Advanced Diploma in Business Computing (Awarded by MDIS, an Associate Institute of the University of Bradford, UK)

Objectives

• The increased usage of computers in support of business information system has created problems for traditionally educated managers in present day industry and commerce. Some may be trained in management techniques but have little knowledge in modern computing. Others may be competent in computing/information systems with little understanding of how an organisation runs. An education course should cover both aspects and produce graduates who are “hybrid” managers
• Our Advanced Diploma in Business Computing combines core modules in Computing with specialised modules in business and management. The areas covered include finance and accounting, business, economics, marketing, business information systems and international business
• To develop the participants' analytical and personal skills necessary to work in a specialised computing and management environment

Assessment Methods

Each module is assessed by assignment and an examination.

Graduation and Degree/Certificate/Diploma

Students who successfully complete the programme will be awarded with the Advanced Diploma in Business Computing awarded by MDIS, an Associate Institute of University of Bradford, UK.

University Details

The University of Bradford received its Royal Charter in 1966 but its origins date back to the 1860s. It is a research-led University, but nevertheless, its objective of 'Making Knowledge Work' ensures that much of the research is directly relevant to industry, commerce and the professions. The University of Bradford is also a member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU).

Annual statistics show that the University of Bradford's graduate employment record is one of the best in the UK. The University was ranked Number 1 for graduate employment in the North of England according to the Times Good University Guide 2007.

BRADFORD SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

The Bradford School of Management is one of Europe's leading full-service business schools offering programmes of management education at undergraduate, graduate, doctorate and executive levels.

The School of Management's full-time MBA programme was ranked in the Top 100 Business Schools in the world, and 10th in the UK by the Financial Times 2005 survey and was awarded the prestigious EQUIS accreditation for excellence in management education by the European Foundation for Management Development. It has a strong research record, which provides a unique combination of business oriented skills development and teaching evidenced through management research.

SCHOOL OF INFORMATICS

The School of Informatics comprises three departments: Computing (the largest department in the School), Electronic Imaging and Media Communications (EIMC). The Department of Computing was ranked Top 24 Computer Science Department in UK by the Education Guardian University Guide 2004.

The mission of the School is to provide an international research and learning environment and continue to advance the multi-disciplinary programme of research and education in computer science, digital media and its creative uses, cybernetics, and the Internet. Research in the department is flourishing and covers the areas of Networks and Performance Engineering; Intelligent and Quantum Information Systems; Modeling, Optimisation, Scheduling and Intelligent Control; Mobile Computing and Networks; Telecommunications.

The undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes in Computing began in 1968 and are amongst the longest running courses of their kind in the UK.

The undergraduate degree course in Business Computing, run in partnership with the School of Management, has been in existence for about 15 years. The accelerating convergence of information technology, telecommunications and media, and the emerging importance of mobility, is increasing the relevance and impact of informatics in all walks of life. The Business Computing course aims to provide tomorrow's managers with the awareness and skills they need in order to be able to harness these new developments to the requirements of their businesses.

In Singapore, the School of Management and Informatics are involved in the course design and review of the quality and standard of the MDIS certificate, diploma and advanced diploma courses that the University of Bradford recognises. As a result they are accepted as qualifying courses for entry into the Bradford University undergraduate courses in Management and Business Computing delivered by MDIS.

Testimonials

 

The Management Development Institute of Singapore (MDIS), founded in 1956, is Singapore's oldest not-for-profit professional institute for lifelong learning. MDIS has two subsidiaries: Management Development Institute of Singapore Pte Ltd (MDIS Pte Ltd) to oversee its Singapore academic operations, and MDIS International Pte Ltd to further its globalisation strategy.

Computing Project

The aim of this project is to provide participants with the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge gained from the various units in the development of software or a system to solve a practical problem. Participants are expected to analyse the problem and to design, document, implement and test the software or system, and review the project process and product. The selection of project and assignment a supervisor to oversee this project will be finalised in the 3rd term. The role of the supervisor to guide students in the completion of the project and refer them to the right sources and references. The project must be submitted to MDIS seven weeks immediately after the 3rd semester examinations. All course participants will have to undertake a computing project as part of the requirement for successful completion of this course.

Software and Information Processing

To introduce the tools needed for effective software development. This programme will provide students with the knowledge of software and computer languages used in current systems. The course contents include: Knowledge of application software; Systems software; Files and database; Information systems; Software development; Operations and control in the DP department; Practical exercises using modern applications.

Fundamentals of Objected Oriented Methods

To develop the object oriented approach to software design and development, paying particular attention to the issues of object oriented modeling, modularity, and software re-use. The course contents include: The concept of an object, Relationships between objects, such as inheritance and aggregation; Interaction between objects; Objects oriented modeling; Introduction to an object modeling language; Design patterns; Problem solving skill such as generation and specialisation, divide and conquer, etc.

