How to Apply for ABU Institute of Administration Diploma Admission

The Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Institute of Administration has opened the door for fresh minds eager to advance their education with diploma programmes for the 2024/2025 academic session.

If you dream of obtaining a diploma in business, finance, law, or public administration, now is the time to apply.

This opportunity provides various courses that offer in-depth skills and knowledge essential for future careers.

Make sure to read through the admission details to understand each course’s requirements and choose the best fit for you.

Available Diploma Course, Requirements and Duration

Diploma Courses and Entry Requirements

1. Diploma in Accounting

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Any other 2 credits
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

2. Diploma in Procurement and Supply Chain Management

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Any other 2 credits
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

3. Diploma in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Management

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Any other 2 credits
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

4. Diploma in Business Risk Management

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Any other 2 credits
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

5. Diploma in Banking and Finance

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Any other 2 credits
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

6. Diploma in Islamic Banking and Finance

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Any other 2 credits
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

7. Diploma in Insurance

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Any other 3 credits
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

8. Diploma in Business Management

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Any other 2 credits
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

9. Diploma in Marketing

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Any other 3 credits
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

10. Diploma in Civil Law

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Any other 4 credits
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

11. Diploma in Sharia and Civil Law

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Islamic Studies or Arabic
  • Any other 3 credits
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

12. Diploma in Local Government

• Entry Requirements:
  • Minimum of a Pass in English Language with 5 credits, or
  • 4 credits including English Language
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

13. Diploma in Public Finance

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Economics/Commerce/Financial Accounting
  • Any other 2 credits
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

14. Diploma in Development Studies

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Any other 2 credits
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

15. Diploma in Cooperative and Rural Development

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Any other 3 credits
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

16. Diploma in Public Administration

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Government/History/Civic Education
  • Any other 2 credits
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

17. Diploma in Personnel and Industrial Administration

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Government/History/Civic Education
  • Any other 1 credit
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

18. Diploma in Office System Administration and Management

• Entry Requirements: 5 Credits in SSCE/GCE ‘O’ level, including:
  • English Language
  • Mathematics
  • Economics
  • Government/History/Civic Education
  • Any other 1 credit
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

Advanced Diploma Courses and Entry Requirements

1. Advanced Diploma (I) in Public Administration

• Entry Requirements:
  • Diploma in Public Administration, Local Government, Personnel Management, Human Resources Management, Social Welfare Administration, or Secretarial Studies with a minimum of MERIT grade.
  • Nursing/Midwifery/Community Health Officers with 5 years of working experience in Public Service.
  • Diploma in Public Administration/Local Government from Institute of Administration, A.B.U. Zaria with PASS grade and 3 years of working experience.
  • All candidates must possess 5 Credits in ‘O’ level, including English Language.
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

2. Advanced Diploma (II) in Public Administration

• Entry Requirements:
  • Higher National Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Public Administration, Local Government, Personnel Management, or Social Welfare Administration with a minimum of LOWER/MERIT grade.
  • Holder of Advanced Diploma in Public Administration from Institute of Administration, A.B.U. Zaria with PASS grade.
  • All candidates must possess 5 Credits in ‘O’ level, including English Language.
• Duration: 1 year (Full Time)

Higher Diploma in Local Government Courses

1. Higher Diploma (I) in Local Government

• Entry Requirements:
  • Diploma in Public Administration, Local Government, or related fields with a minimum of MERIT grade.
  • NCE with 3 years of working experience in Local Government service.
  • Diploma in Public Administration/Local Government from Institute of Administration, A.B.U. Zaria with PASS grade and 5 years of working experience.
  • Must possess 4 Credits in ‘O’ level, including English Language, or 5 credits including PASS in English Language.
• Duration: 2 years (Full Time)

2. Higher Diploma (II) in Local Government

• Entry Requirements:
  • Higher Diploma in Public Administration, Local Government, Personnel Management, or Social Welfare Administration with a minimum of MERIT/PASS grade.
  • Holder of Higher Diploma in Local Government from Institute of Administration, A.B.U. Zaria with PASS grade.
  • Must possess 4 Credits in ‘O’ level, including English Language, or 5 credits including PASS in English Language.
• Duration: 1 year (Full Time)

How to Apply for ABU Institute of Administration Diploma Admission

To apply for the ABU Institute of Administration Diploma Admission, follow these steps.

• Application Fee: A fee of N2,500 is required.
• Step 1: Generate a transaction ID through the ABU Application Portal.
• Step 2: Proceed to the bank with the transaction ID to make the payment.
• Step 3: After payment, return to the portal to complete and submit the application form.

Important Dates: Applications close on 31st December 2024.

For further information, visit ABU Advertisement for Diploma Programmes.

Take this opportunity to join the ABU Institute of Administration and gain skills that can lead to a successful career.