Association of Business Executives

International Business-Management Diploma Full-Time/Day Programmes at B&B University College Ltd

Why an ABE Diploma?

More affordabletuition fee includes cost of books International recognition and marketability Accredited locally and internationally Can be completed in shorter time (within 11 months) Accepted for university entry, and provides exemptions from degree courses at over 60 universities Flexibleyou choose how many courses you want to do and when you do them

Information Brochure

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and post-secondary management qualifications at the Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma level for over 30 years. The ABE has received 'Awarding Body' and Accredited status from the Office of Qualifications (OFQUAL), the national regulators of exams and qualifications in England and the UK. These awards signify a mark of satisfaction with the content and skill factors built into the qualifications. B&B is an Accredited College providing tuition support for the ABE diplomas. Information in this brochure may be superseded by the official pronouncements of the ABE as detailed on their website www.abeuk.com.

Overview
This prospectus provides an introduction to the International BusinessManagement Diploma Daytime Programmes of the Association of Business Executives (ABE) at B&B University College Ltd (B&B). Based in England, the ABE is an International Examining Body that has been providing business

Introduction to the Association of Business Executives

The ABE is a UK- based professional organization formed in 1973 by a group of industrialists, educationalists and politicians as a non-profit educational institution. It offers internationally certified post-secondary business qualifications at the certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma level in Business Management, Marketing, Management Information Systems, Human Resource Management, Financial Management and Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management. These provide entry to universities around the world, including all universities in Jamaica. The academic affairs of the ABE are regulated by the Education Committee, which is comprised of distinguished academics and professionals with significant experience. Further information on the composition and structure of the ABE can be found on their website www.abeuk.com.

Contents:
About the ABE UCJ Accreditation Why ABE? Entry Requirements Diplomas Available Student Support Fees

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About B&B University College

introduction of professional-level courses to Jamaica, and has developed a track-record which encourages the continued success, growth and development of all who pass through its doors. B&B is registered as an approved tertiary education provider by The University Council of Jamaica, and is a member of The Joint Committee for Tertiary Education. B&B has been evaluated and met the standards of several institutions, including:
The University of the

West Indies;
The Association of Busi-

Located near New Kingston in the heart of Jamaicas commercial centre, B&B University College is a private, tertiary-level institution offering a range of training courses and seminars in management disciplines. In its 26 years of existence, B&B has carved a niche as a pioneer in the

ness Executives
Heriot-Watt University The Society for Human

Resources Management Programmes mainly take the form of review sessions preparing candidates for qualifications offered by other institutions.

About the ABE Business-Management Diploma Programmes

The ABE BusinessManagement Diplomas are a suite of introductory and intermediate qualifications in business topics. There are two diploma levels available as follows:
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Introductory

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Diploma Level IV: Students must have two CXC subjects (in any area) to enter this programme. It comprises four courses and lasts for 8 months (September to May). On completion, persons qualify to enter Stage I of the HeriotWatt University de-

gree programme at B&B. Level IV covers the same material as the CXC Maths and English syllabus. The classes can then be used as a refresher course by persons who want to re-sit their CXCs to get a higher grade.
Intermediate

gramme. It comprises 8 courses and lasts for 11 months (July to May). On completion persons would be exempted from 5 of the 12 courses in the HWU degree. The Level V is accredited by the UCJ, so persons would also qualify to enter into UWI or UTech. The streams available in the ABE Diploma are
Business Management Financial Management Management of Infor-

Diploma Level V: Students would need to have 2 CAPE subjects (and CXC Maths and English) or ABE diploma Level IV to enter this pro-

mation Systems

ABE Diploma Programmes Accredited by UCJ!

After a rigorous assessment of their syllabus content and course structure, the ABE Diplomas in Business Administration and Tourism and Hospitality Management have received accreditation from the University Council of Jamaica. This means that holders of these qualifications are now officially recognized as having met the relevant standards of excellence in these areas. They also will receive a total of 60 transferable credits that will allow them to gain entry into undergraduate degree courses locally and internationally. This accreditation by the UCJ complements the earlier recognition of the ABE DBA by the UWI as being acceptable for entry into their Management Studies degree programme. It also is another feather in the cap of the ABE, as their qualifications have been assessed and passed the quality standards of several accrediting bodies worldwide. Holders of the ABE Diploma Level V receive exemptions from selected degree courses at over 60 universities worldwide, including the Heriot-Watt University Management Degree Programme available at B&B. Persons will be exempted from five of the twelve modules in the HWU degree, meaning that they can complete the HWU BA in as little as three years after leaving 5th Form. This expands the opportunities for persons in Fifth Form. Instead of following the traditional route of doing For those who cannot start Diploma Level V, they can finish Level IV in one year, use that to enter into Stage I of the HWU programme and finish the latter in another three years. They can then get an internationally ac-

