Advanced Diploma in Business (Mandarin)
(E-Learning)
Programme Overview
The Advanced Diploma in Business (Mandarin) (E-Learning) is an online course taught in a virtual learning environment. The medium of instruction will be Mandarin.
This E-Learning course is designed to foster understanding of global marketing rules, the essential skills to formulate overall development strategies, and the ability to make long-term business decisions for enterprises.
Programme Aims
The programme aims to equip students with systematic business cognition and comprehensive practical competencies for future workplace and career development. It will enable the students to:
- Analyse business situations and work out reasonable development plans from a holistic perspective.
- Carry out management plans and marketing activities efficiently in real business work.
- Adapt to multicultural working environments and cooperate smoothly with international colleagues and partners.
- Identify potential financial risks and put forward targeted solutions for cross-border business.
- Capture market trends, identify business opportunities and respond to market changes in a timely manner.
Course/ Assessment Structure
The students are required to study eight (8) modules. Each module is equivalent to 15 credits for a total of 120 credits. Each credit is equal to 10 learning hours.
Core Modules
- Organisational Behaviour
- Business Strategy
- Operations and Production Management
- Marketing, Market Research and Forecasting
- Business Law
- International Trade
- International Finance
- Business Ethics and Intercultural Communication
Admission Requirement
a. Normal Entry
- Min age: 18 years PLUS
- Academic Level:
- Obtained Diploma in Business (Mandarin) (E-Learning) 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 B4 in Chinese language or equivalent
b. Alternative Entry
Mature candidate of minimum age of thirty (30) with at least eight (8) years of working experience.
Delivery Requirement
The programme will be delivered through a blended e-learning approach that combines synchronous and asynchronous modes.
A total of 32 hours will be conducted through synchronous e-learning, allowing students to engage in real-time interaction with lecturers and peers via live online sessions. These sessions will focus on discussions, collaborative activities, and instructor-led guidance to support active learning.
A further 304 hours will be allocated to asynchronous e-learning, where students will access digital learning materials, recorded lectures, readings, and self-paced learning activities through the institution’s learning management system. This mode enables flexibility and independent study, allowing learners to manage their learning according to their schedules.
Assessment for the programme will amount to 32 hours and is not included in the teaching hours. Assessments may include assignments, projects, quizzes, or examinations designed to evaluate students’ achievement of the intended learning outcomes.
The teaching, learning, and assessment strategy for each module has been designed to ensure that teaching methods are appropriate for achieving the module’s learning objectives.
Assessments will be conducted via a robust online examination platform, ensuring that online examinations are systematically scheduled, performed, and evaluated with integrity.
Duration
The program may be pursued on either a full-time or part-time basis. The full-time modality spans a period of eight (8) months, with instructional sessions allocated three hours per day, five days per week, culminating in a total of 336 instructional hours. Conversely, the part-time modality extends over nine (9) months, with sessions scheduled two hours per day, five days per week, also amounting to a total of 336 instructional hours.
The minimum required enrollment is 30 students.
Maximum candidature period for a student to complete the course is 36 months.
Intake Dates
Every October
Target Students
The programme is specifically designed for individuals who have completed USC’s Diploma Business (Mandarin) (E-Learning) course and wish to further their education by pursuing an advanced diploma in the same specialisation. It primarily caters to students seeking flexible online learning options, offering the convenience of studying from anywhere in the world. The target audience includes both residents of Singapore and learners residing in Southeast Asia and other countries, provided they meet the entry requirements for this online programme.
Fee Structure
Course Fee: SGD 7,000.00 + GST.
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Speak with our admissions team to find out if this programme is right for you.