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APPLICATION & REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

Application Period for our September 2013 Full Time Semester runs from August 10th – August 24th, 2013

1. Applicants are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of TT$500.00

2. Applicants are required to submit an official transcript/certificate. If you are applying with a COSTAATT or ROYTEC qualification, a completion letter is also required.

3. Any applicant who may use an online transcript for the ABE and BTEC courses, a completion letter and a copy of your online transcript is required.

4. A copy of your CXC certificate as evidence of satisfying the English Language requirement (preferably a grade I, II or III) is also required.

5. You are not required to submit references with the application.

6. The completed application form (see attached), transcripts/certificates and GATE Clearance application form must be submitted. SBCS will then complete an online application to the University of Sunderland on your behalf.

7. Once we are notified on the status of your application you will be contacted by SBCS via

email.

8. You may then register for modules and classes for the programme.

Please note the following: Payments will be accepted via Linx, Credit Card or Cheque (this must be made in TT currency payable to School of Business and Computer Science Ltd), only.

Please be advised SBCS has a NO CASH policy in effect

If you have any questions on the above, please contact us at the Corporate Education Centre at cec@sbcs.edu.tt or call 663-7227 ext 1072-1081.

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BA(Hons) Business Management – (Final Year Degree) BENEFITS The BA (Hons) in Business Management will provide you with the necessary expertise to critically evaluate business models and concepts and apply them to real-world situations. Upon completion of this course you will be able to apply your skills to a wide-range of organisations, both commercial and not-for-profit. When you invest your time and money in a degree course you need to be sure of the benefits. With a BA (Hons) in Business Management the advantages are clear you can: · boost your career prospects · increase your value in the workplace · tackle a new job with confidence · be equipped for success in a rapidly changing business world. When you study with Sunderland Business School you can: · complete your degree in two years - or take longer if you wish · spread the cost over several years · control the cost of your studies - by paying for modules only when you order them · be confident that the course materials include everything you need to pass your exams · broaden your understanding with suggestions for further reading · study where you wish. COURSE DESCRIPTION BA (Hons) Business Management is designed as a final year top-up programme for those who already have a relevant higher qualification, such as a HND in a business subject (ABE/IAM Advanced Diploma in Business Management), to develop their knowledge and understanding of business to Honours Degree level. COURSE CONTENT / MODULES Comprises six modules: 1. Managing Projects – SIM 335 - (Assignment)

This module will enable you to understand the processes of project planning, financing and implementation using a variety of techniques covering:

Effective project definition Activity and time planning Cost and quality evaluations Risk management Management and leadership of project teams

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This module will introduce a good mix of operational skills and analysis of major strategic projects from around the world. This is an integrative module drawing down from a range of business functions and skills typical of the way businesses are increasingly being managed today.

2. Marketing Strategy – MKT 306 - (Assignment)

This module will enable you to appreciate how marketing strategies can contribute to the success of the business. You will consider the ‘mechanics’ of marketing strategy i.e. the models and concepts that are used in developing and implementing valid strategies. In exploring how marketing strategies are developed you will engage with contemporary marketing themes and issues such as relationship marketing, branding and e-marketing.

3. Strategic Management of Accounting – APC 309 - (Assignment) Explore aspects of internal resource management while examining the broader financial context in which companies operate. Budgetary control, working capital management and investment appraisal will also be investigated. Your emphasis of this module will be on the analysis and interpretation of financial data to aid management decision-making rather than technical preparation of data.

4. Strategic Management – SIM 336 - (Assignment)

Develop your skills by creating strategic plans and communicating those plans to stakeholders. You will take an international case-based approach to tracking businesses through the cycle of growth from start-up to mature market. You will also investigate the link between core strategic competence and competitiveness and review emergent issues of corporate governance and change.

5. Strategic Management of Human Resources –HRM 325 - (Examination) This module will consider the redefinition of personnel department's role in achieving strategic change through benchmarking, auditing and outsourcing. You will also review the key policy variables that make up a human resources strategy including: performance management, human resource development, employee relations, strategic recruitment and retention. This module will provide you with an introduction to important concepts of organizational development and learning.

