Degree Foundation Course

Recognised for entry to several UK universities as an alternative to A-levels. The course is arranged in such a way that students are able to choose from a wide range of subject areas for university study.

This is a nine-month course starting in October or January. Its result is based on marks obtained in coursework as well as examinations. Students take four subjects, two of which are compulsory and two are optional from the list below
· Accountancy * Economics
· Law * Business Studies
· Computing * Mathematics

Communication skills, Introduction to Maths and IT are compulsory subjects.

Entry Requirements
High School leaving certificate including Maths and English (or equivalent), or over 18 years as a mature student. It may be necessary to demonstrate a sufficient standard in English before joining the college.

GCSE(1 Year)
The GCSE courses aim to provide students with a deep awareness and understanding of their subject and place a great emphasis on coursework and continuous assessment. In some subjects there is also an oral examination. It is hoped that successful students will be better equipped to meet future challenges whether they be academic or professional.

GCSE courses start in September and prepare students for the June examinations of the following year.

The department currently offers the following subjects:
Law
Business Studies
Accountancy
Economics
Maths
Computing
English Language
GCE ‘A’ Levels (Two Years)
GCE 'A' Level courses start in September and prepare students for the June examinations of the following year.

This examination now comprises two parts, AS and A, both of which are offered in the following subjects:
Business Studies
Accountancy
Economics
Maths
Computing
English Language

Overseas students are reminded of need to have a selection of subjects in order to cover Home Office 15 hours Rule.

LCCI (London Chambers of Commerce and Industry)

Certificate(Six Months/One Year)
Diploma (one or two year) in Business Studies
Certificate and Diploma (I) and (II) in Business Administration
Certificate and Diploma (I) and (II) in Business Practice
Certificate and Diploma (I) and (II) in Marketing
Certificate and Diploma (I) and (II) in Travel and Tourism
And other short courses (see below)

The aim of these intensive courses is to provide students with a firm foundation in Business Studies. It is suitable for those individual student who wish to gain a sound understanding of business and industry in a relatively short period of time in order to enter employment or for students who require an introductory course in preparation for higher level courses such as the BTEC HND in Business, CIM Diploma or University degree.

The programme covers the following subjects:

LCCI Marketing Diploma (I) and (II)

Entry requirements?
Age 18 or over with two ‘A’ Levels or equivalents. Or suitable for those students who have completed their secondary education. Mature students without that formal background are also encouraged to consider this exciting development opportunity.

The aim of this intensive course is to provide students with a firm foundation in Marketing.

It is suitable for those individuals who wish to gain a sound understanding of Marketing in a relatively short period of time in order to enter employment or for students who require an introductory course in preparation for higher level courses such as the BTEC HND, CIM Diploma or University degree.

Course Content
Nature of marketing,
The role of marketing,
Marketing organization,
Customer behaviour,
Marketing research, analysis and decision,
Marketing planning process and implementation,
Marketing mix, tactics and strategies,
Customer care, service marketing international marketing, marketing, it and the internet

LCCI Diploma in Business Administration

It is suitable for those individuals who wish to gain a sound understanding of Business Administration in a relatively short period of time in order to enter employment or for students who require an introductory course in preparation for higher level courses such as the BTEC HND, CIM Diploma or University degree.

Course Content
Business Administration
Business Practice
Documentation
Procedures and information
Organisation and Personal effectiveness
Business Communication
Practical Computing and Information System

Advertising (LCCI)
Course Content
The role of advertising, types of advertising,
the advertiser, the advertising agency,
creating press advertisements, creating broadcast commercials,
producing advertisements, production of commercials, selection of media,
media research, media planning and buying, voluntary controls, the law and advertising, advertising evaluation and assessment and the impact of technology.

Public Relations (LCCI)
The Nature of Public Relations, The Publics of Public Relations, Public Relations in Developing Countries, Export Public Relations, Community Relations,Preparation for Public Relations, Channels of Communication: Methods and Techniques, Public Relations own Media Exhibitions, Sponsorship, Developments and Trends.

Selling & Sales Management (LCCI)
Channels of distribution, organisation and control, training, forecasting, sales records, selling techniques

Internet Marketing and E-Commerce
The Electronic Environment, introduction to Internet tools, E-commerce overview -Information Online, Introduction to Web site design, The Internet Marketing Plan, Managing Customer Relations Online, Product and Pricing on the Internet & The Internet Marketing Budget.

