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4 FOREWARD

5 WHY STUDY BUSINESS?

6 BAC STORY

8 PRE UNIVERSITY PROGRAMMES

• ‘A’ Levels

• Foundation in Arts

• Study & Life Skills Programme

12 DIPLOMA PROGRAMME

• Diploma in Business Management

14 UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMMES via Diploma in Business Management

• Bachelor Degree in Business Communication Concordia University Winconsin

• Bachelor Degree in Business Management Concordia University Winconsin

• BA (Hons) in Management and Business Pembrokeshire College International

• BA (Hons) Business Studies University of the West of England, Bristol

• BA (Hons) Business Enterprise University of the West of England, Bristol

• BA (Hons) Business Information Systems University of the West of England, Bristol

• BSc (Hons) Business in Property University of the West of England, Bristol

• BSc (Hons) Business Mathematics University of the West of England, Bristol

• Bachelor in Business Economics Aberystwyth University

• Bachelor in Business Finance Aberystwyth University

• BA (Hons) Business Administration Northumbria University

• BA (Hons) Business with Human Resource Northumbria University

• BA (Hons) Business Information Technology Northumbria University

• BA (Hons) Business Information Systems Northumbria University

• Bachelor of Business ACU National, Australia

• Bachelor of Business University of Tasmania

• Bachelor of Business Administration (Hospitality Management) University of Tasmania

• Bachelor of Business Administration (Tourism Management) University of Tasmania

30 DOUBLE MAJOR DEGREE PROGRAMMES via UK Transfer Degree Programme (Law)

• BA (Hons) Law with Business and Management Aberystwyth University

• BA (Hons) Law with Economics Aberystwyth University

• BA (Hons) Law with Accounting and Finance Aberystwyth University

32 POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

• ICSA The Malaysian Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) U21 Global

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Brickfields Asia College has a long tradition of producing World Class graduates in the fields of law and business relatedprograms. Our experience in preparing students to excel in external examinations such as the University of Cambridge “A”level examination, University of London (LLB) external examination and the Institute of Chartered Secretary and Administration(ICSA) – UK examination, has assisted in producing some of the world’s best candidates in various fields. The same approachand dedication has been extended to the business programmes.

The Business programme at Brickfields Asia College (BAC) is fully approved by the Malaysian Qualifying Agency (MQA) andaccepted as an equivalent to the first two (2) years of the undergraduate business program MME of various UK and Australianuniversities. The BAC Diploma in Business Management is also accepted as an equivalent to an Associate Degree by ourpartner universities in North America.

The Internship for the undergraduates of Business Programmes at BAC enables students to apply their knowledge in a realworld environment, thus allowing the College to constantly upgrade the curriculum in line with the ever changing globalbusiness environment.

I look forward to meeting you and welcoming you at BAC.

Dr. A. B. Zahari Principal School of Business

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Your business degree can be applied to virtually any industry andcan also be used to help you start your own business. Manystudents start their professional training with an undergraduatebusiness or business administration degree and proceed tograduate school or an MBA (Master's of BusinessAdministration). Many working adults take online college coursesin everything from business management to financial planning,making it easier to advance or change careers even after They'vestarted working.

A business degree provides a broad exposure to all the crucialelements that make an organisation function well. It doesn'tprovide the specialisation that more targeted degrees do (such asfinance or accounting), but is valuable in its generalist approach.You'll get an overview of many functions in the business worldand base your studies on how these functions interact.

What makes a good business major? Any business degree willinvolve working with numbers and statistical analysis, so youshould be comfortable with math. You should also have theability to 'see the big picture' when it comes to organisationalstructures, taking into consideration the goals of the group,considering the raw materials or rough data, and developingplans to move projects forward. As a business school student,you should have the ability to communicate concise written andverbal information, excel at team work, and work well undersometimes sustained pressure.

A college degree in business is a highly practical area of study,since the curriculum provides students with so much real-worldexperience, and thus a smoother transition from school tocareer. Even so, students are advised to be prepared for theconstant changes in the job market.

Career Options

• Business Consultants• Restaurant Manager• International Investment Advisors• Venture Capitalist• International Market Development Manager• Accounting• Financial Services• Economics• Personnel Resources• Sales and Marketing• Insurance• Banking Industry• Auditing• Advertising• Business Management Consulting• Health Care Management

Why StudyBusiness?

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Originally known as Brickfields College, the collegerebranded itself in 2003 as Brickfields Asia College (BAC)to reflect its increasing role in providing quality educationnot only to Malaysians but also as a regional player inhigher education. BAC s driving vision is to offer a widerange of reasonably priced world class programmes tomake education accessible to everyone.

The college is the largest law school in the country andhas over the last 18 years established a strong, reputationin the area of law. However the college has diversifiedover the last few years and now offers a wide portfolio ofprogrammes including pre university, business, language,professional skills programmes, and also postgraduateprogrammes in the areas of law and business.

Excellent pass rates and top students at externalexaminations have become a standard feature of theBrickfields academic year. Brickfields students haveachieved outstanding results in the areas of A Levels, law,business, project management and even corporateadministration. Our many students, who have hadexcellent results are testimony enough of the blue chipreputation for our programmes.

The college believes that teaching staff who are highlyqualified, experienced and dedicated are essential to thelong term success of any educational institution throughthe educational experience of the students. To ensurethis, the college invests a significant amount of time andmoney in ensuring that all programmes are conducted byhighly qualified teaching staff.

Brickfields, prides itself in the delivery of acomprehensive education that results not just in excellentacademic accomplishments but also in graduates withqualities that are highly sought after. Learning activitiesare widely incorporated into all of the college’s courses.The college emphasises on preparing graduates to be

professionally competent and job ready and this hasproven time and again to have given our graduates anadded edge. Students attend workshops throughout theacademic year on time management, mind mapping,study methods, legal referencing and many more.Debates and moots are also an integral part of ouractivities.

