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BBSI offers international students highquality training in English; a wide range of nationally

accredited academic courses in popular subjects, including University Foundation and Pre-Masters courses; and a diverse range of

nationally-accredited professional and vocational qualifications.Our comprehensive UK university placement

service provides assured entry to achoice of UK universities.

We have a policy of constant innovation. As a markof our quality, BBSI is certified with the National Quality Assurance

ISO 9001 standard. In addition, BBSI is recognised by theBritish Council and is a member of English UK,

Business English UK and IALC.

BBSI is accredited by the national awarding body NCFE. We hold an Investors In Quality (IIQ) Licence in

recognition of the fact that our training programmes meet the rigorous standards set by the national education standards agency,

the National Qualifications Agency (NQA), and areconsidered notionally at NQA Level 3 within the British Government's

NationalQualifications Framework.

Bournemouth University recognises all BBSI's higher-certificate and diploma University Foundation

Programmes, with successful completion equating to an NQA Level 3qualification and meeting the requirements for access to a wide

range of university undergraduate courses.

Additionally, BBSI is a Registered Centre for the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations Board, and

is an Approved Training Centre for both the Chartered ManagementInstitute and the Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply.

Our level of international accreditation is recognition of BBSI’s academic and professional

commitment to excellence.

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Avon House26-28 St Peter's Road

BournemouthDorset BH1 2LW England

Tel: +44 (0) 1202 780777

Fax: +44 (0) 1202 780888

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I'm sure everyone will be lucky when they study in your school because they will find good facilities,a big school and excellent teachers. I'm really happyto contact you at BBSI and I will recommend yourschool in my home (Saudi Arabia) when I arrive back there. I appreciate your hard work and go ahead.Dafer, Saudi Arabia

I find the class beneficial for me; theteaching is just fantastic. I think for the 3

months I have learnt more than for several years.

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I want to thank BBSI for the greateducation and discipline providedto me. You were a great help in

starting my career.Chadi Darkal, Syria

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’BBSI is one of the best universityfoundation schools in the UK. I believeI can now reach my dream thanksto BBSI.Li Rong Zhang, China

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BBSI was founded in 1992 and occupies 2 prominent and adjoining Victorian buildings located in the centre ofBournemouth, a beautiful seaside resort on the south coast of England. Our primary aim is to deliver a wide variety of high-quality study programmes for international students and to optimise their learning experience in the UK.

English Language TrainingBBSI offers English courses of the highest quality year round at differentlanguage levels. Students can also study for and undertake the IELTSexamination and a wide range of Cambridge ESOL English examinations.

Business & Professional TrainingWe offer an extensive variety of study programmes all year round in popularsubjects from certificate to diploma level. All courses include extensive andsupportive English-language elements, and provide students with the opportunityto acquire valuable academic and professional qualifications.

Summer CoursesDuring the summer months, July-September, BBSI offers short courses ofbetween one and 12 weeks duration. In addition to English, participants canstudy popular business or specialised subjects and prepare for and obtain arange of useful qualifications.

UK University Placement ServiceBBSI University Foundation and Pre-Masters courses include a comprehensive University Placement Service to top universities inthe UK. Provided students obtain the necessary grades, they are assured of their university place prior to completion of their course.

Academic FacilitiesBBSI comprises 25 well-equipped classrooms withDVD/VCR/CD and PowerPointprojector equipment. Schoolcapacity is around 270 students.Facilities include 2 fully-networked IT Multi-MediaCentres, and Wi-Fi high-speedBroadband access throughoutthe premises provides real-timeaccess to the Internet, as wellas e-mail facilities. There is a student common room with satellite television and refreshment facilities. In addition, BBSI has a reference library, a garden and patio area for relaxation, and parking areas for bicycles.

Sports, Leisure & RecreationBBSI offers a comprehensive selection of leisure, sports and social activities, both during the day

and in the evenings. In planning such activities, the School takes full account of the cultural differencesbetween life in England and in students' home countries. In satisfying this requirement, staff consider,

among other factors, cultural background, lifestyles and religious faith. Activities include:

* football tournaments * skittles evenings * beach volleyball tournaments* cultural excursions * games nights * coffee & conversation club

Social ProgrammeThere is a full social programme for both staff and students. Activities include:

* sporting events * beach & garden BBQs * day trips to London, Bath & elsewhere* picnics in the park * karaoke pub nights * welcome & leaving parties* beach parties * museum visits * London theatre trips

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BBSI is located in the centre of the beautiful resort of Bournemouth on the south coast of England, within easyreach of all amenities. The surrounding countryside is some of the most beautiful in England and the relaxed,friendly and personal atmosphere at BBSI provides a central facility where students can base both the academic and social structures of their lives.

BournemouthBournemouth is a holiday town with a reputation for being sophisticated and vibrant. The town is a regional centre for commerce, with itsown university, and is a unique and popular place in which to live and study throughout the year. There isa vibrant nightlife with a wide range of quality entertainment, including cinemas, concerts,theatres, night clubs, bars and restaurants. Our shops cater for all tastes. Bournemouth isalso famous for its 7 miles of sandy beaches, beautiful parks and gardens, and itscosmopolitan atmosphere. There is also easy access to many regional cultural attractions.Bournemouth International Airport has daily flights to numerous UK and Europeandestinations and there are daily sea ferries from Poole to France, Spain and the Channel Islands.

Surrounding AreaThe beautiful coastal area to the eastand west of Bournemouth is adesignated World Heritage Site. To thewest of Bournemouth lies the ancientport of Poole, situated within a vastnatural harbour. Poole provides access towildlife, deserted islands and beautifullandscapes. It is also one of the busiestand most exciting places in the UK topractise water sports. To the east liesChristchurch, in a picturesque setting at the estuaries of 2 rivers. The town has acharming medieval atmosphere and is dominated by its ancient priory.

Travel DetailsBournemouth is less than 2 hours travelling time from London by coach, train or car. On their first morning at BBSI, students arewelcomed to the School and are provided with an appreciation of local services and amenities. Transport facilities are explained,including those bus routes between BBSI and the residential areas where our host families are located. Most bus journeys in and around Bournemouth take between 10 and 20 minutes.

Travel TimesExpress Coach

From London Heathrow Airport: 2 hours 24 minutesFrom London Gatwick Airport: 3 hours 30 minutesFrom London Stansted Airport: 4 hoursFrom Portsmouth Ferry Terminal: 1 hour 20 minutes

RailFrom London Waterloo Station: 1 hour 40 minutesFrom Southampton Airport Station: 38 minutes

RoadFrom London Heathrow Airport: 1 hour 30 minutesFrom London Gatwick Airport: 2 hoursFrom Southampton Airport: 45 minutesFrom Bournemouth Airport: 20 minutes

Transfer to BournemouthWe offer a transfer service from airports, seaports, and rail and coach stations to take students directly to their thieraccommodation.

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While you study in Bournemouth, it is important that you are comfortable in your domestic environment and that youmix with as many native-speakers of English as possible and absorb the local culture in your everyday activities. BBSItherefore offers various accommodation options to suit your personal requirements, including host-family accommodation,hotel and guest house accommodation and residential facilities.

AccommodationA popular tourist resort, Bournemouth offers a wide choice of accommodation. BBSI selects only quality accommodation thatcomplies with the English UK Homestay Charter and British Council Guidelines.

Standard Host-Family One of the best ways to 'acquire' the English language outside the classroom and to experience the British culture is to live with a British host family. BBSI host-family accommodation includes a comfortable single study/bedroom, and is available on a part-board basis (breakfast and evening meal Monday-Friday, with full-board facilities (all meals) at weekends); on a bed and breakfast basis; or on

a self-catering basis. Our host families are located close to the Schooland are inspected regularly to ensure that the highest standards ofaccommodation and care are continually met and maintained.

Executive Host Family The executive host-family option provides accommodation in a high-quality home in an exclusive residential area, with study/bedrooms ofabove-average size and with en-suite/private bathroom facilities.Moreover, many of our executive rooms have television and Internetconnection included. Accommodation is available on a part-board basis(breakfast and evening meals Monday-Friday, with full-board facilities(all meals) at weekends), on a bed and breakfast basis or on a self-catering basis. Our families are located close to the School and areinspected regularly to ensure that the highest standards ofaccommodation and care are continually met and maintained.

Residential BBSI can organise residential accommodation on a self-catering, roomonly, bed and breakfast or a dinner, bed and breakfast basis. Fees willvary according to location and room type.

Guest Houses & HotelsBBSI can recommend several small, friendly guest houses and hotels close to our premises that would suit all budgets. You can choose a room with or without a private bathroom, and breakfast is included. Dinner can also be provided on request.

Welfare FacilitiesBBSI staff have developed a unique understanding of international students and werecognise that individuals have widely different welfare and cultural needs. Ourpolicy is to provide and maintain a safe and healthy environment for study.Welfare staff are on hand throughout normal School opening hours andemergency staff are contactable at weekends and overnight.

The British Council provides a personal safety guide for international students; this

information is available atwww.educationuk.org.

If you have enrolled ona course at BBSI or arethinking of doing so,you will probably havemany questions. TheUKCOSA website, atwww.ukcosa.org.uk,provides very helpful advice for students.

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ACADEMIC

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Students at BBSI are encouraged to take responsibility for their own development. Self-motivation is encouraged,which engenders rapid progress in professional skills and the acquisition of accurate and fluent English. Ourtraining methods are functional and practical, and we offer a correct balance in emphasis between trainingethos and social atmosphere.

We employ a wide range of effective teaching methods to suit different types of learner. Interactive techniques stimulate interest,inspire motivation, increase the efficiency of the learning process and achieve the highest possible levels of retention. Our aim is tomake the UK learning experience as enjoyable as possible. Each of our courses contains some or all of the following elements:

* English-language development and skills practice * functional, everyday social and professional communication skills* individual study skills development * specialised academic and professional training* preparation for academic or professional examinations * computing and IT training

The maximum class size is 12 participants; albeit BBSI reserves the right to increase the number to15 during peak periods.

Academic Coordination. Our academic management standards are extremely high. All trainingprogrammes are supervised personally by the Director of Studies. In addition, students areallocated a personal tutor who is responsible for the following:

* coordination of students' work with other teachers * marking and assessing assignments* supervision of individual academic progress * monitoring of attendance and performance* regular, individual consultation with students * liaison with administrative and welfare staff* coordination of academic reports

Academic Staff. BBSI employs full-time tutors, part-time tutors and freelance specialist trainers. All tutors are professionallyqualified with either a degree, or a diploma or certificate qualification in ELT. Tutors undergo regular continuation training anddevelopment.

School Timetable. Study periods comprise blocks of 2, forty-five minutelessons at set periods throughout the day. In addition, students are expected tooptimise their learning experience by utilising the extensive BBSI extra-curricular IT and multi-media facilities. Personal tutors are available daily forindividual consultation.

Assessment & Grading

To assess academic progress accurately and fairly, BBSI employs a system ofcontinuous assessment that has been developed as a rigorous alternative to aformal examination system, and is designed both to support study and tocontribute to the motivation of students. Assignments are set regularly toassess the achievement of learning outcomes. These assignments may be in the form of written essays, reports, or case studies;progress tests; research and analysis projects; preparation and delivery of presentations; business simulations; or portfolio work.

To ensure grading is consistent and fair, careful guidelines are set and internal verification is standard procedure to meet rigorousquality-management requirements. All work is assessed on the basis of the quality of its presentation, content and language.The following are also taken into account: general ability and performance, assimilation, participation and motivation,punctuality and attendance, and overall academic progress. Grading criteria are shown in the table below.

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School Opens 0815Period 1 0900-1030

BreakPeriod 2 1045-1215

LunchPeriod 3 1315-1445

BreakPeriod 4 1500-1630

School Closes 1700

GRADING GRADE RESULTS SKILLS ATTENDANCE FOUNDATION TARGETS

DISTINCTION > 80% high level of communication & > 90% foundation grade soughtfluency of expression by top 10 universities

CREDIT 65-79% ability to apply professional > 90% foundation grade soughtpractice skills by most traditional universities

PASS 50-64% ability to communicate clearly in the > 80% minimum foundation soughtrelevant discipline at a professional level generally by universities

FAIL OR< 49%

lack of coherence in work, < 70%REFERRAL and inability to sustain an argument level

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Comprehensive details of all BBSI coursescan be found on our website at www.bbsi.co.uk. Full

details of each course can be downloaded in pdf format,which provide a week-by-week breakdown of course

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Entry Level & Progress Chart

Chart indicates minimum IELTS entry level, or equivalent

The symbol > indicates range of entry levels

Elementary Pre-Intermediate Intermediate Upper-Intermediate Advanced

2.0 3.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 6.0 6.5 7.0 7.5

12 weeks 12 weeks 12 weeks 12 weeks 12 weeks 12 weeks 12 weeks 12 weeks

ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSES

General English > > > > > > > >

Academic English & IELTS Examination Preparation > > > > >General English, Computing & IT Skills > > > > >

BUSINESS ENGLISH COURSES

Communication & Business Skills > > > >

International Business English > > > >

DIPLOMA COURSES (Diploma, University Foundation & Pre-Masters)

Management & Business Administration > > > >

Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations > > > >

Finance & Financial Services > > > >

Hospitality Management & Tourism > > > >

Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law > >

Science, Technology, Computers & IT > > > > >

HIGHER-CERTIFICATE COURSES (Higher-Certificate, University Foundation & Pre-Masters)

Management & Business Administration > > > >

Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations > > > >

Finance & Financial Services > > > >

Hospitality Management & Tourism > > > >

Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law >

Science, Technology, Computers & IT > > > > >

CERTIFICATE COURSES (Certificate, University Foundation & Pre-Masters)

Management & Business Administration > > >

Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations > > >

Finance & Financial Services > > >

Hospitality Management & Tourism > > >

Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law >

Science, Technology, Computers & IT > > >

SUMMER COURSESGeneral English > > > > > > > >

Academic English & IELTS Examination Preparation > > > >

Communication & Business Skills > > > >

International Business English > > > >

Management/Management & Business Skills > > >

Marketing/Marketing & Business Skills > > > >

Finance/Finance & Business Skills > > > >

Hospitality & Tourism/Hospitality, Tourism & Business Skills > > >

International Law/International Law & Business Skills > >

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Potential students wishing to assesstheir current English-language level, shouldaccess www.bbsi.co.uk and undertake theBBSI On-Line English Language Test.The Test should be submitted to BBSI forassessment. Individuals will be notified

without delay regarding theirability to study their chosen

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COURSE MINIMUM LANGUAGE LESSONS DURATION ACCREDITATION ENTRY PAGEENTRY LEVEL DATES

ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSES

General EnglishGE 20 Elementary 20 min 1 week Certificate every Monday P 10GE 24 Elementary 24 min 1 week Certificate every Monday P 10GE 30 Intermediate 30 min 1 week Certificate every Monday P 10GE 40 Intermediate 40 min 1 week Certificate every Monday P 10

Academic English & IELTS Examination PreparationAEI 30 Intermediate 30 min 4 weeks Certificate every Monday P 11AEI 40 Intermediate 40 min 4 weeks Certificate every Monday P 11

General English, Computing & IT SkillsEIT Intermediate 30 min 4 weeks Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar P 11

BUSINESS ENGLISH COURSES

Communication & Business SkillsCBS Intermediate 30 4-12 weeks Certificate throughout the year* P 12

International Business EnglishIBE Intermediate 30 1-12 weeks Certificate throughout the year P 13

CERTIFICATE, HIGHER-CERTIFICATE, DIPLOMA, UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION & PRE-MASTERS COURSES

Management & Business AdministrationCMB Upper-Intermediate 30 4-12 weeks Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 14CMB 24/DMB Upper-Int/Intermediate 30 24/36 weeks Higher-Cert/Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 15UMB 24/36 Upper-Int/Intermediate 30 24/36 weeks Higher-Cert/Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 16PMB 12 Upper-Intermediate 30 12 weeks Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 17PMB 24 Upper-Intermediate 30 24 weeks Higher-Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 17PMB 36 Intermediate 30 36 weeks Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 17

Marketing, Advertising & Public RelationsCMP Upper-Intermediate 30 4-12 weeks Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 18CMP 24/DMP Upper-Int/Intermediate 30 24/36 weeks Higher-Cert/Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 19UMP 24/36 Upper-Int/Intermediate 30 24/36 weeks Higher-Cert/Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 20PMP 12 Upper-Intermediate 30 12 weeks Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 21PMP 24 Upper-Intermediate 30 24 weeks Higher-Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 21PMP 36 Intermediate 30 36 weeks Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 21

Finance & Financial ServicesCFS Upper-Intermediate 30 4-12 weeks Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 22CFS 24/DFS Upper-Int/Intermediate 30 24/36 weeks Higher-Cert/Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 23UFS 24/36 Upper-Int/Intermediate 30 24/36 weeks Higher-Cert/Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 24PFS 12 Upper-Intermediate 30 12 weeks Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 25PFS 24 Upper-Intermediate 30 24 weeks Higher-Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 25PFS 36 Intermediate 30 36 weeks Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 25

Hospitality Management & TourismCHT Upper-Intermediate 30 4-12 weeks Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 26CHT 24/DHT Upper-Int/Intermediate 30 24/36 weeks Higher-Cert/Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 27UHT 24/36 Upper-Int/Intermediate 30 24/36 weeks Higher-Cert/Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 28PHT 12 Upper-Intermediate 30 12 weeks Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 29PHT 24 Upper-Intermediate 30 24 weeks Higher-Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 29PHT 36 Intermediate 30 36 weeks Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 29

Legal Studies, International & Commercial LawCLS Upper-Intermediate 30 4-12 weeks Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 30CLS 24/DLS Upper-Intermediate 30 24/36 weeks Higher-Cert/Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 31ULS 24/36 Upper-Intermediate 30 24/36 weeks Higher-Cert/Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 32PLS 12 Upper-Intermediate 30 12 weeks Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 33PLS 24 Upper-Intermediate 30 24 weeks Higher-Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 33PLS 36 Upper-Intermediate 30 36 weeks Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 33

Science, Technology, Computers & ITCST Intermediate 30 4-12 weeks Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 34CST 24/DST Intermediate 30 24/36 weeks Higher-Cert/Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 35UST 24/36 Intermediate 30 24/36 weeks Higher-Cert/Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 36PST 12 Upper-Intermediate 30 12 weeks Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 37PST 24 Intermediate 30 24 weeks Higher-Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 37PST 36 Intermediate 30 36 weeks Diploma Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 37

AVIATION ENGLISH COURSES

CAV 12 ICAO Level 3 40 12 weeks ICAO Level 4 by arrangement P 40CAV 24 ICAO Level 2 40 24 weeks ICAO Level 4 by arrangement

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MILITARY ENGLISH COURSES

NATO STANAG 6001 SLP1 Elementary 30 as required NATO STANAG 6001 SLP 1 by arrangement P 42NATO STANAG 6001 SLP2 SLP 1 30 as required NATO STANAG 6001 SLP 2 by arrangementNATO STANAG 6001 SLP3 SLP 2 30 as required NATO STANAG 6001 SLP 3 by arrangementNATO STANAG 6001 SLP4 SLP 3 30 as required NATO STANAG 6001 SLP 4 by arrangement

FIRST-LINE MANAGEMENTChartered Management Institute (CMI)

Award (Level 3) Intermediate 30 12 weeks CMI Award Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul P 44Certificate (Level 3) Int/Upper-Intermediate 30 24 weeks BBSI H-Cert/CMI & NCFE Certs Sep; Jan; Mar; JulDiploma (Level 3) Intermediate 30 36 weeks BBSI & CMI Diplomas/NCFE Cert Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul

PURCHASING, SUPPLY & LOGISTICSChartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS)

Certificate (Level 3) Intermediate 30 12 weeks BBSI & CIPS Certificates by arrangement P 45Higher-Certificate (Level 3) Int/Upper-Intermediate 30 24 weeks BBSI H-Cert/CIPS & NCFE Certs by arrangementDiploma (Level 3) Intermediate 30 36 weeks BBSI Diploma/NCFE & CIPS Certs by arrangement

PROFESSIONAL IN-HOUSE SHORT COURSES & SEMINARS 3-10 days by arrangement P 50

SUMMER COURSES

General EnglishGE 20 Elementary 20 1-12 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep P 51GE 24 Elementary 24 1-12 weeks Certificate Jul-SepGE 30 Intermediate 30 1-12 weeks Certificate Jul-SepGE 40 Intermediate 40 1-12 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep

Academic English & IELTS Examination PreparationAEI 30 Intermediate 30 min 4 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep P 51AEI 40 Intermediate 40 min 4 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep P 51

Communication & Business SkillsCBS Intermediate 30 4-12 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep* P 52

International Business EnglishIBE 20 Intermediate 20 1-12 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep P 53IBE 30 Intermediate 30 1-12 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep P 53

Management MAN Intermediate 20 2-12 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep P 54

Management & Business SkillsMBS Intermediate 30 2-12 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep P 54

MarketingMKT Intermediate 20 2-12 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep P 55

Marketing & Business SkillsMKS Intermediate 30 2-12 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep P 55

Finance FIN Intermediate 20 2-12 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep P 56

Finance & Business SkillsFBS Intermediate 30 2-12 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep P 56

Hospitality & Tourism HSP Intermediate 20 2-12 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep P 57

Hospitality, Tourism & Business SkillsHBS Intermediate 30 2-12 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep P 57

International LawLAW Upper-Intermediate 20 2-12 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep P 58

International Law & Business SkillsLBS Upper-Intermediate 30 2-12 weeks Certificate Jul-Sep P 58

PROFESIONAL INTERNSHIPS Upper-Intermediate 8 weeks (min) NCFE Certificate throughout the year P 39

The BBSI academic year is divided into 4 equal terms of 12 weeks. Term commencement dates normally fall within the months ofSeptember (autumn - Term 1), January (winter - Term 2), March (spring - Term 3) and June (summer - Term 4) annually.

