APPLICATION & REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

Application Period for our September 2013 Full Time Semester runs from
August 10th August 24th, 2013
1. Applicants are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of TT$500.00
2. Applicants are required to submit an official transcript/certificate. If you are applying
with a COSTAATT or ROYTEC qualification, a completion letter is also required.
3. Any applicant who may use an online transcript for the ABE and BTEC courses, a
completion letter and a copy of your online transcript is required.
4. A copy of your CXC certificate as evidence of satisfying the English Language
requirement (preferably a grade I, II or III) is also required.
5. You are not required to submit references with the application.
6. The completed application form (see attached), transcripts/certificates and GATE
Clearance application form must be submitted. SBCS will then complete an online
application to the University of Sunderland on your behalf.
7. Once we are notified on the status of your application you will be contacted by SBCS via
email.
8. You may then register for modules and classes for the programme.
Please note the following:
Payments will be accepted via Linx, Credit Card or Cheque (this must be made in TT
currency payable to School of Business and Computer Science Ltd), only.
Please be advised SBCS has a NO CASH policy in effect
If you have any questions on the above, please contact us at the Corporate Education
Centre at cec@sbcs.edu.tt or call 663-7227 ext 1072-1081.

BA(Hons) Business Management (Final Year Degree)

BENEFITS
The BA (Hons) in Business Management will provide you with the necessary expertise to
critically evaluate business models and concepts and apply them to real-world situations. Upon
completion of this course you will be able to apply your skills to a wide-range of organisations,
both commercial and not-for-profit.
When you invest your time and money in a degree course you need to be sure of the benefits.
With a BA (Hons) in Business Management the advantages are clear you can:
boost your career prospects
increase your value in the workplace
tackle a new job with confidence
be equipped for success in a rapidly changing business world.
When you study with Sunderland Business School you can:
complete your degree in two years - or take longer if you wish
spread the cost over several years
control the cost of your studies - by paying for modules only when you order them
be confident that the course materials include everything you need to pass your
exams
broaden your understanding with suggestions for further reading
study where you wish.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
BA (Hons) Business Management is designed as a final year top-up programme for those who
already have a relevant higher qualification, such as a HND in a business subject (ABE/IAM
Advanced Diploma in Business Management), to develop their knowledge and understanding of
business to Honours Degree level.
COURSE CONTENT / MODULES
Comprises six modules:
1. Managing Projects SIM 335 - (Assignment)
This module will enable you to understand the processes of project planning, financing and
implementation using a variety of techniques covering:
Effective project definition
Activity and time planning
Cost and quality evaluations
Risk management
Management and leadership of project teams
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This module will introduce a good mix of operational skills and analysis of major strategic
projects from around the world. This is an integrative module drawing down from a range of
business functions and skills typical of the way businesses are increasingly being managed
today.
2. Marketing Strategy MKT 306 - (Assignment)
This module will enable you to appreciate how marketing strategies can contribute to the
success of the business. You will consider the mechanics of marketing strategy i.e. the
models and concepts that are used in developing and implementing valid strategies. In
exploring how marketing strategies are developed you will engage with contemporary
marketing themes and issues such as relationship marketing, branding and e-marketing.
3. Strategic Management of Accounting APC 309 - (Assignment)
Explore aspects of internal resource management while examining the broader financial
context in which companies operate. Budgetary control, working capital management and
investment appraisal will also be investigated. Your emphasis of this module will be on the
analysis and interpretation of financial data to aid management decision-making rather than
technical preparation of data.
4. Strategic Management SIM 336 - (Assignment)
Develop your skills by creating strategic plans and communicating those plans to
stakeholders. You will take an international case-based approach to tracking businesses
through the cycle of growth from start-up to mature market. You will also investigate the link
between core strategic competence and competitiveness and review emergent issues of
corporate governance and change.
5. Strategic Management of Human Resources HRM 325 - (Examination)
This module will consider the redefinition of personnel department's role in achieving
strategic change through benchmarking, auditing and outsourcing. You will also review the
key policy variables that make up a human resources strategy including: performance
management, human resource development, employee relations, strategic recruitment and
retention. This module will provide you with an introduction to important concepts of
organizational development and learning.

