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(a) Course/Subject
Title:
Diploma of Business Administration
awarded by AM
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS STUDIES PTE
LTD
Diploma of Business Administration (12
months duration)
8 subjects:
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Introduction to Management
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Introduction to Business Law
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Accounting for Managers
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Introduction to Economics
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Organisational behaviour
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Information Systems in Organisation
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Business Statistics
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Introduction to International Business
Advanced standing into the University of
Canberra's Bachelor of Business Administration program.
(b) Origin of the Course/Examination
The origin of the subjects was from the Diploma of Business
Administration that was registered with the Ministry of Education,
Singapore dated 28th April 2000 (EDUN N24-05-150) and amended
in 05th June 2009 (EDUN N24-03-989 V1) by AM School of
Business Studies.
The approved teachers by the Council of Private Education (CPE) that
allowed to provide both lectures and tutorials for the appointed
subjects will set both the assignment and examination questions.
However, it must be approved by both the Academic Board and Examination
Board of AM School of Business Studies Pte Ltd.
Each subject will be
examined by one three-hour unseen written paper. Examinations by written
paper will take place at the end of each term.
Assessment for each subject in a student’s program is based on the
student’s performance in written examinations, assignments, classwork,
practical or other work as prescribed for the subject. The method of
assessment for each subject offered by AM School of Business Studies Pte
Ltd is detailed in the subject outlines given to students at the
commencement of each term.
The invigilators appointed by the Examination Board of AM School of
Business Studies Pte Ltd will be allowed to invigilate the examination.
(c) Aims &
Objectives/Expected Outcomes
The Diploma of Business Administration program is designed for students
who intend to work in a commercial environment, either in the private or
public sectors. It is a study program in commerce and business. Students
obtain a general understanding of the business disciplines thus will
develop a range of analytical skills necessary to function effectively
in a business environment.
The objective of the Diploma of Business Administration program is to
develop well-rounded business executives who are equipped to solve
problems within a multi-disciplinary business environment. It also
allows students to pursue their own interests in which are essentially
business programs. They will graduate with the skills and knowledge,
which we expect to be in competitive environment. Graduates find careers
in general management, and in the fields of accounting, finance, human
resource management, marketing and/or an extension in their existing
professions.
(d) Target Students /
Admission Requirements
Applicants may be considered admissible to the Diploma of Business
Administration program if they can satisfy the AM School of Business
Studies Pte Ltd’s Academic Board that they have a reasonable likehood of
success.
Interested applicants must possess ONE of the following entry
requirements:
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GCE "A" level - 2 x D's
or better
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GCE "O" level - 3 x C's
or better
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An aggregate score of 15
for the International Baccalaureate
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A score of 53 in the
European Baccalaureate
(e) Age Limit
There is no age limit for applicant to the Diploma of Business
Administration program.
(f)
Course Syllabus / Content
Accounting
for Managers
Accounting for Managers provides non-accounting students with insights
into the relevance of financial information for business planning and
investment decisions. It consists of three interrelated parts: (i)
examinations of the nature, meaning and purpose of financial
information; (ii) discussion of management's corporate governance
responsibilities with respect to the reliability of financial
information; and (iii) case studies in business problem-solving,
involving the use, where appropriate, of accounting and spreadsheet
software.
Learning outcomes: Students will be able to: describe and critically
evaluate the respective roles of the accountant, financial controller,
treasurer and auditor in public and private enterprise; outline the
concept of corporate governance as it relates to the reliability of
financial information; interpret, analyse and use information contained
in published financial reports for making informed investment decisions;
interpret, analyse and use management accounting information for
business planning and control; evaluate capital investments using the
principles of discounted cash flow; and use accounting and spreadsheet
software to support decision-making. In addition to having acquired
subject specific knowledge, students should also have improved their
generic skills, such as report writing; problem solving; the ability to
act and think independently; the ability to collaborate with colleagues;
and in the use of information technology.
Introduction to Economics
This unit is designed to equip students who have little or no knowledge
of economics with a clear and up-to-date commentary of the economy. The
topics covered will provide all the information necessary to enable
discussion of government policy, international trade, the financial
sector, and the economy's main industries (agriculture, manufacturing,
mining and services).