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Our English-language courses are designed and structured atdifferent language levels to enable international students todevelop all 4 language skills, as well as their knowledge ofgrammar and vocabulary, at a language level to suit theirneeds. Our system of learning also enables students at anIntermediate level of English and above to progress to one ofour more specialised study programmes. The courses areconducted around a busy social and activity programme.

General EnglishOur General English courses are modular in format so thatstudents can join a course at any time throughout the year andstudy for periods that suit their personal circumstances. Weoffer a choice of 4 study programmes that vary in intensity tosuit particular needs:

GE 20. Twenty lessons weekly: Elementary-Advanced Level.

GE 24. Twenty-four lessons weekly: Elementary-Advanced Level.

GE 30. Thirty lessons weekly: Intermediate Level and above.

GE 40. Forty lessons weekly: Intermediate Level and above.

Courses can be studied for periods of between one and 48 weeks.

Award. BBSI Certificate in General English

Additional Qualifications

Students who attend the GE 30 and GE 40 courses for 12weeks or more can additionally prepare for a range of different†University of Cambridge ESOL qualifications. Alternatively, GE 30 and GE 40 participants can opt to join our ongoingweekly +English Language Workshop (ELW) at a language level to suit their needs.

Optional Examinations

University of Cambridge FCEUniversity of Cambridge CAEUniversity of Cambridge BEC

(Examination dates and further details are at Pages 46 and 47)

Course Structure & Content

10 lessons weekly grammar & functions 2 lessons weekly vocabulary development 4 lessons weekly reading & writing skills

4 lessons weekly speaking, listening & pronunciation skills4 lessons weekly (GE 24 only)additional speaking,reading,writing & listening skills10 lessons weekly (GE 30 & GE 40 only) selected from one of the following:

* preparation for University of Cambridge FCE* preparation for University of Cambridge CAE* preparation for University of Cambridge BEC* +English Language Workshop

10 lessons weekly (GE 40 only) discussion, conversation & current affairs

Course Objectives

* develop a sound knowledge of English grammar* acquire a broad range of relevant English vocabulary* develop effective listening & reading skills* build fluency in English communications generally* maximise the learning experience in the UK* prepare for Cambridge ESOL examinations (GE 30 & GE 40 only)* gain insights into the language & culture of the UK (GE 40 only)

† University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations

FCE (First Certificate in English)FCE is an Upper-Intermediate level examination that indicates sufficient proficiency in

English to be of practical use in clerical, secretarial and managerial jobs for example, or inthe tourist industry, where contact with English speakers is required. FCE is also usefulpreparation for students working towards higher-level examinations, such as the CAE.

CAE (Certificate in Advanced English)CAE is the second-highest level of Cambridge ESOL examination and is ideal for those

who want to work or study abroad. A CAE certificate demonstrates language skills in awide range of contexts. The examination is based on realistic tasks, and indicates the ability

to use the language in practical situations, such as meetings and discussions.

BEC (Business English Certificate)There are 3 levels of BEC examination: the BEC Preliminary, BEC Vantage and BEC Higher.All 3 examinations are ideal for students preparing for careers in the fields of internationalbusiness and commerce, where a good knowledge of English is required to functioneffectively. BEC certificates are internationally recognised and demonstrate that theholder has acquired an appropriate standard of English in a professional context.

+ English Language Workshop

The English Language Workshop is designed to provide languagesupport for those students who do not intend to prepare for a specific examination.

The Workshop includes extensive skills practice in English, which is useful for those who need to improve their ability to communicate effectively in a professional international

environment, or who later decide to acquire ahigher-level qualification.

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Academic English & IELTSExamination Preparation

Our courses in Academic English & IELTS Examination Preparation aremodular in format, so that students can join the courses at any timethroughout the year and study for periods that suit their personalcircumstances. The courses are suitable for those who have anIntermediate level in English or above, who require an internationally-recognised English language qualification to prove their academiccommunication skills to universities, colleges of further education orfuture employers.

There are 2 study options: the AEI 30 (30 lessons weekly) and themore intensive AEI 40 (40 lessonsweekly). The courses are offeredat different language levels, canbe joined on most Mondaysthroughout the year, and can bestudied for periods of between4 and 48 weeks. The coursesyllabi include extensive �IELTS

Examination Preparation and‡Academic Study Skills. The course

is conducted around a busy social and activity programme.

Course Designations

AEI 30AEI 40

Award. BBSI Certificate in Academic English & IELTS ExaminationPreparation

Optional External Examination. IELTS [Academic]


10 lessons weekly in grammar & functions2 lessons weekly in vocabulary development4 lessons weekly in reading & writing skills4 lessons weekly in speaking, listening & pronunciation skills

10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation& Academic Study Skills (AEI 30 only)


Course Objectives

* develop a sound knowledge of English grammar* acquire a broad range of relevant English vocabulary* develop effective listening & reading skills* maximise the learning experience in the UK* acquire necessary academic study skills* provide IELTS examination practice & prepare studentsfor all 4 IELTS [Academic] examination papers

General English, Computing & IT SkillsOur course in General English, Computing & IT Skills comprises30 lessons weekly. The course enables participants to acquireEnglish-language communication skills, while also developingtheir knowledge of Microsoft® software, computers, computingand IT skills. The course is designed for those with anIntermediate Level in English on entry and can be studied forperiods of between 4 and 12 weeks. The computing and ITskills elements offer tutor-guided project work and the useof a variety of basic IT computer software packages.

Participants choosing the full 12-week option can acquire the�International Computer Driving License® (ICDL) qualification.However, it is recommended that those wishing to complete thefull ICDL syllabus and acquire the ICDL qualification should jointhe course at commencement of the January, March, orSeptember academic terms. The course is conductedaround a busy social and activity programme.

Course Designation. EIT

Award. BBSI Certificate in General English, Computing & IT Skills

Optional External Examination. International ComputerDriving License®


10 lessons weekly in grammar & functions2 lessons weekly in vocabulary development4 lessons weekly in reading & writing skills4 lessons weekly in speaking, listening & pronunciation skills

10 lessons weekly in computers, computing & IT skills

Course Objectives* develop a sound knowledge of English grammar* acquire a broad range of relevant English vocabulary* develop effective listening & reading skills* build fluency in English communications generally* maximise the learning experience in the UK* acquire suitable vocabulary in the fields of computers, computing & IT* develop an overview of the Microsoft Windows® operating system* familiarise students with Microsoft Internet Explorer® & other browsers* learn Microsoft Outlook Express® & other e-mail software* develop word-processing skills using Microsoft Word®

* create spreadsheets, tables, graphs & charts using Microsoft Excel®* develop basic presentation skills using Microsoft PowerPoint®* acquire the International Computer Driving License® (optional)

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The International Computer Driving License® (ICDL) is an internationally-recognisedqualification that verifies practical competence in computer skills in either a professionalor personal capacity and is the fastest growing international IT user-qualification. It isdesigned specifically for those who wish to gain a benchmark qualification in computingto enable them to develop their IT skills and enhance their career prospects. No prior

knowledge of IT or computer skills is needed. The ICDL raises an individual’slevel of competency in IT & computing skills; improves personalproductivity, both at home & at work; and requires no prior

knowledge of IT or computer skills.

� IELTS Examination Preparation

IELTS, the International English Language Testing System,measures ability to communicate and study in English in all 4 language

skills – listening, reading, writing and speaking – for those who intend tostudy or work where English is the language of communication. IELTSis the preferred assessment method for universities in English-speaking

countries. Examinations take place monthly and a place can besecured at the time of booking with BBSI. Candidates must book

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Course Language Minimum Lessons Course BBSI Main EntryDesignation Entry Level Age Weekly Duration Award Dates

GE 20 Elementary 16 20 min 1 week Certificate every MondayGE 24 Elementary 16 24 min 1 week Certificate every MondayGE 30 Intermediate 16 30 min 1 week Certificate every MondayGE 40 Intermediate 16 40 min 1 week Certificate every MondayAEI 30 Intermediate 17 30 4-48 weeks Certificate every MondayAEI 40 Intermediate 17 40 4-48 weeks Certificate every MondayEIT Intermediate 17 30 4-12 weeks Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar

‡ Academic Study SkillsStudents require sound academic study skills when preparing for further study at a UK college or university,or for ongoing professional or vocational training. Academic study skills are therefore included within the IELTS

examination preparation elements of this course. Topics and skills covered include the following:

* effective writing ability* listening comprehension & note-taking

* classroom, self-study & personal organisational skills* effective reading comprehension

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Communication & Business SkillsOur certificate course in Communication & Business Skillsmeets the rigorous standards set by the national educationstandards agency, the National Qualifications Agency (NQA).The course is considered notionally at NQA Level 3 within the British Government’s National Qualifications Framework.Students who successfully complete the full 12-week course will gain an additional NCFE award.

The course can be studied for periods of between 4 and 12weeks, and is carefully designed to enable internationalstudents at an Intermediate level of English or above to gain auseful grounding in business English and professionalcommunication skills. This 30-lesson weekly study programmeis one of BBSI's most enduring business English courses. Itrepresents a challenging step up from general English and isrecognised as being demanding in respect of the amount ofoutput required by students, who need to collaborate in teams,produce work of a professional standard, conduct research and demonstrate new communication skills to others.


Students will develop competent English-languagecommunication skills and can additionally prepare for a rangeof different

†University of Cambridge ESOL qualifications.

Alternatively, participants can opt to join our ongoing weekly+English Language Workshop (ELW) at a language level tosuit their needs. The course is conducted around a busy socialand activity programme.

Course Duration

4-12 weeks

Minimum Entry Level IELTS 5.0

Course Designation

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Awards BBSI Certificate in Communication & Business Skills ( NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Communication & Business Skills ( NQA Level 3)





20 lessons weekly in Communication & Business Skills 10 lessons weekly in English Language (selected from one of the following options):


Course Objectives

* develop English-language skills in a business & professional context* provide a foundation in business knowledge* develop practical skills relevant to the modern working environment* build confidence & develop effective business skills* provide participants with the opportunity to obtain one of a range of English

& business English qualifications

Course Content

English Language Elements. English is taught in context tosupport the study of business skills and their related topics.

Skills Components

* oral communication * presentation/PowerPoint TM

* business correspondence * telephoning* negotiating * reporting* meetings * de bating

Business Topics

* finance & banking facilities * customer services* International trade, law & Incoterms * branding* market research & advertising * travel* organisation structure * quality* recruitment * cultural awareness* business ethics * leadership* innovation

Business English Courses


FCE (First Certificate in English)

FCE is an Upper-Intermediate level examination that indicates sufficient proficiency inEnglish to be of practical use in clerical, secretarial and managerial jobs for example, or inthe tourist industry, where contact with English speakers is required. FCE is also usefulpreparation for students working towards higher-level examinations, such as the CAE.

CAE (Certificate in Advanced English)

CAE is the second-highest level of Cambridge ESOL examination and is ideal for thosewho want to work or study abroad. A CAE certificate demonstrates language skills in awide range of contexts. The examination is based on realistic tasks, and indicates the ability


BEC (Business English Certificate)

There are 3 levels of BEC examination: the BEC Preliminary, BEC Vantage and BEC Higher.All 3 examinations are ideal for students preparing for careers in the fields of internationalbusiness and commerce, where a good knowledge of English is required to functioneffectively. BEC certificates are internationally recognised and demonstrate that theholder has acquired an appropriate standard of English in a professional context.

BBSI is a holder of the NCFE Investors In Quality (IIQ) Licence in recognitionof the fact that BBSI's training programmesmeet the rigorous standards set by thenational education standards agency, theNational Qualifications Agency (NQA).

The BBSI CBS course, and all higher-certificate and diploma study programmes areconsidered notionally at NQA Level 3 within

the British Government's NationalQualifications Framework.

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Course Language Minimum Lessons Course BBSI & NCFE Main EntryDesignation Entry Level Age Weekly Duration Awards Dates

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Our certificate course in International Business English can bestudied for periods of between one and 12 weeks and iscarefully designed to enable international business professionalsat an Intermediate level in English or above, with limited timeavailable for study, to gain a useful grounding in businessEnglish and professional communication skills.

The 30-lesson weekly study programme is aimed at those withan Intermediate level in English or above, who are seeking tostudy a combination of English, business-related topics andcurrent business concepts. The course is work-orientated, andtopic-based, and places the emphasis on extending students’ability to communicate across a broad range of businesssubjects.

Course Duration. 1-12 weeks

Minimum Entry Level. IELTS 5.0

Course Designation. IBE

Award. BBSI Certificate in International Business English

Course Structure

20 lessons weekly in International Business English10 lessons weekly in

+English Language Workshop

Course Content

The International Business English course covers a wide rangeof topics and focuses on developing the necsessary languageskills and vocabulary in daily use in the international businesscommunity. The emphasis is to ensure that course participantsacquire fluency and confidence through skills practice relatedto their needs. The course is conducted around a busy socialand activities programme.

Course Topics

Management Training* organisational structure* teamwork & teambuilding

* motivation & leadership* corporate strategy* time management* managing people* culture* corporate entertaining & ethics

Recruitment* modern approach to preparing CVs/resumes* job advertisements & applications* effective job interviews

Finance & Banking* budgeting & financial control* basic financial reports* entrepreneurship & venture capital* banking, borrowing & lending* banking & stock markets* effective communication

International Sales & Trade* sales techniques* import & export procedures

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Certificate, Higher-Certificate & Diploma CoursesManagement & Business Administration

BBSI courses in Management & Business Administration arecarefully designed to enable students at language levels ofIntermediate or above to study the concepts and learn the skillsrequired either for careers or further study in management andbusiness. Participants can prepare for a variety of English andbusiness qualifications and prepare for and acquire one of 3 different #Chartered Management Institute (CMI) First-Line Management awards. Courses are conducted throughout the year around a busy social and activity programme.


Our higher-certificate and diploma study options meet therigorous standards set by the national education standardsagency, the National Qualifications Agency (NQA). Those coursesare considered notionally at NQA Level 3, within the BritishGovernment’s National Qualifications Framework. Students whosuccessfully complete either the higher-certificate or diplomastudy options will therefore gain an additional NCFE award.

Students also have the option to study different English-language modules and prepare for up to 3 different †Universityof Cambridge ESOL qualifications. Alternatively, students canopt to join our ongoing weekly +English Language Workshopat a language level to suit their needs.

Certificate CourseCourse Duration. 4-12 weeks


Course Designation. CMB

Award. BBSI Certificate inManagement & Business Administration

Optional External Examinations

CMI Award in First-Line Management ( NQA Level 3)University of Cambridge FCEUniversity of Cambridge CAEUniversity of Cambridge BEC


Course Structure&Content

20 lessons weekly in Management&Business Administration(includes 4 CMI management modules)

10 lessons weekly in English Language (selected from one of the following options):* preparation for University of Cambridge FCE* preparation for University of Cambridge CAE* preparation for University of Cambridge BEC* +English Language Workshop

Specialised Elements. The Certificate syllabus incorporates ¥Course Elements selected from those detailed below.

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business communication skills, the syllabi for our courses in Management & Business Administrationincorporate either all or some of the following specialised topics:

* managing information * communicating for results * strategic planning * customer focus, planning & change * identifying needs & objectives * customer service management * introduction to quality management * best practice benchmarking, ISO 9000 * using & controlling resources * HR planning * performance management * developing as a supervisor * continual professional development * staffing & selection * interviewing * personnel development & work planning * improving the performance of a team * international & current affairs * leadership & management styles * time management * health & safety * effective meetings/presentations* knowledge management * managing teams* work planning * counselling, grievance & disiplinary procedures

CMI Management Modules* managing & communicating information * meeting stakeholder needs* maintaining quality standards * resource planning* recruitment & selection * personal development as a first-line manager* developing individuals & teams * improving team performance





CAE is the second-highest level of Cambridge ESOL examination and is ideal for thosewho want to work or study abroad. A CAE certificate demonstrates language skills in a wide range of contexts. The examination is based on realistic tasks, and indicates theability to use the language in practical situations, such as meetings and discussions.








Higher-Certificate Course

Course Duration. 24 weeks

Course Designation. CMB 24

Awards

BBSI Higher-Certificate in Management& Business Administration ( NQA Level 3)

NCFE Certificate in Management & Business Administration ( NQA Level 3)

Optional External Qualifications

CMI Diploma in First-Line Management ( NQA Level 3) [Study Option 1]

CMI Certificate in First-Line Management ( NQA Level 3) [Study Option 2]



Study Option 1Designed for those with a sound Upper-Intermediate level inEnglish, Study Option 1 enables participants to develop theirbusiness and professional skills to a more advanced level ofproficiency.



