Advanced Diploma in International Business (Awarded by MDIS & Recognised by Southern Cross University, Australia)
About the Course Course Curriculum International Application Local Application
Objectives
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To equip participants with practical business concepts to understand and to handle some challenges of managing across national borders.
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To inculcate students the spirit of entrepreneurship to venture into international business arena.
Assessment Methods
Students are assessed in each unit by various methods. These include researched essays and reports, reports, presentation, case studies, problem solutions portfolio, online discussions, tests and exams.
Students may also be asked to participate in group work as well as individuals assignments. The weighting of assessment marks between assignments and examination varies.
Graduation and Degree/Certificate/Diploma
Candidates who successfully complete all coursework and pass the examinations will be awarded the MDIS Advanced Diploma in International Business recognised by Southern Cross University for the purposes of advanced standing into certain Southern Cross University's courses subject to the University’s rules and regulation.
About The University
Southern Cross University
Southern Cross University is a dynamic, contemporary Australian university. It is proud of its reputation for quality teaching and the strength of its research achievements. It is established under its own Act of Parliament and is a full member of the nearly 500-strong global Association of Commonwealth Universities.
The University is named after the constellation of stars that appears in the night sky in the Southern Hemisphere. The constellation is a potent symbol in Australia’s history and also forms part of the Australian national flag.
Southern Cross University offers degrees at Associate, Bachelor, Masters and Doctoral levels. The University has more than 16,000 students enrolled from throughout Australia and 80 countries around the world. The University is currently part of seven Australian Co-operative Research Centres.
Southern Cross University collaborates with other international institutions in the delivery of courses in China, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Singapore, Thailand and the USA. The University is committed to enhancing the lives and helping to advance the careers of all our international students.
Southern Cross University is based on the north coast of New South Wales, Australia – a region renowned for its extraordinary beauty. Its campuses are located at Lismore, Coffs Harbour and Tweed Gold Coast, and the Hotel School Sydney, which it runs in partnership with Mulpha Australia.
Southern Cross Business School
The Southern Cross Business School offers a comprehensive range of business and information technology degrees that are informed by research, reviewed by industry leaders and taught by experts.
The Business School offers opportunities for lifelong learning through its undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, which are all tailored to meet industry demands.
Our students – whether they are school leavers or business executives – acquire the professional qualifications specifically required and most in demand throughout the public and private business and information technology sectors. Our programmes are designed to build students' knowledge and capabilities, and open doors and opportunities for them anywhere in the world.
The research programme of the Business School addresses regionally relevant issues relating to public policy, regional economic development, corporate governance, leadership, human resources development and organisational change.
 Southern Cross University, Australia CRICOS: 01241G, 03135E
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Southern Cross University is a dynamic, contemporary Australian university. It is proud of its reputation for quality teaching and the strength of its research achievements. It is established under its own Act of Parliament and is a full member of the more than 500 institution-strong global Association of Commonwealth Universities.
The University is named after the constellation of stars that appears in the night sky of the Southern Hemisphere. The constellation is a potent symbol in Australia's history and also forms part of the Australian national flag.
Southern Cross University offers degrees at Associate, Bachelor, Masters and Doctoral levels. The University has more than 16,000 students enrolled from throughout Australia and 80 countries around the world. It has developed industry partnerships and strong links with business and the professions to provide a practical emphasis as well as a rigorous appreciation of theory. |
SCU offers industry relevant degrees that focus on business, tourism, environmental and health sciences, indigenous studies, education, law and a broad range of the arts. The University is currently part of seven Australian Co-operative Research Centres
Southern Cross University collaborates with other international institutions in the delivery of courses in China, Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Singapore, Thailand and the USA. The University is committed to enhancing the lives and helping to advance the careers of all our international students.
Southern Cross University is based on the north coast of New South Wales, Australia - a region renowned for its extraordinary beauty. Its campuses are located at Lismore, Coffs Harbour, Gold Coast, Tweed Heads, and the Hotel School Sydney, which it runs in partnership with Mulpha Australia.
Production & Operations Management
The module introduces student to the concept of production or operations management and the various analytical tools. Upon completion students should be able to deal with problems involved in production and operations management by applying the concepts, ideas and analytical tools taught.
