Note 1: | International Student must achieve at least 90% attendance rate (ICA Requirement). |
Note 2: | International Student must not be absent for more than 7 consecutive days without valid reason (ICA Requirement). |
Note 3: | Students who do not require ICA’s student’s pass must achieve at least 80% attendance rate.Our College only accept medical certificates as proof for absenteeism. Any other documents should only be accepted on a case-by-case basis with full justification and be acceptable by ICA. |
Note 4: | In the first week of studies, an induction session will be conducted. The students will be briefed by the Academic Staff on full details of the course including scheme of work, timetable, assessments and grading, assessment and exam dates and venue and many other academic matters. |
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Note 6: | Students (both international and local) must achieve an attendance rate of 80% and above in order to qualify for examinations. |
Quick Info
Course Code
DEG-750
Duration
12 months
Intake
January, April, July and October
Awarded By
University of Derby, UK
Why Study Business Management at DIMENSIONS?
DIMENSIONS’ Business Management programme has a proud record of upholding the highest educational standards that prepare our students for success in the workplace.
We continuously forge partnerships with reputable institutions known for their outstanding curriculum and faculty. Our pedagogical methods also equip students with the quantitative and qualitative skills they need to be strategic and adroit business practitioners in the international workplace, whose competencies cover a broad range of business contexts.
The University of Derby
The University of Derby has won the:
- Higher Education University of the Year (National Education Opportunities Network (NEON) Awards 2020.
- University of the Year for Social Mobility (UK Social Mobility Awards 2020)
The University of Derby is a modern university with a proud history of teaching excellence, committed to delivering top quality education and opportunities for all its students.
Beyond academics, the university prides itself on its inclusive community, where every individual is celebrated and given the resources they need to thrive. As a result, the university has raised up scores of future-focused students who are bold and innovative, with diverse skill sets and experiences that add value to any organisation they join.
DIMENSIONS International College is a Franchise Partner of the University of Derby, UK for the above programme.
Programme Introduction
Some highlights of the Derby Business Management programme:
- Join one of the best business management degrees in the UK – we’ve have been ranked in the Top 20 for two years running. (Guardian University Guide 2021).
- From the get-go, you’ll be thinking about how to apply what you’re learning. Through topical case studies, business simulations and real consultancy projects.
- Covering global and strategic issues, you’ll study the specialist areas of management and leadership and marketing.
The programme is specifically designed for students who wish to be successful business practitioners in a global setting. The programme equips students with in-depth knowledge about a wide range of topics, including consumer behaviour, cross-cultural marketing, international entrepreneurship, global business and strategy, and leadership and management.
Taught by a distinguished faculty through a rigorous curriculum, students will also enjoy a combination of personal tutor and external mentor contact, which will allow them to learn from industry players and acquire valuable skills and knowledge that will drive their employability.
For updated and accurate information on the University of Derby and the Business Management Program, please visit their website at https://www.derby.ac.uk/
Objective:
- To equip individuals with business management skills with a technological focus
- To develop individuals’ understanding of current and future business technology, including business analytics tools and methods
- To develop individuals’ analytical and problem-solving skills in the context of the tech-driven workplace so they can create solutions to business and IT problems
Designed for:
- Individuals who wish to pursue a career in the business sector, especially with a focus on supply chain management, or in related fields.
- Individuals who wish to pursue a higher academic qualification in business-related disciplines in the future.
Course Structure
The course consists of 5 modules.
Course |
Specialization Module |
Common Module |
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Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Management (Top-Up) |
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business Management (International Business) (Top-Up) |
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Business Technology) (Top-Up) |
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Marketing) (Top-Up) |
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Finance) (Top-Up) |
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Supply Chain and Logistics) (Top-Up) |
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Enterprise) (Top-Up) |
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Human Resource Management) (Top-Up) |
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Module Outline
Common Modules
Specialization Module:
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Business Management (Top-Up)
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business Management (International Business) (Top-Up)
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Business Technology) (Top-Up)
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Marketing) (Top-Up)
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Finance) (Top-Up)
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Supply Chain and Logistics) (Top-Up)
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Enterprise) (Top-Up)
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Human Resource Management) (Top-Up)
Language (Course conducted in)
English
Scope of Study
Theories, case study analysis, presentation and practices in the areas of business management
Delivery Mode
Lectures, tutorials, discussions and researches
Commencement Date/Intakes
Click here to check the dates of Programme Intake for 2024
Click here to check the dates of Programme Intake for 2025
DIMENSIONS reserves the right to change the intakes at any time without prior notice.