20 lessons weekly in Management&Business Administration(includes all 8 CMI management modules)

10 lessons weekly in English Language (selected each term from one of the following options):* preparation for University of Cambridge FCE* preparation for University of Cambridge CAE* preparation for University of Cambridge BEC

* +English Language Workshop

Specialised Elements. Study Option 1 incorporates all the¥Course Elements detailed opposite.

Study Option 2For those with an Intermediate level in English, Study Option 2builds more gradually in intensity and specialisation and placesmore emphasis initially on developing professional English-language communication skills prior to the introduction ofmore advanced management and business studies.



Term 1

20 lessons weekly in Communication & Business Skills10 lessons weekly in English Language (selected from one of the following options):


Term 2

20 lessons weekly in Management&Business Administration(includes 4 CMI management modules)

10 lessons weekly in English Language (selected each term from one of the following options):* preparation for University of Cambridge FCE* preparation for University of Cambridge CAE* preparation for University of Cambridge BEC* +English Language Workshop

Specialised Elements. Study Option 2incorporates ¥Course Elements` selected fromthose detailed opposite.

Diploma CourseThe Diploma course provides participants with a thoroughgrounding in business English and incorporatesthe full syllabus inManagement & BusinessAdministration.


Minimum Entry Level.IELTS 5.0

Course Designation. DMB

Awards

BBSI Diploma in Management & Business Administration ( NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Management & Business Administration ( NQA Level 3)


CMI Diploma in First-Line Management (NQA Level 3)




Term 120 lessons weekly in Communication & Business Skills10 lessons weekly in English Language (selected from one of the following options):


Terms 2 & 320 lessons weekly in Management&Business Administration

(includes all 8 CMI management modules)

10 lessons weekly in English Language (selected each term from one of the following options):* preparation for University of Cambridge FCE* preparation for University of Cambridge CAE* preparation for University of Cambridge BEC* +English Language Workshop+

Specialised Elements. The Diploma syllabus incorporates all the¥Course Elements detailed opposite.

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The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is thelargest professional management institute in Europe. BBSI

is a CMI Approved Training Centre and offers the 3 new CMI NQALevel 3 qualifications in First-Line Management. Depending on their selected

BBSI study option, trainees can achieve either the CMI Certificate or CMI Diploma, orwhere time is limited, they can achieve the CMI Award for those management modulessuccessfully completed. The CMI elements of our courses are externally accredited to therigorous standards of the Chartered Institute and are assessed by means of course workstandards, attendance and fortnightly assignments. The 8 CMI Management Modulesrequired for award of the CMI Certificate or CMI Diploma are detailed at Pages 14

and 16. All are incorporated within the BBSI Management & BusinessAdministration course syllabus. However, normally a minimum study

period of 24 weeks is required to complete all 8 units. CMIqualifications are widely accepted by employersinternationally, and by major British universities.

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For those with the requisite high-school grades and a sound Upper-Intermediate level in English, we offer a 24-week Higher-Certificateuniversity foundation programme that enables participants to develop theirbusiness, professional and academic skills to a more advanced level ofproficiency in shorter time. For those with an Intermediate level in English,however, we offer the 36-week Diploma study option, which builds moregradually in intensity and specialisation and places more emphasis initiallyon developing proficiency in academic English and study skills prior to theintroduction of more advanced management and business training.

Participants can achieve Chartered Management Institute (CMI) awards inFirst-Line Management. Both courses include extensive �IELTS Exam-ination Preparation and ‡Academic Study Skills . Both study optionsfacilitate undergraduate entry to a UK university. These courses meet therigorous standards set by the national education standards agency, theNational Qualifications Agency (NQA), and are considered notionally at NQALevel 3 within the British Government’s National Qualifications Framework.Successful students will therefore gain both BBSI and NCFE awards.

UK University Placement Service. Students are provided withextensive counselling and guidance in all aspects of study at UKuniversities, and are given full assistance with the UK universityapplication process. All Foundation students who successfullycomplete their course are assured of a university place priorto graduation from BBSI. Full details are at Page 38.

Higher-Certificate CourseCourse Duration. 24 weeks


Course Designation. UMB 24

Awards

BBSI University Foundation Higher-Certificate in Management & BusinessAdministration ( NQA Level 3)

NCFE Certificate in Management& Business Administration ( NQA Level 3)


CMI Certificate in First-Line Management ( NQA Level 3)IELTS [Academic]


20 lessons weekly in Management & Business Administration(includes all 8 CMI management modules)

10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation& Academic Study Skills

Diploma CourseCourse Duration. 36 weeks


Course Designation. UMB 36

AwardsBBSI University FoundationDiploma inManagement & BusinessAdministration ( NQA Level 3)

NCFE Certificate inManagement & Business Administration ( NQA Level 3)

Optional External ExaminationsCMI Diploma in First-LineManagement ( NQA Level 3)

IELTS [Academic]

Course Structure & ContentTerm 1

20 lessons weekly inCommunication & Business Skills

10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Academic Study Skills

Terms 2 & 320 lessons weekly in Management & Business Administration



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¥ Course ElementsIn addition to providing a thorough and comprehensive grounding in English-language and

business communication skills, the syllabi for our courses in Management & Business Administrationincorporate either all or some of the following specialised topics:

* managing information * communicating for results* strategic planning * customer focus, planning & change* identifying needs & objectives * customer service management* introduction to quality management * best practice benchmarking, ISO 9000* using & controlling resources * HR planning* performance management * developing as a supervisor* continual professional development * staffing & selection* interviewing * personnel development & work planning* improving the performance of a team * international & current affairs* leadership & management styles * time management* health & safety * effective meetings/presentations* knowledge management * managing teams* work planning * counselling, grievance & disiplinary procedures

CMI Management Modules* managing & communicating information * meeting stakeholder needs* maintaining quality standards * resource planning* recruitment & selection * personal development as a first-line manager* developing individuals & teams * improving team performance

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Comprehensive details of all BBSI coursescan be found on our website at www.bbsi.co.uk.

Full details of each course can be downloaded in pdf format,which provide a week-by-week breakdown

of course structure and content.

‡ Academic Study SkillsStudents require sound academic study skills when preparing for further study at a UK college or university,

or for ongoing professional or vocational training. Academic study skills are therefore included within the IELTSexamination preparation elements of this course. Topics and skills covered include the following:





The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is thelargest professional management institute in Europe. BBSI

is a CMI Approved Training Centre and offers the 3 new CMI NQALevel 3 qualifications in First-Line Management. Depending on their selected

BBSI study option, trainees can achieve either the CMI Certificate or CMI Diploma, orwhere time is limited, they can achieve the CMI Award for those management modulessuccessfully completed. The CMI elements of our courses are externally accredited to therigorous standards of the Chartered Institute and are assessed by means of course workstandards, attendance and fortnightly assignments. The 8 CMI Management Modules

required for award of the CMI Certificate or CMI Diploma are detailed at Pages14 and 16. All are incorporated within the BBSI Management & Business

Administration course syllabus. However, normally a minimum studyperiod of 24 weeks is required to complete all 8 units. CMI

qualifications are widely accepted by employersinternationally, and by major British universities.

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Our Pre-MBA/Pre-Masters courses in Management are carefullydesigned for international graduates with either a first degree orequivalent, or a higher diploma and relevant work experience,who are seeking to enhance their career prospects byundertaking a postgraduate degree course at a UK university.The courses are available in 12, 24 or 36-week study options,each of which provides the opportunity to acquire CharteredManagement Institute (CMI) awards in First-Line Management. All studyoptions include extensive �IELTS Examination Preparation and§Advanced Study Skills , whilst the Higher-Certificate andDiploma study options lead to an additional NCFE award.

UK University Placement Service. While undertaking Pre-Masters courses at BBSI, students are provided with extensivecounselling and guidance in all aspects of postgraduate study atUK universities. We also provide full assistance with the universityapplication process. Further details are at Page 38.

University Entry Requirements. The majority of UK universitiesrequire that postgraduate students must be a minimum of 21years of age on entry to university and have a minimum English-language level of IELTS 6.5-IELTS 7.0, depending on the courseand university of choice. Further details are at Page 38.

Certificate CourseFor those students with limited study time, a minimum Upper-Intermediate level in English, or who already have a firm offer froma UK university, we provide a 12-week study option.



Course Designation. PMB 12

Award. BBSI Pre-Masters Certificate in Management & Business Administration


CMI Award in First-Line Management ( NQA Level 3)IELTS [Academic]

Course Structure & Content.

20 lessons weekly in Management & Business Administration(includes 4 of the 8 CMI management modules)

10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Advanced Study Skills

Specialised Elements. The Certificate syllabus incorporates¥Course Elements selected from those detailed opposite.


For those students with a minimumUpper-Intermediate level in English or above, we offer a Pre-MastersHigher-Certificate study option.




Awards

BBSI Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate in Management& Business Administration ( NQA Level 3)

NCFE Certificate in Management& Business Administration ( NQA Level 3)


CMI Certificate in First-Line Management ( NQA Level 3)IELTS [Academic]

Course Structure & Content20 lessons weekly in Management & Business Administration



Diploma CourseFor those students with an Intermediate level in English or above,we offer a 36-week Pre-Masters Diploma study option.




Awards

BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Management& Business Administration ( NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Management& Business Administration ( NQA Level 3)


CMI Diploma in First-Line Management ( NQA Level 3)IELTS [Academic]

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20 lessons weekly in Communication & Business Skills 10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Advanced Study Skills

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the examination at least 6 weeks prior to each sitting.

§ Advanced Study Skills

Postgraduate students require advanced study skills when preparing for studyat Masters' level at a UK college or university. All our Pre-Masters courses therefore include

advanced study skills. Topics and skills covered include the following:

* avoiding plagiarism * research skills* Internet-based study * bibliography & referencing* extended writing assignment * critical thinking & independent thought* compilation & statistical analysis * independent learning* seminar skills * presentations

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PMB 12 5.5 Upper-Intermediate 20 30 12 weeks BBSI Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; JulPMB 24 5.5 Upper-Intermediate 20 30 24 weeks Higher-Cert & Cert Sep; Jan; Mar; JulPMB 36 5.0 Intermediate 20 30 36 weeks Diploma & Cert Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul

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Students who study our courses in Marketing, Advertising &Public Relations can prepare for up to 3 different †University of Cambridge ESOL qualifications. Moreover, our higher-certificate and diploma study options meet the rigorousstandards set by the national education standards agency, the National Qualifications Agency (NQA), and are considerednotionally at NQA Level 3 within the British Government’sNational Qualifications Framework. Students who thereforesuccessfully complete either the higher-certificate or diploma options will gain an additional NCFE award. Courses are conducted throughout the year around a busy social and activity programme.

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Course Designation. CMP

Award. BBSI Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations





20 lessons weekly in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations10 lessons weekly in English Language (selected from one of the following options):



¥ Course Elements

In addition to providing a thorough and comprehensive grounding inEnglish-language and business communication skills, the syllabi for our various

courses in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations incorporateeither all or some of the following specialised topics:

* B2B & B2C marketing * objectives & environment* market research & data mining * marketing mix* segmentation & buyer behaviour * product & brand management* new product development * pricing strategies* distribution channels * advertising* web based marketing * personal selling* public relations * sales promotions* relationship marketing * global marketing management* strategy & analysis * customer services management* franchising * service marketing* current perspectives in marketing

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Course Designation. CMP 24

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BBSI Higher-Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations ( NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations ( NQA Level 3)




Study Option 1Designed for those with a sound Upper-Intermediate levelin English, Study Option 1 for the higher-certificate course enablesparticipants to develop their business and professional skills toa more advanced level of proficiency.



20 lessons weekly in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations10 lessons weekly in English Language (selected each term from one of the following options):



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Specialised Elements. Study Option 2incorporates ¥Course Elements selected fromthose detailed opposite.

Diploma CourseThe Diploma course provides participants with a thorough groundingin business English andincorporates the full syllabusin Marketing, Advertising &

Public Relations.



Course Designation. DMP

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BBSI Diploma in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations ( NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations ( NQA Level 3)





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English to be of practical use in clerical, secretarial and managerial jobs for example, or in thetourist industry, where contact with English speakers is required. FCE is also useful preparation for

students working towards higher-level examinations, such as the CAE.


who want to work or study abroad. A CAE certificate demonstrates language skills in a widerange of contexts. The examination is based on realistic tasks, and indicates the ability to

use the language in practical situations, such as meetings and discussions.

BEC (Business English Certificate)There are 3 levels of BEC examination: the BEC Preliminary, BEC Vantage and BEC

Higher. All 3 examinations are ideal for students preparing for careers in the fields of internationalbusiness and commerce, where a good knowledge of English is required to function

effectively. BEC certificates are internationally recognised and demonstrate that theholder has acquired an appropriate standard of English

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For those with the requisite high-school grades and a soundUpper-Intermediate level in English, we offer a 24-week Higher-Certificate programme in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relationsthat enables participants to develop their business, professionaland academic skills to a more advanced level of proficiency inshorter time. For those with an Intermediate level in English,however, we offer the 36-week Diploma study option, whichbuilds more gradually in intensity and specialisation and placesmore emphasis initially on developing proficiency in academicEnglish and study skills prior to the introduction of more advancedmarketing and business training. These courses include extensive�IELTS Examination Preparation and ‡Academic Study Skills .

Both study options facilitate undergraduate entry to a UK university.These courses meet the rigorous standards set by the nationaleducation standards agency, the National Qualifications Agency(NQA), and are considered notionally at NQA Level 3 within theBritish Government’s National Qualifications Framework.Successful students will therefore gain both BBSI and NCFE awards.

UK University Placement Service. Students are provided withextensive counselling and guidance in all aspects of study at UKuniversities, and are given full assistance with the UK universityapplication process. All Foundation students who successfullycomplete their course are assured of a university place prior tograduation from BBSI. Full details are at Page 38.



Course Designation. UMP 24

Awards

BBSI University Foundation Higher-Certificate in Marketing,Advertising & Public Relations ( NQA Level 3)

NCFE Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations ( NQA Level 3)


IELTS [Academic]


20 lessons weekly in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & ‡Academic Study

Skills



Course Designation. UMP 36

Awards

BBSI University Foundation Diploma in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations ( NQA Level 3)



IELTS [Academic]


Term 120 lessons weekly in Communication & Business Skills 10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Academic

Study Skills

Terms 2 & 320 lessons weekly in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Academic

Study Skills

Specialised Elements. Both the above study optionsincorporate all the ¥Course Elements detailed below.

COURSE D E TA I L S


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In addition to providing a thorough and comprehensive grounding inacademic English and appropriate study skills, the syllabi for our various courses

in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations incorporate either all or someof the following specialised topics:

* B2B & B2C marketing * objectives & environment* market research & data mining * marketing mix* segmentation & buyer behaviour * product & brand management* new product development * pricing strategies* distribution channels * advertising* web based marketing * personal selling* public relations * sales promotions* relationship marketing * global marketing management* strategy & analysis * customer services management* franchising * service marketing* current perspectives in marketing

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Our Pre-Masters courses in Marketing are carefully designed forinternational graduates with either a first degree or equivalent, ora higher diploma and relevant work experience, who are seekingto enhance their career prospects by undertaking a postgraduatedegree course at a UK university. The courses are available in 12,24 or 36-week study options, all of which include extensive �IELTSExamination Preparation and §Advanced Study Skills . TheHigher-Certificate and Diploma study options lead to anadditional NCFE award.

UK University Placement Service. While undertaking Pre-Masterscourses at BBSI, students are provided with extensive counsellingand guidance in all aspects of postgraduate study at UKuniversities. We also provide full assistance with the universityapplication process. Further details are at Page 38.

University Entry Requirements. The majority of UK universitiesrequire that postgraduate students seeking entry to a masterscourse must be a minimum of 21 years of age on entry and have aminimum English-language level of IELTS 6.5-IELTS 7.0, dependingon the course and university of choice.Further details are at Page38.

Certificate CourseFor those students with limited study time, a minimum Upper-Intermediate level in English, or who already have a firm offerfrom a UK university, we provide a 12-week study option.



Course Designation. PMP 12

Award

BBSI Pre-Masters Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations

Optional External ExaminationsIELTS [Academic]


20 lessons weekly in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Advanced Study Skills


Higher-Certificate CourseFor those students with a minimum Upper-Intermediate levelin English or above, we offer a Pre-Masters Higher-Certificatestudy option.




Awards

BBSI Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & PublicRelations ( NQA Level 3)









Awards

BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Marketing,Advertising & Public Relations ( NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Marketing, Advertising & Public Relations ( NQA Level 3)



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20 lessons weekly in Communication &

Business Skills10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination

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PMP 12 5.5 Upper-Intermediate 20 30 12 weeks BBSI Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; JulPMP 24 5.5 Upper-Intermediate 20 30 24 weeks Higher-Cert & Cert Sep; Jan; Mar; JulPMP 36 5.0 Intermediate 20 30 36 weeks Diploma & Cert Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul

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BBSI is a holder of the NCFEInvestors In Quality (IIQ) Licence in recognitionof the fact that BBSI's training programmesmeet the rigorous standards set by thenational education standards agency, theNational Qualifications Agency (NQA).

The BBSI CBS course, and all higher-certificate and diploma study programmesare considered notionally at NQA Level 3within the British Government's National

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Certificate, Higher-Certificate & Diploma CoursesFinance & Financial Services

Students who study our courses in Finance & Financial Serviceswill develop competent finance-related business andprofessional communication skills and, in addition to gainingBBSI and NCFE awards, can prepare for and acquire up to 4different †University of Cambridge ESOL qualifications,including the International Certificate in Financial English(ICFE). BBSI is an accredited ICFE Examination Centre.

Furthermore, our higher-certificate and diploma study optionsmeet the rigorous standards set by the national educationstandards agency, the National Qualifications Agency (NQA).Those courses are considered notionally at NQA Level 3 withinthe British Government’s National Qualifications Framework.Students who therefore successfully complete either the higher-certificate or diploma study options will gain an additional NCFE award.

Courses are conducted throughout the year around a busy social and activity programme.

Certificate CourseCourse Duration. 4-12 weeks


Course Designation. CFS

Award. BBSI Certificate in Finance & Financial Services


University of Cambridge ICFEUniversity of Cambridge FCEUniversity of Cambridge CAEUniversity of Cambridge BEC



20 lessons weekly in Finance & Financial Services (includes the full ICFE syllabus)



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ICFE (International Certificate in Financial English)

The ICFE examination is prepared in conjunction with the Associationof Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) to meet the demand in helping

students of finance and finance professionals to demonstrate that they havethe financial English skills needed to communicate and converse with otheraccounting and finance professionals within the international businesscommunity. With the development of globally-recognised InternationalAccounting Standards (IAS) and greater globalisation within the world

of finance, successful candidates will have the opportunity toprove their linguistic ability, and to pursue internationalcareer opportunities. Preparation for the ICFE is includedautomatically within these BBSI study programmes.


