Course Description:
This diploma course provides a comprehensive introduction to the fundamental principles and practices of business administration, covering key areas such as business planning, marketing, finance, human resources, and operations management. Students will learn how to apply theoretical concepts to real-world scenarios, developing practical skills in business decision-making, problem-solving, and communication.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the business environment and industry trends
- Develop a business plan and marketing strategy
- Apply financial management and accounting principles
- Understand human resources management and organizational behavior
- Apply operations management and quality control principles
- Develop effective business communication and presentation skills
- Lecturer : Dr. Adam Banda
- Lecturer : Kasongo Ms. Noris
Course Description:
This diploma course in Business Communication is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to effectively communicate in business settings. The course covers the key areas of business communication, including written and verbal communication, presentation skills, public speaking, negotiation, and conflict resolution.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the importance of effective communication in business
- Develop skills in writing business reports, proposals, and emails
- Improve verbal communication skills, including presentation and public speaking
- Learn negotiation and conflict resolution techniques
- Understand the role of technology in business communication
- Develop skills in communicating across cultures and teams
Course Outline:
- UNIT 1: Introduction to Business Communication
- UNIT 2: Written Communication
- UNIT 3: Verbal Communication
- UNIT 4: Presentation Skills
- UNIT 5: Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
- UNIT 6: Business Communication Technology
- UNIT 7: Cross-Cultural Communication
Assessment:
- Assignments (40%)
- Quizzes (20%)
- Mid-term exam (20%)
- Final project (20%)
Entry Requirements:
- College diploma or equivalent
- Basic English language skills (optional)
Career Opportunities:
- Business Communicator
- Public Relations Officer
- Marketing Communications Specialist
- Human Resources Officer
- Executive Assistant
- Business Analyst
- Lecturer : Dr. Adam Banda
Course Description:
This diploma course in Information Management Technology (IMT) is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to effectively manage and utilize information technology in business organizations. The course covers the key areas of IMT, including information systems, database management, networking, software development, and IT project management.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the role and impact of IT in business organizations
- Develop skills in designing and implementing information systems
- Learn database management and data analysis techniques
- Understand networking fundamentals and network administration
- Develop skills in software development and programming
- Learn IT project management principles and practices
Course Outline:
-Unit 1: Introduction to IMT
-Unit 2: Information Systems
-Unit 3: Database Management
-Unit 4: Networking Fundamentals
-Unit 5: Software Development
-Unit 6: IT Project Management
-Unit 7: Emerging Trends in IMT
Assessment:
- Assignments (40%)
- Quizzes (20%)
- Mid-term exam (20%)
- Final project (20%)
Entry Requirements:
- College diploma or equivalent
- Basic computer skills and knowledge of IT concepts (optional)
Career Opportunities:
- IT Manager
- Systems Analyst
- Database Administrator
- Network Administrator
- Software Developer
- IT Project Manager
- Data Analyst
- Lecturer : Dr. Adam Banda
Course Description:
This diploma course in Human Resource Management (HRM) is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and competencies required to effectively manage and develop human resources in organizations. The course covers the key areas of HRM, including recruitment and selection, training and development, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee relations, and strategic HRM.
Course Objectives:
- Understand the role and functions of HRM in organizations
- Develop skills in recruitment, selection, and talent management
- Learn effective training and development methods
- Understand performance management and appraisal techniques
- Develop knowledge of compensation and benefits systems
- Learn how to manage employee relations and conflicts
- Understand strategic HRM and its role in organizational success
Course Outline:
- Module 1: Introduction to HRM
- Module 2: Recruitment and Selection
- Module 3: Training and Development
- Module 4: Performance Management
- Module 5: Compensation and Benefits
- Module 6: Employee Relations
- Module 7: Strategic HRM
Assessment:
- Assignments (40%)
- Quizzes (20%)
- Mid-term exam (20%)
- Final project (20%)
Entry Requirements:
- College diploma or equivalent
- 2 years of work experience in HR or related field (optional)
Career Opportunities:
- HR Manager
- Recruitment Specialist
- Training and Development Officer
- Performance Management Specialist
- Compensation and Benefits Analyst
- Employee Relations Officer
- Lecturer : Dr. Adam Banda
- Lecturer : Nancy Nachilongo
- Lecturer : Dr. Adam Banda
- Lecturer : Nancy Nachilongo