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CAPE/ALevel subjects for two years then spending a further three-four years in university, fifth-formers can now complete an ABE Diploma Level V in one year, enter into the second stage of the HWU degree programme and finish up with two globally recognized qualifications, all within three years!

claimed and marketable degree within four years of leaving high school! The exposure to relevant management concepts and the international recognition and marketability of the qualification will enhance their resumes significantly over their peers. In other words they will have a headstart on the road to success!

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Why Choose an ABE Diploma Programme?

ABE programmes have many advantages. Here are some of the key ones: University progression in less time The ABE Level IV is a shorter route to an internationally recognised degree. It can be started with just two CXC subjects and can be completed within 8 months, and gives entry into the HWU degree programme. While Level V has higher entry requirements and takes a longer time to complete, it also offers entry and exemptions from degree courses around the world. This then means that you will save in time and money in your quest to start a degree programme. These features means that the ABE is one of the quickest routes to that needed degree... Affordability You can obtain two global qualifications (giving you international mobility) for less than most comparable courses. The exemptions awarded by selected universities also reduces the time and cost of completing a degree. The ABE programme costs up to 30% less than comparable coursesin this case, an Associate Degree. In addition, with the FastTrack arrangement, persons no longer have to wait between 4-7 years and spend up to $1.1m after completing their CXCs to get an accredited Bachelors degree. Instead, by utilizing both the subject-exemptions granted under the fast-track programme and the allinclusive books included fees, it can take you as little as 3 years and less than $600,00 to obtain 2 internationally accredited qualifications after CXCs... Global recognition and worldwide accreditation ABE qualifications are recognised by colleges, universities, employers and ministries around the world. The recognition by the official regulatory body in the UK (Office of Qualifications Ofqual) means that the ABE qualifications have global mobility and are transferable worldwide, which is more than can be said about some

or Singapore and your qualification is instantly recognisable... Convenience and Flexibility Schedule your course around your life - not the other way around. Register only for as many or as little courses that you can handle at any one time as your budget and/or time-demands dictate... QualityMore comprehensive content set at a higher standard The British education system has the highest standards in the world. Courses from the UK are respected for their comprehensiveness and quality. Completing an ABE Diploma will thus allow you an edge over your peers as you will explore topics in more depth and have a better knowledge of the key concepts needed for success in your chosen field... Value-for-money Doing the Level IV offers you the chance to get two for the price of one. It covers the same material as the CXC Maths and English syllabus, and can then be used as a refresher course by persons who want to resit their CXCs to get a higher grade.

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comparable courses. Currently, the ABE has over 50,000 students studying at centres in more than 80 countries around the world. As such, you may go to Trinidad, Hong Kong, Malaysia

ABE Student Profiles

Okwah Onome Sesema PR - Nigeria I am an Account Manager for Sesame PR, studying the Diploma in Business Management. I chose to study the Diploma in Business Management because ABE offers me the allround knowledge needed to excel as a world class business manager. ABE has

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practically taught me to work hard because it takes an uncommon interest to pass eight courses with one month of self study. The ABE course has equipped me with an unu-

sual all-round business management ability and useful business skills. It has taught me how to manage people and how to bring out the best in my subordinates by motivating them appropriately!

About HWU and the HWU Degree Options

of HWU's academic standards and systems. To summarise, HWU passed all tests and received the highest rating from the QAA). Heriot-Watt University is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the UK, with its origin dating back to 1821. HWU is recognized internationally for the quality of its science and technology programmes. As a registered university, its quality standards are inspected periodically by Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, the national body charged with regulating the academic standards and quality of higher education in the UK . You can visit http:// www.qaa.ac.uk/reviews/ reports/institutional/ HeriotWatt06/ contents.asp to see the latest review by the latest report on the QAAs assessment Heriot-Watt has around 7,000 on-campus students in Scotland, more than a quarter of whom are from outside the UK. This international focus creates a very cosmopolitan environment - approximately 10,000 students from 150 countries world-wide are currently studying on international programmes. HWU Degree Options Available at B&B B&B is registered as an Approved Learning Partner of HWU and offers several HWU degree options. These include the BA in Management and Psychology, Accountancy & Finance, Business Administration, and Business & Finance Each degree option comprises twelve modules structured in three stages. Each module lasts for five months. Students may choose any combination of modules, providing that the prerequisites for that particular module are met. As such, it is possible to do as little as one and as much as six modules in any one year. ABE Diploma Level IV holders qualify to enter into Stage I of the HWU degree, meaning that they would take three years to complete. Level V holders are exempt from five modules, meaning that they can complete the extra 7 modules needed for the HWU degree in less than two years.