Our Counselling Services Department comprises ofacademic advisors, personnel student counselors and thestudent council. Aimed at student welfare, interests andcampus life, the department organises college wideactivities that incorporates participation from both thestaff and students. Our education counselors are there toguide and advise students on the appropriate course andthe career advisor assist students in making the rightchoice from the various career options available.

The Brickfields Bulletin is a quarterly newsletter writtenand edited by our students and supervised by theacademic staff. The college, together with its studentsparticipate in various community service activities all yearround such as fund raisers, scholarships to orphanages,and many more.

The college has links with renowned law firms throughoutthe country. These law firms support our law programmesby sponsoring our top students, offering book prizes,organising career talks, sponsoring events and offeringstudents positions for attachment and chambering.

In addition to charging reasonable fees, the College hasvarious methods to ease the financial burden includingEPF withdrawals, PTPTN loans, bank loans, instalment andeasy payment schemes (0% interest via credit card)

The college s central location makes it the mostaccessible campus in Malaysia.

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Pre UniversityProgrammes

Chan Mun FeiCambridge Brilliance AwardTop Student in Malaysia for Business Studiesat the June 2007 Cambridge A’level Exams

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University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) is the world’s largestprovider of international qualifications for 14–19 year olds. The A’ levels is aninternationally recognized Pre-University Qualification and is the mostaccepted pre-university qualification in the world. BAC is proud to haveestablished itself as one of the leading A’level centres in Malaysia.

The A’levels is an ideal entry qualification for degree programmes in the areasof law, business and management, accounting and finance, marketing,economics, human resource management, English Language and double majordegree programmes.

With our team of dedicated lecturers, fully equipped library, wide range ofsports and extracurricular activities and a centrally located campus, thecollege offers students the ideal environment for success.

A’ LEVELS University of CambridgeInternational Examinations (CIE)

Entry Requirements5 SPM credits (including English)Trial ExamResults Accepted.

Subjects OfferedLaw (English Legal System, Contract & Tort)Business StudiesEconomicsEnglish LiteratureMathematicsAccounting

AssessmentAssessment is purely by examination.Theexaminations will be conducted in May andNovember at Brickfields Asia College.

Progression'A' Levels is an Entry Qualifications fordegrees in - Accounting, BusinessManagement, Commerce, Economics,Finance, IT & Communication, Law,Marketing, Mass Communication andothers.

IntakesJanuary, February, March, June andSeptember.

Mode of studyFull-time and Part-time.

MaterialsComprehensive materials will be providedwhich include text books, study manuals,revision notes, past-year questions andsuggested solutions.

Course FeesRefer to Course Fee Sheet.

FacultyRefer to Faculty Sheet.

Students who scored 3A’s at the June 2008 Cambridge A’level ExamsTey Mei Zhern; Tan Hui Wen; Margaret Lau Jia Sim; and Keong Ming Wai

Students who scored 3A’s at the June 2007 A – Level examsChan Mun Fei (Top Student in Malaysia for Business Studies); Chang Mei Yan; Vijay Rueben s/o Kannan; and Sivambigai Rajendran

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The BAC Foundation in Arts programme is an entry qualification for degreeprogrammes in the areas of law, business and management, accounting andfinance, marketing, economics, human resource management, EnglishLanguage and others. It is also ideal for those intending to pursue doublemajor degree programmes. The programme aims to provide students with aquality pre-university qualification, while equipping students with theknowledge and understanding of a wide range of areas from law to businessand economics. Students have the option to choose their area of interestand degree to pursue after completing their foundation studies. Our fullyequipped library, wide range of sports and extracurricular activities as wellas team of dedicated lecturers to ensure our students obtain an all-roundeducation and are provided the ideal foundation for success.

Foundation in ArtsBrickfields Asia College

Entry Requirements3 SPM credits. Trial exam results are alsoaccepted.

Subjects OfferedYear 1Semester 1 (14 weeks)• Economics I• Business Studies I• Law I• Bahasa Kebangsaan A & BSemester 2 (14 weeks)• Economics II• Business Studies II• Law II• Pendidikan Islam / Pendidikan MoralSemester 3 (7 weeks)• Pengajian Malaysia• English Study Skills IYear 2Semester 4 (14 weeks)• English Study Skills II• Economics III• Business Studies III

AssessmentAssessment is by examination andassignment. Students will have to pass eachlevel before progressing to the next level.

ProgressionThe Foundation in Arts is an EntryQualifications for degrees in - Accounting,Business Management, Economics, Finance,Law, Marketing, English Language andothers.

IntakesJanuary, April, June and September.

Mode of studyFull-time.

MaterialsComprehensive materials will be providedwhich include text books, study manuals,revision notes, past-year questions andsuggested solutions.

Course FeesRefer to Course Fee Sheet.

FacultyRefer to Faculty Sheet.

In view of a growing and an urgent need for amore holistic education, Brickfields Asia isintroducing a series of programs in addition tothe ‘A’ Levels and Foundation subjects, whichwill concentrate on the individual’s latentpotential and other necessary skills which willcomplement the pursuit of his or her courseand career.

Most students who have finished theirsecondary education, regardless of whichschool they come from, are ill-equipped totake on the more demanding courses whichrequire one to have a probing mind and criticalthinking. Many students are also found to havelow self – confidence which acts as ahindrance when it comes to group studies andspeaking up.

Another area that needs attention is‘independent thinking’. One of the biggestproblems plaguing our community is ‘herdmentality’. Students are afraid to thinkdifferently from others and that affects thequality of thought and hence the quality ofspeech and action.

Students go through a study and life skillsprogram as an induction program to preparethem not only for the course but also for theircareer. The program will focus on studytechniques, time management, goal setting,critical thinking and creativity.