Learning outcomes: At the end of this unit students should understand
the basic principles of economics and the forces that have shaped the
Australian economy; appreciate how social, economic and political forces
have interacted to develop key economic institutions; and understand how
economic policy is formulated. The unit will provide students with an
appreciation of the relevance of economics to policy debate and issues.
Introduction to Business Law
This course aims to provide students with a basic founding in law and
legal processes in Australia, leading to an examination of the law of
contract, agency, negligence, and consumer protection. The examination
of basic law and legal processes concentrates on the structure of law,
legal reasoning and the use of precedent. It also examines techniques
for statutory interpretation, focusing on commercial law and legal
issues. Critical aspects of the law of contract, the law of agency, the
civil wrong of negligence, consumer protection and the sale of goods
including application of the Trade practices Act will form the focus of
the course.
Introduction to Management
The subject aims to introduce to students a broad range of management
issues and experiences faced by managers in modern organisations. It
relies strongly on a case study approach to learning to equip students
with knowledge and skills which they can apply to fluid and often,
ambiguous, work environments.
Learning outcomes: By the end of the subject students should be able to
understand the principal historical and current approaches to the study
of management; apply the various theories of management to particular
management situations; understand the tasks and competencies required in
the practice of management; comprehend the range of complicating factors
which prevent the study of management from ever becoming an exact
science; and demonstrate basic competencies in the written and oral
presentation of academic work.
Business Statistics
This is an introductory unit in statistics designed for students in
commerce and management discipline areas. Emphasis is placed on the
application of statistical techniques to those disciplines. Topics
include populations and samples; the presentation and interpretation of
data; measures of central tendency and variability; index numbers;
simple linear regression and correlation; an introduction to time
series; basic probability; the binomial, Poisson and normal
distributions; and estimation and hypothesis testing. Analyses will be
carried out using Microsoft Excel.
Learning outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, students will be
expected to understand the nature and consequences of natural
variability in data; express a problem in statistical terms; summarise
data graphically and statistically, either manually or via a computer
package; understand and interpret economic index numbers; understand the
nature of a time series and how it is analysed; estimate and test
parameters in simple situations; and understand basic statistical
terminology in published material.
Information Systems in
Organisations
Students will be introduced to the Informatics discipline as the study
of the use of information technology, particularly as applied through
information systems, in conducting the work of government, business and
other organisations. Students will gain a conceptual framework for
understanding the nature and purpose of Informatics by examining typical
kinds of information systems, the data, information and knowledge they
embody, the technologies they deploy and the management and social
issues they raise.
Learning outcomes: On successful completion of this unit, students will
be able to discuss the nature, kinds, components and impacts of
information systems and their use as a fundamental part of
organisational processes. They will be able to interpret the concepts of
systems, information and technology, give examples of the methodologies
used in building information systems and recognise the roles of the
various stakeholders in the development and operation of systems. They
will have developed written, oral and visual communication skills and be
able to apply them.
Introduction to International
Business
This unit will cover a range of topics relevant to both the environment
and competitive strategy of international business. Topics will include
globalisation, International Trade and Payments, geographical, cultural
and institutional factors, regional blocs and markets, international
dimensions of marketing, strategic management, human resource
management, and e-business.
Learning outcomes: On completion of this unit students will be able to
appreciate the major factors and issues affecting the development of
international business; appreciate the international context in which
businesses operate; recognize the impact of social, economic and
cultural factors on the business environment; and understand how
geographical and institutional forces shape international trade.
Organisational Behaviour
Prerequisite:
Introduction to Management
This subject is designed to assist students in developing their people
skills so that they can become a state-of-the-art manager. This will be
achieved by providing students with the concepts, theories, issues and
insights into the behavioural aspects of individuals and work groups.
The purpose of this subject is to study human behaviour in organisations
at the individual and group level and to identify the effect of
organisation structure and processes on behaviour.
Learning outcomes: Upon completion of this subject students will have
developed or improved their skills in analysis and problem solving;
academic competencies as they relate to written and oral presentations;
application of basic and enduring principles developed from the study of
organisational behaviour as they apply to the workplace; comprehension
of the interactions between the various theoretical approaches in
organisational behaviour.
