Advanced Diploma in Business 

(E-Learning)

Aims & Learning Outcomes

Aims & Learning Outcomes

 

The programme Advanced Diploma in Business (E-Learning) is an online course intended to educate students in a virtual learning environment. The medium of teaching will be English.

This E-Learning Course offers is designed  to provide students with a deeper and more comprehensive understanding of the business discipline. It will equip students with a considerable depth of knowledge and skills that  will prepare the graduates for more specialized and higher-level roles within the industry. Students can choose from various specialized tracks or concentrations to align their studies with their career goals. It can serve as a bridge to further education, such as bachelor’s degrees as it will provide a strong academic foundation and advanced skills that may be required for pursuing higher-level qualifications.

Learning Objectives 

At the end of this programme, students will be able to: 

  • iDevelop a comprehensive understanding of core business concepts, strategies, and functions, enabling graduates to navigate complex business environments effectively.
  • iCultivate the ability to think strategically, analyze intricate business scenarios, and formulate innovative solutions to address real-world challenges, emphasizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • iAcquire management competencies necessary to lead teams, make informed decisions, and drive organizational success, including skills in team collaboration and conflict resolution.
  • iUtilize advanced data analytics tools and techniques to extract valuable insights, enhance decision-making, and optimize business operations, emphasizing quantitative and analytical skills.
  • iDemonstrate ethical awareness and an understanding of corporate social responsibility, integrating these principles into global business practices, and recognizing the impact of globalization on business strategies.

Course

The students are required to study FIVE (5) Core and THREE (3) specialist modules in the specialism of interest. Each module is equivalent to 15 credits for a total of 120 credits. Each credit is equal to 10 learning hours. 

Teacher to Student Ratio – 1:30

 Core Modules

  1. Organizational Behaviour
  2. Business Strategy
  3. Operations and Production Management
  4. Marketing, Market Research and Forecasting
  5. Business Law

Elective Modules

Accounting Specialism ( Any 3 modules)

  1. Taxation
  2. Auditing
  3. Financial Management
  4. Business Data Analysis and Reports

Finance Specialism ( Any 3 modules)

  1. Investment
  2. Financial Data Processing Technology
  3. International Finance
  4. Business Data Analysis and Report

International Business Specialism ( Any 3 modules)

  1. International Trade
  2. Business Data Analysis and Report
  3. International Finance
  4. Business Ethics and Intercultural Communication

 

 

Delivery and Assessment
  1. The course will be delivered 100% by qualified and trained educators in a virtual learning environment. Students will typically attend live-streamed online lectures/lessons. For a more hands-on learning experience, the teacher will allow students to ask questions in real-time through webcam, microphone, or live chat. The teacher and the student will have regular one-on-one engagement similar to a traditional face-to-face lesson. 

    Self-paced (asynchronous) instruction will supplement the live online classes. Students can watch previously recorded lectures at their own leisure. The instructor will typically be available via email or text chat should the students require any clarification during the learning process. In the same manner, students will communicate with one another where they can discuss the module materials and work on any assignment allocated. 

    Students learn in a variety of ways and, therefore, should be expected to engage in different learning patterns (independent learning, group work, computer based workshops, class presentation, essay writing, etc.) 

    The teaching, learning and assessment strategy of each module has been designed to ensure that  teaching methods are appropriate for achieving the learning objectives of the module. 

    Assessments will be conducted via a robust online examination platform, integrated into the LMS, to ensure that online examinations are systematically scheduled, conducted and evaluated with integrity. 

    A wide variety of assessment methods will be employed and these may include: Time constrained examinations, open book examinations, assignments, presentations, peer assessment, projects, etc. 

Duration
  1. This is a FULL TIME course and will run for eight (8) months. Delivery will be for 3 hours per day for 5 days every week for a total of 336 hours.  

    Maximum candidature period for a student to complete the course is 16 months. 

Admission Requirement
    •  Min age: 18 years PLUS
    • Academic Level:                                                                                    – Obtained Business Diploma from United Seas College OR  Obtained a relevant Diploma or equivalent qualification which has either a GCE ‘A’ level Examination or completion of 12 years of formal education as the qualifying entry requirement and subject to the approval of USC Academic Board.
    • Min language requirement: Obtained at least GCE O-Level C6 in English language or equivalent OR IELTS 5.5 /  TOEFL 500 or equivalent

    Alternative entry: Mature candidate of minimum age of thirty (30) with at least eight (8)  years working experience.

     

Graduation Requirement
  1. To earn the academic certificate, students must successfully complete the course by achieving at least a passing grade in all assessments for each required and assigned module.

     

Intake Dates
  1. Monthly

Target Students
  1. The programme is designed primarily for the convenience of students who want to pursue an Advanced Diploma in Business. Thereafter, students may opt to continue their studies at UK, Australian and American universities and obtain their related Business degree.

    The target students are  residents of Singapore and learners residing in Southeast Asia and other countries as long as they meet the entry requirements of this online course. 

     

Fee Structure
  1. Course Fee: SGD 7,000.00 

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