Study techniques

Studying any subject must begin with a clearobjective as to what is it that needs to beachieved at the end. Once this is clearlydefined then the techniques will be become

apparent. Hence there is no one correcttechnique at any one time. As we know, moststudies are highly exam oriented and to acertain extent compromises on the real valueof education. Thus it is important that studyingtechniques must comprise of skills inextracting knowledge that is going to help thestudent, not just to pass exams but alsoprepare him for his/her future.

Time management

Students in general seem to have a greatchallenge in juggling their studies and all theother distractions which they deem to be a‘necessity’. This particular module will helpthem to prioritize their daily activitiesaccordingly. The program will help studentsdetermine what is ‘important’ and what is‘urgent’ and will equip the students to be alertto ‘time wasters’. This will enable them tooptimize their time by zeroing in on activitiesthat will enhance their potential and increasetheir personal productivity.

Goal setting

Research shows that most students do nothave clear and well defined goals and as aconsequence their activities are notconcentrated and they eventually lose focuson what is important. Their daily distractionstake over and failure in their exams becomesinevitable. Setting clear goals and the ‘knowhow’ to achieve them is a much needed skillfor students. Students must understand howthe mind functions and how to master it toextract its potential.

Critical thinking

Critical thinking requires a great deal ofindependent thinking which questions thenorm and challenges the ordinary pattern,which in turn is necessary for creativity andinnovation. Without critical thinking there canbe no personal progress. Here the studentswill be taught that questioning the norm isperfectly fine and in fact encouraged and thetype of questions that will cause thebreakthrough to happen. In this particularmodule students will become aware of theirown comfort zone and how it has becometheir limitation.

Creativity

As much as we all know that creativity isimportant, we must know what the obstaclesto creativity are. Experience and habit happensto be major obstacles to creativity. Here thestudents will be introduced to characteristicsof the right brain and the left brain.

Tudor Rickards – ‘At the moment of insightcreativity may well be the result of both sidesof the brain working together.’

Learning will become much more interestingand fun when it is done in a creative way. Hereagain it is all about breaking the existingmould and moving on in search of a moreeffective way of doing things. This module willalso include mind mapping which is a veryuseful tool to comprehend highly complicatedsubjects.

Study & Life Skills Program

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DiplomaProgramme

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The BAC Diploma in Business Management is designed to equip studentswith skills on how to manage the unpredictable changes in today'sbusiness environment. This programme includes an industryplacement/project, providing students first-hand working experience in abusiness environment.

The programme aims to provide students with an effective businesseducation, which will equip them with the analytical, conceptual andpractical skills, deemed necessary by the business community. It alsoequips students with the knowledge and understanding of the dimensionsof business activities and empowers them with the ability to applybusiness concepts and analytical techniques to a range of businessproblems, be it local or global.

Special features

• Approved by Malaysian Quality Agency (MQA) and the Ministry ofHigher Education Malaysia.

• Over 90% of our business students progress to full time employmentor further study within six (6) months.

• BAC business faculty has excellent links with local and Internationalcompanies operating in Klang Valley.

• Teaching faculty have considerable Industrial and Professionalexperience.

• The diploma covers wide range of disciplines such as business law,marketing, accounting and human resource management.

• There are work based learning modules in Semester 7.• The diploma allows you to be able to select your final choice of degree

in the final year at our partner universities.• The diploma allow you to gain an honours degree in four (4) years

after your SPM or “O” level from our partner universities in UK.• Personal development planning is integrated throughout the

programmes to develop the skills frameworks necessary for effectivepersonal, academic and career management.

Diploma in Business Manegement Brickfields Asia College

Entry Requirements3 SPM credits (including English)

SubjectsYear 1• Pendidikan Moral / Islam• Communication Skills• Computer Fundamentals and Applications• Introduction to Accounting• Business Mathematics• Management Practice• College Writing Skills• Bahasa Kebangsaan A/B• Academic Writing & Research• Introduction to Marketing• Business Ethics• Information Systems Management• Introduction to StatisticsYear 2• Principles of Corporate Finance• Pengajian Malaysia• Organisational Behaviour• Principles of Financial Management• Advertising & Promotional Management• Internship / Project• Microeconomics• Marketing Management• Business Law• International Business• E-Commerce• Human Resource Management• Macroeconomics• Accounting Management

AssessmentAssessments is a combination of assignmentsand examinations. Assignments include casestudies, group presentations, research projects,work based projects and company analysis.

IntakesJanuary, April, June and September

Mode of studyFull-time

Course FeesRefer to Course Fee Sheet

FacultyRefer to Faculty Sheet

UndergraduateProgrammes

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Concordia offers the kind of personalized attention thatstudents expect and deserve. Students have direct access toschool deans, experienced professors (not junior-levelteaching assistants) teach their classes and the universitypresident, Dr. Patrick Ferry, literally has an open door policy.In addition, with a faculty member for every 14 students, onewill have confidence that while challenged to grow in theirintellect, young adults will have the guidance to meet anyobstacle in front of them. Concordia has an undergraduateenrollment of more than 1,600 students and continues tothrive as an environment for young adults to grow intocareers in the community.

Upon completion of the Diploma in Business Management,students will also be awareded an Associate Degree fromConcordia University. This allows them to progress into thefinal 2 years of either the Bachelor Degree in BusinessCommunication or the Bachelor Degree in BusinessManagement.

Bachelor Degree in - Business Communication- Business ManagementConcordia University Wisconsinvia Diploma in Business Management

Entry Requirements5 SPM credits (including English) and; Diploma inBusiness Management as equivalent to associatedegree

Durations2 Years

Bachelor Degree in Business CommunicationSubjects• Advanced Public Speaking• Business Writing• Gender and Communication• Organizational Communication• Interviewing Principles• Conflict Management• Principles of Management

Bachelor Degree in Business ManagementSubjects• Marketing Management• Human Resource Management• Macroeconomics• Accounting• Business Finance






C O N C O R D I A U N I V E R S I T YW I S C O N S I NW I S C O N S I N

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The BA (Hons) Management and Business programme is aimed at enhancingcareer potential and employability in the areas of business and managementby developing a critical awareness and appreciation of contemporary businessissues.

