KIM: TVETA revocation to affect diploma and certificate courses only

The Kenya Institute of Management (KIM)/HANDOUT

The Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) has clarified that a recent regulatory notice involving the Technical and Vocational Education and Training Authority (TVETA) affects only its diploma and certificate programmes, and does not impact its broader professional services.

In a statement dated April 21, 2026, KIM said the discussions with the regulator are “exclusively limited” to its TVET-accredited academic courses, seeking to reassure members, partners and the public about the status of its operations.

The institute stated that its core functions, including professional membership services, certification programmes and corporate training, remain unaffected.

“It is important to clarify that the current discussions with TVETA are exclusively limited to our Diploma and Certificate courses,” the statement read.

KIM said its membership structure, including various professional grades and benefits, continues to operate without interruption.

It also noted that its advanced professional certification programmes remain valid and active despite the ongoing regulatory engagement.

The organisation further said its corporate training and consultancy services are continuing as scheduled, while its flagship Company of the Year Awards (COYA) initiative will proceed as planned.

“The Kenya Institute of Management (KIM) is more than just a college, it is a premiere membership-based professional organisation dedicated to fostering excellence and integrity in management practices,” the statement said.

KIM described the matter under review as an administrative issue limited to TVET-regulated academic programmes, adding that efforts are underway to address the situation.

“The Administrative issue currently being addressed is specific only to the TVET-regulated academic programs. Our leadership is working diligently to resolve this particular segment of our operations to ensure all our students are protected,” the statement read.

The institute emphasised that it remains committed to its mandate of promoting professional standards in management, noting its long-standing role in the sector.

“KIM remains a reliable professional body, and our commitment to professionalising management in Africa, which we have been doing for the last 72 years, remains stronger than ever,” it said.

The clarification follows recent public communication related to the TVETA notice, which had raised concerns among stakeholders about the scope of its impact.

KIM urged its members, corporate partners and the wider professional community to take note of the distinction, maintaining that its primary professional and training functions continue to operate as usual.