Foundation In Business Management

Awarding Authority

AEC College

Programme Description

This is a foundation programme designed to prepare students for university level studies. It covers subjects such as management, sociology and economics. The programme also includes an English Language component.

Programme Aims

• provide students with high quality teaching and learning experiences
• develop subject specific knowledge and understanding
• encourage creativity and develop basic research, communication and quantitative skills
• prepare students for university level studies in business and management
• develop ability to become autonomous learners and to reflect upon personal skill development, thus encouraging life-long learning

Duration

10-12 months

Student-Teacher Ratio

40 : 1

Mode

Full Time

Programme Outline

• Introduction to Accounting and Finance:
  The aim of this module is to review, analyze, classify, and record business transactions in a manual and computerized environment. Emphasis is on understanding the complete accounting cycle and preparing financial statements, bank reconciliation, and payroll, includes accounting for notes, deferrals and accruals, receivables and payables, inventory and plant assets. Designed to provide a solid foundation for further study in both accounting and non-accounting environment and to the common financial accounting (external) reports and management accounting (internal) tools used for decision-making purposes.

• Introduction to Sociology:
  This is an introductory level module designed to acquaint students with some of the key concepts, theories, perspectives, and topics addressed by the discipline of sociology.  No specialized knowledge or previous modulework in the area is expected.  This class is structured around active student participation rather than instructor lectures.  Recognizing that different students learn best in different ways, the class will use a combination of readings, discussion, presentations and written exercises to explore the material.

• Introduction to Economics: 
  Economic concepts and ideas are used in both business and government as the basis for much decision-making.  This module introduces students to the main economic concepts and provides them with the opportunity to explore some of the key contemporary economic issues.

• Introduction to Computing: 
  The aim of this module is to review the technical aspects of computer systems and their role within the wider ambit of information systems to enable students to effectively apply the computer as a support tool within their study programme and profession.  This module will explore fundamental concepts including hardware and software; input, output and storage devices, communications and the Web; information systems development; multimedia; and database design.  In addition, these concepts will be applied within a variety of workplace and social situations; the social and employment implications of information technology; and a systems approach to the practical development of computer-based solutions to selected tasks.

• Introduction to Marketing: 
  The module focuses on students understanding of the marketing mix.  Essentially, studies are concentrated on the nature and behavior of supplying organizations, nature and behavior of the ultimate consumer and the various marketing mix elements (product, price, place, promotion), which are used by organizations to satisfy needs and wants of consumers.  This module aims to provide detailed marketing theories for conceptual purposes.

• Introduction to Management:  
  This module provides students with a firm understanding of the history of management and to review significant management literature and to apply management theories to practical problems in planning, organizing, and controlling business activity. This module systematically and thoroughly covers management theory and practice.  It will focus on the basic roles, skills and functions of management with special attention to managerial responsibility for effective and efficient achievement of goals.  Special attention will be given to social responsibility, managerial ethics, and the importance of multinational organizations.

Intakes

February, May, August and October.

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Current Intakes

15 Aug 2011 – 15 Aug 2011,

Tentative Date

24 Oct 2011 – 24 Oct 2012.

Schedule

Duration	Modules
4-5 months	English English
2-3 months	Introduction to Management Introduction to Marketing
2-3 months	Introduction to Economics Introduction to Computing
2-3 months	Introduction to Sociology Introduction to Accounting & Finance

Assessment

Each module is separately assessed, mostly by a combination of written examination and assignments.

Delivery Method

Lectures and Tutorials

Entry Requirements

• Completed 9 or 10 years of education or equivalent qualification.
• English Language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 4.5
• At least 16 years of age

Programme Fees

Details	AMOUNT (SGD)	GST	Total (SGD)
TUITION FEE	20,000	1,400	21,400
NET TOTAL			21,400

Generous financial grants and discounts are available for deserving students. Please consult our marketing consultants for details.