University of Sunderland Cum BTEC Higher National Diploma
In BA (Hons) in Accounting & Financial Management
 
Course Code: DEG – 626 (F)
University of Sunderland Cum BTEC Higher National Diploma
In BA (Hons) in Accounting & Financial Management
MOE: EDUN N24-02-008 Vol 65 (5 June 2008)
 

BTEC Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) have been at the forefront of cutting-edge professional qualification design. It is administered by Edexcel International, which was formed in 1996 by the merger of BTEC (the Business and Technology Education Council) and the University of London Examinations and Assessment Council. Edexcel is one of the largest qualification awarding bodies in UK, and is approved by the official UK authorities, the Qualifications and Curriculum Authority (QCA).

BTEC HND (Business) is offered as a two-year programme that is designed to equip you with the knowledge, understanding and skills required for success in current or future employment, or for progression to an undergraduate degree. Such qualification is widely recognized by many commonwealth countries and universities.

Students who have successfully completed the BTEC HND programmes have an advanced standing into the final (third) year of the University of Sunderland, subject to the entry requirements of the English proficiency. Upon completion of the final (third) year, students are eligible to obtain the Bachelor Degree (Honors) in Accounting & Financial Management from the University of Sunderland.

Advantages of BTEC HND

  • The programme emphasize in practical skills rather than purely classroom examination type of evaluation. No IELTS is required.

  • It is a global fast track to a degree. Upon completion of the BTEC HND, you can often be admitted into the second or third year of a related degree.

  • Upon passing all modules on the HND, you will have an advanced standing into the final (third) year of the University of Sunderland. Thereafter, you can look forward to a B.A. (Honors) in Accounting & Financial Management from the University of Sunderland.

University of Sunderland is one of the best “new” universities in United Kingdom for the overall quality, quantity, and range of research. The university has been providing higher education since 1901, and has strong linked with business and industry. The Business and Management Programme of the University of Sunderland have been classified as “Excellent” in the most recent Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) report. The School of Business of University of Sunderland has long-standing reputation for teaching quality, and its undergraduate programme is very focused on empowering students to be effective managers.
 
EDUCATION CHART:
 
 
COURSE OUTLINE:
 

This 36-month programme consists of:

A) HND: 16 modules plus 2 Academic English modules:

  • 8 core modules plus Academic English I & II.
  • 4 major modules in other disciplines.
  • 4 general modules.
 
MODULES
BUSINESS ( MANAGEMENT)
EIGHT (8) CORE MODULES
+
Academic English I & II
  • Academic English I
  • Academic English II
  • Marketing
  • Business Decision Making
  • Common Law I
  • Business Strategy
  • Managing Financial Resources and Decisions
  • Organisations and Behaviour
  • Business Environment
  • Research Project
FOUR (4)
MAJOR MODULES
  • Financial Systems & Auditing
  • Financial Reporting
  • Management Accounting: Costing and Budgeting
  • Taxation
FOUR (4)
GENERAL MODULES
  • Managing Activities to Achieve Results
  • Managing Professional Development
  • Managing Communication, Knowledge & Information
  • Small Business Enterprise
 

BA (Hons) in Accounting & Financial Management

MODULES
BUSINESS ( MANAGEMENT)
SIX (6)
MODULES
  • Financial Management
  • Strategic Management Accounting
  • Business Modelling for Decision Making
  • International Financial Report
  • Contemporary Development in Business and Management
  • Managing Projects

 
 
 
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
 
Minimum Age for Entry : HND Year 1 & Year 2: 17 years old
(Complete minimum 11 years of education)
Degree: HND or above
IELTS : IELTS 6 or Equivalent is required for entry to 3rd year Honor
Degree in Accounting & Financial Management.
Duration : 21-24 months (HND)
12 months (Degree)
Days and time : Mondays to Fridays
3 contact hours per school day, plus another 3 hours for project.
9.30am-12.30pm and 1.45pm-4.45pm
Intake : Jan, March, September and December
Examination Periods : 1-2 assignments for each module & examination at the end of each module
Teaching Methods : Lecture, Project, Assignment and Test.
Prerequisites for Graduation : 1) Attendance must be more than 90% and not absent for more than 7 consecutive days without valid reasons (ICA Requirements)
2) A pass in all the assignments and examinations.
Qualification Award : 1) Diploma / Advanced Diploma in Business Management from Dimensions Commercial School Pte Ltd

2) BTEC Higher National Diplomas (HNDs) from Edexcel International, UK

3) B.A (Honors) in Accounting & Financial Management from University of Sunderland, after successful completion of final (third) year at Dimensions.
 
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
 
A)
To complete the Application Form you have to provide us the following:
  1. Photocopied educational certificates, transcripts, awards and testimonials.
  2. 4 passport-sized photographs. Kindly write your name on the reverse side of your photographs.
  3. Resume/C.V.
B) The completed Application Form must be submitted personally to the office of Dimensions Commercial School during office hours. Original certificates, transcripts, awards and testimonials must be presented to Dimensions Commercial School for verification purposes.
C) A signed Letter of Offer and a Standard Student Contract.
D)
Office hours:
  • Monday to Friday : 9.00 am to 6.00 pm
  • Saturday : 9.00 am to 2.00 pm
  • Sunday and Public Holidays : Close
 
ENQUIRIES:
 
For the latest course information, kindly contact:

Dimensions Education Group
58 Lowland Road,
Singapore 547453
Tel: (65) 6334-0600
Fax: (65) 6334-6066
With effect from 26th April 2008
 

 

 

 
 
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