6. Contemporary Developments in Business and Management SIM 337- (Examination)

You will explore some of the key issues of enterprise including: innovation, effective
corporate governance and social responsibility. You will then review the effective
management of knowledge and intellectual capital of the organisation. This module also
examines the contribution that small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) make to the
economy in terms of innovation and knowledge creation.
ASSESSMENT
A combination of assignments, case study reviews, planning exercises and examinations.
DURATION OF THE PROGRAMME
BA Honours Degree (final year top-up only: minimum - 12 months as a Full Time student; and a
maximum 18 months as a Part Time student)
ENROLMENT DATES
This programme has three start dates in February and August (Part Time intakes) and September
(Full Time intake).
APPLICATIONS
Completed application form, transcript, evidence of satisfying the English Language requirement
(preferably a Grade I, II or III in CXC English Language A), completed GATE clearance
application, together with the non-refundable application fee of TT$500.00 should be submitted
to:
Corporate Education Centre
School of Business & Computer Science Ltd
53-54 Sagan Drive
Champs Fleurs,
Trinidad
Please note, all applications require 4 - 6 weeks processing time.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Association of Business Executives (ABE) - Advanced Diploma in Business
Administration
Edexcel Higher National Diploma (HND) HRM
COSTAATT Associate Degree -Business Management :
1. Management with Accounting
2. Management Information System
3. Management
4. Marketing
5. Protective Services
6. Human Resource Management

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

Administration

ROYTEC Associate Degree - Business Management

UWI Associate of Science Business Management

CAREER PROSPECTS
General Manager
Administrative Assistant
Marketing Manager
Sales Manager

Business Consultant
Senior Marketing Associate
Supervisor
Executive Assistant
BA (Hons) Business Management
COURSE FEES

Description
Application Fee
Registration Fee (Applicable to New students ONLY)
** Course Fee (per subject)
Distance Learning Fee (per subject)
Administrative Fee (per subject)

Fees
TT$ 500.00
TT$1,000.00
TT$6,400.00
TT$5,400.00
TT$ 650.00

** This Course Fee is GATE Approved

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Description Assessment

Fees

Assessment Fee (per subject-1st attempt)

50.00 (payable to SBCS)

Assessment Fee (per subject-1st re-sit)

50.00 (payable to SBCS)

Assessment Fee (per subject-2nd re-sit)

50.00 (payable to SBCS) and 75.00 (payable to UOS)

Assessment Fee (per subject-3rd re-sit)

50.00 (payable to SBCS) and 75.00 (payable to UOS)

Where all the following conditions exist:

o

Approved extenuating circumstances by the University

Assignment not submitted /absent for

25.00 (payable to SBCS)

examination

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

All financial information provided by SBCS is subject to change.

BA (HONS) BUSINESS MANAGEMENT (TOP UP)

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Use this form to apply for any programme at the University of Sunderland.
The completion of the form is a means of conveying information about
yourself, your potential and your motivation.

Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974

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

Before you start to complete it, read it through.

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

Section 3 Your Education and Training

Note: This is a very important section and it is important that you do not
overlook anything relating to your study background.
Qualifications include O and A Levels, CSE and GCSEs, HNDs, Foundation
Degrees and Degrees. They also include Access courses at Colleges of
Further Education, Open University credits, international qualifications and
any vocational and in-service achievements. If you have any doubt about the
relevance of a qualification, include it.
Include all courses whether passed or failed. If the latter, indicate the elements you did pass (if any).
Admissions tutors have the discretion to waive normal entry requirements if
they are satisfied with your potential and motivation.