This degree has been designed to meet the needs of graduates entering theworld of business. It will not only equip you with the essential business skillsto analyse and interpret the changing world of business but also gives you theconfidence to make decisions based upon that analysis. Graduates are well-prepared to enter a wide range of business careers and to make the most ofpostgraduate training programmes.

This course aims to build on the knowledge and skills acquired by students onthe BAC Diploma in Business Management or equivalent. The course isfranchised from the University of Glamorgan Business School. Students maystudy full time for one year, by taking all of the following six modules.Alternatively, it is possible to study part time for two years by taking threemodules per year.

Benefits of studying at Pembrokeshire College

• A critical understanding of a broad range of contemporary debates inmanagement and business

• Understanding of analytical techniques suitable for management decisionmaking in a range of organisations

• Development of independant research and problem solving skills formingthe basis for professional career development and postgraduate study

• The ability to produce persuasive and coherent verbal and writtenarguments

BA (Hons) Management and Business Pembrokeshire College Internationalvia Diploma in Business Management

Entry Requirements5 SPM credits (including English) and;Diploma in Business Management asequivalent to Year 1 and Year 2 degreeprogramme

Duration1 Year

BA (Hons) Management and BusinessSubjectsYear 3• Managing People• Finance and Independent Learning Skills• Business Strategy• Starting an New Venture• Management of Information Systems• Information Technology and Research

Methodology• Advance Communication Skills

AssessmentAssessment is by examination andassignments. Students will have to pass eachpart before proceeding to the next level.





COLEG Sir BenfroPembrokeshire COLLEGE

Final Year BAC Graduates at University of GlamorganFrom left: Fu Suan Chens, Linda Chin Fang Hung, Hee Kim San,Kenneth Soon Tong Yoon & Goh Kah Hong

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The BA(Hons) Business Studies - the most popular programme in theFaculty - will provide you with a comprehensive business education, inwhich you have the opportunity to analyse and evaluate businessorganisations and to understand the way in which they operate. Setagainst a background of the environment in which businesses operate,you will identify problems, analyse situations, and evaluate alternativesolutions.

In the final year your programme has been designed to integrate theacademic knowledge gained in the first two years of study to enable youto gain a deep understanding of the inter-disciplinary nature of business.You will study modules in Organisation Analysis, and StrategicManagement and will complement this with a number of optionalmodules from an extensive list, for example Managing Change,Organisational Leadership, Project Management, enabling you to continueyour interest in specific business topics.

The modules shown here are merely to give you an idea of what you maystudy and they might change from year to year, reflecting changes inbusiness practice and changing student interests. Before you start anundergraduate degree at Bristol Business School you will be sentcomprehensive information explaining which modules you must study,and in subsequent years you will be sent information about whichoptional modules you may consider.

The strong demand for graduates with this degree makes it an ideallaunch pad for a career in management, marketing, finance andaccountancy, human resources, IT, corporate finance – or just about anyarea of the public or private sector.

BA (Hons) Business StudiesUniversity of the West of England, Bristolvia Diploma in Business Management

Entry Requirements5 SPM credits (including English) and; Diploma inBusiness Management as equivalent to Year 1and Year 2 degree programme

Duration1 Year

BA (Hons) Business StudiesSubjectsYear 1• Employability Skills• Strategic Environment• Behaviour at Work• Quantitative Methods for Business• Financial Resource Management• Working with and Leading People• Industrial Experience• Personal Effectiveness and Professional

Development

Year 2• Business Law • Marketing Fundamentals• Operations Management• Managing Human Resources• Business ICT Management• Management Accounting• Marketing Management• Research Methods






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BA(Hons) Business Enterprise is designed to provide a comprehensivebusiness education and enable specialisation in Business Enterprise. Theprogramme recognises that the demand for graduates with enterprise skills isgrowing. Entrepreneurial proactive approach is required not only for thecreation and management of small fast growing businesses but also to movelarge, well-established ones forward.

The programme is relevant to students who wish to develop general businessand enterprise skills as well as those contemplating starting their ownbusiness in the future.

This degree will provide a variety of career options. The demand forgraduates with enterprise skills is growing. An entrepreneurial proactiveapproach is needed not only for the creation and management of small fastgrowing businesses, but also to move large well established ones forward.

BA (Hons) Business EnterpriseUniversity of the West of England, Bristolvia Diploma in Business Management


Duration1 Year

BA (Hons) Business EnterpriseSubjectsYear 3• Strategic Management• Organisation Analysis• New Venture Creation• Enterprise Creativity and Leadership• Independent Business Enterprise Study

Project






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The BA(Hons) Business Information System degree is unique in that itprovides a broad understanding of the business environmenttogether with the skills needed to identify and solve problemsrelating to information needs. This is done right from day one of thecourse through a programme of interaction with real companies,organisations and people. This 'hands-on' approach to studyingBusiness Information Systems builds up your ability to evaluate theimplications of information technology within a real-worldenvironment. This helps cultivate your confidence and competencein making decisions to select the right information systems solutionto a given problem.

Businesses look to employ graduates who have a strong knowledgeof business needs combined with the skills, knowledge and practiceneeded to use information systems to meet these needs. Thecontinued practicality of this course provides you with these skills. Itwill make you a strong candidate for employment in almost anycompany seeking someone to help them solve these problems. Youcould be employed by an information systems provider or a businessuser of information systems.

