Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Business Management

Program Overview

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Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Business Management

Course Description

The Undergraduate Higher Diploma in Business Management at Domain Academy Malta provides a broad, analytical, and integrated approach for those who wish to study Business Management. It provides students with an opportunity to develop their understanding of theory and its application in a wide variety and diverse contexts.

Target Group

The course is an opportunity for different target groups:

• Individuals or young persons who are seeking a career in business management.
• Anyone who is already employed in administration or in the technical field and wishes to develop their career towards managerial and executive positions in business organisations, public sector organisations, and NGOs.
• Individuals who operate their own enterprise and would like to develop their knowledge, skills, and competences to remain competitive in their respective industry.
• Aspiring entrepreneurs who are seeking to open their own business organisation.

Target Audience

• 16+

Course Language

English

Where you will learn

Domain Building, 102/104, Constitution Street, Mosta

Course Information

Intake

• March & October

EQF / MQF Level

• Level 5

Mode of Delivery

• Traditional

Duration of Course

• 2 Academic Years, 3-hours, Twice a Week (Full-Time and part-time options available)

Operational End Date

• N/A

ECTS Credits

• 120 ECTS

Programme Qualifies for

• Get Qualified Scheme

Certificate after completing

• Student Success Rate: 100

Awarding Bodies

• €6,500 (Prices for Non-EU applicants differ)

Course Details

What you will study

• Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management (Core Module)
• Financial Awareness (Core Module)
• Management and Operations (Core Module)
• Communication in Organisations (Core Module)
• Managing Change (Core Module)
• Human Resource Management (Core Module)
• Marketing Essentials (Core Module)
• Research Project (Core Module)
• Management and Organisation (Core Module)
• Managing People in Organisations (Core Module)
• Operations and Supply Chain Management (Core Module)
• Consumer Behaviour (Core Module)
• Research Project (Core Module)
• Economics for Business (Core Module)
• Information Systems in Organisations (Core Module)
• Integrated Marketing Communications (Core Module)
• Accounting and Financial Management (Core Module)

How will you learn

• This diploma is delivered with a flexible classroom-based method, through a variety of course materials, case studies, discussions, presentations, enquiry-based learning, and problem-solving activities.
• Lessons will be held in class in our premises at Domain Building, 102/104, Constitution Street, Mosta.

Assessment

• Formative assessment: The goal of formative assessment is to monitor student learning to provide ongoing feedback that can be used by lecturers to improve their teaching and by students to improve their learning and development.
• Summative assessment: Assessments will be designed according to the guidelines of each module specification.

Structure of Programme

• This programme offers both variety and flexibility, ensuring that the learning and assessment activities are relevant and of value for future progression.
• Throughout this programme, learners are continuously and actively involved in all teaching methods, including lectures, hands-on activities, seminars, workshops, and enquiry-based learning.

Grading System

• Grading will be based on – Pass – Merit – and Distinction.
• Resits will be permitted for each respected assignment and module. No more than two resits are permitted to the student, and the grading will be only a Pass.

Entry Requirement

• Matriculation Certificate equivalent to A’Level Standard of education; OR
• Relevant qualification at MQF/EQF Level 4 (preferably related to business and management)
• In the case of learners whose first language is not English, then IELTS 6 (or equivalent) is required
• In certain circumstances, learners with considerable work experience but no formal qualifications may be considered, subject to interview and being able to demonstrate their ability to cope with the demands of the course.

Fees & Funding

• Get Qualified Scheme
• MFHEA Licence Nº: 2011 – TC – 01
• Further and Higher Education Institution