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Entrance Routes and Requirements

ABE Diploma Level IV The basic entry requirement for Level IV is two OLevel/ CXC subjects at Grade III or above. Persons who do not have CXC subjects but who are over the age of 25 and have relevant work experience can be considered for admittance in the programme through the Mature Student Entry Route. On application, persons will be required to provide a letter from their manager as proof of experience. This entry option ensures that persons can put their years of work experience to use. ABE Diploma Level V The entrance requirement for Level V is two CAPE units or 5 CXC passes and two years work experience. Persons should also have Maths and English at the CXC level. As with Level IV, persons with at least five years of work experience but without formal qualifications may start the Level V programme through the Mature Student Entry Route. HWU Degree Programmes The basic entry requirement for the HWU degrees are the ABE Level IV Diploma or two CAPE/ A-level subjects at grades D or above. Persons who possess a recognised Diploma, Associate Degree or professional qualification from a recognised institution can receive exemptions from courses in the HWU. The number of exemptions depends on the type of qualifications you possess. For example, the ABE Level V Diploma will exempt persons from 5 of the 12 modules. Mature applicants who do not have the minimum qualifications but with have appropriate work experience or other non-standard qualifications may also be accepted on merit. These persons would not receive any exemptions. All applicants to HWU must submit a reference on their suitability for the degree.

ABE/HWU Fast-Track to a Degree Programme:

Obtain an internationally accredited and globally recognised quality first degree in up to 60% less time and up to 50% cheaper than comparable routes!
After leaving high-school persons may move directly into the ABE Diploma, then on to a HWU degree. This means that the time-span to get degree may be ss little as 3 years for persons with 2 CAPE units or four years for persons with 2 CXCs. This compares to the traditional route in Jamaica of CXCtoCAPEto UTech/UWI, which can take up 6 years to complete a degree Diploma Level V 12 Months Diploma Level IV 8 Months

HWU Management Degree: Eighteen Months for Level V holders Three Years for Level IV holders

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First Year

Second Year

Third Year

Fourth Year

ABE Student Profiles

Jada Campbell-Hamlet Trinidad and Tobago

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to students who are looking for an excellent business qualification. It is not an easy programme and you have to study smart and hard, but the rewards are there when you finish. I would continue to recommend ABE to anybody who desires an enviable career as a world class business manager.

I had been working as a bank

teller, deciding how to move my career forward. I met with an ABE representative who told me about the Business Administration programme. I found that the course content and progression routes to a degree programme fitted with what I wanted to do. The idea of having an international qualification was very attractive to me. The support I got from ABE was tremendous. The past papers, manuals, publications with examiners' comments and the study tips were instrumental. The flexibility of the classes also made my studies more manageable, as I have a small child to look after. After I finished my ABE I got several exemptions onto the BA Business and Finance from Heriot-Watt University. My ABE qualification has definitely helped my personal and career development. I have even lectured ABE courses . At work I have now moved on to the management trainee programme. I would like to succeed on this management role before one day becoming a consultant in entrepreneurship.

Chien Chien Chong Methodist Pilley Institute - Malaysia

I decided to go down the ABE route because I felt that it gave me the chance to sharpen my knowledge and business skills. I particularly enjoy the flexibility of the course and the fact that it's a costeffective way to gain knowledge. Throughout the course I received a good level of support from ABE. My lecturers and peers also helped me a lot through discussion and group work. I recently completed my BA (Hons) in Business Administration through the University of Hertfordshire and am working while waiting for my result. When I get my result I plan to pursue my MBA at Southern Cross University, Australia. I feel that my ABE qualification has helped me because I can apply the skills and knowledge that I learned from the course to my research in the final year of my degree. I would recommend ABE

Morrison Wayaya Manrick Holdings Ltd - Kenya

I am Head of Accounts and Administration at Manrick Holdings Ltd in Kenya. I chose to study with ABE because I was advised of its importance and acceptability worldwide. The ABE qualification has provided me with skills galore in both accounts and administration and enhanced my capability of handling day to day issues that arise in and out of the office, and an appreciation of the theoretical issues currently involved in the study of business and a range of practical skills. These will
enhance my value to potential employers

