Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Business and Management (Top-Up)Awarded by: University of Sunderland, UK

Programme Objectives

  • To enable students to demonstrate relevant knowledge and understanding of organisations, the external environment in which they operate and how they are managed.
  • To develop and maintain an awareness and understanding of business in a regional, national and international context.
  • To develop students with a range of subject specific and transferable skills which will prepare them for a career within a wide range of commercial and not-for-profit organisations and business start-up.
  • To develop independent life-long learners.
  • To deliver a programme that is attractive to employers at regional, national and international levels.

Assessment Methods

Students are assessed based on practical assessments, coursework and written examinations.

Why University of Sunderland, UK

We could give you dozens of reasons, but these are at the top of Sunderland students' list.

  • The University of Sunderland is a truly life-changing university, providing higher education since 1901
  • Best in the North East for satisfaction with teaching including Management and Marketing (The Guardian University Guide 2017)
  • Ranked 27th in The Guardian University Guide 2018: League Table for Accounting & Finance
  • Ranked 52th in The Guardian University Guide 2018: League Table for Business, Management & Marketing
  • Ranked 71th Overall in The Guardian University League Tables 2018: the highest climber in 2017, rising 30 places in the table
  • Top University in the North East of UK (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2019)
  • Member of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)

Course Highlights:

  • Combination of examinations and assignments

The University of Sunderland is an innovative, forward-thinking university with high standards of teaching, research and support that sits at the heart of one of the UK's most up-and-coming cities. We have strong industry links and work closely with some of the world's leading companies. Testament to our growing reputation, the University was nominated for University of the Year in 2013 (Times Higher Education Awards)

Our Faculty of Business and Law is recognised worldwide; with students from over 70 countries and a presence on three continents, we are playing a major role in preparing tomorrow’s leaders for long and succesful careers.

Our programmes are highly regarded in terms of student experience, teaching standards and relevance to the real world. This has been recognised in the National Student Survey 2012, where Tourism at Sunderland was voted best in the UK for Overall Satisfaction.

We believe that employability is at the heart of the university experience, and this is underpinned by the drive to develop six key attributes in our graduates: capable, enquiring, creative, enterprising, ethical and global in outlook.
Whatever your future ambitions, make a life-changing decision by choosing to study at the University of Sunderland.

Graduate Outcomes

A degree in Business and Management is highly relevant to the needs of organisations of all sizes. This programme gives you the opportunity to develop skills which you can use in the future.

Graduation

Students who successfully complete the programme will be awarded the Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Business and Management from the University of Sunderland, UK. The degree will be the same as that awarded to the full-time students at the University main campus in the UK.

Progression

Upon successful completion of this programme, students will progress to the MBA Programme from the University of Sunderland, UK.

Year 2

Managing Self and Others (30 Credits)

Delivering Projects for Organisational Success (30 Credits)

Integrated Marketing Practice (30 Credits)

Corporate Finance and Portfolio Valuation (30 Credits )

Year 3

Strategic Leadership and Collaboration (30 Credits)

Managing Business Continuity and Resilience (30 Credits)

Leading and Implementing Organisational Change (30 Credits)

Business Consultancy Project (30 Credits)

 

Profile of lecturers and their respective teaching modules:

The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 100 (lecture)

The average lecturer/student ratio is 1 : 30 (tutorial)

Click here to download profiles of lecturers.

Duration & Intakes

Full-time
Duration  Commencement  Completion
18 Months (Year 2)  October 2024  April 2026
9 Months (Year 3) October 2024 July 2025

 

Part-time
Duration  Commencement  Completion
36 Months (Year 2)
 October 2024  October 2027
18 Months (Year 3)  October 2024  April 2026

 

Fees & Structure

Structure Year of Entry Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST)
Full-time / Part-time Year 2 S$23,435.00 S$700.00 - S$1,900.00
Year 3 S$14,715.00

Application fees: S$163.50

Note:

# All application fees are non-refundable.
# All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
# Local: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme. 
# Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop and fee protection scheme.
# International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees, MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
# Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
# Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.

 

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be of age 17 and above and possess one of the following entrance requirements:

Year 2 Entry:

MDIS Diploma in Management Studies

OR

Higher National Certificate in a business-related discipline

OR

Non-business related Diploma from local/overseas polytechnic with entry requirement of 10 yrs of formal education

OR

Business related PEIs diploma (with entry requirement of 12 years of formal education)

Note: All applications are subject to University approval.

Year 3 Entry:

Higher National Diploma in business-related discipline

OR

MDIS Advanced Diploma in Management Studies

OR

Business related Diploma from local polytechnics

OR

PEI's business-related diploma and advanced diploma (equivalent to 1st & 2nd year external degree programme) with entry requirement of 12 years formal education 

Note: All applications are subject to University approval.

