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General News

KRA Puts measures to fight against corruption, improves revenue collection

The Kenya Revenue Authority, KRA, has put a raft of measures to fight against corruption. The measures saw the tax man to record an enhanced revenue collection from Kshs. 1.365 trillion in the 2016-2017 financial year to Kshs. 1.435 Trillion in the 2017-2018 financial year. This is one of the many successes that KRA has recorded this year. Increased compliance by Taxpayers , Improved service Delivery  and Reduced face-to-face contact between KRA staff and taxpayers are other successes that the Tax Man takes pride in.

To fight corruption, KRA has embraced Information and Communication Technology,  ICT ,and other innovations to fight corruption. These innovations are: Integrated Customs Management System (iCMS); Automation of registration, filing and payment of taxes through the iTax Platform; Regional Electronic Cargo Tracking System (RECTS); Installation of command center’s in Mombasa and Nairobi (iScan); Installation of smart gates at the port of Mombasa; Customer Relationship Management System to enhance customer experience and service delivery (iCare) and activation of Gap Analysis on iTax to detect mismatch of invoices.

 

KRA Portal

Kenya School of Revenue Administration (KESRA) training opportunities, requirements and how to apply at https://www.kesra.ac.ke/

Kenya School of Revenue Administration (KESRA) is the Kenya Revenue Authority’s premier training school specializing in Tax and Customs Administration, Fiscal Policy and Management. The School is one of the only four World Customs Organization (WCO) accredited Regional Training Centres (RTCs) in Africa.

KESRA Academic Programmes

Certificate in Tax Administration

Requirements

Overview

This foundation course is designed to inculcate basic skills and knowledge required for entry into the Tax profession. Graduates of the KESRA Certificate in Tax Administration will have the requisite competencies to handle basic taxation for individuals and business enterprises

Duration

 1 Year

Mode of Study

 Day/Evening/Weekend/e-campus
Requirements
KCSE Certificate with a minimum aggregate of C- (Minus) with D+ in Mathematics and English

 

To apply:

  • Download the Application form by clicking on the Apply button.
  • Fill and submit the application form at Times Tower 8th Floor or KESRA Centre Westlands.

Certificate in Customs Administration

Requirements

Overview

The clearing and forwarding sector plays a critical role in facilitating international trade and logistics, and is therefore an agent of economic development. In the East Africa Region, the sector plays an even more strategic role in the regional integration processes by providing essential services such as Customs clearance, warehousing and transportation. The course is designed to equip learners with the necessary technical skills and professional ethics to responsibly discharge their duties and responsibilities as Freight Forwarding Practitioners. It is critical in ensuring students understand managing transportation documentation, compliance with customs processes and regulations. The EACFFPC Certification is recognized in the East African region by all tax authorities.

Duration

 1 Year

 

Mode of Study

 Day & Evening
Eligibility
KCSE Certificate with a minimum aggregate of C

To apply:

  • Download the Application form by clicking on the Apply button.
  • Fill and submit the application form at Times Tower 8th Floor or KESRA Centre Westlands.

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Diploma Programmes

Diploma in Tax Administration

Requirements

Overview

The dynamic and increasingly complex fiscal environment requires robust technical skills, knowledge and attitude in tax administration to manage emerging business, financial and economic environment. The KESRA Diploma in Tax Administration is designed to produce well-rounded graduates with the requisite capacity to effectively work in a Tax Administration, tax consultancy firms and audit firms the not-for-profit organizations, corporations and international responsibilities.

Duration

 2 Years

 

Mode of Study

 Day/Evening/Weekend/e-learning
Eligibility
KCSE Certificate with a minimum aggregate of C (Plain) with C- in Mathematics and English

To apply:

  • Download the Application form by clicking on the Apply button.
  • Fill and submit the application form at Times Tower 8th Floor or KESRA Centre Westlands.

Diploma in Customs Administration

Overview

Requirements

This foundation course is designed to equip learners with basic skills, knowledge and attitude in Customs and its processes. Graduates of the KESRA Certificate in Customs Administration will gain knowledge about global operations of Customs and the requisite competencies to handle Customs Clearance and Freight Operations.

Duration

 1 Year

 

Mode of Study

 Day/Evening/Weekend/e-campus
Eligibility
KCSE Certificate with a minimum aggregate of C (Plain) with C- in Mathematics and English.

To apply:

  • Download the Application form by clicking on the Apply button.
  • Fill and submit the application form at Times Tower 8th Floor or KESRA Centre Westlands.

Diploma in Maritime Transport Logistics

Requirements

Overview

The Diploma Programme in Maritime Transport Logistics prepares students to build knowledge and skills in the Maritime Industry.

Duration

 2 Years

 

Mode of Study

 Day/Evening/Weekend/e-learning
Eligibility
Certificate in Maritime Transport Logistics or • Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) with an average grade of C- (Minus) • Equivalent qualifications as determined by Kenya National Examination Council (KNEC) and Kenya Maritime Authority (KMA)

To apply:

  • Download the Application form by clicking on the Apply button.
  • Fill and submit the application form at Times Tower 8th Floor or KESRA Centre Westlands.

Postgraduate Programmes

Postgraduate Diploma in Tax Administration

Requirements

Overview

The Postgraduate Diploma in Tax Administration programme seeks to equip participants with skills, techniques and understanding required in the administration of Domestic Taxes in the private and public sectors of the economy. This programme will transform graduates in the disciplines of economics, business administration, finance, engineering, accounting, mathematics and law to tax administration professionals capable of working efficiently and effectively in a functionally-integrated tax authority as well as offer tax consultancy services to the public.

Duration

 1 Year

 

Mode of Study

 Day/Evening/Weekend/e-learning
Eligibility
A holder of a Bachelor’s Degree (with at least 2nd class Honors, Lower division) in any discipline from a University or Institution recognized by the commission for University Education (CUE).

To apply:

  • Download the Application form by clicking on the Apply button.
  • Fill and submit the application form at Times Tower 8th Floor or KESRA Centre Westlands.

Postgraduate Diploma in Customs Administration

Overview

Overview

The Postgraduate Diploma in Customs Administration programme seeks to equip participants with skills, techniques and understanding required in Customs administration in the private and public sectors of the economy. It aims at supporting the integration and economic development of East African Community.

Duration

 1 Year

 

Mode of Study

 Day/Evening/Weekend/e-learning
Eligibility
A holder of a Bachelor’s Degree (with at least 2nd class Honors, Lower division) in any discipline from a University or Institution recognized by the commission for University Education (CUE).

To apply:

  • Download the Application form by clicking on the Apply button.
  • Fill and submit the application form at Times Tower 8th Floor or KESRA Centre Westlands.

Masters Programmes

Master’s in Tax Administration (with specialization in Tax or Customs)

Requirements

Overview

This programme is an innovative and specialist graduate programme designed to impart advanced knowledge of major technical, conceptual and research issues in the areas of tax and customs administration and provide training in the practical and procedural aspects.

Duration

 2 Years

 

Mode of Study

 Evening/Weekend
Eligibility