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The list of Kenya School of Government courses to apply for in 2026

TUKO Wire source Tuesday, July 14, 2026

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The Kenya School of Government (KSG) is a premier state learning institution established under the KSG Act of 2012. It provides essential training, consultancy, and research services to enhance public service competence and national development. Through its diverse programs, the school equips professionals with the expertise to drive innovation and integrity within the Kenyan public and private sectors.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

- Key takeaways

- Kenya School of Government courses and qualifications

- 1. Executive Leadership programmes

- 2. Senior Management Course

- 3. Communication Management Programmes

- 4. Customer Service Excellence Programs

- 5. Supervisory Management Programs

- 6. Human Resource and Performance Management Programs

- 7. Finance and Procurement Management Programs

- 8. Project Management and Environmental Programs

- 9. e-Learning and Information Technology Institute & ICT Programs

- 10. Institute for Gender and Social Development

- 11. Security Management Institute Programs

- 12. Institute for Public Service Governance, Ethics and Integrity

- 13. Institute for Devolution Studies

- Kenya School of Government requirements for courses in 2026

- Kenya School of Government courses and fees

- Kenya School of Government contacts

- What courses does Kenya School of Government offer?

- How can you join Kenya School of Government?

- Which course is marketable in Kenya right now?

- Which courses does KIM offer?

Key takeaways

- KSG offers programs in leadership, financial management, ICT, and governance for public- and private-sector professionals.

- You can access the official KSG Kabete training calendar 2026 online to view course dates, fees, and requirements.

- The KSG course application process is streamlined, requiring an application form, proof of qualification, and relevant workplace documentation.

- Programs are delivered across multiple campuses, including Lower Kabete, Mombasa, Matuga, Baringo, and Embu.

Kenya School of Government courses and qualifications

The institution has continued to expand its programmes to meet the changing needs of Kenya's public and private sectors. According to the latest Kenya School of Government training calendar for 2026, the courses are organised into several major categories, making it easier for applicants to identify programmes that align with their career goals. Below are the Kenya School of Government courses for the 2026/2027 year.

1. Executive Leadership programmes

- Leadership Program for National Transformation

- Accounting Officers Program

- Accounting Officers Program for County Governments

- Leadership Program for Heads of Universities

- Transformative Leadership

- Enterprise Risk Management in the Public Sector

- Strategic Leadership Development Program

- Strategic Leadership Development Program – Online

- Corporate Governance

- Corporate Governance for Public Sector Boards

- Business Process Reengineering

- Strategic Planning and Management

- Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda

2. Senior Management Course

- Management of Student Affairs in Universities and Tertiary Institutions

- Public Policy Formulation and Implementation

- Management of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises

- Negotiation Skills and Contract Management Course

- Young Leaders Development Program

- Training of Trainers

- Training of Trainers (Online)

- Essentials of Counselling in the Public Service

- Innovation and Creativity in the Public Service

- Digital Skills Development

- Prevention of Alcohol, Drug and Substance Abuse

3. Communication Management Programmes

- Conduct of Meetings and Minute Writing

- Report Writing Course

- Government Protocol, Etiquette and Events Management

- Strategic Communication in Government

- Public Relations & Customer Care

- Public Relations & Customer Care (Online)

- Public Speaking and Presentation Skills

- Communication Skills for Public Service Officers

- Customer Care Course

4. Customer Service Excellence Programs

(In Collaboration with Huduma Kenya Secretariat)

- Customer Service Excellence Program for Executives

- Customer Service Excellence Program for Senior Managers

- Customer Service Excellence Program for Frontline Officers

- Customer Service Excellence Program for Quality Standard Assessors

- Customer Service Excellence Program for Technical Officers

5. Supervisory Management Programs

- Supervisory Skills Development Course

- Supervisory Skills Development Course (Online)

- Management Skills Course (Formerly Supervisory Management Skills Course)

- Management Course for Office Administrators (Formerly Secretarial Management Training)

- Office Administrative Skills Course

- Executive Office Administrators Course

- Hospitality Skills Development Course

- Records Management Course

- Proficiency Course for Clerical Officers

- Retirement Planning Program

6. Human Resource and Performance Management Programs

- Productivity Improvement and Measurement

- Job Evaluation in the Public Service

- Collective Bargaining in the Public Service

- Performance Management Systems

7. Finance and Procurement Management Programs

- Finance for Non-Finance Managers

- Cash and Treasury Management Training

- Fraud Detection Investigation and Prevention

- Asset Management Course

- Financial Accounting, Reporting and Analysis

- International Public Sector Accounting Standards

- Financial Reporting Under IPSAS Accrual

- Public Sector Finance Management

- Public Finance Management Course

- Financial Management for Small Scale Business Owners

- Public Procurement & Contract Management

8. Project Management and Environmental Programs

- Social Risk Management in Development

- Climate Change Policy, Planning and Budgeting

- Research Proposal Writing

- Project Proposal Development

- Project Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

- Project Development & Management

- Project Planning and Management

- Results-Based Monitoring & Evaluation

- Data Analysis Skills Development

9. e-Learning and Information Technology Institute & ICT Programs

- Essential Computer Skills Course

- Data Processing and Analytics

- Data Protection Program

- Data Protection Program Online

- Facilitation of Online Programs

- Designing and Developing e-Learning Programs (Face to Face)

