International Higher Diploma in Business Administration (Level 4 and 5)
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Duration
18 Months
Pedagogy
Blended
Tuition Fee
£ 550 £ 1,000
International Higher Diploma in Business Administration (Level 4 and 5)
The purpose of the International Higher Diploma in Business Administration (Level 4&5) is to develop students professionally and individually self-reflecting who are able to satisfy the demands of the business sector and work in a constantly changing world around them.This course develops your ability to understand business issues, analyze management problems and find workable solutions. The course introduces you to the fundamental concepts that are essential to understanding how businesses function so that if you either opt for higher education or join a business, you will stand out with your critically developed understanding of the key skills needed to thrive in the business world.
This International Higher Diploma in Business Administration (Level 4& 5) serves as a basis of your further business education and attracting employment opportunities.
After the successful completion of the Programme, you will earn a UK 240 credit hours Certification awarded by MSBM partners.
Accreditation
All MSBM courses are accredited by the relevant partners and awarding bodies. Please refer to MSBM accreditation in about us for more details.University Progression
University Top-upOn completion of this course, students have the opportunity to complete a Master degree programme from Girne American University. The top-up programme can be studied online or on campus. The top-up comprises the final 60 credits which consist of either a dissertation or a dissertation and one module.
(The course tuition fee listed above does NOT include the top-up fee)
University Progression
Click here to see University routes and fee information for progression.
Entry requirement
For entry into Level 4 & 5 International Higher Diploma in Business Administration, learners must possess:
* Relevant/Local Board of Examination Result in your Country, which must include at least 5 'C' Grades in English and 4 other subjects.
* Mock Examination Results can also be accepted for initial Conditional Admission, pending the release of the Board of Examination Results. (This is assessed on a case-by-case basis).
* Learner must be 18 years and older at the start of the Course.
OR
Mature Learners (21 years and older) with work experience in supervisory, leadership or management roles. (This is assessed on a case-by-case basis).
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What you'll learn
Module 1
ASSIGNMENT & STUDY GUIDELINES
This module provides the most critical information about the study course and assignment submission.
Module 2
LEVEL 4 - INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS RESEARCH
The aim of this unit is to enable learners to develop effective research plans, evaluate different research methods, use a high standard of academic writing, and use independent learning techniques to support their research capabilities.
Module 3
LEVEL 4 - EXTERNAL STRUCTURE AND NATURE OF BUSINESS
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of the dimensions of the business environment, including various business types and purposes and to be able to identify and analyze different external stakeholders. This Unit will develop a learner’s understanding of the PESTEL environment and other forces influencing business decisions.
Module 4
LEVEL 4 - BUSINESS INFORMATION REPORTING
The aim of this unit is to enhance learners’ business communication and reporting skills and enable them to operate confidently in the business world. The learner will be able to identify the reporting channels, types of communication tools, and reporting structures to manage the information flow in an organization.
Module 5
LEVEL 4 - INTERNAL STRUCTURE AND NATURE OF BUSINESS
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of businesses types and structures. The learner will be able to identify the flow of business operations, functional departments and roles within a business environment.
Module 6
LEVEL 4 - INTRODUCTION TO FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of the current regulations governing financial reporting, as well as the purpose and formats of financial statements for different users.
The learner will be able to learn to interpret and create different financial statements.
Module 7
LEVEL 4 - INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS AND FORECASTING
The aim of this unit is to review the basic concepts in calculus, algebraic equations, graph construction, statistics and probability that need to be understood by all business learners. The emphasis rests on applying these concepts to a variety of mathematical and scheduling problems encountered in business contexts.
Module 8
LEVEL 5 - INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS AND COMMERCIAL LAW
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding of the concepts and principles of UK business law and the ability to apply them to practical situations.
Module 9
LEVEL 5 - MANAGING BUSINESS PROJECTS
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ understanding and skills relating to the project management principles, methodologies, tools and techniques that are used in business.
Module 10
LEVEL 5 - MANAGING PEOPLE IN BUSINESS
The aim of this unit is to introduce learners to Human Resource theory and skills that underpin Human Resource Management (HRM) practices through a range of case studies. The unit will enable the learner to successfully manage people and talent in an organization.
Module 11
LEVEL 5 - PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING
The aim of this unit is to provide learners with a detailed understanding of the marketing planning process and to apply these principles to a variety of business contexts. The unit also provides a comprehensive understanding of environmental analysis and how this can lead to the development of appropriate objectives and strategies to enhance operational marketing performance.
Module 12
LEVEL 5 - PRINCIPLES OF FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
The aim of this unit is to develop learners’ skills in preparing financial statements for a variety of organisations using a range of techniques, and that comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
Module 13
LEVEL 5 - CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND ETHICS
The aim of this unit is to provide learners with a broad understanding of the roles and requirements for businesses to embed ethics and incorporate social responsibility. It provides learners with an understanding of the issues surrounding corporate social responsibility and ethics from national and international perspectives. Significant emphasis is placed on the role that corporate governance plays in ensuring accountability to the owners and other stakeholders within businesses.
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