Section 10 Equal Opportunities Monitoring Information

The information requested on the form is required for statistical purposes
only. You do not need to complete it if you do not wish to. However, the
development of the equal opportunities policy of the university will be assisted by the availability of relevant data.
A Ethnic Origin
White
10
Black-Caribbean
21
Black-African
22
Black-other
29
Indian
31
Pakistani
32
Bangladeshi
33
Chinese
34
Asian-other
39
Other
80

Section 5 Personal Statement

The nature and variety of your personal interests may give some idea to the
admissions tutor as to your motivation and the suitability of the programme
for you. You may, for example, have considerable personal experience in voluntary work or concentrate your reading in some relevant specialist area. You
will also, presumably, have considered at some length why you wish to do
this programme and how it will be of value to you in terms of personal or
career development. Please include any such information. If you have visited
the university or already spoken to a member of staff about the programme
you are applying for, please detail.

Section 8 Disability
Physical or other disability or medical condition including any which might
necessitate special arrangements or facilities.
Disabilities/support required:
0 You do not have a disability nor are you aware of any associated additional support requirements in study or accommodation.
1 You have a specific learning difficulty eg dyslexia.
2 You are blind/partially sighted.
3 You are deaf/have a hearing impairment.
4 You are a wheelchair user/have mobility difficulties.
5 You have Autistic Spectrum Disorder or Asperger Syndrome.
6 You have mental health difficulties.
7 You have an unseen disability, eg diabetes, epilepsy, asthma.
8 You have two or more of the above disabilities/special needs.
9 You have a disability not listed above.
If you have any disability or medical condition which may mean that you
need special arrangements for your studies, please contact our Disability
Support Team (tel: 0191 515 2933), before completing the application form
to ensure that the facilities you need will be available.

Section 9 Criminal Convictions

You are required to state whether or not you have any criminal convictions,
excluding motoring offences for which a fine and/or up to three penalty
points were imposed. Please tick either the Yes or No box in Section 9 of
the application form to indicate your situation. If you tick the Yes box, you
are required to provide details of any convictions on a separate sheet. Please
note if you do not tick either box in Section 9 your application form will not
be processed.
If you have been convicted of a criminal offence (excluding (a) a motoring
offence for which a fine and/or a maximum of three penalty points were
imposed or (b) spent sentences), you are required to declare this by completing the YES box in Section 9 of this form. If you have not been convicted of
a criminal offence you must complete the NO box.
You should be aware that for certain programmes particularly related to
Teaching, Health and Social Work, any criminal convictions, including spent
sentences and cautions, must be declared. If you are in doubt you should
contact the admissions team for further advice.
Serving Prisoners
If you are currently serving a prison sentence you must show the prison
address for correspondence in Section 2 of your application form, and in
addition you must complete the YES box in Section 9.

Section 13 Declaration
Any offer of a place you may receive is made on the understanding that in
accepting it you agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the university
and by signing this form you are confirming your agreement to this.
By signing this form you are saying that the information you have provided is
accurate and complete. Any offer of a place you may receive is made on the
understanding that, in accepting it, you agree to abide by the rules and regulations of the institution.
The university reserves the right to disclose information given in your application form to outside agencies, eg Police, Home Office, Local Authorities,
Examining Boards, Department of Social Security, the Student Loans
Company.
If the university has reason to believe that you or any other person has omitted any mandatory information requested in the instructions or the application form, has made any misrepresentation or given false information, the
institution will take whatever steps it considers necessary to establish
whether the information given in your application is correct. The institution
reserves the right at any time to request that you, your referee or your
employer provide further information relating to any part of your application
form, eg proof of identification, status, academic qualifications or employment history. If such information is not provided within the time limit set or if
that information is not satisfactory, the institution reserves the right to cancel
your application.