(g) Total
Course Duration /Weekly Instruction Hours
Full-time (2 Terms of Study Period):
For full-time students, each subject has minimum of 36 contact hours for
lectures excluding tutorials. In addition, student is expected to spend
a minimum of 20 hours on assignment/s and 50 hours of private study. The
suggested teaching model as follows:
Part-time (4
Terms of Study Period):
For Part-time students, each subject has minimum of 36 contact hours for
lectures cum tutorials. In addition, student is expected to spend a
minimum of 20 hours on assignment/s and 50 hours of private study. THe
suggested teaching model as follows:
Week 1 to 8: Classes about 2
times per week (7pm to 10pm)
Week 9 to10: Intensive classes
per subject - 12 hrs per subject.
(Friday: 7pm
to 10pm, Saturday: 2pm to 5pm and Sunday: 9am to 4pm)
Week 11: Examination preparation
week
Week 12: Examination week
Week 1 to 8: Classes about 2
times per week (7pm to 10pm)
Week 9 to10: Intensive classes
per subject - 12 hrs per subject.
(Friday: 7pm
to 10pm, Saturday: 2pm to 5pm and Sunday: 9am to 4pm)
Week 11: Examination preparation
week
Week 12: Examination week
Week 1 to 8: Classes about 2
times per week (7pm to 10pm)
Week 9 to10: Intensive classes
per subject - 12 hrs per subject.
(Friday: 7pm
to 10pm, Saturday: 2pm to 5pm and Sunday: 9am to 4pm)
Week 11: Examination preparation
week
Week 12: Examination week
Week 1 to 8: Classes about 2
times per week (7pm to 10pm)
Week 9 to10: Intensive classes
per subject - 12 hrs per subject.
(Friday: 7pm
to 10pm, Saturday: 2pm to 5pm and Sunday: 9am to 4pm)
Week 11: Examination preparation
week
Week 12: Examination
week
Note:
For example, if student commencing his/her study from April to June of
the year, Term 1 will be from April to June of the year. Subsequently,
Term 2 for this student will be from July to September of the year.
(h)
Notification of Results of Assessment
The grading
system used for both undergraduate and graduate units at the University
is as follows:
HD
High Distinction
D
Distinction
CR
Credit
P
Pass
UP
Ungraded Pass (pass grade for subjects assessed on a Pass/Fail basis
only)
NW
Fail result based on written notification of withdrawal from subject
after due date
NX
Fail result based on failure to reach pass grade in a subject having
completed all the subject assessment requirements
NC
Fail result based on failure to complete one or more of the
assessment requirements for the subject
NS
Fail result based on failure to sit for a final examination (NS is
an optional subcategory of NC)
NN
Fail result based on non-participation in a subject
WD
Withdrawal approved by Division for good cause
WH
Withheld result – interim result pending finalization
NT
Subject continuing over more than one academic year
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Inapplicable or unavailable
Appeals
Students who are dissatisfied with a Fail grade may seek a review of
their result. The “Review of Subject Results” form can be
obtained from the Admin Office. Any appeal is to be submitted to the
Admin Office within one week after the release of the results via
website (www.am.edu.sg). Result of the appeal will then be notified by
post.
Academic Staff
AM
School of Business Studies Pte Ltd uses Academic staff that are approved
by the Council of Private Education (CPE) and also approved teaching
staff for the Bachelor of Business Administration Program by the Dean of
the Faculty of Business and Government, University of Canberra. This
approach of academic staffing for the Diploma of Business Administration
program and regular performance appraisal ensures the quality of staff
contribution.
Illness
If a student
is hampered by illness or serious cause during any term, and formal
assessment of their work is adversely affected, they must notify the
Admin Office as soon as possible. Written notification with supporting
evidence, such as a medical certificate that advises that the illness
would have affected their performance, must be received before the
scheduled time of the final assessment of the subject.
In the
event of an illness during an examination, the student must
notify, obtain and submit the “Request for Deferred Examination”
form to the Admin Office at the earliest opportunity. The form is to be
submitted together with a supporting medical certificate includes, but
is not limited to the following:
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A medical certificate
stating that you were ill and unable to sit the examination
on the date stipulated
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A police report
outlining circumstances as to why you could not sit the examination
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A report from a
psychologist or counselor
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A death certificate or
coroners report
Generally, if a student sits for the examination, no consideration will
be given for illness when the examination is marked.