Fundamentals of Human Computer Interaction

This module will allow students to appreciate the uses concerning human computer interaction. Students will gain experience on the design and evaluation of user interfaces as well as an appreciation of human and social issues relating to the field of computing. The course contents include: The origins and scope of Human Computer Interaction “HCI” and its importance in the development of usable computer systems; The cognitive and physical capabilities of users and its relevance to computer interaction, survey of input output and communications styles and their appropriateness for different types of user, task, environment and application area; The ways in which HCI can contribute to the various stages of the System Development Life Cycle “SDLC” to ensure usable systems; Future directions and challenges for HCI.

Marketing and Production Management

A study of the roles and contribution of both marketing and production in organisation. To provide an overview of the main components of the marketing mix to introduce the concept of production and operations management. The course contents include marketing concepts; Marketing planning and control; Segmentation, targeting and positioning; Marketing in context; Principles of marketing; Importance of POM and the “5Ps of Production”, Product/ Service package; Design and value; Pareto analysis and variety management, Work Study; Types of operation systems; Total quality management; Functions of operations planning and control; Manufacturing strategy.

Foundations of Accounting I and II

To provide an insight to the nature, significance and limitations of conventional finance accounting and to introduce principles and practices of management accounting. For financial accounting, the nature and significance of accounting information will be covered; Record keeping and data processing; Performance measurement and asses evaluation; Interpretation of accounts. For management accounting, the role of management accounting; Absorption and marginal costing; Break-even analysis; Budgetary control; Standard costing will be covered.

Software Development I

The course contentsinclude the introduction to software development; Defining creative and usingobjects; Communicating with Objects; Selecting structure; Java Data Types;Recognition; Arrays; Applets; Classes; Advanced use of classes; Handlingexceptional conditions.

Software Development II

To introduce programming using industrially relevant, object-oriented programming language. Modern approaches to software construction, such a s reusable components and basic user interfaces, will be introduced. The course contents include: 00 programming, Styling issues; Control structures (sequence, selection, and iteration); Introduction to intrinsic types; Evaluation of expressions’ Method invocations’ Simple GUIs; Design writing, testing and debugging of programmes.

Day Programme

The day programme can be completed in two terms with four modules delivered in each term. The minimum completion time is approximately 8 months.

Fees:

:: Application Fee       S$267.50 + $30 (ICA student pass processing fee)
:: Tuition Fees            S$6,955.00

* All fees quoted are inclusive of GST.
* Non-tuition fees are not included.

Entry Requirements

Applicants must possess one of the following entrance requirements:
GCE ‘A’ Level with minimum two principal level passes

    OR
Diploma in Information Technology awarded by MDIS

    OR
Other equivalent qualifications from recognised institutions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Preferably with work experience (NS can be considered as work experience)

    OR
Mature applicants with insufficient academic qualification but with a minimum of five years of relevant IT experience can be considered on a case-by-case basis

    OR
Higher NITEC (IT Related)

Additional Criteria

Applicants must possess a C6 pass in English Language (EL1) at GCE ‘O’ Level.

Applicants who do not meet the English requirements are required to:
Achieve a minimum of band 6.0 in the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) conducted by the British Council

    OR
Score a minimum of 213 points (Computer-based) or 550 points (Paperbased) in the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) conducted by the United States Education & Information Centre

    OR
Pass MDIS English Placement Test

Applicants must possess a C6 pass in Mathematics at GCE ‘O’ Level. Those who do not meet this requirement have to sit for a Mathematics Placement Test. Applicants who fail the test will be required to take a Mathematics Bridging Course

Student Pass Application

International student is required to apply for student pass if he/she wishes to study full-time in Singapore. Please click here for detail information.

Structure and Duration

Day and Evening Programme

• Consists of 7 modules and 1 project
• Minimum duration of 8 (Full-time) to 12 months (Part-time)
• 4 modules per term for Full-time and 2-3 modules per term for Part-time programme

Commencement Date

Class Intake for 2012
: : Day Programme       : Mar

 

Fees:

: : Application Fee        S$21.40

Day Programme

: : Tuition Fees             S$5,564

* All fees quoted are inclusive of GST.
* Non-tuition fees are not included.

Evening Programme
: : Tuition Fees             S$5,243

* 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:

• Full GCE 'A' Levels (2 'A' and 2 'AO' passes)

    OR

• Diploma awarded by MDIS or other recognised local/overseas Polytechnics or Professional Institutes

    OR

• Computing Diplomas from recognised institutes (NCC, HND, BTEC, etc)

Other equivalent qualification may be considered on a case by case basis

Additional Criteria

Applicants must also possess at least a C6 in English at GCE 'O' Levels.

Applicants who do not meet the English requirements are required to:

• Achieve a minimum score of 70 in the MDIS Professional Certificate in English (PCIE) test

    OR

• Achieve a minimum of 213 points (computer-based) or 550 points (paper-based) in the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) or 79 points (Internet–based) conducted by the United States Education & Information Centre

    OR

• Achieve a minimum of band 6.0 in the IELTS (International English Language Testing System) conducted by the British Council

    AND

• C6 credit in Mathematics (Applicants without a C6 credit in Mathematics are required to take the Maths Entrance test)

Financial Assistance Scheme

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Duration of Course | 8 - 12 months
Degree Awarded | ADVANCED DIPLOMA
Intake | 0 Students