Course Synopsis:

The Advanced Diploma in Business & Technology offers a comprehensive exploration of key principles and practices essential for success in today’s dynamic business landscape. This program integrates theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing students for various roles in business and technology sectors. Through a blend of academic coursework, hands-on projects, and industrial attachments, students will develop a deep understanding of core business functions and the technological applications that drive modern enterprises. From financial decision-making to e-commerce strategies, human resource management to supply chain optimization, this program equips learners with the expertise necessary to thrive in diverse business environments.

Course Objectives:

Upon completion of the Advanced Diploma in Business & Technology, students will be able to:

• Develop proficient academic and research skills to critically analyze business issues and contribute to scholarly discourse.
• Enhance business communication abilities, including written, verbal, and digital communication, to effectively convey ideas and collaborate in professional settings.
• Apply financial decision-making techniques to evaluate investments, manage budgets, and maximize profitability.
• Demonstrate competence in retail management practices, including merchandising, inventory control, and customer service strategies.
• Explore the principles and strategies of e-commerce and online business to capitalize on digital opportunities and navigate evolving market trends.
• Understand the fundamentals of human resource management, including recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and employee relations.
• Utilize IT applications effectively to streamline business processes, enhance productivity, and support decision-making.
• Implement customer relationship management strategies to build and maintain strong customer connections and enhance business performance.
• Analyze supply chain management practices to optimize efficiency, minimize costs, and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Gain insights into economic principles and their implications on business decision-making, market dynamics, and industry trends.
• Cultivate entrepreneurial mindset and skills necessary for identifying opportunities, developing innovative solutions, and launching successful ventures.
• Engage in industrial attachment to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world contexts, develop practical skills, and gain hands-on experience in business and technology environments.

Modules:

1. Academic and Research Skills:

This module focuses on developing foundational academic and research skills essential for success in higher education and professional environments. Students will learn techniques for conducting research, critically analyzing information, synthesizing findings, and effectively communicating research outcomes through various mediums.

2. Business Communication:

In this module, students will enhance their communication abilities in business contexts. Emphasis will be placed on written communication (such as reports and emails), verbal communication (including presentations and interpersonal interactions), and digital communication tools commonly used in professional settings.

3. Financial Decision Making:

This module provides students with the knowledge and tools necessary to make informed financial decisions within a business context. Topics covered include financial analysis, budgeting, investment evaluation, risk management, and financial forecasting.

4. Retail Management

This module explores the principles and practices of retail management, focusing on strategies for effective merchandising, inventory management, sales techniques, customer service, and store operations. Case studies and real-world examples will be used to illustrate key concepts.

5. E-Commerce & Online Business

This module examines the fundamentals of e-commerce and online business models. Students will learn about the opportunities and challenges associated with conducting business online, including website design, digital marketing, payment processing, logistics, and customer relationship management in the virtual space.

6. Human Resource Management

This module covers the essential functions of human resource management within organizations. Topics include recruitment and selection, training and development, performance management, employee relations, legal compliance, and strategies for building a positive organizational culture.

7. IT Applications

This module introduces students to various information technology (IT) applications commonly used in business settings. Topics may include office productivity software, database management systems, enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, and project management tools.

8. Customer Relationship Management

In this module, students will learn strategies for building and maintaining strong customer relationships. Topics covered include customer segmentation, personalized marketing, customer service best practices, loyalty programs, and the use of technology to enhance the customer experience.

9. Supply Chain Management

This module provides an overview of supply chain management principles and practices. Students will learn about the components of the supply chain, including sourcing, procurement, logistics, inventory management, and distribution, as well as strategies for optimizing supply chain efficiency and responsiveness.

10. Economics

This module introduces students to economic principles and concepts relevant to business decision-making. Topics may include microeconomics (supply and demand, market structures, pricing) and macroeconomics (inflation, unemployment, fiscal and monetary policy), as well as their applications in business strategy and policy analysis.

11. Entrepreneurship

In this module, students will explore the entrepreneurial mindset and the process of starting and managing a business venture. Topics covered may include opportunity recognition, business planning, financing options, marketing strategies, risk management, and innovation.

12. Project

Participation in an industrial attachment is mandatory and forms an essential component of the course. In the event that a student is unable to secure a suitable internship due to circumstances beyond the college’s control, the alternative requirement will be the completion of a Project Work (Project in lieu of IA will be of 3 months duration).

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