Introduction
DIMENSIONS International College (DIMENSIONS), formerly known as Dimensions Commercial School was founded in 1980. Today we have three campuses comprising air-conditioned classrooms, training facilities and other facilities like libraries, chemistry laboratory, physics laboratory, computer room, canteens, auditoriums, basketball courts and badminton courts.
We have four schools within DIMENSIONS, namely the School of Languages, School of Hospitality, School of Preparatory and the School of Higher Learning, offering different types of course to meet the varied needs and requirements of our students.
The Postgraduate Diploma in Management course is designed to develop students’ understanding of business management and the contemporary strategies and practices of business enterprises.
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be awarded the Postgraduate Diploma in Management by DIMENSIONS International College. They will be able to demonstrate the knowledge and insight of business management in support of their career development in general business sector or further their pursuit of relevant qualification at master level.
Curriculum Overview
Programme Structure
Objective
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To equip students with knowledge and theories in the aspect of business and management for further study and individual advancement.
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To enhance students’ understanding of business and management and skills in support of their career development in relevant field.
Designed for
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Students who have completed their undergraduate study with the ambition to pursue a higher qualification or those who intend to upgrade their management knowledge and skills at supervisory or managerial level.
Area of Studies
Course Structure
This course consists of 5 modules.
Course Outline
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Outline for Organizational Management and Leadership
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Outline for Human Resources and Multi-Cultural Management
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Outline for Business Environment
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Outline for Strategic Marketing
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Outline for International Business Strategy
Scope of Study
Theories and research in Management.
Delivery Mode
Lectures, tutorials, discussions and researches.
Duration
The course duration is 3 months.
Maximum allowed period for a student to complete the course is 6 months.
Opportunities for Further Education/Career Pathway
For career advancement, students can look forward to employment opportunities in these industries:-
Business Administration and General Management
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Marketing and Sales Management
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Human Resource Management
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International Business and Trade
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Other relevant sectors or industries
Notes:
Graduates progression pathway is subject to the respective Institutions’/Universities’ entry requirements at the point of application.
Foreigner’s application for jobs in Singapore is subject to the approval from the Ministry of Manpower of Singapore (MOM). DIMENSIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE any success rate of approval.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Academic Level: Bachelor Degree from recognized institutions or professional qualification from recognized professional bodies or other relevant Level 6 qualification or its equivalent.
English Proficiency: At least IELTS 6.0 or CAE Level 5 or pass the English Proficiency Test at equivalent level conducted by DIMENSIONS. English proficiency may be considered to have been met and an IELTS score may not be required if applicant possesses a highest qualification where English was the sole medium of instruction.
Duration & Intake
Programme Duration
Class Periods
Mondays to Fridays:
9.30am – 12.30pm and/or 1.45pm – 4.45pm
3 contact hours per session, 5 sessions per week
(Total: 15 contact hours per week)
Examination Period
End of module
Assessment Methods
Combination of assignments and examinations
Assessment Grading Criteria
Assessment Weighting
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Modules |
Assessment Methods (Weighting) |
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Organisational Management & Leadership |
Assignment (50%); Examination (50%) |
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Human Resource and Multi-Cultural Management |
Assignment (50%); Examination (50%) |
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Business Environment |
Assignment (50%); Examination (50%) |
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Strategic Marketing |
Assignment (100%); |
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International Business Strategy |
Assignment (100%); |
A : (80 marks and above)
B : (70 – 79 marks)
C : (60 – 69 marks)
D : (50 – 59 marks)
F : Fail (49 marks and below)
Expected Examination Results Release Date
Not more than 3 months after the final assessment
Qualification Award
Postgraduate Diploma in Management awarded by DIMENSIONS International College
Graduation Requirements
A “Pass” in all assignments and examinations
Note 1: International Student must achieve at least 90% attendance rate (ICA Requirement).
Note 2: International Student must not be absent for more than 7 consecutive days without valid reason (ICA Requirement).
Note 3: Students who do not require ICA’s student’s pass must achieve at least 80% attendance rate.Our College only accept medical certificates as proof for absenteeism. Any other documents should only be accepted on a case-by-case basis with full justification and be acceptable by ICA.
Note 4: In the first week of studies, an induction session will be conducted. The students will be briefed by the Academic Staff on full details of the course including scheme of work, timetable, assessments and grading, assessment and exam dates and venue and many other academic matters.
Note 5: DIMENSIONS has the right to cancel a class/an intake if the minimum number of students enrolled is less than 10 for any programme per class. Students may enroll into a later intake, if any, or withdraw from course. (For refund, please refer to our Refund Policy).
Note 6: Students (both international and local) must achieve an attendance rate of 80% and above in order to qualify for examinations.
Fees & Funding
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1. Application Fee (Non – refundable) |
S$500.00 |
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2. Tuition Fee |
S$4,000.00 |
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3. Administrative Fee |
S$397.50 |
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4. Examination Fee |
S$300.00 |
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5. Course Material |
S$400.00 |
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6. Medical Check-Up Fee |
S$60.00 |
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7. International Student Management Fee |
S$500.00 |
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8. ICA Processing and Student’s Pass Fee |
S$120.00 |
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7% GST |
S$439.43 |
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Total |
S$6,716.93 |
Miscellaneous Fees:
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1. Loss of Student’s Pass (For Student’s Pass holder only) |
S$278.20 |
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2. Renewal of Student’s Pass (For Student’s Pass holder only) |
S$128.40 |
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3. Administrative Fees for Extension / Replacement of Student’s Pass (For Student’s Pass holder only) |
S$535.00 |
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4. Additional Book Fee Per Book |
S$107.00 |
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5. Appeal for Result Fee Per Module |
S$160.50 |
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6. Academic Status Certification Fee Per Certification Letter |
S$53.50 |
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7. Late Payment Fee |
S$107.00 |
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8. Documents Courier Services Fee Per Delivery |
S$53.50 |
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9. Re-enrolment Fee |
S$535.00 |
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10. Course Deferment Fee |
S$374.50 |
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11. Graduation Ceremony Fee |
Subject to University / DIMENSIONS’ prevailing charges |
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12. Re-assessment Fee Per Module |
S$214.00 |
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13. Re-take Fee Per Module |
S$1070.00 |
Note 2: Total course fees paid (except application fee and GST) by students are protected under the Fee Protection Scheme (FPS).
Note 3: All students must sign the Advisory Note to Student before signing the Standard PEI-Student Contract.
Note 4: The Standard PEI-Student Contract must be signed by the student prior to making course fees payments to DIMENSIONS.
Note 5: The course fees shown above are effective from 20th June 2017. DIMENSIONS reserves the right to make necessary amendments to the course fees without prior notice.Payment Mode
For more information on Payment Mode, please go to : https://dimensions.edu.sg/current-students/types-of-fee-and-payment-modes/
For more information on Fee Protection Scheme (FPS), please go to : https://dimensions.edu.sg/current-students/fee-protection-scheme/
For further details, please contact your Admissions Officer at 6334 0600.
