Diploma in Business

Faculty of Business and Logistics
Programme Title (Arabic) الدبلوم في إدارة الأعمال
Acronym / Abbreviation* DipBus
Nature Unendorsed Qualification
Programme Code BBS6010 Programme Duration 2 Year/Cycle Programme Level Level 6
Programme Credits 240 Award Category Diploma
Effective From 2021/2022 Sem 2
Owner School of Business
Professional Body
Professional Body Recognition Status Effective From Interim Date Professional Bodies Contact Person Evidence
Employability Skills Yes 04/01/2021        
Target Groups*
High School Graduates
Qualification Completion Requirements Criteria

Awarded where candidates have met all of the requirements below:

  • Successful completion of all courses listed in Schedule A 

  • Accumulation of 30 credits from Schedule B of which 15 credits must be at NQF Level 6 or above. 

  •  Completion of 1 of the NR (5 Credits) – Arabic from schedule B.

Programme Overview*

The Business programme is based on a curriculum that provide a solid foundation in a broad range of business disciplines, which widen students’ ability to think strategically, and which enhance their employability.  The programme has been designed to provide opportunities for students to gain a sound understanding of the business environment with options to major in a specialised field as determined in consultation with Bahraini industry. Student may choose to exit with a Diploma in Business which covers the first two years of the programme. Each major has a range of courses to allow students to study in areas which are of relevance and interest to their individual career plan. The design of this programme also offers flexibility by allowing selection of courses from not only other business disciplines but also from other Bahrain Polytechnic programmes. 

 
Entry and Selection*

General entry requirements such as secondary school achievements, English and Mathematics are described in the Student Admission Policy A/AB/010. Specific entry requirements for this qualification, beyond those described in the Student Admission Policy are as follows:

  • Academic

    • Applicants must demonstrate competence in English and in Mathematics. These requirements may be met by:

      • The successful completion of:

    AP4203 English 2

    AP4101 Mathematics 2 or similar

 

  • or passing English and Mathematics Selection Tests at the required level.

 

  • Applicants who do not meet all of the entry criteria above may be considered for special or provisional entry

 
Selection and Criteria and Process*

Where there are more applicants who meet the programme entry criteria than can be accepted, the following shall be used:

  • Selection Criteria

Preference will be given to students who have successfully completed the Certificate of Academic Preparation programmes at Bahrain Polytechnic and have clearly demonstrated an aptitude for Business and a commitment to their study.

Results from programme entry tests will be used to select students with the highest likelihood of successfully completing the degree programme.

 

  • Selection Process

Applicants may be required to attend an interview.

Consideration of work experience and prior educational achievement may be used

 
Major Selection Criteria*

N/A

 
Accreditation / External Approval Requirements*

None specific to this qualification

 
Attendance Requirements*

Attendance requirements are described in the policy Student Attendance A/AB/010.

 
Qualification Overview*

The qualification encompasses the initial two years full-time academic study in the broad Business disciplines at NQF levels 6 and 7.  The intention is to build up core knowledge in a range of areas including marketing, accounting, finance, quantitative techniques, research methods, economics, management, information systems and law; to develop general academic capacity, introduce sociological and ethical issues in business.

The qualification also includes four English language courses and some elective courses.

 

 
Qualification Aim*

The overall aim of the Diploma in Business is to provide an exit for students unwilling/unable to complete their Bachelor of Business degree.

 
Graduate Pathways and Destination*

Pathways Diagram

Postgraduate Study

Employment

 

 

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Bachelor of Business

(Years 3 and 4)

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DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS

(Years 1 and 2)

 

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Secondary school graduates

Certificate of Academic Preparation

Workforce


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Employment Opportunities: This programme prepares students for the following careers and/or employment opportunities (but not limited to):

  • Accounts assistant

  • Sales assistant

  • Merchandising and marketing assistant

  • Business research assistant

  • Customer relationship representatives

  • Business ownership

 
Other Information*

 

Empolyability Skills Generic Definition:

Communication

Communicate in ways that contribute to productive and harmonious relationships across employees and customers.

Team work

Work effectively independently and in collaboration with others.

Problem solving

Think critically and respond appropriately to changing needs within a growing and diversifying economy.

Initiative and enterprise

Apply resourcefulness, innovation and strategic thinking to a range of workplace situations.

Planning and organisation

Plan and manage their working lives.

Self management

Demonstrate self discipline and adaptability, and be able to plan and achieve personal and professional goals.

Learning

Understand the need for and engage with continuous learning throughout the lifespan.

Technology

Utilize information technology effectively and ethically in their personal and professional lives.

 

Programme Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this programme the learner will be able to :

Description
Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of core business concepts and a broad understanding of the changing business environment
Evaluate business perspectives and adapt strategies to deal with varied (defined and some undefined) business contexts
Practice as a professional using 21st century skills

Semester Schedules

Year 1 / Semester 1

Core
Course Code Title
BU6008 Applied Communication
BU6005 Introduction to Accounting
EL5001 Introduction to English Communication
BU6001 Introduction to Marketing
Optional
Course Code Title
BU6013 Business Mathematics
ELEC Elective

Year 1 / Semester 2

Core
Course Code Title
EL5002 English Communication for Research, Reading and Writing in the Disciplines
BU6007 Introduction to Economics
BU6006 Quantitative Business Methods
Optional
Course Code Title
NR-Arabic National Requirements- Arabic

Year 2 / Semester 1

Core
Course Code Title
BU6009 Introduction to Finance
BU6004 Introduction to Management
BU6010 Management Information Systems
Optional
Course Code Title
EL6003 English Skills A

Year 2 / Semester 1 or 2

Optional
Course Code Title
ELEC Elective
EL6402 Research Skills
EL6401 Skills for Academic Writing
EL6403 Speaking Skills for Interviews

Year 2 / Semester 2

Core
Course Code Title
BU7003 Business Law
BU6011 Business Research Methods
BU7002 Human Resource Management
Optional
Course Code Title
BUSOPT1 Business Options 1
ELE1 Electives 1
BU6012 Project Management

Year 2 / Unspecified

Core
Course Code Title
GS6102 Introduction to Human Rights
GS5103 Modern Economic History of Bahrain