Background

The Institute of Continuing Education (ICE), formerly known as the Continuing Education Centre (CEC), is a self-sustaining entity of the Malawi University of Business and Applied Sciences (MUBAS) which has been a key provider of lifelong learning in Malawi since the late 1960s. Initially focused on professional development, ICE expanded its portfolio in 1990s to include diploma programmes under the Board of Governors. However, the board was dissolved in 2002 by the government.

Following the dissolution of the Board, the CEC introduced international certificate and diploma programmes to fill the gap from various examination boards such as the City & Guilds International, Association of Business Managers and Administrators (ABMA) and Institute of Administration and Commerce (IAC). In 2024, the CEC was officially elevated to become the Institute of Continuing Education at a launch graced by the Minister of Education, Hon Madalitso Wirima. As part of the elevation, all long-term continuing education programmes at the Management Development Centre (MDC) were transferred to ICE.

To meet the increasing demand for tertiary education, ICE adopts a flexible blended-learning approach to education which comprises week-day and weekend modes of study. The Institute offers an opportunity for tertiary education for fresh Ordinary-Level (O-Level) and Advanced-level (A-Level) finishers as well as working people to enable them advance their careers.

Satellite Centres

ICE has its head office in Blantyre. In addition, it has three satellite centres as follows:

1. Head Office and Main Campus in Blantyre (Contact: 0999976502 / 0999976503)
2. Lilongwe Campus – La Rose Building, Mchesi, Area 2 (Contact: 0999976501)
3. Mzuzu Campus – Luwinga Industrial Site, next to Mzuzu International Academy (Contact: 0999976498)
4. Salima Campus – Msalura CDSS (Contact: 0998677346)

Core Functions

ICE is strategically positioned to perform the following functions:

1. Deliver university-affiliated and international academic and professional programmes at the Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma levels
2. Conduct academic and professional examinations at the three levels
3. Carry out research in continuing education
4. Collaborate with the industry for innovation and growth
5. Implement outreach initiatives in continuing education

Accreditations and Partnerships

ICE is an accredited study centre offering internationally-recognized professional programmes from various Examinations Boards such as:

1. Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
2. Association of Business Managers and Administrators (ABMA)
3. Advancing Business Education (ABE)
4. Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS)
5. Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT)
6. Institute of Certified Accountants of Malawi (ICAM)
7. Institute of Bankers of Malawi (IOBM)
8. City and Guilds

Mandate

ICE is mandated to provide life-long learning through:

1. Certificate, Diploma, and Advanced Diploma programmes
2. Administration of examinations for accredited programmes
3. Accreditation of centres

Core Functions

ICE strategically focuses on:

1. Delivering university-affiliated and international academic and professional programmes
2. Conducting academic and professional examinations
3. Leading research in continuing education
4. Partnering with industry for innovation and growth
5. Implementing outreach initiatives in life-long learning

Vision

To be a premier centre of excellence in life-long education.

Mission

To enhance knowledge, skills, and competencies through quality education, research, outreach, and industry collaboration.

Core Values

ICE aligns with MUBAS' core values, emphasizing:

1. Excellence – Commitment to quality services and strategic goals
2. Integrity – Upholding ethical and professional standards
3. Discovery & Innovation – Fostering curiosity, creativity, and value-driven innovation
4. Entrepreneurship – Identifying and exploiting opportunities for new services
5. Responsiveness – Addressing industry and public needs with timely, relevant programmes
6. Inclusiveness & Diversity – Ensuring fairness and accessibility in service delivery

Programmes Offered

ICE provides diverse academic and professional programmes locally and in partnership with international examining boards. Current programmes being offered include:

1. Certificate and Diploma in Secretarial Administration
2. Diploma in Public Health
3. Diploma in Journalism
4. Diploma in Graphics and Media Studies
5. Diploma in Business Management
6. Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma in Purchasing and Supply
7. Diploma in Marketing
8. Certificate and Diploma in Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
9. Diploma in Project Management
10. Certificate and Diploma in Accounting
11. Certificate and Diploma in Logistics and Transport
12. Certificate and Diploma in Banking and Finance

For more details on each programme, please download the full advert and application form below.

Fees Structure

Tuition fees range from MK200,000 to MK400,000 per semester, with additional examination fees as required by respective examining boards.

Contact

For inquiries, email: ice-enquiries@mubas.ac.mw

Institute Centres

ICE operates multiple centres across Malawi:

1. Blantyre Main Campus – MUBAS Main Campus (Contact: 0999976502 / 0999976503)
2. Lilongwe Campus – La Rose Building, Mchesi, Area 2 (Contact: 0999976501)
3. Mzuzu Campus – Luwinga Industrial Site, next to Mzuzu International Academy (Contact: 0999976498)
4. Salima Campus – Msalura CDSS (Contact: 0998677346)