Diploma in Business Information Technology

Diploma in Business Information Technology

Overview

The Diploma is generally considered as a basic qualification for entry into a career in the IT and business industry. The Diploma is also recognised as entry level to Advanced Diploma in Business Information Technology and leads progressively to the BSc Hons Information Technology and Business Information Systems offered by Middlesex University.

Information at a Glance

Code:

Commencement Date:

(Tentative)

Deadline for New Application:

Tuition fee for Members:

HK$13,200

(HK$3,300 per module)

Tuition fee for Non-members:

HK$14,400

(HK$3,600 per module)

Medium of Instruction:

English

Mode of Instruction:

Face-to-face
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Details

Objectives

The objectives of the programme are to:

  • develop essential thinking and study skills in IT and business through a balance of academic and vocational subjects;
  • contribute to the development of computer systems and networks, databases and websites in a business context, whilst also developing an awareness of business needs;
  • allow you to understand and enter the IT and business profession with the necessary knowledge expected within the industry and the ability to apply the skills to a range of IT-related functions.
Programme Structure

The Programme consists of four modules and can be completed in 4-5 months. Classes will be held on weekday evenings and/or weekend.

  1. Computer Network (30 hours)
  2. Computer Systems (30 hours)
  3. Databases (30 hours)
  4. Designing and Developing a Website (30 hours)

Classes will be held on weekday evenings and/or weekend.


Assessment

100% course work based. Students will be assessed by a range of assessment tasks such as assignments, projects, quizzes, test, presentation as specified in the module outline.

Students are required to attend at least 70% of the scheduled class meetings, and must pass all four modules in order to be eligible for the award of Diploma in Business Information Technology.


Advancement Path

BSc (Hons) Information Technology and
Business Information Systems

(7 months lecture period)*

Reg No: 251740
Middlesex University

Diploma in Business Information Technology
(4-5 months)

HKMA

Admission is on a competitive and individual basis entirely at the discretion of the respective universities. Admission criteria and procedures are set by them and are subject to change without prior notice. The Association does not give any warranty and will not accept any liability regarding the above.

*It is a matter of discretion for individual employers to recognise any qualification to which this course may lead.


Admission

Entry Requirements

  • HKDSE with a minimum of 2 subjects at Level 2 and 1 subject in Level 3; or
  • HKCEE with 4 subjects attained at Grade E or above, including English Language (Syllabus B) or
  • HKAL with at least 1 subject attained at Grade E or above; or
  • have successfully completed the Project Yi Jin (毅 進 計 劃) Programme; or
  • LCCI Certificate in Business Information Systems or Information Processing Level 3; or
  • be aged at 18 or above and completed Form 5 study with at least 1 year’s relevant work experience plus interview, if required.

A good working knowledge of English language is vital and prior computer experience will be an advantage.

Enquiry

Course Details

Ms Emily Tse
Phone: 2774 8594
Email: emilytse@hkma.org.hk
 
Ms Joy Tsui
Phone: 2774 8563
Email: joytsui@hkma.org.hk

General Enquiry / Course Enrolment / Membership Information

Phone: 2774 8500 / Ivy Ng 3468 6023 / Shino Choi 3468 6024 / Windy Ng 3468 6025
Email: hkma@hkma.org.hk / enrol@hkma.org.hk
Fax: 2365 1000

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