Certificate in Business

This course provides students with a strong foundation of a broad-based business study whereby they will acquire specialized knowledge in business, management, accounting and marketing. This will place them in good stead for further education advancement.

OBJECTIVE

Graduates are able to:

  • to acquire spcialized knowledge in business, management, accounting and marketing

Who Can Apply?

For International Student:

  • Min. age 17 years old
  • Middle School Graduate
  • Min. English IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
  • Other qualifications will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis

Duration
6 Months (Full Time)

Intakes
March, May, August

Course Schedules
March 2011 - March 2012
May 2010 - May 2011
August 2010 - August 2011

 
Certificate Awarding Body

This degree is awarded by Chartered Institute of Technology.


Course Structure

Stage 1

Module Code

Module Name

ICIT 121

Information Technology - Tools and Applications

MGNT 321

Principles of Management

COMM 211

Business Communication I


Stage 2

Module Code

Module Name

COMM 221

Business Communication II

AFPA 111

Principles of Accounting I

MTPL 311

Marketing Fundamentals

 
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Modules


ICIT 121 Information Technology - Tools and Applications
Level: Certificate
Stage: 1
  • To provide students case-based approach to learn all the software applications
  • To offer a case-based, problem-solving approach to learning the functions and features of office application software in the business environment
Internal Assessment: 50%
Final Written Exam: 50%
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MGNT 321 Principles of Management
Level: Certificate
Stage: 1
  • To develop the student’s understanding of the underpinning systems of organization and management, and the ways these can evolve in progressive organisations
Internal Assessment: 50%
Final Written Exam: 50%
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COMM 211 Business Communication I
Level: Certificate
Stage: 1
  • To thrive in today’s fast-paced business environment
  • Too deliver a wide range of business documents, e-mails, and oral presentations
  • Use technology to communicate effectively, address the needs of diverse audiences, and consider the ethical implications of your communication practices.
Project: 20%
Assignment: 40%
Final Written Exam: 40%
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COMM 221 Business Communcation II
Level: Certificate
Stage: 2
  • To thrive in today’s fast-paced business environment
  • Learn how to deliver a wide range of business documents, e-mails, and oral presentations
  • Use technology to communicate effectively, address the needs of diverse audiences, and consider the ethical implications of your communication practices
Project: 20%
Assignment: 40%
Final Written Exam (Project): 40%
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AFPA 111 Principles of Accounting I
Level: Certificate
Stage: 2
  • To provides students with an understanding of the basic concepts and principles of accounting
Assignment: 20%
Tests: 50%
Final Written Exam: 30%
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MTPL 311 Marketing Fundamentals
Level: Certificate
Stage: 2
  • To provide students with an appreciation of the development of marketing and its changing role within a variety of organisations
  • To provide students with an awareness and consideration of the various tools of the marketer and an evaluation of their strengths and weaknesses.
  • To ensure students are able to recognise the impact achievable through modifying the marketing mix for (re)positioning the product and service offerings.
  • To introduce students to the importance of planning in the management of the marketing activity.
  • To develop an awareness and understanding of the impact of information technology on the marketing mix decisions.
  • To enable students to realise the importance of customers and their behaviour relating to marketing decisions
Assignment: 50%
Final Project: 50%
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