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Structure of ABE Programmes at B&B University College

The ABE Diploma Programme is a supported distance learning programme. Two diploma levels are offeredLevel IV (Introductory) and Level V (Advanced). In each of these levels, three streams are available: Business Management, Financial Management and Management Information Systems. The Level IV diplomas cover 4 subjects, while the Level V diploma covers 8 subjects. Each subject represents approximately 100 hours of student study (comprising tutorial sessions and private independent study). All subjects in the programme at B&B are compulsory. However, students have the option of determining the number of subjects that they register for each semester (for Level IV, semesters run from September to May, while for Level V the semester runs from January to June and July to December each year). It is then possible to do as little as one and as much as four (the maximum allowable) subjects in any semester. The programme can then be completed in as little as eighteen months. An overview of the courses on offer is presented below:

Introductory Diploma Level IV

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The Level IV Diploma is an introductory programme in business that was developed by the ABE specifically to give exposure to core business topics. There are three streams available: Management Information Systems, Business Management and Financial Management The course spans 8 months and covers four subjects. Three of these (Business, Communication and Quantitative Methods) are common to all streams. There is no requirement to do all subjects at the same time. The time taken to complete the qualification would then be dependent on the number of subjects you choose to select in each year that the programme is offered.

Diploma Streams and Subsidiary Subjects

MIS Stream Introduction to Management Info System

Business Mngmnt Stream Introduction to Accounting

Fin Mangmnt Stream Accounting for Financial Managers

Introduction to Quantitative Methods

Introduction to Quantitative Methods

Introduction to Quantitative Methods

Introduction to Business Communication

Introduction to Business Communication

Introduction to Business Communication

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Introduction to Business

Introduction to Business

Introduction to Business

Intermediate Diploma Level V

The Diploma Level V is an intermediate programme that is at the same level as the US-style Associate Degree. Students cover eight subjects in two semesters, with six of them being common to all streams. While the subjects in each stream must be completed, there is no requirement as to the timing of the attempts persons do not have to do all subjects at the same time. The time taken to complete the qualification would then be dependent on the number of subjects you choose to select in each semester. Further details are shown below:

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Level V Streams and Subsidiary Subjects

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Business Mngment Stream Economics for Business Managing Customers Organisatnl Behaviour Human Resource Mng Marketing Policy Business Environment Financial Accounting Quantitative Methods

Financial Mngmnt Stream Financial Control Management Accounting Organisatnl Behaviour Human Resource Mng Marketing Policy Business Environment Financial Accounting Quantitative Methods

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Students who complete Level V are exempted from 5 modules in the Heriot-Watt University management degrees available at B&B. The programme is accredited by the University Council of Jamaica, meaning that persons would also qualify to enter into UWI or UTech. As an internationally recognized qualification comparable to an Associate Degree, the Level V Diploma can be used to obtain a supervisory or junior management position in a variety of firms.

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Student Support: Course Materials

Specially designed interactive and text based course materials have been developed. The textbook course materials provide information on:
Expected learning out-

comes;
Subjects to be studied;

and
Self-test questions, prac-

tice and tutorial questions with solutions.

The course texts contain all of the required content together with selfassessment exercises. The course texts have been designed to provide a progressive learning experience through sequential modules which build upon the information and knowledge learnt in previous modules of the course. The materials assume a zero-base knowledge of the subject.

There is no formal requirement for additional reading; however, some of the courses do contain a reading list, which may be useful to students wishing to deepen their understanding of the subject. The course texts form the core resource for students and the teaching programme should be built around the course content as provided in the texts.

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Student Support: Guided Tuition

Classroom tuition is also available through B&B, an approved Accredited College of ABE. Whilst students on the ABE programme are registered members of the ABE, they are also registered with an ALP which provides local context and tutorial support. These academic centres and their tutors are approved by ABE to provide tuition in the various qualifications.