BA (Hons) Business Information SystemsUniversity of the West of England, Bristolvia Diploma in Business Management


Duration1 Year

BA (Hons) Business Information SystemsSubjectsYear 3• Information Systems Dissertation• Strategic Management• Consultancy Project






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Property is an important asset, and often the most valuable asset, of mostorganisations. Property is a operational asset for retailers, office-basedbusinesses, manufacturers and leisure operators. It is also an investment assetfor pension and investment funds, and other property investors. Property isan asset used as security for organisations who need to raise capital andobtain loans.

Businesses and organisations need to buy, develop, value and manage theirproperty. Businesses need advisers and managers who have both businessand property skills and knowledge. There is a large and growing surveyingprofession which meets this need, and for which the BSc(Hons) Business inProperty course will prepare you to enter.

The course concentrates mainly on property in the first year, with thebusiness focus increasing in the second and third years. In the second year,the business modules allow you to apply business principles to the propertymodules which run alongside, whilst in the third year, business and propertywill be fully integrated. Appropriate information technology will be studiedand applied throughout the course.

About half of your study time will be directed through lectures, workshops,seminars, site visits and project work. The remainder of your study time willbe independent, using books and periodicals, videos and the internet.

This course combines the essential areas of study required to understand andultimately work in the property industry as a consultant or for a propertyuser.

Many students will follow careers related to property, although the businessskills that you will develop on the course will enable you to pursue a range ofother business and professional careers.

BSc (Hons) Business in PropertyUniversity of the West of England, Bristolvia Diploma in Business Management


Duration1 Year

BSc (Hons) Business in PropertySubjectsYear 3• Business Development and Management• Economics and Finance• Property Information Management• Property Management• Law• Property Appraisal• Portfolio Management






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This BSc(Hons) Business Mathematics degree is aimed atproducing graduates who have a solid grounding in theapplication of decision-making techniques to business and relatedareas and who can make an immediate contribution inemployment. If you have some ability in numerical subjects andan interest in the application of decision-making techniques tobusiness, then this course is for you.

This degree incorporates modules from both the mathematicalsciences and business fields. The first year introduces the themesof the programme – the statistical and decision analysis of data inconjunction with core business modules, underpinned by centralmathematical techniques. In your second year you will beintroduced to more advanced statistical and operational researchtechniques and business methodology. In your final year you willdevelop and specialise your analytical skills and expertise bychoosing modules of particular interest to you and via adissertation on a topic of your choice.

BSc (Hons) Business MathematicsUniversity of the West of England, Bristolvia Diploma in Business Management


Duration1 Year

BSc (Hons) Business MathematicsSubjectsYear 3• Mathematics • Statistics• Computing and Applied Mathematics• Economics and Applied Mathematics






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The Business Economics programme applies economic knowledge to issuesrelated to business policy, and promotes the use of business statistics andgraphic illustration, as opposed to mathematical theoretical concepts andproofs. The programme uses economics theory and operational techniquesand tools as a perspective for considering aspects of business, finance andmanagement.

This programme will enable you to develop a coherent understanding ofeconomics as an impact assessment tool, and the professional skills to applyboth microeconomics and macroeconomics in context.

A degree in Business Economics will prepare you for developing effectivebusiness solutions using practical economic knowledge. It's an ideal degreefor developing a professional career in the world of business and commercewith particular application in relating company policy and managementstrategies, to external factors and policies. Business Economics programmesare relevant at a regional, national or international level where anunderstanding of the external business climate is required to develop internalpolicies and strategies.

Bachelor Degree in Business EconomicsAberystwyth Universityvia Diploma in Business Management


Duration1 Year

Bachelor in Business EconomicsSubjectsYear 3• European Economy : Development and

Integration• Consumers • Firms and Markets• Wages and Employment·• Industrial Policy• Business Strategy• Foreign Investment and Multinationals• Economics and Organisations• Competition and Regulation






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The Business Finance programme is designed to enable you todevelop professional skills to negotiate an increasingly complexbusiness environment. You will develop a coherent understanding ofhow companies and organisations respond to financial regulation interms of maximizing profitability, financial longevity and cash-flowstreams.

The Finance aspects of the programme emphasise fundamentalaccounting and finance concepts, theories and practice to promotewellinformed financial decision-making. Additional componentsconcentrate on managerial finance, investment fundamentals,portfolio management and global finance.

Through a series of “real-world” business activities, case-studyanalysis and simulated environments you will develop a portfolio ofprofessional skills including effective decision making, value-basedprioritization, information clarification, needs assessment andinfluential presentation skills.

A degree in Business Finance will prepare you for using accounting,economics and business strategy to develop financial solutions inbusiness. You will also be able to develop reports relating to thechanging environment impacting on organisations in the financialsector and to develop strategies to respond to such changes. Thisdegree offers a diverse range of application environments and isvalued by both the public and private sector.

Bachelor Degree in Business FinanceAberystwyth Universityvia Diploma in Business Management


Duration1 Year

Bachelor in Business FinanceSubjectsYear 3• Investments• Financial Markets and Institutions• Consumers • Firms and Markets• Taxation• Corporate Governance and Business Ethics• Business Finance Project• European and International Monetary

Systems • Business Strategy• Business Environment• Financial Strategy• International Trade Policy• Banking and Treasury Management• International Trade• Foreign Investment and Multinationals• Financial Statement Analysis






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This programme has been specifically designed to build on the achievementsgained from a Higher National Diploma in Business, Foundation Degree or acomparable qualification, giving students the opportunity to continue studiesat degree level.

The syllabus is thorough, balanced and well-rounded, examining those areasof business theory and practice that will prepare you for a variety of differentcareer opportunities. Over the course of a year you will develop skills inAnalysis, Critical Thinking, Researching and Writing - key skills that today'semployers expect from top-calibre graduate recruits.

The core subjects aim to develop a broad understanding of business whiledeveloping a range of business related skills. The dissertation also comprises amajor part of the academic study.

The BA (Hons) in Business Administration uses a variety of teaching andlearning strategies to encourage and develop independent learning skills. Theprogramme is assessed by a combination of examinations (both open andclosed book), course assessments and a dissertation which is completed overthe course of the one-year programme.