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6. Contemporary Developments in Business and Management – SIM 337- (Examination) You will explore some of the key issues of enterprise including: innovation, effective corporate governance and social responsibility. You will then review the effective management of knowledge and intellectual capital of the organisation. This module also examines the contribution that small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) make to the economy in terms of innovation and knowledge creation.

ASSESSMENT A combination of assignments, case study reviews, planning exercises and examinations. DURATION OF THE PROGRAMME BA Honours Degree (final year top-up only: minimum - 12 months as a Full Time student; and a maximum – 18 months as a Part Time student) ENROLMENT DATES This programme has three start dates in February and August (Part Time intakes) and September (Full Time intake). APPLICATIONS Completed application form, transcript, evidence of satisfying the English Language requirement (preferably a Grade I, II or III in CXC English Language A), completed GATE clearance application, together with the non-refundable application fee of TT$500.00 should be submitted to:

Corporate Education Centre School of Business & Computer Science Ltd 53-54 Sagan Drive Champs Fleurs, Trinidad

Please note, all applications require 4 - 6 weeks processing time.

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Association of Business Executives (ABE) - Advanced Diploma in Business Administration

• Edexcel Higher National Diploma (HND) – HRM • COSTAATT Associate Degree -Business Management :

1. Management with Accounting 2. Management Information System 3. Management 4. Marketing 5. Protective Services 6. Human Resource Management

• Institute of Administrative Management (IAM) - Advanced Diploma in Business

Administration

• ROYTEC Associate Degree - Business Management

• UWI Associate of Science – Business Management CAREER PROSPECTS General Manager Business Consultant Administrative Assistant Senior Marketing Associate Marketing Manager Supervisor Sales Manager Executive Assistant

BA (Hons) Business Management

COURSE FEES

Description Fees

Application Fee TT$ 500.00 Registration Fee (Applicable to New students ONLY) TT$1,000.00 ** Course Fee (per subject) TT$6,400.00 Distance Learning Fee (per subject) TT$5,400.00 Administrative Fee (per subject) TT$ 650.00 ** This Course Fee is GATE Approved

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TUITION Tuition is optional, as the programme can be completed fully distance learning. For students who prefer tuition, classes commence in February for assessments in July and August for assessments in January, or September also for assessments in January.

All financial information provided by SBCS is subject to change.

Description – Assessment Fees

Assessment Fee (per subject-1st attempt) £50.00 (payable to SBCS)

Assessment Fee (per subject-1st re-sit) £50.00 (payable to SBCS)

Assessment Fee (per subject-2nd re-sit) £50.00 (payable to SBCS) and £75.00 (payable to UOS)

Assessment Fee (per subject-3rd re-sit) £50.00 (payable to SBCS) and £75.00 (payable to UOS)

Where all the following conditions exist: o Approved extenuating circumstances by the University

o Assignment not submitted /absent for

examination

£25.00 (payable to SBCS)

HELPING YOU BRING LEARNING TO LIFE

BA (HONS) BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (TOP UP)

welcome to the first stageof changing your lifeApplication Form

Name:

Programme:

University of SunderlandApplication FormTime to change your life

Name:

Programme:

• Use this form to apply for any programme at the University of Sunderland.

• The completion of the form is a means of conveying information about yourself, your potential and your motivation.

• Before you start to complete it, read it through.

• Complete in block capitals. Continue on an additional sheet if necessaryand attach it to your completed form

Section 3 Your Education and Training Note: This is a very important section and it is important that you do notoverlook anything relating to your study background.‘Qualifications’ include O and A Levels, CSE and GCSEs, HNDs, FoundationDegrees and Degrees. They also include Access courses at Colleges ofFurther Education, Open University credits, international qualifications andany vocational and in-service achievements. If you have any doubt about therelevance of a qualification, include it.Include all courses whether passed or failed. If the latter, indicate the ele-ments you did pass (if any).Admissions tutors have the discretion to waive ‘normal’ entry requirements ifthey are satisfied with your potential and motivation.

