Bachelor Programmes

• Introduction
• Programme Objective
• Programme Structure & Curriculum
• Examinations & Assessment
• Award of Certificate
• Entry Requirements
• English Language Requirements
• Course Fees
• MIS Membership
• Financial Assistance
• CaseTrust for Education
• Withdrawal, Deferment & Refund Policy
• Changes & Amendments
• Application Procedures
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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Business Management (Part-Time)

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Introduction

Working in a large, modern, international organisation, a medium sized company or even a small start-up firm requires a range of business capabilities. The most valuable employees are those who have not only a sound knowledge and understanding of various parts of a business but those who are quick learners and team players with leadership potential. The Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Management programme allows you to explore related areas in management and leadership where you can differentiate yourself from the competition and prove to employers that you can make an immediate and positive contribution to their organisations.

TThis programme is conducted in partnership with the Newcastle Business School (NBS), which is a part of Northumbria University, Newcastle, UK. The delivery is the same as in UK; with identical course content, contact hours and examination procedures.

Programme Objective

This degree provides students with a strong foundation in general business management. The overall aim is to provide students with the necessary business skills and knowledge to take on responsible management positions early in their careers. It also has a strong vocational emphasis. Enormously relevant to the needs of modern business, it combines management theory with 'hands on' practical application and opportunities to demonstrate proficiency in fields like analysis, synthesis and decision-making.

Programme Structure & Curriculum

This Direct Honours programme is offered on a part-time basis. The Marketing Institute of Singapore Training Centre and Northumbria University offer only the final year of the Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Management programme in Singapore .

This programme consists of five modules and one professional project.

These programmes involve lectures, group discussions, case studies and presentations by students. Weekly lectures are conducted by qualified and experienced local lecturers approved by Northumbria University . Classes are usually held two to three times weekly from 7.00pm to 10.00pm on weekdays or 2.00pm to 5.00pm on Saturdays with a total of up to 36 contact hours per module.

Examinations & Assessment

Assessment is either by coursework and/or written examination, depending on the requirements of each module. Students must fulfil the minimum attendance requirement of at least 75% (for part-time) for each module before they are allowed to submit their coursework for assessment or considered eligible to take the prescribed examination.

The decision to grant students, should they fail a module, a rework of coursework or a supplementary examination is at the sole discretion of the university's examination boards. However, a marking/supplementary examination fee per module is applicable.

A student must complete the programme within five years of registration, starting from the commencement of the first semester. Assessment will be in accordance with the academic regulations of Northumbria University as set out in the Assessment Regulations for Northumbria Awards (ARNA). The Module Examination Board and the Progression and Awards Board will determine the appropriateness of assessment, student progression and classification.

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 Northumbria University shall be awarded the Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Business Management by Northumbria University and be allowed to use the designatory letters “BA (Hons) Business Management” respectively after their names.

Entry Requirements

The institute's Board of Studies will assess all qualifications and admit students into the final year of the BA (Hons) Business Management programme.

• MIS Diploma in Business Management
• MIS Diploma in Sales and Marketing
• MIS Diploma in Marketing Management AND Advanced Diploma in Marketing Management
• Business or related Diploma from Local Polytechnics
• Other related Diploma PLUS Advanced and/or Higher Diploma in business are considered on a case-by-case basis

Students without the relevant qualifications would be required to undertake the MIS Diploma in Business Management / Diploma in Sales and Marketing / Diploma in Marketing Management and/or Advanced Diploma in Marketing Management, which is the equivalent of the 1st and 2nd years of both Bachelor programmes.

English Language Requirements

All applicants will be required to demonstrate competence in English. Qualifications which are accepted as satisfying the Northumbria University’s English requirement will include the following:

• GCE English Language ‘O’ Level with grade C or better
• GCE English Language ‘A’ Level with grade E or better
• GCE General Paper with grade C or better
• International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) – An overall band of 6.0 with a minimum band of 6.0 for writing, 6.0 for speaking, 5.5 for listening and 5.5 for reading
• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of at least 550. Other English qualifications will be assessed on a case of case basis.
• MIS English Preparatory Programme Level 1 to 4.
  

Other English qualifications will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

Northumbria University reserves the right to change the above requirements and selection at their sole discretion.

Course Fees

Fees are payable by installments:

A non-refundable application processing fee of S$53.50 (incl. 7% GST) is chargeable upon application and submission of documents.

The course fees cover course materials and tuition by local tutors and DOES 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. The following discounted membership charges apply:

• Entrance fee of S$53.50 (incl. 7% GST)
• Annual Subscription fee of S$53.50 (incl. 7% GST)

Financial Assistance

Bank Loans

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

CaseTrust for Education

The institute unequivocally supports the Consumer Association of Singapore's (CASE) transparency guidelines and policies to demonstrate fairness in all dealings with all our students. We are committed to adhere with full integrity in all matters, including issues related to course entry pre-requisites, course details, enrolment information, student contracts, refund of course fees, as well as transfer and withdrawal regulations.

Hence, it is mandatory that all students, or legal guardians if the student is under the age of 21, must sign the CASE Standard Student Contract with the institute prior to the enrolment of each programme. Refer to CaseTrust for Education for more information.

Withdrawal, Deferment, Refund Policy

Marketing Institute of Singapore is also committed to adhere with full integrity the announced Marketing Institute of Singapore Refund Policy that is communicated in its student contract, student handbook, and website, amongst others. Please refer to the Refund Policy for further information.

Changes & Amendments

Northumbria University and the Marketing Institute of Singapore reserve 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 running of the modules.

Application Procedures

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

1. CERTIFIED TRUE COPIES of educational certificates/degrees/diplomas certification may be made by your company or at the Marketing Institute of Singapore, in which case, the originals must be presented for verification.
2. Two passport-sized photographs.
3. Payment of S$53.50 (incl. 7% GST) for part-time studies as the application processing fee (non-refundable). Please make cheque payable to “MIS Training Centre”.

The completed application form should be submitted to:

Marketing Institute of Singapore Training Centre
The Sales & Marketing Department (Education)
10 Raeburn Park, Block C Singapore 088702

Contact Sharon at 6411 1712, Dave at 6411 1715 or Lisha at 6411 1713 for more information.

DISCLAIMER

The information above is subject to change. In particular, Northumbria University and the Marketing Institute of Singapore reserve 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.