FCE is an Upper-Intermediate level examination that indicatessufficient proficiency in English to be of practical use in clerical, secretarialand managerial jobs for example, or in the tourist industry, where contact

with English speakers is required. FCE is also useful preparationfor students working towards higher-level examinations,

such as the CAE.


CAE is the second-highest level of Cambridge ESOL examinationand is ideal for those who want to work or study abroad. A CAE certificatedemonstrates language skills in a wide range of contexts. The examination

is based on realistic tasks, and indicates the ability to use thelanguage in practical situations, such as meetings

and discussions.


There are 3 levels of BEC examination: the BEC Preliminary,BEC Vantage and BEC Higher. All 3 examinations are ideal for studentspreparing for careers in the fields of international business andcommerce, where a good knowledge of English is required tofunction effectively. BEC certificates are internationally recognisedand demonstrate that the holder has acquired an appropriate

standard of English in a professional context.











Course Designation. CFS 24

AwardsBBSI Higher-Certificate in Finance & Financial Services ( NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Finance & Financial Services ( NQA Level 3)




Study Option 1Designed for those with a sound Upper-Intermediate level inEnglish or above, Study Option 1 enables participants to developtheir business and professional skills to a more advanced level ofproficiency.




10 lessons weekly in English Language (selected each term from one of the following options):


Specialised Elements. Study Option 1 incorporates all the¥Course Elements from those detailed below.

Study Option 2For those with an Intermediate level in English, Study Option 2builds more gradually in intensity and specialisation and placesmore emphasis initially on developing English-languagecommunication skills prior to the introduction of more advancedtraining in business and finance.



Term 1



Term 2


10 lessons weekly in English Language (selected each term from one of the following options):


Specialised Elements. Study Option 2incorporates ¥Course Elements selectedfrom those detailed opposite.

Diploma CourseThe Diploma course provides participants with a thoroughgrounding in financial English and incorporatesthe full syllabus in Finance& Financial Services.


Minimum Entry Level.IELTS 5.0

Course Designation. DFS

AwardsBBSI Diploma in Finance & Financial Services ( NQA Level 3)

NCFE Certificate in Finance & Financial Services ( NQA Level 3)





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Terms 2 & 3



Specialised Elements. The Diploma syllabus incorporates all the¥Course Elements detailed below.

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¥ Course ElementsIn addition to providing a thorough and comprehensive grounding in English-language

communication skills, the syllabi for our various courses in Finance & FinancialServices incorporate either all or some of the following specialised topics:

* measuring & reporting the financial position * balance sheets* profit & loss accounts * cash flow forecasting* sources of finance * financial ratios* managing working capital * budgeting* types of costing methods * exchange rates* the economic & political environment * Incoterms* business & economic cycles * types of investment* portfolio selection & fund management * basis of financial planning* investment banking * mergers & acquisitions

International Certificate in Financial English Preparation

* understanding financial reports & related correspondence* presenting arguments or expressing opinions on financial situations

* asking questions or requesting clarification about financial information* producing simple reports of a factual nature & writing fact based correspondence

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For those with the requisite high-school grades and a soundUpper-Intermediate level in English, we offer a 24-week Higher-Certificate programme in Finance & Financial Services thatenables participants to achieve the learning outcomes in shortertime. For those with an Intermediate level in English, however,we offer the 36-week Diploma study option, which builds moregradually in intensity and specialisation.

In addition to gaining BBSI and NCFE awards, students canprepare for the †University of Cambridge ESOL InternationalCertificate in Financial English (ICFE). BBSI is an accreditedICFE Examination Centre. Both study options also includeextensive �IELTS Examination Preparation and ‡Academic StudySkills , and facilitate undergraduate entry to a UK university. Thesyllabi meet the rigorous standards set by the national educationstandards agency, the National Qualifications Agency (NQA), andare considered notionally at NQA Level 3 within the BritishGovernment’s National Qualifications Framework.

UK University Placement Service. Students are provided withextensive counselling and guidance in all aspects of study at UKuniversities, and are given full assistance with the UK universityapplication process. All Foundation students who successfullycomplete their course are assured of a university place prior tograduation from BBSI. Full details are at Page 38.



Course Designation. UFS 24

Awards

BBSI University Foundation Higher-Certificate in Finance& Financial Services ( NQA Level 3)

NCFE Certificate in Finance & Financial Services ( NQA Level 3)


IELTS [Academic]University of Cambridge ICFE


Course Structure & Content20 lessons weekly in Finance & Financial Services (includes the full ICFE syllabus)




Course Designation. UFS 36

Awards

BBSI University Foundation Diploma in Finance & Financial Services (NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Finance & Financial Services (NQA Level 3)





Term 120 lessons weekly in Communication & Business Skills 10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Academic Study Skills

Terms 2 & 320 lessons weekly in Finance & Financial Services

(includes the full ICFE syllabus)10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Academic Study Skills

Specialised Elements. Both study options incorporate all the¥Course Elements detailed opposite.

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The ICFE examination is prepared in conjunction with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) to meetthe demand in helping students of finance and finance professionals to demonstrate that they have the financial English skillsneeded to communicate and converse with other accounting and finance professionals within the international businesscommunity. With the development of globally-recognised International Accounting Standards (IAS) and greater globalisationwithin the world of finance, successful candidates will have the opportunity to prove their linguistic ability, and to pursueinternational career opportunities. Preparation for the ICFE is included automatically within these BBSI study programmes.



‡ Academic Study Skills

Students require sound academic study skills when preparing for further study at a UK college or university,or for ongoing professional or vocational training. Academic study skills are therefore included within the IELTS





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incorporate either all or some of the following specialised topics:

* measuring & reporting the financial position * balance sheets* profit & loss accounts * cash flow forecasting* sources of finance * financial ratios* managing working capital * budgeting* types of costing methods * exchange rates* the economic & political environment * Incoterms* business & economic cycles * types of investment* portfolio selection & fund management * basis of financial planning* investment banking * mergers & acquisitions

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* understanding financial reports & related correspondence* presenting arguments or expressing opinions on financial situations * asking questions or requesting clarification about financial information

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UFS 24 5.5 Upper-Intermediate 17 30 24 weeks Higher-Cert & Cert Sep; Jan; Mar; JulUFS 36 5.0 Intermediate 17 30 36 weeks Diploma & Cert Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul


Our Pre-Masters courses in Finance are carefully designed forinternational graduates with either a first degree or equivalent,or a higher diploma and relevant work experience, who areseeking to undertake a postgraduate degree course at a UKuniversity. The courses are available in 12, 24 or 36-week studyoptions, all of which include extensive �IELTS ExaminationPreparation and §Advanced Study Skills . The Higher-Certificate and Diploma study options lead to both BBSI andNCFE awards, and prepare students for the †University ofCambridge ESOL International Certificate in Financial English(ICFE). BBSI is an accredited ICFE Examination Centre.

UK University Placement Service. While undertaking Pre-Masterscourses at BBSI, students are provided with extensive counsellingand guidance in all aspects of postgraduate study at UKuniversities. We also provide full assistance with the universityapplication process. Further details are at Page 38.

University Entry Requirements. The majority of UK universities requirethat postgraduate students seeking entry to a masters course mustbe a minimum of 21 years of age on entry and have a minimumEnglish-language level of IELTS 6.5-IELTS 7.0, depending on thecourse and university of choice. Further details are at Page 38.




Course Designation. PFS 12

Awards

BBSI Pre-Masters Certificate in Finance & Financial Services ( NQA Level 3)

Optional External ExaminationsIELTS [Academic]University of Cambridge ICFE






Higher-Certificate CourseFor those students with a minimum Upper-Intermediate level inEnglishor above, we offer a Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate study option.




Awards

BBSI Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate in Finance & Financial Services ( NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Finance & Financial Services (NQA Level 3)











AwardsBBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Finance & Financial Services ( NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Finance & Financial Services ( NQA Level 3)



(Examination dates and further details are atPages 46 and 47)


Term 1

20 lessons weekly in Communication &Business Skills


Terms 2 & 3

20 lessons weekly in Finance & Financial Services(includes the full ICFE syllabus)


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� IELTS Examination PreparationIELTS, the International English Language Testing System,

measures ability to communicate and study in English in all 4 languageskills – listening, reading, writing and speaking – for those who intend tostudy or work where English is the language of communication. IELTSis the preferred assessment method for universities in English-speaking



COURSE DETA I L S


PFS 12 5.5 Upper-Intermediate 20 30 12 weeks BBSI Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; JulPFS 24 5.5 Upper-Intermediate 20 30 24 weeks Higher-Cert & Cert Sep; Jan; Mar; JulPFS 36 5.0 Intermediate 20 30 36 weeks Diploma & Cert Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul

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BBSI is a holder of the NCFEInvestors In Quality (IIQ) Licence in

recognition of the fact that BBSI's trainingprogrammes meet the rigorous standardsset by the national education standardsagency, the National Qualifications

Agency (NQA).



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Certificate, Higher-Certificate & Diploma CoursesHospitality Management & Tourism

Students who study our courses in Hospitality Management & Tourism can prepare for up to 3 different †University ofCambridge ESOL qualifications. Moreover, our higher-certificate and diploma study options meet the rigorousstandards set by the national education standards agency, the National Qualifications Agency (NQA), and are considerednotionally at NQA Level 3 within the British Government’sNational Qualifications Framework. Students who thereforesuccessfully complete either the higher-certificate or diploma options will gain an additional NCFE award. Courses are conducted throughout the year around a busy social and activity programme.

Certificate Course



Course Designation. CHT

Award. BBSI Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism





20 lessons weekly in Hospitality Management & Tourism10 lessons weekly in English Language (selected from one of the following options):

* preparation for Univesity of Cambridge FCE* preparation for University of Cambridge CAE* preparation for University of Cambridge BEC* +English Language Workshop


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¥ Course Elements

In addition to providing a thorough and comprehensive grounding in English-languagecommunication skills, the syllabi for our various courses in Hospitality Management & Tourism

incorporate either all or some of the following specialised topics:

* hospitality management * financial management* customer service * accommodation services* careers & destination management * hotel front office* health, hygiene & fire safety * food & beverage* conference & banqueting operations * structure of the hospitality & tourism industries* environmental tourism * duty management* personnel management * tour operators* retail travel services * air transport* waterborne transport * ancillary travel products* tourism management * travel geography











Course Designation. CHT 24

AwardsBBSI Higher-Certificate in Hospitality Management &Tourism (NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Hospitality Management &Tourism (NQA Level 3)




Study Option 1Designed for those with a sound Upper-Intermediate level in English,Study Option 1 enables participants to develop their business andprofessional skills to a more advanced level of proficiency.



20 lessons weekly in Hospitality Management & Tourism10 lessons weekly in English Language (selected each term from one of the following options):



Study Option 2For those with an Intermediate level in English, Study Option 2 buildsmore gradually in intensity and specialisation and places moreemphasis initially on developing English-language communicationskills prior to the introduction of more advanced hospitality, tourismand business studies.



Term 1



Term 2



Specialised Elements. Study Option 2incorporates ¥Course Elements selected fromthose detailed opposite.

Diploma Course

The Diploma course provides participants with a thoroughgrounding in English andincorporates the full syllabusin Hospitality Management& Tourism.



Course Designation. DHT

Awards

BBSI Diploma in Hospitality Management &Tourism (NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Hospitality Management &Tourism (NQA Level 3)





Term 1



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Specialised Elements. The Diploma syllabus incorporates all the¥Course Elements detailed opposite.

COURSE DETA I L S


CHT 5.5 Upper-Intermediate 17 30 4-12 weeks BBSI Certificate Sep; Jan; Mar; JulCHT 24 5.5/5.0 Upper-Int/Intermediate 17 30 24 weeks Higher-Cert & Cert Sep; Jan; Mar; JulDHT 5.0 Intermediate 17 30 36 weeks Diploma & Cert Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul

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English to be of practical use in clerical, secretarial and managerial jobs for example, or in thetourist industry, where contact with English speakers is required. FCE is also useful preparation for



who want to work or study abroad. A CAE certificate demonstrates language skills in a widerange of contexts. The examination is based on realistic tasks, and indicates the ability to


BEC (Business English Certificate)There are 3 levels of BEC examination: the BEC Preliminary, BEC Vantage and BEC

Higher. All 3 examinations are ideal for students preparing for careers in the fields of internationalbusiness and commerce, where a good knowledge of English is required to function

effectively. BEC certificates are internationally recognised and demonstrate that theholder has acquired an appropriate standard of English

in a professional context.

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For those with the requisite high-school grades and a soundUpper-Intermediate level in English, we offer a 24-weekHigher-Certificate programme in Hospitality Management &Tourism that enables participants to achieve the learningoutcomes in shorter time. For those with an Intermediate levelin English, however, we offer the 36-week Diploma studyoption, which builds more gradually in intensity andspecialisation. These courses include extensive �IELTSExamination Preparation and ‡Academic Study Skills .

Both study options facilitate undergraduate entry to a UK university.These courses meet the rigorous standards set by the nationaleducation standards agency, the National Qualifications Agency(NQA), and are considered notionally at NQA Level 3 within the BritishGovernment’s National Qualifications Framework. Successful students will therefore gain both BBSI and NCFE awards.

UK University Placement Service. Students are provided withextensive counselling and guidance in all aspects of study atUK universities, and are given full assistance with the UKuniversity application process. All Foundation students whosuccessfully complete their course are assured of a university place prior to graduation from BBSI. Full details are at Page 38.



Course Designation. UHT 24

Awards

BBSI University Foundation Higher-Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism ( NQA Level 3)

NCFE Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism ( NQA Level 3)


IELTS [Academic]


20 lessons weekly in Hospitality Management & Tourism10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Academic

Study Skills

Diploma Course



Course Designation. UHT 36

Awards

BBSI University Foundation Diploma in Hospitality Management & Tourism ( NQA Level 3)

NCFE Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism ( NQA Level 3)


IELTS [Academic]



Terms 2 & 320 lessons weekly in Hospitality Management & Tourism10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Academic Study Skills

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In addition to providing a thorough and comprehensive grounding inacademic English and appropriate study skills, the syllabi for our various courses in

Hospitality Management & Tourism incorporate either all or someof the following specialised topics:

* hospitality management * financial management* customer service * accommodation services* careers & destination management * hotel front office* health, hygiene & fire safety * food & beverage* conference & banqueting operations * structure of the hospitality & tourism industries* environmental tourism * duty management* personnel management * tour operators* retail travel services * air transport* waterborne transport * ancillary travel products* tourism management * travel geography

COURSE D E TA I L S


UHT 24 5.5 Upper-Intermediate 17 30 24 weeks Higher-Cert & Cert Sep; Jan; Mar; JulUHT 36 5.0 Intermediate 17 30 36 weeks Diploma & Cert Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul

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Our Pre-Masters courses in Hospitality Management arecarefully designed for international graduates with either a firstdegree or equivalent, or a higher diploma and relevant workexperience, who are seeking to enhance their career prospectsby undertaking a postgraduate degree course at a UK university.The courses are available in 12, 24 or 36-week study options,all of which include extensive �IELTS Examination Preparationand §Advanced Study Skills . The Higher-Certificate andDiploma study options lead to both BBSI and NCFE awards.


University Entry Requirements. The majority of UK universities require thatpostgraduate students seeking entry to a masters course must be aminimum of 21 years of age on entry and have a minimum English-language level of IELTS 6.5-IELTS 7.0, depending on the course anduniversity of choice. Further details are at Page 38.




Course Designation. PHT 12

Award

BBSI Pre-Masters Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism


IELTS [Academic]


20 lessons weekly in Hospitality Management & Tourism10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Advanced Study Skills


Higher-Certificate CourseFor those students with a minimum Upper-Intermediate level in Englishor above, we offer a Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate study option.




Awards

BBSI Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate in Hospitality Management &Tourism(NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism (NQA Level 3)


IELTS [Academic]


20 lessons weekly in Hospitality Management & Tourism10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Advanced Study Skills





Awards

BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Hospitality Management & Tourism (NQA Level 3)

NCFE Certificate in Hospitality Management & Tourism (NQA Level 3)


IELTS [Academic]


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Certificate, Higher-Certificate & Diploma CoursesLegal Studies, International & Commercial Law

Students who study our courses in Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law will develop competent legal, business andprofessional communication skills and, in addition to gainingBBSI and NCFE awards, can prepare for and acquire up to 4different †University of Cambridge ESOL qualifications,including the International Legal English Certificate (ILEC).BBSI is an accredited ILEC Examination Centre.

Furthermore, our higher-certificate and diploma study optionsmeet the rigorous standards set by the national educationstandards agency, the National Qualifications Agency (NQA).Those courses are considered notionally at NQA Level 3 withinthe British Government’s National Qualifications Framework.Students who therefore successfully complete either the higher-certificate or diploma study options will gain an additional NCFE award.

Courses are conducted throughout the year around a busy social and activity programme.

Certificate Course



Course Designation. CLS

Award. BBSI Certificate in Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law


University of Cambridge ILECUniversity of Cambridge FCEUniversity of Cambridge CAEUniversity of Cambridge BEC



20 lessons weekly in Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law (includes the full ILEC syllabus)



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ILEC (International Legal English Certificate)The ILEC is a University of Cambridge ESOL examination produced and

assessed by Cambridge ESOL Examinations in collaboration with TransLegal,Europe’s leading firm of lawyer-linguists. BBSI is an accredited ILEC ExaminationCentre. English is an essential tool for any lawyer working with internationalmatters, and employers need to know that the legal staff they appoint havea sufficient level of English to be able to communicate with clients andprofessionals in other countries. At the same time, law students and newly-qualified lawyers need to be able to show employers that they have therequired language skills. The ILEC examination allows candidates todemonstrate their skills, and therefore to increase their employability.It is based on realistic texts, tasks and topics of the kind legal

practitioners might meet in their daily working lives.Preparation for the ILEC is included automatically

within these BBSI study programmes.

FCE (First Certificate in English)FCE is an Upper-Intermediate level examination that indicates

sufficient proficiency in English to be of practical use in clerical,secretarial and managerial jobs for example, or in the tourist industry,

where contact with English speakers is required. FCE is alsouseful preparation for students working towards

higher-level examinations, such as the CAE.

CAE (Certificate in Advanced English)CAE is the second-highest level of Cambridge ESOL

examination and is ideal for those who want to work or study abroad.A CAE certificate demonstrates language skills in a wide rangeof contexts. The examination is based o realistic tasks, and

indicates the ability to use the language in practicalsituations, such as meetings and discussions.

BEC (Business English Certificate)There are 3 levels of BEC examination: the BEC Preliminary, BEC

Vantage and BEC Higher. All 3 examinations are ideal for studentspreparing for careers in the fields of international business andcommerce, where a good knowledge of English is required tofunction effectively. BEC certificates are internationally recognisedand demonstrate that the holder has acquired an appropriate

standard of English in a professional context.