 

English Language Requirements

Possess a minimum C6 grade in English at GCE 'O' Level

OR

IELTS 6.0 (with no element below 5.5)

OR

MDIS Professional Certificate in English (PCIE)

OR

Pearson PTE 56 (no element lower than 51)

OR

Cambridge English Test Advanced - 169 (no element below 162)

OR

Pass MDIS English Placement Test

OR

Letter from College / University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English

OR

Equivalent

 

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.

 

Study Loans

 Organisation  Contact Number  Website
 TCC Limited  +65 6319 3700   http://www.tcc.org.sg
 DBS Bank  1800 111 1111  http://www.dbs.com.sg
 Maybank  1800 629 2265  http://www.maybank2u.com.sg

 

0% INTEREST CREDIT CARD INSTALMENT PLANS
For All Programmes (Available in 6 or 12 months)

 Organisation  Contact Number  Website
 Standard Chartered Bank  1800 747 7000  http://www.standardchartered.com.sg
 Maybank  1800 968 2265  http://www.maybank.com.sg
 UOB  1800 226 6121  http://www.uob.com.sg
 OCBC  1800 363 3333  http://www.ocbc.com.sg
 DBS  1800 111 1111  http://www.dbs.com
 POSB  1800 339 6666  http://www.posb.com.sg
 AMEX (Only 24 Months)  -  https://www.americanexpress.com/en-sg

 

Duration & Intakes

Full-time
Duration  Commencement  Completion
18 Months (Year 2)  October 2024  April 2026
9 Months (Year 3) October 2024 July 2025

 

Fees & Structure

Structure Year of Entry Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST) Non-Tuition Fees (inclusive of 9% GST)
Full-time Year 2  S$27,795.00 S$1,290.00 - S$2,800.00
Year 3  S$20,710.00

Application fee: S$490.50

Note:

# All application fees are non-refundable.
# All fees quoted are inclusive of GST at the prevailing rate.
# Local: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees (consumed year), MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance and fee protection scheme. 
# Non-tuition fees for part-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees (consumed year), MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop and fee protection scheme.
# International: Non-tuition fees for full-time programmes include MDIS membership entrance fee, membership subscription fees (consumed year), MDIS experience workshop, academic writing workshop, medical insurance, medical examination and administrative fee.
# Non-tuition fees for international students may vary.
# Non-tuition fees are non-refundable, refer to MDIS refund policy for more details.

 

Entry Requirements

Applicants must be of age 17 and above and possess one of the following entrance requirements:

Year 2 Entry:

MDIS Diploma in Management Studies

OR

Higher National Certificate in a business-related discipline

OR

Non-business related Diploma from local/overseas polytechnic with entry requirement of 10 yrs of formal education

OR

Business related PEIs diploma (with entry requirement of 12 years of formal education)

Note: All applications are subject to University approval.

Year 3 Entry:

Higher National Diploma in business-related discipline

OR

MDIS Advanced Diploma in Management Studies

OR

Business related Diploma from local polytechnics

OR

PEI's business-related diploma and advanced diploma(equivalent to 1st & 2nd year external degree programme) with entry requirement of 12 years formal education 

Note: All applications are subject to University approval.

 

English Language Requirements

Possess a minimum C6 grade in English at GCE 'O' Level

OR

IELTS 6.0 (with no element below 5.5)

OR

MDIS Professional Certificate in English (PCIE)

OR

Pearson PTE 56 (no element lower than 51)

OR

Cambridge English Test Advanced - 169 (no element below 162)

OR

Pass MDIS English Placement Test

OR

Letter from College / University clearly stating the Medium of Instruction of the highest qualification to be English

OR

Equivalent

 

Student Pass Application

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

For any programme enquiries, please contact our friendly consultants:

Mr Douglas Koh | Mobile/WhatsApp: +65 9430 1901 | Email: douglas_kohfb@mdis.edu.sg
Ms Nancy Kusuma| Mobile/WhatsApp: +65 9672 9699 | Email: nancy_kusuma@mdis.edu.sg

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Quick Information

Duration of Course
Full-time:
18 Months (Year 2)
9 Months (Year 3)

Part-time:
36 Months (Year 2)
18 Months (Year 3)

Award
DEGREE 

Commencement Dates

Full-time Programme (Year 2)
October

Full-time Programme (Year 3)
October

Part-time Programme (Year 2)
October

Part-time Programme (Year 3)
October

Contact Details

Local students:

+65 6247 9111

International students:
Main Hotline:

+65 6278 8000

+65 6796 7005

+65 6796 7009

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