Student Progress and Exclusion from Studies
If a
student fails to make the required academic progress in their course,
they may be subject to academic probation. An appropriate authority may
direct that a student who has failed to make sufficient academic
progress be placed on academic probation, which includes the imposition
of conditions of continued enrolment. Failure to meet the conditions
will result in the student being excluded from their course of study.
A
student who is excluded from a course is excluded for a period
which is indicated on the notice of exclusion. To resume studies the
student must submit an “Application for Admission” form and
should include information that they have an improved likehood of
success should they be admitted. Any application for readmission after
the period of exclusion has expired will be considered on its merits
along with other applications for admission to that course.
A
student who is excluded from a subject will be advised of the period of
exclusion in the notice of exclusion.
Maximum Period to Complete a Course
Students must complete the academic requirements for their course within
a specified maximum period in order to be awarded the Diploma of
Business Administration. The maximum period for the completion of a
course leading to an award is normally 5 years. The period is calculated
retrospectively in time from the date the student successfully completed
every matter specified in his/her study program.
(i)
Transcript of Academic Record
Students who have completed the academic requirements of their course
will automatically receive one free transcript when the course
completion is certified, subject to any restrictions under the policy of
the AM School of Business Studies Pte Ltd.
(j)
Fees/Classroom/Class Size
Classroom:
02
Suggested Class Size: 20 to 30 students
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Description
of payment |
SGD |
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1 |
Tuition fee per subject is SGD
750
Total tuition fee = SGD 750 x
8 subjects
Students
are given interest free monthly installment during the
terms
of studies
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6,000 |
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2 |
Non-tuition fee
(non-refundable):
a.
Application Fee
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200 |
Notes:
There is no GST.
All fees are in Singapore
Dollars and are payable to AM School of Business Studies Pte Ltd
in accordance with the above schedule. Candidates who do not comply with
the fee schedule will not be permitted to proceed with the
program.
Fee Payment Policy
An administrative charge of
1% per working day will be levied on each late payment of the course
fee.
Refund Policy
A full refund of the total course fee or
part thereof will be made if notice of withdrawal is received at least
30 working days BEFORE the commencement of the course.
However, only written correspondence is regarded as a valid form of
withdrawal notice. Course withdrawals through telephone calls will not
be entertained.
There will be no refund of course fee paid
in the event of a withdrawal made WITHIN 30 working days
prior to the commencement of the course.
The application fee of S$200 is strictly
non-refundable in such instances above.
(k) Admission
Procedures
The admission procedures are established by the AM School of Business
Studies Pte Ltd’s Academic Board and will consider applications for
admission using the Admission Requirements as its terms of reference.
Application
There are two intakes each year for full-time students (January and
July) and four intakes each year for part-time students (January, April,
July and October). The application periods are usually 1 month before
the commencement of the intake.
Applicants should submit the completed application form, certified true
copies of academic qualifications (certificates and transcripts)
together with an application fee of S$200.00 (for successful applicants,
this will be part of the total course fee and for those applications
that are rejected by the University, the application fee will be
refunded).
Offer of Place
Applicants who have been selected to undertake the Diploma of Business
Administration program will receive an Offer of Place. The Offer of
Place will indicate the expiry date by which the offer must be accepted.
Any person accepting an Offer of Place is required to accept by the
expiry date.
Deferment of Acceptance of Offer
AM School of Business Studies Pte Ltd may grant deferment of the
acceptance of an Offer of Place to intending students. Applicants
seeking to defer their acceptance must notify the institution by the
date for accepting their Offer of Place.
Withdrawal of Studies
Students withdrawing from
the Diploma of Business Administration program will be regarded as
withdrawn from all subjects in current or future terms. Notification of
course withdrawal must be made in writing to the Admin Office.
Students who withdraw from
their course will have to apply for readmission in order to continue
studies at the school.
Under such circumstances,
students will be required to clear all outstanding payments. Legal
action will be taken against students who fail to clear their
outstanding payments before the stipulated deadline.
Deferment of Studies
Students, who require a
deferment of their studies, are required to fill up and submit the
“Request for Deferment of Studies” form to the Admin Office.
In addition, students are
required to clear any outstanding tuition fee for the term before they
will be allowed to defer their studies. Kindly note that the maximum
deferment period allowed is one year. A deferment of more than one year
will be considered a withdrawal.
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