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Foundation Programme in Business

Study level : Foundation
Programme : UTB

The programme is created as a pathway to applicants who fall short of A-level or IB points to meet the university's minimum entry requirement and designed to equip students with basic knowledge and skills and exposure of studying programmes that are offered by School of Business. Students will be able to develop the necessary knowledge, skills and attitude to become effective and efficient business studies students.

Entry Requirements

General Requirements: - At least a Credit Six in the Malay language at GCE Ordinary Level (applicable only for Brunieans applying for a Goverment Scholarship). - At least a Credit Six in Mathematics at GCE Ordinary Level or its equivalent. At least a Credit Six in English Language at GCE Ordinary Level or an IELTS score of 6.0 or TOEFL minimum overall score 550 or its equivalent. Programme-Specific The minimum programme entry requirements to the Foundation programme are: - A minimum of 160 'A' Level points for 3 'A' Level passes in relevant English medium subjects OR -A minimum of 140 'A' Level points for 2 'A' Level passes in relevant English Medium subjects OR -An International Baccalaureate Diploma score of 20points Relevant subjects normally include Accounting, Economics, Management or Business / Business Studies, Mathematics and Computer Studies. The following are used for calculation of 'A' level points: A* : 140 A : 120 B : 100 C : 80 D : 60 E : 40 Assessment: - Standard assessment requirements as prescribed in the module specifications and UTB regulations. Eligibility for admission into UTB Business Degree Programmes: - Student who obtain at least 50% marks per enrolled module will be eligible for admission into the first year of business degree programmes of their choice. Learning outcomes: 1. Demonstration basic understanding of core business management studies to support business process. 2. Apply basic knowledge to create and design innovative business solutions. 3. Able to recognize and analyze basic business opportunities. 4. Demonstrate independent and team-work learning skills. How to apply: -Application for UTB-SB Foundation Programme is made online through the Apply@UTBportal. Where this option is not easily accessible for the applicant, computers are available at the UTB Staff and Students Centre (SSC). Email for enquiry: admission@utb.edu.bn

Course Structure

Semester 1 :
  • Mathematics for Business
  • INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING
  • Introduction to Finance
  • Introduction to Management and Marketing
  • Business Economics
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