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

Course Information

Course Type
Full-time
Fees (Local Students)
S$43,135.20, Preparatory Course in Business (if applicable) S$702.00 per module
Fees (Foreign Students)
S$47,541.60, 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

Industry exposure gives you the edge in business studies

The programme offers you the opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge of a range of business topics, combined with industry placement, building valuable skills for future employment.

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.

  • Gain valuable skill sets and work experience by undertaking industry placement components as part of this programme.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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, coursework and exam preparation.
  • Exemptions: Nil
  • Average teacher-participant ratio – 1:150
  • Minimum class size to commence: 30 students
  • 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.

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.
  • End-of-study block main exams are normally held in October and February.
  • Assessment schedule is subject to change by the University.

Modules

The modules offered are pre-determined by the University.

All modules are 20 credits except for the following modules:

  • Dissertation, 40 credits
  • Industry Placement A and B, 60 credits each.

Year 2 (180 credits)

Core Modules

  • Consumer Behaviour
  • International Economics and Financial Decision Making
  • Organisational Behaviour
  • Research Methods and Business Analytics
  • Responsible Business: Theory and Practice
  • Industry Placement A (12 weeks)

Electives (select one module)

  • Event and Festival Management
  • Managing Operations and Projects

Year 3 (180 credits)

Core Modules

  • Contemporary Issues in Marketing
  • Dissertation
  • Fundamentals of Leadership
  • Strategic Management
  • Industry Placement B (12 weeks)

  Elective (select one module)

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

The Industry Placement

The third study block of each year will be spent on an industry placement.

There will be a compulsory preparatory programme on personal and professional development. You will be coached by Birmingham career professionals on how to source internship placements to give you an edge over your future job search. Students learning on the placement will be assessed by the University.

By undertaking an industry placement, students gain valuable work skills and experience, providing them an advantage in today’s competitive graduate marketplace.

Student learning on the placement will be assessed by the University of Birmingham.

International students will need to complete their placement in their home country or any other countries (except Singapore due to regulatory restrictions).

For industry placement overseas, there will be additional costs over and above the programme fees to cover travel, accommodation and living expenses.

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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