Marketing Communications
The module aims to create an awareness of the different facets of marketing communications. For example, advertising, public relations, sales management, below-the-line media and the focus on integrated marketing communications approach.
Financial Management
The module provides students with an understanding of the various methods of raising funds for investment under risk and uncertainty. It also aims to provide students with the principles and techniques involved in making investment decision to maximize possible returns; the optimal financial structure and the distribution of wealth to shareholders and financial statements analysis and their implications.
Management of HR & The Practice of Management
The module equips students with the essential knowledge and skills in the management of human resources within an orgainisation, and to develop and implement policies and practices to meet the company’s needs. It also aims to develop an understanding of key managerial concepts, both traditional and ‘modern’ related to management as a profession, and to provide a sound basis on which to build knowledge specific managerial activities.
Micro-economics
The module provides students with an understanding of how society resolves the problem of scarcity and the different mechanism through which society decides what, how and for whom to produce. It also shows the demand behaviour of consumers and the supply decisions of producers, and how a market reconciles demand and supply through price adjustments. Students will also understand how differences in market structure affect competition and the output decisions of firms.
Managing E-Business
The module provides students with an understanding of the concepts and principles of e-business along with the strategies and business processes that enables practitioners to position their organizations for success. Students would be able to explain how business work on the internet, map out marketing strategies on the internet and understand the legal and security issues concerning e-businesses.
Structure and Duration
Day Programme (for International students only)
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6 modules
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Minimum 6 months
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2 modules per term
Commencement Date
Class Intake for 2012
: : Day Programme (Full-time): Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov
Fees
: : Application Fee: S$267.50 + $30 (ICA student pass processing fee)
: : Tuition Fees: S$6,955
* All fees quoted are inclusive of GST.
* Non-tuition fees are not included.
Entry Requirements
Interested applicants must possess ONE of the following entry requirements:
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A full GCE 'A' Level certificate with 2 'A' and 2 'AO' passes
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MDIS Diploma in International Business
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Any MDIS Diploma in business related discipline
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Other recognised local/overseas polytechnics or professional institutes
Other equivalent qualification may be considered on a case by case basis
Additional Criteria
Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English
Applicants without C6 credit in English (EL1) at GCE ‘O’ Levels as First Language or its equivalent are required:-
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To sit and pass English Entrance Test conducted by MDIS;
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To score a minimum of band 6.0 in IELTS conducted by the British Council
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To score 213 points (computer-based) or 550 points (paper-based) in TOEFL
Application Procedure
International student is required to apply for student pass if he/she wishes to study full-time in Singapore.
Applicant is required to submit the following documents to MDIS:
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MDIS Application Form
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4 recent passport-size photographs of the applicant. (against white background)
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1 copy of Immigration and Checkpoint Authority (ICA) e-Form 16
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Copy of applicant's passport pages showing his/ her particulars and travel and travel document's date of validity. (At least 1 year)
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Copy of applicant's Birth Certificate / Affidavit
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Copy of applicant's Certified / Notarised copy of Education Results/Certificates and Transcripts ( with detailed results)
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Copy of the student pass (For applicants transferred from other schools in Singapore) or Notification for Cancellation of Student Pass, Visit pass and Embarkation Form.
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Must show proof of English Medium Study / First Placement Test Attempted / IELTS / TOEFL
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Copy of financial ability. (e.g. bank statement, fixed deposit / saving account ) • Visa Required Country only (E.g. minimum amount of RMB150, 000 for PRC only)
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Proof of parent's occupation (PRC only)
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University Matriculation Form (if applicable)
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Letter by applicant indicating interest to study with MDIS (study plan/ statement of purpose) for Master programmes
*Notarized English translations are needed if documents are in other languages.
The MDIS application form shall be accompanied by the registration fee of S$250.00 (exclude prevailing GST) and ICA student pass processing fee of SGD 30.00 payable either by cash, credit card or demand draft/telegraphic transfer from the student.
For more enquiries, please contact us at 6278 8000 or email us at ib@mdis.edu.sg.