Business Communications
Process, lines, written and oral presentation, interview techniques, meetings and committees. Business English in Communications, Business Communications in Presentations, Business Communication in Meetings Written communication, Modern Communication Techniques, Project Work.

Case Studies
To demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the marketing planning process and to develop a creative an innovative marketing plan.
1. Critically evaluate case studies using a wide variety of marketing techniques, concepts and models and an understanding of contemporary marketing issues.
2. Understand and apply competitive positioning strategies within a given case study.

CIM - Marketing
THE QUALIFICATION IS VALUABLE AS RECOGNITION IN MARKETING SKILLS AT VARIOUS LEVELS. IT MAY ALSO BE USED FOR UNIVERSITY ENTRY TOWARDS MBA, MA or MSc.

Course content
The examinations are divided into 3 stages:
1 and 2 ( The Certificate and Advanced Certificate) contain the standard business subjects emphasising their role in and relevance to the concept of marketing.

The Diploma concentrates on the application of marketing skills and knowledge to corporate objectives.

Stage
1:Certificate Stage
2:Advanced Certificate Stage
3:Diploma

1. Marketing Fundamentals 1. Marketing Operations 1. International Marketing Strategy
2. Customer Communications 2. Effective Management 2. Marketing

for Marketing Communications Strategy
3. Marketing in Practice 3. Marketing Customer 3. Strategic Marketing

Interface Planning & Control
4. Marketing Environment 3. Management Information 4. Strategic Marketing

for Marketing & Sales Management case study

Students cannot attempt Advanced Certificate subjects until they have passed at least two subjects from the Certificate similarly the Diploma subjects until they have at least two subjects from the Advanced Certificate.

Course Structure and Entry Requirements
The Examinations for all parts are held twice a year and courses start in –
1. January/February preparing for June examinations
2. July/August preparing for December examinations.

Students should take 4 subjects at each course/examination sitting

Qualification Duration Entry Requirements (or equivalent)

Certificate 1 year 1 ‘A’ Level and 3/5 GCSEs or
1 year marketing work experience
Advanced Certificate 1 year HND/Non relevant degree or
3 years marketing work experience
Diploma 1 year Marketing related degree or
6 years marketing work experience

Decisions on the entry level for students can only be made by CIM which will also provide more detailed information on their requirements

Certificate and Diploma Courses (One Year)

ABE - Association of Business Executives

Business Administration

Travel and Tourism

Computing

In itself, this is a globally recognised qualification offering the skills needed in employment or running one’s own business. It is recognised by several other professional bodies for obtaining exemptions from their examinations (CIMA, ACCA, CAT, CIB).

The ABE Diploma or Advanced Diploma is recognised by many universities for entry to their courses at year 2 or 3.

This is a cost effective and speedier option towards obtaining a degree.

ABE Diploma

ABE Advanced Diploma

MBA

MSC

BA (Hons)Yr 3

Professional Qualifications

University

BA (Hons)

Degrees Yr 2


Business Administration

Course Content
Diploma 1 Economics
Accounting
Organisational Behaviour
Business Communication
Diploma 2 Marketing
Human Resource Management
Quantitative Methods
Managerial Accounting
(Plus one from the following)
Business Law
Systems Analysis
Advanced Diploma
Corporate Strategy
Management Organisation
International Business
And two from
Corporate Finance
Managing the Information Resource
Strategic marketing
Strategic H.R.M.

Course Duration
Each of the above can be taken on an intensive basis in 3/5 months, starting in January or July/September for June or December examinations. They may also be taken on an 8 month basis starting October. The Certificate stage is offered on a 5 month basis.

Entry Qualifications For ABE Courses
Diploma 1 2 ‘A’ Levels
Or equivalent for overseas
Or over 21 yrs old with work experience
Or ABE Certificate
Diploma 2 Diploma 1
Advanced Diploma Business Studies Degree
HND or Non-Business Degree
Or Diploma 2

Note: Competence in English is required before commencing Diploma 1 (IELTS 4.5)

The certificate stage will have to be taken if the requirements for entry to Diploma 1 are not met.(5 months course, open entry)