Graduates of this programme have gone on to successful careers inConsultancy, Marketing, Health Management, Human Resource Managementand many others including establishing successful small businesses

BA (Hons) Business AdministrationNorthumbria Universityvia Diploma in Business Management


Duration1 Year

BA (Hons) Business AdministrationSubjectsYear 3• Ethics and Governance• Culture and Organisations• Global Marketing and Communication• Strategic Supply Chain Management• Professional Project• Strategic Management and Leadership






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The successful suite of programmes 'Business with...' introduces you tothe world of business whilst allowing you to combine key businesssubjects with functional areas or specialisms such as HR, Finance orEconomics. It offers the ultimate in flexibility for students eager to enterthe world of business.

Business with... recognises that students do not always know whichprogramme they wish to study from the outset. As well as being highlyflexible, this programme gives you the chance to explore unfamiliarareas of study before making your final choice of degree. In the thirdyear students can also opt for a placement in their chosen area beforereturning to University to complete their final year studies.

Student support is provided through lectures, seminars and use of theUniversity's eLearning portal. Independent and directed learning formsan important part of the university education experience. Students areissued with detailed teaching and learning plans for each module.

The assessment strategy provides a broad spectrum of approaches withthe earlier years typically assessed by portfolio, assignment and exams,and the final year mainly by assignment. The programme is designed toensure that first year students are not over burdened with exams. Inparticular the first year has been reassigned to facilitate this.

Graduates of this programme could expect to go on to careers inconsultancy, human resource management and many others includingestablishing successful small businesses.

BA (Hons) Business withHuman Resource ManagementNorthumbria Universityvia Diploma in Business Management


Duration1 Year

BA (Hons) Business with Human ResourceManagementSubjectsYear 3• Ethics and Governance• Employee Reward• Managing Employee Relations• People Resourcing and Development• Culture and Organisations• Dissertation• Professional Project• Strategic Management and Leadership






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Businesses now operate in a rapidly evolving market and have becomeincreasingly dependent on Information systems (IS) and the deployment ofBusiness Information Technology to support them. In order to be effective,organisations have realised the importance of developing an IT strategy thatfully supports the business strategy.

This course is not a conventional IT degree, nor a conventional business degree.It straddles both disciplines and is targeted at students who want to understandand manage information systems, in order to deliver maximum value to anorganisation.

At all stages throughout the programme students are given considerable optionchoices in subjects such as entrepreneurship, project management, problem-solving, management of change, knowledge management and e-Commerce.

A combination of formal lectures, seminars and workshops will be used. Themethod of assessment will vary between subjects and includes bothexaminations, individual and group assignments.

Employment prospects from this programme are great. Recent graduates havefound work as consultants within IT project teams, graduate IT trainees, incomputer support in various business areas and in IT software training. Thecombination of business awareness and IT skills is appreciated by employers,and recent press statements have suggested that many graduates on computerrelated courses are technically good but lack commercial awareness. Thisprogramme aims to address both areas of education.

BA (Hons) BusinessInformation TechnologyNorthumbria Universityvia Diploma in Business Management


Duration1 Year

BA (Hons) Business Information TechnologySubjectsYear 3• Entrepreneurship & Small Business• Applied Computer Networks 1• Applied Computer Networks 2• Communicating in the Virtual Business• E-Commerce and E-Business Fundamentals• Information and the Web in Business :

Theory & Practice• Organisations in the Information Age• Undergraduate Project in Business

Information Systems• E-Business : Strategy, Applications and

Implementation






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The variety of subjects covered in this programme reflects the fact thatBusiness Information Systems is seen as a wide and embracing discipline.This programme emphasises the use of technology to support the businessneeds of managers, where the management team directs theimplementation of new information systems within the framework ofcorporate and functional policy. The importance of viewing the business inits entirety and appreciating the business as a socio-technical system isemphasised throughout the programme.

This is a vocational programme aimed at producing graduates who canmake an immediate impact in the organisation, whether it is from abusiness or technology perspective.

At all stages throughout the programme students are given considerableoption choices in subjects such as Entrepreneurship, OperationsManagement, Finance, Marketing, HRM, IT security, KnowledgeManagement, Management of Change, e-Commerce, Communicating in theVirtual Organisation.

A variety of teaching and assessment methods is used including lectures,workshops, seminars, projects and group exercises with the aim of helpingstudents to become independent learners. Each module is assessedseparately employing examinations, coursework and projects. Much of theassessment in technology and information systems-based modules will bepractically based.

Many students are employed as systems analysts, information technologymanagers, etc. although graduates are able to undertake a variety ofcareers.

BA (Hons) BusinessInformation SystemsNorthumbria Universityvia Diploma in Business Management


Duration1 Year

BA (Hons) Business Information SystemsSubjectsYear 3• Entrepreneurship & Small Business • Knowledge Management Principles• E-Commerce and E-Business Fundamentals• Management of Change• Organisations in the Information Age• Undergraduate Project in Business

Information Systems• Business Intelligence Applications and

Technologies






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This Bachelor of Business prepares students for entry-level employment andfuture managerial positions. It develops understanding of, and proficiency in,the principles of business required in a variety of commercial, industrial andservice organisations including agencies across all levels of government, and avariety of non-profit bodies. Major areas of study include accounting, financialservices, human resource management, information systems and marketing.

Career Opportunities

Graduate career options arise in both the private and public sectors and cover awide range of occupations:

• Accounting firms • Advertising • Computer hardware and software • Employment relations • Financial management • Human resource management • International trade and investment • Marketing management • Marketing research • Personal investment • Policy administration • Retailing and wholesaling

Bachelor of Business ACU National, Australiavia Diploma in Business Management


Duration1 ½ years

Bachelor of BusinessSubjectsYear 2 & 3• Accounting• Financial Services• Human Resources Management• Information Systems• Marketing






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Bachelor of Business

The course is designed to produce well educated andadaptable graduates, with appropriate professionalskills to meet the existing needs and demands ofbusiness and related professions. The coursespecifically prepares students to work in such areasas accounting, business economics, business logistics,business management, corporate governance,electronic business, entrepreneurship, finance,human resource management, international business,marketing, management of information systems,organisational management and tourism.

