{"id":7465,"date":"2026-01-07T06:46:41","date_gmt":"2026-01-07T06:46:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mua.ac.ke\/new_mua\/?page_id=7465"},"modified":"2026-07-24T10:52:01","modified_gmt":"2026-07-24T10:52:01","slug":"directorate-odel","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mua.ac.ke\/?page_id=7465","title":{"rendered":"ODeL"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Flexible Digital Learning for the Modern Learner\n\n\n\n<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Expanding access to quality, accredited, and technology-enabled university education.\n<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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About the Directorate<\/b><\/p>

The Directorate of Open, Distance and e-Learning (ODeL) is responsible for coordinating, regulating, and continuously improving online and blended learning at the Management University of Africa. The Directorate ensures compliance with Commission for University Education (CUE) standards and alignment with institutional quality assurance and global best practices.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Mandate and Core Functions<\/b><\/p>

  • Development, review, and implementation of ODeL policies, standards, and SOPs<\/span><\/li>
  • Coordination of accreditation and regulatory compliance for ODeL programmes<\/span><\/li>
  • Oversight and administration of the Learning Management System (LMS)<\/span><\/li>
  • Quality assurance of online teaching, learning, and assessment<\/span><\/li>
  • Capacity building for faculty in digital pedagogy<\/span><\/li>
  • Provision of academic, technical, and administrative support to ODeL students<\/span><\/li>
  • Monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on ODeL performance<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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    ODeL Learning Model<\/b><\/p>

    MUA\u2019s ODeL programmes are delivered through blended mode integrating online continuous assessment, online examinations, and structured residential sessions in compliance with CUE guidelines.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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    Quality Assurance and Compliance<\/b><\/p>

    All ODeL programmes comply with:<\/span><\/p>

    • CUE ODeL Standards<\/span><\/li>
    • MUA Quality Assurance Manual<\/span><\/li>
    • ISO-aligned academic and administrative processes<\/span><\/li>
    • Continuous internal monitoring and benchmarking<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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      Why Choose ODEL?<\/b><\/p>

      • Flexible learning options<\/span><\/li>
      • Accessible education for all<\/span><\/li>
      • Innovative digital platforms<\/span><\/li>
      • Lifelong learning opportunities<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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        ODeL VISION AND MISSION<\/b><\/p>

        Vision<\/b><\/p>

        The vision of ODeL is \u201ca program that provides cost effective, flexible learning that contributes to innovative leadership and management solutions to industries and communities worldwide.\u201d<\/span><\/p>

        Mission<\/b><\/p>

        The mission of ODeL is \u201cproviding quality education through flexible and affordable distance learning education for transformational leadership and excellence in management.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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        Programs Offered<\/b><\/p>

        • Undergraduate and postgraduate courses<\/span><\/li>
        • Professional certifications<\/span><\/li>
        • Short courses and skill development programs<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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          ODeL GOVERNANCE & BOARD STRUCTURE\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>

          The Directorate of Open, Distance and e-Learning operates within a defined governance framework to ensure academic integrity, accountability, and regulatory compliance.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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          ODeL Board \/ Committee<\/b><\/p>

          The ODeL Board provides strategic oversight, policy guidance, and quality assurance for all ODeL programmes. The Board is responsible for:<\/span><\/p>

          • Oversight of ODeL policy implementation<\/span><\/li>
          • Review of programme quality and delivery standards<\/span><\/li>
          • Monitoring compliance with CUE and University regulations<\/span><\/li>
          • Advising Management on strategic ODeL initiatives<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

            The Board comprises representatives from academic schools, quality assurance, ICT, examinations, library services, faculty representation and University Management, and reports through approved University governance structures.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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            STUDENT SUPPORT & KEY SYSTEMS (Additional Section \u2013 Benchmarking Best Practice)<\/b><\/p>

            The Directorate works collaboratively with key University departments to ensure seamless academic, administrative, and student support services.<\/span><\/p>

            Key Systems and Departments<\/b><\/p>

            Departments\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

            1. Admissions Office \u2013 Applications and onboarding<\/span><\/li>
            2. Registrar (Academic Affairs) \u2013 Registration and academic records<\/span><\/li>
            3. Library Services \u2013 Digital resources and research support<\/span><\/li>
            4. Examinations Department \u2013 Assessments and examinations<\/span><\/li>
            5. Finance Department \u2013 Fees and payments<\/span><\/li>
            6. ICT Department \u2013 Technical support<\/span><\/li>
            7. Quality Assurance Directorate \u2013 Academic standards<\/span><\/li>
            8. Marketing & Corporate Communications \u2013 Student engagement<\/span><\/li>
            9. Research Directorate \u2013 Research support<\/span><\/li>
            10. Dean of Students Office \u2013 Student welfare<\/span><\/li>
            11. Executive Capacity Development Programme (ECDP) \u2013 Short courses and capacity building\u00a0<\/span><\/li>
            12. Corporate Affairs Office \u2013 Institutional communication<\/span><\/li>
            13. Office of the DVC (Academic & Research Affairs) \u2013 Academic oversight<\/span><\/li>
            14. Office of the Vice-Chancellor \u2013 Strategic leadership<\/span><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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              Systems\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

              1. Learning Management System (LMS) \u2013 Teaching, learning, assessments<\/span><\/li>
              2. Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) \u2013 Registration, fees, records<\/span><\/li>
              3. Examination platform- Online examinations administration<\/span><\/li>
              4. Admissions platform- Online admissions<\/span><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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                GUIDES & DIGITAL NAVIGATION SUPPORT\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

                To enhance independent learning and reduce system-related challenges, the Directorate provides guides on:<\/span><\/p>

                1. How to apply to the University\u00a0<\/span><\/li>
                2. How to pay fees\u00a0<\/span><\/li>
                3. How to use the LMS?<\/span><\/li>
                4. How to navigate the ERP?<\/span><\/li>
                5. How to access Library e-resources?<\/span><\/li>
                6. How to sit for online examinations<\/span><\/li>
                7. How to Access Student Support Services?<\/span><\/li><\/ol>

                  Guides are provided in both video and downloadable formats <\/span>(To be provided by ICT)<\/i><\/b><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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                  WELCOME MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR, ODeL\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

                  Welcome to the Open, Distance and e-Learning programmes at the Management University of Africa.<\/span>
                  <\/span>The Directorate of ODeL is committed to delivering flexible, inclusive, and quality learning experiences supported by innovative digital technologies and dedicated academic teams. We look forward to supporting you throughout your academic journey.<\/span><\/p>

                  Director, Open, Distance and e-Learning<\/b><\/p>

                  Management University of Africa<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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                  INCLUSION & ACCESSIBILITY\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

                  The Directorate provides reasonable accommodation for Persons Living with Disabilities (PLWD) in line with University policy and national guidelines.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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                  MEET THE ODeL TEAM<\/b><\/p>

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