Student Support: ABE Website and Member Benefits

Students have access to the ABE website providing online learning resources developed by ABE. These include past examination papers and solutions, exam tips, student guides, discussion forums, interactive questions and email exchanges. Students will also obtain:

A free quarterly enewsletter containing business related articles, updates, news and the opportunity to feedback to ABE A free quarterly copy of Student Focus magazine with access to study tips, articles and news

complementary copy of Business Executive magazine Soft copies of the reading material The ability to network with each other online at the official ABE facebook page

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Fees
As at February 1 2012, the cost per subject for the ABE Diploma Level IV is $25,000. The cost for Level V is $30,000.00 per subject. The ABE charges a one-time registration fee of 50.00 for new entrants, annual membership fee of 25.00 and exam fee per subject of 25.00. Fees are subject to change and covers:
Attendance at tuition clas-

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provided by B&B/ABE The fee to B&B is payable in three instalments. For Level IV each course runs from September to May and persons would pay $10,000.00 by September 1, $10,000 by January 1 and $5,000 by April 1. For Level V, courses run from January to June and July to December each year. Persons would pay $12,500 by January 1/ July 1; $10,500 by March 1/ September 1 and $7,500 by May 1/November 1. ABE exam fees are payable three months after the start of the programme. Students should note that they will not receive the course material or be entered as examination candidates if they fail to pay the required fees by the stipulated deadlines. B&B has a tuition assistance scheme wherein persons receive a discount on fees once they satisfy certain requirements.

ses and class material

Course material, access to

the ABE website and other student services

Timetable of Important Dates

January
Jan 1: Installment of fees for Level IV and V due Second week in January: Classes begin for new term

February
Feb 25: Deadline for receipt of new ABE exam registrations at B&B

March
March 1: Second installment of fees for Level V due March 25: Deadline for receipt of exam entries at B&B

April
April 1: Final installment of fees for Level IV due

May
May 1: Final installment of fees for Level V due May 30: Deadline for receipt of new programme registrt

June
First full week in June: Examinations

July
July 1: First installment of fees for Level V due Second week in July: Classes begin for new term

August
Aug 15: Deadline for receipt of new ABE registrations at B&B

September
Sep 1: Installment of fees for Level IV and V due Sep 25: Deadline for receipt of exam entries at B&B

October

November
Nov 1: Second installment of fees for Level V due Nov 30: Deadline for receipt of new programme registrt

December
First full week in December: Examinations

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ABE International Diploma Daytime Programme Registration Form

Full Name: Address : Telephone #: Email:
15 Carlton Crescent Kingston 10 920-5198 . 929-7662 info@bbucjm.com www.bbucjm.com

Employer: Diploma Option Sponsored by Self/Company: How did you hear about this course
Conditions of Enrolment The offering of courses will require B&B to enter into commitments for future expenses for the period of the programme aimed at satisfying possible student needs. Registration for such courses followed by attendance at or participation in classes will therefore be taken as an implicit agreement of the student to remain in the programme for the duration of the period so as to enable the Institute to meet these commitments entered into on their behalf, and will be interpreted as the provision of an instruction to the Institution to establish these commitments. Cancellation of Courses The withdrawal of the student from the programme will jeopardize the ability of the Institution to meet these commitments, and in so doing negatively affect its relationship with other students. As such, withdrawal will only be allowed upon the provision to the Programme Coordinator of a satisfactory explanation of the reason for withdrawal, and the acceptance of such. Verifiable cases of financial difficulty, family/personal problems, health issues, work-related difficulties, and poor academic performance will be accepted as valid reasons for withdrawal. Other cases will be subject to deliberation before acceptance. Once the withdrawal is accepted, the withdrawal procedure will then follow the established guidelines of the Awarding Body offering the qualification (if applicable). The student will have the right to present his/her case to the Awarding Body for a binding determination to be made in the event that B&B refuses to accept the reasons for withdrawal. Students are hereby advised that their registration for courses and the subsequent attendance at or participation in classes will give B&B Institute the right to have recourse by any means necessary for expenses suffered, up to the amount of the commitment that was made based on the understanding that they would remain in the course. This right may be waived based on the joint agreement of the Programme Coordinator and Executive Director/Principal of B&B. The right will also be waived if withdrawal is made before tuition begins. Refunds Students who withdraw from a programme before instruction begins will be refunded the full amount of all sums paid to the Institution, with the exception of the applicable registration fee. Refunds for students who withdraw from a programme of study after instruction begins and up to one month after the start of the programme are subject to the joint agreement of the Programme Coordinator and the Executive Director/Principal of B&B Institute. If the refund is granted, a portion of fees paid will be withheld to cover expenses suffered up to the date of withdrawal. The same policy of partial refund upon joint agreement of the validity of the same and acceptance of such will be applicable to students who register for a course but do not attend/participate in classes. Refunds will not be given for requests for withdrawals made more than one month after tuition has begun. Availability of Courses The Institute reserves the right to postpone or cancel any of its advertised courses for reasons such as the unavailability of a lecturer/tutor or a lack of sufficient student numbers. In this event, B&B Institute of Business will refund all fees already paid towards the withdrawn course.

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