Bachelor of Business Administration (HospitalityManagement)

The course is designed to produce graduates with asound knowledge of the fundamental principles andconcepts of management, a familiarity withsignificant literature in the field and the ability toreview, consolidate, extend and apply the knowledgeand techniques to the hospitality managementsector. It seeks to produce graduates with knowledge,skills and with an understanding of best practice inhospitality management who recognise the value ofresearch, critical thinking and effectivecommunication. Graduates develop professional skillsin such areas as interpersonal communication,services management, team work, report writing andproblem-solving techniques. The course providesholders of a Diploma in Business Managementqualification with the opportunity to gain aprofessional university degree in hospitalitymanagement.

Bachelor of Business Administration (TourismManagement)

The course provides holders of a Diploma in BusinessManagement qualification with the opportunity togain a professional university degree in tourismmanagement.

Bachelor of BusinessBachelor of Business Administration - Hospitality Management- Tourism Management

University of Tasmaniavia Diploma in Business Management

Entry Requirements5 SPM credits (including English) and; Diploma in Business Managementas equivalent to Year 1 and Year 2 degree programme

Duration 1 ½ years

Bachelor of BusinessSubjects (Year 2 & 3)• Organisational Behaviour• Business Communication• Principles of Marketing• Corporate Regulation and Accountability• Financial Management• Strategic Management

Bachelor of Business Administration (Hospitality Management)Subjects (Year 2 )• Principles of Marketing• Management of Human ResourcesYear 3• Organisational Behaviour• Business Communications• Services Marketing• Human Resource Management in the Service Industry• Workplace Relations• Strategic Management• Managerial Social Responsibility

Bachelor of Business Administration (Tourism Management)Subjects (Year 2 )• Principles of Marketing• Management of Human ResourcesYear 3• Marketing Communications• Human Resource Management in the Service Industries• Service Marketing• Business Communication• Strategic Management• Consumer Behaviour• International Marketing• Workplace Relations






Entry Requirements5 SPM credits (including English) and; 2 A-Levels or STPM principals (excludingPengajian Am) or; A recognised degree

Subjects (Law)Year 1• Common Law Reasoning and Institutions• Contract Law• Criminal Law or Public LawMQA Requirement Year 1• Malaysian Studies• Moral Studies/Islamic Studies• Bahasa KebangsaanYear 2• Land Law • Law of Trust or Law of TortYear 3 • a wide range of subjects to choose from

at Aberystwyth

Subjects (Business & Management)Year 1• Introduction to Management Accounting• Economic Principles• Marketing Principles• Introduction to Business EnvironmentYear 2• Marketing Management• Human Resource Management• Principles of Management• Marketing Communications• Business StrategyYear 3 • a wide range of subjects to choose from

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Subjects (Economics)Year 1• Economic Principles 1• Hot Topics in Economics• Economic Principles 2• European Economy Development and

IntegrationYear 2• The Business Cycle and Macroeconomic

Policy• Consumers, Firms and MarketsYear 3 • a wide range of subjects to choose from

at Aberystwyth

The BA (Law) Degrees provides greater flexibility and a choice if you wish tocombine the study of law with another subject. Careful guidance will be givenat the start of each academic year to ensure a choice that will result in acoherent degree scheme.

A law qualification, combined with another subject, can offer graduates a broadrange of opportunities in both the private and public sectors. Note howeverthat double major degrees are not accepted for the CLP qualification.

The BA (Hons) Law with Business Management provides:

a solid grounding in basic business concepts, ideas, practices andmethodologies and offers students the opportunity to follow a general businesspathway alongside a more specialised second subject. Graduates are wellequipped for a career in business, which can take them to the highest levels ofcorporate decision making. This popular joint honours course enhances theskills and career opportunities of graduates through the addition of a legaldimension to the students knowledge. The Law modules are designed todevelop a range of transferable skills to enhance graduate career opportunities,with an emphasis on verbal and written communication.

The BA (Hons) Law and Economics provides:

In year one of this course you will study the same subjects as on the BA (Hons)Applied Economics degree programme. However in your second year, one thirdof the units are devoted to the study of law (specifically, contract law and tort).In your third year, there is a compulsory unit in European Community law,which accompanies units in managerial economics and the economics of crime.It is also possible for you to choose from a wide range of options in law andeconomics and, as with all other undergraduate economics degrees, you will berequired to take the independent study unit.

BA (Hons) Law with Business & ManagementBA (Hons) Law with EconomicsBA (Hons) Law with Accounting & Finance

Aberystwyth Universityvia UK Transfer Degree Programme (Law)

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Subjects (Accounting & Finance)Year 1• Introduction to Management Accounting• Financial Accounting for Specialist• Introduction to Financial Management Year 2 Option 1• Investments• Financial Accounting 2• Management Accounting 2Year 2 Option 2• Management Accounting 3:

Recent Developments• Corporate Finance • Financial Accounting 3:

Group Financial ReportingYear 3 • a wide range of subjects to choose from

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MaterialsComprehensive materials will be providedwhich include study manuals, revision notes,past-year questions and suggested solutions



The BA (Hons) Law and Accounting and Finance provides:

This double degree major is designed to provide a comprehensiveunderstanding of, and competency in, accounting and associatedfields of auditing, taxation, business law and financial managementand to equip students for a professional accounting career incommerce, industry, government or public practice.