Course Designation. CLS 24

Awards

BBSI Higher-Certificate in Legal Studies, International &Commercial Law (NQA Level 3)

NCFE Certificate in Legal Studies, International&Commercial Law(NQA Level 3)


University of Cambridge ILEC University of Cambridge FCEUniversity of Cambridge CAEUniversity of Cambridge BEC


Study Option 1Designed for those with a sound Upper-Intermediate level inEnglish or above, Study Option 1 enables participants to developtheir legal and professional skills to a more advanced level ofproficiency.



20 lessons weekly in Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law(includes the full ILEC syllabus)


Specialised Elements. Study Option 1 incorporates all the¥Course Elements detailed below.

Study Option 2For those with an Upper-Intermediate level in English, StudyOption 2 builds more gradually in intensity and specialisation andplaces more emphasis initially on developing English-languagecommunication skills prior to the introduction of more advancedtraining in legal studies, law and business.





Term 220 lessons weekly in Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law

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Specialised Elements. Study Option 2 incorporates ¥Course Elements selected from those detailed opposite.

Diploma CourseThe Diploma course provides participants with a thorough groundingin legal English andincorporates the full syllabusin Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law.



Course Designation. DLS

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NCFE Certificate in Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law (NQA Level 3)


University of Cambridge ILECUniversity of Cambridge FCEUniversity of Cambridge CAEUniversity of Cambridge BEC





Terms 2 & 320 lessons weekly in Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law



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In addition to providing a thorough and comprehensive grounding in English-languagecommunication skills, the syllabi for our various courses in Legal Studies, International &

Commercial Law incorporate either all or some of the following specialised topics:

* UK & comparative legal systems * law of property* international law, human rights & competition policy * criminal law* conflict of laws * public international law * international trade * commercial, consumer & employment law* contract law * current affairs & the law* partnership law * intellectual property* law of tort, including physical injury & economic loss * company law (shares, capital, legal entities etc)

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For those with the requisite high-school grades and a soundUpper-Intermediate level in English, we offer a 24-week Higher-Certificate programme in Legal Studies, International &Commercial Law that enables participants to achieve the learningoutcomes in shorter time. For those with an Intermediate level inEnglish, however, we offer the 36-week Diploma study option,which builds more gradually in intensity and specialisation.

In addition to gaining BBSI and NCFE awards, students canprepare for the †University of Cambridge ESOL InternationalLegal English Certificate (ILEC). BBSI is an accredited ILECExamination Centre. Both study options also include extensive�IELTS Examination Preparation and ‡Academic Study Skills , andfacilitate undergraduate entry to a UK university. The syllabi meetthe rigorous standards set by the national education standardsagency, the National Qualifications Agency (NQA), and areconsidered notionally at NQA Level 3 within the BritishGovernment’s National Qualifications Framework.

UK University Placement Service. Students are provided withextensive counselling and guidance in all aspects of study atUK universities, and are given full assistance with the UK university application process. All Foundation students who successfully complete their course are assured of a university place prior to graduation from BBSI. Full details are at Page 38.



Course Designation. ULS 24Awards

BBSI University Foundation Higher-Certificate in Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law ( NQA Level 3)



IELTS [Academic]University of Cambridge ILEC



20 lessons weekly in Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law (includes the full ILEC syllabus)




Course Designation. ULS 36

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BBSI University Foundation Diploma in Legal Studies, International &Commercial Law (NQA Level 3)










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communication skills, the syllabi for our various courses in Legal Studies, International &

Commercial Law incorporate either all or some of the following specialised topics:

* UK and comparative legal systems * law of property

* international law, human rights & competition policy * criminal law

* conflict of laws * public international law

* international trade * commercial, consumer & employment law

* contract law * current affairs & the law

* partnership law * intellectual property

* law of tort, including physical inju ry & economic loss * company law (shares, capital, legal entities etc)

International Legal English Certificate Preparation* drafting legal documents & letters * understanding legal documents

* legal negotiations * client interviews




ILEC (International Legal English Certificate)The ILEC is a University of Cambridge ESOL examination produced

and assessed by Cambridge ESOL Examinations in collaboration with TransLegal,Europe’s leading firm of lawyer-linguists. BBSI is an accredited ILEC Examination

Centre. English is an essential tool for any lawyer working with international matters, andemployers need to know that the legal staff they appoint have a sufficient level of English to beable to communicate with clients and professionals in other countries. At the same time, lawstudents and newly-qualified lawyers need to be able to show employers that they havethe required language skills. The ILEC examination allows candidates to demonstrate

their skills, and therefore to increase their employability. It is based on realistictexts, tasks and topics of the kind legal practitioners might meet in theirdaily working lives. Preparation for the ILEC is included automatically


COURSE D E TA I L S


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‡ Academic Study SkillsStudents require sound academic study skills when preparing for further study at a UK college or university,or for ongoing professional or vocational training. Academic study skills are therefore included within theIELTS examination preparation elements of this course. Topics and skills covered include the following:





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Our Pre-Masters courses in Law are carefully designed forinternational law graduates who are seeking to undertake apostgraduate degree course at a UK university. The courses areavailable in 12, 24 or 36-week study options, all of whichinclude extensive �IELTS Examination Preparation and§Advanced Study Skills . The Higher-Certificate and Diplomastudy options lead to both BBSI and NCFE awards, and preparestudents for the †University of Cambridge ESOL InternationalLegal English Certificate (ILEC). BBSI is an accredited ILECExamination Centre.


University Entry Requirements. The majority of UK universities requirethat postgraduate students seeking entry to a masters course must be aminimum of 21 years of age on entry and have a minimum English-language level of IELTS 6.5-IELTS 7.0, depending on the course and university of choice. Further details are at Page 38.

Certificate CourseFor those students with limited study time, a sound Upper-Intermediate level in English, or who already have a firm offer froma UK university, we provide a 12-week Certificate programme.



Course Designation. PLS 12

Award. BBSI Pre-Masters Certificate in Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law





20 lessons weekly in Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law (includes the

full ILEC syllabus)



Higher-Certificate CourseFor those students with a sound Upper-Intermediate level in English orabove, we offer a Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate study option.




Awards

BBSI Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate in Legal Studies, International &Commercial Law (NQA Level 3)





Course Structure & Content20 lessons weekly in Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law







AwardsBBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law

(NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Legal Studies, International & Commercial Law (NQA Level 3)





Term 120 lessons weekly in Communication &

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BBSI courses in Science, Technology, Computers & IT arecarefully designed to enable students at language levels ofIntermediate or above to study the concepts and learn the skillsrequired either for careers or further study in technical fields, andwho require proficiency in technical English. Participants can gaina variety of business and English qualifications and prepare forthe �International Computer Driving License® (ICDL). Coursesare conducted throughout the year around a busy social andactivity programme.


Our higher-certificate and diploma study options meet the rigorousstandards set by the national education standards agency, the NationalQualifications Agency (NQA). Those courses are considered notionallyat NQA Level 3 within the British Government’s National QualificationsFramework. Students who successfully complete either the higher-certificate or diploma study options will therefore gain an additionalNCFE award.

Students will develop competent technical and professionalcommunication skills, and there is the option to study differentEnglish-language modules and prepare for up to 3 different†University of Cambridge ESOL examinations. Alternatively,students can opt to join our ongoing weekly +English Language Workshop at a language level to suit their needs.

Certificate CourseDesigned for those students with an Intermediate level inEnglish or above, the Certificate course aims to provide ageneral overview in science, technology, computing and IT andenables participants to develop their skills and knowledgeacross a broad spectrum in these combined technical fields.



Course Designation. CST

Award. BBSI Certificate in Science, Technology, Computers & IT





20 lessons weekly in Science, Technology, Computers & IT10 lessons weekly in English language (selected from one of the following options):


Specialised Elements. The Certificate syllabus incorporates ¥Course Elements selected from those detailed opposite.

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The International Computer Driving License® (ICDL) is an internationally-recognised qualification that verifies practical competence in computer skillsin either a professional or personal capacity and is the fastest growing

international IT user-qualification. It is designed specifically for those who wish togain a benchmark qualification in computing to enable them to develop their IT

skills and enhance their career prospects. The ICDL raises an individual’s level ofcompetency in IT & computing skills; improves personal productivity, both at home & at work; requires no prior knowledge of IT or computer skills; and provides individuals with an internationally-recognised qualification.

¥ Course Elements

In addition to providing a thorough and comprehensive grounding in technicalEnglish terminology, vocabulary and phraseology, the syllabi for our various courses

in Science, Technology, Computers & IT incorporate either all or some of thefollowing specialised topics:

Applied Mathematics* statistics * number* scale & ratio * probability theory* algebra & equations * space & trigonometry

Applied Physics & Engineering* engineering * nuclear physics* force & effect * materials & stresses* light & radio waves * electrics, electromagnetism & electronics

Technology* security * applications* materials & systems * human factor/needs/values/aesthetics

General Science* research methods * problem solving* writing scientific reports * reading & interpreting scientific information

Computers & IT* SQL * viruses* spreadsheets * database* binary system * word processing* operating systems * Microsoft AccessTM* publishing in HTML * types of computer* business modelling * information & effective communication * presentation software * object-oriented programming with Java* website-design theory * using a computer effectively & managing files* computer configuration * concepts of information & computing technology * electronic communications











Course Designation. CST 24

Awards

BBSI Higher-Certificate in Science, Technology, Computers & IT ( NQA Level 3)

NCFE Certificate in Science, Technology, Computers & IT ( NQA Level 3)

Optional External Qualifications International Computer Driving License® (study option 2 only)



Study Option 1Designed for those with a sound Intermediate level in English or above,Study Option 1 enables participants to develop their science, technicaland professional skills to a more advanced level of proficiency.



20 lessons weekly in Science, Technology, Computers & IT10 lessons weekly in English language (selected each term from one of the following options)



Study Option 2For those with a minimum Intermediate level in English, Study Option 2 builds more gradually in intensity and specialisation and places more emphasis initially on developing English-language communication skills prior to the introduction of more advancedtechnical training. This study option places the emphasis on developing computer, computing and professional IT skills andparticipants can acquire the ICDL qualification.



Term 1

20 lessons weekly in General English10 lessons weekly in Computers, Computing & IT Skills

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20 lessons weekly in Science, Technology, Computers & IT10 lessons weekly in English Language (selected each term from one of the following options)


Specialised Elements. Study Option 2incorporates ¥Course Elements selectedfrom those detailed opposite.

Diploma CourseThe Diploma course provides participants with a thorough groundingin technical English and incorporates the full syllabus in Science,Technology, Computers & IT.



Course Designation. DST

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BBSI Diploma in Science, Technology, Computers & IT ( NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Science, Technology, Computers & IT ( NQA Level 3)


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FCE (First Certificate in English)FCE is an Upper-Intermediate level examination that indicates sufficient proficiency in Englishto be of practical use in clerical, secretarial and managerial jobs for example, or in the touristindustry, where contact with English speakers is required. FCE is also useful preparation for


CAE (Certificate in Advanced English)CAE is the second-highest level of Cambridge ESOL examination and is ideal for those whowant to work or study abroad. A CAE certificate demonstrates language skills in a widerange of contexts. The examination is based on realistic tasks, and indicates the ability to


BEC (Business English Certificate)There are 3 levels of BEC examination: the BEC Preliminary, BEC Vantage and BEC Higher. All 3 examinations are ideal for students preparing for careers in the fields of internationalbusiness and commerce, where a good knowledge of English is required to functioneffectively. BEC certificates are internationally recognised and demonstrate that the holder

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For those with the requisite high-school grades and a sound Intermediate level in English, we offer a 24-week Higher-Certificate programme in Science, Technology, Computers & IT that enables participants to achieve the learning outcomes in shorter time. For those with a lowerIntermediate level in English, however, we offer the 36-week Diploma study option, which builds more gradually in intensity and specialisation. These courses include extensive �IELTS Examination Preparation and ‡Academic Study Skills , and depending on the study option selected, prepare participants for the �International Computer Driving License® (ICDL).

Both study options facilitate undergraduate entry to a UK university. These courses meet the rigorous standards set by the national education standards agency, the National Qualifications Agency (NQA), and are considered notionally at NQA Level 3 within the British Government’s NationalQualifications Framework. Successful students will therefore gain both BBSI and NCFE awards.

UK University Placement Service. Students are provided with extensive counselling and guidance in all aspects ofstudy at UK universities, and are given full assistance with the UK university application process. All Foundation students who successfully complete their course are assured of a university place prior to graduation from BBSI. Full details are at Page 38.



Course Designation. UST 24

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BBSI University Foundation Higher-Certificate in Science, Technology, Computers & IT ( NQA Level 3)



IELTS [Academic]


20 lessons weekly in Science, Technology, Computers & IT10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Academic Study Skills

Specialised Elements. The Higher-Certificate syllabusincorporates all the ¥Course Elements detailed opposite.



Course Designation. UST 36

Awards

BBSIUniversity Foundation Diploma in Science, Technology, Computers & IT (NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Science, Technology, Computers & IT ( NQA Level 3)


IELTS [Academic]International Computer Driving License®


Term 120 lessons weekly in General English10 lessons weekly in Computers, Computing & IT Skills


Terms 2 & 320 lessons weekly in Science, Technology, Computers & IT10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Academic Study Skills

Specialised Elements. The Diploma syllabus incorporates allthe ¥Course Elements detailed below.

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¥ Course ElementsIn addition to providing a thorough and comprehensive grounding in technical

English terminology, vocabulary and phraseology, the syllabi for our various coursesin Science, Technology, Computers & IT incorporate either all or some of the

following specialised topics:Applied Mathematics

* statistics * number* scale & ratio * probability theory* algebra & equations * space & trigonometry

Applied Physics & Engineering* engineering * nuclear physics* force & effect * materials & stresses* light & radio waves * electrics, electromagnetism & electronics

Technology* security * applications* materials & systems * human factor/needs/values/aesthetics

General Science* research methods * problem solving* writing scientific reports * reading & interpreting scientific information

Computers & IT* SQL * viruses* spreadsheets * database* binary system * word processing* operating systems * Microsoft AccessTM* publishing in HTML * types of computer* business modelling * information & effective communication * presentation software * object-oriented programming with Java* website-design theory * using a computer effectively & managing files* computer configuration * concepts of information & computing technology * electronic communications


The International Computer Driving License® (ICDL) is an internationally-recognised qualification that verifies practical competence in computer skillsin either a professional or personal capacity and is the fastest growinginternational IT user-qualification. It is designed specifically for those who wishto gain a benchmark qualification in computing to enable them to develop theirIT skills and enhance their career prospects. The ICDL raises an individual’slevel of competency in IT & computing skills; improves personal productivity,both at home & at work; requires no prior knowledge of IT or computer skills;and provides individuals with an internationally-recognised qualification.

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measures ability to communicate and study in English in all 4 languageskills – listening, reading, writing and speaking – for those who intend to study or work where English is the language of communication.IELTS is the preferred assessment method for universities in English-speaking countries. Examinations take place monthly and a placecan be secured at the time of booking with BBSI. Candidates must

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Pre-Masters CoursesScience, Technology, Computers & IT

Our Pre-Masters courses in technical subjects are carefullydesigned for international graduates with either a first degree or equivalent, or a higher diploma and relevant workexperience, who are seeking to enhance their career prospectsby undertaking a postgraduate degree course at a UK university.The courses are available in 12, 24 or 36-week study options,all of which include extensive �IELTS Examination Preparationand §Advanced Study Skills , and depending on the study optionselected, prepare participants for the �International ComputerDriving License® (ICDL). The Higher-Certificate and Diplomastudy options lead to both BBSI and NCFE awards.


University Entry Requirements. The majority of UK universities requirethat postgraduate students seeking entry to a masters course must be aminimum of 21 years of age on entry and have a minimum English-language level of IELTS 6.5-IELTS 7.0, depending on the course anduniversity of choice. Further details are at Page 38.

Certificate CourseFor those students with limited study time, a minimum Upper-Intermediate level in English, or who already have a firm offer froma UK university, we provide a 12-week Certificate study option.



Course Designation. PST 12

Award

BBSI Pre-Masters Certificate in Science, Technology, Computers & IT

Optional External Examinations IELTS [Academic]

Course Structure & Content.20 lessons weekly in Science, Technology, Computers & IT10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Advanced Study Skills


Higher-Certificate CourseFor those students with an Intermediate level in English or above, weoffer a Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate study option.




Awards

BBSI Pre-Masters Higher-Certificate in Science, Technology, Computers & IT( NQA Level 3)


Optional External Examinations IELTS [Academic]

Course Structure & Content20 lessons weekly in Science, Technology, Computers & IT10 lessons weekly in IELTS Examination Preparation & Advanced Study Skills

Diploma Course

For those students with an Intermediate level in English or above,we offer a 36-week Pre-Masters Diploma study option.




Awards

BBSI Pre-Masters Diploma in Science, Technology, Computers & IT ( NQA Level 3)NCFE Certificate in Science, Technology, Computers & IT ( NQA Level 3)


IELTS [Academic]International Computer Driving License®


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BBSI was one of the first UK institutions to develop university foundation courses and offer university placementservices in the UK. We have been providing these services since 1995. The School has since developed and refined the process and has become asophisticated and student-orientated centre of expertise. The services are available to both undergraduate and postgraduate students, and our aimis to enable international students to enter the best and most ideally-suited university or college to match their personal abilities, achievementsand aspirations.

On commencement of their course at BBSI, each student is individually interviewed by our UniversityPlacement Counsellor so that we can make an early assessment of their academic background, currentlevel of English and future academic requirements. Following that interview, our Counsellor will monitorthe student’s progress, introduce them to appropriate universities, invite them to meet differentuniversity representatives, assist students with their university applications and guide them through thefull university application process. The final choice of university, however, will depend on eachindividual’s final IELTS level achieved, as well as the grade attained on conclusion of their BBSIUniversity Foundation or Pre-Masters study programme.