Modes of Assessments
Combination of written examinations, coursework in the form of portfolio, case study analysis, practical report, Essay, group or individual presentations.
Course Fees
Full-time
1. | Application Fee (Non-refundable and non-transferable) |
S$ |
500.00 |
2. | Tuition Fee |
S$ |
19,800.00 |
3. | Registration Fee For Overseas University |
S$ |
3,000.00 |
4. | Administrative Fee |
S$ |
610.00 |
5. | Examination Fee |
S$ |
900.00 |
6. | Course Material |
S$ |
1.050.00 |
7. | Medical Check-Up Fee |
S$ |
60.00 |
8. | International Student Management Fee |
S$ |
500.00 |
9. | ICA Processing and Student’s Pass Fee |
S$ |
135.00 |
9% GST |
S$ |
2,389.95 |
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Total |
S$ |
28,944.95 |
Part-time
1. | Application Fee (Non-refundable and non-transferable) |
S$ |
100.00 |
2. | Tuition Fee |
S$ |
8,064.95 |
3. | Registration Fee For Overseas University |
S$ |
3,000.00 |
4. | Administrative Fee |
S$ |
400.00 |
5. | Examination Fee |
S$ |
900.00 |
6. | Course Material |
S$ |
1,050.00 |
9% GST |
S$ |
1,216.35 |
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Total |
S$ |
14,731.30 |
Please click here for more information on the fees which are likely to be incurred during the students’ course of study. Students are expected to pay for the stipulated fee(s) incurred, if necessary.
Payment Mode
For more information on Payment Mode, please click here.
For more information on Fee Protection Scheme (FPS), please click here.
For further details, please contact your Admissions Officer at 6334 0600.
Duration
- 12 months (full-time)
- 12 months (part-time)
Maximum Candidature Period
Student is not allowed to retake the course and/or request for a refund in the event if he/she fails to complete the programme within the maximum candidature period.
Opportunities for Further Education/Career Pathway
For career advancement, students can look forward to employment opportunities in these industries:
- Business Administration, General Management
- Marketing and Sales Management
- Human Resource Management
- International Business and Trade
- Other relevant sectors or industries
- Masters in Business /Supply Chain Management or related degrees
Notes:
- Graduates progression pathway is subject to the respective Institutions’/Universities’ entry requirements at the point of application.
- Foreigner’s application for jobs in Singapore is subject to the approval from the Ministry of Manpower of Singapore (MOM). DIMENSIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE any success rate of approval.
Entry Requirements
Academic Level: Polytechnic Diploma or DIMENSIONS Higher Diploma or DIMENSIONS Advanced Diploma or other private qualification that is equivalent to a year 1 and 2 of a degree programme from relevant disciplines or its equivalent.
All the applications are subject to University’s approval.
English Proficiency: Applicants must have an IELTS Score of 6.0 or its equivalent. English proficiency may be considered to have been met and an IELTS score may not be required if applicant possesses a highest qualification where English was the sole medium of instruction.
Class Periods
Full-time(Face-to-face)
Monday to Friday: 8.30am - 11.30am and/or 12.15pm - 3.15pm and/or 3.30pm - 6.30pm
3 hours per session. All specific programme schedules will be reflected in the timetable.
Part-time(Blended)
Weekday (Monday to Friday)
Sessions will be conducted from 7.00pm to 10.00pm
and/or
Weekend (Saturday and/or Sunday)
Sessions will be conducted within 9.00am to 6.00pm
3 hours per session. All specific programme schedules will be reflected in the timetable.