Section 5 Personal Statement The nature and variety of your personal interests may give some idea to theadmissions tutor as to your motivation and the suitability of the programmefor you. You may, for example, have considerable personal experience in vol-untary work or concentrate your reading in some relevant specialist area. Youwill also, presumably, have considered at some length why you wish to dothis programme and how it will be of value to you in terms of personal orcareer development. Please include any such information. If you have visitedthe university or already spoken to a member of staff about the programmeyou are applying for, please detail.

Section 8 DisabilityPhysical or other disability or medical condition including any which mightnecessitate special arrangements or facilities.

Disabilities/support required: 0 You do not have a disability nor are you aware of any associated addi-

tional support requirements in study or accommodation. 1 You have a specific learning difficulty eg dyslexia. 2 You are blind/partially sighted. 3 You are deaf/have a hearing impairment. 4 You are a wheelchair user/have mobility difficulties. 5 You have Autistic Spectrum Disorder or Asperger Syndrome. 6 You have mental health difficulties. 7 You have an unseen disability, eg diabetes, epilepsy, asthma. 8 You have two or more of the above disabilities/special needs. 9 You have a disability not listed above.

If you have any disability or medical condition which may mean that youneed special arrangements for your studies, please contact our DisabilitySupport Team (tel: 0191 515 2933), before completing the application formto ensure that the facilities you need will be available.

Section 9 Criminal Convictions You are required to state whether or not you have any criminal convictions,excluding motoring offences for which a fine and/or up to three penaltypoints were imposed. Please tick either the ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ box in Section 9 ofthe application form to indicate your situation. If you tick the ‘Yes’ box, youare required to provide details of any convictions on a separate sheet. Pleasenote if you do not tick either box in Section 9 your application form will notbe processed. If you have been convicted of a criminal offence (excluding (a) a motoringoffence for which a fine and/or a maximum of three penalty points wereimposed or (b) spent sentences), you are required to declare this by complet-ing the YES box in Section 9 of this form. If you have not been convicted ofa criminal offence you must complete the NO box.You should be aware that for certain programmes particularly related toTeaching, Health and Social Work, any criminal convictions, including spentsentences and cautions, must be declared. If you are in doubt you shouldcontact the admissions team for further advice.Serving PrisonersIf you are currently serving a prison sentence you must show the prisonaddress for correspondence in Section 2 of your application form, and inaddition you must complete the YES box in Section 9.

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974Applicants with criminal convictions should be aware of the provisions of theRehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Section 10 Equal Opportunities Monitoring Information The information requested on the form is required for statistical purposesonly. You do not need to complete it if you do not wish to. However, thedevelopment of the equal opportunities policy of the university will be assist-ed by the availability of relevant data.A Ethnic Origin

White 10Black-Caribbean 21Black-African 22Black-other 29Indian 31Pakistani 32Bangladeshi 33Chinese 34Asian-other 39Other 80

Section 13 Declaration Any offer of a place you may receive is made on the understanding that inaccepting it you agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the universityand by signing this form you are confirming your agreement to this.By signing this form you are saying that the information you have provided isaccurate and complete. Any offer of a place you may receive is made on theunderstanding that, in accepting it, you agree to abide by the rules and regu-lations of the institution.The university reserves the right to disclose information given in your applica-tion form to outside agencies, eg Police, Home Office, Local Authorities,Examining Boards, Department of Social Security, the Student LoansCompany.If the university has reason to believe that you or any other person has omit-ted any mandatory information requested in the instructions or the applica-tion form, has made any misrepresentation or given false information, theinstitution will take whatever steps it considers necessary to establishwhether the information given in your application is correct. The institutionreserves the right at any time to request that you, your referee or youremployer provide further information relating to any part of your applicationform, eg proof of identification, status, academic qualifications or employ-ment history. If such information is not provided within the time limit set or ifthat information is not satisfactory, the institution reserves the right to cancelyour application.