UK UniversitiesBBSI graduates have been accepted at many different universities in the UK on a wide variety of undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Fulldetails of recent BBSI university placements for international students can be downloaded as a pdf file from our website at www.bbsi.co.uk. UKuniversities that have accepted BBSI graduates in the past include :

Aston*, Bath*, Birmingham*, Bournemouth, Bradford, Brighton, Bristol*, Buckingham, Cambridge*, Cardiff*, Coventry, Edinburgh*, Essex, Exeter*, Glasgow*,Greenwich, Hull, Kent, Kingston, King’s College London*, Lancaster*, Liverpool John Moores, London (City), London Metropolitan, London School of Economics*,Loughborough*, Manchester*, Manchester Metropolitan, Middlesex, Newcastle*, Nottingham*, Oxford Brookes, Plymouth, Reading, Portsmouth, Queen Margaret,

Royal Holloway*, Salford, Sheffield*, Sheffield Hallam, Southampton*, Southampton Solent, South Bank, Strathclyde, Sunderland, Surrey, Sussex, University of Wales (Swansea), University of Wales Institute (Cardiff), Warwick*, Westminster, West of England, Winchester, York*

BBSI University Foundation CoursesUniversity Foundation courses at BBSI are specifically designed to prepare international students for undergraduate entry to British universities,without the necessity of acquiring British A-Level qualifications. The aim is to ensure that all students receive specialised academic preparation fortheir future studies. Students are prepared specifically for the degree subject of their choice. Furthermore, provided students complete their course

satisfactorily, they are guaranteed a place at university. Incertain cases, BBSI can also secure a university place forthose students who have not achieved a high-school exitgrade. Each BBSI University Foundation Course includes:

* a sound grounding in both the specialist subject of choice and in Academic English

* on-going IELTS Examination Preparation* ‡Academic Study Skills

BBSI Pre-Masters CoursesPre-Masters courses at BBSI are specifically designed to prepare international students for postgraduate entry to British universities. Our courses are extremely flexible and are carefully designed for international graduates with either a first degree or equivalent, or a higher diploma and relevant work experience, who are seeking to undertake a postgraduate degree course at a British university. All participants receive specialised academic preparation and asound grounding in the postgraduate degree subject of their choice. BBSI achieves excellent results in placing its postgraduates. Furthermore, provided students complete their course satisfactorily, they are guaranteed a place at university. Our Pre-Masters courses are of 12, 24 or 36 weeks duration. The choice will depend upon a student's English level on entry,their previous work experience, and their current academic qualifications.Students wishing to apply for an MBA, however, should also have a minimum of 3 years’ business-related work experience.Each Pre-Masters course includes:

* a sound grounding in the specialist subject of choice and in Academic English* on-going IELTS Examination Preparation* §Advanced Study Skills


Postgraduate students require advanced study skills when preparing forstudy at Masters' level at a UK college or university. All our Pre-Masters courses therefore

include advanced study skills. Topics and skills covered include the following:



IELTS, the International English Language Testing System,measures ability to communicate and study in English in all 4

language skills – listening, reading, writing and speaking – forthose who intend to study or work where English is the

language of communication. IELTS is the preferred assessmentmethod for universities in English-speaking countries.

Examinations take place monthly and a placecan be secured at the time of booking with BBSI. Candidates must

book the examination at least 6 weeks prior to each sitting.

UK University PlacementsUndergraduate & Postgraduate Students

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Professional work placements can play a valuable part in the learning process. BBSI was a pioneer in this field and hasbeen providing internships since 1996. The School has developed an outstanding reputation for quality of service in thisfield and can now provide accredited work placements in partnership with the national awarding body NCFE . BBSI hasdeveloped a wide network of both local and national businesses who accept international trainees, and works to ensure that trainees benefit fully from this often challenging experience.

Business English Study & Work Placement BBSI arranges professional placements in industry, commerce, the professions and elsewhere.Such placements are suitable for trainees with an Upper-Intermediate to Advanced level inEnglish, who have work experience in their own country. The aim is for trainees to broaden their experience in a vocational environment, as well as hone their communication skills, with a view to improving their knowledge and career prospects. Placements, which are full-time, are normally of between 8 and 12 weeks’ duration, and follow a minimum of 8 weeks of specialised English study at BBSI. For visa purposes, non-EU/EEA applicants must ensure their study element equates to no less than 50 per cent of their total programme. The choice of course to be studied prior to each placement is for each student to decide. However, BBSI would recommend the 12-week Communication & Business Skills studyprogramme, or one of our other certificate, higher-certificate or diploma courses.

Following their study period, trainees are placed in work with a business that is complementary to their current or plannedcareer. The work undertaken during the period of each placement is unpaid, and should be considered as part of an ongoingtraining programme. However, trainees must understand that they cannot specify a particular company or location. BBSI closely monitors progress during internships to ensure that the experience is a satisfactory one for all concerned. References are normally provided by employers on completion of the placement.

Work Placement FieldsThere are certain professions in which BBSI cannot provide internships. However, the following is a selection of fields in whichBBSI has previously provided placements:

* law firms * travel agencies * healthcare* marketing * busin ess support * local government* hotels & catering * electrics/electronics * department stores

Training OutcomesOn successful completion of a study and work-placement programme, trainees are issued with a BBSI Certificate, Higher-Certificate, or Diploma in their chosen subject, a BBSI Certificate of Work Placement, and an NCFE Certificate of Work Placement. Each trainee is also required to produce a Portfolio of Work to document their experiences. This documentation will serve individuals well in future employment applications.

It needs to be recognised that to a large degree what happens during internships isoutside the control of BBSI. The work can be challenging, and the responsibility formaking the placement a success rests mainly with the student. Many of our students have had highly successful and enjoyable placements.

Terms & ConditionsPlease note that the following terms and conditions apply for professional work placements:

* A particular work placement is not guaranteed and is subject to trainees successfully passing a job interview.

* Trainees must be as flexible as possible concerning the type of placement they are seeking.

* Should a trainee be successful at interview, that trainee is obliged to accept that work placement.Should an individual refuse the work, however, BBSI is under no obligation to arrange a further

interview.

* Should a trainee be unsuccessful at a particular interview, BBSI mayarrange further interviews, up to a maximum of 3 in total.

* Should a trainee be unsuccessful in all 3 work interviews, there will be no refund of placement fees.

* Trainees must understand that, if placed in worksuccessfully, they are representing BBSI and should actaccordingly, with both integrity and professionalism.

* Trainees must understand that, if asked to leave their workplacement for reasons of misconduct, BBSI will not find alternativework, nor will there be any refund of placement fees.

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BBSI offers flexibly structured Aviation English training courses in theUK for pilots and ATCOs. Our courses are adapted to meet theguidelines in the ICAO English-language proficiency descriptors andcan be structured to meet the precise requirements of individualsponsors.

BBSI courses comprise 40 lessons weekly (30 hours) of direct-contact,tuition and skills practice. Typical course structure is as follows:

20 lessons weekly in General English10 lessons weekly in Aviation English (Language Development)10 lessons weekly in Aviation English (Functionality)

Training Objectives

The aim at BBSI is to train to a standard whereby aviators acquiresufficient language proficiency to manage all their potential ongoingoperational needs. Our courses cover not only routine phraseologies,but emphasise those types of communication not encompassed byphraseologies, such as non-routine situations and aircraftemergencies. Emphasis throughout is placed on developing thefollowing:

* general English-language communication skills* communication for general & specialised aviation functions* understanding of aviation vocabulary & terminology for different specialisations* oral proficiency skills for routine & unusual ATC situations & aircraft emergencies* awareness of aviation context & environment* progress towards/beyond ICAO Operational Level 4 descriptor standards

Course duration can be between 2 and 24 weeks, depending on theEnglish-language entry level of participants and the preciserequirements of respective aviation sponsors.

Course Content & Structure

General English. The general-English language elements of ourtraining aim to enhance general confidence in all 4 language skillsthrough extensive practice.

Aviation English. Training in Aviation English targets aviationlanguage and development of communication skills in context,depending on the precise specialisation of participants. Content isstructured around published ICAO guidelines for English languageproficiency. We incorporate the necessary elements of pronunciation,structure, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension and interaction, inaddition to standard, non-standard and unusual phraseology,terminology and vocabulary. Moreover, we focus particularly onnumerous case studies, where the use of incorrect or non-routinelanguage has either led to aviation disasters, or has exacerbatedsituations that might easily have been resolved safely througheffective communication.

Practice Activities. Practice activities include role-play andsimulations; aircraft emergencies; bomb threat/alert/scare andcontingency actions; contingency actions (general); special requests;case studies of actual incident/occurrence reports (all found to beattributed to poor English comprehension), combined withinappropriate non-standard radio phraseology; use of authentic andquasi-authentic audio, such as ATIS; and both standard and non-standard operational situations.

Specialised Content. Specialist aviation content includes a fullinventory of events, domains and sub-domains thatcharacterise the day-to-day communications of ATCOs andpilots. These events and domains represent air traffic controlsituations, routine or non-routine, in which all aviators must becompetent, and each requires familiarity with many lexical

domains for which there are associated words. The 'one-size-fits-all'scenario is avoided and sponsors need to define very clearly thetopics on which they require particular focus.

Functionality. To assist in the process of rapid learning and functionaldevelopment, language and skills development is reinforced byspecialised skills practice. The aim is to provide trainees with theopportunity to function, regardless of individual skills levels, at thestandard of ICAO Level 4. Emphasis is placed on speaking andlistening skills, with continual practice in context, utilising audiofacilities where appropriate, such as ATIS broadcasts, as well as audioexamples of aircraft emergencies, incident reports relating to non-routine radio phraseology and unusual aviation-related requests andincidents.

ICAO Aviation English Testing & Certification

The ICAO Council, in light of the number of accidents and incidents inwhich a contributory factor has been insufficient language proficiencyon the part of either pilots or ATCOs, recently introduced newmeasures to ensure that all ATCOs and flight crews involved in flightoperations in airspace where the use of English language ismandatory are proficient in conducting and comprehendingradiotelephony communications in English.

Those ICAO language proficiency requirements have beenincorporated in the Joint Aviation Authorities (JAA) requirements JAR-FCL 1 and JAR-FCL 2. In future, similar requirements will beincorporated in the European Aviation Safety Agency's (EASA) Part-FCL: Implementing Rules. ICAO stipulates that Aviation English testingcan be conducted only by external, independent and approvedexaminers.

BBSI, in association with Global Aviation Language Ltd and LPLUSGmbH (Germany) commenced research and development activities forits ICAO English-language testing system in 2005. We included ananalysis of best practice in language testing; examined aircraftaccident and aviation incident reports where language proficiency wasa contributing factor; and took account of ICAO language proficiency

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CAV 12 ICAO Level 3 40 12 weeks ICAO Level 4 by arrangement

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standards, recommended practices and guidance material. The resultsof that research have been implemented within our testing system.

LPLUS GmbH is the European market leader for pilot, ATCO and Part-66 examinations. The LPLUS examination system is also used in non-aviation fields by colleges of further education and universities and isutilised in various forms for certain professional examinations. Clientshave taken more than one million computer-supported, individual testsutilising the LPLUS system in the past 20 years.

The BBSI Testing Solution

The main features of the BBSI testing solution are as follows:

* computer-based examination and assessment of the listening and speaking skills of applicants, utilising simulated interactions, rich multimedia and animations

* applicants are prompted to answer questions by both visual cues and by voice; the test session is then recorded and stored ona secure, dedicated server

* assessment is normally carried out by our competent staff; however, arrangements can be made by clients to utilise staff appointed or nominated by their respective national aviation authorities

* the test facilitates accurate assessment of all 6 ICAO English-language communication descriptors for proficiency levels from ICAO Level 1 (Elementary) to ICAO Level 6 (Expert)

* subject to the highest quality standards in accordance with the JAA requirements, the test is delivered in a controlled examinationenvironment

* the test results are made available to both the applicant and the respective national aviation authority

* we have a robust and fair appeal system.

BBSI Services

BBSI language proficiency testing services include the following:* customer helpdesk

* training for assessors* training for testing administrators* server hosting and archiving* regular updating of questions and testing database* full support for external assessors* user-friendly test retrieval and assessment* full assessment documentation provided for each test

Test Delivery Options

The 3 main options for the deliveryof testing are briefly describedbelow. However, BBSI would bepleased to discuss with potentialclients other delivery solutions tomatch specific or individual needs.

Option 1. Full testing service, including test delivery and assessment at an examination centre organised by BBSI in a location that is acceptable to yourorganisation.

Option 2. BBSI will provide a customer helpdesk; on-line test delivery; test assessment and delivery of results; server hosting andarchiving; and training for invigilators. The client organisation wouldbe expected to provide examination-centre facilities and the necessary test invigilators.

Option 3. BBSI will provide a customer helpdesk, on-line test delivery, test retrieval by assessors and specific on-line documentation for assessment purposes, server hosting and archiving, training for assessors and invigilators. Your organisation would be expected to provide examination facilities, invigilators and assessors.

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Designed to prepare potential NATO staff officers for theirroles in the NATO Alliance and for UN Peacekeepingappointments, BBSI Military English courses are bothstimulating and wide-ranging in their delivery and content.Language development through active participation inpractical course work is encouraged, and is fully supportedby authentic discussion, current affairs, writtencommunication and military-planning activities. Duration ofeach course is normally 6 weeks; however, training can betailored to meet the precise requirements of particularsponsors. The maximum class size is 12 Officers/SNCOs andour training is concerned with creating an understanding ofthe functional communication skills necessary in NATO UNPeacekeeping appointments worldwide. Our language training is therefore suitable for military officers, diplomatic staff, civil servants, intelligence officers et al.

BBSI courses include excursions to professional and culturalplaces of interest, and presentations on specialised militarytopics. Courses run year-round and a high proportion ofstudents attain creditable passes at SLP 3 and SLP 4 levels,which allows them to subsequently establish themselves ininternational appointments with ease and confidence. Manyformer BBSI trainees are currently serving in senior NATO and UN appointments. Selected courses are conducted forVIPs and personnel of high military rank.

Assessment & Certification

BBSI utilises only externalMODLEB-accredited examiners administrated by theUniversity of Westminster for STANAG-assessment purposes.Certification issued by MODLEB examiners is in accordancewith NATO STANAG 6001 and is wholly acceptable as aformal measure of the operational and administrative militaryEnglish-language skills level of the holder.

NATO STANAG 6001 SLP 1Course Objectives. A foundation course for beginners:

* to understand simple sentences spoken at less than normal speed* to identify oneself & explain the purpose of the interaction* to obtain simple survival information* to make simple telephone calls* to understand signs, notices & elementary texts

NATO STANAG 6001 SLP 2Course Objectives. Commencing at entry level SLP 1 orequivalent:

* to understand simple sentences/questions spoken at near native-speaker speed* to conduct simple social & professional interaction* to obtain information on everyday matters by a variety of means* to converse on a one-to-one basis with a sympathetic native speaker* to participate in work-related discussions in small groups* to give an introductory presentation* to comprehend routine business & professional messages & correspondence* to give in writing basic information with the appropriate greetings

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BBSI utilises only MODLEB-approved examiners for testing purpose provided by the

University of Westminster. The University has a long-standing relationship with the British MOD in

respect of language testing, is a prominent member of MODLEB and has been the MOD contract partner

for designing and delivering language examinations in Military English at NATO STANAG Levels SLP1, 2, 3

& 4. The University of Westminster has managed that service for nearly 10 years and has utilised its

experience with foreign-language testing to design and deliver a suite of monolingual English

examinations. All examination papers are approved by a MODLEB ‘setting board’ within the MOD prior to

delivery. This ensures that the language levels set correspond to the NATO language descriptors and

that the content of each examination reflects the current operational duties of professional military

personnel. These examinations are currently used as the profiling mechanism for all students

attending English-language training as part of the UK Defence Diplomacy Policy scheme at

MOD-approved training establishments, and have also been successfully

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* to comprehend the gist of a meeting* to participate & express opinions in meetings & discussions* to deliver clear presentations & reports* to obtain clear & detailed information about business & professional matters* to participate in social & professional discussions with native speakers at

normal speed* to understand the general nature of authentic texts & job-related material* to compose letters & reports, intelligible to a native speaker* to introduce interpreting

NATO STANAG 6001 SLP 4 Course Objectives. Commencing at entry level SLP 3 orequivalent:

* to fully comprehend native-speaker dialogue* to deliver full professional briefings/presentations & handle subsequent questions* to express & defend opinions* to negotiate in difficult circumstances* to handle the unexpected* to fully understand authentic texts in correspondence, newspapers etc* to compose letters/reports to a high standard

Specialised Content

The colloquial, operational and specialised content will depend onthe particular specialisation and will be selected, as necessary,from the following topics in functional military context:

NATO

* management; organisation; core functions* HQ & field-command structure* defence policy, planning, management & PfP consultation* combined operations* command, control, communications, computing & intelligence* infrastructure* administration/financial management* communication information systems* production, logistics & supply* medical support & mobility* host-nation support* interoperability & standardisation* PfP technical support* out-of-area commitments* anti-terrorist/internal security operations

* peace-support operations; strategic interactions; consent & legitimisation* public information; dissemination, coordination of the media* politics, diplomacy & international protocol

UN Peacekeeping

* principles; consent, impartiality, objectives & limitations* rules of engagement* legality, propriety & credibility * force structures* negotiation, mediation, interposition, liaison & supervision* control measures, search & arrest* community relations* public information* UN organisation & command structure* planning, briefing & implementation* management & budgeting of joint exercises* UN intelligence, internal security & emergency-reaction forces* IFOR integration: participation of non-NATO nations* SFOR command & control* participation of civil services

Linguapeace Europe

BBSI was a Core Partner in the recent Linguapeace Europe

in i t ia t ive sponsored by the European Commiss ion. Th is

project involved 13 member institutions from 11 separate EU/NATO member

states. The aim of the project was to meet those objectives of European Security

and Defence Policy that relate to conflict prevention and require high language

proficiency among European peacekeepers. One distinguishing feature of

Linguapeace Europe was that the project provided graded materials for

military language training, which are being utilised in realistic scenarios

worldwide by those experienced military and police personnel

involved in peacekeeping operations. BBSI draws on

these impressive materials for its training programmes.

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BBSI has offered management training for international studentssince 1992, and has a wealth of experience in this field. BBSI isan Approved Training Centre for, and is an Academic Partnerof the Chartered Management Institute (CMI). Our coursesare designed to enable students at Intermediate level in Englishand above to study towards one of the new CMI Level 3qualifications in First-Line Management. The CMIqualifications are externally accredited and internationallyrecognised. They are also flexible, and allow candidates to achieve a qualification at a level to suit their needs and the time available for study. There are 3 CMI NQA Level 3 awards available:

CMI Award in First-Line Management ( NQA Level 3)CMI Certificate in First-Line Management ( NQA Level 3)CMI Diploma in First-Line Management ( NQA Level 3)

BBSI’s courses in management can be tailored to meet theclient’s needs and are offered in a range of formats, from short-term intensive courses of between 3-10 days to longer-termprogrammes that supplement BBSI’s many other managementcourses. Participants can attain the CMI Award in First-LineManagement, whilst the CMI Certificate and CMI Diplomaawards can be gained through successful completion of a BBSIHigher-Certificate or Diploma course in Management & BusinessAdministration (see Pages 14-17). The CMI Level 3 modules areas follows:

* managing & communicating information* meeting stakeholder needs* maintaining quality standards* resource planning* personal development as a first line manager* recruitment & selection* developing individuals & teams* improving team performance

To provide a thorough grounding in current managementpractices, and to comply with CMI syllabus criteria, BBSIManagement programmes incorporate either all orsome of the course elements detailed at Pages 14 and 16.

Further details can be found on the CMI website atwww.managers.org.uk.

Human Resource Management

BBSI offers flexibly structured training courses in the UK forinternational managers and HR managers seeking to developtheir knowledge of Human Resource Management (HRM). Theprogrammes are suitable forcandidates with an English level ofIntermediate and above. Ourcourses aim to be practical, and toenable participants to return to theirplaces of work with ideas, andpractical plans for implementingbest practice. On completion, theywill have a good working knowledge of activities, strategies, policies and procedures, and will have developed a range of practical tools andtechniques for managing personnel at work.

BBSI’s courses in HRM can be tailored to meet the client’sneeds, and are offered in a range of formats, from short-termintensive courses of between 3-10 days, to longer-termprogrammes that supplement BBSI’s many other management courses. HRM modules are as follows:

Organisations: Structure, Culture & ChangeConditions of Work & RemunerationStaffing, Recruitment & SelectionPerformance ManagementTraining & DevelopmentEmployee Relations & Communication

Studying HRM alongside BBSI’s other management trainingprogrammes allows successful candidates to achieve CMI NQALevel 3 qualifications in First-Line Management.

