MIS-BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (PART-TIME)

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (HONS) IN BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (PART-TIME)

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The University of Buckingham is the UK 's only independent Chartered University and provides undergraduate and postgraduate courses for full time and part time students, and supports an independent and vigorous research agenda. Founded in 1976, the University received its Royal Charter in March 1983 and awarded its first degrees in February 1984.

Ranked 1st for graduate prospects in The Times Good University Guide 2012
Ranked 1st for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey for five consecutive years from 2006 to 2010
Ranked 15th in Business and Management Studies in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2012
Ranked 20th in The Independent Complete University Guide 2011
Ranked 21st in The Times Good University Guide 2012

Introduction

Business organisations do not exist in isolation and much of the early part of the programme is focused on understanding the various external driving forces for change and the internal responses necessary for business to survive and prosper. The programme provides a blend of theoretical and practical study, never losing sight of employers' requirements and students' career aspirations. At no point in recent history has there been such an exciting time to study the dynamics of business and its role in the global environment.

The BSc in Business and Management aims to equip graduates with analytical and decision-making skills relevant to career development in the wider business context.

Programme Objective

The programme is designed to develop skills in solving business problems that are transferable organisationally and internationally across business environments. Business and Management is a broad based programme that relies to some extent on conventional methods of teaching and learning. However, it is also a live subject, and so practical and real-life projects are introduced to enhance the learning experience and to produce graduates equipped to meet the needs of commerce and industry. This approach is often highly participatory and may involve visits to selected companies to complement classroom activities.

Programme Structure & Curriculum

The 18-36 months part-time programme covers 24 modules:

Year	Semester	Modules Code	Modules
1	I	BBM 101	Introduction to Business
	I	BBM 102	Quantitative Methods 1
	II	BBM 103	The Economic Environment of Business
	II	BBM 201	Introduction to Management
	III	BBM 202	Business Information Systems
	III	BBM 203	Introduction to Financial Accounting
	IV	BBM 301	Marketing 1
	IV	BBM 302	Organisational Behaviour
	V	BBM 303	Introduction to Management Accounting
	V	BBM 401	Marketing 2
	VI	BBM 402	Quantitative Methods for Business
	VI	BBM 403	Law for Business
2	I	BBM 501	Business Operations
	I	BBM 502 / BBM 503	International Marketing (DBM) / Business Information Systems 2 (DSMM)*
	II	BBM 504	Service Management
	II	BBM 601	Supply Chain Management
	III	BBM 602 / BBM 603	Consumer Behaviour (DBM) / Business Psychology (DSMM)*
	III	BBM 604	E-Commerce
	IV	BBM 701	Operations Strategy
	IV	BBM 702	International Business
	V	BBM 703	Enterprise Management
	V	BBM 801	Strategic Management
	VI	BBM 802	Human Resource Management
	VI	BBM 803	Events Management

* Students are to select one of the two modules. For MISTC progression students, module option is subject to student's programme of study at the diploma level.

The programme is offered on both full-time and part-time basis. For the part time programme, classes are usually held two to three times a week on weekday evenings.

It is targeted at graduates of the MISTC Diploma in Business Management and MISTC Diploma in Sales and Marketing Management programmes. These graduates will be admitted into year two of the Bachelor programme.

Examinations & Assessment

The core disciplines taught through the formal lecture, seminar and tutorial programme are assessed through coursework, group and individual projects and presentations and examinations (seen and unseen). Formal examinations enable students to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of course material as well as their ability to construct a clear / concise reasoned argument and analysis of the issues in question in a limited period of time. Individual and group research-based assignments enable students to integrate theory and practice and to provide constructive and explicit coverage of key issues.

Weightings (course / project work to examinations) vary from course to course at the discretion of the lecturers and will be made explicit to students on each course specification document.

Award of Certificate

Students who have completed all necessary course works, successfully passed all required modules and met all financial obligations to the institute and University of Buckingham shall be awarded the BSc (Hons) Business and Management by University of Buckingham .

Entry Requirements

The general requirements for entry into the programme include:

Completion of A levels (with a minimum of 240 points) plus "O" levels in English and Maths; or
International Baccalaureate Diploma 27 points.

Students with the following qualifications will be assessed by the Institute's Board of Studies and may be granted advanced standing up to 1 year (for direct entry into Year 2 of the programme):

MISTC Diploma in Sales and Marketing Management (DSMM)
MISTC Diploma in Business Management (DBM)
MISTC Advanced Diploma in Marketing Management (ADMM)
Business-related Diplomas from local polytechnics
Other related Diploma PLUS Advanced and/or Higher Diploma in business are considered on a case-by-case basis

The Marketing Institute of Singapore Training Centre Board of Studies reserves the right to change the above requirements and selection at its sole discretion.

English Language Requirements

GCE “O” or “AO” pass in English
English language requirement for international students whose first language is not English: IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 550 / GCSE Grade C / TOEFL IB 80 / MISTC EL4 score 80% and above
Students with MISTC EL4 below 80% will be required to attend 6 months of Business English Course during their first year of the Degree programme

Course Fees

Fees are payable by instalments:

Semester	Fees	7% GST	Total
I	S$2,667.00	S$186.69	S$2,853.69
II	S$2,667.00	S$186.69	S$2,853.69
III	S$2,667.00	S$186.69	S$2,853.69
IV	S$2,667.00	S$186.69	S$2,853.69
V	S$2,667.00	S$186.69	S$2,853.69
VI	S$2,665.00	S$186.55	S$2,851.55
Total	S$16,000.00	S$1,120.00	S$17,120.00

The set of fees apply for students qualifying for the 18-month programme.

A non-refundable application processing fee of S$200.00 (subject to prevailing GST rate) is chargeable upon application and submission of documents.

In the event of a failed module, students are to pay a re-module fee of S$1,340.00 per module (subject to prevailing GST rate) and attend classes before they are allowed to submit their coursework for assessment or considered eligible to take the prescribed examination.

The course fees cover lesson delivery, Fee Protection Scheme insurance, medical insurance, MIS membership, and DO NOT include textbooks and other miscellaneous charges, if any.

MIS Membership

The Marketing Institute of Singapore is a professional body for sales and marketing practitioners. All successful applicants must be individual members of the Institute.

Financial Assistance

Bank Loan

For Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents, please refer to Study Loans for information on the various bank loans available.

Changes & Amendments

The Marketing Institute of Singapore Training Centre reserves the right to vary, change and amend the module content, entry requirements, course fees, curriculum, examination rules and regulations, lecturers, lecture date, venue and other aspects of the course at any time prior to and during the delivery of the modules.

Application Procedures

An applicant must complete the application form and return it together with the following documents:

Certified true copies of educational certificates/degrees/diplomas Certification may be made by your company or at Marketing Institute of Singapore Training Centre, in which case, the originals must be presented for verification.
One passport-sized photograph.
A crossed cheque of S$214.00 (incl. 7% GST) for the application processing fee (non-refundable) made payable to “MIS Training Centre”. Payment by Cash, NETS and credit cards are accepted at the institute.

The completed application form and all relevant documents should be submitted to:

Marketing Institute of Singapore Training Centre
Admissions Department
10 Raeburn Park
#01-33, Block C
Singapore 088702

Please contact our sales office at (65) 6411 1711 or email education@mis.edu.sg for more information.

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Disclaimer

The information above is subject to change. In particular, the Marketing Institute of Singapore Training Centre reserves the right to change the content and/or method of assessment of study, to withdraw any unit of study and/or vary arrangements for any part of the programme.