- Advanced Excel for Data Modelling

- Cyber Security

- Digital Skills Development

- Information Security Management System

- Information System Security

- Data Governance and Integration

- Foundations of Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence

- Applications of Digital Technologies and Artificial Intelligence in Public Service

- Managing Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence in Public Service

- Transformational Leadership for Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence

- Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence for the Human Resource Practitioner

- Electronic Records Management

- Knowledge Management

- Financial Management for Government & World Bank Funded Devolved Projects

- Financial Management for Project Accountants Implementing Government and World Bank Funded Projects

- Advanced Financial Management for Project Accountants Implementing Government and World Bank Funded Projects

- Electronic Government Procurement Extensive Program

- Electronic Government Procurement for Suppliers

- Electronic Government Procurement for Financial Institutions

- Electronic Government Procurement: Administration and Planning

- Electronic Government Procurement for Budget/Finance Officers

- Integrated Financial Management Information System for AIE Holders

- Integrated Financial Management Information System Hyperion Planning & Budgeting

- Integrated Financial Management Information System for Accountants

- Integrated Financial Management Information System for Procurement Officers

- Integrated Financial Management Information System for Auditors

- Integrated Financial Management Information System for ICT Officers

10. Institute for Gender and Social Development

- Leadership Program for County Social Transformation

- Sustainable Approaches to Eradication of Female Gen...ital Mutilation

- Gender Mainstreaming in Development

- Women in Political Leadership Course

- Executive Women Leadership Program

- Wellness and Self-Care Program

- Gender Based Violence

- Transformative Leadership for County Women Executives

- Child-Responsive Budgeting

- Management of Child Protection Services

11. Security Management Institute Programs

- Prevention and Control of Violent Extremism Course for Senior Officers

- Prevention and Control of Violent Extremism Course for Middle Level Officers

- Critical Infrastructure and VIP Protection

- Conflict Management and Peace Building

- Kenya Coordinated Border Management Program

- Border Security and Control Program

- Disaster Management Course

- Crisis Management and Emergency Preparedness

- Alternative Dispute Resolution and Restoration Program

- Leadership Course for Chiefs and Assistant Chiefs

- Gender and Counter Terrorism Program

- Refugee Management Program

12. Institute for Public Service Governance, Ethics and Integrity

- Public Service Values and Ethics Program for Senior Officers

- Public Service Values and Ethics for Managerial Officers

- Ethics, Values and Integrity Development Program for Technical Officers

- Public Service Governance, Ethics and Integrity Transformation Program

- Coaching and Mentoring Program

13. Institute for Devolution Studies

- Management of Assembly Committee Affairs

- Audit and Oversight Course

- County Human Resource Advisory Committee

- Human Resource Planning for County Governments

- Enhancement of County Own-Source Revenue

- Program Based Budgeting

- Productivity Measurement & Improvement Course

- Municipal Finance, Investment & PPPs for Counties

- Governance & Management of Urban Areas & Cities

- Local Economic Development Strategy & Project Formulation

- Infrastructure Asset Management for County Governments

- Cooperative Enterprise Governance & Management

- Corporate Governance for Water Sector Boards

- County Climate Change Funding Mechanism

- Disaster Risk Management

- Management Basics for Effective Health

- Supervisory Skills for Effective Health Facility In-Charges

- County Enforcement and Compliance Program

- Development Control Program

Kenya School of Government requirements for courses in 2026

The qualifications required depend on the specific programme. Most short courses target professionals already working in government, county administrations, state corporations, NGOs, and private organisations.

Generally, applicants may need:

- A KCSE certificate or equivalent qualification.

- Relevant academic certificates or diplomas.

- Professional qualifications where applicable.

- Work experience for executive and leadership programmes.

- Employer nomination for some public-service courses.

Admission into programmes is subject to meeting the stated course prerequisites.

Kenya School of Government courses and fees

To get accurate fee information, check the specific training calendar for your preferred course and campus. Each campus, including the KSG Kabete training calendar for 2026, Mombasa, and Embu, has its own schedule and fee details.

The fees are usually divided into two categories: residential and non-residential. Residential fees include accommodation, meals, tuition, and conference services. Non-residential fees cover tuition and conference services only.

For the latest fee details, apply through the official Kenya School of Government portal to generate a pro forma invoice. You can also contact the admissions office at your preferred campus for the exact charges for your selected program.

Kenya School of Government contacts

This learning centre has campuses across Kenya, and one can apply for any course they desire. Their decentralisation policy is quite impressive, considering they are less than ten years old.

KSG Lower Kabete