Advantages of Management Qualifications

Simply by undertaking the CMI Certificate in First-LineManagement, BBSI trainees become student members of CMI,opening up access to a wealth of management information,both during and after their studies. Moreover, upon successfulcompletion of the CMI Certificate, trainees can:

* enhance their professional status by becoming a Member of theChartered Institute (MCMI)

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The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is the largest professional management institute in Europe. BBSI

is a CMI Approved Training Centre and offers the 3 new CMI NQA Level 3 qualifications in First-Line Management. Depending on their selected

BBSI study option, trainees can achieve either the CMI Certificate or CMI Diploma, or where time is limited, they can achieve the CMI Award for those management modulessuccessfully completed. The CMI elements of our courses are externally accredited to therigorous standards of the Chartered Institute and are assessed by means of course workstandards, attendance and fortnightly assignments. The 8 CMI Management Modulesrequired for award of the CMI Certificate or CMI Diploma are detailed at Pages 14

and 16. All are incorporated within the BBSI Management & Business Administration course syllabus. However, normally a minimum study

period of 24 weeks is required to complete all 8 units. CMIqualifications are widely accepted by employersinternationally, and by major British universities.

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Award (Level 3) Intermediate 30 12 weeks CMI Award Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul

Certificate (Level 3) Int/Upper-Intermediate 30 24 weeks BBSI H-Cert/CMI & NCFE Certs Sep; Jan; Mar; Jul

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The Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) existsto promote and develop high standards of professional skill,ability and integrity among all those engaged in purchasing andsupply-chain management. CIPS, the leading body representingthe field of purchasing and supply chain management, wasestablished in 1932. The Institute has grown to become thecentral reference for industry best practice, and its code ofconduct is the standard around the World. In 1992 the Institutewas awarded a Royal Charter in recognition of its status as acentre of excellence and support for the profession.

BBSI is a CIPS Approved Training Centre and offers the CIPSCertificate in Purchasing & Supply (Level 3) by means oftailored 12, 24, or 36-week courses for international students insponsored groups of up to 12 trainees. The minimum English-language level for entry is Upper-Intermediate and courses canbe arranged by appointment. The purpose and aims of the CIPS suite of qualifications are to:

* equip purchasers to understand and respond to the changing purchasingand supply environment

* enable organisations to be more effective and competitive throughpurchasing activities

* enable purchasers to be effective leaders and managers within the supply chain* enable purchasers to be innovative, creative and competitive in terms of

the specifications they develop* manage and develop sustainable supplier relationships* measure and improve supply chain performance* analyse, assess, manage and mitigate against risk* develop and manage legal, contractual arrangements associated with

purchasing and supply

The CIPS Level 3 Certificate modules are:

Compulsory Units

* Understanding the Purchasing Environment * Purchasing Operations* Client & Supplier Relationships * Securing Supply

Integrative Unit

* Purchasing in Action

Assessment

The overall assessment method forthe CIPS Level 3 qualification is by written examination. Trainees arerequired to undertake examinations for the compulsory units andselect either a Case Study or an Assignment for the 'Purchasing inAction' integrative unit. Assessment is both external and independent.The overall grading system for qualification is Pass, Merit, orDistinction.

Advantages of CIPS Qualifications

By undertaking the CIPS Level 3 Certificate in Purchasing &Supply, BBSI trainees will automatically have access to CIPSmembership, which offers significant benefits:

* internationally recognised status (MCIPS)* membership of a Continuous Professional Development (CPD) scheme* career development opportunities, including CV preparation and

interview techniques* possible progression onto a Masters or postgraduate programme at

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Certificate (Level 3) Intermediate 30 12 weeks BBSI & CIPS Certificates by arrangement

Higher-Cert (Level 3) Int/Upper-Intermediate 30 24 weeks BBSI H-Cert/CIPS & NCFE Certs by arrangement

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International qualifications are a requirement for any student whowishes to enter a British university or find work in an English-speaking working environment. BBSI encourages students to take asmany examinations as possible during their time with us, and toacquire as many academic and professional qualifications as possiblewhile perfecting their English-language and professionalcommunication skills.

The majority of BBSI courses include the option to study for a varietyof examinations as an integral part of our training programmes. Thekey to success in examinations is thorough preparation, coupled withadequate practice and effective examination technique. BBSIspecialist tutors assist all prospective candidates to preparecomprehensively for examinations, monitor their progress and provide adequate examination practice and guidance.

Cambridge ESOL provides the World's leading range of certificatesfor learners of English. Cambridge ESOL certificates are recognisedat some level in most non-English-speaking countries in the World forboth employment and study purposes.

First Certificate in English. The First Certificate in English(FCE) is an Upper-Intermediate level examination thatindicates sufficient proficiency in English to be of practical

use in clerical, secretarial and managerial jobs for example, or in thetourist industry, where contact with English speakers is required. FCEis also useful preparation for students working towards higher-levelexaminations, such as the CAE, ICFE, or ILEC. The FCE examinationcan be sat 4 times per year in Bournemouth. Examination dates in 2009 are as follows:

Reading, Writing & Use of English

Sat 14 Mar (am+pm) Closing date 26 JanSat 13 Jun (am+pm) Closing date 6 AprTue 16 Jun (am+pm) Closing date 6 AprThu 27 Aug (am+pm) Closing date 1 AugTue 8 Dec (am+pm) Closing date 26 OctSat 12 Dec (am+pm) Closing date 26 Oct

Speaking & Listening

6-23 Mar; 25 May-28 Jun; 21-25 Aug; and 20 Nov-20 Dec

Certificate in Advanced English. The Certificate inAdvanced English (CAE) is the second-highest level ofCambridge ESOL examination and is ideal for those who

want to work or study abroad. A CAE certificate demonstrateslanguage skills in a wide range of contexts. The examination is basedon realistic tasks, and indicates the ability to use the language inpractical situations, such as meetings and discussions. CAE is alsouseful preparation for students working towards higher-levelexaminations, such as the ICFE or ILEC. The CAE examination can besat 3 times per year in Bournemouth; dates in 2009 are as follows:

Reading, Writing & Use of EnglishSat 6 Mar (am+pm) Closing date 26 Jan Wed 17 Jun (am+pm) Closing date 6 AprWed 9 Dec (am+pm) Closing date 26 Oct

Speaking & Listening6 Mar-29 Mar; 25 May-28 Jun and 20 Nov-20 Dec

Business English Certificate. There are 3 levels of BusinessEnglish Certificate (BEC) examination: the BEC Preliminary,BEC Vantage and BEC Higher. The BEC exams are linked to the

Council of Europe's Common European Framework of Reference forLanguages, and to the UK Qualifications and Curriculum Authority'sNational Standards for Literacy, within the National QualificationsFramework (NQF). BBSI is an accredited BEC Examination Centre. All 3 examinations are ideal for students preparing for careers in thefields of international business and commerce, where a good knowledge of English is required to function effectively. BECcertificates are internationally recognised and demonstrate that theholder has acquired an appropriate standard in English in a professional context. The BEC examination can be sat 3 times per year and the examination dates in 2009 are as follows:

BEC Preliminary

Reading, Writing & ListeningThu 19 Mar (am) Closing date 4 FebSat 16 May (am) Closing date 7 AprSat 28 Nov (am) Closing date 14 Oct

Speaking6-23 Mar; 1-18 May; and 6-30 Nov

BEC Vantage

Reading, Writing & ListeningFri 20 Mar (am) Closing date 4 FebSat 30 May (am) Closing date 7 AprSat 5 Dec (am) Closing date 14 Oct

Speaking6-23 Mar; 1 May-1 Jun; and 6 Nov-7 Dec

BEC Higher

Reading, Writing & ListeningWed 18 Mar (am) Closing date 4 FebSat 23 May (am) Closing date 7 AprSat 21 Nov (am) Closing date 14 Oct

Speaking6-23 Mar; 1-25 May; and 6-23 Nov

Cambridge ESOL International Certificate in Financial English. BBSI is an Examination Centre for the Cambridge ESOL International Certificate in Financial

English (ICFE). The ICFE examination is prepared by CambridgeESOL in conjunction with the Association of Chartered CertifiedAccountants (ACCA) to meet the demand in helping students offinance and finance professionals to demonstrate that they have the financial English skills needed to communicate and converse with other accounting and finance professionals within the international business community. With the development of globally-recognised International Accounting Standards (IAS) and greater globalisation within the world of finance, successful candidates will have the opportunity to prove their linguistic ability, and to pursue international career opportunities. The ICFEexamination can be sat twice per year at BBSI. Examination dates in 2009 are as follows:

Reading, Writing & ListeningSat 16 May (am) Closing date 7 Apr Sat 14 Nov (am) Closing date 6 Oct

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produced and assessed by Cambridge ESOL Examinations incollaboration with TransLegal, Europe's leading firm of lawyer-linguists.BBSI is an accredited ILEC Examination Centre. English is anessential tool for any lawyer working with international matters, andemployers need to know that the legal staff they appoint have asufficient level of English to be able to communicate with clients andprofessionals in other countries. At the same time, law students andnewly-qualified lawyers need to be able to show employers that theyhave the required language skills. The ILEC examination allowscandidates to demonstrate their skills, and therefore to increase theiremployability. It is based on realistic texts, tasks and topics of the kindlegal practitioners might meet in their daily working lives. ILEC can besat twice per year at BBSI. Examination dates in 2009 are as follows:

Reading, Writing & ListeningSat 16 May (am) Closing date 7 Apr Sat 14 Nov (am) Closing date 6 Oct

Speaking8-18 May and 6-16 Nov

The International English Language TestingSystem (IELTS) is recognised as the language

entry requirement by colleges and universities in most English-speaking countries worldwide. The test is jointly administered byUCLES, the British Council and IDP Education Australia. IELTS(Academic) is also accepted by many professional organisations,including the UK General Medical Council, the UK Ministry ofDefence, the New Zealand Immigration Service, the AustralianDepartment of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs, and theAustralian Medical Council. IELTS tests the complete range ofEnglish-language and study skills and will be commonlyencountered by students studying or training in the medium ofEnglish. US academic institutions are increasingly acceptingIELTS for admission purposes. Examination sittings are monthly.

The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is thelargest professional management institute in Europe.BBSI is a CMI Approved Training Centre and offers

the 3 new CMI NQA Level 3 qualifications in First-LineManagement. Depending on their selected BBSI study option,trainees can achieve either the CMI Certificate or CMIDiploma, or where time is limited, they can achieve the CMIAward for those management modules successfully completed.The CMI elements of our courses are externally accredited tothe rigorous standards of the Chartered Institute and areassessed by means of course work standards, attendance andfortnightly assignments. The 8 CMI Management Modulesrequired for award of the CMI Certificate or CMI Diploma aredetailed at Pages 14 and 16. All are incorporated within theBBSI Management course syllabus. However, normally aminimum study period of 24 weeks is required to complete all 8units. CMI qualifications are widely accepted by employersinternationally, and by major British universities.

The Chartered Institute ofPurchasing & Supply (CIPS)exists to promote and develop

high standards of professional skill, ability andintegrity among all those engaged in purchasing and supply chainmanagement. CIPS is the leading body representing the field ofpurchasing and supply chain management, and has become thecentral reference for industry best practice. CIPS code of conduct isthe standard around the World andthe Royal Charter is recognition ofthe status of CIPS as a centre ofexcellence and support for theprofession. BBSI is an ApprovedTraining Centre for CIPS and, assuch, offers the CIPS Certificatein Purchasing & Supply, an NQA Level 3 qualification, which isapproved by the Qualifications Curriculum Authority (QCA) andappears on the National Database of Accredited Qualifications (NDAQ).Trainees undertake examinations for the compulsory units of theCertificate syllabus, and submit either case-study work or anassignment for external assessment, which could be a mixture of roleplay and a test of theory, knowledge and understanding.

The International Computer Driving License® (ICDL) is an

internationally-recognised qualification that verifies practicalcompetence in computer skills in either a professional or personalcapacity and is the fastest growing international IT user-qualification.It is designed specifically for those who wish to gain a benchmarkqualification in computing to enable them to develop their IT skills and enhance their career prospects. No prior knowledge of IT orcomputer skills is needed. The ICDL raises an individual's level ofcompetency in IT & computing skills and improves personalproductivity, both at home & at work; and provides individuals with an internationally-recognised qualification. Examinations can be arranged in Bournemouth by appointment.

ICAO Aviation English-Language Proficiency. Testing and certification to meet ICAO Aviation English-LanguageProficiency requirements can be conducted only by

external, independent and approved examiners. BBSI utilises JAA-approved language testers and the test is conducted in separate 45-minute oral sessions.

Military Englishassessment, grading

and certification is conducted at BBSI by Ministry of DefenceLanguage Examining Board (MODLEB) examiners, in associationwith the University of Westminster. Certification is issued by MODLEB in accordance with the NATO STANAG 6001 MilitaryLanguage Descriptors and is wholly acceptable as a formal measure of the operational and administrative Military English language skillslevel of the holder. The test is conducted in 4 separate sessions toassess the 4 language skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing.NATO STANAG testing is conducted on completion of each BBSI Military English course, or can be conducted separately by special arrangement.


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The British Council, in partnership with English UK, forms a national accrediting body, Accreditation UK,for accredited schools, colleges and universities that provide courses in English as a foreign language. BritishCouncil and English UK inspectors carry out inspections every 4 years of those recognised institutions that

provide English language training of high quality.

University of Cambridge ESOL examinations are the World's leading range of certificates for learners of English. BBSI is aRegistered Centre for the following examinations administered by the Cambridge ESOL Examinations Board: BEC, ICFE, ILEC.Each year Cambridge ESOL examinations are taken by over 2 million people, in 130 different countries. The examinationsare well known for their high-quality assessment of real English, as used in everyday work, study and leisure situations.

ESOL qualifications are widely recognised by employers and educationalinstitutions worldwide.

The national awarding body NCFE was established in 1848 and, with the exception of some of the UK's earliest established universities, is the oldest provider of recognised qualifications in the UK. BBSI is a holder of the NCFE Investors In Quality (IIQ) Licence in recognition of the fact that BBSI's training programmes meet the rigorous standards set by the

national education standards agency, the National Qualifications Agency (NQA). BBSI’s course in Communication &Business Skills and all our higher-certificate and diploma study programmes are considered notionally at

NQA Level 3 within the British Government's National Qualifications Framework.

English UK is the official representing body for English-language schools, colleges and universities in the UK, and is the only official UK association that submits to external inspection of its members. English UK, in association with the British

Council operates the English in Britain Accreditation Scheme (EiBAS). Each member submits to regular inspections, to ensure the highest standards in academic quality, management, welfare, accommodation, trainee services

and Health & Safety. Moreover, a complaints procedure provides access to an independent ombudsman.

BusinessEnglishUK is an association of accredited centres in the UK that focus on providing business andprofessional English-language training. The Association is open to all accredited trainers who share a dedication to high

quality, and who specialise in providing business English courses and specialised English-language coursesfor professionals and students. All members commit to a charter of quality ensuring a uniformity in

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The Chartered Management Institute (CMI) promotes the art and science of management. CMI has a Royal Charter and is a nationally accredited organisation responsible for establishing standards of excellence in management and

recognising that excellence through the award of professional qualifications. BBSI is a CMI Approved Training Centre and Academic Partner.

The Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply (CIPS) exists to promote and develop high standards of professional skill, ability and integrity among all those engaged in purchasing and supply-chain management. Established in 1932, CIPS

has grown to become the central reference for industry best practice and the code of conduct was awarded a RoyalCharter in recognition of its status as a centre of excellence and support for the logistics profession.

BBSI is a CIPS Approved Training Centre

The requirements specified in the National Quality Assurance ISO 9001 Standard are aimed primarily at achievingcustomer satisfaction. Management-system certification stimulates a climate of confidence in the quality-managementprocedures and practices that institutions apply in support of the services they provide. The ISO registration mark is an

indication that BBSI meets the needs and expectations of its trainees in providing high quality and good value.

Established in 1983, IALC is an association for quality assured independent language schools throughout theWorld. All institutes with IALC membership are regularly inspected and monitored under the rigorous IALC Quality Scheme.

Membership is by invitation only. While each member of IALC is independent and unique, each shares the highestcommitment to professionalism and excellence in all aspects of service.

The International Computer Driving License® (ICDL) is the internationally recognised qualification that enablesindividuals to demonstrate competence in computer skills. BBSI is an Approved Training Centre. The ICDL is the fastest

growing IT user-qualification in over 125 countries and is designed specifically to develop IT skills and provide abenchmark qualification in computing, thus enhancing career prospects.

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In association with a network of experienced trainers andspecialists in their fields, BBSI offers organisationsworldwide, cutting-edge, aligned and competency-based

training programmes on a wide range of topics, with specialemphasis on current best practices and up-to-the-minutetechniques. These short 3-10 day training programmes aredesigned to assist organisations in the implementation ofstrategies to enhance organisational performance andpersonnel skills among their staff.

Professional Short Training Programmes

Management & LeadershipHuman Resource ManagementProject ManagementCustomer Care & Public RelationsAdministrationContracts, Purchasing & InventoryLogistics & TransportSales & MarketingInformation Technology & NetworkingHospitality Customer ServiceManagement in the Medical ProfessionCoaching & Mentoring

Technical Courses:Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringMaintenance & ReliabilityInstrumentation & ControlsElectronics & CommunicationContracts & ProjectsOil & Gas IndustryPetrochemical & ProcessesHealth & SafetyCivil & ConstructionInstrumentation & Process Control

Full details of course content and structure can be found atwww.bbsi.co.uk/professional short courses.

Once a client has provided BBSI with a detailed specification oftheir precise training requirements, we source specialist andexperienced tutors to design and structure a 3-10 day trainingprogramme to meet the specified learning outcomes. Theduration of the course will depend on the degree ofspecialisation and the amount of content to be included. Theclient will be responsible for providing suitable in-house or in-country training facilities, and also for meeting the costs oftuition fees, and the BBSI tutor's expenses, ie internationaltravel, food and accommodation and local travel.

Consultancy Services

Performance & Training. BBSI provides consultancy services toorganisations seeking to ensure that their training expenditureaddresses shortfalls in the performance of their respectivebusiness, industry or public-sector organisation. Asorganisations grow more complex, it is no longer safe toassume that individual, departmental or organisationalperformance problems can be corrected simply by training. Theobstacle may not be the lack of skills or knowledge, it could bean unnoticed bottleneck in corporate communications,ineffective management behaviours, ineffective processes, anenvironment that inhibits motivation, or any one of many otherdiverse but interrelated factors. BBSI can assist organisations toassess the magnitude and likely reasons for shortfalls inperformance, and recommend strategies for improvement thatmight involve innovative, creative and less costly solutions thanmerely to increase the training budget.

Human Performance Analysis. BBSI will examine a client'sorganisational structure, management systems and processes,environmental elements, and people motivators and behavioursto determine which aspects are enhancing staff performanceand which require change.

