer
should have work experience of at least
three years in a financial and accounting Financial Advisor
department of any organization.
Duration of the course : Minimum 15 months
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 Msc in Peace and Conflict studies Msc in Peace and Conflict studies

Program Electives

Conflict is a part of the reality of our organisation, community & our daily life. Understanding the Environment, Sustainable Human Rights, Governance
multifold and inter-related causes of violence and conflict, and creating the conditions for moving Development and Peace and Peace Building
out of authoritarianism into a culture of peace and democracy, remains a major challenge in the
world today, more particularly in Africa. The Dag Hammarskjöld Institute for Peace and Conflict The elective gives you an insight how the Human rights are the basic and fundamental rights
Studies (DHIPS) at the Copperbelt University is the Copperbelt University is the forbearer of the Indigenous flora and fauna is important and every human being is entitled to, the success
Dag Hammarskjöld Chair of Peace, Human Rights and Conflict Management established on 11 how direct and indirect harm to the environment and peace of a community and a county requires
November 2002 but officially launched on 26th February 2003. The initiative was in memory of displaces people and creates conflict. Learn that these are upheld and not compromised.
Dag Hammarkjold, the Second Secretary-General of the United Nations who was killed in 1961 how consistent sustainable development is essential Therefore, it is imperative that peace and conflict
in resolution and maintenance of peace in an studies students have increased awareness of
in an aircraft crash in the vicinity of the City of Ndola, the Provincial Capital of the Copperbelt
economy. Understand topics like Urbanization, the concepts and issues about human rights,
Province. He was on a United Nations Mission to bring about a peaceful resolution to the conflict Environment Risk assessment and more to upgrade and how these are operationalized in the
in the Congo, later to become the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). your knowledge and skills. Zambian context.
The added benefit of the 100% Online Modules This 100% Online Program looks at the Learn about the UN, African Charter on Human
gives you the flexibility to Interact with your peers comparative advantages of culture, gender and People’s Rights, justice and human rights
, participate in discussion and get guidance from and indigenous knowledge & focuses on the protection and promotion in Zambia to get a
a world class faculty at your convenient time and way in which humans have altered the world deeper insight on conflict analysis and identify
place. around them and are being affected by their analytical tools and frameworks with the 100%
interactions with the natural world. Online Human Rights, Governance and Peace
The programme is intended for those who are Building Program.
a l r e a d y involved in conflict management but need
further capacity building and those who choose a Human Security and Development Diplomacy and Strategic Studies
career in conflict management and peace building.
Understand about human security and the important Study the concepts and theories of Diplomacy
T h e p r o g r a m m e o ff e r s f i v e ( 5 ) s p e c i a l i s a t i o n s role it plays to development. The 100% Online and international relations and their correlation
under Masters in Peace and Conflict Studies. Program emphasises on human security as an with peace and conflict negotiation. Learn how
emerging paradigm for understanding global to focus on regional issues and understand how
The Way Forward
vulnerabilities thus challenging the traditional these issues impact international affairs. Learn
notion of national security which focuses on about global challenges like Nuclear Crisis,
An Online MSc in Peace and Conflict studies with defence or military threats. Wars, Refugee crisis and more with the100%
The Copperbelt University can open opportunities online Diplomacy and Strategic Studies Program.
29 July 1905 – 18 September 1961) was a Swedish economist Learn how the increasing levels of global
for you in the following domain areas: and diplomat who ser ved as the second Secretar y- General of the
interdependence gives rise to the growing consensus Learn how to Interpret current and multifaceted
United Nations. Hammarskjöld is the youngest person to have
held the post, at an age of 47 years upon his appointment. H is that today’s security threats go beyond the processes associated with regional integration
second term was cut shor t when he died in the crash of his DC-6
airplane. He is one of only four people to be awarded a posthumous
traditional understanding of defence threats to within a globalized world, and their political,
Communication Specialist Nobel Prize. include poverty, economic inequality, diseases, economic and social impact on regional and
human rights abuses, environmental pollution international peace and security.
Press Officer REQUIREMENTS and natural disasters.
Policy Officer Applicant should hold a good first degree
in Peace and Conflict Studies from a Defence and Security Management
Legal Advocate recognized institution and with at least
2 years of practical (work) experience. The 100% Online Defence and Security defence or military threats.
Research Specialist Management program discusses security and Learn how today’s security threats go beyond
Applicant holding first degree in areas its importance in the development of a country. the traditional understanding of defence threats
Professor other than those covered in (a) above, How much emphasis is placed on human security as to include poverty, economic inequality, diseases,
would also be considered. These shall have an emerging paradigm for understanding global human rights abuses, environmental pollution
at least 3 years of practical experience. vulnerabilities thus challenging the traditional and natural disasters.
Duration of the course : Minimum 15 months notion of national security which focuses on
Exceptions to (a) and (b) above would be
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 Postgraduate Diploma in Education Leadership
and Teaching Methodology
Program

Develop competencies essential to teaching and learning; curriculum development, learning theories,
evaluation frameworks, and assessment tools. Acquire skills and knowledge to succeed in the field of
education like developing teaching plans, creating content, and task analysis.
The 100% Online Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching Methodology from The Copperbelt University
is designed for individuals aspiring to lead in the field of education and teaching. The programme
covers how Reflective learning, guided reading, and interactive approaches will promote greater
autonomy and accountability, which in turn will lead to positive learning experiences while meeting
the needs of adult learners. You can learn all this and more 100% Online at your own pace, giving you ample
flexibility and convenience to complete the program while on the job.

DDEOL Astria Learning

Directors Office Head Office

The Way Forward P.O Box 21692, Jambo Drive, 5701 E. Hillsborough ave suite
Kitwe, Zambia 2453 Tampa, FL 33610
This program is specially designed to open +26 021 229 0885 +18136942100
opportunities in the following avenues:
admissions@ecampus.cbu.ac.zm flex@ecampus.cbu.ac.zm
ecampus.cbu.ac.zm astrialearning.com
REQUIREMENTS Teaching in schools

A candidate applying for admission into School Administrators

this programme is required to have a
School Managers
minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree from
any recognised university or institution Lecturers and tutors
of higher learning.
Academic Coordinators

Duration of the course : Minimum 9 months

You can apply Online
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