Notes for Applicants

DATA PROTECTION ACT, 1998The university will need to create and maintain computer and paper recordsrelating to the personal data of its students, both during their programme ofstudy and after leaving university. This information may also include sensitivepersonal data. All such data will be held and used by the university in com-pliance with the data protection principles laid down by the Data ProtectionAct, 1998, and in accordance with the university’s registration/notificationrecorded with the Information Commissioner. This data is required for aca-demic and administrative purposes connected with students’ studies andcareer at the university; it may be used in order to fulfil the university’s obli-gation to return data to the government and its funding and other agencies,such as the Higher Education Statistics Agency, and to bodies such as theStudent Loans Company, local education authorities in connection with grant,loan and other bursary administration, or in order to provide references toemployers and other organisations, or to confirm the validity of qualificationsawarded by the university; it should also be noted that, in accordance withtradition, in many cases examination results are published openly within thisuniversity. By applying to enrol on a course of study with the university, stu-dents consent to the processing of personal data in the way described aboveand also in terms of the right to privacy under the Human Rights Act, 1998.Students who wish to see copies of their personal data held by the universityshould apply in writing to the university's data protection officer. There is asmall statutory charge for this service.

Programme Title: (also write this on the front of this form)

Start Date: Month: Year:

Full-Time nn Part-Time nn Distance Learning nn

Level of Entry: Undergraduate nn Postgraduate nn Research nn MPhil/PhD/Prof nn

Year of Entry: (eg. 1, 2, 3)

1. Which programme are you applying for?

Application Number: Course Code:

Offer:

Conditions:

Agent Code:

OFFICE USE ONLY

English Language All applicants are required to be educated to a minimum of GCSE Grade C or above. International comparisons include IELTS/TOEFL/IGCSE. Please ensure youenclose certified copies of certificates.

Test: (GCSE, IELTS etc) Date of Test: Result:

Month: Year:

3. Your education and training (See section 3 of Notes for Applicants)

Please read the Notes for Applicants overleaf before completing this form. Write neatly using black ink or typescript.

Family Name/Surname: (BLOCK CAPITALS)

Forename(s):

Home Address: Title: Mr nn Mrs nn Miss nn Ms nn

Gender: Male nn Female nn

Home Tel: (inc. STD or Country/Area Code)

Mobile No: (inc. STD or Country/Area Code)

Email:

Postcode: Date of Birth: (eg 02.03.71)

Correspondence Address: (if different)

Postcode:

Country of Birth: Country of Residence: Nationality:

2. Your personal details

3. Continued

Examinations/Qualifications. (in chronological order) (continue on a separate sheet if necessary) course, examinations and qualifications completed and thosestill waiting for results.

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From To Qualification Subject/Title Institution Result and gradeMonth/Year Month/Year (for example GCSE, BTEC, Degree, (Place of study) (for example C or 60%)

International Baccalaureate)

Educational EstablishmentsPlease provide the names of the last two educational establishments attended .

Dates

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Job Title Main Responsibilities Full/Part-Time From ToMonth/Year Month/Year

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4. Your employment background/work experience

5. Personal statement (See section 5 of Notes for Applicants)

Please give reasons for choosing the programme and any additional information that may be relevant to your application.(continue on a separate sheet if necessary)

You are required to provide two references if applicable. One academic (for example teacher/college lecturer) and one professional (for example employer).References from family members or friends are not acceptable. The references may be sent together with the application form or directly from the referee tothe admissions office at the address given in box 13. Please note that mature/work-based applicants need only provide a professional reference.

6. References

If you are living in the European Union but were born outside the EU please state date of first entry to the EU and your reasons for being here.

Payment of Fees : Who is expected to pay your fees?

Yourself nn Family Member nn Sponsor nn Employer nnOther (please state):

7. Fees

10. Equal opportunities monitoring information

Ethnic originPlease choose from the ethnic origin terms the one which you feel most closely describes your ethnic origin and write the code in the box

10. Equal opportunities monitoring information (See section 10 of Notes for Applicants)

12. Checklist

nn I have ensured my personal details are correct

nn I have enclosed all certified copies of certificates showing my qualifications

13. Declaration (See section 13 of Notes for Applicants)

I confirm that, to the best of my knowledge, the information given in this form is correct and complete.

The University is registered under the Data Protection Act 1998 and information given on this form will only be used in accordance with the terms of the

University’s registration.

Applicant’s Signature: Date:

Please return this form to: University of Sunderland, Admissions, The Gateway, City Campus, Chester Road, Sunderland, SR1 3SD, United Kingdom.