Competency & Skills Management. An organisation's corecompetencies form the foundation for its strengths. Identifyingthe key abilities of working teams, the relevant job families andestablishing important competencies will assist staff indeveloping individual expertise and skills. BBSI will assistclients to determine, manage and develop core and specificcompetencies and skills at all levels to improve overallperformance in key areas.

Training & Performance Support. BBSI will assess the need forcustom-designed learningenvironments and creativetraining solutions to provide clients with theoverall performance results they require.Improvements developexponentially over time, with dramatic results being achieved by involving the client in the design process.

Performance Measurement. Once BBSI has assisted clients toestablish effective training and performance systems, ongoingperformance measurement by our specialist trainers andconsultants ensures that an organisation is achieving theperformance improvements it expects and provides clients withthe information necessary to fine-tune the ongoing process ofdevelopment.

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General EnglishOur summer courses in General English are modular in formatso that students can join a course at any time during thesummer months, July-September, and study for periods thatsuit their personal circumstances. We offer a choice of 4 studyprogrammes at different language levels that vary in intensity to fit particular needs:

GE 20. Twenty lessons weekly: Elementary-Advanced Level.GE 24. Twenty-four lessons weekly: Elementary-Advanced Level.GE 30. Thirty lessons weekly: Intermediate Level and above.GE 40. Forty lessons weekly: Intermediate Level and above.

Courses can be studied for periods of between one and 12 weeks.

Award. BBSI Certificate in General English


Students will develop competent English communication skills,whilst those who attend the GE 30 or GE 40 courses for the full12-week period, can prepare for one of a range of different†University of Cambridge ESOL qualifications. Alternatively, GE 30 and GE 40 participants can opt to join our ongoingweekly +English Language Workshop (ELW) at a languagelevel to suit their needs. Courses are conducted around a busy summer social and activity programme.





10 lessons weekly in grammar & functions 2 lessons weekly in vocabulary development 4 lessons weekly in reading & writing skills 4 lessons weekly in speaking, listening & pronunciation skills4 lessons weekly (GE 24 only) additional speaking, reading & listening skills

10 lessons weekly (GE 30 & GE 40 only) selected from one of the following:* preparation for University of Cambridge FCE* preparation for University of Cambridge CAE* preparation for University of Cambridge BEC* +English Language Workshop

10 lessons weekly (GE 40 only) discussion, conversation & current affairs

Academic English & IELTSExamination Preparation

Our summer courses in Academic English & IELTS ExaminationPreparation are modular in format, so that students can join thecourses at any time during the period Jul-Sep 09 and study forperiods that suit their personal circumstances. The courses aresuitable for those who have an Intermediate level in English orabove, who require an internationally-recognised English languagequalification to prove their academic communication skills touniversities, colleges of further education or future employers.

There are 2 study options: the AEI 30 (30 lessons weekly) and themore intensive AEI 40 (40 lessons weekly). The courses are offered at different language levels and can be studied for periods ofbetween 4 and 12 weeks. The course syllabi include extensive �IELTS Examination Preparation and

‡Academic Study Skills.

The course is conducted around a busy summer social and activity programme.

Course Designations

AEI 30AEI 40

Award. BBSI Certificate in Academic English & IELTS ExaminationPreparation

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10 lessons weekly in grammar & functions 2 lessons weekly in vocabulary development 4 lessons weekly in reading & writing skills4 lessons weekly in speaking, listening & pronunciation skills




IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, measures ability to communicateand study in English in all 4 language skills – listening, reading, writing and speaking – for those whointend to study or work where English is the language of communication. IELTS is the preferred

assessment method for universities in English-speaking countries. Examinations take placemonthly and a place can be secured at the time of booking with BBSI. Candidates must

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The English Language Workshop is designed to provide language support for thosestudents who do not intend to prepare for a specific examination. The Workshop includesextensive skills practice in English, which is useful for those who need to improve their

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The course can be studied for periods of between 4 and 12 weeks,and is carefully designed to enable international students at anIntermediate level of English or above to gain a useful grounding inbusiness English and professional communication skills. This 30-lesson weekly study programme is one of BBSI's most enduringbusiness English courses. It represents a challenging step up fromgeneral English and is recognised as being demanding in respect ofthe amount of output required by students, who need to collaboratein teams, produce work of a professional standard, conduct researchand demonstrate new communication skills to others.


Students will develop competent English-languagecommunication skills and can prepare for one of a range ofdifferent †University of Cambridge ESOL qualifications.Alternatively, participants can opt to join our ongoing weekly+English Language Workshop (ELW) at a language level tosuit their needs. The course is conducted around a busysummer social and activity programme.

Course Duration

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20 lessons weekly in Communication & Business Skills 10 lessons weekly in English Language (selected from one of the following options):


Course Objectives

* develop English-language skills in a business & professional context* provide a foundation in business knowledge* develop practical skills relevant to the modern working environment* build confidence & develop effective business skills* provide participants with the opportunity to obtain one of a range of English

& business English qualifications

Course Content

English Language Elements. English is taught in context tosupport the study of business skills and their related topics.

Skills Components

* oral communication * presentation/PowerPoint TM

* business correspondence * telephoning* negotiating * reporting* meetings * debating

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* finance & banking facilities * customer services* International trade, law & Incoterms * branding* market research & advertising * travel* organisation structure * quality* recruitment * cultural awareness* business ethics * leadership* innovation





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Our summer courses in International Business English can bestudied for periods of between one and 12 weeks. There are 2study options: a 20-lesson weekly programme, the IBE 20; and a30-lesson weekly programme, the IBE 30. Both courses aresuitable for international business professionals at anIntermediate level in English or above, with limited time availablefor study, who are seeking to gain a useful grounding inbusiness English and professional communication skills. The IBE 30 programme is aimed at those seeking a more intensiveweekly study schedule and enables participants to studyadditional .

Both IBE courses are work orientated and topic-based, and offera combination of English language and current businessconcepts, and place the emphasis on extending students’ abilityto communicate across a broad range of business subjects,while honing their general business skills. The focus is onensuring that course participants acquire fluency and confidencethrough skills practice related to their needs. The course isconducted around a busy summer social and activity programme.



Course Designations

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Award. BBSI Certificate in International Business English

Course Structure

20 lessons weekly in International Business English 10 lessons weekly in (IBE 30 only)

Course Topics (IBE 20 and IBE 30)

* management training * recruitment* finance & banking* international sales & trade* marketing

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Business Skills Components (IBE 30 only)The for the IBE 30 course aredetailed in the table below. These components are aimed atdeveloping more effective communication skills for a broadrange of business environments. Moreover, the teachingmaterials are largely authentic, are based on real-life casestudies, and are designed to build confidence through activitiessuch as discussions, role-plays and simulations.

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Writing

* e-mail * letters & memos* effective reports * action minutes* advertising & promotion

Presentations

* effective openings * structure & delivery* selling products & services * dealing with questions* troubleshooting

Meetings

* planning, organising & setting targets * facilitating meetings* handling conflict & difficulties * achieving consensus* decision making & follow-up * networking

Telephoning

* getting through * taking & leaving messages* making arrangements * checking, clarifying & problem solving

Negotiating

* research & information exchange * setting & achieving targets* bidding & bargaining * win-win & closing

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Management

The BBSI summer course in Management comprises a studyprogramme of 20 lessons weekly. The course is designed for thosewith an English language level of Intermediate (IELTS 5.0) or above,who require to improve their English in the context of managementand its related concepts. The course is modular in form and is idealfor those who need to function in English in an internationalenvironment, and who have a work or study-related background inmanagement, supervision, or administration.

Training focuses on the development of management and supervisoryskills and knowledge, and is designed to enable students to developappropriate business vocabulary and communication skills. The coursecombines current management and supervisory issues and includestargeted case studies.

Course Designation. MAN


Award. BBSI Certificate in Management

Management Components

• managing information & communicating for results• customer focus, planning & change• strategic planning• knowledge management• management of change• organisational culture• introduction to quality management• TQM• customer-service management• using & controlling resources• international & current affairs• health & safety

Management & Business SkillsThe BBSI summer course Management & Business Skillscomprises a study programme of 30 lessons weekly. The courseis designed for those with an English language level ofIntermediate (IELTS 5.0) or above, who require to improve theirEnglish and business skills in the context of good managementpractice and its related concepts. The course is modular in formand is ideal, in both structure and content, for those who needto function in English in an international environment, and whohave a work or study-related background in management,supervision, administration, business, or commerce.

Training focuses on the development of management,supervisory and business skills, and is designed to enablestudents to develop appropriate business vocabulary, as well asprofessional skills and professional communication skills. Thecourse combines current management, supervisory andbusiness topics with targeted case studies.

Course Designation. MBS


Award. BBSI Certificate in Management & Business Skills

Management Components

• managing information & communicating for results• customer focus, planning & change• strategic planning• knowledge management• management of change• organisational culture• introduction to quality management• TQM• customer-service management• using & controlling resources• international & current affairs• health & safety

Business Skills Components

The for the above course aredetailed in the table opposite. These components are aimed atdeveloping more effective communication skills for a broadrange of business environments. Moreover, the teachingmaterials are largely authentic, are based on real-life casestudies, and are designed to build confidence through activitiessuch as discussions, role-plays and simulations.

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MarketingThe BBSI summer course in Marketing comprises a study programmeof 20 lessons weekly. The course is designed for those with an Englishlanguage level of Intermediate (IELTS 5.0) or above, who require toimprove their English in the context of marketing and its relatedconcepts. The course is modular in form and is ideal for those whoneed to function in English in an international environment, and whohave a work or study-related background in marketing, advertising,public relations or business.

Training focuses on the development of marketing knowledge andmarketing skills, and is designed to enable students to developappropriate business vocabulary and communication skills related tomarketing. The course combines current marketing issues andincludes targeted case studies.

Course Designation. MKT


Award. BBSI Certificate in Marketing

Marketing Components

• customer needs & the marketing process• segmentation & behaviour• global marketing management• pricing strategies• product engineering• market research• distribution systems• advertising• public relations• direct marketing• global marketing management• e-Commerce (b2b networks)• relationship marketing• strategy & analysis

Marketing & Business SkillsThe BBSI summer course Marketing & Business Skillscomprises a study programme of 30 lessons weekly. The courseis designed for those with an English language level ofIntermediate (IELTS 5.0) or above, who require to improve theirEnglish skills in the context of marketing, advertising or publicrelations, and their related concepts. The course is modular inform and is ideal, in both structure and content, for those whoneed to function in English in an international environment, andwho have a work or study-related background in marketing,advertising, public relations or business.

Training focuses on the development of marketing knowledgeand marketing skills, and is designed to enable students todevelop appropriate business vocabulary and those professionalskills and professional communication skills related tomarketing. The course combines current marketing issues withtargeted case studies.

Course Designation. MKS


Award. BBSI Certificate in Marketing & Business Skills

Marketing Components

• customer needs & the marketing process• segmentation & behaviour• global marketing management• pricing strategies• product engineering• market research• distribution systems• advertising• public relations• direct marketing• global marketing management• e-Commerce (b2b networks)• relationship marketing• strategy & analysis

Business Skills ComponentsThe for the above course aredetailed in the table. These components are aimed atdeveloping more effective communication skills for a broadrange of business environments. Moreover, the teachingmaterials are largely authentic, are based on real-life casestudies, and are designed to build confidence through activitiessuch as discussions, role-plays and simulations.


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The BBSI summer course in Finance comprises a studyprogramme of 20 lessons weekly. The course is designed forthose with an English language level of Intermediate (IELTS 5.0)or above, who require to improve their English in the context offinance and financial services and their related concepts.

Training focuses on the development of basic skills andknowledge related to finance, and is designed to enablestudents to develop appropriate business vocabulary andcommunication skills. The course combines current financeissues and includes targeted case studies.

The course includes preparation and practice for the †Universityof Cambridge ESOL International Certificate in FinancialEnglish (ICFE). BBSI is an accredited ICFE Examination Centre.

Course Designation. FIN


Award. BBSI Certificate in Finance

Optional Examination

University of Cambridge ICFE(Examination dates are at Page 46)

Finance Components

• financial statements, ie balance sheets, cash flow & profit & loss accounts

• financial ratios, analysis & comparative international accounts

• sources & types of business finance• stock exchanges & financial markets• investment-portfolio management• financial planning• corporate banking• financial services for individuals & businesses• assets, liability & capital-performance assessment• classification of costs

Finance & Business Skills

The BBSI summer course Finance & Business Skills comprises astudy programme of 30 lessons weekly. The course is designedfor those with an English language level of Intermediate (IELTS5.0) or above, who require to improve their English andbusiness skills in the context of finance and financial servicesand their related concepts.

Training focuses on the development of finance and businessskills, and is designed to enable students to develop appropriatefinance and business vocabulary, as well as professional skillsand professional communication skills. The course combinescurrent finance and business issues with targeted case studies.

The course includes preparation and practice for the †Universityof Cambridge ESOL International Certificate in FinancialEnglish (ICFE). BBSI is an accredited ICFE Examination Centre.

Course Designation. FBS


Award. BBSI Certificate in Finance & Business Skills


University of Cambridge ICFE(Examination dates are at Page 46)

Finance Components

• financial statements, ie balance sheets, cash flow & profit & loss accounts

• financial ratios, analysis & comparative international accounts

• sources & types of business finance• stock exchanges & financial markets• investment-portfolio management• financial planning• corporate banking• financial services for individuals & businesses• assets, liability & capital-performance assessment• classification of costs

Business Skills ComponentsThe for the above course aredetailed in the table opposite. These components are aimed at developing more effective communication skills for a broad range of business environments. Moreover, the teaching materials are largely authentic, are based on real-life case studies, and are designed to build confidence through activities such as discussions,

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The ICFE examination is prepared in conjunction with the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) to meetthe demand in helping students of finance and finance professionals to demonstrate that they have the financial English skillsneeded to communicate and converse with other accounting and finance professionals within the international businesscommunity. With the development of globally-recognised International Accounting Standards (IAS) and greater globalisationwithin the world of finance, successful candidates will have the opportunity to prove their linguistic ability, and to pursueinternational career opportunities. Preparation for the ICFE is included automatically within these BBSI study programmes.





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Hospitality & TourismThe BBSI summer course in Hospitality & Tourism comprises astudy programme of 20 lessons weekly. The course is designedfor those with an English language level of Intermediate (IELTS5.0) or above, who require to improve their English in thecontext of hospitality management and tourism and their relatedconcepts. The course is modular in form and is ideal for thosewho need to function in English in an international environmentand who have a work or study-related background in hospitalitymanagement, hotel management, tourism, or related fields.

Training focuses on the development of hospitality managementand tourism skills and knowledge, and is designed to enablestudents to develop appropriate business vocabulary andcommunication skills. The course combines current hospitalityand tourism issues and includes targeted case studies.

Course Designation. HSP


Award. BBSI Certificate in Hospitality & Tourism

Hospitality & Tourism Components

• structure of the hospitality industry• accommodation services• hotel grading systems• tourist motivation & behaviour• customer services• hotel front office• environmental tourism• careers & destination management• the travel industry

Hospitality, Tourism & Business SkillsThe BBSI summer course Hospitality, Tourism & Business Skillscomprises a study programme of 30 lessons weekly. The courseis designed for those with an English language level ofIntermediate (IELTS 5.0) or above, who require to improve theirEnglish and business skills in the context of hospitalitymanagement and tourism, and their related concepts. Thecourse is modular in form and is ideal, in both structure andcontent, for those who need to function in English in aninternational environment, and who have a work or study-related background in hospitality management, hotelmanagement, or tourism.

Training focuses on the development of current hospitalitymanagement and tourism issues, and is designed to enablestudents to develop appropriate business vocabulary, as well asprofessional skills and professional communication skills. Thecourse combines study in hospitality management and tourismwith targeted case studies.

Course Designation. HBS


Award. BBSI Certificate in Hospitality, Tourism & Business Skills

Hospitality & Tourism Components

• structure of the hospitality industry• accommodation services• hotel grading systems• tourist motivation & behaviour• customer services• hotel front office• environmental tourism• careers & destination management• the travel industry

Business Skills ComponentsThe for the above course aredetailed in the table. These components are aimed atdeveloping more effective communication skills for a broadrange of business environments. Moreover, the teachingmaterials are largely authentic, are based on real-life casestudies, and are designed to build confidence through activitiessuch as discussions, role-plays and simulations.

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International LawThe BBSI summer course in International Law comprises a studyprogramme of 20 lessons weekly. The course is designed forthose with an English language level of Upper-Intermediate(IELTS 5.5) or above, who require to improve their English in thecontext of international law and its related concepts.

Training focuses on the development of legal concepts and legalknowledge, and is designed to enable students to developappropriate legal vocabulary and terminology, as well as thosebasic communication skills required within the legal profession.The course combines current legal practice and legal issues and includes targeted case studies.

The course includes preparation and practice for the †Universityof Cambridge ESOL International Legal English Certificate(ILEC). BBSI is an accredited ILEC Examination Centre.

Course Designation. LAW


Award. BBSI Certificate in International Law


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Law Components

• English legal system• commercial law• contract law• company law• consumer protection• human rights• damages & liability• current affairs & the law• criminal law• international law• international trade

International Law & Business SkillsThe BBSI summer course International Law & Business Skillscomprises a study programme of 30 lessons weekly. The courseis designed for those with an English language level of Upper-Intermediate (IELTS 5.5) or above, who require to improve theirlegal English and business skills in the context of knowledge ofinternational law and its related concepts.

The course is designed to enable students to developappropriate legal and business vocabulary, as well asprofessional skills and professional communication skills. Thecourse focuses on knowledge of law and current legal issues,and includes targeted case studies.

The course includes preparation and practice for the †Universityof Cambridge ESOL International Legal English Certificate(ILEC). BBSI is an accredited ILEC Examination Centre.

Course Designation. LBS


Award. BBSI Certificate in International Law & Business Skills


University of Cambridge ILEC(Examination dates are at Page 47)

Law Components

• English legal system• commercial law• contract law• company law• consumer protection• human rights• damages & liability• current affairs & the law• criminal law• international law• international trade

Business Skills ComponentsThe for the above course aredetailed in the table opposite. These components are aimed atdeveloping more effective communication skills for a broadrange of business environments. Moreover, the teachingmaterials are largely authentic, are based on real-life casestudies, and are designed to build confidence through activitiessuch as discussions, role-plays and simulations.

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ILEC (International Legal English Certificate)The ILEC is a University of Cambridge ESOL examination produced

and assessed by Cambridge ESOL Examinations in collaboration with TransLegal,Europe’s leading firm of lawyer-linguists. BBSI is an accredited ILEC Examination

Centre. English is an essential tool for any lawyer working with international matters, andemployers need to know that the legal staff they appoint have a sufficient level of English to beable to communicate with clients and professionals in other countries. At the same time, lawstudents and newly-qualified lawyers need to be able to show employers that they havethe required language skills. The ILEC examination allows candidates to demonstrate

their skills, and therefore to increase their employability. It is based on realistictexts, tasks and topics of the kind legal practitioners might meet in theirdaily working lives. Preparation for the ILEC is included automatically





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