Examination Period
Assessments in course and / or at the end of semester
Note: All assessed marks shall be deemed provisional until such time they have been confirmed by an Awards Assessment Board of the Awarding Body.
Assessment Methods
Combination of written examinations, coursework in the form of portfolio, case study analysis, practical report, Essay, group or individual presentations.
Assessment Weighting
Module Name | Assessment Methods (Weighting) | |
Common Module | Developing Leadership and Management | Coursework – Management Report 3500 words (100%) |
The Business Consultancy Project | Coursework 1 – Individual Report (4000 – 5000 words) (60%), Coursework 2 – Presentation (15 minutes) (40%), Coursework 3 – Self-Reflection 2000 words (Pass/Fail) |
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Global Business and Strategy | Coursework 1 (50%) , Coursework 2 – Management Report 2500 words (50%) |
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BA (Hons) Business Management (Top-Up) | Marketing Across Cultures | Presentation (30%), Written Assessment – 3000 words (70%) |
International Entrepreneurship | Coursework 1 – Individual Report or Group Project (10 minutes video) (50%) , Coursework 2 – Individual Report 1500 words (50%) |
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (International Business) (Top-Up) | Marketing Across Cultures | Coursework (70%) |
Sustainable Development and International Business Law | Practical (50%), Coursework (P/F) |
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Business Technology) (Top-Up) | Commercial Management of IT | Coursework 1 (70%), Coursework 2 (30%) |
IT Business Analyst | Coursework 1 (70%), Coursework 2 (30%) |
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Marketing) (Top-Up) | Marketing Strategy | Presentation (30%) , Written Assessment – 3000 words (70%) |
Content, Copywriting and Creativity | Coursework 1 – Individual Report or Group Project (10 minutes video) (50%), Coursework 2 – Individual Report 1500 words (50%) |
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Finance) (Top-Up) | Financial Statement Analysis | Presentation (30%) , Written Assessment – 3000 words (70%) |
International Business Performance Appraisal | Coursework 1 – Individual Report or Group Project (10 minutes video) (50%) , Coursework 2 – Individual Report 1500 words (50%) |
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Supply Chain and Logistics) (Top-Up) | International Purchasing and Supply Chain Management | Presentation (30%) , Written Assessment – 3000 words (70%) |
Supply Chain Strategy | Coursework 1 – Individual Report or Group Project (10 minutes video) (50%) , Coursework 2 – Individual Report 1500 words (50%) |
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Enterprise) (Top-Up) | Freelancing Skills and Working for Yourself | Coursework (40%), Coursework (60%) |
Developing a Global Enterprise | Coursework (40%), Coursework (60%) |
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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Human Resource Management) (Top-Up) | Employee Engagement and Wellbeing | Presentation (30%), Written Assessment – 3000 words (70%) |
Contemporary Issues in HR Management | Coursework 1 – Individual Report or Group Project (10 minutes video) (50%) , Coursework 2 – Individual Report 1500 words (50%) |
Assessment Grading Criteria
70 – 100%: Excellent
60 – 69%: Very Good
50 – 59%: Good
40 – 49%: Satisfactory
35 – 39%: Unsatisfactory
21 – 34%: Poor
1 – 20%: Very Poor
NS: Non-Submission
Z: Academic Offence Notation
Expected Examination Results Release Date
Within 1 month from the Awarding Body’s Exam Board date.
Note: All assessed marks shall be deemed provisional until such time they have been confirmed by an Awards Assessment Board of the Awarding Body.
Qualification Award
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business Management , awarded by University of Derby, UK or
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Business Management (International Business), awarded by University of Derby, UK or
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Business Technology), awarded by University of Derby, UK or
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Marketing), awarded by University of Derby, UK or
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Finance), awarded by University of Derby, UK or
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Supply Chain and Logistics), awarded by University of Derby, UK or
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Enterprise), awarded by University of Derby, UK or
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Business Management (Human Resource Management), awarded by University of Derby, UK
Graduation Requirements
A “Pass” in all assessments of all modulesTeacher – Student Ratio
Average teacher-student ratio is 1:35
Note: The number of students in the classroom is subject to the maximum seating capacity.