University of Gloucestershire Cum BTEC Higher National Diploma
In BA (Hons) in Business Management
 
Course Code: DEG – 616 (F)
University of Gloucestershire Cum BTEC Higher National Diploma
In BA (Hons) in Business Management
MOE: EDUN N24-02-008 Vol 65 (29 May 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 Gloucestershire, subject to the entry requirements of the English proficiency. Upon completion of the final (third) year, students are eligible to obtain the Bachelor Degree (Hons) in Business Management from the University of Gloucestershire.

Advantages of BTEC HND (Business)

  • 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 Gloucestershire. Thereafter, you can look forward to a B.A. (Hons) in Business Management from the University of Gloucestershire.

University of Gloucestershire, United Kingdom, is a very old teaching institute with 200 years of teaching history. Its Business School is located at Cheltenham, a modern and exciting Arts and tourism town. University of Gloucestershire is ranked as 28th out of 106 UK Universities for the excellent student experience. The innovative teaching and learning approach of the university has earned the university such a high ranking. The courses offered are about gathering skills for the working world, and the practical and problem-based learning approach of the university would prepare students for their employment.
 
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
  • Managing Activities to Achieve Result
  • Working with and leading people
  • Managing Communication, Knowledge & Information
  • Managing Professional Development
FOUR (4)
GENERAL MODULES
  • Financial Systems & Auditing
  • Financial Reporting
  • Management Accounting: Costing and Budgeting
  • Small Business Enterprise
 

BA (Hons) in Business Management

MODULES
BUSINESS ( MANAGEMENT)
SIX (6)
MODULES
  • Business Strategy (Strategic Management)
  • Strategic Financial management
  • Strategic Management of Human Resource
  • New Business Development
  • International Marketing
  • Strategic Global Operations

 
 
 
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 Business 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 Business Management from University of Gloucestershire, 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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