ABE Certificate in Business Administration
(Accredited by the Association of Business Executives)

Course Duration:                       1 Year Full Time Study

Entry Dates:                             June, September and January

Next course start date is September 2008

An ABE Certificate provides a professional qualification that may be used to prepare directly for a career in business, or to gain advanced entry onto a range of professional qualifications and university business courses. The course provides students with an appreciation of the theoretical issues currently involved in the study of business and a range of practical skills which will enhance their value to potential employers. Major themes running throughout the programme include Management, Finance and Accounting, Marketing and IT.

What is the course structure?

The course is made up of 4 modules, all of which are assessed by external examination.

What subjects will I study?

You will take the following subjects on the ABE Certificate programme:

•  Introduction to Business
• Introduction to Quantitative Methods
• Introduction to Accounting
• Introduction to Business Communication

Entry Requirements:

No formal qualifications are required but applicants must demonstrate competence in the English Language and an interest in business.

A minimum English level of IELTS 5.5 or TOEFL 65-78.

English Support

Included in the cost of your course are three hours a week of Business English language lessons. If you require additional support, the college will incorporate this into your timetable. In addition to these classes you can make one-to-one appointments with your tutors who will proof read your work, offer advice on study strategies and help you prepare for your examinations.

How is the course assessed?

The course is assessed by external examination. Examinations are held twice a year usually in May or December.

Exam Grades are as follows:

Grade A – 70% Distinction
Grade B – 55%-69% Credit
Grade C - 40%-54% Pass
Grade D – 30-39% Fail
Grade E – 29% and below Fail

Candidates will be notified individually of their results, normally about two months after the examinations.

What can I do at the end of the course?

The Certificate in Business Administration will help develop an understanding of the main areas of business as well as providing essential knowledge of European markets.

The Business Administration Certificate provides a professional qualification which may be used to gain advanced entry for further studies and will provide a qualification that is recognized by potential employers.

On successful completion of this course you can:

Proceed to Diploma level
Use this qualification to further your career in business.

How to Apply
Contact the College