DATA PROTECTION ACT, 1998

The university will need to create and maintain computer and paper records
relating to the personal data of its students, both during their programme of
study and after leaving university. This information may also include sensitive
personal data. All such data will be held and used by the university in compliance with the data protection principles laid down by the Data Protection
Act, 1998, and in accordance with the universitys registration/notification
recorded with the Information Commissioner. This data is required for academic and administrative purposes connected with students studies and
career at the university; it may be used in order to fulfil the universitys obligation to return data to the government and its funding and other agencies,
such as the Higher Education Statistics Agency, and to bodies such as the
Student Loans Company, local education authorities in connection with grant,
loan and other bursary administration, or in order to provide references to
employers and other organisations, or to confirm the validity of qualifications
awarded by the university; it should also be noted that, in accordance with
tradition, in many cases examination results are published openly within this
university. By applying to enrol on a course of study with the university, students consent to the processing of personal data in the way described above
and also in terms of the right to privacy under the Human Rights Act, 1998.
Students who wish to see copies of their personal data held by the university
should apply in writing to the university's data protection officer. There is a
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Course Code:

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

1. Which programme are you applying for?

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

n
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Part-Time

Year:

Distance Learning

Research

MPhil/PhD/Prof

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

2. Your personal details

Family Name/Surname: (BLOCK CAPITALS)
Forename(s):
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Title: Mr

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Mrs

Miss

Female

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

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Email:
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Date of Birth:

(eg 02.03.71)

Correspondence Address: (if different)

Postcode:
Country of Birth:

Country of Residence:

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

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

Test: (GCSE, IELTS etc)

Result:

Date of Test:
Month:

Year:

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

From

To

Month/Year

Month/Year

Qualification

Subject/Title

(for example GCSE, BTEC, Degree,

International Baccalaureate)

Educational Establishments
Please provide the names of the last two educational establishments attended

Institution

Result and grade

(Place of study)

(for example C or 60%)

Dates
.

From

To

4. Your employment background/work experience

Job Title

Main Responsibilities

Full/Part-Time

From

To

Month/Year

Month/Year

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

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

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

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

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

Do you have any criminal convictions? Yes

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10. Equal opportunities monitoring information (See section 10 of Notes for Applicants)
Ethnic origin
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11. PhD/Research applicants only

RESEARCH PROPOSAL
In order for us to assess your suitability to undertake postgraduate research, we need to know more about your proposed research topic. A general area covers much ground and you should be able to provide some evidence of your advanced knowledge in your chosen area.
Therefore we ask that you attach a 2 page outline of your proposed research, covering the following questions, to this application form:
1. What topic do you wish to research? What specific problem/s do you wish to explore regarding:
(a) academic knowledge of the topic, (b) related organisational practice? Do you have a working title? Please view our Graduate Research School website
(www.grs.sunderland.ac.uk) for more details on the range of research areas.
2. What advanced knowledge do you already have of this subject area?
3. What sources of information do you expect to use and where are they available? If your research is field-based, how much access do you require to participants or organisations, and how do you expect to obtain it?
4. What methods will you use to collect/analyse data, and what is your current level of familiarity with them?
If you have already been in contact with a prospective supervisor in the school, please write the name of the supervisor and school below.
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I have enclosed all certified copies of certificates showing my qualifications

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I confirm that, to the best of my knowledge, the information given in this form is correct and complete.
The University is registered under the Data Protection Act 1998 and information given on this form will only be used in accordance with the terms of the
Universitys registration.

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Date:

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

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

How did you hear about the University of Sunderland?

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REQUEST FOR CLEARANCE FORM

NAME:

________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________
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Middle
Title

DATE OF BIRTH:

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Gender:

Female

Male

(dd/mm/yyyy)
NATIONAL ID NO: ____________________________

CONTACT NO:

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E-MAIL ADDRESS: _______________________________________

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NEW PROGRAMME

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Before submitting your GATE Clearance Form to your Institution please verify that you have attached the following documents:
First Time GATE Recipients (One of the following)
GATE Clearance Form stamped and signed by the local GATE Funded Tertiary Level Institute (TLI)

OR
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Prior GATE Recipients pursuing a New Programme

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

OR
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Prior GATE Recipients continuing to pursue the same Programme

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

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THIS SECTION IS TO BE COMPLETED BY THE PRIVATE TLI FOR STUDENTS PURSUING A NEW PROGRAMME IF THE STUDENT HAS NOT
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____________________________________________ has been accepted to pursue ___________________________________________________

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

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