MDIS permits students to pay their course fee in instalments. An administrative charge of S$107.00 (inclusive of GST) will be levied on each late instalment payment of the course fee. Fees are payable upon confirmation and acceptance of the place in the programme before the programme commencement. You may pay your fee by cash, NETS, VISA, MasterCard, AMEX or by cheque or through our financial assistance scheme.If payment is by cheque, please indicate the details of the programme applied for on the back of the cheque, stating clearly you personal particulars and company name. Unless otherwise stated, all fees are inclusive of GST.
Please note that under the Private Education Act, all students will enter into a Fee Protection Scheme contract with MDIS.
Student Pass Application
International student is required to apply for student pass if he/she wishes to study full-time in Singapore.
Structure and Duration
Evening Programme (for Local students only)
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6 modules
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Minimum 10 months
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2 modules per term
Day Programme (for Local students only)
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6 modules
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Minimum 6 months
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2 modules per term
Commencement Date
Class Intake for 2012
: : Day Programme (Full-time): Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep, Nov
: : Evening Programme (Part-time): Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct
Fees:
: : Application Fees: S$21.40
Day Programme
: : Tuition Fees: S$5,029.00
Evening Programme
: : Tuition Fees: S$4,708.00
* All fees quoted are inclusive of GST.
* Non-tuition fees are not included.
Entry Requirements
Interested applicants must possess ONE of the following entry requirements:
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A full GCE 'A' Level certificate with 2 'A' and 2 'AO' passes
OR
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MDIS Diploma in International Business
OR
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Any MDIS Diploma in business related discipline
OR
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Other recognised local/overseas polytechnics or professional institutes
Other equivalent qualification may be considered on a case by case basis
Additional Criteria
Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English
Applicants without C6 credit in English (EL1) at GCE ‘O’ Levels as First Language or its equivalent are required:-
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To sit and pass English Entrance Test conducted by MDIS;
OR
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To score a minimum of band 6.0 in IELTS conducted by the British Council
OR
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To score 213 points (computer-based) or 550 points (paper-based) in TOEFL
Financial Assistance Scheme
Student loans from the organisations listed below are available to Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents. Please contact the organisations directly to find out how you may benefit from their services
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STUDY LOANS
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CREDIT CARD INTEREST FREE 0% INSTALMENT PLANS
a) For All Progammes(6 to 12 months)
b) For Degree & Masters Programmes (24 months)
Application Procedure
All applications must be submitted four weeks before the commencement date. It is important that applicants apply early for specific intakes.
All applications must be accompanied with a non-refundable application fee stated below and attach the following supporting documents duly certified (if applicable):
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Completed application form that can be obtained from MDIS website or at any of our centres
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Photocopy of NRIC / Passport
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All educational certificates and transcripts (Certified-true copies)
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Other relevant educational / professional /training certificates
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2 Photographs
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Curriculum Vitae (CV)
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Copy of Medical Insurance (if any)
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Registration fee of $32.10 (non-refundable)
For more enquiries, please contact any of our programme consultants at 6247 9111 / 6372 1000 or email us at etc@mdis.edu.sg.
For more enquiries, please contact any of our programme consultants at 6247 9111 / 6372 1000 or email us at Management Development Institute of SIngapore Pte Ltd (MDIS Pte Ltd) collects course fees in accordance to the fees structure stipulated in the standard PEI-Student Contract. An administrative charge of S$107.00 (inclusive of GST) will be levied on each late instalment payment of the course fee. Fees are payable upon confirmation and acceptance of the place in the programme before the programme commencement.
Payment can be made by cash, NETS, VISA, MasterCard, AMEX, Tele-graphic Transfer or by cheque or through our financial assistance scheme. For cheque payment, please indicate the details of the programme applied for on the back of the cheque, stating clearly you personal particulars and company name.
Cheques must be crossed and made payable to "MDIS Pte Ltd". Student Name, NRIC/FIN Number and Course Title should be written on the reverse of your cheque.
Please note that under the Private Education Act, all students will enter into a Fee Protection Scheme contract with MDIS.
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Duration of Course | Full-time: Minimum 6 months & Part-time: 10 months
Degree Awarded | ADVANCED DIPLOMA
Class Intake for 2012
For Day Programme
Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sep & Nov
For Evening Programme
Jan, Apr, Jul & Oct
MDIS Dhoby Ghaut :+65 6372 1000
MDIS Main Campus :+65 6247 9111
FAX [65] 6796 7788
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