Bachelor of Science (Honours) Business Management (Top-up) (University of Birmingham)

Course Information

Course Type
Full-time
Fees (Local Students)
S$37,065.60, Preparatory Course in Business (if applicable) S$702.00 per module
Fees (Foreign Students)
S$41,212.80, Preparatory Course in Business (if applicable) S$702.00 per module
Other Fees
Application and Student Development Fee: S$604.80 (local) / Application, Student Development Fee and Induction Fee: S$1,425.60 (International)
Duration
2 years
Intake Months
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Programme Grant
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Class Schedule
Information not provided by school.
Assessment Method
Varies module to module which can include written exams, coursework or a combination of both. Coursework includes written assignments, in-class tests, presentations, projects, etc. Some coursework may be group-based.

Description

Awarded and developed by: University of Birmingham, UK

Progression business skillset with strong demand by employers

Every business needs effective management to flourish. From marketing, accounting to human resources, the programme develops you with the tools and expertise to understand the changing world of business on a national and global scale.

This core degree combines the latest research and practices with the philosophy that future leaders of industry need a sound and broad-based business education. Through a combination of academic theory and practical work, you will develop critical thinking skills as you and your peers share views, debate and discuss.

This programme is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), the chartered professional body in the UK dedicated to promoting the highest standards in management and leadership excellence, with a membership community of over 120,000.

Through the University’s partnership with CMI, all final year SIM-Birmingham business students will be eligible for CMI membership and have access to its resources to support their studies.

Entry Requirements

  • SIM Diploma in Accounting / Banking and Finance / International Business / Management Studies; or
  • Business-related diplomas from local polytechnics; or
  • Non-business related diplomas with successful completion of the SIM Preparatory Course in Business.
  • All other qualifications will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis

Applicants must obtain an average Grade B and may be required for interview before admission.

All admissions (direct & non-direct entries) are based on merit and are subject to the final approval of the University.

English Language Requirements

  • Minimum C6 pass in English as First Language at GCE ‘O’ Level; or
  • IELTS 6.5 overall (at least 6.0 in each band); or
  • TOEFL 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing; or
  • Successful completion of a recognised approved diploma, where the language of instruction was English.

Preparatory Course in Business (If Applicable)

Developed and awarded by SIM, Singapore.

Applicants with non-business related diplomas or with suitable qualifications will be required to complete and pass a three-month Preparatory Course in Business for entry into the degree programme.

See course webpage for more information

Career Opportunities

Information not available

Modules

Structure

  • A structured curriculum delivered over two years through classroom learning. There are three study blocks in a year and each study block spans across four months.
  • Fully taught by Birmingham academics from the UK home campus to ensure equivalent academic inputs to the Singapore programme.
  • A 20-credit module is typically equivalent to 200 hours of study with 60 hours of class contact and 140 hours of self-study. Self-study includes revision, assignment writing and exam preparation.
  • Exemptions: Nil
  • Minimum class size to commence: 30 student
  • If the class fails to commence due to low take-up rate, students will be informed within one month before programme commencement with the refund of application fee.
  • All classes are conducted on SIM campus, unless otherwise stated.

Full-time Programme:

  • Average teacher-student ratio – 1:150

Lecturers' Teaching Modules

  • Weekly schedule: Monday to Friday over three time slots: 8:30am/12pm/3:30pm. Saturday classes may occasionally be scheduled if required.
  • Depending on the module, lessons are conducted typically 3 to 6 hours per day over a two-week period.

Part-time Programme (Not open for applications):

  • Average teacher-student ratio – 1:30
  • Lessons are conducted on weekday evenings and weekends of 3 to 7.5 hours per day on SIM campus.
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    • Mon – Fri: 7pm to 10pm
    • Sat – Sun: 9am to 5.30pm

Assessment & Attendance

  • Local and international students: 100% attendance rate
  • Year 2 progression to Year 3: Obtain 100 credits from Year 2 
  • Modes of assessment: Varies module to module which can include written exams, coursework or a combination of both. Coursework includes written assignments, in-class tests, presentations, projects, etc. Some coursework may be group-based. 
  • Assessment schedule is subject to change by the University.

For Full-time Programme:

  • End-of-study block main exams are normally held in October and February.

For Part-time Programme (Not open for applications):

  • Assessments generally follow the term in which the modules are delivered in.

Modules

The modules offered are pre-determined by the University.

All modules are 20 credits except Dissertation, which is 40 credits. 

Year 2 (120 credits)

Core Modules

  • Consumer Behaviour
  • International Economics and Financial Decision Making
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Research Methods and Business Analytics
  • Responsible Business: Theory and Practice

Electives (select one module)

  • Event and Festival Management
  • Managing Operations and Projects

Year 3 (120 credits)

Core Modules

  • Contemporary Issues in Marketing
  • Dissertation
  • Fundamentals of Leadership
  • Strategic Management

  Elective (select one module)

  • International Human Resource Management
  • Managerial Finance
  • Crisis Management
  • Globalisation, Innovation and Competitiveness
  • Globalisation, Innovation and Competitiveness

Note: The modules listed here and on the University’s website may occasionally be subject to change to ensure consistency with the UK programme. In such a scenario, you will be informed of any changes. 

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