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview: This program offers a broad, analytical, and integrated approach to Business Management, helping students understand theory and its practical application in diverse contexts.
• Objectives:
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the broad areas of business management.
• Critically comprehend theories, models, and approaches in various management areas, their application in real-world scenarios, and their impact on improving management processes.
• Gain in-depth knowledge of how external forces affect organizational decision-making.
• Describe the processes involved in selecting business and functional strategies in various organizations.
• Understand the importance of adopting a proactive approach to organizational problems and challenges.
• Navigate uncertainty and complexity in diverse organizational environments.
• Define expected behaviors for managers at different organizational levels.
• Recognize specific techniques required for in-depth analysis of organizational situations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in module-specific skills and sophisticated data analysis techniques.
• Develop confidence in making leadership decisions in demanding business situations.
• Enhance communication skills to effectively accomplish organizational goals.
• Apply evidence-based decision-making principles to find innovative solutions to organizational issues in various functional areas.
• Utilize analytical skills to translate creative ideas into practical solutions.
• Cultivate critical evaluation abilities and integrate theory and practice in a wide range of business scenarios.

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Outline:

• Content: The program covers various topics across core business management areas, including:
• Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management
• Financial Awareness
• Management and Operations
• Communication in Organizations
• Managing Change
• Human Resource Management
• Marketing Essentials
• Research Project
• Management and Organization
• Managing People in Organizations
• Operations and Supply Chain Management
• Consumer Behaviour
• Economics for Business
• Information Systems in Organizations
• Integrated Marketing Communications
• Accounting and Financial Management
• Structure:
• Duration: 2 academic years, part-time
• Entrepreneurship and Small Business Management: Explores the concept, purpose, and factors influencing entrepreneurial ventures.
• Financial Awareness: Introduces the nature, role, and importance of financial information in organizations, focusing on accounting principles and financial systems analysis.
• Management and Operations: Examines the distinction between management and leadership, emphasizes management and leadership characteristics and behaviors, and explores various management theories.
• Communication in Organizations: Delves into organizational, interpersonal, internal, and external communication, emphasizing effective communication for understanding, involvement, and commitment within organizations.
• Managing Change: Introduces different change management models and practices, assisting learners in understanding change management issues and developing problem-solving skills.
• Human Resource Management: Focuses on principles of effective Human Resource Management, including talent attraction, recruitment, retention, and the use of HR methods for competitive advantage.
• Marketing Essentials: Provides an introduction to core marketing principles, enabling learners to develop basic marketing plans and employ elements of the marketing mix to achieve desired outcomes.
• Research Project: Offers an opportunity for learners to explore and examine a current business environment topic, engaging in research in a specific field of study related to a provided theme.
• Management and Organization: Investigates the context of organizations, comparing and contrasting core social science disciplines' contributions to the study of organization and management.
• Managing People in Organizations: Introduces key concepts related to individual, group, and organizational behavior within contemporary organizations, exploring challenges managers face in managing people effectively.
• Operations and Supply Chain Management: Provides an overview of key issues and challenges facing organizations in managing their operations and supply chains, emphasizing the alignment of organizational processes with business needs.
• Consumer Behaviour: Examines consumer behaviour from cognitive, social, and cultural theoretical perspectives, establishing its relevance to marketing management and exploring both traditional and contemporary models of consumer behaviour.
• Economics for Business: Introduces basic economic theory as applied to business, presenting an economic understanding of individual choice, business behaviour, national-level economic systems, and government economic policy.
• Information Systems in Organizations: Provides an introduction to information technology fundamentals and covers the uses of information systems in business scenarios and organizations, emphasizing the role of information systems in the 'information age'.
• Integrated Marketing Communications: Recognizes the role of integrated marketing communications as an integral process in creating effective marketing activities, reflecting on changes in advertising, promotion, public relations, personal selling, digital, and direct marketing.
• Accounting and Financial Management: Places emphasis on understanding accounting information and financial management, providing an introduction to analytical tools critical to understanding financial management and the interrelationship between accounting results, financing, and managerial decision-making.

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Assessment:

• Assessment Methods:
• Grading System:
• Pass
• Merit
• Distinction
• Resit Policy: Up to two resits are permitted for each assignment and module, but grading will only be a Pass.

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Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• Lectures
• Hands-on activities
• Seminars
• Unique Approaches:
• Real-world case studies and discussions
• Problem-solving activities
• Use of various online tools and research resources
• Focus on developing research and analytical skills
• Interactive discussions and tutorials

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€6,500 Prices for Non EU applicants differ