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More than 350 students from BTI College's Class of 2024 received their certificates and diplomas in a colourful ceremony held at the Kiserian campus. Graduates spanned programmes in ICT, Business, Health, and Islamic Finance.

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The Principal congratulated the class for completing their studies with discipline and professionalism, and thanked lecturers and parents who supported them through the year.

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Several students were recognised for academic excellence, leadership, and community service. The college also welcomed employers and partners who attended to meet new graduates.

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Applications for the next intake are now open through the BTI student portal.

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The National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) has renewed BTI College's accreditation following a comprehensive audit of facilities, teaching quality, and assessment processes.

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The renewal confirms continued compliance with Kenya's TVET quality standards across technical programmes including ICT, electrical, and related short courses.

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Students can continue to enrol with confidence that their qualifications remain recognised by industry and examining bodies.

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BTI College is now accepting applications for the next intake of the Certificate in Web Development programme. The NITA-accredited course covers HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, and Node.js.

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Classes combine practical lab work with project-based assessment so students leave with a portfolio they can show employers.

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Apply through the student portal or visit the Kiserian campus admissions office.

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Over 80 SACCO and microfinance professionals attended BTI Consultancy's two-day Islamic Finance Masterclass. Experts from key financial institutions shared insights on Sharia-compliant banking products.

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The workshop covered product design, governance, and practical implementation for Kenyan SACCOs looking to expand ethical finance offerings.

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The BTI Virtual Institute has launched expanded online programmes targeting East African diaspora communities in the UK, Canada, UAE, Sweden, and Germany.

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All courses are accessible via the eLearning portal, with live sessions scheduled to suit students living abroad.

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BTI College CPA students recorded a 78% pass rate in the November 2024 KASNEB examinations, exceeding the national average.

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The result is attributed to targeted revision sessions and exam coaching by experienced faculty in the Business School.

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Construction has commenced on a new multi-purpose skills lab and student recreation area at the Kiserian campus.

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The facility will serve automotive, electrical, and ICT programmes, and provide students with a dedicated common space between classes.

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BTI College invites prospective students and their parents to Open Day at the Kiserian campus. The event includes programme showcases, campus tours, and on-the-spot application processing.

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Admissions staff will be available to explain entry requirements, fees, and intake dates for diploma, certificate, and short courses.

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BTI staff can now write and publish news from the content desk. Cover photos and inline images are uploaded to the Contabo server and served from /uploads.

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