You will be introduced to a broad range of topics that are vital forunderstanding the business world as a whole. You will studybusiness IT and statistical analysis, as well as organisationalbehaviour and law. You will also focus on financial accounting,management accounting and finance, developing your technicalexpertise and your ability to apply and evaluate theoretical conceptsand ideas.

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PostgraduateProgrammes

Hasnita bt Sulaiman Best in Malaysia ICSA. Recipient of the Sime Darby Award forCorporate Governance (2007)

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ICSA, the leading recognised professional body for Chartered Secretaries andAdministrators in the United Kingdom and throughout the world. TheInstitute was formed in 1891 and was granted the Royal Charter in 1902,which set the seal of authority and royal recognition on that belief.Chartered Secretaries are qualified in company law, accounting, corporategovernance, administration, company secretarial practice and managementand are trained to chart a course through regulation, legislation and bestpractice in order to deliver effective operations. The Institute has 44,000members and 28,000 students in over 90 countries.

Chartered Secretaries are high ranking professionals who are trained touphold the highest standards of corporate governance, effective operations,compliance and administration. Highly valued by employers for their ICSAtraining, Chartered Secretaries are the primary source of advice on theconduct of business. This can span everything from legal advice on conflictof interest, through accounting advice, to the development of strategy andcorporate planning. Chartered Secretaries are employed as chairs, chiefexecutives and non-executive directors as well as managers and companysecretaries.

The fast track route gives degree holders the opportunity to obtain aninternationally recognised professional qualification at a fraction of the timeand cost. The role of the company secretary has evolved to that of anadvisor to the Board of Directors.

Professional Diploma in Corporate Administration (PDCA)

MAICSA offers the Professional Diploma in Corportae Administration (PDCA)which serves as a feeder route to the ICSA.

ICSAThe Malaysian Institute of CharteredSecretaries and Administrators (MAICSA)

Entry Requirements• STPM Principles or A Level passes; or • Certificate in Corporate Administration; or • Matriculation / pre-university certificates; or • Recognised diplomas/advanced diplomas; or • Mature entry candidates:-

1. Minimum 21 years of age. 2. With relevant working experience or

with a letter of recommendation fromrecognised bodies.

Professional Diploma in CorporateAdministration (PDCA) SubjectsYear 1• Business Law• Business Organisations and Management• Business Accounting• Business EthicsYear 2• Business Finance• Business Strategies• Corporate Compliance and Practice• Law and Practice of Meetings

ICSA Subjects• Malaysian Corporate Law• Strategic Operations Management• Taxation• Financial Accounting• Corporate Governance• Corporate Administration• Corporate Financial Management• Corporate Secretaryship

AssessmentJune and December each year

IntakesJanuary, February, March, April, July, August,September, October.

Mode of studyFull-time and Part-time

MaterialsComprehensive materials will be provided whichinclude study manuals, revision notes, past-yearquestions and suggested solutions



Best in Malaysia ICSA. Recipient of the AmBank Group Award for Corporate FinancialManagement and PFA Corporate Services Sdn Bhd Award forCorporate Secretaryship (2007)Betty Ngui Chiew Pieng

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Entry Requirements5 SPM credits (including English) and; 2 A-Levels orSTPM principals (excluding Pengajian Am) or; Arecognised degree

Bachelor Degree plus 3 Years Work Experience Direct To MBA Program

ACCA,CIMA,CPA or other ProfessionalQualifications plus 3 Years Work Experience

Direct To MBA Program

Bachelor plus Professional plus 3 Years WorkExperience Direct to MBA Program (2 Subjects Exemption – Subject to RegistrarApproval)

Non degree holder wanting direct MBA admission • more than 8 years relevant working experience• in VERY senior position / 5 years in

management / professional position • 3 referee report • subject to admission Committee approval

Core SubjectsOrganizational Behavior• Data Analysis for Managers• Financial Reporting & Statement Analysis• Finance• Managerial Economics • Marketing Management• Managing International Organizations• e-Business• Operations Management• Strategic Management

Electives (choose 7)• Project Management• Financial Management for Decision Making• Global and Regional Economic Development• Marketing Strategy• Human Resources Management• Enterprise Knowledge Management• Management of Services• Developing New Enterprises• Information Technology Systems for Business• Information Systems Strategy• Corporate Social Responsibility• Supply Chain Management

Research Capstone • Capstone Management Project

U21Global is the world's premier online Graduate School that offersglobally recognized graduate programs. U21Global is an internationalnetwork of 17 research-intensive universities in Europe, North America,South East Asia and Oceania. Collectively, its members enroll about600,000 students, employ some 80,000 academics and researchers,have over 2 million alumni, and have a combined operating budget ofabout US$10 billion.

The graduate school is backed by an international network of 17 leadingresearch-intensive universities in 11 countries which include:

U21Global combines the traditional quality of its founders withinnovative modes of delivery on the Internet, providing students withsubstantial learning advantages, while balancing work, travel and familylife.

U21Global has successfully enrolled students from over 60 countriesaround the world including those from Asia, Australia, Africa, Europeand the Americas. The postgraduate programs draw upon the bestpractices in online learning and pedagogy and have been approved byU21pedagogica, an independent quality assurance body which ensuresthat the curriculum meets the rigorous academic standards of allaffiliated universities.

U21Global builds its subjects and programs in the great traditions ofquality in teaching and learning that characterizes its 17 affiliateduniversities. U21Global combines the traditional quality of its affiliateduniversities with innovative modes of delivery on the Internet, providingstudents with substantial learning advantages. Its educational programsexploit the power of the Web as a communications medium to enhancepersonal contact among professors and students around the world. Therich instructional design incorporates extensive use of the Web’s vastelectronic information resources.

Master of BusinessAdministration (MBA)U21 Global

ASSESMENT• Contribution to online discussion• Team assignments• Final project• Final Open-Book Open-Web (OBOW) exam

- students are required to complete a problem-based scenario over a period of 24 hours.

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