Helpline Telephone: +44 (0) 191 515 3000 Email: student-helpline@sunderland.ac.uk www.sunderland.ac.uk

How did you hear about the University of Sunderland?

11. PhD/Research applicants only

RESEARCH PROPOSALIn order for us to assess your suitability to undertake postgraduate research, we need to know more about your proposed research topic. A general area cov-ers much ground and you should be able to provide some evidence of your advanced knowledge in your chosen area. Therefore we ask that you attach a 2 page outline of your proposed research, covering the following questions, to this application form:

1. What topic do you wish to research? What specific problem/s do you wish to explore regarding:(a) academic knowledge of the topic, (b) related organisational practice? Do you have a working title? Please view our Graduate Research School website(www.grs.sunderland.ac.uk) for more details on the range of research areas.

2. What advanced knowledge do you already have of this subject area?

3. What sources of information do you expect to use and where are they available? If your research is field-based, how much access do you require to partici-pants or organisations, and how do you expect to obtain it?

4. What methods will you use to collect/analyse data, and what is your current level of familiarity with them?If you have already been in contact with a prospective supervisor in the school, please write the name of the supervisor and school below.

Name School

8. Disability (See section 8 of Notes for Applicants)

9. Criminal convictions (See section 9 of Notes for Applicants)

Do you have any criminal convictions? Yes nn No nn (If Yes, please give details on a separate sheet)PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST COMPLETE THIS SECTION

Please enter the appropriate code in the box provided. PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST COMPLETE THIS SECTION

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REQUEST FOR CLEARANCE FORM

NAME: ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________Surname First Middle Title

DATE OF BIRTH: ____________________________ Gender: Female Male

(dd/mm/yyyy)

NATIONAL ID NO: ____________________________

CONTACT NO: ________________________ ____ E-MAIL ADDRESS: _______________________________________

RESIDENTIALADDRESS: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________

MAILING ADDRESS: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

INSTITUTION: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

PROGRAMME: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

LEVEL / YEAR: _________________________________________________________________________________________________

MODULES (if applicable): _________________________________________________________________________________________________

MATRICULATION ROUTE: Normal Mature (Applicable for ACCA and CAT Only)

Please choose one of the following options depending on your registration status:

1. FIRST TIME GATE RECIPIENT:

OR

2. PRIOR GATE RECIPIENT

NEW PROGRAMME PROGRAMME JUST COMPLETED: __________________________________________

OR

CONTINUING PROGRAMME LEVEL/ YR/ PROGRAMME JUST COMPLETED: ________________________________

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Before submitting your GATE Clearance Form to your Institution please verify that you have attached the following documents:

First Time GATE Recipients (One of the following)

GATE Clearance Form stamped and signed by the local GATE Funded Tertiary Level Institute (TLI)

ORCopy of Acceptance Letter from the GATE Funded Tertiary Level Institute

Prior GATE Recipients pursuing a New Programme

GATE Clearance Form stamped and signed by the local GATE Funded Tertiary Level Institute

ORCopy of Acceptance Letter from the GATE Funded Tertiary Level Institute

Proof of completion of your previous GATE Funded Programme (Copy of Certificate or Transcript)

Prior GATE Recipients continuing to pursue the same Programme

Copy of Grade Slips / Transcript of all exams attempted for the programme

SIGNED: ______________________________ DATE: ________________________________

THIS SECTION IS TO BE COMPLETED BY THE PRIVATE TLI FOR STUDENTS PURSUING A NEW PROGRAMME IF THE STUDENT HAS NOT BEEN PROVIDED WITH AN ACCEPTANCE LETTER

____________________________________________ has been accepted to pursue ___________________________________________________(Student Name) (Programme Name and Level)

at _________________________________________________________________ for the start date ________________________________________ (Institution Name) (Indicate Start Date of Programme)

Authorised Signature: __________________________________ Institution Stamp: ________________________________________________

MINISTRY USE ONLY

NEW STUDENT; APPROVED FOR CLEARANCE: Yes No

RETURNING STUDENT: STUDENT ID NO.: ________________________

PROCESSED BY: ________________________________________ DATE: ________________________________________

COMMENTS: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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